In this episode of the Vegans Explore Podcast, we sit down with Brett Christoffel, founder and CEO of All Y’all’s Foods, to explore how a lifelong Texan raised on a meat-centric diet became a Vegan entrepreneur building a plant-based jerky brand in the heart of beef country. Brett shares his personal health transformation, the moment that reshaped his relationship with animals, and how cultural conditioning plays a major role in what we eat and how. This conversation dives into Vegan entrepreneurship, sustainability, community impact, and the realities of launching a mission-driven food brand in unexpected places.
Topics Covered
- Growing up in Texas surrounded by meat culture
- Personal health struggles and the turning point toward plant-based living
- The role of cultural conditioning in food choices
- Why familiar flavors help people transition toward Vegan options
- Building a Vegan jerky brand in a beef-dominated market
- Supporting animal sanctuaries through product sales
- Sustainability benefits of plant-based protein
- The realities of Vegan CPG entrepreneurship
- Why compassion, patience, and community matter in the movement
About the Guest
Brett Christoffel is the founder and CEO of All Y’all’s Foods, a Vegan snack company known for its plant-based jerky inspired by Texas flavors. His work bridges health, sustainability, and animal advocacy, creating products that meet people where they are.
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