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In this first of four “best of” episodes we’ll be airing throughout the coming months, we revisit some of our favorite interviews with young vegan activists! You’ll hear Genesis Butler discuss protesting circuses and being the youngest TEDx speaker in …continue

This week, Mariann Sullivan talks with Ziyaad Mia as part of her Religion and Veganism series. They discuss how the requirements of halal food can improve animal welfare, the relationship between animals and Islam, and the prohibition of unnecessary harm when …continue

This week, Jasmin Singer talks to Dominick Thompson about his company Crazies and Weirdos, the relationship between athleticism and veganism, and the importance of sharing vegan messages on social media. Dominick Thompson is a leader in the vegan community and …continue

This week, Mariann Sullivan talks with Persis Eskander, Executive Director of the Wild-Animal Suffering Research about developing more academic interest in wild-animal suffering, the importance of focusing on this kind of suffering, and what we can all do to help. Persis …continue

This week, Mariann Sullivan talks with Garrett Broad about the challenges and opportunities related to diversity and inclusion in animal advocacy, how he balances his roles as a scholar and activist, and the results of a public opinion survey he recently conducted …continue

This week, Jasmin Singer talks to Erica Meier about the work of  Compassion Over Killing (COK),  launching the 10th annual Veg Week, and the importance of women in the animal rights movement. Erica Meier is the executive director of Compassion Over …continue

This week, Jasmin Singer talks to Rachel McCrystal, Executive Director of Woodstock Farm Sanctuary, about why sanctuaries matter, the intersections of social justice and sanctuary work, and the powerful role of women in the animal rights movement. Rachel McCrystal is …continue

This week, Jasmin Singer talks to author Joni Marie Neuman about the art of simple vegan gifts, food desert awareness, and promoting plant-strong meals. Joni is an author, activist, and blogger currently residing in California. Her TEN(!) books include The Complete …continue