Podcast appearances and mentions of Haile Thomas

Haile Thomas is a 22yr old international speaker, wellness & compassion activist, content creator, writer, co-founder of wellness teahouse, Matcha Thomas, and the non-profit HAPPY (Healthy, Active, Positive, Purposeful, Youth). Haile founded HAPPY when she was 12 years old to redefine youth empowerment through free holistic wellness education and plant-based nutrition in at-risk communities. In 2017, she became the youngest graduate from the Institute for Integrative Nutrition as a Certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach (at age 16). In 2020, at 19, Haile published her debut self-help cookbook, “Living Lively,” with HarperCollins.

How does a 12-year-old start a non-profit? Haile Thomas will tell you. Now 20, Haile is accomplished beyond her years. Extraordinarily articulate and composed, Haile has been featured on The Food Network, Good Morning America, The Dr. Oz Show, the Drew Barrymore Show, and a dozen other talk shows. She's the founder of The Happy Organization—a non-profit that empowers kids to embrace self-care and plant-based nutrition. She's also the author of Living Lively—a cookbook with 80 plant-based recipes and a full outline of her 7 Points of Power to obtain a balanced, grounded, and actualized state of being. Haile has a quiet power that is magnetic in force. You'll be drawn in the minute she starts to speak.  What we discuss in this episode:   - Why she went vegan to save her dad from type 2 diabetes   - Honoring cultural roots while adhering to a plant-based diet Haile's 7 points of power   - Leaning into authenticity in the face of pressure   - Knowing oneself and establishing self-care   - Haile's book, Living Lively   - Follow Haile on Instagram @hailethomas   - Follow Haile's non-profit, The Happy Org, @thehappyorg   Connect with Switch4Good - YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ2toqAmlQpwR1HDF_KKfGg   - Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Switch4Good/   - Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/switch4good/   - Twitter - https://twitter.com/Switch4GoodOrg   - Website - https://switch4good.org/

On this week’s edition of In Black America, producer and host John L. Hanson, Jr. speaks with Haile Thomas, author of Living Lively: 80 Plant-Based Recipes to Activate Your Power and Feed Your Potential, about her work as a health, nutrition and self-improvement activist and author.

Today we present cookbooks from black chefs and black cookbook authors. We'll share  some of our favorites and some classics, as well as newly published cookbooks.(Disclosure: Some of the links in this post are affiliate links. This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, we will receive an affiliate commission at no extra cost to you) Jubilee: Recipes from Two Centuries of African American Cooking: A Cookbook by Toni Tipton-Martin https://amzn.to/3qsNmKTIn Pursuit of Flavor: The Beloved Classic Cookbook from the Acclaimed Author of The Taste of Country Cooking by Edna Lewis https://amzn.to/3qpMRBuVegetable Kingdom: The Abundant World of Vegan Recipes by Bryant Terry https://amzn.to/3bdX7pNThe Rise: Black Cooks and the Soul of American Food: A Cookbook by Marcus Samuelsson https://amzn.to/3pnRJ8DBlack, White, and The Grey: The Story of an Unexpected Friendship and a Beloved Restaurant by Mashama Bailey (Author)John O. Morisano (Author)https://amzn.to/3jSsM46Son of a Southern Chef: Cook with Soul by Lazarus Lynch (Author)https://amzn.to/2NAT5Q8Living Lively: 80 Plant-Based Recipes to Activate Your Power and Feed Your Potential by Haile Thomas https://amzn.to/2OEhLYBRodney Scott's World of BBQ: Every Day Is a Good Dayby Rodney Scotthttps://amzn.to/3qsLKkeBlack Girl Baking: Wholesome Recipes Inspired by a Soulful Upbringing by Jerrelle Guy https://amzn.to/3jSvAORRice: a Savor the South® cookbook (Savor the South Cookbooks) by Michael W. Twitty https://amzn.to/3diP79H

This month, we're chatting with Haile Thomas, 19-year-old author of Living Living, food justice advocate, and CEO of the HAPPY Org, we're also talking about challenging diet and detox culture and celebrating citrus season!

