No-Bullsh!t Vegan

Internet misinformation and the "fruitarian" diet [NBSV Advent Calendar Episode #10]

10 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Sometimes I can't help myself, and just *have* to jump into a pointless internet argument about veganism, how science works, or both. (Topics were kep...

There's no "end date" to fitness [NBSV Advent Calendar Episode #9]

09 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

One of the many (many) problems in the fitness industry is how fitness is often presented: a 30-day challenge. A 5-day restart. A 28-day bootcamp. I g...

6 movements you need to include in your strength training [NBSV Advent Calendar Episode #8]

08 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

These 6 movement patterns should form the foundation of any effective, well-rounded strength training plan. (Topics were kept a surprise during the mo...

Metabolism myth-busting: Quotes from the book "Burn" [NBSV Advent Calendar Episode #7]

07 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Some choice BS-busting from Burn: New Research Blows the Lid off How we Really Burn Calories, Lose Weight, and Stay Healthy, by Herman Pontzer (profes...

NBSV 137: Law professor Hadar Aviram on animal and human rights, athleticism, & raising a vegan kid

06 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The term "she does it all" may have been made for Hadar Aviram.  Hadar is a law professor at University of California, Hastings in San Francisco. Sh...

3 myths about vegan strength training [NBSV Advent Calendar Episode #6]

06 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Myth 1: If I eat enough calories, I'll automatically get enough protein. Myth 2: Eating the same amount of food as when you were non-vegan will supply...

Working out with resistance bands [NBSV Advent Calendar Episode #5]

05 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Why working out with resistance bands is the best option for at-home and travel workouts. (Topics were kept a surprise during the month of December. L...

7 problems with bikini competitions [NBSV Advent Calendar Episode #4]

04 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

I discuss 7 problems with bikini (physique) competitions, and why we don't work with clients who want to compete in them. (Topics were kept a surprise...

What is weight-neutral fitness? [NBSV Advent Calendar Episode #3]

03 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Weight-neutral fitness means working outside the confines of fat loss or a smaller body size as the main goal of fitness. It rejects weight, size, or ...

A reading from "The Vegan Athlete" [NBSV Advent Calendar Episode #2]

02 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A short reading from my book, The Vegan Athlete, on everyone's favourite vegan topic: protein! (Topics were kept a surprise during the month of Decemb...

Inspirational quotes from past podcast guests [Advent Calendar Episode #1]

01 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Some inspirational quotes from past podcast guests. (Topics were kept a surprise during the month of December. Listeners had to tune in to each daily ...

NBSV 136: Vegan octogenarian authors and coaches Bob & Fran German on healthy, active aging

22 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Aging, anti-aging, optimal aging, and a myriad of other terms: in a society where *everyone* is offering advice about aging, what really is the best w...

NBSV 135: Powerlifter Rachel Lakey on veganism, and queer and trans inclusion in powerlifting

08 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

5 years ago, Rachel started strength training with Coach K, and now they're a competitive powerlifter who just qualified for their first pro meet! Veg...

NBSV 134: Ann & Jane Esselstyn on the disease-preventing & health-promoting benefits of a WFPB diet

25 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Esselstyn family changed how we look at food as medicine. On this episode, I had the opportunity to talk with both Ann and Jane Esselstyn.  We ex...

NBSV 133: Justice Roe Williams of Fitness4AllBodies on deconstructing the Fitness Industrial Complex

11 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

If you haven't yet done a deep dive into the concept of the Fitness Industrial Complex, tune in to this episode. Justice Roe, founder of Fitness4AllBo...

NBSV 132: Change your lifestyle; change your health: a talk with vegan physician Dr. Amanda Adkins

27 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We've all heard it before: changing certain elements of our lifestyles can dramatically change our health. How do we put that into practice, and what ...

NBSV 131: Cycling 3,000 miles around the UK [on a bamboo bike] with world record-holder Kate Strong

13 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

If you're not familiar with the powerhouse that is Kate Strong, you will be by the end of this episode.  Kate is a 3x world record holder in cycling,...

