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The Plant Based News Podcast, from the award-winning team, covers all things health, environment and animals.

  1. Aug 7

    Beyond Meat vs Beef: Which Is Actually Healthier? S03E25

    Plant-based burgers have been criticised for years. But what does the scientific evidence actually say? In this episode, we examine the research comparing Beyond Meat and other plant-based burgers with conventional beef, including findings from the SWAP-MEAT trial and more recent meta-analyses. We discuss cholesterol, TMAO, body weight, sodium, ultra-processed foods, and why many experts believe the public conversation has become oversimplified. Let us know your thoughts in the comments.

    Beyond Meat vs Beef: Which Is Actually Healthier? S03E25

  2. Jul 30

    The Health Experiment of 2026... S03E24

    Can vegans really be as strong as meat eaters? 💪🌱 In this episode, we watch a viral strength challenge from @BrandonWilliamyt where vegan athletes go head-to-head with meat eaters in a series of intense competitions including deadlifts, arm wrestling, calisthenics, tire wrestling, and the hercules hold. But does one entertaining YouTube challenge actually tell us anything about nutrition or athletic performance?

    The Health Experiment of 2026... S03E24

  3. Jul 29

    Gaz Oakley Vegan Fallout Is Not Going Away… S03E23

    So the Gaz Oakley situation is still raising eyebrows all over the internet and globe. But why? And what does he symbolise for the vegan community? We do not condone the burning of books, but clearly the vegan and plant-based community are angry about this one. And we can see why. Let us know what you think in the comments about Gaz's reasons for no longer being vegan...

    Gaz Oakley Vegan Fallout Is Not Going Away… S03E23

  4. Jun 3

    Billie Eilish, Vegan Bodybuilding, Debate Reactions & Record-Breaking Elders S03E22

    In this episode, we're covering everything from celebrity controversy to world records, nutritional debates, and plant-based performance. Billie Eilish recently sat down with Elle Magazine and made a bold claim, that you simply cannot love animals and eat meat at the same time. The internet exploded. But surprisingly, the loudest backlash didn't come from carnivore influencers or right-wing commentators... it came from the progressive left. At 90 years old, Ann Esselstyn just broke the Guinness World Record for the oldest woman to dead hang, and she's been vegan for over 40 years. If you ever needed proof that plants fuel longevity, this is it. The vegan community is fired up after a recent debate on the Jubilee YouTube channel, and we're breaking down exactly why. We also react to a fascinating, and at times frustrating, exchange between plant-based physician Dr. Matthew Nagra and nutritionist and fitness coach Aman Duggal, as they go head to head on whether a vegan diet can truly deliver optimal health. And finally, meet Torre Washington, a 51-year-old, fully natural vegan bodybuilder who has been plant-based since 1998 and just qualified for Mr. Olympia 2026. No protein powders, no shortcuts, just plants and discipline. We break down his story and what it really takes to build serious muscle on a plant-based diet.

    Billie Eilish, Vegan Bodybuilding, Debate Reactions & Record-Breaking Elders S03E22

  5. Apr 25

    Vegetarian Festival Drama, Shawn Baker's Bad Advice & MORE! S03E21

    In this episode we explore the controversy surrounding Shambala Festival, a long-standing 100% vegetarian event that recently sparked debate by proposing something unexpected: adding “sustainably sourced venison” to its menu. In the second half, we react to Shawn Baker’s advice to his younger self: “Never get fat and never stop training.” We also look at Paul Saladino’s shift from strict carnivore to including fruit and carbohydrates, and what that says about evolving ideas in nutrition, metabolic health, and scientific humility.

    Vegetarian Festival Drama, Shawn Baker's Bad Advice & MORE! S03E21

  6. Mar 2

    Keto vs Blue Zones | Influencers: Leaving Veganism | Michaela Peterson: No Longer Carnivore S03E19

    In this episode, we tackle the extremes of diet culture, the quest for longevity, and why hardcore food labels might be a thing of the past. Topics covered in this episode: The Longevity Debate (Buettner vs. Asprey): We break down the fascinating clash between two men who claim to have the answers to living to 100. Is the secret in beans, whole foods, and community, or is it in meat, supplements, and biohacking? The Vegan Exodus: Why are major influencers walking away from the “vegan” label to rebrand as “plant-based”? We look at the strategy, the community reactions, and the debate around “imperfect vegans.” Dropping the Carnivore Diet: Michaela Peterson shares two major updates—she is no longer strictly carnivore, and she is helping launch a massive, crowdfunded randomized clinical study on the diet.

    Keto vs Blue Zones | Influencers: Leaving Veganism | Michaela Peterson: No Longer Carnivore S03E19

  7. Jan 29

    Is This The Future of the Protein Industry? S03E18

    In this powerful conversation we speak with Geoff Palmer, a longtime vegan and natural products pioneer, about the game-changing compound spermidine. Get Mycel Pro-1 today: https://cleanmachineonline.com/products/mycelpro1-unflavored The episode dives into: - What spermidine is and why it matters - How mycelium could transform human and planetary health - The difference between whole food proteins and processed supplements - Palmer’s inspiring transformation and 40-year vegan journey

    Is This The Future of the Protein Industry? S03E18

  8. Jan 3

    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.

    Carnivore Drama, Is Beyond Meat Over? PLUS Nutrition Extremes S03E17
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The Plant Based News 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
    180
  • Rating
    Clean
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