
Our Hen House: Vegan & Animal Rights Movement | Stories from the Frontlines of Animal Liberation
Join hosts Jasmin Singer and Mariann Sullivan for intimate conversations with leading vegan activists, animal rights advocates, and changemakers transforming our world. Each week, Our Hen House brings you inspiring stories from the frontlines of animal liberation, practical activism strategies, and the latest developments in the fight for animal rights. Whether you’re a seasoned activist or newly vegan, discover how to make a difference for animals through engaging interviews and actionable insights.
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Mar 28, 2025 • 1h 31min
Building Effective Legislative Campaigns with Natalie Ahwesh and Hannah Truxell
Join Natalie Ahwesh, Executive Director at Humane Action Pennsylvania, and Hannah Truxell, Senior Policy Counsel with The Humane League, as they dive into the world of animal protection legislation. They discuss the power of grassroots activism in passing laws like the foie gras ban. The conversation touches on strategies for building local relationships, tackling misconceptions around protein, and the importance of clear messaging. With insights on plant-based innovations and ongoing advocacy, they inspire listeners to engage in meaningful change for animal welfare.

Mar 21, 2025 • 1h 39min
Inside the Psychology of Animal Advocacy with PHAIR Society’s Kristof Dhont and Jared Piazza
Leading researchers from the Psychology of Human Animal Intergroup Relations (PHAIR) Society join us to explore the science behind effective animal advocacy. Social psychologists Kristof Dhont and Jared Piazza share evidence-based insights about why people resist changing their behavior toward animals despite claiming to care about them and what this means for vegan advocacy and animal rights activism. This episode explores: Understanding cognitive dissonance and the “meat paradox” – key psychological barriers to veganism Research-backed strategies for effective animal rights advocacy and behavior change How social identity, masculinity, and food familiarity impact plant-based eating Science-based approaches to reducing animal product consumption and promoting veganism
ABOUT OUR GUESTS Dr Kristof Dhont is a Reader in Psychology at the University of Kent (UK). He is founder and director of SHARKLab and co-founder and President of the PHAIR Society, dedicated to the psychological study of human-animal relations. He investigates the psychological underpinnings and ideological roots of speciesism, racism, and sexism, and the moral psychology of eating and exploiting animals. He has co-edited Why We Love and Exploit Animals (Dhont & Hodson, 2020) and currently serves as Associate Editor for the journal Psychology of Human-Animal Intergroup Relations (PHAIR). Previously, he served as Associate Editor for Group Processes & Intergroup Relations (GPIR) and as Consulting Editor for the European Journal of Personality (EJP). Dr Jared Piazza is a Senior Lecturer of Psychology at Lancaster University (UK). He studies moral decision making as it relates to consumer choices, our treatment of animals, and one another. His research applies perspectives from moral, social, and developmental psychology. He is co-founder and Vice President of the Society for the Psychology of Human-Animal Intergroup Relations (PHAIR), serves as an Associate Editor of the PHAIR journal, and chief editor of the PHAIR blog.
RESOURCES Some Vegans Were Harmed in the Watching of This Movie The animal agriculture industry’s obstruction of campaigns promoting individual climate action Rich nations could see ‘double climate dividend’ by switching to plant-based foods American Red Cross Working To Provide Plant-Based Options In Shelters Goodbye, ‘soy boys.’ Hello, swole vegans. Both Democratic And Republican Voters Favor Politicians Who Support Animal Protection PHAIR Society website PHAIR Animal Advocacy Conference 2025 Jared R Piazza Publications and In Press Papers
INTERVIEW TRANSCRIPT We are thrilled to expand the accessibility of our podcast by offering written transcripts of the interviews! Click here to read this episode's interview. _____________________________________________ Thank you for listening to the Our Hen House podcast! If you enjoy our podcasts, believe in our mission to effectively mainstream the movement to end the exploitation of animals, find community and solace in our shows and resources, and would like to show your support for vegan indie media, please make a donation today. Our Hen House is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, so it’s tax-deductible. Thank you for helping us create quality content! Subscribe to our show on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcatcher, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star review! Check out Our Hen House’s other podcasts: The Animal Law Podcast, The Teaching Jasmin How to Cook Vegan Podcast, and the Antiracism in Animal Advocacy Audio Series. Follow us on social media! You can find Our Hen House on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Threads, or Bluesky. The Our Hen House theme song is written and performed by Michael Harren.

