The speaker recounts a failed attempt to produce a high-quality YouTube video with a guest, Raphaela, due to disagreements on various topics, including veganism and social issues. Despite initial excitement and preparation, the speaker decides not to publish the video after learning about Raphaela's controversial views on topics like LGBTQ+ rights and feminism. The speaker also shares their personal journey towards veganism, emphasizing the ethical treatment of animals and encouraging others to consider veganism for animal welfare. The video ends with the speaker expressing hope that their message will inspire others to explore veganism further.
Here are the key facts extracted from the text:
1. The speaker had planned to upload a video featuring Raphaela, a militant vegan.
2. The speaker had rented a studio and flown in Pepe, an editor from Dubai.
3. Raphaela became unfriendly to Pepe when she found out he wasn't vegan.
4. The speaker had prepared questions for the video, but things took a turn when discussing critical topics.
5. Raphaela made comments about trans people, the LGBTQ+ community, and women that the speaker found incompatible with their values.
6. The speaker decided not to upload the video due to Raphaela's comments.
7. The speaker had been a vegan for a while and had initially been anti-vegetarian and anti-vegan.
8. The speaker became vegan after watching a documentary about the dairy industry.
9. The speaker finds it easier to be vegan and feels better not supporting the animal industry.
10. The speaker hopes to inspire others to consider veganism and protect animals.
11. The speaker has a sleeve (presumably a tattoo sleeve) and ends the video with a message of love.
Note: Some facts may be mentioned multiple times in the text, but I've only listed each fact once in the above list.