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THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE83: A New Beginning, Livegan RebornA New Beginning, Livegan RebornTonight we welcome Vegan Activist Alliance (VAA) as our new host. While we will miss our audience and the podcast, we couldn’t be happier for the new chapter of Livegan. Thank you all for giving us an amazing three years. We hope that you stay on to listen to the exciting and informative episodes VAA has lined up, and get to know an organization we regard very highly due to our shared vision and values. About the founders: Eloisa Trinid...
2021-01-0653 min
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE82: Vegan Activist Alliance with Eloisa Trinidad & Tom WramageAre fighting against injustices for humans and animals mutually exclusive? How do these two movements fit together? Tom Wramage and Eloisa Trinidad join Kevin and Ben to discuss the origination of the Vegan Activist Alliance and how fighting against human injustice is just as important as fighting against the injustice of animals. Learn more about the VAA Vegan Activist Alliancewww.veganactivistalliance.orgInstagram:@VeganActivistAlliance Facebook: Vegan Activist Alliance Twitter: @alliance_veganPlease support The Livegan Podcast by leaving a review or supporting us here:
2020-09-111h 09
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE81: Food Deserts with Samantha SalmonSamantha Salmon is an Integrative Nutrition Coach that specializes in helping women lose weight, balance blood sugar and release stress and anxiety for total optimal health. She is the founder of RawFoodMealPlanner.com and the Raw Food Health Empowerment Podcast. She is also the author of the book, You Can afford to Be Healthy. After getting a degree in economics from New York University and opening a raw vegan organic juice bar in Chicago, she went on to receive her health coach certification from the Institute for Integrative Nutrition, where she learned about more than one hundred dietary theories...
2020-07-181h 20
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE80: Black Lives Matter w/ Sean RussellSean Russell has been called one of the leading voices in the South Florid vegan movement by Miami New Times magazine. He is an accomplished media producer with over 24 years of professional experience. He's worked with multiple nonprofits, School Districts, and major brands in education, music, entertainment, and veganism. Sean uses his organization SoFlo Vegans to raise awareness for causes ranging from health, the environment, animal liberation, and spreading compassion. You can hear Sean on his weekly show, the SoFlo Vegans Podcast.Personal Page https://seanarussell.comSoFlo Vegans https://soflovegans.comBusiness Page https...
2020-06-251h 23
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE79: Dr. Michael GregerDr. Michael Greger has been referred to as the world’s number 1 expert on diet and nutrition. He is a New York Times Best Selling Author of How Not to Die. He is a physician, author, and internationally recognized speaker on nutrition, food safety, and public health. He has testified before Congress, appeared on The Dr. Oz Show, The Colbert Report, and as an expert witness on mad cow disease on The Oprah Winfrey Show. His newest book How Not to Diet was released in 2019. And his even newer book is forthcoming in May 2020, titled How To Survive a Pa...
2020-04-2443 min
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE78: The Coronavirus & VeganismHow is the spread of COVID-19 affecting our world? How is it affecting the Animal Rights movement? Are vegans more or less likely to contract the disease? How can we be better activists amidst this crisis? Should we discuss eating animals as the source/origin of this disease? Kevin, Ben, and guests Maxine Grabowski and Tom Wramage join us for a round table discussion on the 2020 Global Pandemic.The Livegan Podcast Patreon Page The Livegan Podcast Facebook PageThe Livegan Podcast Instagram Page
2020-03-251h 14
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE77: Why Veganism Fails w/ Colleen Patrick-GoudreauIn this episode, Colleen Patrick-Goudreau joins us to discuss why the vast majority of vegans return to eating animal products, and what we can do to turn the tide. A recognized expert and thought leader on the culinary, social, ethical, and practical aspects of living vegan, Colleen Patrick-Goudreau is an award-winning author of seven books. She is an acclaimed speaker and beloved host of the podcast Food for Thought, which has been voted Favorite Podcast by VegNews magazine readers several years in a row. Colleen has appeared on the Food Network, CBS, PBS, and FOX; interviews with...
2020-03-021h 19
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE76: Regenerative Farming w/ Dr. Sailesh RaoWhat is regenerative farming? Is it more sustainable than veganic farming? Dr. Sailesh Rao, an expert in sustainable environmentalism, and one of the original inventors of the Internet helps answer these questions. Climate Healers Check the facts about YEAR ZERO: 2026The Livegan Podcast Patreon Page The Livegan Podcast Facebook PageThe Livegan Podcast Instagram Page
2020-01-301h 23
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE75: Nigel OsborneNigel Osborne is the Executive Director of Egg-Truth.com - an organization dedicated to educating the public about the true nature of egg production from hatchery to plate. Their goals are to explain egg consumption’s negative impact on human health, To showcase the many healthy and delicious egg-free alternatives and recipes, And to invite individuals to consider leaving eggs off their plate entirely.Nigel has years of experience related to animal rights and on-line advocacy. He has an extensive background in the publishing, outdoor advertising, printing, and web design industries. Nigel seeks to increase awar...
2019-08-091h 25
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE74: Mark DevriesIn 2012, Mark Devries released the documentary, Speciesism, which has been featured in Scientific American, The Huffington Post , CNN Headline News, Psychology Today, The Sydney Morning Herald, and others. Mark also filmed the world’s first aerial drone footage of factory farms, released as part of his Factory Farm Drone Project, which has been viewed by tens of millions worldwide and received global press coverage.Mark has given talks at Harvard Law School, Stanford Law School, Dartmouth College, Brown University, and many other venues worldwide.He is also an attorney, licensed to practice law in Washington, DC a...
