The Jazzy Vegetarian

Today, the Jazzy Vegetarian, chats with Michéal Castaldo , owner of the NYC Olive Oil Coop. We’ll discuss some fascinating facts about olive oil and share thoughts for using this healthful and delectable oil in various recipes. Special guest: Crooner, composer and connoisseur, Michéal Castaldo, also founded the New York City Olive Oil Coop in 2004. Mr. Castaldo imports estate quality, gourmet, extra virgin olive oil direct from his family’s orchard in Calabria, Italy. As a singer, he is celebrating the launch of his new CD, “Aceto” on Vital Records. With an album release date set for late spring, the classic bitter-suite, soulful Italian songs, embrace the themes of grace, healing, remembrance and therapy. This new CD of classic Italian songs is in the style of Andrea Bocelli, Il Divo and Josh Groban, and honors Castaldo’s late Dad. He is also currently celebrating the debut of his new music video, "Guarda Questa Terra." Michael graduated from Berklee College of Music in Boston, Massachusetts, and originally moved to New York City as a session singer. As an Italian entrepreneur and entertainer, Micheal Castaldo has cultivated his many fortés, leading him to where he is today, with many fruitful enterprises.

Join the Jazzy Vegetarian as she shares a lively chat with best-selling author, Dr. Jonny Bowden! Dr. Bowden is best-selling author of seven books including “The 150 Healthiest Foods on Earth.” We’ll talk about the some of the healthiest vegetarian foods, and share a jazzy recipe or two! Jonny Bowden, PhD, CNS, is a board-certified nutrition specialist with a master’s degree in psychology. A nationally known expert on weight loss, nutrition and health, he is the best-selling author of seven books including “The 150 Healthiest Foods on Earth” and “The Most Effective Natural Cures on Earth”. Dr. Bowden has written or contributed to articles for dozens of publications including The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Huffington Post, Forbes, Time, Oxygen, Marie Claire, Diabetes Focus, GQ, US Weekly, Cosmopolitan, Self, Fitness, Family Circle, Allure, Men’s Heath, Prevention, Natural Health, and many others. Dr. Bowden has appeared on Fox News, CNN, MSNBC, ABC, NBC, and CBS as an expert on nutrition, weight loss, fitness and health. He’s a member of the American College of Nutrition and the American Society for Nutrition, is adjunct faculty at Clayton College for Natural Health, and is a much in-demand speaker at conferences and events across the country. His most recent book is “The Most Effective Ways to Live Longer”. Visit him online at www.JonnyBowden.com.

The Jazzy Vegetarian explores the subject of having compassion for animals, with animal activist Karen Dawn, author of the critically acclaimed book, Thanking the Monkey: Rethinking The Way We Treat Animals. We'll discuss various ways to start living a more animal friendly lifestyle, like how to purchase cruelty free shoes and vegan cosmetics! We'll also feature music from the late, great guitarist, Joe Beck. Special guest, Karen Dawn, founded the animal advocacy media watch DawnWatch.com. Published by Harper Collins, her book "Thanking the Monkey" was chosen by the Washington Post as one of the "Best Books of 2008." As a spokesperson for the animal rights movement Karen has appeared on all of the major news networks and MTV, and has hosted talk shows on major radio stations. Karen served on the Genesis Awards voting committee and has been published in leading newspapers including the Los Angeles Times, Washington Post, and the UK Guardian. Ms. Dawn devotes herself to helping those most abused by society and least able to help themselves -- the animals.

Today, the Jazzy Vegetarian, shares green entertaining tips and vegetarian recipe ideas for hosting fabulous potluck meals at home! We’ll welcome Mattie Hagedorn of veganbaking.net, to hear about his favorite “easy to bake” vegan dessert. Mattie is founder of veganbaking.net, an online community where you can share ideas, post desserts, get the latest vegan baking news and discover delectable eats. Then we'll chat with with Classical Singer, Kit Emory to discuss eco-chic tips and recipe ideas to help you share green, potluck style meals with friends and family. We'll talk about Katharine's career as an opera and classical singer. This month, Ms. Emory will be appearing in the World premiere of Ricky Ian Gordon's "The Grapes of Wrath" at Carnegie Hall, along with Jane Fonda, Christine Ebersole and Nathan Gunn. Katharine ("Kit") Emory, mezzo-soprano, has been a featured soloist with the Handel & Haydn Society and New York Virtuoso Singers, among other acclaimed ensembles. She has sung at the BBC Proms and the Edinburgh Festival (with the Mark Morris Dance Group) as well as toured the US with the NY City Opera and the Houston Grand Opera. An honors graduate of Harvard University, Kit sings with the choir of New York's St. Luke in the Fields, a professional octet known for superb performances of early and contemporary works. Upcoming 2010 appearances include: Monteverdi Vespers with Boston Baroque in Boston (2/19 & 2/20) and NY (3/6); and the world premiere of Ricky Ian Gordon's The Grapes of Wrath at Carnegie Hall with the Collegiate Chorale (3/22).

