Jazzy Vegetarian

MFT psychotherapist Lily Dulan will discuss her book Giving Grief Meaning. She will share ideas for daily affirmations, self-reflection, and healing. Lily has a master's in psychology, creative writing, and teaching. She is a certified Heart of Yoga teacher and completed coursework at Agape International Spiritual Center under the tutelage of Dr. Michael Bernard Beckwith. Lily teaches workshops in Los Angeles, leads retreats, speaks throughout the community, and hosts educational and charitable events.

Longtime vegan Lisa Dawn Angerame will share how to make delicious plant-based food that anyone can learn to cook! Lisa is the author of Wait, That's Vegan?! and The Vegan ABCs Cookbook, and she is the creator of Lisa's Project: Vegan, a blog chronicling her vegan cooking adventures. Lisa holds a certificate in plant-based nutrition from eCornell, and she graduated from the Rouxbe Online Culinary School as a certified plant-based professional.

Guitar superstar and expert Kundalini yoga instructor Johannes Linstead will share stories and music from his new CD, Bohemian Strings. This is the 11th studio album from Johannes, who is a Billboard Top 10 charting virtuoso guitarist and composer. Featuring musicians from many diverse ethnic backgrounds, Bohemian Strings offers a unique listening experience with emotional ballads and upbeat rumbas throughout this very colorful album.

New York Times best-selling author of multiple health and wellness books, Kathy Freston will discuss her newest book (coauthored with Gene Stone), 72 Reasons to Be Vegan: Why Plant-Based. Why Now. Kathy will discuss the extraordinary benefits of switching to a vegan diet and share tips for transitioning to a plant-powered lifestyle while still eating indulgent, delicious foods!

Ayurveda health educator Laurina Carroll will discuss meditation techniques, tips for better diet and digestion, improved sleep, moving our bodies for optimal health, and the importance of organic, non-GMO foods. Laurina specializes in holistic lifestyle management and is trained in Maharishi Ayurveda, a modern revival of traditional Ayurvedic knowledge. She is author of the eBook Perfect Health for Busy People: A Maharishi Ayurveda Guide to Enjoying a Longer, Happier Life.

Multitalented Kiko Ellsworth is an Emmy award-winning actor, director, producer, author, and self-expert. Kiko is a well-known humanitarian, and he will discuss how to bring back respect, protection, and honor to women and children through entertainment and education, along with finding empowerment through yoga.

Raydel Hernandez is a first-generation Cuban American, home cook, and culinary author. He will discuss his book and the health scare that caused him to consider veganism, focusing on how Cuban cuisine is delicious, and why it's so important to pass down his family's recipes in vegan form to the next generation.

Board-certified oncology registered dietitian, Alison Tierney of Wholesome, LLC, will discuss research regarding organic foods and their potential health benefits, in comparison to conventionally grown foods, focusing on the safety aspect of organic foods. Wholesome, LLC, has a simple motto for vegans, vegetarians, and omnivores alike: “Eat more plants!”

Vegan lifestyle coach and plant-based nutrition educator Diana Goldman will discuss the plant-based diet, including why switching to a vegan diet can help world hunger and lower greenhouse gas omissions. Diana received a B.S. from Cornell University in nutrition science and an Ed.M. from Harvard University, and her blog Beantown Kitchen was named one of the top 100 plant-based blogs.

Plant-powered dietitian Sharon Palmer, MSFS, RDN, will talk about her new book, California Vegan, focusing on the diverse story of California veganism. Sharon will share recipe tips for showcasing local produce, celebrating cultural roots and historical legacy, along with how a diverse group of innovators continue breaking new ground in the area of plant-based eating.

Holistic well-being visionary and founder of The Bhakta School of Transformation, Kedarji will help us examine all of the ways that fear causes stress and destroys well-being, including how fear downgrades optimal cell respiration, which leads to chronic health conditions and disease.

Author and creator of The Vegan Roadie series, Dustin Harder will discuss his new book, Epic Vegan Quick and Easy. Dustin is a graduate of the Natural Gourmet Institute, and he will share tips for preparing simple one-pot and one-pan meals that are perfect for anyone who wants to dive into plant-based cooking. He’ll focus on affordable, delicious, and nutrient-rich meals that require very little time and minimal cleanup!

Christa Clark, who runs the award-winning plant-based blog Artistic Vegan, will share tips on how to lower our stress levels and experience a feeling of calm, along with advice on how to have compassion for all. Christa is author of The Artistic Vegan Cookbook: An Alchemical Transformation and offers cooking videos online, plus she is a structural integrator and yoga teacher.

