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THE PETA PODCASTHow Veganism Saved Stephanie's LifeAs Thanksgiving looms, we reprise the story of Stephanie, obese and diabetic, who found her way by going vegan. Get your starter kit at PETA.org The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization with all its global entities, is 9 million strong and growing. This is the place to find out why. Hear from insiders, thought leaders, activists, investigators, politicians, and others why animals need more than kindness—they have the right not to be abused or exploited in any way. Hosted by Emil Guillermo. Powered by PETA activism. Contact us at...
2025-11-2033 min
THE PETA PODCASTPETA'S Newkirk on the Truth About the ALF--"Animal Liberation Front."We reprise this special episode with Ingrid Newkirk, president and co-founder of People For the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA), in conversation with Emil Guillermo on the milestone 30th anniversary of the book, "Free The Animals: The Amazing True Story of the Animal Liberation Front In North America." Newkirk talks about what the group was, how it wasn't PETA, and all the great things done by ordinary people who had the courage to liberate animals from laboratories and research facilities. Get the 30th Anniversary edition of "Free The Animals" online, or wherever books are sold. Th...
2025-11-1243 min
THE PETA PODCASTPETA Reads: "Lab Dog," One Journalist's Search For An Apology On Behalf of her Beloved Dog, Hammy.Author Melanie D.G. Kaplan fell in love and rescued a former lab dog. She wanted to find out about his past life. Her book, "Lab Dog" helps people understand the problems with animal experimentation. Get "Lab Dog," wherever books are sold. The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization, is 9 million strong and growing. Hosted by Emil Guillermo. Contact us at PETA.org. Follow host Emil Guillermo on Twitter @emilamok Or at www.amok.com Get the podcast on YouTube at www.YouTube.com/@em...
2025-11-0537 min
THE PETA PODCASTAccident Exposes Public Threat: How to Stop Importation of Endangered Monkeys For Use in LabsAn accident in Mississippi resulted in monkeys running wild, but also exposed the public health threat. Will Tulane reveal the necropsies of the dead monkeys? And why are long-tailed monkeys even used in U.S. labs when they have just been declared endangered by the IUCN? PETA's primate expert, Dr. Lisa Jones-Engel talks with Emil Guillermo. For what you can do to stop experimentation industry, go to PETA.org. Hosted by Emil Guillermo. Music provided by CarbonWorks. Go to Apple podcasts and subscribe. Contact and follow host Emil Guillermo at www.a...
2025-10-2929 min
THE PETA PODCASTPETA: Why Birds Should Not Be CagedIn this reprised episode, PETA VP Christina Matthies talks to Emil Guillermo about birds, especially domesticated ones. For more go to PETA.org. Hosted by Emil Guillermo. Music provided by CarbonWorks. Go to Apple podcasts and subscribe. Contact and follow host Emil Guillermo at www.amok.com Get this podcast on YouTube.com/@emilamok1 Thanks for listening to THE PETA PODCAST! Copyright , 2021-2025, all rights reserved.
2025-10-2344 min
THE PETA PODCASTAre You A Cat Person? PETA's Ingrid Newkirk on What You Need To KnowIngrid Newkirk, PETA principal and co-founder, author of numerous books on animals and animal rights, wrote a very practical book, "250 Vital Things Your Cat Wants You To Know: The Cat Guardian's Bible." How many things do you know? Find out as we reprise this episode. Go to PETA.org for more. Contact and follow host Emil Guillermo on X @emilamok Or at www.amok.com Please subscribe, rate and review wherever you get your podcasts. Thanks for listening to THE PETA PODCAST! Copyright 2025 Music by Carbo...
2025-10-1641 min
THE PETA PODCASTPETA BLOWS WHISTLE ON JOCKEY, FEDS CRACKDOWNThe winningest jockey in America was given one of the heaviest suspensions ever for violating whip rules at the track. Federal regulators came down hard after PETA blew the whistle. See more at PETA.org. The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization, is 9 million strong and growing. Hosted by Emil Guillermo. Music provided by CarbonWorks. Thanks for listening to THE PETA PODCAST! Reprised Oct. 8, 2025. ©PETA, Emil Guillermo 2025.
2025-10-0826 min
THE PETA PODCASTJane Goodall Dies, PETA RemembersIngrid Newkirk, PETA co-founder and principal, reacts to the passing of primatologist Jane Goodall. See how Goodall supported and endorsed the work of PETA, including the closure of National Primate Research Centers, at PETA.org
2025-10-0114 min
THE PETA PODCASTNo Bull--What PETA Is Doing To Save More than Just Bulls In IndiaWe reprise this episode on bulls-- among the most abused and exploited animals in all the world, but especially in India in the sugar cane industry. Animal Rahat began as a sanctuary for overworked bulls in rural India. Started with PETA funds, the sanctuary has not only improved the lives of bulls, but of all animals and even the people of the region. Poorvah Joshipura, PETA Sr.VP of International Affairs talks to Emil Guillermo about Animal Rahat, how it started, and how it has continued to thrive. See more at PETA.org
2025-09-2541 min
THE PETA PODCASTSex, Violence, and Vivisection: The Case for Psych Testing Animal Experimenters Before Getting Fed FundsWe reprise this episode from a few years back. Should animal experimenters be psych tested before getting federal funds? Kathy Guillermo, PETA Sr. VP on the concerning cases involving animal experimenters funded by your tax dollars. For more on this subject, go to PETA.org. The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization, is 9 million strong and growing. This is the place to find out why. Hear from insiders, thought leaders, activists, investigators, politicians, and others why animals need more than kindness—they have the right not to...
2025-09-1741 min
THE PETA PODCASTPETA Monkey Update: Why Did Oregon NPRC just buy 12 monkeys?PETA senior science advisor Dr. Lisa Jones Engel on where we are in PETA's fight to end monkey experimentation. In conversation with Emil Guillermo. Go to PETA.org for more.
2025-09-0920 minTHE PETA PODCASTPETA Monkey Update: Why Did Oregon NPRC just buy 12 monkeys?PETA senior science advisor Dr. Lisa Jones Engel on where we are in PETA's fight to end monkey experimentation. In conversation with Emil Guillermo. Go to PETA.org for more.
2025-09-0920 min
THE PETA PODCASTFree Speech for Monkeys? PETA says Yes When It's About Torture.We reprise this episode from earlier this year on how PETA's legal team is using the First Amendment in an attempt to stop the torture of monkeys at NIH laboratories. PETA's Jeff Kerr, in conversation with Emil Guillermo.
2025-09-0329 min
THE PETA PODCASTDid Vegan Become a Dirty Word? Emil Talks with A Nutritionist Who Sidesteps Animals and Leads with your "Fabulous Health."Is there a problem with the word "vegan"? Emil talks with nutritionist Terri Chrisman. who explains why she has replaced the word and leads with people's health instead. And what of the animals and the earth? Listen. The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization, is 9 million strong and growing. This is the place to find out why. Hear from insiders, thought leaders, activists, investigators, politicians, and others why animals need more than kindness—they have the right not to be abused or exploited in any way. Hosted by Emil Guillermo. Con...
