The Plant Protocol® Podcast with Lisa A. Smith, Gain Clarity, Confidence and Consistency on a Whole Food Plant-Based Diet
Just because someone can live with a disease doesn’t mean they should. The overwhelming majority of chronic diseases are a result of lifestyle. A whole food plant based diet is one of the most effective approaches to arresting these conditions. During these episodes Lisa simplifies the science behind the power of plants and pulls from her 9+ years of coaching experience to provide the proven strategies for success when making significant lifestyle and mindset changes. Your host, Lisa A. Smith, MBA, is a plant-based health and business coach and creator of PHARM TO TABLE® Plant Based Coaching program and The Plant Protocol® Business Accelerator and Coaching Certification, the first to be founded by a person of color. The Plant Protocol® prioritizes the unique challenges faced by marginalized communities in their adaptation of a whole food plant-based lifestyle. This podcast addresses the following questions and much more: *How can a plant-based diet help with chronic diseases? *What are the benefits of a whole food plant-based diet? *How do I start eating a plant-based diet? *What are common mistakes when switching to a plant-based diet? *How does lifestyle affect chronic disease risk? *What foods should I eat on a plant-based diet? *Can a plant-based diet really reverse chronic diseases? *How do I get enough protein on a plant-based diet? *Is it hard to stick to a plant-based diet? *What are the challenges of going plant-based in marginalized communities?
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Monday Jan 19, 2026
Monday Jan 19, 2026
If you want to get a leg up on the competition, the solution isn’t to hustle more or be cleverer. Success starts when your health becomes your number one priority.
In this episode, Lisa explains how her ambition is fueled by her health. What she eats and doesn’t eat gives her a competitive edge, and Lisa shares how her dedication to fitness and personal discipline is the key to her success.
Lisa outlines the importance of putting your health first, instead of your career, your family, or your relationships. When your health is optimal, you can work less and get better results because your mind is sharper, your endurance is heightened, and your creativity is more accessible.
If you want to outsmart the competition, all you have to do is eat better than them. Tune in to learn what it takes to take your health to the next level and how to eat to win in business and life.
DISCOVER HOW STRESSED YOU REALLY ARE
Take Lisa’s Mini Stress Assessment designed to support you in your journey to optimize your health by eliminating chronic stress.
COACH ME LIVE SESSION
If today’s episode hit home, why not bring your question directly to the mic? Lisa is now offering complimentary Coach Me Live sessions where podcast listeners get coached live on air. If you’re building your wellness brand or just need clarity on your next step, this is for you. Request your Coach Me Live spot
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Monday Jan 12, 2026
Monday Jan 12, 2026
Remembrance is not just for death. It is also for past experiences in your life.
Lisa recently lost her father, and she is dedicating this episode to him. While grieving his passing, Lisa experienced a profound revelation, inspiring her to change the way she thinks about and approaches life.
As she shares lessons from loss, Lisa encourages you to begin thinking about how you want to be remembered now. It’s not just about doing the right thing or being a good person. That’s not enough. There is still work to be done. Each season of life presents a new opportunity to define how you want to be remembered.
Prioritizing your health is your pathway to more experiences, more success, and longevity. It is time to make your well-being a focus and make that effort and energy something that you will be remembered for.
Optimal health is the starting line, not the finish line. Tune in to hear Lisa’s experience grieving her father and get inspired to start showing up in the way that you want to be remembered.
DISCOVER HOW STRESSED YOU REALLY ARE
Take Lisa’s Mini Stress Assessment designed to support you in your journey to optimize your health by eliminating chronic stress.
COACH ME LIVE SESSION
If today’s episode hit home, why not bring your question directly to the mic? Lisa is now offering complimentary Coach Me Live sessions where podcast listeners get coached live on air. If you’re building your wellness brand or just need clarity on your next step, this is for you. Request your Coach Me Live spot
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Monday Jan 05, 2026
Monday Jan 05, 2026
A New Year means a new goal. Whether you are focused on weight loss, financial stability, business growth, or fostering fulfilling relationships, it’s time to stop justifying bad habits. If you have a history of setting goals but struggle to cross the finish line, this episode is for you.
Lisa, Coach Milan, and Coach Carmelle share the top reasons people self-sabotage. From pushing yourself to try new things to giving in to the impulse to slip back into old habits once you start seeing results, this discussion breaks down all the excuses so you can embrace the journey to getting healthy.
