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 [https://www.burlingtonvegfest.com](Aug 16) Vegan Night Market [https://www.theveganmarket.ca](Aug 21 is postponed to May 2026) Dolce Vita Vegan Dinner [https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/dolce-vita-vegan-dinner-tickets-1553213747129?aff=ebdssbdestsearch] (Aug 29) Vegan Art Show [https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/vegan-art-show-tickets-1441432366009?aff=ebdssbdestsearch&keep_tld=1] (Sept 27) BBC article on Danish Zoo and Unwanted Pets [https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c0r7z2ynd2lo] CBC article on Rats in Toronto [https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/toronto/rat-response-plan-toronto-1.7579116] Snack Wars with Pamela Anderson and Liam Neeson [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lKo1ZyxtJ0k] Pig and Chicken on Trampoline [https://www.instagram.com/reel/DMqBNzftfyK/?igsh=MTN4Z20wb2x0MXpydA==] Identifying AI - Analysis of Animal Trampoline Videos [https://www.tiktok.com/@thedodo/video/7535596001034374431] The case for the humane control of pigeons [https://www.animalaid.org.uk/case-humane-control-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 [https://www.metradio.ca/] 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 [https://craigscookies.com/], Baldwin Naturals [https://www.instagram.com/baldwinnaturals/?hl=en], Taqueria Vegana [https://www.taqueriavegana.ca/], and Pennies Bar [https://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 [https://www.blogto.com/eat_drink/2025/07/odd-burger-closing-toronto/] Burlington Veg Fest [https://www.burlingtonvegfest.com/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22384254151&gbraid=0AAAAA_KHK_g1mHbOLSeQ5H-WK4iNSc_fv&gclid=CjwKCAjw7MLDBhAuEiwAIeXGIVhqpVCX9uobYhIFzCCkz9er4H_2iimff0xV2SmJvY9UDqVf4NKx7hoCgzcQAvD_BwE] Vegan Night Market [https://www.theveganmarket.ca/] 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 [https://sweetsfromtheearth.com/]. We learn about the origins and history of the company and what's coming next for the company. Links: Aunty Em's [https://www.instagram.com/auntyemsdeli/?hl=en] VegTO 80th Anniversary Movie Day [https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/vegto-80th-anniversary-movie-day-and-fundraiser-tickets-1388419533199] Sarnia Veg Fest [https://www.sarniavegfest.com/] Wishbone Animal Rights Lab Calendar [https://wishbonearlab.ca/events/]Credits: Hosts: Barbi and Vanessa Guest: Ilana Summary: Barbi Editing: Jeanette Theme: Matt Judge