2025-08-2738 minTHE PETA PODCASTDid Vegan Become a Dirty Word? Emil Talks with A Nutritionist Who Sidesteps Animals and Leads with your "Fabulous Health."Is there a problem with the word "vegan"? Emil talks with nutritionist Terri Chrisman. who explains why she has replaced the word and leads with people's health instead. And what of the animals and the earth? Listen. The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization, is 9 million strong and growing. This is the place to find out why. Hear from insiders, thought leaders, activists, investigators, politicians, and others why animals need more than kindness—they have the right not to be abused or exploited in any way. Hosted by Emil Guillermo. Con...
2025-08-2738 min
THE PETA PODCASTCompassion for Dogs and Cats in the PhilippinesAshley Fruno, a Canadian-born PETA activist leads the charge to help companion animals in distress during typhoon season in the Philippines. In conversation with Emil Guillermo Check out PETA's Global Compassion fund, at PETA.org. The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization, is 9 million strong and growing. This is the place to find out why. Hear from insiders, thought leaders, activists, investigators, politicians, and others why animals need more than kindness—they have the right not to be abused or exploited in any way. Hosted by Emil Guillermo. Con...
2025-08-2024 minTHE PETA PODCASTCompassion for Dogs and Cats in the PhilippinesAshley Fruno, a Canadian-born PETA activist leads the charge to help companion animals in distress during typhoon season in the Philippines. In conversation with Emil Guillermo Check out PETA's Global Compassion fund, at PETA.org. The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization, is 9 million strong and growing. This is the place to find out why. Hear from insiders, thought leaders, activists, investigators, politicians, and others why animals need more than kindness—they have the right not to be abused or exploited in any way. Hosted by Emil Guillermo. Con...
2025-08-2024 min
THE PETA PODCASTPETA's New President Tracy ReimanIn this special edition of the PETA PODCAST, meet PETA's new president, Tracy Reiman. A veteran animal rights activist, in conversation with longtime colleague Lisa Lange, Reiman talks about her goals for PETA.
2025-08-1320 min
THE PETA PODCASTPETA Victorious As UMASS-Amherst Monkey Lab Shuts downDr. Katherine Roe reveals how PETA forced the recent UMass-Amherst Monkey Lab Shutdown. It took four persistent years and many PETA members to stop the cruelty of researcher Agnes Lecreuse. Go to PETA.org for more. See this on YouTube.com/@emilamok1
2025-08-0629 min
THE PETA PODCASTPETA owed $250,000 by "Chimp Crazy" Star Haddix, Found To Have Secret Chimp in BasementBrittany Peet, PETA general counsel, Legal and Corporate affairs, talks to Emil Guillermo about the legal battles of Toni Haddix, star of HBO's"Chimp Crazy." See this episode on YouTube.com:@emilamok1
2025-07-3016 minTHE PETA PODCASTPETA owed $250,000 by "Chimp Crazy" Star Haddix, Found To Have Secret Chimp in BasementBrittany Peet, PETA general counsel, Legal and Corporate affairs, talks to Emil Guillermo about the legal battles of Toni Haddix, star of HBO's"Chimp Crazy." See this episode on YouTube.com:@emilamok1
2025-07-3016 minTHE PETA PODCASTPETA owed $250,000 by "Chimp Crazy" Star Haddix, Found To Have Secret Chimp in BasementBrittany Peet, PETA general counsel, Legal and Corporate affairs, talks to Emil Guillermo about the legal battles of Toni Haddix, star of HBO's"Chimp Crazy." See this episode on YouTube.com:@emilamok1
2025-07-3016 min
THE PETA PODCASTOne Bear, One Hat; Save Canada's Bears from being Wearable Trophies at Buckingham Palace.Bears are killed in Canada then shipped to the UK to be used as ceremonial caps for Buckingham Palace guards, a PETA investigation found. One bear, one cap, one needless atrocity. Join the movement to end the wearable trophy hunt, go to PETA.org and urge the Ministry of Defense to use faux bear fur. Emil Guillermo talks with PETA UK's Kate Werner. See more at PETA.org. The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization, is 9 million strong and growing. This is the place to find ou...
2025-07-2324 min
THE PETA PODCASTRats Make For Bad, Useless ScienceHost Emil Guillermo speaks to Dr. Pandora Pound about her book "Rat Trap," which exposes the bad science that researchers use to justify useless animal experimentation. Get the book on Amazon. See more about PETA's Research Modernization Deal Get "Rat Trap" from Safermedicines.org Get the podcast on YouTube@emilamok1 The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization, is 9 million strong and growing. Hosted by Emil Guillermo. Powered by PETA activism. Contact us at PETA.org Music provided by CarbonWorks. Go to...
2025-07-1637 min
THE PETA PODCASTPETA Cheers NIH and the Historic First Step to End Animal TestingWhat to know about the National Institutes of Health's major announcement that changes everything when it comes to animal testing in research. If you want NIH funding and use animals in your models and tests, your grant application will not be welcome. PETA's Dr. Emily Trunnell talks to Emil Guillermo about the significance of this change and what more needs to be done to make an even bigger difference to animals and science. Go to PETA.org for more details The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization, is 9 million strong. Ho...
2025-07-0926 min
THE PETA PODCASTPETA: Bring them Inside! Don't Leave Your Companion Animals Out To Brave the ElementsWe reprise "Breaking The Chain," a documentary executive produced by Anjelica Huston, that shows PETA's Community Animal Project in action, saving animals in the Norfolk, Virginia, area. Among its top concerns is the number of chained dogs in the area. Many are abused, malnourished, and tethered mercilessly to a chain in all weather, from hot summers to cold winters. PETA has forced local and state officials to establish anti-tethering laws that serve as a model for the country. The documentary also addresses the problem with no-kill shelters and why avoiding euthanasia is not the answer to...
2025-07-0251 min
THE PETA PODCASTPETA Supporters Shutdown Oregon Cruelty ParkDebbie Metzler, PETA sr. Director of Captive Wildlife, Legal and Corporate Affairs, with Emil Guillermo on the West Coast Game Park Safari shutdown in Bandon, Oregon. If you see something, report it to www.peta.org/abuse The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization, is 9 million strong and growing. Hosted by Emil Guillermo. Contact us at PETA.org Music provided by CarbonWorks. Go to Apple podcasts and subscribe. Contact and follow host Emil Guillermo and get the podcast on YouTube. www.YouTube.com/@emilamok1
2025-06-2526 min
THE PETA PODCASTFive years after PETA exposed NIH Monkey Fright videos, cruel experimentation could end.After first exposing the cruel torture of Elisabeth Murray's monkey experiments at the National Institute of Mental Health in 2020, the multi-million dollar monkey fright project could be ending. In this reprise, PETA's Dr. Katherine Roe talks to Emil Guillermo about the videos PETA obtained of the experiments. See the videos yourself and take action. The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization, is 9 million strong and growing. Hosted by Emil Guillermo. Contact us at PETA.org Music provided by CarbonWorks. Go to Apple podcasts and s...
