Vegan Abattoir

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When filmmaker KEVIN SMITH nearly died from a massive heart attack, his only begotten daughter HARLEY QUINN convinced him to try a plant-based diet for 2 months. 2 years later and still not dead, the Dad asked his Daughter to join forces so the two can provide plant-based answers to the Vegan-curious questions they get from a meat-eating and dairy-drinking audience.


The only thing that gets slaughtered here is misinformation!


Dare you enter the Vegan Abattoir?


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  • LittlePlant foodtruck
    Thank you!
    For an awesome Father and Daughter! Thank you for what you are doing to spread the message and only slaughter miss information about veganismo! In these times we can all make a little difference at a time and hope that change happens. Our friends the Animals thank you!
  • Listening Since Before my iPod
    Vegan for Decades and Big Kevin Fan
    The fact that I’m only here in January of 2024 is crazy. I blame the podcast network practice of only promoting fellow network shows, because I would have been here years ago if anyone on NPR, Maximum Fun, or Earwolf, or the ex-Scientologist shows mentioned you. I usually can’t handle the long meandering off topic introductory parts of a show, but I didn’t mind it here. Maybe because knowing Kevin, I like his meandering. One irony, I went from omnivore to vegan in the 15 minutes or so that it took me to read “Downed Cow,” in PETA’s “Meet Your Meat” handout. So, I appreciate the fact that their voice resonates with some of us.
  • D3ADSTER
    Why did you stop?
    I'm a non-vegan listener, but im a huge fan of kevin smith and his work so listening to his daughter and him talk about something they're are passionate about (more Harley in terms of passionate) is pretty interesting and they are both funny which makes listening not a boring ad about being a vegan
  • Partyhall
    Delightful Dad Daughter Duo
    These two are hilarious, their relationship is adorable, and it’s informative! LOVING both bingeing this one!
  • katherants13
    Thanks for making this!
    Please release more episodes! I am so curious who the guest you mentioned in the last episode will be :)
  • cinderelochka
    What a gem!! More please!!
    I miss you guys!!! This is a rare gem that stands out amongst a heavily saturated podcast world. I am so stoked for this series and can’t wait for more episodes. I relate to Kevin and his journey and as a new-is vegan believe me, I have listened or tried EVERY vegan pod and most are somewhat alienating for a rebel like me… Yet here lies Kevin and his beautiful and smart and witty spawn and they are great and I can’t wait for more eps. Thanks, y’all.
  • mary ann appigney
    Amazing favorite vegan people on podcast
    Favorite role model. Kevin Smith. Awesome daughter Funny and podcast. Dad and daughter I love.
  • Sophocles101
    This is amazing!
    This podcast is amazing, started working nights and searched under Kevin Smith under podcasts and found this one! Been vegan for about a year now and love hearing all these things, love the dad/daughter dynamics and just LOVE! Kevin’s pop culture references that always go over Harleys head, Kevin I feel like you’ve failed your daughter with her not knowing all these great shows/movies you are referencing, anyways really hope for season 2 sooner than later.
  • follow baked.patato.summet
    Love it!
    I love this podcast. I wish where were more pods talking about animal cruelty and explaining veganism in a such a fun way.
  • midget dinosaur
    Amazing
    Love this podcast! First heard of it at the live shows at Smodcastle and decided to give it a try. Hope there will be more live shows of this in Jersey would really love the opportunity to go!
  • MNCS?!
    First Appearance
    I haven’t heard any of the older ones but I was part of the Live Show on July 9th randomly interjecting making the father daughter duo smirk and laugh! I brought my two daughters (I call them Yoga Hosers) to the show as well… it’s the best time I’ve ever had learning about broccoli!!! Hoping for a call back like Brodie in Mallrats🤪🤣 P.S. to Kevin… can I send you my chronic con VIP pass from Reboot? My daughter wanted “Harvey” to sign it instead of you🤦🏻‍♂️… Superdads Unite!!!
  • Dustin Hausner
    Not preachy, just personable
    I really like the balance you found between the fun back and forth between the two hosts in the beginning then the informative interviews for the rest. It is down to earth and relatable. A wonderful podcast. Looking forward to the NJ Live Show!!!
  • AlaskaSweet
    Let Her Talk
    Love you two and def gave you 5 stars but let her talk dad!! It drives me nuts cuz I really want to hear what she has to say and not have to wait forever to hear it!!
  • Abbey Something
    Love this approach...
