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Short Film Highlights the Dangers of Ag-Gag Laws
The film urges action on ag-gag laws, which seek to “gag” would-be whistleblowers by punishing them for recording footage of what goes on inside factory farms.
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The film urges action on ag-gag laws, which seek to “gag” would-be whistleblowers by punishing them for recording footage of what goes on inside factory farms.
Law & Justice•1 min read
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To feed the world, food production simply has to change, and the growing climate crisis is making this change far more urgent.
Food•1 min read
Explainer
The meat industry is controlled by a few deeply connected corporations that wreak havoc on the planet and exploit workers and marginalized communities without consequence.
Food•2 min read
Explainer
Move over, fossil fuels. The meat and dairy industries have a much bigger part to play in the climate crisis than most people are willing to admit.
Climate•2 min read
Explainer
Bringing together experts from journalism and animal advocacy, this course will empower you to take your skills to the next level regardless of your area of interest.
Policy•3 min read
Explainer
So much of our lives are oriented towards other humans instead of animals. But learning these facts about animals may help you better understand the world we share.
Research•12 min read
Reported
Million Dollar Vegan and Sentient Media are teaming up to give the next generation of animal advocates the tools they need to organize and run vegan food giveaways around the…
Policy•3 min read
Perspective
Jonathan Balcombe, Ph.D., author of What a Fish Knows and Super Fly and co-star of the controversial new Netflix documentary, Seaspiracy, shares his thoughts on the film.
Climate•1 min read
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Join us as we visit Sweet Farm, an animal sanctuary located in Half Moon Bay, California, that is home to over 100 rescued animals.
Policy•1 min read
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In one short, very strange year, Sentient Media reached over 25 million people. Your support pushes our impact further.
Policy•5 min read
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Fish farming was supposed to be a more sustainable way to meet the global demand for seafood. But as aquaculture gains in popularity, so does its environmental impact.
Aquaculture•8 min read
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Factory farming poses a serious pandemic risk, which begs the question: Did animal agriculture cause COVID-19?
Health•9 min read
Explainer
In nearly every way, cultured meat is the same as conventional meat. The all-important difference is that cultured meat does not require the raising or killing of animals for food.
Food•12 min read
Explainer
Factory farms are filthy and unnatural, housing tens of thousands of animals at a time. These conditions increase the spread of zoonotic diseases from animals to human beings.
Health•8 min read
Reported
The 12-part series investigates racism in the farmed animal protection movement and examines ways in which movement leaders can cultivate racial equity within their organizations and personally within themselves.
Encompass•3 min read
Explainer
Plant-based meats are great for the animals. But did you know that they are also better for your health and the environment?
Climate•8 min read
Explainer
Plant-based meat is growing in popularity around the world. Could it reshape the future of food, helping both the climate and animals alike?
Diet•7 min read
Explainer
One of the most overlooked factors of accelerated climate change is animal agriculture. Could changes to the human diet help us slow down the climate crisis?
Climate•8 min read
Perspective
A collection of essays written by farmed animal protection advocates who are committed to creating a more just animal protection movement.
Encompass•3 min read
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Monthly speaker series bringing together journalists, investigators, and experts to explore how to report on the issues that matter to all of us: the treatment of all sentient beings and…
Policy•15 min read
Explainer
Wet markets can be places of profound animal suffering, out of which arise life-threatening diseases like the novel coronavirus. And they exist all over the world.
Health•13 min read
Perspective
Plant-based campaigners Million Dollar Vegan explain the fundamental changes necessary to avoid the next pandemic. Experts warn that if we don’t act now, we may not have another chance to.
Health•1 min read
Explainer
Farmed animals represent an ever-growing number of animals that are raised, exploited, and slaughtered for fashion and food. These are animals who have few rights and zero freedom.
Food•23 min read
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Chickens are social animals–until we take their freedom away. They form groups, make friends, and help each other grow. Meet Hens of the Hills microsanctuary founder, Deirdre Duhan, and see…
Policy•2 min read
Perspective
With the world hitting refresh on news feeds and going into lockdown, Sentient Media’s work is needed now more than ever.
