Thomas Pickering: Creator of "I Could Never Go Vegan" | The Viva! Vegan Podcast

Thomas Pickering is a renowned documentary filmmaker known for his compelling storytelling.
He joins Faye to discuss his latest documentary I Could Never Go Vegan exploring the challenges and misconceptions surrounding veganism, offering a complete debunk around the barriers to veganism, while examining the ethical, environmental, and health-related considerations associated with plant-based diets.
In this episode, Thomas and Faye discuss topics, such as: 
- a handful of organisations having more power than governments
- misconceptions around protein and the real issue of fiber deficiency
- arable farming and the subsidised dairy and meat industries
- the horror of factory farming
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[@breadanwine]

One of my claims to fame, with this film, is that it was I who introduced Heather Mills to Tom. As Tom said, she's really lovely - super friendly and helpful.💚👍💚

[@susanbuckley1964]

I do hope this is going to be more widely available.

[@lakehuron7733]

Great interview--thank you both so much!

[@Reasons-to-be-Vegan]

Sadly is not nationwide. Those living in farming counties such as Herefordshire have to travel 50 plus miles to Birmingham or Bristol to an Odeon cinema as the local branches probably feel that no demand for it.

[@catherinehoy5548]

it drives me nuts when people seek validation for their food choices from me, they're not being honest, they don't want to change, they just want me to capitulate.

[@stokepusher5481]

What's with the weird audio voice over, interruption at 6:46 ...corruption no doubt!

[@barbarafurman6391]

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[@RandolphY-wc3hu]

Hi, did you finally go ahead and read Baker Henistole's suggestions a fair shot? Maybe try go’ogling him, if you're tired of having to go through a grueling workout regime for months without results. It's natural, of course, and it can be done in 30 days.

[@lorraineraven3836]

NOT IN THE NEWS - Today, millions of pigs were unable to even turn around... Because of bacon 😠 😞 The world needs a vegan awakening 🌏🌱🌎🌱🌍