Ella Magers joins host Sean Russell to share her vegan origin story and talks about her fitness journey, activism, and more. Mentioned in this episode: Vegans Explore Network You're listening to the Vegans Explore Network found at vegansexplore.com/podcasts. Vegans Explore Network You’re listening to the Vegans Explore Network, home to some of the best Vegan podcasts on the planet! From practical tips to inspiring stories, we’ve got something for everyone on their plant-based journey—every day o...
Dec 13, 2021•1 hr 4 min•Season 7Ep. 8
Chris Tucker from Betta with Butta and The Great American Bake Off joins host Sean Russell on the SoFlo Vegans Podcast. Mentioned in this episode: Vegans Explore Network You're listening to the Vegans Explore Network found at vegansexplore.com/podcasts. Vegans Explore Network You’re listening to the Vegans Explore Network, home to some of the best Vegan podcasts on the planet! From practical tips to inspiring stories, we’ve got something for everyone on their plant-based journey—every day of the...
Dec 06, 2021•42 min•Season 7Ep. 7
Cool Beans co-founder, and CEO, Tyler Mayoras joins host Sean Russell to talk about the rapid growth of plant-based food businesses, the importance of fiber and shares his vegan origin story. Mentioned in this episode: Vegans Explore Network You’re listening to the Vegans Explore Network, home to some of the best Vegan podcasts on the planet! From practical tips to inspiring stories, we’ve got something for everyone on their plant-based journey—every day of the week. Monday, Wednesday, and Frida...
Nov 29, 2021•34 min•Season 7Ep. 6
Joe Montes is a Mexican American vegan chef trained under some of the world's best chefs including Matthew Kenny and Miguel Bautista. He is quickly rising to prominence in the vegan Mexican food scene in LA. He currently serves as a consultant to non-vegan restaurants looking to offer plant-based options. Mentioned in this episode: Vegans Explore Network You're listening to the Vegans Explore Network found at vegansexplore.com/podcasts. Vegans Explore Network You’re listening to the Vegans Explo...
Nov 22, 2021•38 min•Season 7Ep. 5
Our guests today are Mikel-Claire and Trey from the Snooty Vegans. They joined us to talk about their transition to the vegan lifestyle as an African American couple over the age of 40. As our music spotlight, we feature KRS-One's classic, BEEF. Mentioned in this episode: Vegans Explore Network You’re listening to the Vegans Explore Network, home to some of the best Vegan podcasts on the planet! From practical tips to inspiring stories, we’ve got something for everyone on their plant-based journ...
Nov 15, 2021•36 min•Season 7Ep. 4
Maggie Ortlieb joins host Sean Russell on the SoFlo Vegans Podcast. In this episode, Maggie shares her vegan origin story, tips on growing a media company, how Oprah played a role in her journey, and of course, we talk about the role of compassion in the vegan movement. Also in this episode, we feature a vegan song by Dead Prez that you don't want to miss. Mentioned in this episode: Vegans Explore Network You're listening to the Vegans Explore Network found at vegansexplore.com/podcasts. Vegans ...
Oct 25, 2021•52 min•Season 7Ep. 3
Chef Emily Hersh joins host Sean Russell on the SoFlo Vegans Podcast. In this episode, they talk about Emily's plant-based journey, experience on the show, present plans and so much more. This episode also features a special musical feature that you have to discover for yourself. Mentioned in this episode: Vegans Explore Network You're listening to the Vegans Explore Network found at vegansexplore.com/podcasts. Vegans Explore Network You’re listening to the Vegans Explore Network, home to some o...
Oct 18, 2021•46 min•Season 7Ep. 2
Vegan Chef Josie Clemens is the first guest on our new season and the first vegan contestant on Hell's Kitchen. We interviewed her about her vegan origin story, experience on the show, and have a powerful conversation about compassion and being an advocate for the animals. This episode also features a song by The New Vegan and Dr. Dolla. Mentioned in this episode: Vegans Explore Network You're listening to the Vegans Explore Network found at vegansexplore.com/podcasts. Vegans Explore Network You...
Oct 08, 2021•35 min•Season 7Ep. 1
The No-Meat Athlete Matt Frazier joins host Sean Russell to discuss his new book, his vegan origin story, what attracted him to running, and so much more. Mentioned in this episode: Vegans Explore Network You’re listening to the Vegans Explore Network, home to some of the best Vegan podcasts on the planet! From practical tips to inspiring stories, we’ve got something for everyone on their plant-based journey—every day of the week. Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, join Vegans Explore founder Sean A...
Sep 29, 2021•55 min•Season 6Ep. 12
Phillip Nicozisis, The Traveling Vegan, is our guest as he speaks with host Sean Russell about his many travels, the link between disease and lifestyle, and step into controversial terrain as Phil shares his thoughts on being a conservative in a community dominated by liberals, and his views on the pandemic. Mentioned in this episode: Vegans Explore Network You're listening to the Vegans Explore Network found at vegansexplore.com/podcasts. Vegans Explore Network You’re listening to the Vegans Ex...
