Jamie's Corner

Gather around my dear children, I have a super cool episode for you... Meet Sharon Gannon, artist, dancer, musician, poet, activist, and founder of Jivamukti Yoga which teaches compassion for all living beings. She is the author of over 14 books, she's created a global yoga practice as a means to unite, she strives daily to be closer to God, and every day she lives her life to uplift others. In this episode Sharon tells us about her past as an artist, her transition to veganism, and her desire to create lasting positive change in the world. Most of us think of yoga as a workout but in this episode we discover it is so much more. We delve deep into how yoga is directly correlated with veganism, enlightenment, love, peace, union, connection and everlasting happiness. I feel like I've only scratched the surface with Sharon but here's what we were able to talk about in an hour podcast episode. If you feel inspired after watching, check out some of Sharon's work below. Enjoy the episode. *This Episode is also available on Spotify, Apple, Google Play. Sharon's Work: https://jivamuktiyoga.com/yoga-and-veganism/ https://open.spotify.com/artist/6pR7fddiIrCkaVjTGFm20v Timecodes: 0:00 - 2:53 - Introduction 2:54 - 4:03 - Who are you? 4:05 - 7:03 - How did you go vegan? 7:04 - 11:44 - Studying Yoga and Spirituality 11:45 - 14:45 - Why should we care about how we treat others? 14:46 - 18:29 - Yoga and Vegansim 18:30 - 22:59 - There is no such thing as "others" 23:00 - 23:50 - Ahimsa Do No Harm 23:51 - 24:20 - Asteya Non-stealing 24:21 - 27:50 - Satya Tell The Truth 27:51 - 31:53 - Brahmacharya Do Not Sexually Assault 31:54 - 34:45 - Aparigraha Non-Greed 34:46 - 35:31 - Why are some yogi's not vegan? 35:32 - 44:50 - We need to "Normalize" veganism 44:51 - 55:00 - What is Yoga? 55:01 - 1:00:00 - Status Quo 1:00:00 - 1:05:54 - Conclusion Follow us: https://jivamuktiyoga.com https://www.instagram.com/sharongannon/ https://www.itsjamiescorner.com

What the hell is cultivated or LAB GROWN MEAT? Today, Paul Bevan, the CEO of Magic Valley a cultivated meat company in Australia answers all your questions.

In this episode, Paul explains what it is, how it works, scaling the product, timeline and all the benefits of cultivated meat. If we could give people the option to eat meat as they know it, without slaughtering an animal why wouldn't we? Get ready to have your mind blown! This is the future!

*This Episode is also available on Spotify, Apple, Google Play. Follow us: https://magicvalley.com.au https://www.itsjamiescorner.com

In this episode, artist Dios Mac opens up about his transformative journey into veganism, unveiling how it guided him on a spiritual quest for liberation. Join us as we delve into the rich tapestry of intersectionality, exploring the profound connections between culture, spirituality, and more. Enjoy the episode! *This Episode is also available on Spotify, Apple, Google Play. Follow us: https://www.instagram.com/diosmac/ https://www.itsjamiescorner.com

Good Day Mates! I had the pleasure of interviewing Louise Ward, State Director of the Animal Justice Party in Australia. Louise joins us to talk about the importance of getting our voices heard in parliament, social justice strategy, and the devastating massacre currently happening to Australia’s native animal kangaroos.

Everyday Louise works on issues related to animal rights to pass laws to assist the wellbeing of animals. With two Members of Parliament and two Councillors elected, the Party is already taking huge steps forward for animals - holding the government to account, and introducing bills and motions to end animal cruelty. 

It’s been such an honor to speak to Louise and I hope you guys enjoy the episode! *This Episode is also available on Spotify, Apple, Google Play. Follow us: https://www.animaljusticeparty.org https://www.itsjamiescorner.com

Let's talk the future of fashion people! I had the pleasure of interviewing the CEO of Material Innovation Initiative, Nicole Rawling about Next Gen materials and sustainability. Nicole began her journey as a lawyer in the animal rights space before transitioning to becoming the CEO of MII which acts as a sustainability consultant for major fashion brands. Material Innovation Initiative aims to accelerate the availability of high-quality, high-performance, animal-free, and environmentally preferred materials. Today I ask Nicole about where the fashion industry is at today in terms of their willingness to leave animals off their lines. She breaks down the complex science, data and consumer research to give us an answer. Enjoy the episode guys! *This Episode is also available on Spotify, Apple, Google Play. Follow us: https://materialinnovation.org https://www.itsjamiescorner.com

In this compelling episode, I have the privilege of conversing with the founder of the Duo Duo Project, an organization dedicated to eradicating China's Dog and Cat Meat Trade.

