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PLANT the CHANGE: When a vegan K–12 educator redefines education you discover plant-based parenting ethical teaching and compassionate classrooms designed to raise conscious healthy kids

Michele Fasnacht

Seen on YOUTUBE and UNCHAINEDTV, and heard on all major PODCAST PLATFORMS, PLANT the CHANGE is a podcast for parents, families, educators, and changemakers who want to raise health-conscious, emotionally intelligent kids in a world full of misinformation, environmental crisis, and emotional disconnection. Hosted by Michele Fasnacht—educator, founder of Solid Rock Community School, Sanctuary at Solid Rock, and Solid Rock Florida; pioneer of Compassionate Humane Education; and advocate for plant-based

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Ep. 15 Meet Dr. T. Colin Campbell - Godfather of the...

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2025/12/10

What if everything you thought you knew about protein, nutrition, and disease was wrong—and the truth could save your life?In this eye-opening episode of Plant the Change, best-selling author and pioneering nutrition researcher Dr. T. Colin Campbell breaks down the misconceptions around protein, the misuse of the term “plant-based,” and the life-altering power of whole food plant-based diets. If you’ve ever felt confused by food labels or wondered why chronic diseases seem to “run in families,” this

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11:48

Ep. 14 Why Traditional Anti-Bullying Strategies Fail...

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2025/12/03

What if the way we’re trying to stopbullyingis actually making it worse?If you've ever felt helpless watching a child be bullied—or been the one bullied yourself—this episode offers a powerful reframe. Instead of quick fixes or shame-based discipline, we explore how Compassionate Humane Education (CHE) is creating real change by helping every student feel seen, heard, and safe.·Learn why punishment-first approaches often fail—and how empathy can disrupt the cycle.·Discover how to help kids (and

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Ep. 13 Shannon Blair Pt. 1: From Curious Kid to Vegan...

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2025/11/19

Is it really possible to be healthy, strong, and well-nourished on a vegan diet—and what does true activism for animals look like in real life? Shannon Blair has some powerful answers.In a world flooded with misinformation and cultural conditioning, this episode dives into two powerful journeys of awareness with longtime animal activist Shannon Blair: one about food, and the other about purpose. Whether you're vegan-curious, a long-time plant-based eater, or someone navigating compassion in a

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Ep. 12 Tarpon Springs FL Mayor John Koulianos Pt. 1:...

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2025/11/12

What if your mayor swapped lamb and meatballs for marathons and tofu — and never looked back?In this candid and inspiring conversation, Tarpon Springs Florida Mayor John Koulianos shares how watching a single documentary and listening to his 9-year-old daughter completely changed the trajectory of his health — and maybe even saved his life. If you've ever struggled with family health history, tried to ditch medication, or wondered if it’s too late to change, this episode speaks directly to you.•

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Ep. 11 We Let Kids Play Games in Class — Here’s What...

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2025/11/05

Everyone says learning should be serious. We disagree.When we let kids play games in class, something incredible happened—focus improved, confidence soared, and even the quietest students found their voice. The games weren’t a break from learning; theywerepart of the learning.In thisStraight Talk: Plant the Changeepisode, Michele Fasnacht shares real stories of how purposeful play transformed students who once struggled with focus, self-doubt, and connection. You’ll see why games build emotional

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Ep. 10 Kari Bagnall Pt. 1: Why Monkeys Don’t Belong...

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2025/10/29

What happens when a monkey raised as a pet or in a lab finally tastes freedom—and why does it matter to you?In a world where exotic animals are still bought as pets and tested in labs, this episode reveals the heart-wrenching and inspiring journey of Kari Bagnall and her 197 rescued primates—and what we can learn about empathy, education, and systemic change from their stories.- Hear the unbelievable origin story of Kari Bagnall’s Jungle Friends Primate Sanctuary and how one pet monkey led to saving

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Ep. 9 Charlie Ward: From Heisman to Healing - Ward’s...

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2025/10/22

What happens when a Heisman Trophy winner and pro athlete suddenly suffers a stroke in his 40s—despite being in peak physical shape?If you’ve ever wondered why healthy habits aren’t enough or questioned the real impact of stress, diet, and lifestyle on long-term wellness, this episode sheds light on how even the fittest among us aren’t immune to health scares—and what can truly make the difference.• Learn how Charlie Ward reversed his health decline by embracing a plant-based lifestyle—and the

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Ep. 8 Is the Way We Teach Math Setting Kids Up to Fail?

