Archive for November, 2011
Eat More Kale
Posted on30. Nov, 2011 by Mariann Sullivan.
Sometimes the way to make change by way of the law isn’t to go out and get a law passed, and isn’t to go out and sue someone. Sometimes the best way to make a splash is just to go…
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Your Chance to Win a $100 Gift Certificate to MooShoes!
Posted on29. Nov, 2011 by Jasmin and Mariann.
It is pretty much impossible for us hens to believe, but the 100th episode of our podcast is coming up in less than 2 weeks. We are thrilled to let you know that MooShoes – the fantabulous…
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Grant Opportunity: Pro Bono Research for AR Groups
Posted on28. Nov, 2011 by Jasmin Singer.
We’ve told you about the Humane Research Council’s Grassroots Research Fund before. “The world’s most comprehensive database of public opinion and behavior research about animals and related environmental issues” is at it again, offering, through their Grassroots Research…
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Episode 98: “…find the common ground that will bring us together in our efforts.”
Posted on26. Nov, 2011 by Jasmin and Mariann.
Welcome to the 98th episode of Our Hen House, featuring Cheri Ezell-Vandersluis from Maple Farm Sanctuary and Bill Crain from Safe Haven Farm Sanctuary.
In today’s episode, we will tell you about everything from our excursion…
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Labels Schmabels. Just Change the World!
Posted on25. Nov, 2011 by Jasmin Singer.
There is this activist – excuse me, person – I know who resides in Montana and spends her time doing vegan feed-ins for people who work at spay and neuter clinics, or organizing community-wide vegan spaghetti nights to raise awareness…
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India Animals: Ruminations from an American Vegan
Posted on24. Nov, 2011 by Kyle Knies.
We are so excited to have one of our favorite contributors, Kyle (“el Gallo”) Knies, back in Our Hen House. Here, Kyle tells us about his recent trip to India and, as always, he connects everything he experienced and learned…
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Here’s an Idea! Holiday Cooking Classes for Kids
Posted on23. Nov, 2011 by Jasmin Singer.
Public Eye, the Philadelphia-area organization that focuses on the connections between animals and humans, with a strong bent on the arts (check out their recent exhibit exploring animal imagery), recently hosted a program that is not only exciting in…
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Win a Copy of “Spork-Fed: Super Fun and Flavorful Vegan Recipes from the Sisters of Spork Foods”
Posted on22. Nov, 2011 by Sally Tamarkin.
Ever since November hit, I’ve noticed that my Twitter feed, Facebook timeline, and news feeds are eerily voicing declarations of my private inner monologue. It’s as if some ventriloquist is throwing my inner voice to the internet. Either all of…
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Remembering Marti Kheel: “My hope is that we can ultimately find the common ground that will bring us together in our efforts.”
Posted on21. Nov, 2011 by Jasmin and Mariann.
It is with a sad and heavy heart that we here in Our Hen House share with you the loss of a truly remarkable friend and animal activist, Marti Kheel. Marti lost her battle with leukemia on Saturday, leaving a…
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Episode 97: “Conformity is the jailer of freedom and the enemy of growth.”
Posted on19. Nov, 2011 by Jasmin Singer.
Welcome to the 97th episode of Our Hen House, featuring Kim Stallwood.
In today’s episode, Jasmin will tell you about her vegan whirlwind trip to San Francisco, including the food, the rad, and smugly. Meanwhile, back in New…
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“Eating Animals” — The Play
Posted on18. Nov, 2011 by Jasmin Singer.
When I was in college studying for my BFA in Theatre, I certainly played my fair share of roles — Queen Elizabeth in Mary Stuart, Charlotte in Flora the Red Menace, and, as part of my senior thesis, a one-woman-show…
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Book Review (AND GIVEAWAY): “Healthy Eating, Healthy World” by J. Morris Hicks
Posted on17. Nov, 2011 by Visiting Animal.
Carrie Forrest, the mastermind behind the wildly popular blog, Carrie on Vegan (one of our go-to blogs for healthy recipes and insightful commentary), is joining us today as our guest reviewer. Carrie, who is currently a graduate student in public…
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Call for Art and Photos: “Souls Awakened: The Animals Who Have Shaped Us”
Posted on16. Nov, 2011 by Jasmin Singer.
