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Consciously Eating Event

julie@thegirlsgonegreen.com (The Girls Gone Green) — Sat, 12 Mar 2011 15:56:00 -0500

Last month Poppy Love Smoke hosted an event in Jacksonville called CONSCIOUSLY EATING. It was a great event put on by Felicia Toliver, check it out and we hope to see you at the next one.

The Girls Gone Green started off as an AM radio show in Orlando, Florida shedding light on many dark animal and environmental issues. Our goal was to highlight various topics in a fun, yet informative way. It was described as a "pull no punches, no holds-barred radio show" giving a voice to the voiceless. The weekly podcast returns covering all the latest news, happenings and action alerts. Tune in every week as we "Get Dirty" by digging our hands in the proverbial dirt to uncover what lies beneath the headlines.

Vegan Outreach

julie@thegirlsgonegreen.com (The Girls Gone Green) — Sat, 19 Feb 2011 12:24:00 -0500

Matt Ball, co-founder of Vegan Outreach chats with The Girls Gone Green about how a group started by two people has been able to hand out MILLIONS of booklets to people across the country. An...

The Girls Gone Green started off as an AM radio show in Orlando, Florida shedding light on many dark animal and environmental issues. Our goal was to highlight various topics in a fun, yet informative way. It was described as a "pull no punches, no holds-barred radio show" giving a voice to the voiceless. The weekly podcast returns covering all the latest news, happenings and action alerts. Tune in every week as we "Get Dirty" by digging our hands in the proverbial dirt to uncover what lies beneath the headlines.

No Meat March

julie@thegirlsgonegreen.com (The Girls Gone Green) — Sun, 06 Feb 2011 23:31:00 -0500

Keith Marks from Ananda Kula sits down to discuss No Meat March, meditation and the importance of building a strong community. Keith has spent the past 10 years traveling through...

The Girls Gone Green started off as an AM radio show in Orlando, Florida shedding light on many dark animal and environmental issues. Our goal was to highlight various topics in a fun, yet informative way. It was described as a "pull no punches, no holds-barred radio show" giving a voice to the voiceless. The weekly podcast returns covering all the latest news, happenings and action alerts. Tune in every week as we "Get Dirty" by digging our hands in the proverbial dirt to uncover what lies beneath the headlines.

Dolphin Slaughter in Japan

julie@thegirlsgonegreen.com (The Girls Gone Green) — Fri, 21 Jan 2011 22:58:00 -0500

The Girls Gone Green sit down with Kenrose to discuss her recent trip to Taiji, Japan where an unpublicized annual event happens from early September to March. Each year, the fishermen and local...

The Girls Gone Green started off as an AM radio show in Orlando, Florida shedding light on many dark animal and environmental issues. Our goal was to highlight various topics in a fun, yet informative way. It was described as a "pull no punches, no holds-barred radio show" giving a voice to the voiceless. The weekly podcast returns covering all the latest news, happenings and action alerts. Tune in every week as we "Get Dirty" by digging our hands in the proverbial dirt to uncover what lies beneath the headlines.

Gone Vegan Days 10&11 - Mike ate all my stir-fry!

julie@thegirlsgonegreen.com (The Girls Gone Green) — Thu, 11 Nov 2010 13:04:00 -0500

Warning: the food in these photos are more delicious than they appear. I think Wednesday's dinner was my favorite so far, well maybe. Or at least tied with the sweet potato and black bean...

The Girls Gone Green started off as an AM radio show in Orlando, Florida shedding light on many dark animal and environmental issues. Our goal was to highlight various topics in a fun, yet informative way. It was described as a "pull no punches, no holds-barred radio show" giving a voice to the voiceless. The weekly podcast returns covering all the latest news, happenings and action alerts. Tune in every week as we "Get Dirty" by digging our hands in the proverbial dirt to uncover what lies beneath the headlines.