Karen Frame, founder and CEO of Makeena, is passionate about being an entrepreneur and making the world a better place at the same time. Karen will share how she crossed the intersection of technology and natural products, while striving to help create a happier, healthier world.

Music superstar and expert Kundalini yoga instructor Johannes Linstead will share his music and talk about the four paths of yoga, including the path of devotion or divine love, karma yoga, and the yoga of knowledge or wisdom. Johannes is a globally recognized musician with seven top 10 U.S. Billboard-charting albums, and he founded Divine Earth, a humanitarian organization promoting meditation, yoga, holistic living, and the healing power of music.

Sarah Eastin is a vegan lifestyle coach, plant-based chef, and culinary nutrition expert who specializes in helping people feel their very best by coaching them to thrive on a vegan and plant-based lifestyle. Sarah will talk about what foods to eat for great brain health and how to plan healthy meals that include an abundance of delicious foods.

Coauthor of The Healthspan Solution, Julieanna Hever, MS, RD, CPT, the Plant-Based Dietitian, will talk about how to optimize your health this spring with effective diet tips and expert advice that can help you lose weight, eat nutritiously, ensure a well-rounded diet, and embrace a health-promoting lifestyle.

Best-selling vegetarian and vegan cookbook author Nava Atlas shares innovative tips and recipes for using meat alternatives, proving you don’t have to sacrifice meaty flavors to embrace a plant-based diet. Nava will share new ways to prepare familiar favorites, from nostalgic classics to bold global fare with dishes that are kinder to the earth and better for you.

President and cofounder of Farm Sanctuary, Gene Baur will talk about the warm, nurturing personalities of turkeys, who possess strong personalities, form friendships, and have a wide range of interests. Farm Sanctuary inspires people to think about turkeys differently. Since 1986, Farm Sanctuary’s Adopt a Turkey Project has encouraged people to sponsor a rescued “spokesturkey” for Thanksgiving instead of eating one.

Best-selling vegetarian and vegan cookbook author Nava Atlas shares how to plan, prepare, and serve delicious, plant-based holiday menus designed to please omnivores, vegans, and vegetarians alike. Nava is the author of many cookbooks, including 5-Ingredient Vegan, Vegan on a Budget, Wild About Greens, Vegan Holiday Kitchen, and Vegan Soups and Hearty Stews for All Seasons.

Michelle Cehn and Toni Okamoto, authors of The Friendly Vegan Cookbook, will share recipes for satisfying meals, snacks, and treats, designed for both the veggie-curious and longtime vegans. These two longtime friends will also share their “go-to” kitchen tips to make holiday meal planning a breeze. With their popular food blogs, videos, podcast, and cookbooks, Michelle and Toni are two of the most trusted figures in the online vegan community.

Former stockbroker Niaby Codd saw the light in the darkest hour of poor health and recognized a call to walk a different path. That path led Niaby to be of service to Spirit to gently bring words of wisdom from a higher source. Both a healer and a spiritual medium, Niaby hopes to inspire people to find the power to heal themselves. Niaby is the author of the channeled book The Spirit of Life, and she is host of the podcast The Spirit of Life in Ibiza.

Kedarji is a holistic well-being visionary, and he is founder of The Bhakta School of Transformation, an Ohio-based, not-for-profit public charity devoted to lasting inner peace and well-being. He will discuss the relationship between the body and the self, how to rid yourself of stress, and how to stick with a healthy diet. Kedarji is a certified holistic healing practitioner and offers holistic and plant-based nutrition coaching, along with meditation and chanting methods for spiritual growth.

Jackie Sobon, the powerhouse behind the successful food blog Vegan Yack Attack, will share tips and recipes from her book Vegan Yack Attack’s Plant-Based Meal Prep. Jackie will discuss how to prepare weekly vegan meal plans in order to streamline your lifestyle. Jackie is the “Sweet Treats” columnist for VegNews magazine, and she has photographed more than 10 cookbooks.

Julieanna Hever, M.S., R.D., C.P.T., The Plant-Based Dietitian, answers questions related to the plant-based diet. Julieanna will talk about notable nutrients, plant-based sources of amino acids, and macro confusion, along with her guidance for eating healthy on a budget. Julieanna Hever has an M.S. in nutrition and has authored five books, and she is coauthor of The Healthspan Solution.

Author of The Oat Milk Cookbook, Kim Lutz will share how oat milk is gaining widespread popularity as a vegan alternative to cow’s milk, due to its delicious flavor and impressive nutrient profile. Kim will discuss food allergies, digestive distress, and other gut troubles, plus lots of tips for using oat milk in recipes. Kim is the author of several cookbooks, and she is the creator of the allergy-friendly website Kim’s Welcoming Kitchen.

