Think Plant-Based!: Recent Episodes
Julia and Shane
🎧 How to Fight the Winter Blues | Feeling low on energy as the days get shorter? You’re not alone. In this episode, Julia and Shane talk about how to beat the winter blues, that heavy, unmotivated feeling that often sneaks in during the darker months.
They open up about their own struggles with seasonal dips in mood and share practical, easy-to-try tips to lift your spirits. From getting outside for a few minutes of daylight, to staying active, creating cozy routines, and finding joy in small moments, this episode is your gentle reminder that you can feel better even in the middle of winter. ☕ Tune in for real talk, laughter, and warmth, and learn how to turn this winter into a season of rest, creativity, and light. 🎧 Topics covered: Why the “winter blues” happen Simple daily habits to boost mood and energy The importance of light, movement, and connection Reframing winter as a season for slowing down and recharging If you’ve ever felt the winter slump, this one’s for you.
Also, don’t forget to check out: EP 96 – Vegan Restaurant Shake-Up
In this episode, we’re diving deep into the recent wave of closures happening in the plant-based community.
The Great Vegan Restaurant Shake-Up: Why Our Favorite Spots Are ClosingLosing a beloved vegan restaurant can feel like a genuine loss. For many of us, these aren’t just places to eat; they’re safe havens and community centers where we can share a meal without a second thought. But recently, a troubling trend has emerged: vegan and plant-based restaurants around the world are closing their doors at an alarming rate.
In this powerful episode of the Think Plant-Based podcast, we’re confronting this issue head-on. We dive into the complex factors driving this trend, from the broad economic pressures hitting the entire food industry to the more specific challenges unique to plant-based businesses. We’ll talk about everything from the rising cost of ingredients to the evolving palates of the “plant-curious” consumer.
But this isn’t a story of defeat. We believe these closures are a critical moment for the movement—a chance to learn, adapt, and build a stronger, more resilient future. We share practical, actionable advice for both restaurant owners and customers on how to weather this storm and ensure that the plant-based dining scene not only survives but thrives.
Tune in to this episode and find out how you can be a part of the solution.
Episode Highlights:
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Understanding the economic and market forces behind the closures.
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The difference between a “niche” business and one with broad appeal.
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Specific ways customers can make a real difference, from direct ordering to social media support.
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A look at the future of the plant-based movement and why this evolution is a sign of maturity, not decline.
Also, don’t forget to check out: EP 95 – Ben Hagerty
In this episode, we talk to Ben Hagerty about his plant-based journey. We discuss vegan entrepreneurship and the best plant-based travel spots.
About Ben HagertyBen is the co-owner and essayist for the vegan travel guide and website, It’s Bree and Ben (http://www.itsbreeandben.com/). With his wife, Bree, they travel across Canada and the U.S. to learn and write about destinations where vegan and plant-based travelers can consider, which includes restaurants, boutiques, and other small and local businesses.
Ben also just completed his Masters degree in vegan entrepreneurship, in which he explored vegan businesses in the Vancouver neighborhoods of Kitsilano and Mt. Pleasant to learn about their insights and the common themes that they experience. He wrote his findings in an academic blog series entitled, Ben’s Vegan Vancouver, which may be read on my website at https://itsbreeandben.com/bens-vegan-vancouver/.
(About Bree & Ben: https://itsbreeandben.com/about/)
Website: https://itsbreeandben.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsbreeandben/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/itsbreeandben/
Also, don’t forget to check out: EP 94 – STUART WALDNER
In this episode, we talk to Stuart Waldner about his plant-based journey. Residing from Lexington, Kentucky, we talk about how growing up in one of the unhealthiest states shaped who he is and inspired him to write his book, “Escape the Meatrix”.
About Stuart WaldnerStuart Waldner is an activist and an author who invites readers to take the red pill as they Escape the Meatrix, the title of his debut non-fiction book, written after he transitioned to a plant-based diet in 2008. As his health improved, he felt better, and the more he learned about the statistical connections between our dietary choices and the worldwide climate crises we face, the more he felt an urgency to tell other people —for our health and for the planet.
Waldner spent nearly two decades exploring Earth’s greatest wonders and connecting with sacred sites around the globe. When he’s not advocating for the health of people and the planet, he spends time playing with his dogs, cooking plant-based foods, running, and restoring his 128-year-old Victorian home.