Mar 14, 2025 • 1h 33min
Keeping Families Together: Housing Justice for People and Their Pets with Christine Kim
Christine Kim, founder of My Dog is My Home, joins us to discuss the critical intersection of housing justice and animal companionship. This eye-opening conversation explores how homeless services, emergency shelters, and housing policies can better serve people and their companion animals, challenging systemic barriers that often force families to choose between shelter and keeping their pets. This episode explores: The difference between “pet-friendly” and truly “pet-inclusive” housing policies How co-sheltering programs successfully keep people and pets together The connection between breed restrictions and racial discrimination in housing Emergency disaster response protocols for families with companion animals Innovative solutions for accessible homeless services
ABOUT OUR GUEST Christine Kim is a macro social worker with a specialized interest in building programs and policies that recognize the power of the human-animal bond. During her time working in supportive housing, Christine became acutely aware of the barriers people experiencing homelessness with animals face when attempting to access shelter and housing services. Christine’s research and work with human-animal homeless families includes a publication in the pioneering book Animals in Social Work: Why and How They Matter (Palgrave Macmillan, 2014), an exhibition for The Animal Museum called My Dog Is My Home and the founding of the non-profit organization by the same name. She served as the first director of the NYC Mayor’s Office of Animal Welfare under Mayor Bill de Blasio, and she is the recipient of the ASPCA’s 2021 Public Service Humane Awards for her leadership at the NYC Mayor’s Office during the COVID-19 pandemic. Christine currently serves as Vice Chair of the board of directors for Animal Care Centers of NYC.
RESOURCES Elon Musk Should Take a Hard Look at One Agency Truly Wasting Taxpayer Dollars Piglets Left to Die in Art Exhibition Are Stolen in Denmark We’re being nudged to eat meat. What if the tables were turned? More Than Half Of Brits Unaware Cows Must Be Impregnated To Produce Milk, Survey Finds My Dog Is My Home website My Dog is My Home’s virtual conference takes place March 25-27, 2025. Use code henhouse2025 for $65 off registration.
INTERVIEW TRANSCRIPT We are thrilled to expand the accessibility of our podcast by offering written transcripts of the interviews! Click here to read this episode's interview. _____________________________________________ Thank you for listening to the Our Hen House podcast! If you enjoy our podcasts, believe in our mission to effectively mainstream the movement to end the exploitation of animals, find community and solace in our shows and resources, and would like to show your support for vegan indie media, please make a donation today. Our Hen House is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, so it’s tax-deductible. Thank you for helping us create quality content! Subscribe to our show on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcatcher, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star review! Check out Our Hen House’s other podcasts: The Animal Law Podcast, The Teaching Jasmin How to Cook Vegan Podcast, and the Antiracism in Animal Advocacy Audio Series. Follow us on social media! You can find Our Hen House on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Threads, or Bluesky. The Our Hen House theme song is written and performed by Michael Harren.

