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A seated figure, their back to the camera is shown under a dark and ominous sky. The figure looks toward a city skyline in the distance. They are surrounded by the rubble of a collapsed building and the discards of modern life.

What lessons are we leaving for the next generation? When we take account of our actions, there is one commonality that crosses all human-created boundaries of cultures, countries, ethnicities, genders, ideologies and religions - it unites us in our humanity.

What Will Your Legacy Be?

Emily Moran Barwick of Bite Size Vegan is shown looking into the camera.

This is the greatest lie ever told. Whispered to us as children. A deception so deeply entrenched in our collective unconscious we buy into it without question. Become complicit in its propagation. This is the lie we tell ourselves. Listen closely. Unlearning isn't easy.

The Greatest Lie Ever Told | Slam Poem

Medieval knights and fighting men are shown below a castle. Overlaying the image is the text “History of Veganism Part 2”

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.

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

Author and vegan activist Gary Yourofsky is seen next to the words: “I will not stand by.” Overlaying the image of Gary are the words: ”Non-graphic version”.

This is the non-graphic version of Gary Yourofsky’s incredibly powerful slam poem. For those who want to share the poem but not the graphic imagery, I created this non-visual version. This poem was written by Gary Yourofsky in 1996

“I Will Not Stand By” | A Powerful Slam Poem 19 Years in the Making [Non-Graphic Version]

Author and vegan activist Gary Yourofsky is shown along side the words “I will not stand by”

This incredibly powerful slam poem was written by Gary Yourofsky in 1996 and is finally reaching the public in video form. Gary calls for us to face the reality of our actions both as a collective society and as individuals.

“I Will Not Stand By” | A Powerful Slam Poem 19 Years in the Making

Emily Moran Barwick of Bite Size Vegan is shown sitting in a chair with her beloved bulldog, Ooby at her side and looking up at her. Emily is reading from a large book. Behind the tree is a fully decorated festive tree.

it’s a Bite Size Christmas Special: celebrate your holiday with this veganized version of the classic poem "Twas the Night Before Christmas" thought I’d have a little fun with the poem and re-frame it in a fresh, vegan perspective.

‘Twas the Night Before Christmas| Vegan Edition

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  • A seated figure, their back to the camera is shown under a dark and ominous sky. The figure looks toward a city skyline in the distance. They are surrounded by the rubble of a collapsed building and the discards of modern life.

    What Will Your Legacy Be?

    What lessons are we leaving for the next generation? When we take account of our actions, there is one commonality that crosses all human-created boundaries of cultures, countries, ethnicities, genders, ideologies and religions – it unites us in our humanity.

    Read more about What Will Your Legacy Be?
  • A fully dressed person is shown underwater. They are lit from above. The seabed is visible in the background. The person is arching backwards; their arms are at their sides and their legs bent at the knees. Air bubbles are escaping from their mouth.

    The Last Day Of Your Life

    Today is the day you die. You have right now. This very moment. And nothing more. I’d like to tell you it will be peaceful. I’d like to tell you there’s nothing to fear. But today, on the last day of your life. I WILL NOT LIE TO YOU.

    Read more about The Last Day Of Your Life
  • The phrase: never known hunger is written in large capital letters on a white board. Each word is a different color: red, blue and orange and the letters are outlined in black.

    Never Known Hunger | Draw My Life

    I long to be empty. I ache with fullness. I can’t take any more. It’s getting harder to move. Harder to breathe. Harder to live. I hunger for hunger itself. This is my story. Please watch. Please listen. Please hear me. I’m not the only one.

    Read more about Never Known Hunger | Draw My Life
  • Emily Moran Barwick of Bite Size Vegan is shown looking into the camera.

    The Greatest Lie Ever Told | Slam Poem

    This is the greatest lie ever told. Whispered to us as children. A deception so deeply entrenched in our collective unconscious we buy into it without question. Become complicit in its propagation. This is the lie we tell ourselves. Listen closely. Unlearning isn’t easy.

    Read more about The Greatest Lie Ever Told | Slam Poem
  • The words "MY final break down" are written in large colorful letters on a whiteboard.

    My Final Breakdown | Draw My Life

    It’s time now. I have nothing left to give. I’m empty and ruined. This is my story. My beginning and my end. This is my final breakdown. Please watch. Please listen. Please hear me. I’m not the only one.

    Read more about My Final Breakdown | Draw My Life
  • 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
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