2 Rowdy Vegans

Thoughts on how to stop the Amazon from burning to the ground Aug 31, 2019

Hey! In this episode we discuss our perspectives on the current climate crisis and what is happening in the Amazon Rainforest.

Is The Impossible Burger Vegan? Aug 17, 2019

Hey! In this episode we discuss the impossible burger and how to think critically as an animal rights activist.

Our World Needs A Brainwashing Aug 05, 2019

Hey! Long time no talk. We're back with a casual chat kind of episode! Hope you enjoy this one! Talk to you next week.

True or False: Ranchers Love Their Animals And Kill Them Too Jul 12, 2019

Hey! In today's episode we're unpacking this concept of loving animals and killing them too!

Involving The Government In Changing Farms And Ranchers Jul 06, 2019

Hey! In this episode, Renee sits down with Jenny Henry and Louise Jorgensen and talks about Nation Rising and the Rancher Advocacy Program.

Flashback Friday: The 1st Time The 2 Rowdy Vegans came together Jun 29, 2019

Hey! In this episode, we bring to you the first ever time Renee and Ryuji were on camera together. Pretty epic moment in my opinion. Hope you enjoy!

2 Rowdy Vegans Medley - 3 Talks from Renee & Ryuji Jun 22, 2019

Hey! A compilation of different things we've been up to lately :) Enjoy!

On being a healthy vegan Jun 15, 2019

The 2 Rowdy Vegans Strike Again

Being A Plant Based Vascular Surgeon Jun 08, 2019

Hey! In this episode, we have he plant based vascular surgeon Dr. Riz come by! Enjoy :)

How To Talk To Farmers & Ranchers - Animal Liberation Conference Workshop Jun 01, 2019

This week we have Renee's workshop at the Animal Liberation Conference! Enjoy this one :)

From 400lbs To Ultramarathon Runner - Josh LaJaunie Drops By May 25, 2019

Hey! In this incredibly inspiring podcast, we have Josh Lajaunie drop by, an ultramarathon runner and really inspiring person overall. Here, we discuss his story as well as some tips to start running and get fit. Enjoy!

Ranchers, Cowboys, & Vegans: So Close But So Far (+ Flood Aftermath) May 18, 2019

In this episode, we catch up by the "Rowdy River" (AKA flooded Rowdy Girl). Specifically, I (Ryuji) shares some insight I got lately on cowboys and ranchers and how they're just so close but so far from being vegan, we talk about the flood, and what's next.

Evacuating Our 133 Animals May 10, 2019

Hey! If you haven't heard, Rowdy Girl is evacuating because of the imminent threat of a flood. Today, most the animals were evacuated, and after the fact, Renee goes in and talks about the experience. Enjoy!

Catching Up In Person: Renee & Ryuji Rant On Veganism & Life May 04, 2019

Hey! In this episode, we catch up in real life (wow it's been a while!) We talk about what we've been up to, and how we've grown through our experiences lately. Hope you enjoy!!

Cattle Rancher Vs Vegan Ex Cattle Rancher PT 5 Apr 27, 2019

Hey! Last part of this series this week. If you've been following along, thank you so much, and hope you enjoy this epic conclusion to this story!

Cattle Rancher Vs Vegan Ex Cattle Rancher PT 5 Apr 20, 2019

Hey! Thank you so much for listening to our podcast. It means the world to us. In this episode, things get real personal. For context, this is part of a conversation that happened between Renee, Tommy, Richard and Cindy. Richard and Cindy are cattle ranchers and at the time we're releasing this they entered the Rancher Advocacy Program, which is very exciting news. Enjoy this episode, and make sure to listen to the other parts of this conversation is you enjoyed this episode!

Cattle Rancher Vs. Vegan Ex Cattle Rancher PT 4 Apr 12, 2019

What happens when 2 former cattle ranchers meet 2 current cattle ranchers? In this episode, we continue this epic conversation between Renee, Tommy, Richard and Cindy. For context, check out episodes 14, 15, and 16 for the first 3 parts!

As always, thank you so much for listening! And we’ll talk to you next week Friday.

Rowdy Girl's Advocacy: RAP & FCC Apr 05, 2019

In this episode, we have a speech that Renee did recently where she goes over the Rowdy Girl story and all the advocacy that she does, including the Rancher Advocacy Program and Families Choosing Compassion. If you're a new-ish listener, this is a perfect episode for you, and if you're a long time fan, I'm sure you'll love it too.

