Ximena Diaz VelazquezMar 917 min readCasey Sullivan, a veteran environmental science teacher, shares the decade-long journey of scaling Two River Mushrooms from a local organic farm into a national award-winning functional broth brand.
Ximena Diaz VelazquezFeb 2334 min readFounder of Mavi Fitness and author Maxime Sigouin reveals his "Forever Fit" blueprint for mastering body recomposition, debunking the myth that men over 40 need animal protein to build elite muscle and achieve peak longevity.
Bryan DennstedtFeb 99 min readThe key to better nutrition lies in managing total energy or calorie intake, consuming sufficient protein and fiber-rich foods, and minimizing ultra-processed products. This approach, combined with understanding your eating habits and adjusting one element at a time can lead to lasting health improvements.
Bryan DennstedtFeb 48 min readIndividuals often assume food choices are personal, but food systems prioritize manufacturer, retailer, and regulatory incentives over consumer health. Implement practical strategies, like label scrutiny and strategic shopping, to regain control over personal dietary decisions.
KlauseFeb 42 min readMany people are curious about plant-based living but feel overwhelmed by the idea of “doing it right.” In a thoughtful episode of The Glen Merzer Show , author Glen Merzer sits down with classical pianist, educator, and author Joanne Kong to remind us that going vegan does not require perfection, just compassion and curiosity. Joanne is the co-author of Vegan Made Easy , a practical guide designed for people exploring plant-based eating at their own pace. She explains that most of us were...
KlauseFeb 42 min readFor years, many of us believed that replacing animal products with plant-based versions would be the key to transforming the food system. But in a recent episode of The Glen Merzer Show , bestselling author Glen Merzer sits down with vegan pioneer Miyoko Schinner to explore why that strategy may have reached its limits. Miyoko, founder of the iconic plant-based cheese brand Miyoko’s Creamery, opens up about her very public and painful departure from the company she built. While the story...
KlauseJan 232 min readFor many people, health feels like a moving target—new diets, extreme workouts, and unrealistic timelines that rarely stick. In a recent episode of The Glen Merzer Show , Glen sits down with Maxime Sigouin , founder of Mavy Wellness , to explain why lasting health isn’t about hacks or labels—it’s about consistency, mindset, and meeting people where they are gms-maxime-sigouin. Maxime’s journey is anything but linear. He grew up on a farm in Quebec, became a competitive bodybuilder,...
KlauseJan 212 min readIn a world increasingly leaning towards health-conscious choices, the Thrive Alive Fest stands out as a unique gathering of like-minded individuals celebrating a vegan lifestyle. In this episode of The Glen Merzer Show, Glen and Sarina Farb, a lifelong vegan, discusses the festival's remarkable experiences, workshops, and speakers that aim to inspire both seasoned vegans and curious newcomers alike. The Thrive Alive Fest Experience The Thrive Alive Fest, hosted by Sarina Farb, was a five-day...
Ximena Diaz VelazquezJan 624 min readIn the world of plant-based business, the line between heart-led advocacy and corporate strategy often blurs. For Cheryl Moss , a veteran of the banking and finance industry, this intersection is where the most significant impact happens. As the host of the Better Life for Animals podcast and a mission-driven children’s author, Cheryl is leveraging her two decades of financial expertise to solve one of the biggest challenges in the vegan space: sustainability . In our latest episode of the...
Ximena Diaz VelazquezDec 12, 202560 min readVegan activist Gary Yourofsky reveals the brutal truth behind our food, defining speciesism as the ultimate injustice and challenging notions of masculinity. Learn his uncompromising approach and the single most powerful action you can take to dismantle animal agriculture.
Ximena Diaz VelazquezDec 1, 202520 min readIn the dynamic world of vegan entrepreneurship , true success often hinges on an unwavering commitment to a mission and the mastery of a specific niche. In the latest episode of the Plant Based on Fire podcast , host Bryan sat down with Karine Lang , a 20-year vegan, serial entrepreneur, and the visionary founder of Lang Signature Travel and Fine Veg Love . Her story offers a powerful blueprint for plant-based business owners seeking to maximize profit and impact within the industry. The...
Ximena Diaz VelazquezOct 16, 202533 min readStop Fearing Change: True Masculinity is Found in Courage and Compassion The journey to a plant-based life for men is often less about physical strength and more about mental toughness. Despite undeniable proof that a plant-powered diet fuels peak performance (from ultra-marathoners to world-class bodybuilders) a deep-seated social conditioning persists, wrongly linking masculinity to meat consumption. This psychological barrier is the real challenge. On a recent episode of the Real Men Eat...
