Yamini Narayanan

Yamini Narayanan, a Senior Lecturer in International and Community Development at Deakin University and author of 'Mother Cow, Mother India,' dives deep into the complexities of India's revered dairy industry. She discusses the irony of cows being seen as sacred while facing harsh realities like forced separation from calves and over-lactation. The podcast highlights the intersections of animal rights, socio-political issues, and the activism of marginalized communities, prompting listeners to reconsider ethical consumption and the true cost of dairy.