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Switch4Good323 - What Are the Signs of Burnout? How Chronic Stress Hijacks Your Hormones, Energy & Career"Burnout is why I left. I just started talking myself out of it, that we shouldn’t do it anymore. I just kind of ignored those feelings. It’s strange to fall out of love with something that you’ve done every single moment of every single day for a very long time. Maybe it’ll be too sooner than later, right? But right now, that is going to keep it fresh. I want to keep this feeling." -Dotsie Bausch “I’m talking about how important B complex vitamins are for stress, and yet I’m at home, in my hot...2025-04-0950 minSwitch4Good321 - The Pros and Cons of Cold Plunges & Antibiotics Plus Tips for Healthy Living with Alexandra & Jason"I have wondered if heart attacks could be an issue because it is a shock to the body when you walk into a cold shower. I don’t know. When you did those plunges, did you sort of slowly go in, or did you go in all at once because it’s easier that way?" -Alexandra Paul "No. I go all in, all at once. For me, if I do the gradual process—where I’m just dipping a toe in, literally just dipping a toe in—the feedback that my mind will give me is: ‘Danger, danger, dang...2025-03-191h 06Switch4Good318 - Debunking Paleo, Tips to Stay Lean, a Cancer Fighting Supplement and Nighttime Eating with Alexandra & JasonIn this episode, Alexandra and Jason dive into the surprising role plants played in human evolution, challenging common Paleo diet myths. They share expert-backed strategies for staying lean long-term, including how to feel more satisfied with meals, and make time for exercise. Plus, Jason reveals his go-to superfood beverage and favorite breakfast recipes. The duo also answers your burning questions—exploring the potential health benefits of amla (Indian gooseberry) as a cancer-fighting supplement and whether late-night eating poses real risks. Don’t miss this packed episode full of science-based insights and practical tips! Podcast sponsor: Vedge...2025-02-261h 08Switch4Good315 - Acidic Foods & Inflammation, Eating for your Hormones, Toxic Air Protection and Vegan Breast Milk with Alexandra & JasonToday’s episode tackles big health questions and real-life challenges. Can breastfeeding vegans provide all the essential nutrients for their babies? A groundbreaking study from Amsterdam has the answer—and it may surprise you. Plus, can you rewire your microbiome to reverse lactose intolerance? If so, should you? And Jason shares firsthand what it’s like living with Los Angeles' post-wildfire air—spoiler: the real danger isn’t just in the smoke. From nutrition myths to hidden environmental threats, we’re cutting through the noise with facts that matter. Don’t miss this eye-opening conversation! Podcast sponsor...2025-02-0550 min
Vegan's AlmanacFebrurary 03, 2025Feed the Birds Day; Birthday of Isa Chandra Moskowitz; The first episode of the Switch4Good Podcast; Publication of Okapi Loves His Zebra Pants, by Terri Tatchell and illustrated by Ivan Sulima; Miracles, by Walt Whitman.If you know of a notable vegan date we should include on The Vegan’s Almanac, please email us at vegansalmanac@gmail.com.2025-02-0306 minSwitch4Good313 - Muscle Building, Calcium Sources, Dairy Mythbusting, and More with Dotsie, Alexandra & JasonIn this episode, we’re kicking off an exciting chapter—shaking things up with a fresh format and welcoming our new cohost: celebrity chef, author, and culinary innovator Jason Wrobel! Alongside the expert guests and transformative insights to help you thrive, we’re bringing you streamlined episodes packed with essential tips, myth-busting, cutting-edge research, and answers to your most pressing questions. It’s all designed to energize, inform, and inspire you. Join us as we introduce Jason and dive into this bold new era together! Podcast sponsors: - Vedge Vegan Collagen: vedgenutrition.com – use code S4G for 30...2024-12-1858 minSwitch4Good309 - Dogs Demystified with Ethologist Dr. Marc BekoffWhat if animals think and feel in ways we’ve yet to grasp? In this episode, we delve into this fascinating question with Dr. Marc Bekoff. Dr. Bekoff is a pioneering ethologist and professor emeritus of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at the University of Colorado, Boulder. Renowned for his groundbreaking work on animal emotions, rewilding, and ethics, he has collaborated with figures like Jane Goodall to challenge our perceptions of nature and published numerous books and essays, the latest of which include A Dog's World: Imagining the Lives of Dogs in a World Without Humans, Dogs Demystified: An A-to-Z Guide to...2024-11-201h 11Switch4Good293 - The Woman Who Started a Revolution: 75-year-old PETA founder Ingrid NewkirkIn 1980, Ingrid Newkirk co-founded People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA), revolutionizing the animal rights movement. As PETA's president, she has led the organization to become the world's largest animal rights group, known for its groundbreaking campaigns and significant societal changes. Under her leadership, PETA has conducted undercover investigations, organized high-profile protests, and engaged in corporate negotiations and legislative efforts, saving countless animals’ lives. Ingrid returns to our show to discuss