Best Faye Lewis (Viva Podcasts (2024)

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Dr. Michael Greger: Revolutionising Health, Debunking Myths, and Giving Back 6:15

22d ago6:15

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Dr. Michael Greger, a trailblaser in nutrition and lifestyle medicine, and author of How Not to Die joins Viva! to discuss his groundbreaking work with us during the pandemic and his personal motivation, sparked by his grandmother, to revolutionise health through diet. He dives into the urgent need to combat heart disease with preventive nutrition …

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Vegan Queen V: Freedom Warrior and the Fight for Liberation 11:55

22d ago11:55

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Vegan Queen V, the dynamic force behind the album Freedom Warrior, is celebrated for her passionate belief that vegans are freedom warriors fighting for liberation for all. Known for her powerful songs that highlight the themes of key documentaries like Cowspiracy and Land of Hope and Glory, she draws poignant parallels between human and animal rig…

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Gaz Oakley: Rockstar chef turned plant-based pioneer 11:24

22d ago11:24

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Gaz Oakley, the "Avant-Garde Vegan," is a renowned chef, author, and YouTuber known for his innovative and visually stunning vegan recipes. He has authored popular cookbooks like Vegan 100 and Plants Only Kitchen, inspiring many to embrace plant-based cooking. Gaz's commitment to sustainability and creative culinary approach has made him a leading …

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Genesis Butler: From TED Talk prodigy to global activism powerhouse 12:44

22d ago12:44

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Genesis Butler, a fearless young activist, made headlines with her TED Talk at just 10 years old. Known for her bold stance against the fossil fuel industry and her direct appeal to the Pope, Genesis is a powerful voice for environmental and animal rights. Her unwavering commitment to creating a sustainable future has positioned her as a leading fi…

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Mic the Vegan: The scientist behind the screen! 12:02

22d ago12:02

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Mic the Vegan, a prominent voice in the plant-based community, is back for his third appearance at Vegan Camp Out, reflecting on the event's impressive growth since his first visit in 2019. The festival's expansion highlights the UK’s leadership in veganism compared to the US, where consistency varies state by state. Mic shares insights into his Yo…

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Macca B: Breaking barriers and inspiring change through veganism and reggae 4:32

22d ago4:32

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Macca B, the pioneering reggae artist, reflects on his early vegan journey over thirty years ago when few understood his commitment to a plant-based lifestyle. He laughs at his visit to Serbia, where a waiter initially mistook his dietary choices for a sign of illness, highlights how attitudes have shifted as people now recognise the benefits of ve…

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Peter Egan: Viva! Champion and Leading the Charge for Change 6:09

25d ago6:09

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Juliette Gellatley, founder and director of Viva!, sits down with esteemed actor Peter Egan to discuss some of Viva!’s provocative campaigns, including the impactful dog roast stunt at Henley Regatta and its reception. Peter, who once faced questions about eating dogs before his transition to veganism, reflects on the stark hypocrisy he observed in…

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Lucy Watson: From reality TV to vegan activism and motherhood 14:33

25d ago14:33

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Lucy Watson, formerly of Made in Chelsea, has undergone a profound transformation since her time on a working farm where she witnessed the harsh realities of animal slaughter. The impact of Cowspiracy and the dairy industry further solidified her decision to stop eating animals, and her journey into veganism has expanded into activism, vegan cookbo…

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The Happy Pear: From Edgy Veg Shop to Joyful Living and True Alignment 11:41

25d ago11:41

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The Happy Pear brothers dive into the quest for genuine contentment amidst the pressures of modern society, where perpetual happiness often feels out of reach. Chatting live from Vegan Camp Out, they explore how social demands and the comfort trap of sedentary lifestyles conflict with our biological needs, leading to widespread dis-ease. Sharing in…

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#35 Vegan News Minisode - August 2024 5:58

25d ago5:58

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Bringing you the latest news from the world of veganism: Episode 36: July 2024 Welcome to the Vegan News Minisode, brought to you by leading vegan charity Viva!. Presenter Faye is this month joined by new co-host, Erin, as they bring you the latest plant-based lifestyle, food, and animal campaign news - filmed at Vegan Camp Out 2024! In this episod…

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Chris Packham: exposing environmental failures and fighting for a greener tomorrow 26:50

