The Plant Based News Podcast

Welcome back to another episode of the Plant Based News podcast, where we discuss the latest innovations and the remarkable stories of the people who are changing the vegan world. Joining me today is Darko Mandich, CEO and Co-Founder of MeliBio - an award-winning food technology company based in the San Francisco Bay Area. Darko is an impact entrepreneur who is passionate about changing the way we produce and consume food in order to sustainably feed 10 billion people with nutritious foods while protecting the planet’s keystone species – the wild and native bees. Find out more about Melibio Foods here - https://www.melibio.com/ The PBN Podcast is hosted and produced by Robbie Lockie, edited by Phil Marriott and researched and scripted by Antonia Georgieva. 00:00:00 An introduction to Darko Mandich 00:02:18 CLIP: Saving The Bees (Flipbird Films interview) 00:04:00 The beginning of Darko’s vegan journey 00:07:37 CLIP: Game Changers Documentary 00:09:20 Deciding to work in the food industry 00:14:10 The inner world of the bee kingdom 00:17:50 CLIP: Saving The Bees (Flipbird Films interview) 00:19:07 The environmental impact of the honey industry 00:25:20 Why is the honey industry cruel? 00:31:10 What is honey? 00:39:20 The threat to bees caused by pesticides 00:43:10 Mellody: The world’s first plant-based honey 00:50:50 How will Darko get his product to millions of people? 00:57:00 Stranded on a desert island

Welcome back to another episode of the Plant Based News podcast! Today I am joined by David Bucca, founder and CEO of food-tech startup Change Foods - a precision fermentation tech company creating animal-free dairy products. David is a passionate food industry professional with expertise in alternative proteins. With close to a decade of experience in food innovation, David has been at the forefront of creating sustainable, ethical, and healthier alternatives to animal-based foods. David was motivated to launch Change Foods after becoming vegan overnight in 2017. Change Foods is at the forefront of using precision fermentation to create animal-free dairy products that taste and perform just like traditional dairy, without any of the negative environmental impacts. David's work at Change Foods has been recognized globally, and the company has been named one of the top food-tech startups to watch by Forbes. Follow David on Instagram here - https://www.instagram.com/davidbucca The PBN Podcast is hosted and produced by Robbie Lockie, edited by Phil Marriott and researched and scripted by Antonia Georgieva. 00:00:00 An introduction to David Bucca 00:03:05 Discovering the plant-based lifestyle 00:06:13 Making the transition from Aerospace to food 00:10:30 Change Foods / Precision Fermentation 00:16:23 The difference between plant-based cheese and a cheese made with Precision Fermentation 00:23:30 Consumer awareness 00:29:00 Milked documentary clip 00:30:00 Is Precision Fermentation cheese healthier than dairy cheese? 00:37:51 Is Precision Fermentation vegan? 00:45:00 Advice for entrepreneurs 00:49:40 What happens to cows in the dairy industry 00:52:55 Stranded on a desert island

Welcome back to another episode of the PBN podcast! Today we have Philip Lymbery Global Chief Executive of animal welfare charity 'Compassion in World Farming'. Philip is an ornithologist, photographer, dedicated animal advocate and award-winning author who has been leading Compassion for more than a decade. His critically acclaimed books, Farmageddon: The true cost of cheap meat, and Dead Zone: where the wild things were, were the first mainstream books to show factory farming as a major driver of wildlife declines and at the heart of what needs to change to stave off the climate, nature and pandemic emergencies now facing humanity. His third book, Sixty Harvests Left: How to reach a nature-friendly future, will be published by Bloomsbury in August 2022. Find out more about Compassion in World Farming here - https://www.ciwf.org.uk/ The PBN Podcast is hosted and produced by Robbie Lockie, edited by Phil Marriott and researched and scripted by Antonia Georgieva. 00:00:00 An introduction to Philip Lymbery 00:03:45 The beginning of Philip’s vegan story 00:07:35 Compassion in World Farming - a history of the world's leading farm animal welfare organisation campaigning to end factory farming and stop farm animal suffering 00:19:09 Feeling frustrations 00:24:35 Sixty Harvests Left - Philip’s latest book 00:29:30 The best ways that advocates should be using their time to awaken the minds of the masses 00:35:00 Regenerative Agriculture 00:44:30 A vision of the future: what does it look like for our planet? 00:49:26 Government action 00:58:50 Netflix documentary My Octopus Teacher 01:00:00 What’s happening with the advent of octopus farming 01:04:00 Campaigns that CIWF are running, plus other successes 01:06:36 Stranded on a desert island

