I get it. I made them, too. Until I stopped. Listen to today's small bite sound bite for more. —————— Support this podcast today at JoyfulVegan.com/Donate Visit my website: JoyfulVegan.com Join me on an all-inclusive vegan trip: JoyfulVeganTrips.com AFFILIATE PARTNERS:  Nama Juicer — Use this link and coupon code COLLEEN10 and get 10% off my favorite juicer. Plaine Products — Use this link and coupon code "compassion" for 15% off my favorite zero waste bath and body products. Complement —  Use this link and coupon code "joyfulvegan" and get 10% off my favorite supplements.  Thank you for listening.

I get it. I made them, too. Until I stopped. Listen to today's small bite sound bite for more. —————— Support this podcast today at <a href="http://www.joyfulvegan.com/donate" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">JoyfulVegan.com/Donate</a> Visit my website: <a href="http://www.JoyfulVegan.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">JoyfulVegan.com</a> Join me on an all-inclusive vegan trip: <a href="http://www.JoyfulVeganTrips.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">JoyfulVeganTrips.com</a> AFFILIATE PARTNERS: <ul> <li>Nama Juicer — <a href="https://namawell.com/products/vitality-5800/?ref=joyfulvegan" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Use this link</a> and coupon code COLLEEN10 and get 10% off my favorite juicer.</li> <li>Plaine Products — <a href="https://www.plaineproducts.com/ref/161" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Use this link</a> and coupon code "compassion" for 15% off my favorite zero waste bath and body products.</li> <li>Complement — <a href="https://lovecomplement.com/products/complement-plus-smart-vegan-capsules?aff=152" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Use this link</a> and coupon code "joyfulvegan" and get 10% off my favorite supplements.</li> </ul> Thank you for listening.

Why we make excuses and rationalize our consumption of animal products

I’ve been told that since I’m vegan and an animal advocate, clearly I don’t care about people because I'm taking away jobs from people. Listen to today's small bite sound bite for more. —————— Support this podcast today at JoyfulVegan.com/Donate Visit my website: JoyfulVegan.com Join me on an all-inclusive vegan trip: JoyfulVeganTrips.com AFFILIATE PARTNERS:  Nama Juicer — Use this link and coupon code COLLEEN10 and get 10% off my favorite juicer. Plaine Products — Use this link and coupon code "compassion" for 15% off my favorite zero waste bath and body products. Complement —  Use this link and coupon code "joyfulvegan" and get 10% off my favorite supplements.  Thank you for listening.

I’ve been told that since I’m vegan and an animal advocate, clearly I don’t care about people because I'm taking away jobs from people. Listen to today's small bite sound bite for more. —————— Support this podcast today at <a href="http://www.joyfulvegan.com/donate" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">JoyfulVegan.com/Donate</a> Visit my website: <a href="http://www.JoyfulVegan.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">JoyfulVegan.com</a> Join me on an all-inclusive vegan trip: <a href="http://www.JoyfulVeganTrips.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">JoyfulVeganTrips.com</a> AFFILIATE PARTNERS: <ul> <li>Nama Juicer — <a href="https://namawell.com/products/vitality-5800/?ref=joyfulvegan" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Use this link</a> and coupon code COLLEEN10 and get 10% off my favorite juicer.</li> <li>Plaine Products — <a href="https://www.plaineproducts.com/ref/161" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Use this link</a> and coupon code "compassion" for 15% off my favorite zero waste bath and body products.</li> <li>Complement — <a href="https://lovecomplement.com/products/complement-plus-smart-vegan-capsules?aff=152" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Use this link</a> and coupon code "joyfulvegan" and get 10% off my favorite supplements.</li> </ul> Thank you for listening.

Vegans are taking away jobs from people who work in the meat, dairy, and egg industries

In today's podcast episode, I delve into the stories of remarkable individuals who pioneered the modern-day animal protection movement in the United States — the lives and legacies of these compassionate trailblazers who tirelessly fought for the welfare and rights of animals. Because there is so much to say, this episode is just the first part of three!  Collectively, this trio of episodes will celebrate unsung heroes and iconic figures; look at the challenges they faced and the victories they achieved; and contemplate the lasting impact they made on animal advocacy.  AND, as we journey through history, we discover the monuments and memorials dedicated to these extraordinary advocates and their contributions to creating a more compassionate world. —————— Support this podcast today at JoyfulVegan.com/Donate Visit my website: JoyfulVegan.com Join me on an all-inclusive vegan trip: JoyfulVeganTrips.com AFFILIATE PARTNERS:  Nama Juicer — Use this link and coupon code COLLEEN10 and get 10% off my favorite juicer. Plaine Products — Use this link and coupon code "compassion" for 15% off my favorite zero waste bath and body products. Complement —  Use this link and coupon code "joyfulvegan" and get 10% off my favorite supplements.  Thank you for listening.

In today's podcast episode, I delve into the stories of remarkable individuals who pioneered the modern-day animal protection movement in the United States — the lives and legacies of these compassionate trailblazers who tirelessly fought for the welfare and rights of animals. Because there is so much to say, this episode is just the first part of three!  Collectively, this trio of episodes will celebrate unsung heroes and iconic figures; look at the challenges they faced and the victories they achieved; and contemplate the lasting impact they made on animal advocacy.  AND, as we journey through history, we discover the monuments and memorials dedicated to these extraordinary advocates and their contributions to creating a more compassionate world. —————— Support this podcast today at <a href="http://www.joyfulvegan.com/donate" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">JoyfulVegan.com/Donate</a> Visit my website: <a href="http://www.JoyfulVegan.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">JoyfulVegan.com</a> Join me on an all-inclusive vegan trip: <a href="http://www.JoyfulVeganTrips.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">JoyfulVeganTrips.com</a> AFFILIATE PARTNERS: <ul> <li>Nama Juicer — <a href="https://namawell.com/products/vitality-5800/?ref=joyfulvegan" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Use this link</a> and coupon code COLLEEN10 and get 10% off my favorite juicer.</li> <li>Plaine Products — <a href="https://www.plaineproducts.com/ref/161" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Use this link</a> and coupon code "compassion" for 15% off my favorite zero waste bath and body products.</li> <li>Complement — <a href="https://lovecomplement.com/products/complement-plus-smart-vegan-capsules?aff=152" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Use this link</a> and coupon code "joyfulvegan" and get 10% off my favorite supplements.</li> </ul> Thank you for listening.

