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https://media.blubrry.com/ourhenhouse/p/dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/ourhenhouse.org/podcastepisode616.mp3Podcast: Play in new windowOur Hen House welcomes Richie Bowie, Senior Editor of VegNews Magazine, for an engaging, critical conversation about what vegan media is and what it needs to be in order to change the world. Richie joins Jasmin to discuss how the misperception that veganism is a white movement has withstood the test of time despite the higher percentage …

https://media.blubrry.com/ourhenhouse/p/dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.ourhenhouse.org/podcastepisode615.mp3Podcast: Play in new windowOur Hen House is excited to welcome plant-based food advocate and political candidate Pearl Brunt to the podcast this week. Pearl is running for a seat on the Town Council in Pittsford, NY. She joins Mariann to discuss how her political aspirations intersect with her love of promoting healthy, ethical food choices and introducing people to plant-based …

https://media.blubrry.com/ourhenhouse/p/dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.ourhenhouse.org/podcastepisode614.mp3Podcast: Play in new windowThe incredibly talented Isa Leshko joins the podcast this week for an inside look into her one-of-a-kind photography book, Allowed to Grow Old: Portraits of Elderly Rescued Farm Animals. Isa’s black-and-white portraits of aging animals, members of species whose other members, numbering in the billions, are typically killed in their infancy, would make anyone think twice about …

https://media.blubrry.com/ourhenhouse/p/dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.ourhenhouse.org/podcastepisode613.mp3Podcast: Play in new windowDynamic vegan activist and speaker Joanne Kong, PhD, joins Jasmin on the podcast this week for an inspiring discussion about her personal journey into veganism and why she has dedicated herself to promoting veganism globally. Dr. Kong also provides insight into the brand new book that she curated and edited, Vegan Voices: Essays by Inspiring Changemakers, which …

https://media.blubrry.com/ourhenhouse/p/dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.ourhenhouse.org/podcastepisode612.mp3Podcast: Play in new windowOur Hen House is thrilled to welcome Kate Wall, Senior Legislative Manager for the International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW), to the podcast this week. Kate give us an overview of her work lobbying at the federal level and provides a detailed breakdown of the worsening biodiversity crisis and what can be done to limit it. The …

https://media.blubrry.com/ourhenhouse/p/dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.ourhenhouse.org/podcastepisode611.mp3Podcast: Play in new window▶ PLAY THIS EPISODE Cara Achterberg joins the podcast this week for an important conversation about the many dogs currently in animal rescues and shelters waiting for a home that may never come. Author of 2020’s One Hundred Dogs and Counting: One Woman, A Thousand Miles, and a Journey into the Heart of Shelters and Rescues, Cara …

https://media.blubrry.com/ourhenhouse/p/dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.ourhenhouse.org/podcastepisode610.mp3Podcast: Play in new windowLaura Reese, co-founder of Agriculture Fairness Alliance (AFA), joins the podcast this week for a riveting conversation about food and farm policy and how each of us potentially has the power to influence it. A former Silicon Valley engineer, Laura explains how she shifted from product planning to federal policy in hopes of helping farmers and policymakers …

https://media.blubrry.com/ourhenhouse/p/dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.ourhenhouse.org/podcastepisode609.mp3Podcast: Play in new windowOur Hen House couldn’t be more excited to welcome youth activist Genesis Butler back to the podcast, this time joined by her powerhouse mom, Genelle Butler! In this awe-inspiring conversation, Genesis and Genelle share how the cruel reality behind chicken nuggets encouraged the 14-year old activist to stop eating meat at only three years of age. Genelle …

https://media.blubrry.com/ourhenhouse/p/dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.ourhenhouse.org/podcastepisode608.mp3Podcast: Play in new windowOur Hen House welcomes author Henry Mance to the podcast this week for an insightful conversation about his debut book, How to Love Animals In a Human-Shaped World. Henry tells us how his young daughters inspired him and his hopes for the impact his book will have on readers: to help them understand what it truly means …

https://media.blubrry.com/ourhenhouse/p/dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/ourhenhouse.org/podcastepisode607.mp3Podcast: Play in new windowPolitical economist Jan Dutkiewicz, PhD, joins the podcast for a fascinating conversation about the ethical, political, legal, social, and environmental intersections of meat consumption. A policy fellow at Harvard Law and a postdoctoral fellow at the Swiss National Science Foundation, Jan shares his thoughts on something we have all wondered about — why does mainstream media fail …

