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Learn all about veganic farming in this episode with Erin Riley, Founder & CEO of Cabbage Hill Animal-Free Fertilizer Co. Erin explains how traditional fertilizers from animal products are unsustainable and can harm the environment. Animal-based byproducts used in agriculture cannot be reabsorbed by the Earth and contain harmful substances like antibiotics and hormones. We discuss the importance of using animal-free fertilizers in gardening and farming. She shares her journey of creating plant-based fertilizers and emphasises the benefits of using plant and mineral-based inputs instead. She also highlights the misconception that organic vegetables are always vegan, as some organic fertilizers may still contain animal products. However, non-organic vegetables can also contain potentially poisonous cancer-causing insecticides, weed killers, and fungicides. Find practical tips on what you can do at home, such as composting, growing your own fruit and vegetables, and looking after your plants. https://www.cabbagehillfertilizer.com/ Erin's Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/erinaudacityriley About PLANT CEO As more people adopt plant-based diets or cut back on meat, innovative start-ups are rising to meet the demand for sustainable alternatives to traditional animal products. Anant Joshi, the show host, explores the entrepreneurs behind this movement, reimagining meat, dairy, seafood, fashion, health and beauty in eco-conscious ways. The audience will hear the inspirational stories of these pioneers building the next generation of compassionate companies. The show features exclusive one-on-one interviews with influential voices from documentaries, associations, sports, and entertainment who champion and invest in cruelty-free, planet-positive living. Viewers can tune in as the host takes them inside the promise and challenges of creating kinder solutions for people, animals and the planet. From milk made from plants to leather without cows, these changemakers are developing creative solutions for kinder, greener living. As host, Anant will discuss his own journey to plant-based living and his passion for highlighting the game-changers driving this movement. Join him as he explores the fascinating world of plant-based innovation. https://plantceo.com

Get ready to party with Redfoo! In this episode, we sit down with the vegan party rocker, father, and coder best-known for the electro-pop band LMFAO, behind hits like "Party Rock Anthem" and "Sexy and I Know It." Despite his hard-partying persona on stage, Redfoo now lives a healthy vegan lifestyle, even raising his baby daughter as a vegan too. He shares his journey from the excesses of fame to embracing plant-based eating and how his 94-year-old vegan father, Motown legend Berry Gordy, inspired his lifestyle change. But that's not all! As the son of music royalty, Redfoo takes us behind the scenes with stories of his earliest musical influences, from seeing Stevie Wonder and The Jackson 5 perform live to his own meteoric rise with LMFAO. In a fascinating turn, we also dive into Redfoo's passion for technology and AI. The multi-talented artist discusses voice cloning, the importance of ethics in AI, and his exploration of coding as a vegan creative force. Get ready for an wild ride packed with music industry tales, vegan inspiration, and futuristic tech insights - all served up with Redfoo's signature high-energy vibe! https://partyrockmerch.myshopify.com/ https://www.thesproutingcompany.com/

https://eatvirgin.com/ https://www.instagram.com/courtfield_19/ - Anant's Band Courtfield-19 https://www.veganwomensummit.com/hollywood-2024 About PLANT CEO As more people adopt plant-based diets or cut back on meat, innovative start-ups are rising to meet the demand for sustainable alternatives to traditional animal products. Anant Joshi, the show host, explores the entrepreneurs behind this movement, reimagining meat, dairy, seafood, fashion, health and beauty in eco-conscious ways. The audience will hear the inspirational stories of these pioneers building the next generation of compassionate companies. The show features exclusive one-on-one interviews with influential voices from documentaries, associations, sports, and entertainment who champion and invest in cruelty-free, planet-positive living. Viewers can tune in as the host takes them inside the promise and challenges of creating kinder solutions for people, animals and the planet. From milk made from plants to leather without cows, these changemakers are developing creative solutions for kinder, greener living. As host, Anant will discuss his own journey to plant-based living and his passion for highlighting the game-changers driving this movement. Join him as he explores the fascinating world of plant-based innovation. https://plantceo.com