25d ago26:50

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Chris Packham, renowned naturalist, environmental advocate, and all around national treasure, brings his critical optimism to the discussion on pressing ecological issues. Live from Vegan Camp Out he passionately addresses with Faye, the need for accountability from leaders and bodies, including the NFU and Defra, while campaigning against profit-d…

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#35 Vegan News Minisode - July 2024 20:28

2M ago20:28

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Bringing you the latest news from the world of veganism: Episode 35: July 2024 Welcome to the Vegan News Minisode, brought to you by leading vegan charity Viva!. Presenter Faye is this month joined by Rachel as they bring you the latest plant-based lifestyle, food, and animal campaign news from around the globe. In this episode, Faye and Rachel dis…

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#34 Vegan News Minisode - June 2024 15:38

2M ago15:38

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Bringing you the latest news from the world of veganism: Episode 34: June 2024 Welcome to the Vegan News Minisode, brought to you by leading vegan charity Viva!. Presenter Faye is this month joined by Rachel as they bring you the latest plant-based lifestyle, food, and animal campaign news from around the globe. In this episode, Faye and Rachel dis…

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Introducing rapper and animal rights activist, Feldi! 42:20

3M ago42:20

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Rapper and animal rights activist Feldi has taken conscious rap to another level. Using his talents to advocate for animals through music, he brings the vegan message to a new audience. In this episode of the Viva podcast, Feldi opens up about his journey to veganism, his work as an activist, and the songs that have meant the most to him. Feldi wil…

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Doctors Daisy Lund & Clare Day talk B12, protein, Ozempic and why a vegan diet is the best! 54:37

3M ago54:37

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Doctors Daisy Lund and Clare Day discuss health narratives in the media, processed food, Ozempic, the Eatwell Guide, and their views on processed foods, oat milk and more!  Rachel and Faye sit down to ask plenty of health-related questions and discuss how they went about launching their own podcast In this episode:  Are processed meats terrible for…

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#33 Vegan News Minisode - May 2024 11:15

4M ago11:15

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The Vegan News Minisode with Faye Lewis  Bringing you the latest news from the world of veganism: Episode 33: May 2024 Welcome to the Vegan News Minisode, brought to you by leading vegan charity Viva!. Presenter Faye is this month joined by Rachel as they bring you the latest plant-based lifestyle, food and animal campaigns news from around the glo…

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Andy Shovel: THIS co-founder and former KFC addict! 40:26

4M ago40:26

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In this episode we are joined by entrepreneur Andy Shovel, co-founder of meat-free food brand THIS. A self-confessed former KFC addict who ran a burger company, Andy turned his business acumen to building one of the biggest meat alternative brands in the country. In this episode, Andy and Rachel discuss: How he built the THIS brand from a startup t…

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Maths graduate turned vegan activist Nicole Whittle, AKA Vegan Beauty Girl, talks to Viva! 37:47

4M ago37:47

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Nicole Whittle - otherwise known as Vegan Beauty Girl - is a maths graduate turned influencer and vegan activist. Her unique and honest social media presence is synonymous with the vegan movement, as she provides frank and supportive advice to her followers on everything from vegan food to cruelty-free skincare. In this episode, Nicole and Rachel d…

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Ryan Edwards of Cwmbran's Queen Inn, discusses being in the top five restaurants in the world! 33:02

4M ago33:02

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Ryan Edwards of Cwmbran's Queen Inn is reveling in the extraordinary achievement of being ranked among the top five vegan restaurants in the world (thanks to Happy Cow). Faye catches up with him to try out a vegan 3D-printed steak, to see if it lives up to the hype, and to find out about the history of the pub and the decision to be fully plant-bas…

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Special Feature: Thomas Pickering, director of I Could Never Go Vegan, talks to Viva! 35:52

5M ago35:52

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Thomas Pickering is a renowned documentary filmmaker known for his compelling storytelling. He joins Faye to discuss his latest documentary I Could Never Go Vegan exploring the challenges and misconceptions surrounding veganism, offering a complete debunk around the barriers to veganism, while examining the ethical, environmental, and health-relate…

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Stephanie Lane: founder of the group Speciesism.WTF 43:43

