Viva! Vegan Podcast: Recent Episodes
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Welcome to the Viva! Vegan Podcast and News Minisode!
Co-hosted by Viva!’s head of comms, Faye Lewis, and Viva!'s head of investigations, Lex Rigby, each month they’ll be serving up some cracking in-depth chats with some of the most interesting figures in the vegan movement.
Each Podcast episode features a different individual – breaking down their vegan journey and recounting their highs and lows – followed by a candid chat between Faye and Lex on everything from mushroom-based leather alternatives to terrible cooking blunders.
In our Vegan News Minisode, we deep-dive into the world of vegan news and politics in a quick five-minute round-up of newsworthy events in veganism.
No matter where you are in your vegan journey, there’ll be something for you in the Viva! Vegan Podcast and News Minisode.
The show is presented by Faye Lewis and Lex Rigby and is released on the first of every month.
In this episode, Karin Ridgers and Victoria Featherstone Pearce - the co-founders of the pioneering Vegan Women's Club - speak with Viva! PR manager Rachael Simpson-Jones about why they're building a community for vegan women from all walks of life. Filled with laughter, insight, passion and deep emotion, this conversation covers everything from Karin and Victoria's vegan journeys to their belief in the importance of providing a platform on which all members can build their businesses, networks and much more.
In this episode of the Viva! Vegan Podcast, Fiaz and Jacqui join us at the Base in Bristol to talk about their exciting new project, a documentary film in the making. We chat about what inspired the film, the stories they hope to tell and why documenting the realities of animal exploitation and the power of vegan activism matters more than ever. Tune in for a behind-the-scenes look at the Base retreat, the challenges of filmmaking and the passion driving this powerful new project.
In this episode, award-winning vegan chef Charlotte Roy chats with Viva! PR Manager Rachael Simpson-Jones about the ever-evolving plant-based restaurant scene, her approach to delicious vegan cooking - and why she's got such beef with greenwashing. Covering everything from the "de-veganisation" of iconic restaurants to the store cupboard ingredients Charlotte can't live without, this cosy yet contentious chat is unmissable viewing for aspiring chefs and environmentally conscious cooks.
In this episode of the Viva! Vegan Podcast, we're delighted to be joined by Gemanu De Silva following the release of his powerful new album Industry Standard. Known for his fearless work as an undercover investigator exposing animal cruelty, Gemanu reflects on his extensive career on the frontlines of animal rights. We talk about the emotional toll and motivation behind his investigations, how music has become another outlet for activism and how he has hope for the future. Trust us, you don't want to miss this one!
In this episode, Faye is joined by stand-up comedian Tom Ward. He talks about the inevitable go-to vegan jokes, shares his personal journey into veganism, reflects on what becoming a new father means to him, and explains why he believes we should all be questioning the systems currently in place.
In this episode, author and journalist Chas Newkey-Burden joins Faye for a wide-ranging chat about his fascinating career, from diving deep into animal rights issues to penning headline-making biographies of pop culture heavyweights like Simon Cowell. Expect sharp insights, a few surprises, and plenty of behind-the-scenes stories along the way.
Juliet sits down with Chris Packham to discuss climate denialism and his efforts to challenge misinformation, including pushing back against the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board in the UK. In this honest, thirty-minute conversation, Chris reflects on the importance of confronting false narratives, the resistance he's faced, and why speaking out has never been more critical.
Recorded live from the Education Stage at Vegan Camp Out, this lively episode of the Viva! Vegan podcast features French chef Alexis Gautier in conversation with Viva! founder Juliet Gellatley. Gautier shares his journey into vegan cuisine and how he’s inspiring other chefs to embrace plant-based cooking – spoiler alert: it often means challenging their egos in the kitchen. Passionate, engaging, and full of insight, he captivates both the live audience and listeners alike, while Juliette’s brilliant questions draw out the stories behind his culinary philosophy. This episode is a feast of inspiration for anyone interested in vegan food, creativity, and pushing boundaries.
In a playful and energetic episode of the Viva! Vegan podcast, rapper and activist Inspeckta Veg talks about the unexpected journey that catapulted him into the spotlight with his viral hit Birdseye Baby Mums’. Blending sharp lyrics with a passion for plant-based living, he reflects on how music became his platform for spreading a positive message while breaking stereotypes about veganism. With humour and honesty, Inspector Veg shares the story behind his rise, the inspiration that fuels his creativity, and why he believes culture and music are powerful tools for change.
In a heartfelt episode of the Viva! Vegan podcast, educator and content creator Emily Moran Barwick – better known as Bite Size Vegan – speaks openly about the realities of burnout and the importance of prioritising her health. Known for breaking down complex issues into clear, accessible content, Emily reflects on the pressures of constant creation and the challenges of sustaining activism online. Yet at the heart of her work remains a deep passion for helping others: she shares how meaningful it is when teachers use her videos in classrooms to inspire and educate the next generation about compassion and veganism. Honest, vulnerable and deeply committed, Emily offers an unfiltered look at both the struggles and the rewards of using digital platforms to create change.
In a lively and insightful episode of the Viva! Vegan podcast, BOSH! founders Henry Firth and Ian Theasby sit down to talk about the journey that has made them two of the UK’s most recognisable vegan voices. The duo reflect on stepping into their individual fortes – from recipe creation to big-picture strategy – while Henry opens up about the joys and challenges of raising his daughter on a vegan diet. Looking ahead, they reveal exciting plans to launch a new range of supermarket foods, designed to make plant-based living more convenient and accessible than ever. With their trademark humour and down-to-earth honesty, Henry and Ian share not only their passion for food, but also their vision of a future where veganism is mainstream, affordable and inspiring.
In a fascinating episode of the Viva! Vegan podcast, entrepreneur, environmentalist and Ecotricity founder Dale Vince joins the conversation to share what he’s been working on – including his bold new project exploring how we might one day eat grass (yes, really). Known for his trailblazing vision in green energy, Vince also turns his attention to the political landscape, offering forthright views on how Britain can and must address the ongoing energy crisis. Blending innovation with activism, he discusses the intersections of food, climate and politics, and why reimagining our relationship with the planet is more urgent than ever. Vince’s forward-thinking ideas and uncompromising honesty make this a compelling listen for anyone interested in sustainable solutions to some of today’s biggest challenges.
In a powerful episode of the Viva! Vegan podcast, strongman and actor Patrik Baboumian sits down with Viva!’s Faye to reflect on his extraordinary journey. Best known for his record-breaking feats of strength and his role in the groundbreaking documentary The Game Changers, Baboumian shares how adopting a vegan lifestyle transformed not just his health, but his entire outlook on life. He discusses his new ventures into public speaking, using his platform to challenge stereotypes and inspire others – particularly men – to rethink strength, masculinity and compassion. With unflinching honesty, he contrasts his life before and after veganism, showing how purpose and empathy can be as powerful as physical force. This conversation is both inspiring and thought-provoking, offering a unique glimpse into the life of one of veganism’s most iconic advocates.
In an open and engaging episode of the Viva! Vegan podcast, businesswoman, activist and athlete Heather Mills talks about her latest innovation, No Bloat, a low FODMAP product designed to tackle bloating with 100% clean, minimal ingredients. Created for those struggling with sensitive stomachs and “gassy guts”, the product reflects Mills’ commitment to practical, plant-based solutions that make everyday life easier. Alongside this exciting new venture, she speaks candidly about the ups and downs that have shaped her journey, from personal challenges to professional triumphs, and how resilience has driven her forward. With her trademark energy and honesty, Mills offers both inspiration and practical insight, making this conversation a must-listen for anyone interested in health, wellbeing and living with compassion.
In a raw and deeply honest episode of the Viva! Vegan podcast, endurance athlete, TV daredevil and chef Matt Pritchard reflects on his remarkable journey of transformation. Speaking live from Vegan Camp Out, Pritchard opens up about his three years of sobriety and the lessons he has learned from leaving behind a chaotic past. Known for pushing limits on Dirty Sanchez and later reinventing himself with Dirty Vegan, he shares how sobriety has given him clarity, resilience and a renewed sense of purpose. Far from simply closing a chapter, Pritchard talks about looking ahead with focus and optimism, embracing a lifestyle built on compassion, balance and strength. His candid reflections offer not just a glimpse into personal growth, but an inspiring reminder that change is always possible.
In this month’s Minisode, Faye is joined by Viva! campaigner Kit to talk about the ASA’s ban on the Dairy is Scary cinema advert, the highly anticipated Vegan Camp Out, and a groundbreaking move by the Swiss government requiring food labels to disclose forms of animal abuse. They also discuss the University of the West of England students’ vote in favor of plant-based menus, and the future of food with lab-grown cheese.
In this episode of the Viva! Vegan Podcast, Kit is joined by Michelin-trained chef Liam Penn who speaks about his work in the fine-dining world. From Roald Dahl's snozzcumbers to pre-historic recipes, Liam takes inspiration from anywhere and everywhere to create his unique tasting menus. Over the past 15 years Liam has worked alongside some of the most awarded and talented chefs in modern cuisine: celebrity chef Heston Blumenthal at the 3 Michelin star restaurant ‘The Fat Duck’; celebrity chef Simon Rogan at the now 3 Michelin star restaurant ‘L’enclume’ and Andrew Dargue at the acclaimed vegetarian restaurant ‘Vanilla Black’ in London. You can check out Liam's upcoming events at: We hope to see you there!
In this month’s Minisode, Faye is joined by Viva! campaigner Kit to deep dive into how a vegan diet can support you through menopause - from tackling hot flushes to boosting mood and energy. But that’s just the beginning… They also revisit the viral Dairy is Scary video and discuss the latest Halfway Heroes campaign while shining a light on the incredible work being done on the ground by the Viva! team, taking the vegan message to cities across the UK!
In this episode, we welcome Dr Sailesh Rao – systems engineer, climate expert and founder of Climate Healers – to the Viva! Vegan Podcast. With a background in engineering that helped shape the internet, Dr Rao now dedicates his life to addressing humanity’s most urgent crisis: climate change. He speaks to Faye about how a global transition to a vegan lifestyle is not only essential for the planet’s survival but also central to building a just, compassionate world. Join us as we explore the science, ethics and deep interconnectedness between climate justice, animal rights and having a spiritual awakening! Viva! is the UK’s leading vegan campaigning charity, specialising in undercover investigations and animal, health, environmental and lifestyle campaigns. Founded in 1994 by Juliet Gellatley, we have spent 30 years creating a kinder, more sustainable world for humans and animals alike. Visit: Support: Follow us on socials: ▶ Facebook: ▶ Instagram: ▶ Twitter: ▶ TikTok:
In this special episode of the Viva! Vegan Podcast, we celebrate 30 years of fearless campaigning, groundbreaking investigations and powerful advocacy with the people who started it all. Viva! founder and director Juliet Gellatley sits down with longtime collaborator, author and fellow activist Tony Wardle for an intimate and inspiring conversation. Together, they reflect on three decades of pushing boundaries, exposing cruelty and building the UK’s most influential vegan charity from the ground up. From their early battles to their vision for the future, this episode is a heartfelt tribute to the passion, persistence, and people behind Viva! ---------- Viva! is the UK’s leading vegan campaigning charity, specialising in undercover investigations and animal, health, environmental and lifestyle campaigns. Founded in 1994 by Juliet Gellatley, we have spent 30 years creating a kinder, more sustainable world for humans and animals alike. Visit: Support: Follow us on socials: ▶ Facebook: ▶ Instagram: ▶ Twitter: ▶ TikTok:
In a compelling episode of the Viva! Vegan Podcast, bassist Tanya O’Callaghan shares her journey from a small-town Irish girl with a deep love for animals to a globally recognised musician and passionate animal rights activist. Known for her electrifying performances with legends like Whitesnake, Dee Snider and Puscifer, Tanya discusses how her early experiences volunteering at an animal shelter shaped her commitment to veganism and activism. She delves into the challenges and triumphs of maintaining a plant-based lifestyle while touring the world, offering insights into how changing one's plate can indeed change the world. Tanya also reflects on the evolving vegan movement in Ireland and the importance of unity and collaboration in promoting sustainable practices. Viva! is the UK’s leading vegan campaigning charity, specialising in undercover investigations and animal, health, environmental and lifestyle campaigns. Founded in 1994 by Juliet Gellatley, we have spent 30 years creating a kinder, more sustainable world for humans and animals alike. Visit: Support: Follow us on socials: ▶ Facebook: ▶ Instagram: ▶ Twitter: ▶ TikTok:
In this episode of the Viva! Vegan Podcast, Faye is joined by canine nutritionist Claire Lucie, who unpacks the science behind vegan dog food, busts the biggest myths about plant-based pet health and shares her top tips for keeping your pup thriving on a cruelty-free diet. Whether you’re curious about transitioning your dog to vegan food or just want to learn more about choices for pets, this episode is not to be missed. ---------- Viva! is the UK’s leading vegan campaigning charity, specialising in undercover investigations and animal, health, environmental and lifestyle campaigns. Founded in 1994 by Juliet Gellatley, we have spent 30 years creating a kinder, more sustainable world for humans and animals alike. Visit: https://viva.org.uk/ Support: Follow us on socials: ▶ Facebook: ▶ Instagram: ▶ Twitter: ▶ TikTok:
Bringing you the latest news from the world of veganism – Episode 42: March 2025 Welcome to the Vegan News Minisode, brought to you by the leading vegan charity, Viva! Presenters Faye and Erin are here with the latest updates on plant-based lifestyles, food, and animal campaign news. In this episode, they cover: Viva!'s Dairy Is Scary crowdfunder Plates becomes the UK's first Michelin-starred vegan restaurant University of Bristol students advocate for plant-based catering Vegan good news platforms thrive Is drinking oat milk a risk to your health
Bringing you the latest news from the world of veganism: Episode 40: February 2025 Welcome to the Vegan News Minisode, brought to you by leading vegan charity, Viva! Presenters Faye and Erin are here with the latest updates on plant-based lifestyles, food and animal campaign news. In this episode, they cover: - Viva!'s recognition at the 2024 Vegfest Awards. - A recent bird flu (H5N1) outbreak, which has been affecting cats - some falling ill or dying after eating contaminated raw pet food. - Naturalist and TV personality Chris Packham's criticism of the UK's Let's Eat Balanced campaign, calling it "dangerous propaganda." - The new documentary Food for Thought. - A new c-label for cultivated meat! Stay tuned for the latest in vegan news!
Bringing you the latest news from the world of veganism: Episode 39: December 2024 Welcome to the Vegan News Minisode, brought to you by leading vegan charity Viva!. Presenters Faye and Erin bring you the latest plant-based lifestyle, food, and animal campaign news. In this episode, Faye and Erin discuss the fact that 75% of UK dietitians incorrectly believe plant proteins are incomplete, Viva!'s high-protein V7 meal plan launched in collaboration with the PlantBuilt team, the brand Nukoko who launches cocoa-free chocolate in a bid to tackle their environmental impact and of course, campaigns such as Gasping for Life and Viva!'s A Very Vegan Christmas mini cookbook. For everyone listening throughout 2024, thank you so much and have a wonderful Christmas. See you in 2025!
Bringing you the latest news from the world of veganism: Episode 37: October 2024 Welcome to the Vegan News Minisode, brought to you by leading vegan charity Viva!. Presenters Faye and Erin bring you the latest plant-based lifestyle, food, and animal campaign news. In this episode, Faye and Erin discuss Viva!'s A Very Vegan Christmas mini cookbook, France's attempt to ban 'meat' terms from vegan products, Aldi's biggest Christmas range and the launch of V7 high-protein, in conjunction with the incredible PlantBuilt Plant Strong team. Enjoy!
Faye sits down with Viva!'s unstoppable founder and director Juliet Gellatley to chat about the highs, lows and hilarious moments of running Viva!. Juliet candidly discusses three decades of campaigning, taking us through the wild ride of vegan activism, recalling her battles and big wins. With plenty of laughs and honest reflections, Juliet shares the inside scoop on what it really took to turn her vision into a movement, showing us just how far Viva! has come!
Bringing you the latest news from the world of veganism: Episode 37: October 2024 Welcome to the Vegan News Minisode, brought to you by leading vegan charity Viva!. Presenters Faye and Erin bring you the latest plant-based lifestyle, food, and animal campaign news. In this episode, Faye and Erin discuss Viva!'s 30th birthday celebrations, helping out at Dean Farm Sanctuary, Beyond Meat's new "whole-muscle" mycelium-based steak, plant-based Nutella, dodgy donut eating habits, and the launch of V7!
Bringing you the latest news from the world of veganism: Episode 36: September 2024 Welcome to the Vegan News Minisode, brought to you by leading vegan charity Viva!. Presenter Faye is this month joined by new co-host, Erin, as they bring you the latest plant-based lifestyle, food, and animal campaign news. In this episode, Faye and Erin discuss Bristol trip-hop pioneers Massive Attack and their eco-conscious and entirely vegan menu at festival Act 1.5, how precision fermentation could help the world move away from animal agriculture, how soy milk is better than cow's milk for cardiometabolic health - and just what cardiometabolic health means - as well as Viva!'s latest campaigns and tours... Enjoy!
Dr. Michael Greger, a trailblaser in nutrition and lifestyle medicine, and author of How Not to Die joins Viva! to discuss his groundbreaking work with us during the pandemic and his personal motivation, sparked by his grandmother, to revolutionise health through diet. He dives into the urgent need to combat heart disease with preventive nutrition and lifestyle choices, while also tackling the myths surrounding patient compliance and physician biases. Plus, he reveals how all proceeds from his work go directly to charity, showcasing his dedication to both health and giving back. Live from 2024's Vegan Camp Out, Faye sits down to chat about: Dr. Greger’s high-impact collaboration with Viva! on pandemic work The personal story behind his shift to nutrition and lifestyle medicine The fight against heart disease through dietary and lifestyle changes Debunking myths about patient compliance and physician attitudes His charitable approach with book sales and its impact
Vegan Queen V, the dynamic force behind the album Freedom Warrior, is celebrated for her passionate belief that vegans are freedom warriors fighting for liberation for all. Known for her powerful songs that highlight the themes of key documentaries like Cowspiracy and Land of Hope and Glory, she draws poignant parallels between human and animal rights. Her music reflects on the transformative impact of veganism on her life, including cherished memories of growing up with a cow as her best friend. Live from 2024's Vegan Camp Out, Faye sits down to chat about: The empowering message behind Freedom Warrior The impact of documentaries on her activism The parallels between human and animal struggles in her music Her personal journey and improvements since embracing veganism Her childhood connection with a cow and its influence on her advocacy
Gaz Oakley, the "Avant-Garde Vegan," is a renowned chef, author, and YouTuber known for his innovative and visually stunning vegan recipes. He has authored popular cookbooks like Vegan 100 and Plants Only Kitchen, inspiring many to embrace plant-based cooking. Gaz's commitment to sustainability and creative culinary approach has made him a leading figure in the vegan movement. Live from 2024's Vegan Camp Out, Faye sit down to chat about the magic of herbs for health, sustainable vegetable growing, plant-based cooking, eco-friendly living, and the future of food! In this episode: The magic of herbs and incorporating them into your diet for maximum health benefits The benefits of growing your own food Wider conversations around sustainability and veganism What's next for Gaz About Our Show Listen now by clicking the play icon below. We’re also on , , , and . Get the latest episode, straight to your mobile device or computer. It’s automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2024. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Faye Lewis for Viva!.