In this episode, we welcome Hema Reddy, the founder and CEO of Crafty Counter / Wunder Eggs, to discuss their recent success in winning Albertsons' innovation launch pad competition. Hema shares the details of the competitive pitch process and the exciting opportunity this presents for Wunder Eggs to expand distribution through Albertsons' vast network of stores. Hema also explains the inspiration behind Crafty Counter's plant-based Wunder Eggs product, tracing her personal journey towards a vegan lifestyle and the eye-opening realisations that led her to want to create more plant-based alternatives, particularly in the egg category. She delves into the troubling realities of industrial animal agriculture, including issues around animal welfare, labour conditions, and environmental impact, which motivated her to pivot the company's focus. Hema goes on to describe the inhumane practices within the egg industry, such as the mass killing of male chicks and the misleading labelling around "free-range" and "organic" eggs, which still involve unethical conditions for the chickens. She is determined to provide consumers with truly ethical and sustainable egg alternatives through Crafty Counter's growing product line. Regarding sourcing ingredients, Hema explains how Crafty Counter uses non-GMO, kosher nuts and coconut milk, with plans to transition to organic as the business scales. She also discusses the company's consideration of consumer requests for nut-free options, though the unique texture and flavour of nuts were crucial to replicating the egg experience. Hema shares details on Crafty Counter's rapidly expanding retail footprint, with the products now available in over 1,000 stores nationwide, including major chains like Whole Foods, Wegmans, and Costco. She highlights their incredible consumer response, with many customers expressing gratitude for providing an egg alternative they can enjoy again after years of intolerance. Looking ahead, Hema outlines Crafty Counter's plans to raise a $5 million seed round to fuel further growth within the US and potentially expand to Canada and other international markets. She emphasizes the importance of finding mission-aligned investors who can be true partners in the company's vision. In closing, Hema advises those looking to adopt a more plant-based lifestyle encouraging a gradual, sustainable approach that aligns with one's motivations and values. This episode provides a deep dive into the opportunities and challenges facing a purpose-driven food startup disrupting the mainstream egg industry.

https://www.craftycounter.com/ About PLANT CEO As more people adopt plant-based diets or cut back on meat, innovative start-ups are rising to meet the demand for sustainable alternatives to traditional animal products. Anant Joshi, the show host, explores the entrepreneurs behind this movement, reimagining meat, dairy, seafood, fashion, health and beauty in eco-conscious ways. The audience will hear the inspirational stories of these pioneers building the next generation of compassionate companies. The show features exclusive one-on-one interviews with influential voices from documentaries, associations, sports, and entertainment who champion and invest in cruelty-free, planet-positive living. Viewers can tune in as the host takes them inside the promise and challenges of creating kinder solutions for people, animals and the planet. From milk made from plants to leather without cows, these changemakers are developing creative solutions for kinder, greener living. As host, Anant will discuss his own journey to plant-based living and his passion for highlighting the game-changers driving this movement. Join him as he explores the fascinating world of plant-based innovation. https://plantceo.com

