Our Hen House

Welcome to the 337th episode of Our Hen House! It’s another star-studded episode with reports from across the continent! First up, Jasmin rambles with long-time friends and activists Tracy Martin and Bonnie Goodman about rabbits, potlucks, and saving thyme.   Then Mariann talks with Steven Jenkins and Derek Walter about Esther the Wonder Pig’s new book, how she’s changed both of them, and how she continues to change the world with her winning personality. As always, you’re going to love this episode! And as always, the award-winning, weekly Our Hen House podcast is hosted by Jasmin Singer and Mariann Sullivan. (More events in July for Jasmin. Check out the updates at jasminsinger.com.)   This episode is sponsored by A Well-Fed World. A Well-Fed World is a hunger relief and animal protection organization chipping away at two of the world’s most immense, unnecessary and unconscionable forms of suffering… the suffering of people hungry from lack of food, and the suffering of animals used and abused for food. Mending our unjust food system is a critical part of solving the world’s most destructive and persistent problems. Fortunately, the plant-based foods that promote health and well-being are the same foods that conserve resources to better feed the world, while reducing greenhouse gas emissions and protecting the environment. A Well-Fed World provides the means for change by empowering individuals, social justice organizations, and political decision makers to embrace the benefits of plant-based foods and farming. Learn more at awfw.org. Of course, there’s news you can use and plenty of “Rising Anxieties,” too!   *** You can listen to our podcast directly on our website (beneath this paragraph!) or you can listen and subscribe on iTunes or Stitcher! Also, if you like what you hear, please rate it on iTunes and Stitcher, and don’t forget to leave us a friendly comment! Of course, we would be thrilled if you would also consider making a donation, or becoming a member of our flock (especially if you’re a regular listener). Any amount is hugely appreciated, and Our Hen House is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, so it’s tax-deductible! Thank you for helping us create quality content, and for helping us bring you a new podcast episode each week! The Our Hen House theme song is written and sung by the incredible Michael Harren, who is also OHH’s Social Media Director! Special thanks to OHH’s Director of Operations, Anne Green, and to our audio editor, Eric Milano, of Love Loft Studios. Don’t forget to also tune into Our Hen House’s two other podcasts: The Teaching Jasmin How to Cook Vegan Podcast, and The Animal Law Podcast.  Let’s get squawking!

Welcome to the 336th episode of Our Hen House! Jonathan Balcombe joins Mariann to talk about what we now know about what fish know. And Ryan Patey updates us on T.O.F.U. As always, the award-winning, weekly Our Hen House podcast is hosted by us — Jasmin Singer and Mariann Sullivan. Mariann rambles about news, comments, and hostility on facebook. Jonathan Balcombe joins her to talk about his latest bestseller What a Fish Knows: The Inner Lives of Our Underwater Cousins and why we should start calling them fishes. And you’ll find out what’s happening with T.O.F.U. — the magazine, that is! Magazine co-founder Ryan Patey shares stories from the magazine that promotes and supports those who dedicate their lives to change. Whether we’re on land, in the air, on the road, or under water, we’re all in this together, after all! Speaking of on the road, that’s where Jasmin is! (She reveals some summer shifts for the podcast, too.) Check out the details of her book tour at jasminsinger.com. This episode is sponsored by A Well-Fed World. A Well-Fed World is a hunger relief and animal protection organization chipping away at two of the world’s most immense, unnecessary and unconscionable forms of suffering… the suffering of people hungry from lack of food, and the suffering of animals used and abused for food. Mending our unjust food system is a critical part of solving the world’s most destructive and persistent problems. Fortunately, the plant-based foods that promote health and well-being are the same foods that conserve resources to better feed the world, while reducing greenhouse gas emissions and protecting the environment. A Well-Fed World provides the means for change by empowering individuals, social justice organizations, and political decision makers to embrace the benefits of plant-based foods and farming. Learn more at awfw.org. All that, vegan banter, “Rising Anxieties,” and news, too! *** You can listen to our podcast directly on our website (beneath this paragraph!) or you can listen and subscribe on iTunes or Stitcher! Also, if you like what you hear, please rate it on iTunes and Stitcher, and don’t forget to leave us a friendly comment! Of course, we would be thrilled if you would also consider making a donation, or becoming a member of our flock (especially if you’re a regular listener). Any amount is hugely appreciated, and Our Hen House is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, so it’s tax-deductible! Thank you for helping us create quality content, and for helping us bring you a new podcast episode each week! The Our Hen House theme song is written and sung by the incredible Michael Harren, who is also OHH’s Social Media Director! Special thanks to OHH’s Director of Operations, Anne Green, and to our audio editor, Eric Milano, of Love Loft Studios. Don’t forget to also tune into Our Hen House’s two other podcasts: The Teaching Jasmin How to Cook Vegan Podcast, and The Animal Law Podcast.  Let’s get squawking!