In this episode, Bailey chats with best selling author and vegan chef, Haile Thomas. They dive into what it was like for her to write a cookbook and publish it during the wild year of 2020. They also chat about the idea of being worthy of rest and relaxation and how to avoid social media burn out. Mental health was a huge focus in this episode as Haile shares her own personal journey with her own burn out and finding a positive balance. Haile gives her insight on how to bring racial justice though health and food justice as well as how to get activated within your community even during times of social distance and lockdowns. This is an episode that will make you feel seen, inspired and motivated to take care of yourself so that you can take care of the world around you too! Check out Haile's non-profit organization: www.thehappyorg.org Order her plant based cookbook Living Lively anywhere you get your favorite books and follow her over on Instagram @hailethomas

Join Nicole Marquis, restaurateur CEO and founder of Hip City Veg, and Haile Thomas, compassion and wellness activist and author of empowerment cookbook Living Lively, to chat about their mission and commitment to plant-based eating. The pair discusses the launch of the Oh Maitake Beyond Gluten-Free Burger, a collaborative menu item now available at Hip City Veg, and their shared mission to expand access and awareness of plant-based eating, rooted in the perspective that food is medicine. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/feedthemalik/message

At just 19 years old, Haile Thomas is already an international speaker, wellness activist, vegan advocate, and the author of Living Lively: 80 Plant-Based Recipes to Activate Your Power and Feed Your Potential.  Needless to say, we are thrilled that […]

Plant based eating isn't just carrots and spinach. It's french fries and burgers and smoothies. And, it's not just better for your health it, it's better for the environment. Joining Nycci On Industry Night with Nycci Nellis are twi inspiring women entrepreneurs, Nicole Marquis of Hip City Veg and The Happy Org's Haile Thomas. @thehappyorg @hailethomas @n_marquis @hipcityveg @avivagoldfarb @nyccinellis

Haile Thomas is an international speaker, wellness & compassion activist, vegan food & lifestyle content creator, and the founder/CEO of the non-profit HAPPY (Healthy, Active, Positive, Purposeful, Youth). Impacting over 89,000 people, Haile founded HAPPY when she was 12 years old to redefine youth empowerment through holistic education and address the need for free/ Source

This week on In Black America, producer and host John L. Hanson, Jr. speaks with Haile Thomas, an international speaker, wellness and compassion activist, content creator and author of Living Lively. Ms. Thomas is a graduate of the Institute for Integrative Nutrition and founder/CEO of the non-profit HAPPY.

This week on In Black America, producer and host John L. Hanson, Jr. speaks with Haile Thomas, an international speaker, wellness and compassion activist, content creator and author of Living Lively. Ms. Thomas is a graduate of the Institute for Integrative Nutrition and founder/CEO of the non-profit HAPPY.

