Best Amberly Nava Podcasts (2025)

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Building a Brand Around Flavor: The Power of Content Creation & Community ft. Priya Lakshminarayan 28:03

28d ago28:03

28:03

🌿 Welcome to another episode of the Plant Based On Fire pod! 🌱👩‍🍳 Today, Bryan speaks with Priya Lakshminarayan, founder of Cookilicious, a vibrant vegetarian and vegan food blog. 🍴✍🏻 Priya shares her inspiring journey from home cook to successful entrepreneur. They delve into the challenges and rewards of building a food blog, the power of authent…

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The Power of Community: Crafting a Global Vegan Movement ft. Helene Greenberg 34:37

2M ago34:37

34:37

🌿 Welcome to another episode of the Plant Based On Fire pod! 🌱💼 In this episode of Plant Based On Fire, Bryan speaks with Helene Greenberg, a dynamic entrepreneur and passionate advocate for veganism, sustainability, and global cultural connection. 🌿🤝 Helene shares her journey into veganism, her passion for creating spaces that inspire people to em…

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World Vegan Travel: Elevating plant-based Adventures Worldwide ft. Brighde Reed 37:13

3M ago37:13

37:13

🌿 Welcome to another episode of the Plant Based On Fire pod! 🌱🌍 Today, Bryan interviews Brighde Reed, co-founder of World Vegan Travel. Brighde shares her journey of transforming traditional travel into vegan-friendly, luxurious, and culturally immersive experiences. ✈️💚 From Thailand to Japan, her company meticulously curates each trip to offer ve…

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Turning Recipes into a Movement: Veganism, Creativity, and Resilience ft. Nava Atlas 31:42

3M ago31:42

31:42

🌿 Welcome to another episode of the Plant Based On Fire pod! 🌱🌍 Bryan interviews Nava Atlas, celebrated vegan cookbook author and founder of The Vegan Atlas. 🎨📚 Nava reflects on her journey from a graphic designer to a leading advocate of plant-based living. She shares the challenges and rewards of self-publishing, discusses the intersection of art…

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Vegan Fitness Myths Busted: Inside Bold Body Fitness ft. Amanda and Zachary 30:55

4M ago30:55

30:55

🌿 Welcome to another episode of the Plant Based On Fire pod! 🌱🏋️ Today, Bryan interviews Amanda and Zachary, co-founders of Bold Body Fitness. Together, they discuss their fitness journeys, the challenges of building a plant-based business, and the myths surrounding vegan athletes. 💼💪 Amanda and Zachary share how their online coaching business empo…

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Crowdfunding, Community, and Compassion: Amplifying Vegan Businesses ft. V. Lynn Hawkins 40:08

4M ago40:08

40:08

🌿 Welcome to another episode of the Plant Based On Fire pod! 🌱📣 Bryan interviews V. Lynn Hawkins, co-founder of Vegan Visibility Productions. V. Lynn shares her journey from being a fitness instructor and commercial real estate lending professional to becoming a champion for vegan and plant-based entrepreneurs. 💼📈 She emphasizes the importance of b…

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Melanin, Heritage, and Healing: The Story Behind Pholk Beauty ft. Niambi Cacchioli 41:48

4M ago41:48

41:48

🌿 Welcome to another episode of the Plant Based On Fire pod! 🌱🌸 Bryan interviews Niambi Cacchioli, founder of Pholk Beauty, a skincare brand that merges her heritage, her love for botanicals, and her mission to support Afro-Appalachian farmers. 🌿🎨 As a historian of global Black culture, esthetician, and 5th-generation cultivator, Niambi has created…

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Nourishing Communities with Plant-Based Passion ft. Amber Poupore 42:32

4M ago42:32

42:32

🌿 Welcome to another episode of the Plant Based On Fire pod! 🌱🌳 Today, Bryan interviews Amber Poupore, the founder of Cacao Tree Cafe and The Clean Plate, two acclaimed vegetarian restaurants in Michigan. Amber shares her journey from working at a local vegetarian restaurant to opening her own eateries emphasizing fresh, organic, and whole plant-ba…

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Redefining Plant-Based Foods: How Abbott’s is Changing the Game ft. Tanya Flink 24:49

