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The Simply Vegan Podcast

The Simply Vegan Podcast

Holly Johnson

Need an escape from all the doom and gloom? Indulge your ears in a feast of vegan news and chat, spreading joy one tub of hummus at a time. Whether you’re already vegan or just curious about how we don’t die of B12 deficiency, join Holly Johnson and Debra Butler from Vegan Food & Living as they navigate the highs and lows of being vegan on the same planet as Piers Morgan. Get bonus content on Patreon

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News and reviews: Holly and Molly discuss the IPCC climate change report and why going vegan is one of the best things we as individuals can do to minimise our impact. They also chat about the Met Gala's plant-based menu before reviewing the new vegan range at Lidl and the new sausage, beans and cheese melt from Greggs. This week's reader question is on fish alternatives – have a listen if you'd like tips on cooking plant-based alternatives using clever kitchen hacks.
The interview: This must-listen interview with Dr Alice Brough looks at how she went from pig vet to animal activist after experiencing the treatment of livestock within the farming industry and the dangers this presents to human health and the climate crisis. Avoiding the upsetting details, Holly and Alice discuss the startling over-use of antibiotics, the risk of potential future pandemics, the SCRAP Factory Farming legal challenge and why Alice turned against her farming upbringing to go vegan for the animals. Alice also discusses her work to try and save Geronimo the Alpaca and her role in Joaquin Phoenix's new film, The End of Medicine. Does she feel hopeful for the future? And is it time we stopped being scared of activism and start getting involved now we are in a Code Red climate situation?
Today’s podcast is sponsored by Sweet Freedom... the ‘better for you’ 100% vegan brand who now have 14 sweet syrups with 13 Great Taste Awards and counting! Plus a chocolate spread to rival Nutella that’s diet friendly! Every single one of their 14 products are vegan, plant based, cruelty free, naturally sweetened with fruit, palm oil free, GMO free, high or a source of fibre, and all packaging is recyclable! They are also a Business Friend of PETA and donate part profits to them. Sweet Freedom products are now in Sainsbury’s, Tesco, Asda, Waitrose, Morrisons, Ocado and Holland & Barrett.
Music by Purple Planet.

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The Simply Vegan Podcast - Ep117. The importance of diversity within mainstream veganism
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08/25/22 • 48 min

Today we kick off the episode by discussing the revelations that some of Tesco's fruit isn't actually vegan-friendly, along with the incredible news that Italy is banning the killing of male chicks in the egg industry. We also chat about Molly's upcoming trip to eco-friendly festival Shambala, and review new launches from Squeaky Bean, Pimp My Salad and H!p oat milk chocolate.
The interview This week we also chat to Kate Fowler from Generation Vegan about how we can all do more to encourage and represent diversity within the vegan movement. We discuss Gen V's previous work under the name Million Dollar Vegan, which included asking the Pope and Donald Trump to go vegan, along with their new campaigns working with social justice activist Christopher Eubanks and mother and daughter drag act The Vegan Queens. Kate also recommends reading the work of disability and vegan activist Sunaura Taylor, including her book Beasts of Burden.
Kate explains how using the 'right language' isn't enough and shares tips on how we can educate ourselves on social justice issues to enable us to move veganism forwards in an inclusive way.
This episode is sponsored by Beer52 - head to beer52.com/veganfood to claim your free vegan craft beers (all you need to do is cover postage!).
Music by Purple Planet.

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The Simply Vegan Podcast - The hidden health benefits of beans, with Amelia Christie-Miller
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09/14/21 • 54 min

Vegan news and reviews: Discover what Holly and Molly have to say about the new McPlant burger launch and what to expect from Waitrose's new Plantlife range. The girls also discuss the new Meat Atlas report and the upcoming film Eating Our Way To Extinction , featuring Kate Winslet.
For this week's taste test, they try the new vegan Baxters soups, Ilchester's Vegan Blue and Melting Mature cheese, and - eek - some of Tesco's Christmas range!
This week's listener questions are all about organic food (is it actually better for us?) and ancient grains (what are they and why should we eat them?). To submit your questions to Holly and Molly, email [email protected].
The interview: Amelia Christie-Miller believes in beans so much that she set up her own company. Now she's campaigning for the future of food to focus on beans rather than meat replacement products. Find out why beans are so good for us and our soils...
Coming up next week: The girls take on a Whole Food Plant Based Challenge with guidance from nutrition advisor and vegan chef Lisa Marley.
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In part 1 of today’s episode, we discuss the fact that Vegan Runners is now Parkrun’s biggest club – and share how you can help keep them at the top spot.

We also discuss stand up desks, vegan seafood alternatives, losing our cooking mojo and how to make a lasagne in a pan to save on washing up.