In the final installment of our Food Media Awakening Series—and the beginning of our fall 2020 season—we're talking with teenage food professionals about what drew them to food and food writing and what they see for the food media and restaurant industries as their generation enters the workforce. Oakland-based Rahanna Bisseret Martinez shares her perspective on restaurant kitchens, New York City's Food and Finance High School student Michael Stanton discusses their junior class project and telling the stories of trailblazing people of color in food, and cookbook author and activist Haile Thomas talks about what drew her to wellness, a vegan diet, and advocacy. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this BONUS episode (50) of The EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE Podcast, I’m speaking with Haile Thomas, a 19-year-old wellness and compassion activist, CEO of The Happy Org., international speaker and cookbook author of Living Lively. Haile was recently featured by instagram, as well as Gary Vee and was invited to the White House by Michelle Obama back in 2013. On the podcast, we speak about how Haile has used instagram to share her message of compassion, how to be authentic and vulnerable and what it really means to go viral on social media. Here’s what else you can expect from this week’s episode….   Haile introduces herself Haile shares where she found the courage to be vulnerable online Haile talks about why she decided to expand what she shares on her instagram feed to include content beyond food We discuss if disclosing more about your innermost self as a food content creator helps or hinders growth on instagram We explore whether the curated instagram feed is a thing of the past Haile shares how she found her own voice Haile outlines how she grew an engaged and committed online community We deep dive into the topic managing the allure of external validation and obtaining likes on instagram Haile opens up about what it’s been like to have her content go viral on instagram We speak about what role IGTV has played for Haile’s growth on instagram Haile talks about how she believes we can stand out on instagram Haile explains how she found her way to a vegan lifestyle We chat about what it means to be BIPOC in the vegan space Haile shares more about her book deal and her new book, Living Lively   LINKS MENTIONED: Join the waiting list for my Autumn Ecourse Pre-register for my #eatcaptureshare food photography challenge Connect with Haile on instagram or via her website Haile’s book Living Lively Podcast interview with my sister, Sumer, from Delish Vegan Doughnuts Gary Vee’s Audio Experience The Korean Vegan Harper Collins Find me on instagram here Find the full show notes here

Wellness and compassion activist, Haile Thomas, joins me this week to discuss her new book LIVING LIVELY, as well as her work as an international speaker and founder and CEO of the non-profit organization, “HAPPY”. Follow Haile’s Journey: Instagram: @hailethomas Check Out HAPPY: https://www.thehappyorg.org/ Purchase Living Lively: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/living-lively-haile-thomas/1134259898

Named a Gen Z leader by Michelle Obama herself, it’s an absolute honor to have Haile Thomas on the podcast today. Haile is a 19 year old motivational speaker, wellness & compassion activist, entrepreneur,  vegan food & lifestyle content creator, as well as the CEO and Founder of the non-profit,  HAPPY. All of Haile’s programs, projects, and initiatives are geared towards engaging, educating, motivating and empowering young people to prioritize self-care and nurture introspection to cultivate healthy and purpose filled lives. Her work began at 12 years old when she founded HAPPY (Healthy, Active, Positive, Purposeful Youth) in order to bring education and resources to the youth so that they can learn the skills to live a healthy and happy life. Shortly after, Haile began her speaking career and would go on to speak at stages such as the Teen Vogue Summit, The Kids State Dinner, Expo East and West, and Tedx to name a few. Haile’s work has reached and impacted over 80,000 people to the day and will now reach even more with her latest publication, Living Lively. The book is a fusion of self introspection through journal prompts as well as providing 70+ delicious plant based recipes. Find the link below! In this episode we discuss: Michelle Obama’s decree for HaileWhy self compassion matters when doing introspective workFilling out cup before we serve othersWhat it means to ‘Live Lively’ Finding your own path in lifeStarting a non-profit at 12 years oldWhy Haile founded HAPPY Discovering your voice and then sharing itThe strength found in vulnerability Her book, Living LivelyTo connect with Haile find her @hailethomas and her book: https://www.hailevthomas.com/livinglivelyFind me @emilyfeikls and @letsthrivepodcast

