Vedge Your Best, Vegan Ideas for Everyone At Any Age
Michele Olender
There has never been a more important time to be Vegan. Vedge Your Best is the only podcast aimed at teaching midlife women how to limit and eliminate the consumption of animal products without feeling deprived, overwhelmed or unsupported, even if no one you know is Vegan. Life Coach Michele Olender will show you how living Vegan is the superpower that will unlock your possibilities and give you the confidence to take on your next impossible goal, by doing it YOUR way. Vedge YOUR Best and there’s nothing you can’t do.
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Jan 23, 2024 • 30min
177: My Goals - Part 2 Top Tools for Goal Setting
Plant Based / Vegan Life Coaching. If you’ve ever thought that avoiding or eliminating animal products would be a great idea, but you didn’t know where to start, this Podcast is for you.For more information, to submit a question or topic, or to book a free 30 minute Coaching session visit veganatanyage.com or email info@micheleolendercoaching.com “Buy Me A Coffee” Donate ButtonFacebook pageInstagramMusic, Production, and Editing by Charlie Weinshank. For inquiries email: charliewe97@gmail.comVirtual Support Services: https://proadminme.com/
Jan 16, 2024 • 26min
176: My Goals - Part One "Backstory"
Plant Based / Vegan Life Coaching. If you’ve ever thought that avoiding or eliminating animal products would be a great idea, but you didn’t know where to start, this Podcast is for you.For more information, to submit a question or topic, or to book a free 30 minute Coaching session visit veganatanyage.com or email info@micheleolendercoaching.com “Buy Me A Coffee” Donate ButtonFacebook pageInstagramMusic, Production, and Editing by Charlie Weinshank. For inquiries email: charliewe97@gmail.comVirtual Support Services: https://proadminme.com/
Jan 9, 2024 • 23min
175: Hi, I'm The Problem, It's me.
Plant Based / Vegan Life Coaching. If you’ve ever thought that avoiding or eliminating animal products would be a great idea, but you didn’t know where to start, this Podcast is for you.For more information, to submit a question or topic, or to book a free 30 minute Coaching session visit veganatanyage.com or email info@micheleolendercoaching.com “Buy Me A Coffee” Donate ButtonFacebook pageInstagramMusic, Production, and Editing by Charlie Weinshank. For inquiries email: charliewe97@gmail.comVirtual Support Services: https://proadminme.com/
Jan 2, 2024 • 17min
174: New Year New Vegan
Plant Based / Vegan Life Coaching. If you’ve ever thought that avoiding or eliminating animal products would be a great idea, but you didn’t know where to start, this Podcast is for you.For more information, to submit a question or topic, or to book a free 30 minute Coaching session visit veganatanyage.com or email info@micheleolendercoaching.com “Buy Me A Coffee” Donate ButtonFacebook pageInstagramMusic, Production, and Editing by Charlie Weinshank. For inquiries email: charliewe97@gmail.comVirtual Support Services: https://proadminme.com/
Dec 26, 2023 • 25min
173: Leave Something Behind in 2023
Plant Based / Vegan Life Coaching. If you’ve ever thought that avoiding or eliminating animal products would be a great idea, but you didn’t know where to start, this Podcast is for you.For more information, to submit a question or topic, or to book a free 30 minute Coaching session visit veganatanyage.com or email info@micheleolendercoaching.com “Buy Me A Coffee” Donate ButtonFacebook pageInstagramMusic, Production, and Editing by Charlie Weinshank. For inquiries email: charliewe97@gmail.comVirtual Support Services: https://proadminme.com/
Dec 19, 2023 • 15min
172: Don't Try to Be Vegan, TRAIN!
Explore the journey from simply trying to adopting a vegan lifestyle. Discover how commitment and structured training can transform your plant-based choices. Personal anecdotes shed light on creating tailored plans for success. Get ready to embrace veganism with enthusiasm and purpose!
