The Vegan Report

"Does eating eggs from your backyard chickens vegan?" This question just accepts the premise that owning backyard chickens in the first place is acceptable. Maybe if you own lots of land in a rural area, where farming already takes place. But this idea that vegans from the city or the suburbs can totally adopt rescue hens, put them in their small backyards and, in fact, we should give that a cool name - like micro sanctuary- is totally wrong. It means we have accepted that this is the new normal. That this cultural battle was lost, despite the popular rejection of this practice.The Problem with Backyard Chickens: https://www.egg-truth.com/egg-blog/backyardchickenChicken Coop Market: https://www.factmr.com/report/2256/chicken-coop-marketUrban Chicken Ownership in Four U.S. Cities (USDA study): https://www.aphis.usda.gov/sites/default/files/poultry10_dr_urban_chicken_four.pdfGot a wild animal damaging your property? It's legal to kill it in MA: https://www.telegram.com/story/lifestyle/nature-wildlife/2025/06/05/living-with-wildlife-can-you-shoot-animal-in-your-backyard/84025037007/Retiring from Sanctuary Life. With Catherine Gagnieux | Ep. 89 https://rss.com/podcasts/veganreport/2192614/Uh Oh Canada! Animals Need Your Vote. With Liz White | Ep. 72 https://rss.com/podcasts/veganreport/1987257/The Brutal Truth Behind the Egg Industry. With Nigel Osborne & Juliane Priesemeister | Ep. 08 https://rss.com/podcasts/veganreport/1093447/Bearing Witness to the Cruelty of the Hidden Slaughterhouses. With Colin | Ep. 02 https://rss.com/podcasts/veganreport/1042105/Follow The Vegan Report on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/veganreportpodcast/Follow The Vegan Report on X: https://x.com/veganreportshow

Today, the story of someone who had the wisdom to let go for the better. Her name is Catherine and she is the founder of SAFE sanctuary, which was the first and only farm animal sanctuary in Quebec, hands down the worst Canadian province in terms of animal welfare. SAFE, for more than 20 years, was central to Catherine's life. Imagine devoting most of your time, money, energy and thoughts to one project. The sanctuary was part of her identity. Yet, when she realized that her health was declining and that put the lives of her animal residents, who she calls her babies, in danger - she made the tough call to relocate her animals and pull the plug on the sanctuary. This is an exclusive interview on what it means to retire from full time activism. I asked Catherine if she had any regrets, what was the reaction of her supporters, her thoughts on the future of Quebec and backyard chickens, and much much morePlease consider making a donation to SAFE in order to finance the relocation of its animals: https://donorbox.org/donner-a-safeFollow The Vegan Report on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/veganreportpodcast/Follow The Vegan Report on X: https://x.com/veganreportshowMusic by raspberrymusic from PixabayPicture from Frédéric Côté/Archives La Tribune

Today, we are promoting neurodiversity. Maybe it's the first time you are hearing about neurodiversity. It is the concept that there is no one "right" way of thinking, learning, and behaving, and neurological differences in people - such as autism, ADHD, dyslexia, OCD and more - should not be automatically classified as inherent flaws or deficits.To discuss this topic, I have with me Sabina Bravo, the founder of Animal Law Focus, a nonprofit dedicated to advancing legal protections for farm animals, especially in the Global South.We talked about the link between neurodivergence and veganism, Elon Musk and entrepreneurship, the obstacles neurodivergent people face at work, working from home, and much more.Visit the episode's notes to connect with Sabina and learn more about the Animal Law Focus.Also, for more episodes shedding light on the incredible diversity of people in this movement, including the diversity of brains, follow or subscribe to the show. Share the podcast with your friends. Let's celebrate, every week, how compassion for animals unite people from all walks of life. Thank you!Support Animal Law Foucs: https://www.animallawfocus.org/ASMR & Animal Rights. With WhispersRed | Ep. 28 : https://rss.com/podcasts/veganreport/1322764/Follow The Vegan Report on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/veganreportpodcast/Follow The Vegan Report on X: https://x.com/veganreportshowMusic by Tomomi Kato from Pixabay

Liz Wheeler, philanthropy manager at Faunalytics, and Alice Müller Coleman, development manager at Balanced, delve into the crucial role of funding in animal advocacy. They reveal the complexities of donor motivations and discuss the pressure on organizations in securing funds. The duo addresses the often-overlooked challenges faced by sanctuaries and the need for a nurturing work culture to combat burnout. With insights on strategic fundraising approaches and the importance of transparency, they empower listeners to support meaningful animal causes.

