Viva! Vegan Podcast

In this month’s Minisode, Faye is joined by Viva! campaigner Kit to talk about the ASA’s ban on the Dairy is Scary cinema advert, the highly anticipated Vegan Camp Out, and a groundbreaking move by the Swiss government requiring food labels to disclose forms of animal abuse. They also discuss the University of the West of England students’ vote in favor of plant-based menus, and the future of food with lab-grown cheese.

In this episode of the Viva! Vegan Podcast, Kit is joined by Michelin-trained chef Liam Penn who speaks about his work in the fine-dining world. From Roald Dahl's snozzcumbers to pre-historic recipes, Liam takes inspiration from anywhere and everywhere to create his unique tasting menus.   Over the past 15 years Liam has worked alongside some of the most awarded and talented chefs in modern cuisine: celebrity chef Heston Blumenthal at the 3 Michelin star restaurant ‘The Fat Duck’; celebrity chef Simon Rogan at the now 3 Michelin star restaurant ‘L’enclume’ and Andrew Dargue at the acclaimed vegetarian restaurant ‘Vanilla Black’ in London.   You can check out Liam's upcoming events at:  We hope to see you there!

In this month’s Minisode, Faye is joined by Viva! campaigner Kit to deep dive into how a vegan diet can support you through menopause - from tackling hot flushes to boosting mood and energy. But that’s just the beginning… They also revisit the viral Dairy is Scary video and discuss the latest Halfway Heroes campaign while shining a light on the incredible work being done on the ground by the Viva! team, taking the vegan message to cities across the UK!

In this episode, we welcome Dr Sailesh Rao – systems engineer, climate expert and founder of Climate Healers – to the Viva! Vegan Podcast. With a background in engineering that helped shape the internet, Dr Rao now dedicates his life to addressing humanity’s most urgent crisis: climate change. He speaks to Faye about how a global transition to a vegan lifestyle is not only essential for the planet’s survival but also central to building a just, compassionate world. Join us as we explore the science, ethics and deep interconnectedness between climate justice, animal rights and having a spiritual awakening!  Viva! is the UK’s leading vegan campaigning charity, specialising in undercover investigations and animal, health, environmental and lifestyle campaigns. Founded in 1994 by Juliet Gellatley, we have spent 30 years creating a kinder, more sustainable world for humans and animals alike. Visit: Support: Follow us on socials: ▶ Facebook: ▶ Instagram: ▶ Twitter: ▶ TikTok:

In this special episode of the Viva! Vegan Podcast, we celebrate 30 years of fearless campaigning, groundbreaking investigations and powerful advocacy with the people who started it all. Viva! founder and director Juliet Gellatley sits down with longtime collaborator, author and fellow activist Tony Wardle for an intimate and inspiring conversation. Together, they reflect on three decades of pushing boundaries, exposing cruelty and building the UK’s most influential vegan charity from the ground up. From their early battles to their vision for the future, this episode is a heartfelt tribute to the passion, persistence, and people behind Viva!  ---------- Viva! is the UK’s leading vegan campaigning charity, specialising in undercover investigations and animal, health, environmental and lifestyle campaigns. Founded in 1994 by Juliet Gellatley, we have spent 30 years creating a kinder, more sustainable world for humans and animals alike. Visit: Support: Follow us on socials: ▶ Facebook: ▶ Instagram: ▶ Twitter: ▶ TikTok:

In a compelling episode of the Viva! Vegan Podcast, bassist Tanya O’Callaghan shares her journey from a small-town Irish girl with a deep love for animals to a globally recognised musician and passionate animal rights activist. Known for her electrifying performances with legends like Whitesnake, Dee Snider and Puscifer, Tanya discusses how her early experiences volunteering at an animal shelter shaped her commitment to veganism and activism. She delves into the challenges and triumphs of maintaining a plant-based lifestyle while touring the world, offering insights into how changing one's plate can indeed change the world. Tanya also reflects on the evolving vegan movement in Ireland and the importance of unity and collaboration in promoting sustainable practices. Viva! is the UK’s leading vegan campaigning charity, specialising in undercover investigations and animal, health, environmental and lifestyle campaigns. Founded in 1994 by Juliet Gellatley, we have spent 30 years creating a kinder, more sustainable world for humans and animals alike. Visit: Support: Follow us on socials: ▶ Facebook: ▶ Instagram: ▶ Twitter: ▶ TikTok:

In this episode of the Viva! Vegan Podcast, Faye is joined by canine nutritionist Claire Lucie, who unpacks the science behind vegan dog food, busts the biggest myths about plant-based pet health and shares her top tips for keeping your pup thriving on a cruelty-free diet. Whether you’re curious about transitioning your dog to vegan food or just want to learn more about choices for pets, this episode is not to be missed. ---------- Viva! is the UK’s leading vegan campaigning charity, specialising in undercover investigations and animal, health, environmental and lifestyle campaigns. Founded in 1994 by Juliet Gellatley, we have spent 30 years creating a kinder, more sustainable world for humans and animals alike. Visit: https://viva.org.uk/ Support: Follow us on socials: ▶ Facebook: ▶ Instagram: ▶ Twitter: ▶ TikTok:

Bringing you the latest news from the world of veganism – Episode 42: March 2025 Welcome to the Vegan News Minisode, brought to you by the leading vegan charity, Viva! Presenters Faye and Erin are here with the latest updates on plant-based lifestyles, food, and animal campaign news. In this episode, they cover: Viva!'s Dairy Is Scary crowdfunder Plates becomes the UK's first Michelin-starred vegan restaurant University of Bristol students advocate for plant-based catering Vegan good news platforms thrive Is drinking oat milk a risk to your health

Bringing you the latest news from the world of veganism: Episode 40: February 2025 Welcome to the Vegan News Minisode, brought to you by leading vegan charity, Viva! Presenters Faye and Erin are here with the latest updates on plant-based lifestyles, food and animal campaign news. In this episode, they cover: - Viva!'s recognition at the 2024 Vegfest Awards.  - A recent bird flu (H5N1) outbreak, which has been affecting cats - some falling ill or dying after eating contaminated raw pet food.  - Naturalist and TV personality Chris Packham's criticism of the UK's Let's Eat Balanced campaign, calling it "dangerous propaganda."  - The new documentary Food for Thought. - A new c-label for cultivated meat!  Stay tuned for the latest in vegan news!

Bringing you the latest news from the world of veganism: Episode 39: December 2024 Welcome to the Vegan News Minisode, brought to you by leading vegan charity Viva!. Presenters Faye and Erin bring you the latest plant-based lifestyle, food, and animal campaign news. In this episode, Faye and Erin discuss the fact that 75% of UK dietitians incorrectly believe plant proteins are incomplete, Viva!'s high-protein V7 meal plan launched in collaboration with the PlantBuilt team, the brand Nukoko who launches cocoa-free chocolate in a bid to tackle their environmental impact and of course, campaigns such as Gasping for Life and Viva!'s A Very Vegan Christmas mini cookbook.  For everyone listening throughout 2024, thank you so much and have a wonderful Christmas.  See you in 2025!