5M ago43:43

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Interdisciplinary Artist, Filmmaker, and Animal Rights Activist Stephanie Lane founded SPECIESISM.WTF in Summer 2023. By exploring the theme of speciesism, Stephanie aims to ignite a collective consciousness that recognises the inherent worth of and gives equal consideration to nonhuman beings, regardless of their species. Having taken part in one …

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#32 Vegan News Minisode - April 2024 14:14

5M ago14:14

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The Vegan News Minisode with Faye Lewis  Bringing you the latest news from the world of veganism: Episode 32: April 2024 Welcome to the Vegan News Minisode, brought to you by leading vegan charity Viva!. Presenter Faye is this month joined by Rachel as they bring you the latest plant-based lifestyle, food and animal campaigns news from around the g…

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#31 Vegan News Minisode - March 2024 18:32

6M ago18:32

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The Vegan News Minisode with Faye Lewis  Bringing you the latest news from the world of veganism: Episode 31: March 2024 Welcome to the Vegan News Minisode, brought to you by leading vegan charity Viva!. Presenter Faye is this month joined by Issy as they bring you the latest plant-based lifestyle, food and animal campaigns news from around the glo…

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Special Feature: Kip Andersen, American filmmaker, producer and writer talks Christspiracy with Viva! 29:04

6M ago29:04

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Kip Andersen is an American filmmaker, producer, writer, entrepreneur, and the founder of Animals United Movement (A.U.M.) an which focuses on promoting awareness and equality for all life. He is known for his such as , , and . He joins Faye to discuss his latest in the Spiracy documentary franchise, Christspiracy, which aims to expose a 2,000 year…

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Captain Paul Watson: founder of the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society 53:49

6M ago53:49

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In this episode, Issy sits down with Captain Paul Watson, a pioneering animal rights activist who founded the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society, an anti-poaching and direct action group focused on marine conservation activism. In this episode, Issy and Paul discuss: the release of his new book Hitman for the Kindness Club his direct action saving a…

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Earthling Ed: vegan educator, best-selling author, public speaker and content creator 1:16:08

6M ago1:16:08

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Ed Winters is a vegan educator, best-selling author, public speaker and content creator, widely known for his viral debates, speeches, and video essays. In this episode, Issy sits down with Ed to discuss his new book How to Argue With a Meat Eater (And Win Every Time), his nine-year vegan journey, how his mindset shifted from thinking vegans were h…

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Georgie Purcell: Animal Justice Party MP, advocate for animals and humans alike! 35:20

6M ago35:20

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Georgie Purcell, the Animal Justice Party MP, and a distinguished member of the Victorian Legislative Council representing Northern Victoria, made headlines in 2020 with her courageous inaugural speech. Despite being the youngest woman ever elected in the state, Georgie faced adversity head-on, openly addressing her past as a stripper and confronti…

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Dani Taylor: PlantBuild co-founder and vegan figure competitor and champion 35:40

6M ago35:40

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Dani Taylor is a vegan figure competitor and champion, the co-founder of VeganProteins.com, and also a co-founder of PlantBuilt.com As an overweight child and adolescent who believed that was the way she was “meant to be”, Dani switched to an ethical vegan diet and lost 30 pounds. At this point, she realised she had the power to change the way she …

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Andrew Fearn: the quiet half of Sleaford Mods opens up to Viva! 18:19

6M ago18:19

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Andrew Fearn, the quiet half of Sleaford Mods, the bedroom musician half and the half that soundtracks the caustic narratives of the other half, Jason Williamson, opens up about his vegan journey, compassion for animals and trying to do what he can.  Sleaford Mods have described their work as "electronic munt minimalist punk-hop rants for the worki…

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Emma Håkansson: director of Collective Fashion Justice 48:21

6M ago48:21

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In this episode, we are joined by Emma Håkansson, an incredible activist from Australia who is campaigning for the end of animal exploitation within the fashion industry while also reducing the toll fashion has on the environment and the people who work in the industry. She founded her organisation, Collective Fashion Justice, to enable changes by…

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Mark Wakeling: from hunter and soldier to vegan animal sanctuary owner 55:37

6M ago55:37

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Mark Wakeling’s journey from hunter and soldier to vegan animal sanctuary owner is captivating. The son of a man who ran livestock markets, where he worked as a boy, he used to hunt and fish and then became a soldier. After years in London as an actor and acting teacher, he returned to the country to find peace at Amberwood Sanctuary. 👉🏽Founded in …

