Plant Based Briefing
The daily inspiration you need to stay committed to your healthy, compassionate, and sustainable lifestyle. I narrate the best articles from experts in plant-based and vegan living—all with permission and passion—curated and narrated for you in just 10 minutes every weekday. Episodes cover the many compelling reasons to embrace a vegan lifestyle. From the ethical treatment of animals to key health benefits, environmental impact, and social justice issues like world hunger and climate change, you'll hear it all. Stay informed about critical subjects such as antibiotic resistance, wildlife conservation, and the vital role of sustainable living in our everyday choices. Whether you're looking for guidance on plant-based nutrition, creative vegan recipes, tips for eco-friendly travel, or the latest in plant-based entertainment, this podcast has something for you. Each episode is designed to empower you with knowledge and strengthen your commitment to living a life that aligns with your values. Tune in daily and transform your understanding of plant-based living while gathering inspiration to continue on your journey. Let's inspire each other to make kinder, healthier, and more sustainable choices—one episode at a time. Your path to a compassionate lifestyle starts here!
Episodes
The Best Milk Alternative: Oat vs. Soy Milk
They're both great options and MUCH healthier and more ethical than animal milk, but can oat milk's nutritional profile compete with soy milk's?
Listen to today's episode written by Kristine Dennis at @NutritionFacts.org
#vegan #plantbased #Plantbasednutrition #plantmilk #oatmilk #soymilk #dairy #cowmilk
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Vegan Joy: Joy Is Revolutionary
"As I tell my students on the first day of my animal studies class: "Drop this class. Trust me, drop this class. You do not want to know what I know. I do not want to know what I know; no one wants to know what I know." So how, then, can I talk about vegan joy? Because vegan joy is how we win."
Hear more in today's episode written by Vasile Stanescu at Substack...
The Doctor Who Prescribes Food: How Dr. Neal Barnard is Changing Medicine
For decades, Neal Barnard, MD has been transforming medicine with food—and using plant-based nutrition to prevent and reverse chronic disease. Listen to today's episode written by Charlotte Pointing at VegNews.com
#vegan #plantbased #plantbasedbriefing #plantbaseddiet #plantbaseddoc #plantbasednutrition #reversediabetes ...
The New Dietary Guidelines: More Triangle Than Pyramid?
Those paying attention during the past few weeks will have probably noticed that the recently released 2025–2030 guidelines have provoked a large press response and widespread feedback from doctors, scientists, and concerned citizens. This is not unusual. The release of new dietary guidelines often attracts a ton of attention. However, the noise surro...
Sales of Antibiotics for Farm Animals Jumped 16%, FDA Data Shows
The sharp one-year increase is raising concerns among public health experts.Listen to today's episode written by Natasha Gilbert at sentientmedia.org.
**And check out the free documentary on antibiotic or antimicrobial resistance, THE END OF MEDICINE AS WE KNOW IT: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XAYHTr7NDdQ
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Do the Health Impacts of Ultra-Processed Foods Apply to Plant-Based Meat Alternatives?
If the only ultra-processed food that appears to be killing people is meat, then plant-based meats may be the solution to the ultra-processed foods problem.
Listen to today's episode written by Dr. Michael Greger at @NutritionFacts.org
#vegan #plantbased #Plantbasednutrition #upf #plantbasedmeat...
At 28 Years Old, I Was on Nearly 10 Medications. Then I Changed My Diet
When I was just 28, my doctors placed me on medications for hypertension and severe GERD and digestive issues. I was also diagnosed with prediabetes and clinical depression—struggling physically, mentally, and emotionally. Today, I've been free of these diagnoses—and off all medications—for more than five years.
Written by...
The Plant-Based Paradox: Over-Processed Or Protein-Powerhouse?
To understand what's really in your juicy Beyond Burger, or melt-in-your-mouth Daiya cheese, let's take a closer look at some of the most scrutinized additives and their role on your plate. Listen to today's episode written by Trinity Olander at Switch4Good.org
#vegan #plantbased #plantbasedbriefing #plantbasedfood #processedfood #...
Critics Declared Veganism Dead in 2025. Here's What Those Obituaries Are Missing.