Gone Vegan Day 9 - All beer is not created equal

julie@thegirlsgonegreen.com (The Girls Gone Green) — Tue, 09 Nov 2010 10:35:00 -0500

So I've been hearing that some beer is not vegan. So I did a little hunting and found a database: Barnivor with info about which beer, wine and liquor that are not vegan-friendly. Among the NOT vegan...

The Girls Gone Green started off as an AM radio show in Orlando, Florida shedding light on many dark animal and environmental issues. Our goal was to highlight various topics in a fun, yet informative way. It was described as a "pull no punches, no holds-barred radio show" giving a voice to the voiceless. The weekly podcast returns covering all the latest news, happenings and action alerts. Tune in every week as we "Get Dirty" by digging our hands in the proverbial dirt to uncover what lies beneath the headlines.

Gone Vegan Days 6, 7 & 8 - Spicy mama!

julie@thegirlsgonegreen.com (The Girls Gone Green) — Tue, 09 Nov 2010 04:21:00 -0500

Its crazy how much less food my body actually needs compared to the amount I've been giving it. I only eat when I'm hungry now, which is what I should have been doing all along, and found that I was...

The Girls Gone Green started off as an AM radio show in Orlando, Florida shedding light on many dark animal and environmental issues. Our goal was to highlight various topics in a fun, yet informative way. It was described as a "pull no punches, no holds-barred radio show" giving a voice to the voiceless. The weekly podcast returns covering all the latest news, happenings and action alerts. Tune in every week as we "Get Dirty" by digging our hands in the proverbial dirt to uncover what lies beneath the headlines.

Gone Vegan Day 5 - Super Supper

julie@thegirlsgonegreen.com (The Girls Gone Green) — Fri, 05 Nov 2010 13:38:00 -0400

Unfortunately, I forgot my camera in the office, so didn't take a picture of breakfast. And it's probably for the better, if you saw it you might drool all the saliva in you mouth onto your computer...

The Girls Gone Green started off as an AM radio show in Orlando, Florida shedding light on many dark animal and environmental issues. Our goal was to highlight various topics in a fun, yet informative way. It was described as a "pull no punches, no holds-barred radio show" giving a voice to the voiceless. The weekly podcast returns covering all the latest news, happenings and action alerts. Tune in every week as we "Get Dirty" by digging our hands in the proverbial dirt to uncover what lies beneath the headlines.

Gone Vegan Day 4 - Tell me you don't want to eat this.

julie@thegirlsgonegreen.com (The Girls Gone Green) — Thu, 04 Nov 2010 10:53:00 -0400

I had breakfast at home today and brought lunch and snacks. I prepared the salad and snacks while the potatoes (for lunch) were baking. I'd say preparing all the food and packing it up took about 45...

The Girls Gone Green started off as an AM radio show in Orlando, Florida shedding light on many dark animal and environmental issues. Our goal was to highlight various topics in a fun, yet informative way. It was described as a "pull no punches, no holds-barred radio show" giving a voice to the voiceless. The weekly podcast returns covering all the latest news, happenings and action alerts. Tune in every week as we "Get Dirty" by digging our hands in the proverbial dirt to uncover what lies beneath the headlines.

Gone Vegan Day 3 - Mmmm sausage!

julie@thegirlsgonegreen.com (The Girls Gone Green) — Wed, 03 Nov 2010 18:59:00 -0400

Today's tasty menu: Breakfast: An amazing smoothie 1 1/2 cups frozen tropical fruit mix A splash of OJ About a cup of vanilla silk Lunch: A gooey veggie sammich and some cinnamon-sprinkled...

The Girls Gone Green started off as an AM radio show in Orlando, Florida shedding light on many dark animal and environmental issues. Our goal was to highlight various topics in a fun, yet informative way. It was described as a "pull no punches, no holds-barred radio show" giving a voice to the voiceless. The weekly podcast returns covering all the latest news, happenings and action alerts. Tune in every week as we "Get Dirty" by digging our hands in the proverbial dirt to uncover what lies beneath the headlines.