NBSV 130: White supremacy in the wellness industry with Stacy Lee Kong

30 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Pause and answer immediately: who are your five favourite voices in the wellness industry right now, or those you see represented the most?  Would yo...

NBSV 129: Women taking up space in fitness and in business, "bro" culture, & more with Holly Burton

16 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

"Bro culture" is the thing we chuckle about sometimes, or see featured in memes. What happens when we explore this term further, not only within a fit...

NBSV 128: Self-care for chefs, food insecurity, and more: a discussion with Chef Stephanie

02 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's not out of the ordinary for us to hear about self-care, ideal ways to practice it, and why it's so imperative. It is rare, however, to hear it di...

NBSV 127: Kids in vegan activism, self care for advocates [and more] with Kingston Zoom Walters

19 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Many folks come to veganism later in life, but there are a select few who start slightly earlier. Kingston Zoom Walters, also known as King Zoom the V...

NBSV 126: Healthy aging, lasting legacies, and more: a discussion with vegan legend Victoria Moran

05 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What constitutes a "vegan legend"? Let's start with almost 40 years of veganism, being listed by VegNews among the "Top 10 Living Vegetarian Authors',...

NBSV 125: Why multi-level marketing is unethical, and why it's problematic for the fitness industry

20 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

"I've got a great opportunity for you to start your own business and earn extra income on the side!" -- most of us have received an MLM (multi-level m...

NBSV 124: Food, vegan nutrition, the BS of diet culture, and more with Desiree Nielsen + Zoe Peled

07 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's no secret that our podcast episodes often contain at least a few mic drops. This one may set the bar.  Earlier this year, Registered Dietician D...

NBSV 123: Why meal plans don't work [and what does] with plant-based CSN Philip Bryden

24 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We're all relatively familiar with the term and concept of meal plans. For years, they've been offered to us as the fail-proof, non-negotiable element...

NBSV 122: The unexpected relationship between climate action and fitness with PT Emily Kennedy

10 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Climate action has been a longstanding subject, as we become more and more aware of the current, irrefutable climate crisis. However, while we discuss...

NBSV 121: Gut health, "anti-nutrients", and nutrition BS-busting with RD Desiree Nielsen

26 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Maybe you've heard the terms; maybe you haven't: gut health. Anti-nutrients. There are many terms, often elusive, that circulate within the nutrition ...

NBSV 120: Ultra-marathon swimmer Susan Simmons on using veganism to manage M.S. and fuel training

12 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

When you hear the term marathon swim, it's generally referring to a 10km distance [6.2 miles]. Our guest for NBSV #120, Susan Simmons, is an ultra-mar...

NBSV 119: Busting 3 vegan myths with RDN Nisha Melvani

29 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We've all heard them, right? Veganism exists alongside a selection of myths, perpetuated by mainstream media, particular industries, and marketing [to...

NBSV 118: Coach K's fundamentals of strength training + body composition goals on a vegan diet

08 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It is one of the most important, and most inquired-about relationships, and we're diving into it: veganism and strength training.  I outline how to f...

NBSV 117: Fitness industry BS bustin' [and more] with Ren Jones

22 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

If you've listened to the No-Bullshit Vegan podcast before, you've heard his name. If you haven't, it's about time you do!  Coach Ren Jones, one of m...

NBSV 116: Can dogs be vegan? A discussion with Laura Simonson of Virchew

08 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

You've heard the question before, you've seen all the opinions weigh in, and you've seen the spirited discussions on social media about it: can dogs b...

NBSV 115: Vegan bodybuilders [and VeganProteins.com cofounders] Giacomo Marchese and Dani Taylor

25 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How do vegans get their protein? Vegan bodybuilders Dani Taylor and Giacomo Marchese of VeganProteins.com answer this question, and a heck of a lot mo...

NBSV 114: A technological argument against animal products with Dr. Karthik Sekar

11 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Where do technology and animal products intersect [and how do they?] Dr. Karthik Sekar offers a technological argument against animal products, their ...

NBSV 113: Daniel Weiss on athletic performance, and how it relates to body composition and veganism

28 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Daniel Weiss joins me to delve into how body composition and athletic performance intersect, how veganism affects athletic performance, how to improve...