Genesis Butler, a fearless young activist, made headlines with her TED Talk at just 10 years old. Known for her bold stance against the fossil fuel industry and her direct appeal to the Pope, Genesis is a powerful voice for environmental and animal rights. Her unwavering commitment to creating a sustainable future has positioned her as a leading figure in the youth activism movement. Live from 2024's Vegan Camp Out, Faye sits down to chat about: Going vegetarian at three, and vegan at six Her Million Dollar Vegan campaign Branching out into Uganda Her memories of the late poet Benjamin Zephaniah Her first lawsuit! About Our Show Listen now by clicking the play icon below. We’re also on , , , and . Get the latest episode, straight to your mobile device or computer. It’s automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2024. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Faye Lewis for Viva!.
Mic the Vegan, a prominent voice in the plant-based community, is back for his third appearance at Vegan Camp Out, reflecting on the event's impressive growth since his first visit in 2019. The festival's expansion highlights the UK’s leadership in veganism compared to the US, where consistency varies state by state. Mic shares insights into his YouTube journey, from initial hesitance to engage with the camera, to overcoming fears of appearing "wimpy" for going vegan, and his commitment to thorough research and evidence-based content. Live from 2024's Vegan Camp Out, Faye sits down to chat about: The evolution of Vegan Camp Out and its growth since 2019 Differences in veganism between the UK and the US Mic's initial fears and eventual success in creating YouTube content The development of his in-depth research and the rise to 400,000 followers The importance of citing scientific claims and maintaining credibility Dishonest reporting!
Macca B, the pioneering reggae artist, reflects on his early vegan journey over thirty years ago when few understood his commitment to a plant-based lifestyle. He laughs at his visit to Serbia, where a waiter initially mistook his dietary choices for a sign of illness, highlights how attitudes have shifted as people now recognise the benefits of veganism. Macca B's commitment extends to his children and grandchildren, all of whom follow a vegan lifestyle, and he believes leading by example is the most effective way to educate others. Live from 2024's Vegan Camp Out, Faye grabs him just before his performance to chat about: Macca B’s early struggles with veganism and how perceptions have changed His experience in Serbia and the evolving understanding of veganism The influence of leading by example and its impact on education His reggae fans' dedication to social issues and one love The transformative power of music in driving change
Juliette Gellatley, founder and director of Viva!, sits down with esteemed actor Peter Egan to discuss some of Viva!’s provocative campaigns, including the impactful dog roast stunt at Henley Regatta and its reception. Peter, who once faced questions about eating dogs before his transition to veganism, reflects on the stark hypocrisy he observed in animal lovers who still consume animal products. He recounts how watching the documentary Earthlings left him speechless and led to his immediate switch to veganism, as it exposed the brutal realities of animal slaughter. Peter also discusses his own film on the subject, his disheartening experiences with documenting animal cruelty, and his ongoing efforts to prevent the import of elephant feet and tusks into the UK through parliamentary lobbying. Live from 2024's Vegan Camp Out, Juliette sits down to chat about: The impact of Viva!’s dog roast stunt and public reaction Peter's journey from questioning to embracing veganism The influence of Earthlings on his decision to go vegan His film on animal slaughter and the emotional toll of documenting cruelty Efforts to combat the import of wildlife trophies and legislative advocacy Caging animals from hamsters and rabbits and the start of a disconnection from compassion rooted in childhood The evils of dressage
Lucy Watson, formerly of Made in Chelsea, has undergone a profound transformation since her time on a working farm where she witnessed the harsh realities of animal slaughter. The impact of Cowspiracy and the dairy industry further solidified her decision to stop eating animals, and her journey into veganism has expanded into activism, vegan cookbooks, and occasional TV debates. As a new mother, Lucy reflects on the emotional connection between raising a child and understanding the pain endured by cows, while also championing cruelty-free beauty products and raising her child vegan. Live from 2024's Vegan Camp Out, Faye sits down to chat about: Lucy’s transition from reality TV to vegan activism The impact of Cowspiracy and witnessing animal slaughter The emotional connection between new motherhood and animal rights The rise of cruelty-free beauty products and available options Raising her child vegan and its significance
The Happy Pear brothers dive into the quest for genuine contentment amidst the pressures of modern society, where perpetual happiness often feels out of reach. Chatting live from Vegan Camp Out, they explore how social demands and the comfort trap of sedentary lifestyles conflict with our biological needs, leading to widespread dis-ease. Sharing insights from their journey, they reflect on the impact of raising six kids (with their respective partners, not together)! and their 2004 veg shop startup, which sparked a plant-based ripple effect and community growth when veganism was still considered edgy. Their personal transformation, driven by a desire to align with authentic values rather than the "false gods" of power, money, and status, underscores their commitment to improving joy and satisfaction in life. Live from 2024's Vegan Camp Out, Faye sits down to chat about: Navigating modern society’s demands and improving genuine joy Balancing life and fostering contentment The impact of the comfort trap on health and well-being Their vegan story and building of a plant-based community Future plans and the craic
Bringing you the latest news from the world of veganism: Episode 36: July 2024 Welcome to the Vegan News Minisode, brought to you by leading vegan charity Viva!. Presenter Faye is this month joined by new co-host, Erin, as they bring you the latest plant-based lifestyle, food, and animal campaign news - filmed at Vegan Camp Out 2024! In this episode, Faye and Erin discuss Viva!'s controversial Hog Roast stunt at the Henley Royal Regatta. They also discuss the guests being interviewed by Viva! at VCO for the Viva! Vegan Podcast, and Erin's backstage gossip including not recognising Simon Amstell, holding Peter Egan's jacket, and more.... Enjoy!
Bringing you the latest news from the world of veganism: Episode 35: July 2024 Welcome to the Vegan News Minisode, brought to you by leading vegan charity Viva!. Presenter Faye is this month joined by Rachel as they bring you the latest plant-based lifestyle, food, and animal campaign news from around the globe. In this episode, Faye and Rachel discuss the worrying potential threat of a bird flu pandemic, Rachel interviews Heather Mills and the rebranding of VBites, they discuss Kier Starmer's flexitarian diet and how the UK government is facing legal action over lobsters. Enjoy!
Bringing you the latest news from the world of veganism: Episode 34: June 2024 Welcome to the Vegan News Minisode, brought to you by leading vegan charity Viva!. Presenter Faye is this month joined by Rachel as they bring you the latest plant-based lifestyle, food, and animal campaign news from around the globe. In this episode, Faye and Rachel discuss a controversial article claiming vegan meat causes heart disease. Spoiler alert: it's flawed. They also delve into Viva!'s latest risqué ad campaign, discuss the health professionals urging the government to withdraw misleading meat and dairy adverts, and weigh in on the activists who have tagged King Charles’ portrait, calling for him to suspend support for the RSPCA assured scheme. Enjoy!
Rapper and animal rights activist Feldi has taken conscious rap to another level. Using his talents to advocate for animals through music, he brings the vegan message to a new audience. In this episode of the Viva podcast, Feldi opens up about his journey to veganism, his work as an activist, and the songs that have meant the most to him. Feldi will be performing at Vegan Campout 2024 and you can follow his socials @Iamfeldi on Instagram About Our Show Listen now by clicking the play icon below. We’re also on , , , and . Get the latest episode, straight to your mobile device or computer. It’s automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2024. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Faye Lewis for Viva!.
Doctors Daisy Lund and Clare Day discuss health narratives in the media, processed food, Ozempic, the Eatwell Guide, and their views on processed foods, oat milk and more! Rachel and Faye sit down to ask plenty of health-related questions and discuss how they went about launching their own podcast In this episode: Are processed meats terrible for you? Are children the cause of an unhealthy diet? Are fad diets like Keto good for us long-term? Wider conversations around health and veganism About Our Show Listen now by clicking the play icon below. We’re also on , , , and . Get the latest episode, straight to your mobile device or computer. It’s automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2024. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Faye Lewis for Viva!.
The Vegan News Minisode with Faye Lewis Bringing you the latest news from the world of veganism: Episode 33: May 2024 Welcome to the Vegan News Minisode, brought to you by leading vegan charity Viva!. Presenter Faye is this month joined by Rachel as they bring you the latest plant-based lifestyle, food and animal campaigns news from around the globe. In this episode, Faye and Rachel discuss Martin Freeman's shock U-turn on vegetarianism, Viva!'s 'golden ticket' competition, Lidl's plant-based price parity in Belgium, and they make a heartfelt plea to Greggs to bring back the vegan steak bake.
Thomas Pickering is a renowned documentary filmmaker known for his compelling storytelling. He joins Faye to discuss his latest documentary I Could Never Go Vegan exploring the challenges and misconceptions surrounding veganism, offering a complete debunk around the barriers to veganism, while examining the ethical, environmental, and health-related considerations associated with plant-based diets. In this episode, Thomas and Faye discuss topics, such as: a handful of organisations having more power than governments misconceptions around protein and the real issue of fiber deficiency arable farming and the subsidised dairy and meat industries the horror of factory farming About Our Show Listen now by clicking the play icon below. We’re also on , , , and . Get the latest episode, straight to your mobile device or computer. It’s automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2024. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Faye Lewis for Viva!.
The Vegan News Minisode with Faye Lewis Bringing you the latest news from the world of veganism: Episode 32: April 2024 Welcome to the Vegan News Minisode, brought to you by leading vegan charity Viva!. Presenter Faye is this month joined by Rachel as they bring you the latest plant-based lifestyle, food and animal campaigns news from around the globe. In this episode, Faye and Rachel discuss a video claiming raw milk heals lactose intolerance, and it being flagged as ‘false information’. The hugely anticipated documentary, I Could Never Go Vegan, France's ban on meat labels for vegetarian products, Cillian Murphy and vegan chef Kirk Haworth's win on Great British Menu, 'Champion of Champions'...
The Vegan News Minisode with Faye Lewis Bringing you the latest news from the world of veganism: Episode 31: March 2024 Welcome to the Vegan News Minisode, brought to you by leading vegan charity Viva!. Presenter Faye is this month joined by Issy as they bring you the latest plant-based lifestyle, food and animal campaigns news from around the globe. In this episode, Faye and Issy discuss Speciesism, Pignorant, the power of collaboration, Christspiracy, and the vegan cheese brand Daiya, which caused a stir online after unveiling its beef burger. They also talk about the brilliant new campaign from Viva! 50 by 25...
Kip Andersen is an American filmmaker, producer, writer, entrepreneur, and the founder of Animals United Movement (A.U.M.) an which focuses on promoting awareness and equality for all life. He is known for his such as , , and . He joins Faye to discuss his latest in the Spiracy documentary franchise, Christspiracy, which aims to expose a 2,000 year cover up. The investigative documentary examines the exploitation of animals in religious and spiritual contexts, exposing secrets of the church in the process. In this episode, Kip and Faye discuss topics, such as: is there an ethical way to kill an animal? misconceptions around the humane treatment of animals in religion how it feels to be exposing the church Kip's vegan journey About Our Show Listen now by clicking the play icon below. We’re also on , , , and . Get the latest episode, straight to your mobile device or computer. It’s automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2024. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Faye Lewis for Viva!.
Mark Wakeling’s journey from hunter and soldier to vegan animal sanctuary owner is captivating. The son of a man who ran livestock markets, where he worked as a boy, he used to hunt and fish and then became a soldier. After years in London as an actor and acting teacher, he returned to the country to find peace at Amberwood Sanctuary. 👉🏽Founded in 2021, his sanctuary currently looks after 42 animals – 10 cows, 27 sheep and five pigs. The sanctuary is located at a former beef farm in the Oxfordshire countryside of England. ✨Their mission is to provide a safe home for animals who otherwise face slaughter. ✨This experience of turning a beef farm into a vegan sanctuary has inspired Mark’s vision of making it happen everywhere. For more information, visit About Our Show Listen now by clicking the play icon below. We’re also on , , , and . Get the latest episode straight to your mobile device or computer. It’s automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2023. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Faye Lewis for Viva!.
Georgie Purcell, the Animal Justice Party MP, and a distinguished member of the Victorian Legislative Council representing Northern Victoria, made headlines in 2020 with her courageous inaugural speech. Despite being the youngest woman ever elected in the state, Georgie faced adversity head-on, openly addressing her past as a stripper and confronting the online abuse and misogyny that followed. Since then she has worked tirelessly for both animals and humans alike. She sits down with Faye to delve into her remarkable journey, tracing her path from activism to the halls of power. Join us as she shares her resilient pursuit of equality and justice, using her platform to advocate for meaningful change. In this conversation, Georgie and Faye discuss topics, such as: parliament being a 'boys' club Georgie's early start in activism her recent setback on duck shooting not being banned in Australia a real need for change in politics and structures globally the incredible work she has achieved to date and what is next About Our Show Listen now by clicking the play icon below. We’re also on , , , and . Get the latest episode, straight to your mobile device or computer. It’s automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2024. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Faye Lewis for Viva!.
Ed Winters is a vegan educator, best-selling author, public speaker and content creator, widely known for his viral debates, speeches, and video essays. In this episode, Issy sits down with Ed to discuss his new book How to Argue With a Meat Eater (And Win Every Time), his nine-year vegan journey, how his mindset shifted from thinking vegans were humourless and attention seekers, to being one of the leading voices in the movement. In this conversation Issy and Ed discuss topics, such as: Ed’s childhood and how university changed his mindset Specism Rupert the Hamster, his companion animal and his love of broccoli Expression, vulnerability in having your views questioned Culture wars and pseudo science Critical thinking Listen to the full episode here Watch the Episodes On Also on Viva! Spotify Apple Music
Jane Velez-Mitchell is an award-winning broadcast journalist, best-selling author, and the founder and managing editor of the streaming service UnchainedTV. At the helm of , Velez-Mitchell has built a network of filmmakers, journalists, content creators, and animal rights activists who are all working towards a common goal: to make it as easy as possible for a global audience who isn’t necessarily interested in animal rights to stumble upon content with an underlying vegan message — for free. In this conversation, Jane and Faye discuss topics such as: her childhood and early activist days her prolific journalism career working with CNN, TruTV, E!, Celebrity Justice and, of course, UnchainedTV mass media and its power in terms of spreading the vegan message how the climate apocalypse is coming! Find out more about Jane and UnchainedTV, visit here: About Our Show Listen now by clicking the play icon below. We’re also on , , , and . Get the latest episode, straight to your mobile device or computer. It’s automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2023. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Faye Lewis for Viva!.
In this episode, Issy sits down with Captain Paul Watson, a pioneering animal rights activist who founded the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society, an anti-poaching and direct action group focused on marine conservation activism. In this episode, Issy and Paul discuss: the release of his new book Hitman for the Kindness Club his direct action saving animals in the oceans and his lifetime commitment to making the world a better place for all its inhabitants His fascinating knowledge of marine biology and passion for all animal life About Our Show Listen now by clicking the play icon below. We’re also on , , , and . Get the latest episode, straight to your mobile device or computer. It’s automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2024. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Faye Lewis for Viva!.
Dani Taylor is a vegan figure competitor and champion, the co-founder of VeganProteins.com, and also a co-founder of PlantBuilt.com As an overweight child and adolescent who believed that was the way she was “meant to be”, Dani switched to an ethical vegan diet and lost 30 pounds. At this point, she realised she had the power to change the way she looked and felt. She began lifting weights and doing cardio, and she is now a gold medal champion several times over and one of the best professional athletes in the bodybuilding community. In this conversation, Dani and Faye discuss topics such as: the resounding success of the PlantBuilt team, who obliterated the competition at Mr America across bodybuilding, Olympic weightlifting, powerlifting, kettlebell sport, and CrossFit the myths surrounding diet still pedalled by the meat and dairy industries Dani's journey into personal training and her reasons for going vegan how anyone can make a positive change through their diet and exercise Find out more about Dani and the PlantBuild team here: About Our Show Listen now by clicking the play icon below. We’re also on , , , and . Get the latest episode, straight to your mobile device or computer. It’s automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2023. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Faye Lewis for Viva!.
Andrew Fearn, the quiet half of Sleaford Mods, the bedroom musician half and the half that soundtracks the caustic narratives of the other half, Jason Williamson, opens up about his vegan journey, compassion for animals and trying to do what he can. Sleaford Mods have described their work as "electronic munt minimalist punk-hop rants for the working class." Williamson is responsible for the words, Fearn for the music. Sleaford Mods songs have been described as embittered rants about such topics as unemployment, modern working life, celebrities and pop culture, capitalism, and society in general. In this conversation, Andrew and Faye discuss topics, such as: austerity and poverty in the UK becoming very famous and what it feels like Andrew's interest in charities, from Viva! to Shelter the best places for vegan food while touring playing the Sydney Opera House how he tries to use his platform to highlight causes he cares about About Our Show Listen now by clicking the play icon below. We’re also on , , , and . Get the latest episode, straight to your mobile device or computer. It’s automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2023. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Faye Lewis for Viva!.
In this episode, we are joined by Emma Håkansson, an incredible activist from Australia who is campaigning for the end of animal exploitation within the fashion industry while also reducing the toll fashion has on the environment and the people who work in the industry. She founded her organisation, Collective Fashion Justice, to enable changes by educating future fashion minds, creating conversations with industry professionals and working towards legislative change. Emma is the author of How Veganism Can Save Us, Total Ethics Fashion and the soon-to-be-released Sub-Human: A 21st-Century Ethic; on Animals, Collective Liberation, and Us All. She was also heavily involved in the production of Slay, the pioneering documentary that investigates fur, leather and wool, greenwashing and the impact that brands using animal skins have on people, the planet and animals. In this eye-opening conversation, Emma sits down with hosts Issy and Rachel to discuss: her vegan journey and how she got into activism, including the production of Slay the fashion industry's lack of transparency in material sourcing and the price animals pay for our fashion choices the ethical conundrum of choosing which fabrics to wear in a world that glamorises the use of animal skins debunking myths around the alleged sustainability of wearing animal products — and much more Find out more about Emma here: About Our Show Listen now by clicking the play icon below. We’re also on , , , and . Get the latest episode, straight to your mobile device or computer. It’s automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2023. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Faye Lewis for Viva!.
The Vegan News Minisode with Faye Lewis Bringing you the latest news from the world of veganism: Episode 30: February 2024 Welcome to the Vegan News Minisode, brought to you by leading vegan charity Viva!. Presenter Faye is this month joined by Rachel as they bring you the latest plant-based lifestyle, food and animal campaigns news from around the globe. In this episode, Faye and Rachel discuss Veganuary, a 3D-printed vegan eel, the , how a 100% switch to plant-based diets in England could save the NHS £6.7 billion a year and the criticism surrounding Mark Zuckerberg's new ‘beef’ farm...
The Vegan News Minisode with Faye Lewis Bringing you the latest news from the world of veganism: Episode 28: December 2023 Welcome to the Vegan News Minisode, brought to you by leading vegan charity Viva!. Presenter Faye is this month joined by Rachel as they bring you the latest plant-based lifestyle, food and animal campaigns news from around the globe. In this episode, Faye and Rachel discuss having a vegan Christmas, Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget, and their Viva! highlights for 2023...
The Vegan News Minisode with Faye Lewis Bringing you the latest news from the world of veganism: Episode 27: November 2023 Welcome to the Vegan News Minisode, brought to you by leading vegan charity Viva!. Presenter Faye is this month joined by Issy as they bring you the latest plant-based lifestyle, food and animal campaigns news from around the globe. In this episode, Faye and Issy discuss how , ), the charges brought against , , the horrifying news that and much more...
The Vegan News Minisode with Faye Lewis Bringing you the latest news from the world of veganism: Episode 26: October 2023 Welcome to the Vegan News Minisode, brought to you by leading vegan charity Viva!. Presenter Faye is this month joined by Rachel as they bring you the latest plant-based lifestyle, food and animal campaigns news from around the globe. In this episode, Faye and Rachel discuss , how the world would "save more emissions than the UK produces" , and the language behind vegan marketing — specifically, . You can also see the new and much more...
