Best Shaleena Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 40 - Throw in the Towel? 19:05

3+ y ago19:05

19:05

In episode 40 I share some of the challenges The Sweet Tooth Vegan faced this year and how I plan to bounce back! As always, you can connect with me via Instagram at www.instagram.com/thesweettoothvegan_Thank you for your support! I can't believe we made it to episode 40!

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Episode 39 - Lotus Birth ft. @rawthenticjess 49:40

4y ago49:40

49:40

In this episode I had the privilege of learning about lotus birth from my new found sister Jessi'Ka (also known as rawthenticjess on Instagram)! She shares her experience of keeping her placenta from the recent birth of her baby. We also had a fun chat about detoxes - what we Jamaicans call "wash out". If you are interested in learning more about w…

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Episode 38 - Diary of a Food Blogger 37:07

4y ago37:07

37:07

In this episode I chat with Megan Kerry about her food blog and Youtube journey. She also gives tips on meal prepping, shares her experience with raising children on a vegan diet, and more! Below are all her social media outlets...www.MeganKerry.comwww.instagram.com/Megan_kerry_xo https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVTxfL6VlyIZEiFnAuwAnjgwww.facebook…

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Episode 37 - A Bone to Pick 25:26

4y ago25:26

25:26

In this episode I share a few things that I've experienced in the vegan community that are a turn off for me. Links mentioned in this episode: MIGRANT DREAMS - https://www.tvo.org/video/documentaries/migrant-dreams , SHOULD EVERYONE GO VEGAN - https://open.spotify.com/episode/0kUIwTAKDz4FPiZNIhY8SG?si=7VOwknhtTje98LLz250cWw , DOLLARSTORES & FOOD DE…

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Episode 36 - The Reintroduction 17:41

4y ago17:41

17:41

Who/what is The Sweet Tooth Vegan? It's been a while so, without further ado here is the reintroduction. www.thesweettoothvegan.com

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How to Prepare for the Future of Work, in conversation with Shaleena 29:46

4y ago29:46

29:46

Over the last 7-10 years, Technology has distinctively changed just about every aspect of how we live our lives, and our working lives certainly aren’t exempt from this. From how we are recruited and on-boarded to how we go about on-the-job training, personal development, and eventually passing on our skills and experience to those who follow in ou…

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Build your PERSONAL BRAND with internal NETWORKING, in Conversation with Shaleena 28:20

4y ago28:20

28:20

“Are you an internal Networker or a Brown Noser?”When people think of networking, the first thought is usually online or with people outside of the organization. But what about internal networking? If you’ve never done it, you may be asking, “What is it?” and “How do I network internally & build your Personal Brand?”Networking is what we do every d…

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Is Office Politics making you QUIT 18:18

4y ago18:18

18:18

“People don’t leave Companies, but they leave Bosses!” Sounds familiar? Time and again, so many people quit their job due to their Bosses or in other words due to the Politics Bosses play. No matter where you go, you will find office politics. But sadly, very few people talk about such an important topic (except in the corridors). In this episode, …

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Career Growth for Middle Managers, in Conversation with Shaleena 35:12

4y ago35:12

35:12

Middle Managers are sadly squeezed in the middle! The TOP Management keeps throwing new Targets at them, and the BOTTOM Management keeps throwing retention challenges at them. If this was not enough, the pyramid for Career growth for Middle Managers keeps getting slimmer as they grow. In this episode, I collaborate with Shaleena Mulchandani, who is…

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How to Commercialize your Passion 14:38

4y ago14:38

14:38

What if you can do what you love and get paid for it?It would be rare to find someone who would not get excited about this thought. Sadly, very few people know how to commercialize their passion & therefore live a miserable life of dragging themselves to work every day. Only to discover one fine day that age and energy are no longer on their side t…

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How to Hypnotise the Interviewer 14:31

4y ago14:31

14:31

Interviews are an important part of the Career Growth process. Whether you are applying for a job externally or looking for a promotion, an interview is a critical part of the selection process. Sadly very few people know the psychology of getting into the mind of the interviewer.In this episode, I bring out the top 2 mistakes most people make in a…

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When ‘not’ to follow your Passion 13:02

4y ago13:02

13:02

This question comes from a Marketing prodigy, who got frustrated with her new job with an MNC. Her problem was that she was not doing the job she was promised but doing other things.In this episode, I tackle the question based on a complex dilemma - should one follow her/ his PASSION or VISION. I do this with the help of a real story of a person I …

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How long should you stay in a Job 15:51