NBSV 112: West African cuisine, the plant-based diet, and where they intersect

14 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

How has West African -specifically Ghanian- cuisine [and its plant-based nature], influenced US and Caribbean food cultures? Nana-Serwa Mancell is the...

NBSV 111: Truly F*cked Up Parts of the Fitness Industry part II with Zoe Peled

30 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

What do noses have to do with weight loss? How do we talk about "problem" areas? Watch out: the holidays are coming + you best repent for your food ch...

NBSV 110: Chrissy King on merging social justice with the fitness industry

16 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

What are some ways we can approach diversity and inclusion within the fitness industry, and what work still needs to be done? Adapted from a Zoom conv...

NBSV 109: Ren Jones on diversity + inclusion in the fitness industry

02 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

"Fitness is rooted in two things: patriarchy, and access." Ren Jones is a certified trainer and certified nutrition coach in Charlotte, North Carolina...

NBSV 108: Shawn Stratton of the International Vegan Film Festival: past, present + future

19 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The International Vegan Film Festival [IVFF] and World Tour was founded in 2018. It is the largest vegan film festival of its kind in the entire world...

NBSV 107: Veganism and abortion - a critical discussion

05 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It is a comparison ever-present in the vegan community, though it is rarely critically addressed: veganism and abortion. In light of the recent legisl...

NBSV 106: Chef AJ & Glen Merzer on the science of low-fat, plant based diets

21 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We've all heard the discussions around low-fat, plant-based diets [sometimes referred to as whole foods, plant-based]. The question remains: is it all...

NBSV 105: Demystifying [and mastering] vegan meal planning with Sophia DeSantis

07 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Vegan meal planning: you've heard the term, and it's one that can both inspire and elude. Sophia DeSantis is here to show us how to move from overwhel...

NBSV 104: Four Truly F*cked Up Parts of the Fitness Industry with Zoe Peled

24 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

What kind of messaging do we see in the fitness industry on a regular basis, and why are many parts of it so problematic? Alongside my coaching collea...

NBSV 103: Before The Butcher Founder Danny O'Malley on creating plant-based meat, veganism, + more

10 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Is veganism really as difficult to implement as many folks say it is? Danny O'Malley, President and Founder of Before the Butcher, answers this questi...

NBSV 102: Alexandra Caspero of Plant-Based Juniors busts myths about vegan diets for children

27 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Is a plant-based diet healthy for kids? Furthermore, is it safe for kids? Alexandra Caspero from Plant-Based Juniors joins me to answer these question...

NBSV 101: Michelle Schwegmann of Portland's Herbivore on vegan parenting, business, and her new cookbook

13 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Herbivore is one of the best-known vegan stores in the world. Co-founder Michelle Schwegmann joins me to share some of Herbivore's history, her view o...

NBSV 100!! Ten listeners each have a 10-minute chat with Karina on veganism, fitness, and much more

29 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In celebration of our 100th (!!) episode, I speak with 10 of our amazing listeners for 10 minutes each. You'll hear from a farm sanctuary founder, a h...

NBSV 099: Jess Peacock on the critical intersections of religion and veganism

15 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

How does veganism pertain to religion? There are blind spots intrinsic within religious communities, as veganism clearly pertains to the connection be...

NBSV 098: "Cheat" meals and why I don't use that term, there's no "perfect diet", & other BS-busting

01 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

A listener asked, "How do you feel about cheat days or cheat meals?" This is my answer. I discuss why I don't use the term "cheat" in relation to f...

NBSV 097: Setareh Bateni on defining "veganism", running a vegan jewellery business + more

18 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

How do we define "veganism"? Vegan business owner (One Thing Lockets) Setareh Bateni addresses the complexities of this answer, from a unique perspect...

NBSV 096: Actor Justina Adorno (Mayans M.C.) on veganism in the film industry, animal rights + more

04 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Justina Adorno is an actor, long-term vegan, and committed to raising awareness through her social platforms about the abuse that animals endure. Just...