The Vegan News Minisode with Faye Lewis Bringing you the latest news from the world of veganism: Episode 25: September 2023 Welcome to the Vegan News Minisode, brought to you by leading vegan charity, Viva!. Presenter Faye is this month joined by Lex as they bring you the latest plant-based lifestyle, food and animal campaigns news from around the globe. In this episode, Faye and Lex discuss the brand-new podcast and minisode look (now on film), Viva!’s TV advert, the ASA’s ruling to ban Viva!’s viral video, our latest , the exciting launch of Viva!’s second cookbook, and much more!
Formed in 1979, MDC are one of the longest-lasting hardcore bands still touring. And frontman Dave Dictor is one of the most enduring, selfless vegans, who is a name check for any band in punk or hardcore. Dave talks to Faye live from Vegan Camp Out about how his love of animals will never abate and how easy it is to be vegan now. In this conversation Dave and Faye discuss topics, such as: His band talking about social and political issues and why it’s important The importance of sharing animal rights and vegan causes How people who said they would never be vegetarian end up having vegan kids How he loves being around vegans and the message From lettuce, brown rice and beer on tour, to having anything he wants How he still gets exciting about being a frontman 44 years on Find out more on MDC here: About Our Show Listen now by clicking the play icon below. We’re also on , , , and . Get the latest episode, straight to your mobile device or computer. It’s automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2023. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Faye Lewis for Viva!. This podcast is sponsored by Viva! partners, ; an ethical insurance broker making positive changes in the natural world by helping wildlife and nature charities.
In this special feature, Viva!'s founder and director, Juliet Gellatley, chats to Zack Polanski, deputy leader of the Green Party at in Marylebone. Over dinner they discuss: Being deputy leader of the Green Party of England and Wales, as well as a London Assembly member Getting into politics Protecting the most vulnerable and marginalised What sparked his vegan journey And environmental justice Find out more on Zack here: About Our Show Listen now by clicking the play icon below. We’re also on , , , and . Get the latest episode, straight to your mobile device or computer. It’s automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2023. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Faye Lewis for Viva!. This podcast is sponsored by Viva! partners, ; an ethical insurance broker making positive changes in the natural world by helping wildlife and nature charities.
Sam Ryder is an English singer, songwriter, producer, composer and social media personality. He rose to prominence in 2020, after posting music covers on TikTok, during the first UK lockdown. His breakthrough came after he represented the United Kingdom in the Eurovision Song Contest 2022 with Space Man- entry, and finishing first in the jury vote and second overall in the contest, after Ukraine (not Croatia as I say in the intro. If you picked up on that error, well done you!). Recorded live at Vegan Camp Out, Sam discusses with Faye how he draws inspiration from vegans such as Lewis Hamilton who are at the top of their professional fields. He also discusses the importance of not telling people what to do but leading by example. Right on! In this conversation, Sam and Faye also discuss: Getting into music via a love of Canadian rock band Sum 41 How he became vegan The health food shop he opened with his partner The importance of being non-judgemental Being true to yourself and respecting people’s life choices His initial hatred of HIIT workouts and how he has grown to love them Sam mentions how due to health issues, some people are unsure about going vegan, we have a full list of resources available here to help anyone who needs reassurance, advice or guidance over at: We also recommend which provides an overview of what a healthy vegan diet looks like, what the experts say, why plant foods are good for us and why animal foods harm. About Our Show Listen now by clicking the play icon below. We’re also on , , , and . Get the latest episode, straight to your mobile device or computer. It’s automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2023. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Faye Lewis for Viva!. This podcast is sponsored by Viva! partners, ; an ethical insurance broker making positive changes in the natural world by helping wildlife and nature charities.
John Robb is an English musician and journalist best known as the bassist and singer for the mid-1980s band . He writes for and runs the website and a monthly music magazine of the same name. He has written several books on music and pens a column in Viva!life. John and Faye catch up at BIMM in Bristol to chat about a green future, and how that will look, his eleventh book The History of Goth, his relationships with Dale Vince and Chris Packham, all things music, fitness, and a brief history of space and time. In this conversation, John and Faye discuss topics, such as: Growing up in Blackpool in the 60s and 70s John’s love of dinosaurs Calling up Kurt Cobain’s mum to speak to Kurt in 89 John’s band The Membranes Solfeggio frequencies, the importance of energy, and the expansion of the universe A DIY and grassroots approach to transforming veganism, conservation and building a better future How John came to pen a column for Viva!life His eleventh book, and bestseller The Art of Darkness: A History of Goth Find out more on John Robb here: johnrobbofficial.com About Our Show Listen now by clicking the play icon below. We’re also on , , , and . Get the latest episode, straight to your mobile device or computer. It’s automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2023. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Faye Lewis for Viva!. This podcast is sponsored by Viva! partners, ; an ethical insurance broker making positive changes in the natural world by helping wildlife and nature charities.
The Vegan Queens are a drag act with a difference – they promote veganism alongside their unwavering commitment to equality for all. Miasma and Gemini sit down with Faye live from Vegan Camp Out to talk about their vegan journey alongside decades of drag experience. In this conversation, Gemini, Miasma and Faye also discuss: Why drag is seen as corruptible The increasing risk to LGBTQI+ communities How the art of drag has been with us for hundreds of years How vegetarianism and veganism is central to compassion Their long-lasting friendship Hope for what is next for veganism Find out more on the Vegan Queens here: About Our Show Listen now by clicking the play icon below. We’re also on , , , and . Get the latest episode, straight to your mobile device or computer. It’s automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2023. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Faye Lewis for Viva!. This podcast is sponsored by Viva! partners, ; an ethical insurance broker making positive changes in the natural world by helping wildlife and nature charities.
Josh Franceschi is the lead singer of British rock band You Me At Six; they have released eight albums to date, two of which reached number one, and Josh has been vegan for eight years. The You Me at Six frontman opens up to Faye about what it feels like to have been in a band for almost twenty years, despite only being in his thirties. He also talks about the very real threat of the climate crisis and how getting a dog made him go vegan. In this conversation Josh and Faye also discuss: Why he’s angry at not being able to safely swim in the sea The concerns about having children because of the world that they will inherit Why Greta Thunberg has more sense than most adult politicians If you can hear Sam Ryder in the background singing Paramore’s Misery Business, we apologise wholeheartedly. Follow You Me at Six here: About Our Show Listen now by clicking the play icon below. We’re also on , , , and . Get the latest episode, straight to your mobile device or computer. It’s automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2023. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Faye Lewis for Viva!. This podcast is sponsored by Viva! partners, ; an ethical insurance broker making positive changes in the natural world by helping wildlife and nature charities.
In this episode, Calum speaks to Faye about his mission to help people to cook easy and accessible vegan food they actually want to make that is healthy. By his own admission, he’s relevant thanks to social media, though has gone from strength to strength, from being part of the Plantboiis collective to releasing his first cookbook. In this conversation, Calum and Faye discuss topics, such as: Why he felt it necessary to call Jamie Oliver “dad”. The difference between being a chef and a cook – Calum is resolutely in the second category (for now) Not taking himself too seriously His first cookbook and its creation Being part of the Plantboiis collective Veganism and masculinity Appearing on The Great Cookbook Challenge Find out more on Calum here: About Our Show Listen now by clicking the play icon below. We’re also on , , and . Get the latest episode, straight to your mobile device or computer. It’s automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2023. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Faye Lewis for Viva!. This podcast is sponsored by Viva! partners, ; an ethical insurance broker making positive changes in the natural world by helping wildlife and nature charities.
Romesh sits down with Faye before his headline appearance at 2023’s Vegan Camp Out for a candid chat about his decade-long vegan journey, including why people direct anger at vegans and can’t perceive them as being funny. He also discusses his love of The Great British Bake Off and the importance of raising more awareness about the horrors of the dairy industry. In this conversation, Faye and Romesh also discuss topics, such as: Fears around identity People’s expectations around being funny The horrors of the meat and dairy industry Moralistic sacrifices Why can’t mainstream vegan cheese melt? The surprising lack of backlash from The Great British Bake Off Why there needs to be an amnesty around meat-eaters and vegans The joy of Harvester and Toby Carvery restaurants offering vegan options Find out more on Romesh here: About Our Show Listen now by clicking the play icon below. We’re also on , , and . Get the latest episode, straight to your mobile device or computer. It’s automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2023. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Faye Lewis for Viva!. This podcast is sponsored by Viva! partners, ; an ethical insurance broker making positive changes in the natural world by helping wildlife and nature charities.
In this new episode, Faye sits down with best-selling author, spiritualist, podcast host and Oprah star, Victoria Moran. Victoria Moran is the author of 13 books, including Main Street Vegan, The Good Karma Diet, Shelter for the Spirit, and the international bestseller, Creating a Charmed Life. She holds an undergraduate degree in religious studies, hosts the weekly Main Street Vegan podcast, and is founder and director of Main Street Vegan Academy, the exciting 6-day program in New York City that trains and certifies vegan lifestyle coaches and educators. In this conversation, Faye and Victoria discuss topics, such as: The swinging ‘60s Tracing veganism and vegetarianism back to antiquity Veganising yoga Being bought a drink by Paul McCartney Meeting documentary filmmaker Michael Moore The writing process How veganism has evolved over the decades How it felt being voted PETA’s Sexiest Vegan Over 50 What meeting Oprah Winfrey was like Find out more on Victoria here: About Our Show Listen now by clicking the play icon below. We’re also on , , , and . Get the latest episode, straight to your mobile device or computer. It’s automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2023. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Faye Lewis for Viva!. This podcast is sponsored by Viva! partners, ; an ethical insurance broker making positive changes in the natural world by helping wildlife and nature charities.
India is a TV reality star, model and influencer who rose to fame on the summer 2019 series of Love Island. India has had a prolific career since leaving the Villa, having done high profile vegan campaigns with PETA in addition to working as a Brand Ambassador for as well as launching her own swimwear collection with For the foodies out there, India has a separate Instagram account dedicated to vegan meals, and they are truly mouth watering! In this interview, India chats to Viva!’s head of communications, Faye, about the strangeness of paparazzi in Reading, her sustainable fashion line and what it was like in the Love Island Villa. Faye is then joined by Lex, Viva!’s head of investigations, to discuss what on earth Love Island actually is, her fashion venture and the issue of plastic waste in the ocean. About Our Show Listen now by clicking the play icon below. We’re also on , , and . Get the latest episode every month, straight to your mobile device or computer. It’s automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2023. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Faye Lewis and Lex Rigby for Viva!. This podcast is sponsored by Viva! partners, ; an ethical insurance broker making positive changes in the natural world by helping wildlife and nature charities.
Welcome to the Vegan News Minisode, brought to you by leading vegan campaigning charity, Viva!. Presenters Faye and Lex bring you the latest plant-based lifestyle, food and animal campaigns news from around the globe. In this episode, Faye and Lex discuss Viva!'s collaboration with Extinction Rebellion (XR), Greta Thunberg's plans to sue the Swedish government over “insufficient” action on climate change, and they celebrate the not guilty verdict of two Direct Action Everywhere activists! ABOUT OUR SHOW Listen now . We're also on , and . If you enjoyed the episode, please rate, review and subscribe to help us reach new audiences. Get the latest episode every month, straight to your mobile device or computer. It's automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2022. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Faye Lewis and Lex Rigby for Viva!.
Melanie is the world’s leading expert on the psychology of eating animals, most notable for introducing the concept of 'carnism' to describe the inconsistent thoughts, beliefs, or attitudes people have towards eating animals. She's written several award-winning books on the topic and how it impacts relationships between vegans and non-vegans as well as social transformation, including the best-selling Why We Love Dogs, Eat Pigs, and Wear Cows, Beyond Beliefs: A Guide to Improving Relationships and Communication for Vegans, Vegetarians, and Meat Eaters and Getting Relationships Right. Her international organisation, , is dedicated to exposing and transforming carnism and is home to the . In this episode, Viva!'s head of investigations, Lex Rigby, asks Melanie more about her work to create a unified and resilient vegan movement, how we can learn to recognise secondary trauma and what we need to do to improve our communication. Watch the 'Kittengate' video also discussed in this episode . Lex is then joined by Faye Lewis, Viva!'s head of communications, to chat about cognitive dissonance, carnism as the 'third entity' in relationships and how to practise integrity in our lives. If you enjoyed the show, please don't forget to rate, review and subscribe to help new listeners discover us. About Our Show Listen now by clicking the play icon below. We’re also on , , and . Get the latest episode every month, straight to your mobile device or computer. It’s automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2023. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Faye Lewis and Lex Rigby for Viva!. This podcast is sponsored by Viva! partners, ; an ethical insurance broker making positive changes in the natural world by helping wildlife and nature charities.
Welcome to the Vegan News Minisode, brought to you by leading vegan campaigning charity, Viva!. Presenters Faye and Lex bring you the latest plant-based lifestyle, food and animal campaigns news from around the globe. In this episode, Faye and Lex discuss Viva!'s latest investigation which was covered by Private Eye, a pink-feathered pigeon found in a New York park that passed away after being reportedly dyed for a “gender reveal party,” and look forward to Viva! joining Extinction Rebellion (XR), and many other groups, to assemble 100,000 people outside the Houses of Parliament, from 21-24 April, to demand action on climate chaos and biodiversity loss. ABOUT OUR SHOW Listen now . We're also on , and . If you enjoyed the episode, please rate, review and subscribe to help us reach new audiences. Get the latest episode every month, straight to your mobile device or computer. It's automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2022. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Faye Lewis and Lex Rigby for Viva!.
Having followed a plant-based diet for over three decades, Moby is one of the world's most famous vegans. His prolific list of expertise includes musician, songwriter, singer, producer, and best of all, animal rights activist. He has sold 20 million records worldwide and is one of the most important dance music figures in recent decades. In this interview, Moby chats to Viva!'s head of communications, Faye Lewis, about his journey to veganism, using his creativity to address animal rights issues, the differences in the adoption of veganism between the UK and US - and the dangers of the far-right taking over Twitter. He also discusses his former friendship with Elon Musk and his brand-new documentary Punk Rock Vegan. The film explores punks' relationship with veganism and includes interviews with a host of key players in punk and rock history. Faye is then joined by Lex, Viva!'s head of investigations, to discuss punk rock, the straight edge movement, perceived animosity amongst animal rights groups and Faye's unnerving obsession with The Matrix movies. If you enjoyed the show, please don't forget to rate, review and subscribe to help new listeners discover us. About Our Show Listen now by clicking the play icon below. We’re also on , , and . Get the latest episode every month, straight to your mobile device or computer. It’s automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2023. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Faye Lewis and Lex Rigby for Viva!. This podcast is sponsored by Viva! partners, ; an ethical insurance broker making positive changes in the natural world by helping wildlife and nature charities.
Welcome to this special feature, brought to you by leading vegan campaigning charity, Viva!. In this episode, presenters Jasmine Clark and Juliet Gellatley discuss Viva!'s latest dairy investigation and campaign. ABOUT OUR SHOW Listen now . We're also on , and . If you enjoyed the episode, please rate, review and subscribe to help us reach new audiences. Get the latest episode every month, straight to your mobile device or computer. It's automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2023. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Faye Lewis and Lex Rigby for Viva!.
Keegan owns and operates , a digital film production company, creating media that encourages critical thought and inspires social justice. Raised with two rules – never to hurt anybody and always question authority – themes of compassion, sustainability and fairness naturally feed into his documentary-making. In this interview, Keegan chats to Viva!’s head of investigations, Lex Rigby, about how it all began, what challenges he’s faced in producing feature-length films that go against the grain and what he hopes to achieve with his work. Lex is then joined by Faye Lewis, Viva!’s head of communications, to discuss punk rock, biointensive organic farming and memorising hard facts. About Our Show Listen now by clicking the play icon below. We’re also on , , and . Get the latest episode every month, straight to your mobile device or computer. It’s automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2023. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Faye Lewis and Lex Rigby for Viva!. This podcast is sponsored by Viva! partners, ; an ethical insurance broker making positive changes in the natural world by helping wildlife and nature charities.
Welcome to the Vegan News Minisode, brought to you by leading vegan campaigning charity, Viva!. Presenters Faye and Lex bring you the latest plant-based lifestyle, food and animal campaigns news from around the globe. In this episode, Faye and Lex discuss the impact of bird flu and the death of over 600,000 free range turkeys, an investigation into Elon Musk's animal research facility, the Advertising Standards Authority's most complained about ads and whether animal abusers can ever be forgiven. They also announce the dates for VIP screenings of HOGWOOD: a modern horror story. ABOUT OUR SHOW Listen now . We're also on , and . If you enjoyed the episode, please rate, review and subscribe to help us reach new audiences. Get the latest episode every month, straight to your mobile device or computer. It's automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2022. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Faye Lewis and Lex Rigby for Viva!.
Hench is a vegan health and fitness YouTuber and Gemma is a chef and published cookbook author. They talk to Viva!'s head of communications Faye about the incessant desire by people to ask vegans 'where do you get your protein from?' while eating for health and exploring the ethical and philosophical nature of what being vegan truly means. Following the interview, Faye and Lex discuss the link between mind and body and the importance of self-care! If you enjoyed the show, please don't forget to rate, review and subscribe to help new listeners discover us. About Our Show Listen now by clicking the play icon below. We’re also on , , and . Get the latest episode every month, straight to your mobile device or computer. It’s automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2022. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Faye Lewis and Lex Rigby for Viva!. This podcast is sponsored by Beer 52 who are offering Viva! supporters a FREE case of eight vegan craft beers. That is eight craft beers, free from any animal products, sourced and curated from the best breweries on the planet for FREE! (excl. delivery). Go to to find out more.
Welcome to the Vegan News Minisode, brought to you by leading vegan campaigning charity, Viva!. Presenters Faye and Lex bring you the latest plant-based lifestyle, food and animal campaigns news from around the globe. In this episode, Faye and Lex discuss Flat House Farm's sentencing, a lack of enforcement when it comes to animal welfare law, the deterioration of the UK's zoonotic disease research facility and a brand new vegan documentary called, I Could Never Go Vegan. ABOUT OUR SHOW Listen now . We're also on , and . If you enjoyed the episode, please rate, review and subscribe to help us reach new audiences. Get the latest episode every month, straight to your mobile device or computer. It's automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2022. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Faye Lewis and Lex Rigby for Viva!.
Ray Star is a young adult fantasy fiction author from Essex with a passion for animal rights, eco-living and strong cups of tea. She balances her writing with parenting, exploring, stargazing and teaching #WritingForNature workshops as a member of the Climate Fiction Writers League. Ahead of the release of her second novel, Dominion, she talks to Viva!'s head of investigations, Lex Rigby, about her vegan journey, shifting from public relations to fiction writing and climate/animal rights activism. Following the interview, Faye and Lex discuss the various paths to veganism and activism, reading and what books they enjoyed when they were young. Earthlings: The Beginning is available now from the . If you enjoyed the show, please don't forget to rate, review and subscribe to help new listeners discover us. About Our Show Listen now by clicking the play icon below. We’re also on , , and . Get the latest episode every month, straight to your mobile device or computer. It’s automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2022. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Faye Lewis and Lex Rigby for Viva!. This podcast is sponsored by Beer 52 who are offering Viva! supporters a FREE case of eight vegan craft beers. That is eight craft beers, free from any animal products, sourced and curated from the best breweries on the planet for FREE! (excl. delivery). Go to to find out more.