her legacy, the challenges she’s faced, the victories she’s achieved, and her vision for the future. We’ll explore how her tireless...2024-07-311h 00Switch4Good291 - Be a Nutritarian and Never Diet Again with Dr. Joel FuhrmanWhen dieting doesn’t work, it’s time to stop dabbling in healthy eating. Dr. Joel Fuhrman is a highly respected physician who has made his mark by focusing on nutrition. He is the founder of the Nutritarian Diet, which is based on whole, plant-based foods that have been scientifically shown to reduce cancer risk and extend longevity. In his seven bestselling books, you won’t find “cheat days” or “moderation,” and he explains why in this riveting episode. Fuhrman educates us on the fundamentals of health, nutrition, and disease prevention with a fiery energy that is instantly motivating. 2024-07-171h 03Switch4Good285 - How to Be an Impactful Vegan with Bodybuilder and Author Robert CheekeIn this episode, we are joined by Robert Cheeke, the trailblazing "godfather of vegan bodybuilding," New York Times bestselling author, and advocate for compassionate living. With his infectious enthusiasm and dedication, Robert discusses his altruism and his new book, "The Impactful Vegan," which provides practical advice for anyone aiming to make the most impact on behalf of animals and the planet. “Yes, there's a diversity of approaches that are good to help reduce animal suffering, but some are just quantifiably more effective than others. And if we can put our time and energy into those tha...2024-06-051h 10
Sideline Sisters25 - Dotsie Bausch talks about cycling her way to emotional and physical greatnessDotsie Bausch is an Olympic silver medalist, activist, speaker, and nonprofit founder. After recovering from a life-threatening eating disorder, she found her love and talent for cycling, which led to a 14-year professional career concluding with a silver medal at the 2012 Olympics. She stars in the 2018 film “The Game Changers,” is featured in the Netflix documentary “Personal Gold,” and gave a TEDx Talk. She currently serves as the Executive Director of Switch4Good, a health and performance focused nonprofit that encourages all to Live Better. Do More. Dairy-Free.Dotsie's Notes from the Sidelines:
Our bodies will regrow, regenera...2024-06-0554 minSwitch4Good284 - Are Your Clothes Killing You? With Fashion Designer Lydia WendtIn a world where petrochemicals and other toxins pervade our clothing and impact our health, we’re thrilled to welcome Lydia Wendt, the visionary Founder and Design Director of California Cloth Foundry, to the show. Throughout her remarkable career, Lydia has worked with iconic designers and brands like Tom Ford, Calvin Klein, and Jones New York. A true pioneer in regenerative fashion, she launched CCF in 2014 to revolutionize the fashion industry through eco-friendly and ethical practices. Tune in to hear about Lydia’s inspiring journey, her innovative approaches to creating sustainable clothing, and practical tips to protect yourself and your...2024-05-291h 15Switch4Good282 - Can Regenerative Farming Save Us? with Cattle Rancher Thomas LockeToday, we delve into the transformative power of regenerative agriculture! Our guest, Thomas Locke, shares his inspiring journey from a corporate desk job to transforming his family farm in Windom, Texas, into an ecological health and biodiversity model. Discover how he's revolutionizing our food system through regenerative practices. Featured in the Netflix series, "You Are What You Eat: A Twin Experiment," Locke is on a mission to change consumer mindsets around food sourcing and equip the next wave of farmers with the knowledge and tools to embrace sustainable practices. Tune in for an uplifting conversation on regenerative farming and...2024-05-1553 minSwitch4Good281 - The Rock Hard Penis - Drugs Vs Diet with Dr. Aaron SpitzOur guest today is an expert on all things related to the penis and male reproductive medicine. Although many folks are uncomfortable talking about issues related to the penis, Dr. Arron Spitz normalizes important conversations around it and sexual health. He specializes in male fertility and is a board-certified urologist who has a broad practice that includes nutrition-sensitive intervention. He’s outspoken about common problems like erectile dysfunction and delivers important information to us on today’s show that breaks down some of the age-old penis myths. You may have seen him in The Gamechangers with Do...2024-05-081h 04Switch4Good279 - Dealing with Digestive Issues with Nutritionist & Cookbook Author Desiree NielsenIf you’ve ever wondered how to make nutritious food taste amazing or what foods boost your health by supporting your gut microbiome, then you’re going to love today’s episode! Our guest is Desiree Nielsen, a plant-based recipe developer, podcaster, author, and registered dietitian with a focus on plant-based nutrition and gut health. In her new book, "Plant Magic: A Celebration of Plant-Based Cooking for Everyone," Desiree offers a wonderful collection of creative recipes that make incorporating more plants into your diet easy, convenient, and delicious. If you're a returnin...2024-04-241h 03