4M ago24:49

24:49

🌿 Welcome to another episode of the Plant Based On Fire pod! 🌱🥗 Today, Bryan interviews Tanya Flink, Sales and Marketing Coordinator at Abbott’s—a wellness company dedicated to creating clean, versatile plant proteins using real, whole food ingredients. 🥦📈 Tanya shares the origin story of Abbott’s, which began with founder Carrie Song’s quest to ma…

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The Fiber King: Unlocking Gut Health & Entrepreneurship ft. Jason Demchok 35:08

5M ago35:08

35:08

🌿 Welcome to another episode of the Plant Based On Fire pod! 🌱👑 Today, Bryan interviews Jason Demchok, affectionately known as the Fiber King. 🌍🥗 Jason's journey into plant-based living began with his passion for global food traditions, culinary exploration, and a desire for optimal health. He transformed his life through the power of a whole-food,…

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MALK's Rise to the Top: Clean Ingredients, Transparency, and Innovation ft. Jason Bronstad 32:10

5M ago32:10

32:10

🌿 Welcome to another episode of the Plant Based On Fire pod! 🌿 🌱🥛 Today, Bryan sits down with Jason Bronstad, the CEO of MALK Organics, to discuss the brand's rapid growth in the plant-based milk industry. ♻️📈 Jason shares insights into how he transitioned from corporate food and beverage giants to leading one of the fastest-growing plant-based mil…

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Beyond Healthcare: Microgreens, Medicine, and Reversing Disease ft Stephanie Spencer 53:23

5M ago53:23

53:23

🌿 Welcome to another episode of the Plant Based On Fire pod! 🌿 🌱👩‍⚕️ Today, Bryan interviews Stephanie Spencer, a former cardiac nurse with 27 years of experience in chronic disease management and the founder of Natural State of Health, a plant-based wellness service. 🫀🩺 Stephanie shares her inspiring journey from traditional healthcare to plant-ba…

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The Science of Skin: A Journey to Vegan Skincare Innovation ft. Dr. Zehra Murthy 30:05

5M ago30:05

30:05

🌿 Welcome to another episode of the Plant Based On Fire pod! 🌿 🌱👩‍⚕️ Today, Bryan interviews Dr. Zehra Murthy, Ph.D., a molecular biologist with over 40 years of experience and the founder of Belfiore Herbal, a vegan and botanical-based skincare brand. 🧬🌿 Dr. Murthy shares her journey from academia to entrepreneurship, explaining how her deep under…

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From Illness to Wellness: Reversing Chronic Disease with Plant-Based Medicine ft Dr. Jules Cormier 31:57

5M ago31:57

31:57

🌿 Welcome to another episode of the Plant Based On Fire pod! 🌿 🌱👩‍⚕️ Today, Bryan interviews Dr. Jules Cormier, a family medicine doctor and advocate for plant-based nutrition. Dr. Cormier shares his personal and professional journey, detailing how adopting a whole-food, plant-based diet helped him put multiple chronic conditions into remission, in…

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The Art of Ethical Branding: Insights from Studio Flora ft. Sophie Shand 27:02

5M ago27:02

27:02

🌿 Welcome to another episode of the Plant Based On Fire pod! 🌿 🌱🌸 Today, Bryan interviews Sophie Shand, the founder of Studio Flora, a graphic design agency dedicated to serving vegan and mission-driven brands. ✍🏻🎨Sophie shares her journey from working in traditional design agencies, where she often had to promote products that clashed with her veg…

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Vegan Visibility: How to Elevate Your Plant-Based Brand ft. Kathleen Gage 36:58

5M ago36:58

36:58

🌿 Welcome to another episode of the Plant Based On Fire pod! 🌿 🌱📣 Today, Bryan interviews Kathleen Gage, the founder of Vegan Visibility, an integrative marketing firm dedicated to promoting healthy living, compassion for animals, and environmental sustainability. 🗓💵Kathleen shares her journey of transforming her personal health into a professional…

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The Future of Food: How Mycelium is Revolutionizing Plant-Based Products ft. Sarah Marie Cole 32:48

