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Food for Thought with Colleen Patrick-Goudreau

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

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01:21:54

How Religions Have Shaped the Foods We Eat: Popular...

Food for Thought with Colleen Patrick-Goudreau ·

2025/07/11

Religious traditions have played a significant role in shaping many familiar dishes. Over the centuries, abstaining from eating meat and other animal products for spiritual reasons led to creative, plant-based recipes that have since become cultural staples. I think this matters because it helps legitimize plant-based eating as something deeply rooted in cultural and historical tradition—not a fad or modern invention. It reminds us that meatless eating has long been a meaningful, creative, and

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02:21:53

Coping with the Loss of a Pet: Mourning, Healing, and...

Food for Thought with Colleen Patrick-Goudreau ·

2025/05/16

Losing an animal companion can be a profound and often overlooked grief. In this episode, I explore what it means to mourn a beloved pet, how to navigate the pain, and ways to honor the bond that never really ends — all through the lens of the life and loss of my cat Charlie. —————— 🌟 Join thousands of like-minded subscribers at my Substack. Community, connection, and inspiration for living compassionately, healthfully, and sustainably. Visit my website: JoyfulVegan.com Join me on an all-inclusive

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01:03:44

Compassion and Connections with Our Hen House

Food for Thought with Colleen Patrick-Goudreau ·

2025/05/07

Enjoy my conversation with Mariann and Jasmin from Our Hen House. In this heartfelt conversation, author Colleen Patrick-Goudreau joins Jasmin and Mariann to discuss her eighth book, A Year of Compassion: 52 Weeks of Living Zero Waste, Plant-Based and Cruelty Free, exploring how compassion can be a guiding force during challenging times and offering practical ways to manifest it in everyday life. This episode explores: How compassion is often misunderstood and how we can reclaim its true meaning in

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01:00:00

Traveling Sustainably and Compassionately (with World...

Food for Thought with Colleen Patrick-Goudreau ·

2025/05/05

Enjoy my conversation with World Vegan Travel all about living compassionately and traveling sustainably. Travel just about seeing new places — it can be a way to show what you care about. On this episode, we talk about sustainable travel and vegan travel, and how making smart choices while on the road can help people, animals, and the planet. She encourages travelers to support responsible tourism, like choosing plant-based meals, avoiding activities that harm animals (like elephant rides), and

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48:54

A Year of Compassion (with Victoria Moran)

Food for Thought with Colleen Patrick-Goudreau ·

2025/05/03

Enjoy this episode of my conversation with Victoria Moran on her podcast Main Street Vegan. In it, we explore how everyday choices — from the food we eat to the words we use — can reflect and deepen our commitment to compassion, sustainability, and justice. We discuss the power of habit, the myth of perfection, and how to stay hopeful and grounded while navigating a world in crisis. Whether you’re new to plant-based living or a longtime advocate, this conversation offers both practical insight and

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01:01:45

Tiny Shifts, Big Change—Tips for Living with Purpose

Food for Thought with Colleen Patrick-Goudreau ·

2025/05/01

Enjoy this conversation with Toni and Michelle from Plant-Powered People Podcast. Feeling overwhelmed trying to “do the right thing” in a complicated world? You're not alone—and you're not doing it wrong. In this episode, Colleen Patrick-Goudreau helps us move beyond guilt, perfectionism, and burnout by reconnecting with what matters most: compassion. Whether you’re struggling to stay consistent with your values, feeling discouraged by your impact, or unsure where to start—this conversation offers

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09:46

Changing Things Up — A Few Interviews for You

Food for Thought with Colleen Patrick-Goudreau ·

2025/04/30

I’m working on some new episodes for you, so stay tuned! In the meantime, I am going to share some recent conversations between me and some of my favorite people that took place on THEIR podcasts – amazing people like Victoria Moran, Jasmin and Mariann / Our Hen House, Michelle Cehn and Toni Okamoto from Plant-Powered People Podcast, with Brighde Reed at World Vegan Travel, and more. Enjoy! —————— 🌟 Join thousands of like-minded subscribers at my Substack. Community, connection, and inspiration for

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47:40

A Story of an Oak Tree: How to Be Resilient, Rooted,...