Gone Vegan Day 3 - There's no such thing as a vegan.

julie@thegirlsgonegreen.com (The Girls Gone Green) — Wed, 03 Nov 2010 16:49:00 -0400

What do you think about this? Is it true?

The Girls Gone Green started off as an AM radio show in Orlando, Florida shedding light on many dark animal and environmental issues. Our goal was to highlight various topics in a fun, yet informative way. It was described as a "pull no punches, no holds-barred radio show" giving a voice to the voiceless. The weekly podcast returns covering all the latest news, happenings and action alerts. Tune in every week as we "Get Dirty" by digging our hands in the proverbial dirt to uncover what lies beneath the headlines.

Gone Vegan - Day 2 - I'm HUNGRY!

julie@thegirlsgonegreen.com (The Girls Gone Green) — Tue, 02 Nov 2010 18:42:00 -0400

But that's my fault... I didn't plan my meals out. I did however have a super shopping experience with Katie! She is a nutrition major and insanely helpful. We spent about an hour in Publix, going up...

The Girls Gone Green started off as an AM radio show in Orlando, Florida shedding light on many dark animal and environmental issues. Our goal was to highlight various topics in a fun, yet informative way. It was described as a "pull no punches, no holds-barred radio show" giving a voice to the voiceless. The weekly podcast returns covering all the latest news, happenings and action alerts. Tune in every week as we "Get Dirty" by digging our hands in the proverbial dirt to uncover what lies beneath the headlines.

Gone Vegan Day 1 - Ranch dressing recall

julie@thegirlsgonegreen.com (The Girls Gone Green) — Tue, 02 Nov 2010 06:09:00 -0400

So I took a little (OK, medium) hiatus. I had a lot of traveling to do and didn't quite get to experiment between flights and road trips. But I'm back and excited to get these vegan weeks underway....

The Girls Gone Green started off as an AM radio show in Orlando, Florida shedding light on many dark animal and environmental issues. Our goal was to highlight various topics in a fun, yet informative way. It was described as a "pull no punches, no holds-barred radio show" giving a voice to the voiceless. The weekly podcast returns covering all the latest news, happenings and action alerts. Tune in every week as we "Get Dirty" by digging our hands in the proverbial dirt to uncover what lies beneath the headlines.

Diva Cup Days 1-7 - Caution: Not for the close-minded

julie@thegirlsgonegreen.com (The Girls Gone Green) — Sun, 17 Oct 2010 13:41:00 -0400

So I never really gave closure to my toiletry free week, so I'll just sum it up in a string of words: hair got worse, I got angry, used shampoo and conditioner Friday night, no...

The Girls Gone Green started off as an AM radio show in Orlando, Florida shedding light on many dark animal and environmental issues. Our goal was to highlight various topics in a fun, yet informative way. It was described as a "pull no punches, no holds-barred radio show" giving a voice to the voiceless. The weekly podcast returns covering all the latest news, happenings and action alerts. Tune in every week as we "Get Dirty" by digging our hands in the proverbial dirt to uncover what lies beneath the headlines.

Toiletry Free Days 9-11 - Pour some sugar on me!

julie@thegirlsgonegreen.com (The Girls Gone Green) — Thu, 07 Oct 2010 18:29:00 -0400

Well, I never took the time to make soap. The idea was the only good part about it. I have been taking fewer showers and half the time I used no products at all. But I'm not gonna lie, my hair gets...

The Girls Gone Green started off as an AM radio show in Orlando, Florida shedding light on many dark animal and environmental issues. Our goal was to highlight various topics in a fun, yet informative way. It was described as a "pull no punches, no holds-barred radio show" giving a voice to the voiceless. The weekly podcast returns covering all the latest news, happenings and action alerts. Tune in every week as we "Get Dirty" by digging our hands in the proverbial dirt to uncover what lies beneath the headlines.