Today the Jazzy Vegetarian shares her favorite recipes for making homemade frozen vegan desserts, like Vegan Banana Ice "Cream"! These desserts whip up in a flash in your blender and provide a creamy texture without the use of any dairy products! Hmmmm…good! We’ll chat with Ashiki Taylor, who is the inventor of a frozen dessert product called ICE Supreme, which is totally vegan and soy free! The four flagship flavors are Chocolate Nibs, Strawberry Bliss, Pecan Passion, and Vanilla Bean. So let's get Jazzy with JAZZY VEGAN DESSERTS!

Today, the Jazzy Vegetarian is talking about ways to help lower your carbon footprint by practicing sustainable reading. We’ll chat with Raz Godelnik, CEO of Eco-Libris , about ways to green up our reading. Founded in 2007, Eco-Libris is a green company working to green up the book industry by promoting the adoption of green practices, balancing out books by planting trees, and supporting green books. To achieve these goals Eco-Libris is working with book readers, publishers, authors, bookstores and others in the book industry worldwide. Eco-Libris aims to raise awareness to the environmental impacts of using paper for the production of books and provide people and businesses with an affordable and easy way to do something about it: plant one tree for every book they read, sell or publish. We’ll also welcome Rick Diamond whose work involves promoting raw, vegetarian, vegan, and alternative health books at the Book Publishing Company. Book Publishing Company is a community owned, independent press dedicated to publishing books that promote a healthful and sustainable lifestyle.

Join the Jazzy Vegetarian as she shares her fabulous eco-chic tips for hosting a sustainable Valentines Day party! Whether sharing a candlelit dinner for two or hosting a romantically themed party for four or more, this show helps you to prepare a delicious and easy to prepare, Valentine’s menu to delight your guests! Then we’ll discuss basic tips for setting a dreamy tablescape, all fashioned from re-purposed items that you may already have on hand! Laura welcomes special guest, Valerie Romanoff , who is a guitarist, composer, and producer. She is a seeker and enthusiast of the mind-body-spirit connection, and dedicates her life to upliftment with music and positive energy. Ms. Romanoff is co-founder and CEO of the Starlight Orchestras, which is one of the top live music companies in the country. Her ensemble, The Starlight Experience, has performed at many prestigious events, including the Presidential Inaugural Ball. Her newest project is the formation of her publishing company, Valrock Music, which is proud to present her newest CD, "Healing Music for Massage, Meditation, and Transformation…a perfect gift for Valentines day! "

Today on Jazzy Vegetarian Radio, we’ll uncover some of the myths that surround the term “Vegan." We’ll share a few simple ideas and recipes for starting on the path to eliminating animal products from your everyday diet, without sacrificing good taste! We'll welcome Ruby Roth, celebrated children's author and zealous vegan to share an important message for youngsters. She knows that empowering children will help change the world, and her new book, "That’s Why We Don’t Eat Animals, a Book About Vegans, Vegetarians, and All Living Things," is the boldest step yet in children’s literature. Roth offers a compassionate look at the emotional lives of animals, their disposition in the wild versus on factory farms, and the effect that eating animals has on our environment and endangered species. Brilliantly illustrated and accompanied by lively text, this book is an amazing tool intended to introduce vegetarianism and veganism to curious readers, ages six to ten. A vegan since 2003, Ruby Roth is an artist and illustrator living in Los Angeles. For additional information, please visit We Dont Eat Animals.

Join Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian, as she shares her top ten tips toward living a more sustainable, vegetarian based lifestyle. Then she’ll chat with the jazz world's leading female magazine publisher, Lori Blum-Fagien, about her “Health Body and Mind Network” and “Wellness Networks” Special Guest: Lori Blum-Fagien, still considered the jazz world's leading female magazine publisher, co-founded JAZZIZ Magazine along with partner Michael Fagien in 1983, and other magazines titles like Play and Music.com. In addition, Lori Fagien created cookbooks with themed CDs, co-partnered with a boutique record label called ie music and musician/partner Lee Ritenour, as well as opened JAZZIZ Bistro, a live music nightclub and restaurant in Hollywood, Florida. Lori also has a background in the health and fitness industry, inspiring her Healthy Body and Mind Network which specializes in creating and developing ways for individuals to enjoy healthier and better lifestyles through relaxation and therapeutic music with ambient visuals and nature sounds.

