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A cartoon goldfish with sad eyes and downturned mouth is stood upright. Using the tips of its tail as feet. It is looking directly into the camera. In the top left hand corner is a yellow and white star, rendered in crayon with the words “For Kids” across the center.

This video is for KIDS! [but adults can watch too] We’re going to talk about FISH FEELINGS! We’ll learn about whether fish can feel pain and how even though they look really different than us, they have families, friends, and feelings!

Do Fish Have FEELINGS? [For Kids!]

Close up of the face of a horse being ridden for dressage; her chin is drawn in at an unnatural angle due to the rider pulling on the reins attached to a metal bit in her mouth.

Can bits be used ethically? Or are they decidedly cruel no matter how skilled the rider? Let's take a deeper look at the impact bit usage has on horses—both physically and psychologically.

Horse Riding Cruelty: Effects of the Bit

A close up image of a child, as if in the womb is shown on a pink background.

What is the vegan stance on abortion? Can vegans be pro-choice? This video delves into the moralistic minefield of the abortion debate in relation to vegan ethics. We’ll look at the various arguments posed by either side.

Is Abortion Vegan? | The Pro-Choice Dilemma

Against a dark background, a roman statue stands, pointing towards the heavens. In large letters the words: “History of veganism part 1” can be seen.

How far back does veganism reach? Is veganism a modern-day invention, or were there vegans in ancient times? In this first edition of The History of Veganism series, we start from the very beginning.

Vegans In Ancient Times | The History of Veganism Part One

A swirl of translucent pink and yellow silk is shown flowing across the image as if floating.

Is silk vegan? Is it cruel? In this video, we look into the ethics of silk, how it's produced and what alternatives exist.

Is Silk Vegan? How Is Silk Made?

In a dark, monochromatic image, a single goldfish can be seen.

Do fish feel pain? Fish are often relegated to a somewhat sub-animal status. They are hard to relate to and not as emotionally expressive as other animals. But does this mean they don’t feel?

Do Fish Feel Pain?

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  • Emily Moran Barwick, founder of Bite Size Vegan, smiling as she kneels, scratching behind the ears of Ooby, a rescued black sheep. To the left is the text "How Autism Helps Me Connect".

    How Autism Connects Me With Animals

    Growing up Autistic, I believe my difficulties with communication strengthened my empathy for animals. It broke my heart that no matter how desperately and clearly they communicated their terror and pain, they were ignored and discounted.

    Read more about How Autism Connects Me With Animals
  • The face of a beautiful white cow framed by the word halal in Arabic script on the left, and a symbol for kosher on the right, representative of halal and kosher dietary laws.

    Are Halal And Kosher Slaughter Humane?

    The debate over halal (حلال) and kosher (כשר) ritual slaughter is a hotbed of religion, politics, corporate greed, systematic abuses, and special interests. Amidst all the controversy, the core question remains: is it possible to end the life of another being in a way that is kind?

    Read more about Are Halal And Kosher Slaughter Humane?
  • A cartoon goldfish with sad eyes and downturned mouth is stood upright. Using the tips of its tail as feet. It is looking directly into the camera. In the top left hand corner is a yellow and white star, rendered in crayon with the words “For Kids” across the center.

    Do Fish Have FEELINGS? [For Kids!]

    This video is for KIDS! [but adults can watch too] We’re going to talk about FISH FEELINGS! We’ll learn about whether fish can feel pain and how even though they look really different than us, they have families, friends, and feelings!

    Read more about Do Fish Have FEELINGS? [For Kids!]
  • A close up image of a child, as if in the womb is shown on a pink background.

    Is Abortion Vegan? | The Pro-Choice Dilemma

    What is the vegan stance on abortion? Can vegans be pro-choice? This video delves into the moralistic minefield of the abortion debate in relation to vegan ethics. We’ll look at the various arguments posed by either side.

    Read more about Is Abortion Vegan? | The Pro-Choice Dilemma
  • A cartoon sheep is shown standing in a field of grass. The sky is blue and in the upper left hand corner is a colorful start, with the appearance that it was rendered in crayon. Across the center of the star are the words “For Kids”.

    Why Wool Is BAAAD! [For Kids!]

    This video is for kids! [but adults can watch too] Today we’re going to talk about wool from sheep. We’ll learn about why taking wool from sheep isn’t very nice and how YOU can be a superhero to sheep everywhere by saying NO to wool!

