There are so many meat alternatives that it’s BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE to know what’s good for you and what’s not! This week we dive into what tofu, tempeh, jackfruit and the other hottest plant-based meats really are while learning how all those vegans actually have plenty of protein options. We discovered the truth about Beyond and Impossible meat. Miya personally taste tested a ton of meat alternatives to help you make informed decisions and even enjoy yourself the next time your vegan friend drags you to an all vegan restaurant.
S2:E8- Dairy Free Alternatives
Raise your hand if you are one of the unfortunate that are lactose intolerant, but you love ice cream and butter and all things dairy! You are not alone. Most the world population is lactose intolerant, but why? Well, your host Miya (she’s lactose intolerant too and LOVES butter) did and found out why we evolved the way we did. Listen in to learn the interesting history of our ancestors and how Nikita found going dairy free for a couple of weeks were – hint: she was not into it.
S2:E7- Turmeric
Turmeric lattes, ice cream, and face masks are just a few of the many turmeric fads on the shelves nowadays. But what is turmeric? What is it supposed to do? Why did everyone suddenly hop on the bandwagon? Listen to hear the origin of turmeric and hear the truth behind the magically yellow powder!
S2:E6- fadspert: Accountability Coach, Brooke Cavins
Season 2 comes with our second fadpsert. This time say hello to Accountability Coach and Nikita’s Roommate, Brooke Cavins. What is an Accountability Coach you ask (we didn’t know either), tune in to learn about what it is and what it entails. Brooke takes us through why she became a coach and how she stays motivated, and evens gives us some laundry hacks, she truly does it all!
S2:E5- Aluminum-Free Armpits
Why is everyone on the aluminum-free deodorant train? What does that even mean? Did you even know there was aluminum in your antiperspirants? So much to learn! Tune in to get stinky with us as we dive into the history of aluminum in the pits, why people are freaking out about it, and hear what its like to switch to aluminum-free armpits.
S2:E4- Lion’s Mane
Rawr!! Lion’s Mane surely is a lion like Simba, right? Nahh! Lion’s Mane is actually a mushroom that is used heavily in Asian cultures, but is making a stint in the western world. What is this vegetable and what does it do? Find out all about this shroom in this week’s fadish episode!
S2:E3- Cruelty Free
One of our toughest episodes to get through without tears. This week we dove deep into what all this cruelty free stuff really means and why it’s such an important fad. We were mind blown to learn how many of our favorite brands are not cruelty free. Listen in to learn more and join the movement to end animal cruelty and animal testing. Listener discretion is advised.
S2:E2- Dating Apps
Swipe right on this episode! Nikita dug up the facts on dating app usage and opened our eyes to how long dating apps have been around. Miya, begrudgingly, took to the apps to swipe right on love! Find out which apps she likes the best and if we think dating apps truly are a fad.
S2:E1- Hard Seltzer
White Claw, Truly, Bon & Viv OH MY! Get down and bubbly for the SEASON 2 PREMIERE! You think you know what’s in your White Claw? Get ready to be proven wrong! Miya dives into the history of hard seltzer and unveils some mind blowing stats while Nikita talks about her experience trying some of the popular brands on the shelves. You won’t want to miss this fizzy, fun episode!
S1:E10- Hangover Cures
For those of you unfortunate souls who’s experienced the terrible result of a big night out, we sympathize with you and we want to help you! Hence, our newest episode where Nikita tries out all the latest hangover cure fads, and Miya dishes the science behind what causes a hangover. Find out which ones eased her pain, and which ones were bogus.