6M ago32:48

32:48

🌿 Welcome to another episode of the Plant Based On Fire pod! 🌿 🌱🌲 Today, Bryan interviews Sarah Marie Cole, the Chief Marketing Officer of My Forest Foods. 🍄‍🟫🥓 Sarah Marie discusses the origins and evolution of My Forest Foods, a company that specializes in creating innovative mycelium-based products like MyBacon. She shares the challenges and suc…

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The Challenges and Triumphs of Scaling a Plant-Based Business ft. Danny O’Malley 35:22

6M ago35:22

35:22

🌿 Welcome to another episode of the Plant Based On Fire pod! 🌿 🥩🌱 Today, Bryan interviews Danny O’Malley, the visionary behind Before the Butcher and its Uncut line of plant-based meat alternatives. 🍔🫛 He started by working with Beyond Meat and then left to start Before the Butcher. The company focuses on creating meat alternatives that are nutriti…

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The Power of Vegan Media: Building a Plant-Based Empire ft. Angela Ivonne 25:41

6M ago25:41

25:41

🌿 Welcome to another episode of the Plant Based On Fire pod! 🌿 📺🌱 Today, Bryan sits down with Angela Yvonne, the dynamic executive producer and host of Vegan Pop Eats. Angela shares her journey from journalist to vegan advocate, highlighting how she turned her passion for veganism into a thriving media brand. 💡👐 The episode explores Angela’s person…

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Revolutionizing Ghana’s Vegan Scene ft. Majeed Suhuyini 32:02

6M ago32:02

32:02

🌿 Welcome to another episode of the Plant Based On Fire pod! 🌿 🌱🎬 Today, Bryan interviews Majeed Suhuyini, a vegan activist, actor, and filmmaker from Accra, Ghana. 🥩🥦 Majeed shares his remarkable journey from growing up in a family of butchers to becoming a passionate vegan advocate. He discusses the challenges and triumphs of promoting veganism i…

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Cultivating Community Through Vegan Ventures ft Ashley Castellanos 33:55

6M ago33:55

33:55

🌿 Welcome to another episode of the Plant Based On Fire pod! 🌿 🌱🥗 Today, Bryan interviews Ashley Castellanos, the founder of Vegan Ventures, a platform dedicated to connecting foodies and travelers with the best vegan experiences. 🌍✈️ Ashley shares her journey from living overseas and becoming vegan to establishing Vegan Ventures in Portland. She d…

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Healing with Purpose: Functional Medicine and Metabolic Typing ft. Martin Pytela 30:17

6M ago30:17

30:17

🌿 Welcome to another episode of the Plant Based On Fire pod! 🌿 🌱🧬 Today, Bryan interviews Martin Pytela, a renowned functional medicine expert and metabolic typing coach. 🥗🦠Martin shares his transformative journey from personal health struggles caused by mercury fillings to becoming a leading health coach and entrepreneur. He discusses the importan…

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VeggieFest Chicago: From Humble Beginnings to Global Phenomenon ft. Jonathan Kruger 22:06

6M ago22:06

22:06

🌿 Welcome to another episode of the Plant Based On Fire pod! 🌿 🌱🤝 Today, Bryan interviews Jonathan Kruger, one of the key volunteers behind VeggieFest Chicago, a leading vegetarian festival. Jonathan shares the festival's journey from its modest beginnings to becoming one of the largest vegetarian festivals in North America. 🌍👥 With a focus on comm…

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Dr. Veggie's Vision: Transforming Healthcare with Plant-Based Nutrition 39:20

6M ago39:20

39:20

🌿 Welcome to another episode of the Plant Based On Fire pod! 🌿 👨‍⚕️🌱 Today, Bryan interviews Dr. Ted Barnett, also known as Dr. Veggie. Dr. Barnett is the founder and president of Rochester Lifestyle Medicine Institute (RLMI), which aims to integrate plant-based nutrition into mainstream healthcare. 🩹🌍 They discuss Dr. Barnett's journey from radiol…

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From Health Crisis to Candy Innovator ft Katie Lefkowitz 29:12

