Vegan Family Kitchen by Brigitte Gemme

How to age like a yogi and other secrets from Victoria Moran after four decades of veganism

This is a goosebumps episode! You're going to LOVE this conversation with Victoria Moran, a vegan icon for over 41 years, author of 13 books, and a recent inductee into the Vegan Hall of Fame. It's an honor to have Victoria in my kitchen to share her fascinating journey from being a solitary vegetarian in the 1960s Midwest to leading the Vegan Main Street Academy. We go deep into her connections within the vegan movement, her upcoming 14th book 'Age Like a Yogi: A Heavenly Path to a Dazzling Third Act', and her feature film project 'Miss Liberty'. Whether you’re interested in the health benefits of a plant-based diet, in the spiritual roots of yoga, or in the history of vegan activism, you're going to wish this episode was twice as long!  👉 Pre-order Victoria's new book Age Like a Yogi: A Heavenly Path to a Dazzling Third Act [https://www.amazon.com/Age-Like-Yogi-Heavenly-Dazzling/dp/1958972592/] from your favorite bookstore, then send your receipt to assist@victoriamoran.com [assist@victoriamoran.com] to unlock the cool pre-order bonuses, including a day-long workshop with her in January.  Learn more about the Main Street Vegan Academy [https://mainstreetvegan.com/] and connect with Victoria on her website [https://victoriamoran.com/]. Watch the trailer to Miss Liberty: The Movie [https://misslibertythemovie.com/]!   TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Introduction to Victoria Moran 01:30 Early Vegan Journey in the 1980s 03:24 Influential Figures in Veganism 04:16 Challenges and Innovations in Early Veganism 07:39 Historical Events and Influencers 08:55 Personal Reflections on Vegan History 12:10 Yoga and Veganism: A Personal Journey 16:27 Aging Like a Yogi: The New Book 25:48 The Intersection of Yoga and Veganism 28:15 Yoga and Dietary Choices 28:57 Western Yoga and Secular Influence 29:53 The Importance of Ahimsa 30:13 Personal Stories and Veganism 31:57 Health Benefits of Veganism for Older Adults 33:04 Secrets to Vibrant Aging 35:29 The Role of Exercise 38:27 Miss Liberty: A Film Project 43:25 Encouragement for New Vegans 49:55 Pre-ordering 'Aging Like a Yogi'

Eco-conscious eating, travel, and living in Japan: Conversation with Joy Jarman-Walsh of Seek Sustainable Japan

How difficult is vegan and sustainable eating, travel, and living in Japan? Come in and listen as Brigitte discusses the topic with sustainable travel expert and Hiroshima tour guide Joy Jarman-Walsh, one of the forces behind Japan's sustainable travel improvements. In this episode, we cover: - Joy's journey in discovering that it was possible to be vegan and thrive in Japan - Sustainability in Japanese tourism: What are positive trends in the industry? - Cultural insights on eating habits: Why is it so hard to modify items on the menu in Japan?!  Curious to learn how you can adopt more sustainable travel practices and enjoy plant-based eating while exploring Japan? Tune in to gain valuable insights from Joy's extensive experience and innovative approaches to promoting sustainability and health through her work and daily life.  Don't forget to subscribe for more discussions on healthy living, sustainability, and mindful travel. CONNECT WITH JOY Catch her show : https://youtube.com/@seeksustainablejapan and on your favorite podcast platform Medium blog: https://medium.com/@jjwalsh   Tours of Hiroshima - feel free to book directly via Socials, Google Biz page, or book on Tours By Locals: https://www.toursbylocals.com/hiroshima-tour-guide-joy-j Consulting work - Inbound Ambassador: https://maps.app.goo.gl/9Kjcc2Z4ta2CRU9t5 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jjwalsh-inbound-ambassador/ Twitter: https://x.com/jjwalsh FB/Insta/Threads @inboundambassador Jump to sections that interest you most! [00:00:00] Introduction to Joy Jarman-Walsh [00:02:00] Joy’s Early Influence and Transition to Vegetarianism [00:06:00] The Shift from Vegetarian to Vegan in a Family Context [00:10:00] Challenges of Finding Vegan Food in Japan [00:18:00] Navigating Cultural Sensitivities in Japanese Dining [00:25:00] Sustainability in Everyday Japanese Life [00:30:00] Impact of Domestic and International Tourism on Local Cuisine [00:35:00] Vision for a More Sustainable Japanese Food Culture ----------------- Need a healthy stress-free vegan meal plan when eating at home? Download Planned & Plant-Based today, eat better next week: https://veganfamilykitchen.com/planned-plant-based/

Cooking to combat inflammation: A conversation with Linda Tyler, author of The Plant-Based Anti-Inflammatory Cookbook

