The Glen Merzer Show

Dustie Condon, the owner of the Tasty Plate Cafe, and Stacy Jenkins, the owner of the Jenkins Forever Farm, discuss their journey into veganism and their collaboration in Morgantown, Indiana. Dustie started introducing vegan options at her restaurant after receiving encouragement from a local foodie, and Stacy, who had been vegan for four years, became a regular customer. Dustie eventually decided to make the Tasty Plate 100% vegan, and Stacy offered to help. They discuss the challenges and successes of running a vegan restaurant in a small town, their commitment to sustainability, and their efforts to support the local community and Stacy's animal sanctuary.

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00:00 Introduction and Background

08:03 Challenges of Running a Vegan Restaurant

13:09 Reception and Impact in Morgantown

17:20 The Journey to Veganism

20:06 Employing People on the Spectrum

22:17 Running an Animal Sanctuary

28:58 Sustainability and Future Plans

36:00 Promoting Health and Inclusivity

41:06 Supporting Local Farms and Community

Dr. Jonathan Yunis, founder of the Center for Hernia Repair in Sarasota, FL, discusses the intricacies of hernia surgery and the different techniques used. Dr. Yunis specializes in non-mesh hernia repair techniques such as the Desarda repair and the Shouldice repair. The conversation also touches on the relationship between diet and hernia surgery, the low recurrence rates of certain non-mesh repairs, and the influence of the mesh industry on surgical practices. He also shares his experiences volunteering in third-world countries. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the use of mesh and the need for more surgeons skilled in non-mesh techniques.

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00:00 Introduction to Dr. Jonathan Yunis and Hernia Surgery

03:37 The Complexity of Hernia Surgery and the Appeal of Non-Mesh Techniques

07:23 Choosing Non-Mesh Hernia Repair: The Desarda and Shouldice Techniques

13:22 The Relationship Between Diet and Hernia Surgery

15:28 The Influence of the Mesh Industry on Surgical Practices

33:09 The Evolution of Mesh

36:23 Anesthesia Options

39:27 Volunteering in Third-World Countries

48:04 The Impact of Weight on Surgery Outcomes

51:14 The Decision to Use Mesh

53:11 The Need for More Surgeons Skilled in Non-Mesh Techniques

Dr. Ted Barnett, president and board chair of Rochester Lifestyle Medicine Institute, shares his journey to veganism and the evolution of lifestyle medicine. He discusses the motivations behind his decision to go vegan, including environmental and animal rights concerns, as well as the health benefits. Dr. Barnett also talks about the growing momentum of lifestyle medicine and the increasing number of healthcare professionals embracing plant-based diets. He highlights the importance of nutrition in lifestyle medicine and the challenges of incorporating it into medical practice. The conversation also touches on interventional radiology and the role of diet in heart health. Dr. Ted Barnett discusses the importance of a whole food, plant-based diet and the impact it can have on health and the environment. He emphasizes the need to focus on the ratio of processed to unprocessed foods and the percentage of calories that come from animal products versus plant products. Dr. Barnett shares his experience founding the Rochester Lifestyle Medicine Institute and running programs like the Complete Health Improvement Program (CHIP) and the 15-day Whole Food Plant-based Jumpstart. He also discusses the challenges of conducting studies on behavior change and the importance of grassroots movements in promoting a plant-based lifestyle.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background of Dr. Ted Barnett

02:24 The Motivations Behind Going Vegan

08:38 The Growing Momentum of Lifestyle Medicine

12:22 Challenges and Integration of Lifestyle Medicine in Medical Practice

29:59 Individual Choices and Preferences in Managing Health

35:19 The Evolution of Dr. Barnett's Diet: From Low-Fat to Whole Foods

42:04 The Role of Interventional Radiology in Heart Health

43:35 The Importance of Processed vs. Unprocessed Foods

44:28 The Success of the Rochester Lifestyle Medicine Institute

47:19 The 15-day Whole Food Plant-based Jumpstart Program

48:13 Challenges in Conducting Studies on Behavior Change

52:32 The Role of Grassroots Movements

57:47 The Environmental Impact of a Plant-Based Diet

Joanne Irwin, has been a PCRM certified Food for Life Chef, and is now a Certified Educator and personal coach in the Radical Remission Project. She shares how adopting a plant-based diet improved her health and led her to become involved in the Radical Remission Project. The Radical Remission Project focuses on the 10 factors that contribute to cancer remission, including nutrition, exercise, herbs and supplements, strong reasons for living, empowerment, releasing suppressed emotions, increasing positive emotions, social support, spirituality, and accessing and strengthening intuition. Joanne emphasizes the importance of these factors in boosting immunity and overall well-being.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Joanne's Journey to a Plant-Based Diet

