The Chef Bai Podcast

Chef Bai
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The Chef Bai Podcast

Chef Bai aka Bailey Ruskus is a chef, best selling author, entrepreneur, podcast host, activist and holistic nutritionist. The Chef Bai Podcast is a series of short and sweet, snackable episodes about 10-20 minutes long, so that you can tune in on your way to work or whenever! Think of it as a quick hang with Bai! Bai will be sharing her thoughts, feelings, and insights about womens health, current events, clean eating, and her life as an entrepreneur, wife, dog mom, and more! Have a question for Bai that you want answered on the show? Head to www.chefbai.kitchen/podcast and fill out the form.

  1. 11/13/2023

    Can we stop celebrating Thanksgiving already?

    In this episode of the Chef Bai Podcast, Bai dives into the inconsistencies around Thanksgiving as a holiday. She points out the irony of how we as a society, celebrate a day of giving thanks, spending time with loved ones and cooking together, based on a history of exploiting indigenous people. When you uncover the layers of what happened to the indigenous people when the pilgrims came overseas years ago, it’s heartbreaking. Even today, some the most poorly funded, poorly supported communities suffering in the United States are indigenous people. Now is a great time to look into your local indigenous communities and see how you can help give support and love. Bai dares "You" the listener to take a moment and see how we as individuals can give back, give thanks, and give a lil love to those in need of it most. Bai suggests a crazy concept. Can we stop celebrating thanksgiving?? We can still gather, still cook together, still spend time with family around this time of year, but have it based purely on that. Gathering around community. At the end of the day it’s not about the turkey, it’s about turning off the noise and being present with friends and family.  The “Thanksgiving holiday” is not only poorly associated with the suffering of indigenous people, it’s also associated with the suffering of over 46 million turkeys that get slaughtered each year in the United states for thanksgiving alone. Not to forget that these massive factory farms which execute these horrific deeds, negatively effect the communities living nearby with environmental pollution from animal waste and/or chemicals, and negatively effect the mental health for workers who operate inside and/or around these slaughter houses and factory farms. With all this harm, there has to be a way to bring more compassion into this time of year. What do you think? How does the Thanksgiving holiday make you feel? Leave a comment! Want Bai to highlight something more specific? Go to ⁠⁠⁠www.chefbai.kitchen/thepodcast⁠⁠⁠ and leave a question for Bai.  Love the show? Leave a review on ⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠ about your favorite part of the podcast to help support us or leave 5 Stars on Spotify! Help us spread the love! Don’t forget to share with a friend! Want more info about Chef Bai? Follow Chef Bai on IG and Tiktok @⁠⁠Chef_bai Sponsored By: The 14 Day Plant Based Challenge! Simply go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.chefbai.kitchen/challenge⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ When you purchase it, you get lifetime access, and you can do it at your own pace at your own time.  Only $22 For Lifetime access! (Less than $2/day to join!) What you’ll get with the challenge:  1. Three 14 Day meal guides including one to go along side our cookbook, "Cook. Heal. Go Vegan!"  2. VIP Access to our masterclass "Thriving On Plants!" + our new masterclass "Processed To Plants” 3. Daily food facts, videos, and wellness info to help keep you on track of your challenge! 4. Extra resources to motivate and educate you well beyond the two weeks, including 3 recipes of the day, everyday! 5. A self paced schedule to take your two week challenge whenever it’s convenient for you! ***Use this code for 50% the challenge at checkout: PODCAST Love the show? Leave a review on ⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠ about your favorite part of the podcast to help support us or leave 5 Stars on Spotify! Help us spread the love! Don’t forget to share with a friend! Want more info about Chef Bai? Follow Chef Bai on IG and Tiktok @⁠⁠Chef_bai

    20 min

  2. 11/06/2023

    The Holiday Challenge!

