Ballots, Marathons and Jane Velez-Mitchell Unchained

Your weekly Vegan news from the Vegans Explore Guides: Chaka Khan opens Chaka's Plantbaed Café in Georgia, Next Level Veggie Grill joins the Directory, where to order your ThanksLiving feast, and our first Question of the Day: what are the essential nutrients a Vegan needs? Dr. Michael Klaper answers. Top stories with Kai Chaka Khan opens Chaka's Plantbaed Café in Serenbe, Georgia: VegNews, Vegconomist. Find the original Plantbaed Cafe in the Directory. What's new in the Directory with Liz More than a hundred new listings went live this week at vegansexplore.com/directory, including Next Level Veggie Grill in Pasadena, Los Angeles, Burbank and Long Beach. ThanksLiving is November 26: see holiday menus from Vegan kitchens in the free Holiday Guide, and tap Near me to see the closest first. Join free before January 1 and you're listed as a Founding Member for good. Question of the Day with Maya What are the essential nutrients a Vegan needs? Dr. Michael Klaper answers, from Vegans Explore Podcast 59: B12, iodine and vitamin D. Talk with your doctor before starting any supplement. Are you a plant-based physician? We're building a directory of plant-based doctors so people can find one in their city. Join free and add your practice under Health Professionals. From the community with Dani New York City offers free food for companion animals at 22 City-funded pantries: NYC Mayor's Office, dvm360 One more top story with Kai Cleansed, the new investigative documentary from Kip Andersen, co-creator of Cowspiracy, What the Health, Seaspiracy and Christspiracy, with co-director Ariana Victor, is crowdfunding through December 11: Back it on Kickstarter, cleansedfilm.com Start here: the Explorer Guide. Join before January 1, 2027 and you are a Founding Member for good.

Your weekly Vegan news from the Vegans Explore Guides: D.C. and Denver ban foie gras, London's Vegan Michelin-starred restaurant, Rich Roll's New York City Marathon at 60, and Jane Velez-Mitchell in her own words on how UnchainedTV began. Top stories with Kai Washington, D.C. and Denver vote to ban foie gras: Sentient Media Plates, England's only Vegan Michelin-starred restaurant: VegNews What's new in the Directory with Liz 120 new listings went live this week at vegansexplore.com/directory. This week's spotlight: UnchainedTV, the free Vegan streaming network founded by Jane Velez-Mitchell. Hear her full conversation with Sean on Vegans Explore Podcast 43. From the community with Dani Rich Roll finishes the New York City Marathon at 60: Plant Based News The Vegan Society of Aotearoa New Zealand names its first Vegan Impact Award winners: Vegconomist Around the world with Nori Burger King UK gives away 250,000 plant-based Royales for World Vegan Month: Plant Based News De Nieuwe Melkboer wins Compassion in World Farming's first Plant Based Leadership Award: Vegconomist Our Guides with Maya New here? Start with the Explorer Guide, a quick tour of everything you can do with Vegans Explore. Every Guide is at vegansexplore.com/guides. Start here: the Explorer Guide. Join before January 1, 2027 and you are a Founding Member for good.

The Vegans Explore Podcast is back, on World Vegan Day. Sean picks up the mic after the daily show's 140-day run ended in March and tells you what happened next: months of building, and a new Vegans Explore designed to make it so easy to be Vegan that people stay open to the animal rights side of it. From now on the show is weekly, every Sunday, with our Guides reporting the week's news, the Directory and what's happening around the world.In this episode0:00 Sean: back and ready for duty. The daily show, what he learned from posting every day, the coding rabbit hole, and the new Vegans Explore.9:45 Top stories with Kai: Miyoko's Creamery recalls some plant-based butter (and Miyoko Schinner asks the company to stop using her name), and Mondelēz sues Catherine's Originals over the shape of its chocolate bar.10:26 The Directory with Liz: nearly 1,500 new listings this month, rescues, sanctuaries and nonprofits in every chapter, new Groups and People sections, and why your vote is how a place gets found.11:14 Dani on the Huge Vegan Survey: more than 10,000 responses, aiming for 12,000.11:47 Around the world with Nori: Oxford's 100,000-person plant-based diet study, and World Vegan Month begins.12:17 A word from our Guides: the Airport Guide.12:45 Sean wraps it up.LinksTake the Huge Vegan Survey (anonymous, about 10 minutes): vegansexplore.com/go/huge-vegan-surveyGet your Passport, $11 one time with 1,100 points: vegansexplore.com/go/vep-144-passportVote for your favorite places in the Directory: vegansexplore.com/go/vep-144-directorySend us a hot tip from your city: vegansexplore.com/go/vep-144-tipThe Airport Guide, Fort Lauderdale free to try: vegansexplore.com/go/vep-airport-shownotesSources: VegNews and the FDA recall notice (Miyoko's Creamery); Plant Based News (Mondelēz and Catherine's Originals); UnchainedTV (the Huge Vegan Survey); the University of Oxford's Nuffield Department of Population Health (the plant-based diet study); The Vegan Society (World Vegan Day).New episodes every Sunday. Follow Vegans Explore on Instagram and TikTok, and explore every day at vegansexplore.com.

