SoFlo Vegans Podcast brings you discussions with vegan experts from around the globe. Topics include health, the environment, animal advocacy, and spreading compassion. Sean Russell is the founder and host of SoFlo Vegans, an organization created to help make South Florida a global hotspot for veganism. He is joined by his co-host and SoFlo Vegans media coordinator, Alba the Veg Nurse. Podcasts are released weekly in 12 episode seasons.
Listen to experts in the world of veganism as well as questions and answers about going and staying vegan on our bi-weekly podcast.
In this podcast, Sean Russell speaks with Sherri Johnson and Paige Parsons Roache from Plant Based In the Burbs Podcast about their vegan origin story, how they met, Unchained TV, and advice for people on their vegan journey.SoFlo Vegans
In this podcast, Sean Russell speaks with Sarina Farb as she shares her vegan origin story and talks about the vegan van tour, vegan climate march, and other topics useful for anyone on their vegan journey.SoFlo Vegans
In this podcast, Sean Russell speaks with Dr. Sailesh Rao about Dr. Sailesh Rao’s Vegan Origin Story, their work on climate change, Asia and the global south, and steps to support community initiatives. Dr. Sailesh Rao is the Founder and Executive Director of Climate Healers, a non-profit dedicated to healing the Earth’s climate. He is a systems en…
In this podcast, Sean Russell speaks with Sandra Nomoto about her vegan origin story, vegan marketing, content writing, public relations, TikTok, and making a social impact. While earning her degree in English Literature, Sandra Nomoto published poetry in literary journals and film reviews online. At twenty-five, she founded Conscious Public Relati…
In this podcast, Sean Russell speaks with Tabay Atkins, sharing his journey as the youngest certified yoga instructor in the United States, running a food truck, being a Nike athlete, and becoming a Reiki Master.SoFlo Vegans
Dr. Lakshman (Lucky) Mulpuri is the Chief Executive of PlantsNourish and developed and implemented the first-ever mandatory plant-based medical curriculum. His work has been featured in VegNews, Forks Over Knives, and numerous newspapers and television stations. As a community activist and a doctor, he is a strong proponent of the benefits whole-fo…
Brighde Reed is one of the first creators of a vegan travel podcast and has dedicated her career to helping people organize trips through a vegan lens and speaking on a variety of topics within the vegan community.SoFlo Vegans
“We all strive to live our best life and feel our best” Desiree Neilsen is a registered dietitian and author of Good for your Gut. She is motivated to try and encourage people to learn and understand how to cook healthy food options and manage a more beneficial diet. Please Enjoy!SoFlo Vegans
Jenny Stojkovic is the founder of Vegan Women Summit and the author of the future of food is female, she has dedicated her career to helping and inspiring others to live better and transform their lives in the future through her experiences and knowledge.SoFlo Vegans
Tim James is the owner of Chemical Free Body, where his goal is to help people properly manage their diet with detox nutritional products and health coaching. This has become a successful company that encourages people to eat right to feel better and live better. Please Enjoy!SoFlo Vegans
Dr. Will Bulsiewicz is a nutritionist and best-selling author that has grown his vegan journey through writing. This passion has allowed him to provide tools to help balance your health, leading him to create Fiber Fueled and the Fiber fueled cookbook.SoFlo Vegans
Chef Robyn, the corporate chef of Future Foods (PAOW), has been inspired throughout her vegan journey to create a new plant-based culinary expansion. Locally produced her goal is to bring exquisite vegan plates with the most beneficial resources.SoFlo Vegans
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Alex Lenghel: Massive Vegan and Making the Ethical Choice
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Alex Lenghel is a vegan chef and athlete and has dedicated his life to giving everything towards the movement, and developing the best vegan lifestyle. Being able to share vegan recipes and influence the community through his cooking is one of his biggest goals and has motivated him to pursue a professional career.…
Star Simmons is the founder of V Kind an evolving platform that promotes vegan businesses. With the help of her co founders, they have brought on over 3,400 vegan businesses and services that built the successful platform. Throughout her vegan journey she has been able to engage the community and also influence change within the environment. Thank …
Midge Raymond is a co-founder of Ashland Creek Press, it was founded back in2011 focusing on the need and impacts of environmental literature. They appeal to published writers that address the awareness on topics such as animal protection, and environmental sustainability. Their goal is to highlight these issues in order to encourage and influence …
Dani Taylor, the co-owner of Vegan Proteins and full-time coach, has led the charge in the growth of the vegan community, by implementing her knowledge as well as her experience on how to maintain healthy diets in the vegan and fitness community. For the past 20 years, the growth in her journey and being a successful fitness coaching expert, has al…
