We have a very exciting guest joining us on this episode of the PBN Podcast - American actor and director Paul Wesley.

Best known for his lead role as Stefan Salvatore in the drama series The Vampire Diaries, Paul has been an advocate for animal rights for many years. Speaking up against the unnecessary suffering of animals, over the years he has participated in events and supported activist organizations such as Mercy For Animals and Farm Sanctuary.

Follow Paul on Instagram here - https://www.instagram.com/paulwesley/

The PBN Podcast is hosted and produced by Robbie Lockie, Edited by Phil Marriott.

00:00:00 An Introduction to Paul Wesley

00:03:36 The beginning of Paul’s vegan journey

00:05:42 Cowspiracy Trailer clip

00:06:22 Being inspired by news outlets and activists on social media

00:07:10 Experiencing pushback from friends for sharing the vegan message

00:13:03 The challenges of being a vegan who works in the film industry

00:15:00 The future of meat

00:17:00 How Paul maintains his health

00:19:30 Looking after your pets

00:25:00 Carnism

00:30:27 ‘Animal Agriculture and our Food System with Paul Wesley’ [Farm Sanctuary clip]

00:32:51 Engaging with celebrities such as Cardi B and politicians like senator Cory Booker

00:36:50 How important is it to preserve the meaning of being vegan?

00:39:52 ‘They’re Trying To Kill Us’: the American documentary film co-directed and produced by John Lewis and Keegan Kuhn [including clips]

00:43:50 The future of factory farming

00:44:46 ‘Animal Agriculture and our Food System with Paul Wesley’ [Farm Sanctuary clip 2]

00:46:00 ‘Don’t Look Up’: the American apocalyptical political satire black comedy movie, written, co-produced, and directed by Adam McKay [including clips]

00:49:00 Where does the responsibility lie with the climate crisis? Should it be on us as individuals?

00:53:05 ‘Breaking Boundaries’ documentary [including clips]

00:55:20 How Paul stays positive in life

00:58:05 Brother’s Bond: Paul Wesley and Ian Somerhalder’s bourbon whiskey business

00:59:15 ‘The Vampire Diaries’ trailer clip

01:02:20 Stranded on a desert island