[Script Info] Title: [Events] Format: Layer, Start, End, Style, Name, MarginL, MarginR, MarginV, Effect, Text Dialogue: 0,0:00:05.40,0:00:07.24,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,The main focus for new Vegans should always be Dialogue: 0,0:00:07.24,0:00:09.44,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,eliminating meat, dairy and eggs Dialogue: 0,0:00:09.58,0:00:12.16,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,It is not always practical or financially possible to replace Dialogue: 0,0:00:12.16,0:00:15.31,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,every non- Vegan product that has already been purchased Dialogue: 0,0:00:15.56,0:00:18.50,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,The damage has already been done once the product is bought Dialogue: 0,0:00:18.50,0:00:20.70,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,But once you deeply connect with Veganism, Dialogue: 0,0:00:20.88,0:00:24.78,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,it often becomes uncomfortable to wear clothing made from animals Dialogue: 0,0:00:24.97,0:00:27.07,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,And as clothing becomes old and worn out, Dialogue: 0,0:00:27.07,0:00:31.03,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,you have a responsibility to replace all products with more ethical ones Dialogue: 0,0:00:31.39,0:00:33.72,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,The main industries which use animals for clothing are the Dialogue: 0,0:00:33.72,0:00:36.75,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,fur, leather, wool, down and silk industries Dialogue: 0,0:00:38.42,0:00:41.83,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,Most animals used for fur live and die on fur farms Dialogue: 0,0:00:42.33,0:00:45.41,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,Animals like mink, rabbits and foxes are kept in small cages Dialogue: 0,0:00:45.41,0:00:48.34,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,which cause a lot of physical and emotional stress Dialogue: 0,0:00:48.48,0:00:51.80,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,They're fed meat byproducts unfit for human consumption Dialogue: 0,0:00:52.16,0:00:54.74,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,And they're killed in ways which protect their fur Dialogue: 0,0:00:54.99,0:00:58.99,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,Some methods like neck breaking, poisoning and anal electricution are common Dialogue: 0,0:00:59.04,0:01:01.66,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,While fur clothing is becoming less fashionable, Dialogue: 0,0:01:01.99,0:01:04.54,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,fur trim coats and boots are still popular Dialogue: 0,0:01:05.16,0:01:07.62,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,Although finding faux fur should be simple, Dialogue: 0,0:01:07.62,0:01:10.41,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,it is often cheaper to produce real fur than faux fur Dialogue: 0,0:01:10.45,0:01:12.98,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,So some companies lie about their materials Dialogue: 0,0:01:12.98,0:01:16.54,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,meaning a product labelled as fake fur could still be made from an animal Dialogue: 0,0:01:16.54,0:01:20.97,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,The easiest way to avoid fur is to buy clothing without any kind of fur or faux fur Dialogue: 0,0:01:21.10,0:01:22.94,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,But if you do want to buy something, Dialogue: 0,0:01:22.94,0:01:26.92,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,you can look on the Humane Society's list of certified faux fur companies Dialogue: 0,0:01:27.10,0:01:30.79,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,And if you pull the hair back, you will see either a skin or fabric backing Dialogue: 0,0:01:31.31,0:01:34.06,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,If you want to be certain about it once you've purchased it, Dialogue: 0,0:01:34.06,0:01:36.42,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,cut a few pieces of hair off and burn it Dialogue: 0,0:01:36.67,0:01:39.28,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,If it's real, it's smell like burnt human hair Dialogue: 0,0:01:39.73,0:01:41.72,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,If it's fake, it'll smell of plastic Dialogue: 0,0:01:41.83,0:01:43.71,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,If you find that it is real, Dialogue: 0,0:01:43.71,0:01:46.39,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,you can take it back to the shop where you purchased it Dialogue: 0,0:01:46.59,0:01:50.17,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,The fur industry has become a popular target for activists to critisise Dialogue: 0,0:01:50.17,0:01:52.77,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,”Shame on you for supporting the fur industry!” Dialogue: 0,0:01:52.77,0:01:54.73,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,But the leather