The Bloody Vegans Podcast

Michele Olender is the host of Vedge your Best.  "There has never been a more important time to be Vegan. Vedge Your Best is the only podcast aimed at teaching midlife women how to limit and eliminate the consumption of animal products without feeling deprived, overwhelmed or unsupported, even if no one you know is Vegan. Life Coach Michele Olender will show you how living Vegan is the superp...

Gelatin, Magnesium Stearate, Omega-3, Vitamin D3, Vitamin B12, Creatine, Collagen… the list goes on and on. More than half of supplements contain animal-derived ingredients – and companies are not required to disclose them. In fact, many US-based supplement brands use intentionally ambiguous wording , hiding the truth and misleading consumers on the origin of their ingredients. We’re shedding ligh...

Jess Karwat, Vegan women's health coach chats with me in this episode about her journey into veganism, toxic diet culture & how it has become entangled with 'plant based' social media culture & her view on finding vegan options around the world. From Jess' site: 'As a certified vegan nutritionist, fitness trainer, yoga instructor and reiki master & having worked with over 200+ clients...

Kim Campbell  is the author of the  PlantPure Nation  and  The PlantPure Kitchen  cookbooks. She developed more than 250 delicious whole food, plant-based recipes using no processed oils. Kim is also the director of culinary education and development at PlantPure, where she develops new food products and delivers educational programming. Kim graduated from Cornell Universi...

Steph Williams is the owner of Vegan, cruelty free, eco conscious & inclusive tattoo studio 'Vara' based in Newbury Berkshire. In this episode Steph shares her journey from growing up on a working farm to becoming a vegan activist. We discuss direct action in many forms & we hear Steph's wide ranging experiences. You can find out more about VARA Tattoo Studio at https://www.instagram.com/v...

In her late 20's,  Rachael J. Brown  was diagnosed with high cholesterol. At first she was confused - she had always adopted what she  thought  was a healthy diet, but in just 17 days of trying a new WFPBNO diet her cholesterol dropped a whopping 50 points. What ensued was decades of discovery surrounding the science of nutrition. Today, she is certified in...

Laila is a founder and director of Animal Think Tank, a grassroots organisation using ‘momentum driven organising’ to build a mass movement for Animal Freedom in the UK. She is co-editor of the book ‘Rethinking Food and Agriculture: New Ways Forward’ which envisions a truly just and sustainable food system. She is also a co-founder of the Veterinary Vegan Network and Ethical Globe. Laila has been...

Simona Deifta is the founder & CEO of Nojo London. In Nojo's own words... "Meet Nojo, a B-Corp certified company, creating delicious cooking sauces with a sustainable ethos at its heart. Each sauce is packed full of flavour and plant-based ingredients, the six-strong selection allows for a taste-bud tingling, cheek-wiping dinner every day of the week. NOJO is in an independent, female-owned bu...

Daisy Botha is the founder of Vegan Fairs. Vegan Fairs have a fantastic portfolio of vegan events that take place across the South-West of England and beyond. Their events aim to bring the vibe and feel of larger vegan food festivals down to a local level. They work with local vegan-friendly businesses and independent vegan founded businesses from across the South-West. Expect plant-based food, et...

Sam Tucker has been Vegan for 14 years since the age of 11 & is the co-founder of three Vegan businesses including: 🌱 Vegan Creative Compass, a vegan digital marketing agency 🌱 Vegan Media Market, an online vegan freelancer marketplace 🌱 VEG3, an artificial intelligence marketing assistant for vegan businesses In addition Sam runs his own Vegan Podcast called Vegcademy. This podcast is all...

Helena Murphy is a professional photographer and videographer based in Bristol, specialising in food and product photography. She is also a weekly staff writer for online photography magazine, Fstoppers. Helena is the co–founder of vegan sustainability magazine, Omnom, which was stocked at booksellers internationally, including Selfridges, Foyles, and The Tate Modern. For more information, visit:...

From reviewing the basics to defining the marketing terms you’ve seen but perhaps haven’t implemented,  Vegan Marketing Success Stories  covers your bases in marketing vegan businesses—all without requiring a million-dollar marketing budget. Learn what vegan brands did to weather the pandemic, and some that transitioned to become vegan. The vegan industry is on the rise, and  Vegan...

