Big Fat Vegan Radio

Episode 115 (Air Date: September 20th, 2019) Here’s another episode from the 2019 Asheville VeganFest. This episode features a talk from a vegan athlete panel including bodybuilder Erin Fergus, runner Dr. Betty Smith, powerlifter Daniel Austin, and lifestyle coach Brittany Sadé. Follow those of them who are on Instagram: Erin Fergus: @veganfergiefitness Daniel Austin: @veganxmeathead Brittany Sadé: … Episode 115 – Vegan Athletes (at Asheville VegFest) Read More »

Episode 114 (Air Date: July 18th, 2019) So there I was hosting the 2019 Asheville VeganFest, introducing speaker after speaker, when I got the idea: Why not record these speakers and share their talks on the podcast? The first person I asked was Lisa McDonald of Sanctuary Brewing Company and Sweet Bear Rescue Farm.  She was … Episode 114 – Balancing Animal Care, Self Care & Work Life (Lisa McDonald) Read More »

Episode 113 (Air Date: June 14th, 2019) Have you ever recorded an interview, then stashed the audio away somewhere you were sure you wouldn’t lose it?  Well an interview I recorded with my dear friend Jeff Mannes has now thawed out in time for summer! Today’s episode is the FIRST in a series of a new … Episode 113 – Extra Curricula! Orgysmic with Jeff Mannes [EXPLICIT] Read More »

Episode 112 (Air Date: May 21st, 2019) Here it is! The long awaited sequal to Ex-Ex-Vegans, Part 1! I had originally selected eight people to interview.  In this episode, you will hear from the remaining four.  As always — I meant to get to this episode so much sooner but [insert various excuses here which you’ve … Episode 112 – Ex-Ex-Vegans, Part 2 Read More »

Episode 111 (Air Date: April 30th, 2019) Here’s an update from Ben on the road. Literally. Not “here’s an update from Ben once he’s back at his computer…” This entire episode was recorded, edited, mixed, uploaded, and published — from Ben’s Android phone!!! Yes, that’s right, for years I’ve wondered if there were ANY way possible … Episode 111 – Wheel Reinvented, or French Toast Read More »

Episode 110 (Air Date: February 25th, 2019) Have you hear the one about the girl who offered The Pope a million dollars to go vegan? Well, if that sounds like the setup for a joke — it’s not! Meet Genesis Butler, recipient of the Young Animal Activist Award at the 2018 Animal Rights National Conference, is … Episode 110 – Genesis Butler, Million Dollar Vegan Read More »

Episode 109 (Air Date: February 18th, 2019) Here’s an episode I’ve been wanting to do for quite some time now!  Thank you to everyone who reached out to be a part of this episode.  When I asked if there were any “Ex-Ex-Vegans” out there who wanted to share their stories, the response was overwhelming!  Nearly 30 … Episode 109 – Ex-Ex-Vegans, Part 1 Read More »

Episode 108 (Air Date: February 12th, 2019)   Happy Halloween! …and Thanksgiving! And Holidays! And New Year’s! …won’t you be my Valentine?   Okay, so this is the longest hiatus I have taken from Big Fat Vegan Radio since it began.  I’ve taken a month before to post a new episode.  Even two I think. But … Episode 108 – Ben is back! (So is his ADHD!) Read More »

Episode 107 (Air Date: October 17th, 2018) Today’s episode consists of a conversation I had with someone over Instagram Live. This is a long, unusual, and intense discussion between myself and a fellow vegan who identifies as transphobic. PLEASE LISTEN TO THE ENTIRE CONVERSATION before making any judgments, comments, or replies. I ask that everyone listening … Episode 107 – Transphobia in the Vegan Community Read More »

Episode 106 (Air Date: August 25th, 2018) First off – I left you all waiting TWO WHOLE MONTHS for a new podcast episode and I am so sorry for that! The fact that you are reading these words now and listening to this episode means the world to me so thank you! I wanted to get … Episode 106 – Interview: Chris Cooney (The Vegan Zombie MOVIE!) Read More »

