Viva! Vegan Podcast

In a compelling episode of the Viva! Vegan Podcast, bassist Tanya O’Callaghan shares her journey from a small-town Irish girl with a deep love for animals to a globally recognised musician and passionate animal rights activist. Known for her electrifying performances with legends like Whitesnake, Dee Snider and Puscifer, Tanya discusses how her early experiences volunteering at an animal shelter shaped her commitment to veganism and activism. She delves into the challenges and triumphs of maintaining a plant-based lifestyle while touring the world, offering insights into how changing one's plate can indeed change the world. Tanya also reflects on the evolving vegan movement in Ireland and the importance of unity and collaboration in promoting sustainable practices. Viva! is the UK’s leading vegan campaigning charity, specialising in undercover investigations and animal, health, environmental and lifestyle campaigns. Founded in 1994 by Juliet Gellatley, we have spent 30 years creating a kinder, more sustai