What if the story around animals isn’t just about challenges… but real progress?In this episode of the Vegans Explore Podcast, we break down 10 recent wins for animals from around the world, all happening within the past year. From countries banning harmful practices to major industries shifting away from cruelty, these changes show that momentum is building across multiple sectors.You’ll hear about policy changes, cultural shifts, and global decisions that are reshaping how animals are treated in entertainment, fashion, science, and everyday life.If you’ve ever wondered whether things are actually changing… this episode gives you real examples that say yes.Explore more through Vegans Explore, discover local Vegan spots, and connect with a growing community focused on making a difference.

What started as a moment of self-awareness turned into a full transformation.In this episode of Vegans Explore, I share my real journey from losing 60 pounds through fitness and discipline, to discovering Veganism through performance, falling off track, and finding my way back with a deeper understanding of health and sustainability.We also break down the supplements I currently take, including Vitamin B12, Vitamin D3, and more, along with what I stopped taking and why.This is not about perfection. It is about learning your body, building a system that works, and creating something you can actually sustain.If you are exploring plant-based living or looking to improve your health, this episode will give you a practical and honest perspective.Visit VegansExplore.com to explore guides, connect with the community, and continue your journey.

Why are 31 common food terms like bacon, steak, and ribs being targeted for removal from Vegan products? In this episode, we break down the EU’s proposed restrictions, what the data actually says about consumer confusion, and why language plays a major role in how people explore plant-based eating. Learn what this could mean for the future of food and for anyone curious about making the transition.

Starting a plant-based diet can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re not sure what to buy or how to build meals that actually satisfy you.In this episode, we break it down into a simple, practical system you can use right away.Instead of focusing on complicated recipes, you’ll learn how to stock your kitchen with whole plant-based foods that make everyday meals easy, flexible, and enjoyable.We cover the core staples, flavor-building ingredients, and simple combinations that turn basic foods into real meals. You’ll also hear practical tips on choosing bread, plant milk, and produce, along with guidance on how to build a meal rotation that actually works long term.Whether you’re just getting started or looking to simplify your approach, this episode gives you a clear foundation you can build on.Explore more guides, directories, and community support at VegansExplore.com

What does it really take to build something that lasts?In this Founder’s Report, Sean A. Russell shares a raw, unfiltered look at Vegans Explore in its earliest stages, breaking down the shift from passion-driven content to building real systems that can scale a global Vegan community.This episode dives into the hard truth most founders learn too late. Without systems, everything depends on you. And that leads to burnout, inconsistency, and stalled growth.You’ll hear how Vegans Explore is being rebuilt from the ground up using a unified blueprint designed to support creators, Vegan businesses, nonprofits, and community leaders across cities around the world.Sean also explores the role of AI in this new era, why ignoring it puts you at a disadvantage, and how to use it as a tool without losing the human connection that makes community powerful.If you are a Pre-Vegan, a content creator, a business owner, or someone who wants to build something meaningful, this episode will give you a new way to think about growth, structure, and impact.This is not a polished story.This is the build phase.And if you are listening right now, you are early.Explore more at VegansExplore.com and become part of the movement.

Food is something we choose every day, but most people do not realize how those choices ripple outward into the world around us. In this episode, we explore the bigger picture of food and how plant-based decisions influence health, the environment, animals, and the global food system.Through a simple story about someone beginning their plant-based journey, we look at how curiosity can lead to deeper awareness and meaningful change. This conversation highlights how small shifts toward plant-based meals can support innovation, community, and a more compassionate future.If you are exploring the Pre-Vegan path, this episode offers perspective, encouragement, and a reminder that every step forward matters.

Many people are curious about plant-based eating but worry about real-life situations like restaurants, travel, and family gatherings. In this guide from the Pre-Vegan Path series, we explore how eating plant-based can fit naturally into everyday life.Through simple stories and practical strategies, you will discover how Pre-Vegans navigate menus, social situations, and travel with confidence.You will also learn how restaurants, technology, and global food culture are making plant-based options easier to find than ever before.Whether you are just starting your plant-based journey or simply curious about exploring new foods, this episode offers practical tips that make the transition feel simple and realistic.Explore more resources, guides, and community conversations at VegansExplore.com.