Haile Thomas is the youngest person to ever appear on the Sigrun Show, and she has an inspiring story to tell.    At only 19 years old, she is an international speaker, activist and CEO of her own non-profit HAPPY, which she founded when she was 12. She has been featured on TV and highlighted in publications like O Magazine and Teen Vogue.   Her journey started when she was a very young child and her parents welcomed her to joining conversations they had with other adults instead of sending her away to play. It made her very secure at an early age.    When Haile's father was diagnosed with diabetes and the medications he had to take caused severe side effects, her family started looking for alternative treatments. Haile was fully involved in the process of healing her dad and in the process learned about the power of healthy nutrition and coming together as a community for a cause. In the end, her family was able to reverse the condition of her father without the use of medication.    Haile felt so inspired, but was also increasingly shocked that children aren't learning more about leading a healthy life. She made it her mission to motivate and empower young people to prioritize self-care and pursue healthy and purpose filled lives, impacting thousands in the process.    “When you follow that intention and purpose behind what you're doing, all else that you need follows suit.”- Haile Thomas   Speaker at the Selfmade Summit I came across Haile when I was planning the Selfmade Summit in Iceland. It would have been this year, but because of the ongoing pandemic I postponed it to June 2021. I had most of my speakers lined up, but I wanted to also have someone speak on stage who was younger. Haile was recommended to me by other entrepreneurs, and when I checked out her website, I knew she was the one.    In this episode of the Sigrun Show, she talks about the moment she became an activist, the time she worked with Michelle Obama and how this year has affected her work so far. She also introduces her new book Living Lively.    If you want to be inspired by a young woman who has achieved incredible things at a very young age, lean back and hit play.  What you will get out of this episode:  How Haile has achieved so much in such little time (7:15)  The role models who have shaped Haile (9:30) The moment that made Haile become an activist (10:46) How the media found Haile (13:50) What led Haile to go into education and become one of the world's youngest nutrition coaches (17:30) The time Haile worked with Michelle Obama (24:34) How Haile decided to write her book Living Lively (26:14) How Haile makes money (30:40) How this year has affected Haile and what it means for her work in the future (33:00)      Do you want to know more about speaking up and making yourself heard? Learn how to speak your mind even if your voice shakes.  The Incredible Journey of Haile Thomas   When Haile was a child, her father was diagnosed with diabetes. The medication he had to take caused severe side effects, and the family thought of alternative ways to treat him, including a healthier nutrition. They were able to reverse his condition, and Haile felt so inspired that she wanted to do more to promote wellbeing and healthy living.    She joined the youth advisory board for the Alliance for a Healthier Generation, a non-profit in the US. It was the first step in what would become an unique journey.    Haile underwent extensive training, was taught what was going on in the world and what she could do to help her community. The organisation saw her potential for public speaking, and at the age of 10, Haile had her first speaking engagement at a big health conference in Washington D.C.    She was speaking in front of corporate leaders, people from the health and wellness industry, chefs she had always admired on TV, and former First Lady Michelle Obama.    After the event, Haile was approached by representatives of hotels who liked the idea of children being involved in their own wellbeing so much that they wanted her to revise their kid's menu which was being served across the country and in the Caribbean.    It was this partnership that got the media's attention. Haile spoke on national TV, was invited to podcasts and interviewed by local news stations. She attended big events and met high-profile people, but she started to realise that she was losing the ability to really make an impact in the way she originally intended to.    Book release of Living Lively and Keynote Speaker at the Selfmade Summit   Together with her mother, she started brainstorming about how she could be more community centred and came up with the idea to create a non-profit where she could talk to children and educate her peers.    Even though she had a lot of knowledge, she felt she needed to get an external certification in order to validate her before others. However, what really drove her was the desire to learn as much as she possibly could in the field. She attended the Institute for Integrative Nutrition and was the youngest to graduate as a nutrition health coach. She was 16 years old at the time.    More confident with her education and ability to speak, Haile was able to infuse her expertise into her non-profit HAPPY. Her work today includes talking about nutrition and cooking, but also mental health and self-care.    Her most recent step is the release of her book Living Lively. She was collecting ideas for years, and has now combined the topics of self-growth and wellness with nutrition. “It feels like a human 101 guide from the perspective of a young person - that's exactly what Living Lively is.”    We can doubtlessly expect many more great things from Haile, and I'm proud she will be attending the Selfmade Summit in Iceland next year as a keynote speaker.  Did this episode inspire you? I would love to hear your thoughts! You can follow and connect with me on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.  LIVE Workshop: How to Launch in the Next Normal Secure your spot for the brand new live workshop: How to Launch in the Next Normal. Launching is the foundation of my 7 figure business, and I want to teach you how you can launch your own products or services to be successful in the next normal.  Do you want to discover the tested and proven launch method that works in any economy, even during a recession? In this live workshop, I am going to show you what you should and should not do to have your best launch yet. The workshop will take place on August 7th.   Sign up here.  Connect with Haile Thomas: Find out about Haile's work and her book here  You can find all the information on Haile's non-profit here  Do you want to hear Haile speak? Get your ticket to the Selfmade Summit here   Please share, subscribe and review Thank you for joining me on this episode of the Sigrun Show. If you enjoyed this episode, please share, subscribe and review on Apple Podcasts or Google Play Music so more people can enjoy the show. 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Today we are graced by the presence of Haile Thomas, an international speaker, wellness & compassion activist, vegan food & lifestyle creator, Certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach, and the founder & CEO of the HAPPY Organization. Haile discusses her family’s journey to a vegan lifestyle, the importance of reflection, why racism isn’t vegan, and her experience as an activist. After this episode, when you think vegan, you will think HAILE THOMAS! Join Haile’s online community on Instagram @hailethomas and Twitter @hailevthomas. Order Haile’s cookbook, Living Lively, on her website hailevthomas.com and learn more about her nonprofit, The HAPPY Org at https://www.thehappyorg.org/. You can find more information about today’s episode on Instagram @hopefullysustainablepod. Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

