On this episode, we are live from India to celebrate the diversity of the faith, religions and spiritual practices the world over, and honoring the one universal goal they share: connecting to the divine. So come with us as we visit an ashram in the back woods of Charlottesville, Virginia, that’s helping devotees from diverse faiths, races and cultures come together, and deepen their spiritual practice through yoga, meditation and fresh vegetarian cuisine. Then, we’re in Bali, Indonesia to...
On this episode, come with us as we visit the magical Island of Bali, Indonesia for a two week raw food immersion at the beautiful and mystical Svarga Loka Resort in Ubud. Led by world renown master raw chef and cookbook author Sayuri Tanaka, the course provides a powerful framework for the tools and techniques needed to raise your vibration through raw vegan cuisine – from sprouting, dehydrating and holistic nutrition to flavor balancing and plating. Watch this episode to learn from one of...
On this broadcast episode, we're traveling the world to dive in to some of our favorite conscious adventures - from Bali and beyond. First, we hit the waves at a Surf + Yoga retreat on the island of Oahu in Hawaii. Next, we're off to Upstate New York to visit one of the best glamping destinations in the U.S. Then, we get our groove on at the annual Lovelight festival, a conscious weekend of yoga, community and devotional kirtan chanting under the stars at a campground in Darlington. And...
On this episode, Conscious Living is in the house for a full blown vegan fiesta! Bianca and Michael team up together in the kitchen to make Vegan Man's legendary sweet potato quesadillas with vegan sour cream (rumor has it that's how he won Bianca's heart). Then, Bianca spruces up the house with some fresh outdoor eco-entertaining tips from Tatyana Acuña of Ecohabitude. Finally, they're back in the kitchen for Michael's slamming guacamole, pico de gallo and a sweet dulche de leche flan to get...
On this episode we are enjoying the best of the last days of summer. We travel to California's central coast for a foodie adventure in Cambria. Then we visit a factory in Chicago for a first hand look at artisan shoe making. Next we try our hand at paragliding in the adventure seekers capital of Europe, Interlaken, Switzerland. We finish the episode back in studio for a taste test of the best vegan meat options. All this and more on Conscious Living!
On this episode, we'll show you easy ways to bring solar energy into your home without breaking the bank. Then, we're are off to California to visit the oldest Zen Monastery in the U.S. for a little meditation and some hot springs healing. Next, venture with us into Shenandoah Valley's deep woods to enjoy our favorite vegan camping recipes (hot cakes, anyone?), and lastly, learn how to revamp your medicine cabinet with cruelty-free personal care products. All this and more on Conscious Living!
On this episode we are enjoying the art of letting go! For starters, we visit the Casa Om yoga retreat on the beach in Puerto Morales, Mexico. Then we let go of cruel clothing and take a wild walk down the runway with a compassionate eco fashion show in L.A. that makes animals the stars. Finally, we'll help you finally let go of meat and dairy with a delicious high-protein three sisters bean soup recipe and for desert, mouth-watering vegan macaroon. Check it out on this episode of Conscious...
On this episode, we're moving outside the box to boost our creativity. First, we're off to the Midwestern city that helped us take our creative game to the next level, Chicago. We meet with a cutting-edge fashion designer who makes haute couture coats out of salvaged fabric scraps. Then, we visit with a hip hop artist who's using the power of music to teach kids how to be "O.G.'s", organic gardeners. After a stop at a collaborative green housing community designed to promote sustainable...
On this episode we break down the essential tools, yummy plant based foods, spiritual and emotional supports necessary for a successful and healthy detox.
On this episode we getting our hands dirty! First, we visit with a new organic farmer in Cambria to learn what it takes to make it and the importance of CSAs. Then we are off to Hawaii to visit the Kalani retreat, an eco-resort on the big island for some serious underwater healing. Then we visit NYC for a toxin free hair relaxer that is revolutionizing the healthy options for black women. Finally, Vegan Man is back in studio for his legendary pumpkin pie recipe. All this and more on Conscious...
On this episode, we are headed back to school, for real. First we get ready for a day of learning with a breakfast powerhouse, a delicious home made raw granola recipe from vegan man. Then class is in session with a visit to a public school in Chicago that is breaking the mold for creating future leaders. We hit the books in the virtual classroom with Dr. T. Colin Campbell of Cornell University, author of the China Study to get an education on nutrition and the surprising causes of chronic...