It is normal to self-sabotage. We have all done it. But by recognizing why you haven’t met your goals in the past, you give yourself a better chance of succeeding this time around. Tune in to learn the root causes of self-sabotage, how to overcome them, and what you should do instead to support yourself through your health journey.
JOIN OUR NEXT 30-DAY PLANT-BASED VEGAN SOS CHALLENGE
Do you have what it takes to commit to the next Plant Protocol® 30-Day Vegan, Salt, Oil, and Sugar-Free Challenge? The challenge is running from January 1 to January 31, 2026, with preparatory classes in October, November, and December. Register now to secure your spot.
Take Your Challenge Experience From Good To Great By Moving Up To The #FrontRow! UPGRADE TO VIP here. Let's make this transformation together!
DISCOVER HOW STRESSED YOU REALLY ARE
Take Lisa’s Mini Stress Assessment designed to support you in your journey to optimize your health by eliminating chronic stress.
COACH ME LIVE SESSION
If today’s episode hit home, why not bring your question directly to the mic? Lisa is now offering complimentary Coach Me Live sessions where podcast listeners get coached live on air. If you’re building your wellness brand or just need clarity on your next step, this is for you. Request your Coach Me Live spot
LINKS AND RESOURCES —
Visit https://www.lisaangelsmith.com/ to learn about our programs
Coach Carmelle - Wellness integration specialist, focusing on addiction and self-efficacy | Instagram
Coach Milan - Health and mindset transformation specialists, focusing on emotional regulation and mental toughness | Instagram
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Monday Dec 29, 2025
Monday Dec 29, 2025
Millions of people battle diabetes and pre-diabetes. What most don’t realize is that type 2 diabetes is a lifestyle disease. They blame genetics, bad luck, and everything EXCEPT their diet and poor health choices.
If you are dealing with a type 2 diabetes diagnosis, Lisa wants you to know that you don’t have to live with it. You don’t have to manage it. And, you don’t have to rely on insulin or other medication.
Type 2 diabetes is completely reversible, and in this episode, she shares her protocol that has helped hundreds of people get healthy and stay healthy. First, Lisa uses science to debunk common misconceptions about type 2 diabetes. Then, she explains the root causes of insulin resistance and diabetes, warning signs, and actions you can take right now to combat a diagnosis.
Tune in to learn how you can leverage diet and lifestyle to overcome type 2 diabetes. Through the power of plants and intentional, informed choices, you can completely eliminate lifestyle diseases. Lisa lays the foundation to empower you to take control of your health and future.
JOIN OUR NEXT 30-DAY PLANT-BASED VEGAN SOS CHALLENGE
Do you have what it takes to commit to the next Plant Protocol® 30-Day Vegan, Salt, Oil, and Sugar-Free Challenge? The challenge is running from January 1 to January 31, 2026, with preparatory classes in October, November, and December. Register now to secure your spot.
Take Your Challenge Experience From Good To Great By Moving Up To The #FrontRow! UPGRADE TO VIP here. Let's make this transformation together!
DISCOVER HOW STRESSED YOU REALLY ARE
Take Lisa’s Mini Stress Assessment designed to support you in your journey to optimize your health by eliminating chronic stress.
COACH ME LIVE SESSION
If today’s episode hit home, why not bring your question directly to the mic? Lisa is now offering complimentary Coach Me Live sessions where podcast listeners get coached live on air. If you’re building your wellness brand or just need clarity on your next step, this is for you. Request your Coach Me Live spot
LINKS AND RESOURCES —
Visit https://www.lisaangelsmith.com/ to learn about our programs
FOLLOW ME —
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Facebook: @ThePlantBasedFoodie
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Website: https://www.lisaangelsmith.com/
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Monday Dec 22, 2025
Monday Dec 22, 2025
Our gut is so crucial to our overall health. Yet, millions of people struggle with gastrointestinal issues. Many choose to deal with discomfort after eating, managing symptoms instead of fixing the problem.
In this episode, Lisa shares the science behind gut health and why it is so essential to achieving your physical, mental, and emotional goals. She explains the most common causes of gut issues and how to recognize the red flags that show something is wrong.
Then, Lisa breaks down what you can do to improve your gastrointestinal health and the impact prioritizing your gut can have on eliminating lifestyle diseases and chronic health challenges. This isn’t just about eating better, it’s about listening to what your body is telling you and making changes that support your overall well-being.
If you are tired of dealing with an upset stomach, irregular elimination, and other gastrointestinal-related issues, this episode is for you. Tune in to learn science-based strategies to improve your gut and finally make progress toward your health goals.
