Animal Matters Episode 2: Political Leanings of Animal Rights
In this second episode of Animal Matters Pulitzer-prize winning journalist Glenn Greenwald and Sentient Media co-founder Grant Lingel discuss the political leanings and the associated values around the animal rights movement.
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Is Using Science to Help Animals Adapt to Life on Factory Farms Ever the Solution?
We’re pushing farmed animals to their limits of productivity, breeding chickens to grow fatter, cows to produce more milk, beef cattle to grow more muscle; all to the detriment of their physical and mental welfare.
How Many Animals Are Killed for Food Every Day?
Over 150 million animals are killed around the world every day—just on land. That is 56 billion land animals killed per year, and with wild caught and farmed fishes, we get a daily total closer to 3 billion animals killed.
North Carolina: Petri Dish for Industry-Favoring Agricultural Laws
North Carolina has been and still is a hub for some of the most restrictive and controversial laws in the country, including those favoring the animal ag industry.
Is Using Science to Help Animals Adapt to Life on Factory Farms Ever the Solution?
We’re pushing farmed animals to their limits of productivity, breeding chickens to grow fatter, cows to produce more milk, beef cattle to grow more muscle; all to the detriment of their physical and mental welfare.
How Many Animals Are Killed for Food Every Day?
Over 150 million animals are killed around the world every day—just on land. That is 56 billion land animals killed per year, and with wild caught and farmed fishes, we get a daily total closer to 3 billion animals killed.
North Carolina: Petri Dish for Industry-Favoring Agricultural Laws
North Carolina has been and still is a hub for some of the most restrictive and controversial laws in the country, including those favoring the animal ag industry.
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New York City to Phase Out Processed Meat by 2030 in Push for Green New Deal
New laws and actions will help NYC reach 30% emissions reduction by 2030—more than any other U.S. city—and unlike many big-oil-focussed climate initiatives, the Green New Deal is also targeting animal agriculture.
Megacorporations Want More Ocean Farms. That’s a Huge Mistake.
Like their terrestrial counterparts, industrialized fish farms may be with us for some time as demand for protein outpaces production and alternatives are developed. But there’s no reason to open the country’s federal ocean waters to unsustainable industrial fish farming — the risk to the environment and animal welfare is much too great.
America’s First Vegan Charter School Denied Federal Funding for Removing Dairy
Lunches at public schools in America lack proper nutrition. This mother-turned-founder is taking it upon herself to build an educational curriculum for her daughter that aligns with her vegan values.
Follow the Feathers: Why Down’s “Humane” Claims Can’t Be Trusted
Many companies claim the feathers they use in down coats, pillows, and blankets are “sustainable” and “ethical.” But such marketing is rampant in industries that want to gloss over the treatment of animals.
McDonald’s Is Falling Behind: It Should Embrace Vegan Options
Fast food burger giants like Burger King and White Castle are embracing the rise of plant-based foods and adding vegan burgers to their menus. McDonald’s, on the other hand, is not. The fries aren’t even vegan.
Book Reviews
Book Review: Why We Love Dogs, Eat Pigs, and Wear Cows by Melanie Joy
Carnism isn’t unlearned until we “witness the truth of carnism while witnessing ourselves.” As Joy puts it, we need to show ourselves as much compassion during this process as we show animals.
Book Review: The Lives of Animals by J.M. Coetzee
J.M. Coetzee takes on a literary struggle with the moral distinction – or lack thereof – between human and animal suffering and death. Whether you agree with him or not, this book should be of interest to most people thinking about animals and morality.
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Animal Matters Episode 2: Political Leanings of Animal Rights
In this second episode of Animal Matters Pulitzer-prize winning journalist Glenn Greenwald and Sentient Media co-founder Grant Lingel discuss the political leanings and the associated values around the animal rights movement.
Whole Foods CEO: “I cannot account for our suppliers”
Other Videos Whole Foods CEO on sustainability: "I cannot account for the suppliers we deal with" When asked about the sustainability standards about its meat suppliers – Tyson and Cargill specifically – Whole Foods CEO James Mackey said there isn't much he can do. "I...
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Earthling Ed: Media Bias Against Veganism?
In this video of his first podcast episode, the popular animal rights activist Earthling Ed, known for his Socratic debating style, takes a detailed look at some recent media attention that his work and arguments of other animal rights activists have garnered
Whole Foods CEO: “I cannot account for our suppliers”
Other Videos Whole Foods CEO on sustainability: "I cannot account for the suppliers we deal with" When asked about the sustainability standards about its meat suppliers – Tyson and Cargill specifically – Whole Foods CEO James Mackey said there isn't much he can do. "I...
Animal Matters Episode 2: Political Leanings of Animal Rights
In this second episode of Animal Matters Pulitzer-prize winning journalist Glenn Greenwald and Sentient Media co-founder Grant Lingel discuss the political leanings and the associated values around the animal rights movement.
Earthling Ed: Media Bias Against Veganism?
In this video of his first podcast episode, the popular animal rights activist Earthling Ed, known for his Socratic debating style, takes a detailed look at some recent media attention that his work and arguments of other animal rights activists have garnered
Whole Foods CEO: “I cannot account for our suppliers”
Other Videos Whole Foods CEO on sustainability: "I cannot account for the suppliers we deal with" When asked about the sustainability standards about its meat suppliers – Tyson and Cargill specifically – Whole Foods CEO James Mackey said there isn't much he can do. "I...
Animal Matters Episode 2: Political Leanings of Animal Rights
In this second episode of Animal Matters Pulitzer-prize winning journalist Glenn Greenwald and Sentient Media co-founder Grant Lingel discuss the political leanings and the associated values around the animal rights movement.
Book Reviews
Book Review: Why We Love Dogs, Eat Pigs, and Wear Cows by Melanie Joy
Carnism isn’t unlearned until we “witness the truth of carnism while witnessing ourselves.” As Joy puts it, we need to show ourselves as much compassion during this process as we show animals.
Book Review: The Lives of Animals by J.M. Coetzee
J.M. Coetzee takes on a literary struggle with the moral distinction – or lack thereof – between human and animal suffering and death. Whether you agree with him or not, this book should be of interest to most people thinking about animals and morality.
Book Review: Why You Eat What You Eat by Rachel Herz
There’s are reasons behind what we eat, whether it’s how much sugar we eat or why we feel so much better eating plants.
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