The Unexpected Activist - A Vegan Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

In today’s episode, my last before taking a summer break, I’ll be sharing a few thoughts on the literal and figurative turbulence we face in our lives. And our options for dealing with it. 

Here’s the link to my YouTube skydiving video I reference in the episode:

https://m.youtube.com/watch?si=tPLo3zWSIEp5-g1c&v=9Ph_ypxvXwQ&feature=youtu.be

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Today I’ll be taking you to Innsbruck, Austria for a conversation with Kasper Pedersen, one of the owners of the 100% vegan restaurant Green Flamingo.  A good friend of mine recently spent a few days in Innsbruck and sent photos raving about this place. And about its owners. I have to admit I was somewhat surprised (and of course delighted) that he found such an amazing variety of vegan food during his time in Austria. And after what he shared, I just knew I had to reach out learn more about Kapser and this business.  Green Flamingo was started by Kasper and his girlfriend Kim back in 2019 and was born out of their desire to show anyone who wants to experience it, that you can eat great food without hurting and exploiting our animal friends. Animal products are not a necessity for a good and healthy (and sometimes not so healthy) diet.  ​ At Green Flamingo they offer a fun, relaxed and still professional atmosphere where equality, respect and good food & music are key words. Kasper and Kim believe that “We can change the world step by step and we will! It is time!” We’ll learn about Kasper’s journey to veganism and about his future plans for bringing vegan food to locals and tourists alike in Innsbruck. ​ You can follow Kasper on Green Flamingo’s social media pages: Instagram: @greenflamingo_innsbruck Facebook:  Green Flamingo Innsbruck Or their website: www.greenflamingoinnsbruck.com FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT MY WORK, INCLUDING THIS PODCAST, MY BOOK, MY PRODUCTION COMPANY and MY NON-PROFIT, PLEASE GO TO theunexpectedactivist.com  AND FEEL FREE TO CONTACT ME DIRECTLY AT podcast@theunexpectedactivist.com.

What an amazing, enriching, educational and just plain fun experience this first year of creating The Unexpected Activist Podcast has been. I look forward to catching up with everyone in the new year. Until then, happy holidays and best wishes for a wonderful 2024! FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT MY WORK, INCLUDING THIS PODCAST, MY BOOK, MY PRODUCTION COMPANY and MY NON-PROFIT, PLEASE GO TO theunexpectedactivist.com  AND FEEL FREE TO CONTACT ME DIRECTLY AT podcast@theunexpectedactivist.com.

Sharing some thoughts about a milestone birthday I have coming up. And what I have decided to do to make the coming year fun and productive and to make me the best and most effective advocate for animals I can be.

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Today’s guest is the one and only Jamie Logan (who I thought was going to be joining me from NY but popped up from Portland OR). I’ve been following Jamie’s work online for a while now and it’s great to have a chance to speak with her. I talk a lot about creating your own brand of activism.  And Jamie has surely done just that. 

How Jamie describes herself:

“I’m an animal advocate, YouTuber, Filmmaker, Content Creator and Podcast Host. I’m based in NYC and I make videos that get people thinking—Some call it ruining lives and pushing my agenda but I like to think of it as sharing an obvious truth that most people tend to ignore.”

I think you’ll really enjoy learning more about Jamie. 

For information on her work or to find episodes of her YouTube show and her Podcast, you can visit her website:

www.itsjamiescorner.com

Or follow her on social media:

Instagram/Threads: @itsjamielogan

Facebook: Jamie Logan

For information about the The Next Girl Film:

Home - The Next Girl Film

And the VKind Experience event in Los Angeles, November 11-12 2023 where the film will be premiering:

Home - The Vkind Experience

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In today’s episode, I’ll recount a recent trip I took to Milan to attend a national animal rights protest, why it was so important that I was there, and what I took away from my visit. 

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Content and trigger warning: This podcast contains references to addiction, sexual assault, child abuse, suicide, depression, infant and pregnancy loss.

In today’s episode, we’re going to take a little diversion from the subject matter I’ve been covering up to this point.  And we’re going to focus on another pillar of the podcast’s mission.  In addition to advocating for animals, I am also passionate about encouraging people to embark on passion-driven new chapters in life, something that has been transformational for me.

Today’s guest, Nicole Gebhardt, is an incredible embodiment of that idea, both personally and professionally.  Her story of turning tragedy (infant and pregnancy loss, domestic abuse, sexual assault and addiction) into triumph is truly inspiring and how she has made it her own mission to empower others to do the same is amazing. I can’t wait for her to share her story.

Nicole is a highly sought-after motivational speaker, author, transformational coach, Reiki Master & Emotion Code Practitioner who specializes in helping her clients step into their true power, reclaim their radiance, and live a life of fulfilment.