Mar 7, 2025 • 1h 3min
Creating Vegan Safe Havens: Transforming Tragedy into Healing with Frances Gonzalez
In this powerful episode, we welcome Frances Gonzalez, founder of Little Logan’s Farm, who shares her inspiring journey of creating a veganic sanctuary and educational space in New York’s Hudson Valley. After experiencing profound personal loss, Frances channeled her grief into building a community space that champions veganic farming and compassionate living. Through innovative farm-to-table events and educational programs, she’s breaking new ground in showing how sustainable, animal-free agriculture can bring people together and heal communities. This episode explores: The story behind Little Logan’s Farm in Gardiner, NY, and how it became a safe haven for both humans and animals Biocyclic vegan agriculture and its importance in creating truly cruelty-free farming systems How farm-to-table experiences can showcase plant-based cuisine without exploiting animals Frances’s work with Puerto Rico VegFest and expanding vegan education globally The intersection of sustainable farming, community building, and healing through nature
ABOUT OUR GUEST Frances Gonzalez is a pioneering force in the vegan movement, serving as both the founder of Vegfest Puerto Rico and co-founder of Little Logan’s Farm, a sustainable sanctuary in New York’s Hudson Valley. At Little Logan’s Farm, she has created an innovative fusion of veganic farming practices and elegant event spaces, offering farm-to-table experiences, sustainable wedding venues, wellness retreats, and educational programming. Through her work in both Puerto Rico and New York, Frances demonstrates how plant-based living, environmental sustainability, and animal welfare can harmoniously combine in modern spaces while maintaining a deep connection to nature.
RESOURCES Derek Sarno on Youtube How vernal ponds are saving Rochester’s frogs It’s Weird That Eggs Were Ever Cheap Why Big Pharma wants you to eat more meat Vegan ‘Anora’ Star Mikey Madison Wins ‘Best Actress’ Oscar The Most Ambitious Plant-Based College Dining Initiative Yet Comes to Texas
INTERVIEW TRANSCRIPT We are thrilled to expand the accessibility of our podcast by offering written transcripts of the interviews! Click here to read this episode's interview. _____________________________________________ Thank you for listening to the Our Hen House podcast! If you enjoy our podcasts, believe in our mission to effectively mainstream the movement to end the exploitation of animals, find community and solace in our shows and resources, and would like to show your support for vegan indie media, please make a donation today. Our Hen House is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, so it’s tax-deductible. Thank you for helping us create quality content! Subscribe to our show on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcatcher, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star review! Check out Our Hen House’s other podcasts: The Animal Law Podcast, The Teaching Jasmin How to Cook Vegan Podcast, and the Antiracism in Animal Advocacy Audio Series. Follow us on social media! You can find Our Hen House on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Threads, or Bluesky. The Our Hen House theme song is written and performed by Michael Harren.

Feb 28, 2025 • 0sec
The Hen Report: “It’s the only thing that makes any sense” – A conversation about animals, truth, and hope
On this week’s Hen Report, Jasmin and Mariann explore how we maintain focus on animal advocacy during times of broader crisis, discussing everything from the power of repetition in countering industry narratives to the latest developments in vegan food innovation. Through personal stories and current events, they examine why animal rights remains a crucial lens for understanding and addressing global challenges. Key Discussion Points: How the “illusory truth effect” impacts animal advocacy Recent developments in vegan alternatives and industry response The significance of the UK’s first vegan Michelin star restaurant Updates on the bird flu crisis and egg alternatives Personal experiences navigating vegan advocacy in daily life The enduring importance of animal rights in times of crisis
RESOURCES Mariann’s article in The Cornell Law Review: Desperate Times and Desperate Measures Animal Law Podcast 117: The Case of the Frankenchicken The effects of repetition frequency on the illusory truth effect Vegan Restaurant Wins Michelin Star In UK First Is Fake Meat Better for You Than Real Meat? Dunkin’ is no longer charging extra for nondairy milk Bone appétit! Dog treats from lab-grown meat are hitting the U.K. market The Unnatural History of Bird Flu One state’s flawed, desperate new plan to fix its egg shortage Just Egg Becomes America’s Most Reliable Egg Wild fish use visual cues to recognize individual divers Lab mice may give ‘first aid’ to unconscious mates
INTERVIEW TRANSCRIPT We are thrilled to expand the accessibility of our podcast by offering written transcripts of the interviews! Click here to read this episode's interview. _____________________________________________ Thank you for listening to the Our Hen House podcast! If you enjoy our podcasts, believe in our mission to effectively mainstream the movement to end the exploitation of animals, find community and solace in our shows and resources, and would like to show your support for vegan indie media, please make a donation today. Contributions of any amount are hugely appreciated. Our Hen House is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, so it’s tax-deductible. Thank you for helping us create quality content! Subscribe to our show on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcatcher, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star review! Check out Our Hen House’s other podcasts: The Animal Law Podcast, The Teaching Jasmin How to Cook Vegan Podcast, and the Antiracism in Animal Advocacy Audio Series. Follow us on social media! You can find Our Hen House on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, or X (formerly Twitter). The Our Hen House theme song is written and performed by Michael Harren.