Born in Sri Lanka, Hellenic and his family fled the war when he was 3 years of age, subsequently landing in Canada as refugees. Always an animal lover, he (along with his vegan wife and children) care for 14 animals both indoors and outdoors, including racoons, opossums, and squirrels.  Hellenic credits his entrepreneurial spirit and ambition to his parents, who he watched...

Steve Bone was one of the animal rebellion activists responsible for pouring milk on to the floors of retailers, Fortnum & Mason & Selfridges. In the episode I hear from Steve his motivation for undertaking this action & I put to him some of the challenges posed to this type of action, to give him the opportunity to help us understand the purpose, methodology & efficacy of this typ...

Dr Alan Desmond MB, BCh, BAO, BMedSc, MRCPI, FRCP is a Consultant Gastroenterologist & General Physician. As a doctor specialising in gut health problems, Dr. Desmond has made evidence-based dietary advice an essential part of his clinical practice. The results he has seen in his gastroenterology clinic have led him to become dedicated a dedicated advocate for the gut health benefits, and over...

Author M. C Ronen (Maya Cohen-Ronen) is a New Zealand based vegan, feminist, and animal rights activist. She wrote The Liberation Trilogy out of disappointment at being unable to find mainstream books that avoid banal mentions of animal cruelty acts and/or everyday speciesism. Her deliberate intention was to create an exciting, page-turning fiction series that has a clear ethical undertone an...

Georgie Purcell is the Animal Justice Party candidate for Northern Victoria in the upcoming state election. She is a passionate animal protection advocate living in the beautiful Macedon Ranges on Dja Dja Wurrung, Taungurung and Wurundjeri Country. Georgie has spent her adult life working on causes she feels mostly passionately about – animal protection, unionism and ensuring a secure and dignifie...

Dr. Amanda Adkins, MD is a board-certified internal medicine physician, health/wellness coach and owner of Enlightenment Health and Wealth. She has a deep passion for ensuring that everyone has a chance at a healthy and happy life. In this episode Jim chat with Dr. Amanda about her personal journey into veganism as well as the potential health benefits of a well planned plant based diet. You...

Liv & Grace are on a mission to connect the world’s vegan fashion brands & make them more accessible to all. Their aim is to transform the conventional fashion industry into one that is ethical and cruelty-free. They are here to bridge the gap between the shopper and moral independent designers. You can find out more about Liv & Grace at https://livandgracecollection.com/es/ Liv &...

Jamie Logan is on a mission is to make the unconscious conscious through a whole host of methods from street activism to saves & from podcasting to film making. She is a producer with Cavelight Films https://cavelightfilms.com, a podcaster (see 'Jamie's Corner') & a street activist (see https://www.youtube.com/c/JamiesCornershow).  This episode is brought to you by Bloody Vegans Produ...

On Sunday 11 September 2022, Kate and partner Kieren Windsor will leave bigmoose café in Cardiff and cycle anticlockwise around the circumference of Wales. The couple will be relying on the hospitality of strangers as they complete this tour. Using bamboo, a renewable and carbon-effective product, for the bikes they have filed down themselves from six individual pieces, they hope companies and ind...

Ray is an author and freelance writer from Essex in England. Her debut novel, Earthlings, book one of a young adult fantasy trilogy was published in 2021 and has gone on to win the Environmental Excellence Award with Essex Business Awards, Book of the Year with Betty's Bookshop and a Vegan's Choice Award. The sequel, Dominion, is eagerly awaited by readers and set for release in November 2022. ​ W...

Nero The Brave Little Bull is a book is based on the true story of Nero, a rescue bull who lives at the Retreat Animal Rescue Sanctuary in Kent. Nero was rescued with the helpful advice of Juliet Gellatley, Founder & Director of Viva!. Nero's story teaches us that animals, just like humans, deserve care, compassion and happiness. The story gently guides children through Nero's journey as he fa...

PLEASE NOTE: 1) Some references were made to Triodos bank being a good ethical choice of bank for vegans. Since recording I have received some feedback from Rob, a subscriber to the show, who has pointed out that Triodos in fact invest in animal agriculture. As such I personally have taken steps to change banking provider. Sincere apologies on behalf of the show for providing any misinformation. A...

Freya Cox was the first vegan contestant on The Great British Bake Off and her mission is to show that vegan baking is just as delicious if not more so than ‘regular’ baking and, when all the ingredients are available from your local supermarket, there’s no reason not to give it a try. Try any of the 70 reassuringly familiar recipes and you’ll be amazed that they’re so effortlessly vegan. From sim...