EA Forum Podcast (Curated & popular) “The Importance of Blasting Good Ideas Into The Ether” by Bentham’s Bulldog
Jun 5, 2025
Exploring the unexpected influence of advocating for shrimp welfare, the discussion reveals how a blog post can lead to significant media attention. It emphasizes the ripple effects of spreading positive ideas and the role of activism in funding animal rights. Delving into ethical dilemmas, the dialogue underscores the gradual shift in public perception regarding suffering, particularly for animals. Listeners are encouraged to engage actively in discussions that promote transformative ideas and proactive change.
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Blog Sparks Daily Show Episode
- A blog on shrimp welfare unexpectedly inspired a Daily Show episode featuring a humorous dialogue about shrimp.
- The show intended to criticize but ended up supporting the shrimp welfare cause, illustrating unintended positive impact.
High Impact of Shrimp Welfare
- Marginal dollars spent on shrimp welfare have enormous impact because stunners are reused year after year.
- Spending pennies can prevent tens of thousands of shrimp from painful deaths, showing high cost-effectiveness.
Wide Support for Shrimp Welfare
- An article convinced over 23,000 people and raised tens of thousands of dollars for shrimp welfare from across the political spectrum.
- Donations came from diverse figures, including known economists and commentators, uniting different views for shrimp's benefit.
