Vegan Hacks

This week, I’m digging into some fascinating and occasionally infuriating vegan conversations happening online.

First up: Miyoko Creamery. Miyoko Schinner reviews the current Myoko-branded cream cheese and explains why she has nothing to do with the product bearing her name. We get into what happened to the company she founded, how the brand changed, and what it means when a vegan brand becomes disconnected from the person and mission that built it.

Then we jump into the increasingly strange world of vegan as a political insult, where politicians are apparently using the word as a culture-war weapon. Why has something as simple as not eating animals become wrapped up in masculinity, politics and identity?

And finally, we get into vegan content creators and the engagement trap. Is “vegan except for ice cream” a useful gateway to eating more plant-based or does it water down the vegan message? And what happens when vegan influencers keep posting old non-vegan food content after they supposedly make the transition?

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Beyond Meat was once the biggest name in plant-based meat. Its stock once traded for nearly $240 a share. Now it’s trading around 41 cents, and the company is taking the dramatic step of a 1-for-30 reverse stock split to avoid being delisted from Nasdaq.  

So what happened?

In this episode, I take a look at Beyond Meat’s financial problems, its attempt to reinvent itself as a broader protein company, and what the company’s current situation says about the plant-based meat industry.

But this isn't just about Beyond.

We also talk about the bigger question: Do vegans really need companies like Beyond Meat to succeed? I love convenience, but when plant-based products become expensive, heavily processed, and increasingly disconnected from what consumers actually want, maybe it's time to rethink the model.

We get into homemade vegan meat, black bean burgers, protein alternatives, the economics of convenience, and whether Beyond Meat can actually find a way back.

Is Beyond Meat the victim of a changing market—or did the company simply lose its way?

And perhaps the bigger question:

What does the future of plant-based meat actually look like?

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My seitan (aka "homemade meat") video just crossed 2.7 million views on TikTok and gained me over 25,000 new followers but it also brought in over 5,000 comments, and a solid 60-70% of them were... not kind.

In this episode, I'm reading through some of the funniest, most confused, most surprisingly thoughtful, and most unhinged comments I got — from people convinced I invented bread, to a self-proclaimed chemistry professor explaining gluten formation, to meat-eaters defending seitan harder than some vegans. I talk about why seitan (a 1500+ year-old Buddhist monk creation) is having a viral moment again, the flour-wash method vs. vital wheat gluten debate, and what it's like watching your food go in front of an audience that has zero context for what they're looking at.

Also: why I think the haters might actually be part of the movement.

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Follow Mohana on IG @veganmomo_ 

In this episode of Vegan Hacks, I sit down with Mohana Holloway to explore how her Indian heritage shaped her journey to veganism, why learning to cook is one of the most powerful skills for any vegan, and how culture has influenced plant-based eating for generations.

We dive into naturally vegan Indian dishes, underrated spices everyone should have in their pantry, dorm-room cooking hacks, vegan travel, finding community in unexpected places like Phoenix, Arizona, and why respecting the cultural roots of plant-based food matters more than ever.

Along the way, Mohana shares her favorite vegan restaurants, her famous air-fried Oreo recipe, stories from growing up in a multicultural household, and practical advice for staying vegan for the long haul.

Whether you're new to veganism or have been plant-based for years, this conversation is packed with inspiration, delicious food, and thoughtful discussion about where vegan cuisine came from and where it's headed next.

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I just got back from Las Vegas, and I'm sharing my favorite vegan food experiences from hidden local gems to restaurants that completely exceeded my expectations.

In this episode I talk about incredible spots like Chef Kenny's, Earthly, Tacotarian, Daikon Sushi, Tarantino's, Crossroads, and the all-you-can-eat vegan Korean BBQ experience at Master Kim's. I also explain why I think some of the best vegan food in Vegas is found away from the Strip.

In the second half of the episode, I respond to some recurring social media debates, including:
• Is sugar vegan?
• What does "may contain milk" really mean?
• Where's the line between appreciating and appropriating food cultures?
• How I approach vegan content while trying to honor the cuisines and creators who inspire me.

Whether you're planning a trip to Las Vegas, looking for your next great vegan meal, or interested in thoughtful conversations about vegan food culture, I hope you enjoy the episode.

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Can Bitcoin align with vegan values? Or are the two worlds completely incompatible?

In this episode, I sit down with Ethan Turer, author of the upcoming book Bitcoin Is Vegan, to explore one of the most unexpected conversations we've had on the podcast.

We discuss:

•  Why Ethan believes Bitcoin and veganism share the same ethical foundations. 
•  Whether Bitcoin mining is really bad for the environment. 
•  Government subsidies for animal agriculture. 
•  The idea of "economic veganism" and voting with your dollar. 
•  The relationship between Bitcoin, AI, and the future of money. 
•  Ethical investing, the stock market, and financial independence. 
•  Why this conversation is likely to challenge both vegans and Bitcoin enthusiasts. 

Whether you're a longtime Bitcoiner, completely skeptical, or just curious, this episode is about exploring ideas—not telling you what to believe.

This podcast is not financial advice. Always do your own research before making any investment decisions.

If you enjoy conversations about veganism, ethics, food, culture, and the future, subscribe and let us know in the comments:

Can Bitcoin really be considered vegan?

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Jason made a video comparing fresh vs frozen tofu and realized that so many people have so many various ways preparing tofu!  We discuss in this podcast

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Is there a distrust of plant based influencers in the vegan community?  Jason discusses this! 

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My thoughts on popular You Tuber and social media personality Gaz Oakley admitting on a podcast that he's eating animals now.

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Celebrity vegans are cashing checks, plant-based giants are pivoting hard, and veganism is somehow becoming political theater. In this episode, Jason reacts to Lizzo’s Chili’s rib ad, Beyond Meat’s new protein drink strategy, and the growing culture war around plant-based eating.

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