Steven Lee August, known as The Vegan Heretic, leverages his background in entertainment to engage audiences on the ethical and theological reasons for veganism. He confronts common religious arguments supporting meat-eating, aiming to reframe them through a lens of compassion and scriptural analysis. His central thesis is that true Christian values align with vegan principles, promoting mercy and kindness toward all creatures.
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Faith and Veganism
Vegans vs The Verses invites readers on a heartfelt journey through scripture, examining commonly cited passages related to animal consumption. Drawing from personal experiences and spiritual reflections, the book encourages Christians to consider a compassionate lifestyle aligned with biblical teachings. It's an invitation to explore how faith can guide ethical choices in today's world.
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I offer engaging, multimedia presentations up to 60 minutes in length, customized for festivals, churches, schools, and community gatherings. Each talk is rooted in my personal journey — from meat-eating entertainer to faith-driven vegan — and designed to be both challenging and deeply respectful.
Using the metaphor of a magic trick, I explore how our culture — including the church — has been subtly taught to look away from animal suffering. Audiences discover how we were misdirected and what it means to "see" again with spiritual clarity.
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This talk explores the most common Bible verses used to justify eating animals. I share how I once used them the same way — and how my perspective changed through prayer, study, and conviction. This session is designed to invite—not confront.
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I’m open to respectful debates and roundtable conversations that allow both sides to be heard. My goal is not to win arguments, but to plant seeds of compassion.
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An interactive session designed for those looking to communicate difficult truths with love and clarity. Includes role-playing and real-life scenarios drawn from years of experience.
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