Welcome to the 335th episode of Our Hen House! First up, a hot summer segment from Michael Harren and Eric Milano. Then, Mariann Sullivan interviews Kristie Middleton and Ken Botts of the Humane Society of the United States about their work with institutions across the country to increase the plant-based meals they serve. As always, the award-winning, weekly Our Hen House podcast is hosted by us — Jasmin Singer and Mariann Sullivan. (Jasmin’s on the road in June, so be sure to check out the latest from her book tour at jasminsinger.com.)   This episode is sponsored by A Well-Fed World. A Well-Fed World is a hunger relief and animal protection organization chipping away at two of the world’s most immense, unnecessary and unconscionable forms of suffering… the suffering of people hungry from lack of food, and the suffering of animals used and abused for food. Mending our unjust food system is a critical part of solving the world’s most destructive and persistent problems. Fortunately, the plant-based foods that promote health and well-being are the same foods that conserve resources to better feed the world, while reducing greenhouse gas emissions and protecting the environment. A Well-Fed World provides the means for change by empowering individuals, social justice organizations, and political decision makers to embrace the benefits of plant-based foods and farming. Learn more at awfw.org. Of course, there’s vegan banter, news, and plenty of “Rising Anxieties,” too! *** You can listen to our podcast directly on our website (beneath this paragraph!) or you can listen and subscribe on iTunes or Stitcher! Also, if you like what you hear, please rate it on iTunes and Stitcher, and don’t forget to leave us a friendly comment! Of course, we would be thrilled if you would also consider making a donation, or becoming a member of our flock (especially if you’re a regular listener). Any amount is hugely appreciated, and Our Hen House is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, so it’s tax-deductible! Thank you for helping us create quality content, and for helping us bring you a new podcast episode each week! The Our Hen House theme song is written and sung by the incredible Michael Harren, who is also OHH’s Social Media Director! Special thanks to OHH’s Director of Operations, Anne Green, and to our audio editor, Eric Milano, of Love Loft Studios. Don’t forget to also tune into Our Hen House’s two other podcasts: The Teaching Jasmin How to Cook Vegan Podcast, and The Animal Law Podcast.  Let’s get squawking!

Welcome to the 334th episode of Our Hen House! Mariann Sullivan interviews Israeli food critic, blogger, and animal rights activist Ori Shavit. Her site, Vegans on Top, will soon have more pages in English, but for now you can enjoy a number of her great recipes. As always, the award-winning, weekly Our Hen House podcast is hosted by us — Jasmin Singer and Mariann Sullivan. (Jasmin’s on the road again this month, so be sure to check out the latest from her book tour at jasminsinger.com.)   This episode is sponsored by A Well-Fed World. A Well-Fed World is a hunger relief and animal protection organization chipping away at two of the world’s most immense, unnecessary and unconscionable forms of suffering… the suffering of people hungry from lack of food, and the suffering of animals used and abused for food. Mending our unjust food system is a critical part of solving the world’s most destructive and persistent problems. Fortunately, the plant-based foods that promote health and well-being are the same foods that conserve resources to better feed the world, while reducing greenhouse gas emissions and protecting the environment. A Well-Fed World provides the means for change by empowering individuals, social justice organizations, and political decision makers to embrace the benefits of plant-based foods and farming. Learn more at awfw.org. Of course, there’s vegan banter, news, and plenty of “Rising Anxieties,” too! *** You can listen to our podcast directly on our website (beneath this paragraph!) or you can listen and subscribe on iTunes or Stitcher! Also, if you like what you hear, please rate it on iTunes and Stitcher, and don’t forget to leave us a friendly comment! Of course, we would be thrilled if you would also consider making a donation, or becoming a member of our flock (especially if you’re a regular listener). Any amount is hugely appreciated, and Our Hen House is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, so it’s tax-deductible! Thank you for helping us create quality content, and for helping us bring you a new podcast episode each week! The Our Hen House theme song is written and sung by the incredible Michael Harren, who is also OHH’s Social Media Director! Special thanks to OHH’s Director of Operations, Anne Green, and to our audio editor, Eric Milano, of Love Loft Studios. Don’t forget to also tune into Our Hen House’s two other podcasts: The Teaching Jasmin How to Cook Vegan Podcast, and The Animal Law Podcast.  Let’s get squawking!