08:31 Introduction to the Radical Remission Project

14:47 The 10 Factors of Radical Remission

25:15 Accessing and Strengthening Intuition

28:37 Releasing Suppressed Emotions

31:26 Increasing Positive Emotions

32:24 The Importance of Social Support

34:35 Spirituality and Inner Peace

37:54 Acceptance and Forgiveness

Chuck Burt shares his journey from being a cattle rancher to becoming a vegan, driven by a voice in his head. His transition led to a shift in his spiritual and philosophical beliefs, advocating for animal welfare and environmental consciousness. He reflects on the impact of his decision on his social circle and family. Chuck shares his journey from ranching to veganism, influenced by a voice in his head. He discusses the impact on his family, cognitive health, and future plans to advocate for animal welfare and environmental conservation.

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Mark Stosberg shares his journey to veganism and becoming an endurance athlete, overcoming sciatica and back pain through lifestyle changes, and his experience with long-distance running. Mark shares his journey of overcoming back pain, adopting a vegan diet, and embracing a running lifestyle. He discusses the mind-body connection, parenting as a vegan, and the impact of his diet on his running performance. Mark also talks about his use of Instant Pot and his philosophy of 'progress at the edge of blur.'

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Richard Hubbard shares his extraordinary weight loss journey, transitioning to a whole food plant-based diet, and the impact on his health and family. He discusses the challenges of body shaming, the influence of vegan bodybuilders, and the struggle to inspire change in family members. Richard's story is a testament to the power of plant-based nutrition and the impact it can have on overall health and well-being. Rich Hubbard shares his journey from being addicted to unhealthy foods to embracing a plant-based lifestyle, leading to significant health improvements. He discusses his addiction to sugar, ethical veganism, and the impact of his diet on his resting heart rate and cholesterol levels. Rich also shares his workout regimen and reflects on his past struggles with weight and food choices.

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Robert Cheeke, author of The Impactful Vegan, discusses the importance of focusing on effectiveness rather than passion. He argues that passion alone does not guarantee impact or success, and that it is more important to identify and utilize one's skills and talents. He also emphasizes the power of influencing others to become vegan and the ripple effect it can have. Robert shares his personal journey of becoming vegan and the conflicts he faced within his family. Despite the differences, he highlights the importance of understanding and supporting each other's choices. The conversation covers various topics related to veganism and animal advocacy. The first theme discussed is the desire to see a shift from animal agriculture to plant crops for sustainability and profitability.

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00:00

Introduction and Background

02:52

The Power of Effectiveness: Making a Real Impact

11:24

Personal Journeys: Inspiring Veganism through Relationships

16:38

The Ripple Effect: Influencing Others to Go Vegan

31:35

Shifting from Animal Agriculture to Plant Crops: Sustainability and Profitability

33:29

Persuasion: Gentle Approach vs. Confrontational Approach

43:39

The Challenge of Caring: Prioritizing Taste, Cost, and Convenience

54:42

The Power of Financial Contributions to Effective Animal Charities

56:04

Future Projections: Increasing Animal Agriculture and the Need for Awareness

In this episode, Glen talks to Shayda Soleymani and Dr. Gustavo Tolosa, co-authors of the book 'Live Your Healthiest Life.' The conversation covers their personal weight loss journeys, how they met, and the inspiration behind their book. They discuss the importance of whole plant-based foods and share a recipe for a mango black bean bowl.

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In this conversation, Bill Muir aka Sgt Vegan, author of Vegan Strong, Dead Meat, and The Adventures of Sergeant Piggy, discusses his journey to veganism and his experiences as a combat veteran and registered nurse. He shares how he became vegan during Lent in 1992 and gradually became more committed to the lifestyle. Sgt Vegan also talks about his experiences as a vegan in the military and the challenges he faced in finding vegan food while deployed. He discusses his books and their different themes, including Vegan Strong as a field manual for veganism, Dead Meat as a horror novel that explores the meat and dairy industry, and The Adventures of Sergeant Piggy as a lighthearted book for kids.  

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