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Jane Valez-Mitchell: journalist, activist and vegan media mogul! 55:03

6M ago55:03

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Jane Velez-Mitchell is an award-winning broadcast journalist, best-selling author, and the founder and managing editor of the streaming service UnchainedTV.  At the helm of , Velez-Mitchell has built a network of filmmakers, journalists, content creators, and animal rights activists who are all working towards a common goal: to make it as easy as p…

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#30 Vegan News Minisode - February 2024 7:00

7M ago7:00

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The Vegan News Minisode with Faye Lewis  Bringing you the latest news from the world of veganism: Episode 30: February 2024 Welcome to the Vegan News Minisode, brought to you by leading vegan charity Viva!. Presenter Faye is this month joined by Rachel as they bring you the latest plant-based lifestyle, food and animal campaigns news from around th…

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#28 Vegan News Minisode - December 2023 10:32

9M ago10:32

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The Vegan News Minisode with Faye Lewis  Bringing you the latest news from the world of veganism: Episode 28: December 2023 Welcome to the Vegan News Minisode, brought to you by leading vegan charity Viva!. Presenter Faye is this month joined by Rachel as they bring you the latest plant-based lifestyle, food and animal campaigns news from around th…

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#27 Vegan News Minisode - November 2023 21:16

10M ago21:16

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The Vegan News Minisode with Faye Lewis  Bringing you the latest news from the world of veganism: Episode 27: November 2023 Welcome to the Vegan News Minisode, brought to you by leading vegan charity Viva!. Presenter Faye is this month joined by Issy as they bring you the latest plant-based lifestyle, food and animal campaigns news from around the …

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#26 Vegan News Minisode - October 2023 6:13

11M ago6:13

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The Vegan News Minisode with Faye Lewis  Bringing you the latest news from the world of veganism: Episode 26: October 2023 Welcome to the Vegan News Minisode, brought to you by leading vegan charity Viva!. Presenter Faye is this month joined by Rachel as they bring you the latest plant-based lifestyle, food and animal campaigns news from around the…

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#25 Vegan News Minisode - September 2023 8:30

12M ago8:30

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The Vegan News Minisode with Faye Lewis  Bringing you the latest news from the world of veganism: Episode 25: September 2023 Welcome to the Vegan News Minisode, brought to you by leading vegan charity, Viva!. Presenter Faye is this month joined by Lex as they bring you the latest plant-based lifestyle, food and animal campaigns news from around the…

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Zack Polanski: Deputy Leader of the Green Party talks to Viva! Founder and Director Juliet Gellatley 47:46

1y ago47:46

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In this special feature, Viva!'s founder and director, Juliet Gellatley, chats to Zack Polanski, deputy leader of the Green Party at in Marylebone. Over dinner they discuss: Being deputy leader of the Green Party of England and Wales, as well as a London Assembly member Getting into politics Protecting the most vulnerable and marginalised What spar…

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Dave Dictor opens up: “If you’re vegan, there’s no part in death.” The punk rock legend catches up with Faye at Vegan Camp Out and talks about his enduring love for the animals 11:47

1y ago11:47

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Formed in 1979, MDC are one of the longest-lasting hardcore bands still touring. And frontman Dave Dictor is one of the most enduring, selfless vegans, who is a name check for any band in punk or hardcore. Dave talks to Faye live from Vegan Camp Out about how his love of animals will never abate and how easy it is to be vegan now. In this conversat…

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Sam Ryder: 2022 UK Eurovision Song Contest representative Sam talks about his love of vegans at the top of their game and catches up with Faye live at Vegan Camp Out 12:23

1y ago12:23

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Sam Ryder is an English singer, songwriter, producer, composer and social media personality. He rose to prominence in 2020, after posting music covers on TikTok, during the first UK lockdown. His breakthrough came after he represented the United Kingdom in the Eurovision Song Contest 2022 with Space Man- entry, and finishing first in the jury vote …

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John Robb: The renowned musician and journalist discusses a DIY grassroots approach to a vegan future, his bestselling book The History of Goth, and his friendship with Dale Vince and Chris Packham 50:35

1y ago50:35

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John Robb is an English musician and journalist best known as the bassist and singer for the mid-1980s band . He writes for and runs the website and a monthly music magazine of the same name. He has written several books on music and pens a column in Viva!life. John and Faye catch up at BIMM in Bristol to chat about a green future, and how that wil…