Hi friends! Thanks so much for showing up here. In this episode I'm here to discuss the uncomfortable. I debated whether or not to even post a new episode this week. However, I came to the conclusion that I have a platform, and If I can use It to help others find their voice or gain the confidence to look Inward or speak up, then I'm going to. I wanted to be real with you guys and share my thoughts on everything from allyship, cancel culture, being too politically correct, & how we can shift our perspectives to see 2020 as a pivotal year that forces us to grow. I also touch on how I've been doing the work and how you can too when It comes to recognizing white privilege. Lastly, I shoutout a few black women who I've found to be Inspiring, thought-provoking, educational, & powerful Individuals to follow on Instagram. I'll link their profiles below, as well as other resources mentioned. Thanks so much for the listen again, I hope you can take something positive from It! HAILE THOMAS: https://www.instagram.com/hailethomas/ DANIELLE COKE: https://www.instagram.com/ohhappydani/ ARI B. COFER: https://www.instagram.com/a.b.cofer/ TAYLOR NOLAN "WHITE PEOPLE" https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lets-talk-about-it-with-taylor-nolan/id1321043863 LESLIE DWIGHT "2020 QUOTE" https://www.instagram.com/lesliedwight/ FOLLOW ME: https://www.instagram.com/justmands/ BLOG: https://justmands.com/ Inquiries only: justmandsblog@gmail.com

Today's episode dives into the topics that are important for each of us living in America right now. As a white woman, I can only offer a white perspective, but since 2013, I've been diving into a deeper understanding of the blindspots that've been created by the comfort + privilege of my skin, + it's time to share these thoughts with you! Below I've curated an intentional list of resources + links to ensure that you're able to continue learning more long after the episode ends. // START HERE: https://chinookfund.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/Supplemental-Information-for-Funding-Guidelines.pdf;  For supporting kids to a clearer understanding | Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sesamestreet, https://www.instagram.com/apron_education;  For supporting yourself / adults to a clearer understanding | Instagram Rachel Cargle: https://www.instagram.com/rachel.cargle/, Ericka Hart, M. Ed.: https://www.instagram.com/ihartericka, The Loveland Foundation: https://www.instagram.com/thelovelandfoundation, Trevor Noah / The Daily Show: https://www.instagram.com/thedailyshow, Haile Thomas: https://instagram.com/hailethomas, Raquel Willis: https://www.instagram.com/raquel_willis, Lauren Jauregui: https://www.instagram.com/laurenjauregui, Tarana J. Burke: https://www.instagram.com/taranajaneen, Unity Celeste: https://instagram.com/unity.celeste;  For Watching | Netflix (selected from a list compiled by @unity.celeste) Dear White People, Explained: The Racial Wealth Gap, Time: The Kalief Browder Story, Patriot Act: s4 e6, Orange is the New Black: season 4 + 5;  For Listening Rachel Cargle Public Address: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v, My Girl Podcast: https://www.mygirlspodcast.com;  For Moving Forward AMAZING conversation on help + tips with voting: https://www.instagram.com/tv/CATbSdgnFnI/;  For Reading | *most books are sold out online; share/rent/get an e-book account* White Fragility by Robin DiAngelo, The New Jim Crow by Michelle Alexander;  FREE Letter of Accountability for your employer by @whitevas: https://www.patreon.com/posts/37737054=leBPMyQ60HM#action=share