    Read more about Why Wool Is BAAAD! [For Kids!]
  • Two conical glass flasks are shown upon a lab bench top. In each is a large piece of raw red meat.

    Is Lab Grown Meat Vegan?

    Could “test tube burgers” spell the end of animal exploitation? A solution to our environmental crisis? Find out why this is such a hot-button issue within the vegan community as we look at the pros and cons of lab grown meat.

    Read more about Is Lab Grown Meat Vegan?
  • A pig looks forlornly towards the camera. It is on its side, held in a tiny metal cage. Overlaying the image is the flag of the European Union.

    Europe’s Dark Secret: Eye Opening Speech!

    “It’s only like that in America”. The United States consistently plays the role of scapegoat on the international stage but are European standards for animal treatment and the environmental regulations really any better?

    Read more about Europe’s Dark Secret: Eye Opening Speech!
  • A close up of a human face is shown in profile. Only the nose and left eye are visible. The gaze is fixed and looking up towards the heavens.

    The Nicest Way To Die [THIS VIDEO WILL CHANGE YOU!!]

    This video will forever change you. Death is the one certainty in life. We all hope that when the day comes, it will be quick and painless. We hope this for our loved ones, our pets, and even for the animals we eat. Even though they have to die, we don’t want them to suffer.

    Read more about The Nicest Way To Die [THIS VIDEO WILL CHANGE YOU!!]
  • Against a dark background, a person is shown in close up. Only the lower half of their crossed arms are visible. The sleeve of one arm is pulled up slightly revealing a tattooed identification number on their forearm. Split across the image, top and bottom, are the words “Lessons from the holocaust” in large white letters.

    Holocaust Survivors Speak: Lessons From The Death Camps

    When Holocaust survivors speak, we should listen. In this video, survivors and their families share hard-earned lessons and shed light onto a deeper meaning of “Never Again”.

    Read more about Holocaust Survivors Speak: Lessons From The Death Camps
  • A close-up image of Leonardo da Vinci is shown. The image is monochromatic and appears to be rendered in graphite.

    Was Leonardo da Vinci VEGAN? | The History of Veganism Spotlight

    Leonardo da Vinci was the quintessential renaissance man: artist, inventor, botanist, engineer, architect, historian, geologist, and…vegan? Learn about da Vinci’s lesser-known contributions to the fields of animal rights and ethical veganism.

    Read more about Was Leonardo da Vinci VEGAN? | The History of Veganism Spotlight
  • Overlaid over an image of “God Touching Adam” from the Sistine Chapel ceiling are the words “History of veganism part 3”.

    Vegans In The Renaissance | The History of Veganism Part Three

    The Renaissance was a time of innovation and revolution within art, architecture, politics, science, astronomy, literature, and—veganism? Learn how the rise of humanistic individuality led to the acknowledgement of non-humans as individuals as well.

    Read more about Vegans In The Renaissance | The History of Veganism Part Three
  • A young child is shown sat at a table. Their arms are folded and resting upon the table. A large cartoon bee is seen to be regurgitating honey onto the child’s arm. The child has a look of awe upon their face. A white and yellow star is shown in the top left-hand corner. The appearance is one rendered in crayon. Across the center of the star are the words “For Kids”.

    Is Honey BEE BARF? All About Honey! [For Kids!]

    Is honey vegan? This video is for kids! [but adults can watch too!] Today we’re going to talk about how honey is made, which is pretty gross, why taking it from the bees who make it isn’t good for them.

    Read more about Is Honey BEE BARF? All About Honey! [For Kids!]
  • Emily Moran Barwick of Bite Size Vegan is shown on stage behind a lectern. She is gesticulating with her arms. To the left of this image in large white letters are the words: “This speech changes everything. Q and A”

    The Change Everything Speech: Q&A Session

    In this Q&A session, which followed the talk “This Speech Will Change How You See Everything” we cover such topics as the ethics of honey, whether cats can be vegan, backyard chickens and the health consequences of eggs and more.

    Read more about The Change Everything Speech: Q&A Session
  • Medieval knights and fighting men are shown below a castle. Overlaying the image is the text “History of Veganism Part 2”

    Vegans In The Middle Ages | The History of Veganism Part Two

    Were vegan principles and practices shaped by the rise of major world religions during the Middle Ages? Learn about the interplay of Christianity, Islam, Buddhism & secular ethics.

    Read more about Vegans In The Middle Ages | The History of Veganism Part Two
  • A swirl of translucent pink and yellow silk is shown flowing across the image as if floating.