Animal Advocate Monuments and Memorials

The animals who live among us are part of our communities; they’re residents and contributors — not outsiders or intruders. Listen to today's small bite sound bite for more. —————— Support this podcast today at JoyfulVegan.com/Donate Visit my website: JoyfulVegan.com Join me on an all-inclusive vegan trip: JoyfulVeganTrips.com AFFILIATE PARTNERS:  Nama Juicer — Use this link and coupon code COLLEEN10 and get 10% off my favorite juicer. Plaine Products — Use this link and coupon code "compassion" for 15% off my favorite zero waste bath and body products. Complement —  Use this link and coupon code "joyfulvegan" and get 10% off my favorite supplements.  Thank you for listening.

The animals who live among us are part of our communities; they’re residents and contributors — not outsiders or intruders. Listen to today's small bite sound bite for more. —————— Support this podcast today at <a href="http://www.joyfulvegan.com/donate" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">JoyfulVegan.com/Donate</a> Visit my website: <a href="http://www.JoyfulVegan.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">JoyfulVegan.com</a> Join me on an all-inclusive vegan trip: <a href="http://www.JoyfulVeganTrips.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">JoyfulVeganTrips.com</a> AFFILIATE PARTNERS: <ul> <li>Nama Juicer — <a href="https://namawell.com/products/vitality-5800/?ref=joyfulvegan" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Use this link</a> and coupon code COLLEEN10 and get 10% off my favorite juicer.</li> <li>Plaine Products — <a href="https://www.plaineproducts.com/ref/161" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Use this link</a> and coupon code "compassion" for 15% off my favorite zero waste bath and body products.</li> <li>Complement — <a href="https://lovecomplement.com/products/complement-plus-smart-vegan-capsules?aff=152" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Use this link</a> and coupon code "joyfulvegan" and get 10% off my favorite supplements.</li> </ul> Thank you for listening.

How to talk about wild animals

An argument against being vegan is that “vegan food” is expensive and accessible only to the wealthy. Let’s unpack this and start with the fact that… Listen to today's small bite sound bite for more.  —————— Support this podcast today at JoyfulVegan.com/Donate Visit my website: JoyfulVegan.com Join me on an all-inclusive vegan trip: JoyfulVeganTrips.com AFFILIATE PARTNERS:  Nama Juicer — Use this link and coupon code COLLEEN10 and get 10% off my favorite juicer. Plaine Products — Use this link and coupon code "compassion" for 15% off my favorite zero waste bath and body products. Complement —  Use this link and coupon code "joyfulvegan" and get 10% off my favorite supplements.  Thank you for listening.

An argument against being vegan is that “vegan food” is expensive and accessible only to the wealthy. Let’s unpack this and start with the fact that… Listen to today's small bite sound bite for more.  —————— Support this podcast today at <a href="http://www.joyfulvegan.com/donate" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">JoyfulVegan.com/Donate</a> Visit my website: <a href="http://www.JoyfulVegan.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">JoyfulVegan.com</a> Join me on an all-inclusive vegan trip: <a href="http://www.JoyfulVeganTrips.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">JoyfulVeganTrips.com</a> AFFILIATE PARTNERS: <ul> <li>Nama Juicer — <a href="https://namawell.com/products/vitality-5800/?ref=joyfulvegan" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Use this link</a> and coupon code COLLEEN10 and get 10% off my favorite juicer.</li> <li>Plaine Products — <a href="https://www.plaineproducts.com/ref/161" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Use this link</a> and coupon code "compassion" for 15% off my favorite zero waste bath and body products.</li> <li>Complement — <a href="https://lovecomplement.com/products/complement-plus-smart-vegan-capsules?aff=152" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Use this link</a> and coupon code "joyfulvegan" and get 10% off my favorite supplements.</li> </ul> Thank you for listening.

Veganism is for the wealthy, privileged elite.

Many people who say they don’t care about what happens to farmed animals bred and killed for meat, dairy, and eggs are people who DO care about wildlife. Listen to today's small bite sound bite for more. —————— Support this podcast today at JoyfulVegan.com/Donate Visit my website: JoyfulVegan.com Join me on an all-inclusive vegan trip: JoyfulVeganTrips.com AFFILIATE PARTNERS:  Nama Juicer — Use this link and coupon code COLLEEN10 and get 10% off my favorite juicer. Plaine Products — Use this link and coupon code "compassion" for 15% off my favorite zero waste bath and body products. Complement —  Use this link and coupon code "joyfulvegan" and get 10% off my favorite supplements.  Thank you for listening.

Many people who say they don’t care about what happens to farmed animals bred and killed for meat, dairy, and eggs are people who DO care about wildlife. Listen to today's small bite sound bite for more. —————— Support this podcast today at <a href="http://www.joyfulvegan.com/donate" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">JoyfulVegan.com/Donate</a> Visit my website: <a href="http://www.JoyfulVegan.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">JoyfulVegan.com</a> Join me on an all-inclusive vegan trip: <a href="http://www.JoyfulVeganTrips.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">JoyfulVeganTrips.com</a> AFFILIATE PARTNERS: <ul> <li>Nama Juicer — <a href="https://namawell.com/products/vitality-5800/?ref=joyfulvegan" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Use this link</a> and coupon code COLLEEN10 and get 10% off my favorite juicer.</li> <li>Plaine Products — <a href="https://www.plaineproducts.com/ref/161" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Use this link</a> and coupon code "compassion" for 15% off my favorite zero waste bath and body products.</li> <li>Complement — <a href="https://lovecomplement.com/products/complement-plus-smart-vegan-capsules?aff=152" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Use this link</a> and coupon code "joyfulvegan" and get 10% off my favorite supplements.</li> </ul> Thank you for listening.

If you care about wildlife...

“Those who have a ‘why’ to live, can bear with almost any ‘how,” wrote Viktor Frankl, author of Man's Search for Meaning. The question isn't "how can I be happy in my life?" but rather "how can I create meaning and purpose in my life?" When we seek meaning, happiness follows. Here is a list of 50 ways to create a meaningful, purposeful life that have worked for me. May it be a guide for you.  —————— Support this podcast today at JoyfulVegan.com/Donate Visit my website: JoyfulVegan.com Join me on an all-inclusive vegan trip: JoyfulVeganTrips.com AFFILIATE PARTNERS:  Nama Juicer — Use this link and coupon code COLLEEN10 and get 10% off my favorite juicer. Plaine Products — Use this link and coupon code "compassion" for 15% off my favorite zero waste bath and body products. Complement —  Use this link and coupon code "joyfulvegan" and get 10% off my favorite supplements.  Thank you for listening.

