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Our 200th Episode from 2022-04-11T07:00

Looking back over 200 episodes of the podcast and sharing what’s to come in the future. Even though the podcast is taking a hiatus while we regroup and make it accessible, we won’t be gone forev...

Misleading Influencer Strategies from 2022-04-04T16:00

Saying the thing that no one wants to hear: there's no guaranteed growth strategy on social media. It's different for every creator, every platform, and every audience. Let's talk about some thi...

The Magic of Food Animation in Bao and Turning Red from 2022-03-28T06:00

There's just something uniquely enticing about the way food is portrayed in animated films. The short film Bao and feature film Turning Red both feature prime examples of how good food can look ...

What Happens When a Vegan is on Survivor? from 2022-03-22T06:00

If you were stranded on a desert island, would you eat something non-vegan? That scenario is no longer hypothetical for one vegan contestant on the latest season of Survivor. Vegans in reality t...

Why Are Vegan Ads Getting So Cringey? from 2022-02-28T23:00

There seems to be a trend in vegan marketing that's getting more common- cringe. After Oatly made a song, Sol Cuisine decided to make a song about cauliflower. Then THIS in the UK said hold my b...

Vegan Parenting and Food Neutrality with Tory Halpin from 2022-02-21T08:00

Have you ever wondered what it's like raising vegan children? How about raising two under the age of three? Tory Halpin is doing just that! With the help of research-based parenting tips and a b...

Butter Makes Everything Better: Lessons from Julie & Julia from 2022-02-15T04:00

Some of our favourite cooking advice comes from Julia Child- butter and fearlessness in the kitchen are key! We watch the movie Julie & Julia to learn about the history of Julia Child and th...

Oatly is in Crisis from 2022-02-07T07:00

Catching up on vegan news including another questionable marketing move from Oatly, vegan babybels and laughing cow, IKEA's 3D-printed meatballs and supporting vegan bakery Southern Roots.

How Are Influencers Influencing Our Food Choices? from 2022-01-31T09:00

Trigger warning: discussions of eating habits and dieting.

Are influencers making us all want to eat fast food? According to one article, they are. Turns out the real problem is actually ...

The Vegan Movie You Should Never Watch from 2022-01-25T04:25:42

We watched Simon Amstell's mockumentary Carnage so you don't have to. We'll tell you the good parts, so you don't have to sit through the triggering and graphic parts.

Pinterest's Trend Predictions for 2022 from 2022-01-17T21:55:38

Pinterest thinks it knows what will be trendy in 2022, so we're exploring the list. From bedazzled food to gothic aesthetics, we might be in for another wild year!

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What Not To Do For Veganuary from 2022-01-10T22:58:31

Vegnuary is all about going vegan for the month of January, but what happens after that? Instead of going all in for 31 days, we're proposing a more sustainable approach to going vegan that's al...

Our Favourite Things of 2021 from 2021-12-13T07:00

We're wrapping up the year with our favourite recipes, videos, podcasts, and things that brought us joy. We'll be back in January for another year of food, cooking, and fun!

What's happening to food on TikTok? from 2021-12-06T07:00

What does a food video need to do well on TikTok? Turns out it's a combination of creativity, authenticity and appearing perfectly amateur. Inspired by Dan Pashman on The Sporkful and his quest ...

Okja's Commentary on Factory Farming from 2021-11-30T00:00

We're reviewing the heartbreaking movie Okja and what it says about the farming industry, consumerism, and people's perceptions of animals.

A Gift Guide for Foodies from 2021-11-22T07:00

From DIY meal kits, to artisanal chocolates and many treats in between, we're going through our lists of gift ideas for all the foodies in your life and sharing some small businesses to help sup...

What's Marketing Got To Do With Our Food? from 2021-11-15T07:00

Which came first, the marketing or the product? The answer might not be as clear cut as you'd expect. Marketing is in just about everything, especially our food, but it doesn't have to be feared...

What Denny's should add to their vegan menu from 2021-11-08T07:00

Denny's seems to be vaguely hinting at some plant-based menu plans... We're catching up on the latest vegan news including Starbucks holiday drinks, vegan chocolate and nutella, more vegan chick...

What do people really think about vegans? from 2021-11-01T06:00

As we considered common perceptions people have about vegans, we ended up examining our choices as vegans and what they mean for being imperfect vegans who hang out in the 'grey' area. 

What Happens When We Become Too Obsessed with Stuff? from 2021-10-25T16:03:24

In honour of spooky season, we're reviewing Larry Cohen's The Stuff. What did we learn? The scariest thing we should all fear is...consumerism! 

Changing Our YouTube Videos After 5 Years from 2021-10-18T06:00

A few months ago, we made the first changes to our YouTube content and schedule since we started our channel five years ago. We're taking some time to talk about how those changes are going and ...

What's the difference between a celebrity and an influencer? from 2021-10-12T00:28:29

This is not a riddle, these days it's a genuine question. As influencers continue to rise in popularity and impact, the reasons why they're treated differently than "traditional" Hollywood celeb...

Remixing Thanksgiving from 2021-10-05T02:00

We're taking everyone's favourite flavours from Thanksgiving and remixing them in some fun new ways. Would you try a Thanksgiving brunch?

The Recipes and Chefs Who Taught Us To Love Food from 2021-09-27T06:00

We look back on the influential and inspiration recipes, cookbooks, chefs, and foodies who taught us how to cook and appreciate good food.

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How Much Is Instagram Hurting Our Mental Health? from 2021-09-20T06:00

After new research was released about the impact of Instagram on the mental health of teenage girls, we're asking what needs to be done to protect ourselves and others from the influence of soci...

Vegan Chicken Is Finally Taking Over from 2021-09-13T06:00

So many vegan chicken products are taking over the news and we're here for it! There's also McDonald's debut of their McPlant and Hershey's accidental early preview of their oat milk vegan choco...

