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Get Your Favorite Organic Foods and Products From Thrive Market Delivered Right To Your Door At Up to 50% Off Through this EXCLUSIVE Deal From Generation V Dr. Jonathan Kanevsky has discovered where true beauty lies and how you can find it in yourself! As a Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Jon is redefining what it means to be beautiful. Jon uses his skills to improve people’s health, rebuild deformities, and boost confidence. Don’t assume that he only does plastic surgery. Today, you’ll hear how Jon leads his patients to a healthy mindset and body so they can live a healthy life. Jon also gives insight into how veganism saves lives. Learn why your nutrition determines the length of your life and how it affects the souls of animals. “The healthier we get and the less problems there are health-wise, people are living longer.” -Dr. Jonathan Kanevsky If you like this episode Screenshot it Post it on your Instagram Story or Twitter Tag Nimai, Bianca, and Generation V! What do you want to hear fro

Get Your Favorite Organic Foods and Products From Thrive Market Delivered Right To Your Door At Up to 50% Off Through this EXCLUSIVE Deal From Generation V Vegans are revolutionizing the way we do bodybuilding! Some living proof of that fact is Natalie Matthews. Natalie is an IFBB Bikini Pro, vegan bodybuilder, vegan chef and cookbook author, blogger. Listen if you’re looking for exclusive tips to successfully prepare for a competition as a vegan. And what if you run into people who don't believe you can be successful as a vegan bodybuilder? Use Natalie’s simple strategies to help you prove them wrong and have the perfect peak week. Natalie is impacting thousands of people every day through her lifestyle, and you can too. Jump right in to elevate your nutritional efficiency to get the best body on the platform. “I wanted to get on stage to be a walking billboard for the vegan community” -Natalie Matthews If you like this episode Screenshot it Post it on your Instagram Story or Twitter Tag Nimai, Bi

We’ve all had experience with insecurities. Whether it’s about your body, your smile, or even something that isn’t physical, most of us have tried to hide parts of ourselves we don’t like. But what happens when your insecurities are tied to the most visible part of you? Brian Turner is a vegan bodybuilder with a reach of almost half a million followers on YouTube and Instagram, but he wasn’t always so comfortable putting himself out there. Brian started dealing with acne at 15 and was soon suffering from four or five cysts on his face at a time. His painful experience with cystic acne first led Brian into a severe depression and he was eventually prescribed the powerful acne treatment drug, Accutane. Brian used fitness as an outlet and addressed his acne head-on, documenting and sharing his experience online. When he was not seeing any substantial results from high doses of Accutane, Brian looked to his eating habits. He saw great improvements after removing meat and dairy from his diet; he started eating m

It’s no secret that raising a family can be challenging; however, raising a vegan family can be even more difficult due to the amount of outside opinions on how we should raise our children. But what about raising a vegan family in front of an audience of over 1.6 million subscribers on YouTube, and allowing complete strangers to get an intimate look at some of your most personal family experiences? This is exactly how Darren and Georgie from Family Fizz, an extremely popular YouTube channel, have been living their lives for the past three years. Their online journey began as a vegan fitness channel that provided evidence-based information on how to live a healthier life. It has since evolved into a family entertainment channel involving their three daughters: Mia, Sienna, and newborn Karma -- who, by the way, already has over 200,000 followers on Instagram and is only a few months old. However, their story hasn’t always been so light-hearted. So stay tuned to find out how this couple transformed their dak

Over 20 million Americans over the age of 12 have some sort of addiction. The sale of prescription drugs has increased by over 300 percent since 1999. Almost three out of four overdoses are caused by prescription drugs which are more than heroin and cocaine overdoses combined. What's worse is that these drugs can be easier to obtain than the aforementioned illegal drugs. 6.8 million people who struggle with addiction also struggle with some sort of mental illness. Adam Sud, our guest today, had weighed over 320 pounds and was severely addicted to drugs and fast food. He was also afflicted with Type 2 Diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, anxiety disorder, sleep disorder, and suicidal depression. His downward spiral culminated with an overdose as a result of a suicide attempt while he was alone in his filthy hoarder-like apartment. He checked into rehab and with the help of his parents and a plant-based diet, he began the journey that led to a remarkable recovery not only in reversing his chronic d

