In this episode, I talk with Colin Anderson, founder of Eureka Compass Vegan Food, who is revolutionizing food justice in the Twin Cities with his powerful message: "WE FEED US!" Now in year #8 of providing FREE community meals and vegan shopping markets, Colin shares his journey and passion for sustainable food systems that support both community members and local farmers. Free vegan meals and shopping markets in St. Paul, MN.
Address: 1697 Lafond Avenue, St. Paul, MNCurrent Market Hours:
Tuesdays: 11 AM – 8 PM
Thursdays: 1–3 PM & 5–8 PM
Community Dinners: Available for takeout or dine-in
Instagram: @eureka_compass_vegan_food
Venmo: @Chef-Collective-1123
CashApp: $ChefCollective1123Patreon
Music is “Waters”, composed by Twin Cities musician, Ian Crawford
Editing and post-production by me – but I’d love to partner with someone else to do this! Reach out! tracinginspirationpodcast@gmail.com
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Chelsea Witbrook is a certified Somatic Enneagram facilitator and best-selling author of "Blessing My Demons." As an Somatic Enneagram guide and Spiritual Director, she combines social justice awareness with compassionate guidance. Chelsea specializes in helping people who feel stuck by teaching them to establish Grounded Presence, connect with their Inner Observer, and respond to their body's wisdom. Through her coaching, clients discover inner resources and learn to embrace all parts of themselves with radical compassion, finally releasing patterns that once held them captive. www.chelseawitbrook.com
00:05 – Redefining Innovation & Community Self-Sufficiency
01:19 – The Reality of Food Insecurity in Minnesota
05:50 – How Colin Started: A Strength-Based Approach to Community
09:36 – Reimagining Food Systems for Equity & Access
12:58 – Why Food? Colin’s Journey & Ethical Awakening
18:56 – Personal Experience with Food Scarcity & Capitalism’s Failures
25:09 – Buddhism & The Interconnectedness of Food & Justice
29:54 – Creating a Non-Transactional Community Food Space
36:40 – Pivotal Life Choices & Regrets that Shaped the Mission
42:06 – Recovery & Sobriety: A Life-Changing Turning Point
47:33 – Living Out Loud & Holding Ourselves Accountable
49:58 – Final Thoughts: Food, Justice, and the Power of Presence
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