Giacomo Marchese is an online vegan athlete coach and co-founder of VeganProteins.com and the nonprofit organization PlantBuilt. In this episode, Giacomo speaks with host Sean Russell to share his vegan and fitness journey, dispels some myths about nutrition, as well as tips and hacks for maintaining your motivation. Thank you for listening! **** I…
Chef Nicole Derseweh is our guest on the season 7 finale of the SoFlo Vegans Podcast. Nicole shares her vegan origin story, information about feeding the houseless community through the Martha Project, and life in Los Angles, California. Chef Nicole Derseweh is a best-selling cookbook author, a world-class vegan chef with culinary training at Le Co…
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Vegan Fitness Redefined - Establishing a Healthy Mindset
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Ana and Gabriel Zhanay share tips on establishing healthy routines, practices, and mindsets to step into the best version of yourself, all while living a vegan lifestyle.SoFlo Vegans
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Mark Winstein: Founder of Vegan Launch
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Mark Winstein is the founder of Vegan Launch, a business community dedicated to designing and financing companies that serve the environment, human health, and social equity while helping expand compassion for all beings.SoFlo Vegans
Evie Kevish is a Certified Juice Therapist and badass mom dedicated to helping women feel healthy and confident. Through education and coaching on the power of juice and an active lifestyle, my people learn how to heal themselves, 1 fresh-pressed juice at a time.SoFlo Vegans
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Ella Magers: Sexy Fit Vegan
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Ella Magers joins host Sean Russell to share her vegan origin story and talks about her fitness journey, activism, and more.SoFlo Vegans
Chris Tucker from Betta with Butta and The Great American Bake Off joins host Sean Russell on the SoFlo Vegans Podcast.SoFlo Vegans
Cool Beans co-founder, and CEO, Tyler Mayoras joins host Sean Russell to talk about the rapid growth of plant-based food businesses, the importance of fiber and shares his vegan origin story.SoFlo Vegans
Joe Montes is a Mexican American vegan chef trained under some of the world's best chefs including Matthew Kenny and Miguel Bautista. He is quickly rising to prominence in the vegan Mexican food scene in LA. He currently serves as a consultant to non-vegan restaurants looking to offer plant-based options.…
Our guests today are Mikel-Claire and Trey from the Snooty Vegans. They joined us to talk about their transition to the vegan lifestyle as an African American couple over the age of 40. As our music spotlight, we feature KRS-One's classic, BEEF.SoFlo Vegans
Maggie Ortlieb joins host Sean Russell on the SoFlo Vegans Podcast. In this episode, Maggie shares her vegan origin story, tips on growing a media company, how Oprah played a role in her journey, and of course, we talk about the role of compassion in the vegan movement. Also in this episode, we feature a vegan song by Dead Prez that you don't want …
Chef Emily Hersh joins host Sean Russell on the SoFlo Vegans Podcast. In this episode, they talk about Emily's plant-based journey, experience on the show, present plans and so much more. This episode also features a special musical feature that you have to discover for yourself.SoFlo Vegans
Vegan Chef Josie Clemens is the first guest on our new season and the first vegan contestant on Hell's Kitchen. We interviewed her about her vegan origin story, experience on the show, and have a powerful conversation about compassion and being an advocate for the animals. This episode also features a song by The New Vegan and Dr. Dolla.…
The No-Meat Athlete Matt Frazier joins host Sean Russell to discuss his new book, his vegan origin story, what attracted him to running, and so much more.SoFlo Vegans
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Phillip Nicozisis: The Traveling Vegan
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Phillip Nicozisis, The Traveling Vegan, is our guest as he speaks with host Sean Russell about his many travels, the link between disease and lifestyle, and step into controversial terrain as Phil shares his thoughts on being a conservative in a community dominated by liberals, and his views on the pandemic.…
Our guest is Naomi Hallum, the CEO of Million Dollar Vegan. They are a nonprofit organization that produces impressive campaigns designed to press major leaders to take action. This includes campaigns for both the Pope and a former president. In this episode, we learn all about their organization, how to communicate effectively as an activist, and …
Adam Mikkelsen, co-founder of The Raging Pig Company joins host Sean Russell to talk about their vegan bacon seasoning. We also feature a spotlight with Pink Donuts and More located in Oakland Park, Florida.SoFlo Vegans
Join host Sean Russell with Aylam Orian, founder, and president of Our Planet. Theirs too (IG). In this episode, Aylam talks about their vision and mission of changing human beings' inherent relationship to animals. How they open human beings' eyes to their unconscious biased and oppressive attitudes towards animals, and to the idea that animals ha…
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Dr. Michael Klaper - Moving Medicine Forward
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Dr. Michael Klaper updates us on the current status of the Plant-Based Physicians movement, as well as discusses some common questions that come up as people move along their vegan journey. Later in the podcast, we feature one of our new local partners, The Krazy Vegan.SoFlo Vegans
