Jansen Andre is a vegan Ironman athlete, chef, influencer and all round happy soul. This is Jansens second time on the podcast, since the first time he's come on he's completed 2 Ironman's, a Half Ironman, he's blown up on Instagram and has launched his own podcast called The Awoken Athlete.  You'll find him to be such an inspiring and authentic individual throughout this whole conversation.The key topics in today's episode:- What it was like doing an Ironman- The thoughts in an athletes mind- Giving up- Summing up his Cairns Ironman experience- Regrets for the event- Strategy for his next Ironman- Comparing yourself to the pros- Being hard on yourself- Affirmations- Nutrition of an athlete- Race day - Creating recipes- Feeling sad and down- Social media with a purpose- Why people are in your life- Setting goals-  Rendang Curry- Nutrition for an Ironman- Being a multi-sport athleteVideo Version: https://youtu.be/VvLo3GZfFmE Connect with Jansen:Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/plantstrongjans/ Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/plantswithattitude_/Awoken Athlete Podcast |  SPOTIFYResources:Jansen's first Ironman completion: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_-fpb_q8Qz8Episode 61 (our first chat):  SPOTIFYConnect with me:Instagram | @plant.paradigmInstagram | @tomsimakYouTube | The Plant ParadigmTwitter | @plantparadigmWebsite | www.theplantparadigm.comSupport the show | Buy me a coffeeSubscribe to the podcast:Apple | Spotify | Stitcher |Stay happy,Eat plants,Peace

Dr. Nicole Harkin, MD  is board certified in Internal Medicine, Cardiology, Echocardiography, Nuclear Cardiology, and Clinical Lipidology. She founded Whole Heart Cardiology, with the mission of providing patient centred cardiac care, evidence-based nutritional guidance, and personalised lifestyle plans. Nicole is just a great example of what we need more of, doctors that follow and prescribe to scientific evidence. Which is many cases points to plant centric diets in order to foster a healthy physiology.The key topics in today's episode:- Facts about heart disease- Defining a healthy heart- Symptoms of an unhealthy heart-  How much exercise is good- Foods to eat for heart health- Sugar in fruit- Being up to date with science- Why we eat the rainbow-  The effect of meat, dairy and eggs- How sodium affects your body- Raising healthy kidsVideo Version: https://youtu.be/VObv9sJNTLwConnect with Nicole:Website | https://www.wholeheartcardiology.com/Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/nicoleharkinmd/Connect with me:Instagram | @plant.paradigmInstagram | @tomsimakYouTube | The Plant ParadigmTwitter | @plantparadigmWebsite | www.theplantparadigm.comSupport the show | Buy me a coffeeSubscribe to the podcast:Apple | Spotify | Stitcher |Stay happy,Eat plants,Peace

Robert Cheeke is an OG vegan and has been eating plant based since 1995. He is the bestselling author of the books, Vegan Bodybuilding & Fitness, Shred It!, Plant-Based Muscle, and this conversation is backed on his new book, The Plant Based Athlete. As a two-time natural bodybuilding champion, Robert is considered one of VegNews Magazine’s Most Influential Vegan Athletes and is the founder and president of Vegan Bodybuilding & Fitness. The key topics in today's episode:- The Plant Based Athlete- Intrinsic motivations- Fasting- Veganism 25 years ago- How building muscle works- Making workouts predictable- Stretching and mobility- How to lose weight- Tracking calories-  Do what you love- Releasing a bookVideo Version: https://youtu.be/4djjwnfaClIConnect with Robert:Website | https://www.veganbodybuilding.com/ The Plant Based Athlete Book | AMAZONInstagram | https://www.instagram.com/robert.cheeke/Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/veganbodybuildingandfitnessConnect with me:Instagram | @plant.paradigmInstagram | @tomsimakYouTube | The Plant ParadigmTwitter | @plantparadigmWebsite | www.theplantparadigm.comSupport the show | Buy me a coffeeSubscribe to the podcast:Apple | Spotify | Stitcher |Stay happy,Eat plants,Peace