2019-07-031h 25
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE73: Toni OkamotoTONI OKAMOTO is the founder of the very popular website Plant Based on a Budget, which offers a food blog, meal plans, and useful tips on how to save money. She’s also the author of The Super Easy Vegan Slow Cooker Cookbook, and the co-author of The Friendly Vegan Cookbook. Her newest book Plant Based on a Budget was just released this year!Toni's website, Plant Based on a BudgetToni's newest book, Plant Based on a BudgetWrap upNews of the Day Excuse of the Day: Fa...
2019-06-191h 21
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE72: Jenny HenryGovernment subsidies to animal agriculture are unjustified and unfair. Jenny Henry is an animal rights activists and the visionary behind Nation Rising - an organization whose aim is to create an agricultural revolution for the people, the planet, and the animals.Nation RisingNation Rising Facebook pageNation Rising Event pageLobbying documents: (What to bring to meet your politician)Wrap upNews of the Day Guest starring Ryan Phillips! Excuse of the Day: Humans are morally superior tho!The Livegan Podcast Patreon Page The Livegan...
2019-06-051h 27
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE71: Gaia's EyeGaia's Eye is a rapper, singer and video creator who's music, comedy and political videos have reached an audience of over 5 million people worldwide. He's also working to mobilize the global vegan community as a force in world politics with a focus in the American and Canadian vegan communities.Gaia is I Youtube channel hereGaia is I Instagram page hereWrap upNews of the DayExcuse of the Day: Vegan meat is made to taste like real meat tho!The Livegan Podcast Patreon Page The Livegan Podcast F...
2019-05-221h 26
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE70: Ren HurstRen Hurst is a former professional horse trainer and hoof care specialist with twenty years experience in the industry. After a profound shift in awareness, she left her successful career to speak up for animals and spread awareness about the rampant exploitation present not only in our relationship to horses, but to all domesticated animals. Patreon.com/rendermewildFacebook.com/rendermewild RenderMeWild.com
2019-05-081h 12
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE69: Amanda HoudeschellAmanda Houdeschell is language specialist and undergraduate student in nonprofit administration and philosophy at Cleveland State University, where she also works as a campus rep for PETA. Amanda is co-founder of Species Revolution, an organization focused on educating the public about speciesism, and provides resources to challenge one’s role in upholding human supremacy. Links recommended by Amanda:The most valuable resource for learning about anti-speciesist languageSpecies RevolutionSome background on the science of language influencing our perceptionsA nod to Christopher Sebastian News of the Day...
2019-04-241h 15
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE68: Dr. Will TuttleDr. Will Tuttle is a 39-year vegan and author of the #1 Amazon best-selling book The World Peace Diet, which has been called one of the most important books of the 21st century, and has been published in 16 languages. It provides the foundation of a more conscious society based on understanding the consequences of animal agriculture. Anyone wishing to understand the big picture of our culture and why we have the unyielding dilemmas we face, and how we can solve them, will be fascinated by these provocative, challenging, and ultimately inspiring ideas.Dr. Tuttle is...
2019-04-091h 23
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE67: Vegan Warrior Princesses Attack!The very funny and philosophical Nichole and Callie from the Vegan Warrior Princesses Attack podcast join Kevin and Ben to discuss all types of oppression, including the inherent exploitation of capitalism, intersectionality, feminism, and how we can all achieve an oppressive free and vegan world. http://veganwarriorprincessesattack.com/News of the DayExcuse of the Day: My doctor told me I have to eat animal productsThe Livegan Podcast Patreon Page The Livegan Podcast Facebook PageThe Livegan Podcast Instagram Page
2019-03-261h 31
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE66: Rob LaidlawRob Laidlaw is the founder and Executive Director of the international wildlife protection charity Zoocheck. Throughout the past 40 years his work has involved hundreds of investigative initiatives, legislative campaigns, public awareness programs, animal rescues and numerous litigations, in Canada and elsewhere around the world. His current area of focus is the exotic pet trade and in making the animal protection movement in Canada more effective.He is also the award winning author of 10 children's books about wildlife and animal welfare issues. Check them out here News of the DayExcuse of the Day: Animals...
2019-03-121h 13
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE65: Johanna ElizabethJohanna Elizabeth is an organizer with the international animal rights network Direct Action Everywhere (DXE). Johanna is also the founder of the Toronto Animal Liberation Conference. She is a Level 1 Kingian Nonviolence trainer and has a background in instructional design and event planning.This is the “40 year plan” to which Johanna refersDirect Action EverywhereAnimal Liberation Toronto Conference 3.5% and the success of nonviolent civil resistance: Erica ChenowethExcuse of the Day: What about abortion tho!The Livegan Podcast Patreon Page The Livegan Podcast Facebook PageT...
