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The Yaoi ShelfHow We Used to Keep Up with BL News with Special Guest: Tylor StarrIn the Season 6 Finale, hosts Amanda and Carola are joined by BL Industry Legend: Tylor Starr! We'll cover keeping up with BL news past, present and future! Join hosts Author Carola and AichiYume in a fun jaunt to The Yaoi Shelf: an exploration of yaoi, shonen ai, and boy's love while discussing tropes, media criticism and more along the way. Grab a seat and get comfy, welcome to The Yaoi Shelf.Tylor's Links:Twitter: https://x.com/hoshitylorBluPetal: https://linktr.ee/blupetalTo Be a Contributor...
2025-12-071h 31
Podcast de osky1968LOVE THAT COUNTRY MUSIC 673Set list:
Noeline Hofmann - Lightning In July (Prairie Fire)
Worthless Curtis - Miss Rockingham County
Rebecca Porter - Payday Loans
Rodney Crowell - Heaven Can You Help (feat. Charlie Starr)
Julia Sanders - Place Where We All Meet
Nicholas Jamerson - Billy Graham Parkway
Jack Blocker - Changing All the Time
Briscoe - Roughnecks
Leon Majcen - Right Love, Wrong Time
Bob Lefevre & the Already Gone - Eventually
Kate Greenland - Nobody Can Break My Heart The Way I Do
Josh Fortenbery - Nobody is Pleased
Tylor & The Train Robbers - The Way We Learn
Emma Mattucci - Lookout...
2025-10-1757 min
ProtegoCastProtegoCast Season 3 Episode 11: Protego Maxima! 10 Years of The Protego Foundation In this week’s episode, Brittany, Kathryn, and special guest Tylor Starr reminisce about 10 years of helping animals with The Protego Foundation! Then, they are joined by new co-hosts for season 4, Melanie Aarnio and Nicole Hering, to talk about what might be in store for Team Protego for the future. Tune in to hear: A recap of how The Protego Foundation got its start… All about our favorite campaigns and programs… What fandoms we’d like to see become a part of our animal rights activism… And more!
2025-04-2546 min
Consciously CluelessEnding Animal Abuse in the Muggle World with Imana and TylorImana Grashuis is the founder and soul behind Magical Food Department. A Dutch Practicing Kitchen Witch with an obsession for everything Wizarding World. She is a full-time photographer, stylist, and recipe developer. Emotions and scents have stuck in her memory from childhood and made her into the Kitchen Witch she is today. The love for her Dutch Carribean heritage and flaming passion for witchcraft came together as one and forged a path where she created dishes she wished existed. The process has made for an explosion of work and creativity, a dream that nurtures her purpose to inspire others to...
2023-03-0150 min
MuggleCast: The Harry Potter Re-Read PodcastOld Immortal Lover (Chamber of Secrets, Chapter 17)In this week's episode, Harry finally enters the Chamber of Secrets! But does he leave with more questions than he had coming in? And, knowing what the diary truly represents, the hosts dive deep into the world of Horcruxes! Join us as we discuss the penultimate chapter of Chamber of Secrets!
Welcome, Voldemort enthusiast and friend of the show, Tylor Starr! Be sure to follow him on social media and check out his Unofficial Harry Potter Vegan Cookbook!
Main Discussion: Chamber of Secrets, Chapter 17: The Heir of Slytherin
7-Word Summary: Memories reveal answers about Tom’s legacy fulfillment
Are...
2023-02-141h 17ProtegoCastProtegoCast Season 3 Episode 1 - Diving into “The Unofficial Harry Potter Vegan Cookbook” with Tylor Starr and Imana Grashuis!In this week’s episode, Ali is joined by Jordan (the UHPVC project manager) to interview Tylor and Imana about their beautiful and groundbreaking cookbook, The Unofficial Harry Potter Vegan Cookbook! Tune in to hear: How the cookbook came to be (Thanks, Kat and Mugglenet!)… The behind-the-scenes of the stunning photography of the recipes… Kitchen witch tips from Imana… All about Evanna Lynch’s contribution to the book… How the cookbook and Tylor’s generosity will help The Protego Foundation… A recipe for pumpkin juice… And more! Make sure to grab your copy of t...
2022-11-3047 minMuggleCast: The Harry Potter Re-Read Podcast2022 Holiday Gift Guide: If You Like Harry Potter...It's our fourth Harry Potter holiday gift guide episode! Join Andrew, Eric, Laura and Micah as they share their latest favorites Harry Potter-adjacent merchandise. Autobiographical works from several of the films' biggest stars are now published, and certain handcrafted and fan-made items are too good to resist. Looking for the gift that your HP-obsessed friend doesn't already have? Start here, with us, on this week's MuggleCast!
This year's holiday gift guide episode features largely Harry Potter-adjacent items for the HP-obsessed friend who has everything, or so they think!
We'd like to draw attention to BookShop.org, where with...
2022-11-2952 minProtegoCastProtegoCast Season 2 Episode 17 - A Vegan Q&A Season Finale!In this week’s episode, Ali, Tylor, Kathryn, Jordan, and Valerie answer the most frequently asked questions about being vegan and an animal rights activist from a magical perspective! Get ready for answers to all the questions you’ve been too afraid to ask about food, fandom, cosmetics, medicine, and more! We will return in the fall for more exploration of animal rights in the Wizarding World, but in the meantime, be sure to send us your thoughts on the movie via email, leave a review, join our Patreon, and, on behalf of all magical creatu...
2022-08-0956 min
Radicals and RevolutionariesR&R Mini 03: Rieke - How To Rescue 5000 Animals In One NightIn our third Mini Episodes, we hear from animal rights activist Rieke from Germany, who was part of a team that raided a fur farm in the Netherlands. After a successful raid, they realized it was a trap. The police, part of a special unit to go after animal rights activists, were waiting for them. In this mini episode, you'll hear: • How they raided the farm. • What happened when the police showed up. • How she was held in jail without outside communication. • and so much more! Visit the Radicals and Revolutionaries website where you...
2022-08-0216 min
Radicals and RevolutionariesR&R Mini 02: Paul Watson - How To Sink A Whaling ShipIn our second Mini Episodes, we hear about how a newly formed Sea Shepherd tracked down and rammed the notorious whaling ship, The Sierra. Taken from an interview done previously, Captain Paul Watson gives us the inside story on how he achieved what was once thought impossible. In this mini episode, you'll hear: • How Paul found the funding to purchase the ship. • How loggerhead sea turtles helped him find The Sierra. • How many crew members he needed to ram the ship. • and so much more! Visit the Radicals and Revolutionaries website where you can fin...
