What if food could become a way to reconnect with ourselves, our cultures, and the people around us?

In episode 14 of The Unknown Tribe, Sunshine Zerda, a wellness advocate and passionate voice for conscious living, joins us as guest host to welcome Lloyd Rose, bestselling cookbook author, plant-based food creator, and international retreat leader, for a conversation about the deeper connections between food, nature, community, and conscious living.

Drawing from his Jamaican roots and experiences around the world, Lloyd shares how his childhood curiosity for cooking evolved into a passion for bringing people together through food. From Caribbean flavors and open-fire cooking to the importance of slowing down, they explore how everyday rituals can create space for creativity, balance, and meaningful connection.

Together, Sunshine and Lloyd reflect on the power of community, the importance of caring for our inner well-being, and how reconnecting with nature can inspire a more intentional way of living.

At Palmaïa - The House of AïA, these conversations reflect our belief that wellness begins with awareness and grows through connection.

In this episode:

- Lloyd's Caribbean roots and passion for plant-based cooking
- Food as a connection to culture and community
- The creative process behind Crazy Good Vegan and Island Vegan
- Cooking as a therapeutic and meditative practice
- Finding balance through everyday rituals
- Nature, travel, and the importance of disconnecting
- Creating meaningful experiences through food and retreats

Connect with Lloyd Rose:

🌿 Website: https://www.lloydrose.com
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lloyd.rose/
📚 Books: Crazy Good Vegan and Island Vegan

Connect with Sunshine Zerda:

📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sunshinezerda/

Discover Palmaïa - The House of AïA:

🌿 Website: https://thehouseofaia.com
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehouseofaia/
▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thehouseofaia

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What does it really mean to nourish ourselves?

In this episode of The Unknown Tribe, Alex sits down with Michaela Vais, creator of ElaVegan, to talk about the journey from healing through food to building one of the world's most loved plant-based recipe communities.

Together they explore:
• How food became her path to healing
• Why clean ingredients matter more than trends
• The evolution of plant-based eating
• Creating recipes that everyone can enjoy, not just vegans
• Building a global community through authentic content
• Why compassion belongs at the center of every meal

Whether you're plant-based, plant-curious, or simply passionate about great food, this conversation is filled with thoughtful insights and practical inspiration.

Learn more about Michaela (ElaVegan):
🌿 Website: https://elavegan.com/
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elavegan/
▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ElaVegan
📌 Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/elavegan/

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In this episode of The Unknown Tribe, Alex Ferri sits down with cookbook author and entrepreneur Charity Morgan to explore the deeper layers behind food, performance, and conscious choice.

What began as a personal experiment to support her NFL husband’s performance evolved into a movement that challenged assumptions about protein, strength, and what it truly means to eat well. From locker rooms to The Game Changers documentary, Charity shares how creativity, faith, and intuition transformed her kitchen into something far greater than a meal plan.

Together, they explore:

• The intersection of performance and plant-based nutrition
• Why balance matters more than labels
• The difference between vegan identity and conscious eating
• Protein myths and the power of fiber
• Food as compassion, culture, and connection
• Raising awareness without shame or dogma

This conversation moves beyond trends. It is about listening to your body, honoring culture without rigidity, and understanding that real change often begins quietly, in your own kitchen.

Discover more about Charity Morgan:

Cookbook: Unbelievably Vegan
Instagram: @charitymorgan
Website: charitymorgan.com

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