Animal Matters Episode 3: Ethics & Philosophy of Animal Rights
In this third episode of Animal Matters Pulitzer-prize winning journalist Glenn Greenwald and Sentient Media co-founder Grant Lingel discuss the ethical and philosophical precepts of the animal rights movement.
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Be Warned, McDonald’s Investors: The Fast Food Giant is Slow to Adapt
As consumer demand for non-animal proteins increases – for reasons of health, climate impact, and animal suffering – many fast food competitors are putting plant-based food on their menus. McDonald’s is not so fast.
How Many Vegans Are There Really in the U.S.?
It’s a controversial question. So we put together a comprehensive timeline tracking 24 surveys of vegans over the past 25 years.
From Shepherd to Advocate: Why I Focus on Animal Suffering
In a world rife with human suffering and problems, why should one focus on animal rights and animal suffering? My answer is at once moral, emotional, and rational.
Be Warned, McDonald’s Investors: The Fast Food Giant is Slow to Adapt
As consumer demand for non-animal proteins increases – for reasons of health, climate impact, and animal suffering – many fast food competitors are putting plant-based food on their menus. McDonald’s is not so fast.
How Many Vegans Are There Really in the U.S.?
It’s a controversial question. So we put together a comprehensive timeline tracking 24 surveys of vegans over the past 25 years.
From Shepherd to Advocate: Why I Focus on Animal Suffering
In a world rife with human suffering and problems, why should one focus on animal rights and animal suffering? My answer is at once moral, emotional, and rational.
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Be Warned, McDonald’s Investors: The Fast Food Giant is Slow to Adapt
As consumer demand for non-animal proteins increases – for reasons of health, climate impact, and animal suffering – many fast food competitors are putting plant-based food on their menus. McDonald’s is not so fast.
NYC Fur Ban: The Beginning of the End for a Cruel Industry
With New York City, a world fashion capital, finally joining the crop of cities banning the sale of fur, the exploitative fur industry’s days are numbered.
How Many Vegans Are There Really in the U.S.?
It’s a controversial question. So we put together a comprehensive timeline tracking 24 surveys of vegans over the past 25 years.
How to Change a Chicken Farmer’s Mind
Chicken is America’s favorite meat, and farmers risk their entire livelihoods to produce it. But they don’t have to. What would you say to change a chicken farmer’s mind?
From Shepherd to Advocate: Why I Focus on Animal Suffering
In a world rife with human suffering and problems, why should one focus on animal rights and animal suffering? My answer is at once moral, emotional, and rational.
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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How to Change a Chicken Farmer’s Mind
Chicken is America’s favorite meat, and farmers risk their entire livelihoods to produce it. But they don’t have to. What would you say to change a chicken farmer’s mind?
Beyond Meat Stock Continues to Skyrocket, Up 240%
Beyond Meat IPO’s is ringing all kinds of bells. Shares soared 167% on its debut last week. The valuation: $3.8 billion. What’s next for Wall Street’s freshest face?
Videos
How to Change a Chicken Farmer’s Mind
Chicken is America’s favorite meat, and farmers risk their entire livelihoods to produce it. But they don’t have to. What would you say to change a chicken farmer’s mind?
Beyond Meat Stock Continues to Skyrocket, Up 240%
Beyond Meat IPO’s is ringing all kinds of bells. Shares soared 167% on its debut last week. The valuation: $3.8 billion. What’s next for Wall Street’s freshest face?
U.S. Kills 25 Million Chickens for Food Every Day
Former undercover investigator Geoff Regier takes us inside the disturbing world of factory farming, where 25 million chickens are killed for food every day—just in the United States.
How to Change a Chicken Farmer’s Mind
Chicken is America’s favorite meat, and farmers risk their entire livelihoods to produce it. But they don’t have to. What would you say to change a chicken farmer’s mind?
Beyond Meat Stock Continues to Skyrocket, Up 240%
Beyond Meat IPO’s is ringing all kinds of bells. Shares soared 167% on its debut last week. The valuation: $3.8 billion. What’s next for Wall Street’s freshest face?
U.S. Kills 25 Million Chickens for Food Every Day
Former undercover investigator Geoff Regier takes us inside the disturbing world of factory farming, where 25 million chickens are killed for food every day—just in the United States.
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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