Plant Based Curious

Ever wrestled with feelings of anger and frustration while adopting a vegan lifestyle? You're not alone. This episode reveals the emotional journey that accompanies the transition to veganism with a little help from our special guest, Katie Galli, the visionary owner of Healthification. Katie shares her personal insights on how she replaced her frustration with a compassionate approach toward...

Ever find yourself struggling to balance the pressure of societal expectations with your personal needs and beliefs, especially when it comes to lifestyle choices? Let's get real about embracing authenticity in our lives, as we explore the world of plant-based living with our special guest, Heather Fusilet, a national board certified health and wellness coach. Heather is here to share her ins...

What if the path to overcoming life’s most daunting challenges was rooted in the food we eat? This is the question posed by Magic Barclay, an impassioned plant-based nutrition advocate and functional health solutions practitioner. Through her own gripping journey, from her parents' divorce, a battle with anorexia, alcoholism, and an eventual cancer diagnosis, Magic found solace, strength and...

 In this special episode of Plant Based Curious, I'm reposting my interview with Jordan Simon on the Pursuit of Better podcast, and it's a conversation you won't want to miss. Together, Jordan and I explore the profound impact of embracing a holistic approach to well-being and how it can lead to a healthier and more compassionate world. Drawing from my experience as a holistic coach...

  In this episode of Plant Based Curious, I had the pleasure of chatting with  Brigitte Gemme from Vegan Family Kitchen. We discuss how to embrace cooking and make it a joyful and creative activity rather than a chore.  Brigitte shares  some great tips for getting started with cooking, even if you're not comfortable in the kitchen. She emphasizes the importance of starting with simple recipes...

In this episode of Plant-Based Curious, I had the pleasure of interviewing Dr. Bill Rawls, a medical doctor and herbalist who is passionate about the power of herbs to support overall health and wellness. He shares his personal journey with Lyme disease and how it led him to explore the world of herbal medicine. Dr. Rawls explains how herbs work at the cellular level to promote health and fight di...

In this episode of Plant Based Curious, I had the pleasure of speaking with Nicolette Richer, a Regenerative Medicine Educator about the benefits of a plant-based whole foods diet in preventing chronic diseases. Nicolette shares her insights on the history of human diets, and the impact of colonization on access to healthy foods. We discuss the importance of education and access to healthy foods,...

In this episode of Plant-Based Curious, I had the pleasure of speaking with Marla Rose, the founder of VeganStreet.com. Marla has been a vegan for over 30 years and is an expert on making veganism more accessible.  During our conversation, we talk  about the basics of becoming vegan, including the cost and accessibility of plant-based food, as well as the importance of self-compassion and courage...

 I had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Amanda Adkins, a physician double board-certified in Internal Medicine and Lifestyle Medicine, who shares her passion for helping women prevent and possibly reverse chronic illnesses through a plant-based nutrition lifestyle. Throughout the episode,  Dr. Adkins talks about how incorporating more plant-based foods into your meals can have a positive impact o...

In this episode of Plant-Based Curious, I had the pleasure of interviewing Toni Okamoto, the founder of Plant-Based on a Budget, a website and resource that helps people eat healthy and affordable plant-based meals. Toni shares her insights on how to eat plant-based on a budget, including meal planning, shopping smart, and utilizing frozen, canned, and fresh produce. We also discuss the benefits o...

In this episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Sharon Palmer, the Plant-Powered Dietitian  and the author of several plant-based cookbooks including "California Vegan" and "The Plant-Powered Diet". We discuss the benefits of frozen vegetables and how they can be a cost-effective and nutritious addition to a plant-based diet. Sharon shares some great tips on how to properl...

I had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Ruby Lathon on the Plant Based Curious podcast. Dr. Ruby is a holistic nutritionist who healed herself of thyroid cancer through a plant-based diet. She shares her journey towards a healthier lifestyle and how she overcame her cheese addiction, which is one of the biggest obstacles for people transitioning to a plant-based diet.  We discuss the importance of...

In this episode of Plant-Based Curious, I discuss the often-overlooked topic of self-care when it comes to living a plant-based lifestyle. I highlight the importance of taking care of yourself both physically and mentally to maintain your energy and motivation on this journey. I share some specific self-care practices, such as mindfulness practices, exercise, getting enough sleep, spending time in...

In this episode of Plant Based Curious, I had the pleasure of speaking with Kathleen Gage, a plant-based lifestyle advocate and the founder of the Vegan Visibility business. Kathleen shared her inspiring story of how she turned to a plant-based diet after experiencing health problems, and how it transformed her health and life. She also discussed the ethical and environmental reasons for choosing...

In this episode of Plant Based Curious, I share my personal journey from sickness to plant-based living. During my interview with Yvonne Pierre, host/producer of the Let’s Talk Healing podcast, I discussed what inspired me to adopt a plant-based lifestyle. I shared that I had hypertension at a young age and was getting sicker as I got older, despite not realizing that food played a significant rol...

In this episode of Plant-Based Curious, I introduce you to the world of plant-based living. I explain what a plant-based diet consists of and its numerous benefits, including reducing the risk of chronic diseases and having a positive impact on the environment.  For those new to plant-based eating, I provide tips on transitioning and stress the importance of education, finding support, and plannin...

Introducing the Plant  Based Curious podcast, your go-to resource for all things plant- based. I'm your host, Diane Randall, a certified holistic coach and whole living consultant, with almost two decades of experience living a plant-based and vegan life style.  In each bi- weekly episode, I'll be diving into topics such as, nutrition, veganism, whole living and behavior change. Plus, I&...