industry's just as cruel Dialogue: 0,0:01:54.94,0:01:57.96,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,People think that leather is merely a byproduct of the beef industry Dialogue: 0,0:01:57.96,0:02:01.96,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,but there is such a demand for leather that the animals are killed specifically for their skin Dialogue: 0,0:02:02.14,0:02:04.48,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,Most leather comes from India cows Dialogue: 0,0:02:04.85,0:02:07.98,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,To transport them to a place where they can be legally murdered, Dialogue: 0,0:02:07.98,0:02:09.34,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,cows are shoed and roped Dialogue: 0,0:02:09.34,0:02:12.96,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,then they're forced to walk through the heat and dust without food or water Dialogue: 0,0:02:13.12,0:02:15.76,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,Many animals collapse from the stress of this Dialogue: 0,0:02:16.03,0:02:19.00,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,When they become weak ans slow, their tails are repeatedly pinched and broken Dialogue: 0,0:02:19.00,0:02:21.17,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,in a sick attempt to get them moving Dialogue: 0,0:02:21.48,0:02:25.48,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,Handlers are in such a hurry that they use nose ropes and twist their necks and tails Dialogue: 0,0:02:25.83,0:02:29.53,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,They also use chili peppers and tobacco to keep the animals moving Dialogue: 0,0:02:29.63,0:02:33.63,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,They rub the pepper directly in their eyes in order to get the animal back on their feet Dialogue: 0,0:02:34.42,0:02:37.68,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,The men that load them into the trucks are often forceful and rough Dialogue: 0,0:02:37.88,0:02:39.58,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,The new experience of travelling combined with Dialogue: 0,0:02:39.58,0:02:42.59,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,a lack of food and water leads to severe nausea Dialogue: 0,0:02:42.73,0:02:46.27,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,Half of the animals are already dead before they arrive at the slaughterhouse Dialogue: 0,0:02:46.81,0:02:49.58,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,They're generally killed through hacking and sawing with a dull blade Dialogue: 0,0:02:49.58,0:02:52.16,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,and are usually killed in full view of each other Dialogue: 0,0:02:52.63,0:02:54.89,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,Leather can be sourced from many different animals including Dialogue: 0,0:02:54.89,0:02:56.85,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,alligator, sheep, pigs and deer Dialogue: 0,0:02:57.25,0:02:59.47,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,And there are many different names for different types of leather Dialogue: 0,0:02:59.47,0:03:02.12,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,Like buckskin, suede and shell cordovan Dialogue: 0,0:03:03.28,0:03:06.43,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,In spite of the incredible harm the leather industry causes, Dialogue: 0,0:03:06.67,0:03:09.18,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,real leather has become a symbol of quality Dialogue: 0,0:03:09.18,0:03:13.02,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,So clothing made from Vegan materials are often coated with tiny amounts of cow skin Dialogue: 0,0:03:13.02,0:03:16.80,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,so that they can be labelled as real leather to increase sales in the market price Dialogue: 0,0:03:17.12,0:03:19.92,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,Leather is probably the most common non- Vegan material Dialogue: 0,0:03:19.92,0:03:22.42,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,found in all kinds of clothing like bags, shoes, belts, Dialogue: 0,0:03:22.42,0:03:24.08,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,jackets and gloves Dialogue: 0,0:03:24.57,0:03:27.70,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,Since leather is more expensive than syntehtical alternatives, Dialogue: 0,0:03:27.70,0:03:30.13,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,products are usually labelled as real leather Dialogue: 0,0:03:30.13,0:03:32.16,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,which is easy to spot and avoid Dialogue: 0,0:03:32.28,0:03:34.34,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,Cheap products like shoes, bags and wallets are often Dialogue: 0,0:03:34.34,0:03:35.70,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,made from pleather Dialogue: 0,0:03:35.70,0:03:37.29,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,which is plastic leather Dialogue: 0,0:03:37.49,0:03:39.89,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,There are also fake leather products