Television
Local 10 News
January 22, 2025
Local 10 News featured Sean Russell at the Vegan Foodie Fest in CityPlace Doral, where he highlighted the event’s role in bringing the community together with plant-based food, music, and vendors. The free festival welcomed vegans and pre-vegans alike to explore compassionate living .
Deco Drive
July 15, 2021
WSVN 7’s Deco Drive featured Sean Russell and SoFlo Vegans’ Veg Night Out, South Florida’s first all-vegan street market. The event spotlighted plant-based food, music, fashion, and local vendors, offering a fun, family-friendly space for vegans and the vegan-curious alike.
ABC Television
July 02, 2021
Sean Russell appeared on ABC’s primetime reality competition The Hustler in 2021, bringing his wit and community organizer’s mindset to the high-stakes game of bluffing, deduction, and trivia. The surreal experience highlighted his humor, adaptability, and love for unexpected adventures.
NBC News
May 2000
NBC News featured Sean Russell in his senior year of high school as a junior broadcaster. Serving as an ambassador for Broward schools, he learned news production, worked with executives, and produced a story that aired on the 5 PM broadcast.
Newspapers & Magazines
Delray Magazine
August 29, 2022
Delray Magazine profiled Sean Russell, founder of SoFlo Vegans, as one of South Florida’s most vocal vegan advocates. He shares his journey to veganism, the growth of community support for plant-based living, and his favorite go-to vegan dishes.
Sun Sentinel
July 28, 2022
Wait, what exactly is the International Vegan Film Festival premiering in Fort Lauderdale on Saturday?
The Sun Sentinel spotlights the International Vegan Film Festival’s South Florida debut, hosted by SoFlo Vegans. Featuring 12 powerful films, panels, vendors, and community gatherings, the event highlighted veganism, sustainability, and conscious living.
Miami New Times
July 26, 2022
South Florida Will Host International Vegan Film Festival for the First Time
Sean Russell and SoFlo Vegans brought the International Vegan Film Festival to Fort Lauderdale, showcasing powerful films and creating an inclusive space for people at all stages of their plant-based journey to learn, connect, and explore compassionate living.
Sun Sentinel
July 06, 2022
Saturday’s Veg Night Out in Fort Lauderdale a vegan food fest
Sun Sentinel featured Sean Russell and SoFlo Vegans’ Veg Night Out, Fort Lauderdale’s first all-vegan night market. The free event blended plant-based food trucks, artisan vendors, music, and community celebration, offering an inclusive and fun way to explore vegan comfort food and culture.
Miami New Times
October 11, 2021
Vegan Group to Host Dolphins Tailgate
Miami New Times covered SoFlo Vegans’ first all-vegan tailgate at Hard Rock Stadium, founded by Sean Russell. Pairing football with plant-based food, music, and community, the event showcased how inclusive, fun, and innovative vegan culture has become in South Florida.
Miami New Times
June 17, 2020
Black Voices at the Forefront of the South Florida Vegan Community
Miami New Times featured Sean Russell as a leading voice in South Florida’s Black vegan movement. As founder of SoFlo Vegans, he has hosted over 200 events and launched initiatives like Vegan Express, using his platform to promote health, sustainability, and positive representation.
Sun Sentinel
April 07, 2019
Heal The Planet Day celebrates Earth Day a little early in Fort Lauderdale’s Snyder Park
Sun Sentinel highlighted SoFlo Vegans’ plant-based showcase at Heal The Planet Day in Fort Lauderdale. Led by founder Sean Russell, the event featured six culinary artists serving appetizers, entrées, and desserts, showing attendees how delicious and diverse vegan food can be.
Panther Now
September 7, 2017
FIU alumnus promotes veganism through ‘SoFlo Vegans’
Panther Now profiled FIU alumnus Sean Russell, founder of SoFlo Vegans, highlighting his mission to make South Florida a hotspot for veganism. Drawing on his media background, Russell uses events, digital platforms, and advocacy to build community and spread awareness about plant-based living.
Miami New Times
April 01, 2010
TopSpot USA Showcase Punks Up the Talent Farm
Broward New Times highlighted Sean Russell and Frankie “Famous” Nobile’s work with Topspot USA, an online music hub turned live showcase platform. The duo combined interviews, web media, and concerts to amplify South Florida’s indie and punk scene and support emerging artists.
Sun Sentinel
July 19, 2000
It’s More Than Just a Summer Job, It’s the First Step Toward a Career
The Sun Sentinel featured Sean Russell as a high school graduate gaining early career experience as a webmaster for a Marlins charity auction. His role managing the team’s foundation website reflected his drive to blend technology, media, and entrepreneurship.
Podcasts & Blogs
Plant Powered Athlete Podcast
Jan 20, 2025
E041: Inside Sean Russell’s Vision for Vegans Explore Worldwide
On the Plant Powered Athlete Podcast, Sean Russell shared his vision as founder of Vegans Explore, highlighting how grassroots strategies can transform vegan advocacy. He discussed building sustainable communities, supporting local businesses, and creating global connections through collective action.
Veggies Abroad
March 18, 2024
Vegan Miami with SoFlo Vegans Founder, Sean Russell
In this episode, Rebecca chats with SoFlo Vegans and Vegans Explore founder Sean Russell, and they lift the lid on Miami’s burgeoning vegan scene.