Feb 21, 2025 • 1h
Systems Thinking & Factory Farming: A Strategic Approach with Dr. Rachel Mason
Scientist Dr. Rachel Mason joins us to break down her groundbreaking research on dismantling industrial animal agriculture through systems thinking. From her work with Animal Charity Evaluators to her current research using AI to track factory farms globally, Dr. Mason reveals how different forms of activism can work together for maximum impact in challenging factory farming. This episode explores: How the mechanisms supporting factory farming extend beyond the farms themselves Why coordinated activism across different approaches creates more effective change The role of emerging technologies in tracking and challenging industrial agriculture How local initiatives like Denmark’s plant-based food plan demonstrate systems thinking in action Ways activists can contribute to systemic change from their individual positions
ABOUT OUR GUEST Dr. Rachel Mason is a multidisciplinary scientist whose research bridges agriculture, data science, and sustainable food systems. After earning her PhD in Astronomy and working at leading observatories worldwide, she redirected her focus to address urgent environmental challenges on Earth. Through her MS in Plant & Soil Science, she specialized in sustainable agriculture and food system transformation. Dr. Mason’s groundbreaking research examines the environmental impact of animal agriculture, sustainable farming practices, and food system sustainability through innovative approaches including machine learning and remote sensing. As an independent researcher, she tackles complex intersectional issues in food justice, agricultural systems, and animal welfare, applying her unique scientific perspective to advance more ethical and sustainable food production methods.
RESOURCES Factory Farm Pollution Can Be Seen From Space, Scientists Say The Friend on Bookshop.org A System-Focused Approach To Industrial Food Animal Production Institute for Agriculture & Trade Policy website Seed the Commons website New Roots Institute website Rachel Mason on Linkedin
INTERVIEW TRANSCRIPT We are thrilled to expand the accessibility of our podcast by offering written transcripts of the interviews! Click here to read this episode's interview. _____________________________________________ Thank you for listening to the Our Hen House podcast! If you enjoy our podcasts, believe in our mission to effectively mainstream the movement to end the exploitation of animals, find community and solace in our shows and resources, and would like to show your support for vegan indie media, please make a donation today. Our Hen House is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, so it’s tax-deductible. Thank you for helping us create quality content! Subscribe to our show on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcatcher, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star review! Check out Our Hen House’s other podcasts: The Animal Law Podcast, The Teaching Jasmin How to Cook Vegan Podcast, and the Antiracism in Animal Advocacy Audio Series. Follow us on social media! You can find Our Hen House on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Threads, or Bluesky. The Our Hen House theme song is written and performed by Michael Harren.

Feb 14, 2025 • 1h 34min
The Power of Play: Using Improv to Strengthen Animal Advocacy with Zoe Novic and Austin Meyer
In this engaging episode, documentary filmmaker Austin Meyer and sanctuary director Zoe Novic share how improvisation techniques can revolutionize animal advocacy. From their work leading “Advocacy Playground” workshops at the Animal and Vegan Advocacy Summit to Austin’s compelling animal-focused documentaries, the couple demonstrates how creativity and playfulness can strengthen activism while building essential skills like listening and adaptability. Their unique approach combines professional expertise with a deep commitment to animal protection, offering fresh perspectives on advocacy techniques. This episode explores: How improv principles like “Yes, and” can enhance activist communication and campaign planning The importance of incorporating play and creativity into serious advocacy work Strategies for telling compelling animal stories through documentary filmmaking Ways to build connection and trust within animal advocacy organizations The value of bringing National Geographic-style storytelling to farm animal narratives
ABOUT OUR GUESTS Zoe is the Executive Director of the Center for Animal Protection and Education (CAPE). By day, she combines her passion for animal advocacy, public health, and education at the CAPE animal sanctuary. By night, Zoe can be found playing music, performing in live theater, or leading improv-based leadership workshops with her partner, Austin. Austin is a documentary filmmaker, National Geographic Explorer, and theatrical improviser. By day, he takes the chaos around him and tries to arrange it into meaningful stories, both with his camera and on stage. By night, Austin can be found running in the mountains, playing mandolin, and wondering how he got so lucky to call Zoe his partner in crime and in life.
