Dr. Shawn Baker Podcast Say THIS To Vegans! | Dr. Shawn Baker & Elias Gudwis
Dec 23, 2024
Elias Gudwis, a German philosopher and author of "Homo Carnivorus," shares his journey from veganism to a carnivorous diet. He dives into the philosophical implications of food choices and critiques common vegan arguments. The conversation explores the anthropology of human diets, suggesting our ancestors thrived on meat, and examines the links between meat consumption and cognitive evolution. Elias highlights the sustainability debates around veganism and shares insights into meat preferences in Germany, shedding light on the growing carnivore movement.
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Vegan to Carnivore Journey
- Elias Gudwis was vegan for nine years, starting at 15, but developed gastrointestinal issues.
- Reintroducing meat was challenging due to his identity being tied to veganism and activism.
Self-Radicalization and Doubt
- Elias Gudwis's vegan radicalization stemmed from the unchallenged premises of meat's unhealthiness and environmental damage.
- Doubts about these premises, along with personal health issues, led him away from veganism.
Homo Carnivorus: A Literature Review
- The book "Homo Carnivorus" explores the anthropological, nutritional, environmental, and ethical aspects of meat consumption.
- It challenges common claims about meat being unhealthy, environmentally damaging, and morally wrong.