Vegan Linked
August 31, 2023
Vegan Linked featured Sean Russell, founder of SoFlo Vegans, who shared his journey from experimenting with veganism in 2008 to building a thriving community by 2016. He spoke about health improvements, compassion, and creating Vegans Explore to expand sustainable vegan networks worldwide .
The Plant Paradigm Podcast
December 19, 2022
Sean Russell joins The Plant Paradigm to discuss building a sustainable future through plant-based living, climate action, and eco-friendly practices. He shares insights on living with purpose and creating a happier, healthier, and more compassionate world.
Canvas Rebel
May 19, 2022
In his Canvas Rebel feature, Sean Russell shares his philosophy on success, emphasizing self-love, community support, and resilience. He highlights how a positive mindset turns challenges into opportunities and creates the momentum needed to achieve lasting impact.
Love This Food Thing
April 25, 2022
E30: Pre Vegan(s) and Veganism with Sean Russell
Sean Russell appears on Love This Food Thing to share his journey from childhood food struggles to becoming a passionate vegan advocate. He reflects on how personal challenges, ethics, and compassion shaped his path and led to founding SoFlo Vegans and authoring Pre Vegans.
The Bloody Vegans Podcast
April 14, 2022
Founder of SoFlo Vegans & Author of Pre-Vegans, Sean Russell
On The Bloody Vegans Podcast, Sean Russell discussed his work as founder of SoFlo Vegans and author of Pre-Vegans. He shared how SoFlo Vegans is building community in South Florida and highlighted his book as a resource to support anyone beginning their plant-based journey.
VKind Live
February 08, 2022
From Pre-Vegan to Vegan with Sean Russell
On VKind Live, Sean Russell shared his journey from media and music into vegan advocacy, founding SoFlo Vegans to make South Florida a global hotspot for plant-based living. He discussed events, community building, and his book Pre-Vegans, emphasizing compassion as his guiding principle .
The Vegan Life Coach Podcast
January 18, 2022
Sean Russell joins The Vegan Life Coach Podcast to share his journey as founder of SoFlo Vegans, building South Florida into a global hotspot for veganism. He reflects on his career in education, media, and community building while highlighting the power of advocacy and connection.
VoyageMIA
December 09, 2021
VoyageMIA featured Sean Russell’s journey from a 12-year-old media enthusiast to founder of SoFlo Vegans and Creative Director of Lesaruss Media. He reflects on the challenges of entrepreneurship, his love for hosting, and his vision for expanding into acting.
Namaste Bosses
October 17, 2021
On Namaste Bosses: Be Your Own Boss Series, Sean Russell shared his journey from media and education into entrepreneurship with Lesaruss Media and SoFlo Vegans. He reflected on overcoming fear, building communities, and leading with compassion, while shaping a legacy of impact and freedom .
VegWorld Magazine
July 09, 2021
VegWorld Magazine spotlighted Veg Night Out, South Florida’s first 100% vegan night market, co-created by Sean Russell of SoFlo Vegans. The MASS District event featured food, crafts, and entertainment, showcasing the region’s growing plant-based community and uniting local businesses, creatives, and supporters.
The BLAZE THE LION Podcast
June 08, 2021
Sean Russell appears on Blaze the Lion Podcast to share his journey as a community builder, entrepreneur, and advocate. He reflects on lessons from education, media, and veganism while inspiring listeners to pursue purpose, resilience, and impact-driven living.
Revolutionary Change
March 29, 2021
Sean Russell appears on Blaze the Lion Podcast to share his journey as a community builder, entrepreneur, and advocate. He reflects on lessons from education, media, and veganism while inspiring listeners to pursue purpose, resilience, and impact-driven living.
Justin Stivers Show
January 27, 2021
On The Justin Stivers Show, Sean Russell discussed his work as founder of SoFlo Vegans and his mission to make South Florida a vegan hotspot. He shared insights on community building, digital marketing, and how media can inspire more people to thrive on a plant-based lifestyle.
Livegan Podcast
June 04, 2020
E80: Black Lives Matter w/Sean Russell
On The Livegan Podcast, Sean A. Russell shares his journey as a media producer and community leader, highlighting his work in education, nonprofits, and vegan advocacy while connecting Black Lives Matter with animal liberation.
VoyageMIA
October 13, 2019
VoyageMIA profiled Sean Russell’s journey from media and marketing into founding SoFlo Vegans, a platform dedicated to making South Florida a global hotspot for veganism. He shared the challenges of building a sustainable model and the mission-driven focus that continues to guide his work.
Ola’pi Creative’s Conversations by Water
March 19, 2018
Ola’pi Creative’s Conversations by Water featured Sean Russell, founder of SoFlo Vegans, in a discussion about life on the “green side.” He shared insights on vegan living, community building, and the impact of plant-based choices on both local and global scales.
Blerds Online
April 2014
Interview with Sean Russell of Anime 3000
On the Blerds Online Podcast, Sean Russell shared the origin of Anime 3000, the story behind its name, and lessons from building a long-running media platform. He offered advice for aspiring podcasters, reflected on anime culture, and discussed redefining the word “otaku.”
ANNCast
November 19, 2010
E058: Viewers Like You VII: Adviewnt Children
Sean Russell joins ANNCast to discuss the future of Anime3000 and his experiences balancing multiple ventures. He shares insights into building a platform for anime fans while navigating the challenges of entrepreneurship and community engagement.