Plant Bae's Diary

Plant Bae

Hey Plant Bae! Welcome to Plant Bae's Diary – your weekly dose of plant based laughter, and knowledge & vegan realism . Join me as I bring plant based celebs into the spotlight, spill the milk (oat, of course) on vegan news, read your messages, & more! Whether you're a seasoned Herbivore, Curious-ivore or Whatever-ivore, I got you, Plant Bae's Diary is your go-to, keep-it-real, vegan gurl in a podcast. Share your questions, vegan views & diaries with me! Plantbaesdiary@gmail.com Instagram: @plantbaesdiary

  1. FEB 10

    #49: Brian Jacobs: London Vegans

    This episode, we’re joined by Brian Jacobs, the man behind London Vegans —one of the largest and most engaged online vegan communities in the UK. He also runs VeganLondon.co.uk, a go-to resource for plant-based dining, events, and ethical living in London.We dive deep into the power of online vegan communities, combating misinformation, staying connected, and using hypnotherapy to support people transitioning to a vegan lifestyle. 00:00 - Intro02:06 - The origins of London Vegans04:02 - Who joins the online groups?05:49 - The strength of community06:46 - Community & overcoming vegan challenges together07:55 - How London Vegans stay active & thrives – Online & in-person engagement09:15 - Brian’s vegan beginnings11:48 - Vegan spaces: welcoming or critical?13:20 - Who joins the in-person groups? – Meetups, events & connections16:38 - The impact of COVID on the London Vegans Groups19:15 - Brian’s website – VeganLondon.co.uk, a hub for plant-based living21:35 - Running London Vegans – How much time does it take? Who helps?24:14 - IYKYK25:18 - Brian’s introduction to hypnotherapy26:53 - Can hypnotherapy help people go vegan?29:42 - The final hurdle… cheese & dairy – Why it’s so hard to give up32:25 - Being the only vegan in the room... HELP34:07 - Brian’s vegan journey & living vegan in London36:49 - Challenging vegan bashing38:22 - The optimism behind veganism – Why the future is plant-based39:41 - Leading by example – The impact of online & offline activism40:43 - Kiera’s parting question Watch, listen, and get involved!Follow‪@BrianMJacobs‬ Instagram  / londonveganbrian  Websitehttps://www.veganlondon.co.uk/London Vegans:Websitehttp://www.londonvegans.org/lvhome.phpFacebook  / 2373005512

    44 min
  2. 12/29/2024

    #46: Simon Russel: Hunt Saboteurs Association

    OUR FIRST VIDEO PODCAST! A massive thank you to all who have supported and stuck with me this year 😘 Simon Russell is the Chair of the Hunt Saboteurs Association (HSA), an organisation dedicated to protecting wildlife and putting an end to illegal fox hunting, and other wildlife. In this episode of Plant Bae's Diary, we delve into the realities of hunting in the UK, the work of hunt saboteurs, and the challenges they face in their fight for justice. I'm honoured to share our first podcast video with Simon as he shares his experiences in the movement, the importance of grassroots activism, and how individuals can get involved to make a difference. (00:00) Intro (02:29) The 60-year history of Hunt Saboteurs Association (04:20) Loopholes in the 2004 hunting ban and trail hunting explained (10:14) Why aren’t the police involved in illegal hunting? (14:00) When the Sab groups step in during hunting season (15:52) All-volunteer efforts and the power of grassroots activism (17:20) The intensity of saboteur work and how long volunteers last (18:35) What a typical saboteur intervention looks like (21:50) Communicating before modern technology (22:45) Using nonviolent direct action to disrupt hunts (24:15) Dealing with aggression and violence from hunters (26:15) Farmers’ mixed feelings about hunting (30:40) Listener question: Lewis (35:45) IYKYK (36:52) Simon’s journey into activism at age 17 (38:06) Simon's vegan journey & relationship with animals (40:31) Building community and embracing inclusivity within HSA (44:25) How HSA secures funding for its grassroots work (48:30) The organisation’s global reach and affiliates (51:00) Pushing for stronger laws and penalties for illegal hunting (55:06) Surprising animals targeted by hunters, like mink (57:57) Simon’s most memorable personal victory as a saboteur (1:00:24) The violent reality of facing hunting groups (1:02:55) Reflecting on violence justified by tradition (1:05:43) What Simon would need if he's stranded on an island

    1h 7m

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Hey Plant Bae! Welcome to Plant Bae's Diary – your weekly dose of plant based laughter, and knowledge & vegan realism . Join me as I bring plant based celebs into the spotlight, spill the milk (oat, of course) on vegan news, read your messages, & more! Whether you're a seasoned Herbivore, Curious-ivore or Whatever-ivore, I got you, Plant Bae's Diary is your go-to, keep-it-real, vegan gurl in a podcast. Share your questions, vegan views & diaries with me! Plantbaesdiary@gmail.com Instagram: @plantbaesdiary