    ...to such a polarizing subject. Fun, conversational, relatable. Never preachy or too in your face, but it does help make the connection to the benefits to making the switch. Not just about ethics. Not just about health. Not just about the environmental impact. About all of it, but it’s never too much. I so appreciate this take on things. Will be recommending this to many.
  • Highlighting saggy
    Father and Daughter duo having fun conversations on passions
    This podcast isn’t a super scripted conversation which allows for authentic funny moments of a father daughter duo. I enjoy how they explore veganism and podcasting, they combine their passions and use these elements with help from the world of technology, experience, and professionals to « abattoir » slaughter the misinformation surrounding veganism. I am early 90s baby, I grew up watching Kevin Smith’s work, then I have been an avid listener of the Rich Roll Podcast where I heard the 1st episode with Kevin Smith. I was shocked, « That Kevin Smith! » with Rich Roll, my world of geek-dom and plant based health and wellness collided. Then I heard the 2nd episode of RRP featuring Kevin and Harley Smith led me to the Vegan Abattoir. It nice to hear a fun conversation instead of a super saturated informative podcast, it is fun and it is edgy. Thank you for putting this wonderful content out into the world.
  • va-options
    Impatiently waiting the return from hiatus
    Love y’all like family. Can’t wait for the return!!!!!
  • Film Score Nerd
    WOW!! The Entitlement!!
    First off, I agree with her on the milk thing. It is completely unhealthy and gross and have mostly cut out milk products. But if I had condescendingly told my dad that he didn’t have the right to drink milk he had bought in his home I would have been Rightfully smacked!! My favorite part was when she somehow knows more about what causes heart attacks the a CARDIO-THORACIC SURGEON!!!!! She then takes her recovering heart patient father to eat BEYOND BURGERS. Hey Harley, why don’t you ask your nutritionist friend how much Sodium is in those things then You can condescend to the doctor to ask what SALT does to blood pressure!!!
  • philthykazols
    Vegan is beautiful
    Absolutely love this! Can’t believe I didn’t know of this podcast until now. I’ll be binging until caught up. You two rock! Thank you
  • wonderbros_mike
    100% delightful :)
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  • Jessie Choong
    Truly butchering!
    A truly inspiring podcast that really reflect how my vegan journey has been and develops. Truly interesting guests and topics that gives vegan-curious people and already vegans some validation and endorsement to see new POVs about veganism.
  • davluvr
    Yasssss
    Love love love the episode with Eddie Garza! Sometimes it’s hard for me to explain to my family in Mexico that it’s pretty easy and affordable to not eat meat, and this podcast definitely helped me with new ways to make that point. Thank you!
  • gregsully
    Lovely easy listening show, delving into great topics like Bee’s with whit and wisdom to boot!
    For the last few months, I have enjoyed this easy listening podcast by the ever talented Harley Quinn Smith, who features a cavalcade of wonderful people including the fellow Podcast host Kevin Smith. The topics are very interesting, and whilst I truly hope that Kevin installs a Bee hive, to provide transient bees like the lovely assortment of colourful bees, that took up residence in my back garden this summer. Including some that looked like house flys, so the poor guy can have some golden grams like vegan cereal with donated honey from the hive! Truly I enjoy listening to this podcast, because the main host, Harley Quinn Smith is truly a wonderful person who is passionate about many things including the environment and animals. A inspirational person who has a kind and caring heart. Who I have been following on Instagram for a while now, because of similar passions to protect and conserve. But I came to this from a tweet by Kevin Smith and have been listening to the great episodes :0)
  • MommaLola3
    Newly vegan
    I have been a vegetarian all of my life but am newly vegan and it is great to listen to different people’s journeys/reasons for being vegan. I have learned a lot and look forward to more episodes soon!
  • Serena Fox
    Enjoyable...most of the time.
    At first I found the banter between father and daughter entertaining... But dad talks WAY too much!!! Please stop interrupting your daughter and let her finish a thought!! Super frustrating and annoying and each time I think I can’t stand anymore...mercifully Harley finally gets to start her guest interview! This is by far the best part of these podcasts! Harley is an incredibly gifted interviewer! She asks great questions, gives plenty of time for answers, and then always has a kind, thoughtful, intelligent response without talking too much about herself. Bravo young lady and thanks for spreading the Vegan message! I’d love to give you 5 stars but sorry...too much nonsense at the beginning of most shows!