2025-06-1832 min
THE PETA PODCASTWhat Happens When You Go Vegan: A Psychologist's View of "The Vegan Transformation."Have you ever thought about the changes that happen to you when you go vegan? In her new book, "The Vegan Transformation," Angela Crawford, Ph.D., surveyed 350 people, then went deeper with 75 of them to find out what happens when you go vegan. In part one, Crawford tells Emil Guillermo how she became vegan and the changes she noticed in herself. In part two (to be released later in June), Crawford finishes her list of the 7 findings in her survey. Coming up: Part 2 of our interview. The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest...
2025-06-0428 min
THE PETA PODCASTPETA Ends Harvard's Monkey TortureIn a massive victory for cruelty-free science, PETA's multi-year campaign against a monkey torturer has brought closure to a Harvard research lab. We reprise this episode to explain the significance of this lab closure in the effort to end animal experimentation. See more at PETA.org The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization, is 9 million strong and growing. Hosted by Emil Guillermo. Contact us at PETA.org Music provided by CarbonWorks. Go to Apple podcasts and subscribe. Contact and follow host Emil G...
2025-05-2843 min
THE PETA PODCASTPETA Book: Dominick Thompson Learned to Vegan In Prison"Eat What Elephants Eat" is Dominick Thompson's cookbook/memoir. To inspire more vegan cookouts on Memorial Day, we reprise our conversation with Thompson, whose vision of going vegan was clarified in prison. Get a free vegan starter kit. The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization, is 9 million strong and growing. Hosted by Emil Guillermo. Contact us at PETA.org Music provided by CarbonWorks. Go to Apple podcasts and subscribe. Contact and follow host Emil Guillermo and get the podcast on YouTube. www.YouTube.com/@e...
2025-05-2124 min
THE PETA PODCASTWill PETA's View on Animal-To-Human Transplantation Persuade CNN ViewersShould animals ever be used as spare parts for humans? PETA Sr. VP Kathy Guillermo was interviewed by CNN about xenotransplantation. Listen to what she had to say about the experience and the hope that her views are represented fairly. See PETA represent the ethical perspective on xenotransplantation in the CNN documentary "Animal Pharm," which premieres Sunday, May 17. Find out more about xenotransplantation, go to PETA.org The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization, is 9 million strong and growing. Hosted by Emil Guillermo. C...
2025-05-1422 min
THE PETA PODCASTPETA PRODS, NOW LAUDS NIH FOR ITS MAJOR SHIFT AWAY FROM ANIMAL TESTINGAfter years of non-stop PETA activism, the National Institutes of Health has finally relented with a major announcement to shift research away from using animals in experiments to non-animal methods. Dr. Emily Trunnel, PETA scientist, tells Emil Guillermo the significance of the decision and what needs to be done to ensure NIH stays on track. For more, go to PETA.org The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization, is 9 million strong and growing. Hosted by Emil Guillermo. Powered by PETA activism. Contact us at PE...
2025-05-0728 min
THE PETA PODCASTPETA Exposes Best Friends' No-Kill ShamDaphna Nachminovich, PETA Sr. VP of Cruelty Investigations talks to Emil Guillermo about the sham of no-kill sheltering policies and how the group Best Friends Animal Society bullies local communities to accept its philosophy. See more of the facts at PETA.org The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization, is 9 million strong and growing. Hosted by Emil Guillermo. Powered by PETA activism. Contact us at PETA.org Music provided by CarbonWorks. Go to Apple podcasts and subscribe. Contact and follow host Emil Guillermo and...
2025-04-3029 min
THE PETA PODCASTNot All Research at Harvard is Groundbreaking; Harvard's Cruel, Bad ScienceHarvard is in the news standing up for academic freedom tied to billions of federal dollars withheld for research. But not all science done at Harvard is groundbreaking or even worthwhile. Some of it is just cruel and wasteful. Animal experimenters like Harvard's Margaret Livingstone continue to spend your tax dollars on useless tests that only end up torturing and killing animals. In this reprised episode, Dr. Katherine Roe, a former NIH researcher and now chief scientist for PETA's Laboratory Investigations Department, talks to Emil Guillermo about how researchers like Livingstone...
2025-04-2343 min
THE PETA PODCASTFDA Moves Closer to Ending Animal Testing; PETA's Role.The U.S. Food and Drug Administration made a groundbreaking announcement—a move toward less cruelty toward animals in science. Much of this new direction is due to PETA scientists' work on monoclonal antibodies. Jeff Brown, PETA Science advisor, talks with Emil Guillermo. The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization, is 9 million strong and growing. Music provided by CarbonWorks. Access this podcast on YouTube.com/@emilamok1 Thanks for listening to THE PETA PODCAST! Don't forget to rate and review the show on Appl...
2025-04-1622 min
THE PETA PODCASTThinking about SeaWorld? Remember "Blackfish" and John HargroveThinking SeaWorld has gotten better? Remember "Blackfish." We reprise the first of a two-part conversation with SeaWorld whistle blower John Hargrove. He was featured in the documentary, "Blackfish," and told his story in his New York Times best seller "Beneath the Surface,." In this conversation with host Emil Guillermo, Hargrove reflects on how he became the moral voice for orcas in captivity. When you're done, you'll want to listen to part two here. The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization, is 9 million strong and growing. Music pro...
2025-04-1055 min
THE PETA PODCASTPETA: Sea World Death--Another Reason Not To GoNeed another reason not to go to Sea World? The park released the news that a dolphin had died recently in its San Antonio Park. One of the "founders," the dolphin was called. But it made no mention of the cruelty the animal endured during 50 years of imprisonment. PETA's Melanie Johnson, Sr.Manager of the Animals In Entertainment Campaign talks to Emil Guillermo on the dolphin who died, and an update on why you should stay away from Sea World. Go to PETA.org for more. The PETA Podcast PE...
2025-04-0230 min
THE PETA PODCASTHorse Racing Cruelty Costing Public Billions of DollarsThe shaky underpinnings of horse racing in America were revealed in a recent New York Times article. The headline was stark: "Dead Athletes. Empty Stands. Why are We Paying Billions to Keep This Sport Alive?" Investigative reporter Noah Schactman asked the questions that have needed to be asked for a long time--and reveals why horse racing--at least in New York State didn't die long ago. Listen to the podcast. Then read the article. The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization, is 9 million strong and growing. Hosted b...
2025-03-2624 min
THE PETA PODCASTPETA'S RIGHT TO LISTEN TO MONKEYS A FIRST AMENDMENT RIGHT?The First Amendment is being applied to a basic animal rights issue that could end the torture at NIH laboratories. PETA's Chief Legal Officer Jeff Kerr explains it all to Emil Guillermo. For more info on the lawsuit against NIH, go to PETA.org The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization, is 9 million strong and growing. Hosted by Emil Guillermo. Music provided by CarbonWorks. Go to Apple podcasts and subscribe. Contact and follow host Emil Guillermo on X @emilamok Or at www.amok.com ...