They're Putting Cow DNA in Vegan Ice Cream?! from 2021-09-06T06:00

Is using cow DNA to make vegan ice cream, still considered vegan? A new milk protein product made possible with the help of cow DNA has hit the market and we're wondering why.

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Iconic Food Trends Through the Years from 2021-08-30T06:00

We've talked about how strange the food trends are these days, but what about food trends in the past? In the 60s or 70s? Turns out there's always been some questionable food choices, but also s...

Chocolat and Feminism from 2021-08-16T06:00

We're reviewing the film Chocolat and even though it leaves you wanting so much chocolate, it's actually the strong female characters that make it one of our favourite food themed movies.

Creating Our Dream Food Truck from 2021-08-09T06:00

Time for some in-depth daydreaming as we plan out the concept for our own vegan food truck.

What Makes You Watch a YouTube Video? from 2021-08-02T20:00

Why do you watch the videos you do? Inspired by an episode of the Colin and Samir show, we discuss the differences between 'idea' based creators and 'relationship' based creators, and what that ...

What Vegan Foods Do Non-Vegans Like? from 2021-07-26T06:00

We ask our non-vegan families what vegan meals or foods are their favourites to help us determine what options make good starting points for people who are looking to add some vegan meals into t...

Should You Go Vegan for Love? from 2021-07-19T06:00

Spoiler alert: a relationship won't be better or worse because of veganism. We unpack an article about a woman who tried to go vegan for a guy she liked and ended up not liking veganism and the ...

Is Lab Grown Meat the Future? from 2021-07-12T06:00

Lab grown meat might be paraded as the answer to the planet's future, but is it really? We discuss how the growth of lab grown meats could impact vegans, non-vegans, and the environment.  Listen

Can you be vegan, but eat cheese socially? from 2021-07-05T06:00

Exploring what it really means to be vegan, why these labels don't really matter, and how the future of veganism will probably include mostly imperfect vegans.

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A Battle Between the Art of Cooking and Business of a Restaurant from 2021-06-28T06:00

We're watching the movie Big Night and discussing the friction that can happen when business decisions clash with the art and expression of the food being cooked by the chef in a restaurant.

The Nuggs Collab Gone Wrong from 2021-06-21T06:00

We're catching up on some vegan news, including the recent story of how vegan influencer Derrick Downey Jr. was unfairly compensated for his work for vegan chick'n brand Nuggs.

Is ice cream a dessert? from 2021-06-14T06:00

Diving into the dessert discourse and if that’s not already a thing, we’re making it a thing. We’re ranking all the types of desserts from best to worst and rethinking our relationships with ice...

Does pineapple belong on pizza? from 2021-06-07T06:00

Do you think pineapple belongs on pizza? If you had to give up either bagels or donuts, which would you choose? This episode is a buffet of food questions and debates. Kat is reminded of a food ...

Guy Fieri's Food Network Takeover and the Future of Cable Food TV from 2021-05-31T06:00

Guy Fieri's recently announced $80 million Food Network deal got us thinking about the machine that this cable food channel has become. We consider their history, how they got where they are tod...

Is the Instant Pot Overrated? Kitchen Appliance Must-Haves from 2021-05-17T06:00

Of all the appliances and gadgets that can be found in a kitchen, which ones could you not live without? We're sharing our favourites, our dream appliances, and the ones we just don't need.

Samin Nosrat Helps Us All Be Better Home Cooks from 2021-05-10T06:00

It's part two of our Salt Fat Acid Heat review, where we learn about how to master the use acid and heat in our cooking. Samin Nosrat leaves us with her joyful philosophy around home cooking and...

The Evolution of Food TV from 2021-05-03T06:00

Taking a look back at the beginnings of food TV and how it has progressed over the years. You'd be surprised how much from the early days still shines through in the times of social media and fo...

One Million Pounds of Vegan Fried Chicken from 2021-04-19T06:00

We're talking trending vegan news including Globally Local's big move to the stock market, Atlas Monroe's vegan fried chicken takeover, and what the heck is a 'handwich'?!

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Foods We Need Veganized from 2021-04-12T06:00

Even though we're very fortunate to have lots of vegan and accidentally vegan foods available, there are still some that we're dreaming of. Warning this episode may make you hungry or very nosta...

Accidentally Vegan Foods You Need to Know About from 2021-04-05T06:00

Did you know Ritz crackers are vegan? We're listing some of our favourite accidentally vegan foods, aka our favourite treasures to come across in the grocery store. Disclaimer: we are only refer...

Fundamentals of Flavour with Samin Nosrat from 2021-03-29T06:00

We're reviewing the first two episodes of the series Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat featuring Samin Nosrat and learning all about the magical ways salt and fat bring flavour to our foods. If you've ever ...

Dangerous Diet Culture and Social Media from 2021-03-22T06:00

After seeing some potentially harmful takes on a new TikTok food trend, we got talking about all the ways social media and the amount of information about food and eating habits is out there. It...

Dedicated to the Women Who Inspire Us from 2021-03-08T07:00

In honour of International Women's Day, we're celebrating some of the many women who have inspired us in all aspects of life from creativity to body positivity. 

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There's a New KitKat in Town from 2021-03-01T07:00

This week in vegan news McDonald's is going to veganize their menu with Beyond Meat, a vegan KitKat chocolate bar is in the works, Danone acquires Follow Your Heart, more Ben & Jerry's flavo...

What Chef Taught Us About Cooking and Creativity from 2021-02-22T07:00

We're discussing the movie Chef and the passion behind making it. We break down the whole film and how it reflects the struggles of being a professional chef while still maintaining the creativi...

False Food Expectations from Instagram from 2021-02-15T07:00

As we analyze recent food trends on social media, we discuss how our perceptions and expectations of food are altered by what we see on Instagram or TikTok. 

