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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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This episode features our very first interview, with none other than the voice of our podcast intro track, voice actor Tim Paige! In our interview, we talk to Tim about his vegetarian/vegan journey, his wife (who is also vegetarian) and […]

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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 […]

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**Note: This coaching plan is no longer active.** Recently the folks at Lift introduced a new feature called the coaching plan.  By creating a coaching plan, any Lift user can establish a set of step-by-step instructions to help their fellow […]

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We all want to protect our kids from harm.  We teach them to not talk to strangers and to look both ways when crossing the street. We feed them healthy foods and encourage other healthy habits.  We want them to […]

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When we come together to celebrate the holidays, food is, usually the focal point around which we gather.  Further, the centerpiece of most of our holiday meals is meat.  Turkey for Thanksgiving.  Turkey or goose for Christmas.  Ham for New […]

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Even the most dedicated fitness fanatics sometimes find it challenging to get the job done.  For those who don’t enjoy it in the first place, the challenge can sometimes be overwhelming!  In this episode, we discuss tips to help keep […]

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Unfortunately, GMOs (genetically modified organisms) have become pervasive in our society today.  Often under the guise of increasing crop yields, drought tolerance, or nutritional values, biotechnical companies have created “Frankenfoods” that have delivered on none of these promises.  Instead, the […]

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