Dismantling the Patriarchy: A Conversation with Vegan Politician Georgie Purcell
Welcome to The Plant Based News Podcast, where we deliver pioneering vegan news and ethical views weekly. Today we are joined by a very exciting guest, Georgie Purcell.
Georgie Purcell is an Australian politician and a member of the Animal Justice Party. She was elected as the Member of the Legislative Council for Northern Victoria in November 2022, making her the second AJP MP in Victoria and the third in Australia. She is also a lawyer, a unionist and an advocate for women’s rights and reproductive health.
Georgie is a vegan herself and has been vocal about the benefits of plant-based food and lifestyle for animals, people and the planet. She has also challenged some of the myths and misconceptions that surround veganism in the mainstream media and society.
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Host: Robbie Lockie
Editor: Polly Foreman
Audio Editor: Phil Marriott
Social Media: Darrell Sawczuk
Producer: Xisca Taylor
00:00:00 An Introduction to Georgie Purcell
00:02:39 Discovering the vegan lifestyle
00:04:30 The power of the Earthlings documentary
00:07:06 The benefits and challenges of making the switch to veganism
00:10:30 Dealing with the challenges of growing up within a predominantly meat-eating environment
00:13:09 Culture and toxic masculinity inc. Gamechangers trailer clips and Pork On Your Fork ad
00:19:25 Getting involved in Politics
00:24:18 The Patriarchal System
00:30:05 Improving the lives of animals within abusive industries
00:35:28 International Women’s Day: Wearing Online Gendered Abuse
00:39:22 Sexism and Misogyny: How can this behavior be addressed?
00:45:37 Some of MP Georgie Purcell’s effective campaigns for animal welfare
00:53:45 Inspiring people to be more politically active
00:57:26 Stranded on a desert island
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