No-Bullsh!t Vegan
This podcast provides myth-busting, evidence-based advice for health and fitness on a vegan diet. It encourages critical thinking and uses scientific truths rather than misinformation. Expert guests share knowledge grounded in science. The host, vegan fitness coach and author Karina Inkster, helps listeners focus on effective ways to improve their health and fitness.
Episodes
NBSV 229: Coaches' Corner with Kaylin Foisy: Chronic illness, coaching, and cupcakes
Kaylin Foisy has been part of the K.I. team for five years — podcast production, social media, and now stepping into a bigger coaching role. In this Coaches' Corner chat, we get into Coach Kaylin's 20-year vegan journey (which started with ethics at age twelve, long before she'd heard the word "vegan"), what it's actually like coaching clients online versus in person, and how a chronic illness di
NBSV 228: Nabaasa Innocent on building the first vegan society in Uganda
Growing up in a farming community in Southwestern Uganda eventually led Nabaasa Innocent to animal welfare work, and to organizing the country's first vegan festival. Founder of Uganda Vegan Society (now transitioning into Humane Shift Alliance Africa) and senior co-manager of Thrive Africa at Thrive Philanthropy, Nabaasa joins me to talk about why veganism gets dismissed as "a Western concept" in
NBSV 227: Rare steak to whole-food plant-based: Skepticism, longevity, and running a vegan cafe, with Dr. Phil Narini
Dr. Phil Narini spent decades hunting, fishing, and eating meat-centric Italian home cooking before a single lecture on fish and mercury changed his and his wife's eating habits overnight — no cravings, no willpower. Fifteen years later, he's a reconstructive plastic surgeon who insists he's not a nutrition expert (and thinks you should be suspicious of anyone who claims to be), co-founder of a wh
NBSV 226: Pull-ups, protein, and the myth of the apolitical gym, with andrea bennett
Gym culture likes to pretend it's apolitical: just protein, PRs, and personal responsibility. My guest this week isn't buying it. andrea bennett is a senior editor at The Tyee and the author of several books, including Hearty: On Cooking, Eating, and Growing Food for Pleasure and Subsistence, which won a Taste Canada Gold Award. andrea also happens to be my open water swim buddy of several years,
NBSV 225: Eat more plants, celebrate imperfection: Molly Patrick on ditching diet culture for good
Co-founder of Clean Food Dirty Girl and certified life coach, Molly Patrick, joins me to talk about why knowing *what* to eat is only half the battle. We dig into the mindset work behind lasting behaviour change, why abundance — not restriction — is the real engine of sustainable eating, and how dismantling shame-based diet culture is just as important as knowing what to put on your plate. Molly a
You're invited to my 40th birthday online taco party!
I'm turning 40 in a few days, so (obviously) I'm hosting an online taco party Hope to see you there! Cook along with me, or just watch and hang out. We'll do a book giveaway, Q&A, and share vegan intel with likeminded folks. Join me on Wednesday, June 17 at 5pm Pacific / 8pm Eastern. It's free, it's going to be a super-fun community event, and I'd love to celebrate with you. Grab your
NBSV 224: Veganism, fashion, food, and sustainability in Ghana with Nana-Serwa Mancell
Five years after her first appearance on the show, Nana-Serwa Mancell returns to share her journey from running a vegan African food business in Dubai to building a sustainability-focused retreat and community space in Ghana. We discuss West African vegan food traditions, overlooked plant protein sources, ethical tourism, sustainable fashion, environmental challenges in Ghana, and why she believes
Turning 40 and launching a Patreon!