Today, we’re celebrating a powerful victory by Madeline Krasno, founder of Justify, against her alma mater—the University of Wisconsin–Madison. The university censored her online denunciation of the cruel animal testing conducted in its labs, but Madeline fought back and won.She shared with me shocking new details about how the university monitored her social media and even planned to infiltrate an animal rights lecture by creating fake accounts.We also discussed Bryan Kohberger—the Idaho killer who, surprisingly, is vegan. Plus, the launch of Madeline’s new podcast, which I am really excited about. And how allies of this movement can emerge from the most unexpected places.Check out the episode notes to connect with Justify and Madeline. Her initiative is groundbreaking and truly deserves your support. If you want to know more about Madeline's inspiring journey, check out episode 51 of the podcast: Waking up from the nightmare of animal testing.Finally, I invite you to share this episode with your tribe/. Subscribe to the show, leave a positive review, and help grow this podcast. Every bit of support counts. Thank you!Support Justify: https://www.whenwejustify.org/Connect with Justify on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whenwejustifyConnect with Justify on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whenwejustifyConnect with Justify on X: https://www.twitter.com/whenwejustifyWaking Up from the Nightmare of Animal Testing. With Madeline Krasno | Ep. 51 https://rss.com/podcasts/veganreport/1678846/Voicing the Unpopular Truth. With Dr. Faraz Harsini & Madeline Krasno | Ep. 59 https://rss.com/podcasts/veganreport/1794406/Follow The Vegan Report on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/veganreportpodcast/Follow The Vegan Report on X: https://x.com/veganreportshowMusic by Viacheslav Starostin from Pixabay

32 years have passed since the release of the first Jurassic Park movie, now a cinema classic. For today's episode, we are revisiting the original franchise through an animal rights perspective. As the multi-billion dollar bio-tech firm Colossal is seriously considering opening its own Jurassic Park - let's examine closely the impact and legacy of those 90s era movies.To discuss this topic, I have with me Alex Ventimilla Sanchez, a professor of the English & Film Studies Dept of the University of Alberta. He is also part of the team behind the amazing egg-truth.com initiative. Among other things, I asked Alex: Why does our sense of wonderment towards animals makes us want to abuse them?; Do Vegans deceptively make animals appear like children?; Do we exploit animals because of our conditioning or human nature?Connect with Alex: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-ventimilla/Visit egg-truth.com and dairy-truth.com!Our Plant-Based Ancestors. With Dr. Hadar Ahituv | Ep. 68 https://rss.com/podcasts/veganreport/1936713/Follow The Vegan Report on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/veganreportpodcast/Follow The Vegan Report on X: https://x.com/veganreportshowJurassic Park Theme by John Williams (Arranged for Piano) -Modestti

Today, we denounce the complicity of the media in animal exploitation. How they have accepted so much money to carry water for this cruel industry, promoting meat, dairy and egg while perpetuating biased and deceitful anti-vegan beliefs.To discuss this topic, I have with me Donny Moss, a life long animal rights activists who launched my new favorite activist project: Veg Media Watch. What Donny does is scout through all mainstream media coverage of veganism or the animal cause, and call out media organizations or journalists showing a clear anti-vegan bias.I asked Donny "Who should we trust in this media landscape? Does he think our movement has been infiltrated by fake vegan media outlets or activists backed by big Ag? Does political affiliation affect how we cover the animal industry? And much more."Please help this podcast grow by sharing it with the vegans you know. You can also subscribe and leave a good review. Every gesture is appreciated. Thank you!Veg Media Watch on Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/people/Veg-Media-Watch/61577254593597/@VegMediaWatch on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vegmediawatch/Veg Media Watch on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/vegmediawatchFollow The Vegan Report on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/veganreportpodcast/Follow The Vegan Report on X: https://x.com/veganreportshowNote: the NY Times Journalist Donny referenced is named Nicholas Kristof: https://www.nytimes.com/2016/04/17/opinion/sunday/animal-cruelty-or-the-price-of-dinner.htmlMusic by Grand_Project from Pixabay