7M ago29:12

29:12

🌿 Welcome to another episode of the Plant Based On Fire pod! 🌿 🍫🌱 Today, Bryan interviews Katie Lefkowitz, the founder and CEO of Harken Sweets. Katie shares her journey from being a Snickers fanatic to creating a plant-based candy bar following a colon cancer diagnosis. Harken Sweets uses date-based caramel and oat chocolate to offer a healthier a…

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Empowering Lives Through Holistic Health and Plant-Based Nutrition ft. Emma Levez Larocque 29:12

7M ago29:12

29:12

🌿 Welcome to another episode of the Plant Based On Fire pod! 🌿 👩‍⚕️🥗 Today, Bryan interviews Emma Levez Larocque, a registered holistic nutritionist, certified plant-based chef, and founder of Plant-Based R.H.N. 📚🌱 Emma shares her 30-year journey into veganism, starting from her first encounter with factory farming. She discusses her diverse career…

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Exploring the Science of Sentience ft Jonathan Balcombe 34:01

7M ago34:01

34:01

🌿 Welcome to another episode of the Plant Based On Fire pod! 🌿 🐟🪰Today, Bryan interviews Jonathan Balcombe, an esteemed ethologist, animal behavior expert, and author. 🦍📚Jonathan shares his lifelong passion for animals, his journey to veganism, and his dedication to leveraging science to raise the status of animals. Through fascinating anecdotes an…

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From Cattle Rancher to Sanctuary Founder: The Story of Rowdy Girl ft Renee King-Sonnen 38:48

7M ago38:48

38:48

🌿 Welcome to another episode of the Plant Based On Fire pod! 🌿 🚫🐄 Today, Bryan interviews Renee King-Sonnen, the founder of Rowdy Girl Sanctuary. Renee shares her powerful journey from being a Texas cattle rancher to creating a sanctuary for rescued farm animals. 👥🫀 Her story highlights the transformative power of compassion, the challenges of shif…

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The Six Pillars of Health: Transforming Lives With Lifestyle Medicine ft Donna Meyer 41:46

7M ago41:46

41:46

🌿 Welcome to another episode of the Plant Based On Fire pod! 🌿 🌱👩‍⚕️ Today, Bryan interviews Donna Meyer, a registered nurse and founder of Circle Wellness Coaching. 🫀🫚Donna shares her journey from being a cardiovascular nurse to becoming a certified Lifestyle Medicine Practitioner and Nurse Coach. 🥗🏋️‍♂️She discusses the transformative power of a …

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Digital Marketing With Heart: Balancing Ethics & Effectiveness ft. Tifany Mazza 23:56

8M ago23:56

23:56

🌿 Welcome to another episode of the Plant Based On Fire pod! 🌿 🌱 Today, Bryan interviews Tifany Mazza, founder of the Google Partner Certified digital marketing agency Tykio and the cruelty-free eCommerce business Not To Die For. 🫀 Tifany shares her journey from a non-vegan marketer to a dedicated vegan entrepreneur, discussing the unique challenge…

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From Isolation to Community: A Vegan Alliance for Men ft Jim O’Quinn 28:35

8M ago28:35

28:35

🌿 Welcome to another episode of the Plant Based On Fire pod! 🌿 🤝🌱Today, Bryan interviews Jim O’Quinn, founder of Bro Pro Vegans. Jim shares his 27-year journey as a vegan and the challenges he faced in connecting with like-minded men. 🫂👣Driven by a desire to create a supportive community, Jim founded an alliance where men can come together to share…

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From UX Design to Vegan Cheese: The House Party Story ft Lauren Joyner 35:05

8M ago35:05

35:05

🌿 Welcome to another episode of the Plant Based On Fire pod! 🌿 🧀Today, we're joined by Lauren Joyner, founder of House Party, who has transformed a personal craving for vegan queso into a booming business. Dive into Lauren's journey from UX designer to pioneering a healthier, sustainable approach to one of America's favorite comfort foods. 🌱Growing…

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From Track to Snack: A Quest for Cleaner, Tastier Vegan Options ft. Erin DeMarines 29:18

