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The Fork in the Road: The Future of Animal Protection.

The Vegan Report ·

2026/10/06

In this episode, I’m joined by Anita Krajnc. Anita is the co-founder of the Plant Based Treaty and the founder and executive director of The Save Movement. She is currently leading the “Beyond Cage-Free” initiative, an open letter that, and I quote, is “calling on Effective Altruists to pivot their focus area and the AI Windfall funding away from welfarist reforms toward plant-based initiatives that create multiplier benefits for animals, climate, health, food security, and reduced pandemic risk.”I

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65:41

The Psychic Elephants of Thula Thula.

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2026/09/29

When the renowned conservationist Lawrence Anthony—known as the "Elephant Whisperer"—passed away in March 2012, a herd of elephants he had rescued and rehabilitated at the Thula Thula reserve in South Africa performed an extraordinary act of mourning. They decided, on their own, to travel over 12 miles through the bush, arriving at his family home two days after his passing to hold a quiet, two-day vigil. Remarkably, the herd returned to the house on the exact same date for three consecutive years

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72:36

Save Our Pigs, Not Our Bacon!

The Vegan Report ·

2026/09/15

CALL NOW: U.S. Capitol Switchboard: 202-224-3121Tell Your Senator: Oppose the Save Our Bacon Act — vote against it if it comes up, push to not include it in the Farm Bill.Once your senator says they're opposed, make a public statement about it so the pressure sticks.Connect with Matthew Dominguez: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewdominguez/X/Twitter: @matt_dominguez | https://x.com/matt_dominguezInstagram: @matthew_t_dominguez |https://www.instagram.com/matthew_t_dominguez/Compassion in

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81:48

They Fought Factory Farms. Now They Want to Run One.

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2026/09/08

What if I told you that the best way to fight for animals was for animal advocates to open and run a factory farm? You heard me right. It sounds absolutely ridiculous, yet this is far from a joke. This is a very serious unfolding plan backed by millions of dollars in funding. And this will have dire implications for our entire movement.To discuss this topic, I have with me Sam Tucker-Davis. Sam is a longtime animal rights activist, entrepreneur, and technologist from New Zealand. He has worked in

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57:08

Most People Oppose Factory Farming | Science of Activism

The Vegan Report ·

2026/09/02

In this episode, we examine a new survey commissioned by the UK nonprofit Project Phoenix, revealing that the majority of Britons think the country should eat less meat, that most want factory farming to be phased out, and that many want it gone fast.To dissect these exciting findings, I have with me the lead researcher behind the study: Björn. You may know Björn from his other appearances on the show, such as Do Protests Help or Hurt Animals? (https://rss.com/podcasts/veganreport/2114829/) and Can

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76:43

Ridglan Farms: Behind the Smokescreen.

The Vegan Report ·

2026/09/01

In this episode, you will hear the unfiltered truth about the Ridglan Farms protests. By now, you have surely heard about this so-called Beagle rescue. It has attracted immense media attention and sympathy from the animal rights movement. And my suspicion is that if you ask any vegan about it, they will tell you that it is the story of a triumphant group of activists closing down one of the worst dog breeding facility in the US and rescuing thousands of dogs from a terrible fate.But what if everyone

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55:57

Africa Goes Vegan!

The Vegan Report ·

2026/08/25

In this episode, we're shining a light on something that doesn't get nearly enough attention: veganism and animal rights activism across the African continent.Let me ask you something: could you name even one animal rights or vegan activist working in Africa? Or name one African animal rights organization?If not, don't worry—because that's about to change.Today, you're going to meet Majeed Suhuyini, the founder of Vegan Africa News, an amazing initiative dedicated to covering vegan news from across

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81:35

Jainism for Veganism.

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2026/08/18

Today, we’re highlighting the efforts of passionate Jain animal rights activists who are promoting veganism from within their religious community.And you might be thinking: isn’t Jainism that ancient Indian religion whose core teaching is Ahimsa—the principle of avoiding harm to any living being, including animals, insects, and even microscopic organisms? So how come Jains aren’t already some of the biggest proponents of veganism out there?That’s one of the questions we’ll explore today, along with

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6:44

Should we stop saying "Factory Farming"? | Science of...

The Vegan Report ·

2026/08/05

Jenna Riedi is the Communication Director of Faunalytics. Today, she will be presenting Faunalytics latest study : Animal Factory, Factory Farm, Or Something Else? Testing The Language Of Advocacy by Erika Berglund & Carol Hardy (JG Research)Read the Entire Study here: https://faunalytics.org/animal-factory-factory-farm-or-something-else/ Message Jenna at info@faunalytics.orgConnect with Faunalytics on Socials @FaunalyticsIf you have any comment or question regarding the show, send a message to

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80:55

Hollywood Has a Vegan Problem | Ep. 121

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2026/08/04

Today, we're talking about vegan representation in movies. Basically, how does Hollywood portray us vegans to an audience of millions?Why do movies so often miss the mark, misunderstanding us or turning us into the butt of the joke? Why do science fiction movies so often imagine the future as vegan? Is Okja a good vegan movie or not? Those are some of the questions we'll be answering today.Watch Buddhist Blues: buddhistblues.comHere are all the movies/TV shows referenced in this conversation:The