2022-07-1921 min
Radicals and RevolutionariesR&R Mini 01: Mel Broughton - How To Liberate A DolphinIn our first Mini Episodes, we revisit the attempted liberation of Rocky the dolphin. Taken from an interview done previously, Mel Broughton dives even deeper into the actual planning and execution of the raid. In this mini episode, you'll hear: • How Mel was approached to do the raid. • How they prepared and trained to liberated and relocate a dolphin. • How they were arrested and what ultimately happened to Rocky. • and so much more! Visit the Radicals and Revolutionaries website where you can find all of our episodes and our animal liberation-inspired merchandise at ht...
2022-07-0524 min
Green & Red: Podcasts for Scrappy RadicalsAnimal Liberation and Direct Action ft. Jake Conroy and Tylor Starr w/ Radicals and Revolutionaries (G&R 169)In our latest, we're joined by our friend and comrade Jake Conroy (@_jakeconroy) and his co-host Tylor Starr (@TylorStarr). We talk about their new podcast, Radicals and Revolutionaries, which documents the history of direct action in the animal rights movements.
We get into history, strategy and direct action. All of our favorite things to talk about!
Radicals and Revolutionaries is an oral history podcast documenting the radical animal liberation movement and the revolutionaries who started it.
Tylor Starr is a digital creator and animal rights activist. He's also co-host of Chickpeeps Podcast and president...
2022-07-0549 min
Radicals and RevolutionariesRadicals and Revolutionaries Episode 16: The Season 1 FinaleIn the last episode of season one of Radicals and Revolutionaries, Jake and Tylor come together to reflect on the inaugural season of the oral history podcast. Also in this episode, you'll hear: What moments stood out most to our listeners? Why weren't there more women interviewed in season one? Where is season two of Radicals and Revolutionaries going next? and so much more! Season two will be coming back Fall 2022! Visit the Radicals and Revolutionaries website where you can find all of our episodes and our animal liberation-inspired merchandise at http://radicalsandrevolutionaries.com. Al...
2022-06-2137 min
Radicals and RevolutionariesRadicals and Revolutionaries Episode 15: Barry Horne (Part 2)In episode 15 of Radicals and Revolutionaries, Jake and Tylor sit back down with former Radicals and Revolutionaries guests, Mel Broughton and John Curtain, plus new guest to the show, Max Watson, to continue introducing listeners to animal rights legend, Barry Horne. In part 2 of this interview, you'll hear: What lengths did the government go to to try and downplay Barry's hunger strike? What was the reason for Barry's ultimate death? What can we as activists take from Barry and his story? Our panel shares their thoughts. and so much more! Visit the Radicals and Revolutionaries web...
2022-06-1447 min
Radicals and RevolutionariesRadicals and Revolutionaries Episode 14: Barry Horne (Part 1)In episode 14 of Radicals and Revolutionaries, Jake and Tylor sit down with former Radicals and Revolutionaries guests, Mel Broughton and John Curtain, plus new guest to the show, Max Watson, to talk about their good friend, Barry Horne. In part 1 of this interview, you'll hear: Who is Barry Horne and why do more activists need to know his name? How did Barry get started in animal rights? What types of actions did Barry take with our panel that they can talk about now that Barry has passed away? and so much more! Visit the Radicals and...
2022-06-0755 min
Radicals and RevolutionariesRadicals and Revolutionaries Episode 13: John Curtin (Part 2)In episode 13 of Radicals and Revolutionaries, Jake and Tylor continue their conversation with former Hunt Retribution Squad member, John Curtin. Also in part two of this interview, you'll hear: Does John think the Hunt Retribution Squad was a good idea? John shares insight into the raid on beagle-breeder, Interfauna How does John feel about using different tools in the toolbox to achieve animal liberation? Who does John believe is the most important animal liberation activist in history? The answer may surprise you! and so much more! Visit the Radicals and Revolutionaries website where you can fi...
2022-05-3144 min
Radicals and RevolutionariesRadicals and Revolutionaries Episode 12: John Curtin (Part 1)In episode 12 of Radicals and Revolutionaries, Jake and Tylor chat with former Hunt Retribution Squad member, John Curtin. Also in part one of this interview, you'll hear: Was John able to join the Animal Liberation Front just by sending Ronnie Lee a letter? John walks us through the entire Wickham Lab raid Why did the Hunt Retribution Squad try to dig up the human remains of a hunt-loving Duke? and so much more! Visit the Radicals and Revolutionaries website where you can find all of our episodes and our animal liberation-inspired merchandise at http://radicalsandrevolutionaries.com...
2022-05-2445 min
Radicals and RevolutionariesRadicals and Revolutionaries Episode 11: Mel Broughton (Part 2)In episode of 11 of Radicals and Revolutionaries, Jake and Tylor share part two of their interview with attempted-dolphin-liberator, Mel Broughton. Also in part two of this interview, you'll hear: Mel shares what he learned about himself while on the run How does Mel view the debate on economic sabotage? What was the first thing that Mel did outside of Oxford one second after he got off of probation? What message does Mel have for activists and how does he think we can all change the world? and so much more! Visit the Radicals and Revolutionaries we...
2022-05-1739 min
Radicals and RevolutionariesRadicals and Revolutionaries Episode 10: Mel Broughton (Part 1)In episode 10 of Radicals and Revolutionaries, Jake and Tylor share part one of their interview with convicted animal liberation activist, Mel Broughton. Also in part one of this interview, you'll hear: Mel shares how Camp Beagle is revitalizing the animal rights movement and bringing anti-vivisection activism back to the movement Hear the imaginative story behind the infamous attempted liberation of Rocky the Dolphin and how this attempt to free him led to the end of dolphinariums in the UK How going on the run forced Mel to push himself as an activist and so much more! V...
2022-05-1035 min
Radicals and RevolutionariesRadicals and Revolutionaries Episode 9: Paul Gravett (Part 2)In episode 9 of Radicals and Revolutionaries, Jake and Tylor share part two of their interview with SpyCops expert and activist, Paul Gravett. Also in part two of this interview, you'll hear: Economic damage caused by SpyCops How far these SpyCops were willing to go to infiltrate the animal rights movement Should activists be paranoid that SpyCops might be amongst their local groups? and so much more! Looking for more ways to keep up with Paul’s work? Animal rights from an anarchist perspective https://network23.org/redblackgreen/ Animal rights has been in...
2022-05-0348 min
Radicals and RevolutionariesRadicals and Revolutionaries Episode 8: Paul Gravett (Part 1)In episode 8 of Radicals and Revolutionaries, Jake and Tylor introduce listeners to spycops expert, Paul Gravett. Also in part one of this interview, you'll hear: How did Paul get involved in animal rights? How did Paul end up being targeted by McDonalds in the landmark "McLIBEL" case? What are "spycops" and how have they been secretly infiltrating the animal rights movement for decades? and so much more! Visit the Radicals and Revolutionaries website where you can find all of our episodes and our animal liberation-inspired merchandise at http://radicalsandrevolutionaries.com. Also, follow Radicals and Revolutionaries on inst...