8M ago29:18

29:18

🌿 Welcome to another episode of the Plant Based On Fire pod! 🌿 🥗Erin DeMarines is the founder of eFitFoods, a vegan food developer, athlete, chef, and entrepreneur. Erin shares her journey from using her grandmother's cookie recipe to create a healthier snack for her clients to launching her successful vegan energy bar, 3BAR. The discussion explore…

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From Trauma to Triumph: A Holistic Sports Nutrition Revolution ft. Will Loiseau 23:15

9M ago23:15

23:15

🌿Welcome to another episode of the Plant Based On Fire pod!🌿 Today, Will Loiseau, the founder of Pro Healthy Choice, shares his transformative journey from personal health struggles to pioneering holistic sports nutrition. Will discusses his path from experimenting with diets to embracing a raw vegan lifestyle, and how his personal experiences spur…

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Pioneering Vegan Bodybuilding and the Power of Impactful Advocacy ft. Robert Cheeke 47:12

9M ago47:12

47:12

🌿Welcome to another episode of the Plant Based On Fire pod!🌿 In this inspiring episode, Bryan sits down with Robert Cheeke, renowned vegan bodybuilder and author, who shares his journey from a skinny farm kid to a champion in vegan bodybuilding. Cheeke discusses his early adoption of a vegan lifestyle, driven by a profound connection to animals rai…

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Cracking the Code: Masterclass on Conquering the U.S. Plant-Based Market ft. David Benzaquen 38:50

9M ago38:50

38:50

🌿Welcome to another episode of the Plant Based On Fire pod! In this enlightening episode, Bryan explores David Benzaquen's pivotal role in shaping the alternative protein industry. As the founder of Mission: Plant and co-founder of Moonshot Collaborative, David discusses his extensive experience, from launching a successful plant-based seafood comp…

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From Venture Capital to Vegan Proteins ft. Kristi Riordan 35:36

9M ago35:36

35:36

🌿Welcome to another episode of the Plant Based On Fire pod!🌿 In this revealing episode, Kristi Riordan, Co-Founder and CEO of Harvest B, shares her journey from an experienced tech executive in the U.S. to pioneering sustainable protein manufacturing in Australia. She discusses the motivation behind her shift to the plant-based industry, driven by …

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Crafting the Future: How Cell-Cultured Chocolate is Changing the Industry ft. Alan Perlstein 37:40

10M ago37:40

37:40

🌿Welcome to another episode of the Plant Based On Fire pod!🌿 In this inspiring episode of the Plant Based on Fire podcast, host Bryan delves into the world of sustainable chocolate with Alan Perlstein, CEO of California Cultured. Alan discusses his journey from his initial experiments in cell-cultured meat to pioneering sustainable chocolate and co…

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Healing Through Plants: The Path to a Healthier Planet and Self ft. Rachael Brown 34:13

10M ago34:13

34:13

🌿Welcome to another episode of the Plant Based On Fire pod!🌿 In this enlightening episode, Bryan sits down with Rachael Brown, a passionate advocate for whole food, plant-based, no-oil (WFPBNO) diets. Rachael shares her transformative health journey that led her from being diagnosed with high cholesterol to embracing a plant-based lifestyle, ultima…

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Redefining Manliness Through The Lens of Nature and Plant-Based Innovation ft. Mike Young 31:20

10M ago31:20

31:20

🌿Welcome to another episode of the Plant Based On Fire pod!🌿 In this captivating episode, Mike Young, founder of PlantBasedDiet.org, shares his journey to veganism and becoming a plant-based entrepreneur. He discusses the mission of his organization and the events they organize, such as VegFests and the Health Optimization Cruise. Mike emphasizes t…

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Seeds of Change: Cultivating a New Generation of Plant-Based Leaders ft. Samantha Derrick 29:57

10M ago29:57

29:57

🌿Welcome to another episode of the Plant Based On Fire pod! In this captivating episode, Samantha Derrick, founder of the Plant Futures Initiative, shares her journey and the mission of the organization to accelerate the transition to a plant-centric food system. She discusses the challenges she faced in finding a career path in the plant-based fie…

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Beyond Fitness: a Journey to Save Animals Through Entrepreneurship ft Brent Hagood 26:12