Today I challenge you to dream of a world where 2 billion Muslims, inspired by their faith, decide to become vegan and embrace the animal cause. At the forefront of making this dream a reality is Green Islam, an initiative of Kind World Media, that reminds Muslims of how modern consumption and lifestyle practices are incompatible with the original ethical spirit of Islam.To discuss this pioneering work, I have with me none other than the founder of Kind World Media and Green Islam, Zehra Abbas. I asked Zehra what to make of Aid Al Adha, an Islamic holiday celebrated by families with the sacrifice of a sheep?; why she thinks Halal meat is a scam?; how vegan activists are failing to reach the Muslim world; and much much more.Kind World Media: https://www.kindworldmedia.com/Green Islam: https://www.greenislam.org/Joey Carbstrong's Halal investigation: https://youtu.be/PJnE2XP5fCU?si=n_ffMB2eoOvsdyV-Earthling Ed Muslim outreach: https://youtu.be/elLPtQjqddQ?si=Qe_oAivwWgnSUATdAl-Ma‘arri: The World's First Vegan. With Dr. Kevin Blankinship | Ep. 37 https://rss.com/podcasts/veganreport/1427038/Lebanon Goes Vegan. With Georges G. Hayek | Ep. 38 https://rss.com/podcasts/veganreport/1438749/The Quran, Verse 6:38 وَمَا مِن دَآبَّةٍۢ فِى ٱلْأَرْضِ وَلَا طَـٰٓئِرٍۢ يَطِيرُ بِجَنَاحَيْهِ إِلَّآ أُمَمٌ أَمْثَالُكُم ۚ مَّا فَرَّطْنَا فِى ٱلْكِتَـٰبِ مِن شَىْءٍۢ ۚ ثُمَّ إِلَىٰ رَبِّهِمْ يُحْشَرُونَ ٣٨All living beings roaming the earth and winged birds soaring in the sky are communities like yourselves. We have left nothing out of the Record. Then to their Lord they will be gathered all together.Follow The Vegan Report on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/veganreportpodcast/Follow The Vegan Report on X! https://x.com/veganreportshowMusic by Mykola Sosin from Pixabay

Before you attend your next pro-animal protest, listen to today's episode on why you could be doing more harm than good and how to make sure your protest has the impact you want it to have.To discuss this topic, I have with me Björn Ólafsson, a researcher, science communicator and animal rights advocate who has recently written for Faunalytics: The Science Of Protests And Demonstrations.For the sake of being a more effective movement, please share this episode far and wide. This is an important PSA episode on the science behind protesting effectively.The Science Of Protests And Demonstrations: https://faunalytics.org/tactics-in-practice-the-science-of-protests-and-demonstrations/Contact Björn: https://www.bjornjohann.com/Follow The Vegan Report on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/veganreportpodcast/Follow The Vegan Report on X! https://x.com/veganreportshowMusic by Rockot from Pixabay

In this episode, we address one of the hottest topic in the vegan community: romantic relationships. We answer all the important questions. Dating questions such as: should I date a fellow vegan or go with chemistry and open my life to carnists? where can I find a vegan partner? can I turn my partner vegan or am I deluding myself? But also, questions about lasting relationships, making veganism sexy or choosing to have kids.And to answer all those questions, we have our in-house professional match-maker, Rabbi Akiva Gersh, also known as the Vegan Rabbi. He had a hand in forming who knows how many loving relationships, so listen carefully to his advice.Plus two loving activist couples: George and Rachael Martin. You know George as Carnism Debunked, he has been on the show many times, and if you follow him on social media, you've seen Rachael too. And Rachael has the same burning flame for animal rights.Then, Tom and Sol, who recently came on the podcast to promote their illustrated book Reynard the House Wolf. They are a couple of artists and activists living remotely in nature. Every time I look at Sol's art, I am reminded of how authentic and inspiring their life is.Rabbi Akiva Gersh: https://www.akivagersh.com/George Martin: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBa4PFp85WLj6T6HYVF0FdQRachael Martin: https://www.instagram.com/elven.vgn/?hl=enTom & Sol: https://www.solanzorena.art/Follow The Vegan Report on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/veganreportpodcast/Follow The Vegan Report on X! https://x.com/veganreportshowMusic by Amir Firouzfard from Pixabay