The Jazzy Vegetarian

Today I welcome Dr. Pam Popper to talk about her role in Jazzy Vegetarian on National Public Television! Season 2 features Dr. Pam Popper sharing her wisdom about many of the plant-based foods featured in the series. From  “Rockin’ Moroccan Stew” to “Chocolate Mousse Ginger Pie,” this season ROCKS! Dr. Pam Popper is a naturopath, an internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health, and she is the Founder and Executive Director of The Wellness Forum. Dr. Popper is the author of several books; including Solving America’s Healthcare Crisis and she has been featured in many documentaries, including the popular film, Forks Over Knives. Dr. Popper is one of the co-authors of the companion book to the film which appeared on the New York Times bestseller list.

Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Alicia Bay Laurel, who is best-known as the author, illustrator and designer of the best-selling book Living on the Earth. Alicia Bay Laurel also makes her way as a vocalist/guitarist/songwriter, visual artist, storyteller, author, teacher, event planner and graphic designer.  She orbits between Arizona, California, Hawaii, Japan and other places, touring in support of her four self-produced music CDs, illustrating clothing and paper items, making folk art from recycled objects, and promoting sustainability, creativity and compassion wherever she goes.

Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Dr. Pam Popper who will teach us how to age well! Dr. Popper is a naturopath, an internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health, and she is the Founder and Executive Director of The Wellness Forum. Dr. Popper is the author of several books; including Solving America’s Healthcare Crisis and she has been featured in many documentaries, including the popular film, Forks Over Knives. Dr. Popper is one of the co-authors of the companion book to the film which appeared on the New York Times bestseller list. Note: This is a repeat of a fan favorite show.

Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Dr. Janice Stanger author of the book: The Perfect Formula Diet. We’ll hear about how you can eat a whole foods, plant-based diet for three weeks and feel better! Dr. Stanger has a Ph.D. in Human Development and Aging from University of California, and she is Certified in Plant-Based Nutrition through the T. Colin Campbell Foundation and eCornell University. She holds a M.B.A from the University of California, Berkeley and is author of Vegan From the Inside, the first-of-its kind survey of the experience of being on a plant-based diet. Dr. Stanger spent 14 years critically analyzing scientific findings until perfecting the formula she shares with us in her new book. Note: This is a repeat of a fan favorite show

Today, Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian will chat with Colleen Holland who is Associate Publisher and co-creator of VegNews. Colleen will share great recipes, tips, ideas and all the newest news from VegNews! We’ll hear about up and coming vegan cookbooks, along with food and beauty care trends for 2013!  Colleen Holland is Associate Publisher and co-creator of VegNews. From Vegnews's beginning, Colleen has helped to grow the publication from a 28-page newspaper to an award-winning magazine. A graduate of UCLA and the Natural Gourmet Institute, Colleen has been vegan since 1995 and her background in food, marketing, and brand-building has helped to create a savvy, internationally renowned media company. 

Today the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Dr. Pam Popper’s to hear the internationally recognized health expert’s best advice for getting on the path to a healthier lifestyle in the New Year. how to do it! Dr. Pam Popper is a naturopath, an internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health, and the Executive Director of The Wellness Forum.  The company offers educational programs designed to assist individuals in changing their health outcomes through improved diet and lifestyle habits; to assist employers in reducing the costs of health insurance and medical care for employees; and to educate health care professionals about how to use diet and lifestyle for preventing, reversing, and stopping the progression of degenerative disease.   

