The Jazzy Vegetarian: Recent Episodes

The Jazzy Vegetarian

It's time to jazz up your weekly menu with 3-time Taste Award winning television and radio host, Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian! Jazzy Vegetarian Radio focuses on healthy, tasty recipes, eco-entertaining tips, celebrity interviews, and upbeat music, served up with a bit of fun on the side! Each show speaks to health conscious people of all ages, by reaching out to vegans, vegetarians, and omnivores alike, who are seeking plant-based food choices. Tune in to Jazzy Vegetarian on National Public Television (check your local listings), featuring 88 half-hour episodes serving up mouthwatering, easy-to-prepare vegan menus for anybody looking for delicious, nutritious food.

Laura Theodore is a TASTE award-winning, recognized public television personality, cookbook author and vegan chef. Laura is the on-camera host of the highly successful, award-winning, Jazzy Vegetarian vegan cooking series on public television. Ms. Theodore is author of four vegan cookbooks and she has been featured on The Talk on CBS, Insider/Entertainment Tonight (HBO Red Carpet), News 4-NBC, Fox News 8, The Better Show and the WCBS Radio Health & Wellbeing Report. In print, she has been featured in the New York Times, New York Daily News, VegNews, Family Circle, Readers Digest, PBS Food, Mother Earth Living, and Healthy Aging, among other highly respected news, food and lifestyle-related journals. Laura’s popular PBS show, Jazzy Vegetarian, was awarded a TASTE Award for Best Health and Fitness Program (Food and Diet).

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Today Laura Theodore the Jazzy Vegetarian, welcomes Keith Burgeson who helps new vegans follow healthier, more compassionate lives through PETA’s Vegan Mentor Program.      

JAZZY VEGETARIAN SEASON SIX now airs around the country! (check local listings) From a Bollywood Kitchen Supper to a Tex-Mex Menu, Laura Theodore—with help from celebrity guests—shows viewers how to cook healthful, tasty vegan food for family and friends.

Need healthy tips, recipes and videos? A subscription to our online streaming channel, Jazzy Vegetarian TV, can be watched anywhere including: iPhone, iPad, Roku, AirPlay, and Chromecast! Learn more: JazzyVegetarianTV.com.

Order signed Jazzy Vegetarian books, DVDs and CDs at Jazzyvegetarian.com. Laura’s new cookbook - Jazzy Vegetarian’s Deliciously Vegan: Plant-Powered Recipes for the Modern, Mindful Kitchen - is available for pre-order!

Keith Burgeson is a New Jersey native with degrees in plant-based nutrition and advertising. He has served multiple terms with AmeriCorps—which is the U.S. version of the Peace Corps—focusing on community-driven volunteer engagement and hunger relief. Before joining the PETA team, he worked as an Animal Caregiver with Farm Sanctuary. Now he helps new vegans follow healthier, more compassionate lives through PETA’s Vegan Mentor Program.

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Today Laura Theodore the Jazzy Vegetarian, welcomes Veronica Bosgraaf who is the founder of Pure Organic of and author of the Pure Food Cookbook. We’ll share Plant-Based Recipes for a Vegan Thanksgiving Celebration!

JAZZY VEGETARIAN SEASON SIX airs around the country! (check local listings) From a Bollywood Kitchen Supper to a Tex-Mex Menu, Laura Theodore—with help from celebrity guests—shows viewers how to cook healthful, tasty vegan food for family and friends.

Need healthy tips, recipes and videos? A subscription to our online streaming channel, Jazzy Vegetarian TV, can be watched anywhere including: iPhone, iPad, Roku, AirPlay, and Chromecast! Learn more: JazzyVegetarianTV.com. Order signed Jazzy Vegetarian books, DVDs and CDs at Jazzyvegetarian.com. Laura’s new cookbook - Jazzy Vegetarian’s Deliciously Vegan: Plant-Powered Recipes for the Modern, Mindful Kitchen - is available for pre-order!

Veronica Bosgraaf is the founder of Pure Organic and author of the Pure Food Cookbook. Veronica began Pure in her kitchen with the inspiration of her daughter, who independently decided to be a vegetarian at 6 years old. As a mom, Veronica was disappointed with the lack of clean options that were packaged, and began to create her own for her family. In February of 2015 Veronica launched her first cookbook, Pure Food: Eat Clean with Seasonal, Plant-Based Recipes.

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Today Laura Theodore the Jazzy Vegetarian, welcomes Joshua Costner who is an activist for Animals, Women's issues, LGBT, and he is a master hairstylist. We’ll talk about the Queen City Fall Fest coming up on October 29th.

JAZZY VEGETARIAN SEASON SIX now airs around the country! From a Bollywood Kitchen Supper to a Tex-Mex Menu, Laura Theodore—with help from celebrity guests like top Broadway choreographer Chase Brock—shows viewers how to cook healthful, tasty vegan food for family and friends. Need healthy tips, recipes and videos? A subscription to our online streaming channel, Jazzy Vegetarian TV, can be watched anywhere including: iPhone, iPad, Roku, AirPlay, and Chromecast! Learn more: JazzyVegetarianTV.com.

Order signed Jazzy Vegetarian books, DVDs and CDs at Jazzyvegetarian.com. Laura’s new cookbook - Jazzy Vegetarian’s Deliciously Vegan: Plant-Powered Recipes for the Modern, Mindful Kitchen - is now available for pre-order!

Josh Costner has worked as a stylist for 15 years; trained under a former North American Hair Stylist of the Year; written training manuals for multiple salon programs and participated in multiple hair shows and photo shoots. Josh won Best Stylist 2011 from Charlotte Seen Fashion Week and his photo work has been published in industry and fashion magazines throughout the US and Europe. Josh acts as Director of Events and Fundraising for Cotton Branch Farm Animal Sanctuary, which is a 501 (c)(3) non profit organization. He is honored to serve with some amazing people to help animals in need.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian, welcomes Dianne Wenz, who is a Holistic Health Counselor, Vegan Lifestyle Coach and Plant Based Diet Nutrition Specialist. We’ll talk about: What Do Vegans Eat?

JAZZY VEGETARIAN SEASON SIX premieres on national public television on September 15th, 2017 (check local listings). From a Bollywood Kitchen Supper to a Tex-Mex Menu, Laura Theodore—with help from celebrity guests like top Broadway choreographer Chase Brock and Sri Rao—shows viewers how to cook healthful, tasty vegan food for family and friends.

Need healthy tips, recipes and videos? A subscription to our online streaming channel, Jazzy Vegetarian TV, can be watched anywhere including: iPhone, iPad, Roku, AirPlay, and Chromecast! Learn more: JazzyVegetarianTV.com. Order signed Jazzy Vegetarian books, DVDs and CDs at Jazzyvegetarian.com.

Dianne Wenz, is a Holistic Health Counselor, Vegan Lifestyle Coach and Plant Based Diet Nutrition Specialist, as well as an avid cook and baker. Dianne received her training to practice Holistic Health Counseling at the Institute for Integrative Nutrition in New York City and her Holistic Health Practitioner certification through the American Association of Drugless Practitioners. She is a certified Vegan Lifestyle Coach through Victoria Moran’s Vegan Lifestyle Academy and she has certificate in Plant Based Nutrition from eCornell University.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian, welcomes Kendra Arnold and Marisa Sweeney, co-founders of the New Jersey VegFest.

Tune into JAZZY VEGETARIAN SEASON SIX! All new season premieres on national public television on September 15th, 2017 (check local listings). Our first annual Jazzy Vegetarian retreat will take place Sept 8 – 10, 2017, at the PRAMA wellness center in near Asheville, North Carolina. The 3-day retreat and will offer meditation, yoga, vegan cooking classes and a concert by Laura Theodore! Special discount for JV fans: type in jazzy75 at checkout for $75 off. Space is limited – learn more at Jazzyvegetarian.com.

Need healthy tips, recipes and videos? A subscription to our online streaming channel, Jazzy Vegetarian TV, can be watched anywhere including: iPhone, iPad, Roku, AirPlay, and Chromecast! Learn more: JazzyVegetarianTV.com.

The New Jersey VegFest launched when Kendra Arnold ran into Marisa Sweeney on the sidewalk in downtown Morristown. Kendra said "We should do a VegFest for the state of New Jersey!" and Marisa was immediately in. The New Jersey VegFest is a vegan food and lifestyle festival that features vegan food vendors, clothing, authors and books, speakers, and beer, and it will be held at the Meadowlands Expo Center on October 7 & 8, 2017.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes the internationally known expert on diet, health and nutrition, Dr. Pam Popper, to answer the question: Is There Really Such a Thing as Food Addiction?

Tune in to JAZZY VEGETARIAN SEASON SIX, premiering on national public television on September 15th, 2017 (check local listings).

Our first annual Jazzy Vegetarian retreat will take place Sept 8 – 10, 2017, at the PRAMA wellness center in near Asheville, North Carolina. The 3-day retreat will offer meditation, yoga, vegan cooking classes and a concert by Laura Theodore! Special discount for JV fans: type in jazzy75 at checkout for $75 off. Space is limited – learn more at Jazzyvegetarian.com. Need healthy tips, recipes and videos? A subscription to our online streaming channel, Jazzy Vegetarian TV, can be watched anywhere including: iPhone, iPad, Roku, AirPlay, and Chromecast! Learn more: JazzyVegetarianTV.com.

Dr. Pam Popper, is an internationally known expert on diet, health and nutrition. Her most recent book is Food Over Medicine. Dr. Popper is also the founder of The Wellness Forum, one of the most successful companies in the health field worldwide. She and her staff have helped hundreds of thousands of people to achieve or regain their health. Dr. Popper is featured as one of the lead experts in the popular new film, Food Choices. Music today from Dr. Neal Barnard and CarbonWorks!

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Ramesh Bjonnes, who is the Director of the Prama Wellness Center where lifestyle is considered the best medicine. We will discuss the topic – Food is Medicine, and Medicine is Food.

Tune in to JAZZY VEGETARIAN SEASON SIX, premiering on national public television on September 15th, 2017 (check local listings). Our first annual Jazzy Vegetarian retreat will take place Sept 8 – 10, 2017, at the PRAMA wellness center near Asheville, North Carolina. The 3-day retreat will offer meditation, yoga, vegan cooking classes and a concert by Laura Theodore! Special discount for JV fans: type in jazzy75 at checkout for $75 off. Space is limited – learn more at Jazzyvegetarian.com. Need healthy tips, recipes and videos? A subscription to our online streaming channel, Jazzy Vegetarian TV, can be watched anywhere including: iPhone, iPad, Roku, AirPlay, and Chromecast! Learn more: JazzyVegetarianTV.com.

Ramesh Bjonnes is the Director of the Prama Wellness Center. Ramesh is also a writer, yogi and workshop leader. He studied yoga therapy in Nepal and India, Ayurveda at California College of Ayurveda and is a certified yoga detox therapist from the AM Wellness Center in Cebu, Philippines. He has taught workshops in many countries and is the author of four books, including Sacred Body, Sacred Spirit (InnerWorld) and Tantra: The Yoga of Love and Awakening (Hay House India).

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Sri Rao, who is a writer-director-producer living in New York City. We’ll hear all his talk his new book: Bollywood Kitchen: Home-Cooked Indian Meals Paired with Unforgettable Bollywood Films.

JAZZY VEGETARIAN SEASON SIX premieres on national public television on September 15th, 2017 (check local listings). From a Bollywood Kitchen Supper to a Tex-Mex Menu, Laura Theodore—with help from celebrity guests like top Broadway choreographer Chase Brock and Sri Rao—shows viewers how to cook healthful, tasty vegan food for family and friends.

Need healthy tips, recipes and videos? A subscription to our online streaming channel, Jazzy Vegetarian TV, can be watched anywhere including: iPhone, iPad, Roku, AirPlay, and Chromecast! Learn more: JazzyVegetarianTV.com. Order signed Jazzy Vegetarian books, DVDs and CDs at Jazzyvegetarian.com.

Sri Rao is a writer-director-producer living in New York City. He has been working as a television screenwriter for over a decade, and is uniquely positioned as one of the few Americans working in Bollywood, India's musical movie industry. His book "Bollywood Kitchen" is the first consumer-market book about Bollywood and will be released by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt in November, 2017.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Dr Pam Popper, to talk about Successful Weight Loss Strategies. Then we will welcome Tara Sherbert who has been voted top 25 Woman in Business by the Charlotte Business Journal, and Woman of Distinction by Elysian magazine.

Need healthy tips, recipes and videos? A subscription to our online streaming channel, Jazzy Vegetarian TV, can be watched anywhere including: iPhone, iPad, Roku, AirPlay, and Chromecast! Learn more: JazzyVegetarianTV.com.Order signed Jazzy Vegetarian books, DVDs and CDs at Jazzyvegetarian.com.

Dr Pam Popper, is an internationally known expert on diet, health and nutrition. Her most recent book is Food Over Medicine. Dr. Popper is also the founder of The Wellness Forum, one of the most successful companies in the health field worldwide. She and her staff have helped hundreds of thousands of people to achieve or regain their health. Dr. Popper is featured as one of the lead experts in the popular new film, Food Choices.

Tara Sherbert has been voted top 25 Woman in Business by the Charlotte Business Journal, and Woman of Distinction by Elysian magazine. Ms. Sherbert is Managing Partner of Moxie Investment Funds, TMS Development and SherbertConsulting. She has structured, developed and invested in cumulatively well over 3 billion of real estate.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Robin Robertson to talk about her new book, Veganize It! We’ll share great tips for veganizing at home.

Need healthy tips, recipes and videos? A subscription to our online streaming channel, Jazzy Vegetarian TV, makes the perfect healthy, fun and entertaining choice! Watch anywhere including: iPhone, iPad, Roku, AirPlay, and Chromecast! Get unlimited access to our most popular seasons (39 full episodes), along with links to all of the recipes from each episode (over 150 recipes in all). To learn more, or subscribe: JazzyVegetarianTV.com

Order signed Jazzy Vegetarian books, DVDs and CDs at Jazzyvegetarian.com.

When Robin Robertson who is a vegan chef and award-winning cookbook author whose culinary experience spans nearly thirty years. She has been a chef, caterer, cooking teacher, and food columnist. Her cookbooks include her newest creation, Veganize It!, and the best-selling Vegan Planet, Quick-Fix Vegan, Fresh from the Vegan Slow Cooker, Vegan on the Cheap, 1,000 Vegan recipes, and Vegan Fire & Spice, and the new book Cook the Pantry. With more than thirty years of experience developing and sharing vegan recipes, Robertson is the perfect guide for home cooks looking for DIY whole-food alternatives.

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Today Laura Theodore the Jazzy Vegetarian, welcomes Denise Kling-Pelto, to talk about Transitioning to a Whole Plant-Based Lifestyle!

Need healthy tips, recipes and videos? A subscription to our online streaming channel, Jazzy Vegetarian TV, makes the perfect healthy, fun and entertaining choice! Get access to our most popular seasons (39 full episodes), along with links to all of the recipes from each episode (over 150 recipes in all)! Watch anywhere including: on iPhone, iPad, Roku, AirPlay, and Chromecast! Order: JazzyVegetarianTV.com

Order signed Jazzy Vegetarian books, DVDs and CDs at Jazzyvegetarian.com.

Denise Kling-Pelto is passionate about a plant healthy lifestyle.  When her husband discovered he had egregious heart disease, she retired from 30+ years teaching high school and became a PCRM Food for Life instructor, studied at the Natural Cooking School and acclaimed Rouxbe School to become a vegan chef, completed a degree in Holistic Nutrition Consulting, earned Certification in Plant-Based Nutrition, and took Dr. Campbell’s Heart Healthy course. She now serves as the “Culinary Curator” and a “Transitions” instructor to the Plant Based Nutrition Support Group, pbnsg.org, a non-profit organization with 3,000+ members in South Eastern Michigan.

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Today Laura Theodore the Jazzy Vegetarian, welcomes Lisa McDonald who is co-owner of Sanctuary Brewing Company, in Hendersonville, North Carolina, to talk about benefitting animals and humans through local advocacy.

Need healthy tips, recipes and videos? A subscription to our online streaming channel, Jazzy Vegetarian TV, makes the perfect healthy, fun and entertaining choice! Get access to our most popular seasons (39 full episodes), along with links to all of the recipes from each episode (over 150 recipes in all)! Watch anywhere including: on iPhone, iPad, Roku, AirPlay, and Chromecast! To learn more and subscribe: JazzyVegetarianTV.com

Order signed Jazzy Vegetarian books, DVDs and CDs at Jazzyvegetarian.com.

Lisa McDonald is co-owner of Sanctuary Brewing Company, in Hendersonville, North Carolina. Lisa has spent her last 20 years managing multi-million dollar projects for Fortune 50 companies as a business consulting manager.  Sanctuary Brewing Company is a nano brewery and tap room committed to enriching the lives of humans through our excellent craft beer, and benefitting animals and humans through local advocacy.

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Today Laura Theodore the Jazzy Vegetarian, welcomes Laura Cheadle, a Rockstar Vegan to talk about Vegan Recipes on the Road!

Need healthy tips, recipes and videos? A subscription to our online streaming channel, Jazzy Vegetarian TV, makes the perfect healthy, fun and entertaining choice! Get access to our most popular seasons (39 full episodes), along with links to all of the recipes from each episode (over 150 recipes in all)! Watch anywhere including: on iPhone, iPad, Roku, AirPlay, and Chromecast! To learn more and subscribe: JazzyVegetarianTV.com

Order signed Jazzy Vegetarian books, DVDs and CDs at Jazzyvegetarian.com. Watch Jazzy Vegetarian every Monday and Friday on Create TV! Find local listings.

Laura Cheadle, lives the hectic, busy life of a popular musician, and is not able to spend much time in her kitchen, but she finds ways to maintain her vegan diet, and is eager to share her ideas with us, along with songs and clips from her award-winning, rockin’ recordings. Laura has five successful albums out and she has opened for The Jonas Brothers, Spin Doctors, Garland Jeffreys, John Oates/Hall and Oates, and Average White Band among others.

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Today Laura Theodore the Jazzy Vegetarian, welcomes Kelle Jolly to talk about the Women in Jazz Jam Festival, to be held in Knoxville, Tennessee, March 10th-12th, 2017!

Need healthy tips, recipes and videos? A subscription to our online streaming channel, Jazzy Vegetarian TV, makes the perfect healthy, fun and entertaining choice! Get access to our most popular seasons (39 full episodes), along with links to all of the recipes from each episode (over 150 recipes in all)! Watch anywhere including: on iPhone, iPad, Roku, AirPlay, and Chromecast! To order go to: Jazzyvegetariantv.com Order signed Jazzy Vegetarian books, DVDs and CDs at Jazzyvegetarian.com.

Laura will be appearing in Knoxville, Tn, March 12th at the Women in Jazz Jam Festival, at 3PM in the Red Piano Lounge. Buy tickets here!

Jazzy Vegetarian SEASON FIVE, airs every Monday and Friday, on the CREATE Network! The award-winning season is filled with fabulous, “ved-ucational” guests, and plenty of jazzy-licious, plant-based recipes. (Check local listings).

Kelle Jolly is a ukulele-playing jazz singer, music educator, and media personality with a mission! While her style is sometimes evocative of Sarah Vaughan or Olitta Adams, Ms. Jolly’s stage presence demonstrates a hybrid of sensitive song styling with conservative bursts of courageous musical creativity. She has recently branched out into regional musical theatre (Hairspray; Between a Ballad & a Blues).

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Dr. Chris Guthrey, a psychologist trained in transpersonal psychology who believes in a holistic approach to well-being. We’ll discuss Dr. Guthrey's Holistic Approach to Well-Being.

Need healthy tips, recipes and videos? A subscription to our online streaming channel, Jazzy Vegetarian TV, makes the perfect healthy, fun and entertaining choice! Watch anywhere including: iPhone, iPad, Roku, AirPlay, and Chromecast! Order: JazzyvegetarianTV.com.

Laura will be appearing in Knoxville, Tn, - March 12th, 2017 at the Women in Jazz Jam Festival, at 3PM in the Red Piano Lounge. Buy tickets here!

Jazzy Vegetarian SEASON FIVE, airs every Monday and Friday, on the CREATE Network! (Check local listings). Order signed Jazzy Vegetarian books, DVDs and CDs at jazzyvegetarian.com.

Dr. Chris Guthrey is a psychologist trained in transpersonal psychology and believes in a holistic approach to well-being. He specializes in mindfulness and has maintained his own daily meditation practice for over five years. He values guiding others through example and embodies wellness by maintaining a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Currently, Chris has a counseling practice in Asheville, NC and also works for Prama Wellness Center as a counselor and retreat manager."

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian, welcomes the internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health, Dr. Pam Popper to talk about the Gluten and Grains Issue.

A subscription to our online streaming channel, Jazzy Vegetarian TV, makes the perfect healthy, fun and entertaining choice! Get access to our most popular seasons (39 full episodes), along with links to all of the recipes from each episode (over 150 recipes in all)! Watch on iPhone, iPad, Roku, and more! Order: JazzyVegetarianTV.com Purchase at: signed Jazzy Vegetarian cookbooks at Jazzyvegetarian.com Watch Jazzy Vegetarian SEASON FIVE on public television every Monday and Friday, on the CREATE Network! The award-winning season is filled with fabulous guests and plant-based recipes. Check local listings.

Dr. Pam Popper is an internationally known expert on diet, health and nutrition. She’s appeared in numerous documentaries including the critically acclaimed Forks Over Knives and she is a New York Times bestselling author. Her most recent book is Food Over Medicine. Dr. Popper is also the founder of The Wellness Forum, one of the most successful companies in the health field worldwide. She and her staff have helped hundreds of thousands of people to achieve or regain their health. Dr. Popper is featured as one of the lead experts in the popular new film, Food Choices. Learn more: www.wellnessforumhealth.com and drpampopper.com

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian, welcomes Joshua Costner who is an activist for Animals, Women's issues, LGBT, and he is a master hairstylist. We’ll talk about balancing his dedicated work with the Cotton Branch Farm Animal Sanctuary and busy hairdresser.

Need healthy tips, recipes and videos? A subscription to our online streaming channel, Jazzy Vegetarian TV, makes the perfect healthy, fun and entertaining choice! Get access to our most popular seasons (39 full episodes), along with links to all of the recipes from each episode (over 150 recipes in all)! Watch anywhere including: on iPhone, iPad, Roku, AirPlay, and Chromecast! Order: JazzyVegetarianTV.com

Order signed Jazzy Vegetarian books, DVDs and CDs at Jazzyvegetarian.com.

Josh Costner has worked as a stylist for 15 years; trained under a former North American Hair Stylist of the Year; written training manuals for multiple salon programs and participated in multiple hair shows and photo shoots. Josh won Best Stylist 2011 from Charlotte Seen Fashion Week and his photo work has been published in industry and fashion magazines throughout the US and Europe.  Josh serves on the Board of Directors and acts as Director of Events and Fundraising for Cotton Branch Farm Animal Sanctuary, which is a 501 (c)(3) non profit organization. He is honored to serve with some amazing people to help animals in need.

Music today, from Neal Barnard and CarbonWorks CD!

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian, welcomes Dr. Neal Barnard, lead guitarist, of CarbonWorks CD, combining classical stylings, with rock timbres and jazz rhythms. CarbonWorks music will surprise those who know Dr. Neal Barnard as the physician who has authored more than 70 scientific publications and 18 books, whose research revolutionized the nutritional treatment of diabetes, and who is a recognized authority on science and health. We’ll talk about his new CD and the relationship between music and health.

A subscription to our online streaming channel, Jazzy Vegetarian TV includes unlimited access to 39 full episodes, with links to all of the recipes from each episode! Watch on iPhone, iPad, Roku, and more! Order: JazzyVegetarianTV.com  Get signed Jazzy Vegetarian cookbooks: Jazzyvegetarian.com.Tune into Jazzy Vegetarian on public television, Mondays and Fridays, beginning January 23rd, 2017 on the CREATE Network! The award-winning show is filled with fabulous guests and plant-based recipes.

Combining classical stylings, with rock timbres and jazz rhythms, the music of CarbonWorks features music from the band’s lead guitarist, Neal Barnard, whose hard-hitting compositions are tempered by lyrics about love and compassion. As founder of the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine, Barnard has dramatically influenced U.S. nutrition policies, arm-wrestled with the food industry, and worked to replace the use of animals in education and research with kinder methods.

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Today Laura Theodore the Jazzy Vegetarian, welcomes Cuyle Carvin, who is a popular actor, an avid environmentalist, and animal rights advocate. We’ll talk about animal rights and environmentally-friendly tips for the new year.

Need healthy tips, recipes and videos? Order a subscription to our online streaming channel, Jazzy Vegetarian TV! Get unlimited access to our most popular seasons (39 full episodes), along with links to all of the recipes from each episode (over 150 recipes in all)! Watch anywhere including: on iPhone, iPad, Roku, AirPlay, and Chromecast! Learn more: jazzyvegetariantv.com. Order signed Jazzy Vegetarian books, DVDs and CDs at Jazzyvegetarian.com. Beginning January 23rd, 2017, Jazzy Vegetarian SEASON FIVE, airs every Monday and Friday, on the CREATE Network! The award-winning season is filled with fabulous, “ved-ucational” guests, and plenty of jazzy-licious, plant-based recipes. (Check local listings).

Cuyle Carvin  is a popular actor, and avid environmentalist and animal rights advocate. With over a decade of experience in the industry, he has appeared on Emmy-winning shows, along with a plethora of #1 rated shows that include; Criminal Minds, Hawaii Five-0, NCIS, Grimm, Law & Order: SVU, Code Black, The Bold & the Beautiful, Tyler Perry’s The Have and the Have Not’s, and in multiple award-winning films. Cuyle regularly hosts local clean up and other ‘green’ meetup events to celebrate his #RecyCuyle movement!

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Today Laura Theodore the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Chef Mark Reinfeld, who specializes in healthy raw and vegan cooking techniques and recipes, and is the author of six plant-based cookbooks. We'll discuss healing with vegan foods.

A subscription to our new streaming channel, Jazzy Vegetarian TV, makes a healthy, New Years gift! Get access to our most popular television seasons (39 full episodes), along with links to all of the recipes from each episode (over 150 recipes in all)! Watch anywhere including: on iPhone, iPad, Roku, AirPlay, and Chromecast! Order: jazzyvegetariantv.com Laura's cookbook: Laura Theodore’s VEGAN-EASE, is now ON SALE at Jazzyvegetarian.com.

Mark Reinfeld is winner of Vegan.com’s Recipe of the Year Award, has more than 20 years experience preparing creative vegan and raw food cuisine. He specializes in healthy raw and vegan cooking techniques and recipes, and is the author of six plant-based healthful eating cookbooks. He is the executive chef for the North American Vegetarian Society’s Summerfest, one of the largest vegetarian conferences in the world. His cookbook, "Healing With Vegan Foods,” and is about the powerful potential of plant-based ingredients to prevent and reverse disease. Mark holds a Masters Degree in Holistic Nutrition and is the recipient of a Platinum Carrot award, given to America’s top “innovative and trailblazing healthy chefs.” Learn more at: http://veganfusion.com/

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Today Laura Theodore the Jazzy Vegetarian, welcomes Howard Jacobson, PhD who is a health educator, author, and broadcaster from Pittsboro, North Carolina. We’ll discuss how to eat healthfully this holiday season while building healthier habits for the new year!

A subscription to streaming channel, Jazzy Vegetarian TV, makes the perfect last minute holiday gift! Get access to our most popular seasons (39 full episodes), along with links to all of the recipes from each episode (over 150 recipes in all)! Watch anywhere including on iPhone, iPad, Roku, AirPlay, and Chromecast!

Laura Theodore’s books, DVDs and CDs make the perfect healthy and delicious Holidays Gifts! Purchase at AMAZON.com.

Howard Jacobson, PhD is a health educator, author, and broadcaster from Pittsboro, North Carolina. He is host of the Plant Yourself Podcast and contributing author to Proteinaholic, by Garth Davis, MD, and Whole: Rethinking the Science of Nutrition, by T. Colin Campbell. Howard is also co-founder of the Big Change Program, with Josh LaJaunie. Howard coaches, consults, and speaks on health and fitness for individuals, families, organizations, and communities.

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Today Laura Theodore the Jazzy Vegetarian, welcomes Vance Lehmkuhl, whose V for Veg column chronicles the growing trend of plant-based eating in the Philly area! We'll chat about his new book, V for Veg,The Best of Philly’s Vegan Food Column!

Laura Theodore’s cookbooks make fabulous holidays gifts! Purchase at AMAZON.com. Need a last minute holiday gift? A subscription to our streaming channel, Jazzy Vegetarian TV, makes the perfect healthy holiday gift! Get access to our most popular seasons (39 full episodes), along with links to the recipes from each episode (over 150 recipes)! Watch anywhere, including on iPhone, iPad, Roku, AirPlay, and Chromecast! Find Laura's HOLIDAY recipes at: www.jazzyvegetarian.com!

Just out from Sullivan Street Press is Vance Lehmkuhl’s, V for Veg,The Best of Philly’s Vegan Food Column! It’s filled with humor and great information about the vegan and vegetarian plant-based community in Philly, and the book also covers many events, personalities, restaurants, and industries that have grown up in and around the area. Combining healthy information, shared with Vance’s sly, humorous style, the book will delight the vegan-conscious and interest omnivores who are interested to explore the many animal-free options now available. More information: SullivanStreetPress.com

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Today Laura Theodore the Jazzy Vegetarian, welcomes Charles Jolley, who is CEO and Founder at Ozlo, an artificial intelligence-driven conversational search company. We’ll chat about how OZLO can help you find vegan dining options and recipes!

Laura Theodore’s books, DVDs and CDs make the perfect healthy and delicious Holidays Gifts! Purchase signed combos at Jazzyvegetarian.com. A subscription to our new streaming channel, Jazzy Vegetarian TV, makes a wodnerful holiday gift too! Get access to our most popular seasons (39 full episodes), along with links to all of the recipes from each episode!

Charles Jolley is CEO and Founder at Ozlo, an artificial intelligence-driven conversational search company. He is a well-known entrepreneur and seasoned technologist with a deep background in mobile, software and tablet engineering. Most recently Charles was Entrepreneur in Residence at Battery Ventures after serving as a head of product at Facebook, launching the mobile version of Platform and Facebook Home.

Ozlo is an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered search company building a next generation AI platform and digital assistant. Our mission is to create an assistant that’s available everywhere and knows (almost) everything, supporting you with daily decisions and tasks in every area of your life.

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Today Laura Theodore the Jazzy Vegetarian, welcomes Sharon Palmer, R.D., who is author of The Plant-Powered Diet, to talk about Healthy Recipes and Tips for Hosting a Plant-Full Thanksgiving!

Laura Theodore’s books, DVDs and CDs make the perfect HOLIDAY GIFT! Specially priced signed combos of Laura's cookbooks and DVDs are available at Jazzyvegetarian.com or AMAZON.com. Get LAURA’S Kale with Walnut “Cream” Sauce recipe, featured today,here.

Sharon Palmer, R.D. is a Freelance Writer and author of The Plant-Powered Diet: The Lifelong Eating Plan for Achieving Optimal Health, Beginning Today and Plant-Powered for Life: Eat Your Way to Lasting Health with 52 Simple Steps & 125 Delicious Recipes. Sharon has expertise in plant-based nutrition and over 950 of Sharon's features have been published in publications, including Better Homes and Gardens, Prevention, LA Times and Cooking Smart. Sharon blogs for her Plant-Powered Blog, which won Top 50 Health Blog and Top 100 Nutrition Blog awards for 2015. Sharon’s recipe for Cranberry Apple Leek Whole Grain Stuffing mentioned on the show today is here: http://sharonpalmer.com/2013-12-01-cranberry-apple-leek-whole-grain-stuffing/

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Today Laura Theodore the Jazzy Vegetarian, welcomes the Vice President of the American Vegan Society, Anne Dinshah. We’ll be talking about how to have a vegan Thanksgiving!

Laura Theodore’s books, DVDs and CDs make the perfect compassionate, delicious HOLIDAY GIFT! Specially priced, signed combos of Laura's cookbooks and DVDs are available at Jazzyvegetarian.com or AMAZON.com. Get the Maple Baked Acorn Squash recipe featured today, HERE.

Anne Dinshah has authored (and coauthored) five books, including Dating Vegans and Apples, Bean Dip, and Carrot Cake: Kids! Teach Yourself to Cook. Her new book is Powerful Vegan Messages, which she coauthored with her late father, H. Jay Dinshah, who is widely considered the father of the modern vegan movement in the U.S. Often described as "vegan royalty," Anne seems to be "the girl next door." Anne is a professional rowing coach and she is vice president of American Vegan Society. To learn more, visit: AmericanVegan.org

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes the amazing Zsu Dever, author of the groundbreaking new book, Aquafaba: Sweet and Savory Vegan Recipes Made Egg-Free with the Magic of Bean Water, to share fabulous recipes and tips for making dishes egg-free with the magic of bean water!

Be sure to order your signed copy of Laura Theodore’s newest cookbook, Laura Theodore’s VEGAN-EASE  at Jazzyvegetarian.com

Zsu Dever is the author of Vegan Bowls and Everyday Vegan Eats. Hailing from a long line of culinary professionals and restaurateurs, she has been involved in the restaurant business most of her life. She is passionate about teaching new vegans and vegetarians how to succeed with their plant-based lifestyle and sharing the recipes that keep her family happy. She is the mother of three and resides in San Diego, California. Learn more at her blog zsusveganpantry.com.

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Today, Laura Theodore the Jazzy Vegetarian, welcomes Lorena Mucke, President and Founder of the Ethical Choices Program and Helene Greenberg, Founder and Executive Director of Triangle Vegfest.

Laura will be speaking at the Triangle Vegfest in Raleigh NC on SUNDAY OCTOBER 16th! More information: http://www.trianglevegfest.com Signed copies of Laura's new cookbook: Laura Theodore’s VEGAN-EASE, An Easy Guide to Enjoying a Plant-Based Diet are now available at Jazzyvegetarian.com.

Helene Greenberg is the Founder and Executive Director of Triangle Vegfest. Organized in October 2014 the Triangle Vegfest helps educate the Raleigh community about easy ways to reap the health benefits of a plant-based diet, providing a marketplace for vegan-friendly businesses, and encouraging local restaurants to offer vegan menu options. Helene has a Master of Education from American Public University with a specialization in school counseling, as well as extensive experience in sales, project management and real estate.

Lorena Mucke is President and Founder of the Ethical Choices Program, an international non-profit humane education program focused on raising awareness about the cruelty of raising animals for food, and its negative effects on our health and animals. Lorena has a degree in Zoology from Texas A&M University and a graduate degree in Ecology and Sustainable Development.

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Today, Laura Theodore the Jazzy Vegetarian, welcomes Dr. T. Colin Campbell, who is a Professor Emeritus at Cornell University and is well known for co-authoring the bestselling book The China Study.

Signed copies of Laura's cookbook: Laura Theodore’s VEGAN-EASE, An Easy Guide to Enjoying a Plant-Based Diet are now available at Jazzyvegetarian.com. Laura will be speaking at the Triangle Vegfest in Raleigh NC on SUNDAY OCTOBER 16th! More information: http://www.trianglevegfest.com.

Dr. T. Colin Campbell is a Professor Emeritus at Cornell University and is known for co-authoring the bestselling book The China Study with his son, Thomas Campbell, MD. His legacy, the China Project, is the most comprehensive study of health and nutrition ever conducted. Dr. Campbell’s expertise and scientific interests encompass relationships between diet and diseases, particularly the causation of cancer. He is the founder of the T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies. He has been featured in several documentaries, such as “Forks Over Knives” and “Food Choices.” More recently, Campbell published Whole and The Low-Carb Fraud.

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Today Laura Theodore the Jazzy Vegetarian, welcomes ELLIE LAKS, who is The Founder of The Gentle Barn Foundation, a celebrated animal welfare advocate, humane educator, and author of My Gentle Barn: Creating a sanctuary whereanimals heal and children learn to hope. We'll be talking about Ellie’s Plant-Based Diet is Easy campaign!

Signed copies of Laura's cookbook: Laura Theodore’s VEGAN-EASE, An Easy Guide to Enjoying a Plant-Based Diet are now available at Jazzyvegetarian.com. Laura will be speaking at the Triangle Vegfest in Raleigh NC on SUNDAY OCTOBER 16th! More information: http://www.trianglevegfest.com.