2 Ex Farmers Share Their Heartbreaking Past Mar 29, 2019

Hey! In this episode we have a heartfelt conversation between Renee and Jennifer, both of whom you're probably familiar with by now!
Enjoy this episode, and we'll talk to you next week!

Meeting Badass Vegan At Expo West! (Expo West Adventures Pt. 1) Mar 22, 2019

Yo! Here is a cool conversation between Renee, John Lewis (AKA Badass Vegan) and me (Ryuji) we all had at Expo West! As always, thank you so much for listening! We'll talk to you next week!

Will Miyoko Be A Part Of The Rancher Advocacy Program? Mar 15, 2019

Hey! This episode we take you behind the scenes of the Rancher Advocacy Program, with a business meeting that happened between Renee, Miyoko, and Myoko's team. Enjoy!

How To Save Animals With Direct Action - Feat. DxE Cofounder Chris Van Breen Mar 08, 2019

Hey! In this podcast, we interview the cofounder of Direct Action Everywhere (DxE) Chris Van Breen. We learned a ton from this podcast, and hopefully you will too. As always, thank you so much for listening, we'll see you next week Friday!

Cattle Rancher Vs. Vegan Ex Cattle Rancher PT 3 Mar 01, 2019

Part 3 of this conversation! This week is where it gets real & personal. Get ready to hear about hunting, sending animals to slaughter and a possible alternate future.

Cattle Rancher Vs. Vegan Ex Cattle Rancher PT 2 Feb 22, 2019

Part 2 from last week's episode! If you haven't checked out last week's episode, I really suggest you check it out first. In any case - the next part of the conversation between Renée, Tommy, and the cattle rancher and his wife.

Cattle Rancher Vs. Vegan Ex Cattle Rancher PT 1 Feb 15, 2019

Yo! This episode is an incredible conversation between Renée, Tommy and Cindy and Richard. It happened when we went up to visit them to rescue one of they cows. This conversation shatters the stereotype of what a rancher is like, so we hope you really enjoy it.

Confessions Of An Ex Chicken Farmer Feb 09, 2019

This episode is a conversation Renée had with Jennifer and Rodney Barrett, 2 ex chicken farmers who are now vegan and transforming their operation into a veganic business. In it, Jennifer and Rodney reveal little known facts about the industry, and talk about their experience.

Bringing Animal Rights Into The Government Feb 01, 2019

In this episode, we talk to Laura Montonye Reese, who wants to bring the Rancher Advocacy Program to the government.
Laura spent her career in Silicon Valley working for a semiconductor company, Altera Corporation. In the product planning department, she worked a lot with customers, she drew from what she learned and wrote a book about it, called 'Align' https://laurareesealign.com/ . (The book comes out Feb 13!). Before Silicon Valley, she earned a degree in electrical and biomedical engineering from the University of Southern California. Her hometown is Bellingham, Washington, but she was born in Annapolis MD. She's moved my whole life. So she identifies primarily as 'Earthling'.
LINKS:
Laura's campaign to end animal ag: https://www.lobbyists4good.org/animal-ag-subsidies

Vegan Justice League: veganjusticeleague.com

Laura's Youtube channel: pertaining to my lobbyists4good lobbying effort to end animal ag subsidies: https://www.youtube.com/user/montonye

and specific videos:

DMC-Dairy Subsidy(2019): https://youtu.be/d1J7SJsyXZ0
MPP-Dairy Subsidy(2018): https://youtu.be/uKyhPn4BpS4
Methane (Part 1): https://youtu.be/ya6mRxUB1IE
Lobbyists4Good Video: https://youtu.be/zMpvTpwG0A0

Organic Is Not Vegan?! Let's Talk About It. (Feat. Greg Litus) Jan 25, 2019

Hey! In this episode, we unpack little known facts about organic agriculture with Greg Litus, who you may or may not have seen in Cowspiracy ;) Enjoy!

That Time A Chicken Farm Went Bankrupt Jan 18, 2019

Recently, a Colorado chicken farm went bankrupt and 36,000 chickens were left to die. In this episode, we talk to Chrissy Dinardo, Development Director at Luvin Arms Sanctuary, who played an instrumental part in rescuing the lucky chickens who were rescued. No one wins in the animal agriculture industry, and this story perfectly illustrates that.

(2/2) Transforming Ranches & Farms: Behind The Scenes Of The Rancher Advocacy Program Jan 11, 2019

Part 2 of us breaking down what just happened here at Rowdy Girl. Here, we talk about what happened with the Barretts, the 2 chicken farmers who went vegan and are transforming their business into a veganic business. If you want to hear more about them, make sure to check out episode 7, "How To Save 700,000 Chickens A Year" where we interview them and go in depth into their story and vision.