2019-03-061h 12
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE64: Dr. Julie ChanDr. Julie Chan is a plant-based Naturopathic Doctor, a Registered Acupuncturist, the Founder of Liberty Wellness Clinic located in Markham, Ontario the founder of a nonprofit organization called Peace Fur Paws and the Toronto leader of Animals Asia.Website: www.libertywellness.ca and www.peacefurpaws.org Follow on IG @drjuliechanNews of the DayExcuse of the Day: My muscles are bigger than yours!The Livegan Podcast Patreon Page The Livegan Podcast Facebook PageThe Livegan Podcast Instagram Page
2019-02-201h 09
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE63: Fiona OakesVegan since 6 years old, Fiona Oakes is a 4 time World Record holder for running, including the World Record for running a marathon on every continent, both in elapsed time and actual running time.Fiona is the main focus of the documentary Running For Good, directed by Keegan Kuhn director of Cowspiracy and What the Health. In the documentary she runs 155 miles through the Sahara Desert. Fiona runs to focus attention on the suffering of animals. She is the owner of Tower Hill Stables Animal Sanctuary where she houses more than 450 animals.Fiona's Instagram
2019-02-131h 09
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE62: Cam F. AwesomeCam F Awesome is a vegan champion southpaw boxer, with US titles in 2008, 2010, 2013, and 2014. He also won the Golden Gloves in 2009, 2011, and 2013. Honestly, Cam, your list of titles won on Wikipedia takes up the entire screen on my laptop. So I’m not going to read them all, but I’ll say Cam F Awesome is an awesomely appropriate name. Cam is also a motivational speaker and the self proclaimed Taylor Swift of boxing.The Livegan Podcast Patreon Page The Livegan Podcast Facebook PageThe Livegan Podcast Instagram Page
2019-02-0656 min
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE61: Slaughtering Animals Will Be IllegalSlaughtering animals will be illegal by 2079. 60 years from now, humans will have adopted a completely different moral attitude toward animals. We hope you enjoy Kevin Lahey's vision of the future and how the Animal Rights movement will win in this lifetime. The Livegan Podcast Patreon Page The Livegan Podcast Facebook PageThe Livegan Podcast Instagram Page
2019-01-2530 min
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE60: Marla RoseMarla Rose is an award-nominated journalist, columnist, author and event planner. A vegan for more than 20 years, she and her husband John Beske co founded VeganStreet.com and Vegan Street Media , which aims to empower vegan businesses, non-profits and advocates to build their brands and promote their products & services.Vegan StreetVegan Street MediaMarla's Superhero bookVegan Street's Instagram Wrap upNews of the DayExcuse of the Day: I have a medical condition tho!The Livegan Podcast Patreon Page ...
2019-01-161h 13
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE59: Bruce FriedrichBruce Friedrich is the Executive Director of The Good Food Institute, a non profit organization that promotes plant-based meat and clean meat as alternatives to animal products.Bruce is an inductee into the Animal Rights Hall of Fame and has appeared on NBC's Today Show, CNN, Fox News, MSNBC, and Court TV. He is co author of the book The Animal Activist’s Handbook and serves on the advisory board of the Christian Vegetarian Association.Bruce was responsible for the 2002 documentary Meet your Meat, narrated by Alec Baldwin. News of the DayExcuse of th...
2019-01-091h 03
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE58: James Hyams & AJ GarciaBen and Kevin end 2018 with a discussion on dogmeat and aliens. James Hyams is an investigative journalist, film Director, and founder of Watchdog Film Festival. He is the Director of the Documentary Korean Dog Meat Expose. AJ Garcia is the ex- President of CARE, Coexistence of Animal Rights on Earth, the largest animal protection group in South Korea and is now the Director of ARM Sanctuary.The largest slaughterhouse in Korea shut downThe 55 minute documentary Korean Dog Meat Expose directed by James HyamsJames Hyams' Alien movie here
2018-12-251h 14
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE57: James WildmanWatch the Full Video before listening to this podcast!Original version: 101 Reasons to Go Vegan10 minute version hereNewer version hereJames Wildman is the Humane Educator for the Animal Rights Foundation (ARF) of Florida. James has given over a thousand presentations on veganism to hundreds of thousands of students at more than one hundred different schools and Universities in South Florida. His videos have reached even more people, with his most popular 101 Reasons to Go Vegan being translated into 18 languages, totaling over 4 MILLION views on YouTube. James holds a Master's d...
2018-12-191h 14
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE56: Kathy GuillermoKathy Guillermo is the Senior Vice President of the Laboratory Investigations Division at PETA. She estimates approximately 100 million animals are used in vivisection every year. These experiments are almost always not useful or relevant to real world human experience. Kathy explains how companies, Universities, and organizations are highly susceptible to public criticism concerning animal experimentation and how vegan activists can take advantage of this vulnerability. PETA.orgList of PETA approved companiesWrap upNews of the DayExcuse of the Day: My family will disown me
2018-12-121h 21
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE55: Alex KakuyoSensei Alex Kakuyo is an author, vegan activist, and Buddhist teacher in the Bright Dawn Center of Oneness Buddhism. He teaches a nonsectarian approach to the Dharma, which encourages students to seek enlightenment in everyday life.Sensei Alex is a former Marine, he holds a B.A. in philosophy from Wabash college, and you can follow him by visiting his blog, The Same Old Zen. Blog: sameoldzen.blogspot.comTwitter: twitter.com/sameoldzen/Email: sameoldzen@gmail.comWrap upNe...
2018-12-041h 09
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE54: Ray CruzzolaRay Cruzzola is the founder and director of Vegan AF Productions, an animal rights film production company. Ray studied film production at Humber College and is an active supporter of DXE, The Save Movement, and Anonymous for the Voiceless. His expertise in videography offers many tips for the everyday activist on how to create more powerful and more effective Animal Rights videos. Vegan AF Productions on FacebookVegan AF Productions on YoutubeRoyalty free music, suggested by Ray:https://soundstripe.com/https://www.premiumbeat.com/Ray's email address:ray...