“Those who have a ‘why’ to live, can bear with almost any ‘how,” wrote Viktor Frankl, author of Man's Search for Meaning. The question isn't "how can I be happy in my life?" but rather "how can I create meaning and purpose in my life?" When we seek meaning, happiness follows. Here is a list of 50 ways to create a meaningful, purposeful life that have worked for me. May it be a guide for you.  —————— Support this podcast today at <a href="http://www.joyfulvegan.com/donate" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">JoyfulVegan.com/Donate</a> Visit my website: <a href="http://www.JoyfulVegan.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">JoyfulVegan.com</a> Join me on an all-inclusive vegan trip: <a href="http://www.JoyfulVeganTrips.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">JoyfulVeganTrips.com</a> AFFILIATE PARTNERS: <ul> <li>Nama Juicer — <a href="https://namawell.com/products/vitality-5800/?ref=joyfulvegan" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Use this link</a> and coupon code COLLEEN10 and get 10% off my favorite juicer.</li> <li>Plaine Products — <a href="https://www.plaineproducts.com/ref/161" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Use this link</a> and coupon code "compassion" for 15% off my favorite zero waste bath and body products.</li> <li>Complement — <a href="https://lovecomplement.com/products/complement-plus-smart-vegan-capsules?aff=152" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Use this link</a> and coupon code "joyfulvegan" and get 10% off my favorite supplements.</li> </ul> Thank you for listening.

50 Ways to Create a Meaningful Life: Everything I Know I’ve Learned from Living (REBROADCAST)

At some point, we started believing (and telling each other) that eating only plant foods (i.e. being vegan) is extreme. We started believing that there’s something radical about eating fruits, vegetables, nuts, grains, seeds, beans, mushrooms, herbs, and spices. Here's what's extreme. Listen to today's small bite sound bite for more. —————— Support this podcast today at JoyfulVegan.com/Donate Visit my website: JoyfulVegan.com Join me on an all-inclusive vegan trip: JoyfulVeganTrips.com AFFILIATE PARTNERS:  Nama Juicer — Use this link and coupon code COLLEEN10 and get 10% off my favorite juicer. Plaine Products — Use this link and coupon code "compassion" for 15% off my favorite zero waste bath and body products. Complement —  Use this link and coupon code "joyfulvegan" and get 10% off my favorite supplements.  Thank you for listening.

At some point, we started believing (and telling each other) that eating only plant foods (i.e. being vegan) is extreme. We started believing that there’s something radical about eating fruits, vegetables, nuts, grains, seeds, beans, mushrooms, herbs, and spices. Here's what's extreme. Listen to today's small bite sound bite for more. —————— Support this podcast today at <a href="http://www.joyfulvegan.com/donate" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">JoyfulVegan.com/Donate</a> Visit my website: <a href="http://www.JoyfulVegan.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">JoyfulVegan.com</a> Join me on an all-inclusive vegan trip: <a href="http://www.JoyfulVeganTrips.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">JoyfulVeganTrips.com</a> AFFILIATE PARTNERS: <ul> <li>Nama Juicer — <a href="https://namawell.com/products/vitality-5800/?ref=joyfulvegan" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Use this link</a> and coupon code COLLEEN10 and get 10% off my favorite juicer.</li> <li>Plaine Products — <a href="https://www.plaineproducts.com/ref/161" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Use this link</a> and coupon code "compassion" for 15% off my favorite zero waste bath and body products.</li> <li>Complement — <a href="https://lovecomplement.com/products/complement-plus-smart-vegan-capsules?aff=152" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Use this link</a> and coupon code "joyfulvegan" and get 10% off my favorite supplements.</li> </ul> Thank you for listening.

Don't you agree that veganism is a bit extreme?

Countless conclusive studies point to the benefits of plant foods, including versatile soy beans in their myriad forms, and yet fear mongering persists about this ancient food. Listen to today's small bite sound bite for more. —————— Support this podcast today at JoyfulVegan.com/Donate Visit my website: JoyfulVegan.com Join me on an all-inclusive vegan trip: JoyfulVeganTrips.com AFFILIATE PARTNERS:  Nama Juicer — Use this link and coupon code COLLEEN10 and get 10% off my favorite juicer. Plaine Products — Use this link and coupon code "compassion" for 15% off my favorite zero waste bath and body products. Complement —  Use this link and coupon code "joyfulvegan" and get 10% off my favorite supplements.  Thank you for listening.

Countless conclusive studies point to the benefits of plant foods, including versatile soy beans in their myriad forms, and yet fear mongering persists about this ancient food. Listen to today's small bite sound bite for more. —————— Support this podcast today at <a href="http://www.joyfulvegan.com/donate" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">JoyfulVegan.com/Donate</a> Visit my website: <a href="http://www.JoyfulVegan.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">JoyfulVegan.com</a> Join me on an all-inclusive vegan trip: <a href="http://www.JoyfulVeganTrips.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">JoyfulVeganTrips.com</a> AFFILIATE PARTNERS: <ul> <li>Nama Juicer — <a href="https://namawell.com/products/vitality-5800/?ref=joyfulvegan" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Use this link</a> and coupon code COLLEEN10 and get 10% off my favorite juicer.</li> <li>Plaine Products — <a href="https://www.plaineproducts.com/ref/161" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Use this link</a> and coupon code "compassion" for 15% off my favorite zero waste bath and body products.</li> <li>Complement — <a href="https://lovecomplement.com/products/complement-plus-smart-vegan-capsules?aff=152" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Use this link</a> and coupon code "joyfulvegan" and get 10% off my favorite supplements.</li> </ul> Thank you for listening.

Demonizing soy. It's just a bean!

The problem with this justification is that it implies there’s no victim and that our desires or preferences take precedence over anything — or anyone — else. Listen to today's small bite sound bite for more. —————— Support this podcast today at JoyfulVegan.com/Donate Visit my website: JoyfulVegan.com Join me on an all-inclusive vegan trip: JoyfulVeganTrips.com AFFILIATE PARTNERS:  Nama Juicer — Use this link and coupon code COLLEEN10 and get 10% off my favorite juicer. Plaine Products — Use this link and coupon code "compassion" for 15% off my favorite zero waste bath and body products. Complement —  Use this link and coupon code "joyfulvegan" and get 10% off my favorite supplements.  Thank you for listening.

