Making the Connection Between Animal Rights and Human Rights: The Rights of Slaughterhouse Workers; and a feature interview with Nava Atlas, on vegan cooking for the holidays and her new book "Vegan Holiday Kitchen".Read more →

A homage to Esther the Wonder Pig, who sadly passed away this week. We play you our past episode at the beginning of Esther's fame, with her 2 dads Steve Jenkins and Derek Walter.Read more →

A feature interview with Captain Paul Watson, and the precarious future of BC's Grizzly Bears with biologist Amber Peters of the Vahalla Wilderness Society.Read more →

A feature interview with Susie Coston, National Shelter Director, on Farm Sanctuary's Animal Acres, and turkeys! Plus Practical Tips for Celebrating a Compassionate Thanksgiving. Happy Thanksgiving, everyone!Read more →

Listen to this show here! (and also on Apple Podcasts and Google Play) Animal activists Amy Soranno, Nick Schafer, Roy Sasano and Geoff Regier – known as the Excelsior 4 – faced 21 indictable offences (the highest criminal level in…Read more →

Interview with the Excelsior 4 activists Nick Schafer and Roy Sasano on their 1st week of their court trial, being charged with exposing animal cruelty to the world. Plus a feature interview with Peta founder Ingrid Newkirk on the history of the Animal Liberation Front movement and her book "Free the Animals".Read more →

A feature interview with Roy Sasano, one of the Excelsior 4 activists who is being charged with multiple offences for his part in exposing animal cruelty to the masses at a pig factory farm in Abbotsford, BC.Read more →

To honour World Oceans Day, we feature interviews with Sue Waters of Sea Shepherd, and marine biologist Dr. Abby Schwarz, on the importance of sound in the sea. Read more →

A feature interview with Lynn Kavanagh, Farming Campaign Manager of World Protection Canada, on recent findings of antiobiotic resistant genes in waterways around the world, including Manitoba, from factory farms. An interview with Amy Morris, Executive Director of the Vancouver Humane Society, on helping structurally vulnerable individuals and their companion animals with needed vet services and more. Read more →

Feature interview with Woodstock Farm Sanctuary's Rachel McCrystal on millions of farmed animals being euthanized and the COVID-19 outbreaks in slaughterhouses. Plus, a discussion of Canadian filmmaker Liz Marshall's "Meat the Future" - the clean meat future!Read more →

It's our Spring Fundraising Drive! We feature an in studio interview with Jacko the African Grey Parrot and his human companion Adrianne Gauthier. Video live streamed - not to be missed!Read more →

We welcome chicken expert Karen Davis from United Poultry Concerns back to the show for International Respect for Chickens Day and Month! She joins us to discuss pronouns for animals in the media. Read more →

For our feature interview, we welcome Dr. Sailesh Rao, an environmental scientist who believes that the world is capable of overcoming climate change - but only if everyone adopts a plant-based diet by the year 2026. Also, Annelise Sorg, the co-founder and President of No Whales in Captivity, discusses the history of Vancouver Aquarium's exploitative conduct towards the animals and a call for no $9.5 million bailout from the government during pandemic times.Read more →

Feature interview with Sorelle Campbell, founder and Executive Director of Rabbitats Rescue, on the plight of the bunnies.Read more →

A feature interview with Roy Sasano, one of the Excelsior 4 activists who is being charged with multiple offences for his part in exposing animal cruelty to the masses at a pig factory farm in Abbotsford, BC.Read more →

Interviews with some of the 200 activists who peacefully protested and documented cruelty on a local pig farm. We address comments we have been hearing from farmers, and speak to a former RCMP officer-turned activist about breaking the law to obtain justice.Read more →

It's Save a Spider Day! Plus, helping the animals in the Ukraine, and a feature interview with local entrepreneur Jason Antony, owner of social enterprises Vegan Supply and Friend & Faux.Read more →

Featuring an interview with vegan fashion designer and author Joshua Katcher, founder of Brave GentleMan and The Discerning Brute. Read more →

