Our Hen House

Welcome to the 322nd episode of Our Hen House, featuring Ondine Sherman, co-founder of Voiceless. Plus, Michael Harren is back with more on his upcoming one-man show. As always, the award-winning, weekly Our Hen House podcast is hosted by us — Jasmin Singer and Mariann Sullivan. Mariann now has her own microphone and is ready to take over the world. Jasmin does two for Tucson, including an event with students at City High School. (She’s on tour with Always Too Much and Never Enough. Check out the latest at jasminsinger.com.) In today’s episode, you’ll meet Ondine Sherman, co-founder of Voiceless, an independent, non-profit think tank focused on raising awareness of animals suffering in factory farming and the kangaroo industry in Australia. Michael Harren is back, too, with more on his artist-in-residency at Tamerlaine Farm. 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 hold onto your vegan tamales! *** 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 321st episode of Our Hen House, featuring Miyoko Schinner, founder of Miyoko’s Kitchen where cultured nut products (vegan cheese!) are created and perfected. Plus, we’ll hear from Alessandra Seiter on taking care of yourself as an activist (and a college senior). As always, the award-winning, weekly Our Hen House podcast is hosted by us — Jasmin Singer and Mariann Sullivan. Jasmin talks about tattoos and middle school, and Mariann tells of the dark side of “The Jasmin.” The Hens answer questions from listeners. And of course, Jasmin gives the latest on her book tour with Always Too Much and Never Enough. (Check out the latest at jasminsinger.com.) In today’s episode, Miyoko Schinner, founder of Miyoko’s Kitchen, tells how she turned textures she had once enjoyed from dairy cheeses (before becoming vegan) into the cultured nut masterpieces known widely as Miyoko’s Kitchen. Then, a reminder that it’s always time to take care of yourself. Alessandra Seiter will tell us how to keep your spirit positive.   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 sponsored by the amazing Main Street Vegan Academy. The brainchild of Main Street Vegan author Victoria Moran, this is a 6-day training that results in certification as a Vegan Lifestyle Coach and Educator. The curriculum covers ever aspect of vegan living and vegan business, and you’ll learn from top-notch instructors including cardiologist Dr. Robert Ostfeld, fashion designers Joshua Katcher and Leanne Hilgart, and vegan business powerhouse JL Fields, as well as us Hens! And there are field trips to NYC’s hottest vegan stores, restaurants, and businesses. All the information is at www.mainstreetvegan.net. Invest a week and — maybe — change everything. All that, vegan banter, and plenty of “Rising Anxieties,” too, so pull up some hay and say “cultured nut product”! *** 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,

Welcome to the 320th episode of Our Hen House, featuring artist Dana Ellyn, whose paintings are colorful critiques of society’s relationship with animals. As always, the award-winning, weekly Our Hen House podcast is hosted by us — Jasmin Singer and Mariann Sullivan. What will happen when Mariann gets her own microphone? Stay tuned for more as this story develops. Jasmin is on tour in March and April, after all! (In case you’ve been out of Internet range, check out Jasmin’s new memoir, Always Too Much and Never Enough at jasminsinger.com.) Jasmin and Mariann comment about comments, and how we might want to celebrate a bit more (or at least say: “yay!” once or twice before reminding ourselves of more misery). In today’s episode, artist Dana Ellyn  shares her impetus for creating hard-hitting paintings that have stories to tell, including her series “Look me in the eyes and tell me I’m delicious.” You’ll want to go to her website to view the real deal.   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 microphone!  *** 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 

