Reviews
“Colleen is like a living encyclopedia - I am always amazed at how much she knows about the history of veganism, food, animals, nutrition. In addition to her inspiring tips and tricks for living compassionately and navigating life among non-vegans, she mixes in fact based episodes where you can...”Read full review »
Palapi29 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
09/22/24
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“Thank you for the shoutout on 9/13!!! I am CPG famous!!! 🙀🙀🙀”
Jenna81818 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/19/24
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“Colleen’s podcast on this topic just makes so much sense. I feel as though she answers my question before I’ve even had a moment to process what I’m thinking. She is a master communicator. I wish I could effectively communicate like Colleen to my non vegan family and friends. Instead, I direct...”Read full review »
Angela Terzo via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
07/19/24
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“I’ve been a listener since 2011. Colleen has a lot of advice to share but I think the content started going downhill after she shifted to mainly planning vacations as her brand. I get it, it must be really nice to be paid to plan and go on vacations. I don’t travel much so this content isn’t very...”Read full review »
Laura_smash_buttons via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/16/24
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“I absolutely adore this podcast...it’s one of the reasons we transitioned to vegan lifestyle nearly 7 years ago. Colleen provides a very helpful perspective on a variety of interesting topics. I’ve used certain episodes numerous times to help others with questions or challenges. Keep up the...”Read full review »
Dane SRR via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/02/24
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“I have listened to food for thought for over a year now. Colleen is a great individual. She has much wisdom to share and ideas to brighten your life. She has also done many interesting episodes that give historical context to food that’s super interesting. I have loved listening to her longer...”Read full review »
GracieGirl2020 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/02/23
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“I love listening to Colleen Patrick-Goudreau’s podcast. It gives me such motivation and inspiration in all aspects of my life. I share so many of her values on animals, food, and spirituality. She researches topics and comes to the table with a very intelligent, fluent approach. If you’re looking...”Read full review »
KimBurlyFuselier via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/05/23
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“Great podcast, makes you think about things!”
juju-in-lisboa via Apple Podcasts ·
Portugal ·
04/30/23
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“Colleen’s work is some of the most thoughtful, heartfelt content I have ever come across. Her research and presentation of material is concise and clear. I have been following CPG/Joyful Vegan for many years and her work is an absolute treasure!”
Jackman-_-123456789 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/07/23
“I love Colleen, her book changed my life and then I found this podcast! It’s so amazing and has helped me so much on my vegan journey. She has such amazing experience and years and years of living this compassionate extraordinary life to draw from to help others! I’m so thankful!”
petshopboysfan via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/06/23
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“Thank you Colleen for a great podcast! I love the short sound bites too!
Keep being joyful”
inkidinki via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
03/30/23
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“Just discovered this podcast from the Joyful Vegan, wow I’m so glad I did! Colleen is so focused, level-headed, and no nonsense talking about all sorts of vegan topics.”
JenS-SB via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/12/23
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“An enjoyable listen and very informative as always . I’ve Been listening to this podcast over 8 years now and as I always learn so much ! I often wonder if I could have stayed vegan this long without it .It helps me to discuss being vegan with non vegans in a much better way , planting seeds...”Read full review »
Crazywarthoglady via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
10/06/22
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“Colleen is extremely well-researched and thorough on every topic that she addresses. I have learned so much through the years, and continue to learn so much from Colleen. Colleen’s content extends beyond providing the listener with tools to remain a joyful vegan, into providing inspiration on how...”Read full review »
Allie Rae S via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/28/22
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“My daily go to podcast for good thoughts on the vegan diet. I was raised as a meat eater, however, I am happiest and feel my best eating a vegan diet. Thanks for sharing your thoughts and wisdom publicly. I don’t feel so alone on my journey.”
Nelly belly 27 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/14/22
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“Reading her books lift up my spirits.
Thank you for all your work and uplifting words Colleen!.”
Galeana1965 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/27/22
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“I've been listening to Colleen for many years. I have re-listened to several of her podcast episodes and I learn something new every time! You don't have to be "vegan" to learn so much about cuisine, compassion, wine, how to be an effective advocate, etc. I'm currently...”Read full review »
Melanie Rn05 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/18/22
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“I discovered this podcast about 8 years ago when I was a vegetarian. As I listened veganism became such an obvious progression. The message wasn’t heavy, just a clear description of the dairy and egg industry which made the progression natural. Colleen recognises the demands that moving to...”Read full review »
bpioveyou via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/05/22
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“Colleen is so grounded in her thinking, and anyone who listens to her podcasts will benefit from her knowledge, wisdom and compassion.”
eskimodesigning via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/31/22
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“The Joyful Vegan podcast is essential listening for anyone learning to navigate life as a vegan.”
Juanita O'Brien via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/31/22
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“I love listening to Colleen! She has a way of speaking that just makes you want to listen to every podcast all at once! She’s informative and funny! Highly recommend if you’re questioning becoming vegan or just starting and need answers or motivation… or if you’ve been listening for years :)”
iPad warranty via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/30/22
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“Colleen is brilliant and I love getting her opinion on anything vegan related or not. She takes such a thoughtful approach on every topic she covers. She so very informative that I find myself listening to many of her episodes more than once.”