    In this episode of the Chef Bai Podcast, Bai wanted to take a moment to stop and offer a new perspective before rushing into this holiday season. Especially in western society, Bai explains how each year, we as a collective go though this cycle of ending the year with guilty pleasures & overindulgence, and then starting each year anew, just to end it the same way again. This cycle of consumerism during the holidays can be hard on a lot of us, especially the next day when we inflict guilt on ourselves and say harsh things about our own bodies. Instead of having guilt because we decided to over consume the day before, Bai challenges you to be kind to yourself. To look at yourself in the mirror, and give yourself positive feedback and affirmations throughout the next two months even when you don't feel like it.  She challenges you to be present, and to be aware. To stop and smell the roses and to not punish yourself for enjoying your life. The stress we put on our bodies from negative thoughts can weaken the immune system and be very damaging to the body overall in the long run. Changing the verbiage and instead of criticizing yourself, trying being your own hype person. If you won’t be your own hype person, who will?? Tune in now! Sponsored By: The 14 Day Plant Based Challenge! Simply go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.chefbai.kitchen/challenge⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ When you purchase it, you get lifetime access, and you can do it at your own pace at your own time.  Only $22 For Lifetime access! (Less than $2/day to join!) What you’ll get with the challenge:  1. Three 14 Day meal guides including one to go along side our cookbook, "Cook. Heal. Go Vegan!"  2. VIP Access to our masterclass "Thriving On Plants!" + our new masterclass "Processed To Plants” 3. Daily food facts, videos, and wellness info to help keep you on track of your challenge! 4. Extra resources to motivate and educate you well beyond the two weeks, including 3 recipes of the day, everyday! 5. A self paced schedule to take your two week challenge whenever it’s convenient for you! ***Use this code for 50% the challenge at checkout: PODCAST Want Bai to highlight something more specific? Go to ⁠⁠⁠www.chefbai.kitchen/thepodcast⁠⁠⁠ and leave a question for Bai.  Love the show? Leave a review on ⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠ about your favorite part of the podcast to help support us or leave 5 Stars on Spotify! Help us spread the love! Don’t forget to share with a friend! Want more info about Chef Bai? Follow Chef Bai on IG and Tiktok @⁠⁠Chef_bai

    16 min

  3. 10/30/2023

    Are we having a baby?!

    In this episode of the Chef Bai Podcast, Bai sits down with her husband, Steve and they finally discuss the burning question that Bai receives almost daily, “Are we having a baby?? “  It’s a very loaded question that has many parts to consider, and throughout the next 20 minutes Bailey and Steve break down the pros and cons of bringing a new life into this world. With so many things like the environment, the political climate, healthcare, child care, etc to take into account, it’s nerve wreaking to make the leap from partner to parent. That said, it seems our generation is slowly moving away from conventional traditions, of getting a career, finding a partner, settling down in the suburbs, and raising a family.... to something different and something new!  Bai and Steve challenge the assumption that the next step is always procreation for couples who have been together for an extended amount of time. Rather instead of asking the burning question “are you having a baby?”, to rather ask “what’s next for you two?” Which opens up the conversation in a positive way. It allows for everyone to be seen, heard, and it allows the chance to open up about something that really is important to them, which may or may not be just about kids. Maybe what’s next in the near future are children….but maybe it’s not.  Tune in now to find out! Sponsored By: The 14 Day Plant Based Challenge! Simply go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.chefbai.kitchen/challenge⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ When you purchase it, you get lifetime access, and you can do it at your own pace at your own time.  Only $22 For Lifetime access! (Less than $2/day to join!) What you’ll get with the challenge:  1. Three 14 Day meal guides including one to go along side our cookbook, "Cook. Heal. Go Vegan!"  2. VIP Access to our masterclass "Thriving On Plants!" + our new masterclass "Processed To Plants” 3. Daily food facts, videos, and wellness info to help keep you on track of your challenge! 4. Extra resources to motivate and educate you well beyond the two weeks, including 3 recipes of the day, everyday! 5. A self paced schedule to take your two week challenge whenever it’s convenient for you! ***Use this code for 50% the challenge at checkout: PODCAST Want Bai to highlight something more specific? Go to ⁠⁠⁠www.chefbai.kitchen/thepodcast⁠⁠⁠ and leave a question for Bai.  Love the show? Leave a review on ⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠ about your favorite part of the podcast to help support us or leave 5 Stars on Spotify! Help us spread the love! Don’t forget to share with a friend! Want more info about Chef Bai? Follow Chef Bai on IG and Tiktok @⁠⁠Chef_bai