Sep 22, 2021•1 hr 3 min•Season 6Ep. 11
Our guest is Naomi Hallum, the CEO of Million Dollar Vegan. They are a nonprofit organization that produces impressive campaigns designed to press major leaders to take action. This includes campaigns for both the Pope and a former president. In this episode, we learn all about their organization, how to communicate effectively as an activist, and other helpful tidbits for anyone looking to plant seeds to help people go vegan. Mentioned in this episode: Vegans Explore Network You're listening to...
Jul 23, 2021•57 min•Season 6Ep. 10
Adam Mikkelsen, co-founder of The Raging Pig Company joins host Sean Russell to talk about their vegan bacon seasoning. We also feature a spotlight with Pink Donuts and More located in Oakland Park, Florida. Mentioned in this episode: Vegans Explore Network You’re listening to the Vegans Explore Network, home to some of the best Vegan podcasts on the planet! From practical tips to inspiring stories, we’ve got something for everyone on their plant-based journey—every day of the week. Monday, Wedn...
Jun 18, 2021•33 min•Season 6Ep. 9
Join host Sean Russell with Aylam Orian, founder, and president of Our Planet. Theirs too (IG). In this episode, Aylam talks about their vision and mission of changing human beings' inherent relationship to animals. How they open human beings' eyes to their unconscious biased and oppressive attitudes towards animals, and to the idea that animals have, and should have, the same basic rights that humans have, by the mere fact of being born as living beings on the same planet. This is done through ...
Jun 04, 2021•32 min•Season 6Ep. 8
Dr. Michael Klaper updates us on the current status of the Plant-Based Physicians movement, as well as discusses some common questions that come up as people move along their vegan journey. Later in the podcast, we feature one of our new local partners, The Krazy Vegan. Mentioned in this episode: Vegans Explore Network You're listening to the Vegans Explore Network found at vegansexplore.com/podcasts. Vegans Explore Network You’re listening to the Vegans Explore Network, home to some of the best...
May 22, 2021•1 hr 8 min•Season 6Ep. 7
In this episode, we are excited to bring you our conversation with Robert Cheeke. He is considered by many to be The Godfather of vegan bodybuilding in addition to being a serial entrepreneur, compassionate vegan, and author of several books including his latest The Plant Based Athlete. Mentioned in this episode: Vegans Explore Network You’re listening to the Vegans Explore Network, home to some of the best Vegan podcasts on the planet! From practical tips to inspiring stories, we’ve got somethi...
May 14, 2021•1 hr 9 min•Season 6Ep. 6
Jordi Casatamajana joins host Sean Russell and guest host Laura Gomez to talk about his new book Ethical Vegan: A Personal and Political Journey to Change the World. We also discuss his landmark court case that made ethical veganism a protected belief in the United Kingdom. Also tune into a brand new Spotlight featuring Dina from Dina’s Vegan Deli and Desserts in Riveria Beach, Florida. Mentioned in this episode: Vegans Explore Network You're listening to the Vegans Explore Network found at vega...
Apr 21, 2021•53 min•Season 6Ep. 5
Nelson Campbell, founder and CEO of Plant Pure joins host Sean Russell on this episode of the SoFlo Vegans Podcast. In this podcast, we talk about his many organizations including his documentary Plant Pure Nation, Plant Pure Communities, and a few other projects that you get to check out. We also talk about what it was like growing up having Dr. T. Colin Campbell as a dad, and some of his other influences that put him on his vegan journey. We also spotlight PAC Pastries in Wilton Manors, Florid...
Apr 15, 2021•36 min•Season 6Ep. 4
Victoria Moran (Mainstreet Vegan), Renee King-Sonen (Rowdy Girl Sanctuary) and Susan Hargreaves (Animal Hero Kids) join host Sean Russell to discuss communicating with family and friends after going vegan. Also in this episode, we feature a clip from Hodo Foods founder, Minh Tsai. This clip is to celebrate the contributions of the Asian-American community in light of the tragic massacre that took place in Atlanta. Mentioned in this episode: Vegans Explore Network You're listening to the Vegans E...
Mar 19, 2021•1 hr 3 min•Season 6Ep. 3
Sonia Terboss, the founder and owner SpaJuicebar, and a breast cancer survivor that used juicing as a way to help heal and transform her life. SoFlo Vegans had a chance to sit down at their Fort Lauderdale location in the heart of Las Olas. In this episode we learn about the healing power of plants, how age is nothing but a number and explore the power of juicing. This is a must listen to anyone looking for tips to improve their health and get inspired by a powerful vegan woman. Mentioned in thi...
Mar 12, 2021•51 min•Season 6Ep. 2
Welcome to the season premiere of the SoFlo Vegans Podcast. On this episode we are excited to have Elysabeth Alfano as our guest. Elysabeth is an award-winning media personality, business woman, investor and culinary artist. She is the founder of Plant-powered communications where she is connected to everyone in The Who’s Who of the vegan world and produces and hosts the weekly series The Plant-Based Hour. We were excited to have her as a guest during our 2020 SoFlo Vegans EXPO and now she comes...
