The Plant Based News Podcast

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The PBN podcast, from the award-winning team, covers all things health, environment and animals.

  1. Carnivore Drama, Is Beyond Meat Over? PLUS Nutrition Extremes S03E17

    6D AGO

    Carnivore Drama, Is Beyond Meat Over? PLUS Nutrition Extremes S03E17

    Nutrition advice has never been louder or more polarized. From carnivore-only diets to sugar-only extremes, confident claims often race ahead of the science. In this episode, we explore three stories shaping today’s nutrition debate. First, we unpack insights from a Mayo Clinic–trained physician, clinical nutrition expert, and stage 4 cancer survivor, who explains why food is medicine and why plant-forward eating and moderation continue to outperform nutrition fads. We then look at the business and media landscape around plant-based food, including the collapse of Beyond Meat’s share price, comments from CEO Ethan Brown, and claims from an industry insider paid to spread anti-vegan messaging online. We also examine the science comparing meat and plant-based alternatives, including the Stanford “Swap Meat” study. Finally, we examine the rise of the carnivore diet online, driven by influencer anecdotes, and why medical experts are pushing back as concerns grow about long-term health risks and misinformation.

    50 min
  2. BEST Vegan Films, The Protein Debate & Are Carnivore Influencers OVER? S03E16

    12/05/2025

    BEST Vegan Films, The Protein Debate & Are Carnivore Influencers OVER? S03E16

    In this episode, we bring together three powerful conversations. We look at the rise and cracks in the carnivore influencer movement, including recent controversies around Steak & Butter Gal. We then unpack The Great Protein Debate between Dr. Neal Barnard and Dr. Matthew Nagra, breaking down what the latest research actually says about plant vs. animal protein, muscle, and health outcomes. Finally, we reflect on the vegan and plant-based documentaries that have shaped millions of people’s thinking over the last decade – from Cowspiracy and What the Health to The Game Changers, Seaspiracy, The Twin Experiment, and beyond – and how storytelling can change behavior in a way facts alone often can’t.

    49 min
  3. Fasting, Protein Myths, and the Rise & Fall of Veganism S03E15

    10/21/2025

    Fasting, Protein Myths, and the Rise & Fall of Veganism S03E15

    In this episode of the Plant Based News Podcast, we’re diving into three of the biggest conversations happening in the plant-based world right now. First, we explore the science of fasting and how one patient reversed lymphoma through a whole food plant-based diet and stayed cancer-free for over a decade. Then we tackle the heated debate over protein, with Stanford professor Dr. Christopher Gardner dismantling myths about amino acids and plant protein “quality.” Finally, we unpack the backlash against veganism: falling sales at Beyond Meat, processed food criticism, and whether the movement has lost its health halo.

    36 min
  4. Big Pharma Boss ENDS THE DEBATE On Diet vs Drugs S03E14

    08/27/2025

    Big Pharma Boss ENDS THE DEBATE On Diet vs Drugs S03E14

    Klaus Mitchell interviews Dr. Bharat Shah, CBE as well as his brother Manish Shah about Sigma Pharmaceuticals and what he has learnt about the industry, including his experience with Jainism, dairy, a plant based diet, and much more!

    25 min
  5. Seed Oils, Lizzo, and the 75-Year-Old Vegan Who Puts Us All to Shame S03E13

    08/18/2025

    Seed Oils, Lizzo, and the 75-Year-Old Vegan Who Puts Us All to Shame S03E13

    In this episode, we dive into three hot conversations rocking the plant-based world. First, we tackle the seed oil panic, are they really toxic, or is it just the latest scapegoat? Dr. Matthew Nagra joins Rich Roll to separate facts from fear. Then, we unpack Lizzo’s controversial claims about quitting veganism, needing animal protein, and blaming fake meat for fatigue. And finally, we celebrate the unstoppable Chef Babette, the 75-year-old raw-food powerhouse showing the world what aging on plants can really look like. This episode is part science, part culture critique, and part inspiration, with one unifying message: don’t believe everything you’re told about food.

    47 min
  6. EXCLUSIVE: 72 Year Old Nun Starts Powerlifting For Health & Longevity S03E12

    08/04/2025

    EXCLUSIVE: 72 Year Old Nun Starts Powerlifting For Health & Longevity S03E12

    At 72 years old, Sister Pat Farrell just competed in her first-ever powerlifting competition and won a medal. A Dominican nun from Sandra Fall, Sister Pat benched 77 pounds and deadlifted 160, proving it's never too late to start training or to explore a plant-based lifestyle. In this exclusive interview, Sister Pat shares how strength training has improved her back and joint health, helped her age pain-free, and even inspired other sisters to get more active. She also opens up about her decades-long plant-based journey, the influence of her faith, and how veganism and spirituality intertwine through a deeper respect for all living beings. Joined by powerlifting coach Katya, the conversation dives into aging, muscle loss, motivation, and the value of resistance training for everyone no matter your age or belief system. Whether you're 27 or 72, this video is a powerful reminder: it’s never too late to begin. Check out Pat and Katya on their social media here - https://www.instagram.com/pfarrellop/ https://www.instagram.com/gorbachevae/

    26 min
  7. What is the MediterrAsian Diet - Why Does Dr. William Li Promote It? S03E11

    07/01/2025

    What is the MediterrAsian Diet - Why Does Dr. William Li Promote It? S03E11

    In this special audio episode from Plant Based News, we bring together three powerful conversations that challenge diet extremes and spotlight the science behind long-term health. We begin with a breakdown of one of the internet’s most surprisingly reasonable ex-vegan videos—questioning whether honest dialogue is possible in today’s polarized nutrition world. Then we turn to a viral clip where ChatGPT is pushed to its limits in a heated exchange about the carnivore diet. Is AI too agreeable for its own good—or is it trying to keep the peace in a sea of pseudoscience? Finally, we explore the concept of the MediterrAsian diet, championed by Dr. William Li on The Diary of a CEO podcast. Fusing Mediterranean and Asian dietary wisdom, Dr. Li outlines a path rooted in sustainability, longevity, and delicious whole foods.

    40 min
  8. HERE’S WHY AMLA FRUIT IS THE NUMBER 1 SUPERFOOD - Dr. Khambatta S03E09

    05/16/2025

    HERE’S WHY AMLA FRUIT IS THE NUMBER 1 SUPERFOOD - Dr. Khambatta S03E09

    In this powerful interview, Dr. Cyrus Khambatta—co-author of Mastering Diabetes—explains why the amla berry (aka Indian gooseberry) is the world’s most potent antioxidant-rich food. Backed by research, Dr. Khambatta shares how even a tiny daily dose can help lower blood glucose, blood pressure, and cholesterol—all at once. From his personal health journey with type 1 diabetes to launching Amla Green, he breaks down the science, benefits, and practical ways to incorporate this Ayurvedic superfood into your life. If you’ve never heard of amla or dismissed it due to its taste, this conversation will change your mind. 💚 Learn more: https://www.amlagreen.com

    40 min
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The PBN podcast, from the award-winning team, covers all things health, environment and animals.

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  • Creator
    Plant Based News
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2026
  • Episodes
    173
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