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Ever wondered about roads and wildlife? Yes? No? Well, either way we'll get you all caught up on this topic. On this episode, Jen and Sweta talk about Ben Goldfarb's book Crossings, a book all about road ecology. Links: Crossings book: https://www.bengoldfarb.com/crossings Experts warn road salt piles could harm waterways, drinking water - https://globalnews.ca/news/11728569/warn-road-salt-piles-harm-waterways-drinking-water/ Credits: Cohosts: Jen and Sweta Editing: Sweta Social Media: Jen Theme Music: Matt Judge

On this episode, we’re talking with vegan veterinarian Dr. Nicole Howe! We chat about what it’s like to pursue a career in veterinary medicine as a vegan, including some of the ethical challenges and difficult situations that can arise during veterinary training and in practice. Join us as we explore life as a vegan veterinarian and the realities of navigating the field while staying true to one’s values! Links: Yves Veggie Cuisine Returns to Canadian Grocery Shelves Under Maple Leaf Foods (Vegcomonist): https://vegconomist.com/company-news/yves-veggie-cuisine-returns-canadian-grocery-shelves-under-maple-leaf-foods/ Planted Plant-based Cuisine - in person cooking classes by Michael Abramson: https://www.plantedplantbasedcuisine.com/ Small Changes, Big Impact - A Food and Futures tests by VegTO: https://www.veg.ca/veg-to-fest Credits: Cohosts: Jen and Barbi Guest: Dr. Nicole Howe Editing: Sweta Social Media: Jen Theme Music: Matt Judge

Fibremaxxing is the latest trend in the wellness space, but before you rush out to buy psyllium husk in bulk, listen to this episode! Desiree Nielsen is a registered dietitian and self confessed fibre nerd. She joins Barbi and Jeanette to talk all things fibre - what it is, what it does, how to incorporate it into your diet - all through evidence based, practical, plant-based advice. Links:Desiree Nielsen (https://desireerd.com/) Better Batter Cookie Co. (https://betterbattercookieco.com/) The New Gold Standard Documentary Screening (https://thebeaglealliance.org/documentary-film-canadian-inaugural-premier-screening/) Four Course Dinner Fundraiser at Iris Toronto (https://www.instagram.com/p/Dc9Bi8ByUfw/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&stkn=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== ) Desiree Nielsen Hosts: Barbi and Jeanette Summary and Editing: Jeanette Social Media: Jen Theme song: Matt Judge

The first episode of Veg Out aired in 2006, so today all five of us are recording together to remember what life was even like as a vegan in the GTA 20 years ago. We reminisce about the excitement over vegan pizza (without any cheese!), raw food, activism, our favourite restaurants that are no more, and thankfully some that are still around! Links: Pilot Episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/pilot-episode/id1661444569?i=1000712317101Vegan Vegan Night Market: https://www.theveganmarket.ca/toronto Peterborough Veg Fest: https://ptbovegfest.ca/ Avo Organic Kitchen: https://avoorganickitchen.com/ Plant Curious: https://www.thisisplantcurious.com/toronto-homeCredits: Hosts: Barbi, Jeanette, Jen, Steve and Sweta Editing: Jeanette Summary: Barbi Social Media: Jen Theme: Matt Judge

The carb fest continues! We've talked about potatoes and pasta, and now we are learning how to bake delicious, crusty and flavourful vegan bread at home! Jeanette's culinary cousin Hannah comes on the podcast to share her tried and true tips for baking bread. Links: VegTO Sunset Social with Sau Bake (https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/vegtos-sunset-social-with-sau-bake-tickets-1993344721722?aff=ebdssbdestsearch) Upcycling Fashion Show(https://www.eventbrite.com/e/upcycling-fashion-show-tickets-1994596809751?aff=ebdssbdestsearch) Vegetarians of High Park Dinner at Lettuce Love, Friday September 4th from 6-8 pm. RSVP to [email protected] by Monday, September 1st. Bread Recipes: Nigella Lawson's Essential White Loaf note: can use vegan butter or olive oil in place of dairy butter (https://chileanflavor.blogspot.com/2009/06/essential-white-loaf.html) Nora Cooks Vegan Focaccia (https://www.noracooks.com/vegan-focaccia/) Mary's Test Kitchen Fluffy Flax Hamburger Buns (https://www.marystestkitchen.com/easy-vegan-hamburger-buns-no-special-ingredients-needed/)It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken Bread Recipes (https://itdoesnttastelikechicken.com/category/recipes/lunches-dinners/bread-recipes/)

Dumplings, sauces, spices, oh my! There are so many flavourful, affordable and unique vegan products or accidentally vegan products waiting for you at the dozens of East Asian grocery stores around the GTA. Sweta, Steve and Jeanette share some of their picks, plus our top stores. Links: Toronto Baking Group Muffin Meet Up https://tinyurl.com/57cnsptz VegTO Summer Events https://www.veg.ca/ Credits: Hosts: Jeanette, Sweta and Steve Editor and Summary: Jeanette Social Media: Jen Theme: Matt Judge

