Thursday, June 11, 2015

Issue Five of LAIKA, the Strength Issue

LAIKA Issue 5 David Carter

Dearest readers, we are thrilled to bring you our Fifth Issue!  This, “The Strength Issue,” is an assertion of the cutting-edge activism, bold creativity, formidable athleticism and fearless innovation that is encompassed in compassionate living. Pick up a copy or subscribe to the gorgeous sustainably-produced print edition or the digital version now. Gracing the cover is NFL defensive lineman David Carter, known as The 300 Pound Vegan, who is deconstructing every known myth about veganism and using his stature to speak up for animals.

Alongside him is his wife, and fellow animal rights activist, Paige Carter. In our uplifting profile, they open up about their vegan journey, their natural lifestyle, David’s intense training routine and his rise as an influential activist. As the feature’s photographer, Paige shot the stunning cover of her and David in Costa Rica as a self-portrait — a LAIKA first.

The 300 Pound Vegan

We bring together doers and thinkers who epitomize strength of character and perseverance. Like captivating Senator Cory Booker, who shares his thoughts on veganism and living truthfully in our exclusive interview.

Cory Booker

The vegan crew of Sea Shepherd’s the Bob Barker ship give us an unprecedented look into their lives during the groundbreaking four-and-a-half month long Operation Icefish campaign in Antarctica, which demonstrated their endurance and determination. We delve deep into the brilliant mind of pioneering sociopolitical artist Sue Coe, interviewed by fellow tide-shifting vegan artist, Ruby Roth.

 

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Sue Coe

With the same level of in-depth coverage, we tell the stories of our animal compatriots. Like in “No Home on the Range,” our 10 page special report and photo essay on the peril of wild horses, themselves a symbol of strength, now being eradicated to accommodate America’s appetite for “range-fed” meat. Yet our feature “Freeborn,” which tells the rare stories of animals born into freedom, and of pig-farmer-turned-vegan Bob Comis, shows how liberating it is when living beings are allowed to become their fullest selves.

Wild Horses

As always, we bring you gorgeous and unique stories on vegan style and beauty, and take you around the world in in-depth travel and food features. In this issue, we hop over to Germany, zoom down to Costa Rica, cross the globe to Australia, and explore the United States! We spotlight the hottest restaurants and the dynamic personalities behind them; share amazing and one-of-a-kind recipes; and delight you with the latest product discoveries.

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Every page in this issue is created to uplift and inspire. This is our biggest issue yet, with 80 pages of pure ad-free content. It is a summation of the spirit of strength that is the modern vegan and animal rights movement — from the athletes, to the artists, to the activists. We hope you love it as much as we absolutely relished making it for you! Get your copy and subscribe here.  — Julie Gueraseva, Founder

Cover and Solid as a Rock feature photographed by Paige Carter • Cory Booker illustrated by Marina Marcolin • The Defenders photographed by Simon Ager • The Art of Truth photographed by Sasha Bezzubov • No Home on the Range photographed by Jennifer MaHarry • Shine Bright photography by Ash Barhamand • Fun with Food photography by Zoe Spawton

Emily-Deschanel

WE ARE THRILLED TO ANNOUNCE THE ARRIVAL OF OUR FOURTH ISSUE! This, “The Future Issue” is dedicated to the people, innovations, and activism that is propelling our society into a better tomorrow — today. Gracing the cover is the stunning Emily Deschanel — the talented and versatile star of the hit show Bones, a passionate animal advocate, and a vegan of over two decades. The captivating and humble actress opens up to LAIKA in an exclusive and inspiring profile, giving us an inside look into her life, taking us behind the scenes of Bones, shedding light on her craft, and sharing how she channels her creativity into making a positive impact on everyone around her.

Emily Deschanel vegan

We bring together personal insights from some of veganism’s brightest minds in a first-of-its kind feature, “The Futurists,” which includes the likes of Sam Simon, Russell Simmons and Jill Robinson. With equal attention and dignity we give to our human subjects, we tell the stories of animals – tackling difficult topics head on. Like the 12 page photo essay “The Will To Live,” which through resonating photography and personal accounts from devoted activists, explores the depth of animal sentience – and advances us to a better understanding. We spend time at home with the iconic Esther The Wonder Pig, who has become an ambassador for her kind, in “Moment.” We celebrate the bounty of our planet with delicious, colorful dishes in “Mexican Feast,” and beautiful fruits and vegetables in “Taste Notes.”

