PLANT CEO

Is the climate crisis being misunderstood? In this episode of PLANT CEO, I speak with Dr Sailesh Rao, Executive Director of Climate Healers, who argues that we’ve been focusing on the wrong problem and in the wrong order. He breaks the climate crisis into two forces: the “burning machine” (fossil fuels) and the “killing machine” (animal agriculture). His claim is bold: if we want to cool the plane...

This episode of PLANT CEO features an insightful conversation with Zimri T. Henshaw, the founder of Rheom Materials. Zimri shares his fascinating journey, from being inspired by the "Yankee" motorcycle culture in Japan to developing high-performance, plant-based alternatives for leather and hard plastics. By leveraging existing plastic extrusion infrastructure, Rheom Materials has create...

Join us for this special episode recorded live at Vegan Campout 2025, where we sit down with the inspiring musical duo Mobius Loop - Alex and Rose Orion. Fresh off their transformative performance at the festival's hemp redemption solar stage, the couple shares their unique approach to creating music that connects audiences on a deeper spiritual level. From receiving creative guidance in ancie...

Join us for an explosive conversation with entrepreneur and activist Heather Mills, who has been vegan for 32 years and has built a multi-million-pound plant-based empire. From losing her leg in 1993 to healing through veganism, Heather shares the raw truth about building VBites from scratch, battling supermarket giants, and creating 360 vegan products that fooled even the biggest sceptics. She re...

In this episode, we chat with Stephanie Downs, CEO and co-founder of Uncaged Innovations, who is revolutionising the leather industry with her groundbreaking grain-based leather alternatives. Stephanie shares her remarkable 26-year entrepreneurial journey, from internet marketing to biomaterials innovation, revealing how her company became the first to utilise grain proteins and waste byproducts t...

In this inspiring episode of PLANT CEO we welcome Julia Reinelt, Chair of AVA International, for an in-depth discussion on global vegan advocacy and collaboration. Julia shares her journey from discovering Eating Animals to launching the Animal & Vegan Advocacy (AVA) Summits that now span continents—from LA to Nairobi, Delhi, and beyond.👥 Topics covered include:The power of collaboration acro...

In this compelling episode, we welcome filmmaker and animal welfare advocate Dan Richardson (Disney's "The Lodge") to discuss his transformative journey from advocating for animals while consuming them to becoming a dedicated vegan and the creator of the insightful documentary, "Food For Thought." Dan shares the pivotal moment of realization that highlighted his own "h...

In this engaging conversation, James Collier shares his journey from NHS dietitian to co-founder of Huel and author of "Well Fed" He discusses his concept of "sustainable nutrition," emphasising how health and environmental concerns must be addressed together in modern food systems. James explains his theory of humans as "adaptivores" - beings capable of obtaining nutrition from diverse food sourc...

In this episode of PLANT CEO, we sit down with Martin Holden-White, the founder of Grubby, a plant-based recipe box company. Martin shares his journey from a young chef to creating a business that simplifies plant-based cooking. He discusses the inspiration behind Grubby, the challenges he faced with other recipe boxes, and the unique approach his company takes to offer satisfying, plant-based mea...

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Natasha Orumbie, founder of The Vegan Patty Lady! From winning the prestigious UK Black Business Show Launchpad Competition to transforming her health through plant-based eating, Natasha shares her remarkable journey. Discover how this former cake baker revolutionised Jamaican patties by creating delicious vegan versions using simple, whole-food ingredien...

In this interview, we delve into the world of vegan dating with Lewis Foster, the CEO of Grazer, a unique matchmaking app designed for plant-based individuals. Lewis shares his inspiring journey from film director to app developer, driven by a desire to create a supportive community for vegans. We explore the challenges of finding compatible partners in a world dominated by meat-centric lifestyles...

In this eye-opening interview, Raffael Formo, the founder and CEO of food tech company Formo, shares his bold vision for the future of the dairy industry. Formo is using innovative microbial fermentation and precision fermentation technologies to develop animal-free dairy products poised to disrupt the traditional dairy market. Raffael predicts that by 2035, more than 50% of all dairy products wil...

In this inspiring interview from the Blue Earth Summit in London 2024, environmentalist and Ecotricity founder Dale Vince shares his bold vision for a sustainable future. He discusses: - The push to change outdated school and hospital menus by making plant-based food the default - The surprising impact of animal agriculture on climate, nature, and human health - His personal journey from vegetaria...