Today Laura Theodore the Jazzy Vegetarian, welcomes superstar entertainer and vegan, Michael Feinstein to celebrate the holiday season with music from his fabulous CDs and to discuss his views on being vegan. I’ll share my jazzylicious menu plan for hosting a fabulous eco-chic New Year’s eve party. In addition, I'll speak with Joanne Rose about her new project with actor Eric Roberts! Michael Feinstein is the multi-platinum-selling, five-time Grammy-nominated entertainer dubbed “The Ambassador of the Great American Songbook.” Mr. Feinstein’s fabulous CD entitled The Sinatra Project, Vol II: The Good Life, debuted at #7 on the Traditional Jazz chart. His captivating book, The Gershwins and Me: A Personal History in Twelve Songs was recently released and his NPR radio show Song Travels with Michael Feinstein explores the legendary songs of 20th century America. His PBS special is entitled Michael Feinstein The Sinatra Legacy. More than simply a performer, Mr. Feinstein is nationally recognized for his commitment to celebrating America’s popular song and preserving its legacy for the next generation. 

Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes recording artist, producer, director and choreographer James Rocco,  who shares a fabulous Ginger Sweet Potato recipe! We'll hear 2 songs from his festive new holiday CD, Cold Enough 4 U?.  In addition, we’ll chat with Taja Sevelle who launched the Urban Farming Global Food Chain and inspired homeowners to grow gardens of their own. James Rocco’s recent CD, It’s Between Us, has received rave reviews and his new Holiday CD is just out.  Rocco is responsible for producing, presenting and booking Theatrical Programming at Ordway Center for the Performing Arts.  James has participated as a producing partner on “Legally Blonde, The Color Purple, Curtains and Edward Scissorhands.” Mr. Rocco is a member of SDC, AEA, ASCAP, The Broadway League, and the Independent Producers’ Network. Singer-songwriter Taja Sevelle launched the Urban Farming Global Food Chain and inspired homeowners to grow gardens of their own. Taja made a name for herself in the late ’80s with her first single, “Love Is Contagious,” but it wasn’t until she flew into Detroit to cut a record in 1998 that she realized her true calling. Taja launched Urban Farming with $5,000 of her own money and inspired homeowners to grow gardens of their own.

  Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes  singer-songwriter and vegetarian Laura Cheadle to chat about her music and fabulous recipes! In addition I’ll chat with James Costello, founder of Palloncino Verde which is an eco-style vegan handbag collection.  Singer-songwriter and vegetarian, Laura Cheadle, has four successful albums out, including a Christmas Album. Laura has opened for The Jonas Brothers, Spin Doctors, Garland Jeffreys, John Oates/Hall and Oates, and Average White Band amoung others. Cheadle has been featured on ABC “TUNED IN" segment and NBC 10. Her music has been featured on the Hit Radio Station 93.7 where she was voted as "Best Female Singer of 2009" and "Best Female Artist of 2010." Because of her active charity work, Laura was named a "Super Woman of South Jersey" in South Jersey Magazine. Cheadle recently appeared and performed on the NBC 10! Jim Costello has designed hundreds of products in the marketplace and has now taken his sense of style into fashion accessories.  Mr. Costello is an Industrial Designer with a Master of Design from the Domus Academy in Milan, Italy."Excellence in design and high quality materials have always been my passion.  I believe in creating timeless designs that bring you lasting style."

Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian talks about Healthy Eating for the Holidays with Dr. Pam Popper. We’ll share some great tips for holiday celebrations and chat with Dr. Popper about healthy foods to eat throughout the season Chef Del Sroufe, author of the new cookbook Forks Over Knives – The Cookbook, will join us to share fabulous holiday recipe ideas. Dr. Pam Popper is a naturopath, an internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health, and the Executive Director of The Wellness Forum. Dr. Popper is the author of several books she is part of Dr. T. Colin Campbell’s teaching team at eCornell, teaching part of a certification course on plant-based nutrition.  Dr. Popper appears in the feature film documentary, Forks Over Knives, about diet and health and she is one of the co-authors of the companion book to the film, which appeared on the New York Times bestseller list. Del Sroufe is chef and author of the new cookbook Forks Over Knives – The Cookbook is the man behind some of the mouthwatering meals in the Forks Over Knives film. Chef Del transforms wholesome fruits, vegetables, grains, and legumes into 300 recipes—classic and unexpected, globally and seasonally inspired, and for every meal of the day, all through the year. 

  Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Nava Atlas, author of the new book Vegan Holiday Kitchen. Nava will join us to chat up her recipes for creating plant-based, culinary holiday bliss. In addition I will welcome super star bassist, Marcus McLaurine, who is a composer, leader and sideman to play his music and talk about his new CD, One Mind with group Native Soul. Nava Atlas brilliantly shares her vegan holiday repertoire with more than 200 delectable, completely doable recipes for every festive occasion in her fabulous book: Vegan Holiday Kitchen. The book addresses everything from Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, and Christmas --to celebratory brunches, lunches, dinners, potlucks, and buffets. Nava is the author and illustrator of many well-known cookbooks, including Vegan Express, Vegan Soups, and The Vegetarian Family Cookbook. Have yourself a happy vegan holiday! Her new book is called Wild About Greens and we’ll hear about that too!

Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Jill Nussinow, a.k.a. The Veggie Queen to chat about great recipes for the holidays and beyond!  Jill Nussinow is a Registered Dietitian who has been teaching vegetarian cooking at Santa Rosa Junior College, in Sonoma County and throughout the country since 1985. Her award-winning cookbook, The Veggie Queen: Vegetables Get the Royal Treatment, was published in 2005. She has several DVDs available, including Creative Lowfat Vegan Cuisine and her pressure cooking DVD, Pressure Cooking: A Fresh Look, Delicious Dishes in Minutes. Jill is a vegetarian, vegetable and plant-food expert. You can find out more about Jill at her website www.theveggiequeen.com. Jill is offering a discount on her newest book until Dec 21st! Type in JAZZ20 at checkout! More information click here. 

Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Guitarist of the Year and Vegetarian, Johannes Linstead  to talk about his new CD Tales of a Gypsy. Laura will share some of her top tips and menu ideas for meat-free holiday celebrations!  From being named “Guitarist of the Year”, to winning six “Best Album” awards, four top-ten Billboard charting albums, and top-ten radio airplay, Johannes has become recognized as one of the best selling guitarists in the Instrumental and World Music genres. His previous CD CAFE TROPICAL reached the #1 position on the eMusic.com World Music Chart and reached #4 on the Billboard music charts in the US. His new recording, MISTICO, won two ZMR Awards and ranked #1 on eMusic.com’s “World Music” and “Jazz/Blues” charts. The album explores the many nuances of the Spanish guitar. 

Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Dr. Pam Popper to talk about her role in Season 2 of Jazzy Vegetarian on National Public Television! Season 2 features Dr. Pam Popper sharing her wisdom about many of the plant-based foods featured in the series. From  “Rockin’ Moroccan Stew” to “Chocolate Mousse Ginger Pie,” this season ROCKS! Dr. Pam Popper is a naturopath, an internationally recognized expert on nutrition and health, and she is the Founder and Executive Director of The Wellness Forum. Dr. Popper is the author of several books; including Solving America’s Healthcare Crisis and she has been featured in many documentaries, including the popular film, Forks Over Knives. Dr. Popper is one of the co-authors of the companion book to the film which appeared on the New York Times bestseller list.

Due to Hurricane Sandy, we were unable to broadcast live this week. We look forward to being back live next week! Many thanks! Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian celebrates the Best of Jazzy Vegetarian Radio and welcomes Gurmukh Kaur Kalsa co-founder of Golden Bridge. Gurmukh is the co-founder and co-director of Golden Bridge Nite Moon, Los Angeles’ and New York Citys’s premier center for the study and practice of Kundalini Yoga and Meditation. Since being baptized 42 years ago with the Sikh spiritual name that means “One who helps people across the world ocean,” Gurmukh has dedicated her life to fulfilling her namesake. For more than four decades, students in Los Angeles and from around the world have sought out her classes in Kundalini Yoga, Meditation, and Pre- and Post-Natal care.