2025-03-1929 min
THE PETA PODCASTHidden Animal Abuse Uncovered by PETA InvestigatorIt's too easy to escape scrutiny if you're a laboratory that harms animals routinely. It takes PETA to go undercover to get the 24-7 truth. Listen to what an investigator found what High Quality Research in Colorado was doing to dogs and cats. Take action. Send a message to one of the lab's biggest client, Colorado State University to end the cruelty. The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization, is 9 million strong and growing. Hosted by Emil Guillermo. Music provided by CarbonWorks. Go to Apple podcasts and subscribe. Contact and f...
2025-03-1230 min
THE PETA PODCASTPeter Singer on "Animal Liberation"In 1975, philosopher Peter Singer argued for the end of tyranny by human animals over non-human animals. His book "Animal Liberation," has been an ethical compass for several generations of animal rights activists. In this conversation with Emil Guillermo, Singer talks about the changes in the last five decades, how his book helped bring about those changes, and how there's still much work to do to convince society that speciesism is wrong. Go to PETA.org for more information. The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization, is 9 million strong and growing. This is t...
2025-03-0752 minTHE PETA PODCASTPeter Singer on "Animal Liberation"In 1975, philosopher Peter Singer argued for the end of tyranny by human animals over non-human animals. His book "Animal Liberation," has been an ethical compass for several generations of animal rights activists. In this conversation with Emil Guillermo, Singer talks about the changes in the last five decades, how his book helped bring about those changes, and how there's still much work to do to convince society that speciesism is wrong. Go to PETA.org for more information. The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization, is 9 million strong and growing. This is t...
2025-03-0752 min
THE PETA PODCASTOzempic? Wegovy? Dr. Neal Barnard tells Emil Guillermo about how "Power Foods" can get you the same effect in a safe, natural way.Still wondering about Ozempic and Wegovy? We reprise our talk about "Power Foods." It's cheaper, safer, and works. Dr. Neal Barnard talks about his new book with Emil Guillermo on how you can let the good foods you eat do the heavy lifting in your weight loss fight. It's all in "The Power Foods Diet," now available wherever books are sold. The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization, is 9 million strong and growing. Hosted by Emil Guillermo. Music provided by CarbonWorks. Go to Apple podcasts and subscribe. Contact and follow ho...
2025-02-2642 min
THE PETA PODCASTPETA Crossover: How John Gluck Stopped Experimenting On AnimalsDr. John P. Gluck was honored with PETA's Trailblazing Advocacy Award in 2021 for being a shining example of ethics in science. In this conversation with Emil Guillermo, Dr. Gluck-- a one-time animal experimenter who studied with the infamous Harry Harlow--describes his transformation from an animal experimenter to a compassionate bioethicist committed to a cruelty-free science. Gluck's book, "Voracious Science and Vulnerable Animals," has become a guide for a new generation of scientists seeking to practice a science aligned with their ethical identity. Gluck describes his transition and how he remains haunted by the f...
2025-02-191h 10
THE PETA PODCASTPETA's CARGO ACT CUTS WASTE AND CRUELTYCARGO Act stands for "Cease Animal Research Grants Overseas." When PETA uncovered the waste and cruelty, a bill was introduced by Democrats and Republicans that could save billions spent by NIH (National Institutes of Health) Take action on the CARGO act. Go to PETA.org. The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization with all its global entities, is 9 million strong and growing. This is the place to find out why. Hear from insiders, thought leaders, activists, investigators, politicians, and others why animals need more than kindness—they have the right no...
2025-02-1215 min
THE PETA PODCASTBack From Obesity: A PETA Vegan's TaleShe was 5-foot-8-inches and 264 pounds. She thought she was on the road to health. However, Stephanie was an obese vegan who needed to pay attention to the fat content in her diet. And she knew it was a matter of life and death. Find out how to go vegan and get your starter kit at PETA.org The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization with all its global entities, is 9 million strong and growing. This is the place to find out why. Hear from insiders, thought leaders, activists, investigators, p...
2025-02-0433 min
THE PETA PODCASTPETA: Don't Leave Them In The ColdDogs are being reported dead in Michigan and Indiana. And that's just the ones that get reported. Don't leave your animal companions out in the cold. Simple tips that will show you care and keep your animals alive. Emil talks with Emily Allen of PETA's CAP program. If you see an animal out in the cold, contact peta.org. See the impact of the cold weather here. Keep animals indoors. Freezing temperatures spell extra hardship for "backyard dogs," who often go without adequate food, water, shelter, or veterinary care. If you see...
2025-01-2934 min
THE PETA PODCASTHalting Endangered Monkey Trade in Lab ExperimentationWith PETA's help an international trade org is stopping the Cambodian Monkey trade, a move that would protect an endangered species and lead to an end to lab experimentation. Dr. Lisa Jones Engel explains in this conversation with Emil Guillermo. The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization with all its global entities, is 9 million strong and growing. This is the place to find out why. Hear from insiders, thought leaders, activists, investigators, politicians, and others why animals need more than kindness—they have the right not to be abused or ex...
2025-01-2226 min
THE PETA PODCASTEmil discusses Veganism with Dominick Thompson/"Eat What Elephants Eat"Are you keeping your New Year's resolution to go vegan? If you're struggling, you need some inspiration: "Eat Like Elephants Eat," by Dominick Thompson. He learned how to be vegan in prison. Part II of Emil's conversation with Dominick. The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization with all its global entities, is 9 million strong and growing. This is the place to find out why. Hear from insiders, thought leaders, activists, investigators, politicians, and others why animals need more than kindness—they have the right not to be abused or ex...
2025-01-1529 min
THE PETA PODCASTPETA Reads: Dominick Thompson's "Eat What Elephants Eat."Dominick Thompson's gang life caught up with him and he served hard time in federal prison. But it was there that he found his true self as a vegan. In part 1 of our conversation, he talks about how taking responsibility for his bad choices changed his life. Thompson's book, "Eat What Elephants Eat," shares his story and his recipes. It's now available wherever books are sold. The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization with all its global entities, is 9 million strong and growing. This is the place to...
2025-01-0824 min
THE PETA PODCASTRolling Stone's Top True Crime Series for 2024 is "Chimp Crazy." A PETA Whistleblower Made It Happen."Chimp Crazy" was just named by Rolling Stone as the No.1 True Crime docu/series for 2024. So in honor of that and the New Year, we hear again from Angela Scott, who tells the story of how a 19-year-old girl with a passion for chimpanzees was able to expose the cruelty and criminality that drove the narrative in "Chimp Crazy." It's the power of the whistleblower. A reminder: PETA was not involved in the artistic choices of the filmmakers of "Chimp Crazy." See more at PETA.org The PETA Podcast P...
