Vegan 101: Recent Episodes
Cora
Are you a newbie to the vegan lifestyle, or thinking of starting your journey? Don't know where to start? Well, don't worry. Vegan 101 is a podcast hosted by Cora, that offers tips and advice to show that veganism is easy and accessible. Need some motivation or inspiration? Then Vegan 101 is the podcast for you. Happy listening!
An argument against veganism that Cora has heard surprisingly quite often is that "plants feel pain." So, in today's episode, Cora will be exploring whether plants are sentient beings and if the suffering of plants and animals is even comparable. Tune in to hear some shocking stats revealed too!
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Why do vegans and non-vegans eat 'fake' or mock meats? Why eat a food that replicates the taste and texture of a dead animal? Cora explores the multitude of reasons why people go vegan and how these 'fake' meat products make veganism accessible for non-vegans. The concept of skeuomorphism is also explored, and how this relates to these meat alternatives, and what we can expect for the future of vegan food.
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In today's episode, Cora will be explaining the differences between vegetarians and vegans, and why going vegan is the only way to eliminate animal suffering. Unfortunately, the dairy and egg industries are not 'happy' like consumers are led to believe, and it could be argued that these industries inflict more pain and suffering than any meat industry.
2022 University of Copenhagen Study: https://healthsciences.ku.dk/newsfaculty-news/2022/09/experts-agree-dairy-cattles-welfare-worse-than-beef-cattle/
Tahini Pasta Bake on Veganuary Website: https://veganuary.com/recipes/broccoli-beans-spaghetti-bake-with-tahini-cheese/
Earthling Ed's Insta Video: https://www.instagram.com/p/Cm7CwSoPQ59/
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TW- eating disorders and disordered eating are discussed in this episode
In today's episode Cora talks about diet culture, posts on social media, and explores whether veganism is a restrictive diet or not.
"Deciding to go vegan was the best decision I ever made... I found clarity and freedom surrounding food, like I could be the best version of myself."
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Valentine's Day is a week away, so in today's episode, Cora will be exploring a variety of love related topics- Sharing her views on dating someone who isn't vegan, setting boundaries, and raising vegan children. Can a vegan/non-vegan relationship work? Tune in to find out.
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Lots of new products have lined the shelves in supermarkets for Veganuary. So, in today's episode, Cora will be reviewing some of these food items, chatting about fast food restaurants, and getting side-tracked and off topic in probably the most chaotic episode to date.
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In today's episode Cora explores all things Veganuary- giving some information about the charity, their resources available and talks about the amount of people who are taking the pledge each year (hint, it's on the rise).
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In this episode, Cora explores the 'life' that turkeys endure to end up on a meat-eater's plate for Christmas dinner, showing the harsh reality that 14 million turkeys face every year in the UK.
Thanksgiving has just passed and Christmas is right around the corner. Unfortunately meat consumption coincides with these celebrations, with many people using the excuse that eating meat is part of tradition and culture. So, being vegan during these celebrations might be quite difficult, especially if you are the only one in your family. So, how do you approach this conversation with your family and friends? In this episode, Cora explores the ways you can make veganism 'easier' in the family environment, and how to educate them so they understand your views and reasons for going vegan.
In today's episode, Cora explores reasons people use for not going vegan. One common excuse heard is "I like the taste." But are personal desires more important than an animal's life? Sensory pleasure for 15 minutes. Is that more important than an animal's life? Just because animals are bred into existence for human consumption, does that make their cruel treatment and inevitable slaughter justifiable? Many thoughts and questions are explored during this episode to leave you thinking about your actions and food choices.
In this episode, Cora shares her views on whether vegans should support non-vegan companies like KFC and McDonald's by buying their vegan options on the menu. Is there any difference between buying products at fast food chains and supermarkets?
Today's episode is all about cholesterol and the ways you can reduce it. Eating more plants and less animal products can improve your cholesterol levels, so why not give it a go?
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5914369/ (review of 49 studies)
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24346473/ (EPIC-Oxford Study)
Can you be 100% vegan in today's society? Is there such thing as a "perfect" vegan? Cora shares her views on these topics, exploring what it means to be a vegan, making mistakes and the 'policing' vegans online.
