A recognized expert and thought leader on the culinary, social, ethical, and practical aspects of living compassionately and healthfully, Colleen Patrick-Goudreau is a bestselling author of seven books and currently writing her 8th. Considered one of the original "influencers" in the vegan / plant-based space for the last 25 years, Colleen is an acclaimed speaker, dedicated animal advocate, and host of vegan trips around the world. She demonstrates that compassionate, healthy living, eating, cooking, and traveling does not mean deprivation; it is the epitome of abundance and joy. An inspirational bi-weekly resource since 2006, Food for Thought Podcast is one of the longest running podcasts. Listeners enjoy a regular dose of inspiring content related to food, wellness, sustainability, eating, cooking, traveling, nutrition, language, zero waste living, literature, history, film, animals, advocacy, and so much more.