NBSV 095: Meredith Marin on mindfulness, how it can help us as vegans, and more

20 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Mindfulness: what is it, how does one start with it, and how can it help us be happier vegans (and activists?) Meredith Marin is a vegan entrepreneur ...

NBSV 094: "The Godfather of Vegan Bodybuilding" Robert Cheeke on his 100-pound gains journey, natural bodybuilding wins + more

06 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Robert Cheeke, often referred to as the "Godfather of Vegan Bodybuilding", played a major role in growing the industry from its 2002 infancy to where ...

NBSV 093: Author + 30-year vegan Peggy Brusseau on The 12 Vegan Food Groups, the 80/20 rule and more

23 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Peggy Brusseau is a food writer, cook, and committed vegan of more than 30 years. Peggy has written or co-written 24 books on food and health. Her mos...

You're invited! Join our 3-day free online extravaganza, A Decade of Deadlifts: 10 Year Anniversary and Book Launch!

11 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Announcing A Decade of Deadlifts: 10 Year Anniversary and Book Launch! Join us for our free, online extravaganza of three days of events (March 19 to ...

NBSV 092: Bill Muir (a.k.a. SGT Vegan) on veganism in the military, and being vegan for 28 years

09 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Bill left a cushy job teaching English in Japan after 9/11 to join the Army as a Combat Medic. Vegan since 1992, Bill adhered to his plant-fueled diet...

NBSV 091: The K.I. team on "weight loss first" fitness, vegan and BMI BS-busting, our training goals, & more

23 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

K.I. team members Karina Inkster, Izzy Pope-Moore, and Zoe Peled unite for a tri-force podcast episode to discuss some "trends" of the fitness/athleti...

NBSV 90: Izzy Pope-Moore on working in a hospital as a vegan during a pandemic, fostering cats, strength training, and more

09 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In Part 1 (of 2) of our K.I. team member series, Izzy Pope-Moore shares what it's like to work in a hospital during a pandemic as a vegan. We chat ab...

NBSV 089: Tobias Sjösten on setting goals (or not), making & tracking progress, and creating habits

26 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Tobias returns to the show to bust myths about the "new year, new you" concept. We both love nerding out on tracking progress, optimizing our habits,...

NBSV 088: Plant-based meal planning expert Stephanie Dreyer debunks meal prep myths

11 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Stephanie Dreyer of Batch Cooking Club joins me to discuss three myths about vegan meal prep: Preparing homemade vegan meals is time consuming and dif...

NBSV 087: Raydel Hernandez on "veganizing" Cuban foods and sharing traditional recipes in vegan form

28 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Raydel's new book passes down traditional Cuban family recipes -- in vegan form. He shares his story of coming to veganism from the typical meat-heavy...

NBSV 086: Dr. Chana Davis on processed foods, and limitations of "whole foods only" veganism

15 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

How is "processed food" defined? Why does the term have such a bad reputation? Where do vegan processed foods fit in? Why is the black-and-white view ...

NBSV 085: Val the Vegan Therapist on navigating the emotional and social challenges of veganism and coping with anxiety

01 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Valerie Martin, a.k.a. Val the Vegan Therapist, offers valuable insights for anyone who's vegan (or veg-curious). We discuss the importance of navigat...

NBSV 084: Devon Hoholuk on eating disorders and veganism--intersections, harmful messaging, recovery, and more

17 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Nutritional counsellor and disordered eating coach Devon Hoholuk discusses why vegan diets are often discouraged in recovery, and how she approaches t...

NBSV 083: Mountaineer Jason Addy on being vegan since 1992, and his self-propelled mountain treks

03 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Vegan since 1992 and a life-long cyclist, mountaineer Jason Addy enjoys doing fully self-propelled mountaineering trips from home to home. I.e. from h...

NBSV 082: Aesthetic-driven fitness in the vegan community (balancing health, body, & fitness goals)

20 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I address the misconception that veganism is inherently beneficial for weight loss, and I discuss navigating the sometimes-very-thin line between heal...

