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  • From Aerospace to Plant-Based Prosperity: Katherine Lawrence's Entrepreneurial Flight
    Jul 14 2025

    🌿 Welcome to another episode of the Plant Based On Fire pod!

    Today, Katherine Lawrence, founder of the Food Save Me Institute, shares her incredible journey from aerospace engineer to globally recognized nutritionist, detailing how she built a successful business by empowering others to teach plant-based nutrition and address everyday health concerns through innovative, business-focused class curriculums.


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    • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/food-saved-me-institute/


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    31 min
  • Building a Brand Around Flavor: The Power of Content Creation & Community ft. Priya Lakshminarayan
    Jan 6 2025

    🌿 Welcome to another episode of the Plant Based On Fire pod!


    🌱👩‍🍳 Today, Bryan speaks with Priya Lakshminarayan, founder of Cookilicious, a vibrant vegetarian and vegan food blog.

    🍴✍🏻 Priya shares her inspiring journey from home cook to successful entrepreneur. They delve into the challenges and rewards of building a food blog, the power of authentic Indian cuisine, and the importance of creating content that resonates with your audience.

    🗣️📈 Priya also offers valuable advice for aspiring food bloggers and shares her insights on navigating the ever-evolving digital landscape.


    🗣 In This Episode, We Cover:

    00:00 Introduction to Cookielicious and Priya's Journey

    03:11 The Evolution of Cookielicious: From Vegetarian to Vegan

    05:45 Content Strategy and Seasonal Recipe Planning

    08:50 Building a Community and Engaging with Readers

    12:03 Navigating the Changing Landscape of Food Blogging

    14:57 Tips for Aspiring Food Bloggers

    18:07 The Appeal of Vegan Cuisine and Recipe Testing

    20:57 Future Plans for Cookielicious and Upcoming Cookbooks


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    • Website: https://cookilicious.com/
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    • Pinterest: @cookiliciousveg


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    28 min
  • The Power of Community: Crafting a Global Vegan Movement ft. Helene Greenberg
    Dec 2 2024

    🌿 Welcome to another episode of the Plant Based On Fire pod!

    🌱💼 In this episode of Plant Based On Fire, Bryan speaks with Helene Greenberg, a dynamic entrepreneur and passionate advocate for veganism, sustainability, and global cultural connection.

    🌿🤝 Helene shares her journey into veganism, her passion for creating spaces that inspire people to embrace plant-based living, and the importance of building supportive communities.

    ✨🚀 Through her ventures, Helene demonstrates how personal values can align with professional success, offering valuable insights for anyone looking to lead a more intentional, purpose-driven life.


    🗣 In This Episode, We Cover:

    00:00 Introduction to VegFest Expos and Helene's Journey

    03:02 The Evolution of Triangle VegFest

    05:53 Building Community and Supporting Vendors

    09:09 The Role of Technology in Festival Management

    11:55 Reaching Out to Non-Vegan Audiences

    14:58 Memorable Moments and Community Impact

    17:59 Balancing Education and Entertainment at Festivals

    21:11 Finding Vendors and Building Relationships

    23:57 Advice for Aspiring Festival Organizers

    27:02 Upcoming Events and How to Get Involved


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    • Website: vegfestexpos.com
    • Facebook: @vegfestexpos
    • Instagram: @vegfestexpos
    • YouTube: @vegfestexpos
    • TikTok: @trianglevegfest


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    35 min
  • World Vegan Travel: Elevating plant-based Adventures Worldwide ft. Brighde Reed
    Nov 4 2024

    🌿 Welcome to another episode of the Plant Based On Fire pod!

    🌱🌍 Today, Bryan interviews Brighde Reed, co-founder of World Vegan Travel. Brighde shares her journey of transforming traditional travel into vegan-friendly, luxurious, and culturally immersive experiences.

    ✈️💚 From Thailand to Japan, her company meticulously curates each trip to offer vegan travelers a seamless, compassionate adventure.

    💬💼 Listeners gain insights into the challenges and triumphs of creating ethical tours, the importance of personalized planning, and how World Vegan Travel empowers vegans to explore the globe sustainably.


    🗣 In This Episode, We Cover:

    00:00 Introduction to World Vegan Travel

    05:39 The Journey to Vegan Travel

    10:55 Creating Unique Vegan Experiences

    17:34 Navigating the Travel Industry and AI

    21:12 Future Plans for World Vegan Travel

    23:43 Advice for Aspiring Plant-Based Entrepreneurs

    31:15 Engaging with the Vegan Community


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    • Website: https://worldvegantravel.com/
    • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/worldvegantravel
    • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/worldvegantravel/
    • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbD9lX2V7-cQogVfBlSMe8A
    • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brighdereed/?originalSubdomain=ca


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    37 min
  • Turning Recipes into a Movement: Veganism, Creativity, and Resilience ft. Nava Atlas
    Oct 28 2024

    🌿 Welcome to another episode of the Plant Based On Fire pod!

    🌱🌍 Bryan interviews Nava Atlas, celebrated vegan cookbook author and founder of The Vegan Atlas.

    🎨📚 Nava reflects on her journey from a graphic designer to a leading advocate of plant-based living. She shares the challenges and rewards of self-publishing, discusses the intersection of art and veganism, and offers advice on building a meaningful plant-based business.

