What if you didn’t have to give up cheese to eat plant-based?

In this episode of The Wild Party Podcast, Stefanie sits down with Ali Lawrence, founder of Spirit and Abundance, to talk about how traditional fermentation techniques are transforming dairy-free cheese into something truly crave-worthy.

Ali shares her journey from culinary school, where butter and heavy foods left her feeling disconnected, to discovering plant-based living through Zen Buddhism and a life-changing trip to Japan. What started as cooking classes quickly evolved into a small-batch cheese business built on whole ingredients, real cultures, and serious craftsmanship.

They dive into why most store-bought vegan cheeses miss the mark, how fermentation creates that rich, satisfying mouthfeel, and what it actually takes to build a food business from scratch, including losing her production space with just two weeks’ notice.

If you’ve ever said, “I could never give up cheese,” this episode might change your mind.

Shop now: https://www.spiritandabundance.com/

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What happens when a shopper gets frustrated enough to build the solution herself? In this encore episode of The Wild Party Podcast, Stefanie LaHart sits down with Nicole Areu, founder of Green Vegan Bags, to talk about creating a one-stop destination for stylish vegan handbags and accessories. Nicole shares her journey from e-commerce expert to mission-driven entrepreneur, the challenges of ethical sourcing, and why today’s consumers want brands that align with their personal values. If you care about business, branding, sustainability, or conscious consumerism, this episode is for you.

Shop now: https://www.greenveganbags.com/

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This Earth Month, we’re bringing back one of our most downloaded episodes. If you’ve ever wondered whether your recycling is actually being recycled, this conversation may change the way you see waste forever.

In this eye-opening episode, Stefanie sits down with Simar Bedi of Sol Recycling to discuss what’s really happening behind the scenes in the recycling industry, why so much waste still ends up in landfills, and how businesses can embrace zero waste strategies while saving money.

If you care about sustainability, circular economy solutions, or creating a cleaner future, this encore is a must-listen.

Learn more: https://solrecycling.com/

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In this episode of The Wild Party Podcast, Stefanie LaHart sits down with Robbin Turner, founder of Violet Botanical Skincare, to explore how she transformed a personal need into a purpose-driven business. Inspired by her family’s struggle with eczema, Robbin turned to African herbalism and natural botanicals to create skincare that hydrates, moisturizes, and restores the skin without harsh chemicals.

We talk about the power of plant-based ingredients, the importance of transparency and ethical sourcing, and what it really takes to build a sustainable brand from the ground up. Robbin also shares her journey as a solopreneur, her commitment to cruelty-free practices, and why showing up at in-person events has been key to her growth.

If you’re an entrepreneur, a conscious consumer, or someone looking to better understand what you’re putting on your skin, this episode is packed with insight, inspiration, and practical takeaways.

Shop now: https://violetbody.net/

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What if your underwear could actually return to the earth? In this episode of The Wild Party Podcast, Stefanie LaHart interviews Stacy Grace, Co-Founder and CEO of KENT, a company on a mission to eliminate plastics from everyday clothing. Stacy shares her journey from studying sustainable fashion in London to building a brand rooted in organic materials, circular design, and compostable innovation. You’ll hear how KENT created fully plastic-free garments, what it takes to rethink an entire supply chain, and why initiatives like “Plant Your Pants” are changing the conversation around fashion and waste. If you care about sustainability, conscious consumerism, or building a purpose-driven brand, this episode will completely shift how you think about what you wear every day.

Explore KENT and shop plastic-free essentials: https://www.wearkent.com/

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This week on The Wild Party Podcast, we’re bringing back one of our most listened-to and impactful episodes with Gwenna Hunter, founder of Vegans of LA Food Bank.

Gwenna’s story is a powerful reminder of how personal transformation can lead to meaningful community impact. From navigating her own experiences with food insecurity to becoming the first woman in Los Angeles to establish a vegan food bank, Gwenna is redefining what it means to serve with compassion.

In this episode, she shares how a deeply emotional awakening shaped her commitment to a plant-based lifestyle and inspired her mission to provide fresh, nutritious food to those in need. Today, her food bank serves hundreds of people each month, offering not just food, but dignity, choice, and hope.

We’re bringing this episode back because you asked for more conversations around vegan food, access, and real-world impact. If you’re curious about how food can be a force for good, this episode is for you.

Listen in and discover how one person’s purpose is creating ripple effects across an entire community.

Learn more about Vegan Food Bank : https://vegansofla.com/

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On this episode of The Wild Party Podcast, Stefanie LaHart sits down with Christy Clement, founder of Vashon Island Coffee Dust, a woman owned brand reimagining how we flavor our coffee.

After a successful career in engineering and IT consulting, Christy began experimenting with spice blends during the pandemic as a healthier alternative to sugary coffee syrups. What started as a simple kitchen experiment quickly grew into Vashon Island Coffee Dust, a mission driven company creating natural spice blends made with ingredients like cinnamon, cocoa, turmeric, cardamom, and cayenne.

In this conversation, Christy shares how a daily coffee ritual sparked a business idea, the process of testing blends with community feedback, and the challenges of launching a food product company from scratch. She also explains the science behind spices, the health benefits they offer, and why Coffee Dust donates ten percent of profits to charity.

Stefanie and Christy also discuss sustainability, building a values driven brand, scaling through wholesale and online sales, and how small changes to our daily routines can help create healthier mornings.

Learn more and shop Coffee Dust at

https://www.vashoncoffeedust.com

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What if the future of meat did not come from animals at all, but from fungi?

In this episode of The Wild Party Podcast, we sit down with Kimberlie Le, CEO and founder of Prime Roots, a company reinventing the deli counter with meats made from fungi protein.

After studying food science at UC Berkeley, she began exploring how to solve one of the biggest challenges facing our planet. How do we feed billions of people while protecting human health and the environment? Prime Roots is the answer she created.

Using fungi as the foundation for protein, the company produces deli meats like turkey, ham, salami, and bacon that replicate the taste, texture, and experience of traditional deli meats without the environmental impact or animal agriculture.

This episode is a fascinating look at how science, culinary creativity, and entrepreneurship are shaping the future of food.

Listen now and discover why the next food revolution might start with your favorite sandwich.

Learn more about Prime Roots:

https://www.primeroots.com

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