Vegetarian Videos
- What Does The Vegetarian Resource Group Do?
- A Hunter's Guide to His Vegetarian Daughter and His Vegan Son
- 2017 Video Contest Winners
- Generation Compromise|Our Food VS The Environment by Emma Josephson
- Vegetarian Diet by Rachel Massey
- Vegetarianism has been my goal by Theo Lumpkins
- Vegetarianism for moral reasons by Aimee Granger
- Nutritional Guide for a Vegetarian Athlete by Logan Mason
- Vegetarianism by Acsah Melgares
- 2015 Video Contest Winners
- BECOMING VEGAN: ALYSSA'S STORY by Shannon Giedieviells
- A GUIDE FOR MEAT EATERS ABOUT VEGETARIAN NUTRITION by Lonnae Hickman
- LOVE ANIMALS? LOVE VEGETABLES by Ava Lazar
- COMPASSION by Kimi Wenzel
- 2014 Video Contest Winners
- A VEGGIE ADVENTURE By Taylor Koch
- JERRY AND VEGETARIANISM By Jerry Fu
- HOW I BECAME VEGAN By Josie Rapacz
- VEGETARIANISM...THE WAY TO BE By Prerana Pai
- 2013 Video Contest Winners
- NO MORE MEAT By Noam Lautman
- NOW IS THE START By Sienna Scheid
- VEGETARIAN RAP by Alexia Lamb
- THOSE WITH NO VOICE By Kevin Guyer
- THE VEGGIE SHOP By Jordan Banafsheha
- 2012 Video Contest Winners
- Eat Drink Explore Interview John, VRG's Consumer Research Manager, interviewed by Randol White at Eat Drink Explore about tips for new vegetarians as part of their Vegetarian Challenge Week.
- Shifra Lerer, Comedienne, Makes Mock Chopped Liver In Funny Yiddish Video
- Other Videos
- Vegetarian Golden Tofu Pot
- Playlist
- Justin Timberlake - Bring It On Down
- Rancher's vegan wife sets out to save cattle
- Vegan restaurants gain popularity among non-vegans
- Vegetarian Resource Group Dinner | FNCE 2016 Plant Based Dietitian
- Other Resources
What Does The Vegetarian Resource Group Do?
"A Hunter's Guide to His Vegetarian Daughter and His Vegan Son"
2017 Video Contest Winners
Generation Compromise|Our Food VS The Environment
By Emma Josephson
Emma is a winner of The Vegetarian Resource Group video contest. Emma stated: I believe veganism is the answer to a lot of this planet's hurt environmentally; due to the large amount of resources used in the process of producing animal products. The more obvious effect it has, is that veganism promotes compassion to all living beings which can help create a more compassionate people in the world.
Vegetarian Diet
By Rachel Massey
Rachel is a winner of The Vegetarian Resource Group video contest. Rachel stated: I am interested in vegetarianism because it is a healthy, animal friendly, and exciting diet. I have always had issues with eating meat, and ever since I switched 5 years ago, I have been very content with my diet. I've been able to convince some friends to become vegetarian, and now I want to make a video to try to inform more people about vegetarianism.
Vegetarian Diet
By Theo Lumpkins
Theo is a winner of The Vegetarian Resource Group video contest. Theo stated: Vegetarianism has been my goal for almost as long as I can remember, and my reality for nearly 4 years. Everyday of my life I am reminded of the beauty of living a plant based life, and I want everyone to experience the joy just like I do, for themselves, and for our planet.
Vegetarianism for moral reasons
Aimee is a winner of The Vegetarian Resource Group video contest. Aimee stated: I am interested in vegetarianism for moral reasons, as I hope I've explained in my video.
Nutritional Guide for a Vegetarian Athlete
By Logan Mason
Logan is a winner of The Vegetarian Resource Group video contest. Logan stated: I am very interested in getting the best out of my body and vegetarianism has the benefits I am looking for. Studies have shown that human's bodies are better meant for a herbivore diet, and vegetarians are some of the healthiest people around.