4y ago15:51

15:51

In this episode, I tackle a very common but confusing question, "How long should one stay in the same boring job?"While there is no silver bullets but there are a number of successful strategies I have used and witnessed Talented Executives using to deal with this dilemma. Specifically, I unwrap 4 strategies in this podcast, 1) What are the 2 kinds…

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How to get a job in a down market 1:43

4y ago1:43

1:43

Time and again people tell me that the market is down and this pessimistic thinking has become a common topic in this COVID 19 world. Agreed, this is an exceptional time but is there a way to still get that job?In this Podcast, in just 2 minutes I share my experience and a quick strategy that will help you still get that job in a down market.For mo…

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Welcome to the Corporate Jungle 0:50

4y ago0:50

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The Corporate Jungle is filled with challenges in every corner and there are rules to navigate. Sadly, we learn non of these rules in school. My name is Aalok and I leverage my 25 Years Experience as a Business and Human Resources Head to help Executives navigate through this jungle. Come and join me to learn Strategies to not only survive but THRI…

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Episode 35 - Do Vegans Need to be Animal Activists? 38:46

5y ago38:46

38:46

Shaleena interviews Christopher, best known in the vegan community as Soul Eubanks, a videographer and animal activist hailing from Atlanta, Georgia. In this episode they discuss the difference between welfare and abolitionist animal activism, how Soul became involved in activism, common cristisms animal activists receive, and more! Follow Soul on …

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Episode 34 - Life Chats - Cycle Syncing 52:36

5y ago52:36

52:36

Let's talk about blood baby, let's talk about you and me...In this episode Shaleena invited Kaitlin on the show to talk about...well...periods ;)Topics include: cycle syncing, seed syncing, foods and activities that support the different phases of the menstrual cycle, societal and cultural perceptions regarding periods, and a review on the menstrua…

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Episode 33 - Low Waste Living 1:00:38

5y ago1:00:38

1:00:38

In this episode Shaleena chats with Maria (also known as Happy Beet on Instagram) about low waste living. Topics include tips on transitioning to a low waste life style, the relation between veganism and low waste living, misconceptions, and more!

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Episode 32 - Candid Reflections Part 2 26:10

5y ago26:10

26:10

Shaleena reflects on her recent experiences with operating The Sweet Tooth Vegan (TSTV) - a bakery specializing in deliciously handmade treats and a podcast dedicated to fostering genuine relationships within the vegan and plant-based community. Topics include: how TSTV got started, the story behind the logo, Shaleena's debut event at Ryerson Unive…

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Episode 31 - Should Everyone "Go Vegan"? 1:18:51

5y ago1:18:51

1:18:51

In this season 4 opener Shaleena has an insightful conversation with her friend Sheldomar about the gentrification of Parkdale, climate change, veganism from an environmental perspective, different approaches for reaching out to "non-vegans", and they explore the question - Should Everyone Go Vegan? They start off by playing an icebreaker game call…

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Episode 30 - Plant Based Milkshake 46:20

5+ y ago46:20

46:20

In the Mind Yo' Business series and Season 3 finale Shaleena interviews Inyoto of Plant Based Milkshake! Inyoto is from Scarborough, ON and has been running her beverage business for over a year now. She shares the story behind what influenced the start of Plant Based Milkshake, tips on customer service, brand marketing, plant based VS dairy shakes…

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Episode 29 - Melanated Vegan 35:41

5+ y ago35:41

35:41

"It started with a text..."Meet Charlene and Damian of the apparel line Melanated Vegan in part four of the Mind Yo Business Series! Hear their vegan story, how their apparel line got started, tips for entrepreneurs, and more!

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Episode 28 - Bartholomew Sisters 29:59

5+ y ago29:59

29:59

Meet Amandla, the founder and owner of Bartholomew Sisters - a 100% natural and vegan skincare line! Topics of discussion include: tips on building clientele, sourcing shea butter, popular Bartholomew Sister products, and more!

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Episode 27 - Dolled Up Desserts 1:01:48

5+ y ago1:01:48

1:01:48

In part two of the Mind Yo' Business series - Canadian Edition- Shaleena interviews Katarina of Dolled Up Desserts. Dolled Up Desserts is an inclusive baking company that specializes in gluten-free and vegan treats. Topics of discussion include: how Katarina started Dolled Up Desserts, gluten-free baking, tips on how to stand out in the vegan food …

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Episode 26 - Eastend Vegan 1:09:11

5+ y ago1:09:11

1:09:11

To kick off the return of the Mind Yo' Business series, Shaleena interviews Melissa of Eastend Vegan. Topics include: how Eastend Vegan got started, tips on vending, vegan cheeses, building your clientele, and more!

