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Welcome back to The Keto Vegan Podcast, I'm Rach your host — and no, today we’re not talking seitan or macros. We’re talking plastic. Yep, the kind clogging our oceans, food chains, and apparently now our lungs too. This week’s episode unpacks what happened in Geneva at the UN plastics summit — where nearly 200 countries came together to save the planet… or at least that was the plan. Spoiler alert: it didn’t go well.

But before we dive into the lobbyist chaos and treaty collapse, if you're loving the mix of planet, science and a bit of sass, make sure you follow, subscribe, and share the pod. Every little bit helps amplify these conversations — and keeps us plastic-free and proud.

Key Takeaways

1. The Geneva Plastics Treaty Talks Collapsed Despite high hopes, the 11-day UN summit ended with no agreement, thanks to deep divides between countries pushing for action and petrochemical giants resisting change.
2. Production Caps Were the Main Battleground Nations like Rwanda and the EU pushed for caps on plastic production — but were blocked by oil-rich states and corporate lobbyists fighting to protect their profits.
3. Two Draft Treaties, Zero Agreement One ambitious, one watered-down — neither treaty moved forward. The US and allies flatly refused to accept binding rules on production and toxic chemicals.
4. Lobbyists Hijacked the Negotiations Big Plastic sent in their troops — lobbyists from Shell and INEOS — to water down commitments and stall progress, raising serious questions about who’s writing our environmental policies.
5. Where Do We Go From Here? Some nations, like Colombia, are moving ahead solo. China’s hints at lifecycle reform are promising. And grassroots pressure — from us — is more vital than ever.
6. No Treaty Is Better Than a Weak One As frustrating as the collapse is, accepting a toothless deal would’ve been worse. Real change will need grit, persistence and, yes, probably more chaos before progress.

Best Moments

• “You can’t keep mopping up the floor if the tap stays on.”
• “It's like letting tobacco companies write the smoking laws.”
• “Waiting for consensus isn't going to cut it this time.”
• “They said, ‘Don’t worry, I’ll tidy up my room eventually’ — while continuing to chuck pizza boxes out the window.”
• “Geneva was supposed to be the place where the tide turned. Instead, it was where the tide pulled us under.”
• “Plastic pollution isn't waiting for anyone — and neither should we.”

#PlasticCrisis #UNPlasticTreaty #GenevaSummit #SayNoToPlastic #BigPlasticExposed #KetoVeganPlanet #EcoActivism #SustainableLiving #LobbyistTakeover #PetrochemicalPollution #ZeroWasteLiving #EnvironmentalPodcast #ClimateCrisis

Valuable Resources For an extensive list of foods with their carb, fat and protein count, go here: https://www.rachelgtherapy.co.uk/1-what-why-and-how For a keto-vegan start-up menu and shopping list go here: https://www.rachelgtherapy.co.uk/1-what-why-and-how

Host Bio Rachel, a once morbidly obese individual, experienced a remarkable body transformation through the keto diet. Later, she embraced veganism and now shares her extensive knowledge and obsession with carbs in vegan proteins on The Keto Vegan podcast. Her goal is to demonstrate the simplicity of combining the keto diet with a vegan lifestyle. Resources: https://theketovegan.life Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/@TheKetoVegan/podcasts Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/821471059206067 Email: rachelghinn@gmail.com

In this episode of The Keto Vegan, I’m picking up where I left off in the last episode — helping you avoid those face-palm moments 🤦‍♀️ when interacting with your vegan friends. We covered food faux pas 🍔❌ last time, but today we’re diving into the other social slip-ups that can make things awkward (or downright offensive) for a vegan 🐄❤️.

From the “don’t invite us to the zoo” rule 🦁🚫, to why carnist one-liners about canine teeth aren’t clever 🦷🙄, to not interrogating our health choices 💊🥗 — we’re breaking down why these things matter and how to approach them with empathy instead 💛.

If you’ve got vegan friends, even if you think you haven’t (spoiler: you probably have) 🕵️‍♀️, this is your crash course in being respectful without being weird.

Key Takeaways

1. Skip the animal exploitation invites 🐎🛑 – Zoos, aquariums, races, and circuses aren’t fun days out for someone who’s vegan; they represent suffering and exploitation.
2. Drop the tired carnist jokes 🥩🤔 – Remarks about canine teeth or “what if you were on a desert island?” aren’t original, persuasive, or helpful.
3. Conversations go both ways 🔄💬 – If you ask vegans to justify their lifestyle, be prepared for questions about yours.
4. Don’t play nutrition police 🥦👮‍♀️ – Constantly quizzing a vegan about B12, iron, or omega-3 is intrusive and often comes from defensiveness, not genuine concern.
5. Veganism is more than a diet 🌱❤️ – For most, it’s a moral and ethical stance for animals, with health and environmental benefits as a bonus.