https://media.blubrry.com/ourhenhouse/p/dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/ourhenhouse.org/podcastepisode606.mp3Podcast: Play in new windowJohn Adenitire, PhD, joins the podcast this week for a truly fascinating episode about the philosophical underpinnings of animal law. A lawyer and a lecturer in the School of Law at Queen Mary University of London, John explains the differences between legal and moral philosophy, outlines the substantive theory of animal rights, and underscores why the rule …

https://media.blubrry.com/ourhenhouse/p/dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/ourhenhouse.org/podcastepisode605.mp3Podcast: Play in new window We couldn’t be more excited to welcome animal activist and Direct Action Everywhere organizer Almira Tanner onto the podcast this week to discuss the groundbreaking legislation recently passed in Berkeley, CA drastically limiting the amount of animal-based products the city purchases, with a long-term goal of phasing out all animal products. Almira shares a behind-the-scenes look …

https://media.blubrry.com/ourhenhouse/p/dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/ourhenhouse.org/podcastepisode604.mp3Podcast: Play in new window Actress and animal-rights advocate Amy Jackson joins the podcast this week for an engaging conversation you definitely don’t want to miss! Known internationally for her work in award-winning Indian films, Amy discusses the very moment she realized animals are sentient and why she decided to devote her life to advocating for them. She shares the movie …

https://media.blubrry.com/ourhenhouse/p/dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/ourhenhouse.org/podcastepisode603.mp3Podcast: Play in new windowOur Hen House is thrilled to welcome author and longtime animal activist Mark Hawthorne back on the podcast for an engaging conversation all about rabbits. Mark is here to talk about his latest book, The Way of the Rabbit, which explores the world of rabbits and hares and their unexpectedly large influence on human culture. Obviously this …

https://media.blubrry.com/ourhenhouse/p/dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/ourhenhouse.org/podcastepisode602.mp3Podcast: Play in new windowThomas Goodman joins the podcast this week for an engaging conversation about advancing the accessibility of plant-based foods and how we can all get involved in this crucial work. Founder of the non-profit Plant Dining Partnerships (PDP), Thomas discusses how PDP provides resources to help increase vegan options in restaurants, schools, hospitals, and more. He outlines their …

https://media.blubrry.com/ourhenhouse/p/dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/ourhenhouse.org/podcastepisode601.mp3Podcast: Play in new windowOur Hen House is excited to welcome back Aysha Akhtar, MD, MPH, to the podcast this week for a critical conversation about animal testing and experimentation. President and CEO of the Center for Contemporary Sciences, Aysha outlines how the Center is working with academic institutions, governmental agencies, investors, and researchers to catalyze a shift away from the …

https://media.blubrry.com/ourhenhouse/p/dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/ourhenhouse.org/podcastepisode600.mp3Podcast: Play in new windowJoin us for our very special 600th episode (!!!) as we celebrate with Andy Tabar and Paul Stellar, hosts of The Bearded Vegans, who are also observing a milestone of six years on-air! In this episode, Jasmin, Mariann, Andy, and Paul provide a unique behind-the-scenes look into the world of podcasting. The podcasters break down their approaches …

https://media.blubrry.com/ourhenhouse/p/dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/ourhenhouse.org/podcastepisode599.mp3Podcast: Play in new windowOur Hen House is honored to welcome animal rights activist Seb Alex onto the podcast this week. Seb, a Lebanon-based activist, explains how he shifted his activism from focusing on speaking engagements, in Europe and beyond, to online activism in the wake of COVID-19. He also outlines how the newly established Lebanese Vegans Social Hub serves as …

https://media.blubrry.com/ourhenhouse/p/dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/ourhenhouse.org/podcastepisode598.mp3Podcast: Play in new windowWe couldn’t be more excited to welcome Black VegFest founder Omowale Adewale back to the podcast this week! A passionate social justice activist fighting for the liberation of all beings, Omowale discusses food accessibility and why he believes we are at a critical moment in helping Black communities gain access to healthy produce at a low cost. …

http://media.blubrry.com/ourhenhouse/p/dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/ourhenhouse.org/podcastepisode597.mp3Podcast: Play in new windowOur Hen House is excited to welcome activist and animal studies scholar nico stubler onto the podcast this week for a riveting conversation on animal rights activism. This conversation will make you think critically about different approaches to vegan activism, whether you agree with them or not. The scholar and activist shares their commitment to the Liberation …