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Episode 25 - Vendor Diaries Part 3 17:16

5+ y ago17:16

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In this podcast special Shaleena documents the experiences of business owners that were at the 1st annual Toronto Black Vegan Festival. In this segment Karen of Hummingbird Personal Chef Services shares her experience vending at this historical event.

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Episode 24 - Vendor Diaries Part 2 45:02

5+ y ago45:02

45:02

In this podcast special Shaleena documents the experiences of four business owners that were at the 1st annual Toronto Black Vegan Festival. This round table discussion style interview features Melissa and Sheldon of Eastend Vegan, Odette of Bzz Free, and Charlene of Melanated Vegan!

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Episode 23 - Vendor Diaries Part 1 47:12

5+ y ago47:12

47:12

In this podcast special Shaleena documents the experiences of four business owners that were at the 1st annual Toronto Black Vegan Festival. This round table discussion style interview features Inyoto of Plant Based Milkshake, Jacqueline of Nature's Butter, Owyna of CaribBubble, and Alayna of Real Naturelle!…

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Episode 22 - Afro Feminista Vegan 52:02

5+ y ago52:02

52:02

In the Black Vegan series finale Shaleena interviews Topaz Hooper, also known as Afro Feminista Vegan. Topics discussed include: scientific evidence why a plant-based vegan diet is beneficial for Black people, Canada's new nutrition guide, tips for transitioning to a vegan lifestyle, and more!

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Episode 21 - Cookin' Kiddos 50:21

5+ y ago50:21

50:21

In part six of the Black Vegan series Shaleena interviews Sandra Maestas, the creator of Cookin' Kiddos. Cookin' Kiddos is a community-based cooking program for toddlers, teens, and adults! Topics of discussion include: the history of Cookin Kiddos, Sandra's vegan story, tips on transitioning children on a vegan/plant-based diet, tips for buying pr…

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Episode 20 - Jane & Finch Gems 1:01:56

5+ y ago1:01:56

1:01:56

In part 5 of the Black Vegan series Shaleena interviews Raw Chef Jacqueline of Toronto, Ontario. She talks about her journey of becoming a certified vegan chef and her passion of teaching the youth in her community about optimizing their health. Topics of discussion include: the relation between health and diet, healing detoxes, the origins of the …

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Episode 19 - Atlanta's Where It's At 1:06:26

5+ y ago1:06:26

1:06:26

In part four of the Black Vegan series Shaleena interviews published author Devyn Bryant of Atlanta, Georgia. Devyn shares the story of how a popular documentary influenced her and her family to go vegan "cold turkey". Discussion topics include: tips for transitioning children on a vegan diet, meal planning and budget tips, the Black vegan communit…

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Episode 18 - Dollar Stores & Food Deserts 50:41

5+ y ago50:41

50:41

In part 3 of the Black Vegan series Shaleena interviews Jennifer, also known as the YouTuber Just JenJen. Jennifer discusses her desire to one day open up accessible and affordable grocery stores in her hometown Chicago to eliminate food deserts. She also shares the story behind why she created her YouTube channel, and her recent discovery that dol…

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Episode 17 - Might Be Vegan 49:22

5+ y ago49:22

49:22

This episode is part two of the Black Vegan series on The Sweet Tooth Vegan podcast. Shaleena interviews Kimberly, the founder of Might Be Vegan - a plant based culinary group based in Atlanta, Georgia. She is also the co-host of the podcast Do Fries Come With That Convo. Discussion topics in this episode include: highlights and lowlights of podcas…

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Episode 16 - Colonialism Runs Deep 1:00:14

5+ y ago1:00:14

1:00:14

Episode 16 is part one of Shaleena's newest series entitled Black Vegan: Exploring veganism within the Black community. Her first guest on this series is Alexa Potashnik of Winnipeg, Manitoba. Discussion topics include: the links between slavery and most Caribbean diets, sources of protein on a vegan diet, challenges with giving up certain foods, i…

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Episode 15 - Don't Be Cruel 44:42

5+ y ago44:42

44:42

Shaleena chats with Ayan Ibrahim, a teacher, mother, and wife who decided to go vegan 6 months ago! She shares her insight on topics such as the difference between cruelty-free and vegan makeup, animal testing, eco-friendly accessories, harmful cosmetic ingredients, and more! You can follow Ayan on Instagram at @vegan_muslimah…

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Episode 14 - Nature's Shea 45:40

5+ y ago45:40

45:40

In the final part of the Mind Yo Business series Shaleena interviews Kadie and Danielle of Nature's Shea, a hand crafted hair and skin care company. They are both committed to providing their customers with nourishing products that use 10 natural ingredients or less! Nature's Shea places great emphasis on the decolonization of the shea butter indus…

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Episode 13 - Sweet Christi's 14:26

5+ y ago14:26

14:26

In Part 3 of the Mind Yo Business series Shaleena interviews her youngest guest, Christianna of Jacksonville, Florida, the creator of the natural soap company Sweet Christi's!

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Episode 12 - Mogul Body 1:03:57

5+ y ago1:03:57

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In part 2 of the Mind Yo Business series Shaleena interviews Najee of Mogul Body. Najee is a fitness coach and creator of the 12 week weight loss program Body Rebuild. Topics of discussion include: co-owning a gym, fitness motivation, misconceptions of plant-based body building, tips on building your brand, and more! Check out his program at www.bo…

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Episode 11 - Brown Sugar 57:28

5+ y ago57:28

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In part one of the Mind Yo Business series Shaleena interviews Rainbow and Adam of Brown Sugar, "an educational company honoring African excellence through delicious vegan and gluten-free treats." Transcript will be posted on www.sweettoothshae.com

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Episode 10 - Candid Reflections 11:57

6y ago11:57

11:57

In this episode Shaleena shares her highlights and lowlights since starting The Sweet Tooth Vegan Podcast back in April.

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Episode 9 - The Sunshine Mama 1:11:19

6y ago1:11:19

1:11:19

In the final part of the Vegan Community - Family Edition Series Shaleena interviews Jasmine, a YouTuber known as The Sunshine Mama. She shares what it's like to raise a toddler on a vegan diet and the history behind her YouTube channel. Topics include: what vegans eat, children books on veganism, documentaries, eco-friendly living, vegan celebriti…

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Episode 8 - Akiyla and Supreme 1:01:25

6y ago1:01:25

1:01:25

Listeners are introduced to Akiyla and Supreme in part two of the Vegan Community: Family Edition series. The couple share their knowledge and insights on healthy living from a plant-based perspective. Topics include: types of body detoxes, the correspondence between the human body and plants, the Sunfired Culinary Institute, vegan birthday parties…

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Episode 7 - LaToya and Hamilton 1:06:04

6y ago1:06:04

1:06:04

Meet couple and advocates of holistic living LaToya and Hamilton in this new podcast series, Vegan Community: Family Edition. Shaleena sits down with them to discuss family life and wellness from the raw vegan perspective. Topics include: the relation between diet and health, pregnancy, vegan weddings, challenges faced on a raw vegan diet, and more…

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Episode 6 - Wholehearted Chronicles - Interview with Sierra 33:41

6y ago33:41

33:41

In this episode Shaleena interviews Sierra from Tampa Florida. She is a holistic health coach and the creator of the Wholehearted Chronicles Blog. Topics discussed include holistic approaches to our health, plant-based diets, reading food labels, the link between acidic diets and disease, food documentaries, and much more! Head on over to www.whole…

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May 15, 2018 14:38

6y ago14:38

14:38

Health is Wealth! We’ve heard this saying a million times but it’s so true. It’s important to take care of our mind, bodies and souls. You owe it to yourself to try to live a healthy lifestyle as best as you can! Exercise , water , meditation , daily walks. Whatever it takes for you to live a healthy lifestyle then go for it ! Stay connected to me …

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May 10, 2018 17:35

6y ago17:35

17:35

No Matter What, Just Go For It!!

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Episode 5 - Interview with The Basic Vegan 36:50

6y ago36:50

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In this episode Shaleena interviews Jean Charite, also known as The Basic Vegan! Topics discussed include: The Basic Vegan's journey to veganism, meal inspiration, backlash within the vegan community, and more! The transcript of this episode will be posted at www.sweettoothshae.com

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Episode 4 - Let's talk about dairy 2 12:23

6y ago12:23

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In this episode Shaleena continues with where she left off in episode 3, "Let's talk about dairy". In this candid segment she briefly discusses the treatment of cows to jumpstart those interested in learning about the dairy industry. The transcript of this episode will be available on www.sweettoothshae.com…

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Ep 2: Being At Work But Wanting to Work on Your Business 11:59

6y ago11:59

11:59

The work week is starting and we have to go back to our 9-5’s. But all we can think about is our business. Here are some ways I cope with that feeling and how I get through my day! Hope this helps. Thanks so much for tuning in !

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