RESOURCES Water Bear documentary Center for Animal Protection & Education (CAPE) website Collective Capital website Austin Meyer Films website CAPE on Linkedin CAPE on Instagram CAPE on Facebook Austin Meyer on Instagram Austin Meyer Youtube
INTERVIEW TRANSCRIPT We are thrilled to expand the accessibility of our podcast by offering written transcripts of the interviews! Click here to read this episode's interview. _____________________________________________ Thank you for listening to the Our Hen House podcast! If you enjoy our podcasts, believe in our mission to effectively mainstream the movement to end the exploitation of animals, find community and solace in our shows and resources, and would like to show your support for vegan indie media, please make a donation today. Our Hen House is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, so it’s tax-deductible. Thank you for helping us create quality content! Subscribe to our show on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcatcher, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star review! Check out Our Hen House’s other podcasts: The Animal Law Podcast, The Teaching Jasmin How to Cook Vegan Podcast, and the Antiracism in Animal Advocacy Audio Series. Follow us on social media! You can find Our Hen House on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Threads, or Bluesky. The Our Hen House theme song is written and performed by Michael Harren.

Feb 7, 2025 • 1h 37min
Rethinking Rat Control: Wildlife Conservation and Compassionate Solutions with Dr. Bec Gooley
In this eye-opening episode, conservation scientist Dr. Bec Gooley challenges our perceptions of one of the most maligned animals – rats. From debunking disease myths to exposing the devastating environmental impact of rodenticides, Dr. Gooley shares groundbreaking research about how rat poisons are affecting entire ecosystems. As both a scientist and policy advocate, she discusses California’s landmark legislation restricting anticoagulant rodenticides and explores compassionate alternatives for human-wildlife coexistence. This episode explores: • The truth about rats’ intelligence, social behavior, and role in ecosystems • How rodenticides impact wildlife, with over 90% of mountain lions testing positive for rat poison • California’s groundbreaking legislation restricting anticoagulant rodenticides • Science-based, humane alternatives to lethal rat control • The One Health approach to human-wildlife conflict resolution
ABOUT OUR GUEST Dr. Bec Gooley is a conservation scientist specializing in wildlife disease ecology and environmental toxicology, with groundbreaking work on rodenticide impacts on ecosystems. After completing her Ph.D. at the University of Sydney and postdoctoral research at the Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute, she now serves as a David H. Smith Conservation Research Fellow at UC Davis. Her research on rat poison’s devastating effects on wildlife led to landmark legislation prohibiting anticoagulant rodenticides in California. Combining scientific expertise with advocacy, she champions compassionate coexistence strategies and develops innovative solutions for human-wildlife conflict, particularly focusing on ethical approaches to rodent populations. Contact her at rebecca.m.gooley@gmail.com
RESOURCES How hospitals are tackling the environmental crisis in health care How U.S. Taxpayers Bailed Out the Poultry Industry, and Helped Entrench Avian Flu Insisting on Cheaper Eggs Is a Huge Mistake Exclusive: New healthy drink guidelines for kids say no caffeine before age 19 n meat- and fish-loving Japan, veganism is making a comeback ‘Insanely tasty green food’: how the meaty Danes embraced a world-first plant-based plan How Trader Joe’s got caught up in a farmgirl TikTok beef A Well Fed World: Climate-friendly food guide Dr Bec Gooley on Instagram WISDOM Good Works website
