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Jason Kartalian
Vegan Hacks
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    My Seitan Video Went Viral, Here's What 5,000+ Comments Taught Me

    07/31/2026 | 21 mins.
    My seitan (aka "homemade meat") video just crossed 2.7 million views on TikTok and gained me over 25,000 new followers but it also brought in over 5,000 comments, and a solid 60-70% of them were... not kind.
    In this episode, I'm reading through some of the funniest, most confused, most surprisingly thoughtful, and most unhinged comments I got — from people convinced I invented bread, to a self-proclaimed chemistry professor explaining gluten formation, to meat-eaters defending seitan harder than some vegans. I talk about why seitan (a 1500+ year-old Buddhist monk creation) is having a viral moment again, the flour-wash method vs. vital wheat gluten debate, and what it's like watching your food go in front of an audience that has zero context for what they're looking at.
    Also: why I think the haters might actually be part of the movement.
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    Indian Cuisine, Veganism & Finding Your Community | Mohana Holloway

    07/24/2026 | 34 mins.
    Follow Mohana on IG @veganmomo_ 

    In this episode of Vegan Hacks, I sit down with Mohana Holloway to explore how her Indian heritage shaped her journey to veganism, why learning to cook is one of the most powerful skills for any vegan, and how culture has influenced plant-based eating for generations.
    We dive into naturally vegan Indian dishes, underrated spices everyone should have in their pantry, dorm-room cooking hacks, vegan travel, finding community in unexpected places like Phoenix, Arizona, and why respecting the cultural roots of plant-based food matters more than ever.
    Along the way, Mohana shares her favorite vegan restaurants, her famous air-fried Oreo recipe, stories from growing up in a multicultural household, and practical advice for staying vegan for the long haul.
    Whether you're new to veganism or have been plant-based for years, this conversation is packed with inspiration, delicious food, and thoughtful discussion about where vegan cuisine came from and where it's headed next.
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    The Vegas Vegan Food Scene Is Better Than You Think

    07/10/2026 | 29 mins.
    I just got back from Las Vegas, and I'm sharing my favorite vegan food experiences from hidden local gems to restaurants that completely exceeded my expectations.
    In this episode I talk about incredible spots like Chef Kenny's, Earthly, Tacotarian, Daikon Sushi, Tarantino's, Crossroads, and the all-you-can-eat vegan Korean BBQ experience at Master Kim's. I also explain why I think some of the best vegan food in Vegas is found away from the Strip.
    In the second half of the episode, I respond to some recurring social media debates, including:
    • Is sugar vegan?
    • What does "may contain milk" really mean?
    • Where's the line between appreciating and appropriating food cultures?
    • How I approach vegan content while trying to honor the cuisines and creators who inspire me.
    Whether you're planning a trip to Las Vegas, looking for your next great vegan meal, or interested in thoughtful conversations about vegan food culture, I hope you enjoy the episode.
    If you like the podcast, don't forget to subscribe, leave a comment, and let me know what topic you'd like me to cover next!
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    Bitcoin Is Vegan? Ethan Turer Makes the Case

    06/26/2026 | 33 mins.
    Can Bitcoin align with vegan values? Or are the two worlds completely incompatible?
    In this episode, I sit down with Ethan Turer, author of the upcoming book Bitcoin Is Vegan, to explore one of the most unexpected conversations we've had on the podcast.
    We discuss:
     Why Ethan believes Bitcoin and veganism share the same ethical foundations. 
     Whether Bitcoin mining is really bad for the environment. 
     Government subsidies for animal agriculture. 
     The idea of "economic veganism" and voting with your dollar. 
     The relationship between Bitcoin, AI, and the future of money. 
     Ethical investing, the stock market, and financial independence. 
     Why this conversation is likely to challenge both vegans and Bitcoin enthusiasts. 
    Whether you're a longtime Bitcoiner, completely skeptical, or just curious, this episode is about exploring ideas—not telling you what to believe.
    This podcast is not financial advice. Always do your own research before making any investment decisions.
    If you enjoy conversations about veganism, ethics, food, culture, and the future, subscribe and let us know in the comments:
    Can Bitcoin really be considered vegan?
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    Do You Freeze Your Tofu?

    06/19/2026 | 23 mins.
    Jason made a video comparing fresh vs frozen tofu and realized that so many people have so many various ways preparing tofu!  We discuss in this podcast
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About Vegan Hacks
Veganize your life with this funny and informative podcast about eating plant-based in this modern world. Vegan Hacks offers reviews of veganized chain restaurants, interviews with vegan influencers, discussions of vegan products and inspiring conversation about the future of plant-based diet.
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