Welcome to the 319th episode of Our Hen House, featuring independent scholar and animal rights activist Élise Desaulniers, author of Cash Cow: Ten Myths about the Dairy Industry. Plus, we’ll hear the latest from the charming and talented Micheal Harren. As always, the award-winning, weekly Our Hen House podcast is hosted by us — Jasmin Singer and Mariann Sullivan. Jasmin will give you the highlights of her whirlwind book tour in California. (Surely you’ve heard about Jasmin’s book, Always Too Much and Never Enough?? Check out the latest at jasminsinger.com.) And Mariann will give stellar advice — and not just in her Animal Law class at Columbia. In today’s episode, activist and author Élise Desaulniers will remind us what’s wrong with dairy. We’ll also hear from our favorite rooster-loving artist, Michael Harren, on his upcoming show. October is just around the corner…   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 sponsored by the amazing Main Street Vegan Academy. The brainchild of Main Street Vegan author Victoria Moran, this is a 6-day training that results in certification as a Vegan Lifestyle Coach and Educator. The curriculum covers ever aspect of vegan living and vegan business, and you’ll learn from top-notch instructors including cardiologist Dr. Robert Ostfeld, fashion designers Joshua Katcher and Leanne Hilgart, and vegan business powerhouse JL Fields, as well as us Hens! And there are field trips to NYC’s hottest vegan stores, restaurants, and businesses. All the information is at www.mainstreetvegan.net. Invest a week and — maybe — change everything. All that, vegan banter, and plenty of “Rising Anxieties,” too, so be kind to quail! *** 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,

Welcome to the 318th episode of Our Hen House, featuring raw vegan runners from down under Alan Murray and Janette Murray-Wakelin. Plus, Alessandra Seiter gives us an overview of some amazing animals’ reproduction. As always, the award-winning, weekly Our Hen House podcast is hosted by us — Jasmin Singer and Mariann Sullivan. Find out what Mariann and Rose have been up to while Jasmin’s been on tour. (Have your heard about Jasmin’s book, Always Too Much and Never Enough?? Check out the latest at jasminsinger.com.) Jasmin meows about three of the world’s greatest cats! And the Hens take some questions from listeners. In today’s episode, you’ll be inspired by Alan Murray and Janette Murray-Wakelin. In 2013, they ran a marathon every single day around Australia to promote compassion for all and to raise environmental awareness for a sustainable future. Time to lace up! We’ll also hear from Alessandra Seiter on animals whose reproduction is simply amazing. Starting with one from down under… 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 hold onto your apples! *** 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 317th episode of Our Hen House, featuring Susan Hargreaves, founder and Executive Director of Animal Hero Kids. Plus, Alessandra Seiter reminds us to bee kind to bees.  As always, the award-winning, weekly Our Hen House podcast is hosted by us — Jasmin Singer and Mariann Sullivan. So grateful for the amazing attendance at Jasmin’s book launch event! Really honored to see ‘old’ friends and meet new ones. Huge hugs to David Cabrera, Alexander Gray, and the entire team over at Alexander Gray Associates! Hope you’ll rave about my reading like we rave about the matinee performance of Hamilton we saw. It’s worth all the hype! Today, we’re joined by Susan Hargreaves, who’s been inspiring, encouraging, and recognizing young activists through Animal Hero Kids, the all-volunteer organization she founded 34 years ago. She’ll tell some amazing stories about children speaking up for animals. And we’ll hear all the buzz about bees from Alessandra Seiter, with some revealing bathtub dreams. This episode is sponsored by the amazing Main Street Vegan Academy. The brainchild of Main Street Vegan author Victoria Moran, this is a 6-day training that results in certification as a Vegan Lifestyle Coach and Educator. The curriculum covers ever aspect of vegan living and vegan business, and you’ll learn from top-notch instructors including cardiologist Dr. Robert Ostfeld, fashion designers Joshua Katcher and Leanne Hilgart, and vegan business powerhouse JL Fields, as well as us Hens! And there are field trips to NYC’s hottest vegan stores, restaurants, and businesses. All the information is at www.mainstreetvegan.net. Invest a week and — maybe — change everything. All that, vegan banter, and plenty of “Rising Anxieties,” too! So grab your favorite vegan butch or butcher 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 recently came on board as OHH’s Social Media Director! Special thanks to OHH’s Director of Operations, Anne Green,