Welcome back to another episode of the Plant Based News Podcast! I am joined today by a remarkable young person, Tabay Atkins, who is known for his work as a vegan chef, philanthropist, plant-based advocate, and America’s youngest yoga teacher. Tabay discovered his passion for yoga after witnessing his mum’s battle with cancer and the positive effects that yoga practice had in her recovery. He became the youngest certified yoga teacher at age 11 and later went on to complete 500-hour Vinyasa certification yoga teacher at age 14. His incredible journey has led him to work on campaigns with big brands such as Nike. He is passionate about sharing his practice of yoga, vegan cooking, and healthy living and using his platform for social change and giving back to his community. Putting his money where his mouth is, in 2022 at only 16 years old, Tabay launched his own business, Tabay’s Mindful Kitchen – a vegan food truck in Orange County, California. Acknowledging the roots and what catapulted him on this journey, he donates his earnings from his successful ventures to help cancer patients. The PBN Podcast is hosted and produced by Robbie Lockie, edited by Phil Marriott and researched and scripted by Antonia Georgieva. 00:00:00 An introduction to Tabay Atkins 00:11:02 12 year-old Tabay’s Harry Connick Jr TV appearance (2017) 00:13:20 The interconnecting ideas between veganism and Ahimsa - the yoga practice 00:16:50 Why do some people practice the non-harming yoga practice Ahimsa but still eat animals? 00:23:41 Living by the mantra: “Think good thoughts, speak kind words, feel love, be love, give love” 00:27:38 Working with sports brand Nike 00:30:35 The lack of support for young people and their aspirations 00:36:20 The importance of nutrition 00:44:10 Tabay’s Mindful Kitchen 00:48:55 Tabay’s relationship with food 00:53:20 The power of celebrity 00:55:20 Advice for those who are overwhelmed by modern life 01:02:00 LEGO is a form of therapy 01:04:00 Stranded on a desert island

It is my pleasure to welcome you back to another episode of the Plant Based News podcast. Joining me this time we have Baltimore-based vegan advocate, content creator, and spiritual wellness coach Jamila Anahata, best known for her platform The Soulful Veganista. Jamila is passionate about empowering people with her work, particularly those experiencing marginalization, helping them live more authentically. She often covers topics like self-empowerment, spirituality and living authentically. Find out more about Jamila here - https://www.thesoulfulveganista.com/ The PBN Podcast is hosted and produced by Robbie Lockie, edited by Phil Marriott and researched and scripted by Antonia Georgieva. 00:00:00 Introduction to Jamila Anahata 00:02:30 Beginning the vegan journey 00:04:42 Earthlings 00:07:00 The food culture of Jamila’s childhood 00:12:00 Racial inequality within the food system and how it directly correlates to the rate at which people of colour suffer from disproportionately higher rates of chronic disease. 00:15:04 Living in a society which is dominated by a capitalist food system 00:21:10 The power of Spirituality 00:27:55 The importance of community 00:35:19 How veganism is perceived within the black community 00:43:55 Generational trauma 00:48:00 The transformative power of creating content online 00:50:10 What does the future look like for Jamila Anahata? 00:52:50 Advice for people wanting to believe in themselves 00:56:04 Stranded on a desert island

Welcome back to another episode of the Plant Based News podcast! Today we are delving deeper into the rise of the vegan fashion industry, as I am joined by fashion designer and activist Sarah Regensburger. Sarah Regensburger launched her namesake sustainable vegan fashion brand in 2018 to platform a vision of creativity with no boundaries, made for rebels with a cause. The Sarah Regensburger collections stand for unapologetic individuality, diversity, and a more sustainable future. The PBN Podcast is hosted and produced by Robbie Lockie, edited by Phil Marriott and researched and scripted by Antonia Georgieva. 00:00:00 An introduction to Sarah Regensburger 00:02:30 Discovering the vegan lifestyle 00:05:20 Starting out in fashion 00:08:00 Experiences within the fashion industry 00:09:25 Paris Fashion Week 00:13:45 The Power of Fashion with Maria Raveendran - Ted Talk 00:16:30 Fashion is a feeling 00:18:44 Joshua Katcher on the fur industry 00:20:40 The use of animals in fashion: what are the alternatives? 00:24:48 Slay - the documentary 00:28:46 Sarah Regensburger’s fashion brand 00:32:15 The inspirations behind Sarah’s collections 00:34:10 Cultural identity and how fashion represents a lifestyle 00:38:00 Fast fashion / Fashion on a budget 00:41:00 Celebrity representing sustainable fashion 00:42:20 Lady Gaga on the meat dress (British Vogue) 00:48:20 Future plans 00:49:40 Stranded on a desert island

Welcome back to another episode of the Plant Based News podcast! Macken Murphy is a graduate of Boston University, where he completed a dual major in History and Biological Anthropology in 2020 and was honored as the student speaker for the 2020 commencement. He then went on to pursue a postgraduate degree in Cognitive and Evolutionary Anthropology at Oxford. The PBN Podcast is hosted and produced by Robbie Lockie, edited by Phil Marriott and researched and scripted by Antonia Georgieva. 00:00:00 An introduction to Macken Murphy 00:03:00 Discovering the vegan lifestyle 00:06:00 The shift in consciousness 00:12:20 Cognitive dissonance 00:23:30 The similarities between human behaviour and the way animals live 00:25:00 The Species Podcast 00:41:40 The levels of awareness in humans and animals 00:50:00 Could humans be labeled as a parasitic species? 00:54:00 Why young people appreciate the Species podcast 01:00:00 Discussing the ethics of veganism in the Species podcast 01:04:10 Is veganism morally superior to carnistic culture? 01:11:00 Evolution 01:25:30 Stranded on a desert island