    21 min

  4. 10/23/2023

    Turning Anger Into Activism

    In this episode of The Chef Bai Podcast, Bai reflects on the collective experiences we have all been going through and discusses the overwhelming emotions many of us feel due to current events. It seems through social media, we are all so angry and constantly butting heads. Instead of fueling the fire, she emphasizes on the importance of becoming educated and turning this anger into action through activism.  Activism comes in many different forms, and she highlights the need to spread awareness, take action, and to be open to learning and self growth. Throughout this episode, she encourages listeners to find their passion and to contribute to positive change in this world. Bailey shares her tips on how to get activated in your community and larger government, and how to help move the needle towards a brighter future for ourselves and everyone else on this earth! Want Bai to highlight something more specific? Go to ⁠⁠www.chefbai.kitchen/thepodcast⁠⁠ and leave a question for Bai.  Love the show? Leave a review on ⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠ about your favorite part of the podcast to help support us or leave 5 Stars on Spotify! Help us spread the love! Don’t forget to share with a friend! Want more info about Chef Bai? Follow Chef Bai on IG and Tiktok @⁠⁠Chef_bai

    27 min

  5. 10/09/2023

    Becoming Your Own Boss

    This episode is the most requested show from our audience, focusing on: Entrepreneurship.  This episode is intended for the people aspiring to become entrepreneurs and to work for themselves. The episode explores the transformative moments that can lead to a pivot in one's life towards a more self-employed one. Bai emphasizes the importance of taking that initial step, even if it feels unconventional or uncomfortable. To feel doubt and to just do it anyways! There are so many benefits of becoming your own boss, but it also comes with its’ many challenges. Whether you want open your own business, open a cafe, work as a creator, start one on one coaching calls or anything in between, there’s a lot of benefits to work towards a dream of your own. Bai shares her 5 tips on how to be a successful entrepreneur in this world, using her experience and past as inspiration to help others find their groove.  Tune in now to listen!  Want Bai to highlight something more specific? Go to ⁠www.chefbai.kitchen/thepodcast⁠ and leave a question for Bai.  Sponsored By: The 14 Day Plant Based Challenge! Simply go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.chefbai.kitchen/challenge⁠⁠⁠⁠ When you purchase it, you get lifetime access, and you can do it at your own pace at your own time.  Only $22 For Lifetime access! (Less than $2/day to join!) What you’ll get with the challenge:  1. Three 14 Day meal guides including one to go along side our cookbook, "Cook. Heal. Go Vegan!"  2. VIP Access to our masterclass "Thriving On Plants!" + our new masterclass "Processed To Plants” 3. Daily food facts, videos, and wellness info to help keep you on track of your challenge! 4. Extra resources to motivate and educate you well beyond the two weeks, including 3 recipes of the day, everyday! 5. A self paced schedule to take your two week challenge whenever it’s convenient for you! ***Use this code for 50% the challenge at checkout: PODCAST Love the show? Leave a review on ⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠ about your favorite part of the podcast to help support us or leave 5 Stars on Spotify! Help us spread the love! Don’t forget to share with a friend! Want more info about Chef Bai? Follow Chef Bai on IG and Tiktok @⁠⁠Chef_bai