Welcome to the 333rd episode of Our Hen House, featuring Lorena Mucke, founder and president of the Ethical Choices Program, and a long-awaited update from Michael Harren on his upcoming animal show. We’ll also chat with business owner Lauren Skoulatos of Inwood Gourmet about how and why her cheese shop is now vegan-friendly. As always, the award-winning, weekly Our Hen House podcast is hosted by us — Jasmin Singer and Mariann Sullivan. (When you’re done listening, be sure to check out the latest from Jasmin’s book tour at jasminsinger.com.)   This episode is sponsored by A Well-Fed World. A Well-Fed World is a hunger relief and animal protection organization chipping away at two of the world’s most immense, unnecessary and unconscionable forms of suffering… the suffering of people hungry from lack of food, and the suffering of animals used and abused for food. Mending our unjust food system is a critical part of solving the world’s most destructive and persistent problems. Fortunately, the plant-based foods that promote health and well-being are the same foods that conserve resources to better feed the world, while reducing greenhouse gas emissions and protecting the environment. A Well-Fed World provides the means for change by empowering individuals, social justice organizations, and political decision makers to embrace the benefits of plant-based foods and farming. Learn more at awfw.org. All that, vegan banter, news, and plenty of “Rising Anxieties,” too! *** You can listen to our podcast directly on our website (beneath this paragraph!) or you can listen and subscribe on iTunes or Stitcher! Also, if you like what you hear, please rate it on iTunes and Stitcher, and don’t forget to leave us a friendly comment! Of course, we would be thrilled if you would also consider making a donation, or becoming a member of our flock (especially if you’re a regular listener). Any amount is hugely appreciated, and Our Hen House is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, so it’s tax-deductible! Thank you for helping us create quality content, and for helping us bring you a new podcast episode each week! The Our Hen House theme song is written and sung by the incredible Michael Harren, who is also OHH’s Social Media Director! Special thanks to OHH’s Director of Operations, Anne Green, and to our audio editor, Eric Milano, of Love Loft Studios. Don’t forget to also tune into Our Hen House’s two other podcasts: The Teaching Jasmin How to Cook Vegan Podcast, and The Animal Law Podcast.  Let’s get squawking!

Welcome to the 332nd episode of Our Hen House, featuring Patrick Battuello, founder of Horseracing Wrongs, and Melissa Amarello, co-founder of Advocates for Snake Preservation. As always, the award-winning, weekly Our Hen House podcast is hosted by us — Jasmin Singer and Mariann Sullivan. In today’s episode, musician Michael Harren joins Jasmin as a guest cohost for the first segment. Learn all about their travels across Cape Cod, by foot, as part of the Strong Hearts Vegan Power running team. (And be sure to check out the latest from Jasmin’s book tour at jasminsinger.com.) Then: Patrick Battuello seeks to expose and abolish the cruelty of the “sport of kings” through his group Horseracing Wrongs. Melissa Amarello‘s Advocates for Snake Preservation fosters compassionate conservation of these oft reviled members of the animal kingdom through education and campaigns. Join Mariann for a riveting discussion with these two changemakers. As always, Mariann will bring us the latest in “Rising Anxieties” as well as current events from the world of animal rights. This episode is sponsored by A Well-Fed World. A Well-Fed World is a hunger relief and animal protection organization chipping away at two of the world’s most immense, unnecessary and unconscionable forms of suffering… the suffering of people hungry from lack of food, and the suffering of animals used and abused for food. Mending our unjust food system is a critical part of solving the world’s most destructive and persistent problems. Fortunately, the plant-based foods that promote health and well-being are the same foods that conserve resources to better feed the world, while reducing greenhouse gas emissions and protecting the environment. A Well-Fed World provides the means for change by empowering individuals, social justice organizations, and political decision makers to embrace the benefits of plant-based foods and farming. Learn more at awfw.org. All that, vegan banter, news, and “Rising Anxieties,” too! *** You can listen to our podcast directly on our website (beneath this paragraph!) or you can listen and subscribe on iTunes or Stitcher! Also, if you like what you hear, please rate it on iTunes and Stitcher, and don’t forget to leave us a friendly comment! Of course, we would be thrilled if you would also consider making a donation, or becoming a member of our flock (especially if you’re a regular listener). Any amount is hugely appreciated, and Our Hen House is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, so it’s tax-deductible! Thank you for helping us create quality content, and for helping us bring you a new podcast episode each week! The Our Hen House theme song is written and sung by the incredible Michael Harren, who is also OHH’s Social Media Director! Special thanks to OHH’s Director of Operations, Anne Green, and to our audio editor, Eric Milano, of Love Loft Studios. Don’t forget to also tune into Our Hen House’s two other podcasts: 

