Vegans Explore Network

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22 mars

24/07/2025

Shaping a Vegan Future with Kate Galli (@strongbodygreenplanet): Fitness and Vegan Lifestyle Insights

In this episode of The Vegans Who Lift Podcast, co-hosts Brook Sellers (@miss_meatless_msucle) and John Thomas (@thebodybuildingvegan), are joined by Kate Galley (@strongbodygreenplanet). We explore Kate's journey from a shy teenager to a personal trainer and vegan health coach, highlighting her transition from vegetarian to veganism and the profound impact it had on her life and career. Our discussion covers the evolution of plant-based options, strategies for maintaining a healthy vegan lifestyle, and the importance of finding your community for support and inspiration. Kate also shares insights on her personal and professional growth, emphasizing the significance of leading with compassion and continuously striving for a vegan world. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about fitness, community, and the transformative power of veganism! Follow us on Instagram! Brooke: https://www.instagram.com/miss_meatless_muscle/ John: https://www.instagram.com/thebodybuildingvegan/ Kate: https://www.instagram.com/strongbodygreenplanet/ Subscribe to our YouTube channels! John: https://www.youtube.com/@BodybuildingVeganTV Brooke: https://www.youtube.com/@missmeatlessmuscle And shoutout to our podcast sponsors!! 🍪🌱 GREENBITESGO: visionary creators of delicious, high-protein vegan treats with clean ingredients, perfect for your vegan gains. Use code #VEGANSWHOLIFT to save 25% on your order! Order yours here: https://greenbitesgo.com/discount/%2523VEGANSWHOLIFT 💚💪 VEDGE NUTRITION: organic, artificial sweetener free, third party testes protein, greens, pre workouts and more! Use code: VEGANSWHOLIFT to save on your order and support the pod today! Order yours here: https://vedge-nutrition.myshopify.com/?rfsn=8655833.bc91c9

24/07/2025

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46 min
15/08/2025

Strong, Vegan, & Expecting: Katya’s Pregnant Powerlifter Journey

In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Katya (@gorbachevae) - a powerhouse vegan athlete, competitive powerlifter, and soon-to-be mom. Katya shares how she’s navigating her training and nutrition throughout pregnancy, what she’s most excited about for her baby’s arrival, and how she’s handling the unique challenges (and misconceptions) that come with being an athlete, being vegan, and being pregnant. From adapting workouts to fueling for both performance and a healthy pregnancy, Katya opens up about what’s changed, what’s stayed the same, and what she’s learned along the way. Whether you’re an athlete, a vegan, a parent, or just someone curious about breaking stereotypes, this conversation will leave you inspired and informed. If you enjoy this episode, don’t forget to like the podcast and subscribe so you never miss future conversations with incredible guests like Katya. Follow us on Instagram! Katya: https://www.instagram.com/gorbachevae/ Brooke: https://www.instagram.com/miss_meatless_muscle/ John: https://www.instagram.com/thebodybuildingvegan/ Subscribe to our YouTube channels! John: https://www.youtube.com/@BodybuildingVeganTV Brooke: https://www.youtube.com/@missmeatlessmuscle Katya: https://www.youtube.com/@KatyaGorbacheva And shoutout to our podcast sponsors!! GREENBITESGO: visionary creators of delicious, high-protein vegan treats with clean ingredients, perfect for your vegan gains. Use code #VEGANSWHOLIFT to save 25% on your order! Order yours here: https://greenbitesgo.com/discount/%2523VEGANSWHOLIFT VEDGE NUTRITION: organic, artificial sweetener free, third party testes protein, greens, pre workouts and more! Use code: VEGANSWHOLIFT to save on your order and support the pod today! Order yours here: https://vedge-nutrition.myshopify.com/?rfsn=8655833.bc91c9

15/08/2025

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49 min
18/12/2025

Building Muscle, a Business, and a Baby: Life as Jacked Vegan Parents

In today’s episode, we sit down with Eileen & Julian to talk about what life really looks like in this new season. We dive into: • Navigating parenthood while protecting your relationship • How they communicate and support each other as a couple • Running a vegan fitness business while raising a baby • Finding balance with training, recovery, and real life • Letting go of perfection and redefining what “success” looks like This conversation is honest, refreshing, and so relatable whether you’re a parent, entrepreneur, or just trying to balance fitness with a full life. Tune in now and let us know your biggest takeaway. Follow us on Instagram! Brooke: https://www.instagram.com/miss_meatless_muscle/ John: https://www.instagram.com/thebodybuildingvegan/ Subscribe to our YouTube channels! John: https://www.youtube.com/@BodybuildingVeganTV Brooke: https://www.youtube.com/@missmeatlessmuscle And shoutout to our podcast sponsors!! GREENBITESGO: visionary creators of delicious, high-protein vegan treats with clean ingredients, perfect for your vegan gains. Use code #VEGANSWHOLIFT to save 25% on your order! Order yours here: https://greenbitesgo.com/discount/%2523VEGANSWHOLIFT VEDGE NUTRITION: organic, artificial sweetener free, third party testes protein, greens, pre workouts and more! Use code: VEGANSWHOLIFT to save on your order and support the pod today! Order yours here: https://vedge-nutrition.myshopify.com/?rfsn=8655833.bc91