Ellie Laks is The Founder of The Gentle Barn Foundation. Ellie is a celebrated animal welfare advocate, humane educator, and author of My Gentle Barn: Creating a sanctuary whereanimals heal and children learn to hope. Ellie has always loved animals, and from the time she was 7 years old, Ellie has rescued lost, abandoned, sick or injured animals and brought them home to heal. The Gentle Barn is currently home to more than 190 animals and has two locations in Santa Clarita, California and Knoxville, Tennessee. Learn more at: www.gentlebarn.org.

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Today Laura Theodore the Jazzy Vegetarian, welcomes the Vice President of the American Vegan Society, Anne Dinshah. We’ll be talking about all things vegan!

Laura Theodore’s books, DVDs and CDs make the perfect delicious and healthy gift! Signed copies of Laura's new cookbook: Laura Theodore’s VEGAN-EASE are now available at Jazzyvegetarian.com. Jazzy Vegetarian, airs every Wednesday and Saturday on the CREATE Network! (Check local listings).

Anne Dinshah has authored (and coauthored) five books, including Dating Vegans and Apples, Bean Dip, and Carrot Cake: Kids! Teach Yourself to Cook. Her new book is Powerful Vegan Messages, which she coauthored with her late father, H. Jay Dinshah, who is widely considered the father of the modern vegan movement in the U.S. Often described as "vegan royalty," Anne seems to be "the girl next door." Anne is a professional rowing coach and she is vice president of American Vegan Society. To learn more, visit: AmericanVegan.org

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes the editor-in-chief of Mother Earth Living, Jessica Kellner. Jessica will share tips for living a healthy summer! This month, Laura Theodore is proud and honored to be featured in the July/August issue of Mother Earth Living! Get your copy here.

Laura Theodore’s books, DVDs, and CDs make the perfect compassionate, delicious, and healthy gift! Signed copies of Laura's new cookbook: Laura Theodore’s VEGAN-EASE are now available at Jazzyvegetarian.com.

Jazzy Vegetarian airs every Wednesday and Saturday on the CREATE Network! The TASTE award-winning series is filled with fabulous, ved-ucational guests, and plenty of jazzy-licious, plant-based recipes. (Check local listings).

Jessica Kellner is the editor-in-chief of Mother Earth Living, a national natural wellness magazine whose mission is to help readers improve their lives by living in closer connection with nature—from eating whole foods and growing useful gardens to reducing chemical toxins in the home and decorating with the cycles of the season. Jessica is author of Housing Reclaimed: Sustainable Homes for Next to Nothing, a book of case studies profiling people around the nation who have built homes using reclaimed materials, with no construction or mortgage loans.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Leinana Two Moons, who is the author of the blog Vegan Good Things to talk about her awesome cookbook, Baconish!

Laura Theodore’s books, DVDs and CDs make the perfect compassionate, delicious and healthy addition to your collection! Signed copies of Laura's new cookbook: Laura Theodore’s VEGAN-EASE are now available at Jazzyvegetarian.com or AMAZON.com.

Jazzy Vegetarian SEASON FIVE, starring Laura Theodore, airs every Wednesday and Sunday on the CREATE Network! The TASTE award-winning season is filled with fabulous, “ved-ucational” guests, and plenty of jazzy-licious, plant-based recipes. (Check local listings for time slot in your area).

Leinana Two Moons is the author of the blog Vegan Good Things. Her writing and photography have appeared in LAIKA and VegNews magazines. A longtime vegan, she is dedicated to creating recipes that are satisfying enough to please anyone, vegan, vegetarian, flexitarian, or hardcore carnivore alike. She is active in the New York City vegan community and lives in Long Island City, New York, with her husband and two children, who are all vegan. Baconish is her first cookbook.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Lani Muelrath, M.A. who is author of The Plant-Based Journey: A Step-by-Step Guide to Transitioning to A Healthy Lifestyle and Achieving Your Ideal Weight. Plus, New York City based vegan Chef  Jay Astafa will share tantalizing ideas for vegan dishes.

Laura Theodore’s books, DVDs and CDs make the perfect compassionate, delicious and healthy gift! Signed copies of Laura's new cookbook: Laura Theodore’s VEGAN-EASE are now available at Jazzyvegetarian.com. Jazzy Vegetarian SEASON FIVE, starring Laura Theodore, airs every Wednesday and Sunday on the CREATE Network! (Check local listings).

Lani Muelrath, M.A., an award-winning teacher, author, and speaker well known for her expertise in plant-based, active, mindful living—is the author of The Plant-Based Journey: A Step-by-Step Guide to Transitioning to A Healthy Lifestyle and Achieving Your Ideal Weight, already in its second printing and featured in VegNews Magazine as Top Media Pick for 2015. Jay Astafa stumbled upon veganism as a teen, after witnessing the horrors of factory farming conveyed via an undercover investigation conducted by People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA). Jay Astafa Catering services clients from New York to Miami, baby showers to Bar Mitzvahs, weddings to movie sets, nonprofits to music moguls.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Rose Weitzner, MD, who is the managing director of the VEGAN TRADE COUNCIL, the trade association for the vegan industry.

Laura Theodore’s books, DVDs and CDs make the perfect compassionate, delicious, and healthy additon to your collection. Signed copies of Laura's new cookbook: Laura Theodore’s VEGAN-EASE are now available at Jazzyvegetarian.com or AMAZON.com.

Jazzy Vegetarian SEASON FIVE, starring Laura Theodore, airs every Wednesday and Sunday on the CREATE Network! The TASTE award-winning season is filled with fabulous, “ved-ucational” guests, and plenty of jazzy-licious, plant-based recipes. (Check local listings for time slot in your area).

Rose Weitzner, MD, is the managing director of the VEGAN TRADE COUNCIL, the trade association for the vegan industry, which is comprised of vegan businesses and service providers, companies that market de facto vegan products, and businesses that include vegan goods in their product lines. Rose is an anesthesiologist who left medicine to pursue other dreams and she has experience in marketing and running the day-to-day operations of an internet start-up Her interest in medicine has returned as a Lifestyle Medicine proponent with an interest in vegan nutrition.

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Today Laura Theodore welcomes Rich Roll to talk about his book “The Plantpower Way.” Plus, Jen Kaden and Rebecca Szanyichat about the Cleveland VegFest, May 7th 2016!

BIG news! Jazzy Vegetarian SEASON FIVE, starring Laura Theodore, premieres MAY 4th, 2016 on the CREATE Network! Laura will be speaking at the Cleveland VegFest on May 7th, 2016, at 10AM and signing books after the event! Twitter: #CLEVegFest or Online: clevelandvegansociety.org

Jen Kaden is one of the founding board members of the Cleveland Vegan Society, which hosts the Cleveland VegFest, and now serves as the organization's Speakers Chair.  She also serves as president of the Cleveland Animal Rights Alliance.  Jen has been vegan for 12 years and is a dedicated advocate for peace and nonviolence towards all beings.

Rebecca Szanyi's life-long passion for food led her to study pastry arts at Johnston and Whales. Rebecca then returned to her hometown of Cleveland to open Vegan Sweet Tooth in the summer of 2010.  Vegan Sweet Tooth is an all-vegan bakery which offers fresh baked sweets and desserts and uses local, seasonal and organic products.  

RICH ROLL was awarded the title as one of 2009’s “25 Fittest Men in the World” by MEN’S FITNESS MAGAZINE, Rich is one of the worlds most popular world-class ultra-endurance triathletes, a widely regarded plant-based nutrition & wellness advocate, writer, public speaker, podcast host, husband and father of 4.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes the internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health, Dr. Pam Popper to talk about how to Lose the Weight and Keep it Off!

Laura Theodore’s books, DVDs and CDs make the perfect compassionate, delicious and healthy gift! Signed copies of Laura's new cookbook: Laura Theodore’s VEGAN-EASE are now available at Jazzyvegetarian.com or AMAZON.com.

Laura will be speaking at the Cleveland VegFest on May 7th, 2016, at 10AM and signing books after the event! Hope to see you there! More information at clevelandvegansociety.org

Dr. Pam Popper is a naturopath, an internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health the Founder and Executive Director of The Wellness Forum. Dr. Popper is the author of the popular and riveting book Food Over Medicine and she is part of Dr. T. Colin Campbell’s teaching team at eCornell. Learn more: www.wellnessforum.com

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Garth Davis, M.D., who is the medical director of the Davis Clinic at the Methodist Hospital in Houston, Texas, and starred on the hit TLC show Big Medicine. We’ll hear about his book - Proteinaholic: How Our Obsession With Meat Is Killing Us and What We Can Do About It (HarperOne; October 6, 2015).

Laura Theodore’s books, DVDs and CDs make perfect delicious and healthy additions to your collection! Signed copies of Laura's new cookbook: Laura Theodore’s VEGAN-EASE are now available at Jazzyvegetarian.com and Vegan-Ease.com. Or purchase Laura’s books and CDs at: AMAZON.com. Laura will be speaking at the Cleveland VegFest on May 7th, 2016, at 10AM and signing books after the event! Hope to see you there! More information at clevelandvegansociety.org

Garth Davis, M.D., is the medical director of the Davis Clinic at the Methodist Hospital in Houston, Texas, and starred on the hit TLC show Big Medicine. He is certified by the American Board of Surgery and is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and a Fellow of the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery. Recently named a “Super Doc” by Texas Monthly, he has been featured in The Houston Chronicle and other outlets.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Luca Paris who is the Executive Chef and owner of Luca’s Mediterranean Café, a fine dining restaurant, The Market at Luca’s, offering light bistro style fare, and gourmet take out, and Luca’s Culinary Journey Catering in Keene, New Hampshire to talk about Spring Dishes Made Vegan!

Signed copies of Laura's new cookbook: Laura Theodore’s VEGAN-EASE are available at Jazzyvegetarian.com and Vegan-Ease.com. Or purchase Laura’s books and CDs at: AMAZON.com. Laura will be speaking at the Cleveland VegFest on May 7th, 2016, at 10AM and signing books after the event! Hope to see you there! More information at clevelandvegansociety.org

Luca Paris is the Executive Chef and owner of Luca’s Mediterranean Café, The Market at Luca’s, and Luca’s Culinary Journey Catering in Keene, New Hampshire, He is recipient of “Best Mediterranean Restaurant”, “Best Fine Dining Restaurant”, “Best Caterer in New Hampshire”, and “Best Restaurant in the Monadnock Region” from New Hampshire Magazine. In January 2014, Luca was voted New Hampshire Chef of the Year by the NH Lodging and Restaurant Association. Luca has his own weekly talk radio show, “What’s Cooking with Luca Paris” and has been a featured chef in the national culinary magazine Culinary Trends.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Megan Cain, The Creative Vegetable Gardener, to talk about Gardening for Spring! We’ll share spring recipes too!

Laura Theodore’s books, DVDs and CDs make perfect delicious and healthy additions to your collection! Signed copies of Laura's new cookbook: Laura Theodore’s VEGAN-EASE are now available at Jazzyvegetarian.com and Vegan-Ease.com. Or purchase Laura’s books and CDs at: AMAZON.com.

Laura will be speaking at the Cleveland VegFest on May 7th, 2016, at 10AM and signing books after the event! Hope to see you there! More information at clevelandvegansociety.org

Megan Cain is setting out to create a legion of gardening addicts that successfully and passionately grow their own food. Through her gardening education business, The Creative Vegetable Gardener, she helps people get more out of their gardens by first mastering the essentials and then indulging in colorful details that make gardening not just a favorite pastime, but a lifestyle.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes the internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health, Dr. Pam Popper to talk about Hypertension, Diet and Drugs!

Laura Theodore’s books, DVDs and CDs make the perfect compassionate, delicious and healthy gift! Signed copies of Laura's new cookbook: Laura Theodore’s VEGAN-EASE are now available at Jazzyvegetarian.com and Vegan-Ease.com. Or purchase Laura’s books and CDs at: AMAZON.com.

Dr. Pam Popper is a naturopath, an internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health the Founder and Executive Director of The Wellness Forum. Dr. Popper is the author of the popular and riveting book Food Over Medicine and she is part of Dr. T. Colin Campbell’s teaching team at eCornell. Learn more: www.wellnessforum.com

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes the editor-in-chief of Mother Earth Living, Jessica Kellner! We’ll hear to hear about the health and flavor benefits of home gardening!

Laura Theodore’s books, DVDs and CDs make the perfect compassionate, delicious and healthy gift! Signed copies of Laura's new cookbook: Laura Theodore’s VEGAN-EASE are now available at Jazzyvegetarian.com and Vegan-Ease.com. Or purchase Laura’s books and CDs at: AMAZON.com.

Jessica Kellner is the editor-in-chief of Mother Earth Living, a national natural wellness magazine whose mission is to help readers improve their lives by living in closer connection with nature—from eating whole foods and growing useful gardens to reducing chemical toxins in the home and decorating with the cycles of the season. Jessica is author of Housing Reclaimed: Sustainable Homes for Next to Nothing, a book of case studies profiling people around the nation who have built homes using reclaimed materials, with no construction or mortgage loans.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian celebrates Valentine’s Day and Vegan Cuisine Month as she welcomes the Vice President of the American Vegan Society, Anne Dinshah. We will be talking about tasty recipes and Vegan Cuisine Month!

Laura Theodore’s books, DVDs and CDs make the perfect compassionate and delicious path to a healthier you! Signed copies of Laura's new cookbook: Laura Theodore’s VEGAN-EASE are now available at Jazzyvegetarian.com. Or purchase copies of Laura’s books and CDs at: AMAZON.com

Anne Dinshah has authored (and coauthored) five books, including Dating Vegans and Apples, Bean Dip, and Carrot Cake: Kids! Teach Yourself to Cook. Her new book is Powerful Vegan Messages, which she coauthored with her late father, H. Jay Dinshah, who is widely considered the father of the modern vegan movement in the U.S. Often described as "vegan royalty," Anne seems to be "the girl next door." Anne is a professional rowing coach and she is vice president of American Vegan Society. To learn more, visit: AmericanVegan.org

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes welcome the internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health, Dr. Pam Popper to talk about Caffeine and the Healthy Diet! Plus, my spectacular Vegan Super Bowl Menu! And learn about our spectacular Vegan Cuisine Month giveaway!

Laura Theodore’s books, DVDs and CDs make the perfect compassionate and delicious start to a healthier you! Signed copies of Laura's new cookbook: Laura Theodore’s VEGAN-EASE - now available at Jazzyvegetarian.com and Vegan-Ease.com Or purchase copies of Laura’s books and CDs on Amazon! 

Dr. Pam Popper is a naturopath, an internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health the Founder and Executive Director of The Wellness Forum. Dr. Popper is the author of the popular and riveting book Food Over Medicine and she is part of Dr. T. Colin Campbell’s teaching team at eCornell. Learn more: www.wellnessforum.com

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Deborah Emin, publisher of Sullivan Street Press, to talk about achieving goals for a healthier, plant-based new year. Laura Theodore’s books, DVDs and CDs make the perfect start to a healthier new year! Signed copies, now ON SALE (through January 31st) at Jazzyvegetarian.com. 

Deborah Emin is the publisher of Sullivan Street Press, and a writer of the Scags Series. She began the press to protect her own intellectual property and this initial motivation has grown into a full-blown commitment to publish the books that tell the stories this world needs to hear. In her other endeavors, besides writing and publishing, she is an avid traveler where she spreads the word about what the press is doing and how she finds new authors whose stories she would like to share with the world.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian shares delicious tips and recipes for the New Year! Then, the RockStar Vegan, Laura Cheadle, will join us to share about her travels and fabulous vegan foods in Italy! 

Laura Theodore’s books, DVDs and CDs make the perfect compassionate and delicious start to a healthier new year! Signed copies of Laura's new cookbook: Laura Theodore’s VEGAN-EASE - now available at Jazzyvegetarian.com. Or purchase copies of Laura’s books and CDs at:  Amazon.com

Laura Cheadle, the Rockstar Vegan, lives the hectic, busy life of a popular musician, and is not able to spend much time in her kitchen, but she finds ways to maintain her vegan diet, and is eager to share her ideas with us, along with songs and clips from her award-winning, rockin’ recordings. Laura has five successful albums out and she has opened for The Jonas Brothers, Spin Doctors, Garland Jeffreys, John Oates/Hall and Oates, and Average White Band among others.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes the internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health, Dr. Pam Popper to talk about The Health-Promoting Food Pyramid, for a healthier 2016!

Laura Theodore’s books, DVDs and CDs make the perfect compassionate and delicious start to a healthier new year! Signed copies of Laura's new cookbook: Laura Theodore’s VEGAN-EASE - now available at Jazzyvegetarian.com. Or purchase copies of Laura’s books and CDs at: Amazon.com

Dr. Pam Popper is a naturopath, an internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health the Founder and Executive Director of The Wellness Forum. Dr. Popper is the author of the popular and riveting book Food Over Medicine and she is part of Dr. T. Colin Campbell’s teaching team at eCornell. Learn more: www.wellnessforum.com

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Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes NYC vegan fashion designer, Lois Eastlund and Image Consultant, Adrienne Borgersen to share their knowledge of fashion and beauty, while advocating for animals and supporting quality, cruelty free, vegan brands, by creating and co-editing the online magazine, LA Fashionista Compassionista. Subscriptions are free at www.lafcnyc.com! The Winter/Holiday issue is out now, featuring Laura Theodore on the cover! Lois Eastlund is a NYC vegan fashion designer, with a degree in fashion design from NYC’s Fashion Institute of Technology. She designs menswear, womenswear, junior sportswear and tween clothing. Lois and her designs have appeared in The New York Times, Women’s Wear Daily, New York Magazine, Seventeen Magazine, The Village Voice, Sportswear International, Business Insider and Chic Vegan. CBS News This Morning, Toni On! and WPIX News can be counted among her TV spots. www.loiseastlund.com In 2008, Adrienne Borgersen left her 25-year career in the music industry, to start “It Factor Image Consulting.” Along with extensive experience in the imaging of recording artists at major record labels, she is a certified Image Consultant by NYC’s Fashion Institute of Technology. She guides those who are transitioning to a vegan lifestyle, by showing them the many fabulous alternatives to leather, wool, fur and silk, making an equal, if not greater impact on their style and their lives…not to mention the animals and the planet! Adrienne is certified as a vegan lifestyle coach and educator (VLCE) by Victoria Moran’s Main Street Vegan Academy. www.itfactorimage.nyc

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Pastry chef and cookbook author, Fran Costigan, to share Chocolate desserts for the holidays from her new book, Vegan Chocolate Dessert: Unapologetically Luscious and Decadent Dairy-Free Desserts. Then Rockstar Vegan, Laura Cheadle joins us with her best holiday tips!

Speaking of the holidays! Laura Theodore’s books, DVDs and CDs make perfect gifts for the holidays! Holiday savings are now available at www.vegan-ease.com, www.jazzyvegetarian.com or AMAZON!

Pastry chef, culinary instructor and cookbook author, Fran Costigan is internationally renowned as the authority on vegan desserts. Her lively classes include the Costigan Vegan Baking Boot Camp Intensive®. Fran’s latest book is, Vegan Chocolate Desserts. She is an advisory board member of the New York Coalition for Healthy School Foods, Vegan Trade Council and Main Street Vegan Academy. Visit: www.francostigan.com.

Laura Cheadle, the Rockstar Vegan, lives the hectic, busy life of a popular musician, and is eager to share her ideas with us, along with songs and clips from her award-winning, rockin’ recordings. Laura has five successful albums out and she has opened for The Jonas Brothers, Spin Doctors, Garland Jeffreys, John Oates/Hall and Oates, and Average White Band among others.

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Today Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes the internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health, Dr. Pam Popper to talk about prostate health. Then Laura chats with Lisa Davis who shares “Beauty Bites” for the holidays!

Laura Theodore's books, DVDs and CDs make perfect gifts for the holidays! Signed copies of Laura's new cookbook: Laura Theodore’s VEGAN-EASE are now available at Jazzyvegetarian.com.

Dr. Pam Popper is a naturopath, an internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health the Founder and Executive Director of The Wellness Forum. Dr. Popper is the author of the popular and riveting new book Food Over Medicine and she part of Dr. T. Colin Campbell’s teaching team at eCornell. Learn more: www.wellnessforum.com

With a Master’s Degree in Public Health and nearly two decades of broadcast experience, Lisa Davis is an expert personality with a quick wit and relatable approach that have earned her comparisons to Ellen Degeneres. Lisa is the creator, host, and producer of It’s Your Health radio heard on NPR and she is co-host of Naturally Savvy Radio, heard on RadioMD, iHeart Radio Talk, TuneIn,, iTunes, UberRadio, and others.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian will share fabulous vegan Thanksgiving recipes! We'll welcome YummyPlants.com founder, Rebecca Gilbert, author of It's Easy to Start Eating Vegan! Yummy Plants 101, to share how you can easily entertain in plant-based style this Thanksgiving! 

Looking for the perfect holiday gift? Autographed copies of Laura's CDs and DVDs make excellent gifts! 

Rebecca is a former competitive figure skater whose switch to a vegan diet healed her chronic joint pain. She founded the Yummy Plants vegan community to help provide support for people transitioning to a vegan diet and she is known for her talk: The Yummy Plants 101: Easy Transition Tips to a Vegan Diet.

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Today award-winning television host, popular plant-based cookbook author, and vegan chef Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Robin Robertson, who is a vegan chef and award-winning cookbook author! Robin's new book is calledCook the Pantry. We’ll talk about vegan Pantry-to-Plate recipes made in less than 20 minutes!

Be sure to order your copy of Laura Theodore’s newest cookbook, Laura Theodore’s VEGAN-EASE ! Signed copies now available at vegan-ease.com! Or buy the cookbook – now  for sale on  AMAZON!

Robin Robertson is a vegan chef and award-winning cookbook author whose culinary experience spans nearly thirty years. She has been a chef, caterer, cooking teacher, and food columnist. Her cookbooks include the best-selling Vegan Planet, Quick-Fix Vegan, Fresh from the Vegan Slow Cooker, Vegan on the Cheap, 1,000 Vegan recipes, and Vegan Fire & Spice, and the new book Cook the Pantry. Robin blogs at www.RobinRobertson.com.

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Today award-winning television host, popular plant-based cookbook author and vegan chef Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Zsu Dever who is author of Vegan Bowls - to share fabulous recipes to be served in a bowl!

Be sure to order your copy of Laura Theodore’s newest cookbook, Laura Theodore’s VEGAN-EASE ! Signed copies now available to purchase at vegan-ease.com, Or buy the cookbook – now  for sale on  AMAZON!

Zsu Dever is the author of Vegan Bowls and Everyday Vegan Eats. Hailing from a long line of culinary professionals and restaurateurs, she has been involved in the restaurant business most of her life. She is passionate about teaching new vegans and vegetarians how to succeed with their plant-based lifestyle and sharing the recipes that keep her family happy. She is the mother of three and resides in San Diego, California. Learn more at her blog zsusveganpantry.com.

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Today award-winning television host, popular plant-based cookbook author and vegan chef Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Dianne Wenz, who is a Certified Holistic Health Coach, to share fabulous Halloween recipes and party tips! Then the Rockstar Vegan Laura Cheadle joins us to share her favorite foods for Halloween celebrating!

Be sure to order your copy of Laura Theodore’s newest cookbook, Laura Theodore’s VEGAN-EASE ! Signed copies now available at vegan-ease.com! Or the cookbook is now for sale on AMAZON!

Dianne Wenz, of Diannes Vegan Kitchen and Chic Vegan, is a Certified Holistic Health Coach, Vegan Lifestyle Coach, Plant-Based Nutrition Specialist, and Plant-Based Chef. She is passionate about helping others improve their health and wellbeing. Dianne coaches people from across the country to help them improve their health and wellbeing, and she helps people make the dietary and lifestyle changes needed to go vegan. Dianne runs the busy MeetUp group Montclair Vegans, and she is also editor-in-chief for ChicVegan.com, a website where compassionate fashionistas and vegan vixens meet up to discuss how they can make the world a better place for people and animals alike. Her articles and recipes have appeared on websites such as VeganCuts.com, Main Street Vegan.com and VegKitchen.com, and in Chickpea Magazine and T.O.F.U. Magazine.

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Today award-winning television host, popular plant-based cookbook author and vegan chef Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Richa Hingle, author of Vegan Richa’s Indian Kitchen. Richa is the award-winning recipe developer, blog­ger, and photographer behind VeganRicha.com. We’ll talk about flavorful and fabulous tips and recipes! Then the Rock Star Vegan, Laura Cheadle joins us to share her favorite foods for fall!

Richa Hingle is author of Vegan Richa’s Indian Kitchen. She is an award winning recipe developer, blog­ger, and photographer behind VeganRicha.com. She has a growing community of ardent followers who love making her recipes and shar­ing them with family and friends. She loves to show people how easy it is to cook vegan Indian or other cuisines. Richa has been featured on Oprah.com, Huffington Post, Glamour, Babble, VegNews.com, Rediff.com (top 30 Indian food blogs), TheKitchn, Cosmopolitan, BuzzFeed, and many more.

Laura Cheadle, the Rockstar Vegan, lives the hectic, busy life of a popular musician, and is not able to spend much time in her kitchen, but she finds ways to maintain her vegan diet, and is eager to share her ideas with us, along with songs and clips from her award-winning, rockin’ recordings. Laura has five successful albums out and she has opened for The Jonas Brothers, Spin Doctors, Garland Jeffreys, John Oates/Hall and Oates, and Average White Band among others.

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Today award-winning television host, popular plant-based cookbook author and vegan chef Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes the Simple Daily Recipes founder, Jill McKeever to talk about Instant Pressure Cooking. Laura Theodore’s newest cookbook, Laura Theodore’s VEGAN-EASE is now available on AMAZON!

Jill McKeever teaches how to create family-pleasing, plant-based meals on her hilarious YouTube channel, Simple Daily Recipes.  After watching the life-changing documentary, Forks Over Knives, McKeever decided she didn’t want to grow old with poor health and living on prescription medications, so she adopted a whole foods, plant-based diet, dropped 30 pounds and gained energy. For the past year, Jill has been focused on pressure cooking healthy meals with her favorite appliance, the Instant Pot®. She’s driven to turn any stove-top meal into an Instant Pot® meal. This summer, she wrote the first plant-based Instant Pot cookbook called, O M Gee Good! Instant Pot® Meals, Plant-Based & Oil-Free. Available as a downloadable PDF on her website, SimpleDailyRecipes.com, and coming soon in print on Amazon. Direct Link to her PDF book: http://simple-daily-recipes.myshopify.com

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Dr. Janice Stanger, author of the book: The Perfect Formula Diet, to hear about the facts about animal foods. 

Signed copies of Laura's new cookbook: Laura Theodore’s VEGAN-EASE and the Best of Jazzy Vegetarian DVD are now available at Jazzyvegetarian.com. Jazzy Vegetarian on public television is back for a fifth season, featuring QUICK  and EASY meals. From Sunday Brunch to a Garden-Fresh Dinner, “Taste” award-winning host Laura Theodore—with help from celebrity guests like Lidia Bastianich, Julieanna Hever and Rickey Medlocke—shows viewers how to cook healthy, delicious vegan food for family and friends (check local listings). 

Dr. Stanger has a Ph.D. in Human Development and Aging from University of California, and she is Certified in Plant-Based Nutrition through the T. Colin Campbell Foundation and eCornell University. She holds a M.B.A from the University of California, Berkeley and is author of Vegan From the Inside, the first-of-its kind survey of the experience of being on a plant-based diet. Dr. Stanger spent 14 years critically analyzing scientific findings until perfecting the formula she shares with us in her new book.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes the internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health, Dr. Pam Popper to talk about Diet and Cancer Prevention. 

Signed copies of Laura's new cookbook: Laura Theodore’s VEGAN-EASE and the Best of Jazzy Vegetarian DVD are now available at Jazzyvegetarian.com. Jazzy Vegetarian on public television is back for a fifth season, featuring QUICK  and EASY meals. From Sunday Brunch to a Garden-Fresh Dinner, “Taste” award-winning host Laura Theodore—with help from celebrity guests like Lidia Bastianich, Julieanna Hever and Rickey Medlocke—shows viewers how to cook healthy, delicious vegan food for family and friends (check local listings). Join Laura from October 3rd to October 10th on the 2015Jim Brickman Soothe Cruise - It’s a week of relaxation, fantastic people, new experiences, and vegan menu aboard the Norwegian Gem! 

Dr. Pam Popper is a naturopath, an internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health the Founder and Executive Director of The Wellness Forum. Dr. Popper is the author of the popular and riveting new book Food Over Medicine and she part of Dr. T. Colin Campbell’s teaching team at eCornell. Learn more: www.wellnessforum.com

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Today Laura Theodore the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Amy-Lee Goodman, co-author of The Meaty Truth. We will discuss why going vegan is good for you, good for the earth and good for the animals. Later in the show we’ll chat with Laura Cheadle, the Rockstar Vegan.

Now available for pre-order on Jazzyvegetarian.com - Signed copies of Laura Theodore’s new cookbook, Laura Theodore’s VEGAN-EASE!Jazzy Vegetarian on public television is back for a fifth season, featuring QUICK and EASY meals. (check local listings).

Amy-Lee Goodman is co-author of The Meaty Truth and Rethink Food: 100+Doctors Can't Be Wrong. Amy-Lee Goodman is a Wellesley College graduate and co-founded the plant-based food company Zibble Inc. that partners with non-profits to frost a better future. 

Laura Cheadle, the Rockstar Vegan, lives the hectic, busy life of a popular musician, and is not able to spend much time in her kitchen, but she finds ways to maintain her vegan diet, and is eager to share her ideas with us, along with songs and clips from her award-winning, rockin’ recordings. Laura has five successful albums out and she has opened for The Jonas Brothers, Spin Doctors, Garland Jeffreys, John Oates/Hall and Oates, and Average White Band among others.

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Today Laura Theodore the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes the internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health, Dr. Pam Popper to talk about Alcohol and the Healthy Diet.

Signed copies of Laura's new cookbook: Laura Theodore’s VEGAN-EASE  are now available at Jazzyvegetarian.com. Jazzy Vegetarian on public television is back for a fifth season, featuring QUICK  and EASY meals. From Sunday Brunch to a Garden-Fresh Dinner, “Taste” award-winning host Laura Theodore—with help from celebrity guests like Lidia Bastianich, Julieanna Hever and Rickey Medlocke—shows viewers how to cook healthy, delicious vegan food for family and friends (check local listings). Join Laura from October 3rd to October 10th on the 2015Jim Brickman Soothe Cruise - It’s a week of relaxation, fantastic people, new experiences, a full vegan menu and of course beautiful music when you join us aboard the Norwegian Gem!

Dr. Pam Popper is a naturopath, an internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health the Founder and Executive Director of The Wellness Forum. Dr. Popper is the author of the popular and riveting new book Food Over Medicine and she part of Dr. T. Colin Campbell’s teaching team at eCornell. Learn more: www.wellnessforum.com

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Today Laura Theodore the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Victoria Moran to share about her incredible new book The Good Karma Diet.

Signed copies of the new cookbook - Laura Theodore's Vegan-Ease are now available for pre-order at Jazzyvegetarian.com. Jazzy Vegetarian on public television is back for a fifth season, featuring QUICK and EASY meals. From Sunday Brunch to a Garden-Fresh Dinner, “Taste” award-winning host Laura Theodore—with help from celebrity guests like Lidia Bastianich, Julieanna Hever and Rickey Medlocke—shows viewers how to cook healthy, delicious vegan food for family and friends (check local listings). Join Laura from October 3rd to October 10th on the 2015  Jim Brickman Soothe Cruise

Victoria Moran is a vegan of three decades and an obesity survivor. Listed by VegNews magazine among the Top 10 Living Vegetarian Authors, Victoria has written twelve books, including Main Street Vegan, Creating a Charmed Life, and her brand new work, The Good Karma Diet. Her fans range from Michael Moore to Ellen Degeneres, and she was featured twice on Oprah. Moran hosts of the weekly Main Street Vegan podcast, and directs Main Street Vegan Academy, an in-person program in NYC to train vegan lifestyle coaches.

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Today Laura Theodore the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes the internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health, Dr. Pam Popper to talk about the pros and cons of vitamin supplements. Later in the show we’ll chat with Laura Cheadle the Rockstar Vegan. 

Signed copies of Laura Theodore's Cookbooks and Jazzy Vegetarian DVD are available at Jazzyvegetarian.com. Premiering today - July 1, 2015: Jazzy Vegetarian on public television is back for a fifth season, featuring QUICK and EASY meals. Laura Theodore shows viewers how to cook healthy, delicious vegan food for family and friends. 

Dr. Pam Popper is a naturopath, an internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health the Founder and Executive Director of The Wellness Forum. Dr. Popper is the author of the popular and riveting new book Food Over Medicine and she part of Dr. T. Colin Campbell’s teaching team at eCornell. Learn more: www.wellnessforum.com.

Laura Cheadle, the Rockstar Vegan lives the hectic, busy life of a popular musician, and is not able to spend much time in her kitchen, but she finds ways to maintain her vegan diet, and is eager to share her ideas with us, along with songs and clips from her award-winning, rockin’ recordings. Laura has five successful albums out and she has opened for The Jonas Brothers, Spin Doctors, Garland Jeffreys, John Oates/Hall and Oates, and Average White Band among others.

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Today Laura Theodore the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Wilbert Sostre to talk about Jazzin Magazine-Puerto Rico Jazz Guide and Jazz and Bossa Radio!

Signed copies of Laura's Cookbooks and the Best of Jazzy Vegetarian DVD are now available at Jazzyvegetarian.com. Premiering July 1, 2015: Jazzy Vegetarian on public television is back for a fifth season, featuring QUICK and EASY meals. From Sunday Brunch to a Garden-Fresh Dinner, “Taste” award-winning host Laura Theodore—with help from celebrity guests like Lidia Bastianich, Julieanna Hever and Rickey Medlocke—shows viewers how to cook healthy, delicious vegan food for family and friends (check local listings).

Wilbert Sostre Maldonado is a professional member of the Jazz Journalists Association and he studied music and guitar at the University of Puerto Rico and the Music Conservatory of Puerto Rico. Wilbert has been a journalist for jazzreview.com and All About Jazz and he presently writes concert and festival reviews for Jazz Times. He is owner of Jazz and Bossa Radio (www.jazzandbossaradio.com) and he is founder and editor of Jazzin’ Puerto Rico Jazz Guide.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian, rocks out with tips and music for a fabulous vegan Father's Day celebration with guest, Rebecca Gilbert. Laura Cheadle, Rockstar Vegan shares music and tips for Father's Day and Micheal Castaldo will join us to share his new single. 

Premiering July 1, 2015: Jazzy Vegetarian on public television is back for a fifth season, featuring QUICK, EASY meals. From Sunday Brunch to a Garden-Fresh Dinner, TASTE award-winning host Laura Theodore—with help from celebrity guests like Lidia Bastianich and Rickey Medlocke—shows how to cook healthy, delicious vegan food.

Rebecca Gilbert is a former competitive figure skater whose switch to a vegan diet healed her chronic joint pain. She is the founder of yummyplants.com and author of It's Easy to Start Eating Vegan! Yummy Plants 101. Rebecca has been a speaker at Vegfest events including the NYC Vegetarian Food Festival, Vegetarian Summerfest, and Paris Vegan Day.

Laura Cheadle, the Rockstar vegan lives the hectic, busy life of a popular musician, and is not able to spend much time in her kitchen, but she finds ways to maintain her vegan diet, and is eager to share her ideas with us, along with songs and clips from her award-winning, rockin’ recordings. 

Award-winning Italian tenor, songwriter, and producer, Michéal Castaldo has entertained more than 500,000 people across the USA, Canada, and Europe.

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Today Laura Theodore the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes the internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health, Dr. Pam Popper to talk about Diet and Infertility.

Signed copies of Laura's Cookbooks and the Best of Jazzy Vegetarian DVD are now available at Jazzyvegetarian.com. Premiering July 1, 2015: Jazzy Vegetarian on public television is back for a fifth season, featuring QUICK  and EASY meals. From Sunday Brunch to a Garden-Fresh Dinner, “Taste” award-winning host Laura Theodore—with help from celebrity guests like Lidia Bastianich, Julieanna Hever and Rickey Medlocke—shows viewers how to cook healthy, delicious vegan food for family and friends (check local listings). Join Laura from October 3rd to October 10th on the 2015Jim Brickman Soothe Cruise - It’s a week of relaxation, fantastic people, new experiences, a full vegan menu and of course beautiful music when you join us aboard the Norwegian Gem!