2025-01-0157 min
THE PETA PODCASTPaul Watson Freed From Prison, But Orcas and Whales Still EndangeredCaptain Paul Watson was freed from a Danish prison in Greenland after five months in custody for attempting to save whales. The Japanese whaling industry advocated for his arrest and extradition. But Denmark finally refused and let Watson free. Hear Watson's passion in this reprise of our conversation on his book, "Orcapedia." Other related PETA Podcasts on Watson. The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization with all its global entities, is 9 million strong and growing. This is the place to find out why. Hear from insiders, thought leaders, a...
2024-12-1852 min
THE PETA PODCASTPETA Whistleblower Exposes Alpha Genesis, The Company That Let 43 Monkeys Escape in South Carolina; Five Things You Need To Know.When 43 monkeys escaped from Alpha Genesis, a monkey supplier in South Carolina, the company went silent, and the news stopped. Now, a whistleblower has given PETA hundreds of pages of documents exposing the company's mismanagement and cruelty to animals. Will the company be shut down now? What you need to know about Alpha Genesis. And why it's important if we're to end animals used in experiments. Take action! Send the monkeys to sanctuary. Read about what the whistle-blower found, and how monkeys were mutilated and abused. The PETA Podcast PET...
2024-12-1221 minTHE PETA PODCASTPETA Whistleblower Exposes Alpha Genesis, The Company That Let 43 Monkeys Escapein S.Carolina; Five Things You Need To Know.When 43 monkeys escaped from Alpha Genesis, a monkey importer/breeder in South Carolina, the company went silent and the news stopped. Now, a whistleblower has given PETA hundreds of pages of documents exposing the company's mismanagement and cruelty to animals. Will the company be shut down now? What you need to know about Alpha Genesis. Take action! Send the monkeys to sanctuary. Read about what the whistle-blower found, and how monkeys were mutilated and abused. The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization with all its global ent...
2024-12-1121 min
THE PETA PODCASTBring Them Inside: PETA's Cold Weather Tips for Your Animal CompanionsDon't leave your animal companions out in the cold. Simple tips that will show you care and keep your animals alive. Emil talks with Emily Allen of PETA's CAP program. See more about the CAP program on PETA.org The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization with all its global entities, is 9 million strong and growing. This is the place to find out why. Hear from insiders, thought leaders, activists, investigators, politicians, and others why animals need more than kindness—they have the right not to be abused or exploited in...
2024-12-0434 min
THE PETA PODCASTPardon Them Yourself: No Turkeys, No Ozempic, Have a Clean, Holiday Feast with Power FoodsHappy Thanksgiving! We give thanks for good information. You don't need Turkey or Ozempic, or even Wegovy to enjoy the traditional holiday meal. Dr. Neal Barnard talks about power foods that are vegan, and avoids all those drugs. Not to mention a turkey on the table. See more about turkeys this season here. The truth about turkeys. A Butterball investigation. See more about Dr. Barnard's book. The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization with all its global entities, is 9 million strong and growing. This i...
2024-11-2742 min
THE PETA PODCASTOreos are Vegan--But Not Cruelty-free: PETA Wants to Change the Food Business.Oreos may be vegan, but they aren't cruelty-free. Parent company Mondelez is now under pressure from PETA. Dr. Frances Cheng, PETA scientist, explains the ridiculous experiments being done on animals and how you can stop them. Cheng also owns a small vegan restaurant and says if you prefer cruelty-free products like cosmetics, you should check out PETA's "Eating Without Experiments."
2024-11-2023 minTHE PETA PODCASTOreos are Vegan--But Not Cruelty-free: PETA Wants to Change the Food Business.Oreos may be vegan, but they aren't cruelty-free. Parent company Mondelez is now under pressure from PETA. Dr. Frances Cheng, PETA scientist, explains the ridiculous experiments being done on animals and how you can stop them. Cheng also owns a small vegan restaurant and says if you prefer cruelty-free products like cosmetics, you should check out PETA's "Eating Without Experiments."
2024-11-2023 minTHE PETA PODCASTOreos are Vegan--But Not Cruelty-free: PETA Wants to Change the Food Business.Oreos may be vegan, but they aren't cruelty-free. Parent company Mondelez is now under pressure from PETA. Dr. Frances Cheng, PETA scientist, explains the ridiculous experiments being done on animals and how you can stop them. Cheng also owns a small vegan restaurant and says if you prefer cruelty-free products like cosmetics, you should check out PETA's "Eating Without Experiments."
2024-11-2023 min
THE PETA PODCASTPETA'S ATTEMPT TO END LOOSE MONKEY CRISIS IN SOUTH CAROLINAThe PETA plan to save the monkeys running loose in South Carolina is on the table. But will Alpha Genesis,the company contracted to NIH, concede and allow the monkeys to be saved. PETA monkey expert Dr. Lisa Jones-Engel in conversation with Emil Guillermo. Learn more about the South Carolina monkey situation. Go to PETA.org The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization with all its global entities, is 9 million strong and growing. This is the place to find out why. Hear from insiders, thought leaders, activists, investigators, p...
2024-11-1328 minTHE PETA PODCASTPETA'S ATTEMPT TO END LOOSE MONKEY CRISIS IN SOUTH CAROLINAThe PETA plan to save the monkeys running loose in South Carolina is on the table. But will Alpha Genesis,the company contracted to NIH, concede and allow the monkeys to be saved. PETA monkey expert Dr. Lisa Jones-Engel in conversation with Emil Guillermo. Learn more about the South Carolina monkey situation. Go to PETA.org The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization with all its global entities, is 9 million strong and growing. This is the place to find out why. Hear from insiders, thought leaders, activists, investigators, p...
2024-11-1328 min
THE PETA PODCASTFinally: PETA Pressure Ends Vegan Milk Upcharge at StarbucksPETA campaign forces Starbucks to end upcharge on vegan milk starting Nov. 7. Emil Guillermo talks with PETA's Amanda Brody. Learn more about the upcharge protest, and go vegan. Go to PETA.org The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization with all its global entities, is 9 million strong and growing. This is the place to find out why. Hear from insiders, thought leaders, activists, investigators, politicians, and others why animals need more than kindness—they have the right not to be abused or exploited in any way. Ho...
2024-11-0625 min
THE PETA PODCASTWith PETA Assist, First City In Nation Bans "Tortured Breeding"The City of Ojai, California, became the first in the U.S. to ban tortured breeding. With PETA's help, the Companion Animal Protection Ordinance is a reality, following the example in many European countries. The new law stops the growth of BIBs and keeps breeders at bay so that animal suffering can end. What's a BIB? Listen now. The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization with all its global entities, is 9 million strong and growing. This is the place to find out why. Hear from insiders, thought leaders, activists, investigators...
2024-10-3031 min
THE PETA PODCASTPETA: Pig Parts No Answer to Transplantation SnafusThe transplantation system in the U.S. is dysfunctional. What the Senate found and what should be done now. The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization with all its global entities, is 9 million strong and growing. This is the place to find out why. Hear from insiders, thought leaders, activists, investigators, politicians, and others why animals need more than kindness—they have the right not to be abused or exploited in any way. Hosted by Emil Guillermo. Powered by PETA activism. Contact us at PETA.org. Musi...