Making Content for Every Platform from 2021-02-08T07:00

What goes into posting content on all the different social media platforms? A lot. And not just from a production stand point. It's also about pleasing the platform's personality. We discuss wha...

How to Grow Your Blog in 2021 from 2021-02-01T07:00

Spoiler alert: the answer is Pinterest. It is the biggest source of traffic to our blog and it's all thanks to specific strategies that we've implemented. Kat shares the secrets she's learned th...

When Productivity Feels Impossible from 2021-01-25T07:00

Has January felt five years long to everyone else? We're navigating the ups and downs of our productivity these days, so we discuss how we get motivated when we're feeling unproductive and why w...

Weird Food Trends We Love and Hate from 2021-01-18T07:00

Have you seen the new tortilla wrap hack taking over the internet? Katherine has some passionate thoughts about it, so we discuss that and more food trends from 2020. We also talk about what tre...

Creative Outlets and Rethinking Productivity from 2021-01-11T07:00

No matter what's happening, we know we gotta keep creative to keep ourselves feeling okay. Along with that, comes learning that taking time to feel your feelings or slow down is also productive ...

Thank You for Helping Us Through 2020 from 2020-12-21T07:00

Turns out TMG was a big part of helping us through this disorienting year. We talk about how we found comfort in figuring out how to do our content apart and how we hope to see it grow in 2021. ...

What's on Our Food Bucket Lists? from 2020-12-14T07:00

Do you have a list of foods or recipes you want to try? We've been putting some lists together and we're sharing what recipes we want to try first!

Knowing Your Worth As A Creator from 2020-12-07T07:00

How do you figure out how much you should be charging a brand when you partner with them on content? Are you charging what you're worth or shying away because of doubts? It's a struggle that alm...

Why is there a long story before the recipe? from 2020-11-30T07:00

Addressing the classic complaint "why is there a whole story before the recipe? I just want the recipe, not your life story". We explain how much work goes into one recipe post and why creators ...

How to Handle Another Lockdown from 2020-11-23T07:00

With another lockdown upon us, we're sharing the routines, advice, and coping methods we're trying to help things feel a little better. 

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The McPlant is Here...The McWhat Now? from 2020-11-16T07:00

Catching up on all the latest vegan news including McDonald's new McPlant initiative, Beyond Meat at Pizza Hut, Chef Roy Choi teams up with Field Roast and more!

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DIY Sprinkles? Our Latest Cooking Experiments from 2020-11-09T07:00

We're sharing the latest cooking and baking experiments we've been trying in the kitchen. Everything from DIY sprinkles, to vegan egg yolk, and even some failed meatballs turned to a success. Listen

What to say about #WorldVeganDay from 2020-11-02T07:00

Veganism has come a long way and has a long way to go. In honour of #WorldVeganDay, we're discussing the highs and lows of what it means to be vegan these days. 

Food Styling That Stops The Scroll from 2020-10-26T06:00

When it comes to food styling that stops the scroll, it’s all about the story. A story told so seamlessly that you hardly realize why it’s drawing you in but you just want to know more. Sounds p...

The Top 100 Vegan Products Ever?! from 2020-10-19T06:00

We're debating a list of the top 100 vegan products ever because some things are definitely in the wrong order. 

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Using Hypnotherapy To Turn Non-Vegan Partner Vegan? from 2020-10-12T06:00

Would you consider using hypnotherapy if your non-vegan partner refused to eat vegan food? One woman is willing to pay $1000 to try and we are fascinated and confused. So many questions.

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What To Do When Your Creativity Runs Dry from 2020-10-05T06:00

When the weight of the world takes a toll on your creativity, what do you do? As we navigate this ongoing pandemic, we still have our creative successes (hello new pumpkin ebook!), but we're als...

No Fear, Christina Tosi Baking is Here from 2020-09-28T06:00

Baking has never been as fun or approachable as when Christina Tosi talks about it. She loves the nerdy science side of it just as much as she loves using those basic ingredients we all know fro...

Overrated Vegan Foods from 2020-09-14T06:00

We're calling out all the vegan foods, recipes, and ingredients that we feel are just overrated. They're commonly hyped up and associated with vegan eating, but we just don't get it. That's righ...

To Reel or Not to Reel (Keeping Up with Instagram) from 2020-09-07T06:00

We're talking about Instagram's new Reel feature and how to use it since Instagram is practically forcing us to... We also follow up on an open letter responding to Lightlife's 'clean break' cam...

When Vegan Companies Attack (Lightlife vs Beyond and Impossible) from 2020-08-31T06:00

What do you do when a company you want to support makes an ugly move? Lightlife launched a campaign for their new 'clean' burger that spends most of its time attacking Beyond Meat and Impossible...

How soon is too soon for PSL season? from 2020-08-24T06:00

Would you drink a pumpkin spice latte in August? At what point is it okay for seasonal foods to defy the boundaries of their seasons? We're discussing a brief history of the PSL and the tim...

It's Okay to Not Be Completely Vegan from 2020-08-17T06:00

After vegan YouTuber Maddie Lymburner announced she's now incorporating limited amounts of animal products back into her diet for health reasons, we saw the backlash from the vegan community. We...

KFC's Vegan Chicken - Everything You Need to Know from 2020-08-10T06:00

In anticipating of KFC launching a vegan chicken sandwich and popcorn chicken across Canada, we're recapping all of their previous vegan chicken launches and why we think this one will be succes...

When the Recipe is a Failure from 2020-08-03T06:00

No one is perfect in the kitchen. Sometimes the recipes just go all wrong and you just want to lay on the couch eating chips, to never cook again. We've been there, but we've also gotten past th...