Dr. Pam Popper is a naturopath, an internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health the Founder and Executive Director of The Wellness Forum. Dr. Popper is the author of the popular and riveting new book Food Over Medicine and she part of Dr. T. Colin Campbell’s teaching team at eCornell. Learn

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Today award-winning television host, popular plant-based cookbook author and vegan chef Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Anunrefined Vegan, Ann Oliverio to discuss her new book - CRAVE EAT HEAL and announce the winners of our GIVEAWAY! Signed copies of Laura Theodore’s cookbooks and the Best of Jazzy Vegetarian DVD are available at jazzyvegetarian.com. Jazzy Vegetarian on Public television continues to air nationally – check local listings for airings in your area.  

Ann Oliverio created Unrefined Vegan.com to share her passion for eating as healthfully as possible while also eating as deliciously as possible; without the consumption or use of animal products. She lives in blissful satellite- and cable-free isolation with her husband, Kel, and their only son, Ike (part dachshund, part Labrador). Annie's first vegan cookbook, Crave Eat Heal: Plant-based, Whole Food Recipes to Satisfy Every Appetite was published in April 2015. A companion e-book, Crave.Eat.Heal.Outtakes. is also available via blurb.com and iBooks.

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Today award-winning television host, popular plant-based cookbook author and vegan chef Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes the internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health, Dr. Pam Popper to discuss GMOs – What Are They Doing to Our Food?

Signed copies of Laura Theodore’s Jazzy Vegetarian Classics: Vegan Twists on American Family Favorites, and  Jazzy Vegetarian, Lively Vegan Cuisine That’s Easy and Delicious, and the Best of Jazzy Vegetarian DVD are available at jazzyvegetarian.com. Jazzy Vegetarian on Public television continues to air nationally – check local listings for airings in your area.

Dr. Pam Popper is a naturopath, an internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health the Founder and Executive Director of The Wellness Forum. Dr. Popper is the author of the popular and riveting new book Food Over Medicine and she part of Dr. T. Colin Campbell’s teaching team at eCornell. Learn more: www.wellnessforum.com

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Today Laura Theodore the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Glen Merzer who is an author, playwright, and screenwriter - to discuss his recent novel, Off the Reservation - a comic narrative about a quirky vegan congressman who undertakes an unconventional quest for the presidency; actor Jason Alexander called it “as politically savvy and poetically literate a book as I have read in a long while…. a completely gorgeous and rewarding experience.” 

Signed copies of Laura Theodore’s Cookbooks and the Best of Jazzy Vegetarian DVD are available at jazzyvegetarian.com and Jazzy Vegetarian on Public television continues to air nationally – check local listings for airings in your area.

ABOUT GLEN MERZER:  Glen began his career in book-writing as co-author, with Howard Lyman, of Mad Cowboy (Scribner, 1998) and No More Bull! (Scribner, 2005).  Merzer is also co-author of Unprocessed (2011), by Chef AJ; Food over Medicine (BenBella Books, 2013), with Pam Popper; and Better Than Vegan (BenBella Books, 2013), with Chef Del Sroufe. Merzer has had dozens of productions of his plays staged throughout the country, including two productions that toured to the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C.  Three of his plays have been published by Samuel French. Merzer is currently at work on a children’s book and his next novel.

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Today Laura Theodore the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Rebecca Gilbert to celebrate EARTH DAY! We’ll talk about recipes, tips and ideas for making today and every day gentler on our earth, our bodies and and our animal friends.

Rebecca Gilbert is a former competitive figure skater whose switch to a vegan diet healed her chronic joint pain.  She is the founder of yummyplants.com and the author of It's Easy to Start Eating Vegan! Yummy Plants 101. Rebecca has been a featured speaker at Vegfest events including the NYC Vegetarian Food Festival, Vegetarian Summerfest, and Paris Vegan Day.

Signed copies of my Laura’s Cookbooks and the Best of Jazzy Vegetarian DVD are available at jazzyvegetarian.com and SEASON FOUR of Jazzy Vegetarian continues to air every Tuesday and Thursday on the CREATE NETWORK.

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Today Laura Theodore the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Karen Page and Andrew Dornenburg who are the two-time James Beard Award-winning co-authors of numerous bestselling books. We’ll hear about their latest book: THE VEGETARIAN FLAVOR BIBLE.

Karen Page and Andrew Dornenburg are the two-time James Beard Award-winning co-authors of numerous bestselling books, including THE FLAVOR BIBLE, WHAT TO DRINK WITH WHAT YOU EAT, CULINARY ARTISTRY, and BECOMING A CHEF.  For their latest book THE VEGETARIAN FLAVOR BIBLE, the married couple shook things up:  They switched to a plant-strong diet in May 2012, and Andrew took on the book's four-color photography while Karen handled the research and writing.  A graduate of Northwestern and Harvard, Karen earned a 2013 Certificate in Plant-Based Nutrition from Cornell in conjunction with the T. Colin Campbell Foundation.  Andrew is a former professional chef who studied with Madeleine Kamman at the School for American Chefs and cooked at top restaurants in New York City and Boston.  The couple lives in New York City, and their website is KarenAndAndrew.com.

Signed copies of Laura's Cookbooks and the Best of Jazzy Vegetarian DVD are now available at Jazzyvegetarian.com and SEASON FOUR of Jazzy Vegetarian continues to air every Tuesday and Thursday on the CREATE NETWORK.

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Today Laura Theodore the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes the internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health, Dr. Pam Popper to talk about Tips for Healthy Living while Traveling!

Signed copies of Laura's Cookbooks and the Best of Jazzy Vegetarian DVD are now available at Jazzyvegetarian.com. SEASON FOUR of Jazzy Vegetarian continues to air every Tuesday and Thursday on the CREATE NETWORK. In the New York Tri-State area, Season Four of Jazzy Vegetarian airs on WLIW–21, every Sunday at 2:30 PM!

Dr. Pam Popper is a naturopath, an internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health the Founder and Executive Director of The Wellness Forum. Dr. Popper is the author of the popular and riveting new book Food Over Medicine and she part of Dr. T. Colin Campbell’s teaching team at eCornell. Learn more: www.wellnessforum.com

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Today Laura Theodore the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Gene Baur who is co founder and president of Farm Sanctuary, America’s leading farm animal protection organization. Gene Baur has a new book, Living the Farm Sanctuary Life: The Ultimate Guide to Eating Mindfully, Living Longer, and Feeling Better Every Day, that will be released on April 7, 2015, and is currently available for preorder online.

Gene has been hailed as “the conscience of the food movement” by TIME magazine.  For 25 years he has traveled extensively, campaigning to raise awareness about the abuses of industrialized factory farming and our cheap food system.  His book, entitled Farm Sanctuary: Changing Hearts and Minds About Animals and Food, was published by Touchstone in March 2008 and has appeared on the Los Angeles Times and The Boston Globe best-seller lists. 

Signed copies of Laura's Cookbooks and the Best of Jazzy Vegetarian DVD are now available at Jazzyvegetarian.com and SEASON FOUR of Jazzy Vegetarian continues to air every Tuesday and Thursday on the CREATE NETWORK. In the New York Tri-State area, Season Four of Jazzy Vegetarian airs on WLIW–21, every Sunday at 2:30 PM! Missed Season One of Jazzy Vegetarian? Season One airs every Saturday on NJTV at 2:30PM.

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Today Laura Theodore the Jazzy Vegetarian shares tasty and easy raw recipes to brighten your spring menu! Laura welcomes Carl Solomon, Sales Director for LifeGrains.com to talk about raw food ideas.  

SEASON FOUR of Jazzy Vegetarian continues to air every Tuesday and Thursday on the CREATE NETWORK.

Carl Solomon is partner and Sales Director for LifeGrains.com, an online/direct to consumer start-up delivering the Sprout~ables line of raw and organic nut/seed trail mixes, raw grains, herbal teas and oils. Carl earned three Masters in education and spent years leading, supervising and innovating, the school districts with which he teamed. Carl turned to the restaurant world three years ago and completed a book co-authored book with Chef Marcus Guilliano, owner of the Hudson Valley’s Green Certified restaurant; Aroma Thyme Bistro.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Janice Stanger, Ph.D., author of the book: The Perfect Formula Diet: How to Lose Weight and Get Healthy Now With Six Kinds of Whole Foods. We’ll hear surprising information are which foods really are your friends and which are your enemies - and why. Dr. Stanger has a Ph.D. in Human Development and Aging from University of California, San Francisco and she is Certified in Plant-Based Nutrition through the T. Colin Campbell Foundation and eCornell University. She holds a M.B.A from University of California, Berkeley. She is author of Vegan From the Inside, the first-of-its kind survey of the experience of being on a plant-based diet. Dr. Stanger spent 14 years critically analyzing scientific findings until perfecting the formula she shares with us in her book, blog, and presentations. 

Signed copies of Laura's Cookbooks and the Best of Jazzy Vegetarian DVD are available - so handy for getting healthy recipes in your own home - any time of day! SEASON FOUR of Jazzy Vegetarian continues to air every Tuesday and Thursday on the CREATE NETWORK and in the New York Tri-State area, Season Four of Jazzy Vegetarian now airs on WLIW–21, every Sunday at 2:30 PM! Missed Season One of Jazzy Vegetarian? Season One airs every Saturday on NJTV at 2:30PM.

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Today Laura Theodore the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes the internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health, Dr. Pam Popper to talk about Is Aspirin Safe or Protective?

SEASON FOUR of Jazzy Vegetarian continues to air every Tuesday and Thursday on the CREATE NETWORK and now Season Four of Jazzy Vegetarian airs on WLIW - every Sunday at 2:30PM! Check local listings near you. Autographed copies of Laura Theodore’s cookbooks and the new “Best of Jazzy Vegetarian DVD” are now available at jazzyvegetarian.com. Dr. Pam Popper is a naturopath, an internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health the Founder and Executive Director of The Wellness Forum. Dr. Popper is the author of the popular and riveting new book Food Over Medicine and she part of Dr. T. Colin Campbell’s teaching team at eCornell. Learn more: www.wellnessforum.com

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Today Laura Theodore the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes singer-songwriter and vegan Laura Cheadle to chat about her music and easy recipes! SEASON FOUR of Jazzy Vegetarian continues to air every Tuesday and Thursday on the CREATE NETWORK and now Season Four of Jazzy Vegetarian airs on WLIW - every Sunday at 2:30PM! Check local listings near you. Autographed copies of Laura Theodore’s cookbooks and the new “Best of Jazzy Vegetarian DVD” are now available at jazzyvegetarian.com. Laura Cheadle has five successful albums out and she has opened for The Jonas Brothers, Spin Doctors, Garland Jeffreys, John Oates/Hall and Oates, and Average White Band among others. Cheadle has been featured on ABC and NBC 10. Her music has been featured on the Hit Radio Station 93.7. Because of her active charity work, Laura was named a "Super Woman of South Jersey" in South Jersey Magazine.

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Looking for the newest, yummiest packaged products on the vegan scene today? Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Rebecca Gilbert for a new monthly segment: Rebecca Gilbert Reports. This month, Rebecca will talk about and compare the best vegan cheeses in the marketplace! Rebecca Gilbert is a former competitive figure skater whose switch to a vegan diet healed her chronic joint pain. She is the founder of yummyplants.com and the author of It's Easy to Start Eating Vegan. Rebecca has been a featured speaker at Vegfest events including the NYC Vegetarian Food Festival, Vegetarian Summerfest, and Paris Vegan Day. SEASON FOUR of Jazzy Vegetarian airs every Tuesday and Thursday nationwide on the CREATE NETWORK! Cookbooks and DVDs, signed by Laura Theodore, are both available at www.jazzyvegetarian.com

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Today Laura Theodore the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Guitarist, Vegetarian, Yoga Instructor and founder of Divine Earth, Johannes Linstead to talk about and his new CD Midnight Rhumba and his tips on how to achieve wellness and harmony in 2015! From being named Canada’s “Guitarist of the Year,” to winning six “Best Album” awards, to four top-ten Billboard charting albums, and a JUNO nomination, Johannes Linstead has become recognized internationally as one of the best selling guitarists in the Instrumental, Jazz and World Music genres. Johannes’ songs have been used in some of the most popular TV shows, such as Californication with David Duchovny, The Following with Kevin Bacon, Burn Notice and Person of Interest. Johannes’ legendary concerts have set the stage on fire as they let loose a fiesta of Afro-Cuban percussion and Spanish guitar magic. A deeply spiritual person, Johannes is a certified yoga instructor and conducts yoga and music retreats when his touring schedule allows. In 2006 he founded Divine Earth a humanitarian organization promoting meditation, yoga, holistic living, and the healing power of music.

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Today Laura Theodore the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes the internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health, Dr. Pam Popper to talk about Ten Steps you can take for a Healthier New Year. SEASON FOUR of Jazzy Vegetarian continues to air every Tuesday and Thursday on the CREATE NETWORK and now Season Four of Jazzy Vegetarian airs on WLIW - every Sunday at 2:30PM! Check local listings near you. Autographed copies of Laura Theodore’s cookbooks and the new “Best of Jazzy Vegetarian DVD” are now available at jazzyvegetarian.com. Dr. Pam Popper is a naturopath, an internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health the Founder and Executive Director of The Wellness Forum. Dr. Popper is the author of the popular and riveting new book Food Over Medicine and she part of Dr. T. Colin Campbell’s teaching team at eCornell. Learn more: www.wellnessforum.com

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Today Laura Theodore the Jazzy Vegetarian celebrates Christmas with our second annual Jazzy Vegetarian Holiday Music Special! Over 50 minutes of holiday music featuring favorite seasonal tunes from popular musical guests that have appeared on this program. Silent Night by Micheal Castaldo, Away In A Manger by Joe Beck and Ali Ryerson,Christmas Time Is Here / O’ Christmas Tree by Jim Brickman featuring Sandi Patty, Cold Enough To Snow by Jamie Rocco, Santa Baby by Laura Cheadle, O Little Town of Bethlehem by Jim Brickman, Jingle Bells by Joe Beck and Ali Ryerson. Fa La La by Jim Brickman featuring Genevieve Bellemare,Angels We Have Heard on High by Joe Beck and Ali Ryerson, Sending You A Little Christmas by Jim Brickman featuring Johnny Mathis, Sleigh Ride by the DePue Brothers, Merry Little Christmas by the DePue Brothers, That Silent Night by Jim Brickman featuring Kenny Rogers, Gloria, In Excelsis Deo by Jim Brickman and Gloria, In Excelsis Deo by Micheal Castaldo.

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Today Laura Theodore the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Victoria Moran to chat about tips and recipes for hosting a healthy holiday meal. SEASON FOUR of Jazzy Vegetarian now airs on the CREATE NETWORK every Tuesaday and Thursday and is full of celebrity guests and celebratory meals! Looking for the perfect holiday gift? Autographed copies of the new, 3-disc DVD Collection - The Best of Jazzy Vegetarian and signed copies of all of Laura Theodore’s cookbooks are now available! Victoria Moran is the author of eleven books, a certified holistic health counselor (HHC, AADP) in private practice, and director of Main Street Vegan Academy, training vegan lifestyle coaches. Her latest book is Main Street Vegan, which VegNews magazine calls “The Vegan Bible, New Testament.” A two-time Oprah! guest, winner of “Vegan of the Year” for 2012, and host of the Main Street Vegan Show on Unity.FM radio, Victoria lives in a green condo in New York City.

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Today Laura Theodore the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Heather Lounsbury, L.Ac. who is a leading healthcare advisor and acupuncturist. We’’ talk about her new book Fix Your Mood with Food and get tips on how to 'fix one's mood' over the stressful winter holiday season! SEASON FOUR of Jazzy Vegetarian premieres on the CREATE NETWORK on December 11, 2014 and is full of celebrity guests and celebratory meals! Check local listings near you. Looking for the perfect holiday gift? Autographed copies of Laura Theodore’s cookbooks are now available! Heather Lounsbury, L.Ac. is a leading healthcare advisor and acupuncturist. Her elevating book, Fix Your Mood with Food, uses the methods practiced in Chinese medicine to improve mood naturally. By focusing on the whole individual—rather than an isolated condition or weakness—it is intended to treat and heal the entire body. As a well-respected physician and vegan spokesperson, Heather’s unique holistic approach to healing encompasses all aspects of her patients’ needs, allowing for the best possible results. Heather has worked with many award-winning celebrities over the past decade including Rainn Wilson, Coldplay, Tori Spelling, Dean McDermott, Korn, Carmen Electra and Dave Navarro.

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Today Laura Theodore the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes the internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health, Dr. Pam Popper to talk about Children’s Health. SEASON FOUR of Jazzy Vegetarian premieres on the CREATE NETWORK on December 11, 2014 and is full of celebrity guests and celebratory meals and many epsode feature Dr. Popper! Check local listings near you. Looking for the perfect holiday gift? Autographed copies of Laura Theodore’s cookbooks are now available! Dr. Pam Popper is a naturopath, an internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health the Founder and Executive Director of The Wellness Forum. Dr. Popper is the author of the popular and riveting new book Food Over Medicine and she part of Dr. T. Colin Campbell’s teaching team at eCornell. Learn more: www.wellnessforum.com fatured music today by the DePue Brothers from their new Christmas CD!

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes executive chef, cooking teacher, caterer and former diabetic, Jason Wyrick, to share tips for a healthier and compassionate vegan Thanksgiving and his new book, Vegan Tacos. Looking for the perfect holiday gift?  Autographed copies of Laura Theodore’s CDS and her cookbooks Jazzy Vegetarian Classics and Jazzy Vegetarian are now available! Watch SEASON FOUR of Jazzy Vegetarian on the CREATE NETWORK premiering on December 11, 2014! SEASON FOUR is full of celebrity guests and celebratory meals. (Check local listings).  Chef Jason Wyrick is an executive chef, cooking teacher, caterer and a former diabetic. He has co-authored the New York Times best-selling book 21-Day Weight Loss Kickstart with Neal Barnard, MD, and has taught alongside many medical and dietary professionals. A former diabetic who cured his diabetes and lost 100 pounds by going vegan, Jason was the first vegan culinary instructor in the world-famous Le Cordon Bleu program.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian will share a fabulous vegan Thanksgiving recipe and her best tips for an eco-chic table! The we’ll welcome YummyPlants.com founder, Rebecca Gilbert to share how you can easily entertain in plant-based style this Thanksgiving and we’ll announce the winner of It's Easy to Start Eating Vegan! Yummy Plants 101, plus Jazzy Vegetarian Classics and the Veducated DVD! SEASON FOUR of Jazzy Vegetarian premieres on the CREATE NETWORK on December 11, 2014 and is full of celebrity guests and celebratory meals! Check local listings near you. Looking for the perfect holiday gift? Autographed copies of Laura Theodore’s cookbooks are now available! Rebecca is a former competitive figure skater whose switch to a vegan diet healed her chronic joint pain.  She founded the Yummy Plants vegan community to help provide support for people transitioning to a vegan diet and she is known for her talk: The Yummy Plants 101: Easy Transition Tips to a Vegan Diet.   Rebecca has been a featured speaker at Vegfest events including the NYC Vegetarian Food Festival, Vegetarian Summerfest, Paris Vegan Day, and universities.

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Today award-winning television host, popular plant-based cookbook author and vegan chef Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes the internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health, Dr. Pam Popper to answer the question: Why is Inflammation Important? (And How to Lower It). Autographed copies of Laura Theodore’s cookbooks Jazzy Vegetarian Classics and Jazzy Vegetarian are now available. SEASON FOUR of Jazzy Vegetarian is sweeping the country -full of celebrity guests and celebratory meals!  “Taste” award-winning host Laura Theodore—with help from guests like Ed Begley Jr.—shows viewers how to cook easy, great-tasting vegan food for family and friends. Check local listings near you. Dr. Pam Popper is a naturopath, an internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health the Founder and Executive Director of The Wellness Forum. Dr. Popper is the author of the popular and riveting new book Food Over Medicine and she part of Dr. T. Colin Campbell’s teaching team at eCornell. Learn more: www.wellnessforum.com

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Ayindé Howell and  Zoë Eisenberg to talk about their new book, the Lusty Vegan – a cookbook and advice guide for vegans dating non-vegans. Autographed copies of Laura Theodore’s cookbooks Jazzy Vegetarian Classics and Jazzy Vegetarian are now available. SEASON FOUR of Jazzy Vegetarian premieres this fall - full of celebrity guests and celebratory meals!  “Taste” award-winning host Laura Theodore—with help from guests like Ed Begley Jr.—shows viewers how to cook easy, great-tasting vegan food for family and friends. Check local listings near you. Ayindé Howell is an executive Chef living and working in Los Angeles. His recipes have been published in the New York Times, Essence Magazine, VegNews Magazine, and many others. Zoë Eisenberg is a writer and editor who focuses on the topics of food, dating, and sex. A certified holistic health counselor with a degree in creative writing, Zoe has been published in a variety of print and online sources, from vegan information hubs such as Vegan Mainstream and Laika Magazine.

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Today award-winning television host, popular plant-based cookbook author and vegan chef Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes the internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health, Dr. Pam Popper to answer the question: Do Potatoes Make You Fat? Why Starchy Foods are Good for You!

Autographed copies of Laura Theodore’s cookbooks Jazzy Vegetarian Classics and Jazzy Vegetarian are now available. SEASON FOUR of Jazzy Vegetarian premiered on September 1, 2014 - full of celebrity guests and celebratory meals!  “Taste” award-winning host Laura Theodore—with help from guests like Dr. Pam Popper and Ed Begley Jr.—shows viewers how to cook easy, great-tasting vegan food for family and friends. Check local listings near you. Dr. Pam Popper is a naturopath, an internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health the Founder and Executive Director of The Wellness Forum. Dr. Popper is the author of the popular and riveting new book Food Over Medicine and she part of Dr. T. Colin Campbell’s teaching team at eCornell. Learn more: www.wellnessforum.com

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Robert Cheeke, Founder and President of Vegan Bodybuilding & Fitness to chat about his upcoming book and keeping fit! Autographed copies of Laura Theodore’s cookbooks Jazzy Vegetarian Classics and Jazzy Vegetarian are now available. SEASON FOUR of Jazzy Vegetarian premieres on September 1, 2014 - full of celebrity guests and celebratory meals!  “Taste” award-winning host Laura Theodore—with help from guests like Ed Begley Jr.—shows viewers how to cook easy, great-tasting vegan food for family and friends. Check local listings near you. Robert is the Founder and President of Vegan Bodybuilding & Fitness. He is a two-time natural bodybuilding champion, writes books, gives lectures around the world, and maintains the popular website, VeganBodybuilding.com. He is a regular contributor to Vegan Health & Fitness Magazine, a freelance writer, entrepreneur, and multi-sport athlete.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Dr. Richard Oppenlander author of Food Choice and Sustainabilityand Comfortably Unaware: Global Depletion and Food Choice Responsibility. We’ll discuss responsible food choices and how these choices impact our environment! Dr. Richard Oppenlander is a sustainability consultant, researcher, and author whose award winning book, Comfortably Unaware has been endorsed by Ellen DeGeneres, Dr. Jane Goodall, and Dr. Neal Barnard. Dr. Oppenlander's newest book titled, Food Choice and Sustainability: Why Buying Local, Eating Less Meat, and Taking Baby Steps Won’t Work, has won the 2014 International Book Award and the 2014 Green Book Festival Award. Dr. Oppenlander is a lecturer on food choice and how it relates to sustainability and served as the lead consultant for two new full-length environmental documentary films. He also serves as an advisor to world hunger projects in developing countries and with municipalities in the U.S. Dr. Oppenlander has spent the past 40 years studying the effects food choices have on our planet and on us. He started an organic plant based food company, operates an animal rescue sanctuary (with his wife Jill), and is the founder of the non-profit organization, Inspire Awareness Now.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes acclaimed and bestselling vegan author, cook, and creator of VegKitchen.com, Nava Atlas. Nava will talk about her new book Plant Power, which celebrates the bounty of natural foods and teaches everyone—from committed vegans to those who just want more plants in their diet—how to implement a plant-based approach to their lives—easily, practically, and joyfully, every day. Autographed copies of Laura Theodore’s cookbooks Jazzy Vegetarian Classics and Jazzy Vegetarian are now available and SEASON FOUR of Jazzy Vegetarian premieres on September 1, 2014 - full of celebrity guests and celebratory meals!  “Taste” award-winning host Laura Theodore—with help from guests like Ed Begley Jr.—shows viewers how to cook easy, great-tasting vegan food for family and friends. Check local listings near you. Nava Atlas is the author and illustrator of many other well-known cookbooks, including Vegan Express, Vegan Soups, and Wild About Greens and she has written scores of articles on healthful cooking with natural foods, for Vegetarian Times, VegNews, Cooking Light, and numerous other publications.

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Today award-winning television host, popular plant-based cookbook author and vegan chef Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes the internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health, Dr. Pam Popper to talk about Diet and Cancer. Autographed copies of Laura Theodore’s cookbooks Jazzy Vegetarian Classics and Jazzy Vegetarianare now available. SEASON FOUR of Jazzy Vegetarian premieres on September 1, 2014 - full of celebrity guests and celebratory meals!  “Taste” award-winning host Laura Theodore—with help from guests like Dr. Pam Popper and Ed Begley Jr.—shows viewers how to cook easy, great-tasting vegan food for family and friends. Check local listings near you. Dr. Pam Popper is a naturopath, an internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health the Founder and Executive Director of The Wellness Forum. Dr. Popper is the author of the popular and riveting new book Food Over Medicine and she part of Dr. T. Colin Campbell’s teaching team at eCornell. Learn more: www.wellnessforum.com

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Today award-winning television host, popular cookbook author and vegan chef Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian will share her fabulous vegan Labor Day menu and then chat with Stephanie Feldstein who is the Director of the Population and Sustainability program at the Center for Biological Diversity, to share about the Extinction-free BBQ! Laura Theodore’s cookbooks Jazzy Vegetarian Classics and Jazzy Vegetarian are available. SEASON FOUR of Jazzy Vegetarian premieres on September 1, 2014 - full of celebrity guests and celebratory meals! Stephanie Feldstein's work highlights and addresses threats to endangered species and wild places from runaway human population growth and overconsumption. Stephanie holds a bachelor's degree from the University of Michigan in creative writing and has more than 15 years of experience in animal rescue and advocacy.

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Today award-winning television host, popular cookbook author and vegan chef Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Zsu Dever, author of the blog, Zsu's Vegan Pantry, to chat about wonderful recipes and the new book, Everyday Vegan Eats.  Laura Theodore’s newest cookbook, Jazzy Vegetarian Classics: Vegan Twists on American Family Favorites, is now available along with her popular book: Jazzy Vegetarian, Lively Vegan Cuisine That’s Easy and Delicious. Watch Jazzy Vegetarian on television, airing on the CREATE Channel across the country. Zsu Dever has been involved in the restaurant business most of her life. She hails from a long line of culinary professionals and restaurateurs. She is the author of the blog Zsu's Vegan Pantry and is passionate about teaching new vegans and vegetarians how to succeed with their newly chosen diet and become lifelong vegans. She is a homeschooling mother of three teenagers in San Diego, CA. In addtion, Laura will welcome award-winning Italian tenor, songwriter, and producer, Michéal Castaldo who has entertained more than 500,000 people across the USA and Europe with classic Italian songs.

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Today award-winning television host, popular plant-based cookbook author and vegan chef Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Prevention Warrior Venus DeMarco was motivated to take her own Health in her own hands. Jazzy Vegetarian Classics: Vegan Twists on American Family Favorites, Laura Theodore’s newest cookbook, is now available wherever fine books are sold along with her popular book: Jazzy Vegetarian, Lively Vegan Cuisine That’s Easy and Delicious. Watch Jazzy Vegetarian on the CREATE Channel all across the country. Venus DeMarco’s mission is to make a positive difference in people’s lives, from the simplest circumstances to many of the most disturbing illnesses facing mankind. In this lifetime, her goal is to motivate people to take their Health in their own hands and not wait to change until after they become ill, but instead make wellness and health a priority!

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Today award-winning television host, popular plant-based cookbook author and vegan chef Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes the internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health, Dr. Pam Popper to talk about how we can sometimes choose Food Over Medicine and how some drugs can make you worse instead of better. Jazzy Vegetarian Classics: Vegan Twists on American Family Favorites, Laura Theodore’s newest cookbook, is now available wherever fine books are sold along with her popular book: Jazzy Vegetarian, Lively Vegan Cuisine That’s Easy and Delicious. Watch Jazzy Vegetarian on the CREATE Channel all across the country. Dr. Pam Popper is a naturopath, an internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health the Founder and Executive Director of The Wellness Forum. Dr. Popper is the author of the popular and riveting new book Food Over Medicine and she part of Dr. T. Colin Campbell’s teaching team at eCornell. Learn more: www.wellnessforum.com

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Today award-winning television host, popular plant-based cookbook author and vegan chef Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Unrefined Vegan Ann Oliverio to share plant-based tips and vegan recipes for summer fun! Jazzy Vegetarian Classics: Vegan Twists on American Family Favorites, Laura Theodore’s newest cookbook, is now available wherever fine books are sold along with her popular book: Jazzy Vegetarian, Lively Vegan Cuisine That’s Easy and Delicious. Watch Jazzy Vegetarian on the CREATE Channel all across the country. Ann Oliverio created Unrefined Vegan.com to share her passion for eating as healthfully as possible while also eating as deliciously as possible; without the consumption or use of animal products. Her other creation, Virtual Vegan Potluck is an online party for vegan-friendly food bloggers. Ann’s recipes are all plant-based – meaning that they contain absolutely no animal products and many of the recipes are also free of oil and of refined products such as white flour and white sugar. Ann aims for ingredients to be as “whole” as possible.

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Today award-winning television host, popular plant-based cookbook author and vegan chef Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes the Simple Daily Recipes founder, Jill McKeever to talk about tips for cooking and serving the veggies and fruits of late summer! Jazzy Vegetarian Classics: Vegan Twists on American Family Favorites, Laura Theodore’s newest cookbook, is now available wherever fine books are sold along with her popular book: Jazzy Vegetarian, Lively Vegan Cuisine That’s Easy and Delicious. Watch Jazzy Vegetarian on the CREATE Channel all across the country. After watching the life-changing documentary, "Forks Over Knives," Jill decided she didn’t want to grow old with poor health and living on prescription medications, so she he adopted a whole food, plant-based diet, dropped 30 pounds and gained energy. With her new, lifestyle, McKeever started a YouTube channel for recipe makeovers. Her newest venture is Whole Food Plant Geek, which includes interviews from plant-based nutrition experts and nationally known chefs to gain more insight on the benefits of eating plant-based.

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Today award-winning television host, popular plant-based cookbook author and vegan chef Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Shushana Castle and Amy-Lee Goodman authors of RETHINK FOOD: 100+ Doctors Can't Be Wrong. Jazzy Vegetarian Classics: Vegan Twists on American Family Favorites, Laura Theodore’s newest cookbook, is now available wherever fine books are sold along with her popular book: Jazzy Vegetarian, Lively Vegan Cuisine That’s Easy and Delicious. Watch Jazzy Vegetarian  on the CREATE Channel all across the country! RETHINK FOOD: 100+ Doctors Can’t be Wrong by Shushana Castle and Amy-Lee Goodman features more than 100 of the world’s leading doctors who substantiate why all animal-based products are damaging to our health and should be completely removed from our plates. Shushana Castle worked in the financial sector for 25 years and sits on numerous environmental boards.  Amy-Lee Goodman is a Wellesley College graduate and co-founded the plant-based food company Zibble Inc. that partners with non-profits to frost a better future.

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Today award-winning television host, popular plant-based cookbook author and vegan chef Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomesJulieanna Hever, M.S., R.D., C.P.T. , also known as The Plant-Based Dietitian, to hear how the fruits and veggies of summer are rainbows on your plate that will lower your chronic disease rate! Jazzy Vegetarian Classics: Vegan Twists on American Family Favorites, Laura Theodore’s newest cookbook, is now available wherever fine books are sold.Jazzy Vegetarian airs on the CREATE Channel all across the country. Julieanna is the host of Veria Living Network’sWhat Would Julieanna Do?, author of the best-selling book, The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Plant-Based Nutrition, and nutrition columnist for VegNews Magazine. Julieanna was recently featured on The Dr. Oz Show and Steve Harvey.

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Today award-winning television host, popular plant-based cookbook author and vegan chef Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes the internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health, Dr. Pam Popper to talk about Gluten: Friend or Foe? Jazzy Vegetarian Classics: Vegan Twists on American Family Favorites, Laura Theodore’s newest cookbook, is now available wherever fine books are sold along with her popular book: Jazzy Vegetarian, Lively Vegan Cuisine That’s Easy and Delicious.Jazzy Vegetarian, airs on the CREATE Channel all across the country. Dr. Pam Popper is a naturopath, an internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health the Founder and Executive Director of The Wellness Forum. Dr. Popper is the author of the popular and riveting new book Food Over Medicine and she part of Dr. T. Colin Campbell’s teaching team at eCornell. Learn more: www.wellnessforum.com

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian will welcome YummyPlants.com founder, Rebecca Gilbert to share how you can easily entertain in “plant-based style” this July 4th weekend and to talk about her fabulous new book: It's Easy to Start Eating Vegan! YUMMY PLANTS 101. Rebecca Gilbert is a former competitive figure skater whose switch to a vegan diet healed her chronic joint pain.  She founded the Yummy Plants vegan community to help provide support and comraderie for people transitioning to a vegan diet.  She is known for her talk The Yummy Plants 101: Easy Transition Tips to a Vegan Diet.  Her presentation includes information on easy egg and dairy substitutions, ideas for stocking a vegan pantry, and suggestions for making a vegan diet workable in our lives both inside and outside of the house. Rebecca has been a featured speaker at Vegfest events including the NYC Vegetarian Food Festival, Vegetarian Summerfest, Paris Vegan Day, and universities.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Christy Morgan, known as The Blissful Chef, to talk about July 4th recipes, tips and Definition Magazine. Then we’ll hear from Stephanie Feldstein who is the Director of the Population and Sustainability program at the Center for Biological Diversity, to hear about endangered species and wild places in relation to runaway human population growth and overconsumption.  Jazzy Vegetarian Classics: Vegan Twists on American Family Favorites, Laura Theodore’s newest cookbook, is available wherever fine books are sold. Watch Jazzy Vegetarian  on the CREATE Channel all across the country! Christy Morgan, known as The Blissful (& Fit) Chef, has been tantalizing taste buds for years as a vegan chef, cooking instructor, food writer, and cookbook author. Her mission is to show that a whole foods vegan diet can be delicious, easy and will bring more energy and bliss into your life!  Stephanie Feldstein is the Director of the Population and Sustainability program at the Center for Biological Diversity, where she leads the Center's work to address threats to endangered species and wild places from runaway human population growth and overconsumption.