The massive scale and influence of the meat industry shouldn't be underestimated. "These eulogies for veganism tend to downplay this critical point: taking on the meat industry — a monster machine with unparalleled lobbying and marketing resources — was never a fair fight. Listen to today's episode written by Grey Moran and M...
'New Dietary Guidelines Were Written by Authors With Strong Ties to the Food Industry' and 'Dietary Guidelines Are a Mixed Bag, Show Industry Influence, Says Physicians Committee'
The new Dietary Guidelines for Americans were written by authors with strong ties to the food industry (at least 7 of 9!) and they sidestepped longstanding federal legal protections by ignoring the Dietary Guidelines Advisory Com...
Plant-Based Diets Could Save Millions of Lives and Trillions of Dollars a Year
How many lives would be saved if everyone ate vegetarian or vegan? Yet why aren't national nutrition guidelines following the science? Spoiler; corporate and political interests!
Listen to today's episode written by Dr. Michael Greger at @NutritionFacts.org
#vegan #plantbased #Plantbasednutrition #foodg...
Letting you know I'm taking vacation for the holidays and will be back Thurdsay, January 8th.
There's a library of over 1000 episodes so feel free to listen to some oldies while I'm gone and I look forward to sharing some new articles with you when I return.
Happy holidays!
Marian
Is Veganism Elitist? No, And Here's Why
"I hear it often, and I'm sure many of us have been accused of it at some point: "Veganism is for rich people. I can't afford that food. But that's not veganism—that's marketing." Listen to today's episode by Mary Clifford Brewer at Main Street Vegan Academy
#vegan #plantbased #plantbasedbriefing #veganism #elitist #accessible #universalmeals
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Why You Should Always Have Soba Noodles in Your Pantry
Hot or cold, lightly dressed or swimming in a savory broth or sauce, the thin, tan strands of soba noodles are a great option for fast weeknight meals. Learn everything you need to know about the beloved Japanese noodles, including the secret to perfectly cooked noodles every time. Written by Mary Margaret Chappell at ForksOverKnives.
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How Much Vitamin B12 Do We Need Each Day?
How are the recommended daily and weekly doses of vitamin B12 derived? And how much fortified food or supplements do we need to take?
Listen to today's episode written by Dr. Michael Greger at @NutritionFacts.org
#vegan #plantbased #Plantbasednutrition #b12
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Who's Really Behind TikTok's Nutrition Advice? Spoiler: It's Not Doctors
A recent report reveals how fake nutrition experts on social media are putting millions of people at risk. Listen to today's episode written by Charlotte Pointing at VegNews.com
#vegan #plantbased #plantbasedbriefing #plantbaseddiet #tiktoknutrition #tiktokdoctor #misinformation #superspreaderinfluencer
Vegan Pride: Pride is a Political Act
"While researching vegan demographics, I noticed something surprising: a meaningful number of people who never consume animal products—but refuse to call themselves vegan. I call them "closet vegans."
Hear more in today's episode written by Vasile Stanescu at Substack.com/@winforanimals
#vegan #plantbased #plantbasedbriefing #veganism #vegans...
5 Things You Never Learned About Pavlov's Experiments
Who was "Pavlov's dog?" What is a "Pavlovian" response? Pavlov's experiments with dogs supposedly taught us about classical conditioning.
Listen to today's episode from PETA.org @official.peta
#vegan #plantbased #plantbasedbriefing #pavlov #pavlovsdog #vivise...
Soul Food That's Good for the Soul
The best of soul food's origins are tied to the plant-centric West African diet. And that's soul food that's good for the soul!
Listen to today's 7-min episode by Dr. Michael Greger at @NutritionFacts.org
#vegan #plantbased #Plantbasednutrition #veganpodcast #plantbasedpodcast #plantbasedbriefing #nutritionfacts #wfpb #soulfood #blackvegan #vegan...
Veganism 2025, Elvis 1964
"Losing popularity doesn't necessarily mean losing power, influence, or legacy. That's important to remember for vegans in the mid-2020s who are feeling like Elvis in the mid-1960s. We used to be the cool kids." Listen to today's episode by Jeffrey Spitz Cohan at Main Street Vegan Academy
#vegan #plantbased #plantbasedbriefing #veganmovement #maha #misinformation
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