AT-100 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/09/22
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“After hearing from a friend how awful the dairy industry is, I wanted to learn more. It was just by chance that I dropped on the Food for Thought Podcast and I could not have been more fortunate. The first episode I listened to is entitled ‘Why Vegan? Pick a Reason. Any Reason’ and after that...”Read full review »
RachJC via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
02/06/22
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“She is very authentic and cares. She has passion in her voice. Her podcasts are relevant and interesting. I hope she keeps going and going for us and the animals.”
Thanks for the ideas via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/04/22
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“I look forward to listening to Colleen’s podcast. She has so much insight and advice on how we can be more compassionate and understanding toward animals and other humans.”
Addffv via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/03/22
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“Articulate, authentic, well-thought out, compassionate and joyful. This podcast is my best friend while navigating the journey of being vegan, practising ahimsa, in this day and age. Thank you Colleen !”
catzz220 via Apple Podcasts ·
Spain ·
02/03/22
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“I’m really enjoying Food For Thought. Colleen Patrick-Goudreau is passionate about living vegan and provides down to earth advise on how to move in that direction.”
Ewilans via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/16/22
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“I have learned so much for CPG. Her gifts are many. I have learned so much from her podcasts and she is just a sheer joy to listen to. You get the sense that you know her like an old friend you have not seen in person for a long time but can immediately connect to. I also like her direct approach...”Read full review »
beehappy21 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/01/22
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“Thank you Colleen Patrick Goudreau for your kind, sage, thoughtful and compassionate podcasts! You are a jewel and the world needs more individuals like you. You are truly inspiring. As a long time vegan I look forward to trying more recipes in your fabulous cook books and learning more from...”Read full review »
Jpgr1 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/31/21
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“Love this podcast - Colleen is so informative - always look forward to this show!”
beckster123! via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
12/22/21
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“Colleen covers such a wide range of topics and has such a compassionate perspective, I always feel better after listening to her :)”
ElisaC via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/02/21
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“Colleen puts in the effort to research the topics she presents and provides a compassionate narration of important issues. Thank you!”
r.crowley via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
12/02/21
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“The host isn’t very natural and free flowing. She reads from a script which can come off as a little disingenuous and contrived but there is often good information there. I actually don’t love the vegan content and wish she would deliver more on her promise to expand upon the fifty ways to live a...”Read full review »
dancingwiththeearth via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/27/21
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“Colleen is such a role model for me. I made the switch to veganism on Jan 1, 2020 and will never look back. I started listening to this podcast around June of last year, and the information is just so incredibly useful. I learn so much every episode, and the information I learn is helping me to...”Read full review »
kayseife17 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/24/21
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“Just like the title implies, Colleen’s podcast makes me think in a productive way.”
kuniflix via Apple Podcasts ·
Germany ·
04/09/21
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“I love listening to Colleen! At times it feels like we are having a conversation. She brings up excellent points and helps me process through various thoughts I have. Even though I’ve been vegan for nearly 8 years, it is helpful to listen to the things she has to say.”
Weenie Bikini via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/27/21
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“I am grateful that you are doing this good work and speaking up for the animals. Your messages are meaningful and I hope more people end up supporting your efforts! Thank you! Refreshing.”
Wendyvn22 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/17/21
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“I am so thankful to have found this podcast. Colleen has committed her life for the animals and shares so much knowledge. And she gives so much information on living life in a real and engaged way! Because of her I am now making my own soy milk and tofu (her class was awesome) and today I will...”Read full review »
BrandyNoodle via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/14/21
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“I’m vegan and I can’t listen to that. I feel so much judgment et condescending :(”
henrietta93500 via Apple Podcasts ·
France ·
01/12/21
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“I’ve been following Colleen for years and her way of speaking about the matters of animal advocacy and the world in general is highly captivating. I learn so much from each episode!”
Kat Loves Kale via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/02/21
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“CPG, the host of this podcast, is always thoughtful and thought provoking. She’s so intelligent and I appreciate her compassionate outlook-both towards animals and people.”
ElizabethPirie via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/26/20
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“CPG is truly the most underrated philosophical voice of our time. This podcast is an absolute jewel and filled with so much wisdom even beyond veganism. I’ve learned so much about literature, history, and art through this podcast. Simply can’t recommend it enough—both to vegans and non-vegans alike!”
Gdn1212 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/04/20
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“I've been vegan (now I align more with plant-based) ever since my mother and I started listening to Colleen back in 2014. The rigor she brings to her work in activism is matched only by her compassion and common sense, and, six years later, listening to Food for Thought is like listening to a...”Read full review »
ANON in Oklahoma via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/07/20
“Colleen is an inspiration with a wonderful message and has a very relaxing voice 🖤”
17jenn via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/14/20
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“First time listening to Colleen, I needed to listen to something about compassion, I am 15 minutes in to the latest episode, and wow that was a lot to take in, I felt that it was too much about all the negative things that are happening... I needed to be lifted but I am leaving feeling depleted”
tjungajunga via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
07/14/20
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“Colleen is a calm, supportive, and wise voice of reason. I love her outlook on things. Her advice is so inspiring.”
sdsimon3 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/06/20
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“I love listening to Colleen. All her episodes are inspiring and informative. Her message is clear, crisp and always on point. She touches a wide range of topics from being vegan, to zero waste to how to live a meaningful life. But you can also find episodes on kitchen appliances and etymology of...”Read full review »
Samanta Ber via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/24/20
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“Dubious science. Weak epidemiology. Yet another delusional, prematurely aged vegan promoting malnutrition and starvation. Avoid!”
Psektuepr via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/06/20
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