The Average Vegans

In Episode #61, we discuss our favorite vegan products at Sprouts. If you live in one of the 23 states with a Sprouts, you know we're talking about a grocery store. Think of it like a bigger Trader Joes but smaller Whole Foods. Sprouts has been around for 19 years and currently has over 370 stores. We both shop at this grocery store for specific products. In this episode, we tell you about our fav...

In Episode #60, we discuss what it's like for vegans dating non-vegans. Meg is married to a non-vegan. So, David interviewed Meg to find out some insider information. If you remember, we recently posted an episode all about Dating As A Vegan . We thought it only right to talk about the opposite issue. You will learn about Meg's relationship and how her husband adjusted when she went vegan. She goe...

In episode #59, we let our little kid hearts go wild and tried 8 boxed vegan mac and cheese options. This is why we do this podcast! Such hard work trying all of these mac and cheese recipes. Actually, it wasn't as easy as we hoped. In fact, some of these weren't our favorites but we survived and are here to report our findings. 8 Vegan Mac and Cheese Boxed Options Follow Your Heart's Creamy Cauli...

In episode #58, we discuss everything to do with being a gluten-free vegan. Neither of us suffers from a gluten allergy but we do have friends that have this health issue. This episode will help vegans that recently found out they have a gluten allergy and are struggling to find the best foods for their body. Gluten is a protein naturally found in some grains including wheat, barley, and rye. It c...

In this minisode, we chat about some interesting vegan news that caught our eye over the past few weeks. This minisode is shorter so enjoy the break from hearing us talk way too much! Petaluma-based Amy's Kitchen hit with lawsuit over its Oregon plant: https://www.pressdemocrat.com/article/news/petaluma-based-amys-kitchen-hit-with-lawsuit-over-its-oregon-plant/#:~:text=Petaluma%2Dbased%20Amy's%20K...

In Episode #55, we sit down to discuss a topic that has been an ongoing issue ever since they went vegan - being the only vegan at work! This situation can be a real pain and cause some awkward situations. We hope this episode helps you develop ideas on how to handle situations where you're the only vegan at work. Office culture has moments where it's centered around food. For example, there are c...

In Episode #54, we interview Wes Allen, the Executive Director and Treasurer of Tommy's Holiday Fund (THF). This non-profit organization focuses on saving the lives of companion animals by paying for emergency vet care. THF rescues families struggling to save their pets from disease, accidents, and emergency vet bills. Wes and his wife, Julie, started Tommy's Holiday Fund in honor of their sweet f...

In episode #53, we discuss the challenges faced dating as a vegan. Since Meg has been married for over 2 decades, this episode is all about David's experiences dating as a vegan. It was fun for Meg to sit back and ask David questions for once. Dating is difficult in general but dating as a vegan can feel impossible at times. We chat for quite a bit about the different dating apps especially Veggly...

In Episode #52, we were lucky enough to interview the amazing, Diana Goldman. She's a vegan caterer, researcher, writer, the host of a monthly cooking show, and a fan of our podcast. Full of helpful knowledge, Diana's tips can help anyone thinking about or just starting to eat a vegan diet. Which is exactly why we wanted her on the podcast. There's a large amount of people attempting to go vegan d...

In this episode, we use our years of experience to give you tips on saving money as a vegan. One of the biggest excuses people make about sticking to a vegan lifestyle is the myth that eating this way is expensive. We aren't saying eating vegan can't be expensive. But there are plenty of ways to save money that can easily be implemented into your life. Tips on saving money as a vegan In this episo...

In this episode, we sit down to discuss our favorite supplements for vegans. We wouldn't recommend something we haven't already consumed. we take to give us the best overall health. Obviously, this is just our opinion and we are not doctors. Please take time to do your own research and speak to your doctor if you have any concerns. Our 5 Favorite Supplements For Vegans For each vegan supplement on...

It's back! Episode 49 is our annual list of 10 things that didn't suck in 2021. We did this last year to discuss 2020, one of the worst years of Meg's life. This practice helped both of us focus on the best parts of a bad time. As we go into 2022, we wanted to take a moment to give thanks to 10 things that didn't suck in 2021. We had very different items on our list but there were also some intere...

