Nutrition advice has never been louder or more polarized. From carnivore-only diets to sugar-only extremes, confident claims often race ahead of the science.

In this episode, we explore three stories shaping today’s nutrition debate. First, we unpack insights from a Mayo Clinic–trained physician, clinical nutrition expert, and stage 4 cancer survivor, who explains why food is medicine and why plant-forward eating and moderation continue to outperform nutrition fads.

We then look at the business and media landscape around plant-based food, including the collapse of Beyond Meat’s share price, comments from CEO Ethan Brown, and claims from an industry insider paid to spread anti-vegan messaging online. We also examine the science comparing meat and plant-based alternatives, including the Stanford “Swap Meat” study.

Finally, we examine the rise of the carnivore diet online, driven by influencer anecdotes, and why medical experts are pushing back as concerns grow about long-term health risks and misinformation.

In this episode, we bring together three powerful conversations.

We look at the rise and cracks in the carnivore influencer movement, including recent controversies around Steak & Butter Gal.

We then unpack The Great Protein Debate between Dr. Neal Barnard and Dr. Matthew Nagra, breaking down what the latest research actually says about plant vs. animal protein, muscle, and health outcomes.

Finally, we reflect on the vegan and plant-based documentaries that have shaped millions of people’s thinking over the last decade – from Cowspiracy and What the Health to The Game Changers, Seaspiracy, The Twin Experiment, and beyond – and how storytelling can change behavior in a way facts alone often can’t.

In this episode of the Plant Based News Podcast, we’re diving into three of the biggest conversations happening in the plant-based world right now.

First, we explore the science of fasting and how one patient reversed lymphoma through a whole food plant-based diet and stayed cancer-free for over a decade.

Then we tackle the heated debate over protein, with Stanford professor Dr. Christopher Gardner dismantling myths about amino acids and plant protein “quality.”

Finally, we unpack the backlash against veganism: falling sales at Beyond Meat, processed food criticism, and whether the movement has lost its health halo.

Klaus Mitchell interviews Dr. Bharat Shah, CBE as well as his brother Manish Shah about Sigma Pharmaceuticals and what he has learnt about the industry, including his experience with Jainism, dairy, a plant based diet, and much more!

In this episode, we dive into three hot conversations rocking the plant-based world.

First, we tackle the seed oil panic, are they really toxic, or is it just the latest scapegoat? Dr. Matthew Nagra joins Rich Roll to separate facts from fear. Then, we unpack Lizzo’s controversial claims about quitting veganism, needing animal protein, and blaming fake meat for fatigue. And finally, we celebrate the unstoppable Chef Babette, the 75-year-old raw-food powerhouse showing the world what aging on plants can really look like.

This episode is part science, part culture critique, and part inspiration, with one unifying message: don’t believe everything you’re told about food.

At 72 years old, Sister Pat Farrell just competed in her first-ever powerlifting competition and won a medal. A Dominican nun from Sandra Fall, Sister Pat benched 77 pounds and deadlifted 160, proving it's never too late to start training or to explore a plant-based lifestyle.

In this exclusive interview, Sister Pat shares how strength training has improved her back and joint health, helped her age pain-free, and even inspired other sisters to get more active. She also opens up about her decades-long plant-based journey, the influence of her faith, and how veganism and spirituality intertwine through a deeper respect for all living beings.

Joined by powerlifting coach Katya, the conversation dives into aging, muscle loss, motivation, and the value of resistance training for everyone no matter your age or belief system. Whether you're 27 or 72, this video is a powerful reminder: it’s never too late to begin.

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https://www.instagram.com/pfarrellop/

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In this special audio episode from Plant Based News, we bring together three powerful conversations that challenge diet extremes and spotlight the science behind long-term health.

We begin with a breakdown of one of the internet’s most surprisingly reasonable ex-vegan videos—questioning whether honest dialogue is possible in today’s polarized nutrition world. Then we turn to a viral clip where ChatGPT is pushed to its limits in a heated exchange about the carnivore diet. Is AI too agreeable for its own good—or is it trying to keep the peace in a sea of pseudoscience?

Finally, we explore the concept of the MediterrAsian diet, championed by Dr. William Li on The Diary of a CEO podcast. Fusing Mediterranean and Asian dietary wisdom, Dr. Li outlines a path rooted in sustainability, longevity, and delicious whole foods.

In this powerful interview, Dr. Cyrus Khambatta—co-author of Mastering Diabetes—explains why the amla berry (aka Indian gooseberry) is the world’s most potent antioxidant-rich food. Backed by research, Dr. Khambatta shares how even a tiny daily dose can help lower blood glucose, blood pressure, and cholesterol—all at once.

From his personal health journey with type 1 diabetes to launching Amla Green, he breaks down the science, benefits, and practical ways to incorporate this Ayurvedic superfood into your life. If you’ve never heard of amla or dismissed it due to its taste, this conversation will change your mind.

💚 Learn more: https://www.amlagreen.com

In this episode of the Plant Based News Podcast, Klaus, Sarah, and Shabnam (Greener by Default) take on two viral stories shaking up the vegan space. First, they unpack Freelee The Banana Girl’s latest interview with raw food nutritionist Dr. Eduardo Crosser—diving into her fruit-heavy lifestyle, why she adds sugar to her smoothies, and whether raw veganism is sustainable for most people.

Then, they shift gears to dissect the mysterious disappearance of Charlie Kirk’s debate with vegan fitness coach Michael Bilotich. Why was the video taken down? And what does it reveal about the strength of the vegan argument when it comes to ethics, nutrition, and religion?

Two big topics. One powerful conversation.

In this deeply personal and powerful interview, Chef AJ opens up about her lung cancer diagnosis, how it changed her life, and what it means for her decades-long advocacy for whole food, plant-based living.

Diagnosed with stage 1A lung cancer in 2023, AJ chose to keep it private—until it progressed. Now, for the first time, she shares why she went public, how it’s reshaped her mission, and what she wants the plant-based community to understand about hope, healing, and health.

AJ talks candidly about:

👉 The emotional impact of her diagnosis

👉 Why diet isn’t a guarantee against disease

👉 The power of support, community, and mindset

👉 Her “Thriving in the Face of Cancer” series

👉 Why she’s shifting her focus beyond weight loss

🎟️ Learn more about the Plant Powered Party: https://theplantpoweredparty.com/