Welcome to this special feature, brought to you by leading vegan campaigning charity, Viva!. In this episode presenters Juliet Gellatley and Tony Wardle discuss the Viva! documentary Hogwood: a modern horror story. The long-awaited documentary was released on Netflix on October 15 and has been gaining unprecedented attention across the internet since. This 30-minute exposé is directed by Tony Wardle and produced by Juliet Gellatley. Hogwood was created to showcase the true reality of factory farming in the UK, and the devastating suffering inflicted on animals. It shines a light on the vile practices of the UK meat and dairy industries that are destroying the planet. The two recount the undercover investigation, what it was like to film the documentary and why it is a must-see for anyone who believes that we have some of the best animal welfare standards in the world. ABOUT OUR SHOW Listen now . We're also on , and . If you enjoyed the episode, please rate, review and subscribe to help us reach new audiences. Get the latest episode every month, straight to your mobile device or computer. It's automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2022. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Faye Lewis and Lex Rigby for Viva!.
Episode #72: Preacher Lawson – Comedian and America's Got Talent finalist Preacher Lawson is a US comedian and America's Got Talent finalist, who featured on Britain's Got Talent: The Champions. In this episode he talks to Viva!'s head of comms, Faye Lewis about everything from veganism to robotic lovers (and everything in between)! Following the interview, Faye and Lex discuss stand-up comedy, dating and ponder the question; "what is a level seven vegan?" If you enjoyed the show, please don't forget to rate, review and subscribe to help new listeners discover us. About Our Show Listen now by clicking the play icon below. We’re also on , , and . Get the latest episode every month, straight to your mobile device or computer. It’s automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2022. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Faye Lewis and Lex Rigby for Viva!. This podcast is sponsored by Beer 52 who are offering Viva! supporters a FREE case of eight vegan craft beers. That is eight craft beers, free from any animal products, sourced and curated from the best breweries on the planet for FREE! (excl. delivery). Go to to find out more.
Episode #72: Preacher Lawson – Comedian and America's Got Talent finalist Preacher Lawson is a US comedian and America's Got Talent finalist, who featured on Britain's Got Talent: The Champions. In this episode he talks to Viva!'s head of comms, Faye Lewis about everything from veganism to robotic lovers (and everything in between)! Following the interview, Faye and Lex discuss stand-up comedy, dating and ponder the question; "what is a level seven vegan?" If you enjoyed the show, please don't forget to rate, review and subscribe to help new listeners discover us. About Our Show Listen now by clicking the play icon below. We’re also on , , and . Get the latest episode every month, straight to your mobile device or computer. It’s automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2022. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Faye Lewis and Lex Rigby for Viva!. This podcast is sponsored by Beer 52 who are offering Viva! supporters a FREE case of eight vegan craft beers. That is eight craft beers, free from any animal products, sourced and curated from the best breweries on the planet for FREE! (excl. delivery). Go to to find out more.
Welcome to the Vegan News Minisode, brought to you by leading vegan campaigning charity, Viva!. Presenters Faye and Lex bring you the latest plant-based lifestyle, food and animal campaigns news from around the globe. In this episode, Faye and Lex discuss Viva!'s petition to instigate a ban on schools housing farmed animals, the referendum motion to end factory farming rejected by Switzerland and the legal challenge against the UK Government’s failure to prevent the widespread use of Frankenchickens. ABOUT OUR SHOW Listen now . We're also on , and . If you enjoyed the episode, please rate, review and subscribe to help us reach new audiences. Get the latest episode every month, straight to your mobile device or computer. It's automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2022. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Faye Lewis and Lex Rigby for Viva!.
Welcome to the Vegan News Minisode, brought to you by leading vegan campaigning charity, Viva!. Presenters Faye and Lex bring you the latest plant-based lifestyle, food and animal campaigns news from around the globe. In this episode, Faye and Lex discuss Viva!'s petition to instigate a ban on schools housing farmed animals, the referendum motion to end factory farming rejected by Switzerland and the legal challenge against the UK Government’s failure to prevent the widespread use of Frankenchickens. ABOUT OUR SHOW Listen now . We're also on , and . If you enjoyed the episode, please rate, review and subscribe to help us reach new audiences. Get the latest episode every month, straight to your mobile device or computer. It's automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2022. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Faye Lewis and Lex Rigby for Viva!.
The Viva! Vegan Podcast, September Episode #71: Michael Mansfield QC – English barrister, Head of Chamber and the "king of human rights work". Michael Mansfield QC, is a self-described "radical lawyer", who has participated in some of the most prominent and controversial court cases and inquests in British history. These have included the accused IRA bombers; the Birmingham Six; Bloody Sunday massacre; the Hillsborough disaster; the McLibel case and the deaths of Jean Charles de Menezes and Princess Diana. In this episode he talks candidly to Viva!'s Tony Wardle about his socialism and tireless human rights work. TRIGGER WARNING: This interview contains themes of suicide and grief. Following the interview, Viva!'s Faye and Lex discuss Michael's unprecedented career and life story. If you enjoyed the show, please don't forget to rate, review and subscribe to help new listeners discover us.
Welcome to the Vegan News Minisode, brought to you by leading vegan campaigning charity, Viva!. Presenters Faye and Lex bring you the latest plant-based lifestyle, food and animal campaigns news from around the globe. In this episode, Faye and Lex round-up Viva!'s new campaign, discuss the impacts of the recent hot weather and share some fantastic news in the animal rights movement - including the closure of and the toll Brexit and bird flu has taken on the shooting industry. ABOUT OUR SHOW Listen now . We're also on , and . If you enjoyed the episode, please rate, review and subscribe to help us reach new audiences. Get the latest episode every month, straight to your mobile device or computer. It's automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2022. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Faye Lewis and Lex Rigby for Viva!.
Born in 1951, Ronnie stopped eating meat aged 19 when his sister’s vegetarian boyfriend convinced him that it is wrong to eat animals. Two years later, he became vegan and got active with the to disrupt hunting activities and save lives. In his pursuit to carry out direct action against all forms of animal oppression, the Animal Liberation Front was born. In this interview, Viva!’s head of investigations, Lex Rigby, gets to ask Ronnie what it was like being vegan in the 70s, what happened to the rescued guinea pigs he stuffed up his jumper and whether he really thought a gallon of petrol was going to burn down an animal research laboratory. Following the interview, Lex is joined by Viva!’s head of comms, Faye Lewis, to discuss Ronnie’s uncompromising commitment to the animal rights cause. If you enjoyed the show, please don’t forget to rate, review and subscribe to help new listeners discover us.
Welcome to the Viva! Vegan Podcast and this special feature with Iain Tolhurst from . In this short episode, Coordinator, Kerri Waters, chats to Iain on his stock-free organic farm in Oxfordshire. ABOUT OUR SHOW Listen now . We're also on , and . Spread the word and please rate, review and subscribe to help us reach new audiences. Get the latest episode every month, straight to your mobile device or computer. It's automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2022. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Faye Lewis and Lex Rigby for Viva!.
Welcome to the Vegan News Minisode, brought to you by leading vegan campaigning charity, Viva!. Presenters Faye and Lex bring you the latest plant-based lifestyle, food and animal campaigns news from around the globe. In this episode, Faye and Lex introduce Viva!'s new campaign - with the help of Viva!'s environment campaigner, Jasmine - and discuss the banning of farrowing crates, dangerous superbugs found in meat, manure pollution, meaty lunches, Camp Beagle and Gordon Ramsey. ABOUT OUR SHOW Listen now . We're also on , and . If you enjoyed the episode, please rate, review and subscribe to help us reach new audiences. Get the latest episode every month, straight to your mobile device or computer. It's automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2022. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Faye Lewis and Lex Rigby for Viva!.
Jay Gardner rose to fame with the MTV reality show Geordie Shore, where he featured in series one through three. He made brief returns to the show in series six and seven. In 2018, Jay surprised everyone by going vegan despite having eaten a meat and dairy-heavy diet. He talks to Viva! about turning a corner and becoming really involved with health and fitness, and of course, his days on Geordie Shore. Following the interview, Faye is joined by Viva!’s head of investigations, Lex Rigby, to discuss just what Geordie Shore entails and Viva!'s upcoming health and fitness plans. If you enjoyed the show, please don't forget to rate, review and subscribe to help new listeners discover us.
Welcome to the Viva! Vegan Podcast and this special feature with Susan Hargreaves from . In this short episode, we hear about Susan's 40+ years as an animal rights campaigner and the importance of empowering young people. If you're interested in joining Susan at any of her UK events, contact her directly through . ABOUT OUR SHOW Listen now . We're also on , and . Spread the word and please rate, review and subscribe to help us reach new audiences. Get the latest episode every month, straight to your mobile device or computer. It's automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2022. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Faye Lewis and Lex Rigby for Viva!.
Welcome to the Vegan News Minisode, brought to you by leading vegan campaigning charity, Viva!. Presenters Faye and Lex bring you the latest plant-based lifestyle, food and animal campaigns news from around the globe. In this episode, Faye and Lex discuss Viva!'s latest investigation into duck egg farming, taxing New Zealand farmers for cow and sheep greenhouse gas emissions, farm waste polluting British rivers and the government's new food strategy. ABOUT OUR SHOW Listen now . We're also on , and . If you enjoyed the episode, please rate, review and subscribe to help us reach new audiences. Get the latest episode every month, straight to your mobile device or computer. It's automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2022. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Faye Lewis and Lex Rigby for Viva!.
Dale Vince, founder of the pioneering green energy firm , has an unwavering mission to solve the unsustainability of life. In this episode of the Viva! Vegan Podcast, we get to chat to him about the ways we power ourselves, how we travel and what we eat. Ultimately, his concerns here are what led him to pursue an alternative lifestyle and kick-start the green energy movement. In 2004, Dale was appointed an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) for services to the environment and electricity industry. He spearheaded the electric car, built the Electric Highway to power them and runs – the world’s first vegan football club. A former new-age traveller who once lived in an ambulance, he’s now allegedly worth £100 million, having turned his core values into big business. Following the interview, Lex is joined by Viva!’s head of communications, Faye, to navigate the way through complex vehicle purchasing decisions and the offside rule... If you enjoyed the show, please don't forget to rate, review and subscribe to help new listeners discover us.
Welcome to the Viva! Vegan Podcast and this special feature from the . In this episode, Faye and Lex hand over to the group's co-founders, Tracey and Simon West. Established in 2017, this UK-based charity plants trees, builds classrooms, facilitates education, and supports a womens' empowerment group in Kenya. Simon and Tracey also host their own podcast, . ABOUT OUR SHOW Listen now . We're also on , and . Spread the word and please rate, review and subscribe to help us reach new audiences. Get the latest episode every month, straight to your mobile device or computer. It's automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2022. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Faye Lewis and Lex Rigby for Viva!.
Welcome to the Vegan News Minisode, brought to you by leading vegan charity, Viva!. Presenters Faye and Lex bring you the latest plant-based lifestyle, food and animal campaigns news from around the globe. In this episode, Faye and Lex discuss the Animal Welfare (Sentience) Act (again), the rise in carbon emissions due to animal agriculture, the Queen's Speech and the UK's cut back on meat and fish consumption. ABOUT OUR SHOW Listen now . We're also on , and . Spread the word and please rate, review and subscribe to help us reach new audiences. Get the latest episode every month, straight to your mobile device or computer. It's automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2022. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Faye Lewis and Lex Rigby for Viva!.
Nicola Kagoro, a.k.a. Chef Cola, is a pioneering female Zimbabwean vegan chef at the helm of African Vegan on a Budget. One of her primary aims through her work with African Vegan on a Budget is to spread awareness of vegan culture across Africa and give people the tools and knowledge to actively integrate plant-based eating into their lifestyles. She is also the founder of Back to Black Roots, which was created in 2017 as a collaboration with Damien Mander, the founder of the International Anti-Poaching Federation (IAPF). The aim was to provide the 100% plant-based food that fuels the Akashinga women through their training, daily duties, and short- and long-term patrols, as they protect nature and endangered species from poachers. In 2019, BTBR served more than 54,800 vegan meals to 150 Akashinga conservation rangers and support staff, many of these as field rations for consumption while on patrols. Nicola is also the owner of A.V.O.A.B, Rainbow Friendly Festival, (an LGBTQ events and activist company), and African Inspired Dreams (a private holding and investments company). Following the interview, Faye is joined by Viva!’s head of investigations, Lex, to talk about Nicola's incredible journey. If you enjoyed the show, please don't forget to rate, review and subscribe to help new listeners discover us.
Welcome to the Vegan News Minisode, brought to you by leading vegan charity, Viva!. Presenters Faye and Lex bring you the latest plant-based lifestyle, food and animal campaigns news from around the globe. In this episode, Faye and Lex discuss the Animal Welfare (Sentience) Bill, which passed its final parliamentary stage, the chilling news around the human consumption of microplastics, and the children's book, 'Sophia Fox Dog Gets Adopted' by Architects frontman Sam Carter. ABOUT OUR SHOW Presenters Faye and Lex bring you the latest plant-based lifestyle, food and animal campaigns news from around the globe. Listen now . We're also on , and . Spread the word and please rate, review and subscribe to help us reach new audiences. Get the latest episode every month, straight to your mobile device or computer. It's automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2021. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Faye Lewis for Viva!.
Heather Mills is a pioneering vegan businesswoman who discovered the healing power of a plant-based diet after losing her leg in a tragic accident with a police motorcycle in 1993. She became a Viva! patron in 2005 and has even gone undercover on a pig farm with Viva!’s founder and director, , to expose the cruel use of the farrowing crate. Today, Heather's award-winning ethical food company, , exports its 130 plant-based products to 24 countries. She also owns a 600,000 square-foot plant-based manufacturing facility, a cruelty-free make-up company called and a range of vegan . For the April edition of the Viva! Vegan Podcast, our head of investigations, Lex Rigby, has a candid chat with Heather about her campaign work to eradicate landmines and assist amputees, being the world’s fastest female disabled skier and the problem-solving nature of her incredibly successful business model. Following the interview, Lex is joined by Viva!’s head of communications, Faye Lewis, to talk about Heather’s extraordinary story. If you enjoyed the show, please don't forget to rate, review and subscribe to help new listeners discover us.
Welcome to the Vegan News Minisode, brought to you by leading vegan charity, Viva!. Presenters Faye and Lex bring you the latest plant-based lifestyle, food and animal campaigns news from around the globe. In this episode, Faye and Lex discuss the URGENT Viva! Poland appeal, the damning IPCC report and much more! ABOUT OUR SHOW Presenters Faye and Lex bring you the latest plant-based lifestyle, food and animal campaigns news from around the globe. Listen now . We're also on , and . Spread the word and please rate, review and subscribe to help us reach new audiences. Get the latest episode every month, straight to your mobile device or computer. It's automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2021. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Faye Lewis for Viva!.
Sam Carter is the explosive lead vocalist for British metalcore band, Architects – who last year, achieved their first Number One UK Album. The band has gone from strength to strength, playing The Royal Albert Hall during the 2020 lockdown and recording their latest album at Abbey Road Studios. Sam is not afraid to use the stage to voice his opinions, often speaking out about veganism and other political issues. In fact, as of 2015, Architects are an all-vegan band and Sam is a UK ambassador for direct-action marine conservation organisation Sea Shepherd. Viva!’s Faye Lewis caught up with the frontman to talk about veganism, his love of animals and why it is his dogs have a better life than he does. Following the interview, Faye is joined by Viva!'s head of investigations, Lex Rigby, to talk about Sam's incredible story. If you enjoyed the show, please don't forget to rate, review and subscribe to help new listeners discover us.
Welcome to the Vegan News Minisode, brought to you by leading vegan charity, Viva!. Presenters Faye and Lex bring you the latest plant-based lifestyle, food and animal campaigns news from around the globe. In this episode, Faye and Lex discuss the recent BBC Panorama episode - , announce the launch of and deep dive into the issues surrounding the contentious . You'll also get to hear our controversial in full, that's currently airing on Channel 4 and its associated networks! ABOUT OUR SHOW Presenters Faye and Lex bring you the latest plant-based lifestyle, food and animal campaigns news from around the globe. Listen now . We're also on , and . Spread the word and please rate, review and subscribe to help us reach new audiences. Get the latest episode every month, straight to your mobile device or computer. It's automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2021. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Faye Lewis for Viva!.
Matt Pritchard has achieved a lot in his 48 years. He shot to fame as a professional skateboarder and stuntman for MTV’s hugely successful programme Dirty Sanchez, before reinventing himself as a celebrity chef in 2019 – hosting the first vegan cookery TV show, Dirty Vegan, on BBC. He’s also released two vegan cookbooks: Dirty Vegan and Dirty Vegan: Another Bite. In recent years though, it’s his transformation into an ultra-fit Ironman that has been his main focus and preoccupation. Viva!’s Faye Lewis caught up with the “wild man-turned-Ironman” and chatted vegan stereotypes, having an addictive personality, and, of course, his love of food and journey to veganism. Following the interview, Faye is joined by Viva!’s head of investigations, Lex Rigby, to talk about Matt’s incredible story. Please don’t forget to rate, review and subscribe to our podcast.
Welcome to the Vegan News Minisode, brought to you by leading vegan charity, Viva!. Presenters Faye and Lex bring you the latest plant-based lifestyle, food and animal campaigns news from around the globe. In this episode; Find out about the result of the massive Crowdfunder campaign from Viva! to get an advert on Channel 4. Listen to Viva!'s Veganuary product breakdown, discussion on Bird FLu and more. ABOUT OUR SHOW You can hear this show via Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and on lots of other apps and websites. Spread the word! Don't forget to share us on Facebook and Twitter! Get the latest episode every month, straight to your mobile device or computer. It's automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2021. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Faye Lewis for Viva!.
Kicking off January 2022 – or 2022 – we interview campaign founder, Matthew Glover. Veganuary started in 2014 with just a few thousand sign ups, it is now one of the world’s biggest vegan campaigns, this year attracting participation from an estimated 600,000 people! Matthew shares his story with presenter, Helen Wilson, from finding veganism, through Veganuary and onto launching the incredible Million Dollar Vegan project. He heads up an investment management firm supporting vegan business, Veg Captial, and the delicious VFC (Vegan Fried Chicken) range now available in supermarkets. Taking part in Veganuary this year? – tune in to find out Matthew’s top tips for success! ABOUT OUR SHOW You can hear this show via Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and on lots of other apps and websites. Spread the word! Don't forget to share us on Facebook and Twitter! Get the latest episode every month, straight to your mobile device or computer. It's automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2022. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Helen Wilson for .
Welcome to the Vegan News Minisode, brought to you by leading vegan charity, Viva!. Presenters Helen and Faye bring you the latest plant-based lifestyle, food and animal campaigns news from around the globe. In this episode; Find out about the massive Crowdfunder campaign from Viva! to get an advert on Channel 4, positive news for Crustaceans and a round up of the Top Five Vegan Christmas food items on sale in the shops. ABOUT OUR SHOW You can hear this show via Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and on lots of other apps and websites. Spread the word! Don't forget to share us on Facebook and Twitter! Get the latest episode every month, straight to your mobile device or computer. It's automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2021. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Helen Wilson for Viva!.
The guitarist of international alt-metal band, Of Mice and Men, speaks about finding guitars, music and veganism through his life and career. Phil Manansala joins us from his home in California for a journey through being part of an acclaimed band who have had a no. 1 Billboard Independent album – Restoring Force – and touring with some of the biggest metal bands, Linkin Park, Rise Against and Slipknot. Interviewed by Viva!’s Faye Lewis, he delves into his personal life and explores what brought him to veganism and the impact it’s had on him. ABOUT OUR SHOW You can hear this show via Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and on lots of other apps and websites. Spread the word! Don't forget to share us on Facebook and Twitter! Get the latest episode every month, straight to your mobile device or computer. It's automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2021. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Helen Wilson for Viva!.
