The Laura Theodore Podcast

Award-winning composer and master guitarist Jason Eastwood, MA shares his music and talks about how listening to music can create positive vibrations in your conscious mind, while clearing stress from your subconscious mind! He feels that the guitar is an extension of his mind, body and soul. Jason earned a Bachelor of Composition, along with a Master’s in Musicology at Dalhousie University, where...

Highly regarded family patterns expert and motivational speaker, Judy Wilkins-Smith, talks about our “emotional DNA” and how we can identify and successfully shift limiting, inherited patterns. As the Founder of System Dynamics for Individuals and Organizations, Judy collaborates with individuals and corporate decision-makers to implement innovative, ‘whole system’ design elements, ensuring balanc...

Bestselling vegetarian and vegan cookbook author, Nava Atlas, shares how to make fast, fun, and delicious vegan meals at home—using just five ingredients per dish. Nava will discuss how to create super-simple, plant-based recipes that incorporate fresh produce, good quality canned and frozen foods, whole grains, and timesaving “off-the-shelf” prepared sauces. Nava is the author of many cookbooks,...

John Lewis, aka “The Badass Vegan,” talks about the fact that “we are all animals,” sharing tips, recipe ideas, and words of wisdom from his new book: “Badass Vegan: Fuel Your Body and Live Your Life Right. ”John is a health advocate and activist for the wellness of all living beings. He encourages people to go plant-based for themselves, help their community, and to make a profound and positive i...

Nationally recognized PBS vegan chef, podcast host, award-winning author and recording artist, Laura Theodore shares some of her favorite music to relax by! Some of the musical selections featured are performed by Johannes Linstead, Jim Brickman, Joe Beck, Ali Ryerson, Micheal Castaldo and more! Learn more about Laura’s television show, access lots of vegan recipes, online videos and more: JazzyVe...

Nationally recognized television personality, podcast host, celebrity PBS vegan chef, and award-winning author, Laura Theodore shares her top tips, lists, and cost-effective ideas for stocking your plant-based pantry. Laura is the author of six vegan cookbooks and she is co-creator of the popular Jazzy Vegetarian (vegan and delicious!) cooking series on PBS and national public television Learn mor...

Dual boarded Family Medicine and Lifestyle Medicine physician, Dr. Beth Motley discusses Lifestyle Medicine and how it incorporates the use of evidence-based lifestyle therapeutic approaches, including a plant-predominant eating style, regular physical activity, adequate sleep, and stress management, in order to prevent, treat, and reverse chronic disease. Dr. Motley is faculty at USC School of Me...

Host and co-creator of “The Whole Food Plant Based Cooking Show” and co-author of “Plant Based Cooking Made Easy,” Jill Dalton shares tips and recipe ideas for starting on a whole food plant-based diet. Before becoming a plant-based chef, Jill worked as: a backhoe operator, roofer, landscaper, seamstress, mural painter, pizza maker, and (most importantly) stay at home mom and homeschool teacher. J...

Hit songwriter Billy Lee talks about the disciplines, tips, and tricks for sustaining a long career as a successful country hitmaker. Billy has been a fixture in Nashville for years, as a songwriter, guitar player, and producer. His many songs include “By My Side” and Gary Allen's #1 hit "The One." Billy writes tunes in a variety of styles, from country, to rock, to swing and more! Learn more abou...

Nationally recognized television personality, podcast host, celebrity PBS vegan chef, and award-winning author, Laura Theodore shares fresh and fabulous recipes, menus, and tips for creating easy and delicious vegan, springtime meals. Laura is the author of six vegan cookbooks and she is co-creator of the popular Jazzy Vegetarian (vegan and delicious!) cooking series on national public television....

Avid recipe developer and food photographer, Holly Gray, shares how easy it can be to cook plant-based meals that the whole family will love! Holly is the creator, author, and editor of “This Wife Cooks,” a blog that highlights kid-tested and family-approved vegan recipes. Holly was a lifelong meat-eater but she became fully vegan in 2017, on New Year’s Day. Learn more about Laura’s television sho...

Writer Ellen Wohl talks about the benefits of laughter and how a “few laughs” can help us to alleviate stress and anxiety. Ellen’s new book, “Snap out of It: An Unexpected Caregiver's Way to Self-Care, Stability, and Survival”shares herjourney to finding herself again after she became a devoted caregiver to her husband, helping him to recuperate from myriad illnesses. Ellen began her professional...

