The Jazzy Vegetarian

Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian is celebrating the September 17th release of her new book Jazzy Vegetarian Classics: Vegan Twists on American Family Favorites and the BIG, September 19th fall premiere of Jazzy Vegetarian Season 3 on the CREATE channel all across the country. Laura will welcome Dr. Pam Popper, who is featured in every episode of season three. Dr. Popper will talk about many of the fruits and veggies featured this season and we will to share a ‘sneak peek’ recipe from the series! 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 the popular and riveting new book Food Over Medicine. 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.

Today, Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian will chat with author Betsy Hays and her husband, musician, John Gatti. We’ll chat and explore her exciting new book Riding with the Wind which is her first children’s book–an eco-adventure for all ages! The companion CD to the book was composed by John Gatti and is available for download via iTunes.  Laura Theodore is announcing the September 17th release of her new book Jazzy Vegetarian Classics: Vegan Twists on American Family Favorites and the Septenber 19th premiere of Jazzy Vegetarian Season 3 on the CREATE channel. Betsy Hays is a gardening, nature and business writer and her work has been published in media as diverse as The American Gardener (the publication of the American Horticultural Society), and the New Jersey Institute of Technology. Riding with the Wind is her first children’s book, and she has a second children’s story and an adult botanical murder-mystery ready to publish soon. John Gatti, has been a professional musician, composer and arranger for over 30 years. His original music releases include the CDs, Life Lines, Heart Lines, Destinations, & Riding with the Wind.

Today, Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian will chat with Colleen Holland who is Associate Publisher and co-creator of VegNews. We’ll hear about trends, great recipes and tips for 2103 from VegNews! Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian is announcing the September 17th release of her new book Jazzy Vegetarian Classics: Vegan Twists on American Family Favorites and the BIG fall premiere of Jazzy Vegetarian Season 3 on the CREATE channel all across the country. Colleen Holland is Associate Publisher 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 Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes two authors from The Experiment publishing company.  First, Laura will chat with Sharon Palmer, R.D., who is a Freelance Writer and author of The Plant-Powered Diet, named one of the best diet books for the New Year!  We’ll talk about her tips for dining out on a plant-based diet. Then, we'll talk with Reuben Proctor, author of Veganissimo A to Z.  Sharon Palmer: Sharon received her Bachelor of Sciences Degree with Honors from Loma Linda University, California. She enjoyed a diverse 16-year dietetics career with experiences as a clinical and wellness dietitian, food and nutrition services director, and consultant dietitian. Reuben Proctor: Reuben is co-author of Veganissimo  - A to Z. Reuben has been vegan since 2000 and has done translation, consulting, and administrative work for vegan companies and animal rights organizations since 2004. What does Veganissimo mean? It’s a new word to describe someone who is vegan to the highest possible standard. Animal-derived components can sneak into dietary supplements, beer and wine, and electronics. Veganissimo A to Z, helps the aspiring veganissimo to steer clear of those products and reduce their “animal footprint.”

Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Dr. Pam Popper to talk about the benefits of late summer and early fall seasonal produce! 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 Food Over Medicine. 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.

Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Victoria Moran to chat about wellness and veganism. Ms. Moran is the author of eleven books, a certified holistic health counselor (HHC, AADP) in private practice, and director of Main Street Vegan Academy, training vegan lifestyle coaches. Her latest book is Main Street Vegan, which VegNews magazine calls “The Vegan Bible, New Testament.” A two-time Oprah! guest, winner of “Vegan of the Year” for 2012, and host of the Main Street Vegan Show on Unity.FM radio, Victoria lives in a green condo in New York City. 

Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes jazz singer and board certified family physician Dr. Miki Purnell. Miki Purnell recently made her notable recording debut with Swingin’ to the Sea and she received her Medical Degree at Okayama University Medical School in Japan. She’ll share her tips on healthy eating with some of the top Asian super foods and we’ll play music from her fabulous CD! Dr. Purnell is a board certified Family Practice Physician. She received her Medical Degree at Okayama University Medical School in Japan and earned her Educational Commission For Foreign Medical Graduate permanent certificate. She completed her family practice residency training at University of Hawaii Family Practice residency Program.  Dr. Purnell's special interests include food as medicine, regular exercise, stress management, integrative medicine, medical journalism and broadcasting, and therapeutic aspects of music, especially singing.  Dr. Purnell is also a singer/voice coach with classical and jazz background. She participated in Kobe Jazz Vocal Queen Contest as a finalist in 2010 and 2012. Her debut album 'Swingin' to the Sea' was recorded with world class jazz giants in 2011 and 2012 and was released in May, 2013 receiving local, national, and international airplays and great reviews from Jazz critiques. 

Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Brian Patton, author of The Sexy Vegan’s Happy Hour at Home: Small Plates, Big Flavors, and Potent Cocktails (New World Library, June 1, 2013). In addition we’ll chat with animator Eugene Hamm, about his 18 minute short Cook For Your Life. When Brian Patton, a regular guy rather than a highfalutin chef, began posting videos on YouTube as his hilarious alter ego, “The Sexy Vegan,” he achieved celebrity status, including a book deal for his first book The Sexy Vegan Cookbook. In his new book, recipes include yamburger sliders, seven-second salsa, cucumber almond dates, and heart of palm ceviche. The book also has innovative delights such as rhubarb pancakes and rhubarb mimosas, because, as Brian writes, it's always 5 o’clock somewhere. Eugene Hamm is an animator whose 18 minute short COOK FOR YOUR LIFE is about a chicken, a pig, and a bull who wake up one morning to find they are the last three animals the farmer hasn't eaten and they have until lunchtime to turn him into a vegetarian. It is part comedy, part cooking show. Hamm is an animator on such shows as The Smurfs, Gumby, Ralph Bakshi's Lord of the Rings, Liquid Television and music videos. 

Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Marty Davey, AKA LaDiva Dietitian to talk about plant-based recipes for kids. Marty Davey, MS, RD, LDN is a registered dietitian with a background in film and television.  She has been working with kids and weight management for almost 10 years and is certified in Childhood Obesity.  She has a private practice based on her work as a weight management researcher for Marywood University and the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine. LaDiva’s latest DVD, FAB Fruit  Festival!, is animated and targeted to kids 4-8.  Not only does it make fruit nutrition easy and fun, but makes chemistry and cooking a BLAST! 

Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian celebrates July 4th by welcoming Grammy, Latin Grammy and Emmy award winning pianist and composer Michel Camilo to talk about his new CD What's Up? Michel is wrapped in a human being of boundless enthusiasm, musical passion, and love of life. In addition, we’ll chat with Dr. Pam Popper, to talk about the nutritional value and benefits of seasonal stone fruit, which we can find soon in farm markets around the country! Michel Camilo bridges the genres of Jazz, Classical, Popular and World music. He is a pianist with a brilliant technique and a composer who flavors his tunes with the spice of Caribbean rhythms and jazz harmonies. To see him perform live is to witness the energy of a tropical storm being unleashed on 88 keys. Academy Award-winning filmmaker Fernando Trueba, who featured Camilo in his documentary film Calle 54, says: "Michel Camilo is one of the top all-around musicians. Whether it's jazz, classical, Latin American music or film music, Michel is in his element. Every time I see him play, I feel like I'm witnessing a miracle." 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 Food Over Medicine.

Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Leslie Cerier, “The Organic Gourmet,” who specializes in whole foods and organic cuisine. We’ll talk about her new book: Visionary Cooking: Food for the Eyes. In addition we’ll welcome Grammy Nominee, musician and composer David Chesky to hear about his new CD, The New York Rags. David Chesky's newest release, is the picture-perfect illustration of how artist and company consistently reach for-and deliver-the presentation of music in an über-pristine manner that routinely dazzles. The 18 tracks on The New York Rags, all written and performed solo by Chesky- are at once both timeless and undeniably contemporary. Leslie Cerier’s Visionary Cooking: Food for the Eyes was co-written by Marc Grossman, OD, L.Ac., a leading holistic eye doctor in practice for over 30 years. Leslie is a chef, author, environmentalist, educator and photographer who has written 6 cookbooks focusing on eating local, seasonal, and organic foods. 

Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Dr. Daniel Nadeau, co-author of The Color Code:  A Revolutionary Eating Plan for Optimum Health to talk about a full day of Jazzy Vegetarian summer menus! We’ll share recipes ideas, meal plans and nutritional information for an easy day of breakfast, lunch and dinner menus to share during the warm weather months! Dr. Dan A. Nadeau is Medical Director of the Diabetes and Endocrinology Associates of York Hospital, York Maine and he is former Assistant Professor of Medicine at Tufts Medical School in Boston. Dr. Nadeau received his medical degree from Tufts University School of Medicine and earned a master's degree in nutrition from Tufts University School of Nutrition and he is the recipient the National Research Service Award. He co-authored the book on nutrition entitled The Color Code:  A Revolutionary Eating Plan for Optimum Health which hails the health benefits of eating brightly colored fruits and vegetables.  

Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Michéal Castaldo, the independent classical-crossover artist who has scheduled his album release just in time for summer with his release of BERGAMOT, A BREATH OF FRESH AIR. We'll chat about his new CD and share great ideas for summer food and entertaining! Michéal Castaldo has been quoted as being…"An amazing Italian tenor"… by Maria Bartiromo of CNBC. Micheal has diverse passions in hospitality, olive oil, aged balsamic vinegar and music production. Knowing this, one can understand the entrepreneurial spirit of Michéal Castaldo and his new album unites all aspects of the artist, his roots to his villa and olive orchard in Calabria and his desire to serve up quality music to feed and now refresh the needs of his listeners. Michéal’s adoration for Olive Oil and his art of making beautiful music, evidenced in his newest release, BERGAMOT, creates the perfect love affair and the ultimate gift to dance the night away under the Mediterranean sky. The Bergamot CD will be available on Amazon.com, I-Tunes.com and select lifestyle stores throughout the USA and Canada.  

Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Dr. Pam Popper to talk about B12 in relation to a plant-based diet! The internationally recognized health expert will give us important information about B12 and our diet. 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 Food Over Medicine. 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.

Today Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian welcomes Jenny Brown, co-founder of the nonprofit Woodstock Farm Animal Sanctuary. In addition, we will welcome Cheryl Durzy of The Vegan Vine to share about how Vegan Vine wines are made entirely without any animal products - perfect for summertime wine sipping!  Newsflash: You can now pre-order the companion cookbook to Season Three of Jazzy Vegetarian on PBS:  Jazzy Vegetarian Classics: Vegan Twists on American Family Favorites.  About Jenny Brown: Woodstock Farm Sanctuary cares for more than 200 animal victims of the meat and dairy industry. Jenny’s memoir, The Lucky Ones, is about her journey from cancer survivor to farmed animal advocate. The Lucky Ones, was co-written with Gretchen Primack and it includes animal-friendly recipes. Brown’s passion, resiliency and skill at overcoming obstacles inspires readers to make compassionate food choices as well as recognize that “just one person” can make a difference.