Big Fat Vegan Radio

Episode 115 (Air Date: September 20th, 2019) Here’s another episode from the 2019 Asheville VeganFest. This episode features a talk from a vegan athlete panel including bodybuilder Erin Fergus, runner Dr. Betty Smith, powerlifter Daniel Austin, and lifestyle coach Brittany Sadé. Follow those of them who are on Instagram: Erin Fergus: @veganfergiefitness Daniel Austin: @veganxmeathead Brittany Sadé: … Episode 115 – Vegan Athletes (at Asheville VegFest) Read More »

Episode 114 (Air Date: July 18th, 2019) So there I was hosting the 2019 Asheville VeganFest, introducing speaker after speaker, when I got the idea: Why not record these speakers and share their talks on the podcast? The first person I asked was Lisa McDonald of Sanctuary Brewing Company and Sweet Bear Rescue Farm.  She was … Episode 114 – Balancing Animal Care, Self Care & Work Life (Lisa McDonald) Read More »

Episode 113 (Air Date: June 14th, 2019) Have you ever recorded an interview, then stashed the audio away somewhere you were sure you wouldn’t lose it?  Well an interview I recorded with my dear friend Jeff Mannes has now thawed out in time for summer! Today’s episode is the FIRST in a series of a new … Episode 113 – Extra Curricula! Orgysmic with Jeff Mannes [EXPLICIT] Read More »

Episode 112 (Air Date: May 21st, 2019) Here it is! The long awaited sequal to Ex-Ex-Vegans, Part 1! I had originally selected eight people to interview.  In this episode, you will hear from the remaining four.  As always — I meant to get to this episode so much sooner but [insert various excuses here which you’ve … Episode 112 – Ex-Ex-Vegans, Part 2 Read More »

Episode 111 (Air Date: April 30th, 2019) Here’s an update from Ben on the road. Literally. Not “here’s an update from Ben once he’s back at his computer…” This entire episode was recorded, edited, mixed, uploaded, and published — from Ben’s Android phone!!! Yes, that’s right, for years I’ve wondered if there were ANY way possible … Episode 111 – Wheel Reinvented, or French Toast Read More »

Episode 110 (Air Date: February 25th, 2019) Have you hear the one about the girl who offered The Pope a million dollars to go vegan? Well, if that sounds like the setup for a joke — it’s not! Meet Genesis Butler, recipient of the Young Animal Activist Award at the 2018 Animal Rights National Conference, is … Episode 110 – Genesis Butler, Million Dollar Vegan Read More »

Episode 109 (Air Date: February 18th, 2019) Here’s an episode I’ve been wanting to do for quite some time now!  Thank you to everyone who reached out to be a part of this episode.  When I asked if there were any “Ex-Ex-Vegans” out there who wanted to share their stories, the response was overwhelming!  Nearly 30 … Episode 109 – Ex-Ex-Vegans, Part 1 Read More »

Episode 108 (Air Date: February 12th, 2019)   Happy Halloween! …and Thanksgiving! And Holidays! And New Year’s! …won’t you be my Valentine?   Okay, so this is the longest hiatus I have taken from Big Fat Vegan Radio since it began.  I’ve taken a month before to post a new episode.  Even two I think. But … Episode 108 – Ben is back! (So is his ADHD!) Read More »

Episode 107 (Air Date: October 17th, 2018) Today’s episode consists of a conversation I had with someone over Instagram Live. This is a long, unusual, and intense discussion between myself and a fellow vegan who identifies as transphobic. PLEASE LISTEN TO THE ENTIRE CONVERSATION before making any judgments, comments, or replies. I ask that everyone listening … Episode 107 – Transphobia in the Vegan Community Read More »

Episode 106 (Air Date: August 25th, 2018) First off – I left you all waiting TWO WHOLE MONTHS for a new podcast episode and I am so sorry for that! The fact that you are reading these words now and listening to this episode means the world to me so thank you! I wanted to get … Episode 106 – Interview: Chris Cooney (The Vegan Zombie MOVIE!) Read More »