Andrea's journey began with her deep affection for dogs. A pivotal moment occurred when she received a warning about her own dog potentially falling victim to the illicit dog meat trade. Upon investigating the industry, she was confronted with the harsh reality that surpassed her initial apprehensions. Shockingly, over 10 million dogs are slaughtered for meat in China every year.

Throughout this episode, Andrea sheds light on the staggering scale of the issue, delves into the prevailing societal attitudes, and explores actionable steps we can take to contribute to a solution. I challenge her to explore the ethical distinctions, if any, between consuming dogs and other animals such as pigs, chickens, or cows.Get ready, this is a good one. Enjoy the episode. *This Episode is also available on Spotify, Apple, Google Play. Timecodes: 0:00 - 2:00 Introduction 2:00 - 7:19 What is Duo Duo Project?7:20 - 9:20 Scale of the problem 9:21 - 14:40 Stopping the dog slaughter trucks14:41 - 18:30 Inside a dog slaughterhouse 18:31 - 22:00 What is the mindset of people who eat dogs? 22:01 - 23:00 What keeps you motivated? 23:01 - 26:00 Achievements 26:00 - 29:27 Dogs are the gateway animals 29:28 - 34:00 Veganism 34:01 - 37:00 What kinds of dogs do they kill for meat? 37:01 - How are they killed? Follow us: https://www.duoduoproject.org https://www.itsjamiescorner.com

In this episode, I sit down with Steven Rouk, the visionary founder of Connect For Animals, delving into the crucial role of social support in activism.

Embarking on a vegan lifestyle requires courage to challenge the status quo. Join us as we explore the profound impact of standing against the mainstream and the vital significance of fostering a supportive community in the realm of activism. Steven shares his insights and experiences, shedding light on the transformative power of connection and collaboration in advocating for change.

Tune in as we unravel the layers of activism, discovering how collective strength and shared values can amplify the impact of individual choices. We discuss not only the challenges but also the triumphs of activism fueled by a sense of community.

Enjoy the episode. *This Episode is also available on Spotify, Apple, Google Play. Follow us:

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In this episode, I sit down with Jessica Karwat, a vegan nutritionist specializing in women's health. We delve into the essentials of maintaining optimal well-being on a plant-based diet and explore what our female bodies specifically require for a healthy lifestyle. It all started when Jessica grappled with severe acne. Exhausting a range of solutions, including topical creams, oral medications, laser treatments, and more, without success. It wasn't until she embraced a vegan lifestyle that she observed a transformation in her skin. This pivotal experience ignited a lasting passion for health and wellness, motivating her to inspire others to flourish on a plant-based journey. Tune in as we unravel the truth around birth control, a balanced diet, hormones, weight loss, vitamins and supplements and more. Enjoy the episode. *This Episode is also available on Spotify, Apple, Google Play.

Timecodes:

0:00 - 2:36 Introduction 2:27 - 6:25 How Jessica's trouble with her skin lead her to veganism

6:26 - 10:20 Birth control 10:21 - 15:40 Getting essential nutrients on a plant based diet 15:41 - 20:40 Bloating, Gas and the connection with your gut microbiome 20:41 - 24:20 Phases of menstrual cycle 24:21 - 26:45 Sample meals 26:46 - 31:45 Natural birth control 31:46 - 41:15 Supplements 41:16 - 46:30 Energy and spirituality 46:31 - 50:02 Can you be vegan part of the time? 50:03 - 51:50 Why do vegans make their food look like meat? 51:51 - 55:00 Converting her partner 55:01 - 57:00 The meat and dairy agenda 57:01 - 59:00 Draw people in with health 59:00 - 1:03:00 What it's like working with Jess 1:03:01 What Jess eats in a day1:11:48 - 1:16:21 - Skincare1:16:22 - 1:18:28 Conclusion Follow us: https://www.instagram.com/iamjessicakarwat/ https://www.itsjamiescorner.com

Work with Jess:  https://www.womensacademyoftransformation.com/plantiful-goddess-program

Podcast Jess: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jessica-karwat

Free Cycle Syncing Guide: https://www.womensacademyoftransformation.com/free-miniworkbook

In this episode, I sit down with Robert Grillo, founder of a grassroots organization called Slaughter Free Network to discuss the importance of pressure campaigns, strategic forms of actions, working with non vegans, and the tipping point of social justice movements.

