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Episode 127: Inter-species relationships with Susanne Karr
This week on Knowing Animals we are joined by Susanne Karr. Susanne is a philosopher and independent scholar. We discuss her upcoming journal article ‘Mirror Reflections as Agents of Connectedness’ which will soon appear in the yearbook of the Irish Philosophical Society, which will be published in November 2019. This …continue
Reem Lascelles – The invisible factory-farmed rabbit
Reem Lascelles from EVER Sanctuary is in the studio, talking about the devastating plight of rabbits farmed for meat in Australia and why they are largely invisible in our society. She describes the appalling conditions that they are subjected to, from birth to slaughter, and the physical and psychological impacts …continue
Episode 500: With Gene Baur Live From Woodstock Farm Sanctuary!
-Mariann and Jasmin celebrate the 500th episode of the Our Hen House podcast! This episode was recorded live at Woodstock Farm Sanctuary, and features an amazing interview with Gene Baur of Farm Sanctuary. -Then, Jasmin talks to Tricia Stevens, the Charitable Giving and Ethical Campaigns Manager at LUSH North America. …continue
Episode 126: The Grass Library with David Brooks
This week on Knowing Animals I am joined by author David Brooks. David is a poet and novelist. We discuss his latest book ‘The Grass Library’ published by Brandl & Schelsinger in 2019.This episode of Knowing Animals is brought to you by AASA. AASA is the Australasian Animal Studies Association. You …continue
Melissa Laing – Social Work for Human AND Non-Human Animals
We’re joined by PhD candidate Melissa Laing who discusses her research on social workers standing up for companion animals, in addition to their human clients. You can follow Melissa on Twitter @ylaingylaing and you can also hear her talk ‘Encountering Interspecies Homelessness: Stories of Social Workers’ Resistance to Anthropocentrism’ plus other …continue
