How I Learned to Love Shrimp
James Özden
How I Learned To Love Shrimp is a podcast showcasing innovative and impactful ways to help animals and build the animal advocacy movement. We talk to experts about a variety of topics: animal rights, animal welfare, alternative proteins, the future of food, and much more. Whether it's political change, protest, technological innovation or grassroots campaigns, we aim to cover it all with deep dives we release every 2-4 weeks.Subscribe and please do share with any interested folks! You can also leave feedback and suggestions by contacting us directly through our website.
Episodes
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May 2, 2024 • 1h 20min
Sofia Balderson on how rejection can help you grow as an advocate
Sofia Balderson, co-founder of Hive, discusses the value of rejection for personal growth, lessons in starting new projects, importance of philanthropic funders, measuring project value, and building impactful communities in the farmed animal movement. The conversation offers insights on facing rejection, seeking community support, navigating personal and professional development, embracing rejection for growth, enhancing productivity for effective advocacy work, and Hive's rebranding focus on unity and collaboration in animal advocacy.
Apr 23, 2024 • 49min
Ignacia Uribe on some tough decisions nonprofit leaders have to make
Author, CEO, and mother Ignacia Uribe discusses tough decisions in nonprofit leadership, scaling down her organization, importance of country context in campaigning, and challenges in Latin American animal welfare. The episode also covers technical difficulties, veganism pioneers, book writing, nonprofit growth, major victories for animals, and strategies in the Latin American animal rights movement.
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Apr 9, 2024 • 1h 6min
Bob Fischer: The case for including insects in our animal advocacy
Guest Bob Fischer discusses the moral case for considering insect welfare, challenges in measuring insect pain, the rise of insect farming for protein production, welfare concerns in insect slaughter, and the importance of advocating for insect well-being despite their size or perceived intelligence. The podcast explores societal attitudes towards insects, sanctuary workers' impact, insect sentience, and the need for more research and awareness in the animal advocacy movement.
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Mar 26, 2024 • 1h 11min
Kristie Middleton on why engineering breakthroughs are essential for low-cost plant-based alternatives
Kristie Middleton, VP of Business Development for Rebellyous Foods, discusses how engineering breakthroughs make affordable plant-based alternatives a reality. They tackle challenges in scaling plant-based meats for mass consumption, targeting institutions like universities. The episode is a must-listen for those interested in plant-based meats and company scaling in this market.
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Mar 12, 2024 • 1h 37min
Jayasimha Nuggehalli on working collaboratively with the animal agriculture industry to help animals
Exploring the benefits of collaborating with the animal agriculture industry to promote animal welfare in Asia. Discussing challenges, insights from cage-free work, and forecasting the Asian animal movement. Insights from Jayasimha Nuggehalli on the strategic approach to improving animal welfare standards.
Feb 27, 2024 • 1h 23min
Lauren Mee on the career landscape for helping animals
The CEO of Animal Advocacy Careers shares hiring insights and career progression strategies in the animal advocacy movement. Topics include talent acquisition challenges, diverse funding sources, and transitioning between sectors. Discussions on books, animal welfare legislation, and the impact of a potential meat tax are also highlighted.
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Feb 14, 2024 • 1h 37min
Aaron Ross on how to stay motivated and keep fighting for animals for 20+ years
Aaron Ross, animal rights activist, discusses the advantages and challenges of long-term dedication to animal advocacy. Topics include perseverance, burnout, staying motivated, and surrounding oneself with positive influences. The conversation highlights the importance of commitment, skill development, and evolving roles within the movement for personal growth and engagement.
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Jan 31, 2024 • 1h 12min
Tomasz Herok on working undercover in factory farms
Tomasz Herok, who worked undercover in factory farms, shares his experiences and challenges as an undercover investigator. Topics covered include the complexities of being an investigator, trauma and mental health, successful campaigning, changing views on insect consciousness, transitioning to veganism, paradoxes of factory farm workers, manipulation and intimidation, and book and podcast recommendations for animal ethics.
Jan 16, 2024 • 1h 22min
Simon Newstead on developing alternatives to animal protein
Simon Newstead, impact investor, discusses the world of alternative proteins in Asia and challenges faced. Focus on investing in climate-friendly food tech startups, promoting alternative protein sources for sustainability. Balancing impact and profit for animal welfare. Exploring advancements in plant-based and hybrid products for cost and taste parity. Potential of cultivated crustaceans as an alternative to traditional shrimp paste. Recommendations for engagement in alternative protein field.
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Dec 12, 2023 • 1h 24min
Wanyi Zeng on building the farmed animal movement in Southeast Asia
Wanyi Zeng, Executive Director of Welfare Matters, discusses challenges and plans for farmed animal advocacy in Southeast Asia. Topics include funding strategies, surprising statistics on duck farming, tailored campaign strategies, disease outbreaks, and building a movement through the Southeast Asia Family Welfare Fellowship program.
