Activist

As a former science teacher and vegan living expert, Sarina Farb helps empower people to make more ethical daily choices and to bring their actions into alignment with their values. In the age of the climate crisis Sarina is teaching people how to think critically and learn the truth about our food system and how we can all be part of creating a sustainable and just future.

In this episode we speak about being raised vegan, the importance of thinking critically and using the Socratic method to advocate and reach the “tipping point” sooner.

As a vegan of 20 years, the Vegan Society's Claire Insley has seen a lot of growth and changes in the movement. With her long history of activism for environmental and animal rights organisations, she brings a wealth of knowledge, advice and experience to this episode. We learned so much from chatting with Claire and her positive attitude and sense of humour makes this episode a really enjoyable listen. 

For over 40 years, Dr Michael Klaper has been serving thousands of people on their journey to reclaim health through proper nutrition and a balanced lifestyle. In this episode we delve into being a voice for the animals while approaching from a medical background. Join us as we accentuate the positive and learn from one of our favourite plant-based doctors another way to advocate for change.

It's been an honour to have Dr. Michael Klaper join us for this series and to see his compassion and love shine so brightly for the animals. Together we can make a better world.

In this episode we speak to Bobby Sud from LA Animal Save, an extension of the global, love-based, Save Movement. The episode features in-depth insights from what goes into an Animal Save vigil, from attending for the first time to tips on organising your own vigils. Bobby gives us the resources to further our own activism through the Save Movement and how to truly be there for the animals. Join us in this heartfelt episode as we learn what it means to bear witness.

Patrik Baboumian is the World's Strongest Vegan. Aside from his astounding strength and numerous awards, Patrik is known and loved worldwide for his appearance in The Game Changers. However what his many fans don't know is that he became vegan in 2011 not for health reasons, but for the animals. His compassion is every bit as enormous as his strength and in our exclusive in-depth interview, he explains about his new creative form of activism. There are so many ways each and every one of us can make a difference. In this series, we explore many avenues in which we can identify and use our strengths and passion to help make the world a better place. It was a huge privilege talking with Patrik, we hope you enjoy our interview with him as much as we did!

Dr Mike Joy is a New Zealand freshwater ecologist and science communicator, whose knowledge and wealth of information as to the impact of animal agriculture knows no bounds. He is a brilliant ally for the movement and works tirelessly to raise awareness of the damage being done to our waterways and ecological systems, as well as the devastating effect on both human and animal health.

In this episode, Mike talks about his vision for 2021, which he has also presented to NZ Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern, and also provides invaluable insights and details as to just how animal agriculture is affecting the land. Although based in New Zealand, the information provided in this in-depth discussion is relevant in many parts of the world. If, like Mike you want to see an end to intensive animal farming, you won't want to miss this episode!

Mathew Pritchard is a former pro-skater and MTV stuntman who first rose to fame in the series ‘Dirty Sanchez’. These days however he is taking on different challenges in the form of becoming a clean eating ultra endurance athlete, powered by plants. Matt is also a vegan chef, the author of two bestselling ‘Dirty Vegan’ cookbooks and is the first person to ever be given a vegan TV show with the BBC. Join us in this enjoyable interview with Matt as we discuss why he is vegan rather than plant based, his transformation and success getting vegan cooking out to the masses. With cooking tips, Matt’s best mate Lemmy and plenty of laughs along the way, this interview is a must-listen!

Carina Campbell-Gedge is the creative genius behind the awesome vegan apparel brand, Anticarnist. Normally Carina prefers to let her art do the talking but we were lucky enough to nab her...mask - anywhere!) is a valuable and effective form of activism. If you haven't checked out Anticarnist before, here is your chance!

Between 8 and 10% of people globally identify as Buddhist. Dharma Voices for Animals is the only international Buddhist animal rights/animal advocacy organisation in the world. It relies on the Buddha’s teachings to engage centres and communities everywhere, especially in Asia where over 98% of Buddhists live. We talk to President and co-founder Bob Isaacson about why the organisation was created and its mission to encourage Buddhists across the world to align their actions with their ethics. Bob and his team are carrying out truly incredible work. We hope you enjoy this uplifting and inspiring chat with him!

Edith Barabash is a shining example of how one person’s commitment to living kindly can have a massive snowball effect. Together with former cattle rancher Mike Lanigan, she helped transform what was once a beef farm into the vegan animal sanctuary, Farmhouse Garden Animal Home. In this interview she shares her inspiring story and the challenges they have faced along the way. A must-watch for any would-be sanctuary owners.