Best Moments

• “Think about it logically — when vegans think about these places, all they can see is the abuse and exploitation of animals 🐑💔.”
• “They’re not clever one-liners, and vegans that don’t respond probably realise that actually that’s not the best way to change somebody’s mind 💭.”
• “How would you feel if you were asked, ‘Why aren’t you vegan yet?’ 🤷‍♀️”
• “Can you imagine if your vegan friends asked you about the risk of cancer and heart disease because of the meat you’re eating? 🥩➡️💔”
• “Most often it’s an ethical choice. The only reason I am vegan is for the animals 🐖❤️… the ripple effect is that it’s good for the planet 🌍 and my health 🏃‍♀️.”

#VeganPodcast 🎙️ #KetoVegan 🥑 #VeganFriendship 🤝 #VeganLife 🌱 #PlantBased 🥬 #VeganEthics 🐾 #KetoLife 🥓❌ #VeganTips 💡 #VeganRespect 🙌 #VeganKetoLifestyle 🥦💪

Valuable Resources For an extensive list of foods with their carb, fat and protein count, go here: https://www.rachelgtherapy.co.uk/1-what-why-and-how For a keto-vegan start-up menu and shopping list go here: https://www.rachelgtherapy.co.uk/1-what-why-and-how

Host Bio Rachel, a once morbidly obese individual, experienced a remarkable body transformation through the keto diet. Later, she embraced veganism and now shares her extensive knowledge and obsession with carbs in vegan proteins on The Keto Vegan podcast 🎙️🌱. Her goal is to demonstrate the simplicity of combining the keto diet with a vegan lifestyle. Resources: https://theketovegan.life Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/@TheKetoVegan/podcasts Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/821471059206067 Email: rachelghinn@gmail.com

Welcome back to The Keto Vegan, I’m Rach—your host, part plant-powered 🌱, part opinionated 💬, and very much not a fan of tofu ❌🍥.

This episode is for all you non-vegans out there who’ve got a vegan in your life 💁‍♀️ and are quietly stressing about how to feed them, whether you’re allowed to mention cheese 🧀, or what on Earth to do at a BBQ 🍔🔥. Don’t worry—I’ve got you.

With over 4% of UK adults now vegan 🇬🇧🌱, chances are you do know someone. And if that someone is also keto vegan? You’ve basically found Bigfoot 🦄.

I’m breaking down how to be a more thoughtful friend—from meal planning to ethical respect—and sharing some real talk 🎤 on what not to do if you want to stay in your vegan friend’s good books 📚💚.

There’s a Part Two coming 🔜, so make sure you subscribe, follow, and share this with anyone who’s ever asked, “Can vegans eat honey?” 🐝 (Spoiler alert: no).

🔑 Key Takeaways

• Ask, don’t assume. Just because it’s vegan doesn’t mean your friend likes it 🙅‍♀️🍄—preferences vary!
• Cook one inclusive meal. No separate plate politics—vegan food is for everyone 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦🥗.
• Respect the ethics. Don’t bring animal products 🥩🚫 into a vegan’s home. It’s not just awkward—it’s disrespectful.
• Fake meats aren’t universal. Some love ’em, some don’t 🤷‍♀️🌭—best to ask first!
• Don’t exclude vegans to avoid “the hassle.” That’s exclusion based on beliefs 🙈—not a good look.

Best Moments

“Why don’t you cook food that everybody can eat? I know—vegan food—everybody can eat it. Isn’t that incredible?” 😲🍽️

“Don’t take your animal products to their place. Often, people are vegan not because of dietary but because of ethical reasons.” 💔🐄

“Don’t assume that your vegan friend is going to be like Rach and eat all your fake meats.” 🍔🧐

“If you do think they’re a vegan, not going to invite them because it’s going to be too much hassle—this is actually exclusion because of their beliefs.” 🚷💭

“Vegans aren’t intending to make your life difficult. What vegans want? They want to live their life. They don’t want to cause harm to any animals.” ✌️🐾💚

#VeganEtiquette 🌿 #KetoVeganPodcast 🎙️ #VeganFriendship 👯‍♀️ #HostingVegans 🍴 #VeganUK 🇬🇧 #PlantBasedProtocol 🥕 #KetoVeganLiving 🥑 #VeganRespect 🙌 #DinnerPartyTips 🍷 #VeganDinnerHosting 🎉

📚 Valuable Resources

VeganFTA article: https://veganfta.com/blog/2025/08/01/12-common-mistakes-non-vegans-make-with-their-vegan-friends/#

📝 Food carb, fat & protein count: https://www.rachelgtherapy.co.uk/1-what-why-and-how 🛒 Keto-vegan start-up menu & shopping list: https://www.rachelgtherapy.co.uk/1-what-why-and-how

👩‍🏫 Host Bio Rachel, a once morbidly obese individual, experienced a remarkable body transformation 💪 through the keto diet. Later, she embraced veganism 🌱 and now shares her extensive knowledge and obsession with carbs in vegan proteins on The Keto Vegan podcast 🎧. Her goal is to demonstrate the simplicity of combining the keto diet with a vegan lifestyle 🥑💥. 🔗 Resources: https://theketovegan.life ▶️ Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/@TheKetoVegan/podcasts 💬 Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/821471059206067 📩 Email: rachelghinn@gmail.com