In this episode, we chat with Tina Newman, Author of Vivi the Supervegan. Her own children inspired her to create the characters in her series of books. The books aim to empower children to be "superheroes" by living compassionately, not exploiting animals for food, and to be more sustainable. Tina discusses the challenges her vegan daughters face at their non-vegan school, like wearing stickers identifying their vegan meals. She hopes her books can counter the normalisation of animal exploitation prevalent in schools, media, and society. While some parents who buy the books are vegan or vegetarian, others are buying it for gifts for vegans. Tina aims to handle things delicately and plant "seeds" about animal rights in a child-friendly way through her writing. She recounts an interaction at her book launch with a slaughterhouse worker who initially disagreed with some points but found the book powerful and thought-provoking, especially seeing his wife's emotional reaction. However, Tina hopes it will plant a seed in him so that he can eventually question the animal industry he works in. Overall, Tina wants to provide a compassionate alternative viewpoint to the typical children's literature and media portraying animal use as normal and unquestioned. https://www.vivithesupervegan.co.uk/ Video that inspired Tina to go vegan "This Speech Is Your WAKE UP CALL!" About PLANT CEO As more people adopt plant-based diets or cut back on meat, innovative start-ups are rising to meet the demand for sustainable alternatives to traditional animal products. Anant Joshi, the show host, explores the entrepreneurs behind this movement, reimagining meat, dairy, seafood, fashion, health and beauty in eco-conscious ways. The audience will hear the inspirational stories of these pioneers building the next generation of compassionate companies. The show features exclusive one-on-one interviews with influential voices from documentaries, associations, sports, and entertainment who champion and invest in cruelty-free, planet-positive living. Viewers can tune in as the host takes them inside the promise and challenges of creating kinder solutions for people, animals and the planet. From milk made from plants to leather without cows, these changemakers are developing creative solutions for kinder, greener living. As host, Anant will discuss his own journey to plant-based living and his passion for highlighting the game-changers driving this movement. Join him as he explores the fascinating world of plant-based innovation. https://plantceo.com

In this episode, we welcome back Jim Mellon, Chairman of Burnbrae Group, for an insightful discussion on his latest investments and ventures. Mellon provides an update on Liberation Labs, a groundbreaking precision fermentation contract facility being constructed in Indiana, US. With a capacity to produce 600,000 litres of cruelty-free milk or egg protein, this facility promises to be a game-changer in the industry. Mellon shares insights into other cutting-edge companies he has invested in precision fermentation, showcasing his keen eye for innovative technologies via Agronomics. Additionally, we delve into his passion for animal welfare, as he discusses his love for dogs and the numerous rescues he has taken in. The conversation also touches on Mellon's literary endeavours, including his children's book "Juno's Ark," which explores themes around animal farming. Shifting gears, Mellon shares his perspectives on longevity and his experience interviewing Bryan Johnson of Blueprint at his own conference. We also gain insights into the progress of Juvenescence, a company at the forefront of longevity research. Furthermore, the discussion covers various other topics, including artificial intelligence, NVIDIA, data centres and their environmental impact, quantum computing, and Mellon's genuine interest in nuclear fusion technology. With Mellon's diverse expertise and investments, this episode promises to be an engaging exploration of cutting-edge technologies, ethical business practices, and the pursuit of a sustainable future. https://burnbrae.com/ https://junosark.com/ https://mooslawbook.com/ https://agronomics.im/ https://www.juvlabs.com/ About PLANT CEO As more people adopt plant-based diets or cut back on meat, innovative start-ups are rising to meet the demand for sustainable alternatives to traditional animal products. Anant Joshi, the show host, explores the entrepreneurs behind this movement, reimagining meat, dairy, seafood, fashion, health and beauty in eco-conscious ways. The audience will hear the inspirational stories of these pioneers building the next generation of compassionate companies. The show features exclusive one-on-one interviews with influential voices from documentaries, associations, sports, and entertainment who are championing and investing in cruelty-free, planet-positive living. Viewers can tune in as the host takes them inside the promise and challenges of creating kinder solutions for people, animals and the planet. From milk made from plants to leather without cows, these changemakers are developing creative solutions for kinder, greener living. As host, Anant will discuss his own journey to plant-based living and his passion for highlighting the game-changers driving this movement. Join him as he explores the fascinating world of plant-based innovation. https://plantceo.com