NBSV 081: Muzammil Ahmad on the lack of nutrition education in med school & what he's doing about it

06 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Soon-to-be doctor Muzammil Ahmad joins me to discuss the lack of nutrition education in medical schools and his work to reform it, including bringing ...

NBSV 080: Chef Guy Vaknin has served 2 million vegan meals with his Beyond Sushi brand in NYC

22 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Guy Vaknin, owner of plant-based chain Beyond Sushi in New York City, joins me for a conversation on building his vegan business (and transitioning it...

NBSV 079: Bradie S. Crandall busts myths on climate change, cattle farming, organic crops, & GMOs

08 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Bradie discusses how the foods we eat affect climate change and why being vegan fights climate change; sheds some light on animal agriculture (cattle,...

NBSV 078: Robby Barbaro on mastering diabetes and insulin resistance with a plant-based diet

25 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Robby Barbaro spent 6 years building the Forks Over Knives brand, and is the cofounder of Mastering Diabetes. He discusses insulin resistance and why ...

NBSV 077: Coach Ren Jones on race, equality, and inclusiveness in the fitness industry

11 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Should fitness professionals speak about race issues? (Spoiler: YES. Health includes mental wellbeing, so fitness professionals can't help folks with ...

NBSV 076: Vegan environmental science prof Dr. Greg Schwartz on fighting climate change with your diet

28 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The best way to fight climate change is with your diet. We also discuss the importance of healthy soil: did you know soil sequesters more carbon than ...

NBSV 075: Jon Goodman on many ways "hustling" is B.S., and focusing on one thing to achieve success

14 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I got to interview my business role model! Jonathan Goodman of the Personal Trainer Development Center, the world's largest site for fitness professio...

NBSV 074: Susan Levin on 4 ways the vegan diet is optimal for athletes, and the PCRM's recommendations for the Dietary Guidelines for Americans

30 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Susan Levin is the director of nutrition education for the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM), and a registered dietitian specializi...

NBSV 073: GiGi Carter and Alissa Nash on the increasing number of Black vegans, and whether veganism should include human rights

16 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

One of the fastest-growing vegan demographics is Black Americans. Alissa Nash and GiGi Carter discuss increasing the number of Black vegans, including...

NBSV 072: Bradie S. Crandall shares 6 reasons why a vegan diet is beneficial for strength athletes (+ book announcement!)

02 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

State record-holding vegan powerlifter, former collegiate football player, and chemical and biomolecular engineering PhD student Bradie S. Crandall sh...

NBSV 071: Ask Me Anything--21 listener questions answered about fitness, nutrition, and veganism

19 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I answer 21 questions on everything from post-workout protein options, to sweating, to B.S. nutritionists, to more philosophical questions about lifes...

NBSV 070: Why vegans shouldn't support PETA, and how to assess whether an animal sanctuary is legit

05 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

PETA is the world's largest and most recognized animal rights organization. I feel they send the wrong message about animal rights, and give all of us...

NBSV 069: Dr. Scott Lear on exercising and eating well while we're staying home

21 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In our last coronavirus-related episode before we get back to regularly scheduled programming, Dr. Scott Lear joins me to discuss exercising and healt...

NBSV 068: Nailing your fitness goals during a pandemic (Part 1): Mike Howard on 4 mindset strategies and at-home fat loss

07 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Mike discusses how we can overcome some of the mindset challenges associated with the current COVID-19 pandemic, and how we can continue to work towar...

NBSV 067: From butcher to vegan bodybuilder: Fraser Bayley's story, and powerful insights on mindset

24 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Fraser Bayley has an unusual story, having gone from being a butcher with multiple mental health challenges to a passionate vegan advocate, bodybuilde...

NBSV 066: B.S.-busting on lectins (a.k.a. "antinutrients"). Why they're not harmful, and why a "lectin-free" diet is pseudoscience.

10 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

NBSV 065: Chris Bratseth and Dr. Danielle Marentette on raising vegan kids, and veganism at school and the doctor's office

25 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Chris is a high school teacher. We discuss the plant-based nutrition classes and seminars he's facilitated, and how youth are driving change within th...