The problem with this justification is that it implies there’s no victim and that our desires or preferences take precedence over anything — or anyone — else. Listen to today's small bite sound bite for more. —————— Support this podcast today at <a href="http://www.joyfulvegan.com/donate" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">JoyfulVegan.com/Donate</a> Visit my website: <a href="http://www.JoyfulVegan.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">JoyfulVegan.com</a> Join me on an all-inclusive vegan trip: <a href="http://www.JoyfulVeganTrips.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">JoyfulVeganTrips.com</a> AFFILIATE PARTNERS: <ul> <li>Nama Juicer — <a href="https://namawell.com/products/vitality-5800/?ref=joyfulvegan" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Use this link</a> and coupon code COLLEEN10 and get 10% off my favorite juicer.</li> <li>Plaine Products — <a href="https://www.plaineproducts.com/ref/161" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Use this link</a> and coupon code "compassion" for 15% off my favorite zero waste bath and body products.</li> <li>Complement — <a href="https://lovecomplement.com/products/complement-plus-smart-vegan-capsules?aff=152" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Use this link</a> and coupon code "joyfulvegan" and get 10% off my favorite supplements.</li> </ul> Thank you for listening.

Eating meat is a personal choice.

Food for Thought is THE resource for living compassionately and healthfully. Listen to insightful, common sense perspectives about food, animals, cooking, eating, health, language, politics, zero waste living, literature, film, advocacy, and so much more from the Joyful Vegan herself, Colleen Patrick-Goudreau.

I love how accepting and informative Colleen is.

Compassionate to all

My favorite vegan

Food for Thought: The Joys and Benefits of Living Vegan

I believe that shifting the way we talk about, think about, and behave towards other animals will impact them positively in the long term. But I also believe that as people who care about animals, we need to be politically engaged, because it’s not enough to change hearts and minds; we also have to change laws in order to protect animals from violence and exploitation. If you're looking to become empowered and emboldened to be a voice for animals, this is the episode for you. Support this podcast today at Patreon.com/ColleenPatrickGoudreau Visit my website: JoyfulVegan.com Join me on an all-inclusive vegan trip: JoyfulVeganTrips.com AFFILIATE PARTNERS:  Nama Juicer — Use this link and coupon code COLLEEN10 and get 10% off my favorite juicer. Plaine Products — Use this link and coupon code "compassion" for 15% off my favorite zero waste bath and body products. Complement —  Use this link and coupon code "joyfulvegan" and get 10% off my favorite supplements. 

I believe that shifting the way we talk about, think about, and behave towards other animals will impact them positively in the long term. But I also believe that as people who care about animals, we need to be politically engaged, because it’s not enough to change hearts and minds; we also have to change laws in order to protect animals from violence and exploitation. If you're looking to become empowered and emboldened to be a voice for animals, this is the episode for you. Support this podcast today at <a href="http://www.Patreon.com/ColleenPatrickGoudreau" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Patreon.com/ColleenPatrickGoudreau</a> Visit my website: <a href="http://www.JoyfulVegan.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">JoyfulVegan.com</a> Join me on an all-inclusive vegan trip: <a href="http://www.JoyfulVeganTrips.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">JoyfulVeganTrips.com</a> AFFILIATE PARTNERS: <ul> <li>Nama Juicer — <a href="https://namawell.com/products/vitality-5800/?ref=joyfulvegan" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Use this link</a> and coupon code COLLEEN10 and get 10% off my favorite juicer.</li> <li>Plaine Products — <a href="https://www.plaineproducts.com/ref/161" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Use this link</a> and coupon code "compassion" for 15% off my favorite zero waste bath and body products.</li> <li>Complement — <a href="https://lovecomplement.com/products/complement-plus-smart-vegan-capsules?aff=152" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Use this link</a> and coupon code "joyfulvegan" and get 10% off my favorite supplements.</li> </ul>

Laws for Animals: Effective Political Activism

 There are a lot of opinions and theories about whether it’s better to eat more cooked veggies or more raw veggies -- or about whether it's more beneficial to eat 100% raw fruits and veggies and avoid cooked foods altogether. In today's episode I hope to settle this once and for all. Support this podcast today at Patreon.com/ColleenPatrickGoudreau Visit my website: JoyfulVegan.com Join me on an all-inclusive vegan trip: JoyfulVeganTrips.com AFFILIATE PARTNERS:  Nama Juicer — Use this link and coupon code COLLEEN10 and get 10% off my favorite juicer. Plaine Products — Use this link and coupon code "compassion" for 15% off my favorite zero waste bath and body products. Complement —  Use this link and coupon code "joyfulvegan" and get 10% off my favorite supplements. 

There are a lot of opinions and theories about whether it’s better to eat more cooked veggies or more raw veggies -- or about whether it's more beneficial to eat 100% raw fruits and veggies and avoid cooked foods altogether. In today's episode I hope to settle this once and for all. Support this podcast today at <a href="http://www.Patreon.com/ColleenPatrickGoudreau" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Patreon.com/ColleenPatrickGoudreau</a> Visit my website: <a href="http://www.JoyfulVegan.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">JoyfulVegan.com</a> Join me on an all-inclusive vegan trip: <a href="http://www.JoyfulVeganTrips.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">JoyfulVeganTrips.com</a> AFFILIATE PARTNERS: <ul> <li>Nama Juicer — <a href="https://namawell.com/products/vitality-5800/?ref=joyfulvegan" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Use this link</a> and coupon code COLLEEN10 and get 10% off my favorite juicer.</li> <li>Plaine Products — <a href="https://www.plaineproducts.com/ref/161" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Use this link</a> and coupon code "compassion" for 15% off my favorite zero waste bath and body products.</li> <li>Complement — <a href="https://lovecomplement.com/products/complement-plus-smart-vegan-capsules?aff=152" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Use this link</a> and coupon code "joyfulvegan" and get 10% off my favorite supplements.</li> </ul>

Raw vs. Cooked Foods: Which is Better?

Cow's milk contains calcium because cows eat grass. Calcium is a mineral that comes from the ground, which means, like grass, all green leafy vegetables are teeming with this nutrient. Let's explore the rationale behind human adults drinking another animal's milk when we don't even drink our own species' milk into adulthood. Perhaps all the calves are laughing at us, for even they stop drinking their own mothers' milk when they become adults. In other words, I think we have a lot to learn from the cows.

Cow's milk contains calcium because cows eat grass. Calcium is a mineral that comes from the ground, which means, like grass, all green leafy vegetables are teeming with this nutrient. Let's explore the rationale behind human adults drinking another animal's milk when we don't even drink our own species' milk into adulthood. Perhaps all the calves are laughing at us, for even they stop drinking their own mothers' milk when they become adults. In other words, I think we have a lot to learn from the cows.

Where do I get my calcium if I don't drink cow's milk?