Vegetarianism
By Acsah Melgares
Acsah is a winner of The Vegetarian Resource Group video contest. Acsah stated: Hello, my name is Acsah and I've been a vegetarian of almost 2 years now. My switch to vegetarianism came as a surprise for everyone around me because I grew up in a culture where meat is served at every party. Although that may throw people off, I think that vegetarianism does not exclude any group. Anyone can be a vegetarian, so long as they want to. I decided to switch over to a vegetarian diet because of my love for animals. As a child, I would always point out animal cruelty-in the circus, food, etc. Along with not wanting to support animal cruelty, I decided to become a vegetarian because of my health. Many diseases, like high blood pressure, runs in my family, so I want to prevent it while saving the animals. I don't see a difference between torturing a dog and torturing a chicken- they are both god's wonderful creation. Therefore, I want to look out for animals that "belong" to the meat industry in hopes that one day, I can make a difference. I hope that my video has shown a brief explanation to why I am a vegetarian. I enjoyed making it and I hope you enjoyed watching! Thank you for your time.
2015 Video Contest Winners
BECOMING VEGAN: ALYSSA'S STORY
By Shannon Giedieviells
Shannon is a winner of The Vegetarian Resource Group video contest. Shannon stated: My best friend, Alyssa, wanted to share her own story about her transition into the vegan lifestyle. I provided the technical skill to bring her story to life on screen. I think more people should open their minds to vegetarianism and veganism for the health benefits and other ethical reasons. My best friend and I love your organization and hope you enjoy the video and use it for promoting The Vegetarian Resource Group and educating the public on the lifestyle. Thank you for the opportunity to share my work and for my friend to share her story.
A GUIDE FOR MEAT EATERS ABOUT VEGETARIAN NUTRITION
By Lonnae Hickman
Lonnae is a winner of The Vegetarian Resource Group video contest. Lonnae stated: I am interested in a vegetarian lifestyle, because I am vegetarian! Also i just really enjoy how it is a healthier way of eating and feeling. It's been proven so many times that eating meat is terrible for you. I also don't agree with how many companies treat and kill their animals. It's just not ethical or right to not give any animal the life it's suppose to have. No animal should be locked in a small cage for it's entire life and then killed. That is the main reason as to why I've been interested in vegetarianism.
LOVE ANIMALS? LOVE VEGETABLES
By Ava Lazar
Ava is a winner of The Vegetarian Resource Group video contest. Ava stated: I am 11 years old. I've been vegetarian for 3 years because I love animals. I made this video to show more reasons for being vegetarian.
COMPASSION
By Kimi Wenzel
Kimi is a winner of The Vegetarian Resource Group video contest. Kimi stated: I became vegetarian when I was 11 out of my compassion for animals. I later become interested in nutrition which led me to veganism. Like many other American children, I was taught the importance of love and respect - veganism is a way for me to express those values.
2014 Video Contest Winners
A VEGGIE ADVENTURE
By Taylor Koch
Taylor is a winner of The Vegetarian Resource Group Video Contest. Taylor stated:I went vegetarian three years ago when meat began to hurt my stomach after eating it. After only the first week, I felt so much better. Since becoming vegetarian I've discovered all the environmental and economic benefits of vegetarianism, which in addition to health reasons, have led me to continue the diet.
JERRY AND VEGETARIANISM
By Jerry Fu
Jerry is a winner of The Vegetarian Resource Group Video Contest. He stated: I have always had a lot of respect and admiration toward vegetarians. But it was not until recently, I considered vegetarianism as part of my diet. I have always been interested in vegetarianism due to its water conservation and humane treatment of animals. But the cherry on top - the overwhelming health benefits - is what really led me to my final decision.
HOW I BECAME VEGAN
By Josie Rapacz
Josie is a winner of The Vegetarian Resource Group Video Contest. Josie stated: I think it's safe to say that I'm more than just interested in vegetarianism/veganism. I think being vegan is the purest and the most honest thing you can experience in this world. It's something I hope for everyone, and I wish people weren't so stubborn, so they could be open to the idea of veganism. I don't have that narcissistic way of thinking that the rest of the human race has; I know that human beings are the most intelligent species because of that amazing gap from animals to humans called 'language', but I know that animals weren't 'created' -if you believe in God- or meant for man to use selfishly. I think that animals should be living comfortably right next to humans, if not as their equals, as their friends. Animals should be respected as souls not much different than ours. Veganism makes me feel more connected to the Earth, and takes the guilt off of my chest because I can honestly say that I am cruelty free.