made from PVC and Dialogue: 0,0:03:39.89,0:03:43.63,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,high quality products made from materials like cork, kelp and microfibre Dialogue: 0,0:03:44.03,0:03:47.80,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,There seems to be a myth that all faux eather products are inferioir to cow skin Dialogue: 0,0:03:47.90,0:03:50.54,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,While cheap, poorly produced faux leather does break down quicker Dialogue: 0,0:03:50.54,0:03:54.49,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,due to cheaper subtitute ingredients being used in the manifacturing process Dialogue: 0,0:03:54.69,0:03:57.03,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,High quality leather alternatives are strong and durable Dialogue: 0,0:03:57.03,0:03:58.51,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,and have a long lifespan Dialogue: 0,0:03:59.05,0:04:01.05,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,Most clothing will have a clear label Dialogue: 0,0:04:01.31,0:04:04.68,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,For shoes, look on the inside of the heel or the underside of the tongue Dialogue: 0,0:04:04.96,0:04:07.20,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,There should be a stamp somewhere saying something like: Dialogue: 0,0:04:07.20,0:04:10.20,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,”Leather upper” or ” All man made materials” Dialogue: 0,0:04:10.28,0:04:13.00,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,Although sometimes there are just stickers with symbols Dialogue: 0,0:04:13.21,0:04:16.98,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,If it's made textile, man made materials or other materials, Dialogue: 0,0:04:16.98,0:04:18.77,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,they won't contain leather Dialogue: 0,0:04:19.09,0:04:22.26,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,But don't be afraid to email companies or ask in shops Dialogue: 0,0:04:25.46,0:04:28.56,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,Most people think that wool is just like a haircut for sheep Dialogue: 0,0:04:28.56,0:04:29.79,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,so it can't be unethical Dialogue: 0,0:04:30.71,0:04:34.58,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,But just like the fur and leather industries, the wool industry is driven by profit Dialogue: 0,0:04:34.94,0:04:37.71,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,So the most efficient methods will always be used Dialogue: 0,0:04:38.18,0:04:40.39,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,Sheep in the wool industry have been genetically modified to Dialogue: 0,0:04:40.39,0:04:42.76,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,produce far more wool than they actually need Dialogue: 0,0:04:42.90,0:04:45.55,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,This is a lot like breaking someone's leg and then giving them a wheelchair Dialogue: 0,0:04:45.55,0:04:47.31,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,and expecting praise Dialogue: 0,0:04:47.82,0:04:49.97,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,And regularly sheering causes nicks and cuts Dialogue: 0,0:04:49.97,0:04:52.10,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,And in order to prevent the excess attraction of flies and Dialogue: 0,0:04:52.10,0:04:54.07,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,a condition called ”flystrike”, Dialogue: 0,0:04:54.07,0:04:56.28,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,the wool industry practicecs mulesing Dialogue: 0,0:04:56.43,0:04:59.10,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,This is a cruel procedure in which part of a sheep's flesh is cut off Dialogue: 0,0:04:59.10,0:05:01.68,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,of his or her hindquarters without anesthesia Dialogue: 0,0:05:02.44,0:05:04.63,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,When sheep get older, they stop producing as much wool and Dialogue: 0,0:05:04.63,0:05:06.73,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,they're sent off to slaughter as they're no longer Dialogue: 0,0:05:06.73,0:05:08.09,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,seen as profitable Dialogue: 0,0:05:09.30,0:05:11.98,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,Just like leather, wool is a very common material Dialogue: 0,0:05:11.98,0:05:15.00,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,which is found in things like coats, jumpers, socks and hats Dialogue: 0,0:05:15.18,0:05:18.19,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,You can buy alternative clothing using materials like rayon, cotton, Dialogue: 0,0:05:18.19,0:05:20.94,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,hemp, linen and bamboo as well as synthetics like Dialogue: 0,0:05:20.94,0:05:22.97,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,acrylic, nylon and microfibre Dialogue: 0,0:05:23.39,0:05:25.95,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,Just make sure to check the label