    29 min

  6. 10/02/2023

    5 Shifts That Reshaped My Summer

    Welcome to Episode 1, of "The Chef Bai Podcast". In this series premiere episode, Bai talks about the five shifts that propelled her summer to a whole new level. She dives into her personal life over the past few months and shares some tips that helped her and her husband to find a new perspective on life. Bailey touches base on the society's "super skinny" diet culture trends over the years, weight training benefits, getting to work on the things you are passionate about, personalizing your self care routine, relationship breakthroughs, and much more! Tune in now! Extra Show-notes: SWEAT App: for weight training Sponsored By: LightLife Foods Are you tired of compromising on taste and nutrition? Look no further! Lightlife plant-based proteins have no cholesterol or saturated fat and are here to revolutionize your meals with flavorful plant-based proteins that’ll power you up and never weigh you down. So whether you're a dedicated athlete or simply looking for a healthier lifestyle, Lightlife has you covered. Find LightLife in the produce aisle and discover a world of flavorful, plant-based goodness that will power your best life with every bite. Love the show? Leave a review on ⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠ about your favorite part of the podcast to help support us or leave 5 Stars on Spotify! Help us spread the love! Don’t forget to share with a friend! Want more info about Chef Bai? Follow Chef Bai on IG and Tiktok @⁠⁠Chef_bai (Rebranded from "The Plant Remedy Podcast") This podcast rebranding is a series of short and sweet, snackable episodes about 10-20 minutes long, so that you can tune in on your way to work, on your lunch break, or on your hot girl walk!

    24 min

  7. 08/03/2023

    Ep. 91: Fueling Your Fitness: The Plant-Based Advantage With James Wilks

    In this episode Bailey sits down with film producer, vegan activist, and former professional mixed martial artist, James Wilks. James helped create and produce the award winning documentary’ Game Changers” which showcases success stories of athletes that have adopted such plant focused diets, highlights favorable scientific studies, and shows the benefits of plant-based diets for both athletes and non-athletes. Since its release in 2018, James has been huge driving force for enacting awareness of the food system and showing the positive impacts a plant focused diet has on our health, our environment, and on the animals around us. Throughout this episode, Bailey asks James about some of his tips on "how to get into the best shape of your life on a plant based lifestyle". James shares his deep knowledge and expertise about myths around plant based diets; such as plant protein intake, stigmas of carbohydrates, creatine culture, and dairy based protein products like whey powders. The conversation also delves about the vital role of nutrition in comparison to exercise, the connection between mental health and hormone regulation through workouts, and much more. This episode is packed with valuable insights and practical tips for anyone interested in optimizing their health and fitness on a plant-based lifestyle. Tune in to listen now! Highlights of the show:  * Influence of "The Game Changers" Documentary * Plant based protein sources * Digestive issues with whey * Game changers 2 * Stigma of plant based eating * Global impact of animal foods products * Regenerative agriculture & animal agriculture * The Game Changers Institute * Protein, carbohydrates, and creatine * Tips to get into the best shape of your life * Mental health * Hormone regulation with exercise * Green Sports Alliance * Plant based products in 2024 Olympics And much more! This episode is informative, insightful, and fluid. Click now to listen! Love the show? Leave a review on ⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠ about your favorite part of the podcast to help support us! Help us spread the love! Don’t forget to share with a friend! James is currently working on The Game Changer’s 2 documentary which is coming out soon, so keep a look out for it! Find more resources about the plant based lifestyle at the game changers website: https://gamechangersmovie.com A FAN OF OUR 14 DAY PLANT BASED CHALLENGE?   This is the next level and an absolute must! After receiving thousands of requests for a raw program or the next level to "The 14 Day Plant Based Challenge"- The Raw Til' 3 Reset was an obvious choice! It's a no brainer way to take your health journey to the next level and to experiment with cooking plant based and full raw dishes that are tasty and beautiful! https://www.chefbai.kitchen/rawreset   YOU ARE GOING TO LOVE THIS ONE! Inside the Reset Challenge you'll get: - 7 day complete meal plan (fit for 1-2 people) - 2 adaptable grocery lists with accessible ingredients. - Separate grocery list for family style dinners. - 11 exclusive brand new downloadable recipes. - Step by step meal prep guide and everything you need for the week. - Flexibility to change the meal plan for your schedule. - A Facebook community for support and inspo! - 15 video lessons from me! - A daily focus to harness the most out of this reset. Sponsored By: LightLife Whether you're a vegan, vegetarian, or simply looking to increase your plant based protein, LightLife Foods has you covered. Their plant-based Smart Dogs, Smart Bacon and Smart Ground are packed with the flavor you crave without leaving you feeling sluggish.   Find LightLife Foods in the produce aisle at a grocery store near you, and visit their website at www.lightlifefoods.com for recipes, tips, and more! Extra Shownotes: https://gamechangersmovie.com/the-game-changers-2/ https://gamechangersmovie.com/resources/