In this episode, we interview Annick Ireland, the founder and CEO of www. ImmaculateVegan.com . Immaculate Vegan is the leading global premium marketplace for ethical, sustainable, and vegan fashion, beauty and homeware. If you've ever searched for the perfect vegan leather shoe or that handbag that goes with everything, you have to listen to this episode. In Episode #48, you will learn all about...

If you long to visit a goat sanctuary, this is the episode for you. When you hear Heather Eve talk about her love for goats, you're going to love these unique animals even more. What is Vincent's Place Heather is the owner of Vincent's Place, an upcoming goat sanctuary where goats rescued from neglect, abuse, and slaughter can live their very best lives in a safe space. In this episode, you'll lea...

In Episode #46, we discuss the importance of taking care of yourself after a therapy session. If you spend a hour talking about intense stuff with your therapist, you need to be gentle with yourself afterwards and spend some time decompressing. Both of us are in therapy and have found it to be life changing. After a therapy session, we can feel raw, emotional, and exhausted. Use this time to take...

In Episode #45, we discuss our favorite vegan products at Trader Joe's . If you've never been to this mecca of unique food items and delicious edible creations, you have to make it your life's mission. Trader Joe's is a one-of-a-kind grocery store experience. This chain of grocery stories is located in 43 states with 7 locations in our state, Georgia. All products in the store are branded Trader J...

In this episode, David and I give our review of the 2021 Atlanta Veg Fest. On November 6, we ventured to this year's location, determined to eat our way through our favorite day of the year. We truly wait all year for the Atlanta Veg Fest! Our Favorite Vendors There were a plethora of vendors offering some of the most amazing vegan food you will find the state of Georgia. But it's not just about t...

Episode #43 is a fun one! We've been anxiously awaiting filming our vegan burger taste test and we finally did it. We invited two of our good friends over, Nathan and Brittany, and they helped us taste test 10 different vegan burger options. We even recorded all 4 of us trying each burger so check out our YouTube channel. Each burger was cooked the same way on a grill and we tried them plain by th...

We can't believe it's been a year since we started The Average Vegans Podcast. It's blowing our minds that our little podcast now has 41 episodes and 3 minisodes covering a large variety of vegan topics. We have amazing listeners from numerous countries and the majority of the United States. We're so thankful for all of you and can't wait to continue making episodes for as long as you'll listen. W...

In Episode #41, we recently spent some quality time wondering around finding our favorite vegan products at Costco. And we definitely found some amazing options! If you have a Costco near you, you have to listen to this episode. Every location is different so you may not find the same products at your Costco. There are certain areas of Costco that are must visits like the produce department full o...

In Episode #40, we discuss the benefits of a vegan food for gut health. Of course, David knows a ton about this subject so get ready to learn some helpful facts. Why gut health is important: How frequently do you actually thought about your gut health? Probably not enough! Your gut health is linked to everything including mental health. Making sure you keep your gut full of healthy bacteria is vit...

In Episode #39, we have our dear friend Rosie join us as we discuss our Purple Carrot review. Rosie was born and raised here in Georgia and she works in the Marketing industry just like Meg does. She's also one of our closest friends. Friend of the Podcast, as they say. Learn more about this amazing woman on this episode. In this episode we offer our Purple Carrot review, all about the plant-based...

In our 3rd minisode, we discuss some awesome vegan news that caught our eye over the past few weeks. Seeing major changes in the vegan world makes us both so excited. From the most unexpected new face of an oat milk campaign to the addition of Beyond Chicken, there have been some great changes happening right now in the vegan world. We like to slide in some shorter episodes once in a while so if y...

In Episode #38, we discuss the importance of macros and micros for vegans. Tracking these important stats isn't just for body builders and athletes. As a vegan, it's important to make sure we have a good balance of fats, carbs, and protein while also supplying our bodies with the right amount of nutrients, minerals, and vitamins. What are Macros and Micros? Macros are essentially the house your mi...