In this episode, we dive into the world of plant-based proteins with the co-founders of Better Nature Tempeh - Christopher Kong (CEO) and Elin Roberts (CMO). This dynamic team is on a mission to create a new protein category by introducing tempeh, a traditional Indonesian food made from fermented soybeans, to the Western market. High in protein and with a firm, dense texture, tempeh offers a unique and nutritious alternative to meat. The journey began when Elin introduced Chris to the benefits of a vegan lifestyle during their university days. Chris then met Dr Driando Ahnan (CTO), an Indonesian food scientist. Inspired by Driando's expertise and passion for his homeland's culinary tradition, they teamed up with Fabio Rinaldo (COO), a nutritionist who had fallen in love with tempeh while travelling in Indonesia. Better Nature Tempeh now offers a range of organic and pre-marinated tempeh products, with major listings in supermarket chains across the UK and Germany. The founders share their insights on building a successful plant-based company, from navigating the challenges to achieving their B-Corp certification and donating 1% of revenue to a charitable cause in Indonesia. If you're looking to create your own plant-based venture or simply want to learn more about this fascinating protein alternative, this episode is a must-listen. Visit https://www.betternaturetempeh.co/ for more information. Other References Chris’s favourite tempeh recipe: https://www.betternaturetempeh.co/recipe/tempeh-kecap https://www.yumindonesia.org/ Rainbow Plant Life, Nisha Vora BBQ Tempeh Recipe: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/F5rWHXbk65A

About PLANT CEO As more people adopt plant-based diets or cut back on meat, innovative start-ups are rising to meet the demand for sustainable alternatives to traditional animal products. Anant Joshi, the show host, explores the entrepreneurs behind this movement, reimagining meat, dairy, seafood, fashion, health and beauty in eco-conscious ways. The audience will hear the inspirational stories of these pioneers building the next generation of compassionate companies. The show features exclusive one-on-one interviews with influential voices from documentaries, associations, sports, and entertainment who are championing and investing in cruelty-free, planet-positive living. Viewers can tune in as the host takes them inside the promise and challenges of creating kinder solutions for people, animals and the planet. From milk made from plants to leather without cows, these changemakers are developing creative solutions for kinder, greener living. As host, Anant will discuss his own journey to plant-based living and his passion for highlighting the game-changers driving this movement. Join him as he explores the fascinating world of plant-based innovation. https://plantceo.com

In this important episode, we interview Sam Tucker, Executive Director at Open Paws, an open-source non-profit AI organization. Sam explains how current AI systems exhibit bias towards factory farming and discrimination against non-human species, effectively promoting "speciesism". To counter this, Open Paws collaborates with the AI industry to remove such bias and works with animal welfare groups to ethically analyse their data to operate at a foundational level regarding AI training.

Sam has extensive experience in this area with his previous for-profit venture VEG3, a SaaS tool for vegans and vegan businesses. By using their dedicated vegan AI, offering 24/7 access to unlimited personalized responses and 50,000+ vegan resources. Vegans get asked the same questions "where do you get your protein from" so to avoid burnout this tool would be a great companion that doesn't also get emotional when the same questions keep coming up.

We discuss the future of AI and the organisations developing AI that can help interpret animal communication and promote interspecies understanding. Overall, this is an eye-opening look at reducing AI bias against non-human animals and using technology to advance animal welfare.

Sam provides thoughtful perspectives on challenges in this emerging field and presents Open Paws' approach of open, ethical AI development. Any AI ethics or animal rights follower will find great value in this interview.

https://www.openpaws.ai/

https://veg3.ai/?via=anant - click for a free 10-day trial About PLANT CEO As more people adopt plant-based diets or cut back on meat, innovative startups are rising to meet the demand for sustainable alternatives to traditional animal products. This show explores the entrepreneurs behind this movement, reimagining meat, dairy, seafood, fashion, health and beauty in eco-conscious ways. We’ll hear the inspirational stories of these pioneers building the next generation of compassionate companies. Featuring interviews with influential voices from documentaries, associations, sports, and entertainment who are championing and investing in cruelty-free, planet-positive living. Tune in as we get an inside look at the promise and challenges of creating kinder solutions for people, animals and the planet. From milk made from plants to leather without cows, these changemakers are developing creative solutions for kinder, greener living. https://plantceo.com

Returning guest Matthew Glover - Chief Mission Officer at The Vegan Food Group announces his latest acquisition and lays out future plans for the company. The group comprises several plant-based food companies, including VFC® (Vegan Fried Chick*n), Meatless Farm and Clive's Purely Plants.

As the plant-based food segment has seen recent declines in sales, we reflect on potential reasons and discuss strategies to regain growth momentum. We discuss effective marketing to omnivores and how documentary films have helped drive sales growth.

