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Can I microdose veganism?
Sep 6, 2024
Annie Lowrey, a staff writer at The Atlantic, tackles the ethical landscape surrounding food production and animal welfare. She shares gripping stories like the notorious turkey drop event and the grim reality faced by a cow at a dairy auction. The conversation challenges listeners to consider the complexities of meat consumption, the quirks of human-animal relationships, and the idea of 'microdosing' veganism, sparking a reflective debate on how to make compassionate dietary choices while navigating societal norms.
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- The podcast emphasizes the concept of microdosing veganism, promoting small dietary changes to enhance animal welfare without complete abstention from meat.
- Annie Lowry discusses the ethical implications of animal treatment in agriculture, arguing for higher welfare product consumption over mere abstention from meat.
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