2022-04-2641 min
The Animal Liberation HourEpisode 19 - Tylor StarrHow can we create the magic of freedom for the Animals? This inspirational interview with our guest—activist, and hardcore Harry Potter fan—Tylor Starr might be the perfect potion for your dose of inspiration! Tylor and AAM mentor Shriya chat about Tylor's childhood stories that sparked his fire for Animal Liberation and love for Harry Potter. In time, he would bring these two passions together to Co-Create the Protego Foundation, a Wizarding World-themed non-profit organization. He is also a proud nerd when it comes to the history of the Grassroots, Direct Action Anim...
2022-04-251h 12
Radicals and RevolutionariesRadicals and Revolutionaries Episode 7: "Caroline" (Part 2)In episode 7 of Radicals and Revolutionaries, Jake and Tylor wrap up their interview with former Animal Liberation League member, "Caroline." Also in this interview, you'll hear: How did Caroline feel running into rooms full of animals with a goal of taking documents rather than animals? Sentencing for Caroline and her comrades in their trials for going over the fence What does Caroline ask that listeners do to help animals after listening to her interview? and so much more! Visit the Radicals and Revolutionaries website where you can find all of our episodes and our animal liberation-inspired merchandise at ...
2022-04-1945 min
Radicals and RevolutionariesRadicals and Revolutionaries Episode 6: "Caroline" (Part 1)In episode 6 of Radicals and Revolutionaries, Jake and Tylor are joined by former Animal Liberation League member, "Caroline", to chat about her time with this lesser known group in the animal liberation movement. Also in this interview, you'll hear: Did Caroline get her start with the Hunt Sabs as well? What was the purpose and focus of the Animal Liberation Leagues? Why you shouldn't pick up hitchhikers on the way to the raid and so much more! Visit the Radicals and Revolutionaries website where you can find all of our episodes and our animal liberation-inspired mer...
2022-04-1237 min
Radicals and RevolutionariesRadicals and Revolutionaries Episode 5: Roger YatesIn episode 5 of Radicals and Revolutionaries, Jake and Tylor sit down with former Animal Liberation Front Press Officer, Roger Yates, to chat about his time as the media mouthpiece of the group. Also in this interview, you'll hear: Conspiracy charges filed against him and Ronnie Lee Being on the run for years How the Hunt Saboteurs got him started on his direct action journey and so much more! Follow Roger and his work: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roger_yates1/ Roger's Blog: https://onhumanrelationswithothersentientbeings.weebly.com/ The Animal Rights Show: https://www.facebook.com/TheAnimalRightsShow Visit t...
2022-04-051h 13
Radicals and RevolutionariesRadicals and Revolutionaries Episode 4: Ronnie Lee (Part 2)In the second half of our interview with co-founder of the Band Of Mercy and the Animal Liberation Front, Ronnie Lee, on Radicals and Revolutionaries, Ronnie shares more of what founding the A.L.F. involved. Also in part one of this two part interview, you'll hear: How much time has Ronnie spent in prison? Does he regret co-founding the A.L.F. knowing so many activists have been charged and spent time in prison because of underground actions? Jake and Tylor share their favorite moments from their chat with Ronnie and so much more! Vi...
2022-03-2951 min
Radicals and RevolutionariesRadicals and Revolutionaries Episode 3: Ronnie Lee (Part 1)In the first half of our interview with co-founder of the Band Of Mercy and the Animal Liberation Front, Ronnie Lee, on Radicals and Revolutionaries, Jake and Tylor learn all about the roots and history of what would become an international movement of animal liberation. Also in part one of this two part interview, you'll hear: Secret meetings in dark pubs to debate starting the Band Of Mercy to attack hunts Ronnie's first arson attack and first liberation and so much more! Visit the Radicals and Revolutionaries website where you can find all of our e...
2022-03-2239 min
Radicals and RevolutionariesRadicals and Revolutionaries Episode 2: Dave Wetton (Part 2)In the second half of our interview with hunt sab legend, Dave Wetton, on Radicals and Revolutionaries, Jake and Tylor get the inside scoop on some of Dave's and the Hunt Saboteurs Association's most thrilling actions for animals. Also in part two of this two part interview, you'll hear: Did you have to be vegan to go out and stop the hunting of animals? How did members of the HSA feel about the formation of the Band of Mercy, the group that would later become the Animal Liberation Front? How did Dave help bring new activists...
2022-03-1543 min
Radicals and RevolutionariesRadicals and Revolutionaries Episode 1: Dave Wetton (Part 1)In episode one of Radicals and Revolutionaries, Jake and Tylor introduce listeners to hunt saboteur, Dave Wetton. Dave has been an animal rights activist since 1961 and has been involved with direct action campaigns with the Hunt Saboteurs Association since 1963. Before the Animal Liberation Front was the Band of Mercy. And before the Band of Mercy was the Hunt Saboteurs Association. And at the beginning of the Hunt Saboteurs was Dave Wetton. In part one of this two part interview, you'll hear: What led Dave to go from fishing for animals to saving animals? What tactics did s...
2022-03-0840 min
Radicals and RevolutionariesRadicals and Revolutionaries Episode 0: The PrimerIn this inaugural episode, meet the hosts of Radicals and Revolutionaries, Jake Conroy and Tylor Starr, and find out their motivations for starting this oral history podcast on the animal liberation movement. Also in this episode: What influence did the punk and hardcore scene have on our host’s journey in animal rights? Jake and Tylor share their stories of getting involved in liberation work What interview moments are already standing out in your host’s minds? How you can get your hands on limited edition merchandise from Radicals and Revolutionaries that pay homage to a forg...
2022-02-2838 minProtegoCastProtego Cast Season 2 Episode 11 - "Pest" Control with Tylor Starr!In this week’s episode, Ali and Emma are joined by The Protego Foundation’s Founder and ProtegoCast Season 1 host, Tylor Starr, to discuss forms of “pest” control in the wizarding world and how we can advocate for safer, less harmful ways of deterring and removing animal visitors and little critters from our homes. Also in this episode: What is a “pest?” Recognizing the importance of language when it comes to how we portray animals Examples of “pest” control in the wizarding world and Muggle world Speciesism and “pest” control Unforeseen effects of “pest” control on bio...
2022-02-2352 min
Creating MagicTylor and the Protego FoundationSteven and Dani are joined by Tylor or The Protego Foundation. Tylor Starr is regarded as the founding expert in the area of “Animal Rights in the Wizarding World” philosophy. His creature-saving work has been featured all over the globe and he is the trailblazing creator and president of The Protego Foundation, the only wizarding-inspired animal rights organization in the world.