Haile Thomas is 19 years old, an international speaker, wellness & compassion activist, vegan food & lifestyle content creator, the youngest to graduate from the Institute for Integrative Nutrition as a Certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach (at age 16), and the founder/CEO of the non-profit HAPPY (Healthy, Active, Positive, Purposeful, Youth). Haile founded HAPPY when she was 12 years old to redefine youth empowerment through holistic education and address the need for free/affordable plant-based nutrition and wellness education in underserved/at-risk communities. You can follow her online @hailethomas on Instagram and @hailevthomas on Twitter.For more Generation Slay, check us out @generationslay on Instagram,  Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook.Follow Emma across the internet! @emmahavi on Instagram and Twitter and on her website, www.emmahavi.com Wow, you’re still reading this? Cool, drop a review so more people can hear the pod & we’ll see ya next season!

She launched H.A.P.P.Y., a non-profit teaching kids about food and nutrition when she was just 12 years old, and now, 7 years later, Haile Thomas is a voice for her generation and beyond, exhorting her fans to lead healthier, more fulfilling lives. Magnetic, generous, kind, funny, Haile is an old soul who speaks in memes and motivations, travels the world sharing her message, and is on a mission. On this episode of Speaking Broadly, Thomas talks about the responsibilities we all share to heal the planet, her upcoming book, "Living Lively," and what it's like to work with her mom.Want to stay up to date on the latest Speaking Broadly episodes? To hear more conversations with Dana Cowin and her fierce guests, subscribe to Speaking Broadly (it’s free!) on iTunes or Stitcher. If you like what you hear, please take a moment to rate + review us on Apple’s podcast store and follow Dana on Instagram @speakingbroadly and @fwscout. Thanks for tuning in!Speaking Broadly is powered by Simplecast.  

Today we welcome Haile Thomas to Health Coach Radio.  Haile is an 18-year-old international speaker, health activist, vegan food and lifestyle influencer, the youngest Certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach in the nation and the founder and CEO of the non-profit, HAPPY (Healthy Active Positive Purposeful Youth).  Haile founded HAPPY when she was only 12 years old to address the need for free or affordable plant-based nutrition and culinary education in under-served and at-risk communities, as well as in schools and at summer camps.  During this episode we discuss her journey to health coaching, the idea of getting in the mountain rather than on top of it, having your voice heard, how she makes health and nutrition relatable and so much more. Haile is truly wise beyond her years and is touching the lives of people all around the world since first starting her business. We can't wait for you to be inspired by the poise and wisdom that Haile brings to the table.  Enjoy! To learn how to become a health coach or to up-level your skills and credentials as a health coach, visit primalhealthcoach.com.

In this first episode of Season 2, you'll meet 18-year-old Haile Thomas, an international speaker, health activist, vegan food & lifestyle influencer, podcaster, the youngest Certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach in the United States, and the founder/CEO of the nonprofit HAPPY. We'll learn more about Haile's personal journey with nutrition, how she launched a non-profit at only 12-years-old, and how we can educate, motivate and empower each other to make healthy lifestyle choices and live our best lives!

