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In this powerful solo episode of Plant-Based Curious, host Diane Randall, M.A. CHC, merges raw personal storytelling with groundbreaking science to reveal how food rewires Mental Health. Struggling wi…

In this powerful sol…

In this powerful solo episode of Plant-Based Curious, host Diane Randall, M.A. CHC, merges raw personal storytelling with groundbreaking science to reveal how food rewires mental health. Struggling with chronic fatigue, brain fog, and a near Crohn’s diagnosis in her 30s while juggling tech career chaos and single motherhood, Diane shares her transformative pivot to plant-based eating—and how it saved her mind and body.  Science You’ll Geek Out Over: How chronic inflammation from processed foods fuels Depression/Anxiety (and the 2022 study proving plants fight it).  Why dopamine recept…

Season 1, Episode 4 of Plant Based Curious  In this heartfelt episode, host Diane Randall chats with Katie Galley, owner of Healthification, about navigating the emotional challenges of veganism. Kat…

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Season 1, Episode 4 of Plant Based Curious  In this heartfelt episode, host Diane Randall chats with Katie Galley, owner of Healthification, about navigating the emotional challenges of veganism. Katie shares her journey from being an "angry vegan" to leading with love and compassion, offering practical tips to channel frustration into effective advocacy. Learn her ABC framework—Awareness, Brainstorming, and Commitment—to shift from anger to joy,  Katie also introduces her new book, The Plant Positive Journal, a guide to mastering your mindset while embracing a healthy plant-based lifest…

In this episode of Plant Based Curious, host Diane Randall sits down with Matthew Halteman, philosophy professor, Oxford Centre for Animal Ethics fellow, and author of Hungry Beautiful Animals: The Jo…

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In this episode of Plant Based Curious, host Diane Randall sits down with Matthew Halteman, philosophy professor, Oxford Centre for Animal Ethics fellow, and author of Hungry Beautiful Animals: The Joyful Case for Going Vegan. Together, they flip the script on veganism, exploring how it’s not about restriction—but about abundance, joy, and alignment with our deepest values.   Key Takeaways: Matthew reframes veganism as a celebration of what we’re for—creaturely flourishing, emotional coherence, and moral alignment.  Quote: “Vegans aren’t just avoiding harm—we’re harmonizing…

Plant Based Curious, host Diane Randall sits down with Claudia Braun, a mindset and holistic lifestyle coach, to unpack why saying “yes” to yourself can feel so difficult—and how to transform gu…

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Plant Based Curious, host Diane Randall sits down with Claudia Braun, a mindset and holistic lifestyle coach, to unpack why saying “yes” to yourself can feel so difficult—and how to transform guilt, societal pressures, and self-doubt into unshakable self-trust.   Claudia shares powerful insights on:  The hidden scripts that keep you stuck in cycles of people-pleasing and Burnout.   Awareness, acceptance, action—the 3-step framework to break free from self-sabotage.  Why self-compassion (not perfection!) is the key to lasting change.  How to use EFT (tapping) to rewire limiting b…

Episode DescriptionAre all sugars created equal? In this transformative episode of The Plant-Based Curious Podcast, host Diane Randall welcomes Dr. John Lewis, a trailblazer in nutritional research an…

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Episode DescriptionAre all sugars created equal? In this transformative episode of The Plant-Based Curious Podcast, host Diane Randall welcomes Dr. John Lewis, a trailblazer in nutritional research and clinical trials, to explore the game-changing potential of polysaccharides. These complex carbohydrates found in plants like aloe vera and rice bran hold incredible promise for boosting immune health, promoting healing, and supporting those with chronic and neurodegenerative conditions such as Alzheimer’s and multiple sclerosis.Dr. Lewis dives deep into the science, dispelling sugar myths and …

What if one small change could completely transform your health, mindset, and overall outlook on life? In the Season 3 kickoff of The Plant-Based Curious Podcast, host Diane Randall dives into the rip…

What if one small ch…

What if one small change could completely transform your health, mindset, and overall outlook on life? In the Season 3 kickoff of The Plant-Based Curious Podcast, host Diane Randall dives into the ripple effect of plant-based living. From personal stories to practical tips, this episode is packed with insights to inspire your journey. Whether you’re curious about adding more plants to your meals or ready to embrace the lifestyle fully, you’ll leave with actionable advice and the motivation to make meaningful changes.Discover how even the smallest steps—like Meatless Mondays or swapping d…

