Veg Out

Join Barbi and Sweta as they compare five different vendors' plant-based treats, rating them on flavor, texture, and melt factor. Whether you're a longtime vegan or just curious about dairy-free options, this fun and tasty podcast is your guide to the best vegan soft serves around!

Credits

Cohosts: Barbi and Sweta

Editing: Sweta

Theme Song: Matt Judge

This summer has certainly brought us the heat, and with it, has come some interesting headlines! On this episode, we’ve grabbed a few recent stories from the news and social media to chat about - from animals on trampolines, to rats in Toronto, to a public appeal from a European zoo, to vegan snack wars! Join us as we share our thoughts on some of the latest videos and articles that have come out this summer.

Links:

Burlington VegFest (Aug 16)

Vegan Night Market (Aug 21 is postponed to May 2026)

Dolce Vita Vegan Dinner (Aug 29)

Vegan Art Show (Sept 27)

BBC article on Danish Zoo and Unwanted Pets

CBC article on Rats in Toronto

Snack Wars with Pamela Anderson and Liam Neeson

Pig and Chicken on Trampoline

Identifying AI - Analysis of Animal Trampoline Videos

The case for the humane control of pigeons

Credits

Cohosts: Sweta and Jen

Editing: Sweta

Episode Summary and Title: Jen

Theme Song: Matt Judge

All the members of the Veg Out podcast team gathered together to record our 600th episode at the Met Radio studios. We look back at our pilot episode from 2006, and then the team chat about their love of popcorn, where to get the best vegan gelato, protein powder tips, and share our thoughts on Craig's Cookies, Baldwin Naturals, Taqueria Vegana, and Pennies Bar.

Hosts: Barbi, Jen, Jeanette, Steve and Sweta

Editor: Jeanette

Summary: Jeanette

Theme music: Matt Judge

Want to level up your tofu? Listen to find out how!

Steve, Jeanette and special guest Hannah talk all about tofu, and how you can improve the taste and texture of this mighty protein.

Links:

Odd Burger update on Blog TO

Burlington Veg Fest

Vegan Night Market

Credits:

Hosts: Steve and Jeanette

Guest: Hannah

Summary: Jeanette

Editor: Jeanette

Theme: Matt Judge

On this episode, Barbi and guest host Vanessa chat with Ilana, the founder and president of everyone's favourite bakery superstar Sweets from the Earth. We learn about the origins and history of the company and what's coming next for the company.

Links:

Aunty Em's

VegTO 80th Anniversary Movie Day

Sarnia Veg Fest

Wishbone Animal Rights Lab CalendarCredits:

Hosts: Barbi and Vanessa

Guest: Ilana

Summary: Barbi

Editing: Jeanette

Theme: Matt Judge

Ever wonder what inspires the next generation of animal lawyers? On this episode, we are thrilled to be joined by law student and current president of the Lincoln Alexander School of Law Animal Justice Club, Rhea Badhwar! Rhea shares with us how the club introduces students to animal legal issues and the growing field of animal law, and empowers them to become leaders in the legal fight for animal protections in Canada.

Links

Kinderworld Retreat & Rescue Family Camp(August 8-11) https://www.kinderworld.ca/

Donkey Sanctuary of Canada Senior’s Day (July 8) https://www.instagram.com/p/DKsFQ48JiHJ/?igsh=MW1qNHFyNGViNHIxbA==

Gleam&Sip https://www.instagram.com/gleamnsip/?hl=en

Social Llama https://socialllamacafe.ca/

Lincoln Alexander School of Law (LASL) Animal Justice Club https://www.instagram.com/laslanimaljustice/

Farmed Animal Strategic Team - https://list.fastcommunity.org/community-standards

Credits

Guest: Rhea Badhwar

Cohosts: Jen and Sweta

Editing: Sweta

Episode Summary: Jen

Theme Song: Matt Judge

On this episode, Barbi and guest host Shawn Chirrey pay respects to legendary vegan cookbook author (and more) Sarah Kramer. They talk about her pioneering cookbooks, her DIY punk ethos, and the impact she had on them personally and the wider vegan community. 

Vegan Baking Event

Kinder World Kids Camp

TTC Launch Party

Sarah's blog

On this episode, Jeanette and Jen talk all about horse rescuing with Kat Krylov, founder and executive director of Promised Land Animal Sanctuary. We discuss the ethics of human interactions with horses, such as through horseback riding, racing or working environments. We also learn how Kat has reimagined and rebalanced our relationship with horses through her peaceful sanctuary and the equine-assisted therapy program offered there. Join us as we have an enlightening conversation about the lives of rescue horses.
Links:

Black Vegans of Toronto

Credits:

Hosts: Jen and Jeanette

Guest: Kat Krylov

Summary: Jen

Editing: Jeanette

Theme song: Matt Judge

Jeanette was inspired by the Veg Out potatoes episode, and the recent (non veg) cookbook Your Pasta Sucks, to do an entire episode about everyone's favourite carby meal - pasta!

Barbi and Steve join Jeanette to talk all things pasta. Should you salt your pasta water? What is pasta made of? How do you make a nutritious vegan meal out of noodles? We also learn what al dente means, and what to look for as a vegan shopping for pasta.

Links:

Farmhouse Garden Animal Home Letting Out of the Cows

Plant Based Nutrition Conference

Parmela Cheese

Edgy Veg Lasagna

Credits:

Hosts: Barbi, Jeanette and Steve

Editing: Jeanette

Summary: Jeanette

Theme Song: Matt Judge

The humble potato is an under-rated nutritional, affordable, and delicious vegetable. On this episode, Jen, Barbi, and Steve share their favourite ways to eat potatoes as well as some tips for storage and cooking.

Links:Veg Eco Camp

Vegan Speed Dating

3rd Annual Anti-Vivisection World Protest Toronto 

The Conscious Coffee Party

Mother’s Day Vegan High Tea Brunch Credits:
Hosts: Barbi, Jen and Steve
Editing: Jeanette
Episode Summary: Barbi
Theme Song: Matt Judge