I'm announcing the brand-new Patreon for the No-Bullsh!t Vegan podcast and giving you a peek at what's inside. Check it out at patreon.com/noBSvegan! If the podcast has helped you feel stronger, more informed, more connected, or more confident in your vegan life, this is one way to help keep it growing, while getting some fun (and possibly unhinged) bonus content and behind-the-scenes access along
NBSV 223: Dr. Michael Klaper's mission to change medical education
After going vegan in 1981, Dr. Michael Klaper has spent decades helping patients use food to reverse chronic disease. He's now focused on a new mission: changing medical education from the inside out. We talk about his transition to veganism in the early 1980s, the moment he realized food was at the root of many chronic diseases, and why most doctors still receive shockingly little nutrition educ
NBSV 222: Paul Erlandson on ethical veganism and running an animal sanctuary
What does it mean to treat veganism not just as an identity, but as a practice? I'm joined by Paul Erlandson, co-founder of Rivendell Sanctuary, for a conversation about animal sanctuaries, ethical veganism, mindfulness, and the relationships we build with farmed animals when we actually get to know them as individuals. Paul shares the story of how he and his wife started their sanctuary from scra
NBSV 221: It's never too late to get strong (even in your 70s), with Jane Thurnell-Read
Strength training in later life might be one of the most important things you can do for your health. Jane Thurnell-Read—vegan, author, activist, and 78-year-old strength athlete—joins me to share how she went from thinking she was "too old for the gym" to deadlifting 160 pounds and getting stronger every year. We get into what actually changes when you start lifting later in life, why it's never
NBSV 220: Out of Sight: Inside animal agriculture, and Gail Eisnitz's survival story
Gail Eisnitz, chief investigator for the Humane Farming Association and author of Out of Sight, shares what it's really like to spend decades documenting animal cruelty inside slaughterhouses and factory farms, and why she chose to tell her story as a memoir. We talk about how her work led her to become vegan, what she's witnessed behind the scenes in the meat industry, and the frustrating reality
NBSV 219: Cycling 30,000 km for the planet: plant-based athletes Leanna Carriere and Dr. Timm Döbert
Leanna Carriere and Dr. Timm Döbert are preparing to cycle 30,000 km from Alaska to Chile as part of their Wings of Survival project, following migratory birds and raising awareness about biodiversity and climate. We talk about how they fuel extreme endurance—like cycling 150 km a day and eating up to 10,000 calories—entirely on a vegan diet. We also dig into the environmental side: land use, why
NBSV 218: Javant Benton on whole-food vegan eating, fibre, and long-term health
Javant joins me to talk about his journey to veganism, which began with a major health scare and evolved over many years into a fully vegan lifestyle. We discuss how he moved from trying different diets to embracing whole-food plant-based eating, and how that shift eventually expanded beyond health to include empathy for animals and compassion for people who aren't vegan. Javant also shares detail
NBSV 217: Vegan fitness myths busted — strength training, creatine, and cardio (Coaches' Corner with Karina and Zoe)
Coach Zoe and I are back for a Coaches' Corner episode, answering the questions we didn't get to during our recent live No-B.S. Reset panel event. We dig into some of the most common (and most frustrating) myths we see in the fitness and nutrition space, especially around strength training, supplements, and social-media "advice." If you're new to lifting, feeling overwhelmed by conflicting inform
NBSV 216: Vegan myth-busting power round (dietitian, doctor, agrologist, fitness coach)
What happens when a doctor, a registered dietitian, an agrologist, and a fitness coach sit down to answer real audience questions? Find out in this episode. In this follow-up to our live No-B.S. Reset panel event, we tackle the questions we didn't have time to answer on Zoom, covering everything from vegan nutrition myths to food system misconceptions. You'll hear evidence-based, practical answers
NBSV 215: 2 million steps in 30 days, and the power of community health — with Kwame Terra
What if getting healthier didn't require more willpower, more tracking, or more "optimizing"… but less? Kwame Terra and I dig into what the world's longest-living communities actually do differently — and spoiler: it's not VO2 max tests, cold plunges, or biohacking spreadsheets. It's walking, connection, and movement that's baked into daily life. Kwame shares how he's building community-based fitn
NBSV 214: Life is an improvisation: Bob Wiseman on music, mortality, and veganism
5-time Juno Award winner and founding member of Blue Rodeo Bob Wiseman joins me for a wide-ranging, thoughtful conversation about music, aging, and what it actually looks like to live vegan for decades—long before it was mainstream or convenient. Bob and I talk about his early days with macrobiotics and touring as a long-term vegan, why grocery stores matter more than restaurants on the road, and
NBSV 213: Longevity, wearables, and identity-based habits with Coach Mike Howard
