The ChickPeeps Vegan Podcast

Genesis Butler, a 13-year-old vegan activist, shares her journey founding 'Genesis for Animals,' lobbying the Pope to go vegan, and being a Marvel superhero. She discusses the impact of veganism on her family, legislative changes for animals, and being featured in Disney's Marvel Hero Project. Genesis also talks about balancing activism with school, handling criticism, and the Youth Climate Save movement.

Animal rights activist Jasmin Singer discusses fat acceptance and sizeism in the vegan movement, emphasizing the importance of self-acceptance and combatting oppressive mentalities. The hosts explore the pressure to lose weight within the vegan community and the journey of accepting one's body. They also delve into the concept of fat acceptance and the intersectionality of body positivity, highlighting the need for inclusivity within the vegan movement.

Joshua Katcher, a visionary vegan activist and founder of The Brave Gentleman, joins the conversation. He discusses his unique journey into fashion without a traditional background, emphasizing the importance of ethics in style. Discover how veganism is reshaping the future of fashion, challenging elitism, and promoting sustainability. Katcher also shares insights on consumerism, innovative materials, and the impact of fashion on our values. His creative quickfire answers add an entertaining touch to this enriching dialogue.

Toni Vernelli, Head of Communications at Veganuary, discusses the growth and importance of Veganuary, common reasons for failure, activism, and self-care in the vegan movement. The chapter also explores the need for diversity in the vegan movement and provides tips for staying motivated in veganism.

The hosts answer holiday-related listener questions and play a fun game. They discuss their go-to Christmas dinner favorites, have a debate about The Moomins, and share tactics for dealing with non-vegan gifts. They choose Harry Potter characters for the Yule Ball and offer advice on veganism in the school setting. They also apologize for previous mistakes and discuss the future of biotech engineering.

Dr. Gemma Newman, an expert in holistic health and lifestyle medicine, discusses her journey to veganism, changing attitudes towards plant-based eating, and the health benefits of a whole foods, plant-based diet. She highlights the need for doctors to educate themselves on plant-based nutrition and explores the importance of honest conversations about eating animals. The podcast also delves into the holistic approach to lifestyle medicine and the impact of an anti-inflammatory diet on athletic performance.

Ryan Bethencourt, a scientist and bio-tech entrepreneur, shares insights as the CEO of Wild Earth, a leader in sustainable plant-based pet food. He discusses the challenges of aligning his vegan values with his biotech career. The conversation includes breakthroughs in vegan pet nutrition and the importance of cell-grown meat options. Ryan also reflects on his experience on Shark Tank, dispels myths about vegan pet diets, and highlights the environmental impact of pet food, advocating for a future where pets can enjoy cruelty-free nutrition.

Join renowned celebrity make-up artist Justine Jenkins, an ambassador for Humane Society International, as she delves into the world of cruelty-free cosmetics. Justine shares why she believes cats are healing beings and reveals her top vegan make-up brands. She discusses the misleading language of the beauty industry and the power consumers have in advocating for animal rights. Plus, discover the beauty hack that never fails her and how making simple changes in makeup can lead to a more ethical lifestyle!

Aryenish Birdie, founder of Encompass, talks about the lack of diversity in veganism and the need for inclusivity in the animal rights movement. She shares personal stories of activism and highlights the importance of amplifying the voices of vegans of color. The podcast also explores self-care for activists and emphasizes the significance of compassion.

The hosts answer listeners' questions about veganism, including how to talk to non-vegan family members and how to tell parents about going vegan. They discuss the accessibility and inclusivity of veganism and debate the ethics of cats eating turkeys. The episode ends with a humorous encounter with a vegan troll.