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Lauren Toyota

We profile bold vegan female entrepreneurs in “She’s The Boss,” and turn the mic on rising star and MTV Canada host Lauren Toyota who is raising her voice for animals in the media. We get to know leading chef Bryant Terry closer, and find out what makes his brand of vegan cuisine at once a throwback to simpler times and an exciting glimpse into the future. As usual, we have vibrant travel stories, like an in-depth food tour of Paris, with a spotlight on local cutting-edge activism.

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We bring you brilliant essays, like the provocative “Animating Journalism” from James McWilliams and Vickery Eckhoff. And of course, we showcase innovative vegan beauty and fashion— all gorgeously photographed by some of today’s top talent.

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Each page asserts the breadth and timeliness of the vegan and animal rights movement, and celebrates the forward-thinkers who are setting the pace. With every story, we reinforce the LAIKA credo: that one can live a fulfilling life without ever harming another. It is a joy and honor to have you, dear reader, along for this ride! We are so excited to share our Fourth Issue with you. Subscribe and get your copy HERE!

Cover and Isn’t She Lovely feature photographed by Andrew Stiles • Cover story written by Stacy Gueraseva She’s The Boss photographed by Balarama Heller Living Loud photographed by Joel Barhamand Will To Live photographed by Mike Hrinewski The Futurists illustrated by Sophie Lucido Johnson Mexican Feast photographed by Edgar Molina

Tuesday, December 17, 2013

Issue Three of LAIKA Has Arrived!

Dearest Readers, It Is With Absolute Joy That We Present our Third Issue: The Irresistible Issue! Built with so much heart — it celebrates the wonderment and enchantment of living life with love and compassion. You get closer, because you can’t take your eyes off the dynamic duo gracing our cover – Jason Wrobel, the magnetic star of the Cooking Channel’s How To Live to 100, and Whitney Lauritsen, the powerhouse force behind Eco-Vegan Gal. Individually, they are breaking new ground. And together, they are a captivating example of the camaraderie and mutual support of the vibrant vegan community. Inside the issue, you’ll delve into stories that will stay with you – of influencers who are shaping the world, exciting product developments, big-picture ideas. You’ll get drawn in with compelling, exclusive content, gorgeous photography, and thought-provoking essays. We criss-cross the country, travel to Canada and France, and come back to you with subject matter you won’t find anywhere else.

We bring you tasty tales of culinary creators from the East Coast to the Midwest – all of them innovating in the world of vegan cuisine, using a variety of exciting techniques and styles.

We take you on unforgettable journeys that you won’t want to end – to places where remarkable animals are free to be themselves among their allies – their incredible human caregivers. Like the ones you’ll find in our feature “The Compatriots,” photographed at three different sanctuaries on the West Coast- Animal Place Sanctuary, and Farm Sanctuary in Orland, CA and Farm Sanctuary in Acton, CA.

We continue to bring you the yummiest can’t-look-away-from discoveries from the world of beauty – all curated with great care. And all, as always, vegan and cruelty-free.

We showcase super-fun, showstopping fashion that you covet not only because it turns heads, but because it allows your to wear your heart on your sleeve.

We cover fascinating individuals from a variety of creative spheres, who are good at what they do, and also do good for others. Like the hypertalented DJ and producer Eli Escobar, whose passion for music and dedication to living compassionately are equally inspiring.

And that’s just the tip of the iceberg! We hope you’ll develop as big of a crush on our Third Issue as we have right now. This is our biggest issue yet, brimming with hard-to-resist material. And stay tuned for web-only extras and behind-the-scenes goodies. We are so grateful to have your love and support, dearest readers. See you soon!..

Cover and Media Dream Team feature photographed by Melissa Schwartz • Taste Makers photographed by Balarama HellerThe Compatriots photographed by Sylvia Elzafon Play With Makeup photographed by Ashley Barhamand Just Chill photographed by Lauren Perlstein In Tune photographed by Joel Barhamand