Welcome to the 331st episode of Our Hen House, featuring Eric O’Grey with his story of double rescue. And Cynthia von Buhler presents The Illuminati Ball. As always, the award-winning, weekly Our Hen House podcast is hosted by us — Jasmin Singer and Mariann Sullivan. Hold on to your vegan hats! Today’s episode has loads of extra goodness. We squawk about spring, smart crows, tattoos, and how “we are everything to our animals.” Jasmin reads a question from an advice column, which leads to a charming Valentine’s day in Berkeley moment, among other topics. (Be sure to check out the latest from Jasmin’s book tour at jasminsinger.com.) You’ll hear how Eric O’Grey changed his life by adopting Peety (and a vegan diet). And artist, director, and playwright Cynthia von Buhler talks about her latest play, The Illuminati Ball, featuring plant-based fare and an animal-centric story line. This episode is sponsored by A Well-Fed World. A Well-Fed World is a hunger relief and animal protection organization chipping away at two of the world’s most immense, unnecessary and unconscionable forms of suffering… the suffering of people hungry from lack of food, and the suffering of animals used and abused for food. Mending our unjust food system is a critical part of solving the world’s most destructive and persistent problems. Fortunately, the plant-based foods that promote health and well-being are the same foods that conserve resources to better feed the world, while reducing greenhouse gas emissions and protecting the environment. A Well-Fed World provides the means for change by empowering individuals, social justice organizations, and political decision makers to embrace the benefits of plant-based foods and farming. Learn more at awfw.org. All that, vegan banter, and plenty of “Rising Anxieties,” too! Pet your pets and let’s get squawking! *** You can listen to our podcast directly on our website (beneath this paragraph!) or you can listen and subscribe on iTunes or Stitcher! Also, if you like what you hear, please rate it on iTunes and Stitcher, and don’t forget to leave us a friendly comment! Of course, we would be thrilled if you would also consider making a donation, or becoming a member of our flock (especially if you’re a regular listener). Any amount is hugely appreciated, and Our Hen House is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, so it’s tax-deductible! Thank you for helping us create quality content, and for helping us bring you a new podcast episode each week! The Our Hen House theme song is written and sung by the incredible Michael Harren, who is also OHH’s Social Media Director! Special thanks to OHH’s Director of Operations, Anne Green, and to our audio editor, Eric Milano, of Love Loft Studios. Don’t forget to also tune into Our Hen House’s two other podcasts: The Teaching Jasmin How to Cook Vegan Podcast, and The Animal Law Podcast.   

Welcome to the 330th episode of Our Hen House, featuring Dr. Ethan Ciment (half of Vegan Mos with husband Michael Suchman). As always, the award-winning, weekly Our Hen House podcast is hosted by us — Jasmin Singer and Mariann Sullivan. In today’s episode, we squawk about changing (or covering) the world with vegan cheese. Mariann raves about her wonderful animal law class (but not so much about grading for her animal law class), and we answer a great question from one of our long-time listeners. Jasmin updates us on book tour events in May and June. (Check out the details from her at jasminsinger.com.) Our guest Dr. Ethan Ciment takes a close and personal look at The Jewish Vegan, edited by Rabbi Dr. Shmuly Yanklowitz. (We interviewed Rabbi Yanklowitz on Episode 303.) Although some of the essays may speak more to those who, like Ethan, were raised in the Orthodox Jewish tradition, the book is intended to be for everyone. The Jewish values of being compassionate, not wasting resources, and of working to repair the world are shared by most people, of course. This book could help all of us do better — in our advocacy and in our lives. This episode is sponsored by A Well-Fed World. A Well-Fed World is a hunger relief and animal protection organization chipping away at two of the world’s most immense, unnecessary and unconscionable forms of suffering… the suffering of people hungry from lack of food, and the suffering of animals used and abused for food. Mending our unjust food system is a critical part of solving the world’s most destructive and persistent problems. Fortunately, the plant-based foods that promote health and well-being are the same foods that conserve resources to better feed the world, while reducing greenhouse gas emissions and protecting the environment. A Well-Fed World provides the means for change by empowering individuals, social justice organizations, and political decision makers to embrace the benefits of plant-based foods and farming. Learn more at awfw.org. All that, vegan banter, “Rising Anxieties,” and news, too! *** You can listen to our podcast directly on our website (beneath this paragraph!) or you can listen and subscribe on iTunes or Stitcher! Also, if you like what you hear, please rate it on iTunes and Stitcher, and don’t forget to leave us a friendly comment! Of course, we would be thrilled if you would also consider making a donation, or becoming a member of our flock (especially if you’re a regular listener). Any amount is hugely appreciated, and Our Hen House is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, so it’s tax-deductible! Thank you for helping us create quality content, and for helping us bring you a new podcast episode each week! The Our Hen House theme song is written and sung by the incredible Michael Harren, who is also OHH’s Social Media Director! Special thanks to OHH’s Director of Operations, Anne Green, and to our audio editor, Eric Milano, of Love Loft Studios. Don’t forget to also tune into Our Hen House’s two other podcasts: The Teaching Jasmin How to Cook Vegan Podcast,

