Lantern Voices

We are back with a brand new episode! Join us in conversation with Zoe Weil, author of, among many books, The World Becomes What We Teach, and Claude and Medea.She has been ahead of The Institute for Humane Education for decades and we were lucky to have her sharing her expertise with us. Get inspired with her stories and learn more about how to become a solutionary.Episode links:The Institute for Humane Education: https://humaneeducation.org/The Solutionary Way: https://humaneeducation.org/become-a-solutionary/the-solutionary-way-zoe-weil/The World Becomes What We Teach: https://lanternpm.org/book/the-world-becomes-what-we-teach/Claude & Medea: https://lanternpm.org/book/claude-medea/Follow Lantern Publishing and Media on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lanternpm/

Our second special summer episode brings back parts of our conversation with Liz Tyson, and with Isabella La Rocca González. Don't miss a brand new episode in two weeks, August 7!Follow Lantern on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lanternpm/Listen to Liz Tyson's episode: https://lanternvoices.alitu.com/episode/7e0721e1-68d4-41ec-95a7-934bfc44c829Listen to Isabella La Rocca González's episode: https://lanternvoices.alitu.com/episode/9e30e696-72be-46f7-8aa1-9f06362b351a

As we take a quick pause during the month of July, walk down memory lane with us and remember our very first episode, with Jimmy Videle, and our sixth episode, with Bill Crain.Follow Lantern on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lanternpm/Listen to Veganic Growing, with Jimmy Videle: https://lanternvoices.alitu.com/episode/b09a2d76-0114-4dbd-ad79-a4d137194becListen to Animal Stories, with Bill Crain: https://lanternvoices.alitu.com/episode/cfdf9a25-727d-45ab-9c68-2d8c9cf2b59f

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