Mike Howard is back on the podcast! We start with a proper catch-up: his retreats, my TEDx prep, and the reality of juggling health goals alongside real life. From there, we dive into what's been taking over the wellness section of the internet lately: longevity, biohacking, and the obsession with tracking everything. We talk about why the basics are still the basics (sleep, strength training, pro
NBSV 212: Vystopia: the anguish of being vegan in a non-vegan world, with psychologist and author Clare Mann
Vystopia is the profound anguish many ethical vegans experience when living in a non-vegan world. Clare Mann explains why this response is normal rather than pathological, how the burden of knowing affects mental health, and why vegans are often misunderstood by families, professionals, and society at large. We explore compassion fatigue, burnout, and practical ways to stay grounded, resilient, an
NBSV 211: Strength at 72 — Vegan powerlifting nun Pat Farrell and Coach Katya Gorbacheva
At 72, Pat Farrell is turning heads in the powerlifting world. Pat is a Dominican sister, a longtime advocate for social justice, and a dedicated vegan who has recently taken the strength community by storm. She joins me to share her journey into competitive powerlifting, her rapid progress in training, and what it feels like to become known as the vegan powerlifting nun in mainstream news. Pat is
NBSV 210: Minimal time, maximum strength — Coach Matt Taylor on training that fits your life
In this episode, I'm joined by strength coach Matt Taylor to talk about what it really takes to get stronger when life is busy. We dig into the concept of bare-ass minimums: the essential actions that keep you progressing even during chaotic weeks—and how to build a training routine that fits into real life. Matt shares how he coaches lifters to make meaningful gains in under five hours a week, wh
NBSV 209: What a fish knows (and feels) — animal sentience and vegan ethics with Jonathan Balcombe
Biologist and bestselling author Dr. Jonathan Balcombe joins me to discuss fish sentience, the surprising intelligence of fishes, and what science reveals about how they think and feel. Jonathan holds a PhD in ethology, the study of animal behaviour, and has dedicated his career to understanding and communicating the inner lives of animals. He's the author of five popular science books and has pub
NBSV 208: Matthew C. Halteman on the joyful case for going vegan
Veganism isn't about saying no; it's about saying yes. Philosophy professor and author Matthew C. Halteman joins me to make the joyful case for going vegan. It's an invitation to live in alignment with your values — and eat ridiculously good food while you're at it. We dig into why most people already want a more vegan world (even if they don't call themselves vegan yet), how to move from guilt an
NBSV 207: Multisport coach Saskia Bjornson on vegan endurance, open-water confidence, and beginner-friendly triathlons
Vegan triathlete and coach Saskia Bjornson joins me to talk about endurance on plants, building confidence in open water, and why her sold-out beginner triathlon is changing the game. We dive into the power of food as a gateway to change, how to tackle fear and anxiety in sport, and what it means to make endurance events inclusive, low-waste, and fully vegan. Whether you're curious about your firs
NBSV 206: Busting fitness & menopause myths with Christopher Barker
Coach and clinical nutritionist Christopher Barker (author of Mansplaining the Menopause) is here for a no-B.S. tour through female health, strength, and longevity. We tackle the most persistent menopause myths (including HRT fears), what habits *actually* affect body composition, RED-S and under-fuelling, sane protein targets on a plant-based diet, and performance vs aesthetics. We also chat GLP-
NBSV 205: Muscles, myths, and macros: A no-B.S. guide to vegan strength training
What really matters for getting stronger on a vegan diet? Spoiler: it's not spending hours on cardio or obsessing over tiny details. In this episode, I break down the 4-part health and body composition hierarchy we use with our coaching clients. It's a simple pyramid that shows where to focus your energy for the biggest results. You'll learn why nutrition is the foundation of strength, how to use
NBSV 204: Athlete. Advocate. Changemaker. Candace Burton on building a global plant-based future
From rowing as part of the first all-Black women's 8 at the world's largest regatta, to helping steer over $8 million in grants that fuel plant-based change, Candace brings the same grit from the boat to her work in philanthropy. We dive into her journey to veganism while training as an athlete, the lessons she's carried from sports into leadership, and how Thrive Philanthropy is funding a just, g
NBSV 203: Author Anne Broyles on empowering kids to tackle climate change with veganism
We discuss Anne's new children's book, Eating to Save the Planet: How Veganism Helps Fight Climate Change. We also explore how Anne's Cherokee heritage and commitment to diversity shape her writing, why kids need books that act as "windows and mirrors," and how young readers (and the rest of us) can take climate action through our food choices. From sobering stats to inspiring stories, this episod
NBSV 202: Iain Tolhurst on how the world's first stock-free farm grows 120 tons of food annually with zero animal inputs
Iain Tolhurst is a pioneer of stock-free organic farming who's been growing vegetables for nearly 40 years without a single animal input. No manure, no bone meal, no grazing animals—just thriving soil, rich biodiversity, and 120 tons of vegetables per year. You'll learn how this groundbreaking system works, why it's more climate-resilient than conventional or even organic farming, and what it mean
