#0021 - What I Saw at 10 Changed Everything – David Ramms

from Whereabouts Tales | Stories of Belonging and Immigrant Experiences · host Paul Puscas | Stories of Belonging and Cultural Exploration

At just 10 years old, David Ramms saw a video that shattered his view of the world — and he's never looked at food the same way since. In this raw and deeply personal conversation, David opens up about growing up vegetarian, becoming a full-time vegan activist, and the brutal truths he’s uncovered inside farms and slaughterhouses across Europe.We talk about desensitization, the psychology of the meat industry, moral choices in a modern world, and what it really takes to create change. Whether you’re vegan, curious, or skeptical — this episode might challenge everything you think you know about what’s on your plate.🎙️ Full of hard truths, surprising insights, and moments of reflection — this is one of our most powerful episodes yet.🔔 New episodes every Friday🎧 Follow Whereabouts Tales for stories that go beyond borders — and comfort zones.👇 Let us know what moved you in the comments.📺 Subscribe, review, and share if it hit home.#DavidRamms #VeganPodcast #AnimalRights #EthicalEating #WhereaboutsTales #PodcastYou can find the blog version of the article thru the following link https://www.whereaboutstales.com/episodes/0021🎙️ Whereabouts Tales explores expat experiences, personal growth, and inspiring life stories from around the world.🔔 Subscribe for new episodes every Friday at 17:09!🌐 Find us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Amazon Podcasts▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️Enjoyed this story? Hit that subscribe button - it's free, and it means you won't miss any of our future Whereabouts Tales. We've got some amazing stories coming up!▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️Want to start your own podcast? We record our interviews using Riverside.fm - the best platform for high-quality remote recordings. Get 15% off your first three months by using our link: https://www.riverside.fm/?via=whereaboutstales. What we love about Riverside is their local recording feature that ensures crystal-clear audio quality even with unstable internet connections, perfect for international interviews like this one. Plus, their separate audio and video tracks make editing a breeze.▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️if you are interested in sharing your story in our show please go to https://www.whereaboutstales.com/book and book a 15 min slot to discuss the details▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️Chapters00:00 David Rams: An Advocate for Animal Rights06:17 The Impact of a Vegetarian Upbringing12:28 Investigations into Animal Cruelty18:19 The Role of Investigative Journalism in Animal Rights23:20 Open Farms and Animal Welfare28:37 The Dark Side of Dairy Farming34:01 Comparing Human and Animal Suffering39:18 The Science of Animal Consciousness45:43 The Role of Meat Replacers53:22 Navigating Processed Foods and Health58:59 The Disappointment of Processed Foods01:02:16 Animal Welfare and Personal Choices01:04:48 The Ethics of Hunting01:10:42 Bow Hunting and Its Justifications01:17:32 The Role of Activism in Veganism01:24:13 The Evolution of Vegan Discourse01:31:07 Cultish Mindsets in Veganism and Politics01:34:25 Activism Through Global Experiences01:37:27 Finding Hope Amidst Despair01:40:26 Vision for the Future of Activism01:43:22 Rapid Fire Insights on Veganism01:50:21 Legacy and Lifelong Commitment to Change

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