He built the world's largest 100% plant-based marketplace — and it started with a pair of shoes.

In this episode of Climate in Cuisine, host Erin DeMarines sits down with Jonathan Faran, founder of Vegan America — the fastest-growing vegan marketplace in the US with 400+ vetted sellers across food, fashion, cosmetics, and home products.

Jonathan shares how a University of Chicago MBA student turned a frustrating shopping moment into a mission-driven startup that is making plant-based living accessible and affordable for everyone.

🌱 In this episode:

* Why Jonathan went vegetarian at age 4 and vegan for the last 10 years * The hidden animal ingredients in your toothpaste, laundry detergent & supplements * Why the plant-based movement is NOT dying — it's maturing * The real difference between "vegan" vs "plant-based" * How Vegan America vets every single product so YOU don't have to * Why plant-based consumers might need a therapist who understands them * How small vegan brands can sell on Vegan America for free * The future of ethical, cruelty-free shopping in America

🛒 Shop plant-based: http://vegan-america.com/ 📲 Follow Vegan America: @veganamerica on Instagram & Facebook

Whether you're fully vegan, vegetarian, flexitarian, or just starting your plant-based journey — this conversation will change the way you shop, eat, and think.

Discover how vegan directory founder Kiana Melvin is transforming how people find plant-based restaurants, vegan businesses, and cruelty-free brands across America.

In this episode of Climate and Cuisine, host Jane DeMarines (Executive Director of Climate Diet) sits down with Kiana Melvin, the 26-year-old CEO and founder of Plant Plate Map — a nationwide vegan directory with over 1,700 listings, including 1,500+ vegan restaurants, plant-based food trucks, vegan caterers, private chefs, and cruelty-free businesses.

Kiana shares her vegan journey from pescatarian to vegetarian to fully vegan during COVID, why so many vegan restaurants are closing, and how her ad-free directory helps users filter by gluten-free, women-owned, and vegan-owned businesses. We also dig into the climate impact of animal agriculture, deforestation, and why plant-based eating matters more than ever in 2026.

🌱 Visit Plant Plate Map: www.plantplatemap.com

🌎 Learn more about Climate Diet: https://climatediet.org/

If you're looking for vegan food near you, want to support vegan-owned businesses, or are curious about plant-based living, this conversation is for you.

In this episode, we sit down with Michele Cuffe, author of Health Revival, to discuss the revolutionary concept of "Muscle-Centric Medicine" and why building muscle is the ultimate key to aging with vitality. Michelle reveals her "Big 6" pillars of health that can help you reconnect with your DNA and reverse the effects of modern lifestyle diseases.

If you’ve been looking for a realistic way to manage menopause, improve your sleep quality, or understand the science behind strength training for women over 50, this conversation is a masterclass in biohacking your way to a longer, healthier life.

In this episode, you’ll learn: * The 90% Rule: Why stress management is the foundation of health and the root of most doctor visits. * Muscle-Centric Medicine: Why muscle is actually the "organ of longevity". * The 6 Pillars of Health Revival: From hydration and nutrition to the surprising benefits of sauna therapy. * Circadian Rhythm & Vitamin D: How to fix your sleep by simply getting back into nature. * The Power of Motion: Why "a body in motion stays in motion" is the most important mantra for aging gracefully.

Stop looking for a quick fix and start your Health Revival today.

Ready to take your health into your own hands and unlock the secrets to longevity? Grab your copy of "Health Revival" by Michele Cuffe on Amazon to get the complete toolkit for aging with vitality: https://www.amazon.in/Health-Revival-Happy-Healthy-Human/dp/1662956363

Don’t miss out on daily health tips, workout inspiration, and the science of "muscle-centric medicine." Follow Michele online to stay connected:

Instagram: Follow @MicheleCuffeFitness (one ‘L’!) for daily reels, strength training tips, and behind-the-scenes health hacks.

TikTok: Find Michelle at @MicheleCuffeFitness for quick wellness bites and motivation.

Facebook: Connect with the community and stay updated on Michele’s latest projects.