NBSV 201: John Sanbonmatsu on The Omnivore's Deception — the myth of ethical meat
Is "ethical meat" just a comforting bedtime story for omnivores? Philosopher and author John Sanbonmatsu joins me to unpack the myths that keep animal exploitation hidden in plain sight — from the illusion of "humane" farming to the deep cultural stories we tell ourselves to feel morally innocent. Drawing from his new book The Omnivore's Deception, John explores why confronting speciesism, and th
NBSV 200: Live from my studio—chats with listeners, team call-ins, and kitten shenanigans
For the first time ever, The No-Bullsh!t Vegan Podcast goes LIVE! Join me in my Powell River recording studio (with a tiny kitten desperately trying to break in) as we celebrate 200 episodes of myth-busting, strength-building, and plant-powered badassery. I'm joined by amazing listeners, clients, and members of the K.I. team for an unscripted, community-powered conversation. We chat about vegan st
NBSV 199: More than a diet — The psychological shifts of vegan living with Dr. Angela Crawford
What happens when going vegan transforms more than just your plate? In this episode, I'm joined by psychologist and author Dr. Angela Crawford to explore the emotional, psychological, and even spiritual shifts that often come with the vegan journey. We talk about the myth of deprivation, the reality of abundance, and the inner alignment that comes from living according to your values. We also dig
NBSV 198: Thom Norman on ending factory farming through evidence-based giving
I speak with Thom Norman, co-founder of FarmKind, a nonprofit organization working to end factory farming through evidence-based giving. Thom shares his personal journey to veganism and why he left a legal career in nuclear energy policy to pursue systemic change for animals. He discusses the unique approach FarmKind takes in identifying and supporting high-impact charities, how donations can riva
NBSV 197: Coach K's strategy sessions vol. 4 — Muscle recovery, high-protein foods, meal prep, and outsmarting our own brains
In this final volume of my free strategy call series, you'll listen in on two coaching sessions packed with plant-based problem solving, strength training tweaks, and behaviour hacks. Anna wants to build muscle alongside MMA and dance without being sore for days, while Rebecca's focused on navigating menopause, portion sizes, and protein goals (with a side of DIY vegan high-protein ice cream). We
NBSV 196: Fitness, veganism, and social justice: why politics belong in plant-based health
I dive into why fitness and veganism aren't just personal choices—they're political whether we realize it or not. Based on a recent article I wrote, I'm exploring how things like race, class, and ability shape who gets access to fitness and plant-based foods, and why pretending otherwise is itself a political act. This episode was sparked by a podcast review I received telling me I should keep soc
NBSV 195: Environmental benefits of plant-based agriculture with agrologist Cory Davis
Agrologist Cory Davis joins me to unpack the environmental toll of animal agriculture—and the enormous potential of plant-based food systems to reduce emissions, reclaim land, and restore ecosystems. Cory brings a systems-level perspective that blends science, ethics, and practical solutions. He also does some serious myth-busting about "sustainable" local meat and "regenerative grazing". Whether
NBSV 194: Renowned dietitian Brenda Davis on powering health with plants
I'm joined by renowned registered dietitian and plant-based pioneer, Brenda Davis. With decades of experience and 13 books to her name, Brenda shares powerful insights on fine-tuning plant-based diets for every stage of life, and using nutrition to prevent and treat chronic conditions like type 2 diabetes and heart disease. We explore the role of processed foods and faux meats in a healthy diet, a
NBSV 193: How much protein do you really need? A deep dive with Vesanto Melina
Registered dietitian and award-winning author Vesanto Melina returns to dive deep into all things vegan protein. With decades of experience in plant-based nutrition, Vesanto shares insights from her latest book, Plant-Powered Protein, debunking common myths about protein intake and addressing how different populations—from strength trainers to older adults—can optimize their nutrition. We discuss
NBSV 192: Kettlebell training for every body with Coach Damali Fraiser
Kettlebell training should be for every body. Coach Damali—kettlebell expert, speaker, and owner of Lift Off Strength & Wellness—joins me to challenge diet culture in the fitness space and share how to make kettlebell coaching more inclusive. She breaks down what it means to approach training from a size-inclusive, trauma-informed, and judgement-free perspective, rethinks the use of props in kettl
NBSV 191: Actor, playwright, director, and public speaking coach Lynn Aliya shares her vegan journey
If you looked up "powerhouse" in the dictionary, you'd find a picture of Lynn Aliya. This multi-talented dynamo is an award-winning actor, playwright, director, public speaking coach, country radio broadcaster, and now—author of a brand-new book! In this episode, Lynn shares her vegan journey, discusses her latest book, and (drumroll, please) announces a brand new TV show for the first time ever!
