Climate & Cuisine Podcast

Discover the inspiring story behind PLNT Burger with co-founder & marketing director Jonah Goldman! 🌍✨ From going vegetarian at age 10 after bonding with a rooster named George 🐓, to launching a mission-driven, chef-crafted, plant-based fast food revolution 🍔🥤—this episode dives deep into Jonah’s passion for compassion, sustainability, and conscious eating.

Hear how PLNT Burger partnered with Whole Foods, why plant-based di...

Are you ready to discover how what’s on your plate could change the future of our planet? In this episode of Climate Diet's "Climate and Cuisine" podcast, Executive Director Jane DeMarines sits down with Megan Jones from Friends of the Earth to unpack the surprising connections between school food, climate change, and the power of plant-based eating! 🌍🥗

What you’ll learn in this episode:

* How a childhood documentary sparked Mega...

Join us on Climate and Cuisine, the podcast for Climate Diet, as Executive Director Jane DeMarines sits down with Dr. Sydney Pryor, a postdoctoral research associate and lecturer at George Washington University's Milken Institute School of Public Health.

In this eye-opening episode, we delve into the critical link between the US agri-food system, human health, and our planet. Dr. Pryor shares her groundbreaking research on how high...

🎙️ In this powerful episode of Climate and Cuisine, host Jane DeMarinas welcomes back Dr. Janet O’Shea, UCLA professor and co-author of the groundbreaking Newsweek op-ed, "Even One Person's Food Choices Affect the Whole Planet." They dive deep into how our everyday food decisions—from what's on our plate to what's in our grocery carts—directly impact climate change. 🥦🌍 With timely discussions around Passover, Easter, and the cli...

Join us for a powerful and eye-opening conversation with Captain Paul Watson, co-founder of Greenpeace and founder of the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society. For over 50 years, he has led the fight against illegal whaling, overfishing, and marine destruction, standing up to governments, corporations, and industries threatening marine life.

Key Highlights -  ✅ The Real Story Behind Sea Shepherd – What led to its success. ✅ Untold Sto...

In this eye-opening episode of Climate & Cuisine, host Jane DeMarines sits down with scientist and activist Gerard Bisshop to uncover groundbreaking research that challenges everything we’ve been told about emissions. From deforestation accounting tricks to the true impact of methane, Gerard exposes why the meat industry is more harmful to the planet than we think. Plus, he shares insights on why the shift to plant-based eating...

Join us for a powerful conversation with Chloe Sorvino, Forbes journalist and author of Raw Deal, as we expose the shocking realities of the meat industry. From corporate greed and price-fixing to worker exploitation and environmental destruction, a handful of billionaires control what’s on our plates—while consumers pay more and farmers earn less.  

But change is possible! Chloe shares how we can break this cycle through ethical f...

In this powerful episode of Climate and Cuisine, we dive deep into the undeniable connection between food and the environment with the incredible Jane Velez-Mitchell—former CNN anchor, bestselling author, and founder of Unchained TV, the world’s only free nonprofit streaming network for plant-based living. 🌎✨

Jane exposes the hidden truths behind animal agriculture, its impact on climate change, and how the media keeps us in the d...

Join us as we sit down with Mark Rifkin, a registered dietitian with expertise in plant-based diets, sustainability, policy, and health. With master's degrees in health education and environmental science, Mark dives deep into the connection between diet, chronic disease, and climate change.

In this episode, we discuss: ✅ The role of nutrition policy in environmental sustainability ✅ How chronic diseases and climate disasters affec...

🌍 Ready to take action for a better planet? In this episode Jane DeMarines sits down with journalist Carolyn Fortuna from CleanTechnica to discuss the powerful intersection of food choices, climate change, and societal shifts. Discover how reducing meat consumption and embracing plant-based diets can positively impact methane emissions and deforestation, while also exploring the role of younger generations in driving climate aware...

🎙️ Join us for an inspiring episode featuring the multifaceted Robert Cheeke—renowned author, bodybuilder, and vegan advocate. 🌱 In this authentic and heartfelt conversation, Robert shares his transformative journey of scaling back from social media to focus on deeper connections, creative work, and living with purpose.

💡 Discover how Robert’s disciplined approach to writing—powered by the simple yet profound advice to “write tw...

Join Jane DeMarines, as she chats with Gwyn Whittaker, a trailblazing entrepreneur and leader in the plant-based movement. From running the transformative GreenFare Health and Wellness nonprofit to operating the innovative GreenFare Organic Café, Gwyn shares how her programs are reversing chronic illnesses, changing lives, and driving the plant-based revolution. Discover the power of dietary change, the role of education, and the f...

In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Paige Parsons Roache, a dynamic environmental advocate, vegan educator, and co-creator of *Plant-Based in the Burbs*. Paige shares her incredible journey from the entertainment industry to becoming a leading voice for sustainability and plant-based living. She opens up about the pivotal moments that shaped her path, including the influence of her daughter’s veganism and the eye-opening do...

In this insightful episode, Dr. Janet O'Shea, UCLA professor and sustainability advocate dives into the powerful intersection of food, the environment, and social justice. From Dr. O'Shea's personal journey to veganism to her transformative course on the environmental impact of food, we explore how reducing meat consumption can drastically improve the planet. 

Learn about the role of animal agriculture in climate change, why indivi...

In this powerful episode we dive deep into the intersection of food, health, and climate change with Glen Merzer, author of *Food is Climate* and passionate advocate for plant-based living. Glenn shares his personal journey from vegetarianism to veganism, driven by his family history of heart disease, and the unexpected health transformation that followed. He also discusses the urgent environmental impact of animal agriculture, whi...

Unlock the secrets to optimal health, sustainable nutrition, and lasting well-being! In this episode, we dive deep into how science, curiosity, and personal experience shape our understanding of diet and fitness. Learn how family history and lifestyle impact our health more than genetics alone, and why plant-based nutrition is a powerful choice for personal and planetary wellness. Discover the critical role of protein, debunk myths...

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Chuck Carroll, who once battled food addiction with a 66-inch waistline and is now thriving on a plant-based lifestyle. From overcoming fast food cravings to reclaiming his health after bariatric surgery, Chuck shares how walking, mindful eating, and going vegan transformed his life. Discover the shocking link between fast food and addiction, the financial and medical savings he’s experien...

This insightful discussion delves into the urgent need for climate action by tackling the often-overlooked impact of animal agriculture. Dr. Rao introduces the "climate bathtub model," highlighting the "killing machine" of industrial animal farming as the root cause of biodiversity loss, ecosystem collapse, and climate change. He challenges global leaders and organizations, like the UN's COP conferences, to embrace veganism as a vi...

Join us for an enlightening conversation with Dr. Michael Greger, a leading expert in nutrition and public health, as he explores the transformative potential of a plant-based diet. In this episode, Dr. Greger reveals how a whole-food, plant-based diet can significantly reduce the risk of chronic diseases and even reverse certain conditions. He shares key strategies and evidence-based recommendations for incorporating these princip...