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  • Building a Brand Around Flavor: The Power of Content Creation & Community ft. Priya Lakshminarayan
    2025/01/06

    🌿 Welcome to another episode of the Plant Based On Fire pod!


    🌱👩‍🍳 Today, Bryan speaks with Priya Lakshminarayan, founder of Cookilicious, a vibrant vegetarian and vegan food blog.

    🍴✍🏻 Priya shares her inspiring journey from home cook to successful entrepreneur. They delve into the challenges and rewards of building a food blog, the power of authentic Indian cuisine, and the importance of creating content that resonates with your audience.

    🗣️📈 Priya also offers valuable advice for aspiring food bloggers and shares her insights on navigating the ever-evolving digital landscape.


    🗣 In This Episode, We Cover:

    00:00 Introduction to Cookielicious and Priya's Journey

    03:11 The Evolution of Cookielicious: From Vegetarian to Vegan

    05:45 Content Strategy and Seasonal Recipe Planning

    08:50 Building a Community and Engaging with Readers

    12:03 Navigating the Changing Landscape of Food Blogging

    14:57 Tips for Aspiring Food Bloggers

    18:07 The Appeal of Vegan Cuisine and Recipe Testing

    20:57 Future Plans for Cookielicious and Upcoming Cookbooks


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    28 分
  • The Power of Community: Crafting a Global Vegan Movement ft. Helene Greenberg
    2024/12/02

    🌿 Welcome to another episode of the Plant Based On Fire pod!

    🌱💼 In this episode of Plant Based On Fire, Bryan speaks with Helene Greenberg, a dynamic entrepreneur and passionate advocate for veganism, sustainability, and global cultural connection.

    🌿🤝 Helene shares her journey into veganism, her passion for creating spaces that inspire people to embrace plant-based living, and the importance of building supportive communities.

    ✨🚀 Through her ventures, Helene demonstrates how personal values can align with professional success, offering valuable insights for anyone looking to lead a more intentional, purpose-driven life.


    🗣 In This Episode, We Cover:

    00:00 Introduction to VegFest Expos and Helene's Journey

    03:02 The Evolution of Triangle VegFest

    05:53 Building Community and Supporting Vendors

    09:09 The Role of Technology in Festival Management

    11:55 Reaching Out to Non-Vegan Audiences

    14:58 Memorable Moments and Community Impact

    17:59 Balancing Education and Entertainment at Festivals

    21:11 Finding Vendors and Building Relationships

    23:57 Advice for Aspiring Festival Organizers

    27:02 Upcoming Events and How to Get Involved


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    • Website: vegfestexpos.com
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    • YouTube: @vegfestexpos
    • TikTok: @trianglevegfest


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    35 分
  • World Vegan Travel: Elevating plant-based Adventures Worldwide ft. Brighde Reed
    2024/11/04

    🌿 Welcome to another episode of the Plant Based On Fire pod!

    🌱🌍 Today, Bryan interviews Brighde Reed, co-founder of World Vegan Travel. Brighde shares her journey of transforming traditional travel into vegan-friendly, luxurious, and culturally immersive experiences.

    ✈️💚 From Thailand to Japan, her company meticulously curates each trip to offer vegan travelers a seamless, compassionate adventure.

    💬💼 Listeners gain insights into the challenges and triumphs of creating ethical tours, the importance of personalized planning, and how World Vegan Travel empowers vegans to explore the globe sustainably.


    🗣 In This Episode, We Cover:

    00:00 Introduction to World Vegan Travel

    05:39 The Journey to Vegan Travel

    10:55 Creating Unique Vegan Experiences

    17:34 Navigating the Travel Industry and AI

    21:12 Future Plans for World Vegan Travel

    23:43 Advice for Aspiring Plant-Based Entrepreneurs

    31:15 Engaging with the Vegan Community


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    • Website: https://worldvegantravel.com/
    • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/worldvegantravel
    • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/worldvegantravel/
    • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbD9lX2V7-cQogVfBlSMe8A
    • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brighdereed/?originalSubdomain=ca


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    37 分
  • Turning Recipes into a Movement: Veganism, Creativity, and Resilience ft. Nava Atlas
    2024/10/28

    🌿 Welcome to another episode of the Plant Based On Fire pod!

    🌱🌍 Bryan interviews Nava Atlas, celebrated vegan cookbook author and founder of The Vegan Atlas.

    🎨📚 Nava reflects on her journey from a graphic designer to a leading advocate of plant-based living. She shares the challenges and rewards of self-publishing, discusses the intersection of art and veganism, and offers advice on building a meaningful plant-based business.

    🧠✍🏻 Nava’s insights into content creation, entrepreneurship, and leading with food provide valuable lessons


    🗣 In This Episode, We Cover:

    00:00 Introduction to Plant-Based Living

    01:57 Nava's Journey into Veganism

    04:36 The Evolution of Vegan Cookbooks

    07:11 Creating Content and Learning from Mistakes

    10:35 Balancing Simplicity and Complexity in Recipes

    12:52 Vegan Cooking and Sustainability

    15:27 Transitioning to Plant-Based Diets

    17:49 Advice for Aspiring Plant-Based Entrepreneurs

    21:40 Combining Plant-Based Work with Social Justice

    25:51 Advice for Entrepreneurs in the Plant-Based Secto


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    • Website: https://theveganatlas.com/
    • Website: https://www.literaryladiesguide.com/


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    32 分
  • Vegan Fitness Myths Busted: Inside Bold Body Fitness ft. Amanda and Zachary
    2024/10/21

    🌿 Welcome to another episode of the Plant Based On Fire pod!