Through one-of-a-kind coaching programs, three published books, speaking engagements, corporate workshops, retreats, masterclasses, and individual training sessions Nicole has helped women gain clarity on what they want in life, commit to healthy rituals that set them up for success, and let go of limiting beliefs that hold them back from their true potential. 

Her mission is to have every woman recognize and embody their worth, love themselves fully, and become their own version of The Empowered Queen.

Nicole captivates her audiences by openly sharing her story and the pivotal life lessons that changed her life, unlocking her high performance through discovering her self-worth. Her biggest strength lies in her very own life experiences, which have enabled her to intuitively heal, guide, and uplift her clients effortlessly.

Nicole has seen phenomenal results in her clients & has helped more women than we could count in their personal transformation.

To find out more about Nicole, follow her work, and access the coaching tools she has developed, please see the links below:

Website:  www.nicolebgebhardt.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/nicolebgebhardt

Instagram: @nicole.gebhardtGebhardt⁠

LinkedIn: Nicole B.

In today’s episode, I’ll share some thoughts about “being normal”, my own experience on the subject, and questions about normality as an aspirational concept.

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Today I’m excited to have with me Todd Sinclair, who is joining me from his childhood hometown on Prince Edward Island in Canada. I’m so grateful that he took some time out of his family holiday to speak with us.  Here’s a little bit about Todd:

Todd is a writer, podcaster and speaker, specialising in vegan lifestyle and

travel. He’s the bestselling author of the Rebel Vegan trilogy: REBEL VEGAN

LIFE: A Radical Take on Veganism for a Brave New World, REBEL VEGAN LIFE: Plant-Based Nutrition and Beginner’s Guide, and REBEL VEGAN TRAVEL GUIDE: Veganism on the Go.

After growing up on his family’s dairy farm in eastern Canada, Sinclair knew

farming wasn’t for him. So he moved continents to set up a new life in London and

come out as queer.

He spent 12 years working for one of the UK’s leading homelessness charities,

managing a multi-million-pound budget for a 29-bed accommodation centre for

vulnerable men with substance misuse issues, before being bitten by the travel bug.

Sinclair’s love of travel led to a 12-year career as an international tour leader for

Tucan Travel and G Adventures. He also ran his own business leading bespoke

tours including some vegan tours through Cambodia, Vietnam and Laos.

After becoming ill in Vietnam six years ago, he was nursed back to health after

being fed a plant-based diet by forward-thinking monks. He has been a devoted

vegan advocate ever since and helped him gain a new sense of awareness and

purpose.

When the world shut down in 2020 Sinclair used that time to write the Rebel

Vegan trilogy to show how vegan values are a fundamental way forward to avoid

future pandemics, protect animals and the planet, and take care of our health.

Today Sinclair lives his best Rebel Vegan Life in London, UK.

CONTACT LINKS:

Website: https://www.rebelveganlife.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RebelVeganLife

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rebelveganlife/

LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/todd-sinclair/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/RebelVeganLife

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Today we are going back to Italy, this time to Milan, to speak with Edoardo Valsecchi, Owner, Founder and CEO of Linfa – Eat Different, a wonderful restaurant that became an instant favorite of mine after visiting in July of this year. 

He is an Italian plant-based entrepreneur and a prominent figure in the restaurant and hospitality industry. After obtaining a degree in Management and Economics, he pursued his passion for food and embarked on a career in the industry. He honed his skills by training in the operational, marketing, and management areas of the most prestigious hotel facilities around the world.Today, Edoardo is the Owner, Founder, and CEO of Linfa - Eat Different, a highly regarded, high-end vegan restaurant based in the heart of Milan, Italy. With years of experience in the industry, Edoardo has built a reputation for creating innovative, high-quality cuisine that is delicious, sustainable, and healthy. His unwavering commitment to using high-quality, fresh, organic, and locally sourced ingredients has earned him recognition from food critics and customers alike.Under his leadership, the restaurant has become a beloved destination for locals and tourists and has garnered numerous awards and accolades. Despite the challenges of the global pandemic, Edoardo realized his life dream and career goal of founding Linfa, a chic, responsible, fully plant-based restaurant and hospitality concept.Edoardo's passion for food and commitment to sustainability continues to inspire his culinary innovation and elevate the dining experience for guests.:

To learn more about Edoardo and the restaurant or to make reservations please visit their website:

linfamilano.com

And you can follow find them on social media at:

Facebook: facebook.com/linfaeatdifferent

Instagram: Linfa - Eat Different (@linfaeatdifferent) • Instagram photos and videos

You can find Edoardo at:

LinkedIn: Edoardo Valsecchi | LinkedIn 

Instagram: instagram.com/edoardo_valsecchi/

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