Veg Out

Would you date an omnivore? Have you dated an omnivore? On today’s episode, Jeanette, Jen, and Barbi review a recent article from Bon Appetit Magazine titled “Meet the Vegans Who Only Date Other Vegans” and discuss the pros and cons of dating only our own kind. Links: Hector’s Birthday Bash at Wishing Well Sanctuary https://wishingwellsanctuary.org/upcoming-events Burlington Veg Fest https://www.b...

Have you heard of this process called trans farm ation? On this episode, we talk to photographer and filmmaker, Thomas Machowicz, about the We Animals Media short film he co-directed with Sabina Diethelm, called Transfarming Switzerland. This is a must-see heart-warming film that follows the journey of Sarah Heiligtag as she helps to carve a path for farmers in Switzerland, and beyond, to move fro...

Sinéad Hammons has always wanted to own her own business, and when she became vegan, she had a sense that her business would be about food. She saw a need for folks to be able to pick up delicious, healthy, grab and go vegan items, and when she saw an opportunity to transform a former butcher shop in the east end to a vegan deli, she took it and Jinglepear Deli was born!  Links: Sarnia Veg Fest ht...

During these recent times of inflation, you might feel your budget is too tightly squeezed to afford to eat out. Today Steve and Barbi chat about some of their favourite places to eat in Toronto that remain relatively affordable despite rising prices elsewhere. From savoury to sweet, dine in to take out, we’ve got suggestions for where you can still eat out with old school prices. Hosts: Barbi and...

Looking to hear an inspiring story about going veg and becoming a voice for the animals? We have one for you! On this episode, Sweta and Jen speak with David Magina, also known on social media as The 40 year old Vegan, about his journey from working as a slaughterhouse inspector to becoming a vegan and prominent animal rights activist.  Links: Bill S-5: https://animaljustice.ca/blog/toxicity-tests...

How are vegans and vegetarians typically represented in TV shows and movies? Do these representations paint a positive picture, or do they play into common stereotypes? Join Jeanette, Sweta, and Jen as they discuss their thoughts on some fictional characters that have been portrayed on various TV shows and films over the years. Links: Wishing Well Sanctuary Yoga:  https://wishingwellexperience.ca/...

Sweta, Barbi and special guest host Sonia Faruqi discuss critiques of the animal rights movement. Using comments made in the book End of Animal Farming by Jacy Reese, they reflect on the tactics the movement uses. Links: https://www.cobsbread.com/products/plant-based-cinnamon-bun/ https://www.facebook.com/events/596398428582195/628153292073375/ https://www.facebook.com/events/6395582500462551/?ref...

More than 20 years ago Steve Leckie bought a house in Bloordale Village and decided to share it with renters who were vegetarian and wanted to live a more communal lifestyle. Now the Lotus Feast Community House is home to 12 residents and has expanded to another house nearby. We talk with Leckie and one of his tenants, Vishal, about what it’s like to live at Lotus Feast, how you get in and what th...

It’s one thing to start a veg diet, and it’s another to maintain it. We talk to Dr. Andrea Polanco from Faunalytics about their recent study focused on identifying barriers faced by former vegans and vegetarians that led to them leave their veg diets and what we can do to help them come back. Links: Bringing Back Former Vegans And Vegetarians: An Obstacle Analysis: https://faunalytics.org/veg-obst...

Whether it be at a family function, restaurant, or other social gathering, when someone who is non-vegan prepares a vegan meal for you, do you ever wonder if they got it right? Join Sweta, Barbi and Jen as they explore this question and share their experiences. Links: Evolving Vegan - TV Series Coffee Wars - Movie Credits: Host: Jen, Barbi, Sweta Editing: Sweta Episode Summary: Jen Theme Music: Ma...

A new plant-inspired restaurant, called Bellona Kitchen, opened in Toronto’s west end at the beginning of the year, bringing us vegan and vegetarian dishes with an Italian influence. We chat with Johnnie and Aggie Fusco, the owners of Bellona Kitchen, about the inspirations behind their restaurant, the experience they provide, and of course, their menu full of fresh and home-made dishes. Links:  B...

Everyone’s talking about AI these days, particularly about ChatGPT. We wondered if the game-changing (albeit super-scary) AI chatbot would be able to help us plan a plant-based meal. So we asked it. Several times. The results are amusing, amazing, and a bit underwhelming all at the same time. Links ChatGPT: chat.openai.com Credits Hosts: Jeanette, Marni, Jen Editing: Jeanette Theme Music: Matt Jud...