Featuring an interview with local Vancouver activists Don Larson and Elder Veronica on the completion of CRAB Park, plus information on turkey vultures for World Turkey Vulture Day.Read more →

Local vegan chef Asha Wheeldon joins us to talk about plant-based cuisine inspiration and bringing people together through delicious food.Read more →

Learn about optimal heart health with leading cardiologist Dr. Joel Kahn. Plus, celebrating the love of chocolate with vegan chocolatier and owner of Zimt Chocolates Emma Smith.Read more →

An interview with Rabbitats' Sanctuary and Shelter Deanna Hamm on bunny rescue and volunteering, plus a feature interview with Vancouver filmmaker Gary Charbonneau on his ground-breaking new film entitled "The Medical Illusion: A Healthcare in Crisis".Read more →

Health and environmental advocate Glen Merzer discusses the messages in his 2 latest books: "Own Your Health: How to Live Long & Avoid Chronic Illness" and "Food is Climate: A Response to Al Gore, Bill Gates, Paul Hawken, and the Conventional Narrative on Climate Change".Read more →

A feature interview with Brian Patton, The Sexy Vegan, on Vegan Cooking for the Holidays, and vegan musical and cosplay artist Alexandria Beck with her vegan mom Suzi Beck. Plus, our recommendations for charity gift giving for the holidays this year.Read more →

Listen To This Show Here! [display_pod] If podcast is not displaying, you can find the archival audio here – Archive Audio (11/19/2021) News Mission and animals being abandoned Desperate farmers whose properties were flooded tried to move their animals by boat,…Read more →

Listen To This Show Here! [display_pod] If podcast is not displaying, you can find the archival audio here – Archive Audio (10/22/2021) This weeks News Oatly’s New Fashion Line – Swedish brand Oatly—known best for its vegan oat milk—is taking…Read more →

Health and environmental advocate Glen Merzer discusses the messages in his 2 latest books: "Own Your Health: How to Live Long & Avoid Chronic Illness" and "Food is Climate: A Response to Al Gore, Bill Gates, Paul Hawken, and the Conventional Narrative on Climate Change".Read more →

An interview with Rabbitats' Sanctuary and Shelter Deanna Hamm on bunny rescue and volunteering, plus a feature interview with Vancouver filmmaker Gary Charbonneau on his ground-breaking new film entitled "The Medical Illusion: A Healthcare in Crisis".Read more →

A feature interview with Easy Animal-Free's mom Anna Pippus on nourishing your family with plant-based cooking. Plus, vegan dogs with Virchew, a plant-based dog food company local to Vancouver.Read more →

Welcome to our annual Thanksgiving Show, a rebroadcast from 2017. We talk about the personalities of turkeys with Diane Marsh from the Happy Herd Sanctuary, and share tips and advice on Celebrating a Compassionate Thanksgiving.Read more →

An eclectic mix of songs with messages of respect for animals and the natural world. Read more →

A feature interview with BC conservationist Kelly Ready, peeling back the layers to expose the underpinnings of the coyote cull in Stanley Park. Read more →

September 1st is Japan Dolphins Day. Vancouver Aquarium Uncovered's Gary Charbonneau speaks about the Japanese origins of the Vancouver Aquarium's dolphins, plus nutritionist Nikki Hurst answers all your vegan nutrition questions!Read more →

This International Sloth Day show features an interview with zoologist Dr. Rebecca Cliffe, founder and director of the Sloth Conservation Foundation. We also welcome 13-year-old entrepreneur and animal advocate Sir Darius Brown of Beaux and Paws who sews and donates handmade bow ties for shelter animals to help them get adopted.Read more →

A feature interview with cookbook author extraordinaire Dreena Burton, plus shocking updates on the Vancouver Aquarium with David Isbister.Read more →

Meet vegan entrepreneurs Seth Tibbott of The Tofurky Company, and James Davison and Mitchell Scott of The Very Good Butchers, who make some of the best plant-based meats on the market, and have business stories and advice to share!Read more →