PLANT CEO Special: A Day with Redfoo and Jazzy in LA! Join us for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at a day in the life of Redfoo and Jazzy! From their morning farm routine to exploring vegan hotspots in Venice Beach, this episode is packed with fun and surprises. Highlights: * Meet the farm animals: cows, chickens, pigs, and more! * Learn about Redfoo's passion for animal rescue and sustai...

In this milestone 100th episode of PLANT CEO, we welcome Dr. Michael Greger, renowned author and founding member of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine, to discuss his latest book, "How Not to Age." Dr. Greger delves into the science of longevity, exploring how diet and lifestyle choices can significantly impact our health and lifespan. He shares surprising findings on cognitive d...

In this engaging episode, host Anant interviews Scott Bernard, known as "Burnhard," a fitness instructor, athlete, and official host of Vegandale festivals. The conversation delves into Scott's journey into veganism and conscious living, influenced by his Jamaican heritage and conscious reggae music. Scott shares his experiences hosting Vegandale events, emphasising the importance of...

In this episode, we sit down with Mike and Joe, the father-son team behind One Planet Pizza, at the veg-net 2024 event. The duo shares their journey in the competitive plant-based frozen pizza market, offering a blend of personal insights and industry expertise. Mike recounts his 40-year vegan journey, sparked by a college dissection experience, while Joe discusses their transition from homemade f...

In this episode, we sit down with Juliet Gellatley, Founder of Viva!, as she celebrates 30 years of vegan animal rights activism. Juliet takes us on a journey through her early experiences that sparked her passion, including a pivotal visit to a pig farm as a teenager. We explore her groundbreaking campaigns in the 80s and 90s, which garnered significant media attention and inspired a generation o...

In this episode, we dive into the inspiring story of a family-run startup that went from making plant-based 'chicken' dishes in their home kitchen to getting their innovative products on the shelves of major retailers like Costco. Founders Satvinder and Parm Bains share their origins as a 'cottage industry', experimenting with flavourful vegan chicken recipes during the pandemic lo...

Learn all about veganic farming in this episode with Erin Riley, Founder & CEO of Cabbage Hill Animal-Free Fertilizer Co. Erin explains how traditional fertilizers from animal products are unsustainable and can harm the environment. Animal-based byproducts used in agriculture cannot be reabsorbed by the Earth and contain harmful substances like antibiotics and hormones. We discuss the importan...

Get ready to party with Redfoo! In this episode, we sit down with the vegan party rocker, father, and coder best-known for the electro-pop band LMFAO, behind hits like "Party Rock Anthem" and "Sexy and I Know It." Despite his hard-partying persona on stage, Redfoo now lives a healthy vegan lifestyle, even raising his baby daughter as a vegan too. He shares his journey from the...

In this episode, we welcome Hema Reddy, the founder and CEO of Crafty Counter / Wunder Eggs, to discuss their recent success in winning Albertsons' innovation launch pad competition. Hema shares the details of the competitive pitch process and the exciting opportunity this presents for Wunder Eggs to expand distribution through Albertsons' vast network of stores. Hema also explains the ins...

In this episode, we chat with Tina Newman, Author of Vivi the Supervegan. Her own children inspired her to create the characters in her series of books. The books aim to empower children to be "superheroes" by living compassionately, not exploiting animals for food, and to be more sustainable. Tina discusses the challenges her vegan daughters face at their non-vegan school, like wearing...

In this episode, we welcome back Jim Mellon, Chairman of Burnbrae Group, for an insightful discussion on his latest investments and ventures. Mellon provides an update on Liberation Labs, a groundbreaking precision fermentation contract facility being constructed in Indiana, US. With a capacity to produce 600,000 litres of cruelty-free milk or egg protein, this facility promises to be a game-chang...

In this episode, we dive into the world of plant-based proteins with the co-founders of Better Nature Tempeh - Christopher Kong (CEO) and Elin Roberts (CMO). This dynamic team is on a mission to create a new protein category by introducing tempeh, a traditional Indonesian food made from fermented soybeans, to the Western market. High in protein and with a firm, dense texture, tempeh offers a uniqu...