Even though I address a number of typical responses and excuses in previous podcast episodes, I felt it was important to return to this topic, because there really is such an interesting dynamic that takes place when someone says "I'm vegan." Some responses can throw the vegan for a loop, including: "I'm vegan, too, but I eat chicken, fish, and eggs" or "I tried being vegan, but I felt tired and lethargic" or "I used to be vegan, but now I buy 'humane' meat, dairy, and eggs and feel good being connected to my food" or "I used to be vegan, but my acupuncturist told me I had to start eating (animal) meat again, and so I have." Take a listen, and hopefully some of my suggestions will help when replying to such statements.  

Even though I address a number of typical responses and excuses in previous podcast episodes, I felt it was important to return to this topic, because there really is such an interesting dynamic that takes place when someone says "I'm vegan." Some responses can throw the vegan for a loop, including: "I'm vegan, too, but I eat chicken, fish, and eggs" or "I tried being vegan, but I felt tired and lethargic" or "I used to be vegan, but now I buy 'humane' meat, dairy, and eggs and feel good being connected to my food" or "I used to be vegan, but my acupuncturist told me I had to start eating (animal) meat again, and so I have." Take a listen, and hopefully some of my suggestions will help when replying to such statements.

Responses to 'I'm Vegan' and How to Reply

In today's episode, I relate my interaction with a non-vegan neighbor about whether it's ever possible to keep and kill animals "humanely," and I talk to a couple listeners about how best to represent veganism with non-vegan, animal-loving co-workers and colleagues. The center of this episode, however, is my response to a woman who wrote to me to ask how I can help her reconcile her embarrassment about being vegan and overweight. Not surprisingly, I have an opinion. If you'd like to hear it, take a listen. If you like what you hear, please share it.

In today's episode, I relate my interaction with a non-vegan neighbor about whether it's ever possible to keep and kill animals "humanely," and I talk to a couple listeners about how best to represent veganism with non-vegan, animal-loving co-workers and colleagues. The center of this episode, however, is my response to a woman who wrote to me to ask how I can help her reconcile her embarrassment about being vegan and overweight. Not surprisingly, I have an opinion. If you'd like to hear it, take a listen. If you like what you hear, please share it.

The Shame of Overweight Vegans

As an advocate for animals and compassionate living for over 25 years, you can imagine I've made mistakes, I've learned a bit, and I've thought a lot about what is effective -- and what is not. And so I give you 10 Habits of Highly Effective Advocates. Take a listen, and enjoy some lil' shareables, if you're so inclined to share:  *The goal is to live according to compassion. The goal is not to “live according to veganism.”   *When you think being vegan is the end goal -- the badge, the destination, you get hung up on trying to be perfect or achieving a state of purity, and you forget what being vegan is all about.  *Being vegan is the means to the goal and that goal is unconditional compassion and optimal wellness.  *Highly Effective Advocates understand that perfection is the enemy of the good. *The problems we face in our world are not because we have so much compassion we don’t know what to do with it. The problems are because people aren’t living according to their own values of compassion and kindness. *We know we’re no better than anyone else for being vegan; we’re just better than who we used to be. *Highly Effective Advocates make connections rather than create separations. *Highly Effective Advocates ask themselves, "Do I want to be right or do I want to be effective?" *I didn’t stop eating meat because I stopped liking the taste; I stopped eating it because I realized it was made of animals who were suffering." *This issue isn't me against you; vegan against non-vegan; my moral superiority over your moral superiority. It’s about all of us being against violence and cruelty. *If I profess to be a compassionate person, it doesn’t mean I get to be compassionate only to those I like or who agree with me. *Compassion isn’t compassion unless it is felt for everyone -- the guilty and the non-guilty, the kind and the unkind, the good and the evil. *Authentic compassion means having compassion even for those who do are not compassionate. *The more compassion I give, the more that gets created in the world. The more compassion I withhold, the less there is. *Having a clear intention about your goal and making that goal about truth rather than outcome will make you a successful, effective advocate 100% of the time.  *May our daily choices be a reflection of our deepest values and may we use our voices to speak for those who need us most, those who have no voice.

As an advocate for animals and compassionate living for over 25 years, you can imagine I've made mistakes, I've learned a bit, and I've thought a lot about what is effective -- and what is not. And so I give you 10 Habits of Highly Effective Advocates. Take a listen, and enjoy some lil' shareables, if you're so inclined to share:  *The goal is to live according to compassion. The goal is not to “live according to veganism.”   *When you think being vegan is the end goal -- the badge, the destination, you get hung up on trying to be perfect or achieving a state of purity, and you forget what being vegan is all about.  *Being vegan is the means to the goal and that goal is unconditional compassion and optimal wellness.  *Highly Effective Advocates understand that perfection is the enemy of the good. *The problems we face in our world are not because we have so much compassion we don’t know what to do with it. The problems are because people aren’t living according to their own values of compassion and kindness. *We know we’re no better than anyone else for being vegan; we’re just better than who we used to be. *Highly Effective Advocates make connections rather than create separations. *Highly Effective Advocates ask themselves, "Do I want to be right or do I want to be effective?" *I didn’t stop eating meat because I stopped liking the taste; I stopped eating it because I realized it was made of animals who were suffering." *This issue isn't me against you; vegan against non-vegan; my moral superiority over your moral superiority. It’s about all of us being against violence and cruelty. *If I profess to be a compassionate person, it doesn’t mean I get to be compassionate only to those I like or who agree with me. *Compassion isn’t compassion unless it is felt for everyone -- the guilty and the non-guilty, the kind and the unkind, the good and the evil. *Authentic compassion means having compassion even for those who do are not compassionate. *The more compassion I give, the more that gets created in the world. The more compassion I withhold, the less there is. *Having a clear intention about your goal and making that goal about truth rather than outcome will make you a successful, effective advocate 100% of the time. *May our daily choices be a reflection of our deepest values and may we use our voices to speak for those who need us most, those who have no voice.

10 Habits of Highly Effective Advocates

Even if you're not planning on transitioning to a vegan diet, I think you'll find this episode very helpful. Packed with helpful tips and shortcuts, this episode addresses the pragmatics of eating and cooking healthfully, offers suggestions for eating locally, speaks to those who say they are hungry when they eat vegan, and provides insight into why people react with anger and/or hostility when you tell them you're vegan. (You'll even hear from my cat, Schuster, who decided to chime in unexpectedly! His brother, Simon, had nothing to say.)