http://media.blubrry.com/ourhenhouse/p/dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/ourhenhouse.org/podcastepisode596.mp3Podcast: Play in new windowOur Hen House is thrilled to welcome Katie Cantrell, Director of Corporate Outreach at the Better Food Foundation, to the podcast this week. Katie gives us the low-down on the Better Food Foundation, how they’re focusing on food justice, and their efforts to transition society to a more just and sustainable food system, specifically by encouraging more …

http://media.blubrry.com/ourhenhouse/p/dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/ourhenhouse.org/podcastepisode595.mp3Podcast: Play in new windowDr. Tyson-Lord Gray joins the podcast today for a riveting conversation about the intersections of animal rights, food justice, and the environmental movement. An attorney, professor, minister, and activist, Dr. Gray discusses how these social movements are often isolated from each other and how his varied roles in ministry, law, and academia help him see these connections …

http://media.blubrry.com/ourhenhouse/p/dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/ourhenhouse.org/podcastepisode594.mp3Podcast: Play in new windowWe’re excited to switch things up this week to bring you a discussion of vegan representation in the arts and an unforgettable performance! John Yunker and Midge Raymond, co-founders of vegan publishing house Ashland Creek Press, join Mariann and Jasmin to perform the radio play Veganish: A John Yunker Play. There, we meet Jessica as she comes …

http://media.blubrry.com/ourhenhouse/p/dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/ourhenhouse.org/podcastepisode593.mp3Podcast: Play in new windowCarolina Galvani, founder and CEO of the global animal-advocacy organization Sinergia Animal, joins Mariann on the podcast today for an insightful conversation about animal protection and veganism in the Global South. Carolina shares why she felt the need to launch Sinegeria Animal, how the organization is working to eradicate cruel treatment of animals while promoting plant-based diets, …

http://media.blubrry.com/ourhenhouse/p/dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/ourhenhouse.org/podcastepisode592.mp3Podcast: Play in new windowAuthor, animal activist, and founder of Australia’s NSW Hen Rescue Catherine Kelaher joins us today to provide insight into her rescue work, share her most harrowing rescue experience (and the subsequent court case!), and detail how she goes about the rehoming process for rescued hens. She also tells us about her latest book, Saving Animals, a how-to …

https://media.blubrry.com/ourhenhouse/p/dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/ourhenhouse.org/podcastepisode591.mp3Podcast: Play in new windowWe’re thrilled to welcome Haruko Kawano and Mian Osumi of VegeProject Japan to the podcast this week for an informative and fascinating conversation about Japan’s growing vegan movement. Founder of VegeProject Japan, Haruko discusses how she successfully helped implement vegan-friendly options at Kyoto University during her time there as a student and how, after graduation, inspired by …

https://media.blubrry.com/ourhenhouse/p/dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/ourhenhouse.org/podcastepisode590.mp3Podcast: Play in new windowWe’re excited to welcome activist Christopher “Soul” Eubanks to the podcast today for an empowering conversation about the importance of intersectional, vegan activism. A longtime creative—often using hip-hop, drawing, and film to express himself—Christopher tells Jasmin about his decision to leave his job in corporate America and use his talents to address political and social issues as …

http://media.blubrry.com/ourhenhouse/p/dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/ourhenhouse.org/podcastepisode589.mp3Podcast: Play in new windowLaura Jean McKay joins us on the podcast this week for a riveting, literary conversation. Author of the award-winning novel The Animals in that Country, Laura discusses the challenge of writing dialogue for animals, why she rewrote her novel more than once, and shares her thoughts on anthropomorphism in literature. Laura reads a captivating passage and reflects …

http://media.blubrry.com/ourhenhouse/p/dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/ourhenhouse.org/podcastepisode588.mp3Podcast: Play in new windowWe couldn’t be more excited to welcome Myq Kaplan back to the podcast this week for an episode guaranteed to make you laugh! A renowned comedian and vegan activist, Myq tells Jasmin how he uses humor as a means to speak his truth regarding animals and veganism—without alienating his audience. Myq shares how he works to weave …

http://media.blubrry.com/ourhenhouse/p/dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/ourhenhouse.org/podcastepisode587.mp3Podcast: Play in new windowWe’re incredibly excited to welcome Erin Wing to the podcast today for a deep dive into the role of animal cruelty investigators. Erin is the Deputy Director of Investigations at Animal Outlook, a national animal-advocacy nonprofit formerly known as Compassion Over Killing. In her conversation with Mariann, she provides a rare, inside look into the day-to-day lives …