2021-04-291h 06ProtegoCastProtegoCast Episode 18: Season Finale TriviaIn this week’s episode Tylor, Jordan and Emma are joined by Kathryn Henzler, Executive Director of The Protego Foundation, and Ali Matthews, Protego’s Finance and Development Director, to wrap up Season 1 of ProtegoCast with some Care of Magical Creatures trivia! Also in this episode: Questions from easy to obscure: from Dragons, Bowtruckles and Occamy eggs, to Trolls, Winged Horses and more! Lessons from Season 1 of ProtegoCast Season 2 release date & plans We’d like to thank our listeners and Patreon supporters for helping Season 1 be a success. We’ll be back on...
2021-04-221h 08ProtegoCastProtegoCast Episode 17: OWLS!In this week’s episode Tylor, Jordan and Emma discuss a significant victory for the safety and comfort of real-world owls in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter theme parks and all Warner Bros. licensed Harry Potter productions worldwide thanks to supporters of the Protego Foundation, and also chat about the treatment of owls throughout the Harry Potter series. Also in this episode: Owls and their “usefulness” in the wizarding world - how use of language and treatment of animals overlaps The Weasley family’s treatment of Errol and showing how good people can s...
2021-03-1737 minProtegoCastProtegoCast Episode 16: The Problem With ‘Longbottomed’In this week’s episode, Emma, Tylor and Jordan are joined by Kayla Kaplan (@VeggieKayla) to discuss vegan nutrition, examples of body shaming in the Harry Potter series, and how ties between morality and appearance throughout the series relate to issues we see in the animal rights and vegan movements. *Content warning: this episode contains light discussions of body-shaming within the Harry Potter series and throughout the vegan movement, as well as mentions of disordered eating, so please avoid if this will be at all triggering for you!* Also in this episod...
2021-02-2449 minProtegoCastProtegoCast Episode 15: International Statute of SecrecyIn this week’s episode, Jordan, Tylor and Emma unpack the harmful impacts of the Statute of Secrecy on magical creatures and beings, and how this relates to veiled animal abuses in the muggle world. Also in this episode: Examples of magical creatures having less rights due to the Statute of Secrecy Centaur populations and the limits of the Forbidden Forest - how far would the Ministry of Magic go to uphold the Statute of Secrecy? How secrecy allows animal abuse to be more pervasive in the muggle world, and what has helped...
2021-01-2644 minProtegoCastProtegoCast Episode 14: Magical Food DepartmentIn this week’s episode, Jordan, Emma, and Tylor speak to Imana, creator and kitchen witch of the Magical Food Department. Imana shares her tips to help those looking to start a vegan lifestyle leave muggle and magical creatures off their plates, and speaks about the magical recipes on her beautifully curated blog. Also in this episode: First steps in starting a vegan lifestyle and not feeling overwhelmed Some recipes those just starting out with a vegan lifestyle could try from the Magical Food Department Imana discusses the characters that inspire the food sh...
2021-01-1239 minProtegoCastProtegoCast Episode 13: Circus ArcanusIn this week’s episode, Jordan, Emma and Tylor continue their discussions of Circus Arcanus from episode 4 in more detail, and talk about the cruelty of animal exploitation and why all creatures, magical or otherwise, should not be a part of circuses. Also in this episode: How does Nagini being a Maledictus help the audience understand the cruel nature of circuses? The marketing and messaging of Circus Arcanus - similarities and differences from muggle circuses The harm caused by muggle circuses, and similarities in cruel training practices seen in Circus Arcanus (Also: going undercover at muggle circus...
2020-12-1536 minProtegoCastProtegoCast Episode 12: Fantastic Beasts: The Wonder of NatureIn this episode, Jordan, Emma and Tylor are joined by not one, but TWO special guests, Kate Whittington and Anna Darron, Interpretation Developers at the Natural History Museum in London, to discuss Fantastic Beasts: The Wonder of Nature, a new exhibit opening at the museum on December 9th. The exhibit will, much like ProtegoCast, merge fact and fiction, celebrating the natural world and sharing the message of zoologists and conservationists like Newt Scamander working to protect the magical creatures we share the planet with. Also in this episode: Kate and Anna share so...
2020-12-0232 min
The ChickPeeps Vegan PodcastS3, Ep5: #AskChickPeepsThis season of The ChickPeeps is brought to you by our friends at Vivo Life! Use our code 'chickpeeps10' to get 10% off your order at vivolife.com. In this, the first of our bonus ‘Ask the ChickPeeps’ episodes, The ChickPeeps get together to answer your questions and offer advice on how to navigate life as a vegan and the difficult situations one encounters on their vegan journey. Also in this episode: Listener Julia asks the hosts for help talking to her brother - who used to work on a chicken farm - about anim...
2020-11-2254 min
The ChickPeeps Vegan PodcastS3, Ep2: Preacher LawsonThis season of The ChickPeeps is brought to you by our friends at Vivo Life! Use our code 'chickpeeps10' to get 10% off your order at Vivo Life. Welcome to our first guest episode of the new season, featuring the brilliant comedian and vegan advocate, Preacher Lawson! This week, Preacher shares his unique perspective on activism and how, like many of us, he had his 'angry vegan' phase, shortly after giving up animal products. Also on this episode... Which person Preacher would most like to see go vegan. Why it’s really not that much of an...
2020-11-0447 minProtegoCastProtegoCast Episode 11: Vegan ButterbeerAfter celebrating World Vegan Day (November 1st), what better time to celebrate the release of an official vegan bottled butterbeer from the Warner Bros. Studio Tour in London! Tylor, Jordan and Emma discuss the ‘Accio Vegan Butterbeer’ campaign by The Protego Foundation, and what it means for such a huge victory for vegan fans of the Wizarding World. Also in this episode: The team discusses the taste of butterbeer and how accurate it is for them compared to the description of the iconic drink in the books. How does the taste of bottle...
2020-11-0441 minProtegoCastProtegoCast Episode 10: Dark CreaturesHappy Halloween week, witches, wizards, and magical people! In this week’s episode, Tylor, Jordan and Emma get into the spooky festive spirits with a discussion about dark magical creatures, and how fear influences perceptions of beings in both the wizarding world and muggle world! Also in this episode: What makes a magical creature a ‘dark’ magical creature? Liberating language and the power of projecting fear and intolerance onto other beings Exploring instances of magical creatures suffering from their label as a ‘dark’ or ‘dangerous’ magical creature A thrilling tangent about Dementors being non-beings...
2020-10-2836 minProtegoCastProtegoCast Episode 9: Liberating LanguageIn this week’s episode, Tylor, Jordan and Emma are joined by Ali Matthews, the Finance and Development Director of the Protego Foundation, to talk more about exploitation-first language, a topic discussed previously in Episode 3 of ProtegoCast, and which Ali is currently writing her thesis on! The team discusses how language influences behaviour, and what we can do to make our language more compassionate. Also in this episode: What is exploitation-first language and liberating language? We learn about Ali’s thesis on liberating language and what made her so interested in language in the...
