Rip Esselstyn Is PLANTSTRONG! (And Why You Should Be Too)

The Rich Roll Podcast · Dec 22, 2017 · 1h 43m

Friend, mentor and original Plantstrong pioneer Rip Esselstyn and I go way back.

Both swimmers, we crossed paths at many a meet — as young teens and later as collegiate rivals (Rip was always far more accomplished than I). During the early stages of my transition to a plant-based diet, I vividly recall perusing Facebook when I stumbled upon Rip, who just happened to be on the precipice of publishing his first book on the very subject I was attempting to master. From that moment forward, Rip became a lighthouse — illuminating my path as a generous friend and cheerleader always available to…