Plant Based BriefingTaking Down Dairy is Key to Planetary HealthTaking Down Dairy is Key to Planetary Health by Sailesh Rao at ClimateHealers.org Original post: https://climatehealers.org/blog/taking-down-dairy-is-key-to-planetary-health/ Related Episodes: 693: Changing Your Diet Is Empowering For Planetary Health from Switch4Good.org 592: Dairy Cows Are Suffering From the Very Climate Crisis Factory Farming Helped Create by Nicole Axworthy at VegNews.com 511: Which Nondairy Milk Is Best for the Environment? The Answer Might Surprise You by Lisa Elaine Held at ForksOverKnives.com 307: The Twisted History of Milk in America by Switch4Goo...2024-04-1507 minSwitch4Good277 - Fight MS & Disordered Eating with a Plant-Based Diet! with Dr. Rachael HunterIn this episode, we welcome Dr. Rachael Hunter, a distinguished clinical psychologist and senior lecturer in psychology at Swansea University. Dr. Hunter joins us to delve into her groundbreaking research on "Plant-based Recovery from Restrictive Eating Disorders." Drawing from her wealth of experience working closely with individuals grappling with eating disorders, Dr. Hunter offers valuable insights into the transformative potential of plant-based diets in promoting recovery. Throughout our conversation, Dr. Hunter shares her deeply personal journey, including her courageous battle against Multiple Sclerosis. We explore the intricate connections between nutrition and mental health, gaining valuable i...2024-04-1057 minSwitch4Good273 - Your Gut Microbiome with Dr. Robynne ChutkanEver wonder why some people who get exposed to colds or the flu get really ill while others experience mild symptoms or don’t get sick at all? Fortunately, today’s guest is here to provide answers to this mystery. An authority on the microbiome, Dr. Robynne Chutkan, is here to tell us all about the remarkable flora residing in our intestines and how feeding it the right foods can promote health, prevent disease, and even help us with our weight. Dr. Chutkan is a board-certified gastroenterologist at Georgetown Hospital, founder of the Digestive Center for Wellness, and author of t...2024-03-131h 03
Alcohol-Free LifestyleThe Transformative Power Of Living Without Alcohol - James Swanwick & Switch4Good Podcast Podcast host James Swanwick is interviewed on the Switch4Good Podcast. As we navigate the nuances of wellness and health, James sheds light on the transformative power of living without alcohol. He shares personal anecdotes, the science behind the benefits, and the broader impact on one's mental, emotional, and physical well-being. This isn't just about abstaining from alcohol; it's about embracing a holistic approach to health, making informed choices, and truly understanding the ripple effect it has on all facets of life. Join us as we delve into this enlightening conversation and explore a movement that's reshaping perspectives worldwide.2024-03-131h 15
The Plant Fueled PodcastFuel: Vegan Olympian, Dotsie Bausch | from anorexia to the Olympic podium, plant-based diets for athletes, and convincing the world to ditch dairySend us a textThis conversation is with Dotsie Bausch. Dotsie is known for her prolific professional cycling career that produced a medal at the 2012 London Olympic Games, eight U.S. national championships, two Pan American gold medals and a world record, now she speaks passionately around the world, spreading her message about the numerous benefits – humane, nutritional and environmental – of plant-based eating. Following her professional cycling career, she founded the non-profit Switch4Good. Switch4Good, an evidence-based nonprofit disrupting the disinformation Big Dairy feeds the public, works with health experts, athletes, social justice warriors, enlightened policymakers, and...2024-03-1256 minSwitch4Good272 - Animal Ag is Killing Us with Climate Scientist Gerard Wedderburn-BisshopHumans are the dominant species on the planet, but we have lost sight of our connection to, and dependence on, an ecosystem that we have pushed dramatically out of balance and to the brink of collapse. Today’s guest, Gerard Wedderburn-Bisshop, is an Australian environmental scientist, and he is passionate about highlighting the influence of our food systems on climate change. Gerard is currently the executive director of the World Preservation Foundation, but for three decades, he monitored vegetation cover and deforestation as the principal scientist with Queensland Government Natural Resources. He’s also appeared in the...2024-03-061h 00Switch4Good271 - Should You Care About Farmed Animals? with Lewis BollardAround the world, there are tens of billions of non-human animals trapped in the barbaric system of industrial animal agriculture. And unfortunately, that number is increasing. It’s a severe problem, not just for the suffering animals, but for human health and the health of our planet. Fortunately, there are people dedicating their lives to tackling this issue. And today, we’re joined by one of these remarkable individuals. Lewis Bollard is a dedicated animal advocate making meaningful change on a global scale. He is the Farm Animal Welfare Director at Open Ph...2024-02-2848 min