Even if you're not planning on transitioning to a vegan diet, I think you'll find this episode very helpful. Packed with helpful tips and shortcuts, this episode addresses the pragmatics of eating and cooking healthfully, offers suggestions for eating locally, speaks to those who say they are hungry when they eat vegan, and provides insight into why people react with anger and/or hostility when you tell them you're vegan. (You'll even hear from my cat, Schuster, who decided to chime in unexpectedly! His brother, Simon, had nothing to say.)

Transitioning to a Vegan Diet - or - Tips for Eating Healthfully

In this first episode about my zero waste journey, I share the principles that have absolutely changed my thinking and way of living. Zero Waste is not simply about my making YouTube videos about how to make zero-waste almond milk (though I will do that!), it's a way of thinking that profoundly changes our approach to resources and production, going beyond "waste diversion" and striving to ensure that products are designed to be repaired, refurbished, and reused, creating a circular economy rather than a linear economy of make, use, dispose. And it's definitely not about recycling. Recycling IS waste. Have I blown your mind yet? Supporters receive transcripts of all episodes. Patreon.com/ColleenPatrickGoudreau

In this first episode about my zero waste journey, I share the principles that have absolutely changed my thinking and way of living. Zero Waste is not simply about my making YouTube videos about how to make zero-waste almond milk (though I will do that!), it's a way of thinking that profoundly changes our approach to resources and production, going beyond "waste diversion" and striving to ensure that products are designed to be repaired, refurbished, and reused, creating a circular economy rather than a linear economy of make, use, dispose. And it's definitely not about recycling. Recycling IS waste. Have I blown your mind yet? <a href="http://www.patreon.com/colleenpatrickgoudreau" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Supporters</a> receive transcripts of all episodes. <a href="http://Patreon.com/ColleenPatrickGoudreau" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Patreon.com/ColleenPatrickGoudreau</a>

Zero Waste: It Ain't About Recycling

Though some people do lose weight upon becoming vegan (which makes sense because you're eating fewer calorie-dense foods) and though vegans do have a lower body mass index than non-vegetarians, weight loss is not automatic for everyone. Rather than promise that "if you go vegan, you will lose weight," it's much more accurate to say "people who switch from an animal-based diet to a plant-based diet tend to lose weight effortlessly because plants are much less calorie-dense than animal flesh and secretions." For those for whom weight loss is a goal, it's simply a numbers game: decreasing energy intake and increasing calorie output – and remember – calories are just units of energy. Today we talk about reducing calories.

Though some people do lose weight upon becoming vegan (which makes sense because you're eating fewer calorie-dense foods) and though vegans do have a lower body mass index than non-vegetarians, weight loss is not automatic for everyone. Rather than promise that "if you go vegan, you will lose weight," it's much more accurate to say "people who switch from an animal-based diet to a plant-based diet tend to lose weight effortlessly because plants are much less calorie-dense than animal flesh and secretions." For those for whom weight loss is a goal, it's simply a numbers game: decreasing energy intake and increasing calorie output – and remember – calories are just units of energy. Today we talk about reducing calories.

Losing Weight - Part Two: Calorie Reduction

 Often when you tell someone you’re vegan, the response is: “Why are you vegan? Is it for health or ethics?” Somehow, the answer matters, and depending on your answer, people respond differently. Join me as I discuss if our motivation to become vegan affects our dedication to remain vegan. I also share my opinion about people who identify as "plant-based" rather than "vegan." Support this podcast today at Patreon.com/ColleenPatrickGoudreau Visit my website: JoyfulVegan.com Join me on an all-inclusive vegan trip: JoyfulVeganTrips.com AFFILIATE PARTNERS:  Nama Juicer — Use this link and coupon code COLLEEN10 and get 10% off my favorite juicer. Plaine Products — Use this link and coupon code "compassion" for 15% off my favorite zero waste bath and body products. Complement —  Use this link and coupon code "joyfulvegan" and get 10% off my favorite supplements. 

Often when you tell someone you’re vegan, the response is: “Why are you vegan? Is it for health or ethics?” Somehow, the answer matters, and depending on your answer, people respond differently. Join me as I discuss if our motivation to become vegan affects our dedication to remain vegan. I also share my opinion about people who identify as "plant-based" rather than "vegan." Support this podcast today at <a href="http://www.Patreon.com/ColleenPatrickGoudreau" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Patreon.com/ColleenPatrickGoudreau</a> Visit my website: <a href="http://www.JoyfulVegan.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">JoyfulVegan.com</a> Join me on an all-inclusive vegan trip: <a href="http://www.JoyfulVeganTrips.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">JoyfulVeganTrips.com</a> AFFILIATE PARTNERS: <ul> <li>Nama Juicer — <a href="https://namawell.com/products/vitality-5800/?ref=joyfulvegan" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Use this link</a> and coupon code COLLEEN10 and get 10% off my favorite juicer.</li> <li>Plaine Products — <a href="https://www.plaineproducts.com/ref/161" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Use this link</a> and coupon code "compassion" for 15% off my favorite zero waste bath and body products.</li> <li>Complement — <a href="https://lovecomplement.com/products/complement-plus-smart-vegan-capsules?aff=152" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Use this link</a> and coupon code "joyfulvegan" and get 10% off my favorite supplements.</li> </ul>

Vegan for Health vs. Vegan for Ethics: Is There a Difference and Does it Matter?

What does it take to become (and stay) a joyful vegan? The answer is in ... The Joyful Vegan. Listen to today's podcast episode. JoyfulVegan.com

What does it take to become (and stay) a joyful vegan? The answer is in ... The Joyful Vegan. Listen to today's podcast episode. <a href="http://www.JoyfulVegan.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">JoyfulVegan.com</a>

The Joyful Vegan

In today's episode, I share with you a number of recent scenarios I found myself in where I had the opportunity to represent veganism and chose (choose) to do so in a positive way, whether it's ordering food in a non-vegan restaurant, dropping the "V" word into a non-vegan conversation, or meeting a friend of a friend who is on the Paleo (Pasturbation) diet. I also include a number of "What Would Colleen Do?" phone calls, including one that asks what I (as a vegan) feed my cats, one that asks about how to "be the vegan in the room" - or rather "in the workplace" - from a woman starting a new job, and one from a caller who wants to know how to engage with her mother, who has just been diagnosed with cancer and does want to hear about how a plant-based diet might help. Support this podcast today at Patreon.com/ColleenPatrickGoudreau Visit my website: JoyfulVegan.com Join me on an all-inclusive vegan trip: JoyfulVeganTrips.com AFFILIATE PARTNERS:  Nama Juicer — Use this link and coupon code COLLEEN10 and get 10% off my favorite juicer. Plaine Products — Use this link and coupon code "compassion" for 15% off my favorite zero waste bath and body products. Complement —  Use this link and coupon code "joyfulvegan" and get 10% off my favorite supplements. 

