Our Hen House

-Jasmin and Mariann discuss the new documentary Catnip Nation, and a frustrating NY Times piece about the New York City restaurant industry. We also continue our Supporting Vegan Businesses program by shouting out VegReady, Vegan Street Media, and Riverdel Cheese. …continue

-Mariann and Jasmin examine how to practice gratitude during this ongoing pandemic and watch Tootsie together. We also continue our Supporting Vegan Businesses program by shouting out Kisses and Cupcakes, Coconut Whisk, Shake Shake Scramble, and No Meat May. -Jasmin …continue

-Mariann and Jasmin ask what it would mean to go back to “normal” for animals after a pandemic and if we actually want to go back to that, debate what is “essential” during a pandemic, and share how they spent …continue

-Jasmin talks about attending the DEI Institute’s conference via Zoom, Mariann celebrates a birthday while social distancing, we discuss the merits of keeping a diary during a pandemic, and we introduce our Supporting Vegan Businesses program by shouting out Beyond …continue

-Jasmin and Mariann chat about their continuing efforts to manage daily life as we navigate the COVID-19 pandemic, the value of helping local communities, Mariann’s upcoming birthday, and Jasmin’s recent interview with Joaquin Phoenix! -Mariann interviews Jeff Sebo about how …continue

-Mariann and Jasmin talk about how they are adjusting to life during the COVID-19 quarantines, the challenges of trying to focus on work and everyday tasks during a pandemic, and Jasmin’s new rescued animal companion! They also debate the merits …continue

-Mariann and Jasmin discuss the continued importance of community, connection, and communication during the Coronavirus pandemic and Jasmin’s recent powerful experience in a conference conducted by the DEI Institute, which is part of Encompass. -This week Mariann speaks with Pei …continue

-Mariann and Jasmin talk about their concerns about coronavirus, what they are doing to prep for it, and how to keep ourselves safe. They also talk about the wonderful Food For Thought Campaign (foodforthoughtcampaign.org). -Mariann talks to Ingrid Newkirk (@IngridNewkirk) …continue