Let's talk about how to raise vegan kids and empower vegan families in a world that is far from plant-based, especially in our piece of the Mid-West. How do we navigate parties, daycare and school, the pediatrician's office, and travel? How do we express our beliefs about vegan family life in a culture that takes kids to the zoo and where even the pumpkin patches feature exploited animals? It's easy...with this vegan fam pod! We have decades of experience being vegans and raising vegans, even when the in-laws don't like it. Everyone is welcome, vegan or not, and we welcome parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, and everyone. Tune in, suggest topics, and share in fam life to the power of V!
Plant-Based NP Lifestyle Care: An interview with Marty Malloy-McCoy, CNP/MSN
This interview serves up expert family plant-based health expertise from owner and operator of the new Plant Based NP Lifestyle Center, Marty Malloy-McCoy, in Columbus, OH. Marty explains how his new center helps people achieve their health goals, how it's different from a traditional doctor's office, and how to approach health as a family. The second half of interview is all about eating, exercise and finding lifestyle changes that work for each individual. He also shares some fun and health...
14 Aug 2020
Improvising a Recipe for Sanity this School Year, with a Sprinkle of Bravery
The return of school this year promises that our kids will be home at unexpected times for undefined periods. What do we do with this time? What if online learning doesn't work for my kid/my family? I give you suggestions from my experience as a teacher and as a home schooling mom to help you through. We have the cool bonus of being a vegan family, too, so I tell you how we weave respect for animals and the natural world into our days. As promised, here are resources I talked about in the e...
21 Jun 2020
Chef A'Donna's Virtual Cooking Class for Kids and Kitchen Wisdom from a Pro
VFCT welcomes Chef A'Donna! She is a Chef Coach, Chef Consultant, and Chef Educator with a passion for delicious, healing foods. She previews her upcoming virtual cooking class for kids and gave listeners a special discount code for $20 off: VEGANFAM. Chef A'Donna is experienced in using food to heal and consults with individuals and families as part of her work. Find out more! https://www.askchefadonna.com/ https://alignhealthgroup.com/ Support the show
15 Jun 2020
The Vegan Magic of a Daily Walk in Your Neighborhood
Most of us have more time with our kids than ever and fewer options of where to go. The daily walk I take with my dog and kids has shaped our entire homeschooling experience and has become foundation for our unschooled learning about the world. It's a slow walk, one made for observation more than exercise, although we occasionally break into a good run. How might an observational walk fit into your life? What are the benefits? How could a simple walk keep kids vegan throughout their lives? Ev...
27 May 2020
A Mindful Approach to Conflict in the Veg World: Cultivating Compassion with Dr. Seth Josephson
Even with our social distancing, conflict is still thriving in many of our lives whether on social media, in our communities, or inside of ourselves. How can we manage social strife, strong family opinions and inner turmoil when every issue seems to be or is an urgent matter of life or death? Dr. Seth Josephson, lecturer and meditation facilitator, talks us through various forms of conflict and how to frame them so that we can be more effective activists, happier people, and better communic...
8 Apr 2020
Pandemic part 2: Nutrition and Habits, with RD Anya Todd
Uncertain times call for trusted advice! VFCT talks with Registered and Licensed Dietician Anya Todd to talk about what to do day-to-day during this pandemic to maintain overall health for ourselves and for our families. We discuss stress reduction, mindful eating, food security, kids and food in a time of crisis, supplementation, and more! I mention this pod at the start of mine in case you want to get more info on how to stock up for the long haul: https://bigfatveganradio.com/ Anya ment...
26 Mar 2020
Vegan Parenting in a Pandemic, Part 1
What advice do parents have for talking to our kids about these strange times? I share what I learned from listening to U.S. House Rep. Katie Porter(CA, D), I interview my kids about their challenges during these times and how they understand it all, and I reference my latest publication in tenderlymag that gives all kinds of ideas about how to stay active for animals during a pandemic. https://medium.com/tenderlymag/staying-active-for-the-animals-during-a-pandemic-19fc40c29b62. Also, we talk...
