The Vegan Sexy Cool Podcast

If you are looking to get your wellness in check, this episode is for you. Jacque has a very real conversation with Coach Jazz about what we need to finally lean into our wellness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Vegan Lifestyle Coach, Dr. Kevin Jenkins talks about how possible it is to transition to a plant-based lifestyle with the right guidance. Dr. Kevin is a long time vegan who began his journey as a vegetarian. In this episode he shares his commitment to helping people, especially Black men rethink their food habits, and how poor choices are only a setback from really being the protector. And he is proof that veganism is the fountain of youth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I talk to shoe designer Dyandra Raye becoming vegan about filling a void in the fashion industry and honoring her loved ones Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Filmmaker Jasmine Leyva stops by to talk about her documentary, The Invisible Vegan. We discuss unhealthy dietary patterns in the African-American community. Jasmine also shares her thoughts on black representation in the vegan community, and why patience is a necessity on your vegan journey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Special Guest Koya Webb is a wellness visionary who shares tips on how to practice daily self-care, how to make healthy living a priority, and how yoga can put you in tune with yourself. Koya is known internationally as a yoga teacher, holistic health coach, author, motivational speaker, and Vegan activist. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Vegan Cooking Instructor, wellness coach and breast cancer survivor Donna shares how eating Vegan saved her life and why she now works to teach others how to do the same. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Special Guest Juanita Ingram shares the good and the bad of being a Black American woman and Vegan, living in Taiwan. She also discuss the serious medical issue that lead her to Veganism, and how she reveals all in her reality show on Amazon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is the perfect mix of education and some good girl talk. Broadcast Journalist Jane Velez-Mitchell is a long time Vegan and passionate animal advocate. In this podcast, she talks about her journey to veganism, the impacts of living a plant-based life, and the “why” behind her new Amazon cooking show.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jacque talks with Steven Seighman, The Nut Free Vegan, about how he manages his nut allergies while eating Vegan. Steven also shares great recipes and tips. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode we celebrate the first anniversary of The Vegan Sexy Cool Podcast with a live conversation with part of my squad. Executive Chef Nina Curtis, Vegan Influencer Ashley Renne, and Vegan Activist Gwenna Hunter join me to talk sex, food,  activism and more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In part 4 of the Veganuary series, advice on doing yoga from instructor and Vegan Tiana Hill. Tiana shares why getting on the mat is for everyone, regardless of their physical level and why the time to start, is now. She also shares how yoga can help us get through life's obstacles, how it helps with physical fitness, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In part 3 of our Veganuary series, Fitness Trainer Corsica Grice shares tips on what to eat and how to work out to meet your weight loss goals. She also shares her incredible weight loss journey and how eating Vegan became her secret weapon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In part 2 of the Veganuary series, Fitness and Nutritionist Coach Karina Inkster shares tips and advice for working out while older on a plant-based lifestyle. She also talks about the importance of using the body, the natural process of aging, and how aging changes the way we workout. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fitness expert, nutritionist and Vegan Gigi Carter breaks down what to eat, how to eat and how to exercise to build muscle and strength on a vegan diet. She also shares what she eats while training and foods you need to add to your shopping list. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plant Based Chef Porsche Thomas shares her favorite Vegan comfort food recipes, journey to veganism and why she has patience and love for non Vegans. She talks motherhood as a Vegan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feeling overwhelmed about cooking Vegan? This episode is for you. Executive Chef, Nina Curtis gives useful tips for cooking plant based meals. From food prep to cooking with herbs & spices to must have kitchen tools... Chef Nina will alleviate any anxiety you are feeling and get you on the road to being a successful plant based home chef. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Learn how to get in the proper nutrients while vegan. Holistic Nutritionist and Author, Afya Ibomu talks about the benefits of detoxing and listening to your body. Afya also tells us how sea moss and other superfoods can help us obtain optimal health. This episode will set the tone on how to move forward more effectively with your health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is all about dairy and the impact it has on our health. Race and Nutrition Specialist, Dr. Milton Mills breaks down we should avoid animal milk consumption for both health and ethical reasons. He also gives different plant-based options for those of us who just can't picture life without milk. This episode will challenge our perspectives and all the myths we were taught about the benefits of dairy consumption. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is the Vegan cheese episode... for those of you struggling to give up dairy cheese. Riverdel Cheese Owner, Michaela Grob is a dedicated Vegan cheese expert who makes it known that anyone who wants to go vegan that you don't have to sacrifice. Michaela talks about the variety of gourmet vegan cheeses that are available in her shop and around the world. She also tells me where and what to look for when shopping at the market for quality vegan cheese. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fellow Vegan Ashley Renne shares some easy steps to making the world better, takes us inside her green, solar powered home and gives some insight on her plan to raise her baby Vegan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eat What Elephants Eat CEO Dominick Thompson may look tough on the outside, but has a huge soft spot for animals. In this episode, we talk about his becoming vegan while in prison, his successful vegan business and how he accidentally became a social media sensation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Vegans of LA Founder, Gwenna Hunter is the brains behind the Facebook group, Black Lives Matter Vegan Movement. She tells me she wanted to create a space for black vegans to digest and address social injustices, unapologetically share their experiences, stay updated on news, and talking about voting. Gwenna Hunter created the Black Lives Matter Vegan Movement after noticing within the vegan community there seemed to be little to no space for black vegans to digest the injustices out in the world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Greyston CEO Joe Kenner breaks down his company's practice of open hiring… which means not requiring a resume, interview, references or background check on anyone who wants the job. The company has had great success with open hiring with it's various businesses, including Greyston Bakery, which makes treats that are sold businesses like Whole Foods and Ben & Jerry's.  He also shares details on the bakery's growing number of irresistible Vegan sweets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Business guru, LuLu Cordero spent a decade working and saving up to launch her all-natural, nontoxic, premium Dominican hair-care line. In this final episode of the Vegan natural hair care series she shares inspiration and tips about hair maintenance, how to use her vegan products, the growing business, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Rucker Sisters learned the importance of healthy hair from a young age, and in this episode they share how they turned that into a business. They also give me a tutorial on using their products. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gwen Jimmere is passionate about healthy hair and she made history in her efforts to create vegan and healthy hair care products. She talks about her difficult journey to becoming a natural hair care rock star and her 5 in 1 clay based product that she says will change the way you do your hair. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John Lewis AKA Badass Vegan shares details on his investigative new documentary that examines food and drug companies negatively targeting the Black community. He also tells his story of overcoming obesity and addiction, and motivating the masses. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nutritionist, Author and Vegan lifestyle expert Tracye McQuirter joins me to talk about her new book on how eating vegan can help you age better physically and mentally. We also discuss her journey to Veganism and her effort to get 10,000 Black women to go Vegan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I talk with Erika Hazel about creating the brand, Bizerkeley Vegan; keeping the focus on Black Vegan business and how George Floyd's death changed the tone of her brand. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You are going to walk away from this episode with a lot to think about and it is really worth the listen! Vegan, writer and animal activist Christopher Sebastian breaks down the similarities in the oppression of Black Americans and animals. He also discusses the importance of seeing Black people who work as animal activist. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Award winning plant based chef and nutritionist Nina Curtis joins Jacque to discuss the advantages of Black people giving up meat and dairy, why she has been vegan for more than 20 years, and what she loves to cook up in the kitchen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Restaurateur Charles Davis shares some of his secrets to turning some of your favorite dishes in to delicious plant based dishes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Professional boxer and Philadelphia native Bryant Jennings tells us how becoming plant based made him a better athlete. He also tackles common myths about eating plant based. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jacque provides some easy tips for beginning your plant based journey. She is also joined by the founder of VEERAH Shoes, Stacey Chang, to discuss how she got started and how she made chic shoes with out using leather or suede. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jacque celebrates the animal activism from tv host Bill Maher. And long time vegan and nutritionist Samantha Bailey joins Jacque to discuss facing the challenging early weeks and months of eating plant based. Sam also talks about managing one of Jacque's fav vegan resturants. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The creator of The Lip Bar, Melissa Butler, joins Jacque to talk about filling a void in the beauty industry, building her business from her kitchen sink and why she decided to make her products cruelty free and vegan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Did you know most of the members of iconic hip hop group The Wu Tang Clan are vegan? Jacque talks to member Rza about his 20 year vegan journey and sharing recipes with fellow group members Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the midst of this pandemic, I speak with Dr. Argie managing our stress and anxiety. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