Mar 05, 2021•50 min•Season 6Ep. 1
Welcome to a special edition of the SoFlo Vegans podcast. I’m your host and founder of SoFlo Vegans, Sean Russell. Today we are putting a spotlight on Black Excellence within the vegan community. We are spotlighting three former podcast guests by sharing their vegan origin stories. These guests include Dominick Thompson, Torre Washington, and Bad Ass Vegan, John Lewis. Mentioned in this episode: Vegans Explore Network You’re listening to the Vegans Explore Network, home to some of the best Vegan...
Feb 08, 2021•40 min•Season 5Ep. 12
Evan Bane and Ryz from The Wake Up Experience join host Sean Russell on the SoFlo Vegans Podcast. The Wake Up Experience is a Hip Hop group that produced a groundbreaking music video featuring a collection of prominent vegan activists from around the globe. In this episode, the duo talks about their background in the music industry, their motives for going vegan, what you can do to go vegan, and the vegan scene in Los Angles. Check out the episode to hear even more discussion topics and their br...
Jan 30, 2021•43 min•Season 5Ep. 11
Ellen Kanner, the Soulful Vegan, joins Sean Russell on the SoFlo Vegans podcast. We talk about the importance of storytelling, various organizations supporting the vegan movement, how to help others adopt a plant-based diet, and other topics. Also featured in the episode is a clip from our conversation with Torre Washington from Season 2. Mentioned in this episode: Vegans Explore Network You’re listening to the Vegans Explore Network, home to some of the best Vegan podcasts on the planet! From p...
Jan 23, 2021•48 min•Season 5Ep. 10
Evan Lutz is the founder of Hungry Harvest, and he joins Sean Russell on the SoFlo Vegans Podcast to discuss their service, giving back to the community, and challenges as an entrepreneur scaling a business to service locations across the country. Mentioned in this episode: Vegans Explore Network You’re listening to the Vegans Explore Network, home to some of the best Vegan podcasts on the planet! From practical tips to inspiring stories, we’ve got something for everyone on their plant-based jou...
Jan 14, 2021•37 min•Season 5Ep. 9
Dr. Scott Harrington from VeganPrimaryCare.com joins the SoFlo Vegans Podcast with host Sean Russell. In this episode, we discuss the growing popularity of telemedicine, Dr. Harrington's military background, essential nutrients all vegans should have in their system, Hashimoto's disease, and other important topics addressing your overall health. Mentioned in this episode: Vegans Explore Network You’re listening to the Vegans Explore Network, home to some of the best Vegan podcasts on the planet!...
Jan 07, 2021•36 min•Season 5Ep. 8
Welcome to a brand new episode of the SoFlo Vegans Podcast. You’re going to notice a bit of a difference in this episode. In addition to having a featured guest at the end of each podcast, expect to hear news segments covering topics important to the vegan community at large. You do not need to live in South Florida to get value from our show. It’s designed for anyone living a vegan lifestyle, we just happen to tell it from the perspective of the SoFlo Vegans Community. On today’s episode, we ar...
Oct 14, 2020•40 min•Season 5Ep. 7
Grey joins host Sean Russell for a conversation about veganism, Hip Hop, and parenting. Show notes and past episodes can be found on soflovegeans.com/podcast . Mentioned in this episode: Vegans Explore Network You're listening to the Vegans Explore Network found at vegansexplore.com/podcasts. Vegans Explore Network You’re listening to the Vegans Explore Network, home to some of the best Vegan podcasts on the planet! From practical tips to inspiring stories, we’ve got something for everyone on th...
Sep 29, 2020•49 min•Season 5Ep. 6
Ingrid Newkirk joins the SoFlo Vegans Podcast to discuss her new book, Animalkind: Remarkable Discoveries about Animals and Revolutionary New Ways to Show Them Compassion. This is her second appearance on the podcasts where host Sean Russell talks to Ingrid Newkirk about her vegan origin story, activism during the pandemic and other topics surrounding the animal rights movement. Sponsorship Skip the store, avoid the crowds, and get farm-fresh produce, kitchen staples, and vegan pantry items deli...
Sep 23, 2020•1 hr 5 min•Season 5Ep. 5
Chris Burnam from House of Chick’n joins us to talk about his path to veganism, being a blegan, entrepreneur, and other topics focusing more on compassion. This episode is sponsored by Hungry Harvest and we thank them for their belief and support in our mission. Mentioned in this episode: Vegans Explore Network You’re listening to the Vegans Explore Network, home to some of the best Vegan podcasts on the planet! From practical tips to inspiring stories, we’ve got something for everyone on their ...
Sep 15, 2020•1 hr 8 min•Season 5Ep. 4
Keegan Kuhn, Shaun Monson, Marc Pierschel and Louie Psihoyos join host Sean Russell to talk about their films, production, veganism, activism, the pandemic, and the current shift in societies perception of animal cruelty. This panel was held during the second day of our SoFlo Vegans EXPO back in April 2020. Mentioned in this episode: Vegans Explore Network You're listening to the Vegans Explore Network found at vegansexplore.com/podcasts. Vegans Explore Network You’re listening to the Vegans Exp...
Sep 08, 2020•1 hr 7 min•Season 5Ep. 3