This episode is sponsored by ZenB. Get your hands on delicious award winning plant-based products at - www.zenb.co.uk (Use ‘PBN40’ & save 40%) Welcome back to another episode of the Plant Based News podcast! This time we're thrilled to be joined by activist, author, and consultant Emma Hakansson, whose work in the fashion industry has set the tone for ethical fashion, raising awareness around the deep-seated issues of the industry. Emma is the founding director of ethical production agency Willow Creative and not-for-profit Collective Fashion Justice, working for a fashion industry that prioritises animals, people and the planet before profit. The PBN Podcast is hosted and produced by Robbie Lockie, edited by Phil Marriott and researched and scripted by Antonia Georgieva. 00:00:00 An introduction to Emma Hakansson 00:04:10 The beginning of Emma’s vegan story 00:07:00 The power of animal agriculture in Australia 00:10:30 How Emma avoids being depressed when fighting for animals 00:13:50 SPONSOR - Zen B ad 00:14:23 Total Liberation for all 00:19:30 The horrors of the fashion industry 00:23:50 Clip from Willow and Claude fashion documentary 00:25:45 The environmental impact of the fashion industry 00:30:40 Green washing 00:33:30 The egotistical activist 00:40:00 The difficulty with finding sustainable fashion which is accessible and affordable 00:44:20 Slay - a documentary by Rebecca Cappelli 00:50:50 How Veganism Can Save Us - A book by Emma Hakansson 01:00:50 Stranded on a desert island

Welcome back to another episode of the Plant Based News podcast. We are joined today by Dr. Nitu Bajekal, also known as “the plant-based gynae”. Dr. Nitu is a gynaecologist with over 35 years’ experience in Women’s Health. She provides medical and holistic care for women with a variety of health concerns. Her expertise in menopause, fibroids, polycystic ovarian syndrome (or PCOS) and cervical cancer screening makes her one of the leading experts in the field. The PBN Podcast is hosted and produced by Robbie Lockie, Edited by Phil Marriott. 00:00:00 An introduction to Dr. Nitu Bajekal 00:05:06 How Dr. Nitu discovered the plant-based lifestyle 00:10:30 What led Dr. Nitu to medicine and gynaecology 00:17:30 Being your own advocate and understanding your own body 00:20:30 Smashing myths and false information about medicine 00:26:00 Body autonomy and women’s health 00:36:00 Why does it seem like we’re in an uphill battle when it comes to encouraging people to adopt a plant-based lifestyle? 00:40:00 Understanding endometriosis: what are the signs that women should look out for? 00:45:20 Hormonal health: how common is polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)? 00:52:30 What are the facts about soy? Is it safe to eat soy? 01:00:55 Advice for medical professionals to encourage patients to embrace a plant-based diet 01:05:00 Stranded on a desert island

Todays episode is supported by our friends over at lovecomplement.com - check out their epic January deals to support your new years resolutions. Today we have the pleasure of sitting down with vegan cook, author, and creator of the popular vegan blog Rainbow Plant Life, Nisha Vora, whose intriguing life journey has led her from pursuing a career as a lawyer to teaching people how to master healthy and delicious vegan cooking at home. At Rainbow Plant Life, which she has been running full time since 2019, Nisha teaches people how to create delicious vegan comfort foods. In 2019, she also published The Vegan Instant Pot Cookbook full of wholesome, indulgent, plant-based recipes, which she developed, wrote, and photographed herself. Nisha’s work has been featured across publications including CNN, Buzzfeed, Forbes, Glamour, Elle, Refinery 29 and others. She is continuing to grow Rainbow Plant Life on Instagram and Youtube and is working towards her second cookbook. Welcome! The PBN Podcast is hosted and produced by Robbie Lockie, Edited by Phil Marriott. Show Notes: 00:00:00 An introduction to Nisha Vora 00:03:30 Discovering the vegan lifestyle 00:07:00 Learning how the food system works during childhood 00:09:30 Experiencing bullying and racism 00:11:45 Crafting recipes and learning how to cook 00:20:30 Advice for people who are stuck in a job they hate 00:26:36 Imposter syndrome 00:30:10 Starting up the Rainbow Plant Life brand 00:34:30 The challenges of being a woman in business 00:37:10 Dealing with negativity and hostility on social media 00:42:35 Where does Nisha’s food inspiration come from? 00:46:45 How has Nisha learnt about food pairings? 00:48:30 The sensitivities and respect shown when creating and sharing recipes 00:51:30 Advice for those new to veganism 00:55:00 Sustainability 00:56:50 Stranded on a desert island