Leah Garcés

Leah Garcés, President of Mercy for Animals and author of Grilled, shares her journey in animal welfare advocacy, including her shift in perspective on the chicken industry and the importance of storytelling. They discuss the power of protests for animal rights, the focus on poultry farmers, and the rise of flexitarianism. The chapter also touches on the debate within the vegan community about acceptable levels of veganism.

Leah Garcés and Sharon Núñez share their 20 years of animal advocacy experiences, discussing changing approaches, key challenges, lessons learned, and remaining optimistic. They emphasize unity, strategic lessons, character building, progress in animal rights, supporting organizations, and self-care for activists. The podcast delves into legislative changes, bold tactics, and the push for a more compassionate world for animals.

Leah Garcés, President of Mercy For Animals, shares her remarkable journey of transforming adversaries into allies in the chicken industry. She recounts her eye-opening collaboration with chicken farmer Craig Watts, highlighting the harsh realities farmers face and the potential for change through empathy. The discussion delves into the ethical dilemmas of animal welfare advocacy, the need for innovative strategies, and the rising demand for plant-based alternatives among consumers, showcasing the power of storytelling in driving meaningful reform.

Leah Garcés, an animal rights activist and author, shares her remarkable journey of transforming a chicken farmer from an adversary into an ally. She discusses pivotal moments that fostered understanding and collaboration in the fight against factory farming. Through empathy and dialogue, she demonstrates how to build bridges across divides. Garcés also explores the rising trend of plant-based proteins and the need for cooperation in creating a more compassionate food system. Her inspiring stories challenge listeners to rethink their perspectives on animal welfare.

Leah Garcés, President of Mercy for Animals, passionately exposes the truth about industrial chicken farming. She shares her transformative journey from confronting adversaries to forging alliances with major food companies. Leah’s book, 'Grilled,' reveals the hidden struggles of farmers and the complexities of animal rights advocacy. Through empathy, she encourages constructive discussions and highlights alarming practices in the poultry industry. Listen to her insights on driving positive change in agriculture and the future of ethical food production!