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Today award-winning television host, popular plant-based cookbook author and vegan chef Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes the internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health, Dr. Pam Popper to answer the question: Does Health Insurance Save You Money? Jazzy Vegetarian Classics: Vegan Twists on American Family Favorites, Laura Theodore’s newest cookbook, is now available wherever fine books are sold along with her popular book: Jazzy Vegetarian, Lively Vegan Cuisine That’s Easy and Delicious. Jazzy Vegetarian now airs on the CREATE Channel all across the country. Dr. Pam Popper is a naturopath, an internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health the Founder and Executive Director of The Wellness Forum. Dr. Popper is the author of the popular and riveting new book Food Over Medicine and she part of Dr. T. Colin Campbell’s teaching team at eCornell. Learn more: www.wellnessforum.com

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Today award-winning television host, cookbook author and vegan chef Laura Theodore welcomes founder of CAAN, Dr. Melanie Joy, Ph.D.,Ed.M., to learn more about Why We Love Dogs, Eat Pigs, and Wear Cows.Laura Theodore’s newest cookbook, Jazzy Vegetarian Classics: Vegan Twists on American Family Favorites, is available wherever fine books are sold.  Melanie Joy, Ph.D., Ed.M. is a Harvard-educated psychologist, professor of psychology and sociology at the University of Massachusetts, Boston, celebrated speaker, and the author of the award-winning book Why We Love Dogs, Eat Pigs, and Wear Cows. Dr. Joy is the 8th recipient of the Institute of Jainology’s Ahimsa Award, which was previously awarded to Nelson Mandela and the Dalai Lama and was presented to her in the British House of Commons. Her work has been featured by numerous national and international media outlets, including the BBC, Germany’s ARD, ABC Australia, NPR, PBS, New York Times, Süddeutsche Zeitung, Spiegel Online, and Italy’s D La Repubblica. Dr. Joy has given her acclaimed carnism presentation in 17 countries, and she is also the author of Strategic Action for Animals. Dr. Joy is the founder and president of the Carnism Awareness and Action Network. Learn more: www.carnism.org

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Today award-winning television host, popular plant-based cookbook author and vegan chef Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes physician, nutrition expert and bestselling author John A. McDougall, MD. to talk about The Starch Solution: Eat the Foods You Love, Regain Your Health, and Lose the Weight for Good! Laura Theodore's new book, Jazzy Vegetarian Classics: Vegan Twists on American Family Favorites, is now available wherever fine books are sold along with her popular book: Jazzy Vegetarian, Lively Vegan Cuisine That’s Easy and Delicious. Jazzy Vegetarian Season One, now airs on the CREATE Channel all across the country. John A. McDougall, MD has been studying, writing, and speaking out about the effects of nutrition on disease for over 30 years.  Dr. John and Mary McDougall believe that people should look and feel great for a lifetime. Dr. McDougall is the founder and director of the nationally renowned McDougall Program: a ten-day residential program that he and Mary McDougall host at a luxury resort in Santa Rosa, CA where medical miracles occur through diet and lifestyle changes. Learn more: http://www.drmcdougall.com

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Today award-winning television host, popular plant-based cookbook author and vegan chef Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Jasmin Singer, Executive Director of  Our Hen House to talk about how we can change the world for animals. Jazzy Vegetarian Classics: Vegan Twists on American Family Favorites, Laura Theodore’s newest cookbook, is now available wherever fine books are sold along with her popular book: Jazzy Vegetarian, Lively Vegan Cuisine That’s Easy and Delicious.  Jazzy Vegetarian Season One, now airs on the CREATE Channel all across the country. Jasmin Singer is Executive Director for Our Hen House, a place to find our way to change the world for animals, which she co-founded in January 2010. Jasmin has written for numerous magazines and blogs, and she has appeared on The Dr. Oz Show, HuffPo Live, and can be seen in the documentaries Vegucated and The Ghosts in Our Machine. From 2007-2010, she was the campaigns manager for Farm Sanctuary. Her workshops have been presented at conferences, universities, law schools, and VegFests around the globe. Learn more at: www.ourhenhouse.org

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Today award-winning television host, popular plant-based cookbook author and vegan chef Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes the internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health, Dr. Pam Popper to talk about SALT and it’s effects on your health. Jazzy Vegetarian Classics: Vegan Twists on American Family Favorites, Laura Theodore’s newest cookbook, is now available wherever fine books are sold along with her popular book: Jazzy Vegetarian, Lively Vegan Cuisine That’s Easy and Delicious. Jazzy Vegetarian Season One, now airs on the CREATE Channel all across the country. Dr. Pam Popper is a naturopath, an internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health the Founder and Executive Director of The Wellness Forum. Dr. Popper is the author of the popular and riveting new book Food Over Medicine and she part of Dr. T. Colin Campbell’s teaching team at eCornell. Learn more: http://wellnessforum.com

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Today award-winning television host, popular plant-based cookbook author and vegan chef Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Brenda Davis RD to talk about veganism and your health. Jazzy Vegetarian Classics: Vegan Twists on American Family Favorites, Laura Theodore’s newest cookbook, is now available wherever fine books are sold along with her popular book: Jazzy Vegetarian, Lively Vegan Cuisine That’s Easy and Delicious. Watch: Jazzy Vegetarian Season One, on the CREATE Channel all across the country. Brenda Davis RD is a registered dietitian who has worked as a public health nutritionist, clinical nutrition specialist, nutrition consultant and academic nutrition instructor. Brenda is co-author of eight books including Becoming Vegan: Express Edition,Becoming Vegetarian,the Raw Food Revolution Diet and more. She is also a contributing author to a ninth book, The Complete Vegetarian. Brenda has authored and co-authored several articles for peer-reviewed journals and dietetic magazines. In 2007, she was inducted into the Vegetarian Hall of Fame. Learn more: http://www.brendadavisrd.com

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Today award-winning television host, popular plant-based cookbook author and vegan chef Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Extraordinary Vegan Chef: Alan Roettinger to talk about his passion for bringing health and pleasure together in a wide range of dishes. Jazzy Vegetarian Classics: Vegan Twists on American Family Favorites, Laura Theodore’s newest cookbook, is now available wherever fine books are sold along with her popular book: Jazzy Vegetarian, Lively Vegan Cuisine That’s Easy and Delicious. Jazzy Vegetarian Season One, now airs on the CREATE Channel all across the country. MUSIC  from Classical-Crossover Artist Michéal Castaldo! Alan Roettinger has been a private chef to the rich and famous (including a president and a prime minister), for over 30 years, and he has learned a lot about what people hunger for and what satisfies. Alan is a writer, food designer, blogger, and public speaker and he is passionate about empowering people to make smart choices in what they eat. His cookbooks, Omega-3 Cuisine, Speed Vegan, Extraordinary Vegan and Paleo Vegan showcase a wide range of dishes that are simultaneously sophisticated and accessible for the home cook. More information: alanroettinger.com

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Today award-winning television host, popular plant-based cookbook author and vegan chef Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Dr. Joel Fuhrman, M.D. a board-certified family physician, New York Times best-selling author and nutritional researcher to hear about his new book: The End of Dieting: How to Live for Life. Laura Theodore's new book, Jazzy Vegetarian Classics: Vegan Twists on American Family Favorites, is now available wherever fine books are sold along with her popular book: Jazzy Vegetarian, Lively Vegan Cuisine That’s Easy and Delicious. Jazzy Vegetarian Season One, now airs on the CREATE Channel all across the country.  Joel Fuhrman, M.D. is an internationally recognized expert on nutrition and natural healing, and has appeared on hundreds of radio and television shows including The Dr. Oz show, The Today Show, Good Morning America, and Live with Kelly. Dr. Fuhrman’s own hugely successful PBS television shows, 3 Steps to Incredible Health and Dr. Fuhrman’s Immunity Solution bring nutritional science to homes all across America. Dr. Fuhrman is the father of Nutritarian eating and as an advocate of diets rich in a vast array of plant micronutrients per calorie, his ANDI scoring system (featured in Whole Foods Market), has directed millions of consumers to eat an anti-cancer diet-style. Learn more at: www.drfuhrman.com

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Today award-winning television host, popular cookbook author and vegan chef Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes the Oregonian's Foodday features writer, Grant Butler to hear about How Eating a Vegan Diet Helps the Environment. And speaking of a vegan diet, Laura Theodore’s newest cookbook: Jazzy Vegetarian Classics: Vegan Twists on American Family Favorites is now available wherever fine books are sold, along with her popular book: Jazzy Vegetarian, Lively Vegan Cuisine That’s Easy and Delicious. Starting April 15th, a re-broadcast of Jazzy Vegetarian Season One, airs on the CREATE Channel all across the country. Grant Butler is a features writer for The Oregonian's Foodday section, and writes the twice-monthly Going Vegan column, which explores plant-based living and cooking. In addition, he contributes to the paper's arts and travel coverage. Off the job, he's obsessed with Portland's farmers markets, home cooking, live theater and film.

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Today award-winning television host, popular cookbook author and vegan chef Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes the internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health, Dr. Pam Popper to talk about Diseases and Foods That Bring them On. Jazzy Vegetarian Classics: Vegan Twists on American Family Favorites, Laura Theodore’s newest cookbook, is now available wherever fine books are sold, along with her popular book: Jazzy Vegetarian, Lively Vegan Cuisine That’s Easy and Delicious. Starting April 15th, a re-broadcast of Jazzy Vegetarian Season One, airs on the CREATE Channel all across the country. Dr. Pam Popper is a naturopath, an internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health the Founder and Executive Director of The Wellness Forum. Dr. Popper is the author of the popular and riveting new book Food Over Medicine and she part of Dr. T. Colin Campbell’s teaching team at eCornell. Learn more at: www.wellnessforum.com

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Award-winning television host, popular cookbook author and vegan chef Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Colleen Patrick-Goudreau to hear about how to live more compassionately. Jazzy Vegetarian Classics: Vegan Twists on American Family Favorites, Laura Theodore’s newest cookbook, is now available wherever fine books are sold. Starting April 15th, a re-broadcast of Jazzy Vegetarian Season One, airs on the CREATE Channel all across the country. Colleen Patrick-Goudreau is a bestselling author of six books, including the award-winning The Joy of Vegan Baking, The Vegan Table, and Color Me Vegan. She is the host and producer of the podcast Food for Thought; and she delivers inspiring lectures around the country. Colleen is the creator of the online multimedia program, The 30-Day Vegan Challenge and has been featured on the Food Network, PBS, NPR, New York Times and Oprah.com among others. Learn more: www.compassionatecook.com

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian will welcome YummyPlants.com founder, Rebecca Gilbert to share how you can easily transition in to a vegan diet! Laura Theodore’s cookbooks are available wherever fine books are sold, including the new book: Jazzy Vegetarian Classics! Rebecca Gilbert is a former competitive figure skater whose switch to a vegan diet healed her chronic joint pain. She founded the Yummy Plants vegan community to help provide support and camaraderie for people transitioning to a vegan diet.  She is known for her talk Yummy Plants 101: Easy Transition Tips to a Vegan Diet.  Her presentation includes information on easy egg and dairy substitutions, ideas for stocking a vegan pantry, and suggestions for making a vegan diet workable in our lives both inside and outside of the house. Rebecca has been a featured speaker at Vegfest events including the NYC Vegetarian Food Festival, Vegetarian Summerfest, Paris Vegan Day, and universities

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian will welcome Master Intuitive Life Coach, Gina Silvestri to share “slim-down” tips featuring delicious plant-based recipes! Laura Theodore’s cookbooks are available wherever fine books are sold, including the new book: Jazzy Vegetarian Classics! Then she’ll welcome Gina Silvestri who is a Master Intuitive Life Coach, International Talk Radio Host + Certified Reiki Practitioner with "Proof in the Raw Food Pudding" Life Experience. Seven years ago, she weighed 300 pounds, had 17 official medical diagnoses, + lived on disability insurance. She healed herself naturally, has tripled her business in 18 months + now leads hundreds of thousands of fans, followers and clients through her Live Your Lightest Transformation System. She currently hosts Living Lighter Radio after serving 18 years as a Counselor in her community with her Bachelor of Arts degree in Social Psychology + the JOY, FUN, WISDOM and VIBRANT ENTHUSIASM she is known and loved

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes the internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health, Dr. Pam Popper. Dr. Popper will share riveting and important information about dairy foods. Laura Theodore’s cookbooks are now available, including the new book: Jazzy Vegetarian Classics! Dr. Pam Popper is a naturopath, an internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health and she is the Founder and Executive Director of The Wellness Forum. Dr. Popper is the author of the popular and riveting new book Food Over Medicine. She is part of Dr. T. Colin Campbell’s teaching team at eCornell, teaching part of a certification course on plant-based nutrition.  Dr. Popper appears in the feature film documentary, Forks Over Knives, about diet and health and she is one of the co-authors of the companion book to the film, which appeared on the New York Times bestseller list.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Simple Daily Recipes founder Jill McKeever to talk about quick vegan recipes for any day of the week!  Laura Theodore’s cookbooks are now available, including the new book: Jazzy Vegetarian Classics! Jill teaches how to create wonderful, tasty dishes from scratch. After watching the life-changing documentary, Forks Over Knives, McKeever decided she didn’t want to grow old with poor health and living on prescription medications, so she adopted a whole foods, plant-based diet, dropped 30 pounds and gained energy. With her new, healthy lifestyle, McKeever started a YouTube channel to do recipe makeovers. Her newest venture is Whole Food Plant Geek, which includes interviews from plant-based nutrition experts and nationally known chefs to gain more insight on the benefits of eating plant-based, and share the health with her audience.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian focuses on easy-peasy, plant-based recipes for quick and delicious weeknight meals.  Then she’ll welcome singer-songwriter and vegetarian Laura Cheadle to chat about her music and more! Laura Theodore’s cookbooks are now available, including the new book: Jazzy Vegetarian Classics! Laura Cheadle, has four successful albums out. Ms. Cheadle has opened for The Jonas Brothers, Spin Doctors, Garland Jeffreys, John Oates/Hall and Oates, and Average White Band amoung others. Cheadle has been featured on ABC “TUNED IN" segment and NBC 10. Her music has been featured on the Hit Radio Station 93.7 where she was voted as "Best Female Singer of 2009" and "Best Female Artist of 2010." Because of her active charity work, Laura was named a "Super Woman of South Jersey" in South Jersey Magazine. Laura recently appeared and performed on the NBC 10!

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian shares jazzylicious, easy-to-prepare vegan sweet treat recipes for Valentine’s Day! Laura Theodore’s cookbooks are available wherever fine books are sold, including the new book: Jazzy Vegetarian Classics! Then Laura will welcome Natalie Norman who is a passionate raw food culinary artist and teacher. We’ll hear about her tips for achieving good health with raw, vegan recipes and tips. Natalie Norman is a passionate raw food culinary artist and teacher who strives to make raw foods not only EASY for you but DELICIOUS, and FUN, too. Once an overweight workaholic attorney, Natalie conquered her health issues by embracing a raw diet. She then obtained certification as an advanced raw food nutrition educator and is dedicated to teaching people how to achieve their best health one delicious bite at a time. Visit www.natalienorman.com to connect with Natalie and find scrumptious raw food recipes for every occasion.

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Arthritis is the subject today as Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes the internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health, Dr. Pam Popper. Laura Theodore’s cookbooks are now available, including the new book: Jazzy Vegetarian Classics! Dr. Popper will share helpful tips for anyone who suffers from arthritis. Dr. Pam Popper is a naturopath, an internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health and she is the Founder and Executive Director of The Wellness Forum. Dr. Popper is the author of the popular and riveting new book Food Over Medicine. She is part of Dr. T. Colin Campbell’s teaching team at eCornell, teaching part of a certification course on plant-based nutrition.  Dr. Popper appears in the feature film documentary, Forks Over Knives, about diet and health and she is one of the co-authors of the companion book to the film, which appeared on the New York Times bestseller list.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Lindsay S. Nixon who is the bestselling author of the Happy Herbivore cookbook series: Happy Herbivore Light & Lean, The Happy Herbivore Cookbook, Everyday Happy Herbivore, and Happy Herbivore Abroad. She’ll share light and lean recipes for keeping in shape for the new year! Laura Theodore's newest cookbook: Jazzy Vegetarian Classics: Vegan Twists on American Family Favorites is now availble wherever fine books are sold. Jazzy Vegetarian, the television show, airs on the CREATE channel all across the country! Lindsay Nixon has been featured on Dr. Oz and TheFoodNetwork.com, and she has spoken at Google. Her recipes have also been featured in The New York Times, VegNews, Vegetarian Times, Women's Health, Oprah.com, Bethenny.com, Fitness.com, WebMD.com, Shape.com, among many others. A rising star in the culinary world, Nixon is praised for her ability to use everyday ingredients to create healthy, low-fat recipes that taste just as delicious as they are nutritious.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Dr. Marc Bekoff who is author of, WHY DOGS HUMP AND BEES GET DEPRESSED:  The Fascinating Science of Animal Intelligence, Emotions, Friendship, and Conservation. Dr. Bekoff is professor emeritus of ecology and evolutionary biology at the University of Colorado, Boulder. He has worked alongside leading writers and activists including Jane Goodall, Peter Singer, and PETA cofounder Ingrid Newkirk. Dr. Marc Bekoff is renowned for making the rapidly changing science and policy around animal intelligence and emotions accessible for a mass audience. He explores our complicated relationships with animals through the lens of recent research demonstrating the surprising cognitive and emotional capacity of such animals as fish, bees, and lizards. The book is filled with amazing stories about the empathy, grief, and love we can observe in both wild and domestic animals. Laura Theodore's newest cookbook: Jazzy Vegetarian Classics: Vegan Twists on American Family Favorites is now availble wherever fine books are sold. Jazzy Vegetarian, the television show, airs on the CREATE channel all across the country!

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes The Oregonian's Foodday features writer, Grant Butler to hear about his views on how to maintain commitments to healthier eating in the face of temptations like Super Bowl and Oscar parties. Laura Theodore's newest cookbook: Jazzy Vegetarian Classics: Vegan Twists on American Family Favorites is now availble wherever fine books are sold. Jazzy Vegetarian, the television show, airs on the CREATE channel all across the country! Grant Butler is a features writer for The Oregonian's Foodday section, and writes the twice-monthly Going Vegan column, which explores plant-based living and cooking. We’ll He also contributes to the paper's arts and travel coverage. Off the job, he's obsessed with Portland's farmers markets, home cooking, live theater and film. He also has an awesome collection of "Star Wars" action figures.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes the internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health Dr. Pam Popper to talk All About Probiotics – getting the digestive tract back in order after the holidays! Laura Theodore's newest cookbook: Jazzy Vegetarian Classics: Vegan Twists on American Family Favorites is now availble wherever fine books are sold. Jazzy Vegetarian, the television show,  airs on the CREATE channel all across the country!  Dr. Pam Popper is a naturopath, an internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health and she is the Founder and Executive Director of The Wellness Forum. Dr. Popper is the author of the popular and riveting new book Food Over Medicine. She is part of Dr. T. Colin Campbell’s teaching team at eCornell, teaching part of a certification course on plant-based nutrition.  Dr. Popper appears in the feature film documentary, Forks Over Knives, about diet and health and she is one of the co-authors of the companion book to the film, which appeared on the New York Times bestseller list.

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Happy, Healthy New Year! Today I’ll welcome Michael Feinstein to celebrate the New Year with music from his fabulous CDs and to hear about this new book, radio show and discuss his views on being vegan. Now Available: Jazzy Vegetarian Classics: Vegan Twists on American Family Favorites makes the gift perfect holiday gift and Jazzy Vegetarian, Season 3, airs on the CREATE channel all across the country! Michael Feinstein is featured in Season Three of Jazzy Vegetarian, in Episode 4 (Sweets for The Sweet) and Episode 13 (Winter Celebration). Michael Feinstein is the multi-platinum-selling, five-time Grammy-nominated entertainer dubbed “The Ambassador of the Great American Songbook.” Mr. Feinstein’s CD entitled The Sinatra Project, Vol II: The Good Life, debuted at #7 on the Traditional Jazz charts. His captivating book, The Gershwins and Me: A Personal History in Twelve Songs was recently released and his NPR radio show Song Travels with Michael Feinstein explores the legendary songs of 20th century America. More than simply a performer, Mr. Feinstein is nationally recognized for his commitment to celebrating America’s popular song and preserving its legacy for the next generation.

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Happy, healthy holidays from all of us at Jazzy Vegetarian! Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian presents our Jazzy Vegetarian Holiday Music Special, featuring many favorite seasonal tunes from some of our popular musical guests! This is a great way to play hand-picked musical selections at your holiday table. Music from Micheal Castaldo Joe Beck, Ali Ryerson, Jim Brickman, Johnny Mathis and more! Here is the playlist featured on today’s show. Silent Night by Micheal Castaldo, Away In A Manger by Joe Beck and Ali Ryerson, Christmas Time Is Here / O’ Christmas Tree by Jim Brickman featuring Sandi Patty, Cold Enough To Snow by Jamie Rocco, Santa Baby by Laura Cheadle, O Little Town of Bethlehem by Jim Brickman, Jingle Bells by Joe Beck and Ali RyersonFa La La by Jim Brickman featuring Genevieve Bellemare, Angels We Have Heard on High by Joe Beck and Ali Ryerson, Sending You A Little Christmas by Jim Brickman featuring Johnny Mathis, Gloria, In Excelsis Deo by Jim Brickman, Gloria, In Excelsis Deo by Micheal Castaldo.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Holistic Health Counselor, avid cook, baker and award-winning vegan blogger, Dianne Wenz to talk about how to jazz up your holiday party with great taste and style! Dianne's vegan recipes will wow your holiday guests! Now Available: Jazzy Vegetarian Classics: Vegan Twists on American Family Favorites makes the gift perfect holiday gift and Jazzy Vegetarian, Season 3, airs on the CREATE channel all across the country! Jazzy Vegetarian Pots De Creme dessert recipe and holiday tips from today's show are found on Laura's blog. today can be found Dianne Wenz, is a Holistic Health Counselor, Vegan Lifestyle Coach and Plant Based Diet Nutrition Specialist, as well as an avid cook and baker. Dianne received her training to practice Holistic Health Counseling at the Institute for Integrative Nutrition in New York City and her Holistic Health Practitioner certification through the American Association of Drugless Practitioners. She is a certified Vegan Lifestyle Coach through Victoria Moran’s Vegan Lifestyle Academy and she has certificate in Plant Based Nutrition from eCornell University.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Chef Marcus Guiliano. We’ll talk about how to have a delicious vegan holiday, while keeping it healthy and eco-friendly. Music today from  Micheal Castaldo, featuring his holiday CD! Chef Marcus is co-owner of the popular Aroma Thyme Bistro in Ellenville, NY where he cooks food he calls “New American Cuisine” aiming to help the body and satisfy the palate. Jazzy Vegetarian Classics: Vegan Twists on American Family Favorites makes the perfect holiday gift!

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes the internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health Dr. Pam Popper to talk about Vitamin Supplements – are they a help or hinderance?  Many of us become stressed and over-tired during the holiday season, but are taking more supplements the answer to staying healthy? Jazzy Vegetarian Classics: Vegan Twists on American Family Favorites, Laura Theodore’s new cookbook, is now in stores making the perfect holiday gift! Jazzy Vegetarian, Season 3, airs on the CREATE channel all across the country, featuring DR. Pam Popper in each and every episode. Dr. Pam Popper is a naturopath, an internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health and she is the Founder and Executive Director of The Wellness Forum. Dr. Popper is the author of the popular and riveting new book Food Over Medicine. She is part of Dr. T. Colin Campbell’s teaching team at eCornell, teaching part of a certification course on plant-based nutrition.  Dr. Popper appears in the feature film documentary, Forks Over Knives, about diet and health and she is one of the co-authors of the companion book to the film, which appeared on the New York Times bestseller list.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Americas Romantic Piano Sensation, Jim Brickman, the best selling solo piano artist of our time! Jim will share his festive new holiday CD, The Magic of Christmas, an enchanting collection of Christmas favorites and rich piano solos. In addition, Jim will talk about his views on how he is incorporating more vegetarian meals into his diet. Laura Theodore’s new book Jazzy Vegetarian Classics: Vegan Twists on American Family Favorites is in stores now and Jazzy Vegetarian, Season 3, airs  all across the country!  Jim Brickman’s signature style of playing and songwriting has brought him two Grammy nods, six Gold and Platinum albums, and 30 charted adult radio hits. Jim Brickman has revolutionized the sound of solo piano with his pop-style instrumentals and star studded vocal collaborations. Since the release of his debut album “No Words” in 1994, Jim Brickman’s piano sound has made him the best selling solo piano artist of our time.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes author and chef Nava Atlas, who shares delectable vegan holiday recipes in her book: Vegan Holiday Kitchen. We’ll talk about how to prepare and share compassionate and delicious holiday meals with family and friends throughout the coming season. Laura shares her suggestions and recipes for a JAZZYLICIOUS, HOLIDAY MENU! Laura Theodore is celebrating the release of her new book Jazzy Vegetarian Classics: Vegan Twists on American Family Favorites - the perfect holiday gift!  Jazzy Vegetarian, Season 3, airs  now - all across the country! Nava Atlas is author of Vegan Holiday Kitchen. The book addresses everything from Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, and Christmas - to celebratory brunches, lunches, dinners, potlucks, and buffets. Nava is the author and illustrator of many other well-known cookbooks, including Vegan Express, Vegan Soups, and Wild About Greens and she has written scores of articles on healthful cooking with natural foods, for Vegetarian Times, VegNews, Cooking Light, and numerous other publications.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Brenda Davis, a registered dietitian, who is a leader in her field, an internationally acclaimed speaker and co-author of Becoming Vegan: Express Edition. In addition, Laura will chat about and share holiday recipes with Zel Allen who is author of Vegan for the Holidays, a cookbook that makes the holidays just a little tastier. Laura is celebrating the release of her new book Jazzy Vegetarian Classics: Vegan Twists on American Family Favorites and Jazzy Vegetarian, Season 3, airs on the CREATE channel all across the country! Brenda Davis, is a registered dietitian who has worked as a public health nutritionist, clinical nutrition specialist, nutrition consultant and academic nutrition instructor. Brenda is co-author of eight books including Becoming Vegan: Express Edition,Becoming Vegetarian,the Raw Food Revolution Diet and more. Zel Allen is author of Vegan for the Holidays, and along with her husband, Zel co-publishes Vegetarians in Paradise, a friendly online vegan magazine offering a vast array of resources for the vegan community. The website receives an average of 100,000 visitors monthly from people all over the globe seeking information about the vegan diet and lifestyle.

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See Laura Theodore cook up some of her favorite dishes from her new cookbook on THE TALK on CBS on Thursday, November 7th! Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes the internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health Dr. Pam Popper to talk about eating a plant-based diet for optimal health! Laura Theodore is celebrating the release of her new book Jazzy Vegetarian Classics: Vegan Twists on American Family Favorites and Jazzy Vegetarian, Season 3, airs on the CREATE channel all across the country! Season three features Dr. Pam Popper in every episode. Dr. Pam Popper is a naturopath, an internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health and she is the Founder and Executive Director of The Wellness Forum. Dr. Popper is the author of the popular and riveting new book Food Over Medicine. She is part of Dr. T. Colin Campbell’s teaching team at eCornell, teaching part of a certification course on plant-based nutrition. Dr. Popper appears in the feature film documentary, Forks Over Knives, about diet and health and she is one of the co-authors of the companion book to the film, which appeared on the New York Times bestseller list.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Chef AJ who is author of the popular book, Unprocessed: How to Achieve Vibrant Health and Your Ideal Weight. Chef AJ is a chef, culinary instructor, professional speaker, and author. All this month, Laura Theodore is celebrating the release of her new book Jazzy Vegetarian Classics: Vegan Twists on American Family Favorites! Season 3 of Jazzy Vegetarian, airs on the CREATE channel, every Tuesday and Thursday, all across the country! Chef AJ has a comedy background and has made appearances on The Tonight Show and David Letterman. In LA, Chef AJ teaches her popular cooking class, which includes cooking instruction, nutritional advice, song parodies and flat-out fun. Chef AJ is author of the book Unprocessed: How to Achieve Vibrant Health and Your Ideal Weight. Many of her recipes can be seen on her YouTube cooking show The Chef and the Dietitian. She holds a Certificate in Plant-Based Nutrition from Cornell University and is a member of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Dr. Chris Donaghue, PhD, LCSW, CST, to talk about the connection between diet and depression. Dr. Donaghue is nationally recognized as a sex and relationship expert, appearing on Logo TV’s “Bad Sex.”  Laura Theodore’s new cookbook, Jazzy Vegetarian Classics: Vegan Twists on American Family Favorites is now available wherever fine books are sold. Laura can presently be seen all acroos America on the Create Channel, every Tuesday and Thursday at 8AM & 2PM EST, check your local listings for times in your area. Dr. Donaghue is a licensed clinical therapist, nationally certified sex therapist and doctor of clinical sexology and human sexuality and he runs his own private practice specializing in individual and couples sex therapy. Dr. Donaghue has been featured in Newsweek, and seen on CNN, OWN, Dr. Drew’s “Lifechangers,” and National Geographic. Dr. Donaghue received his Doctoral degree in Clinical Sexology and Human Sexuality, his Master’s Degree in Clinical Social Work and completed Doctoral training in Clinical Psychology. His first book, “The New Sex,” is due out soon.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Gene Baur who is president and co-founder of Farm Sanctuary. Gene Baur has been hailed as “the conscience of the food movement” by Time magazine. For 25 years, he has traveled extensively, campaigning to raise awareness about the abuses of industrialized factory farming and our cheap food system. Gene has visited hundreds of farms, stockyards, and slaughterhouses documenting the deplorable conditions that exist. His pictures and videos exposing factory farming cruelties have aired nationally and internationally, educating millions about the plight of modern farm animals. His efforts have been covered by top news organizations, including The New York Times, Los Angeles Times, Chicago Tribune, and The Wall Street Journal. Gene’s book, Farm Sanctuary: Changing Hearts and Minds About Animals and Food, was a national bestseller. Gene holds a bachelor’s degree in sociology from California State University, Northridge, and a master’s degree in agricultural economics from Cornell University. Now available: Laura’s new book, Jazzy Vegetarian Classics: Vegan Twists on American Family Favorites.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes vegan baker, author and blogger Hannah Kaminsky to chat about her book Easy as Vegan Pie. Then Laura shares one of her own favorite easy vegan pie recipes from her new book: Jazzy Vegetarian Classics: Vegan Twists on American Family Favorites now available online and in stores wherever fine books are sold! Watch Laura every Tuesday and Thursday on the CREATE Channel. Music today from  Micheal Castaldo & we'll announce details for the chance to win 2 tickets to his October 20th, 2013 concert at the Suffolk Theater in Long Island! To win, be the first to call: 631-256-6515! Then Lanna Potter, author of "Light Asian Salads - Quick and Healthy Vegetarian Recipes" will share  great recipes! Hannah Kaminsky is creator of the award-winning blog BitterSweetBlog.com. She is a baker, writer, photographer. In addition to authoring cookbooks, she contributes to VegNews, Allergic Living, and Laika magazines. Lanna Potter is a cookbook author, model and creator of the website "Light and Easy Vegetarian by Lanna Potter.”  She shares her whole food, plant-based recipes, articles and videos on weight loss and healthy aging.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes the internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health Dr. Pam Popper to talk about how to manage your doctor! Laura is presently celebrating the release of her new book Jazzy Vegetarian Classics: Vegan Twists on American Family Favorites and the fall airing of Jazzy Vegetarian Season 3 on the CREATE channel all across the country. Laura is honored to be featured at the Wellness Forum Fall Health Conference from November 8 to 10, 2013. Click here for more information.  Dr. Pam Popper is featured in every episode of Season Three. Dr. Pam Popper is a naturopath, an internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health and she is the Founder and Executive Director of The Wellness Forum. Dr. Popper is the author of the popular and riveting new book Food Over Medicine. Dr. Popper appears in the feature film documentary, Forks Over Knives, about diet and health and a co-author of the companion book to the film, which appeared on the New York Times bestseller list.

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Today, Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian is celebrating the 200th Jazzy Vegetarian Radio show on Blogtalkradio! Laura chats with blogger, Paul Graham who is the author of Eating Vegan in Vegas, about his views on being vegan and tips from the book. Then we’ll hear from Robin Asbell, who is author of Big Vegan. We’ll share delectable recipes to inspire a happier and healthier kitchen. All month, Laura is celebrating the September release of her new book Jazzy Vegetarian Classics: Vegan Twists on American Family Favorites and the BIG fall premiere of Jazzy Vegetarian Season 3 on the CREATE channel.  Eating Vegan in Vegas, is the story of Paul Graham’s 365-day challenge to eat one vegan meal per day in a restaurant in Las Vegas. Paul toured Las Vegas, eating one vegan meal after another & talking with those who prepare the food or care about a plant-based way of life. In what most people refer to as Sin City, Paul has found another place to admire and love.  Robin Asbell has been creating fabulous food in the homes of private clients for 15 years and writes for magazines like Better Homes & Gardens, Real Food, Vegetarian Times, The Mix.

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Today, Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian will chat with Author and Illustrator Ruby Roth to talk about her new book, V is for Vegan a book for three- to seven-year-olds that introduces the ABCs of a compassionate lifestyle. In additional we’ll welcome Dianne Wenz who is a Holistic Health Counselor, Vegan Lifestyle Coach and Plant Based Diet Nutrition Specialist, as well as an avid cook and baker to talk about all things vegan! All this month, Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian is celebrating the September release of her new book Jazzy Vegetarian Classics: Vegan Twists on American Family Favorites and the BIG fall premiere of Jazzy Vegetarian Season 3 on the CREATE channel all across the country. Ruby Roth is an acclaimed activist, artist, former teacher, and author whose children's books have been featured in the San Francisco Chronicle, The Huffington Post, The Washington Times, Change.org, Glamour, and Wired as well as on The Today Show, FOX, ABC, CNN, and other major media outlets.  Her first book, That's Why We Don't Eat Animals, was published in 2009.

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Today, Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian will chat with popular pianist and vegetarian Sarah Jane Cion, was the 1st Place Winner of the internationally acclaimed 17th Annual Great American Jazz Piano Competition judged by Horace Silver, Kenny Barron and Ellis Marsalis. We’ll chat about her music, recipes and commitment to a vegetarian diet for the past 28 years. All month, Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian is celebrating the September 17th release of her new book Jazzy Vegetarian Classics: Vegan Twists on American Family Favorites and the BIG September 19th premiere of Jazzy Vegetarian Season 3 on the CREATE channel all across the country. About Sarah Jane Cion: Sarah has performed with Clark Terry, Etta Jones, Anita O’Day, Bucky Pizzarelli, and Marion McPartland, among others. Cion played in the Kennedy Center Mary Lou WIlliams Women in Jazz Festival her three CDs include Summer Night, featuring saxophonist Michael Brecker, Moon Song, among the top selling modern jazz albums in Japan, and Indeed! with Antonio Hart. Her music is currently featured on the ABC TV daytime drama All My Children.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian is celebrating the September 17th release of her new book Jazzy Vegetarian Classics: Vegan Twists on American Family Favorites and the BIG, September 19th fall premiere of Jazzy Vegetarian Season 3 on the CREATE channel all across the country. Laura will welcome Dr. Pam Popper, who is featured in every episode of season three. Dr. Popper will talk about many of the fruits and veggies featured this season and we will to share a ‘sneak peek’ recipe from the series! Dr. Pam Popper is a naturopath, an internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health and she is the Founder and Executive Director of The Wellness Forum. Dr. Popper is the author of the popular and riveting new book Food Over Medicine. She is part of Dr. T. Colin Campbell’s teaching team at eCornell, teaching part of a certification course on plant-based nutrition.  Dr. Popper appears in the feature film documentary, Forks Over Knives, about diet and health and she is one of the co-authors of the companion book to the film, which appeared on the New York Times bestseller list.

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Today, Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian will chat with author Betsy Hays and her husband, musician, John Gatti. We’ll chat and explore her exciting new book Riding with the Wind which is her first children’s book–an eco-adventure for all ages! The companion CD to the book was composed by John Gatti and is available for download via iTunes.  Laura Theodore is announcing the September 17th release of her new book Jazzy Vegetarian Classics: Vegan Twists on American Family Favorites and the Septenber 19th premiere of Jazzy Vegetarian Season 3 on the CREATE channel. Betsy Hays is a gardening, nature and business writer and her work has been published in media as diverse as The American Gardener (the publication of the American Horticultural Society), and the New Jersey Institute of Technology. Riding with the Wind is her first children’s book, and she has a second children’s story and an adult botanical murder-mystery ready to publish soon. John Gatti, has been a professional musician, composer and arranger for over 30 years. His original music releases include the CDs, Life Lines, Heart Lines, Destinations, & Riding with the Wind.

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Today, Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian will chat with Colleen Holland who is Associate Publisher and co-creator of VegNews. We’ll hear about trends, great recipes and tips for 2103 from VegNews! Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian is announcing the September 17th release of her new book Jazzy Vegetarian Classics: Vegan Twists on American Family Favorites and the BIG fall premiere of Jazzy Vegetarian Season 3 on the CREATE channel all across the country. Colleen Holland is Associate Publisher of VegNews.  From Vegnews's beginning, Colleen has helped to grow the publication from a 28-page newspaper to an award-winning magazine. A graduate of UCLA and the Natural Gourmet Institute, Colleen has been vegan since 1995 and her background in food, marketing, and brand-building has helped to create a savvy, internationally renowned media company.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes two authors from The Experiment publishing company.  First, Laura will chat with Sharon Palmer, R.D., who is a Freelance Writer and author of The Plant-Powered Diet, named one of the best diet books for the New Year!  We’ll talk about her tips for dining out on a plant-based diet. Then, we'll talk with Reuben Proctor, author of Veganissimo A to Z.  Sharon Palmer: Sharon received her Bachelor of Sciences Degree with Honors from Loma Linda University, California. She enjoyed a diverse 16-year dietetics career with experiences as a clinical and wellness dietitian, food and nutrition services director, and consultant dietitian. Reuben Proctor: Reuben is co-author of Veganissimo  - A to Z. Reuben has been vegan since 2000 and has done translation, consulting, and administrative work for vegan companies and animal rights organizations since 2004. What does Veganissimo mean? It’s a new word to describe someone who is vegan to the highest possible standard. Animal-derived components can sneak into dietary supplements, beer and wine, and electronics. Veganissimo A to Z, helps the aspiring veganissimo to steer clear of those products and reduce their “animal footprint.”