Toiletry Free Day 8 - Chlorine Queen

julie@thegirlsgonegreen.com (The Girls Gone Green) — Mon, 04 Oct 2010 18:18:00 -0400

I went swimming today, does that count as cheating? Figured with all those chemicals I didn't need to use the baking soda. I rinsed for a long time and saturated with the ACV (Apple Cider Vinegar......

The Girls Gone Green started off as an AM radio show in Orlando, Florida shedding light on many dark animal and environmental issues. Our goal was to highlight various topics in a fun, yet informative way. It was described as a "pull no punches, no holds-barred radio show" giving a voice to the voiceless. The weekly podcast returns covering all the latest news, happenings and action alerts. Tune in every week as we "Get Dirty" by digging our hands in the proverbial dirt to uncover what lies beneath the headlines.

Toiletry Free Days 6 & 7 - To be continued...

julie@thegirlsgonegreen.com (The Girls Gone Green) — Mon, 04 Oct 2010 04:26:00 -0400

Why does the one thing that actually work have to make me gag? I finally splurged and bought a bottle of Apple Cider Vinegar ($1.99) from Publix. I filled a small spray bottle with it and after...

The Girls Gone Green started off as an AM radio show in Orlando, Florida shedding light on many dark animal and environmental issues. Our goal was to highlight various topics in a fun, yet informative way. It was described as a "pull no punches, no holds-barred radio show" giving a voice to the voiceless. The weekly podcast returns covering all the latest news, happenings and action alerts. Tune in every week as we "Get Dirty" by digging our hands in the proverbial dirt to uncover what lies beneath the headlines.

Toiletry Free Days 4 & 5 - I was a dirty girl

julie@thegirlsgonegreen.com (The Girls Gone Green) — Fri, 01 Oct 2010 20:17:00 -0400

So Thursday I didn't use any products. I did a 20 mile bike ride with Mike then went to Hatha Yoga at school, boy did I smell! But I figured it was excusable since I was wearing workouts clothes and...

The Girls Gone Green started off as an AM radio show in Orlando, Florida shedding light on many dark animal and environmental issues. Our goal was to highlight various topics in a fun, yet informative way. It was described as a "pull no punches, no holds-barred radio show" giving a voice to the voiceless. The weekly podcast returns covering all the latest news, happenings and action alerts. Tune in every week as we "Get Dirty" by digging our hands in the proverbial dirt to uncover what lies beneath the headlines.

Toiletry Free Day 3 contd. - Dirty French Maids

julie@thegirlsgonegreen.com (The Girls Gone Green) — Wed, 29 Sep 2010 18:04:00 -0400

I mean braids... My hair never really dried after that egg potion. It felt good going in, I used some baking soda/water mix with hopes of getting the honey out (not sure if it actually worked) then...

The Girls Gone Green started off as an AM radio show in Orlando, Florida shedding light on many dark animal and environmental issues. Our goal was to highlight various topics in a fun, yet informative way. It was described as a "pull no punches, no holds-barred radio show" giving a voice to the voiceless. The weekly podcast returns covering all the latest news, happenings and action alerts. Tune in every week as we "Get Dirty" by digging our hands in the proverbial dirt to uncover what lies beneath the headlines.

Toiletry Free Days 1-3 - Powdered pits and sticky locks

julie@thegirlsgonegreen.com (The Girls Gone Green) — Wed, 29 Sep 2010 07:04:00 -0400

So the idea is to eliminate all toiletry products: shampoo, conditioner, face/body wash, toothpaste and deodorant with more natural products commonly found around the house. Monday during the day I...

The Girls Gone Green started off as an AM radio show in Orlando, Florida shedding light on many dark animal and environmental issues. Our goal was to highlight various topics in a fun, yet informative way. It was described as a "pull no punches, no holds-barred radio show" giving a voice to the voiceless. The weekly podcast returns covering all the latest news, happenings and action alerts. Tune in every week as we "Get Dirty" by digging our hands in the proverbial dirt to uncover what lies beneath the headlines.