Haile Thomas, 18 years old, is an international speaker, health activist, vegan food & lifestyle influencer, podcaster, the youngest Certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach in the United States, & the CEO of the non-profit HAPPY (Healthy Active Positive Purposeful Youth).   Haile founded HAPPY at 12 years old to address the need for free plant-based nutrition and culinary education, after her family successfully reversed her father's type-2 diabetes without the use of medication, and upon learning that kids were also increasingly being diagnosed with conditions like diabetes, heart disease, and obesity.   In today's episode, we talk about: How Haile started her non-profit at the age of 12 and already educated, motivated and empowered 37.000 kids and thousands of adults around the world to make healthy lifestyle choices Why nutrition and culinary education should be part for the school curriculum and is key for every kid's health and wellbeing How to overcome the fears that are currently holding you back from living your passion Why you need to step up and share your message with others to make an impact And so much more!   You can find the full show notes here: martinafink.com/podcast/71  Do you know your wellness archetype? Take the free quiz here: martinafink.com/quiz

At South by Southwest, Food Tank's panel featuring Haile Thomas, HAPPY; Tony Hillery, Harlem Grown; and Regina Anderson, Food Recovery Network discussed the key to a better future food system: leaders of the future. Read our favorite highlights of this episode as you listen HERE. While you’re listening, subscribe, rate, and review the show; it would mean the world to us to have your feedback. You can listen to “Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg” wherever you consume your podcasts. Apple Podcasts Stitcher Google Play Spotify Become a Food Tank member for exclusive benefits: join HERE! Follow Food Tank on Social Media: Twitter Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Youtube

How Haile's changing the world: Haile is is an 18 year old international speaker, health activist, vegan food & lifestyle influencer, the youngest Certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach in the United States, and the founder/CEO of the nonprofit HAPPY which addresses the need for free/affordable nutrition and culinary education in underserved and at-risk communities, as well as in schools and through annual summer camps. She was inspired to pursue this passion after her family successfully reversed her father’s type-2 diabetes with healthy eating and lifestyle choices. Haile has been featured on Rachel vs. guy Kids Cook Off, Cupcake Wars, the Today Show, Dr. Oz, The Rachael Ray Show and highlighted in several major publications. Her mission positive example and inspiration. And, continue to demonstrate the power and unlimited potential that exists when we walk confidently in the direction of our dreams and live our lives with purpose and passion. In our conversation, Haile shares: How her father’s diagnosis of type 2 diabetes led her family into their health and wellness journey How the reversal of his type 2 diabetes through diet and lifestyle sparked Haile’s passion What gave her the confidence to feel empowered to share this important message How she balances being a kid with the work she was put on this planet to do And how she was applauded by the one and only Michelle Obama All About Haile: On the web On Instagram On Twitter HAPPY  

The youngest Certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach in the United States, Haile Thomas is the 17-year-old founder/CEO of the nonprofit HAPPY. A health activist, Haile started HAPPY at 12 years old to address the need for free and affordable plant-based nutrition and culinary education in underserved and at-risk communities, as well as in schools and through annual summer camps. In this episode, Haile gives tips on eating more healthfully when busy and talks about the scary experience she encountered with her family that led her to change her lifestyle and begin her organization. She also speaks about how our overall health consists of more than just what we eat. At 17, Haile has spoken on international stages and continues to be an advocate for long-term health over the temporary and fleeting flavors of unhealthier foods. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I’d be lying if I didn’t say I was extra-excited to share this week’s interview with you! I’m speaking this week with the remarkable Haile Thomas, an 18-year-old international speaker, health activist, vegan food and lifestyle influencer, and the youngest Certified Integrative Health Coach in the United States. Haile is the founder and CEO of the non-profit HAPPY (Healthy, Active, Positive, Purposeful Youth). She founded HAPPY at age 12 to address the need for free and affordable plant-based nutrition and culinary education in under-served and at-risk communities, as well as in schools and through annual summer camps. Haile has personally engaged over 15, 000 kids and thousands of adults around the world since she began her activism in 2010. She was inspired to pursue this passion after her family successfully reversed her father’s type-2 diabetes without the use of medication, only with healthy eating and lifestyle choices, and upon learning that kids were increasingly being diagnosed with conditions like diabetes, heart disease, and obesity. All of Haile’s programs, projects, and initiatives are geared towards engaging, educating, and empowering young people to make healthy lifestyle choices and live their best lives. Haile and her work have been featured on the Today Show, Food Network, CNN, Buzzfeed, MTV, NowThis, Dr. Oz, Teen Vogue, Fortune, O Magazine, and the Experience Magazine… to name a few! In our discussion, Haile shares her experiences founding and running HAPPY, and how to spark a joy and curiosity in kids around food and nutrition (yes, even picky eaters!). She speaks to how her own business and personal connection to food has grown with her through time, and how that’s impacted her business goals and desires. We also discuss what makes folks in her generation so successful in being advocates for social justice and equity on the world stage. Haile is a woman I am constantly inspired by, and it was a true delight to be able to speak with her for this episode! Resources: Haile’s Website Haile’s Instagram  

