What if changing the world started with a single meal? In this episode, Naomi Hallum sits down with Chef Supreme Dow, a lifelong vegan, military veteran, and community leader whose mission is to make plant-based food accessible to all. From cooking meals for fellow soldiers in the military to breaking a Guinness World Record for serving the most vegan meals in under an hour, Supreme has dedicated his life to nourishing both bodies and minds.As a father of six, he shares his unique parenting philosophy, his experience raising both vegan and non-vegan children, and how he approaches food as a tool for education, empowerment, and change. His story is a powerful reminder that great food, shared with love, has the potential to bring people together and challenge long-standing misconceptions about veganism.Key TakeawaysParenting with Flexibility & LeadershipRaising six children across different life stages, from toddlers to adultsWhy he chose to raise two of his kids vegan while letting the others decide for themselvesHow leading by example, not force, has helped his kids respect and understand veganismA Lifelong Vegan PerspectiveGrowing up vegan in a Black community in Philadelphia before "vegan" was mainstreamThe historical and cultural roots of plant-based eating and why it’s not just a modern trendBreaking stereotypes—veganism isn’t just for one type of person, culture, or backgroundCooking in the Military & Feeding CommunitiesHow Supreme Dow cooked plant-based meals for soldiers during deploymentTransitioning from military service to feeding unhoused individuals in Los AngelesWhy food justice is crucial and how he’s making nutritious vegan meals more accessibleHow to Inspire Others Without PreachingThe importance of leading with understanding, not judgmentHow to introduce kids (and adults) to vegan food in a way they’ll enjoyWhy good food is the best form of activism—if it tastes good, people will eat itChef Supreme’s Must-Try Vegan DishesBuffalo Fried “Chicken”Vegan Lobster RollMac & Cheese (the kids’ favorite)The secret to making plant-based meals taste just as good (or better) than the originalResources MentionedChef Supreme Dow’s Website & Work: [Chef Supreme’s Work & Initiatives: The Harvest Academy ClubTime-Stamps & Key Topics01:08 – Meet Chef Supreme: His background, family, and journey into veganism02:31 – Parenting Journey: Raising six kids with different dietary choices05:11 – Vegan Lifestyle and Philosophy: Growing up vegan and breaking stereotypes10:59 – Cooking and Military Experience: Feeding soldiers and transitioning into community work14:13 – Challenges and Advice: Handling social resistance to veganism and making plant-based food accessible29:28 – Conclusion and Final Thoughts: "If you want people to go vegan, make the food taste good"Join the ConversationHave questions about vegan parenting? Drop us a comment.Suggestions for future guests? Send us a DM on Instagram.Like, subscribe, and leave a review—it helps us grow.

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