The Bloody Vegans Podcast: Exploring personal stories from the vegan community

The Bloody Vegans Podcast aims to explore the personal stories of a whole range of folks from across the Vegan community. Whether you are vegan curious or a veteran vegan hearing the fascinating stories of Bloody Vegans from around the world is a must. We spoke to Jim Moore, founder of Bloody Vegans Productions to find out more…

Who are you and what’s your podcast about?

My name is Jim Moore, I am the founder of Bloody Vegans Productions, a podcast production company that produces The Bloody Vegans Podcast as well as other shows including The Veganuary Podcast, The Vegan Business Tribe Podcast, The Think Like a Vegan Podcast, Veggies Abroad and a host of other shows.

What’s the first podcast you ever listened to?

The first podcast I ever listened to was WTF with podcasting legend Marc Maron. I still listen to the show to this day and I have to say it has had a life changing impact.

Why did you decide to start podcasting in the first place?

Whilst I have been a podcast obsessive for well over 10 years it wasn’t until 2019 that I stumbled upon a reason to start my own. I had been vegan for 2 years but had never really found or participated in the vegan community and so I volunteered at my local Vegan Festival introducing guest speakers. By my own admission I naively thought up until this point that all vegans were fairly aligned in their world view, socially, politically etc. beyond not wanting to harm other animals and was taken aback by a question posed by a member of the audience to one of the speakers. The audience member described himself as a vegan but very conservative politically, this shouldn’t have surprised me as every community has diverse opinions but as I said I was rather naive. This experience sat with me for a day or two until I decided to go on a mission to showcase that the vegan community, like every community, consists of a diverse range of people and opinions. I chose to do this through the longer form interview format, leaning heavily on my love of Marc Maron’s oeuvre.

Which podcasts do you take inspiration from?

WTF, Kermode and Mayo’s Take, Films To Be Buried With and, I am biased as the show’s producer but, Think Like a Vegan is fantastic (not because of the producer I hasten to add). Emi Leese is an incredible host and human being and attracts some of the brightest minds to contribute their content.

Who’s your dream guest for the podcast?

I’m lucky to have ticked off 3 of my dream guests, namely Captain Paul Watson (founder of Greenpeace, Sea Shepherd & Neptune’s Pirates), Carol J Adams (a seminal American writer, feminist, and animal rights advocate) & Keegan Kuhn (Director of Cowspiracy, What The Health etc.)

What’s the biggest lesson you’ve learnt so far as a podcaster?

‘Just ask.’ So many guests you never thought would agree to come on your show will surprise you, just ask.

Which episode would you say is the perfect introduction to your podcast?

I would say the episode with Keegan Kuhn (Director) and John Lewis (BadAss Vegan) would be a great introduction but honestly if people listen to any of them, I am delighted.

Where can the Pod Bible readers find out more about you?

Search for Bloody Vegans Podcast wherever you get podcasts or if you’re interested in starting your own show and need some help then head to www.bloodyvegansproductions.com.

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