Speaking on Channel 7's Sunrise, James Aspey spoke for the first time in twelve months – answering host Andrew O'Keefe after being questioned as to why he took his vow of silence.
Aspey travelled around Australia, spreading his message and highlighting "[the] cruel ways in which humans currently exploit other animals for food, clothing, entertainment and testing."
Getting the idea after a 10-day meditation retreat where he did not speak a word, Aspey decided to use his year long silence as a protest to the ways animals are treated.
He maintained a blog during the year, documenting his struggles and thoughts throughout the protest.