Episode 105 (Air Date: June 27th, 2018) Guess what! PETA is launching a new Vegan Mentor Program! Today, Keith Burgeson joins us to talk about this exciting new program, what it makes available to those newbie vegans seeking support, and how you can get involved! Keith Burgeson, a native of southern New Jersey, holds a bachelor’s degree … Episode 105 – Keith Burgeson: PETA Vegan Mentor Program Read More »

Episode 104 (Air Date: May 8th, 2018) Did you hear the news? Ben/Honey is one of the top ten finalists for PETA’s Sexiest Vegan Next Door contest!   UPDATE: Remember how I said I was going to create new “Secret Shows” again just for Patreon supporters? Well… when I posted this episode, I accidentally posted it … Episode 104 – PETA’s Sexiest Vegan Next Door Read More »

Episode 103 (Air Date: April 1st, 2018) Happy April, and APRIL FOOL’S DAY! I’m keeping it going with the guest co-host thing!  And today I’m welcoming to the show fellow Midwesterner, Jennifer Carlson! Be sure to join our Big Fat Vegan Radio Listeners Facebook page, and let me know if you’d like to co-host an episode with … Episode 103 – Guest Co-Host: Jennifer Carlson! Read More »

Episode 102 (Air Date: March 1st, 2018) Happy March, y’all!  Happy one-more-week until I’m 39 years old and therefore official sound like I’m lying about my age… Is it too late in the year to say “New Year, New Me”? If not, I want to say New Year, New Podcast Format!!! As I’ve been teasing on … Episode 102 – Our First Guest Co-Host: Ashe Harris! Read More »

Episode 101 (Air Date: January 27th, 2018)   Alright you guys…   I’m gonna change it up a bit! As 2017 drew to a close, I really felt compelled to put together a year in a review for you guys.  2017 really was a remarkable year in my life, and I personally feel it’s very … Episode 101 – Ben’s 2017 Year in Review Read More »

Episode 100 (Air Date: December 23rd, 2017)   We did it! We made it to 100! That makes this episode the Derrick Barry of the podcast! To celebrate this occasion, I thought it would be fitting to invite listeners and guests alike to join us in an online video hangout which was recorded for this … Episode 100 – Our One Hundredth Episode! Read More »

Episode 99 (Air Date: November 9th, 2017)   ANNOUNCEMENT!!! Our 100th Episode is coming up soon!  For the special occasion, I want to host a giant video conference (via Zoom.us) with all of our listeners and past interview subjects.  Basically as many of you as I can get! This is why I want for you to … Episode 99 – The Skinny on Soy (Marie Oser) Read More »

Episode 98 (Air Date: October 6th, 2017) I am so excited to talk with my friend Lulu Anderson today about her new non-profit organization For The Love of Dogs!  Listen in as we learn a whole lot about the suffering of street dogs and what we can do to lessen that suffering!   WEBSITE: https://www.fortheloveofdogs.org/ INSTAGRAM: … Episode 98 – For the Love of Dogs (with Lulu Anderson) Read More »

Episode 97 (Air Date: September 18th, 2017) I’ve been wanting to do this episode ever since June when I did my fundraiser for Wisconsin Wildcare.  I learned so much about urban wildlife that I really wanted to invite Kelly Osborn onto the show to talk about the work they do, and how we can better care for the … Episode 97 – Debunking Wildlife Myths with Wisconsin Wildcare Read More »

Episode 96 (Air Date: August 4th, 2017) Today’s the day my first ever play opens — Off-Off-Broadway!!! (That’s a thing!) And instead of running to the gym (Spoiler Alert: I didn’t make it) I instead busted out this episode so I could get it to you guys sooner rather than later! I forgot to mention in this episode … Episode 96 – Just saw What The Health Read More »