Food advocates Questlove and Haile Thomas talk about the disparity between food waste and hunger, calling attention to the communities impacted most.  Read our favorite highlights of this episode as you listen HERE. While you’re listening, subscribe, rate, and review the show; it would mean the world to us to have your feedback. You can listen to “Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg” wherever you consume your podcasts. Apple Podcasts Stitcher Google Play Spotify   Become a Food Tank member for exclusive benefits: join HERE!   Follow Food Tank on Social Media: Twitter Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Youtube

Haile Thomas teaches kids how to prepare healthy and sustainable food through The HAPPY Organization.

Haile Thomas teaches kids how to prepare healthy and sustainable food through The HAPPY Organization.

Haile Thomas discovered her life’s work early. At 8 years old she began a journey toward healthy eating. Nine years later, she is the founder of a social enterprise and she is helping young people around the world eat and live healthier.  Fear in the passenger seat, not the driver’s seat of your life. Wait until you hear how she has decided to take on her own education. In this episode, she has a great message for entrepreneurs, both young and old.  

Haile Thomas is 16 years old, a homeschooled 11th grader, youth health activist, motivational speaker, teen vegan chef, and the youngest certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach from the Institute for Integrative Nutrition. Haile is also the founder and executive director of the HAPPY Organization established in 2012 in Tucson, AZ, now based in New Windsor, NY. HAPPY (Healthy Active Positive Purposeful Youth) was established to address the need for free and/or low cost nutrition and culinary education for young people in underserved/at-risk communities. At 10 years old, after successfully helping to reverse her father's Type-2 Diabetes through healthy eating & other lifestyle changes, Haile began her journey to engage, educate, and inspire youth and families to embrace healthy habits. Her experience in the health food movement includes personally engaging over 7000 young people in schools, summer camps, community events, and through HAPPY's youth programs and special events, as well as through her appearances at major health and wellness conferences across the country.BIOHaile has served on several advisory boards, including the Canyon Ranch Institute Life Enhancement Program, Chop Chop Magazine, and the Hip Hop Public Health Organization. She is also served for 3 years on the Clinton Foundation's Alliance for a Healthier Generation Youth Advisory Board. Haile is one of the first 8 young chefs featured on season one of Rachael vs. Guy Kids-Cook-Off, and also on Cupcake Wars Kids both airing on Food Network. She also worked for two years as the Jr. Chef Advisor for Hyatt Hotel’s “For Kids - By Kids” Menu, with her kids menu recipes served at all Hyatt Resorts in North America and the Caribbean, and most recently as a Nutrition Science Assistant with Canyon Ranch Institute. She currently hosts the "Plant-Powered Haile" Cooking Series on YouTube where she shares delicious and nutritious plant-based recipes that everyone can enjoy! Haile has been featured on the Today Show, Dr. Oz, Home and Family Show, and The Rachael Ray Show, and highlighted in several major publications including O Magazine, Teen Vogue, and YES Magazine, and is the first teen featured on the Cover of Experience Life Magazine in the October 2016 issue.