Thrive on Plants

In this conversation, recorded live at our recent Vegan Superhero Academy retreat, Dr. Daphne welcomes Coach Sarah Antonie, a longtime vegan and IFBB figure pro, to share how plant-powered training, mindset, and empathy shape her coaching. Sarah opens up about transitioning to veganism in 2012, earning her pro card in 2019, and the real work behind sustainable physique goals. They explore building...

In this episode of the Thrive on Plants Podcast, Dr. Daphne Bascom sits down with Coach Nicole Mitsigeorgis, a nutrition and fitness coach at The Vegan Gym. Nicole opens up about her powerful journey from competing in Taekwondo at the international level to facing burnout, disordered eating, and RED-S, then finding healing through plant-based nutrition and mindset shifts. Nicole shares how she tra...

In this episode of Thrive on Plants, Dr. Daphne Bascom welcomes world-renowned cardiologist Dr. Joel Kahn, known as “America’s Healthy Heart Doc.” Together, they unpack the critical connection between women’s health, hormones, and heart disease prevention. You’ll learn: ✔️ How menopause impacts vascular health and cardiovascular risk ✔️ The key lab test results everyone should know for heart disea...

In this episode of Thrive on Plants , Dr. Daphne Bascom sits down with best-selling authors and performance experts Drs. Juliet and Kelly Starrett to explore the real reason we need to move more: to build resilience for the inevitable challenges life brings. They discuss powerful insights from their book Built to Move , including the 24 Hour Duty Cycle, the underestimated benefits of walking, how...

In this Thrive on Plants masterclass, Dr. Daphne Bascom sits down with Dr. Darren Candow, a leading creatine researcher and professor of kinesiology, to explore one of the most studied supplements on the planet. We learn what creatine is, how it works, and why plant-based women, especially those over 40, may see the most significant benefits. Dr. Candow shares the latest evidence, practical dosing...

In this heartfelt conversation, Kate Galli sits down with Daphne to share her powerful evolution from an “angry vegan” to a joyful and compassionate advocate for plant-based living. A personal trainer and vegan health coach, Kate opens up about the pivotal role her mother played in reshaping her outlook on life, how grief became a catalyst for growth, and the inner work that helped her become a be...

In this episode of Thrive on Plants, Dr. Daphne Bascom sits down with Coach Valerie Swanson, founder of Running on Carbs , to explore the transformative power of embracing a plant-based lifestyle and a love for running, no matter your age. Val shares her journey of switching to plant-based nutrition after a wake-up call from What the Health , her late start in running that led to half marathons an...

This week on Thrive on Plants, host Dr. Daphne Bascom welcomes OBGYN and women’s health advocate Dr. Teresa Diaz for an honest, courageous, and deeply personal conversation. Dr. Diaz’s journey began in the South Bronx, navigating childhood adversity, family instability, and trauma – experiences that fueled her lifelong mission to heal herself and empower others. Her path through single motherhood,...

In this powerful episode of the Thrive on Plants podcast, host Dr. Daphne Bascom sits down with entrepreneur and herbalist Ashley Rocha, founder of Ladywell, to discuss her 20-year battle with PMDD and how she transformed her life through natural hormone support. Ashley shares how she went from relying on 20 Advil a day to finding real hormonal balance with herbs, adaptogens, and holistic practice...

In this episode of the Thrive on Plants Podcast, we are joined by Dr. Brooke Bussard, physician, personal trainer, plant-based health coach, and author of Outsmarting Menopause. Together, we dive into a conversation every woman deserves to hear. We’re rewriting the narrative around menopause. This is not the end, it’s your power phase. And you absolutely CAN outsmart it, with the right tools, the...

In this solo episode of Thrive on Plants, Dr. Daphne Bascom explores what it truly means to fail forward, not the polished, social media-friendly version, but the raw, uncomfortable kind of failure we all face. Daphne reframes failure not as something to cause shame but as a vital teacher, offering insights into growth, resilience, and transformation. She introduces GRACE, her mindset and self-lea...

In this evidence-packed episode of Thrive on Plants , Dr. Daphne Bascom sits down with Dr. Neal Barnard, renowned researcher, author, and founder of the Barnard Medical Center, to explore how simple dietary changes can dramatically reduce menopause symptoms. Dr. Barnard shares the origin story behind one of his most impactful studies, inspired by a single woman’s dramatic improvement through three...

These three simple words hold the key to creating real, lasting transformation, and in this solo episode of Thrive on Plants, we're diving deep into what they really mean. Whether you're just starting a health journey, struggling to stay consistent with your habits, or ready to level up your mindset, this episode offers a realistic, empowering framework for growth that works with your li...

