The Lie of Black Veganism - African Cultures and Hormonal Health with Francine Thirteen - R&T 44 Veganism has enjoyed a recent upsurge in popularity especially among the Black community in the United States. Behind this upsurge are a number of misleading statements and sometimes just plain lies about alkalinity, menstruation, and African cultures. Joining me to discuss these topics is Francine Thirteen, a musician and health practitioner based in the South of the USA.