by Lani Muelrath | Jan 25, 2022 | All Posts, Animals, Video
Note: Be sure to listen to the sound on the above video clips!Backstory: About seven months ago, someone found three turkey eggs near San Francisco. They decided to hatch them. Quite soon, they ended up at the San Francisco Humane Society. From there, they were taken...
by Lani Muelrath | Jan 1, 2021 | All Posts, Animals, Video
Though it was difficult to leave our Magalia house that served us well for 43-years, here we are!Greg captures the new environment in which we now find ourselves – in the Sonoma Mountains – in this video.We are overwhelmed by the natural beauty of the oak...
by Lani Muelrath | Jan 19, 2020 | All Posts, Mindfulness, Mindset, & Motivation, Video
It’s Been a Long Time……since I sat down to talk with you. And there is so much to say. So much to share with you.First of all, I am overwhelmed by the flood of kind, loving emails, texts and messages I have received since sending out some quick...
by Lani Muelrath | Jan 6, 2019 | All Posts, Mindfulness, Mindset, & Motivation, Video
This latest video release from my husband Greg opens with a sunrise in Africa and moves to our town of Magalia with a message of symbolism and hope following our experiences in the Camp fire. Says Greg: “In August 2017, we had the good fortune to witness a...
by Lani Muelrath | Jul 16, 2018 | All Posts, Animals, Video
Yesterday on our morning bike ride along the flumes, we encountered a fawn that had fallen in the rushing waters. The sides of the flume are steep, and opportunities to escape are few and far between. Greg jumped in while I held the camera. In spite of the freezing...
by Lani Muelrath | Apr 23, 2018 | All Posts, Mindfulness, Mindset, & Motivation, Transformations, Video
This year I was once again honored to be invited to be a guest at The Plant-Based Transformation Summit. In this video, you will be present for my conversation with the creator of the summit, Margot Freitag. Margot asks me all about my book The Mindful Vegan, and in...
by Lani Muelrath | Mar 14, 2018 | All Posts, Mindfulness, Mindset, & Motivation, Video
We keep our fingers crossed that the facts themselves will sell people on eating less meat. But the research tells a different story. People are more inclined to make choices based on the social norm. So if facts are presented in a way that speaks to that norm in a...
by Lani Muelrath | Feb 18, 2018 | All Posts, Mindfulness, Mindset, & Motivation, Video
This webinar was presented as part of Activist Appreciation Month hosted by In Defense of Animals (IDA). The program host is Lisa Levinson, Director of The Sustainable Activism Campaign for IDA. In the words of Lisa Levinson, In this Activist Appreciation Month...
by Lani Muelrath | Jan 29, 2018 | All Posts, Mindfulness, Mindset, & Motivation, Video
A note to readers: the following is a posting I made on facebook a few days ago. It resonated with so many, and generated such intense conversation, that I wanted to bring it into an article here on the blog to share it with you. Included are my opening comments and...
by Lani Muelrath | Jan 25, 2018 | All Posts, Mindfulness, Mindset, & Motivation, Video
I’m a big fan of the work that the people at Vegucated.com have done and continue to do to advance the cause of veg living. True to their name, they are the champions of veg education and they have a gazillion resources at their website to prove it. A few days...
by Lani Muelrath | Jan 24, 2018 | All Posts, Mindfulness, Mindset, & Motivation, Video
The Mindful Vegan book is giving me the happy opportunity to present, teach, and talk about mindfulness meditation to a lot of people. During these presentations, when there is time – after the introduction to mindfulness training, the presentations about the...
by Lani Muelrath | Dec 15, 2017 | All Posts, Holidays, Mindfulness, Mindset, & Motivation, Video
There are three origins of cravings. In this recording of this week’s Mindful Vegan Moment facebook LIVE broadcast, find out what they are, how to understand them, and how to navigate them should they arise. These key points are elaborated upon in The Mindful...
by Lani Muelrath | Nov 20, 2017 | All Posts, Holidays, Mindfulness, Mindset, & Motivation, Video
Thanks again to Jeanne Schumacher, who I introduced you to recently when she interviewed me on video for Insights on Being a Mindful Vegan with Lani Muelrath. Jeanne continues to catalog an impressive collection of video interviews of thought leaders and world...