We live in a very toxic world. From polluted water to BPAs, to PCBs, to heavy metals, to artificial preservatives, plastics, and pesticides. These toxins around us negatively affects every part of the body. Luckily, we're born with several detoxification systems like the liver, kidneys, intestines, lungs, lymphatic system, and skin. However, whenever these systems are compromised, impurities aren't properly filtered and the body is adversely affected and can even lead to allergies, diseases, and death. On today's episode Dr. Vivian Chen joins us to let us know what measures we can take to thrive in such a toxic environment. She is certified as an integrative health practitioner and used nutrition and other lifestyle factors to reverse her husband's hypertension, her kid’s allergies, her own heavy metal toxicity, and now helps clients heal using integrative modalities through her company plateful health. Before you implement any changes that you learn here on this podcast please always check with your doctor

We developed in a natural and wild environment, so why are we not living a natural lifestyle? Today’s guest has discovered exactly how to properly use our natural bodies. Tony Riddle is a Natural Lifestyle Coach, helping people heal and improve just by embracing a simple natural philosophy. Learn how you can adjust to your surroundings rather than creating your own toxic one. Hear how a few mechanical adjustments and some blue sky can make your health 10x more fulfilling. “We can’t all live in nature, but it doesn’t mean that we can’t live naturally.” -Tony Riddle If you like this episode Screenshot it Post it on your Instagram Story or Twitter.  Tag Nimai, Bianca, and Generation V! What do you want to hear from the Generation V Podcast? Tell us here! Timestamps: 6:36 - Development of a Natural Life-Stylist: How Tony went from ruling the playground to searching for self-approval 18:04 - The next step--How Tony learned about the natural running shape and helped the 80% of runners who have injured

Ever wonder how you can be a healthy vegan AND have a healthy relationship? This episode is packed with tips for you and your significant other. Bianca Taylor joins Nimai as a vegan personal trainer who promotes women’s empowerment and self-love. She is the host of the podcast Badassbabe Radio and is also… Nimai’s girlfriend! Hear from Bianca and Nimai as they break down what it looks like to have trust in a public relationship. Get advice on how to best start, maintain, and promote good relationships. And if you’re looking for tips on how to raise your child while promoting vegan values, then you’ll want to hear this one. “You have to truly not be afraid to be yourself.” -Bianca Taylor If you like this episode Screenshot it Post it on your Instagram Story or Twitter.  Tag Nimai, Bianca, and Generation V! What do you want to hear from the Generation V Podcast? Tell us here! Timestamps: 3:00 - Names and social media can bring people together. The secrets behind how Nimai and Bianca bonded and ended

Is it safe to raise a child as a vegan? In an effort to provide knowledge and debunk misconceptions, Nimai sat down with Dr. Gemma Newman, Plant-Based Nutrition Specialist from the UK. Dr. Newman bust the myths about being vegan while pregnant and raising a baby. Not only that, she will tell you how to get enough Omega 3, calcium, and iron in a plant-based diet. If you are still in the fence whether this way of eating is for you, give it a listen This is an episode you do not want to miss. “WHEN WE ARE COMPLETELY BOMBARDED BY CHRONIC DISEASE, NOW IS THE TIME TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE.” -Dr. Gemma Newman What do you want to hear from the Generation V Podcast? Tell us here! Timestamps: 7:54 Results of her husband eating a plant-based diet 9:02 Dr. Newman’s realization that she was trained as a diagnostician rather than helping people figure out what to eat 14:35 What does the medical community need to do for people not to get chronic diseases 17:37 One of her patients lowered his blood pressure through

Do you want to understand how your mind, your diet, and your muscles all work together? You’ll discover that and more in this episode of Generation V. Nimai has the privilege of speaking with Dorian Yates. Being Mr. Olympia 6 years in a row, Dorian is a legend in the bodybuilding world. He has recently started to take up meditation, a plant-based diet, and more. Listen to this episode to hear how Dorian maintains his health and fitness in a holistic way. “I’m more interested in my body now as being my vehicle.” -Dorian Yates What do you want to hear from the Generation V Podcast? Tell us here! Timestamps: 3:07 - Credentials vs. no credentials: How Dorian has set himself apart in the knowledge of bodybuilding and fitness 8:12 - It’s not just about your skills. What factors you need to take advantage of to be exceptional in any competitive field 11:53 - The one way you can continually challenge yourself: You may be surprised at what Dorian did to train and improve outside of lifting 17:39 - Veganism in