Welcome to the 316th episode of Our Hen House, featuring Keith Allison, who updates us on his teaching career (since his appearance on Episode 277) and on his book, What if the Shoe Were on the Other Hoof? Plus there’s a review by Ken Swensen of The Sustainability Secret: Rethinking Our Diet to Transform the World. As always, the award-winning, weekly Our Hen House podcast is hosted by us — Jasmin Singer and Mariann Sullivan. At last, it’s book week! After a nearly two year incubation, Jasmin’s book, Always Too Much and Never Enough, is finally out!! We squawk about the many events on her tour — we really hope you can attend one or more. (And we hope that Mariann and Rose survive.) A sample from the audio version (which I read) is available on my site, too. Check out jasminsinger.com and please spread the word! Speaking of books, today we’re joined by Keith Allison, who will talk about the making of his new book, What if the Shoe Were on the Other Hoof?, and tell us how he’s continuing to unite the adjective ‘humane’ with education for all ages. And we’ll hear Ken Swensen‘s review of The Sustainability Secret, the companion book to the film Cowspiracy, and how it might make the jump to a mainstream audience. All that, vegan banter, and plenty of “Rising Anxieties,” too, so hold onto your humane tempeh! *** 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 recently came on board as 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 315th episode of Our Hen House, featuring our stay in Paris, with guests Jean-Luc Zieger of Un Monde Vegan, writer Aurelia d’Andrea, and Jenny Eric of My Kitch’n, and a special segment with Alessandra Seiter for Penguin Awareness Day. As always, the award-winning, weekly Our Hen House podcast is hosted by us — Jasmin Singer and Mariann Sullivan.  Grab a cup of coffee and join us for our recent stay in Paris, where Mariann was speaking at the La Fondation Droit Animal Ethique et Sciences (LFDA) conference! We’ll give your the skinny on this conference, and on Mariann’s talk about farmed animal law. Pour yourself a second cup of coffee and prepare yourself to follow us around as we recorded in a cafe (or two), a vegan grocery story, and a vegan restaurant! We had a room with a view of the Eiffel Tower, too! Not only do we squawk about Mariann’s presentation at the conference and countering the depressing topics with great food, but we tell tales about airplane food, the chocolate cake that wasn’t, a bizarre lesbian bar, and the real word for vegan in French. We interview Jean-Luc Zieger at Un Monde Vegan, where we bought the best vegan white chocolate ever. We spoke about food activism in France with Paris-based vegan lifestyle writer Aurelia d’Andrea, and with Jenny Eric of My Kitch’n Paris, who also uses her restaurant space for meetings to support vegan entrepreneurs. We go from Paris to NYC in our news segment to hear the latest from Donny Moss. Then it’s on to the penguins! The always charming Alessandra Seiter tells us how to appreciate penguins beyond watching the movie Happy Feet! Just in time for Penguin Awareness Day — imagine that! 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 to bring you a new podcast episode each week! This romantic Paris episode is brought to you by Miyoko’s Kitchen. The Artisan Vegan Cultured Nut Products of Miyoko’s Kitchen are the most delectable whole-foods, plant-based cheeses in the world! Nothing says romance more than a baguette of French bread, a bottle of wine, and cultured nut product from Miyoko’s kitchen, handcrafted in California.