    🧠✍🏻 Nava’s insights into content creation, entrepreneurship, and leading with food provide valuable lessons


    🗣 In This Episode, We Cover:

    00:00 Introduction to Plant-Based Living

    01:57 Nava's Journey into Veganism

    04:36 The Evolution of Vegan Cookbooks

    07:11 Creating Content and Learning from Mistakes

    10:35 Balancing Simplicity and Complexity in Recipes

    12:52 Vegan Cooking and Sustainability

    15:27 Transitioning to Plant-Based Diets

    17:49 Advice for Aspiring Plant-Based Entrepreneurs

    21:40 Combining Plant-Based Work with Social Justice

    25:51 Advice for Entrepreneurs in the Plant-Based Secto


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    • Website: https://theveganatlas.com/
    • Website: https://www.literaryladiesguide.com/


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    32 min
  • Vegan Fitness Myths Busted: Inside Bold Body Fitness ft. Amanda and Zachary
    Oct 21 2024

    🌿 Welcome to another episode of the Plant Based On Fire pod!

    🌱🏋️ Today, Bryan interviews Amanda and Zachary, co-founders of Bold Body Fitness. Together, they discuss their fitness journeys, the challenges of building a plant-based business, and the myths surrounding vegan athletes.

    💼💪 Amanda and Zachary share how their online coaching business empowers vegans to reach their fitness goals, offering customized workouts, nutrition coaching, and continuous accountability.

    ✨🤝 They also dive into the importance of community, consistency, and overcoming the motivation trap, proving that with the right mindset, anyone can thrive on a vegan diet.


    🗣 In This Episode, We Cover:

    00:00 Introduction to Bold Body Fitness

    03:12 Starting the Business and Embracing Veganism

    05:05 Nutrition Program and Vegan Athletes

    09:04 Strategies for Growing the Business

    12:03 In-Person vs. Online Coaching

    16:48 Success Stories and Vegan Athletes

    19:54 Motivation and Setting Goals

    22:54 Fostering Community and Connection

    25:04 Future Plans for Bold Body Fitness

    27:54 Advice for Starting a Fitness Business

    31:03 Favorite Exercises and Vegan Dishes


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    • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/boldbodyfitnessllc?igsh=Z3h5bXA4ejNsNHBj&utm_source=qr


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    31 min
  • Crowdfunding, Community, and Compassion: Amplifying Vegan Businesses ft. V. Lynn Hawkins
    Oct 14 2024

    🌿 Welcome to another episode of the Plant Based On Fire pod!

    🌱📣 Bryan interviews V. Lynn Hawkins, co-founder of Vegan Visibility Productions. V. Lynn shares her journey from being a fitness instructor and commercial real estate lending professional to becoming a champion for vegan and plant-based entrepreneurs.

    💼📈 She emphasizes the importance of business mission alignment, the role of crowdfunding in business growth, and the value of creating lasting impact through social entrepreneurship.

    🌍🤝 Through her business development and digital marketing expertise, V. Lynn helps entrepreneurs increase visibility, get heard, and make a more significant impact in the vegan world.

    🗣 In This Episode, We Cover:

    00:00 Introduction and Background

    11:32 Transition to a Plant-Based Lifestyle

    16:21 Investing in Yourself and Participating in Supportive Communities

    26:53 Aligning Your Business Mission with Your Values

    32:25 Amplifying the Voices of Plant-Based Entrepreneurs

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    • Website: https://veganvisibilityproductions.com/
    • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/v.lynn.hawkins
    • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@veganvisibilityproductions
    • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p3academy/

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    40 min
  • Melanin, Heritage, and Healing: The Story Behind Pholk Beauty ft. Niambi Cacchioli
    Oct 7 2024

    🌿 Welcome to another episode of the Plant Based On Fire pod!

    🌱🌸 Bryan interviews Niambi Cacchioli, founder of Pholk Beauty, a skincare brand that merges her heritage, her love for botanicals, and her mission to support Afro-Appalachian farmers.

    🌿🎨 As a historian of global Black culture, esthetician, and 5th-generation cultivator, Niambi has created a brand that repurposes superfoods for skincare, all while addressing the under-researched importance of melanin in wellness.

    🚀💼 From her upbringing in Kentucky to her time in London and Paris, Niambi shares her personal journey of building a plant-based skincare brand rooted in sustainability, community, and ancestral wisdom.


    🗣 In This Episode, We Cover:

    00:00 Creating Folk Beauty: A Journey Rooted in Black Culture and Natural Ingredients

    03:00 Reclaiming Melanin: The Wellness Superhero in Skincare

    05:49 Men's Skincare: Addressing Ingrown Hairs and Prioritizing Skin Health

    10:37 A Holistic Approach to Skincare: Going Beyond Suppression

    15:26 Sustainability in Skincare: Sourcing Ingredients and Promoting Cultural Roots

    20:13 Addressing Shaving Challenges for Men with Coily Hair

    22:31 Sourcing Ingredients Sustainably from African and Afro-Appalachian Farmers

    25:11 Promoting Cooperative Farming and Inclusive Skincare Formulations

    28:51 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs in the Plant-Based Beauty Industry


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    42 min