VEGETARIANISM...THE WAY TO BE
By Prerana Pai
Prerana is a winner of The Vegetarian Resource Group Video Contest. Prerana stated: I am an 11 year old girl. I am a vegetarian, and I am proud to be so. I am also very passionate about it as I am against animal cruelty. I have made a video to promote vegetarianism and hope to spread the message to the masses. I love all living things, and cannot bear hurting even a little ant. Then how can I eat a chicken, or a lamb? Even the thought of the agony and fear they must be going through when they are butchered to be eaten makes me very very sad. Though I admit that sometimes I get tempted when all my friends eat meat during parties, I stand by what I believe in and am proud to say that I have never given in to temptation.
2013 Video Contest Winners
NO MORE MEAT
By Noam Lautman
Noam Lautman is a winner of The Vegetarian Resource Group video contest. He stated, "I became interested in vegetarianism when I was about 10 years old. My uncle and his family took me to an upscale fish restaurant where they ordered lobster on a bed of rice. I had never seen such a thing before, and it was quite a shock to see a whole lobster sitting there, just as advertised, on a bed of rice. I could hardly look at it and went to eat at another table. Later my father told me that to cook a lobster, people buy it live and dump it in boiling water. That was my introduction to trying to eat in a more humane manner."
NOW IS THE START
By Sienna Scheid
Sienna Scheid is a winner of The Vegetarian Resource Group video contest. She stated, "I'm interested in vegetarianism because of the wastefulness of meat processing. I'm very environmentally conscious and I can't stand how much energy and water is put into producing even the smallest amount of meat."
VEGETARIAN RAP
By Alexia Lamb
Alexia Lamb is a winner of The Vegetarian Resource Group video
contest. Alexia stated,
"I have been a vegetarian for nine years, and it has honestly made me a happier and healthier person. I have been introduced to new things, new people and new experiences. It has made me feel better about myself and my environment, and become a big part of my identity. Because of all this, I love sharing my vegetarianism with others,
while encouraging them to give it a try too! Let's hope the video can
also speak for itself on why I'm so interested in vegetarianism. :)"
THOSE WITH NO VOICE
By Kevin Guyer
Kevin Guyer is a winner of The Vegetarian Resource Group video
contest. Kevin stated,
"I believe strongly in the ethical, health, environmental aspects of
veganism. I also love vegan food!"
THE VEGGIE SHOP
By Jordan Banafsheha
Jordan Banafsheha is a winner of The Vegetarian Resource Group video contest. Jordan stated, "Part of living in America is respecting various perspectives. By creating my humorous music video I hope to educate the public about a lifestyle I believe respects our planet."
2012 Video Contest Winners
Bedtime story for vegetarian kids, Tofu Tiger
Veggie Propaganda
Biti zdrav / Being healthy
Eat Drink Explore Interview
John, VRG's Consumer Research Manager, interviewed by Randol White at Eat Drink Explore about tips for new vegetarians as part of their Vegetarian Challenge Week.
Shifra Lerer, Comedienne, Makes Mock Chopped Liver In Funny Yiddish Video
Other Videos
Justin Timberlake created an unlikely sensation when he debuted a singing, rapping cup ‘o soup character who tormented a Salvation Army Santa with the catchphrase “give it on up to Homelessville.” Tonight, the character was back, this time as a giant piece of tofu, horning in on the turf of a sausage salesmen and professing his love of all things vegan by singing “bring it on down to Veganville” to top off each song. His performances ran the gamut, through parodies of Vanilla Ice’s “Ice Ice Baby” (“Brown Rice Baby” and Rihanna’s “We Found Love” (“…In A Meatless Place”). Given the costume, there was only one place the sketch could end up. You guessed it: the “Harlem Shake,” or in this case the “Vegan Shake.” |
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CATTLE RANCH CONVERSION
Vegetarian Resource Group Dinner | FNCE 2016 Plant Based Dietitian
By Katie Reines
Other Resources
- Vegetarian Nutrition Powerpoint by Christina Niklas, MPH, RD, LDN (a good tool for vegetarian nutrition presentations)
- Intro to Plant-Based Eating (pdf by Suzanne Sorensen, RD, LD, CDE)
- What do I eat when I don't eat meat? (PowerPoint presentation by Jim Dunn)
- Dr. Reed Mangels continues talking about the Vegan Life Cycle (The Dr Don Show; 09/20/13)