How did vegans cook before the days of vegan recipe blogs, TikTok clips and YouTube videos? We used cookbooks! In this episode Barbi and Sweta discuss their beloved old cookbooks and even some zines. Hear about their favourites and some of yours as they journey through their baby vegan days. Links: Wishbone Lab Tofu 101 Online Workshop Family Festival at Wishing Well Sanctuary Credits: Hosts: Barb...

Wondering about all those PC Plant-Based products you see in stores? Join us as we discuss what we enjoyed, hated and what could be made a bit better with some adjustments. Listen now! Links: Global and Mail: Canada to ban cosmetic testing on animals CBC: Canada trails other nations on banning animal-tested cosmetics. A new plan aims to change that Credits: Hosts: Marni, Jenn and Sweta Editing: Sw...

Wishing Well Sanctuary is known as a safe haven for animals, and a place where you can visit and volunteer...but did you know you can also camp at the sanctuary? You can experience this magical place in all sorts of ways - from doing yoga with the llamas to getting a tarot card reading, watching a movie in a rustic barn, or even hosting your birthday, bachlorette party or any other special occasio...

If you’ve ever thought about fostering a cat but were scared to take the plunge this episode is for you. We speak with Bonnie Levine, the Executive Director of Toronto Cat Rescue, about what’s required of feline foster parents. Who makes a good candidate? Can you handle the emotional toll of a sick kitty? What if you want to go away for a few days? Links: Toronto Cat Rescue: https://www.torontocat...

We're off this week, but we'll have lots of great content in the new year. In the mean time, have a listen to one of our episodes from 2017 about goal setting. It has lots of good content to get your year started. Links: No Meat Athlete New Year's Resolution: https://www.nomeatathlete.com/3-steps-in-december/ Credits: Hosts: John, Jeanette and Steve Theme Music: Matt Judge 2022 Intro: Jen and Swet...

Wondering how you can meet other vegetarians and vegans in the GTA? Or how you can stay in the loop about new vegan businesses or products on the market? Or where you could host a vegan event or get help with an artistic project? On this episode, we’re joined by Sue Spahr, founder of the new Wishbone Animal Rights Lab, to talk about local vegan groups and resources that can help you get more engag...

Knives, microwaves, rolling boils and other kitchen things! Learn all about the hidden secrets of your kitchen as Jeanette, Barbi and Sweta discuss kitchen facts and history. Links Consider the Fork: Book Website Social Herbivore: Holiday Wine & Dine Event, December 9, 7-10pm Vegan Baking Group: Facebook Page Credits Hosts: Jeanette, Barbi and Sweta Editing: Sweta Episode Summary: Sweta Theme...

This week we chat with Serena McDonnell, a data scientist and quant researcher who, in her spare time, created Foodshake — a web app that converts any recipe to vegan. Inspired by her father’s reluctance to cook for her after she went plant-based Serena realized she could funnel all the conversions she’d figured out on her own (and with the help of testers in the Toronto veg community) into an app...

Today we’re talking about you. And us. Specifically, you joining us. That’s right, Veg Out is looking for new volunteers. We want new blood and we think you might be a match. If you agree, tune in to this episode to find out how we all joined the Veg Out crew, what we’re looking for, and how you can get in touch. Credits Hosts: Marni, Sweta, Steve Editing: Sweta Theme Music: Matt Judge Image: Harr...

There are few people who like to dole out advice more than vegans coming to the aid of other vegans. Perhaps it’s our do-gooding nature, perhaps we just enjoy spreading the word, perhaps we get too excited about soup. Today we scour the Toronto Vegans Facebook group for questions about all things vegan and attempt to answer them. Who knows, it may become a regular episode. Links Toronto Vegans Fac...

Today we’re joined by Charles Ng, owner of the store Bark & Meow. He's here to talk about vegan dogs and about his event taking place on October 15th. Learn about Toronto's first ever Vegan Dog Social on this episode of Veg Out. Links Vegan Dog Social event on Facebook : https://m.facebook.com/events/christie-pits-park/vegan-dog-social/1177499856313295/ Bark & Meow Pet Supply Store Credits...

Today we’re joined by Angie Bell, the host of Toronto’s inaugural Vegan  Fashion Show which takes place on October 2nd with proceeds going to  Animal Justice. We talk about some of the designers taking part and  other fun stuff planned for the night including music, food and a sketch  artist who’ll be creating on-the-spot artwork. Links The Vegan Fashion Show: https://www.theve...

With another long weekend coming in a few weeks, let's discuss burgers! Condiments, buns, brands we talk about it all on this episode of Veg Out. Credits Hosts: Marni, Steve and Sweta Editing: Sweta Episode Summary: Sweta Theme Music: Matt Judge