  • angrywalket
    Kev brought me in but I’m staying for Harley
    I am not a vegan but I have a respect for those who are. I enjoy listening to people talk about things they feel passionate about, and Harley is passionate. Each show she comes a little bit more into her own. Dad and daughter work well off of each other, but I enjoy Harley’s interviewing enthusiasm. I’m only 3 episodes in but I plan on sticking around.
  • comiccon mama
    Love this!!!
    I have family members that are vegan and are the biggest preachers and it makes me nuts! I love the understanding that not everyone can do the vegan lifestyle and accept those for where they are. Thank you thank you thank you
  • Jaff Gordo
    Hurry up
    You owe us extra episodes.
  • Dantethedark
    Really a Life Changer
    It's dorky, it's fun, it's even a woman sharing some laughs with her father. But what it is more than anything... is an eye opener. I've been an meat eater all my life. And at the same time, I've always loved animals and been... disturbed? If that's the best way to put it... by the idea of harm coming to them. So I ate meat, and I told myself that it was okay. That these animals were already dead and I couldn't change it, so I shouldn't waste what's there. I justified the "need" to eat meat by telling myself that it was necessary to keep the figure I want. I've spent years going from a dorky unhealthy Star Wars loving kid, to a dorky fit Star Wars loving adult. And had developed a lean, high-protein diet to keep me eating healthy as well. So how could I possibly stop eating meat? I'd seen all the expensive dietary supplements and knew I couldn't afford that diet. If I gave up meat, it would mean I would have to give up the figure I'd built. But I was wrong! First, this show caught my attention because it was funny. Then, it kept me interested because I enjoyed learning about the subject. Now, it's got me doing research and is giving me the tools and knowledge to do it with! Next... Is a healthier me. Physically, mentally, morally.
  • the bee and the crown
    Love it
    I love this podcast. It fun but at the same time goes over serious things. The banter between Harley and Kevin is hilarious. Great information and interviews.
  • UNHOLY__CREEPSHOW
    Love the podcast
    I’ll be honest I started listening to this podcast because I love all of Kevin Smith podcasts but I also love animals and I must say after 6 episodes in I’m looking for local Vegan restaurants and wanting to start making a difference in my eating habits and doing my part in making a small difference keep rocking and killing it
  • Jonboy3933
    Best one yet
    Best one yet always been a fan of your dads but now definitely a fan of yours ps your dad was the reason I went vegan to get healthy for my family
  • EricObie
    A fathers love and a powerful woman
    Listen I came into this podcast with nothing but love and admiration for Kevin as I love his films but hearing how intelligent and articulate Harley is kept me hooked from the first episode. I am a three year vegan and all your episodes so far are phenomenal, even with there quarks! The organic father/daughter relationship gives me hope that when my 4 year old is your age, her and I will be able to speak as freely as you guys do!
  • JR0352
    Great show
    Thanks for starting vegan Abattoir! I’ve been vegan for 7 years and have been trying to find a way to get my daughters to convert. Like without making them feel pressured. The fact that you are part of a younger generation gives them the perspective and better understanding of someone their age being able to live a vegan lifestyle. And that’s just a brief summarization of how this show has impacted our lives! So thank you. Can’t wait to see what the future holds for us being a completely vegan family 😊
  • jlewis1881
    Harley Quinn and Not-So-Silent Bob
    I had recently watched the [highly recommended] Game Changers documentary for the very first time and was left feeling very inspired to make the transition out of my carnivorous lifestyle. So, on a road trip from Texas to Colorado and back, I binge listened to all 11 episodes of the Vegan Abattoir podcast! I’ve enjoyed them on many different levels in the realms of education and entertainment. Kevin, thank you for not being Silent Bob in sharing your turnaround story. It’s amazing to see how big of an impact plant-based nutrition can affect us for the better and even heal us. Glad you decided to stick around! Keep up the good work, my man... in all of your endeavors. Harley Quinn! One of my favorite DC characters (the Batman: The Animated Series version of Harley Quinn is my personal fave) and now the real Harley Quinn Smith is becoming one of my favorite podhosts and inspirational role models. I enjoy your wholesome attitude and passion for veganism. I hope to gain the full discipline very soon. It’s a struggle at the moment. Keep inspiring us!... and keep laughing! I’m a hard egg... er nut.. to crack, but I caught myself smiling often from your genuine life-loving laugh! 😆 Harley, I’m a little bummed that you stopped reading the reviews. I very rarely write reviews, but I wanted to write this one specifically for you! Just wanted you to know that you are doing a great job, and that I appreciate you spreading the message in a big way. Thanks Y’all! 😉
  • ThatGirlHasNoName
    Best Father/Daughter duo in the biz!