Your hormones matter. Don’t ignore them. Mike Mahler joins Nimai to talk about how hormones affect your entire life. From testosterone to cortisol, Mike shares why you need to be aware of how these hormones affect your body. Mike Mahler is a strength coach, supplement provider, author, and kettlebell expert. With his training in hormone optimization, Mike can help you release stress, get sleep, and exercise better. He also shares nutrition secrets that will help you boost your energy throughout the day. “The most important component of strength is compassion.” -Mike Mahler What do you want to hear from the Generation V Podcast? Tell us here! Timestamps: 6:38 - Chase your passions: Why Mike’s interest in Eastern Philosophies drove him towards his passion for fitness 17:03 - Defining strength as more than just muscles. How to maintain a vegan diet and be an outstanding example of the benefits 41:37 - Dispersing the myths around soy: What you should be trying to consume rather than worrying about the

What has the greatest impact on your health? It may be your gut. And it controls more than you would think. Dr. Will Bulsiewicz, better known as Dr. B, joins Nimai to tell you exactly how your gut affects the rest of your health. Dr. B is a microbiome specialist, speaker, and gut health educator. Microorganisms fill your abdomen and have a huge influence on your mood, mental health, and ability to grow muscle. So how do you apply this to improve your health? Listen to this episode to find out! Hear how you can use your diet to make you healthy this year! “70% of the immune system lives in the gut… When you damage the gut, you damage the immune system.” -Dr. B What do you want to hear from the Generation V Podcast? Tell us here! Timestamps: 8:10 - Why you need to ask more questions to avoid confusion about the plant-based diet’s benefits in your 13:34 - The dirty work pays off: How Dr. B’s specialties in gut health can prevent cancer and why your doctor isn’t prepared for the same level of care 25:13

If you want to win, you need to lose first. Today, Olympic silver medalist Dotsie Bausch joins Nimai to tell her story and talk about her vegan diet. Hear how she went from struggling with anorexia to being a vegan cyclist at peak Olympic performance. Dotsie’s testimony will inspire you to see suffering from a different perspective. Start seeing how your struggle can push you towards success and how vegan diets help you achieve that success. “You’re not gonna be able to make them better no matter how hard you try. They are the only ones with that power.” -Dotsie Bausch What do you want to hear from the Generation V Podcast? Tell us here! Timestamps: 6:11 - The idea of “home” can drastically change as we get older. How Kentucky has changed for Dotsie from her childhood years to now 14:30 - The illusion of control is dangerous! How a desire for control is ultimately what caused Dotsie to plunge into anorexia 27:17 - Fighting suicidal thoughts: What Dotsie experienced when she reached the point of

What you eat changes everything, even your diabetes! Robby Barbaro and Cyrus Khambatta join Nimai to talk all things diabetes and nutrition. As the creators of the Mastering Diabetes Program, they want to help everyone to take control of their type 1, type 1.5, type 2, or pre-diabetes. Robby and Cyrus can point you to the diet that will help you win against diabetes. Listen to today's episode to dig into the science of diabetes and how it applies to your life now. “You can actually use your food as something you can substitute for these medications.” -Cyrus Khambatta What do you want to hear from the Generation V Podcast? Tell us here! Timestamps: 4:25 - Introducing Robby and how he’s grown in his knowledge of and fight against diabetes 9:37 - How Robby tried everything to find healing and what he found in a vegan diet to promote a high-quality life even with type 1 diabetes 16:00 - Type 1 diabetes and 2 other auto-immune disorders surfaced within months of each other in Cyrus’s life. Why Cyru

The world wants to make you eat meat. You don’t have to listen! Dr. Bassem Youssef is here to tell you why! Bassem is a former surgeon and political satire comedian who turned vegan, and he wants you to know how to challenge the status quo. Listen to find out how Bassem spreads the vegan message despite criticism and how you can do the same. “All of the stuff people know about nutrition is more of a popular opinion, not scientific fact.” -Dr. Bassum Youssef What do you want to hear from the Generation V Podcast? Tell us here! Timestamps: 2:53 - Bassem’s transformation from a meat lover to vegan and how one person can inspire millions of people 10:59 - BEWARE: You may be eating incorrectly even though you are still following a vegan diet. Find out how you can be the most healthy as a vegan 14:55 - What you need to do to distinguish between popular nutrition and actual nutrition and why doctors tend to side with meat-based diets 18:21 - Bassem’s journey into political satire as a push against the stat