This week on Thrive on Plants, host Dr. Daphne Bascom sits down with nurse practitioner, Gulf War veteran, and lifestyle medicine advocate Laura Valero for a deeply personal and wide-ranging conversation. Laura’s path has taken her from Air Force intelligence and pandemic planning at the FAA to rural clinics and Spanish-language health equity initiatives. But beneath that remarkable résumé is a wo...

Ever wondered how simply adding weight to your walk could transform your health? In this episode of the Thrive on Plants Podcast, Dr. Daphne Bascom unpacks the power of rucking and weighted vest training, two simple but science-backed strategies to build muscle, protect bone density, and boost metabolic health. You’ll learn: • What rucking really is (hint: it’s more than walking with a backpack) •...

In this solo episode of Thrive on Plants, Dr. Daphne Bascom invites you to lean into the edge of fear, discomfort, and growth. Inspired by the powerful concepts of Misogi and Colin O’Brady’s 12-hour walk, Daphne explores what it means to take on a challenge so bold that it redefines your sense of what’s possible. She shares moving stories from the 2025 Momentum Retreat in Zion, moments of cold plu...

In this uplifting episode of Thrive on Plants, Dr. Daphne Bascom sits down with Coach Tiana Braden to explore the journey of creating a positive body image and cultivating self-love. Many of us struggle with self-acceptance, often waiting to love ourselves until we lose weight, fit into old clothes, or reach a certain goal. But true self-love isn’t conditional, it’s a practice. Together, Daphne an...

In this deeply personal and insightful episode of Thrive on Plants, Dr. Daphne Bascom sits down with Sarah Katkhouda, FNP-C, a resilient member of the Vegan Superhero Academy, to discuss her journey through health challenges, self-advocacy, and transformation. Sarah shares her struggles with IBS, an eating disorder, and the often-overlooked condition of pelvic congestion syndrome (PCS), shedding l...

In this episode of the Thrive on Plants Podcast , Dr. Daphne Bascom sits down with Dr. Scott Stoll a physician, author, and co-founder of The Plantrician Project, to explore the transformative power of food, mindset, and community in shaping health outcomes. Together, they discuss: The Healthcare System’s Missing Link : Why prevention and lifestyle are essential complements to modern medicine Gene...

In this inspiring episode of Thrive on Plants, Dr. Daphne Bascom sits down with Jenné Claiborne, beloved creator of Sweet Potato Soul and author of the new cookbook Vegan Vibes. Recorded on March 25, 2025, the conversation covers Jenné’s recent return to the spotlight after a transformative break from content creation. Jenné opens up about her journey from launching Sweet Potato Soul as a hobby in...

Gut health has become one of the hottest topics in wellness, but how much of what you hear is actually true? In this episode of the Thrive on Plants podcast, Dr. Daphne Bascom is joined by allergy and immunology expert Dr. Erin Sinnaeve, DNP, DipACLM to unravel the confusion around food allergies, sensitivities, intolerances, and the gut microbiome. They explore: • The differences between food all...

In this powerful follow-up episode, we continue our conversation with coach and plant-based mother Sarah Harper as she opens up about her experience through pregnancy, birth, and the early postpartum months. Building on the emotional journey shared in Part 1 , Sarah brings her trademark honesty and heart to the realities of navigating pregnancy after fertility challenges. She talks candidly about...

In Part One of this powerful two-part episode of the Thrive on Plants podcast , we sit down with Sarah Harper, vegan mom, health coach, and radiant force within The Vegan Gym community, as she shares the deeply personal and emotional journey that led her to motherhood. Please note: This episode includes sensitive topics such as infertility and miscarriage. We encourage you to listen with care and...

In this empowering episode of Thrive on Plants , Dr. Daphne Bascom sits down with Claire Bartholic, a certified running coach, sports nutrition specialist, and host of The Planted Runner Podcast.  Claire shares her incredible story of going from a 4:02 marathon to a 2:58 finish—all after age 40 and entirely plant-based. They dive deep into how women can thrive as runners through perimenopause, men...

In this special episode of Thrive on Plants, recorded live from the foothills of Zion National Park during the 2025 Momentum Retreat, Dr. Daphne Bascom sits down with Kaitlin McCloud, a dedicated member of the Vegan Superhero Academy. Kaitlin shares her transformative health journey—what inspired her to join VSA, the powerful shifts she’s experienced, and the key lessons she’s learned along the wa...