Welcome to the Vegan News Minisode, brought to you by leading vegan charity, Viva!. Presenters Helen and Faye bring you the latest plant-based lifestyle, food and animal campaigns news from around the globe. In this episode find out; how much the percentage of people eating plant-based in the UK has grown in the last ten years, the latest campaigns news from Viva! and which big company has announced a major U-turn on adding milk back into its products… ABOUT OUR SHOW You can hear this show via Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and on lots of other apps and websites. Spread the word! Don't forget to share us on Facebook and Twitter! Get the latest episode every month, straight to your mobile device or computer. It's automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2021. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Helen Wilson for Viva!.
In this episode – Viva! founder and director, Juliet Gellatley chats with award-winning comedian, actor and activist, Russell Brand. Russell is passionate about climate change, animals and veganism, and shares his thoughts on these issues in a lively conversation with Juliet. The interview was recorded live at Vegan Camp Out 2021. Helen and Faye’s chat Viva!’ Head of Communications, Faye Lewis, joins Helen to breakdown the interview and expand on some of the topics discussed. This podcast is sponsored by Beer 52 who are offering Viva! supporters a FREE case of eight vegan craft beers. That is eight craft beers, free from any animal products, sourced and curated from the best breweries on the planet for FREE! (excl. delivery). Go to to find out more. ABOUT OUR SHOW You can hear this show via Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and on lots of other apps and websites. Spread the word! Don’t forget to share us on Facebook and Twitter! Get the latest episode every month, straight to your mobile device or computer. It’s automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2021. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Helen Wilson for Viva!.
Welcome to the Vegan News Minisode, brought to you by leading vegan charity, Viva!. Presenters Helen and Faye bring you the latest plant-based lifestyle, food and animal campaigns news from around the globe. In this episode find out; how much Briton’s have cut their meat consumption in the last decade, news on the latest vegan products to hit the supermarket shelves, including VFC (vegan fried chicken) as well as the first Cadbury’s dairy-free chocolate bar and the latest actions by the Viva! campaigns team.
In this episode – Viva! founder and director, Juliet Gellatley chats with naturalist and vegan, Chris Packham. Chris, who is best known and loved for his television work including the CBBC children's nature series The Really Wild Show, turned vegan in 2019. Recorded at Vegan Camp Out 2021, Chris discusses the climate crisis, species loss, factory farming and the power of veganism as a movement. Helen and Faye’s chat Viva!’ Head of Communications, Faye Lewis, joins Helen to breakdown the interview and expand on some of the topics discussed. This podcast is sponsored by Beer 52 who are offering Viva! supporters a FREE case of eight vegan craft beers. That is eight craft beers, free from any animal products, sourced and curated from the best breweries on the planet for FREE! (excl. delivery). Go to beer52.com/veganviva to find out more. ABOUT OUR SHOW You can hear this show via Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and on lots of other apps and websites. Spread the word! Don’t forget to share us on Facebook and Twitter! Get the latest episode every month, straight to your mobile device or computer. It’s automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2021. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Helen Wilson for Viva!.
Welcome to the Vegan News Minisode, brought to you by leading vegan charity, Viva!. Presenters Helen and Faye bring you the latest plant-based lifestyle, food and animal campaigns news from around the globe. In this episode find out; which region in the UK is most vegan, where you can catch Viva! at their Big Three campaign University tour, why Spurs football team are going vegan and what we think of McDonalds launching their first plant-based burger. ABOUT OUR SHOW You can hear this show via Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and on lots of other apps and websites. Spread the word! Don't forget to share us on Facebook and Twitter! Get the latest episode every month, straight to your mobile device or computer. It's automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2021. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Helen Wilson for Viva!.
Episode 59: Joey Carbstrong: Animal Rights Activist In this episode – we talk animal rights activist and former gang member, . Joey went vegan in 2013 after turning his life around to help animals, and now has more than 165k followers on Instagram alone. Recorded at Vegan Camp Out 2021, Joey is interviewed by Head of Investigations, Lex Rigby, about animal rights, his past and about the power of telling the truth. Helen and Faye’s chat Viva!’ Head of Communications, Faye Lewis, joins Helen to discuss the power of Joey's work and the role that investigations and social media now play in animal rights. This podcast is sponsored by Beer 52 who are offering Viva! supporters a FREE case of eight vegan craft beers. That is eight craft beers, free from any animal products, sourced and curated from the best breweries on the planet for FREE! (excl. delivery). Go to beer52.com/veganviva to find out more. ABOUT OUR SHOW You can hear this show via Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and on lots of other apps and websites. Spread the word! Don’t forget to share us on Facebook and Twitter! Get the latest episode every month, straight to your mobile device or computer. It’s automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2021. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Helen Wilson for Viva!.
Welcome to the new Vegan News Minisode, brought to you by leading vegan charity, Viva!. Presenters Helen and Faye bring you the latest plant-based lifestyle, food and animal campaigns news from around the globe. This episode includes; Viva!’s new high-profile investigation into chicken farms supplying major outlets including Sainsburys, Tesco, Lidl and KFC, news of a new plant milk made from potato and the latest vegan u-turn by celeb chef, Gordon Ramsey. ABOUT OUR SHOW You can hear this show via Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and on lots of other apps and websites. Spread the word! Don't forget to share us on Facebook and Twitter! Get the latest episode every month, straight to your mobile device or computer. It's automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2021. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Helen Wilson for Viva!.
In this episode – we talk Seitan – yes Seitan, not Satan, with the inspirational Rebecca McGuinness and Patrick O'Shea from , the vegan restaurant brand which has taken London by storm. Setting the standard for incredible vegan fast food in London, the couple, who moved to London from Melbourne, Australia, started off selling their vegan fried ‘chicken’ from a market stall. Now they are a globally-recognised, multi-site brand with multiple takeaway restaurants around London. In conversation with presenter Helen Wilson, Patrick and Rebecca share their amazing vegan business success story. Helen and Faye’s chat Viva!’ Head of Communications, Faye Lewis, joins Helen to chat about the role of vegan meat and fast food and how the UK sits within the global plant-based food scene right now. This podcast is sponsored by who are offering Viva! supporters a FREE case of eight vegan craft beers. That is eight craft beers, free from any animal products, sourced and curated from the best breweries on the planet for FREE! (excl. delivery). Go to to find out more. ABOUT OUR SHOW You can hear this show via Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and on lots of other apps and websites. Spread the word! Don’t forget to share us on Facebook and Twitter! Get the latest episode every month, straight to your mobile device or computer. It’s automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2021. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Helen Wilson for Viva!.
Welcome to the new Vegan News Minisode, brought to you by leading vegan charity, Presenters Helen and Faye bring you the latest plant-based lifestyle, food and animal campaigns news from around the globe. This episode includes; Viva! speaking out against celeb chef Tom Kerridge’s Bad Vegan restaurant, Argentina becoming the first country to ban salmon farming and where to spot the this month. ABOUT OUR SHOW You can hear this show via Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and on lots of other apps and websites. Spread the word! Don't forget to share us on Facebook and Twitter! Get the latest episode every month, straight to your mobile device or computer. It's automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2021. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Helen Wilson for Viva!.
In this episode – we talk to Kate Strong, the vegan athlete who has secured three Guinness World Records recently in a gruelling challenge on a static bike. Kate, who is also a champion triathlete, now holds the record for completing the furthest distance on a static bike over 24 hours. She began the challenge at 3pm on May 26 in Bristol, UK. In order to beat the records, she had to cycle over 35.3km in one hour and 348km in 12 hours. We chat to her about her incredible journey as a vegan, an athlete and as a woman. Helen and Faye’s chat Viva!’ Head of Communications, Faye Lewis, joins Helen to discuss the importance of strong female and vegan role models and what work still needs to be done for veganism to become even more widespread and normalised. This podcast is sponsored by Beer 52 who are offering Viva! supporters a FREE case of eight vegan craft beers. That is eight craft beers, free from any animal products, sourced and curated from the best breweries on the planet for FREE! (excl. delivery). Go to beer52.com/veganviva to find out more. ABOUT OUR SHOW You can hear this show via Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and on lots of other apps and websites. Spread the word! Don’t forget to share us on Facebook and Twitter! Get the latest episode every month, straight to your mobile device or computer. It’s automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2021. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Helen Wilson for Viva!.
Welcome to the new Vegan News Minisode, brought to you by leading vegan charity, Viva!. Presenters Helen and Faye bring you the latest plant-based lifestyle, food and animal campaigns news from around the globe. This episode includes; the new study confirming that vegans are less likely to suffer moderate and severe forms of Covid 19, the first human case of H10N3 Bird Flu confirmed in China, Hogwood: a modern horror story comes to Netflix and the 16-year-old walking 1,000 miles to raise money for Viva! ABOUT OUR SHOW You can hear this show via Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and on lots of other apps and websites. Spread the word! Don't forget to share us on Facebook and Twitter! Get the latest episode every month, straight to your mobile device or computer. It's automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2021. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Helen Wilson for Viva!.
In this episode – we talk to the inspirational Thibault Courtoisier, professional pastry chef and winner of Bake Off, The Professionals, 2020. After wowing the judges with his delicate and exquisitely produced patisserie items during the famous TV baking competition, Thibault broke free of his tradition – going vegan and launching a new plant based patisserie in his home city of Cardiff. Thibault is now leading the way in his industry – showing that the finest and most classic patisserie items can be made vegan – including his incredible range of Macarons. Helen and Faye’s chat Viva!’ Head of Communications, Faye Lewis, joins Helen to unravel some of the issues raised by Thibault, including how the professional chef industry is reacting to moves towards veganism and the challenges faced by being French and removing animal products from your diet. This podcast is sponsored by Beer 52 who are offering Viva! supporters a FREE case of eight vegan craft beers. That is eight craft beers, free from any animal products, sourced and curated from the best breweries on the planet for FREE! (excl. delivery). Go to beer52.com/veganviva to find out more. ABOUT OUR SHOW You can hear this show via Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and on lots of other apps and websites. Spread the word! Don’t forget to share us on Facebook and Twitter! Get the latest episode every month, straight to your mobile device or computer. It’s automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2021. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Helen Wilson for Viva!.
Welcome to the new Vegan News Minisode, brought to you by leading vegan charity, Presenters Helen and Faye bring you the latest plant-based lifestyle, food and animal campaigns news from around the globe. This episode includes; the launch of the world’s first lab grown chicken being sold in takeaway dishes in Singapore, Boris Johnson set to answer question from Viva! about ending factory farming and animal groups join forces against new anti-protest bill being pushed by the Government. All this, plus the latest vegan food news. ABOUT OUR SHOW You can hear this show via Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and on lots of other apps and websites. Spread the word! Don't forget to share us on Facebook and Twitter! Get the latest episode every month, straight to your mobile device or computer. It's automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2021. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Helen Wilson for Viva!.
In this new episode format – we talk to Sean O’Callaghan aka the Fat Gay Vegan, who is one of the world’s most famous and established vegan bloggers. Sean is well known and loved as an event planner, author and general lover of vegan food and drink, with over 67k followers on Instagram. He is based in the UK and Mexico and has been the face of the award-winning Fat Gay Vegan since 2010, building up a huge following blogging about vegan dining across the UK and beyond from an ethical, not health trend’ standpoint. Helen and Faye’s chat Viva!’ Head of Communications, Faye Lewis, joins Helen to unravel some of the issues raised by Sean, including the loss of grass roots animal rights issues within modern day veganism and inclusivity issues within the vegan movement. This podcast is sponsored by Oxford Clay handmade ceramics. We make our ceramics with minimal impact on animals humans and the environment. All our ceramics are fired using renewable energy and are vegan certified. Looking for a vegan-friendly gift? send a free gift message and card with your order (option at the checkout). Shop online at Instagram: Pinterest: ABOUT OUR SHOW You can hear this show via Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and on lots of other apps and websites. Spread the word! Don’t forget to share us on Facebook and Twitter! Get the latest episode every month, straight to your mobile device or computer. It’s automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2021. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Helen Wilson for Viva!.
With Helen Wilson and Faye Lewis Episode 1: April, 2021 Welcome to the new Vegan News Minisode, brought to you by leading vegan charity, Viva!. Presenters Helen and Faye bring you the latest plant-based lifestyle, food and animal campaigns news from around the globe. This episode includes; a new mushroom leather alternative from Stella McCartney, proposals to ban certain breeds of broiler chickens, the end to foie gras imports in the UK, Viva! calling for a ban on factory farming in Prime Minsters Questions and the launch of vegan scampi! ABOUT OUR SHOW You can hear this show via Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and on lots of other apps and websites. Spread the word! Don't forget to share us on Facebook and Twitter! Get the latest episode every month, straight to your mobile device or computer. It's automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2021. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Helen Wilson for Viva!.
In this pilot new episode format – we talk to Hannah Carter, founder of aquafaba company, OGGS, who was named as Start-Up Entrepreneur of the Year at the Great British Entrepreneur Awards 2020. Hannah is on a mission to replace the hidden animal products in our food chain; the ones we don’t even realise are there, the egg white in bread and the poor welfare barn eggs in cheap cakes; they’ve started with eggs. OGGS have launched the UK’s first liquid egg alternative and since it’s launch, has saved over 500,000 eggs from commercial use. We discover Hannah’s journey and her mission to help make the food industry drastically more sustainable. Helen and Faye’s chat Viva!’ Head of Communications, Faye Lewis, joins Helen to chew down on the conversation and the importance of veganism and sustainability. This podcast is sponsored by Oxford Clay handmade ceramics. We make our ceramics with minimal impact on animals humans and the environment. All our ceramics are fired using renewable energy and are vegan certified. Looking for a vegan-friendly gift? send a free gift message and card with your order (option at the checkout). Shop online at Instagram: Pinterest: ABOUT OUR SHOW You can hear this show via Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and on lots of other apps and websites. Spread the word! Don't forget to share us on Facebook and Twitter! Get the latest episode every month, straight to your mobile device or computer. It's automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2021. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Helen Wilson for Viva!.
March’s podcast from Viva! – How well do you know your history of veganism? Did you know that ethical veganism is a protected philosophical belief in the UK? Well, we chat to the man that made it happen , who gives us the lowdown on his new book, Ethical Veganism: A Personal and Political Journey to Change the World. In this episode, we also delve into why vegans specifically don’t eat prawns, (spoiler alert, research suggests they do feel pain), and Maryanne from the Vegan Recipe Club reminisces about a time we could travel (sigh), as we round-up some top vegan travel tips. Plus, we bring you the latest vegan news and music to get your ears around! FIND OUT MORE The history of veganism – Get inspired by our conversation with author and vegan historian, , who secured ethical veganism as a protected philosophical belief in the UK. Viva!’s new campaign raising awareness of and our ground-breaking investigation into Get inspired to travel and eat well, with our dreamy feature, including stop overs in Paris, Brazil, The Gambia and Ireland. Gypsy folk band, in conversation with Gavin Chappell-Bates and we feature their track Sing Ahimsa. This podcast is sponsored by Oxford Clay handmade ceramics. We make our ceramics with minimal impact on animals humans and the environment. All our ceramics are fired using renewable energy and are vegan certified. Looking for a vegan-friendly gift? send a free gift message and card with your order (option at the checkout). Shop online at Instagram: Pinterest: This episode is also sponsored by Beer 52 who are offering Viva! supporters a FREE case of eight vegan craft beers. That is eight craft beers, free from any animal products, sourced and curated from the best breweries on the planet for FREE! (excl. delivery). Go to to find out more.
February’s podcast from Viva! – An inspirational story on going vegan, top vegan aphrodisiacs for Valentine’s Day, and all the latest vegan news and music. FIND OUT MORE Going Vegan? Get inspired by our conversation with author and vegan educator, , as we find out how his book And Suddenly, Everything Changed, is helping change hearts and minds We digest the "Eat Balanced" TV adverts and explain how they spread false and misleading information – and what you can do about it! Juice up your Valentines with our Top Vegan Aphrodisiacs and recipe ideas for a very vegan Valentine’s Day! South West singer-songwriter Luke Howard chats with Gavin Chappell-Bates and we feature his latest track, Tension. To celebrate the launch of their 100 Trees planting campaign, are offering 10% off web hosting to Viva! listeners with the code VIVA10. All you need to do is select a hosting package and type in the code "VIVA10" at checkout. Reforest Hosting will plant 100 trees for each new sign up. But that's not all! They will plant five trees per month for as long as you're signed up to them. That's enough to carbon offset three websites! This episode is also sponsored by Beer 52 who are offering Viva! supporters a FREE case of eight vegan craft beers. That is eight craft beers, free from any animal products, sourced and curated from the best breweries on the planet for FREE! (excl. delivery). Go to to find out more.
This Viva! Vegan Podcast Music Special, hosted by Gavin Chappell-Bates, brings you over an hour of the best music from vegan musicians and bands. It features songs and interviews from the likes of Emi V, Mobius Loop, Luke James Williams, Peace On Your Plate, Tally Spear, and many more. You’ll also hear an exclusive interview with Jordan Martin about the 2021 Vegan Camp Out.
January 2021’s podcast features all the news and updates from Viva! – including this month, our exclusive , vegan fashion with US label and music from Scottish band, . Find out more Making waves with Lex Rigby, Head of Investigations, with our . Why is it so challenging for people to care about fish? Fascinating insights into the fashion industry with US female vegan fashion designers, Meg and Komie Vora, from Delikate Rayne. How do we counter animal products in fashion? Gavin Chappell-Bates in conversation with dream pop emo rockers, Dreamkids. Having joined forces in February 2020, they’re taking the music scene by storm! About our show You can hear this show via Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and on lots of other apps and websites. Spread the word! Don’t forget to share us on Facebook and Twitter! Get the latest episode every month, straight to your mobile device or computer. It’s automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2020. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Helen Wilson for Viva!.
December’s podcast features all the news and updates from Viva! – join us for a Christmas special; talking turkeys undercover with Lex Rigby, Viva! Head of Investigations, plus tons of festive food and cookery ideas, products reviews and inspiration from our experts! FIND OUT MORE - Campaigns news: Our new Scottish Salmon Farming investigation goes public, updates from our massive #slashtherisk campaign and the latest on our End Factory Farming actions. - Bumper Christmas food feature with podcast host Helen and Viva! Food & Cookery Manager, Maryanne: the latest vegan product news and reviews, new recipe ideas and our top tips on creating the perfect centrepiece beyond the nut roast! - Scottish singer-songwriter, Emi V, brings her music to the show, brought to you by Gavin Chappell-Bates. ABOUT OUR SHOW You can hear this show via Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and on lots of other apps and websites. Spread the word! Don't forget to share us on Facebook and Twitter! Get the latest episode every month, straight to your mobile device or computer. It's automatic and completely free. Here's how. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2020. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Helen Wilson for Viva!.
November’s podcast features all the news and updates from Viva! – celebrating World Vegan Month, the End Factory Farming Before It Ends Us campaign launch, an exclusive interview with veteran undercover investigator, Gem De Silva and music from BBC Radio 6 Music star, Luke James-Williams. FIND OUT MORE - Our new campaign launch End Factory Farming Before It Ends Us just in time for World Vegan Day (November 1) - Our 2,000 free meal giveaway for people in need during the pandemic, in partnership with - Viva! founder and director Juliet Gellatley talks about her experience investigating in Leicestershire, on location at Dean Farm Animal Sanctuary - Find out about cooking vegan on a budget with Maryanne Hall from the - Life undercover with expert investigator, Gem De Silva, of - Singer-songwriter, chats to Gavin Chappell-Bates about his latest release, Blood Jump. ABOUT OUR SHOW You can hear this show via Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and on lots of other apps and websites. Spread the word! Don't forget to share us on Facebook and Twitter! Get the latest episode every month, straight to your mobile device or computer. It's automatic and completely free. Here's how. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2020. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Helen Wilson for Viva!.
