Veg Out

In today’s episode of Veg Out, Lisa, Katie, and Steve are joined by the winner of the Lisa Grill Compassion for Animals Award, Mary-Chris Staples who has had an incredible impact with her vegan outreach. Organizations and Resources mentioned: Toronto Pig Save Toronto Chicken Save Toronto Cow Save Save Outreach Squad Direct Action Everywhere AnimalRightsToronto.com Anonymous for the Voiceless &nbsp...

On today’s episode Angeline, Kirti and Jeanette discuss the notion of self care, and offer some resources for those who are looking to incorporate self care practices into their lives. Click here to listen! Resources: community centre yoga classes, community acupuncture, student massage clinic through Sutherland-Chan, life coach Kimberly Carroll, passport to prana yoga, Kadampa meditation centre,...

In today’s episode of Veg Out, John, Ana, Steve and Lisa had a pretty energetic chat about Veg Food Fest, their experiences at the festival and some highlights, and some casual chats of what’s new in the vegan scene for them! Links: Sudsatorium The Eco Well Sade Baron Vegan Oktoberfest Velo Vegan Vegan Cuts Listen Now: Veg Out 406: Veg Food Fest Recap & Gluten vs Seitan

This is the last in a special interview series with some of the fabulous people that will be presenting at the upcoming Veg Food Fest. On this week’s podcast, we focus on the food! Jeanette is joined by Sam Turnbull from It Doesn’t Taste Like Chicken, and fellow Veg Out host Lisa Le from The Viet Vegan. Sam and Lisa tell us about their blogs and preview their respective cooking demos. You can catc...

This week, we’re continuing our special interview series focusing on some of the presenters from the upcoming Veg Food Fest. Angeline, Steve and Jeanette speak with Liberal MP Nathaniel Erskine-Smith about his vegan life and family, his proposed legislation for modernizing the animal protections act, and what Canadians can do to bring change to our current animal protection laws. Click to listen!...

On this week’s Veg Out, we present a feature interview with ethologist and New York Times best selling author Jonathan Balcombe. Jeanette, Steve and Jonathan talk all things fishes – from the fascinating stories from his book What a Fish Knows, to personal stories about our interactions with fishes, and what we can do to protect our underwater cousins. Jonathan will be speaking at this year’s Veg...

Today John, Ana, and Steve discuss the upcoming Veg Food Fest, and the presenters who the co-hosts are excited about hearing.  John discusses his self-imposed “2 Week Organic Challenge” and the obstacles he had to navigate while eating 100% organic for two weeks.  The hosts also discuss how lucky they are to be vegan during a time when they have easy access to a vegan Registered Dieticia...

Today on Veg Out, Ana, John, Vivek, and Wynn are joined by TVA’s Festival and Events Coordinator Emily to discuss the upcoming Toronto Veg Food Fest, taking place Sept 8-10th at the Harbourfront Centre. We also had a chat with Emily about her participation with the Toronto Vegetarian Associaton Scotiabank Waterfront Marathon team, including how listeners can get involved. Join us at the event on O...

Today John and Ana celebrate the 400th episode of Veg Out by interviewing Anne-Marie Campbell.  Anne-Marie Campbell is a vegan athlete who trains in Tae Kwon Do, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, and Mixed Martial Arts.  Anne-Marie has a lengthy history of being an athlete, with over twenty years of competing in a wide variety of sports.  She speaks about veganism connects with athletic accompli...

In today’s episode of Veg Out, Ana, Steve and Lisa talk about the politics of supporting non-vegan restaurants and why it can be beneficial for vegan advocacy! Let us know your thoughts, email us at tva@veg.ca! Links & Info:   Join the Toronto Vegetarian Team at the Scotiabank Toronto Waterfront Marathon by emailing Barbi: blazarus@veg.ca Share your thoughts on rebranding the Veg Foo...

Today Angeline, Ana, Steve, and John are joined by Lucas. Lucas is on today’s show to discuss Veg Speed Date; he is the organizer of these fantastic veg events that take place in Toronto. A summer event is planned for Sunday, July the 9th at The Steady Cafe and Bar (Lucas blunders when he says it’s on July 19th – the event is on Sunday, July 9th). These events are another great way to meet new and...