Featuring an extended coffee-table chat with violist and singer Tony Kastelic, as well as live performances from both Tony and our producer Elyse Jacobson. Tony and Elyse discuss being among the first musicians in Canada to use Coruss bow hair, a high-tech professional-grade synthetic hair for bowed string instruments. Read more →

A feature interview with Lynn Kavanagh, Farming Campaign Manager of World Protection Canada, on recent findings of antiobiotic resistant genes in waterways around the world, including Manitoba, from factory farms. An interview with Amy Morris, Executive Director of the Vancouver Humane Society, on helping structurally vulnerable individuals and their companion animals with needed vet services and more. Read more →

It's our Fall Member Drive! We feature an in studio interview with Jacko the African Grey Parrot and his human companion Adrianne Gauthier. Video live streamed - not to be missed!Read more →

A feature interview with cookbook author extraordinaire Dreena Burton, plus shocking updates on the Vancouver Aquarium with David Isbister.Read more →

We welcome chicken expert Karen Davis from United Poultry Concerns back to the show for International Respect for Chickens Day and Month! She joins us to discuss pronouns for animals in the media. Read more →

This week we tie together a series of stories related to the different animals that we live amoungst in human dominated spaces. We discuss the pressing news related to the sale of the Vancouver Aquarium, which has been purchased by white supremacist supporters, Herschend Enterprises. Read more →

The Earth Day Show: featuring an interview with author Patricia Tallman on "The Restore-Our-Planet Diet", an interview with Lisa Kemmerer on "Eating Earth", plus our annual Spring Member Drive.Read more →

this week we learn about the life cycle of cicadas in advance of the brood x infestation occurring this spring. Read more →

In a time of zoonotic diseases and pandemics, former industrial farm and slaughterhouse worker Justin Reineke exposes the underbelly of these infection-ridden factories.Read more →

In honour of International Women's Day on March 8th, we speak with acclaimed eco-feminist, writer and activist Carol J. Adams, who illustrates the many connections and intersections between feminism and animal rights. Read more →

Learn about optimal heart health with leading cardiologist Dr. Joel Kahn. Plus, celebrating the love of chocolate with vegan chocolatier and owner of Zimt Chocolates Emma Smith.Read more →

We talk with Lesley Fox about the Coyote Culls in Stanley Park and discuss how we can take action and contact policy makers to help support wildlifeRead more →

Featuring food justice activist Brenda Sanders, founder and president of Afro-Vegan Society, on the society's new "Veguary" campaign. Plus: a captivating look at monarch butterflies.Read more →

Local vegan chef Asha Wheeldon joins us to talk about plant-based cuisine inspiration and bringing people together through delicious food.Read more →

This week, we interview Kimberly Carroll who is a coach for Changemakers, a campaigns strategist with Animal Justice, and the Animal Justice Academy director. We also speak to the Cranky Vegan about how vegans can change the perceptions of others on veganism.Read more →

Featuring an interview with penguin expert Dyan deNapoli on penguin rescue and conservation.Read more →

We enter January with goals of investing for a vegan future. Interview with Mark Perlmutter, founder of The Vegan Investing Club. And feature interview with Jasmin Singer on her new book "The VegNews Guide to Being a Fabulous Vegan"!Read more →

In this show, we play the compelling audio from the short film Creature Comforts which was made by Aardman Animations in 1989, Nick Park's first Oscar-winning film. We discuss hopes for the new year in activism and veganism and the new film Vegan 2020 released by Plant Based News.Read more →

This show features an interview with co-owners and partners of the vegan bakery and cafe called Yellow Rose , Caitlyn and Stephen. Our producer and host this week, Grace Wampold, also speaks on the intersection between Judaism and veganism in Israel. Read more →

We celebrate a safe winter holiday season with award-winning vegan holiday cookbook authors Ryan Shepard (The Vegan Rhino) and Audrey Dunham.Read more →

