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Renowned actress and writer Evanna Lynch and award-winning psychologist and bestselling author Dr. Melanie Joy have conversations with changemakers about how to shift our thinking to create a more just world for people, animals, and the planet—and to cultivate personal transformation in the process.
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Welcome to the John Oberg Podcast! John Oberg, a vegan and animal rights activist for 15 years, introduces his new podcast aimed at discussing all aspects of veganism. The show features bi-weekly discussions with experts, scholars, and enthusiasts on the importance of saving animals and promoting better eating habits. The goal is to extend the conversation beyond the vegan community and instigate societal change by highlighting the significance of protecting animals and empowering their voices.
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Creating a Vegan World: Insights from Tobias Leenaert
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Creating a Vegan World: An Interview with Tobias Leenaert In this episode, the host interviews Tobias Leenaert about his significant contributions to the animal rights movement and the pragmatic approach he advocates. They discuss the inspiration behind Tobias's influential book, 'How to Create a Vegan World', and his efforts in combating animal su…
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Understanding Carnism: A Conversation with Dr. Melanie Joy
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In this episode, host introduces Dr. Melanie Joy, an award-winning psychologist, educator, and author known for her work on 'carnism,' the belief system that conditions people to eat certain animals. Dr. Joy shares insights on how understanding psychology can enhance activism, emphasizing the importance of communication skills, relational literacy,…
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Vegan Ventures: Seth Tibbot's Journey with Tofurky
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In this podcast episode, Seth Tibbot, founder of Tofurky, narrates his inspiring journey from launching a tempeh business with limited resources to pioneering the vegan meat movement with Tofurky. Despite initial challenges and skepticism, Tibbot's commitment and innovative spirit turned Tofurky into a staple in plant-based diets and a significant …
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Exposing the Realities of Animal Agriculture with Robbie Lockie
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In this episode, Robbie explores the profound impact social media has had in exposing the harsh realities of animal agriculture and aquaculture. They highlight how media has played a vital role in uncovering truths that were once hidden and delve into the critical differences between misinformation and disinformation. Robbie further discusses their…
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Welcome to the John Oberg Podcast! John Oberg, a vegan and animal rights activist for 15 years, introduces his new podcast aimed at discussing all aspects of veganism. The show features bi-weekly discussions with experts, scholars, and enthusiasts on the importance of saving animals and promoting better eating habits. The goal is to extend the conv…
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Evanna Lynch and Dr. Melanie Joy on what gives them hope for the future
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The season two finale of Just Beings is here! In this episode, hosts Evanna and Melanie discuss their experiences working to transform the food system, reflect on what they’ve learned from this season’s extraordinary guests, and share what gives them hope for the future. They also chat about the projects they’re working on, the practices they use t…
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David Yeung on changing the world, one meal at a time
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David Yeung—the visionary cofounder of Green Monday and OmniFoods—has been concerned about the impact of our global food system on the planet for decades. That’s why his mission to create delicious plant-based alternatives to popular Asian dishes both pushes culinary boundaries and involves a commitment to protecting the planet, animals, and societ…
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Philip Lymbery on how saving the soil can save the planet
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Our global food system, which relies heavily on factory farming, is wreaking havoc on our soil and our environment. In this week’s episode, Philip Lymbery joins Evanna and Melanie to chat about his book "Sixty Harvests Left," in which he points out that if we don’t change our ways, factory farming will cause catastrophic climate change—and we could…
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Dr. Christopher Carter on decolonizing soul food
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Soul food has its roots in the culinary traditions of Black Americans and African diaspora communities in the southern United States, and it plays a crucial role in preserving Black history. But given the impact of racism and colonialism in the US food system on Black people, what should soul food look like today? In this week’s episode, Rev. Dr. C…
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Daniella Monet on self-care and compassionate living
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In this episode of Just Beings, actor, entrepreneur, and influencer Daniella Monet joins Melanie to discuss her journey to plant-based eating—which began when she was just five years old—and her advocacy for healthy food systems and peaceful living. This uplifting conversation delves into the importance of balance and self-care, particularly for pe…