Dr Malcolm Mackay is a General Practitioner with more than 30 years of experience in medical practice and has a special interest in preventing and managing chronic disease with whole foods plant-based nutrition and other evidence-based lifestyle interventions.Jenny Cameron is a nutritionist and research librarian in Melbourne. She runs seminars and immersion programs focussing on plant-based nutrition and lifestyle medicine and provides nutrition consultations and coaching for clients looking to improve their health through optimising their diet and making other healthy lifestyle changes.Together the two of them created www.wholefoodsplantbasedhealth.com.au providing information and resources for those interested in plant based living. They also host immersion retreats, seminars and webinars and often speak at public and private events.The key topics in today's episode:- What is a whole foods plant based diet- The best nuts to eat- Their journey to plant based lifestyles- Best way to start eating plants- The danger of under-eating- Supplements- Initial physical changes once changing diets- How weight loss works- A deep dive into oils- How to gain weight- How much protein do you need- Are carbs evil?- When compared to what Video Version: https://youtu.be/3GebkUpoP2s Connect with them:Website | https://drmalcolmmackay.com.au/Website | https://www.wholefoodsplantbasedhealth.com.au/ Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/PlantBasedHealthAustralia/Connect with me:Instagram | @plant.paradigmInstagram | @tomsimakYouTube | The Plant ParadigmTwitter | @plantparadigmWebsite | www.theplantparadigm.comSupport the show | Buy me a coffeeSubscribe to the podcast:Apple | Spotify | Stitcher |Stay happy,Eat plants,PeaceStay happy,Eat plants,Peace

Dr Matthew Nagra is a naturopathic doctor who completed his Bachelor’s of Science in Microbiology at the University of Victoria and holds additional training in nutrition, including a Plant-Based Nutrition Certification from Cornell University and the T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies where he's authored multiple articles on nutrition.Dr. Nagra is a well of knowledge on nutrition and science, and his passion to share his knowledge shines through in this conversation.The key topics in today's episode:- The evidence in plant based- Being an active clinician- Saturated fat & LDL- Healthy Habits- Organic vs Conventional- Cellular Agriculture- Dietary guidelines-  What are Wholefoods- Keto diet- Vegans with higher stroke risk- Dairy consumption- Wishlist studies- Exercising and staying healthyVideo Version: https://youtu.be/CESH-1JkPiQ Connect with Dr Nagra:Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/dr.matthewnagra/Website | https://drmatthewnagra.com/Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/dr.matthewnagra/Connect with me:Instagram | @plant.paradigmInstagram | @tomsimakYouTube | The Plant ParadigmTwitter | @plantparadigmWebsite | www.theplantparadigm.comSupport the show | Buy me a coffeeSubscribe to the podcast:Apple | Spotify | Stitcher |Stay happy,Eat plants,PeaceStay happy,Eat plants,Peace

Nick Butter is an endurance runner, adventurer and motivational speaker and in 2019, he became the first person to run a marathon in every country on Earth to raise money and awareness surrounding prostate cancer. This took him 23 months to complete, which meant he was running 2-3 marathons in 2-3 countries a week.All of this saw him set 4 world records and 1 world first which helped raise $200k pound for prostate cancer UK. His story has been featured by the likes of CNN, BBC and The Times.The key topics in today's episode:- Why Nick decided to do this run- Doubts on his trip- What he travelled with- Will anybody beat his record- Active communication- Does Nick have a death wish- Being happy with nothing-  Tips for beginner runners- Being an ultra runner- Eating more plants- Offsetting carbon- How to be confident- Upcoming world recordsVideo Version: https://youtu.be/d-4nclPgV-Q Connect with Nick:Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/nickbutterrun/ Running The World (Book) | https://www.penguin.com.au/books/running-the-world-9781473567658Website | https://www.nickbutter.com/196 Foundation | https://www.nickbutter.com/the-196-foundationFree Your Footprint Strava Club | https://www.strava.com/clubs/freeyourfootprintConnect with me:Instagram | @plant.paradigmInstagram | @tomsimakYouTube | The Plant ParadigmTwitter | @plantparadigmWebsite | www.theplantparadigm.comSupport the show | Buy me a coffeeSubscribe to the podcast:Apple | Spotify | Stitcher |Stay happy,Eat plants,PeaceStay happy,Eat plants,Peace

"Have some more compassion, no matter where you go, who you're talking to, whatever you're doing, don't be too quick to judge."Jake O'Brien is a model and health fanatic who is hugely passionate about mental health. He has recently opened up about his recovery from cancer and how it's affected his life and the power of resilience. The key topics in today's episode:- Simple plant based cooking- His cancer story- Pity pit & emotional reflection- How to sharpen your mind- Therapy- Stigmatising mens health- Depression- Water fasting- Starting a workout routine- Using social media as a positive tool- Compassion Video Version: https://youtu.be/1K_CD1_XFt8 Connect with Jake:Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/jakeobrien/ TikTok | @jakeobrientiktokFacebook | https://www.facebook.com/JakeobrienPersonaltraining/LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/jakeobrienfintessIf you're facing mental health hurdles, there are places you can go and people you can speak to:Australia:  https://www.lifeline.org.au/USA: https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/UK: NHSConnect with me:Instagram | @plant.paradigmInstagram | @tomsimakYouTube | The Plant ParadigmTwitter | @plantparadigmWebsite | www.theplantparadigm.comSupport the show | Buy me a coffeeSubscribe to the podcast:Apple | Spotify | Stitcher |Stay happy,Eat plants,Peace