    🌱🏋️ Today, Bryan interviews Amanda and Zachary, co-founders of Bold Body Fitness. Together, they discuss their fitness journeys, the challenges of building a plant-based business, and the myths surrounding vegan athletes.

    💼💪 Amanda and Zachary share how their online coaching business empowers vegans to reach their fitness goals, offering customized workouts, nutrition coaching, and continuous accountability.

    ✨🤝 They also dive into the importance of community, consistency, and overcoming the motivation trap, proving that with the right mindset, anyone can thrive on a vegan diet.


    🗣 In This Episode, We Cover:

    00:00 Introduction to Bold Body Fitness

    03:12 Starting the Business and Embracing Veganism

    05:05 Nutrition Program and Vegan Athletes

    09:04 Strategies for Growing the Business

    12:03 In-Person vs. Online Coaching

    16:48 Success Stories and Vegan Athletes

    19:54 Motivation and Setting Goals

    22:54 Fostering Community and Connection

    25:04 Future Plans for Bold Body Fitness

    27:54 Advice for Starting a Fitness Business

    31:03 Favorite Exercises and Vegan Dishes


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    • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/boldbodyfitnessllc?igsh=Z3h5bXA4ejNsNHBj&utm_source=qr


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    31 分
  • Crowdfunding, Community, and Compassion: Amplifying Vegan Businesses ft. V. Lynn Hawkins
    2024/10/14

    🌿 Welcome to another episode of the Plant Based On Fire pod!

    🌱📣 Bryan interviews V. Lynn Hawkins, co-founder of Vegan Visibility Productions. V. Lynn shares her journey from being a fitness instructor and commercial real estate lending professional to becoming a champion for vegan and plant-based entrepreneurs.

    💼📈 She emphasizes the importance of business mission alignment, the role of crowdfunding in business growth, and the value of creating lasting impact through social entrepreneurship.

    🌍🤝 Through her business development and digital marketing expertise, V. Lynn helps entrepreneurs increase visibility, get heard, and make a more significant impact in the vegan world.

    🗣 In This Episode, We Cover:

    00:00 Introduction and Background

    11:32 Transition to a Plant-Based Lifestyle

    16:21 Investing in Yourself and Participating in Supportive Communities

    26:53 Aligning Your Business Mission with Your Values

    32:25 Amplifying the Voices of Plant-Based Entrepreneurs

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    • Website: https://veganvisibilityproductions.com/
    • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/v.lynn.hawkins
    • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@veganvisibilityproductions
    • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p3academy/

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    40 分
  • Melanin, Heritage, and Healing: The Story Behind Pholk Beauty ft. Niambi Cacchioli
    2024/10/07

    🌿 Welcome to another episode of the Plant Based On Fire pod!

    🌱🌸 Bryan interviews Niambi Cacchioli, founder of Pholk Beauty, a skincare brand that merges her heritage, her love for botanicals, and her mission to support Afro-Appalachian farmers.

    🌿🎨 As a historian of global Black culture, esthetician, and 5th-generation cultivator, Niambi has created a brand that repurposes superfoods for skincare, all while addressing the under-researched importance of melanin in wellness.

    🚀💼 From her upbringing in Kentucky to her time in London and Paris, Niambi shares her personal journey of building a plant-based skincare brand rooted in sustainability, community, and ancestral wisdom.


    🗣 In This Episode, We Cover:

    00:00 Creating Folk Beauty: A Journey Rooted in Black Culture and Natural Ingredients

    03:00 Reclaiming Melanin: The Wellness Superhero in Skincare

    05:49 Men's Skincare: Addressing Ingrown Hairs and Prioritizing Skin Health

    10:37 A Holistic Approach to Skincare: Going Beyond Suppression

    15:26 Sustainability in Skincare: Sourcing Ingredients and Promoting Cultural Roots

    20:13 Addressing Shaving Challenges for Men with Coily Hair

    22:31 Sourcing Ingredients Sustainably from African and Afro-Appalachian Farmers

    25:11 Promoting Cooperative Farming and Inclusive Skincare Formulations

    28:51 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs in the Plant-Based Beauty Industry


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    42 分
  • Nourishing Communities with Plant-Based Passion ft. Amber Poupore
    2024/09/30

    🌿 Welcome to another episode of the Plant Based On Fire pod!

    🌱🌳 Today, Bryan interviews Amber Poupore, the founder of Cacao Tree Cafe and The Clean Plate, two acclaimed vegetarian restaurants in Michigan. Amber shares her journey from working at a local vegetarian restaurant to opening her own eateries emphasizing fresh, organic, and whole plant-based foods.

    🌿💼 She discusses the challenges of running a plant-based business, the importance of sustainability, and how she fosters community engagement through compassionate service. Amber also touches on how staying true to her values and creating a welcoming space has led to long-term customer and employee retention.


    🗣 In This Episode, We Cover:

    00:00 Spreading Healthy Plant-Based Food and Inspiring Dietary Choices

    03:07 Challenges of Running a Food Business

    06:30 Community Engagement and Creating a Welcoming Environment

    10:09 Effective Marketing Strategies for Restaurants

    20:24 Implementing Sustainability Practices in the Food Industry

    21:35 Sustainability Practices at Cacao Tree Cafe

    23:45 Staying Current with Food Trends in the Plant-Based World

    26:24 Setting Trends in the Plant-Based World

    28:41 Advice for Starting a Whole Food Plant-Based Restaurant

    34:00 Future Plans for Cacao Tree Cafe

    38:07 The Importance of Community Support for Plant-Based Businesses


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    • Website: cacaotreecafe.com
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    43 分