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**Food for Thought with Colleen Patrick-Goudreau**

Celebrating 20 years! Practical, joyful, real-world inspiration for living sustainably, healthfully, and compassionately—for humankind, animalkind, and the ecosystems we all depend on. Tools, tips, stories, and resources on plant-based eating, wellness, wildlife, biodiversity, conservation, zero-waste living, travel, animals, history, etymology, and so much more hosted by author Colleen Patrick-Goudreau since 2006.

www.colleenpatrickgoudreau.com

Latest Episodes:

Vegans should stop telling people what to eat. Feb 01, 2023

Show notes

One of the criticisms often leveled at vegans is that we tell people what to eat and it’s not our business to do so.

Listen to today's small bite sound bite for my response.

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Nama Juicer — Use this link and coupon code COLLEEN10 and get 10% off my favorite juicer.
Plaine Products — Use this link and coupon code "compassion" for 15% off my favorite zero waste bath and body products.
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Thank you for listening.

This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.colleenpatrickgoudreau.com/subscribe

With so many humans suffering in the world, why spend time advocating for animals? Jan 30, 2023

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This perspective shows up in many forms, but at it's heart, it is a criticism of advocates working on behalf of one group over another. The problems we have in this world are not because of the people doing something. The problems we have in this world are because of people doing nothing.

Listen to today's small bite sound bite for my response.

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Support this podcast today at JoyfulVegan.com/Donate

Visit my website: JoyfulVegan.com

Join me on an all-inclusive vegan trip: JoyfulVeganTrips.com

AFFILIATE PARTNERS:

Nama Juicer — Use this link and coupon code COLLEEN10 and get 10% off my favorite juicer.
Plaine Products — Use this link and coupon code "compassion" for 15% off my favorite zero waste bath and body products.
Complement — Use this link and coupon code "joyfulvegan" and get 10% off my favorite supplements.

Thank you for listening.

This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.colleenpatrickgoudreau.com/subscribe

Small Bites for Big Appetites (Announcement) Jan 27, 2023

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Today's title is a bit tongue in cheek, but it is — nonetheless — accurate. A new addition to Food for Thought's weekly podcast is a mid-week "small bite" in which I address a common question, myth, misconception, or misunderstanding in a short sound bite.

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Support this podcast today at JoyfulVegan.com/Donate

Visit my website: JoyfulVegan.com

Join me on an all-inclusive vegan trip: JoyfulVeganTrips.com

AFFILIATE PARTNERS:

Nama Juicer — Use this link and coupon code COLLEEN10 and get 10% off my favorite juicer.
Plaine Products — Use this link and coupon code "compassion" for 15% off my favorite zero waste bath and body products.
Complement — Use this link and coupon code "joyfulvegan" and get 10% off my favorite supplements.

Thank you for listening.

This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.colleenpatrickgoudreau.com/subscribe

Civic Engagement for Animals: The Power of Local Political Activism Jan 20, 2023

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Join me today in conversation with Tim Anderson, animal advocate, co-founder and board member of the East Bay Animal PAC, and engaged citizen. We met over a decade ago working to stop backyard animal slaughter from becoming legal in our city, and as a result, he became one of my closest friends — and biggest inspirations.

In today's episode, Tim shares ideas for effective engagement with elected officials, talks about the power of local civic engagement to promote compassionate policies, and offers numerous ways to get involved locally on behalf of animals — finding friendships and our own authentic voice along the way.

Tim has been involved in grassroots organizing for 25 years. His efforts include work on the successful senatorial campaign for Minnesota Senator Paul Wellstone, and the 2008 presidential election of Barack Obama. Locally, he’s worked on various Oakland mayoral and city council elections, as well as city-wide ballot initiatives.

Support this podcast today at Patreon.com/ColleenPatrickGoudreau

Visit my website: JoyfulVegan.com

Join me on an all-inclusive vegan trip: JoyfulVeganTrips.com

AFFILIATE PARTNERS:

Nama Juicer — Use this link and coupon code COLLEEN10 and get 10% off my favorite juicer.
Plaine Products — Use this link and coupon code "compassion" for 15% off my favorite zero waste bath and body products.
Complement — Use this link and coupon code "joyfulvegan" and get 10% off my favorite supplements.

Thank you for listening.

This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.colleenpatrickgoudreau.com/subscribe

The Burden of Burros and the Plight of Donkeys Jan 13, 2023

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Today I want to talk to you about an animal who has, over the centuries, gone from exalted to vilified.

...an animal many people have never met but one who has been much maligned and humiliated on film, in literature, and in our language.
...an animal who is affected by the daily choices we make but who is invisible in many ways.
...an animal you may never think of, an animal you wouldn’t think would be part of the animal agriculture business.
...an animal I hope you have the privilege of meeting someday.

Today I want to tell you about the burden of burros and the plight of donkeys and explain why they mean so much to me and why they represent all animals at the mercy of humans.

In this episode, I also share two films about donkeys, Au Hasard Balthazar by Robert Bresson — one of my favorite films of all time — and EO by Jerzy Skolimowski, a film inspired by Balthazar and packed with as much power as its predecessor.

A version of this episode originally aired in 2007 but was in much need of an update. This is not just a rebroadcast; it is a re-worked and re-recorded episode about these magnificent and misunderstood animals.