This show features an interview with Chelsey Hawkings, a co-owner of the local family business called Simply Delish Soup and Salad. We also talk about the BCSPCA's spotlighting videos on animal companion adoptions, an open job position at the Food Empowerment Project (F.E.P.), and the Vancouver Downtown Eastside's 2021 calendar which has just become available for purchaseRead more →

A feature interview with local social influencer Sandra Nomoto on why to go vegan and stay vegan, for World Vegan Month! Plus, an interview with Vancouver Humane Society's Amy Morris on their campaign to help women and their companion animals escape homelessness.Read more →

Featuring an interview with local activist Roy Sasano, who shares his thoughts in the aftermath of the first face-to-face conversation the Excelsior 4 activists had with a BCSPCA representative since the Meat the Victims event 18 months ago. We also discuss the new documentary from Shaun Monson about the killing of Regan Russell at Fearman's pig slaughterhouse in Burlington, Ontario, and share facts about the numbat for World Numbat Day.Read more →

This show features an interview with Emily Wilson of Law Students' Legal Advice Program (LSLAP) run by law students at the Peter A. Allard School of Law at the University of British Columbia. Our host, Grace Wampold, begins the show by speaking about Vancouver City Council's passing of the motion to end no pets restrictions in rental housing contracts. She also talks about the proposed seal cull of 50,000 Harbor Seals, 25,000 Stellar Sea Lions, and an ongoing 3,000 seals per year in British Columbia.Read more →

This International Sloth Day show features an interview with zoologist Dr. Rebecca Cliffe, founder and director of the Sloth Conservation Foundation. We also welcome 13-year-old entrepreneur and animal advocate Sir Darius Brown of Beaux and Paws who sews and donates handmade bow ties for shelter animals to help them get adopted.Read more →

Sierra Tasi Baker of the Squamish Nation speaks to us on why she chose a vegan lifestyle, how this fits with her traditional Coast Salish values, and how animal activists can advocate for animals in a way that's respectful toward Indigenous people. Read more →

This show includes a feature interview with Emily Wilson, the founder and head chef at Living Tree Foods. We discuss her background as an animal rights lawyer and her passion for affordable, delicious, and local vegan cheese products. We also hear a story from pattrice jones discussing her first time bringing ducks to Vine Sanctuary and the assumptions we make about non-human animals based on the narrative that animals are motivated by reproduction and survival, rather than love, eros, and community. Read more →

A feature interview with Lisbet Chiriboga, Program Manager of the TeachKind Humane Education Program; a review of "Wolf Walk" at VIFF; and a kitty rescue story.Read more →

In this show, we have a feature interview with compassionate horse carer and author Ren Hurst, on honouring consent with horses and other animals as well as the effect of domestication on nonhuman animals and humans and Linda Bakker from Wildlife Rescue Association who speak on the displacement of bird populations as a result of the wildfires in the Pacific Northwest.Read more →

A feature interview with animal activist Amy Soranno, one of four criminally charged for exposing extreme animal cruelty last year at the Excelsior Hog Farm. And When Celebrities Quit Veganism: A Message for Miley Cyrus with Dr. Matthew Nagra.Read more →

Featuring an interview with local Vancouver activists Don Larson and Elder Veronica on the completion of CRAB Park, plus information on turkey vultures for World Turkey Vulture Day.Read more →

A feature interview with co-founder Stephanos Liapis of BC vegan-cheese making company Pulse Kitchen. Plus, an interview with Peter Fricker of the Vancouver Humane Society on the efforts to ban horse-drawn trolleys in Stanley Park. Read more →

Feature interview with Sorelle Campbell, founder and Executive Director of Rabbitats Rescue on the plight of the bunnies, for Homeless Animal Awareness Day. Read more →

Calling for an end to the global wildlife trade with World Animal Protection's Campaign Director Melissa Matlow, including the elephant tourism industry. Plus, a revealing interview with local activist David Isbister on the Greater Vancouver Zoo dealings, especially in the aftermath of more deaths.Read more →

