Our Hen House

-Jasmin and Mariann discuss the recent Guardian story about a lamb farmer who took his lambs to a sanctuary instead of the slaughterhouse: (https://bit.ly/2B5y7jx). They also talk about Bruce Frierich’s recent appearance on the Ezra Klein Show podcast (https://bit.ly/2TqSUoS) -Jamsin …continue

-Jasmin and Mariann discuss the greatness of the air fryer. They also mention JL Fields’ book on air frying: (https://bit.ly/2S6d7mo). Also, what some recent disappointing and out of touch “vegan” scenes on Netflix’s Grace and Frankie say about the mainstream …continue

Mariann and Jasmin mourn the loss of beloved New York City vegan restaurant, Souen. Jasmin talks to Jasmine Leyva about her film, The Invisible Vegan, the view of veganism as “white people food,” how slavery disrupted people’s relationships with food, …continue

Jasmin and Mariann talk about the effectiveness of emailing podcasts hosts suggesting they go vegan, and Mariann’s renewed focus on simplicity. Mariann talks to Kristin Stilt about halal slaughter, the animal welfare debates within that industry, and the work she …continue

Jasmin and Mariann talk about the 2019 versions of themselves, their thoughts on Our Hen House going into its TENTH year, and how animal sentience will be regarded in the future. We revisit some of our favorite interviews with amazing …continue

Jasmin and Mariann talk about their plans and goals for the new year, bullet journals, inspiring stories of activism, and social media. Jasmin talks to Ben Goldfarb about his new book Eager: The Surprising, Secret Life of Beavers and Why …continue

Jasmin and Mariann wrestle with a rather speciesist question from a friend about giving away a dog, and unnecessary movie remakes. Mariann talks to Esther Ouwehand from Party for the Animals about the origins of this groundbreaking political party, their …continue

Mariann and Jasmin talk about the impact of fundraising on animal welfare, some holiday season reflections, and Mariann’s recent talk at Main Street Vegan Academy. Jasmin talks to Vegan Batgirl (aka Connie S.), an activist whose most notable stunt, the …continue