The Glen Merzer Show

Real Men Eat Plants

Filled with freewheeling discussions, liveliness, and health information, The Glen Merzer Show Podcast will move you towards the vegan lifestyle if you're not there already.This podcast is for open-minded individuals who are interested in veganism, climate change, and the destructive effects of animal agriculture, but also enjoy healthy cooking, theater, and culture.Glen Merzer lives with the philosophy that he has two reasons to write: to make people laugh and to make people vegan. He has the same two reasons to podcast.

  1. 24 Jun

    The Globe-trotting Plant-Based Creators: Jeff and Jill Dalton

    Jeff and Jill Dalton, creators of the wildly popular Whole Food Plant-Based Cooking Show, join Glen to share their extraordinary journey of selling everything, traveling the world, and exploring diverse cultures through plant-based cuisine. Sparked by personal health crises, Jeff and Jill transformed their lives through whole food plant-based eating and have since dedicated themselves to making science-based, accessible vegan recipes available to a global audience — without traditional paywalls or advertising. In this episode, Jeff and Jill discuss the minimalist, travel-light lifestyle that has taken them across the globe and into the heart of plant-based food cultures worldwide. They share insights into recipe development focused on familiar comfort foods, their community-driven membership model built on transparency and trust, and the moral and environmental dimensions of a plant-based lifestyle. From African peanut sauce to plant-based pizza and hot dogs, mushrooms to spices, they reflect on over a decade of creating engaging content, navigating YouTube algorithm changes, and inspiring a large and diverse audience to embrace whole food plant-based eating. Have healthy, delicious, oil-free, plant-based Indian food delivered to your door by ordering from https://www.firstseedfoods.com , sponsor of this show, use code GLEN10 to get $10 off your first order! Visit Jeff and Jill's website: https://www.plantbasedcookingshow.com Visit our website: https://www.theglenmerzershow.com Get my new book, 'America Goes Vegan!' here: https://shorturl.at/dgrLQ Get "Live Your Healthiest Life" here: https://shorturl.at/bitDE To order Sweet Indulgence by Chef AJ and me, the healthiest and most beautiful dessert cookbook ever!: https://www.amazon.com/Chef-AJs-Sweet... Follow us on Facebook: / theglenmerzershow Follow us on Instagram: / @theglenmerzershow Follow us on Twitter: / glenmerzershow Follow us on TikTok: / uclcmtg_1i6ve_hfmyru1-ja 00:00 - Introducing Jeff and Jill Dalton, creators of the Whole Food Plant-Based Cooking Show 02:51 - How travel and minimalism facilitated their move around the world 05:12 - Their journey from health problems to embracing a plant-based diet 08:13 - The dramatic weight loss and health improvements within months 11:08 - Favorite recipes and staples—African peanut sauce, salads, and grains 14:29 - The significance of Mr. Rogers' gentle approach as inspiration 16:45 - Building a community-based, transparent content model with memberships 19:02 - The origins of their show in New Zealand and early struggles with audience engagement 21:48 - The influence of childhood TV hero Mr. Rogers on their presentation style 24:17 - Interconnection between personal health, animal welfare, and planetary impact 28:01 - Reflection on how industrial animal farming affects ecosystems and climate 31:08 - Cultural shifts and how traditional foods can be adapted to plant-based versions 33:56 - The challenge and impact of adding a membership model and earning trust 37:04 - The importance of truthful sponsorships and community perks 41:07 - How YouTube algorithm changes affected their reach and growth 45:31 - The future of plant-based cooking books and digital content 51:02 - Encounters with local cultures demonstrating plant-based roots globally 55:53 - The impact of the medical system and the importance of nutritional education 59:12 - Common food staples and meal routines—simple, nutritious, and repetitive 67:26 - Mushrooms as a health-boosting ingredient and culinary tool 69:56 - The unpredictability of their next travel destination and community input 71:13 - Closing thoughts and where to find their content and recipes

    1hr 11min
  2. 6 May

    DR MICHAEL KLAPER GETS PHILOSOPHICAL!

    Dr. Klaper and Glen discuss the resistance that people have to doing what's best for themselves, for the animals, and for the planet. About Our Guest: Dr. Michael Klaper is a pioneer in plant-based nutrition with decades of clinical experience. His mission is to transform medical education to prioritize food as medicine To know more about Dr. Klaper's work visit: www.movingmedforward.org www.doctorklaper.com Moving Medicine Forward, by Dr. Michael Klaper and me, available now on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Moving-Medicine-Forward-Doctors-Nutrition_and/dp/1637748264 Go to www.buddhistblues.com to watch the trailer and sign up to be notified of the release of Glen's film. Enter coupon code Glen10 to get $10 off healthy Indian food: https://firstseedfoods.com/ Visit our website: https://www.theglenmerzershow.com Get 'America Goes Vegan!' here: https://shorturl.at/dgrLQ Get "Live Your Healthiest Life" here: https://shorturl.at/bitDE To order Sweet Indulgence Sweet Indulgence by Chef AJ and me : https://www.amazon.com/Chef-AJs-Sweet-Indulgence-Guilt-Free/dp/1570674248 DISCLAIMER: This podcast does not provide medical advice. The content of this podcast is provided for informational or educational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for informed medical advice or care. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat any health issue without consulting your doctor. Always seek medical advice before making any lifestyle changes.

    23 min
  3. 6 May

    DON AND BEV PROMOTE VITALITY!

    When Don and Beverly met, they had opposing views on diet, and decided to let the science decide which way they would go. Guess which side won the science debate? Join the April 25 Event here: www.pawsandplants.org Visit Dona and Bev's websites: Healthy World Vitality Plan: www.hwvitality.com www.healthyworldsedona.com Moving Medicine Forward, by Dr. Michael Klaper and me, available now on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Moving-Medicine-Forward-Doctors-Nutrition_and/dp/1637748264 Go to www.buddhistblues.com to watch the trailer and sign up to be notified of the release of Glen's film. Enter coupon code Glen10 to get $10 off healthy Indian food: https://firstseedfoods.com/ Visit our website: https://www.theglenmerzershow.com Get 'America Goes Vegan!' here: https://shorturl.at/dgrLQ Get "Live Your Healthiest Life" here: https://shorturl.at/bitDE To order Sweet Indulgence Sweet Indulgence by Chef AJ and me : https://www.amazon.com/Chef-AJs-Sweet-Indulgence-Guilt-Free/dp/1570674248 #PlantBasedHealth #Inflammation #Longevity #HealthDebate #TheGlenMerzerShow DISCLAIMER: This podcast does not provide medical advice. The content of this podcast is provided for informational or educational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for informed medical advice or care. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat any health issue without consulting your doctor. Always seek medical advice before making any lifestyle changes.

    59 min

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Filled with freewheeling discussions, liveliness, and health information, The Glen Merzer Show Podcast will move you towards the vegan lifestyle if you're not there already.This podcast is for open-minded individuals who are interested in veganism, climate change, and the destructive effects of animal agriculture, but also enjoy healthy cooking, theater, and culture.Glen Merzer lives with the philosophy that he has two reasons to write: to make people laugh and to make people vegan. He has the same two reasons to podcast.

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