NYC mayoral candidate, Brooklyn Borough President and plant based advocate Eric Adams is very busy managing the covid crisis in BK. I talk to him about the importance of self care at times like this and why he eats vegan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nicole Centeno struggle to find healthy food choices during her first pregnancy. So the culinary chef created her own and that was the beginning of Splendid Spoon. She shares her story of success and wellness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Helen Collen shares how she coded on the operating table in the middle of delivering her baby boy. She credits her plant based diet and overall focus on wellness for her survival. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

June Ambrose is a fashion industry powerhouse and a social media superstar. We are talking with her about how eating plant based is key to her wellness journey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

TV/ film producer and long time wellness expert Tonya Lewis Lee sits down with Jacque to discuss her vegan journey, making her wellness a priority and her new line of vegan multivitamins. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jacque talks to plant based nutritional expert Coach Gessie about vegan toxins and vegan shoe and bag designer BeBe Meher shares the latest with her Cult of Coquette line. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jacque interviews comedian Marina Franklin about her vegan journey and battling breast cancer. Jacque also goes one in one with Pinky Cole, owner of the very popular Slutty Vegan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Several years ago, Jacque had her first vegan meal with journalist, author, activist and long time vegan Kevin Powell. Kevin stops by the studio and the two friends share notes and laughs on their experiences as vegans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jacque shares an Oprah approved, easy way to begin you vegan journey. Also vegan nutritionist Afya Obomu gives advice on being healthy while vegan and Hip Hop Is Green CEO Keith Tucker shares his journey to engage black youth on eating healthy and loving the animals and planet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jacque Reid launches the Vegan Sexy Cool podcast with a producer from The Invisible Vegan documentary.  She also samples some vegan food and gives some coaching to a wanna be vegan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices