Animal activism, politics, ethics, and the environment.
Conscious Consumerism Is On The Rise! Conscious consumerism is something that Larissa and I are very passionate about. We believe that we, as consumers, have a right to full transparency about the products we buy. We’ve done a couple of podcast episodes on this topic, including Don’t Be Fooled by Deceptive Labels and How …
Conscious Consumerism with Adriane Marie of HEALabel (VZ 374) Read More »
In this episode of our podcast, we talk about “upcycling” versus “recycling” and share some ways people and businesses are using upcycling. We talk about how our business, Cheery Bird Vintage, uses upcycled art as a way to repurpose materials that would otherwise be discarded. You can listen to us discuss upcycling and upcycled art …
The Upcycled Art World of Cheery Bird Vintage (VZ 371) Read More »
In this episode of The Vegetarian Zen podcast we welcome Marion Nestle, PhD. to discuss her book, Let’s Ask Marion. You can listen to our interview here… or read on for a quick summary of what we discuss. If you love the podcast, we’d GREATLY appreciate a quick review! Who is Marion Nestle? Marion …
Let’s Ask Marion: An Interview with Marion Nestle (VZ 368) Read More »
In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast, we’re pleased to welcome Callee Ackland of Hippie Haven, the first zero-waste store in South Dakota. We’re going to talk to Callee about what a “zero-waste” store is and about the mission at Hippie Haven, whose vendors are 70% women-owned. Who Is Callee Ackland? …
Zero Waste Stores with Callee Ackland of Hippie Haven (VZ 360) Read More »
Chickens Matter Chicken Rescue Did you know that May is International Respect for Chickens month? We didn’t know that either until we talked in-depth with rescuer Lindsey White of ChickensMatter.org. Lindsey tells her moving story of how she transitioned from a farmer to rescuer. You’ll hear stories of some of her most challenging rescues and …
Lindsey White of Chickens Matter Chicken Rescue (VZ 310) Read More »
A Funny Thing Happened to Me on the Way to the Farm Sanctuary…Website Around this time of year for the past few years, Larissa and I head out to the Farm Sanctuary website to sponsor a turkey through their Adopt A Turkey Project. An estimated 46 million turkeys are killed each year at Thanksgiving alone …
Talking Turkey with Gene Baur of Farm Sanctuary (VZ 283) Read More »
Trying to decipher between cage-free vs. free-range vs. all of the other confusing labels on eggs can be SUPER confusing! In this episode of our podcast, we hope to help shed some light on the different types of eggs so that you can make purchases based on your own values and circumstances. You can listen …
Cage-Free vs. Free-Range vs. Pasture-Raised Eggs : Demystifying Egg Labeling (VZ 279) Read More »
There’s a Whole New World of Vegan Clothing! When we first became vegetarians 5 years ago, vegan clothing was VERY different than it is today. The offerings were very slim and, quite honestly, not that attractive. Back in episode 180 of our podcast (Nov 2016) we published an episode titled, “All about Vegan Fashion”. However, …
Vegan Clothing – The Latest and Greatest! (VZ 273) Read More »
This episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast is all about how you can help animals in need in your community. If it’s just not feasible to adopt or foster a pet, there are still many ways you can help animals in need. Today, we share 8 ways you can help! Listen to the podcast …
8 Things You Can Do To Help Animals in Need in Your Community (VZ 269) Read More »
In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast, we’ll be shedding (get it, shedding??!) some light on cruelty-free pet products, including food, treats, grooming products, and flea medicines. Please note that some of the links on this page may be affiliate links and, at no additional cost to you, we will earn a commission …
While our core mission here at VZ is to promote the positive aspects of living a healthier plant-based lifestyle, we also want to ensure we are passing along to you any opportunities you have, as a citizen of your country, to have your voice heard on behalf of animals. In this episode of the …
Larissa and I have always adopted our furry family members and are BIG believers in the “adopt don’t shop” philosophy. In this episode of our podcast, we discuss 5 important reasons why “adopt don’t shop” is so important to our furry companions. Please note that some of the links on this page may …
Adopt Don’t Shop! 5 Reasons To Adopt Your Next Pet (VZ 201) Read More »
Why Adopt a Turkey? Every year, animal sanctuaries rescue as many turkeys as they can from that ugly fate, for which vegetarians and vegans everywhere are truly thankful. However, these sanctuaries are then responsible for the expenses associated with saving lives…the medical costs of rehabilitating injured or otherwise traumatized birds, and the costs of feeding …
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In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast we talk about one of our favorite subjects…pets! Specifically, did you know that owning a pet (or even just interacting with animals) can have positive effects on your health? Not to mention the good it does for them. Please note that some of the links on this …
Healthy and Safe Whole Food Choices for Your Furry Babies! In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast we’ll be talking about some healthy, whole foods you can feed your pups and kitties. Not all fruits and veggies are safe for animals, so we’ll be sharing both the safe and unsafe ones, plus some tips …
Happy World Animal Day!!! This episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast is dedicated to animals everywhere! In it we share lots of information about World Animal Day: what it is, how it got started, and ways YOU can get involved. Thanks for tuning in to this episode of the Vegetarian Zen Podcast! If …
In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast we discuss a topic that was suggested by a listener. She wondered if some people who became vegetarian or vegan for reasons pertaining to animal welfare suffer from depression because they feel that they are not making a difference with vegetarianism. We address some reasons for these feelings as …
In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen Podcast, we talk about some animal sanctuaries that are doing amazing work to help animals in need. We delve a little into the mission of each group, talk about their outreach programs, and share some fun facts. Thanks for tuning in to this episode of the …
Animal Sanctuaries Are Making the World a Safer Place for Animals (VZ 92) Read More »
Is a vegetarian diet for pets safe? Some people who are pro-vegetarian diets for pet’s site the following reasons: Ethics — owners who abstain from eating animal products for reasons related to the cruel conditions on factory farms may not want animals to be eaten, even by other animals Pet health — “logic” would dictate …
You Can Feed Your Pet a Vegetarian Diet…But Should You? Read More »
This episode of the podcast is all about bees! You’ll find out why honey isn’t considered vegan, and learn about the five main bee products: honey, bee pollen, propolis, royal jelly, and beeswax. We’ll discuss the purported benefits of each, plus the risks. We’ll also share a few places you can find cruelty-free bee products. …
Using live animals in experiments is not a modern concept. The ancient Greeks practiced vivisection, the dissection of live animals, in order to understand how living organisms functioned. Historically, animals have been used to test treatments before applying to humans, and this practice continues to this day. This cruel, unnecessary practice. In this episode …
We’re all busy during the holiday season. Buying and wrapping gifts, making cookies, attending and/or hosting parties, making airport runs, keeping the kids busy, and so much more. With so much going on, sometimes pets can fade into the background a bit. Not that we don’t love them less during this busy time, of course, …
Keeping Pets Safe And Healthy During the Holidays (VZ 27) Read More »