Food for Thought with Colleen Patrick-Goudreau ·

2025/04/04

A story about a house, a hillside, and a centuries-old oak tree—and what it teaches us about healing, renewal, and the resilience of nature. In this episode, I explore what it means to be a participant in the restoration of the world around us and ourselves. —————— 🌟 Join thousands of like-minded subscribers at my Substack. Community, connection, and inspiration for living compassionately, healthfully, and sustainably. Thanks to today's sponsor, Plaine Products — Use this link

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05:54

A Year of Compassion Has Arrived!

Food for Thought with Colleen Patrick-Goudreau ·

2025/03/28

A Year of Compassion: 52 Weeks of Living Zero-Waste, Plant-Based, and Cruelty-Free is now available wherever you buy books! I compiled a list for you here of independent and large retailers + where you can find signed copies! —————— 🌟 Join thousands of like-minded subscribers at my Substack. Community, connection, and inspiration for living compassionately, healthfully, and sustainably. Visit my website: JoyfulVegan.com Join me on an all-inclusive vegan trip: JoyfulVeganTrips.com AFFILIATE

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29:41

Game-Changing News To Better YOUR Life and MINE

Food for Thought with Colleen Patrick-Goudreau ·

2025/03/14

I feel as giddy as when I started Food for Thought Podcast 18 years ago. I have more clarity, control, and calm than I've had in a long time. Listen to today's exciting announcements, and make sure you FOLLOW Food for Thought for some life-changing episodes coming up! —————— 🌟 Join thousands of like-minded subscribers at my Substack. Community, connection, and inspiration for living compassionately, healthfully, and sustainably. Visit my website: JoyfulVegan.com Join me on an all-inclusive vegan

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01:28:32

Vegan Japanese Cuisine (Part Two): Plant-Based and...

Food for Thought with Colleen Patrick-Goudreau ·

2025/03/07

In Part Two of our exploration of Japanese cuisine (See Vegan in Japan: Part One), we’re diving deep into the specific foods, restaurants, and street food options that Joyful Vegans can enjoy when visiting Japan or Japanese restaurants anywhere in the world. While animal products—especially bonito flakes in broths—are common, Japan has a long history of plant-based eating, with many traditional dishes naturally free of animal products. Plus, I reveal my new favorite Japanese food of all time—one

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41:28

Valentine’s Day: A Love Story Written by Birds

Food for Thought with Colleen Patrick-Goudreau ·

2025/02/13

Love is for the Birds! In this episode, we explore the fascinating (and feathered) origins of Valentine’s Day. Long before Hallmark, medieval poets and BIRDS played a role in shaping this holiday of love. From Chaucer’s Parliament of Fowls to the first handwritten valentines and the rise of mass-produced cards, discover how nature, animals, poetry, history, and tradition intertwined to create the celebration we know today. Plus, a special thank-you to Plaine Products for sponsoring this episode

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01:30:40

Hair Loss and Hair Growth: How Nutrients, Genetics,...

Food for Thought with Colleen Patrick-Goudreau ·

2025/01/31

Do I have a nutrient deficiency? Am I eating the wrong foods? Did I experience a stressful life event? Am I experiencing hormonal changes? Are my genes responsible? Do supplements work? Are treatments effective? Do topical remedies work? These are some of the questions we answer in today's episode on hair loss, especially as it pertains to women. Over the course of the next 90 minutes, we'll debunk the myths, explore the causes and solutions, and what role nutrients, genetics, and hormones play

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01:47:26

10 (More) Ways to Live a Meaningful Life: Goals and...

