This week we dive into the mysterious kingdom of fungi with infectious enthusiasm and scientific precision. Our conversation with ecologist Aishwarya Veerabahu takes us on a journey from underground mycelial networks to the emerging world of mushroom-based alternatives to animal products. The unique perspective bridges the gap between ecological understanding …continue
In a world seemingly drowning in sordid headlines, Jasmin and Mariann take a refreshing dive into some genuinely positive developments for animals. From chimpanzees finally escaping laboratory confinement to plant-based milk options becoming more accessible in schools, this episode serves up a welcome plate of good news with just enough …continue
Our treatment of animals raises profound – and controversial – issues. How can we resolve the moral questions? In an age where we seem to have lost the capacity to engage in constructive discussion, perhaps a Greek philosopher who lived two and half thousand years ago can show us the …continue
Septiembre de 2021, una mujer aterriza, procedente de Guinea, en el aeropuerto deMadrid Barajas. La Unidad de Fronteras de la Guardia Civil detecta dos cuerpos deanimales dentro de su maleta: uno de ellos es un pangolín, el animal con que más setrafica en el mundo. Hablamos con la veterinaria especializada …continue
In this delightfully sardonic edition of Rising Anxieties, Mariann Sullivan takes us on a whirlwind tour through the landscape of animal agriculture’s latest woes. From the Trump administration’s absurd lawsuit blaming California’s modest animal welfare laws (not bird flu!) for egg price hikes, to the stomach-turning news of deadly salmonella …continue
Kerri and Sophie delve into the overlooked issue of sheep fatigue during transport with special guest Katia Colitti. Katia is a lawyer and writer whose work has been published in Animal Welfare (Cambridge University Press), Global Journal of Animal Law, and European Competition Journal. She grew up in Ukraine, spent over a …continue
Send us a textEpisode 1 of Series 14: Dog’s Days of Summer! This episode was archived from the Aggression in Dogs Conference 2022In this first episode, Marika Bell revisits her conversation with Suzanne Clothier from the Aggression in Dogs Conference 2022, focusing on the individualistic approach to dog training and …continue
For this month’s episode, we are joined by the wonderful Co-founder of Beyond Animal Research (BAR), Tara Jackson. We explore all of the ways that this revolutionary charity is setting the BAR higher than before with their dedication to ending the harmful use of animals in science right here in …continue