On this week’s episode, Jeanette gives her review of her recent trip to Vancouver including stops at Nice Shoes, Vegan Supply, Virtuous Pie and the Arbor. We wish Shalini well as she embarks on a two year backpacking trip through South-East Asia and South America. She shares some of her planning tips for travelling while vegan. And Steve shares his strategy for a biking/camping excursion, and taki...

Today John, Ana, and Steve are joined by Greg to discuss Vegan Rock! 9.  Vegan Rock! is a concert/bake sale/fundraiser that is taking place on June 8th at The Boat (158 Augusta Avenue, Toronto).  Talented veg musicians, friends, and the smells of baked goods, all mingling at a Kensington bar, mean it is not a night to be missed.  The co-hosts also talk about TVA Reads, important boo...

Today John, Lisa, and Steve discuss the results from the Anita Karajnc trial, and Level 10 Veganism.  “Level 10 Veganism!?!?” you ask.  Tune into the show to find out more.  Also, a reminder that there’s another week left of Veggielicious!

On this week’s episode, we give you ideas on how to make your mother’s day vegan. Plus, we highlight some more Veggielicious options for you to enjoy. We also squeeze in some rants at the end. Listen now! Veg Out May 6 

On today’s episode of Veg Out, Jeanette, Lisa, and Steve dive into the delicious options at Veggielicious this year as well as why body shaming needs to stop (especially in the vegan world)   Links Mentioned in the Podcast: Veggielicious Pop Up! – May 7, 2017, Artscape Sandbox Veggielicious – May 5 – 21, 2017 On Being A Bad Vegan Fatty – FEMSPLAIN The Compassion Company and Fat Shaming –...

Today we are hosting a Worldwide Vegan Bake sale at the TVA Resource Centre and it’s a great time to do a flashback to the recent 9th Annual Totally Fabulous Vegan Bake Off.  In this special edition on-site podcast Ana interviews bakers, volunteers, a TVA board member and the organizer extraordinaire Natalie Stephenson.  

Today Ana, Sarah, Angeline and John try to debunk the notion that you can’t eat healthy on a budget.  John has gotten really angry in the past over the idea that eating healthy is more expensive than eating poorly, and the ladies calmly address this issue, which resulted in John not getting too worked up and throwing objects in a fit of rage.

Today John, Lisa, and Jeanette had the opportunity to talk with Chef Susur Lee.  The discussion centres around the vegetarian menu promotion, Garden to Table, which is taking place at Bent Restaurant.  The menu is vegetarian, but vegans are welcome to make their dietary preferences known and accommodations will be made.  Garden to Table runs from March 30th to April 15th; however, t...

Today Sarah, Steve and Ana talk to Josh LaJaunie, a plant based ultra runner from Southern Louisiana. Josh won last year’s Runner’s World cover search and can seen on the December 2016 issue. We asked Josh about his weight loss journey, running and making the change to a plant based lifestyle. You can find more information about Josh on his website joshlajaunie.com

On today’s episode of Veg Out, Ana, Steve, and Lisa speak with a representative from Dietitians of Canada to discuss certain “Food Fights” people often have. Today we discuss certain “food fads”, stress eating, and if it’s possible to manage diabetes with a vegan diet. We also briefly touch on how much protein we need per meal and what that looks like in an average day of eating. A big thank you t...

On today’s show, John and Jeanette preview some spring events, including the 9th Annual Totally Fabulous Vegan Bake Off, farm sanctuary tours and volunteer days, seed swaps and travelling for March Break.

Today John, Ana and Steve give a brief update of some of the fabulous restaurants in Toronto.  John also discusses his vegan restaurant extravaganza while visiting New York City.  Ana also provides an update of all of the wonderful TVA groups that are ongoing.   Also, check-out the latest info about the Totally Fabulous Vegan Bake-off!   Listen Now! Veg Out 386: Resta...

Today Sarah, Shalini and Steve discuss the recent Dr. Oz episode called “The beginners guide to going vegan without going crazy.” Which was a great mainstream look into how becoming vegan tastes great and is very do-able. Winterlicious is happening now (January 27 – February 9) and there are several restaurants offering vegan menu options this year. And don’t forget, The Totally Fabulous Vegan Bak...

On today’s episode the crew takes on the question of what do you do when you receive a non-veg friendly gift. We offer advice and tips to navigate the sometimes tricky world of gift giving and receiving. We also talk about where to take a vegan tourist in Toronto. And we also preview the veg speed dating event.