by Lani Muelrath | Nov 18, 2017 | All Posts, Mindfulness, Mindset, & Motivation, Video
Many thanks to Gina Carr and Karen Jacobson for inviting me to their Healthy Happy Hour Show to talk about mindfulness training and how it restores mental balance and calm. In This Facebook LIVE Video Broadcast, discover how… Inner calm, happiness, and presence...
by Lani Muelrath | Oct 5, 2017 | All Posts, Mindfulness, Mindset, & Motivation, Video
Think you are addicted to sweets? Sabotaged by mindless snacking and stress eating? This conversation will expand your awareness of what might be driving these – or any other compulsions and obsessions you might find creating misery – and introduce you to...
by Lani Muelrath | Sep 12, 2017 | All Posts, Mindfulness, Mindset, & Motivation, Video
The Mindful Vegan Interview: Jane Velez Mitchell with Lani Muelrath Imagine my delight when the text message from media superstar Jane Velez Mitchell popped up on my phone. Jane was inviting me to join her in a facebook live broadcast to give a sneak preview...
by Lani Muelrath | Sep 22, 2016 | All Posts, Appearances, Plant-Based Journey, Video
“Rock star!” In the vegan and plant-based world, this is what immediately comes to mind when you think of Dr. Neal Barnard. What may be news to you is that “rock star” – when it comes to Neal Barnard – has double meaning. Dr....
by Lani Muelrath | May 21, 2016 | All Posts, Plant-Based Journey, Travel, Video
We’ve just returned from three weeks of adventure on a Biodiversity Expedition in Indonesia. Here in Greg’s latest video release, a peek at our adventure. Watch as we dive alongside manta rays, sea turtles, and yes, even sea snakes!. Along the way we...
by Lani Muelrath | Apr 10, 2016 | All Posts, Appearances, Plant-Based Journey, Video
Just back from Healthfest 2016 in Marshall, Texas. While I have one foot out the door for another speaking engagement, I can’t let another minute go by without reporting in to you about Healthfest with a few snapshots. Then I’m on the way today to...
by Lani Muelrath | Mar 3, 2016 | All Posts, Appearances, Plant-Based Journey, Video
In this twenty-eight minute video, discover a quick, crisp overview of the five universal steps of transition to a sustainable plant-based diet as presenting in The Plant-Based Journey. The Five Universal Steps of Transition to a Plant-Based DietNot a bad situation to...
by Lani Muelrath | Feb 27, 2016 | All Posts, Animals, Plant-Based Journey, Travel, Video
This latest from my favorite videographer Greg starts with delightful footage of the elephants, including our adoptees, at the Sheldrick Wildlfe Trust in Nairobi. Quite soon he seques to the wart hog story. Lots more, including updates on the “ellies” as...
by Lani Muelrath | Jan 31, 2016 | All Posts, Appearances, Media, Plant-Based Journey, Plant-Based Journey TV, Video
Habits, Sugar, and The Plant-Based Journey Program Notes In this energetically fun and informative show, I am the honored guest of the effervescent Jill McKeever of Simple Daily Recipes. Jill starts by sharing her favorite things about The Plant-Based Journey. ...
by Lani Muelrath | Jan 13, 2016 | All Posts, Appearances, Media, Plant-Based Journey, Plant-Based Journey TV, Recipes, Video
In this six minute segment, filmed live during CBS TV Good Day Sacramento, find out how to make robust, savory and filling plant-based eats that will have you exclaiming “I can’t believe it’s vegan!” Double click on the video image below to...
by Lani Muelrath | Dec 8, 2015 | All Posts, Appearances, Holidays, Media, Plant-Based Journey, Recipes, Video
This week I was back on the set at CBS TV to show multiple examples of plant-based party snacks so you can lighten up the holiday parties with plant-based hors d’oeuvres. Double click on the video to enjoy this four minute presentation including taste tests and...
by Lani Muelrath | Nov 5, 2015 | All Posts, Appearances, Holidays, Media, Plant-Based Journey, Plant-Based Nutrition, Video, Weight Loss
This week I was invited back to CBS TV to share the secrets of replacing processed holiday treats with whole food plant-based foods. Double click on the video to enjoy this five minute presentation including taste tests and recipes from The Plant-Based Journey....