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The Vegan Queens: The Vegan Queens are a drag act with a difference – they promote veganism alongside their unwavering commitment to equality for all 14:29

1y ago14:29

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The Vegan Queens are a drag act with a difference – they promote veganism alongside their unwavering commitment to equality for all. Miasma and Gemini sit down with Faye live from Vegan Camp Out to talk about their vegan journey alongside decades of drag experience. In this conversation, Gemini, Miasma and Faye also discuss: Why drag is seen as cor…

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Josh Franceschi: The frontman of British rock band You Me at Six opens up about being vegan for eight years and talks about his concerns around the climate crisis live from Vegan Camp Out 25:53

1y ago25:53

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Josh Franceschi is the lead singer of British rock band You Me At Six; they have released eight albums to date, two of which reached number one, and Josh has been vegan for eight years. The You Me at Six frontman opens up to Faye about what it feels like to have been in a band for almost twenty years, despite only being in his thirties. He also tal…

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Calum Harris: The 24-year-old ‘Instagram sensation’ and cookbook author who appeared on Jamie Oliver's TV show The Great Cookbook Challenge is one to watch for all food lovers! 34:10

1y ago34:10

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In this episode, Calum speaks to Faye about his mission to help people to cook easy and accessible vegan food they actually want to make that is healthy. By his own admission, he’s relevant thanks to social media, though has gone from strength to strength, from being part of the Plantboiis collective to releasing his first cookbook. In this convers…

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Romesh Ranganathan: Sunday Times Bestseller, actor, writer, TV presenter and multi award-winning comedian Romesh Ranganathan talks about being “unfunny” and proudly vegan. 14:37

1y ago14:37

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Romesh sits down with Faye before his headline appearance at 2023’s Vegan Camp Out for a candid chat about his decade-long vegan journey, including why people direct anger at vegans and can’t perceive them as being funny. He also discusses his love of The Great British Bake Off and the importance of raising more awareness about the horrors of the d…

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Victoria Moran: Best-selling author, spiritualist, podcast host, Oprah star — oh, and PETA’s Sexiest Vegan Over 50 — talks to Viva!'s Faye Lewis 37:17

1y ago37:17

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In this new episode, Faye sits down with best-selling author, spiritualist, podcast host and Oprah star, Victoria Moran. Victoria Moran is the author of 13 books, including Main Street Vegan, The Good Karma Diet, Shelter for the Spirit, and the international bestseller, Creating a Charmed Life. She holds an undergraduate degree in religious studies…

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#78 India Reynolds: Model, Instagram star, Love Island Television Personality and Vegan Entrepreneur 28:19

1+ y ago28:19

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India is a TV reality star, model and influencer who rose to fame on the summer 2019 series of Love Island. India has had a prolific career since leaving the Villa, having done high profile vegan campaigns with PETA in addition to working as a Brand Ambassador for as well as launching her own swimwear collection with For the foodies out there, Indi…

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#24 Vegan News Minisode - March 7:22

1+ y ago7:22

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Welcome to the Vegan News Minisode, brought to you by leading vegan campaigning charity, Viva!. Presenters Faye and Lex bring you the latest plant-based lifestyle, food and animal campaigns news from around the globe. In this episode, Faye and Lex discuss Viva!'s collaboration with Extinction Rebellion (XR), Greta Thunberg's plans to sue the Swedis…

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#77 Melanie Joy PhD: Harvard-educated social psychologist, award-winning author, speaker and trainer 38:11

1+ y ago38:11

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Melanie is the world’s leading expert on the psychology of eating animals, most notable for introducing the concept of 'carnism' to describe the inconsistent thoughts, beliefs, or attitudes people have towards eating animals. She's written several award-winning books on the topic and how it impacts relationships between vegans and non-vegans as wel…

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#23 Vegan News Minisode - February 8:41

1+ y ago8:41

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Welcome to the Vegan News Minisode, brought to you by leading vegan campaigning charity, Viva!. Presenters Faye and Lex bring you the latest plant-based lifestyle, food and animal campaigns news from around the globe. In this episode, Faye and Lex discuss Viva!'s latest investigation which was covered by Private Eye, a pink-feathered pigeon found i…

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