    Is Silk Vegan? How Is Silk Made?

    Is silk vegan? Is it cruel? In this video, we look into the ethics of silk, how it’s produced and what alternatives exist.

    Read more about Is Silk Vegan? How Is Silk Made?
  • Against a dark background, a roman statue stands, pointing towards the heavens. In large letters the words: “History of veganism part 1” can be seen.

    Vegans In Ancient Times | The History of Veganism Part One

    How far back does veganism reach? Is veganism a modern-day invention, or were there vegans in ancient times? In this first edition of The History of Veganism series, we start from the very beginning.

    Read more about Vegans In Ancient Times | The History of Veganism Part One
  • In a dark, monochromatic image, a single goldfish can be seen.

    Do Fish Feel Pain?

    Do fish feel pain? Fish are often relegated to a somewhat sub-animal status. They are hard to relate to and not as emotionally expressive as other animals. But does this mean they don’t feel?

    Read more about Do Fish Feel Pain?
  • On the left a person is shown in silhouette as they shoot at birds flying over head with a shotgun. On the right is an image of row after row after row of battery chickens in tiny cages.

    Is Hunting More Ethical Than Factory Farming?

    Is hunting more humane than factory farming? Does the method by which an animal is killed effect the ethics of their death?

    Read more about Is Hunting More Ethical Than Factory Farming?
  • Emily Moran Barwick of Bite Size Vegan is shown in an apparent collapse, as if drunk. She is leaning up against a front door. There are marks around her mouth and chin as well as her fingers as she has been binging on cheese.

    Is Cheese Addictive?

    We all know people LOVE cheese, but is it more than taste? Is cheese truly physically addictive? What does the science say? We’ll look at both sides of the debate as to dairy’s addictiveness, namely, the issue of casomorphins.

    Read more about Is Cheese Addictive?
  • Author and vegan activist Gary Yourofsky is shown along side the words “Are bivalves vegan - Gary Yourofsky interview series”

    Are Oysters Vegan? | Gary Yourofsky & The Vegan Black Metal Chef

    Are bivalves considered vegan? Are they sentient? Do oysters, clams, and mollusks have a place in a vegan diet? In this interview, vegan activist Gary Yourofsky and the Vegan Black Metal Chef share their 2 cents

    Read more about Are Oysters Vegan? | Gary Yourofsky & The Vegan Black Metal Chef
  • Close up of the face of a horse being ridden for dressage; her chin is drawn in at an unnatural angle due to the rider pulling on the reins attached to a metal bit in her mouth.

    Horse Riding Cruelty: Effects of the Bit

    Can bits be used ethically? Or are they decidedly cruel no matter how skilled the rider? Let’s take a deeper look at the impact bit usage has on horses—both physically and psychologically.

    Read more about Horse Riding Cruelty: Effects of the Bit
  • A woman riding a horse through a field at dusk; the horse is saddled, bridled, and bitted, with the reigns held by the woman.

    Is Horse Riding Cruel? Is It Vegan?

    What’s the vegan stance on horseback riding? A complex subject with many facets, horse riding is a controversial topic within the animal rights community. What’s the bottom line on riding horses: cruelty or companionship?

    Read more about Is Horse Riding Cruel? Is It Vegan?
  • Emily Moran Barwick of Bite Size Vegan is shown holding a large knife above her head. She is in the process of bringing it down on to a poor defenceless apple.

    Vegans Kill Plants! (Warning: GRAPHIC PLANT VIOLENCE)

    The argument goes that if vegans are REALLY concerned with reducing pain and suffering, what about all the innocent plants losing their lives to feed vegans? Do plants feel pain?

    Read more about Vegans Kill Plants! (Warning: GRAPHIC PLANT VIOLENCE)
  • The image shows a close up of a honeybee as if in the process of eating honey.

    Is Honey Vegan? Healthy? Humane?

    Is honey vegan? Let’s explore the answer through the lenses of animal intelligence, environmental impact, and the ethical issues of beekeeping.

    Read more about Is Honey Vegan? Healthy? Humane?
  • a close up of a pig's face in the foreground with 5 or more in the background in a mud pit

    Is It Moral to Eat Meat?

    If we can’t talk about where our animal products come from and what the animals go through to become “products,” how can we stand to eat them? As Gary Yourofsky says, if it’s not good enough for your eyes, why is it good enough for your stomach?

    Read more about Is It Moral to Eat Meat?

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