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Thrive on Plants
The Thrive on Plants podcast, hosted by Dr. Daphne, empowers women to navigate menopause and midlife with confidence through expert insights on plant-based nutrition, weight loss, hormones, and mindset. Each episode blends education, inspiration, and real-life success stories to help listeners thrive on a plant-based lifestyle.
https://www.youtube.com/@drdaphnebascom
Episodes
34 episodes
#34 - Elite Gymnast to Vegan Coach: Fuel, Fitness, and Food Choice
In this episode of Thrive on Plants, Dr. Daphne talks with Coach Kiana Wilson, a former world-class acrobatic gymnast, certified personal trainer, and plant-based nutrition scientist. Kiana shares her journey from restrictive eating an...
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#33 - Building Muscle, Breaking Myths: Redefining Women’s Strength
In this conversation, recorded live at our recent Vegan Superhero Academy retreat, Dr. Daphne welcomes Coach Sarah Antonie, a longtime vegan and IFBB figure pro, to share how plant-powered training, mindset, and empathy shape her coaching.<...
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Episode 33
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39:24
#32 - From RED-S to Resilience: Nicole's Story of Healing, Hormones & Strength
In this episode of the Thrive on Plants Podcast, Dr. Daphne Bascom sits down with Coach Nicole Mitsigeorgis, a nutrition and fitness coach at The Vegan Gym. Nicole opens up about her powerful journey from competing in Taekwondo at the internati...
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Episode 32
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41:10
#31 - Why Women Can’t Ignore Their Numbers: Heart Health with Dr. Joel Kahn
In this episode of Thrive on Plants, Dr. Daphne Bascom welcomes world-renowned cardiologist Dr. Joel Kahn, known as “America’s Healthy Heart Doc.” Together, they unpack the critical connection between women’s health, hormones, and heart disease...
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1:07:57
#30 - Movement is Medicine: The Power of Total Daily Motion
In this episode of Thrive on Plants, Dr. Daphne Bascom sits down with best-selling authors and performance experts Drs. Juliet and Kelly Starrett to explore the real reason we need to move more: to build resilience for the inevitable c...
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1:03:06
#29 - Creatine Explained: What Every Woman Should Know
In this Thrive on Plants masterclass, Dr. Daphne Bascom sits down with Dr. Darren Candow, a leading creatine researcher and professor of kinesiology, to explore one of the most studied supplements on the planet. We learn what creatine is, how i...
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1:01:43
#28 - Leading with Love: Creating Change with Compassion
In this heartfelt conversation, Kate Galli sits down with Daphne to share her powerful evolution from an “angry vegan” to a joyful and compassionate advocate for plant-based living. A personal trainer and vegan health coach, Kate opens up about...
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1:07:26
#27 - Fuel Smart, Run Strong: Lessons from Running on Carbs
In this episode of Thrive on Plants, Dr. Daphne Bascom sits down with Coach Valerie Swanson, founder of Running on Carbs, to explore the transformative power of embracing a plant-based lifestyle and a love for running, no matter your a...
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1:10:38
#26 - Roots of Resilience: Overcoming the Weight of the Past
This week on Thrive on Plants, host Dr. Daphne Bascom welcomes OBGYN and women’s health advocate Dr. Teresa Diaz for an honest, courageous, and deeply personal conversation.Dr. Diaz’s journey began in the South Bronx, navigating childhoo...
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1:33:04
#25 - How 20 Years of Struggle Sparked a Wellness Revolution
In this powerful episode of the Thrive on Plants podcast, host Dr. Daphne Bascom sits down with entrepreneur and herbalist Ashley Rocha, founder of Ladywell, to discuss her 20-year battle with PMDD and how she transformed her life through natur...
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35:48
#24 - You CAN Outsmart Menopause
In this episode of the Thrive on Plants Podcast, we are joined by Dr. Brooke Bussard, physician, personal trainer, plant-based health coach, and author of Outsmarting Menopause. Together, we dive into a conversation every woman deserves to hear...
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1:07:29
#23 - Failing Forward: Why Setbacks Are Your Superpower
In this solo episode of Thrive on Plants, Dr. Daphne Bascom explores what it truly means to fail forward, not the polished, social media-friendly version, but the raw, uncomfortable kind of failure we all face.Daphne reframes failure no...