JOIN OUR NEXT 30-DAY PLANT-BASED VEGAN SOS CHALLENGE
Do you have what it takes to commit to the next Plant Protocol® 30-Day Vegan, Salt, Oil, and Sugar-Free Challenge? The challenge is running from January 1 to January 31, 2026, with preparatory classes in October, November, and December. Register now to secure your spot.
Take Your Challenge Experience From Good To Great By Moving Up To The #FrontRow! UPGRADE TO VIP here. Let's make this transformation together!
DISCOVER HOW STRESSED YOU REALLY ARE
Take Lisa’s Mini Stress Assessment designed to support you in your journey to optimize your health by eliminating chronic stress.
COACH ME LIVE SESSION
If today’s episode hit home, why not bring your question directly to the mic? Lisa is now offering complimentary Coach Me Live sessions where podcast listeners get coached live on air. If you’re building your wellness brand or just need clarity on your next step, this is for you. Request your Coach Me Live spot
LINKS AND RESOURCES —
Visit https://www.lisaangelsmith.com/ to learn about our programs
FOLLOW ME —
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Facebook: @ThePlantBasedFoodie
LinkedIn: @lisaangelsmith
Website: https://www.lisaangelsmith.com/
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Monday Dec 15, 2025
Monday Dec 15, 2025
Do you struggle with making healthy food choices? Food can be an addiction, just like any other substance, like alcohol or drugs. If you are ready to make a bigger effort toward improving your health and diet, this episode is for you.
Today, Lisa shares her 3-point assessment to help you identify if you have an unhealthy relationship with food. She explains what food addiction is and the key indicators that you may be struggling. Learn what these red flags are and listen to Lisa’s solution to repairing your relationship with food.
Lisa also discusses how a plant-based, salt, oil, and sugar-free approach can give you a jumpstart on putting chronic lifestyle diseases into remission.
If you feel out of control with food, are frustrated with the results you are seeing on your health journey, or are finally ready to do whatever it takes to become the best version of yourself, this episode has the insights, knowledge, and coaching you’ve been looking for.
JOIN OUR NEXT 30-DAY PLANT-BASED VEGAN SOS CHALLENGE
Do you have what it takes to commit to the next Plant Protocol® 30-Day Vegan, Salt, Oil, and Sugar-Free Challenge? The challenge is running from January 1 to January 31, 2026, with preparatory classes in October, November, and December.
On December 16th, Lisa and John Lewis, also known as the Badass Vegan, will host a VIP-only prep class to equip you with the knowledge and confidence needed for the challenge. This final prep session is designed to eliminate confusion and provide clear answers to all your burning questions about exercising safely, understanding protein sources without gimmicks, and identifying necessary supplements.
Take Your Challenge Experience From Good To Great By Moving Up To The #FrontRow! UPGRADE TO VIP here. Let's make this transformation together!
DISCOVER HOW STRESSED YOU REALLY ARE
Take Lisa’s Mini Stress Assessment designed to support you in your journey to optimize your health by eliminating chronic stress.
COACH ME LIVE SESSION
If today’s episode hit home, why not bring your question directly to the mic? Lisa is now offering complimentary Coach Me Live sessions where podcast listeners get coached live on air. If you’re building your wellness brand or just need clarity on your next step, this is for you. Request your Coach Me Live spot
LINKS AND RESOURCES —
Visit https://www.lisaangelsmith.com/ to learn about our programs
FOLLOW ME —
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Facebook: @ThePlantBasedFoodie
LinkedIn: @lisaangelsmith
Website: https://www.lisaangelsmith.com/
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Monday Dec 08, 2025
Monday Dec 08, 2025
Today, Lisa is discussing a sensitive topic: cancer. A cancer diagnosis is one of the scariest things anyone has to deal with, whether personally or while supporting a loved one who is ill.
For too long, we have treated cancer like an end-of-the-world disease. But you don’t have to give up all of your power. There are lifestyle adjustments you can make so that your disease doesn’t become your identity and to give yourself a fighting chance to put cancer into remission.
Lisa invites her friend John Lewis to join the discussion. He shares his story and why he is passionate about living a plant-based lifestyle. John talks about his mother’s diagnosis of colon cancer and why that jump-started his commitment to veganism and staying active. He offers advice to those battling cancer, including mindset and lifestyle shifts that helped him and his mom through their journey with cancer.
Lisa and John also discuss cancer prevention and the importance of staying in tune with your health. They debunk common misconceptions about plant-based diets, and Lisa outlines the protocol for her 30-Day Plant-Based Vegan SOS Challenge.