But part 2 is the main event, when we chat to musician, DJ, producer and director –Moby. We talk about his new film, The Punk Rock Vegan Movie, which covers the history of punk rock and its roots in politics, animal rights and activism. Moby explains why he went vegan in the 80s, back when no one even knew how to pronounce the word, and why it's so much more than just rebelling against the system.
We also discuss why veganism is not a belief but something that's based on science and fact and how we can adapt our behaviours to encourage others to go vegan, too.

Today’s podcast is sponsored by the award-winning Ilchester Vegan Melting Mature.

Described as 'the best melting vegan cheeze on the market'. That’s right. Ilchester Vegan Melting Mature shares the same meltability factor as dairy cheddar cheeses, something that until its launch many found lacking in other plant based cheezes.

It really is the perfect cheezy addition to any meal; it melts well on vegan burgers, toast, nachos and more! AND it’s fortified with vitamin B12 and calcium. What’s not to love?!

OK, we’re hungry now... pick up this super oozy cheeze in block or slices format in a Sainsbury’s or Tesco store near you.

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The Simply Vegan Podcast - Part 1: News, reviews and your questions answered
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11/09/21 • 30 min

In today's episode, Holly and Molly review a Christmas brownie delivery box from Cake or Death, Cadbury's long-awaited Plant Bar and a new winter launch from Merchant Gourmet. They also discuss the trend for going 95% vegan, the news that New York's recently elected mayor is plant-based and the vegetable-shaped sex toys at Holland & Barrett.
Your questions this week are on supplements for kids - answered by top dietitian Lisa Simon from Plant-Based Health Professionals - along with vegan meat replacements. Which types are healthiest for us?
Coming up on Thursday: Matthew Glover is co-founder of Veganuary, managing director of Veg Capital, and the man behind edgy fried chicken brand VFC. Find out what he has to say about the vegan movement in this exclusive interview.
This episode is sponsored by The Vegan Society. Whether you're vegan for the animals, your health, the planet, or all of the above, it’s important to protect your nutrient intakes. The Vegan Society’s chewable multivitamin VEG 1 is a convenient way to do so. VEG 1 contains seven essential nutrients including vitamins B12, D3 and Iodine, and is packaged in a 100% plastic-free tin. A 6-month supply is priced at just £12.70, that’s around 7p per day, and the best part is Vegan Food & Living Plus members get an extra 10% off! Browse the range and support The Vegan Society today.
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• Become a patron at patreon.com/simplyvegan and access video interviews, live chats with Holly and Molly and free downloads
• Visit
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• Tag us in your social posts, @veganfoodandliving
• Share this episode with a friend
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The Simply Vegan Podcast - Ep137. Married at First Sight's Zoe Clifton and Jenna Robinson
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02/02/23 • 57 min

Today we kick off part one by discussing meal ideas for all our Veganuary graduates or anyone feeling a bit stuck in a rut with their cooking. From apple and cinnamon baked oats to chia porridge, beetroot coconut curry and Vego chocolate spread, we share all our best tips and recipes.
Molly also explains what TVP is and how to cook with it (and yes, she was right – it is made from soy flour!), whilst Holly chats about prepping things like raw slaw and homemade sun-dried tomato pesto for easy lunchtime wins.

And in part 2, meet self-confessed meat lover and anti-vegan Zoe Clifton who married long-term vegan Jenna Robinson on Married At First Sight. They discuss how bizarre it was marrying someone you don’t know, Zoe's shock at discovering Jenna was vegan and how she didn’t know what a vegan was ("she can't even eat eggs?!")

Having been talked into taking part in Veganuary with the support of Asda, whose new OMV! and Plant-Based ranges have been a godsend for meat-loving Zoe, Zoe talks about the positive changes she’s noticed after the initial detox and the impact of ditching meat and dairy on her training and overall health.

And finally, Jenna shares the reasons she went vegan seven years ago and how she thinks we can promote the benefits of veganism to friends and family without pushing them away.
Today's episode is sponsored by Yondu Vegetable Umami – a vegan, Korean, all-purpose season sauce. It’s gluten-free, organic, non-GMO and clean label.

Yondu Vegetable Umami is made from organic soybeans, yeast extract and simmered broth of savoury vegetables such as white radish, cabbage, leek, shiitake and garlic. This slow fermentation technique is the key to developing its deep flavour.

Find out how we've been using it in our meals in today's podcast and for more inspiration head over to their social media channels: Instagram - @yondu.uk and Tiktok - @yondu_uk

Yondu Vegetable Umami can be purchased on Amazon, £7.99 for 275ml.

