Lantern Voices

In 1993, Jim Mason published his book, An Unnatural Order. It was a one-of-a-kind work that debunked the idea that cruelty and domination is an intrinsic part of human nature. This book was revised and republished in 2021 by Lantern Publishing and MediaJoin us in conversation with Jim Mason about his life and his book.Episode links:Get the book: https://lanternpm.org/book/an-unnatural-order-2/Access our ebook store: https://lanternpm.org/ebook-store/Jim Mason's new book: https://amzn.to/4iYjMr3Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lanternpm/

Welcome to part 2 of our discussion with authors and editors of the book Exploring Topics in Non/Human Coexistence. Today we spoke to Amanda Williams, Varun Joshi, and Mark Suchyta about the impacts of borders in the more than human life, Brahminical Vegetarianism, and actions we can take as activists during trying times. If you missed part 1, go check it our in our podcast feed! You can listen to the episodes in any order!Episode links:What Can I Do, by Amanda Williams: https://amzn.to/43jz5pGThe Over Privileged Human, by Amanda Williams and Paislee House: https://pmpress.org/index.php?l=product_detail&p=1588Crime, Ecophilosophy and Environmental Harm (article): https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/1362480698002003003Professor Yamini Narayanan's researcher profile: https://experts.deakin.edu.au/2819-yamini-narayananRensk Studio: https://rensk.studio/Rensk Studio Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/renskstudioFollow Lantern Publishing and Media on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lanternpm/

Nathan Poirier, an editor focusing on ethics and veganism, joins Emily Tronetti, a humane education specialist and doctoral student, along with Lucrezia Barucca, an author of environmental humanities. They dive deep into humane education and the philosophy of non-interference in human-animal relations. Discussions explore the importance of recognizing animal agency, the concept of 'interbeing,' and embracing a more inclusive approach to coexistence. Their insights offer a fresh perspective on building connections across species while advocating for empathy and respect.

Flaco the owl escaped the Central Park Zoo in 2023, living the last year of his life as a free bird, soaring through midtown Manhattan. His inspirational story comes to life in Christine Mott's picture book, Free Bird: Flaco's Dreams Take Flight. With beautiful watercolor illustrations by Ofra Layla Isler, this book is a great pick to read with the children in your life.Episode links:Flaco's obituary on The New York Times: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/02/24/nyregion/flaco-eurasian-eagle-owl-nyc.htmlMeet Christine Mott at The Corner Bookstore (May 15, 2025): https://cornerbookstorenyc.com/event/christine-mott-launches-her-debut-picture-book-free-bird/Meet Christine Mott at The Greenlight Bookstore (May 18, 2025): https://www.eventbrite.com/e/story-time-christine-mott-tickets-1309092634309Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lanternpm/

The Vegan Transformation is Dr. Angela Crawford's new book about veganism, mental health, and some of the psychological impacts of choosing a vegan life. In this episode, we talk to Dr. Crawford about the research behind her book, as well as about concepts like cognitive dissonance, the meat paradox, and carnism.Episode Links:Get your copy of The Vegan Transformation: https://lanternpm.org/book/the-vegan-transformation/Follow Lantern Publishing and Media on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lanternpm/

In today's episode we talked to Isabella La Rocca González, author of the book Censored Landscapes. This photographic journey takes us to the hidden landscaped of animal farms.For a limited time, you can visit the Censored Landscapes virtual exhibition: https://artspaces.kunstmatrix.com/en/exhibition/14115562/censored-landscapes-hidden-reality-farming-animalsFollow Isabella La Rocca González's updates on her website: https://glissi.org/

Author Bill Crain is living the dream! In today's episode he shares the daily lives and intriguing tales of some of the non-human habitants of his farm sanctuary. His book, Animal Stories, collects the most interesting events in the lives of chickens, turkeys, pigs, and many more, showing that there is more in each animal than it meets the eye.Episode links:Learn more about Safe Haven Farm Sanctuary: https://safehavenfarmsanctuary.org/Learn more about protecting the Black Bears in New Jersey: https://aplnj.org/black-bear-protection/Follow Lantern on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lanternpm/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lanternpm/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lanternpmofficialBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/lanternpm.bsky.socialYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lanternpublishingmedia8022

Author, activist, and podcaster, Hope Bohanec is our guest today at Lantern Voices! In our conversation, we discussed about what is behind the humane labeling we see in many products, especially dairy and eggs. Hope shares stories of her activism, talks about her book, The Humane Hoax, and makes a plea for a world without any sort of animal exploitation.Episode links:Buy The Humane Hoax, by Hope Bohanec: https://lanternpm.org/book/the-humane-hoax/Compassionate Living Project: https://www.compassionate-living.org/Hope for the Animals Podcast: https://hopefortheanimalspodcast.org/Follow Lantern Voices podcast in your favorite streaming platform.Follow @lanternpm on Instagram.

Are you feeling overwhelmed? Like you are rolling a stone uphill that insists in coming down every time it seems to be some progress?This feeling that we are failing, not doing enough, or that we have too many powerful forces to fight against in our activism is becoming more and more common.In this episode we have a conversation with Jess Bugg. In her book You Had To Be There: Thoughts on Ecological Grief in the Anthropocene, Jess writes about dealing with grief, and coping mechanisms, activities, and thoughts, for when everything seems hopeless.Episode links:But You Had to Be There: https://lanternpm.org/book/you-had-to-be-there/Check out Jess' works and her courses on her website: https://www.jessbugg.com/Follow Lantern Voices podcast in your favorite streaming platform.Follow @lanternpm on Instagram.

Do you raise vegan children or have you considered the idea?Veganism in childhood is still a highly debated topic. The two authors in this episode have decided to take upon themselves the challenges of talking about the ethics of veganism with kids. Their picture books do not shelter the little ones from the harsh realities faced by animals in a human-dominated world, but they offer a beam of hope.Let's chat with Anouk Frolic, author of The Be Kind Alphabet, and Cheryl Moss, author of Gabriel, Cluck, and Pickle, the book in our Children's Loving Library bundle.Follow Lantern Voices podcast in your favorite streaming platform.Follow @lanternpm on Instagram.