Singer, songwriter, actress, and producer, Carol Maillard, who is a founding member of the Grammy Award-winning a cappella ensemble “Sweet Honey in the Rock,” talks about how the group got started and shares some of the amazing music that the group has recorded over the years. Learn more about Laura’s television show, access lots of vegan recipes, online videos, cookbooks, and more at JazzyVegetar...

Celebrated plant-based chef, Del Sroufe shares expert tips and recipe ideas for serving vegan meals that are easy to prepare. Chef Del has written four amazing cookbooks including: “Forks Over Knives (The Cookbook)” “Better Than Vegan,” and “The China Study Quick and Easy Cookbook.” Del is a culinary specialist with the T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies and he is host of CNS kitchen....

Highly acclaimed operatic soprano, Lisette Oropesa talks about her music and how being vegan helps her to sustain her busy career as one of the most in-demand lyric coloraturas today. Lisette speaks five languages and excels in a wide range of operatic repertoire, from Baroque and Mozart to Bel Canto and French composers. She is dedicated to health and fitness, and has followed a fully plant-based...

Stanford Professor and Physician, Dr. Greg Hammer, MD shares his 3-minute mindfulness practice to help us combat the “winter blues,” while improving our negative or stressful thoughts. Dr. Hammer is author of “GAIN without Pain.” He is a pediatric intensive care physician, pediatric anesthesiologist, and a professor at Stanford University Medical Center. Dr. Hammer is a health enthusiast and medit...

Plant-based chef and cookbook author, Debbie Adler talks about how to create delicious vegan recipes and meals that are free from gluten, salt, oil, sugar and all animal products! Debbie is author of The Mediterranean Plate, Sweet, Savory & Free and Sweet Debbie’s Organic Treats. Debbie’s online courses include Plant Powerful Life GPS and Quintessential Health 360° and her recipes have been publis...

Certified holistic health coach and plant-based chef, Dianne Wenz, talks about the health benefits of chocolate, sharing recipes and tips for creating healthier vegan chocolate desserts. Dianne coaches people from across the globe, supporting them in improving their health and wellbeing, as well as making dietary and lifestyle changes. Dianne is the author of The Truly Healthy Vegan Cookbook and T...

Nationally recognized television personality, podcast host, celebrity PBS vegan chef, and award-winning author, Laura Theodore talks about the top reasons for embracing a vegan diet. Laura will share easy recipe ideas, food philosophies, and expert tips for moving toward a plant-powered lifestyle. Laura is the author of seven vegan cookbooks and co-creator of the popular Jazzy Vegetarian (vegan an...

Canada’s “Guitarist of the Year” and winner of the “People’s Choice” award in the UK, Johannes Linstead shares how music can help us heal, along with tips for reducing stress, while embracing a holistic lifestyle. Plus, Johannes will guide us through a relaxing meditation. Johannes is an Billboard charting artist, certified Kundalini yoga instructor, and founder of Divine Earth, a humanitarian org...

Bestselling vegan cookbook author, Nava Atlas, talks about how to be kind to your wallet, your body, and the environment with tips from her book “Vegan on a Budget.” Nava shares how to find plant-based protein bargains; buying in bulk; safe and inexpensive non-organic fruits and vegetables; and how to create family-friendly vegan recipes that are easy on your pocketbook! Nava is the author of many...

Writer Ellen Wohl shares self-care tips from her new book, “Snap Out of It: An Unexpected Caregiver's Way to Self-Care, Stability, and Survival.” Ellen discusses her journey back to finding herself after she became a devoted caregiver to her husband, helping him to recuperate from myriad illnesses. Ellen began her professional writing career with Grammy-nominated piano artist, Jim Brickman, teamin...

Publisher of vegan.com, Erik Marcus shares expert tips for incorporating vegan meals into your weekly menu plan, discussing the basics of vegan cooking, along with his take on the many vegan alternatives to meat, dairy, and egg-based foods. Erik has written extensively on vegan and animal rights topics and he is also interested in privacy, Austrian economics, restorative justice, and sentencing re...

Award-winning PBS celebrity vegan chef and recording artist, Laura Theodore shares some of her favorite, upbeat music for celebrating the New Year. Laura has released six solo CD’s and is the author of seven vegan cookbooks. She is co-creator of the popular Jazzy Vegetarian (vegan and delicious!) cooking series on national public television. Learn more about Laura’s television show, access lots of...

Award-winning singer/songwriter/producer, Michéal Castaldo, talks about his beautiful holiday themed release, Feliz Navidad LII, and how it gives a respectful nod to José Feliciano. Michéal is a recording artist, Italian cultural ambassador and entrepreneur. Michéal’s music can be heard on over fifty Italian-American-Canadian radio stations throughout North America. Learn more about Laura’s televi...