Welcome to the 329th episode of Our Hen House, featuring two dynamic duos (three, if you count us)! Sherry Colb and Michael Dorf talk about their new book, Beating Hearts: Abortion and Animal Rights. And Marla Rose and John Beske bring us the latest from VeganStreet.com. As always, the award-winning, weekly Our Hen House podcast is hosted by us — Jasmin Singer and Mariann Sullivan. In today’s episode, we squawk about heroes, cat ladies, and beavers (the animals). And we explain whey we’re justifiably irked by people who say, “that’s not my issue,” as an excuse to continue to eat animals. Jasmin’s stories from her book tour may end up in the next book… (Be sure to check out the latest from her book tour at jasminsinger.com.) Lawyers Sherry Colb and Michael Dorf examine the surprisingly similar questions faced by activists in the pro-life and animal rights movements in their latest book. Marla Rose and John Beske reveal the next project from Vegan Street and talk about changing the world through memes. This episode is sponsored by A Well-Fed World. A Well-Fed World is a hunger relief and animal protection organization chipping away at two of the world’s most immense, unnecessary and unconscionable forms of suffering… the suffering of people hungry from lack of food, and the suffering of animals used and abused for food. Mending our unjust food system is a critical part of solving the world’s most destructive and persistent problems. Fortunately, the plant-based foods that promote health and well-being are the same foods that conserve resources to better feed the world, while reducing greenhouse gas emissions and protecting the environment. A Well-Fed World provides the means for change by empowering individuals, social justice organizations, and political decision makers to embrace the benefits of plant-based foods and farming. Learn more at awfw.org. All that, vegan banter, news, and plenty of “Rising Anxieties,” too! *** You can listen to our podcast directly on our website (beneath this paragraph!) or you can listen and subscribe on iTunes or Stitcher! Also, if you like what you hear, please rate it on iTunes and Stitcher, and don’t forget to leave us a friendly comment! Of course, we would be thrilled if you would also consider making a donation, or becoming a member of our flock (especially if you’re a regular listener). Any amount is hugely appreciated, and Our Hen House is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, so it’s tax-deductible! Thank you for helping us create quality content, and for helping us bring you a new podcast episode each week! The Our Hen House theme song is written and sung by the incredible Michael Harren, who is also OHH’s Social Media Director! Special thanks to OHH’s Director of Operations, Anne Green, and to our audio editor, Eric Milano, of Love Loft Studios. Don’t forget to also tune into Our Hen House’s two other podcasts: The Teaching Jasmin How to Cook Vegan Podcast, and The Animal Law Podcast.  Let’s get squawking!