INTERVIEW TRANSCRIPT We are thrilled to expand the accessibility of our podcast by offering written transcripts of the interviews! Click here to read this episode's interview. _____________________________________________ The Learn Veganic Online Gardening Course is starting on February 12th, 2025. You’ll learn how to grow a thriving fruit and veggie garden using fully vegan techniques, without any animal byproducts like bonemeal or manure. You can save $15 with the code OURHENHOUSE at https://learnveganic.com/ _____________________________________________ Thank you for listening to the Our Hen House podcast! If you enjoy our podcasts, believe in our mission to effectively mainstream the movement to end the exploitation of animals, find community and solace in our shows and resources, and would like to show your support for vegan indie media, please make a donation today. Our Hen House is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, so it’s tax-deductible. Thank you for helping us create quality content! Subscribe to our show on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcatcher, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star review! Check out Our Hen House’s other podcasts: The Animal Law Podcast, The Teaching Jasmin How to Cook Vegan Podcast, and the Antiracism in Animal Advocacy Audio Series. Follow us on social media! You can find Our Hen House on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Threads, or Bluesky. The Our Hen House theme song is written and performed by Michael Harren.

Jan 31, 2025 • 1h 30min
The Truth About Regenerative Grazing with Jennifer Molidor and Ashley Capps
In this essential episode for animal advocates, environmental experts Jennifer Molidor (Center for Biological Diversity) and Ashley Capps (A Well Fed World) expose how the meat industry uses “regenerative grazing” claims to greenwash factory farming. From debunking myths about grass-fed beef to revealing the devastating impact of cattle grazing on wildlife and climate change, this conversation equips our flock with science-backed responses to common pro-meat environmental claims. This episode explores: • The scientific evidence debunking regenerative grazing as a climate solution • Why grass-fed beef requires more land and produces more methane than factory farming • How the meat industry co-opts environmental terminology to mislead consumers • The connection between cattle grazing and global deforestation • Plant-based solutions for genuine environmental sustainability
ABOUT OUR GUESTS Dr. Jennifer Molidor is Senior Food Campaigner at the Center for Biological Diversity, where she leads the “Take Extinction Off Your Plate” campaign and drives Population and Sustainability program initiatives addressing industrial agriculture’s impact on wildlife conservation and climate change. With expertise in sustainable food systems and environmental policy, she previously served at the Animal Legal Defense Fund and as an assistant professor at Kansas State University. Dr. Molidor, who holds a Ph.D. from the University of Notre Dame, focuses on the intersection of food choices, farming practices, biodiversity protection, and environmental sustainability. Ashley Capps is a writer, researcher, and poet who combines her creative background with animal rights advocacy at A Well-Fed World, where she focuses on food justice and climate solutions. As founder of the Mothers Against Dairy campaign and a frequent contributor to Free from Harm, she brings a unique perspective to environmental and animal rights activism. An NEA fellowship recipient and published poet, Ashley leverages her creative writing expertise to advocate for plant-based solutions and animal welfare. She currently lives in North Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains, where she continues her work in animal advocacy while co-editing an upcoming animal poetry anthology for Trinity University Press.