October’s podcast features all the news and updates from Viva! – this month hear Viva! Founder & Director, Juliet Gellatley interviewed live from Dean Farm Animal Sanctuary in South Wales. Hosted by Helen Wilson. FIND OUT MORE - News of a Flat House Farm Day of Action in Leicestershire - Find out about the International Vegan Film Festival online this month - Meet the adorable pigs in the nursery at and hear stories of friendship and rescue with Juliet and sanctuary founder, Mary Frankland - Helen and Maryanne Hall from the catch up on recipes and the latest vegan cookery trends - Gavin Chappell-Bates is joined by the talented Tally Spear in our music section - Find out how to sample eight vegan craft beers from Beer 52 – for free! To celebrate the launch of Beer52’s new Vegan Beer Club they’re offering Viva! listeners a free case of 8 vegan craft beers! That is eight craft beers, free from any animal products, sourced and curated from the best breweries on the planet for FREE! All you need to do is go to and cover just £5.95 for the postage. ABOUT OUR SHOW You can hear this show via Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and on lots of other apps and websites. Spread the word! Don't forget to share us on Facebook and Twitter! Get the latest episode every month, straight to your mobile device or computer. It's automatic and completely free. Here's how. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2020. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Helen Wilson for Viva!.
September’s podcast features all the news and updates from Viva! – including a special focus on the latest undercover investigation into Flat House Farm in Leicestershire, with an interview with campaigns manager, Lex Rigby. FIND OUT MORE - Awards news and reviews of Viva!’s documentary, HOGWOOD: a modern horror story - Find out how to sample eight vegan craft beers from – for free! - Listen to Lex’s talk on overfishing from the Virtual Animal Rights March in August - Learn about how to avoid ‘green washing’ as an ethical vegan consumer, with Vegan Arborist - September cookery inspiration comes from Vegan Recipe Club’s Maryanne Hall, including back-to-school lunch ideas - Gavin Chappell-Bates hosts his regular dedicated music feature, catching up again with vegan chart-toppers, Peace On Your Plate To celebrate the launch of Beer52’s new Vegan Beer Club they’re offering Viva! listeners a free case of 8 vegan craft beers! That is eight craft beers, free from any animal products, sourced and curated from the best breweries on the planet for FREE! All you need to do is go to and cover just £5.95 for the postage. ABOUT OUR SHOW You can hear this show via Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and on lots of other apps and websites. Spread the word! Don't forget to share us on Facebook and Twitter! Get the latest episode every month, straight to your mobile device or computer. It's automatic and completely free. Here's how. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2020. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Helen Wilson for Viva!.
August’s podcast features all the news and updates from Viva! – including our celebrity-backed open letter to Boris Johnson as part of the , an interview with American social media-influencer as well as top vegan authors and musicians! FIND OUT MORE - Help Viva! End Factory Farming by to Boris Johnson, featured in our news section, plus updates on Hogwood: a modern horror story - Learn how to be the best advocate for animals online from one of the top vegan social media influencers – John Oberg - It’s all about the Sheese! We catch up with Laura from Bute Island to hear about the plant-based cheese revolution - We chat to top-selling vegan author Natalie Winter, about her new novel, - August cookery inspiration comes from ’s Maryanne Hall - Gavin Chappell-Bates hosts his regular dedicated music feature. This month he chats to US singer- songwriter Inanna. ABOUT OUR SHOW You can hear this show via Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and on lots of other apps and websites. Spread the word! Don't forget to share us on Facebook and Twitter! Get the latest episode every month, straight to your mobile device or computer. It's automatic and completely free. Here's how. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2020. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Helen Wilson for Viva!.
July's podcast also features all the latest news and updates from Viva!, including the launch of our gripping documentary , and a catch up with Jerome Flynn — Viva! patron and presenter of HOGWOOD. FIND OUT MORE - It's finally here! The launch of HOGWOOD: a modern horror story on , and . Plus wise words from Jerome Flynn, presenter and Viva! patron. - Exclusive interview with Seth Tibbott, founder of the plant-based protein company, . - July cookery inspiration comes from ’s Maryanne Hall, with summertime advice for vegans at socially-distanced BBQs. - Lex Rigby, Viva! campaigns manager, interviews an exclusive interview with Rich Hardy, veteran undercover investigator, on the launch of his new book and reflections on his life as an undercover investigator. - Lex also gives behind the scenes look at Viva!'s own shocking of two pig farms supplying Morrisons. - Gavin Chappell-Bates hosts his regular dedicated music feature. This month he interviews (aka Queen V), vegan singer-songwriter. ABOUT OUR SHOW You can hear this show via Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and on lots of other apps and websites. Spread the word! Don't forget to share us on Facebook and Twitter! Get the latest episode every month, straight to your mobile device or computer. It's automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2020. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Helen Wilson for Viva!.
June’s podcast features all the news and updates from Viva! – including news from charity founder and director, Juliet Gellatley, on the new campaign, 3 in 4 and an exclusive interview with Game of Thrones actor and Viva! patron, Jerome Flynn. FIND OUT MORE - All you need to know about continuing to helping animals and promote veganism during lockdown, from the Viva! campaigns team - Viva! founder & director, Juliet Gellatley updates us on the highlighting that 3 in 4 new and emerging infectious diseases come from animals - Exclusive interview with Game of Thrones star, , with host Helen Wilson. Jerome shares his vision for a new future for the earth. - June cookery inspiration comes from ’s Maryanne Hall - Gavin Chappell-Bates hosts his regular dedicated music feature. This month he chats to singer songwriter musician . Poet and author, Jane Mann, also reads Warning from Wuhan, which can be read ABOUT OUR SHOW You can hear this show via Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and on lots of other apps and websites. Spread the word! Don't forget to share us on Facebook and Twitter! Get the latest episode every month, straight to your mobile device or computer. It's automatic and completely free. Here's how. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2020. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Helen Wilson for Viva!.
May’s podcast features all the news and updates from Viva! – including the launch of the latest campaign, 3 in 4 with founder & director, Juliet Gellatley, following the Coronavirus pandemic. We also discuss how to get involved with . FIND OUT MORE Campaigns and exclusive online news from the campaigns and social media teams Juliet discusses factory farming and Covid-19 and also catches up with Ecotricity founder and fellow vegan, Dale Vince Tune in for some brilliant dairy-free inspiration from Viva!’s Maryanne Hall of the Gavin Chappell-Bates hosts his regular dedicated music feature. This month he chats to vegan folk musician Rebecca Shelley ABOUT OUR SHOW You can hear this show via Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and on lots of other apps and websites. Spread the word! Don't forget to share us on Facebook and Twitter! Get the latest episode every month, straight to your mobile device or computer. It's automatic and completely free. Here's how. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2020. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Helen Wilson for Viva!.
April’s podcast opens with a special introduction from Founder and Director, Juliet Gellatley, as we find ourselves in this most unprecedented time of lockdown, due to the . Juliet is joined by Viva!’s Associate Director, Tony Wardle, in a detailed conversation about how the virus started, its connections to factory farming, the role of veganism and what this means for the future. We bring you the latest news and events updates from Viva!, followed by some cheery vegan-themed interviews to get your teeth into. FIND OUT MORE - Host, Helen Wilson, takes a trip to Swansea Indoor Market in Wales to find out about how veganism has been helping to change the face of a very traditional market - We interview London-based vegan food blogger, , about her recent appearance on the Channel 4 show, Crazy Delicious - Inspiration for budding home-cooks comes from Viva!’s Maryanne Hall of the , with some top tips for - Gavin Chappell-Bates hosts his regular dedicated music feature. This month he chats to Doyouthinkasaurus, an all vegan, riotgrrl inspired band from Cambridge ABOUT OUR SHOW You can hear this show via Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and on lots of other apps and websites. Spread the word! Don't forget to share us on Facebook and Twitter! Get the latest episode every month, straight to your mobile device or computer. It's automatic and completely free. Here's how. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2020. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Helen Wilson for Viva!.
March’s podcast celebrates the up and coming release of new ground-breaking documentary – HOGWOOD: a modern horror story. Last summer, Tesco dropped Hogwood pig farm as a supplier following an intense campaign and repeated investigations into horrific conditions there by Viva! investigators. Viva!’s Editor and Associate Director, Tony Wardle, chats to us about how this wonderful victory for animals has transferred into a gripping documentary that is set to launch at the House of Commons at the end of this month. We bring you all the latest news from the Viva! campaigns team, including an interview with campaigner Will Sorflaten about his outreach work in universities across the UK. FIND OUT MORE - Latest vegan news including a for dairy cows and talks with vegan health expert - Viva! Campaigner Will Sorflaten chats to us about his - Interview with Viva! Editor and Associate Director, Tony Wardle about their new ground-breaking documentary – . - Viva! Head of Communications, Roisin McAuley, interviews a vegan barrister fighting for animals and activists. - Gavin Chappell-Bates hosts his regular dedicated music feature. This month he sits down with Scottish punk rockers, Tragical History Tour. ABOUT OUR SHOW You can hear this show via Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and on lots of other apps and websites. Spread the word! Don't forget to share us on Facebook and Twitter! Get the latest episode every month, straight to your mobile device or computer. It's automatic and completely free. Here's how. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2020. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Helen Wilson for Viva!.
ABOUT OUR SHOW. You can hear this show via Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and on lots of other apps and websites. Spread the word! Don't forget to share us on Facebook and Twitter! Get the latest episode every month, straight to your mobile device or computer. It's automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2019. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music used by permission. Produced by EMC, the Easy Media Company.
A belated Happy New Year and a wonderful Veganuary to you all! In this episode, we take a look at how far the vegan movement has progressed, as Laura and Tayana interview the creators of a new feature length film, Vegan 2019. We give our top tips for trying (and staying!) vegan, and feature some laugh-out-loud conversations from our vegan comedy night. IN THIS EPISODE: Kris chats with our Louisa, about vegan resolutions and trying vegan. We interview Klaus, one of the founders of and the producer of . We feature two interviews with vegan comedians Matt Hoss and Chris Stokes. Kris catches up with one of our campaigners, Tayana, about our of the UK. Gavin Chappell-Bates interviews musician and composer Ian Haywood, keyboardist and vocalist with vegan band Peace on your Plate. ABOUT OUR SHOW. You can hear this show via Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and on lots of other apps and websites. Spread the word! Don't forget to share us on Facebook and Twitter! Get the latest episode every month, straight to your mobile device or computer. It's automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2019. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music used by permission. Produced by EMC, the Easy Media Company.
January 2021’s podcast features all the news and updates from Viva! – including this month, our exclusive , vegan fashion with US label and music from Scottish band, . Find out more Making waves with Lex Rigby, Head of Investigations, with our . Why is it so challenging for people to care about fish? Fascinating insights into the fashion industry with US female vegan fashion designers, Meg and Komie Vora, from Delikate Rayne. How do we counter animal products in fashion? Gavin Chappell-Bates in conversation with dream pop emo rockers, Dreamkids. Having joined forces in February 2020, they’re taking the music scene by storm! About our show You can hear this show via Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and on lots of other apps and websites. Spread the word! Don’t forget to share us on Facebook and Twitter! Get the latest episode every month, straight to your mobile device or computer. It’s automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2020. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music and content used by permission. Produced by Helen Wilson for Viva!.
We wish you a compassionate Christmas! In this extra special episode, we have a worldwide exclusive! Introducing the fantastic, positively vegan Christmas song . Produced by Gavin Chappell-Bates and Giles Bryant, Peace on Your Plate could become the first ever vegan Christmas No.1 – with your support! Hit 'play', listen to the song and learn how to help bring compassion to the charts this Christmas. Also in this episode: Juliet, our founder and director, wishes you a very merry vegan Christmas. We catch up with the campaigns team about – the dairy-free milkshake tour that visited Fresher’s Fairs across the UK. We introduce our new catalogue, chat about the and prepare for our last festive festival of the year – the . We interview , the vegan singer-songwriter who made Christmas No.1 with her cover of "The Power of Love" several years ago. You can hear this show via Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and on lots of other apps and websites. Spread the word! Don't forget to share us on Facebook and Twitter! Get the latest episode every month, straight to your mobile device or computer. It's automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2019. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music used by permission. Produced by EMC, the Easy Media Company.
It's World Vegan Day! This episode marks two years since the Viva! Vegan Podcast launched, how time flies! Join us in celebrating World Vegan Day with our #GoVegan24 campaign. We're joined by a whole host of celebrities, including Fearne Cotton and James May, in asking people to Go Vegan for 24 hours. Our huge environment campaign has made national headlines and is set to create an even bigger storm on World Vegan Day. Listen in to our extra special podcast and be the first to know all about it. Go vegan today and save tomorrow. FIND OUT MORE. Kris has the latest vegan news including the launch of the campaign at the Labour Conference in Brighton, and an exclusive behind the scenes interview. Kris catches up with the campaigns team to reveal what we have in store for Leading barrister Michael Mansfield QC calls for Ecocide to made illegal, as live streamed from the Vegan Now conference. We've chosen the best moments from the Vegan Now launch itself. Want more? Head to our for the full live stream. Go behind the scenes of Vegan Now and discover how we plan our campaigns, with an exclusive interview from the "Behind the Story" podcast. Gavin Chappell-Bates grabs some beats-free fresh air with vegan keyboardist Roughton "Rou" Reynolds of electronicore group . You've Gotta Laugh! Chris Stokes, vegan comedian, gives some words of wisdom about #GoVegan24. ABOUT OUR SHOW. You can hear this show via Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and on lots of other apps and websites. Spread the word! Don't forget to share us on Facebook and Twitter! Get the latest episode every month, straight to your mobile device or computer. It's automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2019. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music used by permission. Produced by EMC, the Easy Media Company.
has launched! In this episode, find out about our new environment campaign including our on World Vegan Day, Friday 1 November. We also look back at Juliet's and young environmentalist, talks at Vegan Campout, and look forward to our which celebrates Viva!'s 25th birthday on Saturday 26 October. Gavin Chappell-Bates catches up with Mike Mckinnon, fresh off the Vegan Campout stage. ABOUT OUR SHOW. You can hear this show via Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and on lots of other apps and websites. Spread the word! Don't forget to share us on Facebook and Twitter! Get the latest episode every month, straight to your mobile device or computer. It's automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2019. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music used by permission. Produced by EMC, the Easy Media Company.
Wow! This must be our most exciting podcast to date… Tesco has dropped Hogwood Farm! After three investigations, Red Tractor and Tesco have finally taken a stand against the appalling conditions at Hogwood and have dropped them as a supplier. This month we celebrate our campaign victory, look back over the previous three investigations and discuss what this decision means for the future. FIND OUT MORE. Kris has the latest vegan news including looking back over our campaign, our current and upcoming events including the . . Join us in creating the film the meat industry doesn't want you to see. Juliet chats with Kris about the power of consumer change to end factory farming and the next steps in our Hogwood campaign. Lex, our campaigns manager, discusses her first-hand experience on Hogwood Farm and the emotional impact of being an investigator. Grace, our health campaigner, debunks some health myths about bacon. This month, we feature music by vegan band Mobius Loop. ABOUT OUR SHOW. You can hear this show via Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and on lots of other apps and websites. Spread the word! Don't forget to share us on Facebook and Twitter! Get the latest episode every month, straight to your mobile device or computer. It's automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2019. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music used by permission. Produced by EMC, the Easy Media Company.
August’s podcast features a magical interview with Harry Potter star hosted by Juliet. We follow the Viva! Campaigns team to the at the London Eye where they protested the systematic abuse in the global dairy industry. Viva! staff debate whether plastic-free living should be central to veganism, and our new health campaigner busts vegan health myths. FIND OUT MORE. Kris has the latest vegan news, including an update on how any Amazon shopper can via Amazon Smile. ‘An Audience with Evanna Lynch…’ is another interview and Q&A from our Magical 25th Anniversary Viva! Vegan Festival. You can see all our other 25th Anniversary events . The campaigns team at the London Eye, showing upsetting undercover footage from Coca-Cola’s dairy company’s supplier and Viva! investigations of the biggest UK dairy farms. Our new campaigner, Grace Forsythe, talks vegan truths about the health benefits of a plant-based diet. Gavin Chappell-Bates hosts his regular dedicated music feature. This month he sits down with Muse to Sirens. ABOUT OUR SHOW. You can hear this show via Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and on lots of other apps and websites. Spread the word! Don't forget to share us on Facebook and Twitter! Get the latest episode every month, straight to your mobile device or computer. It's automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2019. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music used by permission. Produced by EMC, the Easy Media Company.
In this episode, we take you along on the Bristol Animal Right March, featuring a speech from Juliet Gellatley. We interview Carl Donnelly — vegan comic and headliner for our . Kris catches up with our campaigns team on the success of our and the Viva! team discuss the recent KFC Imposter Burger and its effectiveness in saving animals. LINKS AND MORE. - Latest vegan news including an update on our , with actor Peter Egen. - : we had loads of fantastic discussions with the British public, we include some of our favourites and an interview with Viva! Campaigner, Laura Hellwig. - Kris chairs a discussion with some of the Viva! team about the new KFC Imposter Burger. - Gavin Chappell-Bates hosts his regular dedicated music feature, this month sitting down with Ben Denny Mo. - The Viva! team attends the hugely successful Animal Rights March in Bristol ABOUT OUR SHOW. You can hear this show via Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and on lots of other apps and websites. Spread the word! Don't forget to share us on Facebook and Twitter! Get the latest episode every month, straight to your mobile device or computer. It's automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2019. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music used by permission. Produced by EMC, the Easy Media Company.
In this jam-packed episode hosted by Kris Townsend, Juliet and Tony interview — environmental and political columnist, author and campaigner. We catch up with the brilliant team who completed their momentous marathon challenge! We feature the first of our interviews from our Magical Viva! Vegan Festival, , from Dirty Sanchez to Dirty Vegan. LINKS AND MORE. - Latest vegan news including an update on (since recording, we have reached our 100,000 signature target - but it's not too late to sign!) - : we had loads of fantastic discussions with the British public, we include some of our favourites and an interview with Viva! Campaigner, Laura Hellwig. - Juliet and Tony interview George Monbiot, environmental and political columnist, author and campaigner. - Louisa, our social media coordinator, chats to Matt Pritchard, Dirty Vegan. See all of our . - Kris chats with Joe, from One Planet Pizza about their recent marathon challenge. - Gavin Chappell-Bates hosts his regular dedicated music feature, this month sitting down with Matt Sanctuary, one half of the music duo . ABOUT OUR SHOW. You can hear this show via Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and on lots of other apps and websites. Spread the word! Don't forget to share us on Facebook and Twitter! Get the latest episode every month, straight to your mobile device or computer. It's automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2019. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music used by permission. Produced by EMC, the Easy Media Company.
It's ! Kris catches up with our campaigns manager, Lex Rigby, to discuss our spectacular month of dairy-free action. We're of four UK cities to hand-out free vegan cheese and chocolate, kindly supplied by and . We revisit our interview with Jerome Flynn, Game of Thrones actor, just in time for our new Everyone’s Going Dairy-Free magazine launch. We also continue our interview series with top vegan athletes. This time, Veronika interviews professional cyclist and vegan of 17 years, Christine Varados. FIND OUT MORE. - Latest vegan news including an update on our Magical Viva! Vegan Festival. - : join us on our month-long campaign encouraging the public to ditch dairy products in favour of plant-based alternatives. - Roisin McAuley debates whether animals should be used for our entertainment. - Juliet interviews Jerome Flynn, Game of Thrones actor and animal activist. - Veronika Powell interviews Christine Varados, vegan athlete and professional cyclist. - Gavin Chappell-Bates hosts his regular dedicated music feature, this month sitting down with Giles Bryant. ABOUT OUR SHOW. You can hear this show via Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and on lots of other apps and websites. Spread the word! Don't forget to share us on Facebook and Twitter! Get the latest episode every month, straight to your mobile device or computer. It's automatic and completely free. Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2019. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music used by permission. Produced by EMC, the Easy Media Company.