In this special REPOST episode of the Plant-Based Curious Podcast, I’m excited to share an enlightening Interview I had with Jennifer Moore, the host of the Empowering Minds Mental Health Podcast. J…

In this special REPO…

In this special REPOST episode of the Plant-Based Curious Podcast, I’m excited to share an enlightening Interview I had with Jennifer Moore, the host of the Empowering Minds Mental Health Podcast. Jennifer and I discussed the vital connection between holistic well-being and maintaining a plant-based lifestyle, and I couldn’t wait to bring this conversation to our Plant-Based Curious audience. During our chat, we explored the challenges many faces when transitioning to a plant-based Diet, and I shared personal anecdotes about my journey and the strategies that have helped me thrive. We tou…

In this episode of the Plant-Based Curious Podcast,  I’m diving into a topic that many of us plant-based eaters face: navigating social situations. Whether it’s a family gathering, a dinner party…

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In this episode of the Plant-Based Curious Podcast,  I’m diving into a topic that many of us plant-based eaters face: navigating social situations. Whether it’s a family gathering, a dinner party, or a casual outing with friends, these scenarios can sometimes feel challenging when you’re committed to a plant-based lifestyle.I want to share my personal experiences and the strategies that have helped me feel confident and prepared in these social settings. Let’s face it—preparation is key! I’ll talk about the importance of communicating your dietary preferences with hosts ahead of t…

In this episode of Plant Based Curious, I'm excited to share with you some of my personal experiences and insights that have shaped my journey towards a more integrated, wholesome life. We'l…

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In this episode of Plant Based Curious, I'm excited to share with you some of my personal experiences and insights that have shaped my journey towards a more integrated, wholesome life. We'll explore the four pillars of holistic wellness—physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual—and how each plays a crucial role in our overall health and happiness. We'll start with the foundation, our plate. I'll discuss how the foods we choose can influence more than just our physical health, impacting our mood and energy levels in profound ways. From there, we’ll move into the art…

Welcome to a special episode of the Plant-Based Curious Podcast! Today, I'm thrilled to introduce my new book, "A Whole Life Nourished: Plant-Based Living with a Holistic Approach."In this episod…

Welcome to a special…

Welcome to a special episode of the Plant-Based Curious Podcast! Today, I'm thrilled to introduce my new book, "A Whole Life Nourished: Plant-Based Living with a Holistic Approach."In this episode, I open up about my transformative journey into plant-based living—a path that has profoundly enriched my physical health, mental Clarity, and spiritual well-being. "A Whole Life Nourished" is more than just a book; it's a collection of personal experiences and insights that I've gathered along the way.You'll learn about the beginnings of my plant-based journey and the incredibl…

In this enlightening episode of Plant-Based Curious, join me as I chat with Chris Terzakos, who shares his transformative journey toward self-love and natural healing. Chris discusses how he overcame …

In this enlightening…

In this enlightening episode of Plant-Based Curious, join me as I chat with Chris Terzakos, who shares his transformative journey toward self-love and natural healing. Chris discusses how he overcame personal traumas and embraced self-care practices, moving away from traditional medical treatments to explore natural health solutions. His experiences highlight the vital role of self-love in personal Growth and well-being.We delve into the power of self-compassion, the importance of feeling a sense of belonging to oneself, and how these elements contribute to a more fulfilled and positive life. …

In this enlightening episode of Plant-Based Curious, I’m joined by Aging expert Eileen Kopsaftis to debunk the myth that aging must be accompanied by pain and decline. We discuss the importance of m…

In this enlightening…

In this enlightening episode of Plant-Based Curious, I’m joined by aging expert Eileen Kopsaftis to debunk the myth that aging must be accompanied by pain and decline. We discuss the importance of maintaining a positive mindset about aging, and emphasize how lifestyle choices involving movement, hydration, and nutrition can significantly impact our vitality and flexibility as we age.We distinguish between typical age-related discomfort and symptoms of serious health conditions, highlighting the importance of listening to our body and seeking professional advice when necessary. This episode p…