In today's episode, I share with you a number of recent scenarios I found myself in where I had the opportunity to represent veganism and chose (choose) to do so in a positive way, whether it's ordering food in a non-vegan restaurant, dropping the "V" word into a non-vegan conversation, or meeting a friend of a friend who is on the Paleo (Pasturbation) diet. I also include a number of "What Would Colleen Do?" phone calls, including one that asks what I (as a vegan) feed my cats, one that asks about how to "be the vegan in the room" - or rather "in the workplace" - from a woman starting a new job, and one from a caller who wants to know how to engage with her mother, who has just been diagnosed with cancer and does want to hear about how a plant-based diet might help. Support this podcast today at <a href="http://www.Patreon.com/ColleenPatrickGoudreau" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Patreon.com/ColleenPatrickGoudreau</a> Visit my website: <a href="http://www.JoyfulVegan.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">JoyfulVegan.com</a> Join me on an all-inclusive vegan trip: <a href="http://www.JoyfulVeganTrips.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">JoyfulVeganTrips.com</a> AFFILIATE PARTNERS: <ul> <li>Nama Juicer — <a href="https://namawell.com/products/vitality-5800/?ref=joyfulvegan" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Use this link</a> and coupon code COLLEEN10 and get 10% off my favorite juicer.</li> <li>Plaine Products — <a href="https://www.plaineproducts.com/ref/161" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Use this link</a> and coupon code "compassion" for 15% off my favorite zero waste bath and body products.</li> <li>Complement — <a href="https://lovecomplement.com/products/complement-plus-smart-vegan-capsules?aff=152" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Use this link</a> and coupon code "joyfulvegan" and get 10% off my favorite supplements.</li> </ul>

Being the Vegan in the Room: Representing Veganism in a Joyful Way

Join me for a great episode in which I answer some really common but important questions about how to deal with people who poke fun at or ignore your concern about animals. I also answer a great question about the myth that it costs more to eat healthfully. All of this follows my joyful riff about living among wildlife. Thank you to today's podcast sponsors: Animalearn - animalearn.org/compassion (free resources for opting out of animal dissection in schools) FakeMeats.com - fakemeats.com (your one-stop shop for your favorite vegan meats!) Music by Gosta Berling - gostaberling.com THIS EPISODE COMES IN THE MIDDLE OF OUR INDIEGOGO CAMPAIGN to bring BACK The 30-Day Vegan Challenge. Please support and share! 

Join me for a great episode in which I answer some really common but important questions about how to deal with people who poke fun at or ignore your concern about animals. I also answer a great question about the myth that it costs more to eat healthfully. All of this follows my joyful riff about living among wildlife. Thank you to today's podcast sponsors: Animalearn - <a href="http://www.animalearn.org/compassion" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">animalearn.org/compassion</a> (free resources for opting out of animal dissection in schools) <a href="http://FakeMeats.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">FakeMeats.com</a> - <a href="http://www.fakemeats.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">fakemeats.com</a> (your one-stop shop for your favorite vegan meats!) Music by Gosta Berling - <a href="http://www.gostaberling.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">gostaberling.com</a> THIS EPISODE COMES IN THE MIDDLE OF OUR <a href="http://igg.me/at/30dayveganchallenge" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">INDIEGOGO CAMPAIGN</a> to bring BACK The 30-Day Vegan Challenge. Please support and share!

Knowing Where You End and Another Person Begins

My main criteria for my "favorite foods" are things that I consume practically every day and love to prepare, and though my list may seem pedestrian, one thing I've discovered in the many years I’ve been doing this work is that even the most basic foods are still foreign to people. So, today I talk - at length! - about these five favorites.

My main criteria for my "favorite foods" are things that I consume practically every day and love to prepare, and though my list may seem pedestrian, one thing I've discovered in the many years I’ve been doing this work is that even the most basic foods are still foreign to people. So, today I talk - at length! - about these five favorites.

Five Favorite Foods: Carrots, Dates, Walnuts, Oats, Brussels Sprouts

Having experienced all these benefits of getting meat, dairy, and eggs out of our lives and having found our own voice, it's natural to next ask “Where do I fit into this whole thing?” “How can I help?” “What skills do I have that I can use to be part of the solution?” What's my contribution?” Finally, we can relax into this compassionate and healthy way of living and adapt fully and joyfully into a non-vegan world. This episode wraps up our 10 Stages of What Happens When you Stop Eating Animals.  Support this podcast today at Patreon.com/ColleenPatrickGoudreau Visit my website: JoyfulVegan.com Join me on an all-inclusive vegan trip: JoyfulVeganTrips.com AFFILIATE PARTNERS:  Nama Juicer — Use this link and coupon code COLLEEN10 and get 10% off my favorite juicer. Plaine Products — Use this link and coupon code "compassion" for 15% off my favorite zero waste bath and body products. Complement —  Use this link and coupon code "joyfulvegan" and get 10% off my favorite supplements. 

Having experienced all these benefits of getting meat, dairy, and eggs out of our lives and having found our own voice, it's natural to next ask “Where do I fit into this whole thing?” “How can I help?” “What skills do I have that I can use to be part of the solution?” What's my contribution?” Finally, we can relax into this compassionate and healthy way of living and adapt fully and joyfully into a non-vegan world. This episode wraps up our 10 Stages of What Happens When you Stop Eating Animals.  Support this podcast today at <a href="http://www.Patreon.com/ColleenPatrickGoudreau" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Patreon.com/ColleenPatrickGoudreau</a> Visit my website: <a href="http://www.JoyfulVegan.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">JoyfulVegan.com</a> Join me on an all-inclusive vegan trip: <a href="http://www.JoyfulVeganTrips.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">JoyfulVeganTrips.com</a> AFFILIATE PARTNERS: <ul> <li>Nama Juicer — <a href="https://namawell.com/products/vitality-5800/?ref=joyfulvegan" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Use this link</a> and coupon code COLLEEN10 and get 10% off my favorite juicer.</li> <li>Plaine Products — <a href="https://www.plaineproducts.com/ref/161" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Use this link</a> and coupon code "compassion" for 15% off my favorite zero waste bath and body products.</li> <li>Complement — <a href="https://lovecomplement.com/products/complement-plus-smart-vegan-capsules?aff=152" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Use this link</a> and coupon code "joyfulvegan" and get 10% off my favorite supplements.</li> </ul>

Advocacy & Adaptation: Fitting In and Living Joyfully in a Non-Vegan World

 Some people say: “Just because you’re vegan, doesn’t mean you’re healthy. Vegans eat a lot of processed foods. Processed foods are killing people. Processed foods are evil.” In today's episode, I offer my response to this idea that "processed foods" are bad for us or that they reflect poorly on veganism. The truth is we ALL eat "processed foods," and "vegan" is not a diet. Support this podcast today at Patreon.com/ColleenPatrickGoudreau Visit my website: JoyfulVegan.com Join me on an all-inclusive vegan trip: JoyfulVeganTrips.com AFFILIATE PARTNERS:  Nama Juicer — Use this link and coupon code COLLEEN10 and get 10% off my favorite juicer. Plaine Products — Use this link and coupon code "compassion" for 15% off my favorite zero waste bath and body products. Complement —  Use this link and coupon code "joyfulvegan" and get 10% off my favorite supplements. 