In today's episode, Cora discusses all things omega 3. Why we need it, what some great plant based sources of omega 3 are, and what the downsides to consuming fish are.
In today's episode, Cora talks about everything fibre. What it is, what some great sources of fibre are, and how to adjust to eating a diet higher in fibre.
The meta-study that looks at fibre intake in different cultures:
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19442166/
Nimai Delgado Podcast featuring Dr. Will Bulsiewicz:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EoEVf2YDz94
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The documentary "Eating Our Way to Extinction" is very informative and eye-opening. It explores several topics, including animal agriculture, the fishing industry and the impact our food choices are having on humans, our health, and the environment. During this episode, Cora explores some of these topics and shares her own thoughts on this documentary.
Today's episode is all about the mineral calcium. Did you know that dairy is not the only source of calcium? In fact there are numerous plant based foods that contain this vital mineral. So stay tuned to find out why calcium is so important for our health and how you can ensure you are consuming enough of it.
In today's episode, Cora will be talking about iron- what it is and why we need it, as well as suggesting some foods that are great sources of this vital mineral. Tune in to find out what you can do to help your body to absorb iron.
"The world would be a much kinder place if more people knew about the concept of ahimsa and applied it in their everyday lives."
Don't know what ahimsa is? Then listen in to find out. This episode explores the concept and how it relates to veganism, with Cora suggesting some ways to express and implement this belief.
"What do vegans even eat?" and "Vegans only eat vegetables" are comments that Cora has frequently received. So, this episode is about showing that vegans can eat everything that non-vegans eat, just minus the animal exploitation. Burgers, pizza, doughnuts, cake- anything and everything. Veganism is not about restriction, sacrifice or compromise. Tune in to find out how veganism can be even more experimental and expansive than an omnivorous diet.
Honey is a bit of a controversial food amongst vegans- some eat it, some don't. In this episode, Cora talks about the exploitation that takes place within the honey industry, as well as the environmental disruption that the mass breeding of honeybees causes. There are so many alternatives to honey, so is it really necessary to consume it?
"It can be argued that the dairy industry is more horrific than the meat industry."
During this episode, Cora uncovers what really takes place on dairy farms, showing that the "fun" and "happy" portrayal of the dairy industry in the media is far from the truth.
"Why don't you eat eggs? It's not like the chickens are killed for us to have them."
Many people have no idea what takes place within the egg industry, so this episode is all about uncovering the truth and showing what really happens behind closed doors. Are free-range eggs really free-range?
In this eye-opening episode, Cora talks about the impact of soy production on the environment, including the deforestation in the Amazon rainforest, loss of biodiversity, and increase in greenhouse gas emissions. But, is veganism to blame? Or, is it the increasing demand for meat and animal products that's driving the soy production? Have a listen and find out.
Soy is a great health food, but unfortunately so much misinformation surrounding this legume has materialised in recent years. Cora debunks three myths about soy in this episode, showing that it doesn't give women breast cancer, it doesn't "feminise" men, and it does not affect thyroid function. So, go and eat that tofu!!
Links to studies/videos/references (in the order they are mentioned in the episode):
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23725149/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5_UdM0RedwI&ab_channel=MictheVegan
https://www.fertstert.org/article/S0015-0282(09)00966-2/fulltext
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29722584/
https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/10408398.2021.1895054
"I've been vegan for a year and 9 months and I just can't imagine not being vegan. I love it and it's part of my identity now."
This episode is about Cora's journey from eating meat, to vegetarianism and finally veganism. Cora talks about the ups and downs, learning experiences and reasoning behind her lifestyle choices.
Ever wondered what vitamin B12 is and why you need it? Not sure how to get it? In this short podcast episode, Cora answers all of your questions surrounding this vital vitamin.
What is protein? How much do I need? And how on earth do vegans get it?!
Cora explores these topics in this third episode, as well as sharing some of her favourite high protein go-to meals.
If you are a vegan on a budget, or perhaps you want to be a vegan but think it's expensive, then this episode is for you. Cora explores ways to bring your shopping bills down, showing you that veganism can be cheap AND delicious. No need to miss out on the 'luxury' items either.
In this episode, Cora offers tips and advice to help you start your journey as a vegan, making the transition as easy, smooth and fun as possible.