Welcome to the 314th episode of Our Hen House, featuring Russell Simmons squawking about his new book, The Happy Vegan. We will also catch up with solo performer Michael Harren about the latest happenings in his artist-in-residency at Tamerlaine Farm Animal Sanctuary. Plus, Robin Lamont on the ongoing takeover of an federal wildlife sanctuary in Oregon by cattle ranchers. As always, the award-winning, weekly Our Hen House podcast is hosted by us — Jasmin Singer and Mariann Sullivan.  On today’s episode, we squawk about Jasmin being named a “40 Under 40” by The Advocate, old feminist vegetarian restaurants, whether veganism is activism, and why people let themselves off the hook. Today we’re joined by hip hop mogul Russell Simmons, who will speak with us about his new book The Happy Vegan. Russell will also talk with us about why being called an angry vegan made him angry, the importance of intersectionality, and why he doesn’t want a dog. As a bonus to today’s news, we are pleased to welcome Robin Lamont for her commentary on what has got to be one of the most extraordinary news events of the year — the ongoing takeover of an federal wildlife sanctuary in Oregon by cattle ranchers. (Don’t miss Robin’s new book, The Trap.) Then, musician and solo performer Michael Harren will join us once again to give us the latest happenings regarding his artist-in-residence at Tamerlaine Farm Animal Sanctuary. He’ll give us a sneak peek into what he’s been working on! All that, vegan banter, and of course, “Rising Anxieties,” too, so hold onto your tempeh! 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. 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 313th episode of Our Hen House, featuring Michelle McMacken, M.D., with a special Veganic Gardening 101 segment with Alessandra Seiter. As always, the award-winning, weekly Our Hen House podcast is hosted by us — Jasmin Singer and Mariann Sullivan.  On today’s episode, we squawk about reclaiming personal power and letting go of fear as a way to help our advocacy efforts, and we offer some of our thoughts on avoiding burnout. Today we’re joined by Michelle McMacken, M.D. — who is the Assistant Professor of Medicine at NYU School of Medicine, works with the Bellevue Hospital Weight Management Clinic in Internal Medicine, and is a Plant-Based Nutrition, and Lifestyle Medicine expert. Dr. McMacken will squawk with us about how current medicine is very reactive, not preventive. By the end of this interview, you’ll want her to be your doctor, and your very best pal. Then, in honor of National Houseplant Appreciation Day (who knew?!), the always charming Alessandra Seiter will join us to give us the basics about veganic gardening! All that, vegan banter, and of course, “Rising Anxieties,” too, so hold onto your tempeh! 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. 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 312th episode of Our Hen House, featuring Anita Kranjc and Quincy Markowitz. As always, the award-winning, weekly Our Hen House podcast is hosted by us — Jasmin Singer and Mariann Sullivan.  On today’s episode, we squawk about our resolutions for the New Year, and what they have to do with changing the world for animals. Today we’re joined by Anita Kranjc, who will share with us her experiences doing the truly life-saving and change-making work of the Toronto Pig Save — these folks are really at the frontlines of the movement! Then, in honor of National Bird Day on January 5, Our Hen House’s Media Coordinator Alessandra Seiter will interview veritable bird expert and enthusiast Quincy Markowitz of Heartland Farm Sanctuary in Madison, WI. All that, vegan banter, and of course, “Rising Anxieties,” too, so hold onto your tempeh! 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. Special thanks to OHH Media Coordinator Alessandra Seiter for acting as the Associate Producer of the Our Hen House podcast, and huge props to OHH’s Director of Operations, Anne Green, and to our audio editor, Eric Milano, of Love Loft Studios. Let’s get squawking!

Welcome to the 311th episode of Our Hen House, featuring Jon Bockman and Michael Harren. As always, the award-winning, weekly Our Hen House podcast is hosted by us — Jasmin Singer and Mariann Sullivan.  On today’s episode, we squawk about the reasons why The Nutcracker is problematic when it comes to animal rights, and we debunk the claim that lettuce is worse for the environment than bacon. Today we will be speaking with Jon Bockman, the Executive Director of Animal Charity Evaluators. Jon will give us a glimpse into the world of using statistical research to change the world for animals, and will engage with us in a multifaceted dialogue with us about various viewpoints on “effective altruism” as it relates to animal rights. Then, we’ll check in with vegan musician Michael Harren, who will give us an update on his artist-in-residency at Tamerlaine Farm Sanctuary (check out his first update on Episode 305 of the podcast!). All that, vegan banter, and of course, “Rising Anxieties,” too, so hold onto your seitan! 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! You can also dedicate a podcast episode! Don’t forget – we’re reader and listener supported. Plus, we offer some fantastic thank you gifts for your donations. 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. Special thanks to OHH Media Coordinator Alessandra Seiter for acting as the Associate Producer of the Our Hen House podcast, and huge props to OHH’s Director of Operations, Anne Green, and to our audio editor, Eric Milano, of Love Loft Studios. Let’s get squawking!