and avoid clothing containing Dialogue: 0,0:05:25.95,0:05:27.34,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,any types of wool Dialogue: 0,0:05:28.91,0:05:31.24,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,The down industry plucks feathers from geese and ducks Dialogue: 0,0:05:31.24,0:05:33.76,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,which causes considerable pain and distress Dialogue: 0,0:05:34.16,0:05:37.21,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,While their feathers are being torn out, their skin is often torn open Dialogue: 0,0:05:37.21,0:05:40.67,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,because the workers are always instructed to be as quick as possible Dialogue: 0,0:05:41.26,0:05:44.02,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,Buying down also supports the foie gras industry Dialogue: 0,0:05:44.35,0:05:48.35,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,This produces profit by selling the feathers of the force fed ducks and geese Dialogue: 0,0:05:48.82,0:05:52.72,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,Down feathers are found in coats, jackets and other insulated products Dialogue: 0,0:05:53.19,0:05:56.66,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,But fortunately there are plenty of coats made of materials like cotton and polyester Dialogue: 0,0:05:56.66,0:06:00.19,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,with synthetic insulation like primaloft and thinsulate Dialogue: 0,0:06:00.58,0:06:03.32,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,So look on the label or item description for down for words like Dialogue: 0,0:06:03.32,0:06:04.22,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,duck and goose Dialogue: 0,0:06:04.22,0:06:06.33,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,And then look for alternative products Dialogue: 0,0:06:07.71,0:06:10.78,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,In the silk industry billions of potentially sentient silkworms are Dialogue: 0,0:06:10.78,0:06:13.71,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,steamed or gassed alive in their cocoons every year Dialogue: 0,0:06:13.71,0:06:16.10,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,so that we can use their silk to make clothing Dialogue: 0,0:06:16.37,0:06:19.33,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,Silk is found in clothing like dresses, scarves and underwear Dialogue: 0,0:06:19.79,0:06:21.97,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,But there are plenty of alternatives made from materials Dialogue: 0,0:06:21.97,0:06:24.55,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,like rayon, nylon, milkweed seed pod fibres, Dialogue: 0,0:06:24.55,0:06:26.48,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,tencel, silk- cotton tree filaments, Dialogue: 0,0:06:26.48,0:06:29.16,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,ceiba tree filaments, polyester and lyocell Dialogue: 0,0:06:29.47,0:06:33.04,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,Also avoid the other silk containing materials which are listed below Dialogue: 0,0:06:35.32,0:06:38.35,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,Most everyday clothing items are made from materials like polyester, Dialogue: 0,0:06:38.35,0:06:40.64,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,cotton and acrylic and are Vegan Dialogue: 0,0:06:41.54,0:06:44.26,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,For example, most t- shirts and trousers are made of cotton Dialogue: 0,0:06:44.26,0:06:48.04,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,and a lot jumpers and hoodies are made from acrylic or polyester and cotton Dialogue: 0,0:06:48.53,0:06:51.41,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,Although it might seem like an extra effort checking labels initially, Dialogue: 0,0:06:51.84,0:06:55.12,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,you'll quickly get to know which products and materials are and aren't Vegan Dialogue: 0,0:06:55.12,0:06:57.04,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,So eventually it'll be effortless Dialogue: 0,0:06:57.43,0:07:00.52,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,But for some products like shoes and belts you might need to look online Dialogue: 0,0:07:01.30,0:07:04.29,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,It's not widely known but a lot of shoes made from Vegan materials Dialogue: 0,0:07:04.29,0:07:06.29,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,do contain animal based glues Dialogue: 0,0:07:06.68,0:07:08.90,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,By emailing a company, you might be able to find out Dialogue: 0,0:07:08.90,0:07:12.34,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,but in many cases not even the companies know what the glues are made of Dialogue: 0,0:07:12.80,0:07:16.18,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,The good news is that synthetic glues are now replacing animal based glues Dialogue: 0,0:07:16.65,0:07:18.68,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,So don't let