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Robert Cheeke - The Plant Based Athlete
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In this episode, we are excited to bring you our conversation with Robert Cheeke. He is considered by many to be The Godfather of vegan bodybuilding in addition to being a serial entrepreneur, compassionate vegan, and author of several books including his latest The Plant Based Athlete.SoFlo Vegans
Jordi Casatamajana joins host Sean Russell and guest host Laura Gomez to talk about his new book Ethical Vegan: A Personal and Political Journey to Change the World. We also discuss his landmark court case that made ethical veganism a protected belief in the United Kingdom. Also tune into a brand new Spotlight featuring Dina from Dina’s Vegan Deli …
Nelson Campbell, founder and CEO of Plant Pure joins host Sean Russell on this episode of the SoFlo Vegans Podcast. In this podcast, we talk about his many organizations including his documentary Plant Pure Nation, Plant Pure Communities, and a few other projects that you get to check out. We also talk about what it was like growing up having Dr. T…
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Tips for Communicating with Family Friends While Being Vegan
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Victoria Moran (Mainstreet Vegan), Renee King-Sonen (Rowdy Girl Sanctuary) and Susan Hargreaves (Animal Hero Kids) join host Sean Russell to discuss communicating with family and friends after going vegan. Also in this episode, we feature a clip from Hodo Foods founder, Minh Tsai. This clip is to celebrate the contributions of the Asian-American co…
Sonia Terboss, the founder and owner SpaJuicebar, and a breast cancer survivor that used juicing as a way to help heal and transform her life. SoFlo Vegans had a chance to sit down at their Fort Lauderdale location in the heart of Las Olas. In this episode we learn about the healing power of plants, how age is nothing but a number and explore the p…
Welcome to the season premiere of the SoFlo Vegans Podcast. On this episode we are excited to have Elysabeth Alfano as our guest. Elysabeth is an award-winning media personality, business woman, investor and culinary artist. She is the founder of Plant-powered communications where she is connected to everyone in The Who’s Who of the vegan world and…
Welcome to a special edition of the SoFlo Vegans podcast. I’m your host and founder of SoFlo Vegans, Sean Russell. Today we are putting a spotlight on Black Excellence within the vegan community. We are spotlighting three former podcast guests by sharing their vegan origin stories. These guests include Dominick Thompson, Torre Washington, and Bad A…
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Evan Bane and Ryz from The Wake Up Experience join host Sean Russell on the SoFlo Vegans Podcast. The Wake Up Experience is a Hip Hop group that produced a groundbreaking music video featuring a collection of prominent vegan activists from around the globe. In this episode, the duo talks about their background in the music industry, their motives f…
Ellen Kanner, the Soulful Vegan, joins Sean Russell on the SoFlo Vegans podcast. We talk about the importance of storytelling, various organizations supporting the vegan movement, how to help others adopt a plant-based diet, and other topics. Also featured in the episode is a clip from our conversation with Torre Washington from Season 2.…
Evan Lutz is the founder of Hungry Harvest, and he joins Sean Russell on the SoFlo Vegans Podcast to discuss their service, giving back to the community, and challenges as an entrepreneur scaling a business to service locations across the country.SoFlo Vegans
Dr. Scott Harrington from VeganPrimaryCare.com joins the SoFlo Vegans Podcast with host Sean Russell. In this episode, we discuss the growing popularity of telemedicine, Dr. Harrington's military background, essential nutrients all vegans should have in their system, Hashimoto's disease, and other important topics addressing your overall health.…
Welcome to a brand new episode of the SoFlo Vegans Podcast. You’re going to notice a bit of a difference in this episode. In addition to having a featured guest at the end of each podcast, expect to hear news segments covering topics important to the vegan community at large. You do not need to live in South Florida to get value from our show. It’s…
Grey joins host Sean Russell for a conversation about veganism, Hip Hop, and parenting. Show notes and past episodes can be found on soflovegeans.com/podcast.SoFlo Vegans
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Ingrid Newkirk: Remarkable Discoveries about Animals and Revolutionary New Ways to Show Them Compassion
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Ingrid Newkirk joins the SoFlo Vegans Podcast to discuss her new book, Animalkind: Remarkable Discoveries about Animals and Revolutionary New Ways to Show Them Compassion. This is her second appearance on the podcasts where host Sean Russell talks to Ingrid Newkirk about her vegan origin story, activism during the pandemic and other topics surround…
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Chris Burnam of House of Chick’n
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Chris Burnam from House of Chick’n joins us to talk about his path to veganism, being a blegan, entrepreneur, and other topics focusing more on compassion. This episode is sponsored by Hungry Harvest and we thank them for their belief and support in our mission.SoFlo Vegans