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• Share this episode with a friend
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The Simply Vegan Podcast - Healing ourselves and the world around us, with Alicia Silverstone
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03/17/22 • 35 min

This week, Holly chats to actress, author and activist Alicia Silverstone, star of 90s classic Clueless. They discuss the wide-ranging benefits of a vegan lifestyle and the plant-based foods that can really nourish your body and soul. Alicia talks about raising her son as a vegan, his love of cooking and how her mum inspired her to live a zero-waste lifestyle.
They discuss how we can subtly persuade those round us to go vegan, and delve into Alicia's brand-new podcast, The Real Heal, which looks at healing ourselves and the world around us with kindness and compassion. Alicia also shares what helped her cope with finding fame at such a young age, and why she's not a typical Hollywood actress.
Today’s episode is sponsored by The Vegan Kind, the home of plant based shopping. The Vegan Kind is the UK’s #1 plant based supermarket.

With over 5000 products in stock and next day carbon neutral delivery, it’s a one stop shop for all your shopping needs. From daily essentials to those hard to find artisan, vegan items, it has over 200 vegan cheeses, meat replacements and dairy alternatives, cruelty-free beauty and sustainable, household cleaning with all the top brands you would expect.

Join Kind Club and get up to 75% off thousands of items and 4 free deliveries per month for just £4.99. Shop at the vegankind.com – the home of plant based shopping.
Music by Purple Planet

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• Become a patron at patreon.com/simplyvegan and access video interviews, live chats with Holly and Molly and free downloads
• Visit
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• Tag us in your social posts, @veganfoodandliving
• Share this episode with a friend
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The Simply Vegan Podcast - How I left corporate life to rescue animals, with Dan McKernan
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03/10/22 • 25 min

In today's episode, Holly chats to star of Saved by the Barn, Dan McKernan. He explains how he thought his house mate was crazy when she went vegan, only to go vegan himself after experiencing delicious plant-based food and watching Cowspiracy. He goes on to discuss leaving a high-paid job in the tech industry to rescue farm animals, how his videos went viral, and how his animals are now celebrities.
They discuss why we eat some animals and love others, what it's like being surrounded by old-school farmers, and Dan's new illustrated children's book - This Farm is a Family – which is teaching compassion to children.
Coming up next Thursday: Holly chats to actress and activist Alicia Silverstone.
Music by Purple Planet.

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• Become a patron at patreon.com/simplyvegan and access video interviews, live chats with Holly and Molly and free downloads
• Visit
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• Share this episode with a friend
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In our regular news section, Holly and Gabriella discuss the banning of live exports and review the exciting new vegan Christmas range at Morrisons (and it includes trifle!).
This week's interview is a must-listen as Holly chats to T. Colin Campbell about the link between diet and disease and why he doesn't class himself as a vegan. The renowned scientist also talks about his new book – The Future of Nutrition – and how he believes a whole food, plant-based diet can protect us from the effects of Covid-19.

Share your journey with us!
• Become a patron at patreon.com/simplyvegan and access video interviews, live chats with Holly and Molly and free downloads
• Visit
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• Tag us in your social posts, @veganfoodandliving
• Share this episode with a friend
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The Simply Vegan Podcast - Ep158. Is vegan meat healthy? With The Vegan Butcher
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06/22/23 • 37 min

The Simply Vegan podcast is your weekly dose of plant-based food, news and topical chat with Vegan Food & Living's Holly Johnson and Molly Pickering.


This week, we're exploring what it means to be a 'healthy' vegan. Is vegan meat ruining our diets? Or does it actually offer health benefits? And who better to join in the conversation than The Vegan Butcher AKA Zacchary Bird!


Zacchary joins us from Australia to discuss his view of what it means to be 'healthy', how he deals with online trolls who can't cope with seeing vegans turn vegetables into 'meat' and his take on the so-called vegan bubble bursting. He also shares his love of travel and discovering new street food, and tells us about his new book, The Vegan Baker.


NEWS! NEWS! NEWS! We have launched a new weekly show called Something For The Weekend – a short and sweet episode packed with cooking inspiration for your weekend meals. Tune in every Friday morning for this extra, bonus episode of your favourite plant-based podcast.


Notes from today's episode:

• Follow Zacchary Bird at https://www.instagram.com/zaccharybird/

• Zacchary's new book, The Vegan Baker, can be purchased at https://amzn.to/43HqyL1

• Order The Vegan Butcher now at https://amzn.to/44dPolK

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How many episodes does The Simply Vegan Podcast have?

The Simply Vegan Podcast currently has 185 episodes available.

What topics does The Simply Vegan Podcast cover?

The podcast is about Nutrition, Society & Culture, Vegan, Cooking, Comedy, Podcasts, Diet, Health, Arts, Ethics and Food.

What is the most popular episode on The Simply Vegan Podcast?

The episode title 'Former pig vet Dr Alice Brough on why we urgently need to fight factory farming' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on The Simply Vegan Podcast?

The average episode length on The Simply Vegan Podcast is 41 minutes.

How often are episodes of The Simply Vegan Podcast released?

Episodes of The Simply Vegan Podcast are typically released every 6 days, 23 hours.

When was the first episode of The Simply Vegan Podcast?

The first episode of The Simply Vegan Podcast was released on Oct 12, 2020.

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