Change starts with a choice to take action. You have to believe in your decision to see results. Tune in to learn how an intentional approach to diet, chronic stress, and rest can increase the odds of putting cancer into remission.
CONNECT WITH JOHN LEWIS
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JOIN OUR NEXT 30-DAY PLANT-BASED VEGAN SOS CHALLENGE
Do you have what it takes to commit to the next Plant Protocol® 30-Day Vegan, Salt, Oil, and Sugar-Free Challenge? The challenge is running from January 1 to January 31, 2026, with preparatory classes in October, November, and December.
On December 16th, Lisa and John Lewis, also known as the Badass Vegan, will host a VIP-only prep class to equip you with the knowledge and confidence needed for the challenge. This final prep session is designed to eliminate confusion and provide clear answers to all your burning questions about exercising safely, understanding protein sources without gimmicks, and identifying necessary supplements.
Take Your Challenge Experience From Good To Great By Moving Up To The #FrontRow! UPGRADE TO VIP here. Let's make this transformation together!
DISCOVER HOW STRESSED YOU REALLY ARE
Take Lisa’s Mini Stress Assessment designed to support you in your journey to optimize your health by eliminating chronic stress.
COACH ME LIVE SESSION
If today’s episode hit home, why not bring your question directly to the mic? Lisa is now offering complimentary Coach Me Live sessions where podcast listeners get coached live on air. If you’re building your wellness brand or just need clarity on your next step, this is for you. Request your Coach Me Live spot
LINKS AND RESOURCES —
Visit https://www.lisaangelsmith.com/ to learn about our programs
FOLLOW ME —
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Facebook: @ThePlantBasedFoodie
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Website: https://www.lisaangelsmith.com/
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Monday Dec 01, 2025
Monday Dec 01, 2025
We all know someone with high blood pressure, and we don’t think twice about it. Despite being a silent killer, most of us have become desensitized to it. Many people brush off this diagnosis, blaming unhealthy eating habits or genetics.
High blood pressure isn’t inevitable. You can make choices that significantly reduce your risk of narrowing your arteries. You’re just choosing to rely on medication or ignore the signals your body is trying to tell you.
In this episode, Lisa reinstates a sense of urgency around making healthy lifestyle choices. She explains why genetics informs our medical future, not dictates it. Lisa breaks down the overlooked causes of high blood pressure, like over-the-counter meds, stress, and diet.
Through science and her experience as a plant-based health coach, Lisa breaks down why a management mentality doesn't work for your health and how to improve your lifestyle, mindset, and decisions to become the best version of yourself.
It’s time to stop inviting disease into your future. Lisa has helped tons of people get off high blood pressure medication through better lifestyle choices. Tune in to learn what you can do to take back control of your health.
JOIN OUR NEXT 30-DAY PLANT-BASED VEGAN SOS CHALLENGE
Do you have what it takes to commit to the next Plant Protocol® 30-Day Vegan, Salt, Oil, and Sugar-Free Challenge? The challenge is running from January 1 to January 31, 2026, with preparatory classes in October, November, and December.
On December 16th, Lisa and John Lewis, also known as the Badass Vegan, will host a VIP-only prep class to equip you with the knowledge and confidence needed for the challenge. This final prep session is designed to eliminate confusion and provide clear answers to all your burning questions about exercising safely, understanding protein sources without gimmicks, and identifying necessary supplements.
Take Your Challenge Experience From Good To Great By Moving Up To The #FrontRow! UPGRADE TO VIP here. Let's make this transformation together!
DISCOVER HOW STRESSED YOU REALLY ARE
Take Lisa’s Mini Stress Assessment designed to support you in your journey to optimize your health by eliminating chronic stress.
COACH ME LIVE SESSION
If today’s episode hit home, why not bring your question directly to the mic? Lisa is now offering complimentary Coach Me Live sessions where podcast listeners get coached live on air. If you’re building your wellness brand or just need clarity on your next step, this is for you. Request your Coach Me Live spot
LINKS AND RESOURCES —
Visit https://www.lisaangelsmith.com/ to learn about our programs
FOLLOW ME —
Instagram: @lisaangelsmith
Facebook: @ThePlantBasedFoodie
LinkedIn: @lisaangelsmith
Website: https://www.lisaangelsmith.com/
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Monday Nov 24, 2025
Monday Nov 24, 2025
Does your effort, meaning the time, energy, and work you are putting into your goals, match the results? If the answer is no, you have an addiction to working.