Plant Based Briefing720: Is Bulletproof Coffee Good For Your Health? The Hoax Is Up from Switch4Good.orgIs Bulletproof Coffee Good For Your Health? The Hoax Is Up from Switch4Good.org Original post: https://switch4good.org/is-bulletproof-coffee-healthy/ Switch4Good is an evidence-based nonprofit dedicated to rattling accepted norms around dairy and health. They’re working to abolish the current system of dietary racial oppression, and promoting solutions for climate change. They have a fantastic podcast hosted by Olympic medalist Dotsie Bausch and Baywatch actress/health coach Alexandra Paul - they'll inspire and educate you to start living better and feeling better. How to support the pod...2024-01-2608 minSwitch4GoodFLASHBACK FRIDAY - Weight Loss Success Story with Alishea BassonOur guest today is living proof that anyone can change their life. Alishea Basson was a mom of four and creeping into dangerous territory in regard to her health by the time she was 30 years old. Severely overweight and plagued with seizures and high blood pressure, Alishea decided she couldn’t live with her emotional eating self any longer. She educated herself on how to eat healthfully and exercise, eventually adopting a whole food, plant-based diet. While her family didn’t support this choice, Alishea stuck with it. Now 125 pounds lighter and full of energy, Alish...2024-01-1954 min
Plant Based BriefingSwitch4Good Pushes Forward With The Add Soy ActSwitch4Good Pushes Forward With The Add Soy Act by Jordi Casamitjana at UnchainedTV.com Original Post: https://unchainedtv.com/2023/12/14/switch4good-pushes-forward-with-add-soy-act UnchainedTV is a non-profit media organization focusing on animal rights, the plant-based, cruelty-free lifestyle, climate change, food justice, health, and associated issues like human world hunger and workers’ rights. They profile vegan activists and celebrities and reports on animal rights news, issues, and events, bringing the world crucial information ignored by advertiser-based mainstream media. It was founded by Jane Velez-Mitchell, nationally known TV journalist and best-selling author. For six years she...2024-01-0207 minSwitch4Good262 - How Kraft Could Kill Veganism with Entrepreneur Michael SchwarzGrowing up in South Africa to a family of activists and witnessing the devastating effects of apartheid, today’s guest, Michael Schwarz, had his moral compass set to true north at an early age. Driven by a profound sense of justice and a desire to combat the deleterious effects dairy has on our planet, he decided to step away from a 25-year career as an intellectual property lawyer and change the food industry by launching Treeline cheese – an independent vegan cheese company. Michael also appeared in episode 76, where we learned all about hi...2023-12-271h 06Switch4GoodFLASHBACK FRIDAY - Beating Food Addiction with Chuck CarrollYou don’t get to be 400 pounds overnight. You also don’t completely reverse your diet and become a plant-based expert overnight. Chuck Carroll has experienced both of these extremes, and today he joins us as a health and nutrition advocate and host of the Exam Room podcast. This is for everyone who has an addictive behavior—when moderation simply does not work. Whether it’s an addiction to Taco Bell—like Chuck—or to alcohol or heroine, it’s Chuck’s belief that you can’t cure it, but you can overcome it. His story is powerful, and despite its extrem...2023-12-221h 07
F*ck Your Comfort Zone with Margie HaberAlexandra PaulEP. 53 Alexandra PaulActress | Activist | Co-host of Switch4Good Podcast There are so many layers to Alexandra Paul and Margie hits all of them on this podcast. Firstly, her acting career. What was it like to star on the iconic TV series, “Baywatch” for five years, as well as her 100 movies and other TV shows? [Margie's wife is obsessed with Alexandra's Lifetime movies!] They discuss Alexandra’s dedication as an athlete and how that helped her find the discipline she needed to be a working actress. Next, they explore Alexandra’s journey into becoming a vegan, which...2023-12-0754 minSwitch4Good259 - Dotsie & Alexandra Get Real on Health, Love, Books, Sex, & MoreEver wonder what an Olympian does every day to stay fit, or how an actress with a storied career navigated Hollywood? In today’s fun and insightful episode, Dotsie and Alexandra decided to interview each other for a change, and open up like never before, tackling everything from their successful marriages to health struggles, from activism to surviving the holidays with family. Nothing is off limits as this dynamic duo shares their personal stories, triumphs, and regrets, with something for everyone to take away from in this very special, must-listen episode! “You were a bike messe...2023-12-061h 15
Main Street VeganAn Olympian, an Actress, and Animal Rights with Dotsie Bausch and Alexandra PaulSilver Medal-winning cyclist Dotsie Bausch and Baywatch star Alexandra Paul get serious about animal protection in this moving episode dedicated to Wayne Hsuing, convicted in early November for animal rescue. Dotsie with her Olympic Level Compassion message focused primarily on giving dairy products the boot. Alexandra participates in open rescue and was acquitted earlier this year after rescuing a chicken from a slaughterhouse. Together, they host the Switch4Good Podcast. And we talk about fueling your power-body and looking amazing at 50 and 60 -- it won't be what you expect. Dotsie and Alexandra's podcast: Switch4GoodDotsie's website: https://switch4good.orgDotsie's IG...2023-11-3057 minSwitch4Good258 - How to find your ‘Why Power’ with