Sharing How We Film and Photograph Recipes from 2020-07-27T05:00

After making a video about the behind-the-scenes of filming and photographing a recipe, we talk more about that process, what lessons we want to share to help others create food content, and how...

How to Make Money from Your Blog in 2020 from 2020-07-20T06:00

Turning your blog or YouTube channel into a source of income is every creator's dream, right? So where do you start and how do you work towards a sustainable income? We're sharing 5 ways any cre...

What Would Chad Do? (Time to Stop Doubting Ourselves) from 2020-07-13T05:00

Ever underpaid yourself because you doubt your abilities? Inspired by Vivian Kaye's "What Would Chat Do?" mindset, we're discussing the fight to feel empowered as women to be as bold and confide...

How to Start and Maintain a Blog in 2020 from 2020-07-06T05:00

Four years into our blog and we're sharing all our advice for anyone who's interested in starting their own. Everything from considering your voice and the unique perspective you can bring, to s...

Trending Vegan News ft. The Latest Vegan Steak from 2020-06-29T05:00

We're catching up on the latest news from the vegan world including a new steak product launch, a twelve year-old vegan chef's new cookbook, and Canada's investment into plant-based food.

The Secret to Better Food Photography - Cheap Backdrops from 2020-06-22T15:00

We're sharing the affordable and camera-friendly backdrops we've created ourselves over the years and explaining how the different types of backdrops you choose for your photos affect the end re...

How We'll Use Our Platform Responsibly for Social Activism from 2020-06-15T05:00

As we continue to learn about being better advocates for anti-racism, we're addressing how we'll be implementing changes to Two Market Girls and our personal lives. We need to keep this momentum...

What We're Learning and Listening to for Anti-Racism from 2020-06-08T05:00

These are the content creators, podcasts, movies, tv shows, books, and voices we are consuming right now to better educate ourselves on eradicating racial injustices and becoming better allies o...

We need to do better from 2020-06-01T05:00

In support of #BlackLivesMatter, we are taking this time to better educate ourselves on how to help and we encourage you to do the same. Here's where we're starting and we encourage you to send ...

How We're Running Our YouTube Channel During the Pandemic from 2020-05-25T06:00

We run a YouTube channel together where Kat cooks and Dev films the process, but now it's been eleven weeks since we've seen each other. We've kept up our videos and recipes, but with some chang...

We Made Cookies For You! from 2020-05-18T05:00

So far our pandemic diaries have been fairly mundane recaps of life in isolation, but this time we got to discuss something exciting we completed while staying home- a vegan cookie ebook! We put...

Dear Pandemic Diary... from 2020-05-11T05:00

What is a week anyways? Time may be escaping us, but we're still maintaining mostly healthy habits. Kat's making epic sushi dinners and Dev has rekindled her love of animal crackers...

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We're Fine from 2020-05-04T06:00

No, really. We're fiiineee. Okay, we may be a bit tired and emotionally drained, but we still have lots to be thankful for. And we're still filling this new 'normal' with lots of different activ...

New Habits, New Hobbies from 2020-04-27T05:00

It's week ??? of isolation and we've finally got a mini news segment for you! Along with the news, we discuss the habits and hobbies we're trying out to keep ourselves healthy and happy in this ...

Let's Get Physical from 2020-04-20T05:00

It's not rocket science, but we have officially determined that the key to maintaining a positive mental attitude during this physical distancing and isolation is to make sure we're getting in s...

Some Weeks Are Better Than Others from 2020-04-13T05:00

These days we're learning that it's about trying to accept what you're feeling and give yourself the time you need to get past the bad moments. Whether it's stress, anxiety, or tiredness, we all...

Navigating the New Normal: Video Calls and Home Movie Dates from 2020-04-06T05:00

So the novelty of staying home has warn off, but we are still trying to find positives. We discuss how we're staying connected, more ideas for getting creative with our content, and how to make ...

New Content and Eating Habits During Social Distancing from 2020-03-30T06:00

As we try to settle into life during social distancing, we talk about the different content ideas we're experimenting with on our YouTube channel and what our eating habits have been like.

How We're Working From Home and Managing Stress from 2020-03-23T05:00

We're both officially working from home for the next little while and sharing how our experience is going. We also discuss how we're navigating social media and the stress that comes with the ne...

What to Watch, What to Listen to, How to Stay Happy from 2020-03-16T06:00

In light of efforts to practice social distancing and staying home, we thought we'd offer some ideas for how to pass the time. What to watch, what to listen to, hobbies or skills to try, and all...

Friendly Reminder: Why Women Rock from 2020-03-09T06:00

In honour of #InternationalWomensDay, we're talking about our experiences as women in this day and age, as well as the women who inspire us and how we hope to see things continue to change for t...

Is Cell-Based Fish Meat Vegan? from 2020-03-02T07:00

It's an all news episode! We're discussing some recent vegan product launches, restaurant menu items, and moves to help improve living conditions for marine life.

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When a Vegan Goes to a Steak and Lobster Dinner from 2020-02-24T07:00

Would you go to a non-vegan surf n turf dinner? Dev shares her experience attending a dinner party where no one else was vegan and lobster claws were everywhere. The urge to be a "preachy vegan"...

How Two Market Girls Has Grown (Our 100th Episode) from 2020-02-17T21:28:32

In honour of celebrating our 100th episode of our podcast, we're taking a look at how all of our content has grown over the years. We talk about how videos on our YouTube channel have changed, w...

Dating as a Vegan from 2020-02-10T07:00

Dating is already hard enough, but how does being a vegan play into things? Depends if you care whether your date is vegan or not. We discuss our thoughts on dating a vegan or non-vegan, how to ...

How Many New Beyond Meat Announcements Are Too Many? from 2020-02-03T07:00

Keeping it simple this week with an all news episode! Beyond Meat announced a bunch of new partnerships this week, Starbucks is bringing plant-based breakfast to their restaurants, and Ben &...

