In this episode, we’re joined by Kuntal Joisher, a pioneering vegan mountaineer and passionate animal advocate. Kuntal made history as the first vegan to climb Mount Everest, not just once, but twice, all while staying true to his principles by designing and using the world’s first animal-free climbing suit.

Kuntal shares his incredible journey to veganism, detailing the challenges he faced and overcame in the world of extreme sports. We explore his passion for creating a community where vegans can embark on adventures without compromising their values, and he offers practical tips for those in India looking to transition to a vegan lifestyle.

Tune in to hear Kuntal’s inspiring story—from his transformation from a software engineer to a record-setting mountaineer, to his advocacy for a cruelty-free lifestyle in every aspect of life. You’ll also gain valuable insights into how Kuntal is breaking barriers in the adventure world and empowering others to follow in his footsteps.

Note: About 50 minutes into the episode, the microphone’s SD card filled up, and we had to switch to the camera’s audio. Hope this doesn’t impact your listening experience too much!

Thanks for listening!!

Much love,

Farah Amber

Time stamps:

00:00 — Introduction

02:20 — Introduction by Kuntal

07:44 — Kuntal’s Vegan Journey

25:35 — Kuntal’s Vegan Climb on Mount Everest

40:06 — Nepal Earthquake Avalanche

50:28 — Second Attempt to Climb Mount Everest

58:00 — Creating the First Animal-Free Climbing Suit for Mount Everest

1:05:00 — Tips for Adopting a Vegan Lifestyle in India

1:12:30 — Final Thoughts & Conclusion

Watch the podcast on Youtube here: https://youtu.be/IoHw7h9H9wU

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⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/itsfarahamber

Connect with Kuntal:

https://www.instagram.com/kuntalj

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farah@farahamber.com

In this episode, we’re joined by Ritv Kapoor, a dedicated vegan entrepreneur from India. Ritv is the founder of "People of Tomorrow," an exceptional vegan restaurant in New Delhi that originally started as a sustainable living platform. His commitment to sustainability and veganism shines through his innovative business approaches and community-focused efforts.

Ritv shares his vegan journey, discusses the evolution and challenges of running a vegan restaurant in India, and provides insights into the booming vegan scene in New Delhi. He elaborates on the unique sustainability practices at his restaurant and the importance of making vegan food appealing to non-vegans.

Tune in to learn about Ritv's experiences in the restaurant industry, his innovative sustainability practices, and his vision for the future of veganism in India.

Thanks for listening!!

Much love,

Farah Amber

Time stamps:

00:00 — Introduction

04:52 — Start of People of Tomorrow

06:40 — Ritv’s Vegan Journey

08:53 — All About People of Tomorrow

15:53 — Sustainability Practices at People of Tomorrow

18:37 — Veganism & India

22:06 — Marketing Vegan Food to Non-Vegans

27:45 — POT food and recipes

30:32 — Advice for Aspiring Vegan Entrepreneurs

32:38 — Challenges in the Vegan Restaurant Business

36:27 — What’s Next for Ritv & POT

43:05 — Final Message & Conclusion

Watch the podcast on Youtube here.

Connect with me: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/itsfarahamber

Connect with Ritv:

https://www.instagram.com/ritvkapoor

https://www.instagram.com/peopleoftomorow/

https://www.instagram.com/peopleoftomorow2.0/

More links:⁠⁠https://hoo.be/farahvegan⁠⁠

Contact me: farah@farahamber.com

In this episode, we’re joined by Shreya Ghodawat, an influential sustainability advocate, entrepreneur, and climate activist from India. Shreya hosts the podcast “Sustainable Tea with Shreya,” where she delves into climate action and sustainability with various thought leaders and experts. She is the co-founder of “Meat Less Meet More,” an initiative focusing on luxury plant-based networking events in India, and serves as the India Ambassador for SHE Changes Climate, promoting the role of gender in climate discussions.

Shreya shares her inspiring vegan journey, offers insights on sustainability in India, and recounts her experiences at COP28. She discusses the importance of making sustainability accessible, the concept of a de-influencer economy, and the critical role of gender in climate action.

Tune in to gain valuable tips on living a more sustainable lifestyle and to hear about Shreya's inspiring work, including her initiatives like "Meat Less Meet More" and her podcast "Sustainable Tea with Shreya.

Thanks for listening!!

Much love,

Farah Amber

Time stamps:

00:00 — Introduction

05:20 — Shreya’s Vegan Journey

13:26 — Veganism in India

17:25 — Sustainability in India

19:58 — On Being More Sustainable

22:47 — Shreya’s Experience at COP28

27:28 — Making Sustainability Cool / De-Influencing Economy

33:05 — Earth Overshoot Day

35:09 — Gender and Climate / She Changes Climate

40:22 — What’s Next for Shreya

42:07 — Final Message & Conclusion

Watch the podcast on Youtube here: https://youtu.be/BbNQHocD0nY

Listen to the podcast here:

https://open.spotify.com/show/6AcLaofzDZ6uMJNstfnGYX

https://podcasts.apple.com/nl/podcast/changemakers/id1647956676

Connect with me:

⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/itsfarahamber

Connect with Shreya:

https://www.instagram.com/shreyaghodawat

https://www.instagram.com/sustainableteawithshreya

More links: ⁠⁠https://hoo.be/farahvegan⁠⁠

Contact me: farah@farahamber.com