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The Snow Peas
by Cameron
We are the Snow Peas - three women eating plants and living life in Anchorage, Alaska. Cameron O'Connell, ND, Owen Mandanas, DDS, and Zaneta Stetsunova, plant-based mama are your hosts. Our podcast centers on how to create a plant-based lifestyle but with an Alaskan twist. Episodes will answer questions on transitioning to this lifestyle, how to create your own Alaskan adventures, and intriguing guests - from the plant-based universe to the Alaskan business world. Fun will be had. Plant-based confessions will be taken. Shenanigans will ensue. You can find us here, Spotify, or on Apple.
Episodes
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Add a Little Spice to Your Life: Summer Herbs and Kitchen Herb Gardens.
Summer is coming and will be upon us......tomorrow. Herbs are a part of any Alaskan garden and sometimes we continue to keep the herbs on the kitchen window sill going. We discuss the merits of chives and the challenge of lemon balm. Plus there is always plenty of spice with the Snow Peas! Peas Out!
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How to Minimize Your Waste but Not Maximize Your Budget - plant-based tips.
Waste. It is a constant in our lives. How do we cut back without increasing our budget to buy high end products? The Snow Peas look into recycling in Alaska, how to use less plastic and places to shop that will enable you to walk out with less things that end up in a landfill. Snow Peas is a...
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Breaking Up with Break-Up - An Alaska Phenomenon Explored
What is break-up? If you look up break-up on Google you will find that "break-ups" happen more in the spring. Today's topic does not involve the end of a romantic relationship but it does involve the Snow Peas talking about what "break-up" means in Alaska. Winter is ending but we start to see…
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Plant-based News Update in Alaska and the Greater Veg Centered Community
Wanna be in the know when it comes to vegan/vegetarian/plant-based happening in Alaska? This is your episode. From new and upcoming Farmer's Markets, to Vegfest, trips to California and an upcoming event featuring Jane Esselstyn. Another episode of girl talk, eternal weather discussion and off…
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Physician Assistant with an "Alaska Heart" - Gabe Holland.
Gabriel (Gabe) Holland is a Physicians Assistant with Alaska Heart and Vascular Institute. He is a plant-based provider who is passionate about patient care and is with the Snow Peas today to talk about cardiovascular health, living in AK and, of course, eating plants to improve you health.
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Thanksgiving | Gratitude
Throwback Tuesday. We want to share with you some of our past episodes that have fallen in the existential cracks. Snow Peas Gratitude and Thanksgiving episode. This is a blast from November 2022. We had a great time making this episode and talk about recent vacations to Oaxaca, rainbow trout and...
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Alcohol and How to Be Merry Without It
Another blast from the Anchorage, Alaska plant-based past episode. We recorded this gem around Christmas time. We saw that very often every holiday also included people imbibing and over imbibing. Not complete teetotalers, we are, however, discovering the benefits of an alcohol free/greatly…
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2023 New Years? To Resolve or Not?
New Years resolutions are often tricky. Should you make a goal and if so, what kind of goal? Is it too cliched to make a resolution and how do you stick to it? In today's episode the Peas tackle these ideas and find a path into 2023 with fun, grace and improvement.
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An Interview with Dr. Cameron O'Connell, ND
Have you ever thought about finding a naturopath to support you on your health journey or even becoming one yourself? Today on the podcast we interview Dr. O'Connell and get a behind-the-scenes glimpse into her life as a naturopath, her own journey with healing, and how she helps her patients in...
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Summer Anxiety: A Weird Alaskan Phenomenon and How you Can Keep Anxiety at a Minimum
Does summer feel too jam-packed for you? Is there not enough time and are you not getting enough sleep? You are not alone! The Snow Peas have summer FOMO and want to talk to you about it today. Episode Links: To learn more about Dr. O'Connell and the work she does visit Thrive Integrative…
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Community: Build It and They Will Come
Community is important for many people to find substantial change. On today's episode the Snow Peas discuss on there visions of how they see community impacting them and the community they want to build.
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We Love Mushrooms and so Does Our Brain, Immune System and Our Bones.
Mushrooms are a big deal in any state but in Alaska we love the mushroom. Festivals abound and so do our local growers. Mushrooms have many health benefits and may be an integral part of a plant-based diet. Girdwood Fungus Fair https://www.fungusfair.com/ Cordova Fungus Festival...
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Alaska Summer Destinations in 2022
Where should you drag yourself, your dog, camper and loved ones? We will tell you. If you are a new comer to AK or a Sourdough, this is the episode for you. We discuss restaurants that have plant-based options and the other bits of Alaskan thrills that are possible for the intrepid adventurer.
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Grilling: Not Just for the Carnivores Anymore.
Plant-based grilling is a mystery to most of us but should not be intimidating. Carrot dogs? Doable. Grilled pineapple? Will blow your mind. Tofu flavored with real smoke? You can have it. The SnowPeas will discuss this topic and more on today's episode.