2018-11-281h 21
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE53: Ingrid NewkirkIngrid Newkirk founded PETA in 1980 and has been working toward Animal Liberation for more than 40 years. In this exclusive interview, we discuss why activism is important, effective activist strategies, the need for self care and happiness, and the mix ups and accusations PETA has encountered throughout the years. PETA home pagePETA InstagramPETA FacebookWrap upNews of the DayExcuse of the Day: I need meat to build muscle thoActivist Tip of the Day: Get a vegan tattoo The L...
2018-11-131h 09
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE52: Kyle FergusonThe Light Movement is dedicated to bringing awareness of the suffering of animals through sharing video and images on social media. They have been shut down or censored more than any other organization in the Animal Protection movement. Kyle Ferguson, co founder of The Light Movement and social media guru, offers practical advice for the everyday vegan activist trying to spread the vegan message. The Light Movement on FacebookThe Light Movement on InstagramKyle Ferguson's personal InstagramWrap upNews of the D...
2018-11-071h 13
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE51: Rowdy Girl SanctuaryRenee King-Sonnen is the Founder and Director of Rowdy Girl Sanctuary, a cattle ranch turned vegan farm sanctuary located 50 miles from Houston, Texas. The sanctuary now provides tools and information for other animal farms to make the switch to sanctuary or veganic farming. Rowdy Girl Sanctuaryhttps://rowdygirlsanctuary.org/Rancher Advocacy Programhttps://rowdygirlsanctuary.org/rap/Wrap up:News of the DayExcuse of the Day: Animals would do it to us if they couldActivist Tip of the Day: Use Facebook & Twitter to target...
2018-10-2355 min
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE50: Izzy JacobusHave you ever tried getting non vegans to discuss veganism with you? What if all your non vegan friends, family, and co workers asked you questions about veganism? Izzy Jacobus is the Founder and Director of Animals First on the Second (AFOTS), where activists fast for a 24 hour period on the 2nd of every month in order to bring awareness to the suffering of animals. The fast entices others to ask questions and allows the activist to explain the plight of animals. AFOTSFB group: Animals First on the SecondFB page: Animals...
2018-10-161h 14
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE49: Rochester Veg FestKevin Lahey & Ben Le Roi present activist tips and why it is so important to be a vegan activist at the 2018 Rochester, NY Vegfest. They take questions and handle excuses given by the crowd. And some Superhero talk :-)The Livegan Podcast Patreon Page The Livegan Podcast Facebook Page
2018-10-0953 min
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE48: Lisa McDonaldHave you ever dreamed of opening an animal sanctuary? Owning your own beer brewery? Why not do them both at the same time? Lisa McDonald and Joe Dinan own Sanctuary Brewing Company in Hendersonville, NC. The profit from the beer pays for the animals! Genius! EMAIL:info@sanctuarybrewco.comhttp://www.sanctuarybrewco.com/https://www.instagram.com/sanctuarybrewing/https://www.facebook.com/sanctuarybrewhttps://twitter.com/SanctuaryBeerWrap up News of the DayExcuse of the Day: Eating animals is natural Activist Tip of the Day: Post vegan...
2018-10-021h 18
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE47: Neta RosenthalNeta Rosenthal is the Executive Director of Challenge 22, a non profit organization dedicated to helping non-vegans try veganism for 22 consecutive days. The challenge allows users an introduction to a happier, healthier, more sustainable and compassionate lifestyle. Challenge 22 Home Page News of the Day Excuse of the Day: You've never been to a farm tho Activist Tip of the Day: Talk about veganism at every opportunity The Livegan Podcast Patreon Page The Livegan Podcast Facebook PageThe Livegan Podcast Instagram Page
2018-09-251h 08
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE46 Rich AdamsRich Adams (AKA Rich the Vegan) traveled across South Korea on a kick scooter to bring awareness to animal suffering. He totaled 633 Kilometers (393 miles) in 14 days and gained social media attention in the tens of thousands, all for the cause of veganism. His efforts have turned into a rescue effort and is currently looking for forever homes for some of the lucky souls he met along the way. Facebook: Rich The Vegan Rich's Instagram KDS Korean Dog Shelter PFC Korean Shelter Email: rich.the.vegan@gmail.com News of the Day...
2018-09-181h 08
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE45: Lauren ToyotaLauren Toyota from Hot for Food joins the show to discuss cooking tips, eating healthier, saving animals, best vegan dishes to bring to social gatherings, and how not to be afraid of the kitchen. Her new cookbook Vegan comfort classics: 101 Recipes to Feed Your Face is available everywhere books are sold. Vegan Comfort Classics cookbook Hot for Food Youtube Channel Lauren Toyota Youtube Channel Instagram: @hotforfood Instagram: @laurentoyota News of the Day Excuse of the Day: Eating animals is legal Activist Tip of the Day: Gift a vegan cookbook
2018-09-111h 02
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE44: Indian Rock VegansDan & Sheanne Moskaluk join us from Indian Rock, British Columbia to talk about health and the law. Dan was given a death sentence by his doctor but he rejected the news by adopting a 100% Whole Foods Plant Based diet, reversing his cancer. His wife Sheanne, literally saved his life by steering Dan in the right dietary direction. They were both featured in the Documentary "Eating You Alive." In addition to this incredible story, Dan works for the RCMP (Royal Canadian Mounted Police) in British Columbia and offers invaluable advice for activists on the street interacting with police. ...
