Since 2016, Russell and Irminne Van Dyken have been advocates of living plant based life to the fullest. They currently live on Maui and advocate adventure, companionship and plant-based health.​ Dr. Van Dyken works as a surgeon on Maui. Russell is currently building their home and developing their  2 acre farm, where they plan to grow plenty of fruits and vegetable so they and others can live more sustainably.