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Dr. Pam Popper to talk about the benefits of late summer and early fall seasonal produce! Dr. Pam Popper is a naturopath, an internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health and she is the Founder and Executive Director of The Wellness Forum. Dr. Popper is the author of several books; including Solving America’s Healthcare Crisis and Food Over Medicine. She is part of Dr. T. Colin Campbell’s teaching team at eCornell, teaching part of a certification course on plant-based nutrition.  Dr. Popper appears in the feature film documentary, Forks Over Knives, about diet and health and she is one of the co-authors of the companion book to the film, which appeared on the New York Times bestseller list.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Victoria Moran to chat about wellness and veganism. Ms. Moran is the author of eleven books, a certified holistic health counselor (HHC, AADP) in private practice, and director of Main Street Vegan Academy, training vegan lifestyle coaches. Her latest book is Main Street Vegan, which VegNews magazine calls “The Vegan Bible, New Testament.” A two-time Oprah! guest, winner of “Vegan of the Year” for 2012, and host of the Main Street Vegan Show on Unity.FM radio, Victoria lives in a green condo in New York City.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes jazz singer and board certified family physician Dr. Miki Purnell. Miki Purnell recently made her notable recording debut with Swingin’ to the Sea and she received her Medical Degree at Okayama University Medical School in Japan. She’ll share her tips on healthy eating with some of the top Asian super foods and we’ll play music from her fabulous CD! Dr. Purnell is a board certified Family Practice Physician. She received her Medical Degree at Okayama University Medical School in Japan and earned her Educational Commission For Foreign Medical Graduate permanent certificate. She completed her family practice residency training at University of Hawaii Family Practice residency Program.  Dr. Purnell's special interests include food as medicine, regular exercise, stress management, integrative medicine, medical journalism and broadcasting, and therapeutic aspects of music, especially singing.  Dr. Purnell is also a singer/voice coach with classical and jazz background. She participated in Kobe Jazz Vocal Queen Contest as a finalist in 2010 and 2012. Her debut album 'Swingin' to the Sea' was recorded with world class jazz giants in 2011 and 2012 and was released in May, 2013 receiving local, national, and international airplays and great reviews from Jazz critiques.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Brian Patton, author of The Sexy Vegan’s Happy Hour at Home: Small Plates, Big Flavors, and Potent Cocktails (New World Library, June 1, 2013). In addition we’ll chat with animator Eugene Hamm, about his 18 minute short Cook For Your Life. When Brian Patton, a regular guy rather than a highfalutin chef, began posting videos on YouTube as his hilarious alter ego, “The Sexy Vegan,” he achieved celebrity status, including a book deal for his first book The Sexy Vegan Cookbook. In his new book, recipes include yamburger sliders, seven-second salsa, cucumber almond dates, and heart of palm ceviche. The book also has innovative delights such as rhubarb pancakes and rhubarb mimosas, because, as Brian writes, it's always 5 o’clock somewhere. Eugene Hamm is an animator whose 18 minute short COOK FOR YOUR LIFE is about a chicken, a pig, and a bull who wake up one morning to find they are the last three animals the farmer hasn't eaten and they have until lunchtime to turn him into a vegetarian. It is part comedy, part cooking show. Hamm is an animator on such shows as The Smurfs, Gumby, Ralph Bakshi's Lord of the Rings, Liquid Television and music videos.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Marty Davey, AKA LaDiva Dietitian to talk about plant-based recipes for kids. Marty Davey, MS, RD, LDN is a registered dietitian with a background in film and television.  She has been working with kids and weight management for almost 10 years and is certified in Childhood Obesity.  She has a private practice based on her work as a weight management researcher for Marywood University and the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine. LaDiva’s latest DVD, FAB Fruit  Festival!, is animated and targeted to kids 4-8.  Not only does it make fruit nutrition easy and fun, but makes chemistry and cooking a BLAST!

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian celebrates July 4th by welcoming Grammy, Latin Grammy and Emmy award winning pianist and composer Michel Camilo to talk about his new CD What's Up? Michel is wrapped in a human being of boundless enthusiasm, musical passion, and love of life. In addition, we’ll chat with Dr. Pam Popper, to talk about the nutritional value and benefits of seasonal stone fruit, which we can find soon in farm markets around the country! Michel Camilo bridges the genres of Jazz, Classical, Popular and World music. He is a pianist with a brilliant technique and a composer who flavors his tunes with the spice of Caribbean rhythms and jazz harmonies. To see him perform live is to witness the energy of a tropical storm being unleashed on 88 keys. Academy Award-winning filmmaker Fernando Trueba, who featured Camilo in his documentary film Calle 54, says: "Michel Camilo is one of the top all-around musicians. Whether it's jazz, classical, Latin American music or film music, Michel is in his element. Every time I see him play, I feel like I'm witnessing a miracle." Dr. Pam Popper is a naturopath, an internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health and she is the Founder and Executive Director of The Wellness Forum. Dr. Popper is the author of several books; including Solving America’s Healthcare Crisis and Food Over Medicine.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Leslie Cerier, “The Organic Gourmet,” who specializes in whole foods and organic cuisine. We’ll talk about her new book: Visionary Cooking: Food for the Eyes. In addition we’ll welcome Grammy Nominee, musician and composer David Chesky to hear about his new CD, The New York Rags. David Chesky's newest release, is the picture-perfect illustration of how artist and company consistently reach for-and deliver-the presentation of music in an über-pristine manner that routinely dazzles. The 18 tracks on The New York Rags, all written and performed solo by Chesky- are at once both timeless and undeniably contemporary. Leslie Cerier’s Visionary Cooking: Food for the Eyes wasco-written by Marc Grossman, OD, L.Ac., a leading holistic eye doctor in practice for over 30 years. Leslie is a chef, author, environmentalist, educator and photographer who has written 6 cookbooks focusing on eating local, seasonal, and organic foods.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Dr. Daniel Nadeau, co-author of The Color Code:  A Revolutionary Eating Plan for Optimum Health to talk about a full day of Jazzy Vegetarian summer menus! We’ll share recipes ideas, meal plans and nutritional information for an easy day of breakfast, lunch and dinner menus to share during the warm weather months! Dr. Dan A. Nadeau is Medical Director of the Diabetes and Endocrinology Associates of York Hospital, York Maine and he is former Assistant Professor of Medicine at Tufts Medical School in Boston. Dr. Nadeau received his medical degree from Tufts University School of Medicine and earned a master's degree in nutrition from Tufts University School of Nutrition and he is the recipient the National Research Service Award. He co-authored the book on nutrition entitled The Color Code:  A Revolutionary Eating Plan for Optimum Health which hails the health benefits of eating brightly colored fruits and vegetables.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Michéal Castaldo, the independent classical-crossover artist who has scheduled his album release just in time for summer with his release of BERGAMOT, A BREATH OF FRESH AIR. We'll chat about his new CD and share great ideas for summer food and entertaining! Michéal Castaldo has been quoted as being…"An amazing Italian tenor"… by Maria Bartiromo of CNBC. Micheal has diverse passions in hospitality, olive oil, aged balsamic vinegar and music production. Knowing this, one can understand the entrepreneurial spirit of Michéal Castaldo and his new album unites all aspects of the artist, his roots to his villa and olive orchard in Calabria and his desire to serve up quality music to feed and now refresh the needs of his listeners. Michéal’s adoration for Olive Oil and his art of making beautiful music, evidenced in his newest release, BERGAMOT, creates the perfect love affair and the ultimate gift to dance the night away under the Mediterranean sky. The Bergamot CD will be available on Amazon.com, I-Tunes.com and select lifestyle stores throughout the USA and Canada.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Dr. Pam Popper to talk about B12 in relation to a plant-based diet! The internationally recognized health expert will give us important information about B12 and our diet. Dr. Pam Popper is a naturopath, an internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health and she is the Founder and Executive Director of The Wellness Forum. Dr. Popper is the author of several books; including Solving America’s Healthcare Crisis and Food Over Medicine. She is part of Dr. T. Colin Campbell’s teaching team at eCornell, teaching part of a certification course on plant-based nutrition.  Dr. Popper appears in the feature film documentary, Forks Over Knives, about diet and health and she is one of the co-authors of the companion book to the film, which appeared on the New York Times bestseller list.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Jenny Brown, co-founder of the nonprofit Woodstock Farm Animal Sanctuary. In addition, we will welcome Cheryl Durzy of The Vegan Vine to share about how Vegan Vine wines are made entirely without any animal products - perfect for summertime wine sipping!  Newsflash: You can now pre-order the companion cookbook to Season Three of Jazzy Vegetarian on PBS:  Jazzy Vegetarian Classics: Vegan Twists on American Family Favorites.  About Jenny Brown: Woodstock Farm Sanctuary cares for more than 200 animal victims of the meat and dairy industry. Jenny’s memoir, The Lucky Ones, is about her journey from cancer survivor to farmed animal advocate. The Lucky Ones, was co-written with Gretchen Primack and it includes animal-friendly recipes. Brown’s passion, resiliency and skill at overcoming obstacles inspires readers to make compassionate food choices as well as recognize that “just one person” can make a difference.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes television star and actress, Rachelle Carson-Begley to discuss her new “Greenest of Everything” website: Begleysbag.com and to talk about building America’s Greenest Home with hubby Ed Begley. Look for the companion cookbook to Season Three:  Jazzy Vegetarian Classics: Vegan Twists on American Family Favorites. (You can pre-order it now!)  Rachelle Carson-Begley and her husband, Ed Begley starred in their own show “Living With Ed” a show about their wonderfully wacky lifestyle that hopefully one day will be more mainstream. Over the years, Rachelle has supported many charities, including Water Keepers, Green Wish, and Alzheimer’s Disease. Rachelle has worked in theater, films and TV for 27 years, and she is hoping for another fifty! In her free time, she loves decorating her home and spending time with her husband Ed and their daughter, Hayden.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes master saxophonist PAUL WINTER who is winner of six Grammy Awards and twelve Grammy nominations. We’ll hear about his 50th Anniversary Anthology album of the Paul Winter Sextet, and his journey as a musician and vegetarian. Look for the companion cookbook to Season Three:  Jazzy Vegetarian Classics: Vegan Twists on American Family Favorites. (You can pre-order it now!) Paul Winter’s musical realm has long embraced the traditions of the world’s cultures, as well as the extraordinary voices of what he refers to as “the greater symphony of the Earth.” His concert tours and recording expeditions have taken him to thirty-seven countries and to wilderness areas on six continents. Winter’s forming of Living Music Records in 1980 has created the recording forum for the exploration of his musical-ecological sound-vision, enabling musicians to record special Earth Music and reach the human community with music of the wider earth community. The timeless music of Living Music Records is usually recorded in Winter’s barn-studio surrounded by protected woodland, sometimes in natural acoustic spaces such as the Grand Canyon, and frequently beneath the vaults of the Cathedral of St John the Divine, the world’s largest Gothic cathedral where the Consort are artists-in-residence. Paul Winter’s Winter and Summer Solstice Celebrations, and Earth Mass performed each Feast of St Francis, are among the most popular seasonal events in New York City.

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Look for the companion cookbook to Season Three:  Jazzy Vegetarian Classics: Vegan Twists on American Family Favorites. (You can pre-order it now!)  Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Sharon Palmer, R.D., Freelance Writer and author of The Plant-Powered Diet, named one of the best diet books for the New Year! We’ll hear about tips for adding more plant-based foods into your diet. By the time she turned 10, Sharon Palmer couldn't stay out of the kitchen. She began baking bread, making granola, and cooking dinner every night for her family. It didn't take long for her to decide that she wanted to pursue a career as a dietitian, a field that could let her interests in food and nutrition take root and flourish. Sharon received her Bachelor of Sciences Degree with Honors from Loma Linda University, California. She enjoyed a diverse 16-year dietetics career with experiences as a clinical dietitian, wellness dietitian, chief clinical dietitian, food and nutrition services director, and consultant dietitian.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian is celebrating the May 1 2013 launch of Season 3 of Jazzy Vegetarian on national public television. Laura welcomes Dr. Pam Popper who is featured again in each episode of the television series. Dr. Popper will talk about many of the fruits and veggies featured this season and Laura will share a ‘sneak peek’ recipe from the series! Season 3 of Jazzy Vegetarian launches nationally on May 1, 2013 via public television stations across the US (check your local listings). After two highly successful seasons, Jazzy Vegetarian returns this season to highlight delicious and easy-to-prepare plant-based recipes, inspired by classic favorite American dishes. Menus include: shish kebabs, burger and fries, spaghetti and ‘wheatballs,’ along with decadent desserts like blueberry ‘cheeze’cake and black forest pecan pie – all vegan of course!!!!  Look for the companion cookbook to this season:Jazzy Vegetarian Classics: Vegan Twists on American Family Favorites. (You can pre-order it now!) Dr. Pam Popper who is a naturopath, an internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health, the Founder and Executive Director of The Wellness Forum. . Dr. Popper is the author of several books; including Solving America’s Healthcare Crisis and her summer 2013 release Food Over Medicine and she is a co-author of the companion book to the film Forks Over Knives which has been on the New York Times bestseller list.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Dr. Janice Stanger author of the book: The Perfect Formula Diet. We’ll hear about toxic chemicals in personal care and cleaning products and how a whole foods, plant-based diet helps protect you against the health effects of toxic chemicals. Look for the companion cookbook to Season Three:  Jazzy Vegetarian Classics: Vegan Twists on American Family Favorites. (You can pre-order it now!) Dr. Stanger has a Ph.D. in Human Development and Aging from University of California, and she is Certified in Plant-Based Nutrition through the T. Colin Campbell Foundation and eCornell University. She holds a M.B.A from the University of California, Berkeley and is author of Vegan From the Inside, the first-of-its kind survey of the experience of being on a plant-based diet. Dr. Stanger spent 14 years critically analyzing scientific findings until perfecting the formula she shares with us in her new book.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes guitarist, Jeff Pevar to talk about his debut CD: From the Core. Jeff is a guitarist, composer, producer, performer and multi-instrumentalist who has brought his unique style on stage and in the studio to such world renowned artists as Crosby, Stills & Nash, Ray Charles, James Taylor, Carly Simon, Kenny Loggins, Joe Cocker, Jefferson Starship, Laura Nyro, David Foster, Rickie Lee Jones, CPR (w/ David Crosby & James Raymond) and many others. Jeff is a sought after session musician who recently completed his first independent movie score. Jeff is constantly involved with many such projects for film and recording. In addition, Laura will chat with Celine Steen who is writer of several cookbooks, the latest being Whole Grain Vegan Baking. Celine has photographed recipes appearing in the cookbooks of several other authors, and has a popular blog: Have Cake Will Travel.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian shares tips and recipes for incorporating spring produce into your mwnu plan. Look for the companion cookbook to Season Three:  Jazzy Vegetarian Classics: Vegan Twists on American Family Favorites. (You can pre-order it now!) Then Laura welcomes producer, director and choreographer James Rocco, whose recent debut CD, It’s Between Us included the hit singleAnd The Night Stood Still. His new CD featuring tunes from the Cole Porter Broadway Songbook will be released this summer.   Jame’s career includes appearances at Carnegie Hall, tours with Herbie Hancock, Wayne Shorter, starring on Broadway in CATS, and touring in JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR. James has participated as a producing partner on “Legally Blonde, The Color Purple, and Edward Scissorhands.” He is responsible for producing, presenting and booking Theatrical Programming at Ordway Center for the Performing Arts and he is a member of SDC, AEA, ASCAP, The Broadway League, National Alliance for Musical Theatre Producers and the Independent Producers’ Network.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Dr. Pam Popper to hear about how we can spring clean our diets! Look for the companion cookbook to Season Three:  Jazzy Vegetarian Classics: Vegan Twists on American Family Favorites. (You can pre-order it now!) The internationally recognized health expert will give us important information and tips for making changes in our diet for a healthier spring! Dr. Pam Popper is a naturopath, an internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health, the Founder and Executive Director of The Wellness Forum. Dr. Popper is the author of several books; including Solving America’s Healthcare Crisis and her summer 2013 release Food Over Medicine and she is a co-author of the companion book to the film Forks Over Knives which has been on the New York Times bestseller list. Plus, for a Jazzy bonus recipe LIKE us on Facebook here! https://www.facebook.com/JazzyVegetarian

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes cookbook authors and chefs Nava Atlas,Leslie Cerier, and Fran Costigan, to hear about how plant-based diets are good for the environment, your heart, your weight, and your overall health. We’ll explore how healthy and delicious this lifestyle can be with these three popular experts. Nava Atlas has written many well-known vegetarian and vegan cookbooks, including Wild About Greens, Vegan Holiday Kitchen, Vegan Soups and Hearty Stews for All Seasons, and Vegan Express. For 25 years, Leslie Cerier, “The Organic Gourmet” has been teaching culinary nutrition and hands-on vegetarian cooking for health and vitality, writing cookbooks focusing on eating local, seasonal, organic foods that are not just good for you, but also delicious and good for the planet. Fran Costigan, pastry chef, culinary instructor, and author, is internationally renowned as the “Queen of Vegan Desserts.” The sumptuous, yet healthy desserts in her cookbook, More Great Good Dairy-Free Desserts Naturally, satisfy vegans and omnivores alike. Vegan Chocolate For Everyone, her highly anticipated new book will launch in fall 2013.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Hannah Kaminsky to chat about sweet vegan desserts and beyond! Hannah is the author of My Sweet Vegan, Vegan a la Mode, and Vegan Desserts, and creator of the award-winning blog BitterSweetBlog.com. She is a baker, writer, and photographer, working towards her BFA in commercial photography. In addition to authoring cookbooks, she contributes regularly to VegNews, Allergic Living, and Laika magazines.  She has developed recipes for “Health in a Hurry” restaurant, as well as food manufacturers such as VitaSoy and So Delicious. Recognized for her talents in many facets of the food industry, she has won accolades from Bravo, VegNews, the Well Fed Network, among others. Hannah has been fine-tuning her sweet tooth since birth, but has only been baking since going vegan at age 14.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes chef Robin Asbell, who is author of Big Vegan and Sweet and Easy Vegan. She has been creating fabulous food in the homes of private clients for 15 years. We’ll share delectable recipes to inspire a happier kitchen and a healthier you and talk about her tips for mindful sating for health and happiness! Robin has been cooking and creating recipes in the Natural foods business since the mid 80’s. After baking and cooking with whole foods in restaurants, delis and Coops for many years, she started working as a Private Chef in the mid-90‘s, creating fabulous food for the fabulous. She also writes for magazines like Better Homes and Gardens, Real Food, Vegetarian Times, Experience Life, Taunton’s Fine Cooking, The Mix, and others.  She blogs at robincooksveg.wordpress.com,  and also posts a weekly soundbite at amillioncooks.com. Robin also teaches popular cooking classes in Minnesota and around the country. www.robinasbell.com.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Dr. Pam Popper to hear about the big three seeds: Chia Seeds, Hemp Seeds and Flax Seeds. The internationally recognized health expert will give us important information about these much talked about seeds. Dr. Popper is a naturopath, an internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health, and she is the Founder and Executive Director of The Wellness Forum. Dr. Popper is the author of several books; including my personal favorite Solving America’s Healthcare Crisis. Dr. Popper has been featured in many documentaries, including the popular film, Forks Over Knives, and she is one of the co-authors of the companion book to the film which appeared on the New York Times bestseller list.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Daniel A. Nadeau, MD, to talk about how he believes that with a healthy vegan diet, people everywhere can turn their lives around. Dr. Nadeau is Medical Director of the Diabetes and Endocrinology Associates of York Hospital, York Maine, and former Assistant Professor of Medicine at Tufts Medical School in Boston, MA.  Dr. Nadeau has engaged in extensive research diabetes medications, as well as in obesity studies, and lectures widely. Dr. Nadeau received his medical degree from Tufts University School of Medicine and earned a master's degree in nutrition from Tufts University School of Nutrition.  Dr. Nadeau is the recipient the National Research Service Award. His publications the co-authored a book on nutrition entitled The Color Code:  A Revolutionary Eating Plan for Optimum Health in collaboration with James Joseph, PhD, of Tufts University and Anne Underwood of Newsweek magazine, on the myriad health benefits of eating brightly colored fruits and vegetables.  Prior to relocating to join the Exeter Hospital medical staff, he was a health reporter on WABI-TV, a CBS affiliate in Maine.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Julie Simon, whose book The Emotional Eater's Repair Manual, is the topic of todays show. Julie will address the mind/body/spirit imbalances that may lead to overeating and weight gain and will offer tips on a non-diet approach. Julie is a Licensed Psychotherapist and Life Coach with a full-time private practice specializing in eating issues, weight loss, body image challenges and associated mood disturbances such as depression and anxiety. Julie holds a Masters Degree in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University, Los Angeles. She has twenty plus years of experience as a psychotherapist, and she is a a Certified Personal Trainer with twenty-five years of experience designing personalized exercise and nutrition programs for various populations. Julie graduated Summa Cum Laude from the University of California, Los Angeles, with both a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology and a Masters Degree in Business Administration.

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Today Laura Theodore the Jazzy Vegetarian, welcomes Christy Morgan to talk abut her new book and share delicious sweet recipes for Valentines Day! Christy is a vegan macrobiotic chef, cooking instructor, cookbook author, and speaker. Her business includes things like healthy cooking classes, lectures, private instruction in people’s homes, consulting and corporate team building. Christy’s first cookbook Blissful Bites (available on Amazon and where books are sold) came out in September. She contributes wellness tips and healthy recipes for various websites like Forks Over Knives, One Green Planet,  Elephant Journal, Happy Cow, and Christina Cooks. Her blog includes delicious cooking videos and recipes, ways in which you can make easy changes in your diet and lifestyle, nutritional information for those flirting with plant-based diets, and anything to do with living a eco-friendly life.

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Today I welcome Dr. Pam Popper to talk about her role in Jazzy Vegetarian on National Public Television! Season 2 features Dr. Pam Popper sharing her wisdom about many of the plant-based foods featured in the series. From  “Rockin’ Moroccan Stew” to “Chocolate Mousse Ginger Pie,” this season ROCKS!Dr. Pam Popper is a naturopath, an internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health, and she is the Founder and Executive Director of The Wellness Forum. Dr. Popper is the author of several books; including Solving America’s Healthcare Crisis and she has been featured in many documentaries, including the popular film, Forks Over Knives. Dr. Popper is one of the co-authors of the companion book to the film which appeared on the New York Times bestseller list.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Alicia Bay Laurel, who is best-known as the author, illustrator and designer of the best-selling book Living on the Earth. Alicia Bay Laurel also makes her way as a vocalist/guitarist/songwriter, visual artist, storyteller, author, teacher, event planner and graphic designer.  She orbits between Arizona, California, Hawaii, Japan and other places, touring in support of her four self-produced music CDs, illustrating clothing and paper items, making folk art from recycled objects, and promoting sustainability, creativity and compassion wherever she goes.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Dr. Pam Popper who will teach us how to age well! Dr. Popper is a naturopath, an internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health, and she is the Founder and Executive Director of The Wellness Forum. Dr. Popper is the author of several books; including Solving America’s Healthcare Crisis and she has been featured in many documentaries, including the popular film, Forks Over Knives. Dr. Popper is one of the co-authors of the companion book to the film which appeared on the New York Times bestseller list. Note: This is a repeat of a fan favorite show.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Dr. Janice Stanger author of the book: The Perfect Formula Diet. We’ll hear about how you can eat a whole foods, plant-based diet for three weeks and feel better! Dr. Stanger has a Ph.D. in Human Development and Aging from University of California, and she is Certified in Plant-Based Nutrition through the T. Colin Campbell Foundation and eCornell University. She holds a M.B.A from the University of California, Berkeley and is author of Vegan From the Inside, the first-of-its kind survey of the experience of being on a plant-based diet. Dr. Stanger spent 14 years critically analyzing scientific findings until perfecting the formula she shares with us in her new book. Note: This is a repeat of a fan favorite show

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Today, Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian will chat with Colleen Holland who is Associate Publisher and co-creator of VegNews. Colleen will share great recipes, tips, ideas and all the newest news from VegNews! We’ll hear about up and coming vegan cookbooks, along with food and beauty care trends for 2013!  Colleen Holland is Associate Publisher and co-creator of VegNews. From Vegnews's beginning, Colleen has helped to grow the publication from a 28-page newspaper to an award-winning magazine. A graduate of UCLA and the Natural Gourmet Institute, Colleen has been vegan since 1995 and her background in food, marketing, and brand-building has helped to create a savvy, internationally renowned media company.

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Today the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Dr. Pam Popper’s to hear the internationally recognized health expert’s best advice for getting on the path to a healthier lifestyle in the New Year. how to do it! Dr. Pam Popper is a naturopath, an internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health, and the Executive Director of The Wellness Forum.  The company offers educational programs designed to assist individuals in changing their health outcomes through improved diet and lifestyle habits; to assist employers in reducing the costs of health insurance and medical care for employees; and to educate health care professionals about how to use diet and lifestyle for preventing, reversing, and stopping the progression of degenerative disease.

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Today Laura Theodore the Jazzy Vegetarian, welcomes superstar entertainer and vegan, Michael Feinstein to celebrate the holiday season with music from his fabulous CDs and to discuss his views on being vegan. I’ll share my jazzylicious menu plan for hosting a fabulous eco-chic New Year’s eve party. In addition, I'll speak with Joanne Rose about her new project with actor Eric Roberts! Michael Feinstein is the multi-platinum-selling, five-time Grammy-nominated entertainer dubbed “The Ambassador of the Great American Songbook.” Mr. Feinstein’s fabulous CD entitled The Sinatra Project, Vol II: The Good Life, debuted at #7 on the Traditional Jazz chart. His captivating book, The Gershwins and Me: A Personal History in Twelve Songs was recently released and his NPR radio show Song Travels with Michael Feinstein explores the legendary songs of 20th century America. His PBS special is entitled Michael Feinstein The Sinatra Legacy. More than simply a performer, Mr. Feinstein is nationally recognized for his commitment to celebrating America’s popular song and preserving its legacy for the next generation.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes recording artist, producer, director and choreographer James Rocco,  who shares a fabulous Ginger Sweet Potato recipe! We'll hear 2 songs from his festive new holiday CD, Cold Enough 4 U?.  In addition, we’ll chat with Taja Sevelle who launched the Urban Farming Global Food Chain and inspired homeowners to grow gardens of their own. James Rocco’s recent CD, It’s Between Us, has received rave reviews and his new Holiday CD is just out.  Rocco is responsible for producing, presenting and booking Theatrical Programming at Ordway Center for the Performing Arts.  James has participated as a producing partner on “Legally Blonde, The Color Purple, Curtains and Edward Scissorhands.” Mr. Rocco is a member of SDC, AEA, ASCAP, The Broadway League, and the Independent Producers’ Network. Singer-songwriter Taja Sevelle launched the Urban Farming Global Food Chain and inspired homeowners to grow gardens of their own. Taja made a name for herself in the late ’80s with her first single, “Love Is Contagious,” but it wasn’t until she flew into Detroit to cut a record in 1998 that she realized her true calling. Taja launched Urban Farming with $5,000 of her own money and inspired homeowners to grow gardens of their own.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes  singer-songwriter and vegetarian Laura Cheadle to chat about her music and fabulous recipes! In addition I’ll chat with James Costello, founder of Palloncino Verde which is an eco-style vegan handbag collection.  Singer-songwriter and vegetarian, Laura Cheadle, has four successful albums out, including a Christmas Album. Laura has opened for The Jonas Brothers, Spin Doctors, Garland Jeffreys, John Oates/Hall and Oates, and Average White Band amoung others. Cheadle has been featured on ABC “TUNED IN" segment and NBC 10. Her music has been featured on the Hit Radio Station 93.7 where she was voted as "Best Female Singer of 2009" and "Best Female Artist of 2010." Because of her active charity work, Laura was named a "Super Woman of South Jersey" in South Jersey Magazine. Cheadle recently appeared and performed on the NBC 10! Jim Costello has designed hundreds of products in the marketplace and has now taken his sense of style into fashion accessories.  Mr. Costello is an Industrial Designer with a Master of Design from the Domus Academy in Milan, Italy."Excellence in design and high quality materials have always been my passion.  I believe in creating timeless designs that bring you lasting style."

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian talks about Healthy Eating for the Holidays with Dr. Pam Popper. We’ll share some great tips for holiday celebrations and chat with Dr. Popper about healthy foods to eat throughout the season Chef Del Sroufe, author of the new cookbook Forks Over Knives – The Cookbook, will join us to share fabulous holiday recipe ideas. Dr. Pam Popper is a naturopath, an internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health, and the Executive Director of The Wellness Forum. Dr. Popper is the author of several books she is part of Dr. T. Colin Campbell’s teaching team at eCornell, teaching part of a certification course on plant-based nutrition.  Dr. Popper appears in the feature film documentary, Forks Over Knives, about diet and health and she is one of the co-authors of the companion book to the film, which appeared on the New York Times bestseller list. Del Sroufe is chef and author of the new cookbook Forks Over Knives – The Cookbook is the man behind some of the mouthwatering meals in the Forks Over Knives film. Chef Del transforms wholesome fruits, vegetables, grains, and legumes into 300 recipes—classic and unexpected, globally and seasonally inspired, and for every meal of the day, all through the year.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Nava Atlas, author of the new book Vegan Holiday Kitchen. Nava will join us to chat up her recipes for creating plant-based, culinary holiday bliss. In addition I will welcome super star bassist, Marcus McLaurine, who is a composer, leader and sideman to play his music and talk about his new CD, One Mind with group Native Soul. Nava Atlas brilliantly shares her vegan holiday repertoire with more than 200 delectable, completely doable recipes for every festive occasion in her fabulous book: Vegan Holiday Kitchen. The book addresses everything from Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, and Christmas --to celebratory brunches, lunches, dinners, potlucks, and buffets. Nava is the author and illustrator of many well-known cookbooks, including Vegan Express, Vegan Soups, and The Vegetarian Family Cookbook. Have yourself a happy vegan holiday! Her new book is called Wild About Greens and we’ll hear about that too!

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Jill Nussinow, a.k.a. The Veggie Queen to chat about great recipes for the holidays and beyond!  Jill Nussinow is a Registered Dietitian who has been teaching vegetarian cooking at Santa Rosa Junior College, in Sonoma County and throughout the country since 1985. Her award-winning cookbook, The Veggie Queen: Vegetables Get the Royal Treatment, was published in 2005. She has several DVDs available, including Creative Lowfat Vegan Cuisine and her pressure cooking DVD, Pressure Cooking: A Fresh Look, Delicious Dishes in Minutes. Jill is a vegetarian, vegetable and plant-food expert. You can find out more about Jill at her website www.theveggiequeen.com. Jill is offering a discount on her newest book until Dec 21st! Type in JAZZ20 at checkout! More information click here.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Guitarist of the Year and Vegetarian, Johannes Linstead  to talk about his new CD Tales of a Gypsy. Laura will share some of her top tips and menu ideas for meat-free holiday celebrations!  From being named “Guitarist of the Year”, to winning six “Best Album” awards, four top-ten Billboard charting albums, and top-ten radio airplay, Johannes has become recognized as one of the best selling guitarists in the Instrumental and World Music genres. His previous CD CAFE TROPICAL reached the #1 position on the eMusic.com World Music Chart and reached #4 on the Billboard music charts in the US. His new recording, MISTICO, won two ZMR Awards and ranked #1 on eMusic.com’s “World Music” and “Jazz/Blues” charts. The album explores the many nuances of the Spanish guitar.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Dr. Pam Popper to talk about her role in Season 2 of Jazzy Vegetarian on National Public Television! Season 2 features Dr. Pam Popper sharing her wisdom about many of the plant-based foods featured in the series. From  “Rockin’ Moroccan Stew” to “Chocolate Mousse Ginger Pie,” this season ROCKS!Dr. Pam Popper is a naturopath, an internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health, and she is the Founder and Executive Director of The Wellness Forum. Dr. Popper is the author of several books; including Solving America’s Healthcare Crisis and she has been featured in many documentaries, including the popular film, Forks Over Knives. Dr. Popper is one of the co-authors of the companion book to the film which appeared on the New York Times bestseller list.

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Due to Hurricane Sandy, we were unable to broadcast live this week. We look forward to being back live next week! Many thanks! Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian celebrates the Best of Jazzy Vegetarian Radio and welcomes Gurmukh Kaur Kalsa co-founder of Golden Bridge. Gurmukh is the co-founder and co-director of Golden Bridge Nite Moon, Los Angeles’ and New York Citys’s premier center for the study and practice of Kundalini Yoga and Meditation. Since being baptized 42 years ago with the Sikh spiritual name that means “One who helps people across the world ocean,” Gurmukh has dedicated her life to fulfilling her namesake. For more than four decades, students in Los Angeles and from around the world have sought out her classes in Kundalini Yoga, Meditation, and Pre- and Post-Natal care.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Caroline Dupont, a holistic nutritionist, who will share a wealth of wisdom about the subtle energies food has on our bodies and spirit. Caroline Dupont is author THE NEW ENLIGHTENED EATING which brings to our attention inspirational and practical information that will deepen our understanding of our relationship to food and the world we live in. Caroline is a certified yoga instructor, a registered holistic nutritionist; and she has a master’s degree in exercise physiology.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Julieanna Hever, the Plant-Based Dietitian back to the show.   We’ll hear about the plant–based diet, including information about processed and refined foods. Julieanna Hever, MS, RD, CPT, is a passionate advocate of following a whole food, plant-based diet-the established effects of which provide positive healthful benefits. Julieanna is the author of the best-selling book, The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Plant-Based Nutrition, and the nutrition columnist for VegNews Magazine. She is co-author of the new book, The Complete Idiot's Guide to Gluten-Free Vegan Cooking. Julieanna was recently featured on The Dr. Oz Show  and on numerous radio shows, and has lectured extensively internationally. She is published in prominent journals, magazines, blogs, and newsletters. Her work as Executive Director of EarthSave, International, has provided an opportunity for Julieanna to bring plant-based nutrition to the forefront to improve the current global health crisis.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Del Sroufe, author of the new cookbook Forks Over Knives – The Cookbook is the man behind some of the mouthwatering meals in the Forks Over Knives film. Chef Del proves that the Forks Over Knives philosophy is not about what you can’t eat, but what you can. We’ll share great cooking tips and recipes for embracing a plant based diet. Chef Del and his collaborators Julieanna Hever, Judy Micklewright, Isa Chandra Moskowitz, and Darshana Thacker transform wholesome fruits, vegetables, grains, and legumes into 300 recipes—classic and unexpected, globally and seasonally inspired, and for every meal of the day, all through the year. Music today by bassist, Marcus McLaurine, who is a composer, leader and sideman. Marcus has become one of the most sought-after artists in jazz, sharing bandstands with Dizzy Gillespie, Kenny Burrell, James Moody, Dame Cleo Laine, Joe Williams, Jon Hendricks, Abbey Lincoln, and the Count Basie Orchestra.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Dr. Pam Popper to talk about the effect of carcinogens on cancer. Dr Pam Popper is Founder and Executive Director of The Wellness Forum. Dr. Popper is a naturopath, an internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health and she is the author of several books. Dr. Popper serves on the Physician’s Steering Committee for the Physicians’ Committee for Responsible Medicine and she appears in the acclaimed film, Forks Over Knives, about diet and health. Dr. Popper says that "People are very concerned about cancer – the incidence of cancer is going up rather than down, and there has been no change in the death rate from metastasized cancer.  So, preventing cancer is the key, and many are confused about what really causes cancer." On this show, Dr. Pam Popper will try to clear up some of the confusion on this issue.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes American Choreographer and Vegan, Chase Brock  to hear about his role as choreographer for the hit Broadway show: Spider-Man Turn Off the Dark. Chase Brock is an American choreographer working in theater, modern dance, ballet, opera, television, film and video games. Theater choreography includes the Broadway productions of Spider-Man Turn Off the Dark (with music and lyrics by Bono and The Edge) and this season’s upcoming Picnic revival (Roundabout Theatre Company, directed by Sam Gold). In modern dance and ballet, Brock has choreographed more than 25 dances for his Brooklyn-based contemporary dance company The Chase Brock Experience, including American Sadness, Curious Episode, The Four Seasons, Good Breeding, Junk and Lies, Mirror Mirror, and Whoa, Nellie!.  For television, Brock has choreographed segments for “Late Show with David Letterman” and “The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade” and the CBS special “Broadway Under the Stars.” For more information, please visit chasebrock.com and chasebrockexperience.com. MUSIC today by Micheal Castaldo.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Two-time, Best-Selling author, Robert Cheeke, to talk about his switch from bodybuilding to running and general fitness. In addition,  Laurie Sadowski, author of the book: Allergy-Free Cook Bakes Bread, will chat about fabulous baked goods recipes! Robert Cheeke is an Amazon.com best-selling author of the book “Vegan Bodybuilding & Fitness, The Complete Guide to Building Your Body on a Plant-Based Diet.” Robert is one of VegNews Magazine's Most Influential Vegan Athletes and he tours North America giving talks about his story transforming from a skinny farm kid, to champion vegan bodybuilder. Roberts work includes running his business: “Vegan Bodybuilding and Fitness,” writing books, documentaries, spreading the vegan way of life, leading by example as an accomplished vegan athlete. Laurie Sadowski is the author of the Allergy-Free Cook Bakes Bread, and regularly pens a monthly vegan food column in her local newspaper.  In addition to spending time in the kitchen, she promotes balanced living through her job as a certified personal trainer and nutrition and wellness specialist. Between jobs, cooking, baking, and writing, Laurie continues her research as a musicologist in avant-garde music and art, while regularly volunteering within her community.”