2018-09-041h 00
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE43: Pat Thetic from Anti FlagCelebrity drummer Pat Thetic from the punk rock band Anti Flag joins us for a discussion on animal rights, activism, and changing the world. Plus, he has a message for the everyday vegan activists. Anti Flag's Homepage This Is The End News of the Day Excuse of the Day: Vegans need supplements Activist Tip of the Day: Create vegan memes The Livegan Podcast Patreon Page The Livegan Podcast Facebook PageThe Livegan Podcast Instagram Page
2018-08-271h 11
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE42: Earthling EdEarthling Ed discusses his career as an animal rights activist and offers advice on how we can more quickly achieve a totally vegan world, including social media tips. Get your pen and paper ready. End All Animal Oppression The Official Animal Rights March Earthling Ed's personal webpage News of the Day Excuse of the Day: Deserted Island Activist Tip of the Day: Use non-speciesist language The Livegan Podcast Patreon Page The Livegan Podcast Facebook PageThe Livegan Podcast Instagram Page
2018-08-211h 04
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE41: Piebird Animal SanctuaryKevin and Ben speak with Yan and Sherry in person at Piebird Farm Sanctuary / Vegan Farmstay, a sanctuary and vegan agri-tourism destination in Nippissing Ontario. The animal friendly paradise just celebrated 13 years of peacefully powered animal liberation. Yan and Sherry are the caretakers and explain what it's like getting up at 3am to take care of the daily duties. They also give us the meaning of life. Piebird Animal SanctuaryNews of the Day Excuse of the Day: But iPhones and tires have animal parts Activist Tip of the Day: Be enlightened and mentored...
2018-08-141h 02
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE40: Adam Stirr ReturnsAdam Stirr returns to the Podcast to talk about leading a movement against horse drawn carriages in Ontario, Canada. Adam discusses his secrets to gaining media attention, dealing with the opposition, learning from mistakes, and offers tips to anyone ready to start a protest against horse drawn carriages. For more info on Adam's work, click here Facebook Page Twitter - @atwarforanimals Intragram- @atwarforanimalsniagara News of the Day Excuse of the Day: Animals don't feel anything Activist Tip of the Day: Take pictures! The Livegan Podcast Patreon Page ...
2018-08-071h 04
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE39: Ben Le RoiCo-founder of Nation Rising Ben Le Roi sits at the other end of the interview table and discusses his vegan activism, including Scary Movie Challenge, Funeral at a supermarket, and what initially motivated him to become an activist. News of the Day Excuse of the Day: Vegans are self-righteous and preachy Activist Tip of the Day: Use Social Media The Livegan Podcast Patreon Page The Livegan Podcast Facebook PageThe Livegan Podcast Instagram Page
2018-08-011h 17
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE38: Emily Wood & Lauren PanoffVegan parenting experts Emily Wood & Lauren Panoff walk us through some of the challenges of raising vegan children in a world where not everyone is yet vegan. Emily Wood is the Chief Executive Officer of Raise Vegan Inc. and the Creative Director for Raise Vegan Magazine. She is a vegan parent from NYC dedicated to spreading veganism in all stages of life. Lauren Panoff has a Master’s of Public Health. She is a Registered Dietitian and a lifestyle strategist for vegan families. She is a writer and the founder of Chronic Planet. She is also a...
2018-07-171h 11
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE37: James AspeyJames Aspey is a legendary activist with tens of thousands of social media followers. He was diagnosed with cancer at age 17 and struggled for years to overcome it. He eventually became a vegan animal rights activist and began telling his story all over the world. He is probably most famous for going an entire year without speaking, and then breaking his silence on National Television by speaking in favour of a vegan world. James Aspey Website News of the Day Excuse of the Day: The world will be overrun with animals if everyone goes vegan
2018-07-111h 22
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE36: Jordan ReichertJordan Reichert is a politician from British Columbia and the campaign officer for the Animal Protection Party of Canada. He is a founder of the Victoria Horse Alliance and co-organizes a number of organizations including the Vancouver Island Vegan Association, Island Animal Liberation, and Victoria Animal News. Jordan Reichert, West Coast Campaign Officer, Animal Protection Party Party of Canada Jordan’s Personal Page News of the Day Excuse of the Day: Veganism is too expensive! Plant Based on a Budget Activist Tip of the Day: Mentoring The Livegan Po...
2018-07-061h 22
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE35: Marni UgarMarni Ugar is the original and lead protestor of the Antler restaurant protests in downtown Toronto, Ontario. While protesting, the owner of the restaurant staged a counter protest by carving a deer carcass on a table inside the restaurant in full view of the protestors, which hyped up media attention all over the world. In this exclusive interview, we talk to Marni and discuss why she originally chose this restaurant, what reactions have been from both sides, what they expect to gain from this protest, and how long they expect to continue. GRASS Grassroots Anti-Speciesism Shift Animal R...
2018-07-031h 07
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE34: Shaun Monson"The film Earthlings changed my life." The 2005 documentary film depicts humankind's total dependence on animals for economic purposes. Director Shaun Monson joins us in this exclusive interview to discuss behind the scenes thoughts, how to get as many people as possible to watch films depicting animal suffering, how he keeps from burning out, and how humanity is ready to transform to the next level of consciousness. Watch Earthlings Watch Unity News of the Day: Clean Chicken in 2018 Excuse: Circle of Life Activist Tip of the Day: FoodThe Livegan Podcast Pat...