You might not think of this as a problem. After all, it is better than the opposite, like never finishing a project or struggling to start. We live in a culture that praises hard work and accomplishment. But overwork leads to burnout, and burnout leads to chronic stress.
In this episode, Lisa discusses the addiction to overworking, unbridled ambition, and chronic stress. She shares the beliefs she was holding on to that kept her stuck in a cycle of overwhelm and burnout.
Lisa explains what you can do to combat the new, dangerous, and prevalent lifestyle disease: work addiction. She explains not just how to eliminate chronic stress from feeling like you are never doing enough, but also how to make sure you don’t return to the mindset of doing too much.
If you are constantly pushing yourself to hit goals and be successful, but feel like your ambition is getting in the way of your health and peace, this episode is for you. Tune in to learn the five things that compel you to overwork and over-commitment, and how to balance your drive with your health.
JOIN OUR NEXT 30-DAY PLANT-BASED VEGAN SOS CHALLENGE
Do you have what it takes to commit to the next Plant Protocol® 30-Day Vegan, Salt, Oil, and Sugar-Free Challenge? The challenge is running from January 1 to January 31, 2026, with preparatory classes in October, November, and December. Join Lisa for the second prep class, Pantry Prep & Plate Power: The Set Up for Challenge Success, happening on November 25th. This enlightening session will reveal how food companies engineer addiction into the foods you love and provide you with the tools to break free without relying solely on willpower. Register now to secure your spot.
DISCOVER HOW STRESSED YOU REALLY ARE
Take Lisa’s Mini Stress Assessment designed to support you in your journey to optimize your health by eliminating chronic stress.
COACH ME LIVE SESSION
If today’s episode hit home, why not bring your question directly to the mic? Lisa is now offering complimentary Coach Me Live sessions where podcast listeners get coached live on air. If you’re building your wellness brand or just need clarity on your next step, this is for you. Request your Coach Me Live spot
LINKS AND RESOURCES —
Visit https://www.lisaangelsmith.com/ to learn about our programs
FOLLOW ME —
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Facebook: @ThePlantBasedFoodie
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Website: https://www.lisaangelsmith.com/
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Monday Nov 17, 2025
Monday Nov 17, 2025
In this episode, Lisa explains the risks of carrying around excess weight and why being overweight is a preexisting condition. She shares her journey of losing over 60 pounds and why the eat less, burn more mindset isn't effective or safe.
To hit your goals, you need endurance. That starts with your health.
Lisa talks about what changes when you shift your goal from vanity (losing weight) to health (extending life). She shares her proven method to lose weight and keep it off without counting calories or starvation.
This episode is for you if:
You've been eating "better", but not seeing results.
You are moving more, but still can't get rid of those extra pounds.
You think being overweight is okay because you aren't on prescription medications or haven't been diagnosed with another condition.
Being overweight is a precursor to lifestyle diseases. Does food have more control over you than you have over it? It is time to take control. Tune in to learn how to move the scale in 30 days while improving your health overall.
JOIN OUR NEXT 30-DAY PLANT-BASED VEGAN SOS CHALLENGE
Do you have what it takes to commit to the next Plant Protocol® 30-Day Vegan, Salt, Oil, and Sugar-Free Challenge? The challenge is running from January 1 to January 31, 2026, with preparatory classes in October, November, and December. Join Lisa for the second prep class, Pantry Prep & Plate Power: The Set Up for Challenge Success, happening on November 25th. This enlightening session will reveal how food companies engineer addiction into the foods you love and provide you with the tools to break free without relying solely on willpower. Register now to secure your spot.
DISCOVER HOW STRESSED YOU REALLY ARE
Take Lisa’s Mini Stress Assessment designed to support you in your journey to optimize your health by eliminating chronic stress.
COACH ME LIVE SESSION
If today’s episode hit home, why not bring your question directly to the mic? Lisa is now offering complimentary Coach Me Live sessions where podcast listeners get coached live on air. If you’re building your wellness brand or just need clarity on your next step, this is for you. Request your Coach Me Live spot
LINKS AND RESOURCES —
Visit https://www.lisaangelsmith.com/ to learn about our programs
FOLLOW ME —
Instagram: @lisaangelsmith
Facebook: @ThePlantBasedFoodie
LinkedIn: @lisaangelsmith
Website: https://www.lisaangelsmith.com/
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If you love the content and find it valuable, please consider rating, reviewing, and following my show! New episodes drop weekly, and if you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out.