Welcome to the 310th episode of Our Hen House, featuring Twyla Francois, Alessandra Seiter, and Alan Nemeth. As always, the award-winning, weekly Our Hen House podcast is hosted by us — Jasmin Singer and Mariann Sullivan.  On today’s episode, we squawk about chocolate stout and other beer-y good news! And speaking of vegan goodies, we welcome Alan Nemeth of the Vegan Trade Council, who will fill us in on the VTC’s efforts to ensure that vegan products are represented in the marketplace. Our feature interview is with undercover investigator-turned-vegan artist Twyla Francois. Her colorful and heartwarming artwork helped her turn the horror of what she had seen into a positive vision of peace for animals. (You’ll want to get a new duvet cover, too!) Then, we’ll be joined by our own Media Coordinator Alessandra Seiter — of the blog Chickpeas and Change — who will tell you all about the wonderful world of aquafaba and the innovative genius it brings to vegan cuisine. All that, vegan banter, and of course, “Rising Anxieties,” too, so hold onto your tempeh! 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! You can also dedicate a podcast episode! Don’t forget – we’re reader and listener supported. Plus, we offer some fantastic thank you gifts for your donations. 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. Special thanks to OHH Media Coordinator Alessandra Seiter for acting as the Associate Producer of the Our Hen House podcast, and huge props to OHH’s Director of Operations, Anne Green, and to our audio editor, Eric Milano, of Love Loft Studios. Let’s get squawking!

Welcome to the 309th episode of Our Hen House, featuring Dr. Michael Greger and Mary Lawrence. As always, the award-winning, weekly Our Hen House podcast is hosted by us — Jasmin Singer and Mariann Sullivan.  On today’s episode, we keep the winter holiday ball rolling by squawking about our favorite vegan Hanukkah foods and the Hallmark ad that’s got us asking, “Rising Anxieties, much?” Our feature interview today is with Dr. Michael Greger, whose latest book, How Not to Die, will tell you all you need to know about water, purple sweet potatoes, blackberries, red lentils, B12 tablets, and more. Then, we’ll be joined by Mary Lawrence, chef and owner of Well On Wheels, Connecticut’s premiere vegan personal chef service. In addition to her culinary know-how, Mary also has a wealth of insight — which we’re lucky enough to have her share with us! — on how to get an animal rights committee into your local political scene. All that, vegan banter, and of course, current events from the world of animal rights. There are some “Rising Anxieties,” too, so hold onto your tofu! 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! You can also dedicate a podcast episode! Don’t forget – we’re reader and listener supported. 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. Special thanks to OHH Media Coordinator Alessandra Seiter for acting as the Associate Producer of the Our Hen House podcast, and huge props to OHH’s Director of Operations, Anne Green, and to our audio editor, Eric Milano, of Love Loft Studios. Let’s get squawking!

Welcome to the 308th episode of Our Hen House, featuring Donny Moss, a review of Of Dogs and Men by Kevin Schneider, and a special appearance by Eric Milano. As always, the award-winning, weekly Our Hen House podcast is hosted by us — Jasmin Singer and Mariann Sullivan.  On today’s episode, we welcome special guest — and OHH’s own beloved sound guy — Eric Milano to squawk about the incredible new vegan egg from Follow Your Heart. Our feature interview today is with Their Turn founder Donny Moss, who will fill us in on the latest from the campaign to get the New York Blood Center to re-institute funding to take care of the Liberian chimps on whom they experimented. Then, we’ll be joined by the Nonhuman Rights Project‘s Kevin Schneider, who will give us his take on the documentary film Of Dogs and Men. All that, vegan banter, and of course, current events from the world of animal rights. There’s lots of “Rising Anxieties” today, too, so hold onto your tofu! 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! Don’t forget – we’re reader and listener supported. 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. Special thanks to OHH Media Coordinator Alessandra Seiter for acting as the Associate Producer of the Our Hen House podcast, and huge props to OHH’s Director of Operations, Anne Green, and to our audio editor, Eric Milano, of Love Loft Studios. Let’s get squawking!