What Vegans Really Buy at the Grocery Store from 2020-01-27T07:00

Spoiler alert: it's not just vegetables. We discuss some of our staple foods that are always in our grocery carts and we make sure are never missing in our kitchens. 

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How to Veganize Your Favourite Recipes from 2020-01-20T07:00

Going vegan doesn't mean completely giving up on your favourite foods! These days it's easier and easier to recreate the foods you love and we're sharing some tips for how to do it.

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Wait, Is That Vegan? Translating Ingredient Lists from 2020-01-13T13:51:27

Ingredient lists can be overwhelming... BUT Once you know what things to look out for your shopping will start to go a little faster. We're listing some common non-vegan ingredients to avoid and...

BONUS! Veganuary Mukbang Turned Podcast from 2020-01-09T18:00

As a special bonus episode for Veganuary, we've taken the January mukbang that is exclusive to our TMG Mukbangers over on Patreon and we've released it as a quick podcast. A truly unfiltered con...

We've Got a New Name! + Kicking Off Veganuary! from 2020-01-06T07:00

We're back from our break with a new name and a new look! First things first, we explain our little revamp from TMG Unfiltered to Camera Eats First. Next, seeing as it's Veganuary we're starting...

We Manifested Plant-Based Chicken from 2019-12-02T06:00

Big plant-based chicken news to discuss! But in other news, it's our last episode of the year since we're taking December off. Before we leave, we discuss some tips for surviving the holidays as...

Food Is Our Love Language from 2019-11-25T06:00

In honour of Kat's birthday, we're talking about our one true love- food. Our favourite sweet and favourite savoury foods, as well as the restaurants we can't get enough of and the ones we can't...

Our Mission To Find All the Accidentally Vegan Foods from 2019-11-18T06:00

We've been stumbling across more and more accidentally vegan foods these days and discuss how we find them and confirm that they are vegan. This episode's news segment is an interesting one- eve...

The Game Changers According to Eddie from 2019-11-11T06:00

We're talking all about the vegan documentary The Game Changers again but this time we're joined by Eddie who brings his male perspective on the documentary which is also targeted mostly at men....

So The Game Changers Movie Is Convincing People To Go Vegan... from 2019-11-04T06:00

The Game Changers movie was released on Netflix recently and we've been hearing about it convincing people to switch to a vegan diet. We discuss our thoughts on the movie, whether it gives a goo...

Lies in the Cereal Aisle (Why is vegan cereal so hard to find?) from 2019-10-28T05:00

Ever been heartbroken in the cereal aisle? You go to pick up your favourite cereal, only to realize it's almost completely vegan except for that troubling D3 vitamin... Or worse, you think it's ...

How We Got Jobs in Social Media from 2019-10-22T03:00:07

So a little about us- we both work in social media for our 'real jobs'. But what does that mean? What does our work involve and how did we get where we are today? We're talking about it all!

The Viet Vegan Co-hosts the News and Sh*t Gets Real from 2019-10-14T17:36:13

It's another all news episode, but this time we have a special co-anchor- Lisa from The Viet Vegan! We're talking IKEA cheeseburgers, Austral...

We're Hot and We're Cold from 2019-10-07T06:00

Time for another TMG weather debate... we're talking all things Fall and trying to agree on the optimal temperature for happiness. But first! In the news, a hybrid burger, NYC meat ban, and a me...

How Many Protein Patties Are Too Many Protein Patties? from 2019-10-01T03:51:55

It’s an all news episode! We’re talking burgers, burgers, and more burgers. Or as Trader Joe’s likes to call them- Protein Patties. We’ve also got some vegan makeup news, vitamins to try, and a ...

There's a New Plant-Based Jerky in Town from 2019-09-23T06:00

It's an all news episode and it's not just about Tim Horton's! It's been an exciting week of news in the vegan world, so we had a lot to discuss. Everything from a new variety of plant-based jer...

Help Us Get Our Sh*t Together from 2019-09-16T05:00

With a new season starting and the final few months of the year ahead of us, we figured it's a good time to step back and figure out what routines and habits we want to focus on in order to fini...

Food For Thought ft. Russell from Rollercoaster Vegan from 2019-09-09T05:00

When foodies unite! Russell (aka Rollercoaster Vegan) joins us to talk all things food. We pick his brain about what's been like being vegan for 10 years, how he learned to celebrate food, where...

Let's Talk Tofu from 2019-09-02T17:47:45

Tofu has a bit of a bad rep, so we decided it was time to make a case for why tofu deserves more love! From the taste and texture, to the speculation around the side of effects of soy consumptio...

Where Do Recipes Come From? from 2019-08-26T05:00

It's time to have the talk. It's time we told you where recipes come from. As requested by one of our Patrons, we're discussing how we come up with recipes for our blog. Why do so many of Dev's ...

PSA: You're Using Your Fridge Wrong from 2019-08-19T06:00

It's time we had the talk. The talk about how to manage your refrigerator properly to optimize its technology and minimize food waste.

In the news, we're also talking Subway's new plant-b...

Are We Vegan Enough? from 2019-08-12T05:00

Time for a little self-evaluation... Are we good enough vegans? Is it wrong that we don't tell people they should go vegan? What if we don't raise our kids vegan? It can be tricky figuring out w...

Body Positivity and Diet Culture from 2019-08-05T21:05:27

After seeing a story online about plates being sold at Macy's that advocated eating smaller portions in ord...

What It's Really Like Being Vegan and Pregnant ft. Tory Halpin from 2019-07-29T05:00

We sit down with local vegan blogger and Instagrammer Tory Halpin to learn what it's really like to be vegan and pregnant. We discuss everything from how her doctors reacted to what's changed ab...

