The beginning of a new year is a good time to reflect on the wins and losses of the previous year. Because this month is also our one-year Veggie-versary, we thought it would be the perfect time to record a retrospective episode of sorts. We discuss the things we think we did well as new […]

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The beginning of a new year is a good time to reflect on the wins and losses of the previous year.  Because this month is also our one-year Veggie-versary, we thought it would be the perfect time to record a retrospective episode of sorts.  We discuss the things we think we did well as new vegetarians in 2013, as well as some of our most important lessons learned.

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Podcasters’ Roundtable – Podcasters Discussing Podcasting

Ray Ortega (The Podcasters’ Studio – How to Record, Publish and Promote Audio and Video Podcasts)

Pat Flynn (The Smart Passive Income Podcast)

Here's the episode of Podcasters' Roundtable we were very fortunate to be a part of (recorded live on the exhibition floor at New Media Expo 2014! ) -- PR023 - Are Conferences Worth It?

Veggie-versary Giveaways!

Vegetarian Zen t-shirts

Quote of the  Week

-- Billy Joe Armstrong (Green Day)

Asparagus & Brown Rice Bake

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Peace and Veggies,

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Becoming a vegetarian or vegan is a big decision, one which family and friends may or may not agree with. In the end, of course, it is completely personal but as with any major life change, having the support of those around you can make the transition easier. Certain stereotypes about vegetarians and vegans exist […]

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Becoming a vegetarian or vegan is a big decision, one which family and friends may or may not agree with.  In the end, of course, it is completely personal but as with any major life change, having the support of those around you can make the transition easier.

Certain stereotypes about vegetarians and vegans exist that can make "coming out of the pantry" a little intimidating for some. Also, food is a subject about which people tend to have strong opinions.  In this episode, we discuss some questions that new vegetarians commonly are asked, as well as ways they can explain their choice if they choose to do so.

Thanks for tuning in to this episode of the Vegetarian Zen Podcast! If you find value in our podcast and listen on iTunes, please consider leaving us a rating and review.

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VZ 014 - Our Favorite Myths About Vegetarianism

Resources

30 of the Best Blogs for New Vegetarians

Recipe of the Week

Mini Vegan Orange Muffins

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Peace and Veggies,

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From the time we are kids we hear about New Year's resolutions. Adults make them…and break them. Kids emulate their parents and make them…and break them even faster! What kid wants to actually keep a resolution to clean her room or be nice to his little brother? Although the practice has its origins in pre-Christian […]

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From the time we are kids we hear about New Year's resolutions.  Adults make them...and break them.  Kids emulate their parents and make them...and break them even faster!  What kid wants to actually keep a resolution to clean her room or be nice to his little brother?

Although the practice has its origins in pre-Christian religions, much about it has changed over the millennia.  Instead of swearings to the gods to pay back our debts, return the things we borrowed last year, and be proper citizens,  resolutions have become more about promising ourselves we will lose weight or save enough money to buy a bigger house or a nicer car.  Add to unrealistic expectations the idea that we have to go "all-or-nothing", and we often set ourselves up to fail.

In this episode, we discuss the pros and cons of resolution-making.  We discuss whether or not we make them (you'll have to listen to find out!) and why.  For those who decide that resolutions are the way to go, we delve into good resolution-making habits and mindsets.

Thanks for tuning in to this episode of the Vegetarian Zen Podcast! If you find value in our podcast and listen on iTunes, please consider leaving us a rating and review.

Please note that some of the links on this page may be affiliate links and, at no additional cost to you, we will earn a commission if you decide to make a purchase after clicking through to the product using the link we have provided.  We never recommend or provide affiliate links to products or services we do not use ourselves, and our ultimate goal is to provide helpful products and advice to you, our readers and listeners.

Weight Watchers

Recipe of the Week

 What Do I Do With...Blackeyed Peas?

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Peace and Veggies,

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This episode features our very first interview, with none other than the voice of our podcast intro track, Tim Paige! Besides being a fellow vegetarian, Tim is the co-host, with John Lee Dumas, of the Love Your Leap podcast. Love Your Leap is focused on helping individuals make the transition from a corporate job to […]

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This episode features our very first interview, with none other than the voice of our podcast intro track, Tim Paige!  Besides being a fellow vegetarian, Tim is the co-host, with John Lee Dumas, of the Love Your Leap podcast.  Love Your Leap is focused on helping individuals make the transition from a corporate job to full-time entrepreneurship. Very shortly, Tim will also play host to the new podcast for Lead Pages, a company focused on helping online businesses create sales, landing, and launch pages for their websites.  In light of his extremely busy schedule, we were especially honored that he wished to be a part of the Vegetarian Zen Podcast.

In our interview, we talk to Tim about his vegetarian/vegan journey, his wife (who is also vegetarian) and new son, and the challenges he faced as a vegan while on tour with his band, among other topics.  We had a great time visiting with Tim, and we hope you'll enjoy getting to know him a little as well.

Thanks for tuning in to this episode of the Vegetarian Zen Podcast! If you find value in our podcast and listen on iTunes, please consider leaving us a rating and review.

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Tim Paige

Love Your Leap podcast

John Lee Dumas

Entrepreneur on Fire podcast

Sea Shepherd Conservation Society

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Peace and Veggies,

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We're all busy during the holiday season. Buying and wrapping gifts, making cookies, attending and/or hosting parties, making airport runs, keeping the kids busy, and so much more. With so much going on, sometimes pets can fade into the background a bit. Not that we don't love them less during this busy time, of course, […]

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We're all busy during the holiday season.  Buying and wrapping gifts, making cookies, attending and/or hosting parties, making airport runs, keeping the kids busy, and so much more.  With so much going on, sometimes pets can fade into the background a bit.  Not that we don't love them less during this busy time, of course, but with so many different things going on, we may not keep close tabs on what they are up to.

Lots of holiday items and traditions can pose dangers to our furry babies.  Candles left burning can easily be knocked over by curious cats, for example.  Cats and mischievous pups also like to chew on wires, which can lead to electrocution and fire.  There are many foods that are not good for dogs and cats.  Chocolate is the obvious one, but did you know that artificial sweeteners are poisonous to dogs, as are onions and some plants?  Tinsel and curling ribbon, if ingested, can actually lacerate a cat or dog's intestinal tract or stomach.

In this episode, we discuss these things plus many more that you should be aware of in order to ensure both you and your pets have a safe and happy holiday season.

Thanks for tuning in to this episode of the Vegetarian Zen Podcast! If you find value in our podcast and listen on iTunes, please consider leaving us a rating and review.

Please note that some of the links on this page are affiliate links, and at no additional cost to you, we will earn a commission if you decide to make a purchase after clicking through to the product using the link we have provided.  We never recommend or provide affiliate links to products or services we do not use ourselves, and our ultimate goal is to provide helpful products and advice to you, our readers and listeners.

Here’s what we mention in this episode:

Pet Safety Tips for the Holidays

Recipes of the Week - Healthy, Homemade Dog Treats 

Sweet Potato Honey Treats from the At the Fire Hydrant blog

 Healthy Mind Quote of the Week

-- Rich Horwath

Thanks for listening!

Peace and Veggies,

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