Welcome to the 328th episode of Our Hen House, featuring Sharon Nunez and Jose Valle of Animal Equality, an international farmed animal advocacy organization dedicated to defending all animals through public education, campaigns, and investigations. As always, the award-winning, weekly Our Hen House podcast is hosted by us — Jasmin Singer and Mariann Sullivan. In today’s episode, we squawk about being kind. Jasmin tells tales of Austin and Pittsburgh — and of a cocktail called “Never Enough!” (Named, of course, after Jasmin’s book! Be sure to check out the latest from her book tour at jasminsinger.com.) Our guests Sharon Nunez and Jose Valle fill us in on Animal Equality‘s outreach with the iAnimal360 project, which allows viewers to immerse themselves virtually in the reality of animal agriculture. Animal Equality is currently active in the United States, United Kingdom, Germany, Italy, Spain, Mexico, Venezuela and India. This episode is sponsored by A Well-Fed World. A Well-Fed World is a hunger relief and animal protection organization chipping away at two of the world’s most immense, unnecessary and unconscionable forms of suffering… the suffering of people hungry from lack of food, and the suffering of animals used and abused for food. Mending our unjust food system is a critical part of solving the world’s most destructive and persistent problems. Fortunately, the plant-based foods that promote health and well-being are the same foods that conserve resources to better feed the world, while reducing greenhouse gas emissions and protecting the environment. A Well-Fed World provides the means for change by empowering individuals, social justice organizations, and political decision makers to embrace the benefits of plant-based foods and farming. Learn more at awfw.org. All that, vegan banter, and plenty of ridiculous “Rising Anxieties,” too, so hold on to your carrots! *** You can listen to our podcast directly on our website (beneath this paragraph!) or you can listen and subscribe on iTunes or Stitcher! Also, if you like what you hear, please rate it on iTunes and Stitcher, and don’t forget to leave us a friendly comment! Of course, we would be thrilled if you would also consider making a donation, or becoming a member of our flock (especially if you’re a regular listener). Any amount is hugely appreciated, and Our Hen House is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, so it’s tax-deductible! Thank you for helping us create quality content, and for helping us bring you a new podcast episode each week! The Our Hen House theme song is written and sung by the incredible Michael Harren, who is also OHH’s Social Media Director! Special thanks to OHH’s Director of Operations, Anne Green, and to our audio editor, Eric Milano, of Love Loft Studios. Don’t forget to also tune into Our Hen House’s two other podcasts: The Teaching Jasmin How to Cook Vegan Podcast, and The Animal Law Podcast.  Let’s get squawking!

Welcome to the 327th episode of Our Hen House, featuring Allison Argo, founder of ArgoFilms, and a review by Ken Swensen of MEATHOOKED: The History and Science of Our 2.5-Million-Year Obsession with Meat by Marta Zaraska. As always, the award-winning, weekly Our Hen House podcast is hosted by us — Jasmin Singer and Mariann Sullivan. In today’s episode, we squawk about Austin, AIDS, Art, Animals (of course), and Authenticity. (Speaking of authenticity, be sure to check out the latest from Jasmin’s book tour at jasminsinger.com.) And you’ll hear from producer, director, writer, and editor Allison Argo, whose latest project is the documentary The Last Pig. ArgoFilms is dedicated to producing films that make a difference by lending a voice to those who cannot speak for themselves. Ken Swensen returns for a timely review of the book  MEATHOOKED: The History and Science of Our 2.5-Million-Year Obsession with Meat by Marta Zaraska. This episode is sponsored by Heidi Ho Organics. Heidi Ho Organics is committed to creating cruelty free, delicious plant-based foods – healthier for you and for the planet. Made with all organic ingredients, our cheeze with a “Z” is packed with cashews, chia, live cultures, and spices. No fillers or words you can’t pronounce, just real, good food, made with love. Pick up Heidi Ho today and be the cheeze – and the change you wish to see in the world. For store locations and additional information visit HeidiHo.com. All that, vegan banter, and plenty of “Rising Anxieties,” too, so hold on to your cheeze! *** You can listen to our podcast directly on our website (beneath this paragraph!) or you can listen and subscribe on iTunes or Stitcher! Also, if you like what you hear, please rate it on iTunes and Stitcher, and don’t forget to leave us a friendly comment! Of course, we would be thrilled if you would also consider making a donation, or becoming a member of our flock (especially if you’re a regular listener). Any amount is hugely appreciated, and Our Hen House is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, so it’s tax-deductible! Thank you for helping us create quality content, and for helping us bring you a new podcast episode each week! The Our Hen House theme song is written and sung by the incredible Michael Harren, who is also OHH’s Social Media Director! Special thanks to OHH’s Director of Operations, Anne Green, and to our audio editor, Eric Milano, of Love Loft Studios. Don’t forget to also tune into Our Hen House’s two other podcasts: The Teaching Jasmin How to Cook Vegan Podcast, and The Animal Law Podcast.  Let’s get squawking!