Should We Be Competing or Collaborating with Other Bloggers? from 2019-07-22T05:00

First things first, we discuss the new Beyond Meat burger that Tim Horton's recently introduced. The fast food excitement continues with confirmation that KFC's plant-based 'chicken' burger is a...

That Time Kombucha Exploded All Over Our Podcast from 2019-07-15T05:00

It's time for a kombucha taste test! Kat recently visited Montreal and brought back 7 different kinds of kombucha for us to try. All was going well until one got a little too excited about being...

Dear Arby's, No One Wants Your Meat Carrot (+ Would You Rather Q&A) from 2019-07-08T05:00

In this episode, we've got some vegan news topics to cover and a Would You Rather Q&A! Arby's recently ran a marketing campaign featuring a carrot made out of meat to signify their ...

Why We Aren't Vegan Activists from 2019-07-01T05:00

Do we want to help get more people interested in veganism? Yes! Do we consider ourselves Vegan Activists? No. Some might call us bad vegans for saying this, but we aren't fans of the traditional...

PSA: Grilling Isn't Just for Meat from 2019-06-24T05:00

Kat wants everyone to re-think their relationship with their grill and make the most of it this summer! We challenge the notion that grilling is just for meat and share all the other foods that ...

Troubles Travelling with Non-Vegans from 2019-06-17T05:00

We discuss what struggles we've had when travelling to unfamiliar places as a vegan, as well as the challenges that come from travelling with non-vegans. Can you just live off of granola bars? H...

Are We a Couple? Answering Audience Assumptions from 2019-06-10T05:00

Are we in a relationship? Is Dev secretly a really good cook? Did we drool over Gaz Oakley when we met him? We asked our viewers what assumptions they've had about us and responded to them all. ...

The Truth About Vegan Cheese from 2019-06-03T23:30:22

Most non-vegans see cheese as the great big mystery of veganism. How can someone possibly live their life without dairy cheese?! We discuss the vegan cheeses that satisfy our cravings and how to...

Why is Tim Horton's Hiding the Beyond Meat Breakfast Sandwich? from 2019-05-28T01:16:37

Beyond Meat drama! Canadian coffee franchise Tim Horton's announced a vegan breakfast sandwich with Beyond Meat patties, but won't tell anyone where they're available. Meat farmers in Canada are...

The Best and Worst Parts of Food Festivals from 2019-05-20T20:23:29

With food festival season officially underway, we got to talking about the best and worst parts of food festivals. We love a good festival, but we've learned some hacks to prepare for some of th...

Instagram Updates We Love and Hate from 2019-05-14T04:24:46

We talk about some of the latest updates Instagram has launched, including hiding how many likes a photo has, Creator profiles, and quizzes! With these updates, come impacts to brands, creators,...

We're making a cookbook! from 2019-05-06T03:57:28

We spend this episode brainstorming about some upcoming projects that we're very excited to get working on, including an e-cookbook and a possible vegan travel web series. 

How Should Vegan Companies Market to Non-Vegans (The JUST Egg Drama) from 2019-04-29T18:56:07

When a vegan company served their plant-based egg substitute alongside non-vegan foods at an event, they received some heavy backlash from the vegan community. We share our thoughts on the compa...

Dear Food Bloggers, Stop Being So Extra from 2019-04-15T04:00

When it comes to food blogging, sometimes the food and content you see bloggers post can get a little far from being realistic for the average person. Who really has time to make their own non-d...

The Movies and Shows That Make Us Who We Are from 2019-04-09T04:08:21

When we're not cooking, these are the movies and shows we're probably watching. They make us laugh, cry, and sometimes question our taste in entertainment. 

Should pets be vegan? from 2019-04-01T04:00

Some people believe it isn't vegan to own pets, others feel that their pets should be vegan just like them. On this episode we're talking about all things animals and veganism- everything from z...

More Vegan YouTubers Quit Veganism and Impossible Foods Lies About Using Dairy from 2019-03-24T15:51:03

In another edition of trending vegan news, we're discussing the announcement that Rawvana and Raw Alignment, two well known vegan YouTubers, are no longer vegan. We also discuss the scandal betw...

Not Your Typical Healthy Vegans from 2019-03-18T01:26:49

A common assumption about veganism is that being vegan automatically means you only eat healthy food, but we don't fit that stereotype very well. We embrace junk food and don't really relate to ...

Canada has a Tofu Shortage?! Trending Vegan News from 2019-03-05T02:33:18

We discuss some recent trending news in the vegan world including the UK Dairy industry vs plant-based cheese shop La Fauxmagerie, Califia Farms' new Uber Milk, PETA vs Steve Irwin, PETA puts a ...

What's Our Dream Food Truck to Own? (Unfiltered Q&A) from 2019-02-26T00:34:06

We've had A LOT of food truck ideas and we share some of them in this episode as we answer a bunch of questions from our audience. Everything from how we manage our blog and YouTube channel, to ...

Can Vegans Watch Cooking Shows with Meat? from 2019-02-18T16:50:56

As content creators and foodies, we love watching cooking shows and appreciate all kinds of food based content... even if it contains meat. We often worry about being criticized for this fact. Listen

What Happens When a Vegan Accidentally Eats Meat from 2019-02-12T02:54:01

Accidents happen. The fact is no vegan is perfect. We've all suffered through that unfortunate realization when you've unknowingly eaten something that's not vegan. So what do you do? Even more,...

How We Create Our Vegan Recipes from 2019-02-04T04:27:34

Neither of us are professionally trained chefs, but we love food and we love creating vegan recipes. So, how do we do it? In this episode, we explore how we come up with our recipe ideas, what's...

Supporting Bonny Rebecca from 2019-01-28T01:57:50

After YouTuber Bonny Rebecca revealed she's no longer vegan because of a long battle with health issues, she faced intense backlash from the vegan community. We support Bonny's decision to put h...

