Viva! Vegan Podcast

In this episode of the Viva! Vegan Podcast, Faye is joined by canine nutritionist Claire Lucie, who unpacks the science behind vegan dog food, busts the biggest myths about plant-based pet health and shares her top tips for keeping your pup thriving on a cruelty-free diet. Whether you're curious about transitioning your dog to vegan food or just want to learn more about choices for pets, this episode is not to be missed. ---------- Viva! is the UK's leading vegan campaigning charity, specialising in undercover investigations and animal, health, environmental and lifestyle campaigns. Founded in 1994 by Juliet Gellatley, we have spent 30 years creating a kinder, more sustainable world for humans and animals alike. Visit: https://viva.org.uk/ Support: https://viva.org.uk/join/ Follow us on socials: ▶ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vivavegancharity/ ▶ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vivacharity/ ▶ Twitter: https://twitter.com/vivacampaigns ▶ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vivacharity

Bringing you the latest news from the world of veganism – Episode 42: March 2025 Welcome to the Vegan News Minisode, brought to you by the leading vegan charity, Viva! Presenters Faye and Erin are here with the latest updates on plant-based lifestyles, food, and animal campaign news. In this episode, they cover: Viva!'s Dairy Is Scary crowdfunder Plates becomes the UK's first Michelin-starred vegan restaurant University of Bristol students advocate for plant-based catering Vegan good news platforms thrive Is drinking oat milk a risk to your health

Bringing you the latest news from the world of veganism: Episode 40: February 2025 Welcome to the Vegan News Minisode, brought to you by leading vegan charity, Viva! Presenters Faye and Erin are here with the latest updates on plant-based lifestyles, food and animal campaign news. In this episode, they cover: - Viva!'s recognition at the 2024 Vegfest Awards. - A recent bird flu (H5N1) outbreak, which has been affecting cats - some falling ill or dying after eating contaminated raw pet food. - Naturalist and TV personality Chris Packham's criticism of the UK's Let's Eat Balanced campaign, calling it "dangerous propaganda." - The new documentary Food for Thought. - A new c-label for cultivated meat! Stay tuned for the latest in vegan news!

Bringing you the latest news from the world of veganism: Episode 39: December 2024 Welcome to the Vegan News Minisode, brought to you by leading vegan charity Viva!. Presenters Faye and Erin bring you the latest plant-based lifestyle, food, and animal campaign news. In this episode, Faye and Erin discuss the fact that 75% of UK dietitians incorrectly believe plant proteins are incomplete, Viva!'s high-protein V7 meal plan launched in collaboration with the PlantBuilt team, the brand Nukoko who launches cocoa-free chocolate in a bid to tackle their environmental impact and of course, campaigns such as Gasping for Life and Viva!'s A Very Vegan Christmas mini cookbook. For everyone listening throughout 2024, thank you so much and have a wonderful Christmas. See you in 2025!

Bringing you the latest news from the world of veganism: Episode 37: October 2024 Welcome to the Vegan News Minisode, brought to you by leading vegan charity Viva!. Presenters Faye and Erin bring you the latest plant-based lifestyle, food, and animal campaign news. In this episode, Faye and Erin discuss Viva!'s A Very Vegan Christmas mini cookbook, France's attempt to ban 'meat' terms from vegan products, Aldi's biggest Christmas range and the launch of V7 high-protein, in conjunction with the incredible PlantBuilt Plant Strong team. Enjoy!

In a candid and thought-provoking episode of the Viva! Vegan podcast, British singer-songwriter and actress Kate Nash delves into her personal journey towards veganism, offering insights into the complexities of ethical living in today's world. Known for her hit single "Foundations" and her role in Netflix's GLOW, Nash discusses how her transition from vegetarianism to veganism was influenced by both personal experiences and a desire to challenge systemic cruelty. Drawing inspiration from the film Okja, Nash reflects on the emotional impact it had on her decision to adopt a plant-based lifestyle. She emphasizes that for her, veganism is not merely a dietary choice but a form of resistance against a system that commodifies life and perpetuates exploitation. Nash also critiques the vegan industry's embrace of mass production, cautioning against the commercialisation of ethical choices. Throughout the episode, Nash's unfiltered honesty and commitment to authenticity shine through, making this conversation a compelling listen for anyone interested in the intersections of ethics, lifestyle, and activism. Viva! is the UK's leading vegan campaigning charity, specialising in undercover investigations and animal, health, environmental and lifestyle campaigns. Founded in 1994 by Juliet Gellatley, we have spent 30 years creating a kinder, more sustainable world for humans and animals alike. Visit: https://viva.org.uk/ Support: https://viva.org.uk/join/ Follow us on socials: ▶ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vivavegancharity/ ▶ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vivacharity/ ▶ Twitter: https://twitter.com/vivacampaigns ▶ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vivacharity

Faye sits down with Viva!'s unstoppable founder and director Juliet Gellatley to chat about the highs, lows and hilarious moments of running Viva!. Juliet candidly discusses three decades of campaigning, taking us through the wild ride of vegan activism, recalling her battles and big wins. With plenty of laughs and honest reflections, Juliet shares the inside scoop on what it really took to turn her vision into a movement, showing us just how far Viva! has come!

Bringing you the latest news from the world of veganism: Episode 37: October 2024 Welcome to the Vegan News Minisode, brought to you by leading vegan charity Viva!. Presenters Faye and Erin bring you the latest plant-based lifestyle, food, and animal campaign news. In this episode, Faye and Erin discuss Viva!'s 30th birthday celebrations, helping out at Dean Farm Sanctuary, Beyond Meat's new "whole-muscle" mycelium-based steak, plant-based Nutella, dodgy donut eating habits, and the launch of V7!

Bringing you the latest news from the world of veganism: Episode 36: September 2024 Welcome to the Vegan News Minisode, brought to you by leading vegan charity Viva!. Presenter Faye is this month joined by new co-host, Erin, as they bring you the latest plant-based lifestyle, food, and animal campaign news. In this episode, Faye and Erin discuss Bristol trip-hop pioneers Massive Attack and their eco-conscious and entirely vegan menu at festival Act 1.5, how precision fermentation could help the world move away from animal agriculture, how soy milk is better than cow's milk for cardiometabolic health - and just what cardiometabolic health means - as well as Viva!'s latest campaigns and tours... Enjoy!

Dr. Michael Greger, a trailblaser in nutrition and lifestyle medicine, and author of How Not to Die joins Viva! to discuss his groundbreaking work with us during the pandemic and his personal motivation, sparked by his grandmother, to revolutionise health through diet. He dives into the urgent need to combat heart disease with preventive nutrition and lifestyle choices, while also tackling the myths surrounding patient compliance and physician biases. Plus, he reveals how all proceeds from his work go directly to charity, showcasing his dedication to both health and giving back. Live from 2024's Vegan Camp Out, Faye sits down to chat about: Dr. Greger's high-impact collaboration with Viva! on pandemic work The personal story behind his shift to nutrition and lifestyle medicine The fight against heart disease through dietary and lifestyle changes Debunking myths about patient compliance and physician attitudes His charitable approach with book sales and its impact