Colleen Patrick-Goudreau (born March 8, 1970 in Westfield, New Jersey) is an American author, speaker,[1][2] cultural commentator, and podcaster. Patrick-Goudreau advocates veganism as a means by which to prevent cruelty to animals.[3]
Colleen Patrick-Goudreau
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Colleen Patrick-Goudreau with rescued dairy steer at Farm Sanctuary
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| Born | (1970-03-08) March 8, 1970 (age 54) |
| Occupation(s) | American author, speaker, and podcaster |
Patrick-Goudreau has written several books. The Vegan Table: 200 Unforgettable Recipes for Entertaining was called "attractive" by Library Journal who also wrote, "Her sophisticated but mostly uncomplicated recipes will appeal to nonvegans and vegans alike."[4] Her book Color Me Vegan uses contrasting colors in many of the recipes.[5] Her book The 30-Day Vegan Challenge includes recipes and a "crash course in veganism," according to Bust.[6] The book also addresses the health benefits of being a vegan.[7] The 30-Day Vegan Challenge helps dispel the myth that veganism is about "deprivation and limitations," according to the Oregonian.[8]
In 2005, Patrick-Goudreau founded the podcast Food for Thought which has been voted "Favorite Podcast" by readers of VegNews for several consecutive years.[9][10] She has another podcast called ANIMALOGY, which examines the animal-related words and expressions we use and what they say about the relationship between human and non-human animals.[11] Patrick-Goudreau is also a contributor to NPR.[12] She was featured on Vegan Mashup, a show produced for PBS.[13] Patrick-Goudreau has appeared on national and regional TV programs, including CBS with Good Day Sacramento, and FOX where she has shared her expertise and recipes.[14]