2018-06-261h 22
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE33: Kevin LaheyKevin Lahey discusses his more than three years of work as an undercover investigator in Korea and the USA, and how he envisions the future of the Animal Rights movement. Kevin's Facebook Kevin's Instagram News of the Day: Excuse of the Day: You weren't born vegan tho Tip of the Day: Organize more vegan social eventsThe Livegan Podcast Patreon Page The Livegan Podcast Facebook PageThe Livegan Podcast Instagram Page
2018-06-121h 05
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE32: Dr. Amie Breeze HarperDr. A. Breeze Harper is a diversity strategist and analyst with Critical Diversity Solutions and the founder of the Sistah Vegan Project. In this episode, we discuss systemic oppression, feminism, sexism, racism, and how they interconnect with the animal rights movement. Dr. Harper often says that if we are not always reflecting, critiquing, learning and breaking new barriers, we are not really evolving toward unconditional love. Dr. Harper's website News of the Day Excuse of the Day: Poop Tho! Activist Tip of the Day: Canvass for animal friendly politiciansThe Livegan Pod...
2018-06-051h 13
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE31: Tayler ZavitzAre you an animal activist? If so, the FBI is watching you. (And they are listening to this podcast. Thanks for the subscribe, guys!) Tayler Zavitz is a PhD candidate in the Department of Sociology at the University of Victoria, where her research focuses on the repression of animal activism in Canada, the expanding criminalization of dissent, and what this means for the future of activism in Canada. Tayler's email: taystaneff@gmail.com University of Victoria's Animals and Society Research Initiative News of the Day Excuse of the D...
2018-05-291h 28
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE30: Erik MarcusErik Marcus is the founder and publisher of the very popular website Vegan.com. He has been vegan since 1986 and blogging on Animal Rights issues since 1997, totaling more than 3,000 articles. He has also written five books related to veganism and animal advocacy and traveled to more than 100 cities to speak about vegan topics. His newest addition to the world of vegan literature is the very popular essay, “Why Choose Vegan?” which is available at Vegan.com/why Erik's Response to Abolitionists How one person made a difference in San Antonio Erik's free book, Self Care for Acti...
2018-05-221h 30
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE29: Dr. Roger YatesWhy does society change values and norms? Why or how do we progress morally? More importantly, why don't we? Dr. Roger Yates has a PhD in Sociology and more than 40 years experience working within the Animal Rights movement. He is a University Professor at University College in Dublin and the University of Wales. In the late 1980's he served four years in prison for conspiracy to commit criminal damage on behalf of the Animal Liberation Front. Websites by Dr. Roger Yates: http://onhumanrelationswithothersentientbeings.weebly.com/ https://rogeryatesphd.blogspot.ie/ https://veganinformationproject.cf/ http...
2018-05-151h 11
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE28: Dr. Sailesh RaoIs Climate Change real? How much time do we have? What is really at stake? How can individuals make a difference? What is the most effective strategy for an activist? Listen to this exclusive interview with Dr. Sailesh Rao, expert environmentalist and full time activist, where we answer these questions and more. Dr. Rao is the Founder and Executive Director of Climate Healers, a non-profit dedicated towards healing the Earth's climate. Dr. Rao's websiteThree books written by Dr. Rao:Check the facts about YEAR ZERO: 2026News of the DayExcuse of...
2018-05-081h 14
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE27: Dr. Casey TaftWhy do Animal Rights advocates do what they do? Should one bring up veganism with family and friends? Are vegans more sensitive than the general population? Why do some people go vegan? Why do some people not? How does an activist keep from burning out? How does a slaughterhouse worker do his job and love his dog? These questions plus more are answered in this exclusive interview with Dr. Casey Taft, a Professor of Psychiatry at Boston University School of Medicine. He seeks to prevent violence and abuse globally, and advocates for veganism on a world wide scale. He...
2018-05-011h 10
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE26: Gary Francione & Anna CharltonGary Francione is an Animal Rights Theory based philosopher known for pioneering the abolitionist rights movement and coining the phrase "moral schizophrenia." Gary is Board of Governors Distinguished Professor and Katzenbach Scholar of Law and Philosophy and Distinguished Professor of Law at Rutgers School of Law in Newark, NJ. He is an honorary Professor of Philosophy at the University of East Anglia in Norwich, United Kingdom. Anna Charlton is a Lawyer and co-author with Francione and is adjunct Professor at Rutgers School of Law. Gary's home page here How do I go vegan? The...
2018-04-251h 24
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE25: Angelina for the AnimalsAngelina for the Animals is a 10-year-old Animal Rights activist from NYC. She is a motivational speaker, social media guru, and compassionate warrior for the animals. In this exclusive interview, Angelina explains how she confronts fear, what life is like as a 10 year old animal rights activist, and how going vegan is beyond easy. Angelina's Facebook pageAngelina's Instagram PageNews of the DayExcuse of the Day: B12!Activist Tip of the Day: Use a vegan bumper stickerThe Livegan Podcast Patreon Page The Livegan Podcast Facebook Page...