Join author Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian, as she shares a few smart tips for dining out vegan style. Whether traveling for business or pleasure, ordering a healthy vegetarian meal can be challenging, as Laura learned from her extensive travels as a touring jazz artist. You'll learn how to customize your food order in ways that most eating establishments are happy to accommodate! We’ll chat with musician Peter Eldridge , who is a co-founding member of the double Grammy Award-winning vocal group, New York Voices. He is a vocalist, composer, pianist, and recording artist, and as a solo performer, he has three albums to his credit and his fourth, entitled 'Mad Heaven' will be released later this year. His busy life is made up of touring, recording, and writing music, teaching at the Manhattan School of Music, and spending time at his home in the New Hampshire countryside whenever possible. We'll hear some great songs from Peter too! Special Segment: We'll be speaking to Janet Rhodes, owner of a store that promotes fair trade for artisans all around the world. In response to the earthquake Ms. Rhodes is currently holding a silent auction of all her Haitain metal art, with all of the proceeds to be donated to the relief efforts in Haiti. For details please call: (330) 653-9006 or visit online at: www.janetrhodesonline.com/

Join author, Laura Theodore, The Jazzy Vegetarian, , as she shares her healthy but "Oh-so-delicious" dessert makeovers. We'll explore her "Amazing Apple Upside Down Cake," "Tastiest Vegan Brownies," "Raspberry Tofu Pudding" and her famous "Chocolate Ganache Pudding!" Delight your family and friends with these mouth watering confections. All quick to make, super delicious, and completely vegan! MMMM....jazzy good! Featuring special guest, Manny Moreira, who works as a musical director, arranger, producer, guitarist, and vocalist. His stellar guitar playing can be heard nightly on Broadway in the Tony award winning musical "In The Heights" and on the Grammy Award winning cast album of the same name. Mr. Moreira has performed as guitarist and vocalist with some of the most iconic figures in show business such as, Ann Margret, Paulo Szot, Gerry Mulligan, Phil Woods, Bucky Pizarrelli, and Laura Theodore! His composition, Christmas In New York, aired nationally on CBS. We'll re-do a chocolate recipe for Manny, Jazzy Vegetarian Style!

Join vegan lifestyle author, Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian, as she welcomes her special guest, Chrissy Faith, for a 1/2 hour of "mushroom talk." We'll highlight easy, delicious recipes, immunity boosting properties, healing power, and general use of this almost magical super food. Special Guest: Chrissy Faith is a Grammy nominated, Gold record singer-songwriter. Ms. Faith has devoted herself to the study of holistic health in its many modalities. She has been of service to many of her peers as a vocal coach, and health consultant, always emphasizing “food as medicine” for peak immunity, beauty and brain power! As a session singer and world-touring artist, she worked with notables such as Madonna, Cindy Lauper, Neil Diamond, and Robert Plant, and was in the original casts of “Leader of the Pack” and “City of Angels” on Broadway. Ms. Faith presently teaches “The Body, Mind and Soul of Singing” in Portland, Oregon and she is currently working on a CD of her own funky jazz songs, with a planned release of March 2010.

Join author Laura Theodore, The Jazzy Vegetarian, as she shares handy tips for hosting an eco-chic New Year's Party! We'll also feature delicious, easy recipes to jazz up your "green" holiday soiree! Today's featured guest, Renee Yarzig, has been a vegetarian for 35 years, and was once the chef of The Grand Finale, a legendary NYC Jazz Club. In 1996, Yarzig formed Pegasus Media Productions, a company that promotes non-profit chess events, produces television musical content, and children’s programming. Pegasus is focused on promoting community-based projects for positive initiatives, changes, and building a more harmonious, civil society. In 2004, Yarzig started Cross-Generation Chess, a monthly chess program uniting senior citizens with youth, 4-18+ to play chess with each other while listening to live, classical music.

Join healthy lifestyle author Laura Theodore, The Jazzy Vegetarian, for a lively chat with jazz singing sensation Terry Blaine. We'll exchange our favorite vegetarian recipes, eco-friendly holiday tips, and delectable menu ideas for the holiday season! Jazz singer Terry Blaine has enjoyed a varied musical career, including concert performances, radio, TV, recording, and production. She is one of the few contemporary jazz vocalists specializing in the hot small band swing music from the 1930's. Terry Blaine is currently Supervising Music Therapist and Internship Director at Hospice, Inc., serving patients and families in the Hudson Valley region of New York. Music therapists in the hospice setting use music to enhance quality of life and provide comfort for those at the end of life. Terry also produces the Healing Voices, Caring Hearts Concert each year; all funds raised support the music therapy program at Hospice, Inc.

The Jazzy Vegetarian, is going to focus on favorite tofu tips and soy food recipes for the holidays, taken from her cookbook, "Vegetarian Cooking." These recipes are easy to prepare, cholesterol free, and delicious to eat! Your guests will never know, but they'll love you for it! Featuring special guest, Marie Oser, who is a best-selling author, soyfoods expert, columnist, and host/producer of VegTV . A vegan lifestyle expert, and environmental advocate with a focus on nutrition and its role in disease prevention, Oser writes for www.ecomii.com, a top environmental site with more than 1.5 million unique visitors every month. Follow Marie on Twitter: http://twitter.com/vegtv.