NBSV 190: Coach K's strategy sessions vol. 3 — metabolism, macros, calories, and strength training for endurance sports
About once a year, I open up my schedule to between 20 and 30 awesome folks on my email list. Each person gets a free strategy session, where they can chat about whatever they'd like! Creating an effective workout plan, brainstorming vegan meal prep, calculating protein requirements, plotting vegan world domination… anything goes! In today's instalment of strategy session episodes, I first speak w
NBSV 189: Strength coach Meghan Callaway on training with (and bouncing back from) injuries
Time for a catch-up with strength coach extraordinaire and overall powerhouse Meghan Callaway! Cat news! Injury and recovery news (from both Meghan and me)! Business news! We cover it all. Meghan Callaway is a coach with 21 years of experience, a life-long athlete, and an animal lover. Her Ultimate Pull-Ups program has been featured in the New York Times, and has been followed by thousands of peo
NBSV 188: Chef Supreme Dow on how he set a Guinness World Record serving 1,008 vegan meals in 37 minutes, and his work serving LA's unhoused community
1,008 vegan meals in 37 minutes: could you swing it? Chef Supreme Dow is one person who certainly can! Chef Supreme Dow is a former celebrity chef, who left the glitz and glamour to fulfill his mission to tackle food security in the unhoused community in LA. His 10K Meals Across LA initiative aims to serve 100,000 vegan meals to the unhoused in LA over the next decade through his non-profit, The
NBSV 187: Coach K's strategy sessions vol. 2 — staying consistent, and making the most of our workout time
About once a year, I open my schedule to 30 awesome folks on my email list for coaching calls. Each person gets a free 20-minute strategy session, where they can chat about whatever they'd like! Creating an effective workout plan, brainstorming vegan meal prep, calculating protein requirements, plotting vegan world domination… anything goes! In this second instalment of strategy session episodes,
NBSV 186: Coach and gym owner Izzy Jacobus on running vegan businesses, his past as a pro musician, and poking trolls online
Izzy and I have been Facebook friends for years, but have never had a face-to-face chat…until now. Listen in as we talk about our respective musical backgrounds, working with clients, the role of AI in fitness, and running various types of vegan businesses. Izzy Jacobus is a personal trainer with a certification from the National Academy of Sports Medicine and nutrition coach with certifications f
NBSV 185: Coach K's strategy sessions vol. 1 — strength training and calculating protein requirements
About once a year, I open my schedule to 30 awesome folks on my email list for free coaching calls. Each person gets a free 20-minute strategy session, where they can chat about whatever they'd like! Creating an effective workout plan, brainstorming vegan meal prep, calculating protein requirements, plotting vegan world domination… anything goes! Today, I'm sharing two of these calls on the podcas
NBSV 184: Kathleen Gage on growing a vegan business, thriving as a septuagenarian, and rescuing animals
Business consultant and overall vegan powerhouse Kathleen Gage is on the show today to discuss becoming vegan, thriving as a septuagenerian, and growing a vegan business. Kathleen is a seasoned business consultant with over 30 years of experience, a dedicated vegan, and a passionate advocate for compassionate living. Based in rural Oregon, Kathleen not only leads a thriving business but also rescu
NBSV 183: Coach K and Coach Zoe on veganism, our own training, and 4 problems in the fitness industry right now
Coach Zoe and I get together for a "Coaches' Corner" discussion about 4 problems in the fitness industry at the moment (and what to do about them!), and many other topics. Coach Zoe is a fitness coach and marketing and community engagement professional. Her athletic background spans a wide range of endeavours, including three professional boxing matches, half-marathons, Muay Thai, multi-day endura
NBSV 182: Catching up with vegan powerlifter Daniel Austin — adapting our training as we age, his new audiobook, and more
Time for a catch-up chat with vegan powerlifter Daniel Austin! He joins me to discuss approaches to vegan advocacy, adapting our training and diet as we age, his history in powerlifting, the new audiobook version of The Way of the Vegan Meathead, and what he's been up to in the 6 years since we last spoke on the show. Daniel's been vegan since 2005, and powerlifting competitively since 2015. He
NBSV 181: Erika Hazel (a.k.a. The Bizerkeley Vegan) on running the biggest vegan food festival in Northern California, and making veganism enjoyable for everyone
