The Kalevangelist
Food & Cooking Podcasts
The Kalevangelist shares stories of lives--and bodies!--changed by adopting a plant-based / vegan diet. In addition to interviews with guests who've transformed their health and lives by ditching animal products, our shorter "Plate Full of Plants" segments feature delicious plant-based recipes that you can add to YOUR plate. Whether you've been a vegan for decades, are a newbie, or just want ideas for Meatless Mondays, you're sure to find inspiration on the Kalevangelist.
Location:
United States
Genres:
Food & Cooking Podcasts
Description:
The Kalevangelist shares stories of lives--and bodies!--changed by adopting a plant-based / vegan diet. In addition to interviews with guests who've transformed their health and lives by ditching animal products, our shorter "Plate Full of Plants" segments feature delicious plant-based recipes that you can add to YOUR plate. Whether you've been a vegan for decades, are a newbie, or just want ideas for Meatless Mondays, you're sure to find inspiration on the Kalevangelist.
Language:
English
Contact:
5037028799
Episodes
Episode 17: Reversing Type 2 Diabetes with Pat and Ruth Clifford
5/19/2021
Married for over 50 years, Pat and Ruth Clifford are a delight. Their mutual respect, love, and fun-loving ways come through in this conversation. Years ago, Pat was diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes. Yet it was what his doctor said to him after the diagnosis that changed the course of Pat's life and health. He said, "You're diabetic, but you don't have to be." He inspired Pat to remove all animal products from his diet and incorporate plentiful whole foods onto his plate. Pat and Ruth took on...
Duration:00:37:40
Episode 16: Maria Bahruth, the Vegan Restaurateur
5/12/2021
Late one night two years ago, Maria Baruth, the owner of the High Note Café right here in Boise, Idaho, started watching the disturbing documentary, "Dominion." Narrated by Joaquin Phoenix, “Dominion uses drones, hidden and handheld cameras to expose the dark underbelly of modern animal agriculture, questioning the morality and validity of humankind’s dominion over the animal kingdom.” Just 15 minutes into the documentary, Maria found herself in tears as she considered not only the...
Duration:00:44:47
Episode 15: The Incredible, Edible Cashew
5/4/2021
Recipe links in show notes! When I went plant based and started looking for fun new recipes to prepare for my family, I was blown away by all the recipes that included cashews! Prior to becoming vegan, I just thought of cashews as a snack food to eat as-is. Boy, was I wrong. They have quickly become a staple in my pantry. Not only are there some impressive health benefits to including cashews in your diet, but they are CRAZY versatile and can be used for everything from homemade cream cheese...
Duration:00:23:14
Episode 14: Kadee Acree--Running on Plants
4/27/2021
Kadee Acree and I worked together YEARS ago...and by years I mean decades! Twelve years ago, she was inspired to give plant-based eating a try. In fact, when she first made the switch, she went RAW! After experiencing amazing health benefits from a raw vegan diet, her husband decided he wanted to give the plant-based thing a try. Eventually they settled on a predominantly whole foods, plant based diet, and they've never felt better. Her running--and recovery--game is greatly improved thanks...
Duration:00:38:15
Episode 13: Lynda and Tom Pierce, the Happily Plant-Based Couple
4/20/2021
It was so much fun interviewing Lynda and Tom! Not only did we make the switch to a plant-based diet around the same time, but we were also inspired to do so by the same person--my sister-in-law, Dr. DeOna Bridgeman. Lynda and Tom have sage advice for anyone considering a plant-based diet: just give it a month, and see the HUGE impact it can have on your health! They saw medical issues disappear, the pounds melted away, they are no longer on the brink of needing blood pressure medication,...
Duration:00:42:30
Episode 12: Lynn Byerley--Aging in Reverse
4/13/2021
As a teenager, Lynn Byerley was diagnosed as a Type 1 Diabetic. While diabetes management in and of itself is a challenge, Lynn found herself struggling to find a way to just feel good over the years. As she will share in this interview, at just 50 years of age she didn’t think she’d make it to see 60. But now, over a decade later, she’s feeling better than she has in decades, and you can tell just by the way she sounds that she has boatloads of energy and feels terrific. I hope you enjoy...
Duration:00:47:27
Episode 11: Dean Bundy - Still here, thanks to plants (and a great doctor!)
4/6/2021
When Dean Bundy's doctors told him he had a year--maybe two--left to live unless he made some major changes, he knew he had to take action. He made the switch to a plant-based diet, with IMMEDIATE improvements in his health and well-being. Thirteen years later, he and his wife have no intention of going back to their previous way of eating. Along the way, they have "kalevangelized" several other people, including his own doctors! Dean's story is so inspirational; I hope you enjoy listening...
Duration:00:54:53
Episode 10: Incredible, Edible Soy
3/23/2021
On this episode of The Kalevangelist, I walk through some of my favorite ahhhhmmmaaaayyyyzing, delicious, healthy products made out of the incredible soybean. From soy curls to tempeh, tofu to soy sauce, there seems to be no end to this delectable bean's possibilities!
We also look into the rumors about soy, particularly as relate to breast cancer and man boobs. We put these myths to the test, cast them aside, and dive in to the incredible variety of yummy options made available by this...