2024-10-2423 min
THE PETA PODCASTWhat You Didn't See On "Chimp Crazy" from the PETA Whistleblower"Chimp Crazy" continues to be one of the most streamed shows on the planet. So we reprise this episodes because it shows the power of the whistleblower. PETA was not involved in the artistic choices of the filmmakers of "Chimp Crazy." But PETA wouldn't have been able to successfully free the chimps had it not been for the courage of Angela Scott. Scott was 19 when she first volunteered for Chimparty. She's the whistleblower who got the evidence that exposed the animal cruelty in the Max documentary, "Chimp Crazy." Scott tells her sto...
2024-10-1657 min
THE PETA PODCASTHow about a Nobel Prize for Science done without Animals? Hear a Young Scientist who Rebelled Against the Cruel Traditions of Science.Should Nobel Prizes in the sciences go to breakthroughs in ethical science that is cruelty-free and done without animals in experiments. We reprise this episode on the documentary "Test Subjects." Emil Guillermo hosts. SEE THE DOCUMENTARY NOW The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization with all its global entities, is 9 million strong and growing. This is the place to find out why. Hear from insiders, thought leaders, activists, investigators, politicians, and others why animals need more than kindness—they have the right not to be abused or exploited in...
2024-10-0938 min
THE PETA PODCASTTexas Raids Underground Horse Track After PETA ExposeThe underground horse racing world took a hit in Texas when 14 people were arrested by Texas law enforcement officials after a PETA expose on quarter-horse bush tracks. With more than 60 unsanctioned tracks in Texas alone, the raid marks the beginning of enforcement action against the more than 160 illegal tracks nationwide. Kathy Guillermo, PETA Sr. VP of equine matters explains. Take action, save the chimps. Go to PETA.org The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization with all its global entities, is 9 million strong and growing. This is the p...
2024-10-0223 min
THE PETA PODCASTMonkey Prison Plans Killed in Texas; South Texans, PETA, Monkeys WinDr. Lisa Jones Engel, PETA Primatologist explains the significance of PETA's collaboration with the people of Brazoria County, Texas, to stop Charles River from building a facility that would hold 43, 000 monkeys. In conversation with Emil Guillermo. Take action, save the chimps. Go to PETA.org The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization with all its global entities, is 9 million strong and growing. This is the place to find out why. Hear from insiders, thought leaders, activists, investigators, politicians, and others why animals need more than kindness—they have the right not...
2024-09-2424 min
THE PETA PODCASTPETA Whistleblower Tells All about "Chimp Crazy."Angela Scott was 19 when she first volunteered for Chimparty. She's the whistleblower who got the evidence that exposed the animal cruelty in the Netflix documentary, "Chimp Crazy." Scott tells Emil Guillermo about the conditions chimps lived under, how the breeding process strips mother chimps from their young. And beyond the story of Tonka, there's the sad story about Conner, the Hallmark chimp. Scott talks about what wasn't in the show, revealing more about Mike and Connie Casey. And what she thinks of Tonia Haddix. Take action, save the chimps. Go to PETA.org The...
2024-09-1957 min
THE PETA PODCASTPETA Exposes the Animal Cruelty in the Land of the Great PyramidsYou won't believe the cruelty to the camels and horses that are used in the tourist trade in Egypt. PETA's Jason Baker talks about the bloody animals he saw in Giza that made him realize the need to prioritize the camels that cater to tourists in Egypt. Don't ride camels in Egypt. See why. Go to PETA.org to see more. The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization with all its global entities, is 9 million strong and growing. This is the place to find out why. Hear from insiders, thought le...
2024-09-1126 min
THE PETA PODCASTPETA Exposes Shameful Monkey Experiments at UW's Washington National Primate Research Center; Plus, Director Fired.There's optimism after two wins for the animals. PETA exposed the cruelty at the University of Washington lab of Fritzie Arce-McShane. One monkey was irradiated so frequently that it had to be euthanized. In another development, the director of the Washington National Primate Research Center at UW, Michelle Basso, was ousted by the Board of Regents. Hear why former UW primate scientist, now a PETA scientist, Dr. Lisa Jones-Engel, feels shutting down the lab is now a matter of time. See more about the primate center on PETA.org The PETA Po...
2024-09-0435 min
THE PETA PODCASTInside the Hit Docuseries Chimp Crazy and PETA's Show-Stopping Role"Chimp Crazy," the documentary series now on HBO Max, gives an inside look on PETA's work to save chimpanzees from the unnatural life of being an animal companion. Baby chimps will kiss you, but adult chimps could rip off your face. And when the babies become violent adult chimps they are usually turned over to a chimpanzee prison. Brittany Peet, PETA VP of Captured Animal Law Enforcement talks with Emil Guillermo about the documentary, Tonka the Chimp, and fighting to end the animal abuse of chimpanzees. See "Chimp Crazy," take action here. The PETA Podcast
2024-08-2736 min
THE PETA PODCASTBled for Life: What PETA Undercover Found At A Captive Animal BloodbankBled for life, more than 800 dogs and cats are held as "professional bleeders" at a captive blood bank in Indiana. What PETA investigators found. PETA's Sarah Deffinger in conversation with host Emil Guillermo. Go to PETA.org to see more about captive blood banks. The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization, is 9 million strong and growing. This is the place to find out why animals need more than kindness—they have the right not to be abused or exploited in any way. Hosted by Emil Guillermo.
2024-08-2134 min
THE PETA PODCASTPETA APPEAL: Save the Man Who Saved the Whales--Capt. Paul Watson Is In PrisonThe man who inspired the phrase "Save the Whales" needs your help. Captain Paul Watson was arrested in July by Danish authorities in Greenland at the request of Japan, who is seeking to punish Watson for his anti-whaling activities. Contact your embassy and the Danish Embassy now and demand that Watson be set free. Listen to this interview with Watson conducted last year on why he does what he does for the animals. And hear PETA President Ingrid Newkirk's appeal on behalf of Watson. The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights o...
2024-08-1447 min
THE PETA PODCASTAT GUNPOINT: PETA activists, including 11-year-old, detained in EthiopiaTaken at gunpoint, Two PETA activists and an 11-year-old were held by Ethiopian police. For how long? But Jason Baker says what they endured is nothing compared to the monkeys transported to U.S. labs by Ethiopian Airlines. See more at PETA.org The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization, is 9 million strong and growing. This is the place to find out why animals need more than kindness—they have the right not to be abused or exploited in any way. Hosted by Emil Guillermo. C...
2024-08-0747 min
THE PETA PODCASTPETA Calls for Ban of Horses After Cruelty Charges at Olympic Dressage/Equestrian Events In Paris.PETA is calling for the ban of horses for sport at all Olympics after five teams were cited for instances involving animal abuse and cruelty at the Paris Games. PETA VP Kathy Guillermo, who heads PETA's Equine Matters division, explains how equestrian events, especially dressage, have put style, fashion and cruelty above the well-being of horses See more at PETA.org. The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization, is 9 million strong and growing. This is the place to find out why animals need more than kindness—they have the right no...