11M ago26:12

26:12

🌿Welcome to another episode of the Plant Based On Fire pod! In this captivating episode, we sit down with Brent Hagood, founder of One to Save Many. He shares his journey of starting a charity that raises funds and awareness for animal cruelty. The organization began as a pay-it-forward initiative and evolved into a movement of fit vegans wearing s…

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Pioneering Microalgae Protein for Earth and Space ft. Eugene Wang 38:32

11M ago38:32

38:32

🌿Welcome to another episode of the Plant Based On Fire pod In this captivating episode, Bryan converses with Eugene Wang, visionary entrepreneur and CEO of Sophie’s BioNutrients. Wang delves into his lifelong commitment to the plant-based food industry, inspired by his family’s legacy and his daughter's food allergies. He discusses the inception of…

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Beyond Farming: A Journey to Sustainable Plant Based Meat Production ft. Paul Shapiro 30:00

11M ago30:00

30:00

🌿Welcome to another episode of the Plant Based On Fire pod!🌿 In this captivating episode, Bryan delves into the mind of Paul Shapiro, CEO of The Better Meat Co., best-selling author, and a renowned advocate for sustainable food innovation. Shapiro shares his transformative journey from witnessing animal cruelty to spearheading technological advance…

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The Healthy Voyager: Revolutionizing Vegan Travel and Cuisine ft. Carolyn Scott-Hamilton 22:04

11M ago22:04

22:04

🌿Welcome to another episode of the Plant Based On Fire pod!🌿 In this inspiring episode, Carolyn Scott-Hamilton, also known as the Healthy Voyager, shares her journey from becoming a vegan in 1998 to establishing herself as a leader in the world of healthy, plant-based living and travel. Carolyn discusses her early challenges, her educational path i…

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A Tale of Two Entrepreneurs: Building a Plant-Based Brand from Scratch ft. Adam Hamilton & Josh Velasquez 25:51

11M ago25:51

25:51

🌿Welcome to another episode of the Plant Based On Fire pod! Today, Bryan interviews Josh D. Velasquez and Adam R. Hamilton, the innovative minds behind Shire's Naturals. This couple and co-founder duo delve into their unique journey from diverse backgrounds to pioneers in the plant-based food industry, emphasizing their commitment to creating healt…

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From Passion to Profession: The Evolution of Vegan Fitness Coaching ft. Karina Inkster 25:39

12M ago25:39

25:39

🌿 Welcome to another episode of the Plant Based On Fire pod! 🌿 In this enlightening episode of the Plant Based On Fire podcast, we sit down with Karina Inkster, a.k.a. Coach K, a renowned fitness and nutrition coach, author, and long-time vegan. Karina discusses the unique, personalized approach of her coaching programs at K.I. Health & Fitness, ai…

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Shaping the Future of Plant-Based Milk with Pecan Milk Cooperative ft. Nijil Jones 25:31

12M ago25:31

25:31

🌿 Welcome to another episode of the Plant Based On Fire pod! 🌿 In this episode of Plant Based on Fire, Bryan delves into the journey of Nijil Jamal Jones, the founder of Pecan Milk Cooperative. Nijil shares their transition from vegetarian to vegan and the inception of the cooperative, emphasizing the use of high-quality, local ingredients to creat…

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Fit Vegan Coaching: A New Era of Plant-Based Fitness ft. Maxime Sigouin 29:25

12M ago29:25

29:25

🌿 Welcome to another episode of the Plant Based On Fire pod! 🌿 In this enlightening episode of Plant Based on Fire, host Bryan speaks with Maxime Sigouin, the founder of Fit Vegan Coaching. Maxime shares his unique journey from a bodybuilder and powerlifter to a plant-based fitness coach, a transition sparked by his need to lose weight for a modeli…

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The Future of Cheese is Plant-Based ft. Kobi Regev 31:42

1y ago31:42

31:42

🌿 Welcome to another episode of the Plant Based On Fire pod! 🌿 In this episode of Plant Based on Fire, Bryan sits down with Kobi Regev, co-owner of Pleese Foods, to discuss his journey from a New York native to a pioneer in plant-based cheese. Faced with a personal challenge to give up dairy, Kobi and his wife embarked on a mission to create a vega…

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