Dr. Brooke GoldnerDr. Goldner was resigned to living out her life in the clutches of lupus—she expected to become disabled by her forties, deal with chronic pain, and never have children. Her perspective changed after meeting her husband and attempting to get trim for a Maui honeymoon. She shocked herself by healing her disease simply by eating a high-raw, whole-food, plant-based diet. For Goldner—and the hundreds of seriously ill patients she has treated since then—it really is that simple. Food can heal. This episode is for anyone who struggles (or knows someone who is struggli...2023-11-291h 00Switch4GoodFLASHBACK FRIDAY - Cruelty Free Shopping with Kim PaschenHow do you know if a product is cruelty-free if you can’t trust the label? According to Kim Paschen—Program Manager for Leaping Bunny—there is no regulated definition for cruelty-free. That means companies who use this label are not held accountable and may very well include ingredients that have been tested on animals. When it comes to compassionate cosmetics that are truly animal-free, things get complicated, but that’s where Leaping Bunny comes in. The certification organization upholds companies to rigorous standards to ensure every last ingredient is free from animal testing. Kim walks us through all the nuan...2023-11-1757 minSwitch4Good256 - Changing Hearts & Minds About Eating Animals with Dr. Faraz HarsiniBorn and raised in a country where being true to himself is a crime punishable by death, our guest today, Dr. Faraz Harsini, is familiar with oppression and brutality. Dr. Harsini is a senior scientist at the Good Food Institute, where he works to bring the world sustainable, cruelty-free protein. He is also the CEO and founder of ASAP, which stands for Allied Scholars for Animal Protection. It’s a nonprofit that supports student advocates and future vegan leaders to abolish cruelty to humans and nonhumans. Tune in to hear how this highly accomplished scientist, activist, and out...2023-11-151h 12Switch4Good255 - Meatless Meat and Dairy-Free Milk with Food Tech Whiz Dr. David WelchThough we live in a time when lots of alternative proteins are available to consumers, industrial animal agriculture continues to thrive and wreak havoc on the environment through deforestation, biodiversity loss, water pollution, and greenhouse gas emissions. Fortunately, brilliant minds are working hard to find solutions to these pressing issues, and our guest today is one of them. David Welch, Ph.D., is a plant biologist, running coach, and the Chief Scientific Officer and Co-founder of Synthesis Capital – a global food technology and alternative protein investor aiming to transform our food system and remove animals from the equation. 2023-11-081h 04
SANUSPLANET PodcastEpisode 75 - From Plant-Based Athlete to Olympic Medalist | Dotsie BauschDid you ever watch the movie "The Game Changers"? Well, if not, now is the time! For our next podcast episode Maggy interviews the amazing plant based athlete and founder of the NGO Switch4Good - Dotsie Bausch. Dotsie is seen in the documentary as the cycling athlete, who switched to a plant based diet while training for the Olympic Games in 2012. She made it to the olympic podium as the oldest athlete in history, a remarkable feat powered by her plant-based diet. Now retired from competition, she pours her passion into compassionate missions to change and save li...2023-11-0843 minSwitch4Good253 - The Science on the Lost Art of Breathing with NYT Bestselling Author James NestorThere’s a good chance you could be breathing wrong. While it may seem simplistic—yes, everyone can breathe—how we breathe plays a vital role in our health and our happiness. Reporter James Nestor—author of the best-selling new book, Breathe—sat down to chat with us about the power of breath. You don’t have to commit to meditation or a regimented breathing practice; all it takes is consistent breath in everyday life. Listen in to learn how to breathe better and improve your health in ways you never thought possible. “We are n...2023-10-251h 04Switch4GoodFLASHBACK FRIDAY - Dr. Neal Barnard Can Help You Get Your Body In BalanceDr. Neal Barnard is back! Repeat guest (Episode 22), new information. We probe him for the groundbreaking and life-altering information included in his new book Your Body in Balance. It’s all about managing your hormones through plant-based nutrition because, it turns out, our hormones affect our health way more than we ever imagined. Man, woman, adult, or child, this information is applicable to everyone. Listen in to start your journey to better health and to simply feel good again in your body. What we discuss in this episode: - Dr. Barnard’s latest book, Your...2023-10-201h 03Switch4Good251 - Undercover With Investigator “Pete Paxton”Our guest today is an undercover animal investigator, and in today’s show, he reveals the unthinkable. From his decades-long undercover work in the companion animal and factory farms businesses, Pete Paxton educates us on the horrendous and bizarre abuse that gets passed off as “just another day on the job” in these industries. Our commerce-driven society has conditioned us to believe that if we don’t directly kill animals (as in the cases of pets, milk, and eggs), we’re not harming them. This mentality is seriously flawed. Listen in for a heavy