Are all of your colleagues vegan, or may zero of them are? Either way, we're talking about it! Listen as Jen and Sweta chat about being vegan in supportive and non-supportive workplaces. Credits: Cohosts: Jen and Sweta Editing: Sweta Social Media: Jen Theme Music: Matt Judge

If you're looking for the most incredible gelato, you have to head to La Dolce Vita! Once you step inside the store in Downtown Oakville, you'll face a wall of so many flavours, you won't know where to start. On this episode, we're joined by owners Chris and Mia, who share with us how La Dolce Vita got started and what inspired them to make delectable gelato without animal products. We also chat about how they come up with their wide variety of flavours and the other amazing goodies they offer on their menu. Have a listen and find out more about these sweet treats you need this summer! Links: La Dolce Vita: Website, Facebook and Instagram The Vegan Night Market Vegan Paint, Sip and Snack Burlington VegFest Credits: Guests: Chris and Mia Cohosts: Barbi and Jen Editing: Sweta Social Media: Jen Theme Music: Matt Judge

On this episode, Barbi and guest host Bernie talk to John Shep about his mission Outrun the Darkness, where he completed a 142.2K Ultra-Double Marathon, as well as his training leading up to it which involved some very tasty treats. Links: Outrun the Darkness (https://www.instagram.com/outrunthedarkness/ )Burlington Veg Fest (https://www.burlingtonvegfest.com/) Credits: Hosts: Barbie and Bernie Guest: John Shep Summary: Barbi Editor: Jeanette Social Media: Jen Theme: Matt Judge

There are nine rhesus macaques that are currently being tested on at a primate medical lab at York University. These macaques are being subjected to cranial implants, restraint collars, social isolation, and water deprivation. Last Chance for Animals exposed the harm taking place at this lab with undercover footage taken by a whistleblower. To discuss the findings of the investigation, as well as what the public can do to help, Jeanette is joined by three animal rights activists, Peter Athenaios, Vikki Lenola and Jenny McQueen, who are working on the campaign to close down the lab and release these monkeys. Event Links: Vegan Night Market (https://www.theveganmarket.ca/toronto) Toronto Vegan Drinks at Chic Peas (https://www.meetup.com/torontovegan/events/314650855) Episode Links: Last Chance For Animals (https://stopyorkprimateresearch.com/) Investigative Journalism Bureau Article (https://ijb.utoronto.ca/news/at-york-universitys-primate-lab-allegations-of-bruises-bloody-wounds-and-escapes/) Animal Alliance of Canada Call to Action (https://www.animalalliance.ca/campaigns/end-primate-research-in-ontario/) Animal Rights Toronto Event Calendar (https://animalrightstoronto.com/events/)Next Protest at York Facebook Event (https://www.facebook.com/events/1485345559520090/) Credits: Hosting, editing, summary: Jeanette Social media: Jen Theme: Matt Judge

What are the little things that you can add to your daily routine to promote veganism? Jen and Jeanette bring you some ideas to help you on your activism journey! Links: Sustainalicious (on until Jun 14) https://tocwchallenge.zestyplan.com/challenge/TorontoClimateWeek/sustainaliciousThe Vegan Night Market (Jun 18) https://www.theveganmarket.ca/The Vegan Baking Group Presents Pride Colours (Jun 11) https://www.facebook.com/events/27013945054923063/Credits: Hosts: Jen and Jeanette Summary and editing: Jeanette Social media: Jen Theme: Matt Judge

On this episode, Barbi and Jen are talking about all things breakfast! Join us as we explore our favourite vegan savoury and sweet breakfast foods, beverages, recipes, and brunch places! Links: Climate Week Kickoff Happy Hour (June 1) https://luma.com/dek0g57s  Toronto Animal Rights March (May 24) https://animalrightstoronto.com/event/toronto-animal-rights-march-2026/  National Animal Rights Day (June 7): https://animalrightstoronto.com/event/nard-16-toronto-national-animal-rights-day/  Credits:  Cohosts: Barbi and Jen Editing: Jeanette Summary: Jen Social Media: Jen Theme Music: Matt Judge

Food Empowerment Project (FEP) works to create a more just and sustainable world by recognizing the power of one’s food choices. Join us as we talk to Kennedy Little from the FEP to discuss who they are, their values and how they operate. Links: Food Empowerment Project: https://foodispower.org/ Credits: Hosts: Jen and Sweta Editing: Sweta Social Media: Jen Theme: Matt Judge

Wanna learn about alternate protein? So do we! That's why Barbi and Sweta went to the 2026 Canadian Alt Protein Symposium. Listen as they chat with Jeanette about what they learned and experienced. Links: Canadian Alt Protein Symposium https://www.altproteins.ca/ Credits: Hosts: Jeanette, Barbi and Sweta Summary: Sweta Editing: Sweta Social Media: Jen Theme: Matt Judge

In this episode, Sweta, Jeanette, and Steve dive into some recent vegan news, from the disappointing discontinuation of vegan Lindt products to some of the strangest protein products on the market. We also debunk the bivale vegan movement, discuss fur bans on red carpets, and play a lively game of FMK - leafy greens edition. Links: Chic Peas pop up VegStock Market Credits: Hosts: Jeanette, Sweta and Steve Summary: Jeanette Editing: Jeanette Social Media: Jen Theme: Matt Judge