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Food for Thought with Colleen Patrick-Goudreau

Colleen Patrick-Goudreau
Veganism
Compassion
Sustainability
Protein
Menopause
Animal Welfare
Animal Rights
Plant-Based Diet
Omega-3 Fatty Acids
Women's Health
Charlie (cat)
Aging
Magnanimity
Hormones
Food Traditions
A Year Of Compassion
Cow's Milk
Valentine's Day
Herbs and Spices
Christmas

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-Go... more

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In today’s episode of Food for Thought, I’m taking a break from our menopause and wellness series to share something deeply personal.

After my father’s death at age 94, I had the honor of writing and delivering his eulogy. What began as an effort to... more

In Part 3 of our series on bone and joint health, we’re exploring a piece of the musculoskeletal puzzle we haven’t fully addressed yet: hormones, particularly estrogen and what happens when its levels decline during menopause.

We’ve talked about the... more

In today’s episode, we dive into Part 2 of our series on bone health (really musculoskeltal health), this time tackling the importance of movement and physical stimulus. In Part 1, we talked about how important nutrients such as calcium, magnesium, p... more

In this catch-up episode, I’m sharing all the personal life updates, reflecting on a major 10-year travel milestone, and inviting you to my upcoming FREE live webinar with Complement called: Healthy Aging and the Menopause Transition on Tuesday, Sept... more

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Recent Guests

Colleen Patrick-Goudreau
Renowned speaker, educator, and author guiding people to live more compassionately
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Episode: Tiny Shifts, Big Change (Conversation with Plant-Powered People)
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Colleen Patrick-Goudreau
Host of Food for Thought and author; known for thoughtful exploration of veganism, nutrition, ethics, and sustainable living.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 2.1k ratings
  • Meticulously researched and engagingly presented

    Colleen has been part of my life for many years now and although I can’t call myself “vegan” she has taught me so much about food, health, ethics, and myriad other topics. Absolutely recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CottageDweller2018
    New Zealand2 months ago
  • The loss of a pet episode

    Thank you Colleen for this episode❤️

    With both pets gone in six months aged 20 and 14 , lots of this resonated with me . It was as hard to listen to as for you to record I’m sure . X

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Crazywarthoglady
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Very interesting& enjoyable

    Interesting & enjoyable but disappointed about luxury yachts & flying all over the world .Not very environmentally friendly ?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    veganman1961
    United Kingdom8 months ago
  • Inspiring and informative

    Colleen has been a go-to podcast host for a variety of topics, someone I can trust to maintain extraordinary integrity over the years, and a guide for being vegan, keeping my heart and mind open, and my body nourished.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cassie Ck
    United States9 months ago
  • So easy to listen

    Thanks for taking super important scientific research and explaining it in easy-to-understand ways for the average person, like me. I greatly appreciate it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    splicehater1234
    United States9 months ago

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A strong resource for vegan education and lifestyle changes.
Positive, practical takeaways keep listeners engaged episode to episode.
Listener trust is high due to compassionate, balanced presentation.
Feels like guidance from a knowledgeable friend rather than a lecturer.
Shows depth and credibility with well-researched insights.

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Coping with the Loss of a Pet
Q: What other words or actions should one use to comfort a friend or family member suffering from the death of a pet?
It's important to address their grief openly and encourage them to share their memories of their pet.
Coping with the Loss of a Pet
Q: How do we continue to honor them after they've passed?
We can honor them by talking about them, putting up their pictures, creating a memorial, and integrating their memory into our lives.
Eco-Tourism and Sustainable Travel (Conversation with World Vegan Travel)
Q: So how does travel fit into that message?
Travel reflects our values and it’s important to consider sustainability, plant-based eating, and cruelty-free choices in our travel practices.
Eco-Tourism and Sustainable Travel (Conversation with World Vegan Travel)
Q: Can you tell us what inspired this book and can you tell us about this book?
The book focuses on 52 Weeks of Living Zero Waste, Plant-Based and Cruelty Free, making it accessible and effective for people looking to make a positive impact.

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