(Source: https://stuartwaldner.com/)
Website: https://stuartwaldner.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stuartwaldner/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100084725122965
Also, don’t forget to check out: EP 93 – BILLY GRISACK
In this episode, we talk to Billy Grisack about his inspiring story on how a plant-based diet helped change his life for the better. From losing over 100lbs, to overcoming many health issues, you won’t want to miss this episode!
About Billy GrisackPlant based musician, songwriter, Star Trek superfan, DND player, dad and husband.
(Source: https://twitter.com/billygrisack)
Website: www.departmentofvegucation.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/billygrisack
Also, don’t forget to check out: EP 92 – SANDRA NOMOTO
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In this episode, we talk to Sandra Nomoto about her plant-based journey and her new book, “VEGAN MARKETING SUCCESS STORIES” . Similarly, we talk to her about branding and marketing tips for new or old businesses.
About Sandra Nomoto“The Content Doctor” Sandra Nomoto is an award-winning content writer and editor for cruelty-free businesses. She also offers a suite of services for authors. Launching her career in the public relations industry, she ran Conscious Public Relations Inc. Over the 10 years in business, the company was the fourth public relations agency in Canada to earn B Corporation® certification, and Nomoto contributed to eWomenNetwork Vancouver earning the Best Social Media and Community Engagement Award. She authored The Only Public Relations Guide You’ll Ever Need in 2019 and Vegan Marketing Success Stories in 2022. On the side of her desk, she co-hosts VEG Networking Canada, Canada’s only vegan networking group. She previously served on the boards of directors of the Vancouver Mural Festival and Vancouver Short Film Festival, and writes at SandraNomoto.com and for several outlets.
(Source: https://www.sandranomoto.com/)
Website: https://www.sandranomoto.com/
Facebook: https://facebook.com/sandranomoto
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@sandra_nomoto
Also, don’t forget to check out: EP 91 – DR. AMANDA ADKINS
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In this episode, we talked to Dr. Amanda Adkins about her plant-based journey and how to stay healthy overall on a plant-based diet.
About Dr. Amanda AdkinsHi! I’m Dr. Amanda Adkins, MD, and I’ve been a board-certified internal medicine specialist since 2009. I have a deep passion for ensuring that everyone has a chance at a healthy and happy life. I know from both medical and personal experience that a plant-based lifestyle can lead to remarkable changes in our health and our ability to fulfill God’s will for us. Therefore, I decided to become a health coach to be able to guide more people to better health.
I want to share with you the transformational benefits I experienced first hand by changing to a Plant-Based Lifestyle. I am here to provide the tools you need to make the change, to guide you and to cheer you on through this journey. I want you to be able to achieve your dreams, and not be held back by heart disease, low energy, mental fatigue, or other health issues that can be reduced or even eliminated by switching up the fuel your body needs.
My own experience led me down a path of recovery from an unhealthy start in life. By the age of 14, I weighed almost 200 pounds and knew that if I was going to live a life fully, something had to change. Finding balance in mind, body and spirit has been an incredible journey. I look forward to supporting you in your pursuit of happiness and health.
