Vegetarian Star

Pete Bethune participated in a chat interview where several dozens of people jumped at the chance to ask the famous ex Sea Shepherd member questions about his life and philosophy on animals, the planet and food.
Although Sea Shepherd broke its ties with Bethune after learning he brought bow and arrows on a mission, he still speaks fondly of the organization, especially regarding its policy of eating vegan on the boat. People usually don’t complain about being hungry, for example.

“It is a good thing because many non-Vegans realize it is fine. Some people can change to Vegan / vegetarian through this and some don’t. For many people, getting to be Vegan is like an evolution. Many of us were raised in meat families, and we don’t just one day go Vegan. It takes time. I believe Sea Shepherd is good because it gives people the opportunity to experience it with chefs that really know how to cook good Vegan food.”

So what about that story about Pete eating the eye-fillet, otherwise known as a beef tenderloin for the animal flesh naive?

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Pete Bethune

Whaling activist Pete Bethune‘s legal activities have left his family, which include two adolescent daughters, at home anxiously awaiting updates on his case, and one of his teenager girls has spoken with the press. Despite the long stay away from home, the girls say it’s almost normal for them to be away from him for long periods of time, given the nature of his career. And 13 year old Alycia Bethune would like to follow in her dad’s footsteps.

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Pete Bethune

The Sea Shepherd Conservation Society has severed its ties with Pete Bethune after learning he brought bow and arrows along with him on a mission.

A letter written by Sea Shepherd deputy chief executive Chuck Swift on the organization’s website explains the decision to part with Bethune.

“The bow and arrows revealed to be on the Sea Shepherd vessel Ady Gil, and in the possession of Captain Bethune on that ship, are absolutely not in line with Sea Shepherd’s policy.”

“Even though we know Captain Bethune’s objectives were sincere, that the bow and arrows were never used in Sea Shepherd actions and that he certainly never intended to use the bow and arrows against any person, his decision to bring them on a Sea Shepherd campaign is unacceptable.”

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Season 3 of Whale Wars premieres this Friday at 9PM E/P, during the same week activist Pete Bethune‘s trial began for an alleged assault in Japan.

According to the Daily News, the prosecutor said Bethune threw an rancid butter bomb which injured a Japanese crewman, causing burns to his face.

According to Bethune, it was no more harmful that eating a chunk of the cholesterol, saturated filled spread on a piece of bread.

“It’s organic and biodegradable and would not harm anyone,” Bethune said.

Watch the sneak peak for this Friday’s premiere.

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Whale Wars Season 3 Promo Poster

Animal Planet has released the Whale Wars season 3 promotional poster featuring Australian director of Sea Shepherd, Jeff Hansen, who Ecorazzi thinks is a look alike for Pete Bethune.

Bethune was not available to pose for the poster though, as he is being held in Japan on charges of “trespassing, causing injuries, obstructing commercial activities, vandalism and carrying a weapon.”

Bethune was taken into custody after boarding ship Shonan Maru 2 in an attempt to make a citizen’s arrest of its captain.

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Earthrace Sea Shepherd

The Sea Shepherd Earthrace boat that was set to depart from Auckland Australia and begin the journey sailing the Southern Ocean to protect whales from Japanese whaling was delayed today.

According to Skipper Pete Bethune, “last minute fit out delays” will keep the boat docked for another week.

Bethune will have one more week to give into his dairy cravings, as crew members will once again be required to eat vegan during the Whale Wars filming.

“No more cheese or chocolate on the boat so that’s pretty hard,” Bethune said.

Quick, now’s the chance for Bethune to stock up on the vegan chocolate and nut cheese before the three month sail.

Bethune is not vegetarian by choice, but following the Sea Shepherd rules.

via brisbanetimes.com

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