Founder of Yummy Plants and author of It’s Easy to Start Eating Vegan, Rebecca Gilbert will share guidance and tips on how to get started being vegan. Rebecca will talk about easy dairy and egg alternatives, what to serve on holidays, and her favorite vegan “mock meat” brands. Rebecca is a former competitive figure skater and she has been a featured speaker at the World Veg Festival, Vegetarian Summerfest, the New York City Vegetarian Food Festival, and Paris Vegan Day.

Founder of Plant-Powered Dog, Diana Laverdure-Dunetz, M.S., will discuss the health and ethical benefits of feeding plant-based diets to canine companions, along with information about dog-friendly fresh fruits and vegetables. Diana holds a master of animal science degree, and she is a dog health writer, vegan canine nutritionist, and passionate animal advocate. She is also the creator of She Goes Vegan, a website empowering women to create a compassionate world through veganism.

Best-selling vegetarian and vegan cookbook author, Nava Atlas shares how to be kind to your wallet, your body, and the environment with tips on plant-based protein bargains; buying in bulk; safe and inexpensive nonorganic fruits and vegetables; and saving with apps! Nava is the author of many cookbooks, including 5-Ingredient Vegan, Wild About Greens, Vegan Holiday Kitchen, and Vegan Soups and Hearty Stews for All Seasons.

Alison Tierney of Wholesome LLC will discuss the power of nutrition along with a healthy lifestyle to help combat chronic disease. Alison will talk about achieving better health and what we need to do to keep our “gut” happy. Alison is a board-certified oncology registered dietitian, focusing on educating and empowering individuals to take their health into their own hands.

Vegan design expert, author, educational speaker, and global influencer, Deborah DiMare will discuss how to design an ethical, healthy home space and how to create safe play spaces for kids. Deborah is also the creator of VeganDesign.org, and she has been featured on Today, NBC, TLC, and in the Los Angeles Times, Forbes, and HuffPost.

Motivational speaker, entrepreneur, and authority of body-mind training, Cara Bradley will discuss strategies on how to shift from frazzled to focused and how to experience stillness, settle our nervous system, reduce stress, and get vitality. Cara is a former professional skater and has led Fortune 500 companies, CEOs, and college sports teams through her signature performance strategies. She is author of On The Verge: Wake Up, Show Up, and Shine and host of the On The Verge podcast.

Accomplished author, radio host, and mentor Cynthia Occelli will discuss how to cultivate self-worth and release self-doubt during these challenging times. She will share tips on becoming grounded and centered, healing and balancing our energy centers, and changing our lives by becoming the best version of ourselves. Hailed by President Bill Clinton as an American success story, Cynthia is host of Self-Centered on Unity Online Radio.

Certified empowerment coach, spiritual teacher, and public speaker Cylvia Hayes will help us look at how we can reinvent our lives, careers, and identities while reclaiming peace, power, and purpose. Cylvia will share how to manage fear in crisis, how to release shame and guilt, and how we can harness forgiveness. Cylvia is the former First Lady of Oregon and founder of 3EStrategies.  

Founder of PlantBasedEatingForHealth.com, Kathleen Gage will discuss self-care in today’s changing world and share tips on how to help minimize your risk of COVID-19 through better nutrition. Kathleen received a certificate in plant-based nutrition from eCornell University in order to help raise awareness about the benefits and compassion of a plant-based lifestyle.

Founder and President of Wellness Forum Health, Dr. Pam Popper will discuss what to eat, along with strategies that work to help lose weight. She will help us understand the problem with many weight-loss plans and why so many fad diets fail. Dr. Popper serves on the president’s board for the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine in Washington, D.C., and she is author of Food Over Medicine: The Conversation That Could Save Your Life.

Julieanna Hever, M.S., R.D., C.P.T., The Plant-Based Dietitian, will share how we can eat well in these challenging times, while strengthening our immune system. Julieanna will share her guidelines for readjusting the way we think about food and effective diet tips, which can help to reduce the risk of disease and achieve optimal health. Julieanna Hever has an M.S. in nutrition and has authored five books, and she is coauthor of The Healthspan Solution.

Rebecca Heaton is the editor of Live Naturally magazine, focusing on natural and organic eating, along with ideas for healthy, sustainable living. Rebecca will share information on trending plant-based foods and eco-friendly lifestyle tips. Rebecca has been writing about nutrition, health, fitness, and wellness for more than 25 years.