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2025/10/15

Why do so many kids hate math? Maybe it’s not math they hate — maybe it’s how we teach it. We’ve turned curiosity into pressure and mistakes into failure. It’s time to change that. Welcome to Straight Talk: Plant the Change — where compassion meets the classroom. In this powerful episode, you’ll discover:• Why traditional math requirements are damaging more students than they help• The emotional and academic toll of rigid graduation standards• A revolutionary, flexible model for teaching math that

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Ep. 7 Jane Velez-Mitchell Pt. 1: The Journalist Who...

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2025/10/08

Ever feel like your passion makes you the odd one out—until the world finally starts to catch on?If you’ve ever been dismissed for standing up for animals or living plant-based, Jane Velez-Mitchell’s story will resonate. She’s lived the rejection, fought through burnout, and built a movement when no one was listening.·Learn how Jane transformed doubt from mainstream media into a platform that challenges the norm.·Go behind the curtain of her hard-hitting journalism career and discover how she told

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Ep. 6 From 31 Flavors to One Mission: Ocean Robbins...

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2025/10/01

What happens when the heir to an ice cream empire walks away from it all — and sparks a global movement for healthy, ethical eating?Ocean Robbins, grandson of Baskin Robbins’ co-founder, shares his extraordinary family story — from swimming in an ice cream cone-shaped pool to reversing chronic disease through plant-based living. In a world obsessed with profits over people, Ocean reveals how food became the battleground for health, values, and environmental change.Discover how our broken food system

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11:52

Redefining Smart; Beyond the Report Card

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2025/09/25

What if the way schools define “smart” has been silencing your child’s true brilliance all along?For all the talk about honoring uniqueness, most schools still reward only one narrow type of intelligence—obedience, speed, neatness, and compliance—while overlooking creativity, empathy, resilience, and curiosity. This hidden system doesn’t just miss kids; it shapes how they see themselves for life.In this episode, you’ll discover:·Why the traditional definition of “smart” is outdated and harmful to

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The Pig That Broke the Internet: How Esther Shook Up...

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2025/09/22

How does an ordinary realtor become a global animal-welfare advocate with millions of followers—thanks to one unexpected pig?It all started when Steve Jenkins brought home a so-called “mini pig” who turned out to be anything but mini. What began as a private Facebook page for friends soon exploded into a global phenomenon. Esther’s charm, wit, and 650-pound personality captured hearts worldwide, turning casual followers into passionate advocates.Steve’s storytelling—funny, heartfelt, and completely

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Dr Michael Klaper’s 5 Reasons Parents Still Feed...

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2025/09/15

Did you know the food your child eats today could determine whether they develop cancer, heart disease, or high blood pressure decades from now?In this powerful episode ofPlant the Change, world-renowned lifestyle medicine expert Dr. Michael Klaper reveals how the standard American diet—still rooted in outdated 1950s nutritional dogma—is creating a health crisis in our children. Parents, educators, and healthcare professionals will learn why a plant-based diet isn’t just a trend—it’s a

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STRAIGHT TALK: Education Needs a Revolution - Why We...

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2025/09/11

What if the school you trust with your child’s future is also the source of their deepest pain?In this straight-from-the-heart episode, you’ll hear a powerful origin story of why one mother—after surviving trauma, losing her teenage boyfriend to violence, and watching her own kids endure bullying and invisibility—decided to reject traditional schooling and create a school that prioritizes inclusion, safety, and evolution.- Understand the real limitations of public, private, and homeschooling when it

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How MTV and Reality TV star Cher Hubsher transformed...

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2025/09/08

What happens when a little girl connects the dots between her pet chicken and dinner? For Reality TV Star Cher Hubsher, that moment changed everything.In this inspiring episode ofPLANT the CHANGE, Cher Hubsher—former nurse, actress, life coach, and reality TV personality—opens up about her path to veganism, raising a plant-based daughter, and the transformation of her once skeptical family. If you're a parent trying to feed your kids healthier meals or questioning the ethics of your food choices,

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