2024-07-3129 min
THE PETA PODCASTPETA Reads: "Meet the Neighbors" author Brandon Keim Talks with Emil Guillermo"Meet the Neighbors: Animal Minds and Life in a More Than Human World" explores what happens when you consider animals as thinking as well as feeling beings. Are they intelligent? Self-aware? Are they persons? Author Brandon Keim talks with Emil Guillermo about the consequences in our lives when we see the animals as sharing our world. For more on the book go here. For more on animal rights, go to PETA.org The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization, is 9 million strong and growing. This is the place t...
2024-07-2442 min
THE PETA PODCASTPETA: Five Things You Need To Know About XenotransplantationA woman has died after being given a pig kidney that extended her life by just 47 days. What you need to know about the cruelty of xenotransplantation. See more at PETA.org The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization, is 9 million strong and growing. This is the place to find out why animals need more than kindness—they have the right not to be abused or exploited in any way. Hosted by Emil Guillermo. Contact us at PETA.org Music provided by CarbonWorks. Go...
2024-07-1827 min
THE PETA PODCASTPETA: Still Saving Animals in UkraineSince the Russian Invasion of Ukraine began in 2022, PETA's effort to save animals there has never stopped. We reprise this episode, in which PETA Germany's Sylvie Bunz describes the coordinated effort to save thousands of animals' lives, in this conversation with Emil Guillermo. The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization, is 9 million strong and growing. This is the place to find out why animals need more than kindness—they have the right not to be abused or exploited in any way. Hosted by Emil Guillermo. Contact us at...
2024-07-1035 min
THE PETA PODCASTNo Bull: PETA Pushes Mechanical Elephants to End Cruelty in Indian TemplesIf you can have mechanical bulls in honky-tonks, why not mechanical elephants in Indian temples? PETA is saving abused elephants by convincing the temples to trade in their sensitive real elephant for a mechanical one. Poorvah Joshipura, director, PETA India tells Emil Guillermo how it works. See the life-sized mechanical elephant here. The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization, is 9 million strong and growing. This is the place to find out why animals need more than kindness—they have the right not to be abused or exploited in any way....
2024-07-0328 min
THE PETA PODCASTPETA: In the Heat, Bring "outside" dogs inside; "Breaking the Chain.""Breaking The Chain," a documentary executive produced by Anjelica Huston, shows PETA's Community Animal Project in action, saving animals in the Norfolk, Virginia, area. But chief among their concern is the number of chained dogs in the area. Many are abused, malnourished, and tethered mercilessly to a chain in all weather, from hot summers to cold winters. PETA has forced local and state officials to establish anti-tethering laws. It's a model for the country. The documentary also addresses the problem with no-kill shelters, and why avoiding euthanasia is not the answer to the dog and...
2024-06-2651 min
THE PETA PODCASTThe Politics of Cruelty-Free Sunscreen: PETA's Jeffrey Brown talks with Emil Guillermo on the threat to animals.Your sunscreen may be cruelty-free now, but for how long? The FDA may require more tests on a product deemed safe for years. Why the sudden change? Jeffrey Brown, science advisor to PETA/UK, talks to Emil Guillermo about the FDA's cryptic communications that threaten tens of thousands of animal lives. The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization, is 9 million strong and growing. Hosted by Emil Guillermo. Music provided by CarbonWorks. Go to Apple podcasts and subscribe. Contact and follow host Emil Guillermo on X...
2024-06-1929 min
THE PETA PODCASTJust say no to Wegovy, Ozempic, and say yes to Dr. Neal Barnard's "Power Foods Diet."Ozempic? Wegovy? Why not try Power Foods? It's cheaper, safer, and works. Dr. Neal Barnard talks about his new book with Emil Guillermo on how you can let the foods you eat do the heavy lifting in your weight loss fight. It's all in "The Power Foods Diet," now available wherever books are sold. The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization, is 9 million strong and growing. Hosted by Emil Guillermo. Music provided by CarbonWorks. Go to Apple podcasts and subscribe. Contact and follow host E...
2024-06-1242 min
THE PETA PODCASTWIll Horse Racing Avoid Horse Deaths at the Belmont, third-leg of the Triple Crown?The question is whether horse racing can avoid horse injuries and death on the day of the Belmont, the third leg of the Triple Crown--especially after a deadly year in 2023. Kathy Guillermo, PETA Sr.VP, is the one in charge of the Equine Matters Department. She talks about why racing is cruel and often fatal. For more go to PETA.org. The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization, is 9 million strong and growing. Hosted by Emil Guillermo. Music provided by CarbonWorks. Go to Apple podcasts and s...
2024-06-0531 min
THE PETA PODCASTPETA: Birds Should Be Freed Not Caged; Emil Guillermo talks with Christina Matthies.In this reprised episode, PETA VP Christina Matthies talks to Emil Guillermo about birds, especially domesticated ones. Most human companions aren't as knowledgeable about birds. It means the situation devolves to the point a bird rescue is needed. How best to avoid a bird rescue? Don't turn to birds to be your companion animals. Let the birds be birds. Matthies is also the Editor-in-Chief of PETA's Global Animal Times. For more go to PETA.org. The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization, is 9 million strong and growing. See more at P...
2024-05-3044 min
THE PETA PODCASTEmil Guillermo talks with PETA's Katherine Roe about the Horrid Experiments at HarvardDr. Margaret Livingstone at Harvard Medical has continued with cruel experiments on monkeys that have no useful scientific purpose. They include maternal deprivation experiments where baby monkeys are taken from their mothers, have their eyes sewn- shut, then observed for abnormalities. Science or torture? In this reprised episode, PETA neuroscientist Katherine Roe, a one-time NIH scientist, talks to Emil Guillermo about the experiments' uselessness to science or humanity. What can you do? Listen to the podcast and click on the links to see more about the experiments and how you can take action to stop th...
2024-05-2238 min
THE PETA PODCASTEmil Guillermo talks to "Rat Trap" author on how animal testing fails us all. l.Host Emil Guillermo speaks to Dr. Pandora Pound about her book "Rat Trap," which exposes the bad science that researchers use to justify useless animal experimentation. Get the book on Amazon. See more about PETA's Research Modernization Deal on PETA.org. Get "Rat Trap" from Safermedicines.org Get the podcast on YouTube@emilamok1 The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization. Hear from insiders, thought leaders, activists, investigators, and others why animals need more than kindness—they have the right not to be abused or exploited in any way. Host...