In this episode, Kris interviews the producer and director of the new vegan documentary, the End of Meat. We catch up with Juliet about the exciting new move for our rescued pig, Hope, and her babies. Relatedly, Veronika also interviews vegan marathon runner Fiona Oakes, who is the proud founder of Towerhill Stables Animal Sanctuary - the new forever home to Hope and Dotty! In This Episode: Latest vegan news including new at Viva! Victory! The Advertising Standards Authority( on our TRASH campaign. Kris interviews Marc Pierschel, the director of the new vegan documentary the . Sophie Delarny discusses the upcoming , which will celebrate our 25th Anniversary. Juliet chats about the emotional move of Hope and her babies from Dean Farm Trust to their new home, Towerhill Stables Animal Sanctuary. Veronika Powell interview , vegan marathon runner and sanctuary owner. Gavin Chappell-Bates hosts his regular dedicated music feature, this month sitting down with Ellie Winter of Cambridge-based indie-ish band . You can hear this show via Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and on lots of other apps and websites. Spread the word! Don't forget to share us on Facebook and Twitter! GET OUR SHOWS EVERY MONTH, STRAIGHT TO YOUR MOBILE DEVICE OR COMPUTER. IT'S FREE AND AUTOMATIC. . Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2019. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music used by permission. Produced by EMC, the Easy Media Company.
This month features an extended interview about cultured meat, which has the potential to save billions of animals from factory farming and slaughter each year. Our founder and director Juliet Gellatley was invited to see the labs at Mosa Meats, the first company to create a slaughter-free hamburger in 2013. We also speak to vegan bodybuilder Hench Herbivore and cover our latest campaigns. In This Episode: Latest vegan news including exciting plans for our 25th Anniversary. Find out how livestock farming really IS destroying our planet. See Viva!'s newly-released '' report. Juliet interviews Anon van Essen, a technologist at Maastricht University and . She also chats to Chris Bryant, psychology research at Bath University, specialising in consumer attitudes to cultured meat. Interviews from our latest street action: the amazingly positive Our next stop on the tour is in Leeds on 31 March. Veronika Powell interviews , vegan bodybuilder, personal trainer and nutritionist. Cambridge-based folk-rock singer-songwriter Gavin Chappell-Bates hosts his regular dedicated music feature, this month sitting down with vegan prog-rock keyboard wizard Martin Morgan of . You can hear this show via Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and on lots of other apps and websites. Spread the word! Don't forget to share us on Facebook and Twitter! GET OUR SHOWS EVERY MONTH, STRAIGHT TO YOUR MOBILE DEVICE OR COMPUTER. IT'S FREE AND AUTOMATIC. . Copyright owned by Viva! Bristol 2019. Not for re-use without our written agreement. All featured music used by permission. Produced by EMC, the Easy Media Company.
In this episode, Kris reflects on the last twelve months and . We also caught up with of Bravura Foods, and Juliet chats with one of the co-founders of the . We and highlight some of our recent radio interviews. Get stuck into another jam-packed Viva! Podcast. In this episode: What a was for Viva! And there's more to come! A summary of the latest vegan news from Bristol, the UK and beyond. Kris catches up with of Bravura Foods to discuss her book, future plans and the vegan revolution Juliet interviews Cher, co-founder of the Policy for Animal Welfare Scheme (PAWS) Cambridge-based folk-rock singer-songwriter Gavin Chappell-Bates hosts his third dedicated music feature Juliet Gellatley and Roisin McAuley are both interviewed on local public radio about whether veganism is a fad and why we love some animals but eat others. Tony Wardle, our Associate Director, is interviewed on public radio about the health and environmental benefits of veganism You can hear this show via Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and on lots of other apps and websites. Spread the word! Don't forget to share us on Facebook and Twitter! GET THIS FREE SHOW AUTOMATICALLY ON THE FIRST FRIDAY OF EVERY MONTH. .
Happy New Year! This Veganuary we’ve interviewed Ecotricity’s Paul Sands about vegan energy-supply and discussed the fantastic work taking place at Forest Green Rovers. We also caught up with world champion pole athlete Terri Fierce, Mercury Rising lead guitarist Rob Raymond, and Juliet talks animal welfare policy with animal welfare-focused MP Henry Smith. What better way to kick off 2019 than with our jam-packed January Podcast? In this episode: Latest vegan news to celebrate Veganuary, including an overview of our UK festivals line-up for the first half of 2019. Viva! founder Juliet interviews at the launch of the Policy for Animal Welfare Scheme (PAWS) Ireland's is a multiple world champion pole athlete who personifies 'plant-based power'. Cambridge-based folk-rock singer-songwriter Gavin Chappell-Bates hosts his second dedicated music feature and talks to Rob Raymond, lead guitarist and sole vegan member of US progressive metal band . Paul Sands, Director of Growth and Customer Experience at discusses why gas and electricity isn’t always vegan Tony Wardle, our Associate Director, is interviewed on BBC Three Counties Radio about veganism as a philosophical belief You can hear this podcast via Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and on lots of other apps and websites. Spread the word! Don't forget to share us on Facebook and Twitter! GET THIS FREE PODCAST AUTOMATICALLY ON THE FIRST DAY OF EVERY MONTH. .
Plenty to enjoy and celebrate in this year-end episode, especially with our deliciously vegan Speaking of guides, podcast host Kris Townsend is joined by voices from across the Viva! team to talk vegan food for non-vegans, 3 (Christmas) cheers for awesome festive recipes, Anonymous for the Voiceless, and music from Melody Causton. There's also a Scary Dairy update with animal rights campaigner Dina Aherne and a vegan active wear clothing recommendation from Kris. (Yes, you did read that correctly). A great way to wrap up the year and get ready for the next! IN THIS EPISODE Shannon Martinez owns a ground-breaking vegan restaurant and deli called in Melbourne, Australia. During a recent business visit to the UK, she talked to our Campaign Manager - and her friend - Lex Rigby. Food and Cookery manager Marian Hall wets your appetites as she dips into our for a lovely vegan festive season. Kris goes behind the "" mask with activist Holly Ruth-Smith at the Bristol Cube of Truth. Cambridge-based folk-rock singer-songwriter Gavin Chappell-Bates is a new voice on our podcast and he introduces a dedicated music feature on our podcast. In his debut, he meets . Animal rights campaigner Dina Aherne gets an update on recent undercover investigations about the dairy industry in the UK. You can hear this podcast via Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and on lots of other apps and websites. Spread the word! Don't forget to share us on Facebook and Twitter! GET THIS FREE PODCAST AUTOMATICALLY ON THE FIRST DAY OF EVERY MONTH. .
This World Vegan Day, podcast host Kris Townsend has an exclusive interview with vegan reggae star Macka-B, more news on our UK awareness-raising campaigns as we launch motorway-side billboards and YouTube adverts, and Sophie Delarny, our Festivals & Events Manager, goes deep with "Sexual Politics of Meat" author and feminist-vegan activist Carol Adams. Also in this episode VIVA! launches YouTube's first vegan adverts 300 of you helped More on Tesco's continued refusal to engage with us about their use of as a supplier. Music by vegan reggae star Our Campaign You can hear this podcast via Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and on lots of other apps and websites. Spread the word! Don't forget to share us on Facebook and Twitter! GET THIS FREE PODCAST AUTOMATICALLY ON THE FIRST DAY OF EVERY MONTH. .
Kris sits down with VIVA! founder Juliet to talk TRASH, hear about a new animal rescue initiative, and thank the amazing supporters that make VIVA! the successful force for change as it is. We hear music artist Moby's TedX Talk on why he became a vegan, discover the vegan grime of JME and share news on how you can join VIVA!'s online and media team. Also in this episode Earthling Ed – Why I support viva! TV hosts Phil and Holly admit on "Good morning Britain" to doing something they'd never have believed possible: hint, it involves tofu and Will.I.Am. Kris interviews veggie and vegan chef Richard Buckley, founder of lauded Bath restaurant about the secrets of cooking, his new book and also why people need to do more than just giving up meat. Music by – Pulse 8 You can hear this podcast via Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and on lots of other apps and websites. Spread the word! Don't forget to share us on Facebook and Twitter! GET THIS FREE PODCAST AUTOMATICALLY ON THE FIRST DAY OF EVERY MONTH. .
More exclusive vegan-world news from Kris and our team as we report back on our national ice cream tour, our success in getting kangaroo meat off the shelves at a national chain, and our 2nd Day of Action protests against Tesco sparked by the horrific conditions of Hogwood 'horror' farm which supplies the supermarket. In this episode: Viva Festivals are coming soon to Birmingham and Brighton Interviews from our big Vegan Camp Out featuring Dr Neal Barnard and US speaker and psychologist Melanie Joy PhD our 2nd wave of "Day of Action" protests against Tesco's continued refusal to stop taking supplies from Hogwood 'horror' farm a success as Pets At Home finally stops stocking dog food that contains kangaroo meat what the Summer-loving public thought of the treats on offer from our awesomely tasty 7 Day vegan Ice Cream Van tour music from Macka B. Melanie Joy, PhD, is a Harvard-educated psychologist, celebrated speaker, organizational consultant, trainer, and relationship coach. She is the author of the award-winning book "Why We Love Dogs, Eat Pigs, and Wear Cows: An Introduction to Carnism", as well as "Strategic Action for Animals" and "Beyond Beliefs: A Guide to Improving Relationships and Communication for Vegans, Vegetarians, and Meat Eaters". Neal Barnard, M.D., F.A.C.C., is an adjunct associate professor of medicine at the George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences in Washington, D.C., president of the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine, and founder of Barnard Medical Center.As president of the Physicians Committee, Dr. Barnard leads programs advocating for preventive medicine, good nutrition, and higher ethical standards in research. He hosts four PBS television programs on nutrition and health and is frequently called on by news programs to discuss issues related to nutrition and research. This August saw the annual Official Animal Rights March founded by UK animal rights organisation Surge. The Official Animal Rights March is an annual march founded by UK animal rights organisation Surge. The march began in London in 2016 with 2,500 vegans and in 2017 the march doubled to 5,000 vegans marching in London for animal liberation. Our Viva!licious ice cream van tour was extremely successful! The positive atmosphere and incentive of free ice cream enabled us to speak to members of the public who would not normally be as receptive to conversations about veganism. The tour launched in Cardiff on 31 July and continued to Blackpool, Leeds, Southend-On-Sea, Margate, Brighton and finally London. In every city we had an overwhelmingly positive and high response. Throughout each three hour event we had queues of 15 – 20 metres of people waiting to try vegan ice cream. Because the kangaroo meat industry is one of the most brutal and violent in the world, consumers are unwittingly buying into the largest slaughter of land-based wildlife in history. That's why Viva! is pleased to have scored another victory in our long-standing kangaroo campaign as companion animal supplies retailer Pets at Home has discontinued the sale of dog treats that contain kangaroo meat. Viva! contacted Pets at Home after an animal advocate reported seeing kangaroo meat dog treats on sale. Pets at Home CEO Peter Pritchard responded positively, confirming that as the treats do not meet their ethical standards, they would discontinue sales. The music in this episode is by Macka-B, one of the UK's leading dancehall reggae toasters and patron of the Vegan Society. You can hear this podcast via Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and on lots of other apps and websites. Spread the word! Don't forget to share us on Facebook and Twitter! GET THIS FREE PODCAST AUTOMATICALLY ON THE FIRST DAY OF EVERY MONTH. .
The UK continues to bake in the unusually hot Summer weather we're getting - but Kris manages to hold off on using the aircon until just before the end of this episode. He brings more updates on the VivaLicious Vegan Ice-cream van tour, speaks to one of his favourite vegan food bloggers, and shares an exclusive interview with Viva founder Juliet Gellatley and new campaigns manager Lex Rigby, who take us behind the scenes as they pay another saddening visit to Hogwood Farm. In this episode "Forking Fit" food vlogger what you told us in the Big 'Attitudes to Veganism" Survey Juliet and Lex make another visit to Hogwood Farm - and things happen. Viva's Summer Recipe Book Plus Festivals, the Viva!licious vegan ice cream van tour, and more. You can hear this podcast via Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and on lots of other apps and websites. Spread the word! Don't forget to share us on Facebook and Twitter! GET THIS FREE PODCAST AUTOMATICALLY ON THE FIRST DAY OF EVERY MONTH. .
As a Summer heatwave raises UK temperatures, we turn up the heat on our campaigns to stop kangaroo slaughter, take a vegan ice-cream van to cities across the UK, and bring a new festival to Bristol. In this episode: - Viva!’s UK Campaign to End the Sale of Kangaroo Products. . This groundbreaking film reveals the truth surrounding Australia’s love-hate relationship with its beloved icon. Juliet goes to the London premier and talks to Kate McIntyre Clere and Michael McIntyre, the directors of this powerful documentary. is Bristol's new ethical life festival, celebrating plant-based food, yoga and green living. cities across the UK will get the chance to try out Viva's vegan ice-cream range as our van tours the country this Summer. Killing for Kicks.According to the Kangaroo Industries Association, 80 per cent of kangaroo meat sold for human consumption is exported overseas. This illustrates the need for international campaigns. Viva! ran a successful three-year campaign from 1997 to 2000 to stop the sale of kangaroo meat from supermarkets in the UK. The Days of Action involved more than 100 local Viva! groups holding photocalls, demonstrations and talking to the public at any one time at stores all over the nation. The British public support for Viva!’s campaign was huge, with many people refusing to shop at stores that sold kangaroo meat. After the success of this campaign, Viva! turned its attention to football. The connection? Companies such as Adidas kill kangaroos for their skin – for football boots and the kangaroo industry is desperate to nurture this trade.https://www.savethekangaroo.com/killing-kicks Kangaroo: A Love/Hate Story. This groundbreaking film reveals the truth surrounding Australia’s love-hate relationship with its beloved icon. The kangaroo image is proudly used by top companies, sports teams and as tourist souvenirs, yet when they hop across the vast continent some consider them to be pests to be shot and sold for profit. KANGAROO unpacks a national paradigm where the relationship with kangaroos is examined. See http://kangaroothemovie.com/about The VivaCity Festival is coming to Bristol this Summer. Since 1994, Viva! has been campaigning to end the suffering of farmed animals. Viva! Vegan Festivals were born out of the wish to equip people with all the info they need to change themselves or to bring about change in others. Our shows provide all the information anyone could ever want about going, being and staying vegan – or moving in that direction. We show people first-hand how animals are suffering in and how healthy and delicious a vegan diet actually is! https://www.viva.org.uk/festivals/bristol-vivacity-2018 You can hear this podcast via Apple Podcasts, Google Play (in the USA) and lots of other apps and websites. Spread the word! Don't forget to share us on Facebook and Twitter! GET THIS FREE PODCAST AUTOMATICALLY ON THE FIRST DAY OF EVERY MONTH. .
It's "Door Drop" June and Kris has a LOT to share, including a special treat for Harry Potter fans. In this episode: the UK's first frozen vegan pizza company we feature clips from American stand-up comedian, writer, actor, and activist who drops several truth bombs hear a new song from vegan singer songwriter and Viva! founder Juliet goes to London and sits down for an exclusive interview about self-confidence, life as a vegan actress, and more with Irish "Harry Potter" star , who plays 'Lena Lovegood'. You can hear this podcast via Apple Podcasts, Google Play (in the USA) and lots of other apps and websites. Spread the word! Don't forget to share us on Facebook and Twitter! GET THIS FREE PODCAST AUTOMATICALLY ON THE FIRST DAY OF EVERY MONTH. .
It's Moo-Free May! Kris is back with another exclusives-packed show. In this episode: an in-depth and exclusive interview with VIVA! founder Juliet Gellatley. You can read all about Moo-Free May on the Viva website's . a look at which has just relaunched with global ambitions and 1000's of vegan-friendly places to eat, shop and stay! Veronica from Viva Health lifts the lid on how much pus there is in dairy milk. Yes, pus. For more on pus in milk and other facts on the dairy industry, see To cleanse your palate, we also have a quick glance at the Spring Chocolate Selection on the virtual shelves of our music from down under, featuring the soundtrack of Australian vegan documentary "Dominion". Visit their website at . You can hear this podcast via Apple Podcasts, Google Play (in the USA) and lots of other apps and websites. Spread the word! Don't forget to share us on Facebook and Twitter! GET THIS FREE PODCAST AUTOMATICALLY ON THE FIRST DAY OF EVERY MONTH. .
It's Easter and Kris has got just the lovely treats you deserve! In this episode: Viva! founder Juliet Gellatley breaks the myths about Fish Oil great news for thousands of animals as our awareness campaigns help shut down a factory farm revisit Collection and Co. to discover some sporty new unisex gear for vegan shoe-lovers. Kris talks to some of our lovely Cardiff Viva Festival stallholders London-based Ms Cupcake's amazing baking tips sit down with Viva!'s new Campaigns Manager Lex Rigby in 'Meet The Team' Plus exclusive music from Akasha FX. You can hear this podcast via Apple Podcasts, Google Play (in the USA) and lots of other apps and websites. Spread the word! Don't forget to share us on Facebook and Twitter! GET THIS FREE PODCAST AUTOMATICALLY ON THE FIRST DAY OF EVERY MONTH. .
It's Spring but still freezing so we're turning our thoughts to the hardest working mothers around... In this episode Viva! news about #Februdairy – it was an initiative launched to promote the dairy industry during the month of February, particularly on Twitter, with the hashtag Februdairy and positive posts about dairy farming. Laura talks about our Lovegan campaign an exclusive interview with controversial activist Joey Carbstrong A look at the Easter goodies available from the Viva! shop. We hear about Elpseths Kitchen Veronika tell us about our hardest working mums Plus exclusive music from Akasha FX - "Choose" You can hear this podcast via Apple Podcasts, Google Play (in the USA) and lots of other apps and websites. Spread the word! Don't forget to share us on Facebook and Twitter! GET THIS FREE PODCAST AUTOMATICALLY ON THE FIRST DAY OF EVERY MONTH. .
ALL ABOUT THE LOVE! With Veganuary under our belts already, Kris mixes politics, food and comedy as we head towards the end of Winter and the start of February. What's all about anyway? (courtesy of The Beeb) Vegan Geezer takes time off from YouTube to visit our studio. Simplification advice from the Vegan Activist The has Valentine's Day in its sights, on its site - and on our plates. Hear a fantastic vegan Adele parody by Treena Strong and Light Twins. Why we're going to Shoreditch. (Clue: there's a festival). The rhythm is strong with this one: hear the beats-without-the-meats from "the 40 Year Old Vegan" () We go on location (well, just around the corner, actually) to sample Bristol institution Pie Minister's new vegan pastry "". Yes, it's a pie. And yes, it has a name. There's even some manic spelling lessons, courtesy of the Guacamole Song by US online comedy duo You can hear this podcast via Apple Podcasts, Google Play (in the USA) and lots of other apps and websites. Spread the word! Don't forget to share us on Facebook and Twitter! GET THIS FREE PODCAST AUTOMATICALLY ON THE FIRST DAY OF EVERY MONTH. .