Best-selling vegetarian and vegan cookbook author Nava Atlas shares how to shift into lighter foods for warmer weather, focusing on recipes and tips that feature summer produce combined with pantry staples. Nava is the author of many cookbooks, including 5-Ingredient Vegan, Wild About Greens, Vegan Holiday Kitchen, Vegan Soups and Hearty Stews for All Seasons, and others.  

Founder and president of Wellness Forum Health, Dr. Pam Popper will discuss osteoporosis, including what causes osteoporosis, the top plant sources of calcium, and the best ways to keep your bones healthy. Dr. Popper serves on the president’s board for the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine in Washington, D.C., and she is author of Food Over Medicine: The Conversation That Could Save Your Life.

Founder of Yoga on Main, Alison Miller will share how health is a complex ecosystem that is fueled by attention to daily habits that help us to nourish, grow, and heal. She will talk about the basics of good nutrition and guide us through a stress releasing meditation. Alison is a certified yoga health coach and a graduate of the T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies.

Board-certified family physician and No. 1 The New York Times best-selling author, Joel Fuhrman, M.D., will discuss his new book, Eat for Life: The Breakthrough Nutrient-Rich Program for Longevity, Disease Reversal, and Sustained Weight Loss. Dr. Fuhrman will share tips on how to reverse medical problems such as type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, autoimmune diseases such as lupus and psoriasis, and excess weight.

President and cofounder of Farm Sanctuary, Gene Baur will discuss these challenging times in relation to how we connect with animals. He will share information about the strong maternal bond between farm animal mothers and their babies, along with how Farm Sanctuary continues to provide a space of calm and refuge during these difficult times.

Founder and president of Wellness Forum Health, Dr. Pam Popper will talk in-depth about important nutrients, with tips for staying healthy during these challenging times. Dr. Popper serves on the president’s board for the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine in Washington, D.C., and she is author of Food Over Medicine: The Conversation That Could Save Your Life.

Coauthors of the The Healthspan Solution Julieanna Hever and Ray Cronise will share tips and in-depth advice for achieving optimal health during this uncertain time in our world. Ray Cronise, B.S., is a scientist-innovator focused on diet and nutrition, and he is the cofounder of Lifestyle Reauthored, a lifestyle transformation company. Julieanna Hever, M.S., RD, CPT, the plant-based dietitian, has a B.A. in theatre and M.S. in nutrition, has authored five books, and is the cofounder and Nutrition Director for Efferos.

Canada’s Guitarist of the Year Johannes Linstead will share how music can help us heal, along with tips for embracing a holistic lifestyle. He will discuss how to reduce stress during this challenging time, and he will guide us through a short, relaxing meditation. Johannes is a certified Kundalini yoga instructor and the founder of Divine Earth, a humanitarian organization promoting meditation, yoga, holistic living, and the healing power of music.

Christa Clark, who runs the award-winning plant-based blog Artistic Vegan, will teach us how to release stress and keep your mind and body healthy during these uncertain times. She will share stress reducing techniques, healthy recipe ideas, a short meditation, basic yoga tips, and affirmations for strength and relaxation. Christa is author of The Artistic Vegan Cookbook: An Alchemical Transformation, and she is a structural integrator and yoga teacher.

Founder and president of Wellness Forum Health Dr. Pam Popper discusses foods that can be considered controversial, sharing nutritional information and common myths surrounding these foods. Dr. Popper serves on the president’s board for the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine in Washington, D.C., and she is author of Food Over Medicine: The Conversation That Could Save Your Life.

Certified holistic health coach and plant-based chef Dianne Wenz teaches us how to enhance an animal-friendly, dietary lifestyle with tips on purchasing the right proteins, fats, and complex carbs, beginning with the top vegan diet mistakes. Dianne coaches people from across the globe, supporting them in improving their health and well-being, as well as making dietary and lifestyle changes.

Founder of the VeggieInspired.com food blog Jenn Sebestyen talks about how to improve your overall health, help the planet, and make plant-based, weeknight cooking fun for the whole family! Jenn has appeared on CBS' The Doctors and has been featured in Women's Health, Better Homes & Gardens, Country Living, Prevention, Redbook, Buzzfeed, HuffPost, MSN, PETA, and many more.

Best-selling vegetarian and vegan cookbook author Nava Atlas shares how to make fast, fun, and delicious vegan meals at home—using just five ingredients per dish. Nava is the author of many cookbooks, including 5-Ingredient Vegan, Wild About Greens, Vegan Holiday Kitchen, Vegan Soups and Hearty Stews for All Seasons, and others.