RESOURCES Animal Law Podcast 116 The Case of the Thirsty Elk The Animal Industry Has No Chance to Survive ‘A Dangerous Virus’: Bird Flu Enters a New Phase The Media Is Obsessed with Ultra-Processed Foods in 2025 — but Coverage Is Missing the Forest for the (Broccoli) Trees China Opens $11M Cultivated Meat Centre with Support From Local Govt & Businesses USDA pushing beans over meat is music to our ears Submit a comment on the dietary guidelines Learn Veganic Online Gardening Course Jennifer Molidor’s website Jennifer’s FoodX Newsletter Ashley Capps’ website Grazing Facts website Center for Biological Diversity’s regenerative agriculture campaign page Regenerative Agriculture policy primer A Guide to the Impact of Beef Production on Wildlife and Biodiversity Cows and Climate Change Factsheet The Problem with Regenerative Beef Factsheet Slaughterhouse Factsheet Climate Friendly Food Guide The New Sent(i)ence anthology’s Facebook The New Sent(i)ence Anthology’s Instagram
INTERVIEW TRANSCRIPT We are thrilled to expand the accessibility of our podcast by offering written transcripts of the interviews! Click here to read this episode's interview. _____________________________________________ The Learn Veganic Online Gardening Course is starting on February 12th, 2025. You’ll learn how to grow a thriving fruit and veggie garden using fully vegan techniques, without any animal byproducts like bonemeal or manure. You can save $15 with the code OURHENHOUSE at https://learnveganic.com/ _____________________________________________ Thank you for listening to the Our Hen House podcast! If you enjoy our podcasts, believe in our mission to effectively mainstream the movement to end the exploitation of animals, find community and solace in our shows and resources, and would like to show your support for vegan indie media, please make a donation today. Our Hen House is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, so it’s tax-deductible. Thank you for helping us create quality content! Subscribe to our show on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcatcher, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star review! Check out Our Hen House’s other podcasts: The Animal Law Podcast, The Teaching Jasmin How to Cook Vegan Podcast, and the Antiracism in Animal Advocacy Audio Series. Follow us on social media! You can find Our Hen House on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Threads, or Bluesky. The Our Hen House theme song is written and performed by Michael Harren.

Jan 24, 2025 • 1h 37min
Plant-Based Medicine and Healthcare Reform with Dr. Zach Burns
Join us for an eye-opening conversation with family physician Dr. Zach Burns about transforming healthcare through plant-based nutrition. From examining the pharmaceutical industry’s influence on medical education to exploring practical solutions for chronic disease prevention, discover how integrating lifestyle medicine could revolutionize our approach to health. Through candid discussion about medical training, patient care, and systemic change, Dr. Burns shares insights about creating a more compassionate and effective healthcare system. Key Discussion Points: • The pharmaceutical industry’s impact on healthcare • Integrating plant-based nutrition into medical education • Making lifestyle medicine accessible to all patients • Balancing ethics and medicine in clinical practice • The future of preventive healthcare • Breaking down barriers to healthy eating
ABOUT OUR GUEST A plant-based nutrition advocate, Zach Burns, DO, MPH practices medicine to improve the lives of human and non-human beings. He is an assistant professor of family medicine at the University of Rochester as well as associate director for Moving Medicine Forward, a non-profit led by the pioneering plantrician Michael Klaper to cultivate a new generation of health professionals who have the nutritional literacy to tackle chronic disease. His writing and blog can be found at www.herbivores.life. Dr Zach Burns’s website Moving Medicine Forward website
RESOURCES Jan Dutkiewicz on Bluesky Meatpacking Companies to Pay $8 Million for U.S. Child Labor Violations Peter Kalmus on Bluesky Herbivore on Bluesky Ridglan: Cruelty May Be Illegal, Unless It’s Called Research Animal Law Podcast episode 109 Earthlings (3 book series)
INTERVIEW TRANSCRIPT We are thrilled to expand the accessibility of our podcast by offering written transcripts of the interviews! Click here to read this episode's interview. _____________________________________________ Thank you for listening to the Our Hen House podcast! If you enjoy our podcasts, believe in our mission to effectively mainstream the movement to end the exploitation of animals, find community and solace in our shows and resources, and would like to show your support for vegan indie media, please make a donation today. Our Hen House is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, so it’s tax-deductible. Thank you for helping us create quality content! Subscribe to our show on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcatcher, and don’t forget to leave a 5-star review! Check out Our Hen House’s other podcasts: The Animal Law Podcast, The Teaching Jasmin How to Cook Vegan Podcast, and the Antiracism in Animal Advocacy Audio Series. Follow us on social media! You can find Our Hen House on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Threads, or Bluesky. The Our Hen House theme song is written and performed by Michael Harren.