Freedom of Species

We’re joined by sociologist Corey Wrenn who discusses the impact coronavirus/COVID-19 has had on animals, as well as the role of eating animals in this virus and many other diseases.  For more on this issue, have a look at the publications …continue

On this show we discuss the horror/comedy play ‘Scary Goats Tour’ with the producer of the play Chloe Towan and cast member Dominik Shields. You can find more information about this play on the Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/scarygoatstourYou can buy tickets here: …continue

This show features environmental activist Mark Allen on working together across different social movements, particularly in light of recent tensions between environmental and animal movements. There are also some interviews with activists who were addressing the environmental impact of animal …continue

We speak with Rochelle and Maria from Animal Activists Australia about the work they have been doing to bring the agricultural transition issue to the climate movement. They are working as climate activists to present animal agriculture as another key …continue

On this show animal activist Katie Batty discusses some of the companion animals she has shared her home with (including Charlie pictured here) as a starting point to investigate our relationships with companion animals and animals generally. This week is the …continue

We speak to Emma Hakansson, who works to create a kinder world for animals. Her passion for ethical fashion—ethical being vegan, fair and sustainable—has seen her found Willow Creative Co., a content production and ethics consultation agency for fashion labels. …continue

We speak with Dr Simon Coghlan, a Senior Research Fellow in Digital Ethics at the University of Melbourne. Simon is a philosopher, ethicist and had a previos life as a veterinarian. We discuss his current research interests including the ethics of animals, …continue

We discuss the bushfires and the effect on non-human animals, and—importantly—why certain animals are publicly mourned, and others are forgotten about. Your browser does not support the HTML5 audio player. A weekly show hosted by Melbourne-based animal advocates, presenting local …continue