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80:37

The Cage-Free Gaslight | Ep. 120

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2026/07/07

What if I told you that cage-free campaigns are not only ineffective at helping hens, but may actually cause more suffering—and even set back the animal rights movement?That claim might surprise you, or even shock you, considering how many major animal rights organizations have embraced this strategy and how many millions of dollars have been invested in cage-free advocacy over the years.Yet this has become the view of a growing number of activists, organizations, researchers, and veterinarians who

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71:04

Japan: Towards a Vegan Future? | Ep. 119

The Vegan Report ·

2026/06/16

Today, we travel to Japan and discover its burgeoning vegan and animal rights activist community. Japan is often considered one of the worst countries in terms of animal protection - compared to the West and to its Asian neighbors. But could that be starting to change?To discuss this topic, I am joined by Anita Dollar, also known as the Osaka Vegan. Anita is an animal rights activist and creator who is doing the incredible work of promoting veganism in Japan. If you're planning to visit Japan, I

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16:31

How Many People Are Really Vegan? | Science of Activism

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2026/06/03

"How many vegans are there? And is that number growing? Now, tucked away in this seemingly simple question is a minefield of inconsistent, conflicting, and missing data. And I recently did my best to make sense of it."LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bryant-research-ltd/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bryantresearch_ukWebsite: https://bryantresearch.co.uk/AndEmail: elise@bryantresearch.co.ukIf you have any comment or question regarding the show, send a message to

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62:50

The Mecca of Animal Rights: Inside the AVA Summit |...

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2026/06/02

Become a monthly donor NOW: https://www.dharmavoicesforanimals.org/dana-circle-1Dharma Voices for Animals is more than just an impactful organization—it’s a vibrant community grounded in compassion, kindness, and a shared commitment to helping animals.If you become a monthly donor today, you’ll not only make a lasting difference in the lives of farmed animals, but you’ll also receive a special gift: a limited-edition print by the renowned wildlife artist Carl Brenders.Carl has generously donated 100

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72:26

Is Palantir Spying on You? | Ep. 117

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2026/05/12

Have you ever heard of Palantir? Palantir builds data software that governments and corporations use to organize massive databases and... power mass surveillance. I won't go through every software they created, but you might know a few of them since their products always generate a backlash - like Operation Laser - which is a software that allows you to predict crimes. Yes, exactly like the movie Minority Report. I think it was dismantled after public pressure and lots of lawsuits...Well, that same

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21:03

Plants Have Feelings: The First Person Who Said It

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2026/05/05

For this episode, I want to take you back in time to the very first recorded moment someone used the phrase “plants have feelings” – or a version of that - as an argument against animal sentience. Not on Reddit, not on Twitter — we’re talking the year 1391, in the late Middle Ages. And the person who said it wasn’t some random guy in a tavern. It was a Byzantine emperor, using this line of reasoning in a debate with an Imam.What If the World’s Religions Stood Up for Animals? With Joyce D'Silva | Ep

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58:05

The Repugnant Conclusion of Effective Animal Altruism...

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2026/04/29

For today's episode, we are talking about the limits of Effective Animal Altruism with Vera Flocke. She exposes those limits in a recent paper published in the Journal of Animal Ethics titled: The Repugnant Conclusion of Effective Animal Altruism.Vera Flocke has a PhD in philosophy from New York University and served for a few years as assistant professor at Indiana University. She is now the founder of Food System Stewards, which helps provide fundraising support to animal rights nonprofits.Read

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78:05

When Left & Right Unite for Animals | Ep. 116

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2026/04/28

This was a fascinating conversation because we brought together two animal rights advocates from opposite ends of the political spectrum. David Michel was elected as a Democratic representative in the state of Connecticut, so he comes from the political left. Liam Gray, on the other hand, is a conservative, a veteran, and the founder of the animal protection think tank, the Wilberforce Institute.And then we had Sandro Jenni, a researcher at the University of Zurich’s Psychology Personality Lab,

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66:43

Animal Liberation War Stories. With Paul, Gary &...

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2026/04/14

Sign Up to MapYourHealth Now: https://mapyourhealth.info/This is a group conversation with three trailblazers of the animal liberation movement: Paul Watson, Gary Yourofsky and Jerry Vlasak. Together, we discussed what it means to break the law for the animals, something Animal Liberation Front Activists have been doing for decades. Call it direct action, disruptive activism, underground activism, civil disobedience, clandestine action - all for the purpose of liberating animals, destroying the

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71:24

Investigating the Evil of Factory Farming. With Gail...

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2026/04/07

Gail is the winner of the Albert Schweitzer Medal for outstanding achievement in animal welfare. She is the chief investigator for the Humane Farming Association.Her work as an investigator helped shut down some of the worst, most cruel animal‑exploitation operations in the U.S. But that's nothing compared to the impact of her first book, Slaughterhouse, which not only inspired many people to become vegan, but also shifted the focus of our entire movement toward factory farming, put pressure on

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