2018-04-191h 06
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE23: Christopher SebastianIn this exclusive interview with Christopher Sebastian we explore the challenges of intersectionality and how it relates to the Animal Rights Movement. Intersectionality claims that various forms of oppression such as class, race, sexual orientation, disability and gender, do not exist separately from each other but are actually tied together. Christopher-Sebastian is a staff writer at Vegan Publishers, part-time lecturer on speciesism at Columbia University, and social media manager of Peace Advocacy Network. He focuses on examining how speciesism exacerbates anti-black racism, queer antagonism and classism throughout western society. His work has appeared in the anthology Circles of...
2018-04-031h 13
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE22: Ronnie LeeVegan since the 1970's, Ronnie Lee is co-founder of the Animal Liberation Front (ALF) and has served a total of 9 years in prison for animal liberation related crimes. Following his release from his last prison sentence, Ronnie spent 13 years coordinating a campaign against the UK greyhound racing industry, before moving on to concentrate his efforts on vegan education and political campaigning.Wrap upNews of the DayExcuse of the Day: I can't eat soy tho!Activist Tip of the Day: Stick vegan stickers everywhereThe Livegan Podcast Patreon P...
2018-03-201h 11
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE21: Cody CarlsonCody Carlson is an ex undercover investigator and animal rights lawyer. He graduated Magna Cum Laude from Brooklyn Law School in 2013 before clerking at the United States District Court. Cody now works full time at Mercy For Animals to influence laws and policies to improve the lives of farmed animals across the USA. California Animal Welfare LawMercy for Animals home page Cody Carlson Twitter: @codycarlson_ Cody asks you to watch this videoExcuse of the Day: PETA kills animals tho!The Livegan Podcast Patreon Page The Livegan Podcast...
2018-03-131h 06
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE20: Dominick ThompsonWhat makes a hero a hero? What makes a man a man? A leader a leader? Dominick Thompson keeps it simple by fighting for the defenseless and speaking up for the voiceless. He is an athlete, activist, vegan body builder, CEO of "Crazies and Weirdos" and a true hero for the animals. Dom's Facebook Page Dom's Instagram Page Dom's website News of the DayExcuse of the Day: Lions eat meat tho!Activist Tip of the Day: Leafletting The Livegan Podcast Patreon Page The Livegan Podcast Facebook Page
2018-03-061h 04THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE19: Malcolm KlimowiczMalcolm Klimowicz is the co-founder of the Kitchener Ontario Animal Liberation Alliance and has been engaged in grassroots activism for several years organizing communities to defend the lives of animals. He has put in countless hours doing vegan outreach, hosting potlucks, guerrilla film screenings, organizing protests, workshops, lobbying politicians and food companies, taking over offices, and most recently has attacked the Ontario fur farm industry by trespassing onto private property in the dead of night and releasing shocking footage. He subscribes to a philosophy of direct action and works to empower other activists to push the envelope in defense...
2018-02-271h 00
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE18: Anita KranjcAnita Kranjc is the original founder of The Save Movement, which is a collection of groups around the world who bear witness of pigs, cows, chickens and other farmed animals en route to slaughter. The goals are to raise awareness about the plight of farmed animals, help people become vegan, and build a stronger, grassroots animal justice movement. On June 22, 2015 Anita Kranjc gave water to pigs in a slaughter truck on the way to Fearman's Pork slaughterhouse, which is located in Burlington, Ontario just outside of Toronto. On June 23, 2015, the owner of the farm who technically...
2018-02-201h 01
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE17: Jenny McQueenJenny McQueen has been vegan and an activist for animals since the 90's. She is a firm believer in non-violent activism, co-founder of Animal Rights Toronto, and helps organize Toronto's National Animal Rights Day, Direct Action Everywhere, Toronto Veggie Parade, and National Anti-Fur Day. She has disrupted the Toronto fashion show, a Toronto Blue Jay's game, and Al Gore by handing him a copy of Cowspiracy. Contact Jenny directly: animalrightstoronto@gmail.comCheck out the event Calendar hereNews of the DayExcuse of the Day: Hunting is necessary for conservation tho!...
2018-02-1358 min
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE16: Jo-Anne McArthurJo-Anne McArthur stars in the award winning documentary “The Ghosts in Our Machine” She is the founder of the “We Animals” project, a photography project which artfully explores our relationship with animals and their exploitation. Her contacts are listed below: Website 1 Website 2 Website 3 Instagram: WeAnimals Twitter: @weanimals Facebook: We Animals Jo-Anne’s recommendations for coping w/ trauma, as activists: Aftershock by Pattrice Jones, Beyond Beliefs by Melanie Joy, Trauma Stewardship by Laura van Dernoot Lipsky, and Stephen ritz. founder of the Green Bronx Machine, author of "The Power of a Plant - A Teache...
2018-02-0653 min
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE15: Andrea DavisAndrea Davis went to school to learn how to make cheese, but eventually learned about the dairy industry horrors of separating mothers from their children and other forms of animal exploitation. A few years later, she gave up cheese making and turned her farm into a full scale sanctuary. Now she is the proud owner of "Broken Shovels" located just outside Denver, Colorado. To learn more about Andrea's sanctuary click here For donations, info, and vegan chocolate click hereExcuse of the Day: If we don't farm animals, they will become extinct tho!
2018-01-301h 06
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE13: Pastor Rob84% of the human population identifies with a particular religion. And one third of those identify with Christianity. That's 2.2 billion Christians worldwide. It is the largest religion on the planet. In order for veganism to be considered mainstream, people have to see it as compatible with religion. Today’s guest, Pastor Robert Munro, has an answer for the 2.2 billion Christians worldwide. He has been the practicing Pastor of his Church since its inception, which was established in July 2016. The Humanitarian Church A Whole Foods Plant Based Vegan Church 2600 Erieville Road Erieville, NY 13061 This is the very first vegan church in ex...
