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Think Plant-Based!

Think Plant-Based!

By: Julia and Shane
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 A Blog About Plant-Based Living. Alternative & Complementary Medicine Hygiene & Healthy Living Physical Illness & Disease
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  • Ep 96 – Vegan Restaurant Shake-Up

    Ep 96 – Vegan Restaurant Shake-Up
    Aug 19 2025
    In this episode, we're diving deep into the recent wave of closures happening in the plant-based community. The Great Vegan Restaurant Shake-Up: Why Our Favorite Spots Are Closing Losing a beloved vegan restaurant can feel like a genuine loss. For many of us, these aren't just places to eat; they're safe havens and community centers where we can share a meal without a second thought. But recently, a troubling trend has emerged: vegan and plant-based restaurants around the world are closing their doors at an alarming rate. In this powerful episode of the Think Plant-Based podcast, we're confronting this issue head-on. We dive into the complex factors driving this trend, from the broad economic pressures hitting the entire food industry to the more specific challenges unique to plant-based businesses. We'll talk about everything from the rising cost of ingredients to the evolving palates of the "plant-curious" consumer. But this isn't a story of defeat. We believe these closures are a critical moment for the movement—a chance to learn, adapt, and build a stronger, more resilient future. We share practical, actionable advice for both restaurant owners and customers on how to weather this storm and ensure that the plant-based dining scene not only survives but thrives. Tune in to this episode and find out how you can be a part of the solution. Episode Highlights: * Understanding the economic and market forces behind the closures. * The difference between a "niche" business and one with broad appeal. * Specific ways customers can make a real difference, from direct ordering to social media support. * A look at the future of the plant-based movement and why this evolution is a sign of maturity, not decline. Also, don’t forget to check out: EP 95 - Ben Hagerty
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    8 mins
  • Ep 95 – Ben Hagerty

    Ep 95 – Ben Hagerty
    Nov 18 2023
    In this episode, we talk to Ben Hagerty about his plant-based journey. We discuss vegan entrepreneurship and the best plant-based travel spots. About Ben Hagerty Ben is the co-owner and essayist for the vegan travel guide and website, It's Bree and Ben (http://www.itsbreeandben.com/). With his wife, Bree, they travel across Canada and the U.S. to learn and write about destinations where vegan and plant-based travelers can consider, which includes restaurants, boutiques, and other small and local businesses. Ben also just completed his Masters degree in vegan entrepreneurship, in which he explored vegan businesses in the Vancouver neighborhoods of Kitsilano and Mt. Pleasant to learn about their insights and the common themes that they experience. He wrote his findings in an academic blog series entitled, Ben's Vegan Vancouver, which may be read on my website at https://itsbreeandben.com/bens-vegan-vancouver/. (About Bree & Ben: https://itsbreeandben.com/about/) Website: https://itsbreeandben.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsbreeandben/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/itsbreeandben/ Also, don’t forget to check out: EP 94 – STUART WALDNER
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    39 mins
  • Ep 94 – Stuart Waldner

    Ep 94 – Stuart Waldner
    Aug 12 2023
    In this episode, we talk to Stuart Waldner about his plant-based journey. Residing from Lexington, Kentucky, we talk about how growing up in one of the unhealthiest states shaped who he is and inspired him to write his book, "Escape the Meatrix". About Stuart Waldner Stuart Waldner is an activist and an author who invites readers to take the red pill as they Escape the Meatrix, the title of his debut non-fiction book, written after he transitioned to a plant-based diet in 2008. As his health improved, he felt better, and the more he learned about the statistical connections between our dietary choices and the worldwide climate crises we face, the more he felt an urgency to tell other people —for our health and for the planet. Waldner spent nearly two decades exploring Earth’s greatest wonders and connecting with sacred sites around the globe. When he’s not advocating for the health of people and the planet, he spends time playing with his dogs, cooking plant-based foods, running, and restoring his 128-year-old Victorian home. (Source: https://stuartwaldner.com/) Website: https://stuartwaldner.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stuartwaldner/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100084725122965 Also, don’t forget to check out: EP 93 – BILLY GRISACK
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    37 mins
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