dose of reality, and learn...2023-10-111h 07Switch4GoodFLASHBACK FRIDAY - Breath with New York Times Bestselling author James NestorThere’s a good chance you could be breathing wrong. While it may seem simplistic—yes, everyone can breathe—how we breathe plays a vital role in our health and our happiness. Reporter James Nestor—author of the best-selling new book, Breathe—sat down to chat with us about the power of breath. You don’t have to commit to meditation or a regimented breathing practice; all it takes is consistent breath in everyday life. Listen in to learn how to breathe better and improve your health in ways you never thought possible. What we discuss in this episod...2023-09-221h 04Switch4GoodFLASHBACK FRIDAY - Break Free from Food Addiction with Dr. Susan Peirce ThompsonToday we are excited to welcome Susan Peirce Thompson, Ph.D., back to the show again. For those who need a refresher, Susan is an expert in the psychology of eating and has shared so much with us about the science behind food addiction and addiction in general. Susan is an Adjunct Associate Professor of Brain and Cognitive Sciences at the University of Rochester, the President of the Institute for Sustainable Weight Loss, and the CEO of Bright Line Eating Solutions. On top of that, Susan is a successful published author. We learned about her first book B...2023-08-181h 10Switch4Good243 - Skin Sobering: Throw Out Your Lotions & Potions with Dr. Erin TjamDr. Erin Tjam is a health scientist and professor, and she’s here with us today to give us some tough love about what we’ve been doing to our body’s largest organ – our skin. In her new book, Skin Sobering: 99% of Products Age and Harm Your Skin, Dr. Tjam and co-writer Dr. Ryuichi Utsugi break down why we’ve been mistreating our skin by relying on skincare products, how we’ve been deceived by the billion-dollar beauty industry, and what we can do to stop the damage we’re doing. Skin sobering is a natural and unique approach to ke...2023-08-161h 08Switch4Good240 - Hollywood, Politics, Ethics & Animals - How They Converge with Roger WolfsonFrom writing speeches for sitting Senators and Presidential candidates to acting as Vice President of Channel One News to writing the teleplay that earned Kyra Sedgwick her first Emmy nomination, today’s guest, writer, and activist Roger Wolfson, has been in the room where it happens, achieving remarkable success in the fields of news, politics, and entertainment. Roger was also Commissioner of Animal Services for the city of Los Angeles, where he fought to establish and maintain Los Angeles as a no-kill city and implement a plant-based diet for all shelter dogs. Tune in to this...2023-07-261h 09Switch4GoodFLASHBACK FRIDAY - How to Get a Good Gut with Dietitian Desiree NielsenOur guest today, Desiree Nielsen, is a registered plant-based dietitian and national bestselling author. Her practice focus is chronic digestive and inflammatory diseases, and she helps her clients heal with plant-based approaches that lead to optimal health. You may have already heard of Desiree through The Allsorts Podcast, one of her books, or one of her articles in USA Today or Mind Body Great. She now has her third book out, Good for Your Gut, which we get to discuss in this episode. It is both a cookbook and a great guide to learn more about how t...2023-07-211h 02Switch4Good239 - Gen Z Will Not Be Hoodwinked by Got Milk with Marielle WilliamsonIn April of 2023, today’s guest, Marielle Williamson, planned to hold an event for fellow students at Eagle Rock High School to promote the benefits of plant milks and highlight the consequences of dairy milk consumption and production. However, the school’s administration informed her she could only promote the benefits of plant milks if she did so for dairy milk, too, citing a federal law stating any information that could directly or indirectly restrict the sale or marketing of cow’s milk on school campuses is prohibited. So, on May 2nd of this year, a lawsuit was filed agains...2023-07-1946 minSwitch4Good238 - The Bodybuilding Vegan Doc, Dr. Harriet DavisDoes your doctor live by example? Our guest today is a doctor who certainly walks her talk and then some. Dr. Harriet Davis is an expert on what it takes to change the human body’s composition. Not only is she a Board-Certified family medicine and sports medicine physician, but at the age of 40, she applied her fitness and plant-based nutrition mastery and launched another career competing as a professional bikini athlete. She earned her International Fitness and Bodybuilding Federation pro card in 2014 and graced stages throughout the United States, thus showing the world, and her patients, what’s poss...2023-07-121h 11Switch4Good237 - Protein! Plants! Power! with Brenda Davis and Vesanto MelinaIf you are vegan or vegetarian, at some point, someone, somewhere, has probably asked you how you get enough protein. It’s a common misconception that a plant-based diet is deficient in protein. However, in their new book, Plant-Powered Protein: Nutrition Essentials and Dietary Guidelines for All Ages, our guests today, dietitians Brenda Davis and Vesanto Melina, debunk the myth that you can’t get quality protein without eating animals. The book provides an abundance of evidence for why plant protein is, in fact, the superior choice. This is their 7th book together and their 20th in total, many of t...2023-07-051h 11Switch4GoodFLASHBACK FRIDAY - Listen to Your Gut & Learn to Poop with Dr. Will BulsiewiczOur guest today, Will Bulsiewicz, also known as Dr. B, is a gastroenterologist who is also the author of the books Fiber Fueled and The Fiber Fueled Cookbook. He lost more than 45 pounds when he switched to a plant-based diet and now has his own patients take control of their health and reverse their own digestive problems by following his fiber-fueled prescriptions. We first talked to Dr. B in 2020 when he was about to release his first book Fiber Fueled: The Plant-Based Gut Health Program for Losing Weight, Restoring Your Health, and Optimizing Your Microbiome. During our...2023-06-1658 min