Is Blogging Still Relevant? from 2019-01-21T02:50:36

With all these social media platforms dominating everyone's time and attention, is there still value in having a blog? We think yes and we'll explain why in this episode but just remember- your ...

The Impact One Vegan Can Have on the World from 2019-01-14T03:32:16

Ever questioned if your veganism is really making a difference? We're addressing those doubts with a discussion on the environmental impacts of one person going vegan, as well as the trickle dow...

Motherless Meats and Other Food Trend Predictions for 2019 from 2019-01-07T03:08:59

New year, new food trends right? From motherless meats to the next fad diet, we're discussing some of the food trends that have been predicted for 2019. We also share what trends we'd like to se...

Turning Our Blog into a Business from 2018-12-31T17:56:53

Before the new year starts, we're taking some time to assess our ambitions. Inspired by fellow YouTubers and Podcasters Colin and Samir, we answer questions from a personal vision worksheet to f...

How to Prepare for Going Vegan from 2018-12-25T03:41:56

Time for the truth about going vegan- our advice, experiences, and challenges. 

Unplugging for the Holidays from 2018-12-18T01:51:03

In a world where it feels like we always have to be 'on', is it still possible to unplug during the holidays? We discuss our struggles with taking some time offline and figure out how to get better...

Holiday Baking and Christmas Themed Would You Rather? from 2018-12-10T16:07:43

After debating which holiday cookies are the best, we turn to some Christmas themed Would You Rather? questions to further fuel our discussion on this wonderful time of year. --- Send in a voic...

Christmas Traditions - The Good, the Bad, and the Debatable from 2018-12-04T01:40:01

Love em or hate em, everyone seems to have their own set of traditions this time of year. Kat and Dev discuss their favourite traditions and new ones they want to start. --- Send in a voice mess...

How to Choose Gifts for Vegans from 2018-11-27T01:05:44

As if holiday shopping isn't already stressful enough, shopping for a vegan when you're not a vegan can quickly become overwhelming. On the other hand, as a vegan shopping for non-vegans, it can be...

Are We Addicted to Our Phones? from 2018-11-20T03:46:47

Have you ever stopped to consider how much time you spend on your phone? We discuss our phone habits, how much phone time is too much, and what phone activity is really justified as opposed to just...

Foods We Used to Hate from 2018-11-16T02:17:58

Everyone remembers the one olive that made them love olives right? At some point in our lives we go from hating a food to loving or loving a food to hating it and that's what this episode is all ab...

What is a Snack? from 2018-11-04T15:46:21

Another TMG debate! At what point does a snack become a meal? What's considered a snack and what isn't? We have some trouble agreeing on this debate, but we learn a lot about our eating habits. --...

All Things Halloween from 2018-10-30T00:44:24

In honour of Halloween this week, we're talking about our favourite halloween memories, movies, and costumes. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/camera-eats-first/message

For the Love of Podcasts-Why We Started a Podcast from 2018-10-23T03:17:42

A podcast about podcasts- how meta. We're sharing why we started our podcast, what we love about podcasts, and our favourite podcasts that we listen to. --- Send in a voice message: https://anch...

Confessions of a Food Waste Problem from 2018-10-16T01:25:57

We have a confession... we have committed food waste crimes. As much as we love food, we're still learning how to buy, cook, and store food in ways that ensure it gets used up before it goes bad. T...

TMG Debates: Which season is the best? from 2018-10-08T16:05:34

Kat is a fall/winter person, Dev is a spring/summer person. It's an ongoing debate between them over which season is better. On this episode, they're hashing it out and debating their opposing opin...

Extremely Unfiltered Q&A with The Viet Vegan and Meat Free Athlete from 2018-10-02T01:29:29

While enjoying a cottage weekend away with our vegan squad we took some time to do a Q&A discussion featuring Lisa from The Viet Vegan and Anne-Marie from Meat Free Athlete. It doesn't get more unf...

Food Blog Photo and Video Editing for Beginners from 2018-09-24T22:55:09

Continuing our conversation on creating content for food blogs. This time we're diving into the editing side of food photography and videography. What editing softwares we use, our typical work flo...

How to Get Started with Videography and Photography for Food Blogging from 2018-09-18T04:10:14

We love making videos and shooting photos just as much as we love eating delicious food, but how did we get started doing what we do? We're sharing our tips for beginners, what we've learned, and o...

Craziest Hypothetical Questions Vegans Get Asked from 2018-09-10T22:19:55

It seems like everyone's favourite game to play with vegans is the hypothetical questions game. What you eat meat if... We share some of the strangest questions we've been asked, as well as some ti...

How to Host a Party with Non-Vegans from 2018-09-03T18:37:01

So you wanna have a dinner party but not all your friends are vegan? It can be tricky figuring out how to please everyone, but we shared some tips for making it work. --- Send in a voice messag...

Special Edition: Would You Rather? Episode from 2018-08-29T21:34:21

Would you rather give up vegan cheese for the rest of your life or give up... Well you'll just have to listen to find out as we play a game of Would You Rather? --- Send in a voice message: htt...

How We Grew Our Channel to 5k Subs in 1 Year from 2018-08-20T17:48:23

What does it take to grow a YouTube channel? It's simple; hard work and determination. But sometimes there can be downsides to a channel growing too large. We share why we love being a small channe...

How to Cottage with Non-Vegans from 2018-08-13T18:04:19

Going to a cottage or lake house can be one of the most relaxing vacations to take, but navigating the menu when it's a mix of vegans and non-vegans can sometimes be troublesome. The good news is w...

In the News: Parkdale vs Vegandale, and Kalel vs Vegans from 2018-08-07T00:34:17

We share our thoughts on some current vegan headlines. A neighbourhood in Toronto known as Parkdale has been rallying against a vegan chain of businesses that call themselves Vegandale, who also ha...