Given Matthew's history as the original co-founder, we also analyse Veganuary's 2023 campaign results.

The vision ahead is painted to evolve and lead the global movement towards plant-based eating for planetary health and animal welfare. https://veganfoodgroup.org/

https://www.vfc.co.uk/

https://vegcapital.co.uk/

https://veganuary.com/

Other links discussed in the episode:

https://madrebrava.org/insight/people-don-t-see-industrial-meat-as-a-key-cause-of-global-warming-poll

https://sentientmedia.org/

https://sentientmedia.org/climate-friendly-meat-europe-ban/

https://www.foodmanufacture.co.uk/Article/2024/01/23/UK-vegan-population-surged-by-1.1m-during-2023

About PLANT CEO As more people adopt plant-based diets or cut back on meat, innovative startups are rising to meet the demand for sustainable alternatives to traditional animal products. This show explores the entrepreneurs behind this movement, reimagining meat, dairy, seafood, fashion, health and beauty in eco-conscious ways. We’ll hear the inspirational stories of these pioneers building the next generation of compassionate companies. Featuring interviews with influential voices from documentaries, associations, sports, and entertainment who are championing and investing in cruelty-free, planet-positive living. Tune in as we get an inside look at the promise and challenges of creating kinder solutions for people, animals and the planet. From milk made from plants to leather without cows, these changemakers are developing creative solutions for kinder, greener living. https://plantceo.com

In this insightful episode, we sit down with Louis Psihoyos, the documentary filmmaker behind projects like "The Game Changers," returning to discuss his latest hit Netflix documentary series "You Are What You Eat." The film follows an experiment with 21 sets of identical twins, where one twin from each pair adopts a whole food, plant-based diet and the other sticks to a standard healthy omnivore diet for 8 weeks. The published results showed stunning improvements among the plant-based twins across areas like weight, visceral fat, blood pressure, telomeres length, and inflammatory biomarkers. Key outcomes highlighted in the discussion include the plant-based twins having longer telomeres reflecting cellular regeneration and reduced visceral fat even with the same exercise levels. All twins reportedly improved their diets after seeing the data. The episode covered why Psihoyos pursued this twin experiment to dig into the genetics vs lifestyle debate on nutrition needs. He attributes the film's viral popularity to public and medical community interest in plant-based eating. The results were shocking even to the research team - with the quick health improvements among plant-based twins exceeding expectations. Psihoyos sees the findings as firmly establishing the health and longevity benefits of plant-based eating for all populations. If you are also interested in filmmaking for the betterment of our planet, then look out for his tips and hear about one of his new projects.

In this compelling episode, we sit down with Andy Shovel, Co-Founder & Co-CEO of THIS, a trailblazing plant-based UK company at the forefront of redefining the future of food. Join us as we embark on a journey through Andy's entrepreneurial path, exploring the inception of THIS, the challenges faced, and the pivotal moments that have shaped the company's trajectory. Andy unveils a sneak peek into the innovations that will set new standards in the industry with his new clean label range. Learn about the vision driving THIS's commitment to delivering cutting-edge, environmentally conscious alternatives for meat eaters. Beyond business, Andy shares insights into THIS's impactful charity initiative to end the controversial practice of culling male chicks in the poultry industry. Discover the inspiration behind this compassionate endeavour and the tangible steps THIS is taking to make a positive difference in animal welfare. As we delve into the world of marketing, Andy provides a behind-the-scenes look at the strategies that have propelled THIS into the spotlight. From engaging storytelling to innovative campaigns that haven't always gone to plan. https://this.co About PLANT CEO More people are choosing to follow plant-based diets or are reducing their meat intake. Exciting new startups are developing alternatives to traditional meat, dairy and seafood products. Whether it be food, fashion or health and beauty, there are companies that are trying to change the way we consume products whilst reducing the impact on the planet. Hear from some of the inspirational entrepreneurs who are leading the way forward. https://plantceo.com