Gigi Jones lost some faith in her surgeon when he told her there was nothing she could do to fortify herself for surgery for her colon cancer. She then decided to forego the surgery altogether, and bet her life on the power of living foods. Today, nine years later, she glows with health and is the owner of Gigi's Vegan + Wellness Cafe in Kansas City.

Visit Gigi's website: https://gigisvegancafe.com/

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Gigi Jones and Her Journey

04:49 The Diagnosis: A Life-Changing Moment

10:04 Choosing a Different Path: Rejecting Surgery

15:09 The Awakening: Discovering Food as Medicine

19:47 Transformation at the Hippocrates Institute

24:58 The Results: A New Lease on Life

28:14 The Journey to Healing: Medical Insights and Personal Strength

30:01 Fasting and Nutrition: The Role of Juices and Vitamins

31:53 Mental Wellness: Releasing Trauma for Healing

33:47 Holistic Healing: Beyond Food and the Importance of Lifestyle

35:14 The Impact of Diet on Health: A Personal Transformation

38:01 Community Engagement: Changing Mindsets in the African-American Community

41:21 Family Influence: The Vegan Journey of Gigi's Sons

44:14 Expanding the Vision: Gigi's Vegan and Wellness Cafe

48:25 Nourishing Communities: The Kansas City Health Initiative

51:17 Future Plans: Growth and Expansion of Gigi's Vision

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In this engaging conversation, Alex Walch, known as @YaBonks , shares his multifaceted journey as a vegan, animal sanctuary owner, bodybuilder, and crypto educator. He discusses his transition to veganism, the establishment of Karma Farm Sanctuary, and the intersection of his interests in bodybuilding and cryptocurrency. The dialogue explores the principles of Bitcoin, the importance of self-custody in crypto, and the broader implications of financial education in today's world. In this conversation, Glen and Alex explore the complexities of cryptocurrency, particularly the differences between centralized and decentralized finance. They discuss the importance of security practices in managing digital assets, the evolution of blockchain technology, and the future of money in relation to Bitcoin and fiat currencies. The conversation also touches on the growth of veganism and animal rights advocacy, highlighting the interconnectedness of these movements with financial practices. Finally, they delve into the risks associated with investing in cryptocurrency and the strategies for navigating this volatile market.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Alex Walsh and His Journey

02:49 The Vegan Transformation: A Personal Journey

05:56 Building a Sanctuary: Karma Farm Sanctuary

08:55 Bodybuilding and Veganism: A Unique Combination

11:48 The Intersection of Crypto and Personal Interests

15:09 Understanding Crypto: Basics and Misconceptions

18:05 Bitcoin: The Future of Money

21:02 The Risks and Rewards of Cryptocurrency

23:57 Self-Custody and the Importance of Security

32:34 Navigating Centralized vs. Decentralized Finance

39:46 Understanding Blockchain and Proof of Stake

45:59 The Future of Money: Bitcoin vs. Fiat

51:55 The Growth of Veganism and Animal Rights Advocacy

57:31 Investing in Cryptocurrency: Risks and Strategies

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In this episode of the Glen Merzer Show, Rachael Brown shares her journey from a standard diet to embracing a whole food, plant-based lifestyle. She discusses the health benefits she experienced, particularly in relation to cholesterol and overall well-being, and how her family's transition to this diet was facilitated. Rachael emphasizes the importance of understanding nutrition, the role of exercise, and the impact of dietary choices on pain management. She also introduces her book, 'For Forks' Sake', designed to be an accessible guide for those interested in plant-based eating.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Rachael Brown and Her Journey

02:51 Transition to a Whole Food, Plant-Based Diet

06:03 Family Dynamics and Dietary Changes

08:49 The Impact of Diet on Health and Cholesterol

12:09 Testing and Monitoring Health

15:03 Navigating Dietary Changes with Children

18:08 Supplements and Nutritional Needs

20:52 Exercise and Lifestyle Choices

24:12 Pain Management and Diet

27:04 Rachael's Book and Its Purpose

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