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Support this podcast today at Patreon.com/ColleenPatrickGoudreau

Visit my website: JoyfulVegan.com

Join me on an all-inclusive vegan trip: JoyfulVeganTrips.com

AFFILIATE PARTNERS:

Nama Juicer — Use this link and coupon code COLLEEN10 and get 10% off my favorite juicer.
Plaine Products — Use this link and coupon code "compassion" for 15% off my favorite zero waste bath and body products.
Complement — Use this link and coupon code "joyfulvegan" and get 10% off my favorite supplements.

This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.colleenpatrickgoudreau.com/subscribe

Favorite Films and Books — Recommendations from the Past Year Jan 06, 2023

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Welcome to the first Food for Thought episode of 2023 — the 17th year of this podcast! Let's kick this new year off with recommendations of the best films and books enjoyed this past year. You can refer to the blog post for the list of movies. Grab some popcorn, sit back, and enjoy!

Support this podcast today at Patreon.com/ColleenPatrickGoudreau

Visit my website: JoyfulVegan.com

Join me on an all-inclusive vegan trip: JoyfulVeganTrips.com

AFFILIATE PARTNERS:

Nama Juicer — Use this link and coupon code COLLEEN10 and get 10% off my favorite juicer.
Plaine Products — Use this link and coupon code "compassion" for 15% off my favorite zero waste bath and body products.
Complement — Use this link and coupon code "joyfulvegan" and get 10% off my favorite supplements.

This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.colleenpatrickgoudreau.com/subscribe

Good News for Animals and Nature: 10 Reasons for Hope Dec 30, 2022

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As another year comes to a close, I wanted to give you 10 reasons to be hopeful for animals and nature by focusing on some good news from 2022.

There are many reasons to celebrate, and I hope you do! For more details, check out the blog post Good News for Animals and Nature (2022).

Support this podcast today at Patreon.com/ColleenPatrickGoudreau

Visit my website: JoyfulVegan.com

Join me on an all-inclusive vegan trip: JoyfulVeganTrips.com

AFFILIATE PARTNERS:

Nama Juicer — Use this link and coupon code COLLEEN10 and get 10% off my favorite juicer.
Plaine Products — Use this link and coupon code "compassion" for 15% off my favorite zero waste bath and body products.
Complement — Use this link and coupon code "joyfulvegan" and get 10% off my favorite supplements.

This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.colleenpatrickgoudreau.com/subscribe

The 10 Principles of Compassion Dec 23, 2022

Show notes

The problems we have in this world are not because we have so much compassion we don’t know what to do with it. The problems we have are because people aren’t living according to their own values of kindness and compassion. What does it mean to live according to compassion? Today I share with you The 10 Principles of Compassion as I see them.

Support this podcast today at Patreon.com/ColleenPatrickGoudreau

Visit my website: JoyfulVegan.com

Join me on an all-inclusive vegan trip: JoyfulVeganTrips.com

AFFILIATE PARTNERS:

Nama Juicer — Use this link and coupon code COLLEEN10 and get 10% off my favorite juicer.
Plaine Products — Use this link and coupon code "compassion" for 15% off my favorite zero waste bath and body products.
Complement — Use this link and coupon code "joyfulvegan" and get 10% off my favorite supplements.

This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.colleenpatrickgoudreau.com/subscribe

A Magical Fairytale Christmas in Alsace (A Conversation) Dec 08, 2022

Show notes

In conversation with Brighde Reed of World Vegan Travel, the two of us share all the reasons why Alsace France is a magical place to visit anytime of year, but especially at Christmastime:

Quaint medieval villages
Festive Christmas markets
Dramatic castles
Bear and wolf sanctuary in the Black Forest
Wine
History
Culture...
and glorious French food…made plant-based and delicious!

We're going back again and taking folks with us, but whether or not you join us on our Joyful Vegan Trip to Alsace or plan on traveling there on your own, this episode will make you want to curl up with some hot cocoa (or mulled wine) in front of a warming fire.

This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.colleenpatrickgoudreau.com/subscribe

Food and Feasting: The 12 (Vegan) Days of Christmas Dec 02, 2022

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Whereas the period BEFORE Christmas has historically been about contemplation and self-reflection, the period starting AT Christmas and going for 12 days thereafter is all about feasting, revelry, merriment!

In today's episode, I argue that feasting and festivities are a lot more meaningful when they follow a period of deprivation. I also share my Tudor-style menu for the 12 days of Christmas and encourage you to check out the new recipe bundle of recipes inspired by the song, The 12 Days of Christmas. Enjoy!

Support this podcast today at Patreon.com/ColleenPatrickGoudreau

Visit my website: JoyfulVegan.com

Join me on an all-inclusive vegan trip: JoyfulVeganTrips.com

AFFILIATE PARTNERS:

Nama Juicer — Use this link and coupon code COLLEEN10 and get 10% off my favorite juicer.
Plaine Products — Use this link and coupon code "compassion" for 15% off my favorite zero waste bath and body products.
Complement — Use this link and coupon code "joyfulvegan" and get 10% off my favorite supplements.

This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.colleenpatrickgoudreau.com/subscribe