2018-01-161h 11
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE12: Edith BarabashListen to the inspiring, transformational story of a third generation cattle farmer who meets vegan activist Edith Barabash, "a shining light of compassion," and has a complete change of heart. He turns his business of selling animals to slaughter into a sanctuary and a profitable organic vegetable farm. Farm House Garden's Facebook page: Farm House website found here More info on farm transformers found hereExcuse of the Day: Inuits tho!Activist Tip of the Day: Write vegan messages in food colouring in the snow (credit: Mary from Rochester)The L...
2018-01-0955 min
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE11: Paul ShapiroPaul Shapiro is Vice President of the Humane Society of the United States, an inductee in the Animal Rights Hall of Fame, and author of the brand new book, Clean Meat, available everywhere books are sold. We discuss how he started in the Animal Rights movement and why he chose to write about clean meat, the biggest technological innovation within agriculture in our lifetime. Check out Paul's new book Clean Meat at www.cleanmeat.com Excuse of the Day: The world is violent tho!The Livegan Podcast Patreon Page The Livegan Podcast Facebook P...
2018-01-0253 min
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE10: Captain Paul Watson“What we want to ingrain in people is that each and every one of us has the ability to make a difference. We have the ability to change the world. And not to be deterred by criticism or any kind of opposition. Just go out there and follow your passion and harness that passion to courage and imagination and you can change the world.” - Captain Paul WatsonExcuse of the Day: Fish don't feel pain tho!The Livegan Podcast Patreon Page The Livegan Podcast Facebook Page
2017-12-2650 min
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE9: Miyoko SchinnerMiyoko is the CEO of Miyoko’s Kitchen, a 100% vegan company that makes dairy alternatives. She is the author of The Homemade Vegan Pantry and Artisan Vegan Cheese. Miyoko's Kitchen home page found hereExcuse of the Day: Eating meat is tradition tho!The Livegan Podcast Patreon Page The Livegan Podcast Facebook Page
2017-12-1957 min
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE8: Jacy ReeseJacy Reese is the author of the forthcoming book, "The End of Animal Farming" and Research Director at The Sentience Institute. We discuss his book, his vision of the future, and his work at Sentience Institute, which is dedicated to researching the most effective methods for activists. We also discuss a recent poll conducted by The Sentience Institute, which cited 47% of the general public wants slaughterhouses to be closed. Excuse of the Day: Morality is subjective tho!The Livegan Podcast Patreon Page The Livegan Podcast Facebook Page
2017-12-121h 00
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE7: David SimonLawyer, vegan, full time activist, and author of the book Meatonomics, Dave Simon pulls back the curtain on the entrenched political tactics of the US meat and dairy industry. This interview is must for any informed activist. For more information, please visit: www.meatonomics.comExcuse of the Day: Animal Agriculture provides jobs tho!The Livegan Podcast Patreon Page The Livegan Podcast Facebook Page
2017-12-051h 01
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE6: Abby McCuaigAbby describes her transformation from small town farm girl to the everyday activist. She offers insight into the Save Movement, Veg Fest London, and offers lots of tips and advice for the activist or not yet activist yearning to do more. Excuse of the Day: Harvesting plants causes more animal deaths!The Livegan Podcast Patreon Page The Livegan Podcast Facebook Page
2017-11-211h 04
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE5: Camille LabchukIn this episode, we talk with Camille Labchuk, full time animal rights lawyer and Executive Director of Animal Justice, about the various legal issues within the Animal Rights movement. Get ready to mobilize! Lots of tips on what can be done to help in this episode. Animal Justice home page hereExcuse of the Day: Canines tho!The Livegan Podcast Patreon Page The Livegan Podcast Facebook Page
2017-11-1453 min
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE4: Adam StirrListen to Adam Stirr's transformative story from slaughterhouse worker to vegan animal rights activist. Please learn more about and support Adam's campaign to end fur farmingExcuse of the Day: Food Chain!The Livegan Podcast Patreon Page The Livegan Podcast Facebook Page
2017-11-0848 min
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE3: AJ GarciaAJ Garcia is a plant based chef, baker, activist, and athlete living in Seoul, South Korea. He runs a plant based burger restaurant named Huggers in Seoul, Korea. Check out @huggersveg on Instagram and his podcast on itunes, titled "Woke Stutters." Some of AJ's accomplishments include: He starved himself for 9 days to protest the killing of zoo animals in front of the Seoul mayor's house. And won! He worked undercover in the Korean dog fighting syndicate. He worked undercover in the exotic animal trade. He worked undercover in the Korean dog meat industry. He has worked undercover in multiple...
2017-10-241h 04
THE LIVEGAN PODCASTE2: Ryan PhillipsIn this episode, we interview Ryan Phillips, an inspiring individual who has dedicated his entire life to the animal rights movement. He fights for the justice, love, and moral respect the billions of animals with whom we share this planet deserve. He is a man of action, not afraid to say what he thinks. He is not a shy activist. He is an artist, creator of Art from a vegan heart He is a cartoonist, creator of The Carnies (if South Park went vegan). He has published a children’s book about the founder of Pig Save, Anita Krajnc. He...
2017-10-171h 02