056: The Moment Everything Changed for Kathleen Gage and Why Awareness Is the First Step Toward Compassion

Sometimes the shift into veganism doesn't happen all at once. It happens in layers. A documentary. A book. A conversation. And then one day something clicks so deeply that you can never see the world the same way again. In this special episode of the Better Life for Animals Podcast, the tables are turned as Kathleen Gage, the producer behind the show and founder of Vegan Visibility, steps in front of the microphone. Host Cheryl Moss sits down with Kathleen for an honest and deeply reflective conversation about the moment she fully connected the dots between the animals we love and the systems that exploit them. What began as a personal journey for health evolved into a life mission centered on compassion, awareness, and amplifying the voices of those working to protect animals. Together, Cheryl and Kathleen explore the emotional awakening many people experience when they begin to understand the reality of factory farming and why education, storytelling, and community support are essential for creating lasting change. They also discuss the growing work of Better Life for Animals, including the spotlight being placed on animal sanctuaries across the country and the innovative programs designed to support them. More on Kathleen Gage at: https://www.veganvisibility.com More on this episode at https://www.betterlifeforanimals.com/podcast/056-kathleen-gage