Tommy Moore is a qualified exercise scientist specialising in nutrition and exercise physiology. He's the host of both Mind Body Plants and Mind Medicine, both of which centralise around the theme of health, longevity and the field of psychedelic assisted therapy. Today we'll be discussing the broad topic of plant power. Looking at plant medicines and its role in our health as a society and how we can apply the knowledge from these different studies in our every day lives.The key topics in today's episode:- The power of the mind- Mind medicine- The history of psychedelics-  Nutrition- Default mode network- Mental illness- Being aware of yourself- Meditation- Legalising drugs- Micro-dosing- Getting science funding- Breaking the stigma- Using psychedelics - Spirituality & religion- Sirtuin genes- How to improve your memory- Fasting- Morning routines- MeditationVideo Version: https://youtu.be/Sr_skSEnuJk Connect with Tommy:Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/tommyimoore/Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/mindbody_plants/Mind Body Plants Podcast | https://mindbodyplantspodcast.transistor.fm/episodesEmail | [email protected] with me:Instagram | @plant.paradigmInstagram | @tomsimakYouTube | The Plant ParadigmTwitter | @plantparadigmWebsite | www.theplantparadigm.comSupport the show | Buy me a coffeeSubscribe to the podcast:Apple | Spotify | Stitcher |Stay happy,Eat plants,Peace

"Do something nice for someone else and see how that makes you feel."Sjana Earp is a sunshine seeking, happy being, yoga doing, hug giving, ocean loving, travel enthusiast. She is an author and yoga instructor with over 1.5 million followers on Instagram where she showcases her beautiful photography, yoga skills, and takes advantage of the captions by writing stunning poetry.The key topics in today's episode:- Defining healthy- Lessons from Yoga- Avocado toast- Making ethical choices- Sustainable companies- Are carbs evil?- Staying motivated- Setting intentions- Getting energy- Healing - Dealing with pressure- Why she's on social media- How to be vulnerable- Forgiving bullies- Her poetry book- Getting started in poetry- Advice for beginner yogis- Random acts of kindnessVideo Version: https://youtu.be/3vSuAYHenHIConnect with Sjana:Website | https://sjana.com.au/ Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/sjanaeliseYouTube | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4pEu3oC6BOe6WZkQAt6lDAOrder 'You Will Rise'Aus & NZ: https://www.penguin.com.au/books/you-will-rise-9781760897864International: https://www.bookdepository.com/You-Will-Rise/9781760897864  Connect with me:Instagram | @plant.paradigmInstagram | @tomsimakYouTube | The Plant ParadigmTwitter | @plantparadigmWebsite | www.theplantparadigm.com Support the show | Buy me a coffeeSubscribe to the podcast:Apple | Spotify | Stitcher |Stay happy,Eat plants,Peace

"Everything makes a difference. Your body is never not looking. Your blood stream knows, your liver knows, your arteries know. Honour your anatomy, we are plant eating creatures."Dr. Michael Klaper is a gifted clinician, internationally recognised teacher, and sought-after speaker on diet and health. In addition to his clinical practice and private consultations with patients, he is a passionate and devoted educator of physicians and other healthcare professionals about the importance of nutrition in clinical practice and integrative medicine.Dr Klaper has had a significant impact on the fabric of the vegan movement and has advocated for a shift to a plant based diet through numerous formats such as 'Diet For A New America', 'Cowspiracy', and 'What The Health'.The key topics in today's episode:- Moving Medicine Forward- Doctors VS Nutrition- Ignorance on nutrition- The new dietary guidelines- Being scared of the industries- Books recommendations- Water fasting basics- Doing water fasts at home- Bowel movements- How to break a fast- When not to fast- Workouts while fasted- Wishlist of studies- The best diet- Definition of healthy - Advice for vegans Video Version: https://youtu.be/LDrebyWnDvwConnect with Dr Klaper:Website | https://www.doctorklaper.com/Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/michaelklapermd/Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/doctorklaper/Twitter | https://twitter.com/michaelklapermdBook Recommendations | https://www.doctorklaper.com/books Connect with me:Instagram | @plant.paradigmInstagram | @tomsimakYouTube | The Plant ParadigmTwitter | @plantparadigmWebsite | www.theplantparadigm.comSupport the show | Buy me a coffeeSubscribe to the podcast:Apple | Spotify | Stitcher |Stay happy,Eat plants,Peace