WELCOME TO 2018! Kris eases you into the new year - our third (well, we DID start in 2016) - with more vegan news, views and interviews. Plus, there's music, a new version of the 30 Day Vegan programme, and a chance to listen in on some inspirational moments as Viva! went along for a recent Bristol Animal Save event. Lucy Cooke delivers a powerful poem about animal rights at the 2017 SURGE march in London Juliet Gellatley spoke about how her organisation shares a vision with Bristol Animal Save ( Vegan Activist Music from Vegan band 'Life' Vegan 'no waste' campaigner Rehana Sara Jomeen dropped into Viva! HQ ( Kris talks the business of ...er... business with local nut butter manufacturer Mike Duckworth who launched Nutcessity just last year (2017) () An all-new version of the 30 Day Vegan Plan is now online at You can hear this podcast via Apple Podcasts, Google Play (in the USA) and lots of other apps and websites. Spread the word! Don't forget to share us on Facebook and Twitter! GET THIS FREE PODCAST AUTOMATICALLY ON THE FIRST DAY OF EVERY MONTH. .
IT'S THE MOST WONDERFUL TIME OF THE YEAR - UNLESS YOU'RE A TURKEY Podcast host Kris Townshend delivers a bumper festive edition of the Viva! podcast, including his favourite show guest so far! tag along with Viva founder Juliet as she visits Dean Farm Animal Sanctuary to see how their rescued Turkeys are thriving (get our turkey fact sheet ) hear the righteous vegan poetry of Benjamin Zephaniah - "Talking Turkeys" sit in on an exclusive 2-part interview with "Cowspiracy: The Sustainability Secret" co-producer Dr. Sailesh Rao, who is also a writer, vegan and founder/Executive Director of Climate Healers () whose goal is to reforest one-sixth of the ice-free land area of the earth to neutralize human carbon dioxide emissions temporarily. an update on "Bring Hope to Millions", our successful and groundbreaking campaign to put the first veganism adverts in UK cinemas a peak inside the festive line-up of vegan gifts now available for order from the virtual 'shelves' of the Viva! shop hear some satirical rap from " get the inside track on vegan-friendly festive health hints with Veronika's Crimbo Health Tips and we wrap with an animal-friendly alternative Christmas message from the AntiPoet "Turkeys Can't Write Poetry!" () You can hear this podcast via Apple Podcasts, Google Play (in the USA) and lots of other apps and websites. Spread the word! Don't forget to share us on Facebook and Twitter! GET THIS FREE PODCAST AUTOMATICALLY ON THE FIRST DAY OF EVERY MONTH. .
IT'S WORLD VEGAN DAY AND OUR PODCAST CELEBRATES ITS FIRST YEAR. In show #13, show host Kris wraps up our first year of vegan podcasting with another awesome set of planet-friendly news, views and interviews. PATRONS: an exclusive 2-part interview with righteous writer and dub artist, Viva patron , plus a piece of the music that makes him the vegan legend he is. PIONEERS: a fantastic result for our groundbreaking"" fundraising campaign to bring vegan adverts to UK cinema screens for the first time. PIERS VERSUS PEERS: discover the of Guardian journalist George Monbiot - and hear how his vegan principles came under fire when interviewed by UK breakfast TV presenter Piers Morgan. PEOPLE: Viva! Festival Manager Sophie talks about the forthcoming this mid November POWELL POWER: hear long-time Viva! campaigner 's recent interview on BBC Radio 4's Farming Today programme PLATEFULS: the team talks about the latest developments of their 30 Day Vegan resource. You can hear this podcast via Apple Podcasts, Google Play (in the USA) and lots of other apps and websites. Spread the word! Don't forget to share us on Facebook and Twitter! GET THIS FREE PODCAST AUTOMATICALLY ON THE FIRST DAY OF EVERY MONTH. .
AUTUMN IS HERE - AND SO'S OUR LATEST PODCAST In show #12, Kris Townsend lines up another mix of vegan campaigns, comedy and community. Just some of what's coming up... RAPS: Kris talks to viral vegan rapper-in-a-van Kyle O'Sull (see his sensational video - contains strong language) REALITY: Speeches from recent animal rights marches to the UK Parliament in London. REVOLUTION: ADAPTT founder Gary Yourofsky is an American animal rights activist and lecturer and we shared his thoughts on the meat-like 'Beyond Meat' burger REEL DEALS: Talk about a 'blade runner'. Two million UK cinema-goers could be seeing a real first coming to their screens - no computer graphics required - as part of "", You can hear this podcast via Apple Podcasts, Google Play (in the USA) and lots of other apps and websites. Spread the word! Don't forget to share us on Facebook and Twitter! GET THIS FREE PODCAST AUTOMATICALLY ON THE FIRST DAY OF EVERY MONTH. .
As a rainy Summer fades, we put away the umbrellas and pick up the microphones for our September episode. In show #11, host Kris Townsend brings you another selection of vegan exclusives from the top floor of Viva! HQ in Bristol. Just some of what's coming up... VIVA! FESTIVALS. Share the vibes from some of our many vegan and food festivals across the UK this Summer THE ROAD TO WEMBLEY: we talk about the UK's biggest Viva! Festival at Wembley in London. THE MYTH OF 'HUMANE MILK. Listen in as our health campaigner Veronika Powell joins a live radio discussion to debate this issue on the BBC, SAVED BUT THEN TURNED INTO SAUSAGES: hear our Marketing and PR Manager Siobhan Dolan join a national radio discussion about UK'S FIRST VEGAN CINEMA AD: digital fundraiser Sam Ashman talks about our exciting and ambitious silver screen fundraising campaign "", MAKING TRAX: Kris shares one of his favourite tunes from Bristol house music-producer , WRITING WRONGS: UK author and journalist tells us how he used his many years of experience writing about sports and popstars to bring vegan awareness to national newspaper audiences by blending hard facts with powerful journalism. You can hear this podcast via Apple Podcasts, Google Play (in the USA) and lots of other apps and websites. Spread the word! Don't forget to share us on Facebook and Twitter! GET THIS FREE PODCAST AUTOMATICALLY ON THE FIRST DAY OF EVERY MONTH. .
Podcast presenter Kris Townsend flings flings open the windows and fires up the microphone for another UK Summertime episode from the top floor of Viva! HQ in Bristol. In addition to listener-submitted poems and music, he brings you more exclusive selections of vegan news, views and interviews, including: PIG FARM HORROR. Viva! founder Juliet Gellatley goes undercover with her team to expose shocking conditions at an industrial-scale pig farm in Warwickshire . You'll hear audio excerpts from Viva!’s shocking video footage which reveal not only the widespread neglect and abuse of pigs but also the failings of a government and industry to effectively protect the welfare of factory farmed animals in Britain today. Housing 15,000 pigs, it's one of the largest pig farms Viva! has ever seen. Conditions there for pigs are so appalling that Viva! has launched a campaign urging supporters to TAKE ACTION and help them close the farm down. You can see the footage and support the campaign at WHITE LIES AND THE DARK SIDE OF DAIRY. Author and health campaigner Veronika Powell introduces the 'Dairy is Scary' campaign. Find out more at SAVOUR THE SAVER. Vegetarian farmer Jay Wild talks about his decision to send his dairy herd to a sanctuary instead of the slaughterhouse Read his story on the BBC at RHYMES AND REASON. Hear stage-side excerpts from the recent Viva!-sponsored Vegan Campout in Nottinghamshire. Read about the 2018 event at their official site at plus listener voices and more. You can hear this podcast via Apple Podcasts, Google Play (in the USA) and lots of other apps and websites. Spread the word! Don't forget to share us on Facebook and Twitter! GET THIS FREE PODCAST AUTOMATICALLY ON THE FIRST DAY OF EVERY MONTH. .
KRIS TOWNSEND BRINGS YOU ANOTHER SUMMER EPISODE - WITH BLEEPING! From Viva! HQ in Bristol, UK, here's another hour of vegan news, views and interviews including: SOUNDS: meat-free beats from Liverpool vegan band CAMPAIGNS: undercover revelations as we take you behind the scenes of a chicken slaughterhouse with STARS: award-winning activist, humanitarian, presenter and VBites founder tells us why she supports Viva! SPORTS: Kris chats to Leeds Rhinos rugby forward RHYMES: eye-opening clips from videos by vegan activists and MYTHBUSTING: hear Viva! founder Juliet Gellatley break down some common misconceptions about veganism in this interview on BBC Radio 5 Live. and more. We're now available on Google Play as well as iTunes and lots of other places online. Hear our episodes and don't forget to share! GET THIS FREE PODCAST AUTOMATICALLY ON THE FIRST DAY OF EVERY MONTH. .
VIVA'S KRIS TOWNSEND HAS OUR FIRST SUMMER EPISODE FULL OF EXCLUSIVE VEGAN LISTENING. From Bristol UK, the hometown of Viva!, here's another hour's worth of exclusives, packed with vegan news, views and interviews including: RAPS: US vegan rapper Grey talks to us about his "Vegan Thanksgiving" ROLE MODEL: Simone Murphy is the only Scottish contestant to make the final 12 of TV series "Britain's Next Top Model" - and she's a vegan! RADIO: Viva! founder Juliet's recent radio interview about veganism RADIO AGAIN: Director Justin Kerswell debates taxidermy RIDICULOUS: how giving water to a pig on its way to slaughter landed Canadian animal-lover Anita Crank in a Toronto court, and more. We're now available on Google Play as well as iTunes and lots of other places online. Hear our episodes and don't forget to share! GET THIS FREE PODCAST AUTOMATICALLY ON THE FIRST DAY OF EVERY MONTH. .
VIVA'S KRIS TOWNSEND HAS OUR SPRING EPISODE FULL OF EXCLUSIVE VEGAN LISTENING. From Bristol UK, the hometown of Viva! , here's another hour's worth of exclusives, packed with vegan news, views and interviews including: Updates on our "Cracked" campaign, we take you along as we rescue Dotty, the 'loneliest sow in England', talk to festival organiser Victoria Bryceson hear from vegan musician Tally Spear it's Vegan up north as we hang out with the crowds at our Great Northern Vegan Festival we feature a short "Why I'm Vegan" film from filmmaker Guiseppe Federici And you thought cages for hens had been abolished? Viva! goes undercover to show the lives of Britain's laying hens as we update you on our 'Cracked' campaign. (). Dotty the sow is now safe in her forever home. 'The loneliest sow' and her piglets are now in the beautiful Welsh countryside at Dean Farm Animal Sanctuary after being rescued with Viva!. We did it thanks to you! Watch her rescue and read more () We interview London-based vegan musician/singer/songwriter Tally Spear as she launches her latest single "Wrong Side of the Road". The FolkRadio website writes that "Stories organically fitted into chords and melodies, expressing her personal difficulties as well as perceived social and political issues. Raised as a vegan, Tally Spear is a keen animal rights advocate and involves this content in her some of her writing." Find out more at Kris and the Viva! team grabbed some quality time - and some great interviews - as they joined the crowds at the Great Northern Vegan Festival. The festival started in 2013 and was founded by Roddy Hanson, a dedicated and passionate vegan with a drive to show the masses the benefits of a plant based diet. Now in its fourth year, the event has attracted over 4,000 attendees and 200 exhibitors. This year’s festival included a beer festival, a packed schedule of talks and demos as well as a huge range of food stalls selling delicious vegan food. The food stalls were so popular that many sold out, the caterers could hardly keep up with the demand for food! ) Victoria's the Secret Weapon. We talk to our awesome event-organiser Victoria Bryceson, who's responsible for so many amazing events.The Northern Vegan Festival is part of a national series of vegan festivals run by Roddy Hanson who partners with Victoria and Viva! to run the busy schedule of events. Each festival is 100% voluntarily run for charity Miracle's Mission and Viva!. (read this news report about her work and the awards she's received Hear it here, watch it there. We play a clip from University of Manchester student Giuseppe Federici's short video called "Why I'm Vegan - in 90 seconds". Giuseppe made it for his university's Just Fest Film Competition in which entrants create a 90 second video on a social justice issue that matters to them. He writes "Please do your research and then make a decision. Ignorance is a choice". See more on his YouTube channel at We're now available on Google Play as well as iTunes and lots of other places online. Hear our episodes and don't forget to share! GET THIS FREE PODCAST AUTOMATICALLY ON THE FIRST DAY OF EVERY MONTH. .
KRIS TOWNSEND BRINGS YOU OUR 6th EPISODE FULL OF EXCLUSIVE VEGAN LISTENING. Recorded at the start of Spring 2017, here's another hour's worth of vegan news, views and interviews that you won't hear anywhere else. This month's show includes: Music from vegan musician Moby a post-show Q&A from the London premiere of Simon Amstell's vegan mockumentary Guy Harper speaks his first words after a whole month going we reveal some sheep and lambing lies talk Brexit and animal rights and lots more. We're now available on Google Play as well as iTunes and lots of other places online. Hear our episodes and don't forget to share! GET THIS FREE PODCAST AUTOMATICALLY ON THE FIRST DAY OF EVERY MONTH. .
KRIS TOWNSEND BRINGS YOU OUR 5th EPISODE FULL OF EXCLUSIVE VEGAN GOODNESS, INCLUDING: an interview with Melanie Light, director of acclaimed vegan, feminist horror THE HERD. ride along on a pig rescue with Viva! founder Juliet and the Dean Farm Animal Sanctuary. updates on our 30 Day Vegan programme and there's more on our website too. and that's just the start! We're now available on Google Play as well as iTunes and lots of other places online. Hear our episodes and don't forget to share! GET THIS FREE PODCAST AUTOMATICALLY ON THE FIRST DAY OF EVERY MONTH. .
HOST KRIS TOWNSEND BRINGS YOU A NEW EPISODE FULL OF VEGAN STORIES, INCLUDING: How Viva! saved 'Baloo'. Poland's only circus bear is now free, thanks to us. Film-maker and author Tony Wardle talks about Viva!'s work in Poland . Kris meets founder Felesha Papa, the designer behind vegan shoe retailer Collection & Co. Like the sound of their shoes? They look even better. Fancy a Pad Thai? We've more great food ideas. There's more foodie inspiration . ‘Vegan Geezer’ is back (not that he ever went away. How to 'green' your life. This is a start - and the hints keep coming on our . Bristol Animal Save's pig vigils. They're amazingly powerful - and peaceful. They're on the ground and . And more We're now available on Google Play! Don't forget to share! GET THIS FREE PODCAST AUTOMATICALLY ON THE FIRST DAY OF EVERY MONTH. .
PODCAST HOST KRIS TOWNSEND JOINS YOU FOR A NEW EPISODE AS WE START THE NEW YEAR WITH A SHOW PACKED FULL OF VEGAN EXCLUSIVES, INCLUDING: Viva! founder Juliet Gellatley talks in depth from a qualified nutritional perspective about Why You Don’t Need Dairy. She invites you to take a deep breath, sit back and relax. What she has to share may shake a few entrenched beliefs but it’ll be worth it. () Go behind the scenes in our regular ‘Meet The Team’ feature with film-maker and author Tony Wardle. Tony is an associate director of Viva! And also the editor of the Viva! Life magazine, which is why we call him our ‘wordsmith’. Claire Palmer talks about the Viva! ‘Cracked’ campaign and thanks many of the volunteers across the UK who’ve helped spread awareness of the terrible treatment of laying hens. Cracked shares what Viva! Discovered after going undercover to reveal once again the horrors of factory farming, this time for an animal largely forgotten by society. Claire is working on a major Viva! report into British egg farming and she talks to us about some of her findings. Dr Michael Greger, Honorary Scientific Adviser to Viva!, talks about the beneficial qualities of cinammon. His incredible global reputation is built on his founding membership of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine, as well as being a physician, author, and international speaker on nutrition, food safety and public health. Currently, Michael is Director of Public Health and Animal Agriculture at The Humane Society of the United States. Hear it from the audience’s perspective as ‘Vegan Geezer’ demonstrates why his poetry readings pack in the punters. The sound quality isn’t marvellous so we’d recommend turning up the sound even more if you need to. And . Our “Viva! Health” section features our health campaigner Veronika Powell. This time around, she has a lot of amazingly useful information on the benefits of chai seeds. You can And we start the new year with the gifty appeal of our first Viva! Shop product reviews. You can any time. Plus lots more... Everyone at Viva! wishes you a great start to a kind new year. GET THIS FREE PODCAST AUTOMATICALLY ON THE FIRST DAY OF EVERY MONTH. .
In this episode hosted by Viva!’s Kris Townsend: we make our Christmas preparations as the podcast lays out a rich tapestry of exclusive end-of-year listening goodness. In this episode: meet the man behind the world's first vegan football club, Viva! founder Juliet Gellatley talks to The Levellers, face the sad truth about Britain's laying hens, remember that it's definitely not a festive season for turkeys, and hear music from Bristol's Wildflowers. Viva! founder Juliet Gellatley meets Dale Vince, Founder of Ecotricity and chairman of the world’s first vegan football club. Forest Green Rovers, based in the town of Stroud north of Bristol. Kris talks to Brenden Fitzgerald, CEO and founder of Planet Protein, a vegan startup company committed to creating nutritious products that fuel active lifestyles while staying true to the planet. Juliet also gets some quality Green Room time with bassist/guitarist Jeremy Cunningham of The Levellers. The Brighton-based folk /alt rock group are on tour to support the 25th anniversary of their seminal album ‘Levelling The Land’ our Vegan Recipe Club finds a marvellous green smoothie recipe from award-winning TV chef and food author Mark Reinfeld of Vegan Fusion Discover the sad truth about the lives of Britain’s laying hens with excerpts from Viva!’s campaign Our Food and Cookery Coordinator Jane Easton is in this month’s “Meet The Team” chair... Learn about simple and effective activism for kindness using the “” method. Plus music from the Bristol band , and lots more. Everyone at Viva! wishes you and yours a very blessed festive season and a great start to a kind new year. Get this free podcast automatically every month.
Welcome to the first Viva! Radio podcast, hosted by Kris Townsend. (See viva.org.uk/vivaradio) With experts in each field, there's something here for everyone. From animal rights, vegan campaigning, tasty cruelty-free cookery and optimum vegan health. Each episode has the latest news, views and interviews from Viva!, Viva! Health and special guests. We also have delicious recipes from Vegan Recipe Club alongside music, vegan events and product reviews. COMING UP... our exclusive interview with Game of Thrones & Ripper St actor Jerome Flynn. we talk with Viva! founder Juliet Gellatley in the first part of a six-part interview discussing the history of Viva!. our guest chef Bettina Bordi from talks us through how to make a delicious 2 minute, dairy-free chocolate mousse Listen to the toll on our oceans in ‘Out Of Sight, Out Of Mind’ by Viva!Health’s Veronika Powell shares her new findings in ‘The Incredible Vegan Health Report’ Hear an excerpt from a video report by vegan vlogger . Viva! Veganista’s Hannah Kelly Price introduces our weekly, monthly and yearly Viva! Veganista competition that anyone can enter and win! We play 'No Beef', a potential vegan anthem by local musos . Alongside that we have the latest vegan tips, news and views plus advance word of the coming up this November 2016 in Bristol, UK, the home of Viva! Follow Viva! on , and .
Wait for it! A new series of free podcasts from Europe's largest vegan charity... Released on the first day of every month, the first full episode will be available online on World Vegan Day, Tuesday November 1st 2016. It is hosted by Viva!'s and recorded at Viva! 'central' in Bristol, UK. Viva! was founded in 1994 by , who is also the charity’s director. “The most powerful action you can take to end animal suffering, improve your health, protect the environment and bring fairness to the world’s poor is to stop eating meat, dairy and fish. Support us and help Viva! campaign for a better world.” (Juliet Gellatley, Founder & Director of Viva!)