18/12/2025

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52 min
31/01/2025

The Connection Between Diet & Energy | E9

Ever feel like you’re running on empty? 🌱 Your diet might be the reason! In this episode of the Pre-Vegans Podcast, we break down the powerful connection between food and energy—how the right plant-based choices can boost vitality, reduce inflammation, and help you power through your day. Plus, bodybuilder Chris Moore shares his inspiring Vegan Origin Story, proving that you can build serious muscle and endurance on a plant-based diet. Don’t miss this one! Mentioned in this episode: Vegans Explore Network You're listening to the Vegans Explore Network found at VegansExplore.com/podcaasts

31/01/2025

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11 min
21 MARS

Why 31 Vegan Food Names Are Being Targeted

Why are 31 common food terms like bacon, steak, and ribs being targeted for removal from Vegan products? In this episode, we break down the EU’s proposed restrictions, what the data actually says about consumer confusion, and why language plays a major role in how people explore plant-based eating. Learn what this could mean for the future of food and for anyone curious about making the transition.

21 mars

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6 min
03/12/2025

A Moment of Clarity

Every movement has a turning point, and this episode is exactly that for Vegans Explore. What began as a simple dinner in New York City became a moment of clarity that reshaped the entire mission. In this powerful episode, Sean A. Russell speaks directly to creators, entrepreneurs, nonprofits, seasoned Vegans, and pre-Vegans, bringing everyone into one shared vision. You will hear why Vegans Explore is building the world’s largest Vegan community, why the Vegans Explore Passport exists, and why this movement can only reach its full potential when we build it together. This is the big-picture episode that ties everything and everyone into one unified purpose. Inside, Sean breaks down the roles each group plays, the challenges they face, and the opportunity we now have to co-create a global ecosystem built on compassion, strategy, and collective strength. If you have ever wondered where you fit in this movement, this episode is your answer. If you have ever felt the weight of doing it alone, this episode is your reminder that you no longer have to. Join us, step into the Passport Community, and help make history with us at VegansExplore.com.

03/12/2025

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7 min
17/01/2025

How Vitamin B12 Boosts Energy and Protects Your Body | E3

Why is Vitamin B12 essential for everyone—not just vegans? Discover the truth about this tiny nutrient, its critical role in health, and hear an incredible vegan origin story from Dr. Neal Barnard that might just change your perspective on food forever. Mentioned in this episode: Vegans Explore Network You're listening to the Vegans Explore Network found at VegansExplore.com/podcaasts

17/01/2025

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8 min
10/02/2025

The Difference Between Plant-based and Vegan | E13

In Episode 0013 of the Pre-Vegans Podcast, host Sean A. Russell tackles a topic that often confuses newcomers—the difference between being Vegan and following a plant-based diet. Many use the terms interchangeably, but they have distinct meanings with major implications for ethics, health, and lifestyle. Listeners will learn: ✅ What defines a plant-based diet and how it differs from Veganism ✅ Why ethics play a key role in Veganism beyond just food choices ✅ The health benefits of both lifestyles and how to optimize nutrition ✅ How to transition smoothly, whether for health or ethical reasons PLUS, this episode features a Vegan origin story from a special guest, Chef Babette Davis, who shares their journey toward a fully plant-based lifestyle. Mentioned in this episode: Vegans Explore Network You're listening to the Vegans Explore Network found at VegansExplore.com/podcaasts

10/02/2025

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19 min
11/12/2025

Maizly: The World’s First Corn Milk Is Here

Sean A. Russell sits down with Tim Leclercq, co-founder of Maizly, creators of the world’s first corn milk. Recorded live at Plant Based World Expo, this conversation explores how a simple idea became a four-year journey of innovation, perseverance, and 120 product iterations. Tim shares how corn went from an overlooked crop with a bad reputation to the hero ingredient behind a neutral-tasting, fiber-rich, environmentally efficient milk alternative. Listeners will learn why Maizly chose corn, how they solved the taste problem for flexitarians, what makes corn milk so sustainable, and where people can find it today. This episode is perfect for innovators, Vegan entrepreneurs, and anyone excited to see new ideas push the movement forward. Visit VegansExplore.com/podcast to discover more Vegan brands and stories.

11/12/2025

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6 min
09/11/2025

Can We End World Hunger with Legislation?

What if laws—not charity—could end world hunger? In this episode, host Sean A. Russell examines two groundbreaking food-waste policies: California’s SB 1383 and France’s Loi Garot. Learn how these laws are transforming surplus food into meals for those in need, the challenges they face, and how communities and tech innovators like Too Good To Go are helping bridge the gap between waste and hunger relief. Explore how policy, logistics, and innovation intertwine to reshape food systems worldwide. Visit VegansExplore.com for full episodes and ways to get involved in building a kinder, more sustainable future.

09/11/2025

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9 min

Explore some of the top podcasts designed to help you on your Vegan journey.