2020-09-151h 00ProtegoCastProtegoCast Episode 8: Back to Hogwarts CelebrationIn this week’s special Back to Hogwarts episode, Tylor, Jordan, and Emma notch up the nostalgia 1000%, and discuss all things Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry! The hosts are joined by Kathryn Henzler, Executive Director/Cofounder at The Protego Foundation, for this special episode, and Kathryn shares details about a special surprise the folks at The Protego Foundation have been brewing up this summer! Also in this episode: History of The Protego Foundation (and how Tylor and Kathryn met through Quidditch!) The hosts discuss a special update from...
2020-09-0148 minProtegoCastProtegoCast Episode 7: Potion IngredientsIn this week’s Potions episode, Tylor, Jordan, and Emma discuss how to brew fame, bottle glory and even put a stopper in death: all without using animal-derived potion ingredients! Also in this episode: Examples of animal-derived ingredients we see in the Harry Potter series, and how these are used in potions. Are there ways of obtaining some of these potion ingredients in ‘cruelty-free’ ways? Is it possible to substitute these with vegan alternatives? The ethics of Polyjuice Potion How do vegan potion-making and vegan cooking compare? What’s the potion equivalent of nutritio...
2020-08-0442 minProtegoCastProtegoCast Episode 6: Hagrid & Cognitive DissonanceThis week, Tylor, Jordan, and Emma speak about our favorite half-giant, Hagrid, and his love of magical creatures. In this episode: Tylor, Jordan and Emma take listeners through an exercise unpacking cognitive dissonance and common expressions related to animals rights. What are some examples of Hagrid’s cognitive dissonance? What is a gamekeeper? What are some ways Hagrid could begin to implement more compassionate practices into his responsibilities as gamekeeper? Where do we see instances of cognitive dissonance elsewhere in the series, in relation to animal rights or otherwise? Our absolute favorite Hagri...
2020-07-1437 minProtegoCastProtegoCast Episode 5: Hogwarts Houses as Animal AlliesThis week, Tylor, Jordan, and Emma dive deep into the Hogwarts houses, and how the values attributed to each house correspond to its members’ approach to animal rights. In this episode: How Hufflepuff’s patience, justness, loyalty, constancy, and work ethic contribute to their work as activists. Newt Scamander and Cedric Diggory as examples of Hufflepuffs. Gryffindor recklessness and outspokenness, and how daring, nerve, chivalry and bravery help them command respect and use this to fight for the rights of others. Tylor shares the reasons he’s proud to represent Slytherin House, and why...
2020-07-0144 minProtegoCastProtegoCast Episode 4: Fantastic BeastsThis week, Tylor, Jordan, and Emma begin to delve into the topic of Fantastic Beasts And Where to Find Them, and the Fantastic Beasts film franchise, touching on different aspects of animal liberation and rights seen throughout the series. We touch on the portrayal of Circus Arcanus, the Statute of Secrecy, Nagini, and our favorite magical creatures introduced in the film series. Also in this episode: Our favorite animal rights-related quotes/moments from the Fantastic Beasts films Why did Newt write Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them? What’s the deal with Na...
2020-06-2353 minProtegoCastProtegoCast Episode 1: Hermione GrangerWelcome, witches, wizards, and magical folk, to the first episode of ProtegoCast! In this episode, Tylor, Jordan, and Emma speak about the brightest witch of her age, Hermione Granger, and her role in defending magical creatures. We are joined by The Protego Foundation’s close friend - and campaign partner - Christina Maki Linville, CEO and Founder of Accio! Box, the world’s first fully vegan Wizarding World subscription box! Christina joins us to speak about her animal rights journey, the creation of Accio! Box and Tylor’s hand in the box turni...
2020-05-121h 08
The ChickPeeps Vegan PodcastSeason 2 Finale!This episode is brought to you by Vivo Life! Use our code 'chickpeeps10' to get 10% off your order at vivolife.com! ...And so ends another very spangly and action-packed season of The ChickPeeps! In our finale episode for season 2, Momo, Robbie, Tylor and Evy get together to reflect on all the topics we’ve explored this season from zero-waste cooking to carnism, animal welfare to vegan kids, dating vegans and non vegans, and we even questioned the sentience of transfigured desks. We answer a few listener questions in detail and then have one last lively round of...
2020-05-061h 22
ProtegoCastProtegoCast Episode 0: Welcome!Welcome to the very first episode of ProtegoCast, the official animal rights in the wizarding world exploration podcast from the first and only Wizarding World-inspired animal rights non-profit, the Protego Foundation. In our introductory episode, you’ll meet your hosts: Tylor Starr, Jordan Page, and Emma Pocock, and find out: Our Harry Potter stories (how we found J.K. Rowling’s Wizarding World, our connection to the Potter community) Our animal rights stories The goals of the Protego Foundation, and the aims of ProtegoCast - the similarities of real-world and wizarding world animal rights issues How speak...
2020-05-0430 min
The ChickPeeps Vegan PodcastS2, Ep26: Animal Rights in the Wizarding World, Part 3This episode is brought to you by Vivo Life! Use our code 'chickpeeps10' to get 10% off your order at vivolife.com! You asked for another vegan wizarding world episode...we provideth another vegan wizarding world episode! In our third-part episode of the discussion of animal rights in the magical world (for Part 1 and 2 click here, then here), Evy, Tylor, Robbie and Momo converge once again to discuss our two favourite things; veganism and Harry Potter, and to explore the habits and customs of wizards and witches through the lens of animal rights. We talk about the...
2020-04-291h 45
The ChickPeeps Vegan PodcastS2, Ep15: Vegan Dating with Elliot Knight, Part 2This episode is brought to you by Vivo Life! Use our code 'chickpeeps10' to get 10% off your order at vivolife.com! Please note: the content of this episode is for a more mature audience so we recommend listeners be 16+ years. In anticipation of Valentine’s Day, this week Evy, Momo and the incomparably spangly guest-host and actor, Elliot Knight, are tackling the thorny issue of dating in and out of the vegan community! In Part 2 we discuss the logistics of vegans' sex lives and introduce a new Chickpeeps relationship game :) Also on this ep...
2020-02-1252 min
The ChickPeeps Vegan PodcastS2: ChickPeeps Catch-up!Hello, Season 2! The ChickPeeps are back! In this season 2 catch-up episode, your old friends, the ChickPeeps' co-hosts, aka, Evy, Momo, Robbie and Tylor return to pod-land to chat about the past year in our vegan lives, what’s new on the vegan scene and some triumphs - personal and public - in the vegan world! Also on this episode… We share what we’ve been up to for the past ChickPeep-less year. Momo manifests a near-fatal bird appearance. Vegan chocolate is everywhere which is problematic for Evy Robbie is still an angry vegan and Tylor is back wor...