(Source: https://www.dramandamd.com/about-me)
Website: https://www.dramandamd.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dramandaadkins
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCj7HwQ88Xn1FhK5eKtoOIkw
Also, don’t forget to check out: EP 90 – HARIKA PARMAR | VOGO TOURS
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In this episode, we talk to Harika Parmar, the creator of VOGO Tours, about her Vegan Eco Travel Tours around the world. She helps people have amazing journeys with their…
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In this episode, we talk to Rym Selmi, the CEO of MiiRO, about her plant-based journey and why she created a company that focuses on plant-based low sugar sweets. About…
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In this episode, we talk to Dr. Vanita Rahman about her plant-based journey and how to eat a healthy balanced plant-based diet. Also, we talk to her about getting enough…
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In this episode, we talk to Paul Shapiro about his plant-based journey. Also, we also talk to him about his company, “The Better Meat Co”, which creates Rhiza Mycoprotein, a…
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In this episode, we talk to Monk Coleman about his plant-based journey and his book “Love over Fear”. Also, we talk to him about how he changed his lifestyle for…
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In this episode, we talk to Cassidy Gundersen of Spiro Health & Wellness about her plant-based journey and how she helps people “reverse disease with diet”. About Cassidy Gundersen |…
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In this episode, we talk to Claudia Ganswind about her plant-based journey and talk to her about her new cookbook, “Raw Vegan Wellness Kitchen”. About Claudia Ganswind Claudia has always…
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In this episode, we talk to the owner, Van Nguyen, of Lotus Seed Vegan about his vegan journey and how he started his beautiful restaurant that keeps on giving back…
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In this episode, we talk to the owners Brett and Diane of Shop VEGN about their online vegan store. We also talk to them about their plant-based journeys and running…
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In this episode, we talk to the co-founder Margaux Khoury of Impact Veganics about her deodorant company that is changing the world and changing the way people do business. About…
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In this episode, we talk to Alan Twigg about his plant-based journey, his book and online courses. We talk about how to stay healthy during COVID19. About Alan Twigg In…
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In this episode, we talk to Dr. Melanie Joy, PhD about her plant-based journey and the world of carnism . Also, we also talk about how to better communicate and…
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In this episode, we talk to Dr. Joel Kahn, a practicing cardiologist, about his plant-based journey. Also, we talk about overall heart health, TMAO, saturated fat & dietary cholesterol and…
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In this episode, we talk to the Indian Rock Vegans from Naramata, British Columbia about their amazing plant-based journeys. From Stage IV Kidney Cancer to losing over 130lbs on a…
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In this episode, we talk about re-evaluating your habits during COVID. We talk about small changes you can do to make you more productive and in a better mind frame…
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In this episode, we talk Dr. Ernie Ward, a Vegan Veterinarian, about his plant-based journey and how to raise healthy plant-based animals. We also talk about his book, “The Clean…
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In this episode, we talk to Jane Velez-Mitchell about her plant-based journey and how becoming vegan has changed her life. A forerunner for the animal rights movement she founded the…
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Ep 73 – Brenda Davis | Registered Dietitian In this episode, we talk to Brenda Davis, a registered dietitian, about how to stay healthy on a plant-based diet. We talk…
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Ep 72 – Gabriel & Anna Zhanay | ProPlant Academy In this episode, we talk to Gabriel & Anna Zhanay from ProPlant Academy about their plant-based journey, nutrition, and staying…
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Ep 71 – Kyle Shea | Calming Tips During COVID-19 In this episode, we talk with Kyle Shea | Calming Tips During COVD-19. From becoming more mindful of what we…
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Ep 70 – Robert Cheeke | Vegan Bodybuilding In this episode, we talk to Robert Cheeke, vegan bodybuilder and best selling author, about staying positive and active during physical distancing.…
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Ep 69 – Dawn Renee | Traveling Caregivers In this episode, we talk to Dawn Renee of Traveling Caregivers about her plant-based journey and how she uses her lifestyle to…
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Ep 68 – Meatfree Maria Lee In this episode, we talk to Meatfree Maria Lee, a plant-based personal trainer and holistic self love coach . We talk about her plant-based…
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Ep 67 – Kind Cafe + Eatery In this episode, we talk to the owner Samantha of Kind Cafe + Eatery from Vancouver, BC. We talk about her zero waste…
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Ep 66 – Eds Bred Sourdough Bakery In this episode, we talk to owners Natasha and Ed of Eds Bred Sourdough Bakery, a 100% plant-based bakery and cafe in Whistler,…
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Ep 65 – Meatless Farm Company In this episode, we talk to Kasper Vesth, Meatless Farm Company – General Manager of North America about his amazing new meatless company that is…