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An Alaskan Obsession: Solstice and Why it Should Matter to You
What is solstice? It is the "longest day of the year." In Anchorage, we see "22 hours of functional daylight." Why is this important? Marking your year and looking at the seasons is a great way to reflect on where you have been and where you are going. After all, there is a lot of daylight out...
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Get to know your Snow Peas
This week Snow Pea number 1 is gone so Zaneta and Owen interview each other to let you get to know who the Snow Peas are on a little more personal level.
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Composting 101
This week the snow peas talk with Nick from Yardacopia about composting
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Allergies and How You Can Improve
This week Snow Peas talk about Allergies
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Organic vs Non Organic
This week the Snow Peas talk about Organic vs Non Organic
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Unplug to Upgrade Your Life.
This week the Snow Peas talk about "unplugging" from the electronics, stress and to-do lists that take up our day-to-day lives. Is being constantly productive not as beneficial as we think? Adding a new element (such as a plant-based diet) into your life may require a little more room in that…
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Snow Peas Interview and Meditate with David Westlake.
This week the Snow Peas talk with David Westlake (Meditation Guru) about breathing, yoga, working in the corrections system and fencing. David leads us through his life, his lessons and a short guided meditation to get you through the week. If you want to join David on this journey you can find…
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Snow Peas and Morning Routines
This week the Snow Peas are talking about their morning routines and what a morning routine can add to your life. It may seem that a plant-based diet and morning routines have nothing in common. That could not be farther from the truth. Join us for a discuss on how we are improving our morning...
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What Does Wellness Mean to You?
This week the Snow Peas talk about what "wellness" means to them. Eating plants is a large part of our health care journey but so are the other ways in which we take care of ourselves - sleep, "doing nothing," and welcoming the 1990s back into our vehicles.
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Plant Based Resources for Daily Life
This week the Snow Peas talk about some of their favorite plant-based resources from instagram, youtube, podcasts and books. We discuss how each thing you add into your life increases your will power muscle and adds some favor into your life. Rich Roll, Mic the Vegan, nutritionfacts.org and more...
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Sneak Peak into our Book Club
This week we are giving you a chance to listen into our book club.
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All about the Milk.
This week the Snow Peas talk milk, milk substitutes and why we avoid dairy. Also - which plant mylks are recommended and which ones should you avoid under most circumstances.
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Vacation Plant-Based Style.
Snow Pea number 3 is still out on Vacation so the Snow Peas talk about planning and taking a plant-based vacation this week. Get tips and tricks on keeping your plant based journey on track while traveling though the airports and even hear about some amazing resorts and retreats that you can take.
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White Flour - Wonder food or problem plant-based child
The Snow Peas talk about white flour and why it can be problematic
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The Beauty of Exercise in 2022.
This week the Snow Peas talk about the benefits of exercise, personal exercise habits and why exercise is part of any healthy lifestyle change.
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Immune Support and Tips for Staying Healthy in 2022
This week the Snow Peas talk about supporting your immune system with a plant-based diet and a little more. We talk supplements, oral health and your microbiome. Come join Plant-based Mama, Dr. Man-badass and Dr. O as talk about dodging the "virus that shall not be named."
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Interview with Jane Esselstyn, RN and Plant-based Superstar
Jane Esselstyn is a plant-based woman that you should know and you should be following. She and her mother, Ann Esselstyn, are fun and fantastic forces in the plant-based community. Additionally, Anne plans and hosts events (both online and in person) to help you along your plant-based/vegan...
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Plant-based Goals and Dreams for the Snow Peas in 2022.
Dr. Mandanas and Dr. O'Connell discuss personal goals and plant-based interests in 2022 while Zaneta (Plant-based mama) gets over a cold. Can we increase our health? Can we better plant-based participants and find new dreams? You bet we can and we want you to come along with us.
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Lessons from 2021 - the good, the better and the not to be repeated.
The Snow Peas reflect on 2021 and starting this podcast journey. We discuss where we want the show to head and how we want 2022 to be an even better year for the Snow Peas.
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Nonedible Holiday Traditions 2021. Sledding, bazaars and caroling season.
This week the Snow Peas talk about holiday traditions that they have or want to start that are not food based. We spend so much time trying to find the perfect plant-based meal but food is also fuel for the other aspects of our life. The holidays are a good time to try a new now sport or engage…
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Holiday Gift Ideas for the Alaska Locals and Beyond.
Great ideas for the upcoming holiday gift season. If you are searching for options that are plant-friendly and made in Alaska, you have found the right episode. We discuss options that won't take up place on a shelf, local lotions/potions and items packed with holiday cheer. Merry Christmas…
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Laurie Rodgers is Snow Pea #4. Interview with public school teacher and plant-based eater extraordinaire.
Super fan Laurie Rodgers is our guest this week. Laurie has been with us since the beginning and her story is not one to miss. Laurie is a teacher in the greater Anchorage community and she is here to tell you about her journey. This is an every day woman who lives extra-ordinarily. She is going…
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Zaneta is Queen for the Day. Holiday tips for keeping on track.
Zaneta takes over the podcast today!! The holidays are upon us and Zaneta wants to discuss how meal prep can make your holidays easier. Better choices are possible with a little forethought and z is the woman for the job. She talks us through her holiday plans and how she is keeping on track...
