I was all set to come down on Jimmy Fallon for making fun of those who made a big deal about Whole Foods incorrect labeling causing some vegans to have eaten real chicken instead of 'chick'n'. Especially if the reason for being a vegan is one of compassion for animals and the belief that not eating meat is a way to protest the ill treatment of animals, incorrect labeling and consumption of meat unawares would be very upsetting. I am sure this incident may have been the fodder for some humor on the late night shows, and since insult humor seems to be the genre of the late night, I don't want to come down too hard on Jimmy Fallon. I just don't really want to watch them (I do watch Stewart and Colbert, however, since they have many redeeming qualities).
BUT, when I went to search for more information on this incident, I found a video from another one of Jimmy Fallon's shows and an interview with Alicia Silverstone - a famous and 'easy to like' vegan. So, I watched the video. In her usual style, she was funny and calm, AND convincing in her enjoyment and advocacy of the vegan food choices. The video does not show that Jimmy Fallon was convinced or even liked the vegan offerings, but he did have her on his show and she is such a delightful spokesperson for the cause. Just having her on the show and letting her do her thing has redeemed him. So, now that I got that off my chest, here is the clip with Alicia. Her website is called the kind life. Check it out. I hope people at least try some of these alternate 'meats' - seitan, tempe, tofu - they can be made into some very tasty meals. You don't have to give up flavor to be a vegan - really, it's true!!!!! Keep the faith.