    Kevin and Harley Quinn are so much fun to listen to, all while covering really important topics! Always a pleasure to pop these two in my ear.
  • TegaCayCard
    Great show
    I have a predisposition for heart trouble similar to Kevin. My daughter also got me to go vegan at age 52. I truly think it saved my life. With cholesterol not budging I got it down to a crazy low 112 total after going WFPB at her nudging. The kids will lead us thank god. Love the show. The interviews are great. I particularly liked the H2O interview. Great questions and it flowed well. Tim.
  • Jedit 315
    At once hilarious and informative
    Have a good laugh and learn something too, with Harley Quinn and Kevin Smith. Enter the Abatoir!
  • Jesse Bramhall
    Wow! What an Amazing podcast!
    My mom and I are vegan and we listen to this podcast every week via FaceTime! I love this podcast! Mom and I don’t see each other often because of Covid and we live 17 miles apart. Since I don’t want to take the public transport and give her COVID I do a bike ride there to visit. So we do a lot of FaceTime media and she loves this podcast and Fatman Beyond! The new editor is doing great work!
  • Vilms13
    Funny informative podcast
    Update: Does Kevin have a “mute” bottom?! Geez! It’s getting really hard to continue listening- her dad is getting annoying interrupting her and mocking her? I guess that’s the voice he is constantly doing. I became vegetarian 3 months ago and listening to the wealth of information this podcast provides makes it possible to think I can become vegan. I love Harley’s voice and how she conducts the interviews; what drives me crazy is how much her dad interrupts her... please let her talk! Kevin, I understand you are excited about sharing your opinions but the audience is also interested in Harleys journey.
  • Toni Okamoto
    Fun and informative!
    Great podcast busting misconceptions about vegan living! Thanks for all the good you do in the world, especially for farmed animals. 🙏🏽
  • Winter Meadows
    New Vegan
    Hi Harley! Love the podcast! I’m a new vegan and I would love to hear some of yours and your dads tips when transitioning to this lifestyle. Also I’d love to hear your favorite recipes!
  • ___nessa
    One month vegan and counting....
    Been vegan for a month now! Love this podcast. I have always loved both Kevin and Harley. Love their sense of humor. This has absolutely helped in my vegan adventure!
  • Michelle Cehn
    Love, love, love this show!
    Thank you for making vegan living so relatable and crushing myths one episode at a time. I binged the episodes and can’t wait for more!! - Michelle :)
  • Joe X Mclaugglin
    Very entertaining
    I basically never write reviews but since Harley seems to love them so much I wanted to write one. This show is super entertaining. I heard her and her dad on the Rich Roll podcast and just loved listening to them. It is hilarious the way Kevin picks on Harley and the interviews are also very informative.
  • Car__Car
    Amazing
    This podcast is a perfect blend of comedy and information. It has expanded my knowledge of animal rights so much. This pod has definitely enhanced my reasoning for being vegan and gave me more talking points to my friends/family. The fact that Harley is such a beautiful and amazing human being is a big plus too!!!
  • Klrw
    Awesome show
    Great podcast, new to veganism and loving their super gentle approach to it. Honestly the banter is hilarious and I just love them.
  • Dana Sulky
    So good
    Go vegan! Kevin and Harley are so cute and hilarious. Can the Smith’s please adopt me?
  • Tal0malo
    Love the show
    Love love love the show. And it’s so cool Harley is with Disney like I am with Pokémon, super Mario and resident evil. You should do son in quarantine on Quibi
  • Karilynndegr
    Hi Harley!
    Had to leave a 5 star review because I love the podcast and I also felt bad listening to Harley talk about how much she checks the reviews 😂 I’m vegan-curious and I’ve started to do my own research after listening to the podcast and did my first full vegan grocery shopping recently after I heard about the vegan street fair virtual thing on here - it’s so great!
  • Live.Run.Veg
    Love Harley!
    These 5 stars are for Harley as I am loving her energy, laughter and interviews. She is so genuine and a joy to listen to If I could I would give Kevin 4 stars. I love his humor and I burst out laughing when he makes fun of Harkey but he just needs to stop interrupting her every time she tries to tell a story!! A story that could have been 3 minutes is over 10 because Kevin keeps cutting her off. Besides that, keep up the good work you do. Vegan for life 💚💚
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