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian hosts an in-depth interview with popular Bones actress Emily Deschanel. We’ll hear about the 8th season of Bones and about how Ms. Deschanel is passionately involved with the Farm Sanctuary, working to end cruelty to farm animals and promoting compassionate living through rescue, education and advocacy. Deschanel is also involved with the Humane Society and Women for Women International. An actress with talent and poise, Emily Deschanel has built an impressive list of credits throughout her career, challenging herself with each new role. Deschanel stars on FOX's hit sci-fi procedural drama, Bones, opposite David Boreanaz which is currently in its 7th season. Music today, BETTER DAYS from Season one of Jazzy Vegetarian on Public Televsion, featuring Laura Theodore on vocals, Don Rebic Piano.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Dr. Pam Popper to hear all about protein! Dr. Pam Popper is a naturopath, an internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health, and she is the Founder and Executive Director of The Wellness Forum. Dr. Popper is the author of several books; including Solving America’s Healthcare Crisis and she has been featured in many documentaries, including the popular film, Forks Over Knives. Dr. Popper is one of the co-authors of the companion book to the film which appeared on the New York Times bestseller list. Join us on the Jazzy Vegetarian Cruise and be sure to catch Jazzy Vegetarian on Television too!!

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes  singer-songwriter and vegetarian Laura Cheadle to chat about her music and fabulous recipes! Is Laura Cheadle a New Jersey native, who already has four successful albums out, including a Christmas Album. Laura has opened for The Jonas Brothers, Spin Doctors, Garland Jeffreys, John Oates/Hall and Oates, and Average White Band amoung others. Cheadle has been featured on ABC “TUNED IN" segment and NBC 10. Her music has been featured on the Hit Radio Station 93.7 voted Laura "Best Female Singer of 2009" and "Best Female Artist of 2010." Because of her active charity work, Laura was named a "Super Woman of South Jersey" in South Jersey Magazine. Laura recently appeared and performed on the NBC 10! Be sure to catch Jazzy Vegetarian on Television!

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Today, LAURA THEODORE, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Janice Stanger, Ph.D., author of the book: The Perfect Formula Diet. We’ll hear about how you can eat a whole foods, plant-based diet for three weeks and feel like you just won the lottery. Dr. Stanger has a Ph.D. in Human Development and Aging from University of California, San Francisco and she is Certified in Plant-Based Nutrition through the T. Colin Campbell Foundation and eCornell University. She holds a M.B.A from University of California, Berkeley. She is author of Vegan From the Inside, the first-of-its kind survey of the experience of being on a plant-based diet. Dr. Stanger spent 14 years critically analyzing scientific findings until perfecting the formula she shares with us in her new book.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Lisette Oropesa to hear great music and chat about eating vegan “on the road.” Laura will share her Jazzy Tips for snacks and meals that travel well! Soprano Lisette Oropesa has been hailed by The New York Times as an artist with a “magnetic” stage presence, and an “attractively silky, and flexible timbre.” The 2011-12 season sees her debut with the San Francisco Opera as Romilda in Xerxes, followed by Miranda in the new Baroque pastiche The Enchanted Island with the Metropolitan Opera (conducted by William Christie), Konstanze in Die Entführung aus dem Serail with Pittsburgh Opera and Ismene in a revival of Mitridate, rè di Ponto with the Bayerische Staatsoper, Munich. In concert, Ms . Oropesa appeared in Messiah (Part I) with the New Choral Society, made a notable debut with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra in Carmina Burana conducted by Riccardo Muti, and presented a duo recital with baritone Brian Mulligan for the George London Foundation at the Morgan Library. In the summer she will perform Schubert’s Der Hirt auf dem Felsen with the Mostly Mozart Festival at Lincoln Center. Be sure to catch Jazzy Vegetarian on Television too!!

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Katherine Leiner, author of "Growing Roots: The New Generation of Sustainable Farmers, Cooks and Activists." The book focuses on who's growing our food these days. With consumers turning their attentions from the manufactured to the local and organic, Katherine Leiner goes in search of how growing food in America is changing. What she finds is surprising: a highly educated generation—many of whom were not born into that life—are redefining agriculture. Katherine Leiner has been writing since she was a child. She has published many award-winning books for children and young adults and, more recently, her first novel for adults, Digging Out, published by Penguin. She is working on another novel due out in 2012. Season 2 of Jazzy Vegetarian launches nationally via public television stations starting July 1, 2012 (check your local listings) and features 13 half-hour episodes serving up mouthwatering, vegan menus for anybody looking for delicious, nutritious food. Each show features Dr. Pam Popper of Forks Over Knives! From  “Rockin’ Moroccan Stew” to “Chocolate Mousse Ginger Pie,” this season ROCKS!

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Dr. Pam Popper to hear about soy! The reknowned Founder and Executive Director of The Wellness Forum, Dr. Pam Popper will share facts and myths about soy and soy products. Dr. Popper is a naturopath, an internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health and she is the author of several books. Dr. Popper serves on the Physician’s Steering Committee for the Physicians’ Committee for Responsible Medicine. In addition, is part of Dr. T. Colin Campbell’s teaching team at eCornell, teaching part of a certification course on plant-based nutrition.  Dr. Popper has been featured in many widely distributed documentaries, and appears in the new film, Forks Over Knives, about diet and health, which recently opened in major theaters nationwide. Dr. Popper is one of the co-authors of the companion book to the film, which appeared on the New York Times bestseller list. NEWSFLASH:Season 2 of Jazzy Vegetarian launches nationally via public television stations starting July 1, 2012 (check your local listings) and features 13 half-hour episodes serving up mouthwatering, vegan menus for anybody looking for delicious, nutritious food. Each show features Dr. Pam Popper of Forks Over Knives! From  “Rockin’ Moroccan Stew” to “Chocolate Mousse Ginger Pie,” this season ROCKS!

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Amber Shea Crawley to chat about raw and partially raw recipes. Amber Shea Crawley’s fabulous cookbook, Practically Raw: Flexible Raw Recipes Anyone Can Make is 100% vegan and debuted in March 2012. Amber is a linguist, chef, and author specializing in healthful vegan and raw food. Known for her flexible recipes and friendly voice, she was classically trained in the art of gourmet living cuisine at the world-renowned Matthew Kenney Academy, graduating in 2010 as a certified raw and vegan chef. In 2011, she earned her Nutrition Educator certification at the Living Light Culinary Arts Institute. Amber blogs at AlmostVeganChef.com and can be found on Facebook and Twitter.   NEWSFLASH:Season 2 of Jazzy Vegetarian launches nationally via public television stations starting July 1, 2012 (check your local listings) and features 13 half-hour episodes serving up mouthwatering, vegan menus for anybody looking for delicious, nutritious food. Each show features Dr. Pam Popper of Forks Over Knives! From  “Rockin’ Moroccan Stew” to “Chocolate Mousse Ginger Pie,” this season ROCKS!

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes author Ken Babal to talk about mushrooms and share great recipes. We’ll talk about his book: Mushrooms for Health and Longevity. Music today by Grégoire Maret who has emerged as a unique and compelling new voice across a wide spectrum of the modern jazz world. His chosen instrument - the harmonica and the extensive list of heavy- hitters who have enlisted him for their own projects is unparalleled: Herbie Hancock, Pat Metheny, Cassandra Wilson, and Marcus Miller are some of his most prominent employers, none of whom have the patience to employ novelty for novelty's sake. Ken Babal is a licensed clinical nutritionist with over 25 years experience. He is a former instructor for Southern California School of Culinary Arts. Ken Babal has written over 100 articles that have appeared in many popular publications including Let's Live, Taste for Life and Doctors' Prescription for Healthy Living. He is co-author with Shari Lieberman, Ph.D. of Maitake Mushroom. Ken appears in the Discovery Health Channel documentary Alternatives Uncovered and E! TV's The High Price of Fame: Starved!. As a professional musician and drummer, Ken became interested in nutrition as a means of realizing one's optimum potential. NEWSFLASH: Season 2 of Jazzy Vegetarian launched nationally via public television stations starting July 1, 2012 (check your local listings)!

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Jennifer Suhr, to talk about some tips for adding more plant-based meals into your weekly menu plan. Jennifer Suhr, RN, BSN, MBA has a passion for good food and good health. She became vegetarian 16 years ago and began researching the benefits of a vegetarian diet, and the correlation between peoples’ eating habits, environments, and disease. Pursuing a career in health, she attended nursing school and worked in a large metro hospital but soon realized that conventional medicine was not the right fit. She believed in a natural holistic approach to health and wellness. Jennifer and her husband had two daughters who were born blind because of a rare genetic disorder. She resigned from her job at the hospital and looked for a way to uplift humanity’s consciousness of health from home where she could care for her children at the same time. In 2011, she created HappyHealthyVegetarian.com, a vegetarian meal planning website to educate, inspire, and ease the burden of meal planning for vegetarians. NEWSFLASH:Season 2 of Jazzy Vegetarian launches nationally via public television stations starting July 1, 2012 (check your local listings) and features 13 half-hour episodes serving up mouthwatering, vegan menus for anybody looking for delicious, nutritious food. Each show features Dr. Pam Popper of Forks Over Knives! From  “Rockin’ Moroccan Stew” to “Chocolate Mousse Ginger Pie,” this season ROCKS!

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian celebrates the July 1, 2012 premiere of Season 2 of Jazzy Vegetarian on National Public Television! In addition, on the show today Laura shares her fabulous summer BBQ recipes that are featured on PBS food!  Season 2 features 13 half-hour episodes serving up classic, mouthwatering, family style menus for anybody looking for delicious, nutritious food. Laura Theodore, the stylish Jazzy Vegetarian, whose passion for easy and delicious vegan cooking shines in each episode, delights vegetarian and non-vegetarian health conscious people of all ages. Laura's elegance and culinary acumen are attracting public television viewers nationwide. Cooks will find the ingredients wherever they shop, and Laura’s step-by-step instructions make preparing healthy vegan food easy. From the “Rockin’ Moroccan Stew” to “Chocolate Mousse Ginger Pie,” Laura leads the viewer on a down-to-earth path to a heavenly feast. In addtion, Season 2 of Jazzy Vegetarian  features Dr. Pam Popper of Forks Over Knives.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Kerry O'Malley to talk about her many acting roles on Broadway, film and television.  On Broadway Kerry has appeared as Betty Haynes in Irving Berlin's White Christmas, and as The Baker's Wife in the 2002 revival of Into the Woods (Outer Critics Circle, Drama Desk nominations). She portrayed Sharone Stein in the 2011 revival of On A Clear Day You Can See Forever. On television she  has appeared recurring as Kate the Bartender on Showtime's Shameless, Mary-Kate Martinson on the Showtime drama Brotherhood and she was a series regular on Costello on Fox and The Mike O'Malley Show on NBC. Her many guest star appearances include Boardwalk Empire, The Mentalist, Criminal Minds, Law & Order,  My Name is Earl and many more. On film Kerry has appeared Case 39. NEWSFLASH:Season 2 of Jazzy Vegetarian launches nationally via public television stations starting July 1, 2012 (check your local listings) and features 13 half-hour episodes serving up mouthwatering, vegan menus for anybody looking for delicious, nutritious food. Each show features Dr. Pam Popper of Forks Over Knives! From  “Rockin’ Moroccan Stew” to “Chocolate Mousse Ginger Pie,” this season ROCKS!

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Julieanna Hever, the Plant-Based Dietitian back to the show.   We’ll hear more about plant–based diet information. Julieanna Hever, MS, RD, CPT, is a passionate advocate of following a whole food, plant-based diet-the established effects of which provide positive healthful benefits. Julieanna is the author of the best-selling book, The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Plant-Based Nutrition, and the nutrition columnist for VegNews Magazine. She is the co-author of the new book, The Complete Idiot's Guide to Gluten-Free Vegan Cooking, which she wrote with Chef Beverly Lynn Bennett. Julieanna was recently featured on The Dr. Oz Show and Reluctantly Healthy, co-stars on The Chef and The Dietitian, on numerous radio shows, and has lectured extensively internationally.  Join us on the Jazzy Vegetarian Cruise! NEWSFLASH:Season 2 of Jazzy Vegetarian launches nationally via public television stations starting July 1, 2012 (check your local listings) and features 13 half-hour episodes serving up mouthwatering, vegan menus for anybody looking for delicious, nutritious food. From  “Rockin’ Moroccan Stew” to “Chocolate Mousse Ginger Pie,” this season ROCKS!

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Ruby Roth to talk about her new book, Vegan Is Love. Ruby Roth is an author-illustrator and activist living in Los Angeles. A vegan since 2003, she was teaching art in an after-school program when the children’s interest in healthy foods and veganism first inspired her to write her first book in 2009. Featured on CNN, FOX, NBC's Today Show, and other major media outlets,  Roth has received international attention for her sensitive, yet frank advocacy of a vegan diet and lifestyle. Complementing her degrees in art and American Studies, she has researched animal agriculture, health, nutrition, and the benefits of a plant-based diet for nearly a decade.  As a vegan consultant and speaker, Roth offers presentations such as "The Transformative Power of Veganism" and "A New Generation: Teaching Kids to Love Deeply, Think Critically, and Act Responsibly." Join us on the Jazzy Vegetarian Cruise! NEWSFLASH:Season 2 of Jazzy Vegetarian launches nationally via public television stations starting July 1, 2012 (check your local listings) and features 13 half-hour episodes serving up mouthwatering, vegan menus for anybody looking for delicious, nutritious food. Each show features Dr. Pam Popper of Forks Over Knives! From  “Rockin’ Moroccan Stew” to “Chocolate Mousse Ginger Pie,” this season ROCKS!

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarianwelcomes Dr. Pam Popper to talk more about Superfoods! The reknowned Founder and Executive Director of The Wellness Forum, Dr. Pam Popper will share information about top superfoods such as sprouts, soy foods, green tea, cruciferous vegetables, and much more! Dr. Popper is a naturopath, an internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health, and she is the Founder and Executive Director of The Wellness Forum. Dr. Popper is the author of several books; including Solving America’s Healthcare Crisis and she has been featured in many documentaries, including the popular film, Forks Over Knives. Dr. Popper is one of the co-authors of the companion book to the film which appeared on the New York Times bestseller list. NEWSFLASH:Season 2 of Jazzy Vegetarian launches nationally via public television stations starting July 1, 2012 (check your local listings) and features 13 half-hour episodes serving up mouthwatering, vegan menus for anybody looking for delicious, nutritious food. Each show features Dr. Pam Popper of Forks Over Knives! From  “Rockin’ Moroccan Stew” to “Chocolate Mousse Ginger Pie,” this season ROCKS!

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Vegetarian Nellie McKay who has won a Theatre World Award for her portrayal of Polly Peachum in the Broadway production of The Threepenny Opera and performed onscreen in the film PS I Love You. We’ll chat about her new CD, Home Sweet Mobile Home and we’ll share fun recipes! McKay has written original music for the Rob Reiner film Rumor Has It and has contributed to the New York Times Book Review. Her music has also been heard on the TV shows Weeds, Grey’s Anatomy, NCIS, Privileged and Nurse Jackie.Nellie has appeared on numerous TV shows including Late Show with David Letterman (with the Brooklyn Philharmonic), The View, Late Night with Conan O’Brien, Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson, Live with Regis & Kelly and CBS Saturday Morning. Nellie recently finished contributing to the soundtrack for the HBO series Boardwalk Empire.  A recipient of The Humane Society’s Doris Day Music Award in recognition of her dedication to animal rights, Nellie is known as an outspoken and fierce advocate for feminism, civil rights and other deeply felt progressive ideals.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Julieanna Hever, MS, RD, CPT, also known as the Plant-Based Dietitian. We’ll hear about plant–based diet information and share great recipes. Julieanna is a passionate advocate of following a whole food, plant-based diet-the established effects of which provide positive healthful benefits. Julieanna is the author of the best-selling book, The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Plant-Based Nutrition, and the nutrition columnist for VegNews Magazine. She is the co-author of the new book, The Complete Idiot's Guide to Gluten-Free Vegan Cooking, which she wrote with Chef Beverly Lynn Bennett. Julieanna was recently featured on The Dr. Oz Show and Reluctantly Healthy, co-stars on The Chef and The Dietitian, on numerous radio shows, and has lectured extensively internationally. She is published in prominent journals, magazines, blogs, and newslettersHer work as the Executive Director of EarthSave, International, has also provided an opportunity for Julieanna to bring whole food, plant-based nutrition to the forefront of efforts to improve the current global health crisis.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian shares some of her favorite recipes for spring! She’ll chat with Leslie Cerier, “The Organic Gourmet,” who specializes in whole foods and organic cuisine. We’ll talk about some of her favorite plant-based foods and recipes for spring! Leslie Cerier, “The Organic Gourmet” is a chef, author, environmentalist, educator and photographer.Leslie specializes in local, seasonal, whole foods and organic cuisine. She is a pioneer and national authority on gluten-free cooking and baking. Leslie teaches “hands-on” vegetarian cooking classes in some of the most prestigious centers of holistic evolution and organic lifestyle. Her cookbooks, workshops, personal coaching and creative approach to culinary nutrition blends delicious whole foods that nurture your health and vitality, enhance the immune system, keeps your bones strong, rejuvenates your senses, and helps you maintain a healthy lifestyle, while lessening your carbon footprint.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian shares a four- course vegan Mother's Day Menu! She'll welcome Betsy DiJulio who is author of The Blooming Platter Cookbook: A Harvest of Seasonal Vegan Recipes. We'll hear about great recipes and food choices for spring! Music today by Lance Horne! The cookbook helps you cook with what’s in season throughout the year. Betsy is an artist, journalist, teacher, and innovator in vegan cooking. The recipes in her book are arranged by the season and focus on using seasonal produce in creative and delicious recipes. A vegan blogger and freelance writer, Betsy DiJulio wrote “The Veggie Table” column for Norfolk, VA’s Virginian-Pilot newspaper. A lifetime cooking enthusiast, Betsy has worked as a caterer and taught private cooking classes in Hampton Roads Virginia and has won recipe competitions. As a freelance writer, DiJulio focuses on topics of vegan and organic food, art, home and garden design, and “green” initiatives. A practicing artist, DiJulio is a full-time art teacher in Virginia Beach.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomesDr. Pam Popperwho will teach us how to age well! Dr. Popper is a naturopath, an internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health, and she is the Founder and Executive Director of The Wellness Forum. Dr. Popper is the author of several books; including Solving America’s Healthcare Crisis and she has been featured in many documentaries, including the popular film, Forks Over Knives. Dr. Popper is one of the co-authors of the companion book to the film which appeared on the New York Times bestseller list.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes award-winning songwriter, producer and recording artist, Michéal Castaldo who recently released his fabulous CD entitled "Olive You."  The album serves up five delectable classic tracks along with previously released and re-mastered songs handpicked by Micheal who also serves as producer and executive producer of the album along with co-producer and long-time collaborator, Stein B. Svendsen co-writer of the top hit, Pray'r. We'll be featuring Micheal's music throughout the show! I'll share my JAZZY LICIOUS Tamari Almond Recipe too!

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Guitarist of the Year and Vegetarian, Johannes Linstead to talk about his career as an award-winning guitarist and recording artist, his new CD MISTICO and his passion for vegetarian food. From being named “Guitarist of the Year”, to winning six “Best Album” awards, to four top-ten Billboard charting albums, to top-ten radio airplay, Johannes Linstead has become recognized internationally as one of the best selling guitarists and composers in the Instrumental and World Music genres. Johannes is an “Influential Artist” with Yamaha Corporation of America, the largest musical instrument manufacturer in the world. On stage and on his recordings, Johannes lets loose a fiesta of Spanish guitar magic! MISTICO, Johannes’ latest release, has taken his career to new heights, winning two titles in the ZMR Awards being named “Best World Album” and “Best Instrumental Album – Acoustic” plus ranking in the #1 position on eMusic.com’s “World Music” and “Jazz/Blues” charts. The album explores the many nuances of the Spanish guitar. From the traditional to the contemporary, from the passionate to the fiery, this masterpiece is a culmination of all his years as a guitarist.

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Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarianchats with Bryanna Clark Grogan who is author of  8 popular vegan cookbooks, including vegan bestseller Nonna's Italian Kitchen. We’ll hear about her newest title, World Vegan Feast: 200 Fabulous Recipes from Over 50 Countries, which features a collection of recipes and practical culinary and vegan information that can help any home cook excel. Bryanna wrote and published the popular subscription newsletter, the Vegan Feast, for 5 years, and maintains a vegan cooking blog. Bryanna has devoted over 40 years to the study of cooking and nutrition, the last 22 to vegan cooking.  She wrote newspaper cooking columns for over 20 years, wrote and edited a newsletter on bread and sourdough, and was a frequent contributor and reviewer for Vegetarian Times magazine for 5 years.

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Today we are back live with Season 3 of Jazzy Vegetarian Radio! Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Dr. Pam Popper  to hear about Superfoods! The reknowned Founder and Executive Director of The Wellness Forum, Dr. Pam Popper will share information about top superfoods such as flax seeds, sprouts, berries, cruciferous vegetables, and many more! Dr. Popper is a naturopath, an internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health, and she is the Founder and Executive Director of The Wellness Forum. Dr. Popper is the author of several books; including Solving America’s Healthcare Crisis and she has been featured in many documentaries, including the popular film, Forks Over Knives. Dr. Popper is one of the co-authors of the companion book to the film which appeared on the New York Times bestseller list.

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Next week we are back LIVE with "Dr. Pam Popper and Superfoods!"  Todays' show is part of our “Best of Jazzy Vegetarian Radio Show” Series. This show originally aired April 6th, 2011. Today I welcome Grammy Nominated Roseanna Vitro, a jazz singer with a penchant for touching audiences. Roseanna’s latest recording Sail Away, the Randy Newman Project, was nominated for a 2011 Grammy. The CD features the brilliant compositions of Randy Newman re-imagined through the arrangements of Mark Soskin. Ms. Vitro has toured the world as an esteemed performer, clinician, recording artist, vocal instructor and ambassador. Roseanna has served as an official Jazz Ambassador, sponsored in 2009 by Jazz at Lincoln Center and the U.S. State Department, and she has presented concerts and workshops around the world.  In addition I chat with Colleen Holland who is Associate Publisher and co-creator of “VegNews.” From Vegnews's beginning, Colleen has helped to grow the publication from a 28-page newspaper to an award-winning magazine.

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This show is part of our “Best of Jazzy Vegetarian Radio Show” Series. This show originally aired September 28, 2011. Today we discuss some of the healthiest vegetables on earth with Best Selling Author, Dr Jonny Bowden. Dr. Bowden, who is a nationally known expert on weight loss, nutrition and health, and he is the best-selling author of seven books including “The 150 Healthiest Foods on Earth” and “The Most Effective Natural Cures on Earth.” Dr. Bowden, is a board-certified nutrition specialist with a master’s degree in psychology. A nationally known expert on weight loss, nutrition and health, Dr. Bowden has written or contributed to articles for dozens of publications including The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, and many others. He has appeared on Fox News, CNN, ABC, NBC, and CBS among many others, and his most recent book is “The Most Effective Ways to Live Longer.”

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This show is part of our “Best of Jazzy Vegetarian Radio Show” Series. This show originally aired September 14th, 2011. Today I welcomed Gene Baur president and co-founder of Farm Sanctuary to talk about the Annual Walk for Farm Animals. There will be Walk for Farm Animals events in dozens of cities, from New York to California, and there is also a virtual event called the “Sleep In for Farm Animals” for those unable to attend a Walk event in person. We’ll hear all about it from Gene Baur himself! http://www.walkforfarmanimals.org

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This show is part of our “Best of Jazzy Vegetarian Radio Show” Series. This show originally aired October 19th, 2011. It was my great honor to welcome Gurmukh Kaur Khalsa, Founder and Director of Golden Bridge, a spiritual village. Golden Bridge is the largest yoga and meditation center in North America. Gurmukh is the author of "The Eight Human Talents: The Yogic Way to Restoring the Natural Balance of Serenity Within You", and "Bountiful, Beautiful, Blissful: Experience the Natural Power of Pregnancy and Birth with Kundalini Yoga and Meditation." Gurmukh was given her Sikh spiritual name meaning “one who helps people across the world ocean” 36 years ago. Since then, she has dedicated her life to fulfilling that responsibility. In addition, I welcomed Peter Capozzi who has practiced many forms of yoga before receiving IKYTA certification through his training with Gurmukh at Golden Bridge Yoga. He is passionate about making a difference by sharing this profound practice with others. Peter Capozzi has also worked for many years as a film and television writer, producer and director in New York and Los Angeles.

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This show is part of our “Best of Jazzy Vegetarian Radio Show” Series. This show originally aired June 8, 2011. On this show I talked with Diana Fletcher, The Stress Reducing Coach. Diana is an author, and motivational speaker and she is expert at helping people reduce stress and achieve optimal health no matter how busy and hectic their lives are. Her latest book, Happy on Purpose, Daily Messages of Empowerment and Joy for Women, was published in March, 2011 and her popular book, Reduce Your Stress, Month by Month Stress Reducing Strategies, was published in October, 2009. Diana is also the author of the three self help books that make up the Outstanding Life Series and she publishes a bi-monthly e-zine entitled Stress Reducing Strategies. Diana coaches individual clients and groups and she facilitates workshops, offering presentations to corporations and businesses.

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This show is part of our “Best of Jazzy Vegetarian Radio Show” Series. This show originally aired May 4, 2011. On this show I talked with Two-time “Natural Bodybuilding Champion” Robert Cheeke. Robert is an Amazon.com best-selling author of the book “Vegan Bodybuilding & Fitness, The Complete Guide to Building Your Body on a Plant-Based Diet.” He is one of VegNews Magazine's Most Influential Vegan Athletes and he tours North America giving talks about his story transforming from a skinny farm kid, to champion vegan bodybuilder. Robert works runs his business: “Vegan Bodybuilding and Fitness,” which includes writing books and filming documentaries, spreading the vegan way of life, leading by example as an accomplished vegan athlete.

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This show is part of our “Best of Jazzy Vegetarian Radio Show” Series. This show originally aired August 17, 2011. On this show I talked with Kelly Rudnicki who is the creator of the blog foodallergymama.com. We discuseds her new book: Vegan Baking Classics and shared delicious recipes. Vegan Baking Classics is a one-stop guide to delicious, everyday baked goods free of any animal ingredients. It offers timeless, foolproof recipes that are as delicious as they are easy to prepare, even for kitchen novices. These recipes are more than delicious enough to be enjoyed by everyone who craves great baked treats, whether they are vegan or not. Kelly Rudnicki is dedicated to bringing busy vegan moms the best baking recipes that are completely vegan. The mother of five small children, Rudnicki lives in suburban Chicago and spends much of her time promoting food allergy awareness. She has worked as a television news producer and in corporate public relations. Vegan Baking Classics is her second book, her first being The Food Allergy Mama's Baking Book.

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This show is part of our “Best of Jazzy Vegetarian Radio Show” Series. This show originally aired August 10, 2011. On this show I chatted with pop superstar Belinda Carlisle!  Belinda was touring with the Go-Go's on the LADIES GONE WILD TOUR in honor of the 30th anniversary of the release of their cutting-edge debut album, "Beauty and the Beat."  We talked with Belinda about life as a pop icon and what is was like to burst onto the scene back in 1981 as the lead singer of the first-ever all-female group to write their own music and play their own instruments.  Belinda is also an animal rights advocate, and hear  out how she got involved in protecting animal rights – and how we can, too.

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This show is part of our “Best of Jazzy Vegetarian Radio Show” Series. This show originally aired August 3, 2011. On this show we discussed EATING FOR OPTIMAL HEALTH with Dr. Pam Popper who is a naturopath, an internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health, and the Executive Director of The Wellness Forum. We discussed her recommended dietary plan for good health. Dr. Popper is the author of several books, and she serves on the Physician’s Steering Committee for the Physicians’ Committee for Responsible Medicine. In addition, she is part of Dr. T. Colin Campbell’s teaching team at eCornell, teaching part of a certification course on plant-based nutrition.  Dr. Popper appears in the full-length feature film Forks Over Knives about diet and health, in select theaters nationwide and was a writer on the companion book to the film which was a New York Times best-seller.

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Today, host Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Christina Pirello, who is a chef, teacher, Emmy Award-winning television host, and vocal advocate for healthy living to talk about her new book! In addition, I’ll chat with Sarah Gross, founder and owner of Rescue Chocolate, a vegan chocolate company which donates all profits to various animal rescue organizations. Christina Pirello is the host of the television series “Christina Cooks!” The series airs weekly on national public television stations nationwide and in 50 foreign countries on Discovery Health and Create TV.  Christina is an expert in Traditional Chinese Medicine and has a Masters Degree in Nutrition. Sarah Gross is the founder and owner of Rescue Chocolate, a vegan chocolate company which donates all profits to various animal rescue organizations. The product line consists of dark chocolate bars and truffles which are also kosher, handcrafted in Brooklyn, and packaged in eco-friendly materials. In addition, Sarah is co-founder of the New York City Vegetarian Food Festival, taking place March 3-4, 2012.

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Today, host Laura Theodore, theJazzy Vegetarian will chat with Colleen Holland who is Associate Publisher and co-creator of VegNews. We’ll share great recipes, tips ideas and all of the newest news from VegNews! From Vegnews's beginning, Colleen has helped to grow the publication from a 28-page newspaper to an award-winning magazine. A graduate of UCLA and the Natural Gourmet Institute, Colleen has been vegan since 1995 and her background in food, marketing, and brand-building has helped to create a savvy, internationally renowned media company.

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Today, LAURA THEODORE, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Janice Stanger, Ph.D., author of the book: The Perfect Formula Diet. We’ll hear about how you can eat a whole foods, plant-based diet for three weeks and feel like you just won the lottery. Dr. Stanger has a Ph.D. in Human Development and Aging from University of California, San Francisco and she is Certified in Plant-Based Nutrition through the T. Colin Campbell Foundation and eCornell University. She holds a M.B.A from University of California, Berkeley. She is author of Vegan From the Inside, the first-of-its kind survey of the experience of being on a plant-based diet. Dr. Stanger spent 14 years critically analyzing scientific findings until perfecting the formula she shares with us in her new book.

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Today, host LAURA THEODORE, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Dr. Pam Popper to hear the internationally recognized health expert’s best advice for getting on the path to a healthier lifestyle in the New Year. Dr. Pam Popper is a naturopath, an internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health, and the Executive Director of The Wellness Forum. Dr. Popper is the author of several books; including Solving America’s Healthcare Crisis. She is the Founder of The Wellness Forum Foundation, which offers programming in schools designed to improve children’s health through better nutrition. She has been featured in many widely distributed documentaries, including Processed People and Making a Killing and appears in a new film, Forks Over Knives, which opened in major theaters in May 2011.  She is one of the co-authors of the companion book which appeared on the New York Times bestseller list.

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Host Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian, welcomes musical icon and vegetarian Michael Feinstein to celebrate the holiday season with music from his fabulous new CD entitled The Sinatra Project, Vol II: The Good Life, his new PBS special Michael Feinstein The Sinatra Legacy, and to discuss his views on vegetarianism. I’ll share my best tips for hosting a fabulous eco-chic New Year party, along with festive vegan recipes to add to your menu plan. After debuting at #7 on the Traditional Jazz chart, The Sinatra Project, Volume II: The Good Life is the follow-up to the Grammy-nominated collection The Sinatra Project. It reinterprets songs by such greats as Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr., Peggy Lee plus more. Michael Feinstein is the multi-platinum-selling, five-time Grammy-nominated entertainer dubbed “The Ambassador of the Great American Songbook.” More than simply a performer, Mr. Feinstein is nationally recognized for his commitment to celebrating America’s popular song and preserving its legacy for the next generation. He serves on the Library of Congress’ National Recording Preservation Board and his love of song can be heard in The Sinatra Project and in the PBS series Michael Feinstein’s American Songbook. His Manhattan nightclub, Feinstein’s at Loews Regency, has presented the top talents of pop and jazz. Feinstein appears there for a sold-out holiday engagement every year.

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Today, host Laura Theodore, features her Jazzy Holiday Celebration for creating a vegan holiday party from start to finish. Tips include menu planning, music, recipes, wine and table décor! If you are stumped as to what to serve and how to decorate this coming season, this show is your “go-to” destination! I’ll share a fabulous menu plan along with my best eco-chic tips for holiday table décor. We’ll feature musical superstar Jim Brickman to chat about his sensational holiday CD All Is Calm, and I’ll play a few of my best picks from the CD, the perfect music to accompany your party. We’ll get advice from wine expert Katherine Cole and hear her top picks for the tastiest vegan wine to serve at your festive soirée. Nava Atlas, author of the new book Vegan Holiday Kitchen, will join us to chat up her recipes for creating plant-based, culinary holiday bliss. Expert Leslie Cerier, author of Gluten Free Recipes for the Conscious Cookwill talk about her recipes for creating delicious gluten free holiday meals. All packed into a special, one hour Jazzy Vegetarian radio show special! Please join us!

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Host Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian, chats with Sharon Greenspan, Board Certified as a Holistic Health Practitioner by the American Association of Drugless Practitioners, a Healing Touch Certified Practitioner and a certified yoga teacher. We’ll share delicious recipes to warm your winter holidays! Sharon Greenspan has authored several books and is a national speaker at the Raw Spirit Festivals, Mother Earth News Fair; DC Green Festival; North American Vegetarian Society Summerfest; and Natural Health and Food Conference. Connecting knowledge, experiences and resourcesin order to help people build a better life for themselves is the driving theme for Sharon's career and her personal mission Sharon learned her Life Purpose when she was in her twenties and it has been the yardstick by which she measures her decisions. And they have led her on a wonderful journey through a very adventurous life! She's worked on 5 continents, traveled to 31 countries and 2 territories. Normally she stays with local residents so that she can see life through their eyes. Sharon is a Returned Peace Corps Volunteer. She also volunteered and lived with the Aboriginies of Australia. She's lived with indigenous people, worked on a farm, and most of her travel homestays are through the Hospitality Club and SERVAS, an international travel and peace organization that believes through one-on-one interactions we can break down stereotypes and build friendships.

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Host Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian,  talks about Healthy Eating for the Holidays with Dr. Pam Popper. I’ll share some fabulous recipes for holiday celebrations and chat with Dr. Popper about healthy foods to share throughout the season. Dr. Popper is a naturopath, an internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health, and the Executive Director of The Wellness Forum. Dr. Popper is the author of several books, and she serves on the Physician’s Steering Committee for the Physicians’ Committee for Responsible Medicine. In addition, is part of Dr. T. Colin Campbell’s teaching team at eCornell, teaching part of a certification course on plant-based nutrition.  Dr. Popper has been featured in many widely distributed documentaries, and appears in the new film, Forks Over Knives, about diet and health, which recently opened in major theaters nationwide. Dr. Popper is one of the co-authors of the companion book to the film, which appeared on the New York Times bestseller list.

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Host Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian,  welcomes Dr. Richard Oppenlander author of Comfortably Unaware: Global Depletion and Food Choice Responsibility. Dr. Oppenlander is a sustainability and wellness advocate, writer, and speaker committed to improving the health of our planet. We’ll discuss responsible food choices and how these choices impact our environment! Through literary work or in person, he brings an eclectic combination of experiences regarding this topic spanning the past 40 years. Since the early 1970’s, Dr. Oppenlander has extensively studied the effect our food choices have on our health and the immense impact those choices have on our environment. He is president and founder of an organic vegan food production and education business and has given hundred of lectures, presentations, and open discussions on the topic of food choice. Dr. Oppenlander has been a keynote speaker for the North American Vegetarian Society’s SummerFest as well as other events and has presented lectures and workshops at numerous universities and colleges. He has been a featured guest appearing on radio shows, in newspapers and magazines. Endorsed by such luminaries as Jane Goodall,  his book, “Comfortably Unaware” as well as with his speaking engagements, Dr. Oppenlander addresses the fact that our current choices of foods are causing Global Depletion- the loss of our land, water, air/atmosphere, food supply, biodiversity, energy resources, and our own health. In compelling fashion, he reveals serious inefficiencies and unsustainable practices in our current food production systems and explores unique solutions. Along the way, Dr. Oppenlander challenges audiences with new insights regarding how this has happened – exposing our cultural, social, educational, governmental, and even media influences.