NBSV 064: Fibre artist and dyer Heidi Braacx on the ethics and environmental impacts of wool, and vegan alternatives

11 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Heidi Braacx, owner of Vegan Yarn, joins me to discuss the ethics and environmental impacts of wool, and why vegans don't use it. Heidi says, "Just be...

NBSV 063: Ren Jones on coaching, B.S. in the fitness and diet industries, and small but mighty habits

28 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Ren is a certified personal trainer, corrective exercise specialist, and nutrition coach. In this episode: How the fitness industry is changing, to th...

NBSV 062: Nail your goals in 2020: build habits, get lasting results, and don't rely on motivation

31 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

If you're starting a new fitness, nutrition, or health habit in 2020 (or if you want to make sure you keep going with your current ones), this episode...

NBSV 061: Dr. Bo Bennett on sentiocentrism and the morality of eating meat and animal products

17 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Social scientist Dr. Bo Bennett shares his ideas on the morality of eating meat. We discuss the moral framework of sentiocentrism, and using it to det...

NBSV 060: "Ask Me Anything" questions from listeners - batch cooking, training, vegan nutrition, protein, and more!

03 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

I'm answering random questions today from awesome podcast listeners, including: how to get 100 grams of protein a day as a vegan, how the heck I fit s...

NBSV 059: Julieanna Hever (the Plant-Based Dietitian) on "macroconfusion", creating a well-rounded healthspan diet, and more

19 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The Plant-Based Dietitian is here to discuss "macroconfusion": why focusing on macronutrients is not the best way to optimize your diet, and what to d...

NBSV 058: "Travelling is too difficult!" is a B.S. excuse to not go vegan: insight from 14 vegan travellers

05 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

I give you my own take on vegan travel, and share insight from 13 other vegans! If you're thinking about going vegan, if you're vegan already, or if y...

NBSV 057: My review of The Game Changers documentary

29 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This documentary busts many myths about veganism, but it ain't perfect. If you're curious about athletic performance on a vegan diet, it's worth watch...

NBSV 056: Dr. Shane Williams on the new red and processed meat studies, and promoting a plant-based diet in his cardiology practice

22 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss the recent controversy about red meat and processed meats: a few new meta-analyses suggested we should continue to consume these meats, sin...

NBSV 055: David Isbister on vegan meats, banning cetacean captivity, and being vegan for over 20 years

08 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

David, maker of mind-blowingly delicious vegan foods with his company, PlantBase Food, joins me to discuss vegan meats, activism around cetacean capti...

NBSV 054: Registered Dietitian Lauren McNeill does a deep-dive on vegan protein and omega-3 fatty acids

24 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Protein: Why is it important? How much do we need? Do we need to combine foods? What are the best (whole foods) vegan sources of protein? Lauren share...

NBSV 053: Chef Dustin Harder on bridging the gap between vegans and non-vegans, community over competition, and more

10 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Chef Dustin, creator of the vegan travel series The Vegan Roadie, is on the show to chat with me about his awesome new book, Epic Vegan; the concept o...

NBSV 052: Catching up with vegan strongman athlete and coach Melody Schoenfeld

27 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

For today's conversation we didn't have any sort of agenda - we're just shooting the sh!t. Or shooting the *bull*sh!t I should say, because we end up ...

NBSV 051: Gael Bishop on her near life-ending battle with alcohol addiction, and how alcohol affects our fitness results

10 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Gael shares her powerful story of overcoming alcohol addiction. She's been sober since October 1, 2013. Also: How does alcohol affect our ability to g...

NBSV 050: Dr. Sarina Pasricha on the gut microbiome. What is it? How do we improve it? What does veganism have to do with it?

25 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Sarina Pasricha is a nationally recognized gastroenterologist and speaker. We discuss: What is the gut microbiome? Why is it important? How does b...

NBSV 049: Registered Sports Dietitian Heidi Strickler on smart supplementation for vegan athletes, why "vegan" isn't synonymous with "healthy", and much more

16 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Heidi Strickler is a Registered Sports Dietitian, competitive endurance athlete and trail runner, and avid lover of all things mountains and outdoors...