by Lani Muelrath | Nov 1, 2015 | All Posts, Media, Plant-Based Journey, Plant-Based Nutrition, Video
From Junk Food to Whole Food When Charlie Fields, noted veg chef (among his many talents!) told me he was thinking about starting a new video series from his San Francisco location, I said to him to just – well, do it! There will never be a “perfect...
by Lani Muelrath | Sep 19, 2015 | All Posts, Appearances, Media, Plant-Based Journey, Recipes, Video
In this five minute segment, filmed live during CBS TV Good Day Sacramento earlier this week, I demonstrate five superfast ways to plantify your plate. Double click on the video image below to watch this five minute segment. Five Fast Ways to Plantify Your Plate No...
by Lani Muelrath | Sep 7, 2015 | All Posts, Animals, Travel, Video
Want to see the baby elephant video first? Scroll down the page! Can You Eat Plant-Based While on Safari in Africa? A resounding yes. Deliciously. confidently. While on safari in Kenya and Tanzania these past few weeks, I posted pictures and articles about the...
by Lani Muelrath | Aug 12, 2015 | All Posts, Animals, Plant-Based Journey, Travel, Video
Our driver scurried us through teeming traffic in a late-night arrival at the Nairobi airport to our lodging for the first days of our stay near Nairobi National Park. As we drove past giant billboards that had been erected days earlier to welcome President Barack...
by Lani Muelrath | Jun 25, 2015 | All Posts, Plant-Based Journey, Travel, Video
If we’ve been on this journey together for any time at all, you know this about me: I travel. A lot. I figure someone’s got to demonstrate how you can eat and live plant-based – in glorious fashion – and stay active anywhere in the world. So...
by Lani Muelrath | Jun 13, 2015 | All Posts, Appearances, Plant-Based Nutrition, Video
This video recording of my presentation delivered at the World Vegetarian Festival in San Francisco – How to amp down your fat genes with plant-based nutrition and carve your figure with your fork – recently came across my radar. I...
by Lani Muelrath | May 10, 2015 | All Posts, All Setup, Animals, Travel, Video
We just returned from three weeks of travel adventure in Indonesia, where we journeyed for scuba diving, rainforest hiking, and doing what we always do on our travels – trek to wildlife sanctuaries and preserves to give support, bear witness, and bring back...
by Lani Muelrath | Apr 7, 2015 | All Posts, All Setup, Animals, Video
In case you missed it last night, Gene Baur, cofounder and president of Farm Sanctuary, was Jon Stewart’s guest on The Daily Show. In precious few minutes, Gene eloquently nailed all of the reasons to go plant-based. And Stewart was the perfect host....
by Lani Muelrath | Nov 25, 2014 | All Setup, Animals, Holidays, Video
My first vegetarian Thanksgiving was in 1972. That was the same year that I met my husband, Dick Gregory came to campus to speak on his peace tour, I started teaching yoga, and I took up a meditation practice inspired by a sign posted at the local natty foods store,...
by Lani Muelrath | Sep 14, 2014 | Animals, Plant-Based Journey, Travel, Video
Safari Africa touches something deep inside you. Maybe it’s in our DNA. Our limbic memory, reaching back to our ancient ancestors. Picture this At 6,500 feet above sea level, we watch as a large family of elephants – from giant towering mothers to infants...
by Lani Muelrath | Jan 2, 2014 | All Setup, Animals, Video
We’re watchful – and hopeful – for what Rockie’s third winter will bring. Prepare to smile and perhaps shed a few tears as you view the latest Rockie video update. In case you’ve missed the Rockie chronicles – a series of 11 films, including...
by Lani Muelrath | Jul 16, 2013 | Plant-Based Nutrition, Travel, Video
I’ve just returned from Vegetarian Summerfest – and there is SO much to tell you! For starters, I was thrilled and honored to be invited to present at this by-invitation-only annual event in Johnstown, PA. I’ve heard about Veg Summerfest for years...