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Host Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian,  welcomes Two-time “Natural Bodybuilding Champion and Best-Selling author, Robert Cheeke, to chat about healthy happy holiday recipes and his Amazon.com best-selling book Vegan Bodybuilding & Fitness, The Complete Guide to Building Your Body on a Plant-Based Diet. Robert is one of VegNews Magazine's Most Influential Vegan Athletes and he tours North America giving talks about his story transforming from a skinny farm kid, to champion vegan bodybuilder. Robert works runs his business: “Vegan Bodybuilding and Fitness,” which includes writing books and filming documentaries, spreading the vegan way of life, leading by example as an accomplished vegan athlete.

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Host Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian,  chats with John Salley. John is a NBA champion and TV host who adopted a plant based, (raw vegan) lifestyle. Today HOST Laura Theodore shares her awesome holiday recipes for Yummy Yam & Pecan Casserole and her famous vegan Upside Down Apple Cake. YUM! In addition you’ll learn her super jazzy tips for setting an eco-chic holiday table, along with an entire menu plan to make your party planning easy this season! Musical highlights include a beautiful Joe Beck tune and music from recording star James Rocco. We’ll feature And the Night Stood Still from Rocco’s new CD: It’s Between US. Rocco is a former teen recording artist, former star of Broadway's CATS, former singer with Herbie Hancock. John Salley was a 15-year NBA veteran and the first NBA player to win 4 championships with 3 different teams. After his retirement from the NBA, Salley explored television and film.  John now hosts his own show Game On! airing on Reelz Channel. Watch  Jazzy Vegetarian  on National Public Television!

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Host Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian,  welcomes Ellen Jaffe Jones who is The Veg Coach. We’ll chat about her new book, Eat Vegan on 4 Dollars a Day. I’ll share some of my favorite budget conscious but oh-so-delicious recipes! Be sure to watch  Jazzy Vegetarian  on National Public Television. Ellen Jaffe Jones is a cooking instructor with The Cancer Project, a program of the prestigious Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine. She spent eighteen years in TV news as an investigative reporter, morning anchor, and producer for network affiliates around the country, winning two regional Emmys, the National Press Club First-Place Award for Consumer Journalism, and United Press International’s First-Place Award for Investigative Reporting. As a result of her personal quest for better health, Ellen is a certified personal trainer and running coach. Her new book talks about how a plant-based diet can be good for your health while being easy on your budget! Discover how to give your shopping cart a makeover, learn how to forgo expensive processed foods and get the most flavor out of delicious, high-quality basic ingredients. Ellen Jaffe Jones has scoured the shelves of popular supermarkets and big-box stores and calculated exactly how it costs to eat healthfully and deliciously for $4 per person per day—less than an average meal at a fast food outlet. Each recipe is accompanied by the cost per serving. And from soups and salads to entrées and desserts, the flavors are as impressive as the savings.

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Today our topic is Osteoporosis-The Real Story with Dr. Pam Popper who is a naturopath, an internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health, and the Executive Director of The Wellness Forum. Dr. Popper will share her views on Osteoporosis. Dr. Popper is the author of several books, and she serves on the Physician’s Steering Committee for the Physicians’ Committee for Responsible Medicine. In addition, is part of Dr. T. Colin Campbell’s teaching team at eCornell, teaching part of a certification course on plant-based nutrition.  Dr. Popper has been featured in many widely distributed documentaries, and appears in the new film, Forks Over Knives, about diet and health, which recently opened in major theaters nationwide. Dr. Popper is one of the co-authors of the companion book to the film, which appeared on the New York Times bestseller list. Be sure to watch  Jazzy Vegetarian  on National Public Television.

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Host Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian,  chats with Karyn Calabrese who is a highly sought after holistic health expert who runs a thriving vegan wellness company in Chicago. We’ll talk about the beauty and healing secrets in her new book: Soak Your Nuts: Cleansing with Karyn. In addition, we’ll hear about some great raw food recipes from Lisa Montgomery, author of Raw Garden. News: Be sure to watch  Jazzy Vegetarian  on National Public Television. About Karyn Calabrese: Karyn was awarded the First Annual Raw and Living Foods Golden Branch Award in 2002 and she has appeared on The Oprah Winfrey Show as well as numerous national commercials, and print ads. A student of Dr. Ann Wigmore and Viktoras Kulvinskas, Karyn used raw food and detoxification to heal herself of illness, fatigue, and allergies. Karyn’s book, Soak Your Nuts: Cleansing with Karyn, features her Nature’s Healing System. About Lisa Montgomery: Lisa is a Holistic Health Care Practitioner, and has graduated from the Living Light Culinary Arts Institute as a Certified Associate Raw Chef and Instructor. Her focus is on Living Dynamically and teaching people how to heal their entire being (physical, emotional, and psychological) with the raw foods lifestyle.   She is the author of Raw Inspiration (Martin Pearl Publishing) and Raw Garden, Liquid Raw. Ms. Montgomery has appeared on numerous TV programs, News 10 and she has given lectures at Whole Food Markets.

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Today it is my great honor to welcome Gurmukh Kaur Khalsa, Founder and Director of Golden Bridge, a spiritual village. Gurmukh will share her great wisdom about many things, including her “recipe” for learning to celebrate life! Golden Bridge is the largest yoga and meditation center in North America. Gurmukhis the author of The Eight Human Talents: The Yogic Way to Restoring the Natural Balance of Serenity Within You, and Bountiful, Beautiful, Blissful: Experience the Natural Power of Pregnancy and Birth with Kundalini Yoga and Meditation.Gurmukh was given her Sikh spiritual name meaning one who helps people across the world ocean 36 years ago. Since then, she has dedicated her life to fulfilling that responsibility. Gurmukh is a yoga instructor who has taught such celebrities as Madonna and Cindy Crawford outlining a program of yoga-based meditation and exercise to promote a healthy pregnancy and delivery, offering additional anecdotes and inspirational advice for couples. Other celebrities who sing Khalsa's praises include David Duchovny, Rosanna Arquette, Flea of the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Reese Witherspoon and actress Ione Skye.I’ll also welcome Peter Capozzi who has practiced many forms of yoga before receiving IKYTA certification through his training with Gurmukh at Golden Bridge Yoga. He is passionate about making a difference by sharing this profound practice with others. Peter Capozzi has also worked for many years as a film and television writer, producer and director in New York and Los Angeles. Be sure to watch  Jazzy Vegetarian  on National Public Television.

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Today I celebrate the premier of Jazzy Vegetarian on National Public Television and the 100th episode of Jazzy Vegetarian Radio! Then I'll chat with Amanda Strombom, who is the president of one of the largest and most dynamic vegetarian organizations in America, Vegetarians of Washington. We’ll talk about how and why you can add more plant-based meal options into your daily diet plan. Along with Stewart Rose, Amanda has coordinated the Seattle Vegfest each year, as well as running monthly dinners, giving free nutrition and cooking classes, producing a monthly newsletter, and writing four books. She particularly enjoys helping people to make the change to a vegetarian diet. Amanda is the co-author of Say No To Meat. Amanda’s new book, Say No to Meat, dishes up straight talk on the facts of a meat-centered diet. With its lively, accessible approach, and over 35 easy recipes to get readers started, this book provides valuable information on key issues and explains why going veg is a fun, smart, and delicious choice.

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Today our topic is Organically Speaking with Dr. Pam Popper who is a naturopath, an internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health, and the Executive Director of The Wellness Forum.We are going to talk about organic foods, including facts about genetically modified foods. Dr. Popper is the author of several books, and she serves on the Physician’s Steering Committee for the Physicians’ Committee for Responsible Medicine. In addition, is part of Dr. T. Colin Campbell’s teaching team at eCornell, teaching part of a certification course on plant-based nutrition.  Dr. Popper has been featured in many widely distributed documentaries, and appears in the new film, Forks Over Knives, about diet and health, which recently opened in major theaters nationwide. Dr. Popper is one of the co-authors of the companion book to the film, which appeared on the New York Times bestseller list.

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Host Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian,  welcomes Jonny Bowden, PhD, CNS, (aka "The Roge Nutritionist") who is a nationally known expert on weight loss, nutrition and health. We’ll talk about healthy foods and delicious recipes! Dr. Bowden is a board-certified nutritionist with a master’s degree in psychology and the author of nine books on health, healing, food and longevity including two best-sellers, “The 150 Healthiest Foods on Earth” and “Living Low Carb”. A frequent guest on television and radio, he has appeared on Fox News, CNN, MSNBC, ABC, NBC, and CBS as an expert on nutrition, weight loss, and  longevity. He is a past member of the Editorial Advisory Board for Men’s Health magazine, is the Nutrition Editor for Pilates Style, and is a regular contributor to AOL, Vanity Fair Online, Clean EatingMagazine, Better Nutrition, and Total Health Online.  Dr. Jonny has contributed to articles for dozens of national publications (print and online) including The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, The Daily Beast, The Huffington Post, Vanity Fair Online, Time, Oxygen, Marie Claire, Diabetes Focus, GQ, US Weekly, Cosmopolitan, Self, Fitness, Family Circle, Allure, Men’s Heath, Prevention, In Style, Natural Health, and many other publications. He appears regularly as an expert on ABC-TV Los Angeles.

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Host Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian, welcomes multi award-winning writer, actor and producer - Joanne Rose, who is the founder of Vegan Vision Productions - a New Media production company inspiring compassion and entertainment. We’ll chat with Joanne about her new film web series, her vegan lifestyle and delish recipes! The Vegan 101 series is a multi-platform original sketch comedy series syndicated through Web TV, TiVo, iTunes and iPhone. Season 2 stars Oscar-nominated actor and vegan, Eric Roberts. Vegan 101 is the first vegan comedy series broadcast on the internet. The series, launched in 2009, is created, written and performed by Rose, a longtime vegan and animal rights devotee. The show consists of exaggerated parodies of veganism from all walks of life in various situations through stand alone sketches that combine both fun and vegan knowledge. The story lines inspire others to see the comedy in aspects of their lives and may inspire you to go vegan. Rose won the Viewer's Choice Award for Best Actress in a Comedy at the Stay Tuned TV Awards 2011. Vegan 101 received 3 Outstanding Achievement Awards at LA Web Fest 2011. Outstanding Sketch Comedy Series Creator/Producer - Joanne Rose; Outstanding Guest Actress - Louisa Kendrick, Outstanding Guest Actor - Will Ryan and received The Green Lifestyle Film Festival 2010 Green Apple Award. She is a member of The International Academy of Web Television (IAWTV), comprised of leaders in the field of web television, web vide and the digital entertainment industry. For more information visit: www.VeganVision.net

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Host Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian,  chats with Gene Baur president and co-founder of Farm Sanctuary to talk about the Annual Walk for Farm Animals, happening in 40 cities across the nation in September and October. This year it’s going to be the largest Walk for Farm Animals effort to date. Between September 10 and November 6, thousands of concerned citizens will join together in communities across the United States. There will be Walk for Farm Animals events in dozens of cities, from New York to California, and there is also a virtual event called the “Sleep In for Farm Animals”for those unable to attend a Walk event in person. Gene adopted a vegan lifestyle in 1985. Farm Sanctuary is America's leading farm animal protection organization, which runs the largest rescue and refuge network for farm animals in North America. Gene holds a bachelor's degree in sociology from California State University Northridge and a master's degree in agricultural economics from Cornell University and his efforts have been covered by leading news organizations, including the New York Times, Los Angeles Times, ABC, NBC, CBS, and CNN. and the Chicago Tribune, Wall Street Journal, Washington His book, Farm Sanctuary: Changing Hearts and Minds About Animals and Food, was published by Simon and Schuster and has become a national best seller.

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Today host Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian,  discusses All About Vitamin D with Dr. Pam Popper, who is a naturopath, an internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health, and the Executive Director of The Wellness Forum. We are going to hear facts about Vitamin D and the best ways for us to get enough. Dr. Popper has been featured in many widely distributed documentaries, including Processed People and Making a Killing and appears in the new film, Forks Over Knives, about diet and health, which opened in major theaters nationwide in May 2011. She is one of the co-authors of the companion book, Forks Over Knives, which recently appeared on the New York Times bestseller list. The Wellness Forum offers educational programs designed to assist individuals in changing their health outcomes through improved diet and lifestyle habits; to assist employers in reducing the costs of health insurance and medical care for employees; and to educate health care professionals about how to use diet and lifestyle for preventing, reversing, and stopping the progression of degenerative disease.  Dr. Popper is the author of several books, and she serves on the Physician’s Steering Committee for the Physicians’ Committee for Responsible Medicine. In addition, is part of Dr. T. Colin Campbell’s teaching team at eCornell, teaching part of a certification course on plant-based nutrition. We’ll be taking calls for Dr. Popper later in this show today at (646) 595-3026, so, please have your question ready.

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Host Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian,  chats with David Stowell and George Black who are professional vegan chefs with a twenty-two-year-long commitment to creating accessible, cruelty-free cuisine for all. We’ll talk about their new book: Veganopolis. In addition, I will chat with recording star Micheal Castaldo, whose new single, Pray’r (produced and written by micheal Castaldo and Stein Berg Svendsen), recently reached #1 on the Amazon Classical charts! “Pray’r” enjoyed a very fast rise since being officially released on July 12th, 2011, securing the top position in just 15 days. After starting out in 2003 with a small delivery cart, David Stowell and George Black ran the popular Veganopolis Cafeteria from 2005 to 2008, and developed a huge international following for their delicious, no-nonsense, versatile vegan cooking. Vegan cooking has been exploding in popularity over the past decade. Now, they've captured their most popular Veganopolis recipes in their new cookbook, featuring the breadth of delicious, versatile, and accessible recipes that popularized their restaurant. This is not ground-level vegan cooking. Though there are plenty of simpler recipes for kitchen novices--including lots of soups, sandwiches, and salads--it also offers lots of ambitious recipes. The Veganopolis Cookbook is an important addition to the home-chef's bookshelf and every bookstore's vegan cooking section.

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Host Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian,  chats with Melody Caraballo who is founder of Foodgazi, which specializes in plant-based cooking classes and catering. I’ll also chat with Susan Natoli, co-founder of Susan and Veronica, a company that designs stylish contemporary aprons. We’ll share easy vegan recipes for home cooked meals and tips on how to be stylish while you are in the kitchen! Melody Caraballo began Foodgazi in 2010 by teaching vegan cooking classes in Cleveland, Ohio. Propelled by the belief that if people are to eat more fruits and vegetables, they need to learn the skills necessary to make that happen in their daily lives. In 2011, Liz Vondrak joined Foodgazi to help expand services to include catering. Melody’s food philosophies are: local, organic and plant-based. Susan Natoli has always had a flair for fashion. Raised in upstate New York, she started designing her own imaginative rock star clothes at 10 years old. In 1996, she went on to a flourishing career at MTV, and soon brought her fun and fabulous sensibility to her own handbag collection. Her handbags were featured in national magazines and were a favorite of the trend-setting Hollywood crowd. In 2007, Susan put aside handbags to join forces with Veronica (her best friend from MTV) to collaborate on a new line of fashionista aprons. Susan believes we are products of a generation of female empowerment, self-confidence and independence.

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Host Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian,  chats with Kelly Rudnicki who is the creator of the blog foodallergymama.com. We’ll discuss her new book: Vegan Baking Classics and share delicious recipes. Vegan Baking Classics is a one-stop guide to delicious, everyday baked goods free of any animal ingredients. It offers timeless, foolproof recipes that are as delicious as they are easy to prepare, even for kitchen novices. These recipes are more than delicious enough to be enjoyed by everyone who craves great baked treats, whether they are vegan or not. Kelly Rudnicki is dedicated to bringing busy vegan moms the best baking recipes that are completely vegan. The mother of five small children, Rudnicki lives in suburban Chicago and spends much of her time promoting food allergy awareness. She has worked as a television news producer and in corporate public relations. Vegan Baking Classics is her second book, her first being The Food Allergy Mama's Baking Book.

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Today host Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian,  chats with pop superstar Belinda Carlisle!  Belinda is currently touring with the Go-Go's on the LADIES GONE WILD TOUR in honor of the 30th anniversary of the release of their cutting-edge debut album, "Beauty and the Beat."  We'll talk with Belinda about life as a pop icon and what is was like to burst onto the scene back in 1981 as the lead singer of the first-ever all-female group to write their own music and play their own instruments.  Belinda is also an animal rights advocate, and we'll find out how she got involved in protecting animal rights – and how we can, too.  Married for 25 years, Belinda lives in the south of France with her husband, Morgan.

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Today host Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian,  chats about EATING FOR OPTIMAL HEALTH with Dr. Pam Popper who is a naturopath, an internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health, and the Executive Director of The Wellness Forum. We are going to discuss Dr. Popper's recommended dietary plan for good health. Dr. Popper is the author of several books, and she serves on the Physician’s Steering Committee for the Physicians’ Committee for Responsible Medicine. In addition, is part of Dr. T. Colin Campbell’s teaching team at eCornell, teaching part of a certification course on plant-based nutrition.  She is recently appeared in the full-length feature film Forks Over Knives about diet and health, in select theaters nationwide. We’ll be taking calls for Dr. Popper later in this show today at (646) 595-3026, so, please have your question ready.

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Today, host Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian,  chats with Suzan Colón who is the author of Cherries in Winter: My Family’s Recipe for Hope in Hard Times, published in paperback by Anchor. We’ll share fabulous veganized recipes of family favorites. Suzan has written cover stories, personal essays, and food features for O, the Oprah Magazine; Marie Claire; Jane; Details; Harper’s Bazaar; Seventeen; The Advocate; Mademoiselle; Rolling Stone; and other magazines. The list of celebrities Suzan has interviewed includes Angelina Jolie, Halle Berry, Jennifer Lopez, Mariah Carey, Natalie Portman, Renee Zellweger, Janet Jackson, Reese Witherspoon, Susan Sarandon, Pamela Anderson, Christian Slater, Benjamin Bratt, Julie Newmar, and her mother’s personal favorite, Tom Jones. Suzan was one of the first editors hired to form Jane Magazine, where she wrote celebrity cover stories and relationship features. In 2000, Suzan became a contributing editor at both Mademoiselle and Latina magazines. In 2005, Suzan launched Cosmo Radio for Cosmopolitan Magazine and Sirius/XM Satellite Radio and was then brought in as a writer and editor at O, the Oprah Magazine. It was during her time at O that Suzan began writing the personal and food essays that would become the basis of Cherries in Winter. Suzan, who has also been a yoga instructor and a bartender, met her husband and chief recipe tester Nathan on a yoga retreat. They live in Hudson County in New Jersey with two rescued cats.

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Host Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian,  chats with Marlene Marcello to talk about holistic health.Marlene Marcello is a prominent author, speaker, 25-year cancer survivor, and a noted macrobiotics educator. She has spoken at holistic health conferences, appeared on national TV and radio talk shows and been featured in a variety of print magazines. She also has spoken at conferences of women’s groups and charitable organizations throughout New England. In addition, she has participated in annual holistic health and macrobiotic conferences since 1989. We’ll talk about her book; When Hope Never Dies which chronicles her battle with cancer.  I'll also chat with Bart Potenza about the New Candle Cafe Frozen Meals. Bart and his partner Joy Pierson have created three successful vegetarian dining establishments and a wholesale line of Candle Cafe Frozen Entrees and Desserts.  His second restaurant, Candle Cafe, was the first restaurant to be certified in NYC by the Green Restaurant Association. Bart is a proud member of Green America, Social Ventures Network, Business Leaders for Sensible Priorities, and Farm Sanctuary, among others. A compilation of his motivational messages, Look Two Ways on a One Way Street, was published by Lantern Books in 2008 and he is co-author of the Candle Cafe Cookbook. Music today by Jazz Great Roseanna Vitro.

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Host Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian,  chats with Bianca Phillips, author of the upcoming book Cookin' Crunk: Eatin' Vegan in the Dirty South. We'll also hear from  Rob Ventre, the Men's Combined Crossfit Champion, 24kg Absolute Champion and Gold Medalist in the 82kg weight class at the IKFF/IKSFA New York Open Kettlebell Championship, and talk about the diet that helped him get in great shape. Bianca maintains the blog Vegan Crunk, and she's spent the last several years putting together her cookbook of veganized Southern classics due to hit stands in January. By day, Bianca is a newspaper reporter and associate editor at Memphis' only alt-weekly, The Memphis Flyer. She also writes restaurant reviews for Gayot.com and a monthly piece on Memphis attractions for Go, AirTran Airways in-flight magazine. Bianca lives in Memphis with her vegan dog Datsun, her six cats, and an omni boyfriend. Visit: vegancrunk.blogspot.  Music today, Drunk on You, by Joy Askew!

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Host Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian,  chats about Women’s Health with Dr. Pam Popper who is a naturopath, an internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health, and the Executive Director of The Wellness Forum. We’ll discuss women’s health issues, focusing on the subject of breast cancer. Music today by the great Terry Blaine. The Wellness Forumoffers educational programs designed to assist individuals in changing their health outcomes through improved diet and lifestyle habits. Dr. Popper is the author of several books, and she serves on the Physician’s Steering Committee for the Physicians’ Committee for Responsible Medicine. In addition, Dr. Popper works for Whole Foods, charged with helping employees improve their health with better diet and lifestyle choices. Additionally, she is part of Dr. T. Colin Campbell’s teaching team at eCornell, teaching part of a certification course on plant-based nutrition.  She will be appearing in the full-length feature film Forks Over Knives about diet and health, which will be in theaters nationwide in May 2011.

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Host Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian,  chats with Leslie Cerier, The Organic Gourmet, who specializes in whole foods and organic cuisine. We’ll talk about how to energize ourselves by eating local foods. This time of year farm markets are plentiful, so we'll focus on eating fresh, local fare. Music today fromm John Gatti. Leslie Cerier is a chef, author, environmentalist, educator and photographer. She specializes in local, seasonal, whole foods and organic cuisine that are not just good for you, but pleasurable and delicious. Cerier is a pioneer and national authority on gluten-free cooking and baking. Leslie teaches exciting “hands-on” vegetarian cooking classes in some of the most prestigious centers of holistic evolution and organic lifestyle and many classes offer Continuing Education Credits for Dieticians and Athletic Trainers. Leslie’s cookbooks and creative approach to culinary nutrition blends delicious whole foods that nurture your health and vitality, enhance the immune system, keeps your bones strong, rejuvenates your senses, and helps you maintain a healthy lifestyle, while lessening your carbon footprint. Leslie is the author of five cookbooks including: Gluten-Free Recipes for the Conscious Cook, A Seasonal Vegetarian Cookbook (New Harbinger Publications Inc. 2010); Going Wild in the Kitchen (Square One Publishers, 2005), among others. Please visit: www.lesliecerier.com

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Host Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian,  chats with Jana Herzen, founder and president of Motema Music, an award-winning record label based in Harlem, New York. We’ll talk about hot music and simple vegan recipes for summer. Jana's own musical escapades include writing songs in Bali, jamming with aboriginal tribesmen around campfires in Outback Australia, recording in Africa and Paris with Afro-Pop stars, recording with members of the Carlos Santana band, and performing at an official state gala for Nelson Mandela in Paris. The songs of her CD, Soup’s On Fire travel through exotic far-reaching musical territories while never straying far from the heart.  A self-described groove musician, Jana plays acoustic and electric guitars, bass, kalimba, “dub” didjeridu and assorted percussion instruments.   She has performed at clubs and events around the U.S.as well as abroad in England, France, Italy, Japan, Zaire, Bali, Australia and Ecuador. In 2003, Jana founded the Motema label which has been much in the press for it's award-winning Jazz artists.  The current roster includes NEA Jazz Master Randy Weston, NAACP Nominee Geri Allen, bass legend Rufus Reid, pianists Monty Alexander, Lynne Arriale, and many more.  For more information, please visit http://motema.com

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Host Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian,  chats with  Dr. Trevor Holly Cates who is a licensed naturopathic physician. Dr. Cates received her medical degree from the National College of Natural Medicine in Portland, Oregon in 2000.  To enhance and complement her extensive naturopathic medicine education, Dr. Cates has received further training in homeopathy, environmental medicine, and craniosacral therapy.  In addition to the entire homeopathic training at the National College of Natural Medicine, she has studied with internationally acclaimed homeopaths.  She also completed the SpiritMed Environmental Medicine Program at Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine. Dr. Cates was the first woman licensed as a naturopathic doctor in California and now has an additional license in Utah. She practices in Park City, Utah where she sees patients from around the world as the Naturopathic Physician and Nutrition and Wellness Coordinator at the Golden Door Spa at the Waldorf Astoria Park City.

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Host Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian,  chats with  Diana Fletcher, The Stress Reducing Coach. Diana is an author, and motivational speaker and she is an expert at helping people reduce stress and achieve optimal health no matter how busy and hectic their lives are. Her latest book, Happy on Purpose, Daily Messages of Empowerment and Joy for Women, was published in March 2011. She is the co-author of Inspired Entrepreneurs, which was published June 2010.  Her popular book, Reduce Your Stress, Month by Month Stress Reducing Strategies, was published in October, 2009. Diana is also the author of the three self help books that make up the Outstanding Life Series. Diana is a frequent radio guest, a regular contributing writer of internet publications and she publishes a bi-monthly e-zine entitled Stress Reducing Strategies. Diana is the owner of Diana Fletcher Life Coaching and coaches individual clients and groups. She facilitates workshops and offers presentations to corporations and businesses and also conducts unique and informative teleclasses.

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Host Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian,  will discuss ways to make healthy food tasty! I’ll welcome Jon Burr, who is a food enthusiast, bassist and producer. Jon has worked with with Tony Bennett, Stephane Grappelli, Mark O’Connor’s Hot Swing Trio, Buddy Rich, Stan Getz, and many others. His group, Giant Cicada, was recently “Band of the Week” on Indie Bands Blog. Jon is completing “The Improvising Chef,” a lifestyle approach making healthy food tasty. Passionate about the subject, Jon shares his knowledge of flavor balance and the elements of taste, methods of reducing caloric density while maximizing micronutrient intake, while emphasizing living fresh foods at the core of diet. Then we’ll welcome Dr. Pam Popper for a  new segment of “ Ask Dr. Pam!”  Dr. Pam Popper, is a naturopath, an internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health, and the Executive Director of The Wellness Forum.  "Ask Dr. Pam"features straight talk about hot health issues, healthy food choices and health related concerns. We’ll talk about how to make healthy food taste great! Email her your health related questions directly at: askdrpam@jazzyvegetarian.com Please join us.

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Today host Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian,  chats with popular musician and animal activist, Joy Askew. We’ll talk about compassionate vegan recipes and her new CD, “Walk the Dog!” Hailing from England, Joy Askew has played and sung with such luminary artists as Joe Jackson, Peter Gabriel, Laurie Anderson and Jack Bruce. She has appeared with David Bowie and David Byrne while promoting her own six CD releases. Joy has appeared in Laurie Andersons’ quintessential movie “Home Of The Brave” and she has performed for President Barack Obama. A keen activist on behalf of farm animals, Joy has performed at events for Farm Sanctuary, Woodstock Animal Farm Sanctuary, and Catskill Animal Sanctuary. Her music can be heard in the film “Peaceable Kingdom, The Journey Home.”  "Joy Askew's music takes you to a place you haven't been, which is the highwater mark of a true artist. Her songs can make you feel alive and ready to experience anything, and they always touch the heart from the very first notes. There are so many great singer-songwriters right now, but Joy Askew is one who should be heard by everyone immediately. She is someone you will never forget."--Bill Bentley

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Today, host Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian,  chats with  Colleen Holland who is Associate Publisher and co-creator of “VegNews.” We’ll talk about “All Things Veggie!” From the beginning of Vegnews, Colleen has helped to grow the publication from a 28-page newspaper to an award-winning magazine. A graduate of UCLA and the Natural Gourmet Institute, Colleen has been vegan since 1995 and her background in food, marketing, and brand-building has helped to create a savvy, internationally renowned media company. I’ll also welcome drummer/vocalist/composer Don Mulvaney, a professional musician who has performed with many top names such as Tony Bennett, Itzhak Perlman, Barbra Streisand, Maureen McGovern, Melissa Manchester, Bill Frisell and Mike Stern. We’ll feature his new CD, “Life.” Don is currently on faculty at Fairfield University teaching drum-set in the Jazz Department under the direction of the virtuoso bassist Brian Torff. Don has an M.F.A. in Composition from Purchase College and a B.M. in Composition from Berklee College of Music. His composition, "Haiti" is currently raising money donated to Partners In Health and Doctors Without Borders for Haiti Relief.

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Endorsed by celebrities like Demi Moore and David Bowie, the raw food diet is hitting mainstream culture. In Rawlicious: Delicious Raw Recipes for Radiant Health, seasoned chefs Peter and Beryn Daniel set out to prove that raw food can be simple, fun, and delicious for everyone. Today, host Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian,  chats with Peter Daniel who is the co-author of the recently released, Rawlicious, which covers a broad spectrum of recipes and raw principles, from basics like stocking your raw kitchen, juicing, salad preparation, and making smoothies, to more advanced, gourmet dishes. I’ll also welcome award-winning songwriter, producer and recording artist, Michéal Castaldo who recently released his third CD of Italian music, Aceto. We'll talk about his upcoming concert at the Hearst Auditorium in Mineola, NY on May 15th, 2011. The show will highlight an evening of song and stories, set against the backdrop of majestic vistas of Calabria, Italy, and will feature a professional string orchestra. Please join us!

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Host, Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian,  chats with two-time Natural Bodybuilding Champion and Best-Selling author Robert Cheeke, today. We’ll talk about recipes and tips for keeping fit for spring and summer. I shared my Mother's Day Brunch suggestion for a Delicious Decadent Brunch! Robert Cheeke grew up on a farm in Corvallis, Oregon, where he adopted a vegan lifestyle in 1995 at age 15. Today he is an Amazon.com best-selling author of the book Vegan Bodybuilding & Fitness, The Complete Guide to Building Your Body on a Plant-Based Diet. Robert is one of VegNews Magazine's Most Influential Vegan Athletes and he tours North America giving talks about his story transforming from a skinny farm kid, to champion vegan bodybuilder. Robert works full-time running Vegan Bodybuilding and Fitness on www.veganbodybuilding.com, which includes writing books and filming documentaries, spreading the vegan way of life, leading by example as an accomplished vegan athlete. Music by John Gatti form his CD entitled Destinations. Please join us!

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Host, Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian,  hears about the groundbreaking feature film, “Forks over Knives,” which examines the profound claim that most, if not all, of the so-called “diseases of affluence” that afflict us can be controlled, or even reversed, by rejecting our present menu of animal-based and processed foods. See a clip here. The film opens in theatres on May 6th, 2011. The storyline traces the personal journeys of a pair of pioneering yet under-appreciated researchers, Dr. T. Colin Campbell and Dr. Caldwell Esselstyn. I’ll talk with Brian Wendel, Creator and Executive Producer of the film and Lee Fulkerson, Writer and Director. I’ll also welcome Dr. Pam Popper, who appears in the film. Brian Wendel has had a long-time interest in nutrition and health. In the summer of 2008, he read The China Study, by T. Colin Campbell and realized that the scientific case that a whole foods plant-based diet could prevent, and even reverse, disease was greater than he had ever imagined. Brian decided the most effective way to bring this message to a broad audience was by feature film. His vision was that it be based on the science and provide a moving experience by exploring personal stories and historical elements. Lee Fulkerson has written, produced, directed or supervised nearly 170 hours of documentary programming, and has won 19 international awards for his work. These include the prestigious Cine Special Jury Award for Best Broadcast Historical Program. Lee wrote Seven Signs of the Apocalypse, a 2-hour documentary special for History Channel. Lee also wrote or produced 11 episodes of the Biography series for A&E.

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Host, Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian,  chats with Celebrity Vegan Chef Christine Waltermyer, the founder and director of The Natural Kitchen Cooking School. She'll share tips and tasty recipes from her new cookbook. Plus, this week we are debuting a new segment on Jazzy Vegetarian Radio entitled "Ask Dr. Pam." This segment features the esteemed Dr. Pam Popper, Ph.D., N.D. who is a naturopath, nutritionist and the Executive Director of  The Wellness Forum. Dr. Pam will join us to talk about health issues, healthy food choices and health related concerns! Find out about how you can get your health questions answered by Dr Pam! If you have a health related question for Dr. Pam, email her at: askdrpam@jazzyvegetarian.com. Guest, Christine Waltermyer has over 15 years of experience in the field of natural cooking. She is a masterful chef and teacher, specializing in macrobiotic, vegan and raw foods. Christine has published her first cookbook, Natural Vegan Kitchen. She has appeared on Ebru TV's Daily Connection and her personal chef clients have included well-known celebrities. Christine teaches Food for Life cooking classes for The Cancer Project. and has written for VegNews and she is a graduate of Millersville University, Kushi Institute, Institute for Integrative Nutrition and is a member of the International Association of Culinary Professionals. Christine is a certified wellness coach and she specializes in gluten free diets for children with special needs. www.naturalkitchenschool.com

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Host, Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian,  chats with Rhona Post, MA, “The Healer Coach.” Rhona is a Master Certified Coach (MCC) and she founded the Healer Coach, LLC to provide the best of holistic coaching and training. We’ll discuss ways to turn negative situations into positive, using a holistic approach. With more than 30 years of coaching study/experience, Ms. Post has developed a healer coaching protocol that combines energy work and coaching to help clients transform their relationships to their history. As a result of healer coaching, clients experience greater clarity and ease at work and at home. In addition, Ms. Post is the “Coach's coach;” and she guides seasoned coaches to better understand and work with their four aspects (mind, body, spirit and emotions) to bring more compassion, intuition and an embodied presence to their coaching engagements, deepening the results they achieve. Her weekly Anything Goes radio show can be heard Saturday nights on WTMY, Talk Radio in Sarasota, Florida, live streamed on www.wtmy.com. Visit: www.thehealercoach.com

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Host, Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian,  chats with Jazz Ambassador and popular jazz singer,Roseanna Vitro. Roseanna  is a storyteller and jazz singer with a penchant for touching audiences. We’ll also share vegan recipes and tips with Colleen Holland, Associate Publisher and co-creator of “VegNews.” Guest, Roseanna Vitro, served as official Jazz Ambassador, sponsored in 2009 by Jazz at Lincoln Center and the U.S. State Department, she has presented concerts and workshops around the world. Roseanna’s latest recording Sail Away, the Randy Newman Project, features the brilliant compositions of Randy Newman reimagined through the arrangements of Mark Soskin. Guest, Colleen Holland, is Associate Publisher and co-creator of VegNews. From Vegnews's beginning, Colleen has helped to grow the publication from a 28-page newspaper to an award-winning magazine. A graduate of UCLA and the Natural Gourmet Institute, Colleen has been vegan since 1995 and her background in food, marketing, and brand-building has helped to create a savvy, internationally renowned media company.

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Today host, Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian,  chats with Native Thai author Chat Mingkwan, who is the celebrated owner of the “Unusual Touch Cooking School” in San Francisco. We’ll discuss and share delicious Asian inspired, vegan recipes. Chat’s overall philosophy is similar to his cooking simplicity. “Untie the knot, either the one in your stomach or the unclear one in the recipe. Make it simple, straight and true to yourself. Let’s walk this path together.” Chat conducts gourmet tours of southeast Asia and he is also the author of "Vietnamese Fusion" and "Buddha’s Table." His new cookbook, “Asian Fusion,” focuses on his culinary odyssey of vegan translations of signature dishes from all corners of the Asian continent; from Japan, China, Korea, Thailand and India to Laos, Malaysia, Sri Lanka, Burma, and the Philippines. Readers learn how to use and find herbs and spices unique to these areas and will enjoy Chat’s practical approach to creating authentic Asian flavors for Western kitchens. Visit: www.unusualtouch.com

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Today host, Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian,  welcomes Robin Gager, author of "Don't Eat Me" to discuss delicious meat-free recipes! I'll also welcome Gene Baur, President and Co-founder of Farm Sanctuary to discuss the ways that Gene helps farm animals nationwide, raising awareness about industrialized farming. Robin Gager: Robin's first passion has always been animals. As a licensed wildlife rehabilitator, Robin has bottle-fed and raised countless racoons, squirrels and birds. Robins first cookbook, “Don’t Eat Me!” is for animal lovers. The book is dedicated to the amazing world of imitation meat dishes, or veggie-meat.  “Don't Eat Me!” can help you easily transition into a vegan diet, without missing out on anything! Gene Baur adopted a vegan lifestyle in 1985. Farm Sanctuary is America's leading farm animal protection organization, which runs the largest rescue and refuge network for farm animals in North America.