Our Hen House: Vegan & Animal Rights Movement | Stories from the Frontlines of Animal LiberationThe Foster Farms Rescue and Trial, w/ Alexandra Paul and Alicia Santurio In September of 2021, Alicia Santurio and Baywatch actor Alexandra Paul rescued Jax and Ethan, two gravely ill chickens, from a transport truck heading for a slaughterhouse owned by Foster Farms. The activists faced misdemeanor charges for petty theft, and this March, they stood before a 12-person jury as part of a nine-day trial, previously unheard of for such charges. Alexandra and Alicia join us to discuss the rescue and how they ultimately chose to take the case to trial despite being offered five different plea deals. They describe the importance of shining light on the c...2023-04-221h 05
Unruly Podcast | Exploring Travel, Activism & Alternative Culture#60 The Introverts Guide To Healing The Body & Changing The World With Dotise BauschIn this episode we sit down with the compassionate, competitive and charming Dotsie Bausch for a capacious conversation on all things body. We weave through topics of being an introvert and animal-lover all at once, disordered eating (and what the root of it really is), athleticism on an Olympian level, and simple movement as ritual.
Dotsie shares helpful tips on what we can say/do for our loved ones who are experiencing eating disorders, and answers gracefully a question that is commonly asked due to confusion and misconceptions: can veganism lead to an eating disorder?
- Dotsie's Super Hero song...2023-04-121h 01Switch4GoodFLASHBACK FRIDAY - From Pedaling Shell Oil to Co-Founding the Largest Plant-Based News Site in the World with Robbie LockieAs human beings, we are addicted to animal products, and it will take a lot of time to make a change. But today’s guest is a creator with a purpose and joins me this week to share their inspiring journey towards making lasting change. Robbie Lockie is a brave soul filled with grit, determination, and the desire to see real change happen. They are the co-founder of Plant-Based News, an outlet that provides free access to information on responsible consumerism, environmental activism, and plant-based food trends. After some health issues and a few profound experiences in their 20s, th...2023-03-311h 12
The Total Package PodcastFOOD/NUTRITIONALLY InstitutionalizedAse Family,
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This episode focuses on some the issues we face with regards to the Food we eat for Nutrition. What is known and understood is that this government DOES NOT care about ANYONE, particularly US.
Here are some link to start your own research on how the food we eat is really DESTRUCTIVE to Our existence. We have to stop consuming things that a...2023-03-101h 09Switch4GoodFLASHBACK FRIDAY - Rich Roll: Changing, Growing, ThrivingToday on the show we have the legendary athlete, podcast host, author, and all-around wonderful human being, Rich Roll. Rich is a father and husband, but most of you will recognize his grounding voice from his weekly masterclass in personal and professional development—the Rich Roll Podcast. From a promising Stanford swimmer to a desperate entertainment lawyer caught in the vicious cycle of alcohol abuse, Rich hit rock bottom and used the power of plants and endurance to catapult his life into one of abundance. Between completing the EPIC5 Challenge to writing his best-selling memoir, Finding Ultra, Rich has am...2023-02-171h 26
The Allsorts PodcastHow Plants Powered Dotsie Bausch to the Olympic PodiumI am so fascinated by athletes and have to admit, hold them up as something quite magical. Who are they? What motivates them? Where did they get their superpowers?
And that is why today’s conversation is such a treat. I am speaking with Olympic silver medal cyclist, Dotsie Bausch…who smashes all preconceived notions about who an athlete is and how they are made.
Dotsie is proof positive that change is possible. While other athletes might get their start when someone puts a golf club in their hand at the age of 3, or as part...2023-01-2457 minUnruly Podcast | Exploring Travel, Activism & Alternative Culture#59 Forget Being Nice, Be Kind Instead With Alexandra PaulIn this dynamic episode with Alexandra Paul, we traverse a few different (but interconnected) topics about the body and finding freedom. On the topic of animal rights, Alexandra tells us what "open rescue" is and why it is so important, encourages us to plan actions with others and feel invigorated, and tells us about her many arrests over the years.