In this show we hear from Abioseh Cole, the Vegan Poet on the power of language and what lead him to writing the children’s book, “I am Not Food”, a text which explores why animals are people. We also speak to, Addy Rivera Sondas, the illustrator of the new children's book, "Junebug: No Life Too Small" on her process of bringing this sweet story to life as well as how she uses her artwork to inspire empathy and social change. Our feature interview is with YouTuber and Indigenous mama, Jen Rivera Bell, on Veganism, parenthood, decolonizing food, and minimalism. Read more →

Meet vegan entrepreneurs Seth Tibbott of The Tofurky Company, and James Davison and Mitchell Scott of The Very Good Butchers, who make some of the best plant-based meats on the market, and have business stories and advice to share!Read more →

In this show, we feature interviews with the founders of two vegan ice cream companies: Local vegan and co-founder of Nora's Non-Dairy Katherine Backman and avid vegan and founder of Cheeri Cheeri, Christy Cunanan. Read more →

In this show, we feature an exclusive interview with writer and boom operator Paradox Delilah on her first self-published book, The Race, which draws on concepts of the modern dairy industry and the insidious ways we are distracted from its cruelties. We also listen to an encore interview of Aph Ko on speciesism as an extension of white supremacy.Read more →

Our feature interview in this show is vegan filmmaker Jasmine Leyva of The Invisible Vegan on the role of filmmaking and other art forms in movements for social justice and wellness. We also speak with Animal Justice lawyer Camille Labchuk on Bill 156.Read more →

Featuring an exclusive interview with Five Loaves Atlanta founder Aisha Robinson on her work providing plant-based food and other necessities to food-insecure and homeless individuals, and why she believes cruelty-free food should be accessible to all.Read more →

For World Oceans Day, a feature interview with researcher and UBC professor Dr. Kristen Walker on conservation and the human impacts on sea lions.Read more →

An eclectic mix of songs with messages of respect for animals and the natural world. Read more →

Feature interview with Woodstock Farm Sanctuary's Rachel McCrystal on millions of farmed animals being euthanized and the COVID-19 outbreaks in slaughterhouses. Plus, a discussion of Canadian filmmaker Liz Marshall's "Meat the Future" - the clean meat future!Read more →

This International Respect for Chickens Month show features a critical assessment of the film Chicken Run from our co-hosts on its anti-speciesist message and an encore interview with neuroscientist and expert in animal behaviour and intelligence, Dr. Lori Marino.Read more →

Mother's Day Show ~ A Mother's Love: The Bond Between Mother Cow and Baby Calf; and a feature interview with Kim Sturla of Animal Place for International Respect for Chickens Month.Read more →

For our feature interview, we welcome Dr. Sailesh Rao, an environmental scientist who believes that the world is capable of overcoming climate change - but only if everyone adopts a plant-based diet by the year 2026. Also, Annelise Sorg, the co-founder and President of No Whales in Captivity, discusses the history of Vancouver Aquarium's exploitative conduct towards the animals and a call for no $9.5 million bailout from the government during pandemic times.Read more →

Featuring an interview with author Christopher Locke on The Enlightenment Adventures, his young adult series focused around animal rights and sentience, and a speech from Dr. Charu Chandrasekera on human-biology-based alternatives to animal testing. Read more →

A feature interview with public health specialist Dr. Aysha Akhtar, who explains the science behind COVID-19, development of vaccines, and how zoonotic diseases are borne and passed onto human-beings.Read more →

Sustaining ourselves with food during pandemic times: A feature interview with vegan food consultant Brigitte Gemme, of Vegan Family Kitchen, on best practises for pantry cooking. Plus, guest co-host Grace Wampold presents a segment on being resourceful in growing your own food, even if you don't have garden space!Read more →

In a time of zoonotic diseases and pandemics, former industrial farm and slaughterhouse worker Justin Reineke exposes the underbelly of these infection-ridden factories.Read more →

Spring is coming! In this show, we present two perennial interviews packed with information on veganic farming, which is a method of farming that eschews animal inputs. Featuring master gardener Stephen Hunt and food justice activist, veganic farmer, and vegan chef JoVonna Johnson-Cooke.Read more →