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Host, Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian,  chats with Shelley Marcy, Vice President of “Friends for Life Forever Farm,” whose mission is to rescue, rehabilitate and re-home senior and special needs companion animals. I’ll also welcome Julie Snyder, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Julie has a private therapy practice and works as a Director at Bridge of Hope. We’ll hear great animal rescue stories! Guest, Shelley Marcy has been with Friends for Life for 5 years. Since rescue has always been a part of her life, she was looking to work with an organization such as Friends For Life, where the mission was solid and adhered to. Shelly and her husband have a house and barnyard full of beautiful rescues! Located in North Carolina, the Friends for Life Forever Farm mission is to rescue, rehabilitate and re-home senior and special needs companion animals, providing lifelong sanctuary if needed, for every single animal that enters the doors. Compassion for, and a commitment to, these special animals is paramount in their philosophy. Learn more: http://friendsforlifeforeverfarm.org/. Guest, Julie Snyder, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Julie has her own private therapy practice and works as a Director at Bridge of Hope Henderson County. Bridge of Hope is a faith-based, non-profit organization that works to prevent and end homelessness with single mothers and their children, helping them to develop the skills necessary to make long-term life changes which lead to financial self-sufficiency and emotional, social and spiritual wholeness. Through the mentoring group, life-long friendships and healthy support systems for the participating mothers and children are established. Learn more: www.bridgeofhopeinc.org. During March and April, 2011 “Chocolate for Charity” helps to benefit the Friends for Life Forever Farm! Please join us.

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Host, Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian,  chats with "Nutritionist to the Stars," Oz Garcia, Ph.D., who is recognized as the world's leading authority on healthy aging. As "Nutritionist to the Stars" Oz is the go-to nutritionist for A-List celebrities and Fortune 100 CEO's. Some of his celebrity clients include Gwyneth Paltrow, Hilary Swank, Kim Cattrall, Heidi Klum, Winona Ryder, Veronica Webb and Naomi Campbell. We’ll discuss his book "Redesigning 50: The No-Plastic-Surgery Guide to 21st-Century Age Defiance" and talk about tips for looking and feeling younger and healthier. His unique and customized approach to nutrition and anti-aging coupled with more than 30-years of experience has made Oz one of the most recognizable names in the industry. He has lectured all over the world and has been a pioneer in the study of nutrition and anti-aging. Oz is bestselling author of three books, The Balance, Look and Feel Fabulous Forever, and Redesigning 50: The No-Plastic-Surgery Guide to 21st-Century Age Defiance (HarperCollins). He was twice voted best nutritionist by New York Magazine and is frequently called upon by some of the most respected names in medicine and news media for his up-to-the-minute views on nutrition and its role in aging and longevity. Oz has been featured in prestigious publications like Vogue, Elle, Travel and Leisure, W Magazine, and The New York Times. He has also made numerous network and cable television appearances including NBC’s The Today Show, CBS Morning Show, Good Morning America on ABC, 20/20, 48 Hours, The View, and Fox News. Oz is also the head of health and nutritional services for Equinox Fitness Clubs worldwide, consultant to the East Coast Alliance of Trainers, Nutrophy Inc, and the world renowned Life Extension Foundation. Oz is executive chairman of Oz Wellness, LLC.

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Host, Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian,  chats with Rob Ventre, an independent Personal Trainer based in New York City who has recently coined the phrase: Do Something! We’ll chat about doing “something” by learning how to eat more nutritious meals and getting enough exercise in 2011. We’ll share some great recipes to help you get started! Do something, Eat something nutritious and Join the "Nutrition Revolution!" Rob Ventre, who is an independent Personal Trainer based in New York City is certified in both Personal and Group Fitness Training by the International Sports Sciences Association and the International Fitness Association, as well as First Aid and CPR by the American Red Cross. In addition to private training, Rob is also affiliated with established fitness companies NYC Fitness Experts, Go Green Boot Camp, and The Rock Health and Fitness. He has studied and utilized a myriad of training techniques from athletic based strength and power conditioning, stage combat and fight choreography, to the holistic movement methods of Yoga, Feldenkrais, and the Alexander Technique.

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Today host, Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian,  chats with Dr. Pam Popper, Ph.D., N.D. who is a naturopath, nutritionist and the Executive Director of The Wellness Forum. We'll discuss how to improve our diet and lifestyle for preventing, reversing, and stopping the progression of degenerative disease. The Wellness Forum offers educational programs designed to assist individuals in changing their health outcomes through improved diet and lifestyle habits; to assist employers in reducing the costs of health insurance and medical care for employees; and to educate health care professionals about how to use diet and lifestyle for preventing, reversing, and stopping the progression of degenerative disease. Dr. Popper is currently featured in two widely distributed documentaries, “Processed People” and “Making a Killing” and will be appearing in the full-length feature film, “Forks Over Knives” about diet and health. Dr. Popper is the author of several books and cookbooks, as well as several programs offered for continuing education credits for medical professionals. She is the Founder of The Wellness Forum Foundation, which offers programming in schools designed to improve children’s health and well-being through better nutrition. Dr. Popper serves on the Physician’s Steering Committee for the Physicians’ Committee for Responsible Medicine in Washington D.C. She works for Whole Foods, as part of Rip Esselstyn’s team, charged with helping employees improve their health with plant-based nutrition and better lifestyle choices. Additionally, she is part of Dr. T. Colin Campbell’s teaching team at eCornell, teaching part of a certification course on plant-based nutrition. Everyone who is interested in health should hear her speak. For some, their lives may depend on what she has to say!

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Today, host, Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian,  chats with chef and author, Alan Roettinger to explore ways to move toward a plant-based diet. We’ll also chat about vegan diets with Neal D. Barnard, M.D. who is founder of PCRM, a nutrition researcher, author, and health advocate. Chef Alan Roettinger has been a private chef for over 28 years, serving a broad spectrum of high-profile clients, from entertainers to presidents. A world traveler, he absorbed elements from many cuisines to synthesize a unique, creative, personal style. Alan’s first cookbook, Omega-3 Cuisine, showcases his ability to bring health and flavor together, offering a wide range of dishes that are simultaneously exotic and accessible to the home cook. In Speed Vegan, Alan has kept flavor and health, but expanded these parameters to include quick, easy, and strictly plant-based recipes. For more information, visit www.alanroettinger.com. Our next featured guest, Neal D. Barnard, M.D., is a nutrition researcher, author, and health advocate. In 1985, Dr. Barnard established the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine, a nonprofit organization advocating for preventive medicine and higher ethical standards in research. Dr. Barnard is the editor-in-chief of the Nutrition Guide for Clinicians and the author of more than a dozen books, including the Cancer Survivor's Guide. Dr. Barnard established The Cancer Project, a nonprofit organization providing nutritional services for cancer patients and survivors.

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Host, Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian,  chats with super star bassist, Marcus McLaurine, who is a composer, leader and sideman. We’ll chat aobut great jazz and great vegetarian recipes! What could be better I say! Marcus McLaurine, has become one of the most sought-after artists in jazz, sharing bandstands with Dizzy Gillespie, Kenny Burrell, James Moody, Lou Donaldson, Dame Cleo Laine, Joe Williams, Jon Hendricks, Abbey Lincoln, and the Count Basie Orchestra under the direction of Thad Jones. For the past twenty-five years, Marcus has toured with legendary trumpeter Clark Terry. In 1981 Clark Terry called looking for a bass player. One evening at home, the phone rang. Marcus picked it up and the voice on the other end said, “This is Clark Terry.” Marcus immediately thought someone was playing a joke on him. Terry said he needed Marcus to play two gigs – a week at the Blue Note and a week in Canada. Still thinking it was some kind of hoax, Marcus agreed to meet at the Blue Note, and sure enough, it was indeed Clark Terry. With no rehearsal, Marcus played his first set with Terry. Marcus has been with the band ever since. Now, in addition to his work as a leader and first-call sideman, Marcus is focusing on his burgeoning career as a composer, writing both jazz and contemporary pieces. Marcus lives in New York with his wife and two children.

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Host, Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian,  chats with Lance Horne who is an Emmy Award winning composer, lyricist, singer, pianist, producer and music director. We’ll chat about his  CD, "First Things Last," and share some recipes and views on vegetarian food! Mr. Horne writes in various genres such as musical theater, rock, classical, film and broadcast television. Mr. Horne received a 2008 Daytime Emmy for Best Original Song (“Chemistry,” One Life to Live), 2010 Bistro for Best Album (Alan Cumming), 2006 Jonathan Larson Award (composer-lyricist), and multiple ASCAP Young Composer/Member Awards. His CD, "First Things Last," is his debut recording bridging pop, rock, theater and jazz. The CD features stage and screen stars such as Alan Cumming, Cheyenne Jackson, Ricki Lake, and more. Lance served as a musical consultant for the film Burlesque, starring Christina Aguilera and Cher. He co-produced Alan Cumming’s album I Bought A Blue Car Today and has served as Music Director for the NBC Orchestra and performances with Sandra Bernhard, Sydney Dance Company, the Boston Pops, Atlanta Symphony,  Adam Lambert, Ann Hampton Callaway and the New York Pops. Lance has been heard at Carnegie Hall, American Opera Projects, Sirius XM Satellite Radio, and at Sydney Opera House. He holds a Bachelors and Masters in Music Composition from The Juilliard School and has provided arrangements for the Boston Pops and the Broadway production of Little Women. His opera, Three Lost Chords, was praised in The New York Times when it debuted at New York’s Zipper Theater in 2008. In 2009 Ourboros, his classical composition for flute and piano, debuted at Zankel Hall. Horne is serving as Music Director for the workshop Alice By Heart, the new musical from Spring Awakening Tony Award-winners Duncan Sheik and Steven Sater.

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Host, Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian,  chats with Vesanto Melina who is an internationally known nutrition consultant and speaker, academic instructor and writer. We’ll discuss common food allergies and share user-friendly recipes to avoid them. Vesanto has worked with numerous groups and organizations such as Central Washington University, Heart Month, Washington State Dietetics Association and American Dietetics Association. She has taught nutrition on the faculty of the University of British Columbia and at Seattle's Bastyr University. Speaking engagements and consulting have taken her across North America, the U.K. and Europe. She is a regular consultant for the Government of British Columbia. Vesanto specializes in scientific writing on nutrition, computerized nutritional analysis of recipes, menus and products along with food writing for press, product sleeves and websites. Vesanto Melina’s undergraduate training was at the University of London, England and the University of Toronto, Ontario, Canada. This led to a B.A. in Home Economics with specialization in Nutrition. Graduate work included a Master’s degree in Nutrition at the University of Toronto, Ontario and two years of graduate course work in Adult Education at the University of British Columbia.

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Host, Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian,  chats with author and private chef Robin Asbell, who has been creating fabulous food in the homes of private clients for 15 years. We’ll share new vegetarian recipes to inspire a happier kitchen and a healthier you for the new year! Robins’ first book, The New Whole Grains Cookbook, is filled with flavorful, beautiful food that just happens to be whole grain. Her second book, The New Vegetarian Cookbook, explores delicious cuisine that nourishes the body and soul that even meat lovers will enjoy. Robin also writes for magazines like Better Homes and Gardens, Real Food, Experience Life, Taunton’s Fine Cooking, Vegetarian Times, and others. She also teaches and speaks around the country and audio blogs at amillioncooks.com. More: www.robinasbell.com

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Host, Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian,  chats with Chart Topping Singer/Songwriter Victoria Shaw, whose songs have been staples on the charts since the early 90s. We'll talk about her solo CD, songwriting career and chart topping music. I'll share some great tummy warming, cold-weather recipes along with my short list of "Top Winter Super Foods!" Victoria Shaw's #1 compositions include Garth Brooks' "The River" and "She’s Every Woman," Ricky Martin's “So’lo Quiero Amrte,” and Jim Brickman's "Sending You A Little Christmas." Ms. Shaw co-produced Lady Antebellum’s self-titled debut CD release for Capitol Records. She has had four of her songs nominated for a Daytime Emmy Award and won the Emmy with "This is Our Moment,” co-written with Earl Rose and Olivia Newton-John, and featured on the daytime drama, "As the World Turns.” She was awarded her second Emmy for the song, "When I Think of You," which was featured on the long-running daytime drama, "One Live to Live." Other hits include the Ricky Martin/Christina Aguilera duet, "Nobody Wants To Be Lonely” and the Garth Brooks/Trisha Yearwood duet "Where Your Road Leads." Victoria is passionately involved with many charities, including the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. She wrote and executive-produced the song, "One Heart at a Time," featuring the vocals of Garth Brooks, Olivia Newton-John, Billy Dean, Michael McDonald, Neal McCoy, Faith Hill and Bryan White and donated all of her writer/publisher proceeds to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Victoria has also performed throughout the world, including opening for Garth Brooks at his legendary concert in Central Park. More: http://www.victoriashaw.com/

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Host, Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian,  chats with Rob Ventre, an independent Personal Trainer based in New York City. Well chat about getting in shape through diet and exercise. I’ll share some great low fat and low calorie recipes to help you get started on the path to losing a few pounds this year. Rob is certified in “Personal and Group Fitness Training” by the International Sports Sciences Association and the International Fitness Association and he is certified in First Aid and CPR by the American Red Cross. In addition to private training, Rob is also affiliated with established fitness companies NYC Fitness Experts, Go Green Boot Camp, and The Rock Health and Fitness. He has personally trained British TV personality Trisha Goddard and served as resident trainer at Rangeley Region Health and Wellness Partnership where he worked alongside world-class ski coach Jeff Hawksley. In addition to being a personal trainer, Rob is also an experienced professional actor and member of Actor’s Equity Association. As a performer he studied and utilized a myriad of training techniques from athletic based strength and power conditioning, stage combat and fight choreography, to the holistic movement methods of Yoga, Feldenkrais, and the Alexander Technique. Rob’s diverse background and personality combined with his expertise and knowledge are his keys to achieving consistent positive results with his clients. More: www.nycfitnessexperts.com

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Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian,  welcomes Michael Feinstein, the multi-platinum-selling, five-time Grammy-nominated entertainer dubbed “The Ambassador of the Great American Songbook.” We’ll chat about his new CD, his PBS series, upcoming performances and great vegan food for the New Year! I’ll share some tips for creating a Healthy and Happy New Year Celebration, by sharing recipes and green entertaining ideas from my own party table. We’ll top off the show with some fabulous music from Mr. Feinstein. Michael Feinstein is considered one of the premier interpreters of American standards. More than simply a performer, Mr. Feinstein is nationally recognized for his commitment to celebrating America’s popular song and preserving its legacy for the next generation. He serves on the Library of Congress’ National Recording Preservation Board and his love of song can be heard in The Sinatra Project and in the PBS series Michael Feinstein’s American Songbook. Feinstein serve as artistic director of the Center for the Performing Arts, in Carmel, Indiana. Starting in 2010, he took over as director of Jazz and Popular Song Series at New York’s Lincoln Center. Feinstein received his fourth Grammy nomination for his release Michael Feinstein with the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra, his first recording with a symphony orchestra. Feinstein hosted and produced The Great American Songbook, a PBS special and DVD set from Warner Brothers Home Video that traced the history of popular music in our country. His Manhattan nightclub, Feinstein’s at Loews Regency, presents the top talents of pop and jazz. Feinstein appears there for a sold-out holiday engagement every year. Through live performances, recordings, film and television and songwriting, Feinstein is an all-star force in American music. www.michaelfeinstein.com.

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Host Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian, shares delicious "Dairy-Free Desserts for the Holidays!" I'll welcome Cathe Olson, author of “Lick It! Creamy Dreamy Vegan Ice Creams your Mouth will Love.” We’ll share easy dairy–free dessert recipes for the holidays and beyond. Cathe Olson has studied nutrition and cookery both formally and informally for over fifteen years, specializing in vegetarian, macrobiotic, and whole foods diets. She is the author of Lick It! Creamy Dreamy Vegan Ice Creams your Mouth will Love, The Vegetarian Mother’s Cookbook and Simply Natural Baby Food, and has had articles published in national magazines such as Mothering, Natural Family Online, and Natural Awakenings. Cathe has cooked at natural foods restaurants and delis in both the San Francisco Bay and Central Coast areas of California. Cathe is passionate about helping parents make healthy food choices for themselves and their families. She is a frequent speaker at parenting classes, schools, natural foods stores, libraries, and wellness centers. Her blog, http://catheolson.blogspot.com, offers information on healthy eating, organic food, genetic engineering, treatment of farm animals, book reviews, and more. You can contact Cathe through her website at www.simplynaturalbooks.com.

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Host Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian, chats with Leslie Cerier, “The Organic Gourmet,” who specializes in whole foods and organic cuisine. We’ll share fantastic holiday cooking and baking recipes; and we’ll also discuss eating for health and vitality and how to lose weight after the holidays! Leslie is Author of Gluten-Free Recipes for the Conscious Cook, presenting over 100 delicious recipes for easy-to-make, gluten-free, vegetarian meals. Leslie cooks and teaches all over the United States and is author of several other cookbooks, including Going Wild in the Kitchen; Sea Vegetable Celebration; Taste Life! Organic Recipes; and The Quick and Easy Organic Gourmet. Cerier is a chef, educator, environmentalist, photographer, and recipe developer, and is sought after by health professionals and private clients for her expertise in local, seasonal, organic cooking for health and vitality. Visit: www.lesliecerier.com/

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Today, host Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian, chats with Neal D. Barnard, M.D, who is author of the "Cancer Survivor's Guide: Foods That Help You Fight Back." We’ll discuss cancer fighting foods and healthy recipes! Neal D. Barnard, M.D., is a nutrition researcher, author, and health advocate. He established The Cancer Project, a nonprofit organization that provides nutritional services for cancer patients and survivors and public education geared toward prevention, and the Washington Center for Clinical Research, an organization dedicated to studies of diet and health. As an adjunct associate professor of medicine at the George Washington University School of Medicine, Dr. Barnard conducts studies on the role of nutrition in diabetes, obesity, and lipid management, among other health issues. Dr. Barnard’s articles have appeared in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, the American Journal of Medicine, the Journal of the American Dietetic Association, Scientific American, the American Journal of Cardiology, Obstetrics & Gynecology, Lancet Oncology, Preventive Medicine, and many other scientific and medical journals. Dr. Barnard is the editor-in-chief of the Nutrition Guide for Clinicians and the author of more than a dozen books for lay audiences. In 1985, Dr. Barnard established the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine, a nonprofit organization advocating for preventive medicine and higher ethical standards in research.

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Appearing on the show  Jazzy Vegetarian, today is Victoria Boutenko, the award-winning author of Green for Life. We’ll discuss green recipes and I’ll share my Berry Smoothie recipe. I’ll also welcome Pam Vieau of “Chocolate Inspirations,” to discuss the Chocolate for Charity campaign. Music from the talented flutist Ali Ryerson with the late, great guitar virtuoso, Joe Beck! Victoria Boutenko, is also author of Green Smoothie Revolution, Raw Family Signature Dishes, 12 Steps to Raw Foods, and Raw Family: A True Story of Awakening. In 1994, Victoria sought out alternative health paths and discovered the raw food lifestyle, which enabled her family to achieve vibrant health. Now a raw gourmet chef, teacher, inventor, researcher, and artist, she teaches classes on healthy living all over the world. As a result of her work, millions of people are drinking green smoothies and eating raw food internationally. Victoria continues traveling worldwide, sharing her gourmet raw cuisine and her inspiring story of determination. To learn more, please visit www.RawFamily.com

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Today, host Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian, shares her “No-Turkey” Holiday Recipes and earth friendly menu plan for serving a delicious holiday dinner! Then I’ll chat with author Kathy Stevens about her new book Animal Camp. She’ll share heartening tales of Catskill Animal Sanctuary, one of the country’s leading havens for farm animals. Kathy Stevens, Founder and Director of Catskill Animal Sanctuary, gave up a thriving eleven-year teaching career, and bought a disastrously rundown farm on a vast number of acres. With sheer determination, boundless compassion, and limited funds, she turned it into an acclaimed haven for livestock, the Catskill Animal Sanctuary. Her books, Where the Blind Horse Sings and Animal Camp present heartening stories of the difficult work that has gone into saving more than 2,000 lives since the sanctuary's 2001 founding. Stevens lives in Saugerties, New York.

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In a special one-hour show, host Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian,  welcomesMusical Superstar Jim Brickman, America’s Romantic Piano Sensation, to help celebrate the one-year anniversary of Jazzy Vegetarian Radio, with his new CD Home! HOME, echoes the warmth of tradition, the reflection of memories, and the welcome feeling of being with family and friends. Then I'll share favorite Jazzy Vegetarian recipes and green tips for your HOLIDAY HOME! We'll hear “Thank You,” (featuring American Idol’s 8th season fifth place finalist Matt Giraud), which is the first single release. Since the release of his debut album “No Words” in 1994, Jim Brickman’s romantic piano sound has made him the best selling solo piano artist of our time. Jim Brickman’s playing and songwriting has brought him two Grammy nods, six Gold and Platinum albums, and 30 charted adult radio hits. He tied for most number one CDs on Billboard’s New Age chart, and currently holds four of its top ten spots. Other guests: Rick Diamond of Book Publishing Company. He’ll share  about all of the new books being released that offer healthy, sustainable ideas for your home! Coach Cher Till will join us to share her  healthy holiday recipes, and to chat up her book; “RawQ your Health with 10 in 10 (10 ingredients or less in 10 minutes or less!) Cher has a Doctorate in the Philosophy of Theology, is an ordained minister, a chef, speaker, and coach. She has made it her mission to share her love of food with others. What a show!

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Today, host Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian, chats with Fran Costigan, Queen of the Vegan Desserts, to chat about tasty and healthy dessert recipes to prepare for your family and friends this holiday season. I’ll also share my famous Chocolate Pots de Crème recipe ...jazzylicious! Fran Costigan, is an internationally recognized culinary instructor, author, consultant, recipe developer and the pioneering vegan pastry chef who marries healthy eating with sumptuous tastes. Fran’s book, More Great Good Dairy-Free Desserts Naturally, is designed as a complete course in vegan baking. Fran’s recipes feature organic whole grains, fair trade natural sweeteners and chocolates, and clean seasonal ingredients. In Fran’s recipes, ‘nothing is missing except the dairy, eggs, white sugar and excess fat.’ She is the authority on all things related to vegan baking and desserts. A graduate of the New York Restaurant School, the Natural Gourmet Institute, and Nick Malgerie’s Professional Pastry Intensive, Fran and her decadent vegan dessert recipes have been featured on Discovery Health’s Get Fresh with Sara Snow, Better TV, and ABC’s Nightline. Her work has been profiled in numerous print and online publications such as The New Yorker, VegNews, Veg Family, Vegetarian Journal, Vegetarian Voice, Café Sweets Japan, and Organic Spa Magazine.

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Host Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian, chats Holiday recipes with Robin Robertson, author of Party Vegan, and Judith Kingsbury, the Savvy Vegetarian! I’ll share an easy holiday recipe...Jazzylicious! You can see the full video of my "Vegetarian Chopped No-Liver" recipe online! A longtime vegan, Robin Robertson has worked with food for more than 25 years and is the author of nineteen cookbooks, including her new book, Party Vegan! Party Vegan is a detailed guide to hosting vegan parties, covering everything from party planning to food presentation to shopping lists. Other titles include Vegan Planet, 1,000 Vegan Recipes, Vegan Fire & Spice, and Vegan on the Cheap. A former restaurant chef, Robin writes the Global Vegan food column for VegNews Magazine and has written for Vegetarian Times, Cooking Light, and Natural Health, among others. Robin lives in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley of Virginia. You may contact her through her website: www.globalvegankitchen.com. Judith Kingsbury, the Savvy Vegetarian supports vegetarian and vegan diet, healthy eating and green living, with delicious recipes, vegetarian advice, and free reports. Savvy Vegetarian is for everybody, from long time vegans, to those just thinking about going vegetarian. Get news and commentary on diet, health, environment, and green living at SV Blog, and free advice at Savvy Vegetarian Advice Blog.

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Yes, host Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian, chats today withPaul S. Boynton, author of "Begin with Yes." Please join us and learn how to change your life forever! This promises to be a most invigorating and inspiring show. AND...I am going to share an easy recipe, you are sure to love! Paul is an award-winning human services CEO who hosts the weekly television talk show, "Begin with Yes." Mr. Boynton has been recognized for distinguished service and excellence in nonprofit management. A personal coach, corporate consultant, and motivational speaker with degrees in social work and counseling, Paul writes the column Making Good Things Happen at Work and lives in New Hampshire with his partner.

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Host Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian,  talks "Vegan 101," with award-winning writer, actor, and producer Joanne Rose, who takes eating healthy to a whole new level with her North American comedic web series VEGAN 101. AND...It is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, so I’ll chat with Dara P. Richardson-Heron, MD, who is CEO of the Greater New York City Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure. Joanne Rose and her Vegan 101 web series takes a humorous look at her vegan lifestyle and received a 2010 Green Apple Award at the Green Lifestyle Film Festival. Rose writes, produces and stars in the project. The first episode “Dating A Vegan,” launched on the web television network Koldcast and on actor Will Ferrell’s FunnyorDie.com. Vegan 101, received fantastic reviews, celebrity endorsements and appearances on the Red Carpet, TV, Radio and Magazines. Joanne recently shot episode 6 "The Kerrie-Anne Kettle-Corn Show" in Los Angeles, with her wonderfully talented cast including Kristina Hughes, Brian Vermiere, Tamara Henry and Director, Kevin Carr. Special guest today is Dara P. Richardson-Heron who has more than 18 years of health care leadership, management and advocacy experience in the nonprofit and private sectors. Prior to joining the Greater New York City Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure as the Chief Executive Officer, Dara was the Chief Medical Officer of United Cerebral Palsy, Inc., providing advocacy, support services and advice and counsel to 100 UCP affiliates serving people in the US, Canada and Australia. Dara is a graduate of Barnard College and New York University School of Medicine. In addition to her many professional accomplishments, Dara is a 13-year-and-counting breast cancer survivor.

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Host Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian, chats about  delicious raw food with Rhio, who is a speaker, radio host, actress, singer, raw chef, and eco-farmer and author of "Hooked on Raw. We'll also chat with crooner Micheal Castaldo, about his upcoming big band concert in NYC. Rhio is a leading proponent of the raw/living foods lifestyle, through her lectures, radio shows. Her website provides information about health related issues and raw and living foods. Rhio is the author of "Hooked on Raw," a comprehensive 358-page book on the raw/live food lifestyle. It has 32 chapters, half of which feature 350 gourmet, live food recipes. The other half of the book deals with many pressing issues impacting our health, such as the irradiation of foods, genetic engineering of seeds/plants, and the extensive hybridization of seeds. Other topics covered are the value of organic foods, wild foods and fertile soil; the wonderful, rejuvenating effects of fasting; ideas on how to integrate into a raw/live food lifestyle, and much, much more. Rhio's memorable living food potluck dinners have been written up in the Los Angeles Times, as well as in smaller papers across the country and in Canada. She has also appeared on American Journal and CNN to promote the raw/live food lifestyle for optimum health.

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Host Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian, chats with Michael Parrish DuDell who is the Senior Editor for Ecorazzi.com and the Co-Founder and Editor-in-Chief for VEGdaily.com. We’ll chat about Vegetarian Awareness Month and how you can help! October is Vegetarian Awareness Month! We’ll also chat with Susan Levin, M.S., R.D., who is director of nutrition education at the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine about the new basic four food groups. Michael Parrish DuDell is a writer, speaker and entrepreneur. He is a frequent contributor to The Huffington Post, Crazy Sexy Life and VegNews magazine. the president of New York City’s Sustainable Leadership Council, a coalition of experts focusing on food sustainability.  Susan Levin, M.S., R.D., is director of nutrition education at the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM), a Washington, D.C. based nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting preventive medicine, better nutrition, and higher standards in research. Ms. Levin researches and writes about the connection between plant-based diets and a reduced risk of chronic diseases. Through her work, she addresses the need for nutrition guidelines that reflect PCRM’s New Four Food Groups (fruits, vegetables, legumes, and whole grains). Ms. Levin received her Master of Science in Nutrition from Bastyr University in Seattle, Washington. Ms. Levin completed a dietetic internship at Bastyr University and is a registered dietitian. Susan Levin received the Charlotte Newcombe Scholarship twice during her post-graduate work at Hunter College. She received her bachelor's degree in journalism and mass communications from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

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Today I chat with Terry Blaine, who is an internationally renowned jazz singer. She has enjoyed a varied musical career, including concert performances, radio, TV, recording and production. She is one of the few contemporary jazz vocalists specializing in the hot small band swing music from the 1930's. Terry is also a music therapist and she is internship director at Hospice, Inc., serving patients and families in Dutchess and Ulster Counties in New York's beautiful mid-Hudson Valley. Music Therapy is an integral part of the compassionate care provided by hospice professionals, helping to improve the quality of life for those facing terminal illness by addressing physical needs, offering emotional support, and encouraging spiritual connection to promote comfort, acceptance and peace. At Hospice, Inc., Terry provides clinical music therapy services to hospice patients and families in the home care, nursing home, and hospital settings, oversees the Education Program for Music Therapy Interns, coordinates music for children's bereavement groups and public memorials, and promotes an annual concert at Bard College called "Healing Voices, Caring Hearts" that raises awareness (and funds!) for the music therapy program. She is also an adjunct at SUNY New Paltz, teaching voice to music therapy students. This fall, Terry will be on tour singing classic jazz with longtime compatriots Mark Shane and Allan Vache. Terry lives in West Hurley, NY with her husband, composer/producer Tom Desisto, and their son, Michael.

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Today we’ll discuss healthy and easy recipes with Jennifer Cornbleet, who is a nationally recognized raw food chef and instructor. She is the best-selling author of Raw Food Made Easy for 1 or 2 People, with over 100,000 copies sold worldwide. She is a sought-after speaker dedicated to making the world of raw food an easy and accessible addition to 21st Century kitchens. Jennifer is a long-time faculty member at the respected Living Light Culinary Arts Institute in California. Her energetic personal style and inclusive approach to raw cuisine distinguish her in the food world. She is a frequent media guest, sharing her no-cook approach to eating on television and radio throughout the U.S. and Canada. Jennifer's first book, Raw Food Made Easy for 1 or 2 People, introduces readers to a world of delicious meals and snacks made exclusively with natural, wholesome foods. It focuses on providing maximum flavor with minimum effort, and features recipes specifically designed to yield just one or two servings. More than simply a recipe collection, Raw Food Made Easy for 1 or 2 People is a dining-made-easy manual, filled with tips, strategies and simple techniques that make it a pleasure to prepare beautiful, flavorful dishes. Jennifer's second book, Raw for Dessert, was released in 2009. It offers ideas for dozens of delicious dessert favorites – including cookies, cakes, pies, puddings, and candies. The recipes are made without dairy, sugar, flour, or processed ingredients of any kind, deriving their sweet flavor exclusively from Mother Nature's pantry.

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Today I welcome Susie Coston, Farm Sanctuary's national shelter director, to discuss the new video series “Sanctuary Tails, Reel Life at Farm Sanctuary.” These beautiful v-logs follow the activities of the shelter staff and animal residents as they carry out their daily routines. We’ll also chat with Agatha Achindu, CEO of Yummy Spoonfuls, about organic Baby Food. Susie Coston joined the Farm Sanctuary in March 2000. In the six years prior to coming to Farm Sanctuary, she worked for a veterinarian and at a sanctuary in West Virginia. Before that, she earned a master's degree in special education and worked with kids with disabilities. As a committed farm animal caregiver for more than a decade, Susie has been a mentor for many of her peers and is well-known for bringing the animals' stories of love, loss and life to the public. Currently, she oversees a full department of caregivers, feeders, cleaners, and project workers at the New York Shelter, ensuring that hundreds of animals are given the best possible care at every stage of their lives. Agatha Achindu is CEO & Chief Yummy Officer for Yummy Spoonfuls a company that manufactures nutritious organic baby food that tastes good to even the most finicky baby. To date the company has over 24 diverse offerings in its Creamy Yummy, Mushy Yummy, and Chunky Yummy stages and offers traditional foods like puréed carrots, pears, peas, and broccoli. In January 2009 Yummy Spoonfuls was rated #1 Baby Food: “Best Taste, Best Overall, Five Stars,” in a Cookie Magazine readers’ panel. Achindu has been featured in numerous publications and is frequently interviewed on the importance of educating moms on developing proper eating habits for their children.

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Today we’ll "talk chocolate" as I welcome Pam Vieau, owner and resident chocolatier of Chocolate Inspirations, Inc. We’ll share some fabulous, dairy-free chocolate and dessert recipes. Now that's sweet! Pam is a culinary artist with eighteen years of experience developing and marketing specialty chocolate products including her new line of “Vegan Confections.” She is an accomplished chocolatier, having trained under American, Swiss, Belgian and French Master Chocolatiers. Pam traded a batch of her homemade cookies for her first chocolate machine and launched her own specialty chocolate mail order/internet company, Chocolate Inspirations, Inc. Pam has received a national award and high accolades for her homemade English Toffee. She specializes in customizing original chocolate creations for clients including a chocolate birthday cake for Mayor Richard M. Daley and a chocolate Space Shuttle box for Senator John Glenn. Pam also teaches and she has also been contracted for on-site training, consulting and research and development for various small and large chocolate, flavor and confection companies. Her television guest appearances include: CBS Chicago Morning Show, CBS Chicago Morning News, “Taste” on NBC, and she has been featured in Chocolatier Magazine, Chicago Sun-Times, Chicago Tribune, and the Daily Herald.

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Today I’ll share quick vegan recipes and chat with Maribeth Abrams, author of “4-Ingredient Vegan.” Maribeth Abrams, is a certified nutritionist and lifestyle educator, natural foods culinary educator, motivational speaker, writer, corporate chef, and spokesperson for the North American Vegetarian Society. Known for her enthusiastic demeanor, Maribeth has appeared on radio and television discussing food and nutrition. She hosts the cooking DVD “Tofu 1-2-3” with Olympic athlete Carl Lewis, and pens the column “Ask Maribeth,” in Vegetarian Voice Magazine. Maribeth provides individual and corporate-level nutritional counseling for weight loss, detoxification, food allergies, and healthy eating for the treatment and prevention of chronic disease. Maribeth received her Bachelor’s Degree from Emory University, her Masters Degree from Georgia State University, and her nutrition training from the Global College of Natural Medicine. She is board certified by the American College of Drugless Practitioners.

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On today’s show we’ll discuss the pluses of buying food locally, wherever you are! I’ll chat with Maria Postell, a Gestalt Psychotherapist, entrepreneur, and professional singer who currently shares her time between NYC and the Dominican Republic. We’ll also talk with New Jersey local health food store owner, Fred Shafer, about his quest to offer natural foods to the community since 1974. Gestalt Psychotherapist and NLP Master Practitioner, Maria Postell, is a respected corporate mentoring and knowledge sharing expert who is passionate about helping people succeed and prosper. In 2008, Circulation Management Magazine awarded her an Audience Development All-Star for her accomplishments in developing and managing highly successful Mentorship Programs for over 12 years. Maria is also certified in Whole Brain Creativity Assessments (NBI), giving organizations knowledge in maximizing individual team, leadership and organizational performance. Maria's passion for entrepreneurial living and taking on new challenges has catapulted her through new experiences and adventures. She began her career as a professional singer, recording two CD's and performing throughout the U.S, Canada, and the Caribbean Islands. As a successful accessory designer, the fashion world took note of Maria rather quickly. Her designs, Flamin' Mamies and Genie Wraps were featured in Harper's Bazaar, Seventeen Magazine and Y&M and sold in Bergdorf Goodman, SAKS, and on QVC TV. Visit: www.link4success.com/ Fred Shafer opened Taste of Dawn in 1976, a pioneer in the natural foods movement, bringing herbs and whole foods to the community. His expertise in whole food nutrition and supplementation and his genuine care giving customer service are the cornerstones of Taste of Dawn's success. Visit: www.tasteofdawn.com