About us
Real Men Eat Plants exists to end the stigma around men choosing a plant-based lifestyle. Our mission is to help men improve their health, support their families, and build a more compassionate way of living through practical guidance, meaningful conversations, and a strong sense of community.
What started as one person’s commitment to change has grown into a podcast-driven platform that encourages men to rethink strength, health, and identity. We help people take plant-based living seriously without making it feel intimidating, preachy, or out of reach.
Empowerment
Inclusivity
Support
We encourage men to take ownership of their health and choices with confidence, curiosity, and consistency.
We welcome people at every stage of the journey, whether they are fully plant-based, exploring the lifestyle, or simply trying to make better choices.
We provide a non-judgmental environment that helps people make sustainable progress instead of chasing perfection.
We believe plant-based living can support personal health while also reducing harm to animals and the planet.
We promote the practical health benefits of a whole food plant-based lifestyle, including better energy, better habits, and long-term well-being.
We value education, honest discussion, and real-world insight that help people move from curiosity to action.
Sustainability
Health
Knowledge
Real Men Eat Plants: A Journey of Passion, Podcasts, and Plant-Based Living
Real Men Eat Plants embarked on its journey in 2011, sparked by Bryan's inspiration from the film "Forks Over Knives." What began as a humble blog quickly became a platform dedicated to plant-based living, particularly for men. Our mission expanded with the launch of the Real Men Eat Plants website, offering an array of blogs that delve into the nuances of a plant-based lifestyle.
The heart of our initiative is the 30-day Challenge, designed to guide men through a transformative journey toward embracing veganism. This challenge has been a pivotal step for many in adopting and maintaining a plant-based way of life.
Our outreach took a dynamic turn with the introduction of the Real Men Eat Plants Podcast. In its first season, with the collaboration of Rich Reynolds, we produced 38 episodes that resonated with our audience. Building on this success, we introduced "The Glen Merzer Show," hosted by Glen Merzer himself. Glen's unique approach, combining prominent guests from the plant-based community with his signature antics and insightful “rants,” has captivated a diverse audience.
Recognizing the need to support and celebrate the plant-based community, we launched The Plant Based on Fire Podcast. This platform shines a spotlight on aspiring and established plant-based businesses, sharing their stories, visions, and impact on the lifestyle.
"Plants VS Meat" is another innovative addition to our podcast series. This engaging and friendly debate between plant-eaters and meat lovers strikes a balance between entertainment and education, offering perspectives from both sides of the dietary spectrum.
In the latest season of the Real Men Eat Plants podcast, we're thrilled to have Shane Martin from Shane and Simple as our host. Shane embodies the essence of accessible, practical, and delicious plant-based cooking. His approach is refreshingly straightforward - no fancy equipment or jargon, just real food for real people.
Our journey at Real Men Eat Plants is not just about food; it's about fostering a compassionate, understanding community. We strive to create a space where everyone, regardless of where they are in their plant-based journey. Join us as we continue to explore, educate, and celebrate the plant-based lifestyle, one podcast, one recipe, and one story at a time.
The Team
As our community continues to grow, we invite and encourage people to share their stories about the lifestyle. We bring passionate plant-based men (and women) in our team and give them a platform where they can talk and write about anything that contributes to the growth of the community.
BRYAN
Bryan Dennstedt, an IT expert with over 20 years in the field, has worked with notable companies like IBM and Xerox. Beyond his technical career, Bryan is passionate about veganism, inspired by the film "Forks Over Knives." This led him to adopt a whole food plant-based diet and establish "Real Men Eat Plants." As the founder, he actively promotes veganism through blogging and hosting podcasts, sharing his journey and insights into a plant-based lifestyle.
GLEN
The host of the eponymous podcast.
Glen is the author of Food Is Climate, Own Your Health and the novel Off the Reservation. He is co-author, with Howard Lyman, of Mad Cowboy and No More Bull!, and with Chef AJ, of Unprocessed and The Secrets to Ultimate Weight Loss. He is also a playwright and screenwriter. He is a graduate of the New College of Florida in Sarasota. You can find him at www.glenmerzer.com
XIMENA
Her activism, rooted in empathy, compassion, and a quest for justice, spans animal rights, human rights, and the interconnectedness of life. Ximena's efforts have led her to various communities, educating and aiming to inspire change. She's not just an advocate for veganism; she promotes sustainable living, emphasizing the impact of our choices on the environment and health. Besides her activist work, Ximena is a bilingual translator and ESL educator passionate about team leading who does her magic behind the scenes, helping keep the real men on point and on time.
KLAUSE
Another vegan that contributes to the growth of the community by sharing blogs about vegan living in the Philippines and keeping everything going while in the background. He likes to travel and discover new places that offer plant-based food for everyone to visit and experience.
ANDREA
Introducing Andrea, our Chief Creative Officer, a visionary who has embraced the vegan lifestyle for nearly a decade. With a profound passion for design, branding, and marketing, Andrea utilizes her multidisciplinary skillset not just as a profession but as a form of activism, promoting the vegan way of life with every project she undertakes. Andrea's dedication to the vegan cause goes beyond the office, making her a true ambassador for a compassionate and sustainable way of living.
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