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The Story of Victorian Koalas with researcher Anthony Amis

Freedom of Species 23 March 2025


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 Meg and Trev interview Friends of the Earth land use researcher Anthony Amis. Listen in to learn about the interesting story of koalas in Victoria, their populations, genetic and environmental challenges, the lack of government priority in conservation of land that supports koala friendly ecosystems, and the dedicated network of people who have been gathering data and conducting scientific reseach to help us understand what needs to be done to save the koals.  Friends of the Earth www.foe.org.au Koalathon website: https://koalathon.raiselysite.com/ Koala map https://strzkoala.australianmap.net/ Information on Mullungdung https://www.melbournefoe.org.au/mullungdung_reserve_campaign Photo courtesy of Friends of the Earth

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Freedom of Species 9 March 2025

Adam and Nick reflect on their personal experiences and practical issues around caring for companion animals who have significant health issues. They also consider what policy/societal changes could be made to better support companion animals and their human carers.  Music: Animal Liberation …continue

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Dating as a Vegan: Ups, Downs, the Meat Kebab Breath, the Ultimatums

Freedom of Species 8 February 2026

On this week’s episode, host Savanna talks with Jennifer and Elise about dating as a vegan, their experiences good and bad, online dating and Valentine’s Day ideas.  Music: Animal Liberation by Los Fastidios. Pencil Full of Lead by Paolo Nutini. Hello Kitty by Marina. Birds …continue

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Wicked: For Animals?

Freedom of Species 25 January 2026

Claire, Ruby, Lottie and Nick discuss the animal rights themes in the Wicked movie series. We also explore representations of racism and ableism in the movies, as well as connections between racism, ableism and animal oppression.  Music: Animal Liberation by Los Fastidios: …continue

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