Do you want to avoid suffering from swollen, achy, hot joints, feeling fatigue, or struggling with mobility? Or decrease your risk of cardio-vascular events? Those issues often associated with aging are not inevitable! Join Brigitte in conversation with Linda Tyler, author of The Plant-Based Anti-Inflammatory Cookbook and creator of GraciousVegan.com. Linda explains everything you need to know about what inflammation is, how it's related to the food we eat, and how a different way of cooking can bring big improvements into your life today and in the long term. Linda also shares her favorite recipes and practical advice for making anti-inflammatory cooking a part of your everyday life. Whether you're a seasoned vegan chef or just curious about plant-based eating, there's something in this episode for everyone interested in the health benefits of an anti-inflammatory plant-based diet. Connect with Linda on her website at https://graciousvegan.com [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbDJYcmVIb29wb2F2Mm1vcjk5cVVIcXRnVkRGQXxBQ3Jtc0tud0xIX21Jakw3VzNjem1qVWxkbnFhREVlNEVOX1p6YXVvTWt2RE1nUXBFV1RvczZod0xfSnJCVjdkaDZsUUVyQzltOFNKSUpaV3FSNUFrbzdZS3NoakVZTFlFME5ZOFFfLUkyR09uckhETkpGMzV0VQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fgraciousvegan.com%2F&v=uXUTD064gqU] on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gracious_vegan/ and buy her cookbook: https://www.graciousvegan.com/cookbook-details-and-ordering [https://www.graciousvegan.com/cookbook-details-and-ordering]

The Gift of Life: From Plant-Based Advocacy to Kidney Donation - An interview with Elaine Perlman

This is a can't-miss episode! Join me in conversation with Elaine Perlman, Executive Director of Waitlist Zero, an advocacy group committed to ending the kidney shortage in the United States. In this episode of the Vegan Family Kitchen Podcast, Elaine shares her deeply personal journey from embracing veganism and healthy plant-based living to becoming a kidney donor, gifting an organ to a stranger. Her transition to a plant-based lifestyle not only transformed her health but also fueled her passion for saving lives through organ donation. Elaine aims to pass critical federal laws in the United States, the End Kidney Deaths Act and the Honor Our Living Donors Act, to save lives and support donors across the nation. With over 90,000 people waiting for a lifesaving transplant, Elaine's advocacy work is more urgent than ever - and she needs your support. She also shares her experience in education, from teaching young students in New York City about healthy eating to mentoring adults transitioning to a healthier, plant-based diet. I love her approach to teaching about plant-based eating and kidney health, and anyone who is trying to nudge others towards doing the right thing will find lots to learn from Elaine. This episode is not just a talk; it's a call to action. Whether you're curious about plant-based living, concerned about kidney health, or intrigued by the idea of donating an organ to a stranger, Elaine's story offers valuable lessons and inspiring actions. Here is how one person's choices can ripple out to affect thousands of lives - we can all make a difference. Learn more: WaitlistZero.org [http://waitlistzero.org] Connect with Elaine: elaineperlman.com [http://elaineperlman.com] More about the campaign: EndKidneyDeaths.org [http://endkidneydeaths.org]

Nourishing Relationships Through Food - A Conversation with Counselor Deborah McNamara

In this episode of the Vegan Family Kitchen podcast, host Brigitte Gemme talks with her guest, Deborah McNamara - a Vancouver-based counselor who is fascinated by the relationship between food and our connections with each other. Deborah discusses her experiences with helping adults make sense of their relationships with food and children, giving insights on treating food issues through the lens of relationships. As the author of the book 'Nourished: Connection, Food and Caring for Our Kids (and everyone else we love),' Deborah McNamara emphasizes the importance of nurturing relationships through food, with adults taking the lead in caretaking to foster secure and healthy connections. Connect with Deborah MacNamara [https://macnamara.ca] Get your copy of Nourished from your local bookstore, bookshop.org [https://bookshop.org/p/books/nourished-connection-food-and-caring-for-our-kids-and-everyone-else-we-love-deborah-macnamara/20292454], or Amazon [https://www.amazon.com/Nourished-Connection-Food-Caring-Everyone/dp/0995051240]. Learn more about Deborah MacNamara's upcoming course: Gather to Eat [https://macnamara.ca/gather-to-eat/] -- Need to get organized to feed yourself and your loved ones really good food? Download Brigitte's healthy vegan 5-night dinner plan: Planned & Plant-Based [https://veganfamilykitchen.com/]. Find your own Flow in the Kitchen: Practices for Healthy Stress-Free Vegan Cooking [https://www.amazon.com/Flow-Kitchen-Practices-Healthy-Stress-free-ebook/dp/B0BF83KQ1W/]