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Ep 64 – Interview With Kathleen Gage In this episode, we talk to Kathleen Gage about her plant-based journey and how she transformed her life for the better. About Kathleen…
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Ep 63 – Interview With Kyle Shea Coaching In this episode, we talk to Kyle Shea Coaching about finding a purpose and figuring out why we do things, his plant-based…
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Ep 62 – Interview With Dr. Matthew Nagra, ND In this episode, we talk to Dr. Matthew Nagra, ND about the misconceptions of a plant-based diet. We talk about the…
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Ep 61 – Interview With Ekta Sheoran | Fashion Designer In this episode, we talk to fashionista Ekta Sheoran about her plant-based journey and her world within the fashion industry.…
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Ep 60 – Interview With Ravi Bohgan | Vegan Bodybuilder In this episode, we talk to Ravi Bohgan, a vegan bodybuilder, about his plant-based journey into becoming a vegan bodybuilder.…
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Ep 59 – Beanstock Coffee Festival 2019 In this episode, we talk about our time at the Beanstock Coffee Festival 2019. We talk bout oat milk and the future of…
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Ep 58 – Interview With Hooraw Cafe In this episode, we talk to Hans of Hooraw Cafe about his plant-based journey and how he got started in opening up a…
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Ep 57 – Plant-Based In Chicago In this episode, we talk about how much fun we had eating plant-based in the windy city, Chicago, for our honeymoon. Also, don’t forget…
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Ep 56 – Plant-Based Wedding In this episode, we talk about how we orchestrated our plant-based wedding and how to go about talking and setting things up with vendors to…
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Ep 55 – Interview With Simply Delish In this episode, we talk to Simply Delish about their amazing plant-based soup and salad business. We also talk about there plant-based journey…
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Ep 54 – Interview With Vegan Cave In this episode, we talk to Oliver from the Vegan Cave about his amazing family owned and operated plant-based business. About Vegan Cave…
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Ep 53 – Why Think Plant-Based! In this episode, we talk about why we started Think Plant-Based! Also, don’t forget to listen to: EP 52 – INTERVIEW WITH PLANTBASE FOOD…
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Ep 52 – Interview With PlantBase Food & Specialties In this episode, we talk to David Isbister, the owner of PlantBase Food & Specialties, about his plant-based journey and his…
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Ep 51 – Interview With Flourgirl Baking | Mitch & Diane In this episode, we talk to the owners of Flourgirl Baking, Mitch and Diane about their new plant-based baked…
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Ep 50 – Interview With Blue Heron Creamery | Karen McAthy In this episode, we talk to Karen McAthy about her plant-based business, Blue Heron Creamery. We talk to her…
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Ep 49 – Interview With Nomad Nutrition | Denis Mikhailov In this episode, we talk to Denis Mikhailov the owner of Nomad Nutrition about his plant-based journey and how his…
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Ep 48 – Interview With Matthew Prescott In this episode, we talk to Matthew Prescott from Austin, Tx about his plant-based journey and his book “Food Is The Solution”. We…
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Ep 47 – Interview With Monica Tang | Level V Bakery In this episode, we talk to Monica Tang, the owner of Level V Bakery and head baker for Bonus…
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Ep 46 – Plant-Based In The Movie Industry | Steve Chang (Stuntman) In this episode, we talk to Steve Chang about his plant-based journey and how he thrives on a…
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Ep 45 – Goals & Resolutions In this episode, we talk about setting goals & resolutions throughout the year and how to stay on track with them.
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Ep 44 – Interview With Nora’s Non-Dairy Ice Cream In this episode, we talk to the owners of Nora’s Non-Dairy Ice Cream, Katherine and Tyler, about their plant-based journey and…
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Ep 43 – Interview With Cookie Crumbles Vegan Bakery In this episode, we talk to Tina of Cookie Crumbles Vegan Bakery about her new vegan bakery business and raising her…
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Ep 42 – Interview With Ergogenics | Ricky Mehta In this episode, we talk to Ricky Mehta, the owner of Ergogenics, about his plant-based lifestyle and how he got…
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Ep 41 – Dealing With Social Situations On A Plant-Based Diet In this episode, we discuss dealing with social situations on a plant-based diet. From Holidays, to work environments you…
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Ep 40 – Preparing Your Immune System For The Winter In this episode, we talk about tips for preparing your immune system for the winter. No one wants to get…
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Ep 39 – Plant-Based In Berlin 2018 In this episode, Julia and Myself talk about being plant-based in Berlin, Germany in 2018. From new restaurants to new plant-based items at…
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Ep 38 – Interview With Plant Active Wear (Jordan Weisner) In this episode, we talk to Jordan Weisner of Plant Active Wear about his plant-based journey and how he started…
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Ep 37 – Interview With Bumble Bloom | Debra & James In this episode, we talk to the creators Debra and James of Bumble Bloom, a honey alternative product, about…
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