9 Feb 2020
Remembering Archie: Our family journey through the loss of a beloved companion
Our family lost our goofy, wonderful, loving dog in December, unexpectedly. We learned so much together about grief, compassion, and remembrance. This episode shares what we learned about grieving with children, something that was new to us, and you hear from the children about their experience upon the death of our loved one, Archie. We tell you how we said goodbye and what helps us the most as we continue to adjust to what this loss means in our lives. https://vet.osu.edu/vmc/companion/our-...
1 Nov 2019
Pete Paxton, author of new book, Rescue Dogs, on how to welcome a rescue dog into your family
Author of new book, Rescue Dogs, Pete Paxton, talks with VFCT about how to find a great rescue dog fit for your home. Why are rescue dogs good for children who have special needs? What do dogs and kids have in common? He also shares what he's learned about humans and animals in nearly two decades of undercover investigative work on behalf of animals. Tune in! Read the book! https://www.penguinrandomhouse.ca/books/599676/rescue-dogs-by-pete-paxton-with-gene-stone/9780525540359 Support the show
1 Oct 2019
Screening of the Invisible Vegan, hosted by the Columbus Veg Community
On September 28, the Columbus Veg Community hosted a screening of the 90-minute indy documentary The Invisible Vegan, found on Amazon. VFCT captured rich insight from those who organized and attended the event, and we even recorded the Q&A session after the screening. About the documentary: It explores the problem of unhealthy dietary patterns in the African-American community, foregrounding the health and wellness possibilities enabled by plant-based vegan diets and lifestyle choices.&nb...
12 Sept 2019
Vegan Registered Dietician Busts Myths about Family Nutrition
What are the nutrients we most need in pregnancy? What do our children need in the various stages of life, as vegans? Our guest, a long-time vegan herself, lays out what we need at each stage of life and busts some common myths we hear all too often. Visit http://www.anyatodd.com/ for loads more about vegan nutrition! Support the show
25 Aug 2019
Voices from the Columbus, OH VeganFest! Aug. 24, 2019
Why was the Vegan Festival on August 24, 2019, in Columbus, OH, so packed and successful? Hear from vendors I interviewed who sell soul food, a children's book, gluten-free goodies and unique organic clothing! Also hear from the organizer and from people who attended--kids included. Too bad the food truck workers so busy all day or we could've heard from them ;) Support the show
19 Aug 2019
Vegan Trunk-or-Treat and Beggar's Night
Halloween is coming faster than we think, and maybe you want to learn how to host a vegan event this year--tune in! Also, how do veg fams handle beggar's night? Listen in to hear some suggestions and see the FB page for more tips from VFCT listeners around the country. Support the show
8 Aug 2019
Off to School!
Lunch packing hacksTackling lunch envy to keep kids feeling good about vegan lunchesSharing values (sweetly) with the teacher(s) and schoolAll the birthdays, celebrations and sweetsIs there anything on the supply list to question?Support the show
25 Jul 2019
Marisa Miller Wolfson Interview: Giving our kids the tools to address today's crises
Our very special guest, Marisa Miller Wolfson, creator and director of the documentary, Vegucated, discusses strategies to raise empowered kids in tumultuous times. How do we give them community, agency, and hope in the face of challenges such as climate change, animal abuse, and divided political times? How do we keep ourselves healthy in the same environment? We discuss practical ideas to raise engaged, supported youth that are always helpful but especially critical in the most urgent crise...
13 Jul 2019
RATED V: Books and Media for Vegan Fams
Some books and movies have obvious, explicit veg (Charlotte's Web) or anti-veg (Old Curious George books) messages. But most of it is somewhere in between. Which books, TV and movies have surprising messages about veganism? How do we talk to our kids when circuses and zoos slip into the plots? We compile lists of the best V media for our vegan fams! Support the show
13 Jul 2019
Navigating Daycare and Babysitters for Weegans
When weegans go off to babysitters or daycare, how do we foster their vegan diets and lifestyles? Follow 5 steps to selecting care and communicating to maximize the ease for everyone! Support the show
13 Jul 2019
Intro to VFCT and Our Vacay to Best Friends
Who is Vegan Fam In Cow Town and what are we all about? Tune in! We will be talking about our trip to the kid's camp at Best Friends in Utah, where we volunteered, loved animals, had a sleepover with a cat, and ate (and ate). Hear from Amy (Mom) and Owen (her kid) about this special trip for families. Support the show
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