2019-11-011h 01
The ChickPeeps Vegan PodcastEpisode 32: Season 1 FinaleFor the finale of season 1, all ChickPeeps gather to reflect on the past 8 months and discuss the guests who have altered our respective outlooks on vegan life. We discuss our summer activism plans and share our personal weekly sources of vegan inspiration to see you through the rest of the summer! The ChickPeeps' Recommends: Help Tylor and The Protego Foundation petition for Vegan Butterbeer! Attend the Official Animal Rights March on August 25th! Join Momo's vegan support group, GloVegan on Facebook! Watch The Vegan View on Youtube. Book recommendation: The Dominion of Love. Check out listener...
2018-07-0431 min
The ChickPeeps Vegan PodcastEp 31: Why Choose Vegan with Erik MarcusFor the penultimate episode of season 1, The ChickPeeps have a discussion on how the ethical argument for veganism is the core tenet of the vegan ideology. Erik Marcus, author, blogger and activist, shares his studies on the reasons to be vegan and explains some of the main ideas in animal rights philosophy. Also on this episode... Erik suggest that the health benefits of following a vegan diet is not the strongest argument to make in favour of veganism. ‘It’s probable that most of the suffering and cruelty tied to the meat, dairy and egg industry arises from how t...
2018-06-2851 min
The ChickPeeps Vegan PodcastEp 30, Part 2: Vegan Athletes with Brian RoseFor the second part of our discussion on vegan athletes, The ChickPeeps chat to Brian Rose, the founder and host of London Real, who recently went plant-based when challenged by his friend, musician and triathlete, John Joseph, to compete in a half Ironman and do it vegan. Brian offers a unique perspective on going vegan as somebody able to observe the changes that occurred within his body and mind in a short space of time, and who’s primary motivator in trying veganism were the health benefits. Also on this episode: Brian shares how the many vegan guests he...
2018-06-2244 min
The ChickPeeps Vegan PodcastEp 30, Part1: Vegan Athletes with Tim ShieffThis week on The ChickPeeps we're discussing what it takes to be a vegan athlete and whether or not a vegan diet and lifestyle impedes or assists one's athletic goals. To break through those myths like he records on TV, parkour world champion and badass ninja warrior Tim Shieff joins us to talk about his experiences as a vegan athlete. Also on this episode... How treading on a snail inspired Tim’s vegan awakening. ‘It’s each generations job to be more ethical than the last.’ Crossing the bridge of compassion to enter the vegan kingdom. From Park...
2018-06-2040 min
The ChickPeeps Vegan PodcastEp 29: Ethical Fashion with Delikate RayneThis week we’re discussing the vegan fashion landscape and conscious consumerism with the fantastic sister duo and co-founders of Delikate Rayne, Meg and Komie Vora. Growing up amidst Hindu and Jain cultures, Meg and Komie were raised vegetarian and became vegan several years ago when they founded their cruelty-free label, Delikate Rayne. In this episode they talk about being proud advocates of fashion that is free from animals, and how truly ethical fashion extends far beyond veganism alone. Also on this episode… Meg and Komie explain how founding an ethical fashion line opened their eyes to veganism. How...
2018-06-1446 min
Hogwarts RadioHogwarts Radio #198: The Official Bubble Bath of Harry James Potter Tylor Starr from the Protego Foundation and Chickpeeps podcast joins the panel this week! What current campaigns is The Protego Foundation running? Sign the petition for Vegan Butterbeer! What does Hogwarts smell like? We go over the different common rooms and popular classrooms The hosts agree, the prefect’s bathroom smells like LUSH exploded. Updates to the Forbidden Journey ride in Orlando and Universal leaks a new experience coming this summer. Sean Mendes reveals he is a HUGE Harry Potter fan on Carpool Karaoke Daniel Radcliffe returns to Broadway this fall! Is the power of the resurrection stone real? When Du...
2018-06-1055 min
The ChickPeeps Vegan PodcastEp 28: Undercover Activism with Rich HardyWhat’s it like to go behind the barbed wire fence and and see what happens within the walls of a factory farm? How does it feel to witness a lone raccoon caught in a trap and not be able to rescue it? This week Momo and Evy get to chat with passionate and prolific undercover activist, Rich Hardy, about his career exposing animal cruelty in 28 countries that has changed minds and laws for animals all over the world. Rich speaks frankly, and for the time time publicly, about the personal sacrifices he’s made to undertake such difficult work...
2018-06-0637 min
The ChickPeeps Vegan PodcastEp 27: Eating Disorders with Jasmin Singer and Bianca TaylorThis week The ChickPeeps have an honest, open conversation about what it’s like to balance one’s relationship with food with one’s ethical values and how both recovery and veganism have impacted their lives. Momo and Evy are joined by vegan fitness coach and self love advocate, the fearless Bianca Taylor, who recounts her journey from struggling with anorexia to truly loving and celebrating her body. Later on, we interview the incredible Jasmin Singer, senior editor of Vegnews and author of the memoir Always Too Much and Never Enough, who shares her story of developing a binge eating...
2018-05-311h 02
The ChickPeeps Vegan PodcastEp 26: Environmentalism with Kip Andersen and Keegan KuhnHere at The ChickPeeps we’ve talked about being vegan for the animals and vegan for our health but we haven’t talked about being vegan for the health of humankind and animals together aka. THE ENVIRONMENT! To address this topic, we interview the mastermind filmmakers Kip Andersen and Keegan Kuhn who put the environmental impact of veganism into focus with their groundbreaking documentary, Cowspiracy: The Sustainability Secret. In this interview Kip and Keegan expand on the information shared in Cowspiracy and explain precisely what impact one individual can have on the environment by being vegan. Also on this epsi...
2018-05-2457 min
The ChickPeeps Vegan PodcastEp 25: Finding Your Tribe with The Happy PearThis week Momo and Evy discuss the importance of community as a vegan and finding people who inspire you to live a joyfully vegan life. We talk to the ebullient happiness gurus, Dave and Steve Flynn, aka. The Happy Pear, (9.21 minutes) about creating the kind of world you want to live in, and about reconciling one’s cultural background with vegan principles. Later on, Dave and Steve share some of their daily practices to cultivate a balanced, happy life. Also on this episode… How Steve and Dave went their separate ways and found vegetarianism independently in the same week...
2018-05-1657 min
The ChickPeeps Vegan PodcastEp 24: Activism vs. Attractivism with Earthling EdAre you a militant vegan or an attractivist? Was your mind opened by vegan cupcakes or slaughterhouse vigils? Do you favour street activism or a fiery blog post? This week, Tylor and Evy discuss different types of activism and what methods were most effective in our own personal vegan awakening. Later on (7.37), Robbie and Evy interview the amazing and relentlessly passionate vegan activist and influencer, Earthling Ed, who shares his story of going from apathetic meat-eater to hardcore vegan, and the mindset he’s cultivated to do the confrontational style of vegan activism for which he has become known. Al...