On this episode, transition into the healing beauty of spring. First, we have a mindful parenting expert in studio with tips on returning mindfully to the workplace after having a baby, then tips on using essential oils to heal common ailments (and stave off spring allergies)! Then, Vegan Man how us his favorite raw, vegan, gluten-free taco recipe with a spicy twist - an addictive jalapeño cheddar cheeze sauce and a curious import from Korea. Next, we’re off to the world class healing resort,...
On this episode of Conscious Living, we embrace the greatest love of all, Self Love. We start with a lesson on making your own vegan chocolate bars from one of the nation’s top rising stars in chocolate, then visit a heart opening yoga retreat on an Ashram just a stone’s throw from NYC.
On this episode we visit the rolling hills of Umbria, Italy to visit a design hotel rebuilt from an ancient monastery where there is no WIFI, TVs and radios, but plenty of simple luxury, food and silence in the Italian countryside. Then we shift gears for some fun in Rome's bohemian Monti neighborhood for some world class gelato and chocolate with a raw vegan twist.
On this episode of Conscious Living® we enjoy the best of summer! From an ecotourism adventure in the greenest city in North America and cool eco-travel gadgets to get you there, we've got everything you need to plan that last-minute summer vacation. To help beat the heat in the kitchen, we visit with master Raw Food Chef and educator Khepra Anu, who shares how the raw food lifestyle can benefit your body, mind and soul year round, and a healthy chocolate brownie recipe from Vegan Man that's...
On this episode we're celebrating Earth Month! First, we take a bite into the best vegan pizza in Los Angeles, then we're off to the other side of the world in Venice, Italy to meet with a carbon neutral textile maker who's setting the bar for manufacturers worldwide. Next, we'll show you easy ways conscious citizens can vote for the planet with their spending dollars, and finally, how to make your own fizzy, gut-friendly kombucha right at home. It's all happening right here - on this episode...
On this episode of Conscious Living, we are enjoying the crisp fresh air and prepping for spring! First, we take you to San Francisco to explore the Zen side of life with an ancient tea ritual in the heart of the city and a visit to the Green Gulch Farm in Marin County to learn the Zen of Organic Farming.
On this episode of Conscious Living, we embrace the coming of Spring with DIY toxin-free spring cleaning; a Caribbean Vegan Health Cruise; some hot ethical fashion shopping in Puerto Rico; great tips on finding fresh local produce and a snack-tastic Cheezy Jalapeño Kale Chip recipe from Vegan Man.
Get into the spirit of the season of lights on this episode, where we’ll show you some beautiful fair-trade gift ideas, vegan sweet potato latkes to celebrate Hanukkah, vegan man’s sweet “no-egg nog” recipe and a gorgeous getaway to Maui’s lavender fields to help calm your senses and heal your soul.
We soak up the healing rays of the desert near Tucson, AZ with a visit to the sustainable luxury resort and spa, Westward Look, then we celebrate Fair Trade Month with an in-studio fall fashion show, next Bianca visits National Institute of Health Associates in Washington D.C. to learn about thermography, an early detection tool for breast health that is more effective than mammograms, and lastly, we have Dr. Ruby in the house to share with us a cancer-fighting raw vegan pizza recipe.
On this episode of Conscious Living, we are giving the guys some love with eco-friendly Father's Day gift ideas, a sustainable luxury adventure to Paris, France and some in-studio tips on healthy beard grooming. We also share a great yoga core workout, and a tasty, spicy & sweet Bangkok raw wild rice recipe from Vegan Man that's a perfect meal as the weather heats up. All this and more on Conscious Living!
On this episode of Conscious Living®, we enjoy the best of summer including a vegan BBQ with all the fixings, a gluten free ice cream sandwich recipe that will make your mouth water, a Venice Beach summer getaway to enjoy the spiritual side of L.A. and a day driving an electric sports car that goes 0 to 60 in 5.4 seconds. All this and more on Conscious Living!
On this episode of Conscious Living, we transition into fall with stories on a violence ravaged community in Chicago that's using art to bring kids back to school peacefully; a former Monastery near New York City that offers an ideal setting for people of all faiths and traditions to deepen their spiritual practice; some top ethical fashion picks for fall; a classic vegan dish for the Jewish High Holy days of Yom Kipper and Rosh Hashana and why now is an ideal time to begin embracing a more...
On this episode of Conscious Living, we're feeling the love. We try a tasty, antioxidant-rich dessert recipe just in time for Valentine's Day and Healthy Heart Month, open our hearts with healing yoga backbends, enjoy gluten free/vegan blueberry pancakes in bed.