by Lani Muelrath | May 24, 2013 | Fit Quickies, Move Your Body, Video
Fit Quickies #3: Triceps Triple Play from Lani Muelrath on Vimeo. The triceps are THE muscle most responsible for the shape of your arms. As a matter of fact, the triceps are the all stars when it comes to shaping your arms. The triceps are often overlooked in...
by Lani Muelrath | Jan 1, 2013 | Mindfulness, Mindset, & Motivation, Move Your Body, Plant-Based Nutrition, Video
For everyone who wrote asking if I could please provide a transcript of the “3 Things” video that plays in the welcome banner at the top of the page, your wish is my command. The 3 things you must have for health, weight loss, and fitness success Hi,...
by Lani Muelrath | Dec 18, 2012 | All Posts, All Setup, Fit Quickies, Move Your Body, Video
We have a winner! The winner of the Fit Quickies Book Trailer Premiere, with four out of four right and luck on the drawing out of the hat is Dr. Connie Sanchez, N.D. 1) Exercises in the video? 4 2) Yeson faceook follow 3) Yes on twitter follow 4) Yes on Pinterest!...
by Lani Muelrath | Sep 4, 2012 | Travel, Video
Our morning river walk in Harper’s Ferry, W. VA., where the Potomac meets the Shenandoah… Early September found us on plant-based fitness adventure in Virginia, Maryland, and even scrambling all over the nation’s capitol for a 7 hour junket on a hot,...
by Lani Muelrath | Oct 21, 2011 | All Posts, All Setup, Move Your Body, Video
“Upper Body SOS”, Fit Quickies #11, includes Planks and Push-ups form and practice instruction. Image: Fit Quickies: 5 Minute Targeted Body-Shaping WorkoutsLet’s get one thing straight. The Plank should be a part of everyone’s conditioning and...
by Lani Muelrath | Aug 10, 2011 | All Posts, All Setup, Video, Weight Loss
How do you know how much to eat to stay in your skinny jeans? What would it be like if you could eat to satisfaction every day, at every meal, and not have it shadowed by worrying about your weight? If you have never had a weight problem, then you are probably baffled...
by Lani Muelrath | Aug 6, 2011 | All Posts, All Setup, Plant-Based Nutrition, Video
This short rap was just too adorable for me not to share with you right away. Calcium, protein, zinc, vitmin B12 -it’s all in there. Thanks to Jonathan Mann and Ivory King for this charming little song that’s got a powerful message debunking vegan myths...
by Lani Muelrath | Jul 19, 2011 | All Posts, All Setup, Plant-Based Nutrition, Recipes, Video
Should you drink smoothies when trying to lose weight? Go to To smoothie or not to smoothie? The skinny on blending your fruits and greens for more food for thought. As if on cue from my “greens, go in and get moving” expose, this charming and deelish...
by Lani Muelrath | Feb 7, 2011 | All Posts, Move Your Body, Video
You sit down to your computer to put in some productive time and start with all the best of intentions when it comes to good posture. You know, seated upright, upper body in lift, all systems GO. Yet before you know it – maybe this happens for you, too –...
by Lani Muelrath | Jan 20, 2011 | All Posts, Move Your Body, Video
Before we detail my instant body-shaping expert strategy, let me start by asking you 3 questions: 1) Have you ever felt like you are not getting the body-shaping results you should from all the time you are putting into your workouts? 2) Does it sometimes seem as if...
by Lani Muelrath | Dec 7, 2010 | Plant-Based Nutrition, Video
Are you consumed by carbophobia and afraid that bread is fattening? Do you love sandwiches but feel you have to swear them off so that you can lose weight? Relax! I have for you: 2 examples of excellent quality bread that support your body-shaping goals plus...
by Lani Muelrath | Nov 23, 2010 | Plant-Based Nutrition, Recipes, Video
Finding it tough to get your veggies in? You know it’s at the top of the list of tips for staying trim and energetic, right? Talk about tricks for switching off your fat genes! Though you know it’s important to keep you vegetable count high, many people...
by Lani Muelrath | Oct 12, 2010 | Move Your Body, Video
[fb-like] “Chisel your butt and legs!” “Burns more calories!” “Makes the gym obsolete!” Hang on sistah, let’s not get carried away with what the “toning” shoes can do. Do they really give you a better body? Have...