This episode covers it all: running a large-scale vegan food festival, Erika's vegan story, growing and supporting vegan businesses, and de-stigmatizing veganism. Erika Hazel is a nationally recognized vegan businesswoman, recipe creator, magazine contributor and philanthropist. As a vegan food expert, Erika is always discovering the best vegan cuisine to share with her family and social media fol
NBSV 180: Colleen Patrick-Goudreau on the power of language when we talk about veganism
Colleen Patrick-Goudreau joins me to discuss the power of language and identity when talking about veganism, the importance of authenticity and compassion, and the role of metrics and self-critique in vegan advocacy. Affectionately known as the joyful vegan, Colleen is a recognized expert and thought leader on the culinary, social, ethical, and practical aspects of living compassionately and healt
NBSV 179: Nine vegan travel tips from Brighde Reed of World Vegan Travel
One of the most common excuses I hear from folks who aren't completely vegan yet is, "It's way too difficult to travel as a vegan!" Well, here's the only B.S.-busting, info-packed episode you need if you're a vegan interested in travelling the world. Brighde Reed is one of the founders of World Vegan Travel, a company dedicated to creating luxurious, immersive group travel experiences for vegans a
NBSV 178: Champion vegan bodybuilder Geoff Palmer busts omega myths and discusses meat and masculinity
We're often told to take omega-3 supplements, especially as vegans. And non-vegans are often told to take fish oil. But are these recommendations backed by peer-reviewed science? Geoff Palmer is here to do some serious myth-busting. We also delve into meat and masculinity: why are they often linked in our society? How can we get more men on board with veganism? Geoff Palmer is a 61-year-strong, 39
NBSV 177: Sandra Nomoto on 4 ways the animal agriculture industry misleads the public about the healthiness of meat, dairy, and eggs
Expert marketer Sandra Nomoto speaks with me about the animal agriculture industry's marketing tactics. Specifically: four ways they've misled the public. These include discrediting research on plant-based diets that showed health benefits, specific marketing campaigns, fear-mongering about vegan diets, and online astroturfing. Sandra Nomoto is an award-winning ethical marketer for cruelty-free b
NBSV 176: Vegan powerlifter Katya Gorbacheva on strength training, challenging societal body ideals, our protein requirements, and more
Katya Gorbacheva is one of the strongest vegans in the world. She is an elite powerlifter with a total of 1025 lbs at 165 lbs body weight and 453 DOTs (ratio of weight lifted to body weight). She shares her own vegan story, and how to get enough protein as a vegan strength athlete. We also discuss societal ideals of what women are "supposed" to look like or how they're "supposed" to act, especiall
NBSV 175: Robert Cheeke on his upcoming book, effective forms of animal advocacy, and using our strengths to help animals
Why do the most effective forms of animal advocacy often involve letting go of our personal biases? How can we understand our strengths, and use them to help animals? What are the most impactful animal charity organizations and how can we best support them? Robert Cheeke joins me to discuss these topics, and more — all featured in his upcoming book. Robert grew up on a farm in Corvallis, Oregon
NBSV 174: K.I. team member Izzy Katz on nailing chin-ups, and how she's stayed consistent with strength training for almost a decade
What's it like to train for a major strength goal for 1.5 years and nail it? How can we stay consistent with our training even when we don't feel "motivated"? What lessons can we learn from almost a decade of consistent workouts? K.I. Health & Fitness team member Izzy Katz is here to talk about all this, and more! (Included cats, of course.) Izzy is a Main Street Vegan Academy Certified Master Veg
NBSV 173: Computational scientist and ultramarathoner Jeyashree Krishnan on critical thinking, veganism, and making sense of conflicting diet info
Why is critical thinking important in choosing one's diet? Why (and how) are lifestyle and diet choices not binary? How do we make sense of all the conflicting diet information online? My guest joins me to discuss all this, and more. Dr. Jeyashree Krishnan is a computational scientist and data science consultant with a personal passion for ultramarathons and plant-based cooking. Jeyashree lives in
NBSV 172: Dr. Anelyse Weiler on workers' rights, environmental health, veganism, and how we can fight for a more livable world
How do social inequalities and environmental problems converge? How can we find opportunities for solidarity with food and farm workers as part of ethical veganism? What role have industry and governments played in expanding ag-gag legislation? Why should vegans strength train? I discuss these topics and more with my guest, Dr. Anelyse Weiler. Anelyse is an Assistant Professor of Sociology at th