Robert has this stuff down to a science and he explains how we can be more effective and collaborative as a movement. Tune in as we reflect on other social justice movements to determine how we too, can achieve success. Enjoy the episode. *This Episode is also available on Spotify, Apple, Google Play. Follow us: https://slaughterfreenetwork.org https://www.itsjamiescorner.com

In this episode, I sit down with Lisa DeCrescente, Director of Special Projects at FARM USA and Writer of The Next Girl Film to discuss special upcoming events in the animal rights movement, The Next Girl Film, effective ways to advocate, and more. Once a successful restauranteur in NYC, turned vegan activist Lisa shares how veganism has turned her world upside town and become a major part of her identity. Enjoy the episode. *This Episode is also available on Spotify, Apple, Google Play. Timecodes: 0:00 - 1:34 Introduction 1:35 - 3:00 What is FARM USA? 3:00 - 12:45 The Next Girl Film 12:46 - 19:50 The Vkind Experience 19:51 - 23:22 Lisa's background 23:23 - 32:00 Challenges you face as a vegan 32:01 - 36:38 Vegan Fashion Show in D.C. 36:38 - 45:30 Ditching Dairy 45:31 - 52:43 Conclusion Follow us: https://www.itsjamiescorner.com https://farmusa.org https://ditchdairy.com https://planetseriesevents.org

In this episode, I sit down with Victoria Moran, an award winning author, speaker, and animal rights activist to discuss what it was like being vegan 50 years ago. From the vegetarian days in the 1970's to the frontlines of change today, Victoria is the founder of Main Street Vegan Academy where she helps people find their place and value in the animal rights movement. Her courses include educational training about veganism, entrepreneur workshops, communication tools, networking and more! Victoria is the perfect example of what it means to lead by example and it was such an honor to have her on the show and record this episode together. Enjoy! *This Episode is also available on Spotify, Apple, Google Play. Timecodes: 0:00 - 2:10 Introduction 2:10 - 4:05 How Victoria went vegan 4:05 - 6:00 How did non vegans react at the time? 6:00 - 7:30 Veganism in the 1970s 7:30 - 13:00 Change over the years 13:00 - 18:00 How to stay strong 18:00 - 28:00 Main Street Vegan Academy 28:00 - 34:00 Responding with empathy 34:00 - 48:00 Non judgmental approach 48:00 - 57:00 Turning Husband Vegan 57:00 - 1:05:00 Activism 1:05:00 - 1:07:00 Favorite vegan products and food 1:07:00 - 1:08:00 Conclusion Follow us: https://mainstreetvegan.com https://victoriamoran.com https://www.itsjamiescorner.com

In this episode, I sit down with Ryuji Chua, to discuss effective ways to advocate, expanding the reach of our message, wild animal suffering and the scale of the issue with animal agriculture. Ryuji Chua is a filmmaker and educator renowned for his impactful contributions to animal rights. Among his notable achievements are his appearance on The Daily Show with Trevor Noah, his documentary titled "How Conscious Can a Fish Be?", and his collaboration with Surge Activism on various videos. One of the aspects I truly admire about Ryuji is his ability to simplify intricate subjects, making them accessible to the broader public. He serves as a tremendous source of inspiration to me, and I trust that you'll also gain valuable insights from him in this episode – just as I did! *This Episode is also available on Spotify, Apple, Google Play. First episode together: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tndLxAiTgf4&t=100s Timecodes: 0:00 - 2:10 Introduction 2:15 - 8:10 How Conscious Can a Fish Be? 8:20 - 20:00 Wild animal suffering 21:00 - 27:00 Scale of animal ag 28:00 - 42:00 Effective tactics for activism 42:00 - 48:00 How many animals are killed every year? 48:35 - 53:00 The world is changing 53:00 - 58:00 Living a simple life 58:00 - 1:01:30 Conclusion Follow us: https://www.ryujichua.com https://www.itsjamiescorner.com

In this episode, the award-winning Australian athlete James Newbury unveils the secrets to maintaining a thriving plant-based diet, achieving peak physical fitness, staying relentlessly motivated, and much more. James candidly discusses the pivotal moment that led him to embrace a vegan lifestyle, shedding light on how this dietary shift has not only elevated his overall well-being but also catapulted his athletic prowess to new heights. Alongside these triumphs, he courageously opens up about the challenges and resistance he encountered from his inner circle of friends and family, offering valuable insights into his journey of resilience and perseverance. Hope you enjoy this episode. Thanks for watching! *This Episode is also available on Spotify, Apple, Google Play. Follow us: https://www.instagram.com/jamesnewbury/ instagram.com/itsjamiescorner