Duration:00:31:47
Episode 9: Vegan Hawaiian Bowl with Robin Ewing
3/17/2021
On this "Plate Full of Plants" segment of The Kalevangelist, Robin Ewing -- our guest from Episode 8 -- walks us through how to make one of her family's favorite quick, easy, and delicious meals, a Vegan Hawaiian Bowl.
This recipe is very flexible, with no precise measurements needed. Adjust based on the number of servings you'd like to make and how much of each ingredient you'd like in every delicious bite. You can also adjust the ingredients...roasted sweet potatoes and cauliflower would...
Duration:00:10:00
Episode 8: Robin Ewing, Plant-Based After Breast Cancer
3/16/2021
After a breast-cancer diagnosis, Robin Ewing wanted to take charge of her life...and her health. When a fellow breast-cancer survivor suggested she watch the documentaries What the Health and Forks Over Knives, Robin did so in an effort to avoid additional prescription medications. With her oncologist's blessing, she adopted a plant-based diet and was quickly joined by her family. Today, they are all loving the impact their switch has had on their diet, their health, and the way they view...
Duration:00:34:48
Episode 7: Lee Thornquist, the Man Running Around Lake Michigan
3/9/2021
Think you need to eat animal products to get enough protein for peak athletic performance? Think again! Lee Thornquist is preparing for an athletic feat most of us would never even imagine...he is going to run AROUND Lake Michigan--a distance of about 1,100 miles--over 36 days. That's 31 miles--more than a marathon--every day for over a month!! And he's doing this, fueled by a plant-based diet.
Not only is Lee challenging himself with this effort, he is also doing this to raise money for...
Duration:00:44:34
Episode 5: Tray Bake with Dr. DeOna Bridgeman
3/2/2021
Dr. DeOna shares one of her favorite quick and easy plant-based recipes...and you only need one pan! Inspired by a recipe in Plant Based Magazine (we searched and search and couldn't find the recipe online to link to), Dr. DeOna has tweaked the recipe over time to make it her own. This tray bake recipe features roasted potatoes and tomatoes along with chickpeas and other vegetables. Be sure to listen to the episode for Dr. DeOna's tips and tweaks!
Dr. DeOna's Tray Bake
Cherry tomatoes (2...
Duration:00:07:39
Episode 6: Roasted Beet Salad with Dr. DeOna Bridgeman
3/2/2021
Dr. DeOna Bridgeman put on her chef's hat and created this recipe for a Roasted Beet Salad/Appetizer with creamy cashew cheese. Yummmm.
Dr. DeOna's Roasted Beet Salad with Creamy Cashew Cheese
Beets (Dr. DeOna recommends golden beets, to prevent stained fingers!). If serving as a main dish, use 3 small to medium beets per person. If as an appetizer/side salad, use one per person.
Olive oil (if desired)
Miyokos Classic Chive Cashew Milk Cheese
Greens of choice (arugula or spinach are...
Duration:00:06:26
Episode 4: Dr. DeOna Bridgeman
3/2/2021
It's not just a coincidence that we have the same last name! Dr. DeOna Bridgeman is my sister-in-law, and the person who introduced me to plant-based eating. So you could say that without her, there would be no Kalevangelist! In this episode we walk through how she became interested in -- and jumped right into -- plant based eating, how she started "kalevangelizing" to her patients, and the health benefits she and her patients have experienced by cutting animal products out of their diets....
Duration:00:58:56
Episode 1: Hi, my name is Lori, and I'm a vegan
2/23/2021
Hi there! I'm Lori Bridgeman, the host of The Kalevangelist. In this very first episode, I'm going to share my story of switching to a plant-based / vegan diet and the amazing impact it has had on my health. I'll do this through answering the questions I've received from people curious to learn more.
The first recipe is for a Vegan Wendy's Mock Spicy "Chicken" Sandwich, from the Vegan Caveman. Be sure to tune in to episode 2 to hear how I change this recipe up to make it a bit simpler and...
Duration:00:31:53
Episode 2: Vegan Wendy's Mock "Chicken" Sandwich by the Vegan Caveman
2/23/2021
In The Kalevangelist's first "Plate Full of Plants" segment, I'm going to share with you how to make my family's favorite meal that I have made....EVER! Even compared to our "pre-vegan" days.
It's the Mock Wendy's Spicy "Chicken" Sandwich by the Vegan Caveman. Of course you can just click on the link to see the recipe, but in this episode I share with you my tweaks to make the recipe a little simpler and healthier as well as serving suggestions. This is a great make-ahead recipe. I have...
Duration:00:09:04
Episode 3: Chickpea "Tuna" Salad by the Simple Veganista
2/23/2021
The "Plate Full of Plants" segments of The Kalevangelist are shorter segments focused on a delicious plant-based recipe that I or my guests love.
On this episode, hear how I make my version of the Simple Veganista's Chickpea "Tuna" Salad. This is a delicious, fish-free replacement for traditional tuna salad. Excellent in a wrap, on a sandwich, or as a dip with crackers or celery!
Duration:00:06:34