Uncategorized•1 min read
Explainer
The latest pandemic COVID-19, is caused by the virus SARS-CoV-2. How does it spread, how did it start, and what do you need to know?
Health•21 min read
Analysis
As we say goodbye to 2019, we’d like to share our successes and thank you for your continued support on our mission to increase the public awareness around farmed animal…
Policy•4 min read
Explainer
The animals don’t care why you aren’t eating them. But on a human level there are distinctions between people's motives for their behavior.
Policy•12 min read
Perspective
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…
Policy•1 min read
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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 always think…
Food•1 min read
Perspective
Animal Matters is a new video series featuring the Pulitzer winner Glenn Greenwald and Sentient Media's Grant Lingel. The series will discuss all matters related to animals, animal rights, factory…
Policy•1 min read
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Over the years, the Western Diet has created numerous dangers for people who follow it. Unfortunately, many of those people don’t realize they’re harming their body or are unwilling to…
Diet•13 min read
Explainer
Healthy weight loss involves a well-balanced diet, plenty of exercise, and a true understanding of how your actions impact your health. That goes for vegans, too.
Diet•11 min read
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The dairy industry is often presented to consumers as wholesome and humane. What actually goes on at dairy farms doesn’t match up with the marketing message, though. Dairy cows lead…
Food•12 min read
Explainer
Vegan snacks aren’t as elusive as you might think. After you have a few months of veganism under your belt, you’ll feel more confident about choosing snacks and meals that…
Diet•11 min read
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There’s nothing inherently dangerous about a raw vegan diet. It’s naturally full of antioxidants, anti-inflammatories, and heart-healthy foods. Let's dive in to the wonders and misconceptions of this diet.
Diet•10 min read
Explainer
Food labeling isn’t nearly as clear, concise, and transparent as it should be. Lots of people are confused about what specific food labels mean, especially those that are often used…
Food•12 min read
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We’re incredibly honored and excited to announce that Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist, vegan, and animal rights activist Glenn Greenwald will join Sentient Media’s very own Grant Lingel for a brand new…
Policy•1 min read
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Pigs are highly intelligent, social creatures that deserve compassion and respect. They don't deserve to spend their short lives confined to atrocious conditions waiting for imminent slaughter.
Food•16 min read
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The facts don't lie: we’re using grain and other perfectly human-edible nutritious plants to bulk up animals for destruction instead of feeding people who can’t feed themselves.
Law & Justice•11 min read
The benefits of a vegan lifestyle are many and differ from person to person. However, many vegans just feel better overall. Whether that has to do with being healthier, happier,…
Uncategorized•13 min read
Explainer
The best reason to choose plant-based protein is that it’s a cruelty-free source of something you need.
Science•15 min read
Explainer
If you aren’t aware of the many vegan benefits, you might want to sit down. How you approach your diet can have a massive impact on things like energy levels…
Climate•13 min read
Explainer
Animal rights groups exist for one reason: Because animals need them. Animals can’t fight for themselves beyond teeth and nails, which are essentially useless against human beings as a collective,…
Policy•12 min read
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One of the big challenges for cell-based meat is to match the nutritional value of real meat. The simple solution is to add supplements to replace the nutrients missing from…
Science•2 min read
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Let’s review: There are over 100 billion farmed animals alive today. That’s more than 10 times the number of humans, and in the U.S., where most humans live with enough…
Food•2 min read
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Africa receives 200 times more development aid than it does for its protected wildlife populations. Maintaining healthy ecosystems for animals also protects the watershed and promotes carbon storage too. All…
Climate•2 min read
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Animal lives are at stake in the midterm elections. New legislation in California and Florida takes into account nearly 20 million animals. While these two states are quickly becoming battlegrounds…
Law & Justice•1 min read
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Anywhere between 37 and 120 billion fish are killed on commercial farms each year, with another 2.7 trillion caught and killed in the wild. On factory farms, fish have almost…
Investigations•2 min read
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Beyond Meat According to a source close to the company, Beyond Meat is almost ready for their IPO. This could represent the first public stock offering from one of many…
Science•1 min read
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