Another benefit of going vegan: You don’t support animal suffering. In today’s episode, Damien Mander joins Nimai as an activist against poaching and animal suffering. Inspired by his tragic experiences, Damien founded the International Anti-Poaching Foundation. Hear how he fights against animal suffering and provides alternatives for African communities. Take some notes on why plant-based diets support his mission and how you can get involved today! “We all see problems in life and its what we do or whether we turn away that defines us.” -Damien Mander What do you want to hear from the Generation V Podcast? Tell us here! Timestamps: 1:43 - Who Damien Mander is and why you NEED to know how to stop animal suffering 7:48 - Witnessing and fighting against suffering: how Damien started making a difference against both human and animal suffering 16:47 - Stories of animal suffering and what you need to fight against by joining forces with organizations like the International Anti-Poaching Foundation 22:1

Let’s change what “manliness” means. Previous generations have made being a man all about strength and aggression. Well, today Nimai invites Jon Venus and Derek Simnett on to talk about what manliness is. As vegan fitness YouTube stars, these men want to tell you how to take masculinity in a different direction. Listen now to hear how you can mix strength and compassion as central parts of your manhood. “You can’t let other people dictate your feelings.” -Jon Venus What do you want to hear from the Generation V Podcast? Tell us here! Timestamps: 4:45 - How Jon and Derek began their journey into veganism and YouTube fitness 11:34 - Disregarding those who switch out of veganism and why their claims are misguided 16:04 - How to combat hate from social media with your significant other 20:05 - What men can do to support the women in their lives when they raise their voice 25:06 - The perspective of masculinity might need to change. How compassion is part of being a man 30:08 - How you can present a

Today’s episode covers everything from art to fitness. Listen in as Rob Bailey joins Nimai to talk about FLAG NOR FAIL his journey with wife Dana, and his journey as a vegan. Hear how the creative side of Rob influenced his decisions and even his training. Listen in to find out the benefits of veganism and the power of being your own person.  “Look at everything and think, ‘how can this get better?’”  -Rob Bailey   What do you want to hear from the Generation V Podcast? Tell us here! Timestamps:  05:05 - Rob’s two-sided background  12:11 - Going to college and meeting Dana Bailey  14:47 - The events leading up to FLAG NOR FAIL  26:14 - Realizing the unique potential of each person  29:42 - Chasing Dana’s dreams and supporting her in her fitness pursuits  37:46 - Why Rob decided to cap sales each month for FLAG NOR FAIL  41:31 - Juggling business ownership and music recording  45:01 - Deciding to drop out meat and go vegan  53:43 - Doing what feels right and realizing you can be healthy witho

Today on Generation V, Nimai interviews Kendrick Farris. Kendrick started lifting at 12 years old and in less than 10 years, he won back-to-back national titles and qualified for his first Olympic team. He broke the US record in 2016 for lifting a combined weight of 831 lbs while on a plant-based diet. Listen as Kendrick shares how his second child affected his view on nutrition and deciding to go vegan. “Even if you don’t agree, just respect it and understand that we are working together. ” – Kendrick Farris What do you want to hear from the Generation V Podcast? Tell us here! Timestamps: 03:56 – Kendrick talks about his background 05:05 – Behind Olympic weightlifting — the structure, efforts, and coaching 09:37 – How Kendrick’s overall experience in weightlifting taught him patience 18:58 – Raising a son created a huge change in Kendrick’s life 20:43 – The preparations to qualify for trials 27:16 – Nutrition and the food pyramid – their importance and role in our bodies 32:46 – Kendrick shares his

From orphanages to Rastafarians, and kidnapping to Hare Krishna this podcast episode talks about it all. Today on Generation V Nimai is joined by John Joseph. John is a musician, author, and triathlete from New York City, most famous for his work as the lead singer of the Cro-Mags in the 1980s. Tune in as he shares his story and his unique approach to spreading the vegan message. “The biggest success is right across that fear. ” -John Joseph What do you want to hear from the Generation V Podcast? Tell us here! Timestamps: 4:00 What John is currently up to 6:45 Living in an abusive household to growing up in foster care 17:05 The harsh reality of doing jail time 21:40 How John met the Rasta that changed his life 26:49 The history of fake meat 32:14 Why John turned vegan 46:06 Johns biggest takeaways from his spiritual walk 55:07 Hitting rock bottom (Running from the cocaine cowboys, playboy parties & kidnapping) 1:15:00 About the book “Meat is for Pussies” 1:20:00 Let’s stop the division