In this show, we feature interviews with linguist and co-founder of Species Revolution Amanda Houdeschell on speciesist language and feminism and sociologist Dr. Corey Wrenn of the Vegan Feminist Network on intersectional awareness and solidarity across social justice issues.Read more →

Interviews with pattrice jones on the racist and colonial history of the dairy industry in Vermont, and Amy Jean Davis, founder of the L.A. Animal Save, on the mother cow Liberty and her calf Indigo who were rescued from a slaughterhouse, with actor and activist Joaquin Phoenix.Read more →

Local vegan chef Asha Wheeldon joins us to talk about plant-based cuisine inspiration and bringing people together through delicious food.Read more →

Learn about optimal heart health with leading cardiologist Dr. Joel Kahn. Plus, celebrating the love of chocolate with vegan chocolatier and owner of Zimt Chocolates Emma Smith.Read more →

In this show, we feature an exclusive interview with grassroots liberation activist Darren Chang on strategies and tools in the animal rights and anti-oppression movements and the Canada Goose Pressure Campaign which he will be speaking more about. Also, guest co-host Meghan on her experience protesting against RibFest and guest co-host Leah with an update on the Wet'suwet'en pipeline protest.Read more →

This show features an exclusive interview with Jake from Direct Action Everywhere (DxE) Brighton on the recently held protest within Hoads Farm after exposure of footage spanning six months of the horrid conditions suffered by the chickens kept there.Read more →

This show features interviews of Dr. Neal Barnard on the reasons why he is a plant-based advocate and Karina Inkster on weightlifting and fitness as a vegan personal trainer. We also introduce three new co-hosts, Meaghan Beattie, Grace Wampold, and Leah Thompson with their stories on how they started on veganism and why they choose to continue to live a vegan lifestyle. Read more →

A feature interview with Jake Conroy, convicted animal activist and a key character in "The Animal People" film. Plus, an interview with Peter Fricker on the failings of the Greater Vancouver Zoo.Read more →

This show features an exciting announcement of the Vancouver premiere of the documentary "The Animal People," plus resources, tips, and tricks for kickstarting your new vegan lifestyle in 2020.Read more →

Sierra Tasi Baker of the Squamish Nation speaks to us on why she chose a vegan lifestyle, how this fits with her traditional Coast Salish values, and how animal activists can advocate for animals in a way that's respectful toward Indigenous people. Read more →

Featuring an interview with York University primatologist Dr. Anne Russon, lead script advisor for the docu-soap series "Orangutan Jungle School" on the Love Nature channel.Read more →

A feature interview on Vegan Holiday Cooking with social media star The Tasty K, Kirsten Kaminski, plus an interview with local advocate Tosha Lobsinger on Zero-Waste for the Holidays (and beyond!).Read more →

This is the 4th and final show of our School Days series. (You can find the other 3 shows in the series here) This last show continues to explore how we can create a more compassionate and cruelty-free educational environment. The show features interviews with Early Childhood Educator, Mallory Boult; National Programs Director of Factory Farming Awareness Coalition, Monica Chen and grade 8 student Soleilla Denomme.Read more →

Featuring an extended coffee-table chat with violist and singer Tony Kastelic, as well as live performances from both Tony and our producer Elyse Jacobson. Tony and Elyse discuss being among the first musicians in Canada to use Coruss bow hair, a high-tech professional-grade synthetic hair for bowed string instruments. Read more →

A feature interview with author Eric O'Grey on "Walking with Peety: The Dog Who Saved My Life", plus an interview with animal rights lawyer Camille Labchuk of Animal Justice to speak on the state of the fur industry, and other current day animal advocacy issues in Canada.Read more →

This the third show of the School Days series, focusing on animal dissection and featuring an interview with Dr. Elisabeth Ormandy, the Executive Director and Co-Founder of Animals in Science Policy Institute (AiSPI) in Vancouver.Read more →