In today's episode I have Marielle Williamson on the podcast to talk about how she is suing her school district and the United States Department of Agriculture for violating her first amendment rights after she was told she could only promote non-dairy milk if she also promoted animal-based milk. Various studies have linked dairy to an increased risk of breast, ovarian, and prostate cancers. On top of that, many people have a hard time digesting it. Despite it's unhealthy nature and the animal cruelty, Dairy has been pushed on students in schools since the 1950's and now people are finally trying to put a stop to it, Marielle being a big part of this process. Hope you enjoy this episode. Thanks for watching! *This Episode is also available on Spotify, Apple, Google Play. Follow us: instagram.com/marielle__williamson/ instagram.com/itsjamiescorner

In this episode, Ashley Byrne and I recap the iconic coach fashion show disruption which made headlines. We talk about the planning that went into it, the nerves, and the positive and negative backlash on social media. PETA is notorious for these kinds of actions and trust me, there's a method to their madness. In this episode we discuss the importance of disrupting the status quo and how it leads to change. Everyone wants to attack the messenger instead of actually facing the message and our last episode together was called "The Truth About PETA" where we myth bust all the false claims big ag has made about PETA. Well one thing people can't argue is that LEATHER KILLS... And that's just what my sign said.https://www.youtube.com/shorts/mYPJ0ZYA6hEHope you enjoy this episode. Thanks for watching! *This Episode is also available on Spotify, Apple, Google Play. Follow us: instagram.com/peta instagram.com/ashlovesmongo instagram.com/itsjamiescorner

In this episode, I sit down with Emma Hakansson, the author of Total Ethics Fashion, to unveil the truth about the leather, wool, fur and silk industries. Emma started her career in the fashion industry as a model and now works as a consultant, researcher, educator and activist to help companies shift their products to cruelty-free, sustainable and vegan materials. With her extensive background and expertise in the field, Emma provides valuable insights into the ethical and environmental implications of using animal-derived materials in fashion. We delve into the challenges she sometimes faces when proposing change to the fashion industry, the alternatives available, and the transformative potential of embracing a more compassionate approach to fashion. Join us in this enlightening conversation as we explore the profound impact of ethical choices on the world of fashion and how consumers can make informed decisions to support a more sustainable and humane future. *This Episode is also available on Spotify, Apple, Google Play. Timecodes: 0:00 - 02:25 Introduction 02:26 - 03:21 How did you get involved in the fashion industry? 03:22 - 9:12 Disrupting the Coach fashion show 9:13 - 13:00 Is the leather industry a by-product of the meat industry? 13:01 - 14:16 Fast fashion vs. luxury fashion 14:17 - 18:48 Is vegan leather sustainable? 18:49 - 24:09 What's the problem with wool? 24:10 - 25:00 Alternatives to leather 25:35 - 26:00 Alternatives to wool 26:10 - 27:47 Wearing second hand leather or fur 27:48 - 31:37 What's wrong with Fur? 31:38 - 32:36 SLAY the film 32:37 - 33:10 What to do with the leather and fur you already have? 33:18 - 35:00 What's wrong with silk? 35:01 - 40:39 Wrapping up Emma's Book: https://www.collectivefashionjustice.org/book-store Follow us: https://www.collectivefashionjustice.org https://www.itsjamiescorner.com

In this episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Cathy Rogers, the founder of Flip Flops Animal Sanctuary. Cathy shares her inspiring journey of how she went vegan, started the sanctuary, and the challenges she has faced along the way. Cathy's love for animals started at a young age, and she always knew that she wanted to do something to help them. She opened Flip Flops Animal Sanctuary in 2012, and since then, the sanctuary has become a haven for many animals who were once abandoned, abused, or neglected. Cathy's resilience and determination is truly remarkable, and her story is an inspiration to anyone who wants to make a difference in the world. Tune in to hear more about Cathy's journey and the amazing work she is doing at Flip Flops Animal Sanctuary. For more information: flipflopsanimalsanctuary.org itsjamiescorner.com

Want to film outreach conversations? Start a YouTube Channel? Become more active for the animals? This is the episode for you! Natalie Fulton joins Jamie's Corner to talk about her experience starting a YouTube channel and filming street style interviews with strangers in New Orleans.

She shares tips and tricks for increasing your outreach skills, filming alone with low cost equipment, editing tools and more. She also shares breath work benefits, her favorite meals, skincare and more!

Enjoy the episode!

For more information:

https://www.youtube.com/@Natalie.Fulton

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