Plastic Free Problems from 2018-07-30T15:43:39

On this episode, we share how we've been making changes to reduce our plastic waste and what struggles we've encountered as we incorporate more reusable items into our every day routines. --- S...

The Beyond Meat Burger and Being the “Perfect” Vegan from 2018-07-23T13:38:57

Kat and Dev from Two Market Girls discuss the mixed opinions regarding A&W’s nation-wide release of the Beyond Burger in Canada and why the pressure of being the perfect vegan is dangerous to the p...

Confessions of Two Junk Food Vegans from 2018-07-16T16:04:48

Veganism is not always about eating healthy. There's plenty of vegan junk food out there and we love to indulge. Sometimes there's guilt associated with eating unhealthy food, but we still do and w...

Grocery Shopping Horrors and Hacks from 2018-07-09T23:56:04

When it comes to grocery shopping, we have a love/hate relationship with it. Sometimes it's a lot of fun, other times it just brings out the worst in everyone. We share some of our tips and how to ...

How We Really Feel About Being Canadian from 2018-07-03T04:12:03

From common Canadian stereotypes to the things we'd change about our country, we talk all things Canada in honour of Canada Day. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/camera-eats-first...

Travel Tips for Vegans from 2018-06-25T14:16:59

Travelling as a vegan can be lots of fun because you get to explore all the local vegan options available in different places. But it can also be overwhelming at times! We put together some vegan t...

How to Survive Vegan Food Festivals from 2018-06-21T00:19:01

We don't mess around at food festivals, it's serious business. We try to experience as much new food as possible while still watching our budget and conquering the crowds. These are our pro tips! ...

Vegan Kitchen Essentials from 2018-06-11T19:18:32

Cooking and creating delicious vegan dishes becomes so much easier when you have the right tools to do it. We discuss the items every vegan kitchen needs, as well as the things that are just nice t...

Is pie better than cake? TMG Unfiltered Q&A Edition from 2018-06-04T20:22:56

Are aliens vegan? Have we ever dined and dashed? What's our favourite food to cook? Get to know us a bit better as we answer a bunch of randomly generated questions. --- Send in a voice message:...

Food Blog Side Hustles ft. Plant Based Kristy & Love Wild Live Free from 2018-05-28T18:37:11

Vegan food bloggers Kristy LaPointe from Plant Based Kristy and Avra Epstein from Love Wild Live Free join us for an open discussion about managing a blog as a side hustle, imposter syndrome, navig...

Fitness for Dummies from 2018-05-21T20:54:43

Some real talk about incorporating fitness into your life when you're not a workout guru. We know it's important to be active, but we also know it's hard as hell to turn it into a habit, so we shar...

The Struggle to Unplug and Unwind from 2018-05-14T20:57:43

Busy is a blessing, but burnout is real. Taking breaks is essential when you've got a lot on the go or find yourself getting too addicted to your phone and social media. We discuss how technology, ...

Myths & Misconceptions: Veganism Edition from 2018-05-07T17:51:50

Whether you are a vegan, know a vegan, or have heard of veganism, you've probably developed some perception of what vegans are like based on things you've heard. Exaggerations and stereotypes are c...

On the Road to Sustainability ft. Sustainabus from 2018-04-30T16:36:52

We discuss what it means to live sustainably and how to do so with Erik and Michael from Sustainabus. Together they are converting an old school bus into a completely sustainable tiny home to drive...

The Truth About A Vegan Social Life from 2018-04-23T22:59:06

Does going vegan make it harder to have a social life? Can you still have a social life at all if you go vegan? We discuss how our social lives are impacted by being vegan and how to navigate certa...

Hacks for Developing Your Photography Style from 2018-04-17T00:00:36

In an Instagram world, how can you make your photos stand out? It's simple; style. But easier said than done. We share some of our tips and what we've learned about photography over the years. ---...

The Millennial Job Market from 2018-04-10T02:33:25

Is the gig economy a good thing? Will we ever get benefits? What skills does it really take to thrive these days? An honest and optimistic conversation on the current state of the job market and t...

How to Not Suck at Cooking from 2018-04-03T00:28:55

We compare our very different perspectives and skill levels when it comes to cooking. For anyone who struggles with cooking, we share how to get past failures in the kitchen and learn to love makin...

The Chronicles of Women on YouTube from 2018-03-27T01:19:45

What's it like to be a woman on YouTube? Is the future of YouTube female? As two women who run a YouTube channel and spend a fair amount of time watching YouTube, we couldn't ignore the conversatio...

A Love/Hate Relationship with Social Media from 2018-03-19T21:59:33

On this episode of TMG Unfiltered, Kat and Dev explore the world of social media. It is an incredibly powerful and beneficial form of communication, but can also be quite dangerous. The discussion ...

The Wonderful World of Vlogging from 2018-03-13T18:23:19

On this episode of TMG Unfiltered, Kat and Dev discuss their thoughts on a popular form of content on YouTube known as "Vlogs". They share why they think it's so popular, what makes a good vlog, an...

Vegan FAQs from 2018-03-13T15:29:02

In this episode of TMG Unfiltered we discuss all the frequently asked questions vegans get when people find out they're vegan. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/camera-eats-first/m...

How to Date a Non-Vegan from 2018-02-13T00:44:22

Dating can be complicated, but what about when one of you is vegan and the other isn't? Is it a deal breaker? Can it work out? We share our experiences and tips for making it work. --- Send in ...

Welcome to TMG Unfiltered from 2018-01-22T23:06:16

Allow us to introduce ourselves! We're Kat and Dev from the vegan blog/YouTube channel 'Two Market Girls' and this is our podcast! We'll be discussing life beyond the blog including social media, p...