NBSV 171: Jeremy LaLonde, filmmaker and creator of PB With J, on his health journey (including losing half his body weight), exploring in the kitchen, and maintaining health habits
Jeremy LaLonde is an award-winning filmmaker who lost half his body weight by going plant-based and decided to use his story and insights to help others by creating the website and YouTube channel PB with J (Plant-Based with Jeremy). With his own recipes, reviews of vegan cookbooks, as well as fun and informative videos and interviews, Jeremy and his family look to make being healthy not feel like
NBSV 170: Dr. Monica Bhatia on founding a protein-forward bread company, why you might be underestimating your protein needs, and moving from vegetarian to vegan
Do we need to worry about "complete" proteins? Why might some people be underestimating their protein needs? How did nutrition challenges during pregnancy lead Monica to start a company? What happens when Coach K asks tough questions about moving from vegetarian to vegan? Get these questions (and more) answered in this episode. Dr. Monica Bhatia is the co-founder and co-CEO of EQUII. She's a biot
NBSV 169: Dr. Esther Zeledón discusses veganism, setting goals, cultivating a positive mindset, creating habits, and more
Join me for a perhaps-surprisingly-no-B.S. discussion about purpose, goal-setting, and moving forward in our lives. What does "purpose" mean in the first place? How can we cultivate it? Hear the story of how Dr. Zeledón almost died at the age of 2, what happened when her father bought a lottery ticket, and how this experience affected her later in life. Dr. Esther Zeledón specializes in turning
NBSV 168: Radhi Devlukia on mindful and intuitive eating practices, and her new cookbook
Radhi Devlukia is a plant-based cook, recipe developer, mission-driven entrepreneur, and co-founder of Juni Tea. Her debut cookbook "JoyFull" comes out in February 2024. We discuss mindful cooking and eating practices, and what "intuitive eating" means. Born and raised in the UK, the rich traditions of her Indian culture played a significant role in shaping Radhi's path towards wellness from an ea
NBSV 167: Coach K answers 19 listener questions on veganism, fitness, habits, accordion, and much more
Time for an Ask Me Anything episode! Topics range from creating healthy habits and staying motivated, to strength training strategies and asserting oneself at the gym, to my morning routine and how I got into playing didgeridoo. I (Karina Inkster, a.k.a. Coach K) am your humble podcast host, author of five books, and 21-year vegan. I'm the founder of K.I. Health & Fitness, where I and my team lead
NBSV 166: Film and TV actor Paloma Kwiatkowski on veganism, entering the health and wellness field, and moving to a small town
When I heard that a new vegan athlete (and a film and TV actor, at that!) moved to my small town, I knew I had to have her on the show. And I haven't even run into her at the grocery store yet! Paloma Kwiatkowski is a professional actor with over a decade of experience in the film and TV industry, an avid trail-runner turned personal trainer, and a vegan with an unwavering passion for cooking and
NBSV 165: Rey Ortega founded one of the first vegan cookie brands in the '90s. He discusses 30 years in the plant-based sector, and large corporations jumping on the vegan bandwagon
My guest today is a pioneer in the plant-based sector with over 30 years of experience. In 1994, Rey founded the Alternative Baking Company, one of the first vegan cookie brands on the market, which generated $1 million in sales in 1995. In 1997, he founded Sun Flour Baking Co. to create new flavours, tastes, textures, and nutrition products with a longer shelf life and higher profit margins. Sun
NBSV 164: Vicky Bond, president of The Humane League, on the myth of "happy hens" in modern farming
We hear it all the time: "I eat eggs only from free-range chickens", or "It's OK, it's a cage-free chicken". Vicky Bond, President of The Humane League, is here to bust the myth of "happy hens" in modern farming. She also discusses the myth that the best way to improve the welfare of farmed animals is to convince everyone to stop using animal products altogether. (Technically it *is*, but it isn't
NBSV 163: Executive director of Vegan Outreach, Jack Norris, on the nonprofit's vegan campaigns
We often refer to them as 'legends', otherwise known as folks who have been vegan for more than twenty years. Case in point: Jack Norris. Jack, who's been vegan since 1988, is the executive director of Vegan Outreach, an animal protection nonprofit promoting vegan eating through their 10 Weeks to Vegan program in over 50 countries. Jack has been a registered dietitian since 2001 and maintains the
NBSV 162: TV host, author, and chef Carolyn Scott on vegan travel (including to the North Pole!)