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Episode 23
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27:02
#22 - Can Soy Help with Hot Flashes? Dr. Neal Barnard Explains the Science
In this evidence-packed episode of Thrive on Plants, Dr. Daphne Bascom sits down with Dr. Neal Barnard, renowned researcher, author, and founder of the Barnard Medical Center, to explore how simple dietary changes can dramatically redu...
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Episode 22
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33:59
#21 - Struggling to Stay Consistent? Try This 3-Step System
These three simple words hold the key to creating real, lasting transformation, and in this solo episode of Thrive on Plants, we're diving deep into what they really mean.Whether you're just starting a health journey, struggling to stay...
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Episode 21
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25:41
#20 - Redefining Resilience: Laura's Journey Through Healing
This week on Thrive on Plants, host Dr. Daphne Bascom sits down with nurse practitioner, Gulf War veteran, and lifestyle medicine advocate Laura Valero for a deeply personal and wide-ranging conversation.Laura’s path has taken her from ...
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1:18:12
#19 - Stronger with Every Step: How Rucking & Weighted Vests Transform Your Fitness
Ever wondered how simply adding weight to your walk could transform your health? In this episode of the Thrive on Plants Podcast, Dr. Daphne Bascom unpacks the power of rucking and weighted vest training, two simple but science-backed strategie...
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28:54
#18 - Your Misogi Awaits: Embrace Discomfort, Redefine Possible
In this solo episode of Thrive on Plants, Dr. Daphne Bascom invites you to lean into the edge of fear, discomfort, and growth. Inspired by the powerful concepts of Misogi and Colin O’Brady’s 12-hour walk, Daphne explores what it means to take o...
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24:22
#17 - Why We Struggle to Love Ourselves: Cultivating Self-Love Today
In this uplifting episode of Thrive on Plants, Dr. Daphne Bascom sits down with Coach Tiana Braden to explore the journey of creating a positive body image and cultivating self-love.Many of us struggle with self-acceptance, often waiting...
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37:11
#16 - The Inner Battle: Body Image, Hormones, and a Warrior’s Mindset
In this deeply personal and insightful episode of Thrive on Plants, Dr. Daphne Bascom sits down with Sarah Katkhouda, FNP-C, a resilient member of the Vegan Superhero Academy, to discuss her journey through health challenges, self-advocacy, and...
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Episode 16
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1:10:04
#15 - The Healing Power of Plants and Purpose with Dr. Scott Stoll
In this episode of the Thrive on Plants Podcast, Dr. Daphne Bascom sits down with Dr. Scott Stoll a physician, author, and co-founder of The Plantrician Project, to explore the transformative power of food, mindset, and community in sh...
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53:26
#14 - Vegan Vibes & Vibrations: Reclaiming Joy with Jenné Claiborne
In this inspiring episode of Thrive on Plants, Dr. Daphne Bascom sits down with Jenné Claiborne, beloved creator of Sweet Potato Soul and author of the new cookbook Vegan Vibes. Recorded on March 25, 2025, the conversation covers Jenné’s recent...
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Episode 14
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52:20
#13 - Bloating, Brain Fog & Food Reactions: What’s Really Going On?
Gut health has become one of the hottest topics in wellness, but how much of what you hear is actually true? In this episode of the Thrive on Plants podcast, Dr. Daphne Bascom is joined by allergy and immunology expert Dr. Erin Sinnaeve, DNP, D...
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1:15:20
#12 - Milestones & Mindset: Thriving Through Pregnancy and Beyond
In this powerful follow-up episode, we continue our conversation with coach and plant-based mother Sarah Harper as she opens up about her experience through pregnancy, birth, and the early postpartum months.Building on the emotion...
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51:58
#11 - From Heartbreak to Hope: Sarah’s Path to Parenthood
In Part One of this powerful two-part episode of the Thrive on Plants podcast, we sit down with Sarah Harper, vegan mom, health coach, and radiant force within The Vegan Gym community, as she shares the deeply personal and emotion...
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Episode 11
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44:58
#10 - Stronger With Every Mile: Claire Bartholic on Running Through Midlife
In this empowering episode of Thrive on Plants, Dr. Daphne Bascom sits down with Claire Bartholic, a certified running coach, sports nutrition specialist, and host of The Planted Runner Podcast. Claire shares her incredible ...
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59:54