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Ursula Bittner on direct action and taking a stand against greenwashing
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Have you ever looked at the “Climate Friendly!” label on a packaged item and wondered whether the product is truly environmentally friendly? If so, you’re not alone. In today’s world, where protecting the environment is paramount, it’s important to know how to differentiate genuine sustainability efforts from greenwashing. Greenwashing is a form of…
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Dan Buettner on the longevity secrets of the blue zones
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Author and host of Netflix’s "Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones," Dan Buettner, joins Evanna and Melanie on this week’s episode to discuss the secrets of the world’s longest-living populations and the remarkable places known as blue zones, where people live vibrant, healthy lives well into their 90s and 100s. He also shares his mission to tran…
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John Lewis on how systemic racism fuels nutrition deserts
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John Lewis, known online as The Badass Vegan, is on a mission to show that making simple dietary and lifestyle changes can be the key to overcoming health challenges. In the season 2 premiere of Just Beings, John tells Evanna and Melanie about his remarkable life story: born to a drug-addicted mother, he was adopted and grew up amid the violence of…
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Bonnie Wright on going gently as we care for the world
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Bonnie Wright’s strong connection to the ocean developed in childhood, when she spent her weekends on the beach on the south coast of England. As an artist, she drew inspiration from the sea—and over time, as she witnessed the beach become ever more littered with trash and erosion and climate change threaten the coastline, she was inspired into act…
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In her new book A More Just Future, award-winning psychologist Dolly Chugh recounts how she went from seeing the Little House on the Prairie books as enchanting tales of American family life to recognizing the series’ “whitewashing” of US history—and confronting the psychological discomfort that this recognition entailed. On this week’s episode, Do…
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Johann Hari on finding focus in the modern world
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Are you finding it harder and harder to focus? If so, it’s not your fault—and you’re certainly not alone. When we’re striving for positive change, whether in our personal lives or on social issues, being able to remain focused on our goals is key. But a multitude of factors in our modern world are making it ever more challenging for us to do so. In…
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The Happy Pear on the power of optimism and community
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In this episode of Just Beings, Dave and Steve Flynn of The Happy Pear join Evanna and Melanie to discuss how they made the journey from opening a humble fruit and veg shop in Ireland to building a community of over 1 million people living healthier lives. This uplifting conversation dives deep into the benefits and challenges of being optimistic i…
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Joanne Molinaro on telling stories to change the world
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Joanne Molinaro, known on social media as The Korean Vegan, is a master of the art of storytelling for social change. After the video in which she prepares Korean braised potatoes while describing how she worked as a janitor during high school in order to earn money to buy clothes to fit in with the cool kids went viral, she started producing 60-se…
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Dr. Michael Gervais on becoming our better selves
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Psychologist Dr. Michael Gervais, a world-renowned expert on the relationship between the mind and human performance, has cracked the code of how ordinary people can do extraordinary things. By becoming more present, we can improve the way we respond to challenges in our personal lives as well as injustices in the world around us. In this week’s ep…
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Lily Cole on finding solutions to the climate crisis through communication and open-mindedness
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Fashion icon and environmental advocate Lily Cole joins Evanna and Melanie on this week’s episode to chat about her book Who Cares Wins, in which she presents a plethora of potential solutions to the environmental crisis intended to inspire and create lasting global change. In this wide-ranging conversation, they discuss the importance of having an…
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Evanna Lynch and Melanie Joy on Just Beings
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“How do we all occupy space on this planet in a way that does justice to our own dignity? How do we reclaim our own dignity and honor the dignity of others?” These are among the questions that hosts Evanna Lynch and Dr. Melanie Joy will be exploring on the Just Beings podcast. In this episode, Evanna and Melanie kick off the show with an intimate c…
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On the Just Beings podcast, renowned actress and writer Evanna Lynch and award-winning psychologist and bestselling author Dr. Melanie Joy will be having conversations with changemakers about how to shift our thinking to create a more just world for people, animals, and the planet—and to cultivate personal transformation in the process. The show wi…
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