2018-05-0958 min
The ChickPeeps Vegan PodcastEp 23: Veganism and Pets with Dr. Armaiti MayYou asked, we listened! This week we are discussing the heavily pondered topic of veganism and pets, and the inherent challenges vegan pet lovers face. Listen in as Tylor and Evy discuss their lives with their companion animals and the comprises they’ve had to make for their pets lifestyles. Later on, (12.14 minutes) we interview Dr.Armaiti May, a vegan vet with a dog and cat house call practice, to seek her advice on the most ethical ways to raise companion animals. Dr. May sets the record straight on having vegan pets and addresses the most important campaigns in th...
2018-05-021h 15
The ChickPeeps Vegan PodcastEp 22: Eggs with Juliet GellatleyThis week Robbie and Evy explore the myriad reasons why eggs are not vegan, and how the commercial egg industry has distorted the natural cycle of egg-laying hens to alarming and brutal proportions. We interview the bold and awe-inspiring founder and director of Viva!, Juliet Gellatley (4.05 mins) who share insights and stories from her work doing undercover investigations inside factory farm scale hen houses. We also address the heavily debated issue of backyard hens and whether it is ethical to consume eggs from free hens, and discuss solutions for how to substitute eggs in baking. Also on this episode…...
2018-04-251h 12
The ChickPeeps Vegan PodcastEp 21: Vegan Chocolate with Coco Caravan feat. Elliot KnightThis one's for the vegan chocolate lovers out there! This week Evy, and guest co-host, Elliot Knight, expound on their deep love for all things smothered in thick layers of delicious chocolate, and the importance of indulgence on a vegan diet. We talk about the struggle of being vegan when treats and desserts are not prioritised, and are seen as too obscure to make by non-vegans. Later on we interview the fantastic Jacques Cop, founder and head chocolatier of vegan chocolate house, Coco Caravan, to learn about the process of making vegan chocolate and how raw chocolate is actually...
2018-04-151h 20
The ChickPeeps Vegan PodcastEp 20: Cheese! with Miyoko SchinnerThis week we’re talking about all things cheese and why so many aspiring vegans find it difficult to give it up. Momo and Evy share some charming details about the process of dairy cheese production and then compare the nutritional content of dairy cheese vs vegan cheese. Later on, (24.20) we interview the phenomenal Miyoko Schinner, vegan cheese queen and founder of Miyoko’s Kitchen her early struggles going vegan while being a cheese aficionado, and how she founded her legendary vegan cheese empire. Also on this episode… What is rennet? The chemically addictive properties of dairy cheese How do...
2018-04-081h 15
The ChickPeeps Vegan PodcastEp 19: Wicked Healthy with Derek SarnoYou may be thinking that for a vegan podcast we really don't spend much time discussing how to make delicious, simple, healthy vegan food. We thought that too, so this week we are joined by talented chef, co-founder of Wicked Healthy, Director of Plant-Based Innovation at Tesco, and all-around wonderful person, Derek Sarno. Evy and the newest ChickPeeps recruit, MJ, talk to Derek about Buddhism, why he prefers the term 'free from animals' over veganism, and the future of plant-based food. Also on this episode... Meet MJ, friend to The ChickPeeps and our very first guest-host! What is...
2018-04-011h 18
The ChickPeeps Vegan PodcastEp 18: Zoos with Freedom For AnimalsThis week Tylor, Evy and Robbie take on the heavily debated subject of whether or not zoos are vegan-friendly. As animal-lovers, many vegans crave the opportunity to meet animals in person and zoos might seem like the obvious option, however there is no denying that wild animals in captivity are caged against their will. We talk about our experiences with zoos and the role zoos play in education and conservationism. Later on, we interview Maddie Taylor, the Campaigns Officer for the animal rights organisation, Freedom For Animal (previously known as the Captive Animals Protection Society). Also on this episode…...
2018-03-251h 20
The ChickPeeps Vegan PodcastEp 17: Fighting Animal Testing with Hilary Jones of LushThis week Momo and Evy delve into the complicated world of vegan beauty products and how to make sure your vanity table is 100% vegan. We discuss the apparent oxymoron of cruelty free products that are not vegan, and why we demand more stringent measures from beauty brands than from food manufacturers. Later on (18.30) we interview Hilary Jones, the ethics director of Lush cosmetics, a 32 year vegan and a fierce and knowledgable advocate for ending animal testing. Also on this episode… What is the difference between cruelty-free and vegan? Crushed beetles, sheep’s wool and pig fat: Momo and Evy...
2018-03-181h 40
The ChickPeeps Vegan PodcastEp 15: Honey with The Vegan SocietyMany people struggle with the concept that honey is not vegan because they don't understand how taking their honey hurts the bees or they argue that if the bees were unhappy they could just fly away, or that the bee population needs commercial honey-making in order to thrive. So this week Tylor and Evy discuss the much debated topic of honey and why it isn't vegan. Later in the show, Evy interviews Elena Orde of The Vegan Society, the organisation that coined the term vegan, to learn about the many non-vegan standard practices in the stages of honey production...
2018-03-011h 07
The ChickPeeps Vegan PodcastPlant-Based on a Budget with Toni OkamotoIs being vegan more expensive than other diets? Is veganism a luxury only privileged people can afford? Non-vegans often hold the perception that being vegan is a much more expensive lifestyle to lead, so this week Momo and Evy tackle that subject and discuss tips and tricks to making vegan life that bit cheaper. The fabulous Toni Okamoto, author and creator of the popular blog PlantBasedOnABudget.com, also graces the podcast this week and shares details of her work and how you can learn to be vegan for $18 a week! No excuses!! Also on this episode... Momo is...
2018-02-101h 12
The ChickPeeps Vegan PodcastEp 12: PETA with Ingrid NewkirkThis week The ChickPeeps have an indepth discussion about the world's largest and most formidable animal rights organisation, PETA aka People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals. Founded in 1980, by Ingrid Newkirk and Alex Pacheco, PETA made a name for itself with its trademark provocative, headline-grabbing, Animal Rights' campaigns and demonstrations. However, PETA’s bold and controversial tactics often mean that their reputation, depicted in the mainstream media, obscures their tireless efforts to improve the lives of animals. Evy talks to Tylor about what it’s like to work for PETA and then we interview the fiercely passionate, dauntless and...
2018-02-021h 11
The ChickPeeps Vegan PodcastEp 11: Plant Based Health with Dr.Garth DavisAfter our fun, fictional, vegan musings of the magical world last week, the ChickPeeps take a more factual turn with a discussion on health as a vegan, and the common misconceptions society holds of plant-based nutrition. The brilliant Dr.Garth Davis, weight loss surgeon, author of Proteinaholic, and outspoken advocate for plant-based nutrition joins us (8.55 min in) for this episode to debunk the myths and explain to us the science of why our bodies function better without animal products. Also on this episode... Dr.Davis shares how his own health problems caused him to realise that the standard...