2024-05-1537 min
THE PETA PODCASTPETA's Ideas On How to Eliminate Horse Deaths in All of RacingOne year after PETA's proposals, horse racing has undergone some reforms, but not all of them. What it will take to end the deaths of racehorses at all race tracks. PETA's Kathy Guillermo, PETA's Equine Matters Department leader, explained what needs to be done in this encore presentation. See the full video of PETA cameras captured of horse breakdowns leading up to last year's Kentucky Derby. Some media outlets have run this without attribution, see the full video now. The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization, is nine mi...
2024-05-0833 min
THE PETA PODCASTPETA's Newkirk talks with Emil Guillermo: How "Cat Smart" are you?Are you cat-smart? PETA's Ingrid Newkirk on the 250 things you need to know if you're a smart cat "guardian." In conversation with Emil Guillermo. An encore presentation. The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization, is nine million strong and growing. This is the place to find out why. Hear from insiders, thought leaders, activists, investigators, politicians, and others why animals need more than kindness—they have the right not to be abused or exploited in any way. Hosted by Emil Guillermo. Powered by PETA activism. Contact us a...
2024-05-0141 min
THE PETA PODCASTSEC Investigates Charles River Labs at PETA's Urging; End Near for Monkey Experiments?The difference between a "purpose-bred" and a "wild-caught" monkey is the reason animal experimenter and monkey importer Charles River Labs is being investigated by the SEC. PETA's investigation uncovered documents showing where Charles River's monkeys come from. But did experimenter Charles River tell its shareholders? If not, it could have serious consequences. See how the case came down and why it could be a turning point for experimenters who may be forced to use non-animal methods. See more at PETA.og The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization...
2024-04-2429 min
THE PETA PODCASTEastern Virginia Medical School , Experimenter Kill Baboons Despite PETA Offer of SanctuaryWhy did the Eastern Virginia Medical School and vivisector Gerarld Pepe kill four mother baboons--Jemma, Cookie, Toya and Tara-- in spite of PETA's offer to save the aging baboons. PETA Sr. VP Daphna Nachminovich talks with Emil Guillermo. For more information go to PETA.org The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization, is nine million strong and growing. This is the place to find out why. Hear from insiders, thought leaders, activists, investigators, politicians, and others why animals need more than kindness—they have the right not to be abused or...
2024-04-1728 min
THE PETA PODCASTPETA Video Documents A Suicide Race Death in FloridaSEE UPDATE BELOW: Arrest made after man attacks PETA investigator A "suicide race" is what jockeys call the sprints young horses are forced to run to get top dollar at places like the Ocala Breeders Sale in Florida. On April 10, 2024, a horse raced to its death, a jockey was hurt, and the president of the sale allegedly assaulted a PETA investigator who captured it all on video. Kathy Guillermo, PETA Sr. VP on Equine Matters describes what happened and why these dangerous race practices must end. Go to PETA.org to see the video.
2024-04-1120 min
THE PETA PODCASTMisothery? Like Misogyny Only Toward Animals, says Jim MasonWhat is misothery? Akin to misogyny, author Jim Mason has coined "misothery" as the phrase describing how we "other" animals. Mason, a co-author with philosopher Peter Singer on "Animal Factories," has written a new edition of his 1993 classic, "An Unnatural Order--Roots of Our Destruction of Nature." Mason connects our "othering" of animals with racism, colonialism, and white supremacy in this conversation with Emil Guillermo. Go to PETA.org for more. The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization, is nine million strong and growing. This is the place to find out w...
2024-04-0358 min
THE PETA PODCASTFor Cesar Chavez Day, Developing Empathy for AnimalsCesar Chavez fought for farmworker rights, but he was also a devout animal lover and did not eat animal flesh. In honor of Cesar Chavez Day (March 31), we reprise our interview with Barbara J. King who talks about empathy toward animals. For some like Chavez it's developed over time through their dogs and animal companions, as King explains, recognizing empathy in animals is a two-way street. Contact us at PETA.org The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization, is 9 million strong and growing. This is the place to find out...
2024-03-2739 min
THE PETA PODCASTHow "No-Kill" Policies Created the Animal Shelter Emergency in Los Angeles.It's an emergency situation at the animal shelters in Los Angeles, which are suffering from an overpopulation problem that, in turn, shuts out the growing number of animals that still need homes. The city's"no-kill" policy was intended to be a "feel-good" measure, but it has resulted in a lack of space in increasingly crowded shelters and animals abandoned on the street. PETA Sr.VP Lisa Lange talks to Emil Guillermo about how the situation got this way and how "no-kill" is no answer to the city's dog and cat overpopulation. Go to PETA.org to find...
2024-03-2129 min
THE PETA PODCASTDog Deaths At Iditarod Hasten PETA's Call To End Cruel RaceA third dog died on March 12 at the 2024 Iditarod, the 1,000-mile race of animal cruelty held every year in Alaska. A three-year-old male dog named Henry is the third death in three days. Two other race dogs, Bog, a two-year-old, and George, a four-year-old both died on Sunday. "The Iditarod is the shame of Alaska," said Tracy Reiman, PETA's executive vice president. "How many more dogs need to die before this stops?" These are the first deaths of dogs in the race since 2019. PETA Sr.campaigner Melanie Johnson, who has worked to end the Iditarod f...
2024-03-1326 min
THE PETA PODCASTGet Link To Watch New PETA Doc For Free: "The Failed Experiment," executive produced by Bill MaherWatch "The Failed Experiment," a new documentary executive produced by Bill Maher, available now for free on YouTube. (See the link below). Kathy Guillermo, PETA Sr.VP on Laboratory Investigations, says too many people don't understand what animal experimentation is all about. Catch up quickly. Listen to the podcast and then watch the documentary to find out how animals continue to be tortured in laboratories in the name of science. The documentary premiered on Prime Video and can still be accessed there. See "The Failed Experiment" on YouTube for free here.
2024-03-0630 min
THE PETA PODCAST"Christspiracy" Director Kip Andersen Answers the Question: How Would Jesus Kill An Animal for A Meal?Kip Andersen, director of "Cowspiracy," "Seaspiracy," and "What the Health," now adds to his accomplishments the new movie, "Christspiracy," on the ethical and spiritual questions around killing animals for meat. With co-creator Kameron Waters, the movie opens in more than 600 theaters on March 20. For tickets, go to Christspiracy.com and use the code word PETA so that 10 percent of the proceeds will go to PETA. Or press the donate button on the site to give even more. The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization, is 9 million strong and growing. This...
2024-02-2844 min
THE PETA PODCASTAnti-Speciesist Theme in Ishmael Reed's "The Shine Challenge 2024"Playwright, author, and poet Ishmael Reed's new play, "The Shine Challenge, 2024," gives animals a voice in the fight for justice. Shine is a black man said to have survived the Titanic in 1912. But he's accused of sinking the ship and put on trial. Who saves the African American Shine? The animals. Specifically, a polar bear and a shark. It's surreal, satirical, and definitely an anti-speciesist work of art. Get a ticket to a private link to watch a pre-recorded live reading. You'll have access to unlimited viewing until March 15, 2024. https://ci.ovationtix.com/35133/production/1191624?performanceId=11425268
2024-02-2128 min