Carolyn Scott has travelled to the North Pole as a vegan, and hosts the only vegan TV show on a mainstream travel network. She's on the podcast to bust three myths for us: that being Latinx makes it hard to be vegan, that it's difficult to be vegan while travelling, and that healthy vegan food is boring and flavourless. Cookbook author, media spokesperson, holistic nutritionist, plant-base
NBSV 161: 111-time Ironman Todd Crandell of Racing For Recovery on addiction recovery and veganism
Ironman triathlete Todd Crandell speaks with me about his organization, his own addiction recovery, parallels between approaches to veganism and addiction recovery, and much more. Todd is a 111-time Ironman event finisher, 4-time author, vegan since 2016, documentary subject, dad, and founder of Racing for Recovery, which has been featured on CNN, ESPN, the New York Times, and Runner's World Magaz
NBSV 160: Chef Karen McAthy discusses fear of and misinformation about "processed" and novel foods
Black-and-white thinking is rampant in the fitness and nutrition industries. Within the vegan community, it often centres around ethical vs. unethical, or healthy vs. unhealthy. This prevents more nuanced discussion. There seems to be growing pushback against some plant-based product innovations around being "too processed" or "too unhealthy", and there's a lot of fear-mongering around certain ing
NBSV 159: Next Level Burger CEO Matt de Gruyter on founding America's first plant-based burger joint
When we discuss the realms of veganism and plant-based eating, we can all come to the table around a common thread: food. Food builds relationships, connection, and community. Case in point: Matt de Gruyter. Matt is the co-founder and CEO of Next Level Burger, America's first 100 percent plant-based burger joint that serves up vegan burgers for a better world in 10 locations coast to coast. Since
NBSV 158: Nancy Wehnert on how her approach to leadership coaching connects with veganism
As an ethical stance, we're familiar with veganism, its tenets, and how it translates to our daily lives. Outside of that, you'd be surprised to learn about the many points with which veganism intersects, and today we're exploring one: the relationship between veganism, and leadership. Leadership coach Nancy Wehnert is on the show to discuss her approach to leadership, and how that connects to veg
NBSV 157: Ex sheep farmer, now vegan JH Burnett shares his powerful story
Sheep farmer-turned-vegan JH Burnett speaks with me about his experiences in animal agriculture, his vegan transition, and more. This is one of the most raw conversations that's been aired on the podcast thus far, so I'm really grateful to JH for sharing his story. JH is a former sheep farmer and breeder in the dairy industry who, after the atrocities he witnessed in these industries, turn
NBSV 156: Drs. Alona Pulde and Matt Lederman on their 9 pillars of health, and their new book
Why are doctors talking about connection? What is connection medicine and is connection just a "nice-to-have" or does it really impact your physical health and disease outcomes? My guests today, Drs. Alona Pulde and Matthew Lederman, combined conventional Western medicine, Chinese medicine, Lifestyle medicine, Nonviolent Communication, Polyvagal Theory, and Trauma-Informed, Somatic Principles & Pa
NBSV 155: Cynthia Owen on making veganism mainstream, business grants, and her coaching practice
Where are the places where veganism, plant-based living, and business practices intersect? We have found some, and we're here to share the intel! Cynthia Owen joins me on the show to talk about making veganism more mainstream, leveraging grants to help businesses move forward with plant-based offerings, and her coaching work, including being part of a cultural/global movement for women. Cynthia is
NBSV 154: Dr. Leigh Ettinger on benefits of veganism for pediatric obesity, endurance cycling & more
Should kids be eating a plant-based diet? Will kids who are vegan be inherently more prone to vitamin deficiencies? We're jumping into these questions and more on today's podcast episode. Dr. Leigh Ettinger has been a medical doctor since 1998 but did not learn about the plant-based diet until 2014. He made changes in his own eating and quickly saw the benefits. He's earned a certificate in plant
NBSV 153: Q&A with Coach K and Coach Zoe – fitness, nutrition, and veganism
In this ititeration of the 'Ask Us Anything' series, our listeners make the call on what we're speaking about, and what we dive into! We answer questions that have been received from listeners [via email, Facebook, and Instagram], on everything from strength training and recovery, to veganism and tattoos, to intermittent fasting...and a heck of a lot more. We packed as many answers to listener qu
NBSV 152: Jen Sinkler on the fitness industry and transitioning her work to the environmental field
Jen Sinkler has a few different titles: writer, editor, trainer, and art maker [to name a few.] In recent years, her focus as a fitness trainer has pivoted. She trains clients out of a local gym and hosts a community workout group, but her focus has expanded to a bigger-picture approach: learning about the links between the environment and personal health. We discuss a few things that aren't worki
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