The National Museum of Animals & Society is launching an online art and photo exhibit to “highlight the various ways in which animals have influenced us.” Entitled “Souls Awakened: The Animals Who Have Shaped Us,” this exhibit promises to…
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Commercial Street: Window Shop Online for Facts About Animal Exploitation
Posted on15. Nov, 2011 by Sally Tamarkin.
Imagine an alternate (vegan?) reality in which a nutritional or product label, rather than disclosing carbs per serving or instructions for wash and care, told consumers the true origins and impact of each item as well as how animals were…
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Fun, Fun, Fun Food Activism
Posted on14. Nov, 2011 by Mariann Sullivan.
We’ve just gotta get to Austin one of these days. The last time I was there, which, I cannot tell a lie, was in the 1970′s, I saw Kinky Friedman and the Texas Jew-boys. Chances are, times have changed,…
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Episode 96: “If we believe absurdities, we shall commit atrocities.”
Posted on12. Nov, 2011 by Jasmin Singer.
Welcome to the 96th episode of Our Hen House, featuring Elizabeth Hess.
In today’s episode, we will tell you about our trip to Jersey, including the activism talk we gave in Montclair, and the vegan restaurants…
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Bonus Gallery Supports Vegan Artists and Animal Rights Non-Profits
Posted on11. Nov, 2011 by Sally Tamarkin.
As a new vegan, I am thrilled to keep discovering that unexpectedly delightful cruelty-free alternatives aren’t just for nacho platters and ice cream sundaes. I can’t believe how much of my life I can compassionify. Sure, some of it I…
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“Eco-Pirate”
Posted on10. Nov, 2011 by Mariann Sullivan.
It’s almost impossible to quantify the number of people who have been introduced to thinking about animals in a new way by Paul Watson and the organization that he heads up, the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society.…
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Dogs and Law Enforcement
Posted on09. Nov, 2011 by Mariann Sullivan.
It’s not all that often that the United States Department of Justice produces a resource to help animals, so we are thrilled to see their recent publication of “The Problem of Dog-Related Incidents and Encounters.”
Designed primarily for…
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This Little Piggy Went to Court
Posted on08. Nov, 2011 by Mariann Sullivan.
It’s not that often that the Supreme Court hears a case that is important to animals. But tomorrow is the exception. Argument will be heard in National Meat Association v Harris, in which the court will decide whether…
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One Hundred Crosses to Remember Animal Victims
Posted on07. Nov, 2011 by Jasmin Singer.
We are newly smitten with the Spain-based International group, Animal Equality, for their World Vegan Day display held last week at the Centre of Madrid. According to their Facebook page, to recognize World Vegan Day, the…
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Episode 95: “You have to wake the people up first, then you’ll get action.”
Posted on05. Nov, 2011 by Jasmin and Mariann.
Welcome to the 95th episode of Our Hen House, featuring Will Potter from Green is the New Red.
In today’s episode, we will tell you all about our trips to New Orleans and Boston – both of which…
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Commit to a Pit
Posted on04. Nov, 2011 by Jasmin and Mariann.
If there is one thing that makes us happy, it’s hearing about artists who are using their talent to spread the good word about animals. And if there’s one thing that makes us ecstatic, it’s hearing about people who are hell-bent…
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“Pigeon,” A Play
Posted on03. Nov, 2011 by Mariann Sullivan.
I have to admit that I know nothing about Dame Miriam Rothschild, who was a British naturalist, chemist, inventor and environmental activist who died in 2005 at the age of 96. But having heard about a new play…
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Vegan Knitting is Here (NEW VIDEO!)
Posted on02. Nov, 2011 by Mariann Sullivan.
I have always wanted to be that person. The one who could just turn out beautiful scarves, hats, sweaters, etc., etc., just by sitting on the couch and magically and effortlessly twirling her needles. Alas, I am, instead, the perennial…
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“Happy Thanksliving!” Coloring Zine (Really, You NEED This)
Posted on01. Nov, 2011 by Jasmin Singer.
Just because I watch cartoons in the morning and occasionally have been known to cuddle a teddy bear (or stuffed elephant) as I drift off to sleep (hey, no shame here) does not mean that I am emotionally…
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