Welcome to the 326th episode of Our Hen House, featuring Brenda Sanders, whose multi-organizational work in Baltimore is changing countless lives. We also interview Kassy Ortega of The Humane League, and illustrator extraordinaire Caryn Ginsberg. As always, the award-winning, weekly Our Hen House podcast is hosted by us — Jasmin Singer and Mariann Sullivan. No foolin’! Today’s episode is fantastic! We squawk about the latest happenings, live interviews, and intersectionality. (Be sure to also check out jasminsinger.com, too, for the latest on Jasmin’s book tour.) Super-powered social justice activist Brenda Sanders will inspire you with her work to bring animals into the conversation in Baltimore with (among others) Pep Foods Inc., Better Health, Better Life, Open the Cages Alliance, and Vegan Soul Fest. We don’t think she ever sleeps! In two bonus interviews, you’ll find out how Kassy Ortega, DC Grassroots Director at The Humane League, brings compassion to area schools; and you’ll hear how Caryn Ginsberg of Priority Ventures uses visuals (like the one above) to draw out the best in the movement. This episode is sponsored by A Well-Fed World. A Well-Fed World is a hunger relief and animal protection organization chipping away at two of the world’s most immense, unnecessary and unconscionable forms of suffering… the suffering of people hungry from lack of food, and the suffering of animals used and abused for food. Mending our unjust food system is a critical part of solving the world’s most destructive and persistent problems. Fortunately, the plant-based foods that promote health and well-being are the same foods that conserve resources to better feed the world, while reducing greenhouse gas emissions and protecting the environment. A Well-Fed World provides the means for change by empowering individuals, social justice organizations, and political decisionmakers to embrace the benefits of plant-based foods and farming. Learn more at awfw.org. All that, vegan banter, and plenty of “Rising Anxieties,” too, so break out your crayons and draw something fun! *** You can listen to our podcast directly on our website (beneath this paragraph!) or you can listen and subscribe on iTunes or Stitcher! Also, if you like what you hear, please rate it on iTunes and Stitcher, and don’t forget to leave us a friendly comment! Of course, we would be thrilled if you would also consider making a donation, or becoming a member of our flock (especially if you’re a regular listener). Any amount is hugely appreciated, and Our Hen House is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, so it’s tax-deductible! Thank you for helping us create quality content, and for helping us bring you a new podcast episode each week!

Welcome to the 325th episode of Our Hen House, featuring Meg and Komie Vora, sisters and co-founders of Delikate Rayne, a cruelty-free women’s contemporary luxury clothing line. Then, there’s a triple bonus from Michael Harren, who will tell us all about his  favorite vegan YouTubers. As always, the award-winning, weekly Our Hen House podcast is hosted by us — Jasmin Singer and Mariann Sullivan. In today’s episode, the Hens squawk about the various and undeniable connections between social justice movements, prisoners’ rights, LGBT rights, and some upcoming events on those issues. (Speaking of upcoming events, be sure to also check out the latest from Jasmin’s book tour at jasminsinger.com.) You’ll hear from Meg and Komie Vora of Delikate Rayne, whose cruelty-free fashion philosophy is: “Style isn’t worn, it is embodied. A garment is only fashion forward when the right girl makes it her own. The only woman you can be is yourself.” And you’ll find out the answer to that burning question: “What would Michael Harren watch?” (“WWMHW?“) This episode is sponsored by A Well-Fed World. A Well-Fed World is a hunger relief and animal protection organization chipping away at two of the world’s most immense, unnecessary and unconscionable forms of suffering… the suffering of people hungry from lack of food, and the suffering of animals used and abused for food. Mending our unjust food system is a critical part of solving the world’s most destructive and persistent problems. Fortunately, the plant-based foods that promote health and well-being are the same foods that conserve resources to better feed the world, while reducing greenhouse gas emissions and protecting the environment. A Well-Fed World provides the means for change by empowering individuals, social justice organizations, and political decisionmakers to embrace the benefits of plant-based foods and farming. Learn more at awfw.org. All that, vegan banter, and plenty of ridiculous “Rising Anxieties,” too, so hold on to your carrots! *** You can listen to our podcast directly on our website (beneath this paragraph!) or you can listen and subscribe on iTunes or Stitcher! Also, if you like what you hear, please rate it on iTunes and Stitcher, and don’t forget to leave us a friendly comment! Of course, we would be thrilled if you would also consider making a donation, or becoming a member of our flock (especially if you’re a regular listener). Any amount is hugely appreciated, and Our Hen House is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, so it’s tax-deductible! Thank you for helping us create quality content, and for helping us bring you a new podcast episode each week! The Our Hen House theme song is written and sung by the incredible Michael Harren, who is also OHH’s Social Media Director! Special thanks to OHH’s Director of Operations, Anne Green, and to our audio editor, Eric Milano, of Love Loft Studios. Don’t forget to also tune into Our Hen House’s two other podcasts: 