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Interview with Winona Benson - plant-based cooking guru and Anchorage Vegfest Speaker.
Winona is a. big. deal. in Alaska and the greater Anchorage area. This woman has been supporting people on their plant-based journey by getting into the cooking trenches. She offers classes and humor to those who are wanting to make a change. Listen in this week to hear her valuable tips and…
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Plant-based Restaurant Options in Anchorage? Yes there are!
The Snow Peas talk turkey - or lack of turkey. With the holidays descending, we Three Peas decided that vegan restaurant options needed to be discussed. Where can you eat in Anchorage? The real question should be - Where can you not eat in Anchorage? Zaneta, Owen and Cameron give you an…
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Holiday Swaps 2021. What you can do to make this the best plant-based holiday ever
What about the turkey? The thought that comes into every plant-based person's mind. The holiday does not need to be difficult. Pea #1 and Pea #2 are here for you. With precise ideas and recipes from concepts to help your holidays sparkle with plant-life, Dr. O and Plant-based mama talk about what...
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Oh Sugar, Sugar - good lyrics, troublesome as a topic.
This week the Snow Peas talk about sugar, alternatives and what life is like when you remove added sugar. What options are there to replace the dreaded "s" word? Plenty. Listen and we will tell you all about it.
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Owen is Queen for the Day. A day filled with hockey, sprouts and mouth tape.
This week we hand the mic over to Owen and she talks about mouth taping, teenagers, and sprouts. She is a hockey mom and has loved every moment. She is a dentist with tips for sleep and she is a woman on a mission to get more sprouts into your life.
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Interview with Jack Lau from Local Greens and Double Shovel Cider
This week the Snow peas talk with Jack the owner of Alaska Greens about starting a year round vegetable growing operation out of conex containers. Hydroponics are huge in Alaska and are a great option to get fresh produce to the people
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We pant for our pantries. Explore the bounty of a plant-based lifestyle.
What do you need in your pantries to be able to make amazing, plant-based dishes? This is the episode for you. No matter where you live in this bright world of ours, Zaneta, Owen, and I will give you a million ideas on how to make cooking more or a dream. If you don't enjoy stove time, we also…
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Interview with Tyneshia - the creator and purveyor of Indigo Valley AK vegan treats!
This week the snow peas talk to Tyneshia from Indigo Valley. The creator and purveyor of vegan treats in Palmer and at select events. Tynesha is here to share her story with you this week about how becoming Vegan and being invited to the first annual Anchorage Vegfest....
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How to Bring Back the Cheese! Hacks for Adding Back in the Flavor of Havarti!
What is the number one thing that the Peas here when they talk to people about eating plant-based, "I couldn't give up cheese!" In this episode, we talk about our personal struggles giving up cheese and some of the hacks we use to bring the cheese flavor back into our lives....
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Eating According to Season. Root Veggies and Alaskan Shenanigans.
The Snow Peas are focusing on bringing the fresh! While we are always the freshest peas around, we want you to be able to head-out to the last few days of the farmers market ready to buy what you can use for several months into the winter. Eating according to the season is a great way to be able…
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Interview With the Exercise Maven - Ginny Grabowski. Listen to How She is Becoming an Iron Maiden While Crushing Plants.
This week the snow peas talk to Ginny Grabowski and get the low down on plant-based badassery. Kettlebells and mountain climbing abound. https://www.facebook.com/plantbasedalaska https://www.facebook.com/livebreatheak https://www.ginnygrabowski.com/ https://www.thewomenswellnessacademy.com/ ---...
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What do the Snow Peas Eat in a Day? Plant-secrets revealed.
Curious what a week of plant-based eating looks like on the regular? Look no farther than this episode. This week the Snow Peas talk about what they enjoy for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Tune in to hear a super top-secret recipe. You can judge us, join us or just walk out with a few tips. ---...
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How to visit Cordova, Alaska and Plant-based Camping Tips
This week it's only two of the Snowpeas and Dr. O takes over the show. She and Owen talk about an exciting trip Cameron took to Cordova, AK and how eating a planted-based diet is possible to do even while out camping. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/snowpeaspodcast/message
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
We are the Snow Peas - three women eating plants and living life in Anchorage, Alaska. Cameron O'Connell, ND, Owen Mandanas, DDS, and Zaneta Stetsunova, plant-based mama are your hosts.
Our podcast centers on how to create a plant-based lifestyle but with an Alaskan twist. Episodes will answer questions on transitioning to this lifestyle, how to create your own Alaskan adventures, and intriguing guests - from the plant-based universe to the Alaskan business world.
Fun will be had. Plant-based confessions will be taken. Shenanigans will ensue.
You can find us here, Spotify, or on Apple.
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We are the Snow Peas - three women eating plants and living life in Anchorage, Alaska. Cameron O'Connell, ND, Owen Mandanas, DDS, and Zaneta Stetsunova, plant-based mama are your hosts. Our podcast centers on how to create a plant-based lifestyle but with an Alaskan twist. Episodes will answer...
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