2018-01-251h 01
The ChickPeeps Vegan PodcastEp 9 ¾ (Part 2): Animal Rights in the Wizarding WorldWelcome to the second instalment of our meandering exploration of animal rights in the Wizarding World: Episode 9 3/4 part 2! Evy, Robbie and Tylor jump right back in where we left off last week to discuss how to handle handle the delicate task of freeing all house-elves from slavery without traumatizing them, which wand cores are vegan, and the unfair portrayal of dragons as vicious beasts. We listen in awe as Tylor presents a shocking though not unconvincing case for the Dark Lord being vegan, and we also have the pleasure of interviewing Tylor and his co-founder Kathryn on their Harry...
2018-01-171h 26
The ChickPeeps Vegan PodcastEp 9 ¾ (Part 1): Animal Rights in the Wizarding WorldThis week, Evy, Tylor and Robbie kick off the first of the ChickPeeps' episodes of 2018 with the much-hyped and inevitable discussion of animal rights in the wizarding world of our favourite boy wizard. In this two-parter conversation the ChickPeeps get nerdier than ever before as we share our observations and conundrums as Potter fans/ animal activists and discuss the various characters who love and respect the beasts, the stories of magical creatures we've come to love and the not so subtle messages of animal rights and welfare that prevail throughout the Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts' series. Also on...
2018-01-1156 min
The ChickPeeps Vegan PodcastHappy Holidays!Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from The ChickPeeps! In this final ChickPeeps episode of 2017, Evy, Momo, Robbie and Tylor share their holiday vegan traditions and how we keep our spirits up when our loved ones’ are celebrating with very non-vegan conventions. Also on this episode… Vegan Mince Pie recipe from a vegan celebrity, omg… (see link below) Tylor’s ethical solution to regifting non-vegan presents from your friends and family Merry Christmas, Tiger Prawns! Engaging in ethical debates at holiday meal-times. The key to mindfully discussing veganism so that people will listen: ’Everyone thinks of themselves as a good perso...
2017-12-2529 min
The ChickPeeps Vegan PodcastEp 7: Equality for All with Fat Gay VeganIn this episode Evy and Robbie meet Sean O’Callaghan a.k.a. Fat Gay Vegan and learn about his hugely popular and all-encompassing philosophy on veganism, gender roles and equality in general. Sean is a blogger, author and activist who has just finished his first book and also runs a weekly vegan market at Hackney Downs in London. Sean highlights the importance of language when it comes to activism. Also on this episode… Sean explains that you don’t need to love animals in order to be vegan. Evy is shocked that he isn’t immediately in love with Pu...
2017-12-2056 min
The ChickPeeps Vegan PodcastEp 6: Vegan Spirituality with Ollie WyldeIn this week’s episode Momo and Evy delve into the idea of veganism as a core tenet of one’s spiritual practice. A lot of vegans feel that, karmically speaking, consuming products derived from violence and suffering corrupts our own energy, and their vegan lifestyle is a reflection of this belief. We interview Writer and Wayshower, Ollie Wylde who shares experiences of her work healing animals and how we can acquaint ourselves with our own personal animal spirit guides. Also on this episode… We discuss the concept of Ahimsa, the practice of non-violence. The role of prayer in veg...
2017-12-131h 26
The ChickPeeps Vegan PodcastEp 5: The Dairy Problem with Animal EqualityThis week The ChickPeeps take a more serious turn as we investigate the issue with dairy and exactly why vegans don’t consume it. Many non-vegans argue that taking its milk doesn’t hurt cows and that in fact milking actually relieves the cow. We explore the reasons why this is a myth, and discuss the results of quitting dairy products entirely. We also interview two of the founders of Animal Equality, and creators of the groundbreaking iAnimal project, Jose Valle and Sharon Nunez, who recount in vivid detail the experiences they’ve had on dairy farms and the typica...
2017-12-071h 26
The ChickPeeps Vegan PodcastEp 4: Vegan Fitness with Nimai Delgado & Bianca Taylor‘Where do vegans get their protein from?’ is probably a question you’ll hear often as a vegan. Fortunately, insufficient protein in plant-food diets is a myth devised entirely by a misinformed non-vegan society, and even more fortunately we have two vegan fitness-buffs on today’s episode, both distinctly NOT lacking in protein, to show us that it’s possible to build strength and muscle with plant foods alone. Listen in as the ChickPeeps chat to the incredible IFBB Pro Bodybuilder Nimai Delgado, and Personal Trainer and Lifestyle coach, Bianca Taylor, who are challenging the vegan stereotype. Also on this episo...
2017-11-291h 12
The ChickPeeps Vegan PodcastEp 3: Mercy for Animals with Nathan RunkleIn this special interview episode with Nathan Runkle, in honour of his new book, Tylor and Evy sit down with the game-changing Mercy For Animals founder to discuss his journey starting the charity at the age of 15, and charting the victories of his team of undercover investigators in their fight for the rights of farm animals. Nathan also shares stories from his life growing up on a farm in rural Ohio and how being a gay teen in a conservative environment strengthened his conviction for his mission. Also on this episode… Nathan has a book out! Are children rai...
2017-11-221h 10
The ChickPeeps Vegan PodcastEp 2: How to Explain Veganism to your Peeps with VeganuaryThis week, Evy, Momo and Robbie get stuck into the topic of talking about being vegan with your curious, skeptical and/or indignant non-vegan peers in a positive, honest way that doesn’t leave you nibbling seitan sadly in a lone cubicle. Robbie and Evy interview the co-founders of Veganuary, Matthew Glover and Jane Land, to learn about what inspired them to found their charity and the extensive experience they have in educating family and friends on your vegan choices. Also on this episode… Robbie admits initial resistance to going vegan: ‘I didn’t want to be any w...
2017-11-151h 33
The ChickPeeps Vegan PodcastEp 1: How To Go Vegan with Erik MarcusIn this first official episode of the show Evy, Momo and Tylor get together to mull over the different methods of transitioning to a vegan lifestyle and how each of them made the switch. Momo and Evy interview author, activist, speaker, and all-around badass seasoned vegan, Erik Marcus of vegan.com to get his insights on the best advice and the pitfalls experienced when going vegan. Also on this episode… We talk about our initial perceptions of veganism. What to do when you fall off the vegan wagon. Is the monk in DaVinci code a vegan ste...
2017-11-081h 25
The ChickPeeps Vegan PodcastEp 0: Meet the ChickPeeps!Welcome to our brand new vegan podcast! In this introductory episode you’ll meet host, Evy Lynch, and cohosts, Momoko Hill, Robbie Jarvis and Tylor Starr. We discuss our personal journeys discovering the ‘V’ word, going vegan, and surmise upon what made us interested in the first place. Also on this episode... Robbie shares the moment a lamb of Hobbiton challenged his appetite. Evy worries about a particular creature that might block her path to the gates of vegan heaven. We talk about our intentions for the show. Robbie ponders the idea that veganism is at odds with mascul...
2017-11-0835 min