On the topic of human bodies, she explains why she was in therapy from age 16 to 28 struggling with disordered eating, and what she's learned on her path to feeling more at peace with herself and food. Now she helps others...2022-12-301h 02
PLANTSTRONG PodcastPLANTSTRONG and Switch4Good Cross-Over - From Binge Eater To An Ultra-Runner With Ryan DuffThis week, we present a bonus episode from our friends at Switch4Good. If you’re not familiar with the work of Switch4Good, they are an evidence-based nonprofit, advocating passionately for a dairy-free world. For too long, society has accepted the distortion and misinformation Big Dairy feeds us. So Switch4Good exists to set the record straight, for the sake of human health, food justice, and the future of our planet. They work with health experts, athletes, social justice warriors, enlightened policy-makers, and progressive corporations to promote ethical lifestyles and widespread behavioral change related to how we eat....2022-12-061h 05Switch4Good202 - 30 Traveling Tips with World Vegan Travel founder Brighde ReedFrom the sultry jungles of Vietnam to the golden dunes of Morocco, to the enchanting café terraces of Paris, today’s intrepid guest has seen it all. And after years of personal and professional experience, World Vegan Travel cofounder, Brighde Reed, wants to share her vast knowledge with you. As a passionate vegan activist, chef, and travel enthusiast, Brighde and her partner, Sebastien, have created a travel company that takes vegans (and anyone curious about veganism) on these incredible tours, in specially selected locations around the world, all while having access to delicious vegan food and luxury accommodations. Additionally, the...2022-11-021h 09
I AM HUMAN230: Switch4Good – Rich Roll: Changing, Growing, Thriving (Veggie Doctor Radio)Exclusive Podcast Swap with Switch4Good Ad-free episode: https://plantscription.substack.com/subscribe I’ve finally found a delicious all-purpose sauce that you can keep in your pantry until it’s ready to use. And y’all it is so unique and scrumptious! It’s called Burny Wild’s Adventure Sauce and you have a good reason to grab yourself a bottle or two right now: My listeners get 20% off their first order of $20 or more AND free shipping! Just use the code DRYAMI: https://burnywilds.com Disclaimer...2022-10-231h 37Switch4Good200 - Social Justice & Why We Should Eat Plants with Dr. Milton MillsWe are so fortunate to have a guest who was with us when it all started. He was our very first guest on the Switch4Good podcast, so it’s only fitting that he should join us for our very special 200th episode. You will even see him on our Switch4Good staff page, that’s how closely we work with him. We’re so thrilled and truly honored to have with us, the esteemed Doctor and vegan activist, Dr. Milton Mills! For those of you who missed our first episode, Dr. Mills earned his medical degree from Stanford Univer...2022-10-191h 12Switch4Good198 - Your Hormones & Plant Power with Dr. Gemma Newman“In fact, there was a great study that showed that, in the long term, young children and adolescents who consumed minimally processed soy products had a lower breast cancer risk later on in life than those who did not consume soy products. And I thought that was a great thing to point out because this means that it’s actually healthy throughout the lifecycle, not just when you’re in those years around menopause, but even as children and adolescents it can help set you up for a healthier lifestyle.” - Dr. Gemma Newman Today we are really t...2022-10-051h 12Switch4Good196 - Find Your Inner Water Tiger with SriMu Founder Julie PiattJulie Piatt, a.k.a. “SriMati,” is a mystic, yogi, musician, artist, chef, author, and healer. She is also the mother of 4 children and finds the divine in all experiences in life, beautiful and challenging alike. Julie has created over 300 plant-based recipes for a series of bestselling cookbooks and is the author of the plant-based cheese bible, “This Cheese Is Nuts!”. She also co-authored the internationally acclaimed books “The Plantpower Way” and ``The Plantpower Way; Italia” with her husband, Rich Roll. Julie is known for her "NOT" cheese and created SriMu NOT Cheese to bring delicious plant...2022-09-211h 10
Planet Pulse PacificDotsie Bausch - Olympic Medallist And Founder of Switch4GoodDotsie Bausch is a plant-powered athlete, an Olympic medallist, renowned public speaker, podcast host and founder of the non-profit organisation Switch4Good. Her achievements are nothing short of phenomenal. After overcoming an eating disorder and cocaine addiction, her therapist suggested taking up an activity, which ultimately set Dotsie on the path to winning an Olympic silver medal – becoming the oldest athlete in her discipline to ever compete at the Olympics, let alone fuelled by plants!Following on from a successful cycling career Dotsie founded Switch4Good, after becoming increasingly frustrated by the dairy industry’s infiltration of Team...2022-09-1848 min