Dec 12, 2023 • 46min
171: Crisis in the Closet: Avoiding Toxic Fashion with Alden Wicker
Alden Wicker is a journalist, founder of ecocult.com and the author of To Dye For: How Toxic Fashion Is Making Us Sick—and How We Can Fight Back. You can subscribe to Alden’s newsletter HERE.Avoiding toxic chemicals in clothing is important for both personal health and environmental sustainability. Here are some tips from Alden Wicker and the ecocult.com team:1. Choose Organic and Natural Fibers: Look for clothing made from organic cotton, linen, and hemp. These materials are generally grown and processed without harmful pesticides and chemicals. Organic certification labels, such as the Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS), can be a reliable indicator of this.2. Avoid Synthetic Fibers: Synthetic fibers like polyester, nylon, and acrylic are petroleum-based and often treated with various chemicals during production. These can include harmful dyes, flame retardants, and other toxic substances. Most “vegan leather” contains very toxic PVC or PUC, one plastic-free plant based leather that Alden recommends researching is called Mirum.3. Check for Certifications: Certifications like GOTS, OEKO-TEX Standard 100, and Bluesign ensure that clothing is made without harmful chemicals. These certifications cover various aspects of textile production, from raw material extraction to the finished product. ToxicFreeFuture.org is another group Alden mentioned as a resource that tests products and urges legislators to mandate transparency in materials and chemicals.4. Be Wary of Certain Treatments and Applications: Avoid clothing with features like wrinkle resistance, static resistance, and stain resistance, as these often involve the use of chemicals. Also, be cautious of overly bright or unnatural-looking colors, which can be a sign of heavy dye use.5. Research Brands: Support brands that are transparent about their manufacturing processes and committed to reducing chemical use. Many eco-friendly brands prioritize non-toxic production methods and are open about their supply chains.6. Wash New Clothes Before Wearing: New clothing can have surface chemicals or residues from the manufacturing process. Washing them before wearing can help reduce your exposure to these chemicals.7. Use Gentle, Eco-Friendly Laundry Products: The detergents and fabric softeners you use can also contribute to chemical exposure. Choose products that are eco-friendly and free from harsh chemicals.8. Practice Minimalism in Your Wardrobe: By buying fewer but higher quality items that are made sustainably, you can reduce your exposure to harmful chemicals and also contribute to a more sustainable fashion industry.9. Speak Up: Ask retailers and manufacturers about their standards and materials. Over time, the market reflects what we ask for as well as what we refuse to buy. Ask your legislators what they are doing to make clothing safer and to require transparency of the chemicals workers and wearers are exposed to.Remember, while it's challenging to completely eliminate exposure to all toxic chemicals in clothing, these steps can significantly reduce your risk and contribute to a healthier environment.~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Plant Based / Vegan Life Coaching. If you’ve ever thought that avoiding or eliminating animal products would be a great idea, but you didn’t know where to start, this Podcast is for you.For more information, to submit a question or topic, or to book a free 30 minute Coaching session visit veganatanyage.com or email info@micheleolendercoaching.com “Buy Me A Coffee” Donate ButtonFacebook pageInstagramMusic, Production, and Editing by Charlie Weinshank. For inquiries email: charliewe97@gmail.comVirtual Support Services: https://proadminme.com/
Dec 5, 2023 • 16min
170: In Theory You Can't Be Vegan
Discover the emotional challenges of maintaining a podcast while managing personal health issues. Explore the struggle between unrealistic ideals and personal achievement, encouraging listeners to celebrate their reality. Dive into the practicalities of adopting a vegan lifestyle, where action beats perfection. This discussion highlights the importance of individual journeys, advocating for a compassionate approach that embraces imperfections on the path to veganism.
Nov 28, 2023 • 33min
169: Vegan Super Powers with Tina Newman, Author of Vivi the Supervegan
Going vegan changes your life in surprising ways. Little did Tina Newman know when she went vegan that she would become an author and create a children’s series. Vivi the Super Vegan, introduces young readers to the concepts of veganism and animal rights in an accessible and engaging way. The books follow Vivi, a young girl who discovers she has superpowers that allow her to communicate with and help animals. Through Vivi's stories, children can practice thinking about compassion, empathy, and environmentalism.Presenting the principles of veganism in a child-friendly way, Vivi the Super Vegan promotes awareness about animal welfare and encourages kindness and respect towards all living beings. The books recognize that children can understand the impact of their choices on the environment and animal life.The Vivi series is especially significant in today's context and introducing these concepts early can help children communicate their ideas and interact with the world around them.Author Tina Newman uses storytelling, relatable characters, bright illustrations and relatable scenarios to touch on animal welfare, the environment, and health. Learn all about Tina Newman at https://www.vivithesupervegan.co.uk/ and follow on Instagram @vivithesupervegan~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Plant Based / Vegan Life Coaching. If you’ve ever thought that avoiding or eliminating animal products would be a great idea, but you didn’t know where to start, this Podcast is for you.For more information, to submit a question or topic, or to book a free 30 minute Coaching session visit veganatanyage.com or email info@micheleolendercoaching.com “Buy Me A Coffee” Donate ButtonFacebook pageInstagramMusic, Production, and Editing by Charlie Weinshank. For inquiries email: charliewe97@gmail.comVirtual Support Services: https://proadminme.com/
Nov 21, 2023 • 16min
168: The Vegan Arrives
In this episode, we delve into the challenges of “Thanksgiving while vegan."Key Topics:1. Thanksgiving Travel Trends:*Discussion about the increase in travel during Thanksgiving week in the US, with reference to AAA's estimates and the kickoff of the holiday season in the US.2. A Halloween Perspective: Michele shares her hot take on Halloween.3. Thanksgiving Reflections: Personal reflections on the significance of Thanksgiving, especially in light of the isolation experienced in 2020 due to the pandemic.4. Navigating Veganism During Thanksgiving: - Insights from vegan-oriented Facebook boards. - Confusion between vegan and plant-based diets. - Importance of understanding and or tolerating individual approaches to veganism.5. Michele’s Advice for Thanksgiving Hosts: - Suggestions for making vegan guests feel welcome, focusing on simple modifications to traditional dishes. - Emphasizing the need for inclusivity and consideration in menu planning.6. Dealing with Challenges: - Handling confrontations or misunderstandings about veganism during family gatherings. - Encouraging empathy and understanding towards different dietary choices.7. Closing Thoughts: - Reflections on the broader implications of veganism. Conclusion:"The Vegan Arrives when the omnivore or pre-vegan is ready."~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Plant Based / Vegan Life Coaching. If you’ve ever thought that avoiding or eliminating animal products would be a great idea, but you didn’t know where to start, this Podcast is for you.For more information, to submit a question or topic, or to book a free 30 minute Coaching session visit veganatanyage.com or email info@micheleolendercoaching.com “Buy Me A Coffee” Donate ButtonFacebook pageInstagramMusic, Production, and Editing by Charlie Weinshank. For inquiries email: charliewe97@gmail.comVirtual Support Services: https://proadminme.com/