https://media.blubrry.com/ourhenhouse/p/dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.ourhenhouse.org/podcastepisode586.mp3Podcast: Play in new windowJennifer Stojkovic joins us on the podcast this week for a powerful and information-packed conversation about the role of women and women-owned businesses in the post-animal economy. Jennifer is the founder of Vegan Women Summit (VWS), a global events and media organization dedicated to empowering women as they work to incorporate vegan ethics and values into their …

http://media.blubrry.com/ourhenhouse/p/dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/ourhenhouse.org/podcastepisode585.mp3Podcast: Play in new windowWe are so pleased to welcome Kimberly Renee Barnes, Founder of Might Be Vegan, to the podcast this week for a truly one-of-a-kind episode! But first, Jasmin and Mariann speak with Chilean activist (and Our Hen House Flock member!) Soledad Robledo to tell us about an urgent extradition campaign in which Chile is seeking to bring an …

http://media.blubrry.com/ourhenhouse/p/dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/ourhenhouse.org/podcastepisode584.mp3Podcast: Play in new windowAna Bradley joins the podcast today, and this is an episode that no one is going to want to miss! Ana is the Executive Director at Sentient Media, a non-profit journalism organization seeking to create transparency around the role of animals in our daily lives. In her conversation with Jasmin, she shares the most significant challenges she …

http://media.blubrry.com/ourhenhouse/p/dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/ourhenhouse.org/podcastepisode583.mp3Podcast: Play in new windowTroy Vettese joins us on the podcast this week for an insightful, and sometimes provocative, conversation about the intersections of animal rights and Marxism. Troy shares why he believes all vegans need a Marxist worldview, and you may be surprised by exactly what he means by this assertion. He also discusses how various political and economic systems …

http://media.blubrry.com/ourhenhouse/p/dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/ourhenhouse.org/podcastepisode582.mp3Podcast: Play in new windowHakeem Jimo joins us this week for an insightful and inspiring conversation about Nigeria’s growing vegan movement and the meat alternative making a splash there: Vchunks. Hakeem tells us all about developing Vchunks specifically for the Nigerian palate. Not an imitation of meat substitutes commonly found in European and US markets, Vchunks—Hakeem shares—are designed to serve the …

http://media.blubrry.com/ourhenhouse/p/dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/ourhenhouse.org/podcastepisode581.mp3Podcast: Play in new windowJamie Woodhouse joins us this week for an intriguing, dare-we-say captivating, conversation about “sentientism,” a philosophical worldview that encompasses vegan values. First developed and named in the 1970s, sentientism, quite simply, grants moral consideration to all sentient beings. Jamie tells us what he believes are the two central pillars of sentientism and what sentientists think about compassion, …

http://media.blubrry.com/ourhenhouse/p/dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/ourhenhouse.org/podcastepisode580.mp3Podcast: Play in new windowThis week, plant-based pediatricians Dr. Reshma Shah and Dr. Yami Cazorla-Lancaster join Jasmin to share their thoughts on how both adults and children can best transition from a standard diet to a plant-based diet, and discuss how they each made that change themselves during their medical careers. Dr. Yami shares how she got lost in a plant-based …

http://media.blubrry.com/ourhenhouse/p/dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/ourhenhouse.org/podcastepisode579.mp3Podcast: Play in new windowAngela Grimes, the CEO of Born Free USA, joins us for this week’s episode on a very timely and crucially important subject — the highly problematic and cruel conditions within wildlife wet markets. She and Mariann discuss the connections between these hideous markets, which are found all over the world, and human disease outbreaks, including, of course, …

http://media.blubrry.com/ourhenhouse/p/dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/ourhenhouse.org/podcastepisode578.mp3Podcast: Play in new windowThis week, we have such a powerhouse interview! Newly elected New York State Senator Jabari Brisport joins us to explain how he successfully showcased his strong support for animal rights and veganism (yup!) while running for election. In fact, he points out, it actually created a platform for discussing all of the social justice issues he is …

http://media.blubrry.com/ourhenhouse/p/dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/ourhenhouse.org/podcastepisode577.mp3Podcast: Play in new windowKim Stallwood is truly one of the founders of the modern animal rights movement, and we are thrilled to have him join us this week on the podcast. He and Mariann discuss the long term history of the movement, the recent extraordinary acquisition of Kim’s collection of books and artifacts by the British Library, and what the …