In this week’s episode, we sit down with Sophie Wilcher, a dedicated animal rights activist and investigator with Farm Transparency Project whose journey has led her into some of the most confronting places in Australia’s ‘food’ system.

After beginning her advocacy through street outreach, vigils, and community activism, she soon stepped into investigative work. In 2019, she entered her first factory farm, rescuing hens from a caged-egg facility and exposing the hidden realities of farming in Australia.

Since then, Sophie has spent six years participating in direct actions, documenting conditions inside slaughterhouses and farms, and rescuing hundreds of animals from these places. She shares their stories online to help people see them as the precious individuals they are.

This episode is a powerful and deeply human insight into what it takes to expose the truth, and how to have hope for the future despite having seen the worst of humanity.

Follow and connect with Sophie on Instagram: @thesophiemouse

Details for the Animal Rights Forum:

February 21st-22nd 2026

Sydney Masonic Centre

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In this episode, we sit down with filmmaker and marine conservation advocate Andre Borell, co-founder of the Envoy Foundation and director of the 2021 documentary, Envoy: Shark Cull which exposed Australia’s shark control programs and the global fight to protect our oceans.

In our chat, Andre shares how his lifelong love for marine animals led him to expose the devastating impact of shark nets and drumlines, and why these outdated methods fail to keep swimmers safe. We break down why they provide a false sense of security, and the non-lethal alternatives that can protect both humans and wildlife.

We also explore the incredible work of the Envoy Foundation, how a documentary project turned into an international movement, and the urgent environmental issues the team is tackling right now.

If you care about ocean conservation, science-backed solutions and the power of community — this episode is a must-watch!

About Envoy Foundation: envoy.foundation

Watch Envoy: Shark Cull: envoy.foundation/projects/envoy-shark-cull

Sign the petition: change.org/nosharkcull

Connect with Andre: linkedin.com/in/andreborell/

Details for the Animal Rights Forum:

February 21st-22nd 2026

Sydney Masonic Centre

More information at animalrightsforum.org/

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In this week’s episode, we sit down with Peter Varvaressos, the ingenuitive mind behind some of Sydney’s most loved vegan food businesses: Greens Supermarket, Vandal and Kimusabi. From creating a community hub for plant-based groceries to redefining sushi and Mexican street food, Pete has played a huge role in shaping Sydney’s vegan food culture.

We start by exploring Peter’s background, having grown up around his parent’s catering company and how that influenced his career path. He shares the moment he realised there were major gaps in the vegan food scene and how that insight inspired him to create businesses that are innovative and loved by even the harshest of critics.

Pete walks us through the biggest mistakes he sees vegan food businesses make, and the key ingredients that have contributed to his long-term success in a rapidly changing industry.

Pete is passionate and constantly dreaming up the next venture, so tune in to get the scoop on what new ideas are brewing and where to follow his journey.

Connect with Pete:

Instagram: @greens.supermarket @vandal_sydney and @kimusabi.katering

Email: peter@greensfood.com.au

Details for the Animal Rights Forum:

February 21st-22nd 2026

Sydney Masonic Centre

More information at animalrightsforum.org/

Get tickets at: trybooking.com/events/landing/1460942

Support The Vegan Compass Podcast:

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