Welcome to the 324th episode of Our Hen House, featuring Lewis Bollard, who leads the Open Philanthropy Project‘s strategy for Farm Animal Welfare. As always, the award-winning, weekly Our Hen House podcast is hosted by us — Jasmin Singer and Mariann Sullivan. We talk about talking about food, the dark days of vegan cheese, and other ‘privileged people problems.’ Jasmin tells of her latest adventures on tour and about upcoming events. (Details about the Always Too Much and Never Enough tour at jasminsinger.com.) In today’s episode, our guest Lewis Bollard explains the work of the Open Philanthropy Project and reveals the project’s first grant recipients, all with his charming New Zealand accent. You’ll learn loads about the way things are moving in the movement, and about the synergy between non- and for-profit companies. Speaking of synergy… We have two podcast sponsorships today! Lucky us and lucky you! This episode is sponsored by A Well-Fed World. A Well-Fed World is a hunger relief and animal protection organization chipping away at two of the world’s most immense, unnecessary and unconscionable forms of suffering… the suffering of people hungry from lack of food, and the suffering of animals used and abused for food. Mending our unjust food system is a critical part of solving the world’s most destructive and persistent problems. Fortunately, the plant-based foods that promote health and well-being are the same foods that conserve resources to better feed the world, while reducing greenhouse gas emissions and protecting the environment. A Well-Fed World provides the means for change by empowering individuals, social justice organizations, and political decisionmakers to embrace the benefits of plant-based foods and farming. Learn more at awfw.org. This episode is also brought to you by V-lish, a project of our friends at Farm Sanctuary. Check out their dynamic guide to delicious cruelty-free eating! With inspired (and many Jasmin-friendly) recipes, videos, and tips and tricks from a wide range of experts, V-lish is a great resource for compassionate living. All that, vegan banter, and plenty of “Rising Anxieties,” too, so hold on to your kiwi!  *** You can listen to our podcast directly on our website (beneath this paragraph!) or you can listen and subscribe on iTunes or Stitcher! Also, if you like what you hear, please rate it on iTunes and Stitcher, and don’t forget to leave us a friendly comment! Of course, we would be thrilled if you would also consider making a donation, or becoming a member of our flock (especially if you’re a regular listener). Any amount is hugely appreciated, and Our Hen House is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, so it’s tax-deductible! Thank you for helping us create quality content, and for helping us bring you a new podcast episode each week! The Our Hen House theme song is written and sung by the incredible Michael Harren, who is also OHH’s Social Media Director! Special thanks to OHH’s Director of Operations, Anne Green, and to our audio editor,

Welcome to the 323rd episode of Our Hen House, featuring Ellie Laks, founder of The Gentle Barn, an amazing place of healing for abused animals and children of all ages. As always, the award-winning, weekly Our Hen House podcast is hosted by us — Jasmin Singer and Mariann Sullivan. Find out what Mariann is getting for her upcoming birthday. (Psst! It involves a story about pigeons and Sue Coe.) Jasmin relates her adventures on tour in Tucson, Tempe, and Salt Lake City. Check out upcoming events at jasminsinger.com. In today’s episode, you’ll be inspired by the work of Ellie Laks at The Gentle Barn, where rescued animals serve at role models to at-risk children for forgiveness and healing. Her story of Chloe, the music-loving turkey who helped Julie learn to speak, will make you shine a bit brighter, too. This episode is sponsored by A Well-Fed World. A Well-Fed World is a hunger relief and animal protection organization chipping away at two of the world’s most immense, unnecessary and unconscionable forms of suffering… the suffering of people hungry from lack of food, and the suffering of animals used and abused for food. Mending our unjust food system is a critical part of solving the world’s most destructive and persistent problems. Fortunately, the plant-based foods that promote health and well-being are the same foods that conserve resources to better feed the world, while reducing greenhouse gas emissions and protecting the environment. A Well-Fed World provides the means for change by empowering individuals, social justice organizations, and political decisionmakers to embrace the benefits of plant-based foods and farming. Learn more at awfw.org. All that, vegan banter, and plenty of “Rising Anxieties,” too, so hug your favorite animal! *** You can listen to our podcast directly on our website (beneath this paragraph!) or you can listen and subscribe on iTunes or Stitcher! Also, if you like what you hear, please rate it on iTunes and Stitcher, and don’t forget to leave us a friendly comment! Of course, we would be thrilled if you would also consider making a donation, or becoming a member of our flock (especially if you’re a regular listener). Any amount is hugely appreciated, and Our Hen House is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, so it’s tax-deductible! Thank you for helping us create quality content, and for helping us bring you a new podcast episode each week! The Our Hen House theme song is written and sung by the incredible Michael Harren, who is also OHH’s Social Media Director! Special thanks to OHH’s Director of Operations, Anne Green, and to our audio editor, Eric Milano, of Love Loft Studios. Don’t forget to also tune into Our Hen House’s two other podcasts: The Teaching Jasmin How to Cook Vegan Podcast, and The Animal Law Podcast.  Let’s get squawking!