    58 min

  8. 07/10/2023

    Ep. 90: Exploring the Dark Side of Ultra-Processed Foods With Health Advocate, Chuck Carroll

    In this episode, Bailey engages in a discussion with Chuck Carroll, the host of The Exam Room Podcast and a passionate health advocate. They delve into the topic of food addiction and explore the link between our chronic diseases and the prevalence of ultra-processed fast food & junk food in our Western society. Chuck shares his personal journey of overcoming food addiction, shedding an astonishing 280 pounds and transforming his perspective on nutrition towards a more plant-based approach. As an advocate for healthy eating, he now inspires others who are struggling with food addiction, offering a message of hope.  Chuck, who serves as the lead host for The Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine, has had the privilege of interviewing some of the most knowledgeable and influential experts in the food and health fields. His magnetic charisma and wealth of information bring a captivating energy to the conversation. Over the past two decades, our society has inadvertently constructed a food system filled with excessively high levels of sodium, calories, chemicals, and artificial dyes. The prevalence of fast food options that cater to our fast-paced lifestyles has contributed to a rise in chronic diseases such as heart disease, cancer, type 2 diabetes, childhood obesity, and adult obesity. Bailey and Chuck encourage listeners to reassess their relationship with food and to delve deeper into understanding the origins, production methods, and ingredients of the food they consume. By educating ourselves about the food system, we empower ourselves as consumers. This special episode is not to be missed!  Highlights of the show:  The Physicians Committee For Responsible Medicine Podcast Erectile dysfunction Kitchen sink salads  Addicting ingredients in fast food Ultra processed foods Childhood obesity and the food system Rethinking our relationship with food Losing weight for healthy metabolism vs diet culture Temporary restrictive diet vs longevity lifestyle  Importance of education on our food system Science of food addiction and withdrawals  Enhancing elderly lifespan with plants And much more! This episode is organic, fluid, and inspirational. Click now to listen! Love the show? Leave a review on ⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠ about your favorite part of the podcast to help support us! Help us spread the love! Don’t forget to share with a friend! Want more info about Chef Bai?  Follow Chef Bai on IG and Tiktok @⁠⁠Chef_bai⁠⁠ for more podcasts, recipes, wellness info, kitchen tips, and her best selling cookbook. ⁠⁠“Cook. Heal. Go Vegan!”⁠⁠

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Chef Bai aka Bailey Ruskus is a chef, best selling author, entrepreneur, podcast host, activist and holistic nutritionist. The Chef Bai Podcast is a series of short and sweet, snackable episodes about 10-20 minutes long, so that you can tune in on your way to work or whenever! Think of it as a quick hang with Bai! Bai will be sharing her thoughts, feelings, and insights about womens health, current events, clean eating, and her life as an entrepreneur, wife, dog mom, and more! Have a question for Bai that you want answered on the show? Head to www.chefbai.kitchen/podcast and fill out the form.

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  • Creator
    Chef Bai
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2023
  • Episodes
    96
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Chef Bai
  • Show Website
    The Chef Bai Podcast

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