(1/2) Transforming Ranches And Farms: Behind The Scenes Jan 05, 2019

Hey! In this episode Renee and I (Ryuji) digest what has been going on over here. From cattle ranches going vegan to farms going vegan to how we're growing as people through the process. This episode's got a lot in stock for you!

How To Save 700,000 Chickens A Year Dec 28, 2018

In this episode, we delve into the minds of Jennifer and Rodney Barrett, 2 ex chicken farmers and cattle ranchers who went vegan and who are transforming their farm into a vegan mushroom and hemp farm. When ranchers and farmers are going vegan, you know the world is changing! Stay Rowdy xoxo

A Second Cattle Ranch In Texas Goes Vegan?! Dec 21, 2018

In this episode, we interview Hollie and Davey, who are transforming a 7th generation into a vegan sanctuary. Enjoy!

How To Save A Pregnant Cow And Create A Vegan World By 2026 Dec 15, 2018

In this episode, the executive producer of Cowspiracy and What The Health Sailesh Rao drops by. And get ready for a whirlwind because we go DEEP into many important topics, including transforming ranches and farms into vegan businesses, creating a vegan world by 2026, and finding your way when you're lost in life. On top of that, Renée reveals a part of her backstory she has NEVER talked about publicly before. You're gonna laugh, learn, be inspired and perhaps even cry. Enjoy & Stay Rowdy!

Inside The Mind Of A Vegan Cattle Rancher Dec 07, 2018

Have you ever wondered what it's like to be a cattle rancher and go vegan? Find out in this episode of 2 Rowdy Vegans, featuring the one and only Tommy Sonnen - the man behind Rowdy Girl Sanctuary.

More Vegans = More Animals Dying?! Nov 30, 2018

In the USA, every year, there are more and more vegans, more and more vegan companies thriving and more and more vegan products on the market. That being the case... More animals are killed every year?
Connie Spence AKA The Vegan Batgirl unpacks that in this episode.
The Vegan Justice League:
http://veganjusticeleague.com
Links to read up:
https://thehill.com/opinion/campaign/390990-the-house-farm-bill-is-crony-capitalism-on-steroids

https://www.forbes.com/sites/adamandrzejewski/2018/08/14/mapping-the-u-s-farm-subsidy-1-million-club/#546a0f443efc

https://www.wsj.com/articles/meat-piles-up-as-production-grows-and-exports-slow-1532268000

https://www.farmaid.org/issues/farm-policy/farm-bill-101/

https://thehill.com/blogs/congress-blog/economy-budget/309575-how-agriculture-subsidies-are-hurting-farmers-taxpayers

https://www.wri.org/blog/2018/01/2018-will-see-high-meat-consumption-us-american-diet-shiftin

https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/wonk/wp/2018/06/28/americas-cheese-stockpile-just-hit-an-all-time-high/?noredirect=on&utm_term=.4d169fecba1c

https://www.ewg.org/research/subsidy-layer-cake#.W6xCzxNKii5

https://www.ers.usda.gov/topics/farm-practices-management/risk-management/government-programs-risk/

https://www.fsa.usda.gov/programs-and-services/disaster-assistance-program/emergency-assist-for-livestock-honey-bees-fish/index

https://www.fsa.usda.gov/Assets/USDA-FSA-Public/usdafiles/FactSheets/2018/elap_fact_sheet_april2018.pdf

https://www.downsizinggovernment.org/agriculture/subsidies

https://thehill.com/opinion/energy-environment/377406-dairy-industry-doesnt-deserve-american-taxpayer-bailout

https://www.cnn.com/2018/08/28/politics/farmer-bailout-trump/index.html

https://www.npr.org/sections/thesalt/2016/02/11/466317522/buy-crop-insurance-double-your-money

Dealing With Adversity As A Vegan Nov 23, 2018

Being vegan can be tough. From the heartache to the haters, we face adversity everywhere. In this episode - we unpack what YOU can do to overcome adversity and be a STRONG HAPPY vegan despite all the negativity.

Will We Ever See A Vegan World? Nov 20, 2018

Welcome to the first episode of our new show 2 Rowdy Vegans! Here we will be discussing CHANGE in the vegan / animal rights movement - and our vision is to interview people at the forefront of change to unpack how they are making change, so you can be empowered to create change.
The vegan world is coming but only if we make it happen. Join us, the animals need YOU!

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