Food for Thought with Colleen Patrick-Goudreau ·

2025/01/05

In this 18TH YEAR OF THE PODCAST, Colleen shares ideas, tools, and practices we can implement to live joyful, meaningful, healthy, compassionate lives. Today is the best day to start, whether or not it's the beginning of the new year. A follow-up to 50 Ways to Live a Meaningful Life episode. —————— Join our awesome community and support this podcast through Patreon or as an Apple Subscriber for bonus material, early access to episodes, and other perks, depending on the option you choose. Support

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01:01:31

Good News for Animals (2024 Edition)

Food for Thought with Colleen Patrick-Goudreau ·

2024/12/27

WARNING: This podcast episode contains only good news, especially stories that relate to animals and nature. So, stop doom-scrolling and start celebrating 20 good news stories from 2024 — from across the world: Australia Zambia United States Ecuador Brussels United Kingdom Denmark... and more. As we move into my 18th year of podcasting, thank you for your support and listenership. —————— Join our awesome community and support this podcast through Patreon or as an Apple Subscriber for bonus

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50:11

Forbidden Meat: Fasting and Abstinence During Advent...

Food for Thought with Colleen Patrick-Goudreau ·

2024/12/14

ANNOUNCEMENT: You can now PREORDER A Year of Compassion: 52 Weeks of Living Zero-Waste, Plant-Based, and Cruelty-Free! VISIT JOYFULVEGAN.COM/PREORDER for links to bookstores and to enter to win gifts for pre-ordering! For centuries, abstaining from meat, dairy, and eggs during sacred seasons like Advent and Lent was a common practice in Christianity, rooted in reflection and restraint. In this episode, we uncover the rich history of these traditions, highlighting how plant-based eating was once a

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01:11:43

Why People Vote the Way They Do: Honing our Message...

Food for Thought with Colleen Patrick-Goudreau ·

2024/11/22

In this episode, host Colleen Patrick-Goudreau dives into the complex but crucial task of understanding why people vote the way they do—and what that means for how we advocate for animals. In it, she shares insights into the psychological differences between conservative and progressive mindsets explores how these perspectives shape beliefs and actions and discusses how we can use this understanding to refine our message for animals She looks at ways to engage with people whose views and

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35:14

Omega-3s: Skip the Fish, Boost Your Brain

Food for Thought with Colleen Patrick-Goudreau ·

2024/10/25

In today's episode, host Colleen Patrick-Goudreau talks all about omega-3s—those essential fats we all need for heart, brain, and overall health. But here's the catch: instead of getting them through fish, which has ethical, environmental, and health concerns, we can go straight to the source: marine plants like algae. Omega-3s aren't included in a regular blood panel, so we'll dive into why it's important to get tested, what the optimal levels are, and why you don’t want to fall below them. Let’s

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01:02:31

Is it Vegan to Wear Second Hand Leather, Wool, or...

Food for Thought with Colleen Patrick-Goudreau ·

2024/10/18

PRE-ORDER COLLEEN'S NEW BOOK at http://www.joyfulvegan.com/preorder A dilemma a lot of new vegans grapple with is what to do with all the animal-derived products they have from their pre-vegan days — leather shoes, wool sweaters, down-filled pillows, etc. — and a question a lot of people ask is "is it vegan to wear / buy second hand leather, wool, silk, etc. In both cases, the harm has been done, but there are a lot of arguments for and against wearing these items, including: being vegan means not

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01:14:37

From Cholesterol to Vitamins: The Importance of Blood...

Food for Thought with Colleen Patrick-Goudreau ·

2024/09/28

In this episode, Colleen dives into the importance of getting regular blood work to monitor key biomarkers, prevent disease, and assess your overall health—whether you’re vegan or not. She discusses what the optimal numbers are for such biomarkers as LDL, HDL, total cholesterol, iron, B12, and more to get a clear picture of your wellness. Learn why tracking these levels helps catch potential issues early, so you can make informed decisions about your diet and lifestyle to optimize your long-term

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