this discourage you Dialogue: 0,0:07:19.22,0:07:21.04,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,Just always do the best you can Dialogue: 0,0:07:21.44,0:07:24.36,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,In the booklet below I've included link to all the best online stores Dialogue: 0,0:07:24.36,0:07:26.58,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,for buying Vegan shoes and clothing Dialogue: 0,0:07:28.92,0:07:31.30,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,It's important to mention that Vegans should always strive to Dialogue: 0,0:07:31.30,0:07:34.92,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,buy the most ethical and environmentally sustainable clothing possible Dialogue: 0,0:07:35.56,0:07:39.04,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,We're all accustomed to buying extremely cheap yet unethical products Dialogue: 0,0:07:39.14,0:07:41.96,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,So buying Vegan, organic and fairtrade clothing can seem too Dialogue: 0,0:07:41.96,0:07:43.63,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,expensive for most people Dialogue: 0,0:07:44.41,0:07:46.87,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,The best way to overcome this is by buying secondhand Vegan Dialogue: 0,0:07:46.87,0:07:48.58,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,clothing from charity shops Dialogue: 0,0:07:49.16,0:07:50.98,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,And it's also a good idea to become a minimalist Dialogue: 0,0:07:50.98,0:07:53.14,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,and only buy clothing that you really need Dialogue: 0,0:07:53.66,0:07:56.74,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,This is the most ethical and environmentally sustainable way to live Dialogue: 0,0:07:57.41,0:07:59.89,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,Some Vegans believe that second hand leather or wool products Dialogue: 0,0:07:59.89,0:08:01.36,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,are acceptable to purchase Dialogue: 0,0:08:02.08,0:08:04.92,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,While they do technically cause no extra harm to animals Dialogue: 0,0:08:05.51,0:08:08.56,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,they do help promote the idea that animals should be commodified Dialogue: 0,0:08:08.70,0:08:12.24,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,If you're not okay with wearing shoes made from abused and killed human skin, Dialogue: 0,0:08:12.39,0:08:14.92,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,you shouldn't be wearing cow skin shoes either Dialogue: 0,0:08:16.05,0:08:17.86,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,Just as with Vegan cometics, Dialogue: 0,0:08:18.24,0:08:20.48,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,keep in my mind that many new Vegans choose to use up Dialogue: 0,0:08:20.48,0:08:22.63,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,and wear out all non- Vegan products Dialogue: 0,0:08:23.02,0:08:24.56,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,It's okay to do this Dialogue: 0,0:08:24.92,0:08:28.29,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,Don't let arrogant people try to call you out for being inconsistent Dialogue: 0,0:08:28.62,0:08:31.03,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,Remind them that Veganism is about eliminating animal products Dialogue: 0,0:08:31.03,0:08:33.01,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,as far as possible and practicable Dialogue: 0,0:08:33.42,0:08:36.46,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,Wearing out old clothing doesn't undermine your ethics Dialogue: 0,0:08:36.91,0:08:39.08,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,As always, check out the booklet below which contains more Dialogue: 0,0:08:39.08,0:08:41.91,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,detailed information and links to Vegan friendly shops Dialogue: 0,0:08:42.36,0:08:44.98,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,I also have complete guides to Vegan food and Vegan cosmetics Dialogue: 0,0:08:44.98,0:08:46.36,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,So check those out too Dialogue: 0,0:08:46.71,0:08:48.37,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,And if you want to help support me in creating Dialogue: 0,0:08:48.37,0:08:50.11,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,helpful resources like this one, Dialogue: 0,0:08:50.11,0:08:51.71,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,which take weeks to make, Dialogue: 0,0:08:51.71,0:08:54.45,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,please visit my Pateron page and consider donating Dialogue: 0,0:08:54.53,0:08:56.56,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,And if you need help progressing to a Vegan lifestyle, Dialogue: 0,0:08:56.56,0:08:58.42,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,email me or add me on Skype Dialogue: 0,0:08:59.40,0:09:00.89,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,Thank you for watching