Viva! Vegan Podcast #65 Sam Carter: Architects vocalist, Sea Shepherd ambassador and activist
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Mar 1, 2022 
Join Sam Carter, the passionate lead vocalist of Architects and Sea Shepherd ambassador, as he dives into the worlds of veganism and animal rights. He shares his journey to veganism and the pivotal moments that sparked his activism. Sam discusses the power of disruptive protest and the inconsistencies in human empathy toward different animals. He also highlights his work with Wonder Dog Rescue, sharing heartwarming rescue stories, and emphasizes the importance of using one’s platform for advocacy. Get ready for a compelling conversation filled with optimism for a plant-based future!
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Systemic Change Over Individual Blame
- Sam argues big systemic actors drive emissions more than individual small actions, so blame shouldn't fall solely on consumers.
- He says protest and interference (not polite signs) are necessary to force change and start conversations.
Activists Fill Regulatory Gaps
- Sam criticises enforcement gaps where activists must act because police or regulators fail to intervene.
- He links hunt saboteurs and marine defenders as necessary because official systems often protect harmful industries.
Seeing Animals Sparks Moral Change
- Sam highlights how urban life makes farmed animals faceless and disconnects people from their suffering.
- He says direct contact with animals (seeing cows or calves) can trigger ethical shifts toward vegetarianism or veganism.
