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
'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.
#veg...
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
Is Taurine Safe in Vegan Cat Food?
Taurine is one of the most important nutrients in a cat's diet - and also one of the most misunderstood. Learn more in today's episode written by Vecado.com
#vegan #plantbased #plantbasedbriefing #catfood #vegancatfood #veganpetfood #taurine
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[Part 1] 8 "Advances" of Animal Agriculture That Backfired
Hear about 4 more "advances" of animal agriculture that backfired. Written by Jordi Casamitjama at VeganFTA.com
#vegan #plantbased #plantbasedbriefing #farmer #farming #animalfarming #animalagriculture
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[Part 1] 8 "Advances" of Animal Agriculture That Backfired
"The animal agriculture industry has been reinventing itself over the centuries, but some of the "advances" it created through its research and innovation side eventually backfired." Learn more by listening to today's episode written by Jordi Casamitjama at VeganFTA.com
#vegan #plantbased #plantbasedbriefing #farmer #farming #animalfar...
[Part 2] Dear Farmer
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[Part 1] Dear Farmer
"I respect you as a person, I know your worth as an entrepreneur, and I understand your value within humanity. This is why I am certain that you will understand the meaning of this open letter I address to you, and to all other farmers of the world." Part one of two. Listen to today's episode written by Jordi Casamitjama at VeganFTA.com
#vegan #plantbased #plantbasedbrief...
The Cooking Hack That Makes Stainless Steel Pans Work Like Nonstick
Stainless steel pans can become naturally nonstick—no oil needed—when properly preheated. Learn how in today's episode written by Mary Margaret Chappell at ForksOverKnives.
#vegan #plantbased #plantbasedbriefing #stainlesssteelpan #nonstickpan #oilfreecooking #cookinghack
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Are the Pollutant Levels in Fish High Enough to Be Harmful?
The tolerable daily toxin safety limits are based on single chemicals. What if "safe" levels of chemicals in seafood are combined and tested together? Listen to today's episode written by Dr. Michael Greger at @NutritionFacts.org
#vegan #plantbased #plantbasedbriefing #fish #fishing #seafood #toxins #environmentaltoxins #toxicbioaccum...
Are Environmental Toxins Lower in Wild-Caught or Farmed Fish?
The adverse effects of industrial pollutants in seafood may counteract the benefits of nutrients in fish. Listen to today's episode written by Dr. Michael Greger at @NutritionFacts.org
#vegan #plantbased #plantbasedbriefing #fish #fishing #seafood #toxins #environmentaltoxins #toxicbioaccumulation
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The EAT–Lancet Commission 2025: Health, Sustainability, and Justice
The updated EAT–Lancet Commission on Healthy, Sustainable, and Just Food Systems, published in 2025, marks a significant evolution in our understanding of how food connects health, the environment, and social justice. Learn more in today's episode, written by Dr. Shireen Kassam at Plant Based Health Professionals UK
#vegan #pl...
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