I once worked with a guy who was a health nut. He was 44 and didn’t look a day … More
Category: Mike Favata
On Whataboutism
When I first learned about whataboutism it was a revelation. Although the term harkens back to the days of the … More
Are Vegans Ascetic?
The recent death of Anthony Bourdain was an untimely and tragic event. It speaks well of him that he … More
A Christian Case for Veganism
Here at the Reasoned Vegan, there’s no point in trying to keep our biases a secret. The very term “reason” … More
What Stopped Sam Harris From Going Vegan?
Sam Harris is part of a long list of intellectuals—among them Richard Dawkins and Steven Pinker—who have flirted with veganism, but don’t seem to practice it themselves, for one reason or another.
Answering the Question “Why are you Vegan?”
Sometimes seemingly simple questions are hard to answer.
Soylent May Not Be the Path to a Vegan World, but it’s a Useful Tool
Only Silicon Valley can take an old idea and give it such an ambitious rebirth. There’s nothing new about meal … More
Consequentialist Veganism
Veganism should focus more on consequences and less on strict, quasi-religious rules.
Beyond Willpower 3: Gratitude, Compassion and Pride
Willpower runs out, so here’s how you stop relying on it when making a change.
Beyond Willpower 2: Small Steps
Some tips for enacting, and sustaining, a vegan lifestyle.