Some people say: “Just because you’re vegan, doesn’t mean you’re healthy. Vegans eat a lot of processed foods. Processed foods are killing people. Processed foods are evil.” In today's episode, I offer my response to this idea that "processed foods" are bad for us or that they reflect poorly on veganism. The truth is we ALL eat "processed foods," and "vegan" is not a diet. Support this podcast today at <a href="http://www.Patreon.com/ColleenPatrickGoudreau" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Patreon.com/ColleenPatrickGoudreau</a> Visit my website: <a href="http://www.JoyfulVegan.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">JoyfulVegan.com</a> Join me on an all-inclusive vegan trip: <a href="http://www.JoyfulVeganTrips.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">JoyfulVeganTrips.com</a> AFFILIATE PARTNERS: <ul> <li>Nama Juicer — <a href="https://namawell.com/products/vitality-5800/?ref=joyfulvegan" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Use this link</a> and coupon code COLLEEN10 and get 10% off my favorite juicer.</li> <li>Plaine Products — <a href="https://www.plaineproducts.com/ref/161" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Use this link</a> and coupon code "compassion" for 15% off my favorite zero waste bath and body products.</li> <li>Complement — <a href="https://lovecomplement.com/products/complement-plus-smart-vegan-capsules?aff=152" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Use this link</a> and coupon code "joyfulvegan" and get 10% off my favorite supplements.</li> </ul>

Processed Foods Are Evil! (Or Are They?)

Figs Vegan

The world lit up on fire with stories (from vegans and non-vegans, including on the BBC TV show QI) that these plants — and more — are "not vegan" because of the way they're pollinated. Listen to this episode for my thoughts. (JoyfulVegan.com)

The world lit up on fire with stories (from vegans and non-vegans, including on the BBC TV show QI) that these plants — and more — are "not vegan" because of the way they're pollinated. Listen to this episode for my thoughts. (<a href="http://www.joyfulvegan.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">JoyfulVegan.com</a>)

Are Avocados, Almonds, and Figs Vegan?

"Can you eat this?" "Are you allowed to eat that?" Can you eat bread?" These are some of the common questions non-vegetarians ask vegans, and here's the short answer: We can eat whatever we want. We're "allowed" to have whatever we want. Nobody’s stopping us. It’s not illegal. We don’t follow a set of dietary laws, and we are technically quite capable. It’s not a matter of not being "able to," it’s not a matter of "can" and "cannot." It’s a matter of not WANTING to. Being vegan is not about restriction. Or limitation. Or rules. Or doctrine. We're not forbidden to eat animals. we don’t WANT to eat animals. It's a choice - and a powerful choice that has the potential to heal the entire planet. Yes, I said it. Join me today as I define what it means to be vegan and why we should be thankful to the late Donald Watson for coining the word "vegan" and sparing us the title of "vitan," "benevore," or "sanivore." (And for the record, we eat bread.)

"Can you eat this?" "Are you allowed to eat that?" Can you eat bread?" These are some of the common questions non-vegetarians ask vegans, and here's the short answer: We can eat whatever we want. We're "allowed" to have whatever we want. Nobody’s stopping us. It’s not illegal. We don’t follow a set of dietary laws, and we are technically quite capable. It’s not a matter of not being "able to," it’s not a matter of "can" and "cannot." It’s a matter of not WANTING to. Being vegan is not about restriction. Or limitation. Or rules. Or doctrine. We're not forbidden to eat animals. we don’t WANT to eat animals. It's a choice - and a powerful choice that has the potential to heal the entire planet. Yes, I said it. Join me today as I define what it means to be vegan and why we should be thankful to the late Donald Watson for coining the word "vegan" and sparing us the title of "vitan," "benevore," or "sanivore." (And for the record, we eat bread.)

Definition: Vegan

In today's episode I share with you the ways I try to reduce the ecological footprint of living with cats from a zero-waste perspective. I cover toys/enrichment, food, and litter! Support this podcast today at Patreon.com/ColleenPatrickGoudreau Visit my website: JoyfulVegan.com Join me on an all-inclusive vegan trip: JoyfulVeganTrips.com AFFILIATE PARTNERS:  Nama Juicer — Use this link and coupon code COLLEEN10 and get 10% off my favorite juicer. Plaine Products — Use this link and coupon code "compassion" for 15% off my favorite zero waste bath and body products. Complement —  Use this link and coupon code "joyfulvegan" and get 10% off my favorite supplements. 

In today's episode I share with you the ways I try to reduce the ecological footprint of living with cats from a zero-waste perspective. I cover toys/enrichment, food, and litter! Support this podcast today at <a href="http://www.Patreon.com/ColleenPatrickGoudreau" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Patreon.com/ColleenPatrickGoudreau</a> Visit my website: <a href="http://www.JoyfulVegan.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">JoyfulVegan.com</a> Join me on an all-inclusive vegan trip: <a href="http://www.JoyfulVeganTrips.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">JoyfulVeganTrips.com</a> AFFILIATE PARTNERS: <ul> <li>Nama Juicer — <a href="https://namawell.com/products/vitality-5800/?ref=joyfulvegan" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Use this link</a> and coupon code COLLEEN10 and get 10% off my favorite juicer.</li> <li>Plaine Products — <a href="https://www.plaineproducts.com/ref/161" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Use this link</a> and coupon code "compassion" for 15% off my favorite zero waste bath and body products.</li> <li>Complement — <a href="https://lovecomplement.com/products/complement-plus-smart-vegan-capsules?aff=152" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Use this link</a> and coupon code "joyfulvegan" and get 10% off my favorite supplements.</li> </ul>

Zero Waste, Vegan, and Living with Cats

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