Animal Voices

Dr. Michael Klaper on disease prevention and reversal with plant-based diets

Jen — Fri, 12 Apr 2024 15:34:57 +0000

Dr. Klaper is a gifted clinician, internationally-recognized teacher & speaker on diet & health. In addition to his clinical practice & private consultations with patients, he’s a passionate & devoted educator of physicians & other healthcare professionals about the importance…

Vancouver vegans discuss animal rights strategy, rabbit rescue and how religious beliefs affect animals.

Jen — Sat, 30 Mar 2024 05:16:42 +0000

A roundtable discussion with guests new vegan Daniel Li, and longtime vegan and bunny advocate Michael Kossin. It's Easter weekend - don't buy bunnies, but consider adoption!

Encore Episode: Making the Connection Between Animal Rights and Human Rights: The Rights of Slaughterhouse Workers, and Cooking Vegan for the Holidays with Nava Atlas

Alison Cole — Fri, 08 Dec 2023 19:35:00 +0000

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".

Encore show: Esther the Wonder Pig is introduced to the world, in 2014!

Jackie — Thu, 19 Oct 2023 23:22:52 +0000

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.

Eco-Activist Captain Paul Watson, and Saving the Grizzly Bears in BC

Alison Cole — Sat, 30 Sep 2023 01:08:09 +0000

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.

Encore Episode: The Thanksgiving Show 2011

Alison Cole — Fri, 07 Oct 2022 19:46:22 +0000

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!

Excelsior 4 Activists Await Sentencing for Exposing Animal Cruelty

Jen — Fri, 02 Sep 2022 18:47:07 +0000

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…

The Trial of Fighting for Justice for Animals, with the #Excelsior4 and PETA’s Ingrid Newkirk

Alison Cole — Fri, 01 Jul 2022 07:13:00 +0000

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".

Encore Show: The Excelsior 4 Pig Trial Starts Next week ~ Exclusive Interviews in the Aftermath of the Pre-Trial this April

Alison Cole — Fri, 24 Jun 2022 18:44:56 +0000

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.

Encore Show: World Oceans Day: Sounds in the Sea, & Direct Action with Sea Shepherd

Alison Cole — Fri, 03 Jun 2022 18:41:47 +0000

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.

Encore Show: Helping Companion Animals in Vulnerable Communities, with the Vancouver Humane Society; plus, Superbugs in Our Waterways, with World Animal Protection Canada

Alison Cole — Fri, 27 May 2022 08:04:35 +0000

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.

Encore Show: Farmed Animal Depopulations and Worker Violations During COVID-19, with Rachel McCrystal of Woodstock Farm Sanctuary, and Meet the Clean Meat Future

Alison Cole — Fri, 20 May 2022 17:54:07 +0000

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!

Encore Show: Appreciation for our Avian Friends: Jacko the African Grey Parrot, and his human companion Adrianne Gauthier

Alison Cole — Fri, 13 May 2022 16:57:08 +0000

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!

Encore Show: International Respect For Chickens Day: a Chicken Chat with Karen Davis, discussing pronouns used for animals in mainstream media

Grace Wampold — Fri, 06 May 2022 15:58:20 +0000

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.

Encore Show: Healing our Planet Amidst a Climate and Pandemic Crisis, with Dr. Sailesh Rao of the Climate Healers, and Opposing a $9.5 Million Bailout for the Vancouver Aquarium with Annelise Sorg

Alison Cole — Fri, 29 Apr 2022 18:33:53 +0000

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.

Encore Show: Interview with Founder of Rabbitats Rescue Society on Feral Rabbits and the Ongoing Fight to Save Through Humane Rescue and Micro-Sanctuaries

Leah Thompson — Fri, 15 Apr 2022 14:08:02 +0000

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

A Fortnight of Pre-trial for the Excelsior 4 Activists, plus BSPCA Denies Request for a Peaceful Conversation

Alison Cole — Fri, 08 Apr 2022 16:58:34 +0000

Encore Show: “Meat The Victims Canada” Activists Expose a Modern Pig Farm in Abbotsford, BC

Jen — Fri, 01 Apr 2022 16:29:36 +0000

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.

Save A Spider Day, & Local Social Enterprises Vegan Supply and Friend and Faux

Alison Cole — Fri, 11 Mar 2022 22:15:00 +0000

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.

Encore Show: Joshua Katcher: High Fashion for the Ethical Man

Elyse — Fri, 04 Mar 2022 09:15:50 +0000

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

Encore Show: A Legacy of Local Activism: Don Larson and Elder Veronica on Their 35 Years of Advocacy for Human and Nonhuman Animal Lives in Vancouver’s CRAB Park

Alison Cole — Fri, 25 Feb 2022 12:52:59 +0000

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.

Encore Show: Celebrating Vegan Cuisine Month and Black History Month with Asha Wheeldon of Kula Foods

Elyse — Fri, 18 Feb 2022 16:12:47 +0000

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

Encore Show: Love for Heart Health Month with Leading Cardiologist Dr. Joel Kahn, & Vegan Chocolatier Emma Smith

Alison Cole — Fri, 11 Feb 2022 15:08:00 +0000

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.

Encore Show: Volunteer at a Rabbit Rescue, and Filmmaker Gary Charbonneau Exposes the Pharmaceutical Industry in “The Medical Illusion: A Healthcare in Crisis”

Elyse — Fri, 04 Feb 2022 17:20:25 +0000

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".

Encore Show: Glen Merzer on Saving Both Our Health and Planet by Embracing the Power of Plants

Alison Cole — Fri, 14 Jan 2022 05:39:21 +0000

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".

Encore: Brian Patton, The Sexy Vegan, on Vegan Cooking for the Holidays, and U N I V E R S E O F Á L I

Elyse — Fri, 17 Dec 2021 01:32:25 +0000

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.

COP-26 and Animal Representation in Climate Policy

Grace Wampold — Mon, 06 Dec 2021 02:03:49 +0000

COP26 Interview with Lynn Kavanagh; Jas Joicee, the founder of the Vancouver Chapter for "We The Free"

Drop Naked Chocolates and Pre-Holiday Auction!

Grace Wampold — Mon, 06 Dec 2021 01:23:13 +0000

Interview with creator of Drop Naked Chocolates, Matan Volach; Discussing the movie "Eating Our Way To Extinction"; Oatly’s New Fashion Line; Miyoko’s Creamery Launches a New Ice Cream Flavor in the USA; Online Auctions To Support This Fall

Glen Merzer on Saving Both Our Health and Planet by Embracing the Power of Plants

Alison Cole — Fri, 03 Dec 2021 15:15:00 +0000

Volunteer at a Rabbit Rescue, and Filmmaker Gary Charbonneau Exposes the Pharmaceutical Industry in “The Medical Illusion: A Healthcare in Crisis”

Elyse — Mon, 15 Nov 2021 15:48:00 +0000

Cooking Vegan for the Family with Easy Animal-Free Anna Pippus, and Virchew’s Vegan Dog Food Updates

Alison Cole — Fri, 05 Nov 2021 13:45:00 +0000

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.

Encore Show: The Thanksgiving Episode: Celebrating a Compassionate Holiday, and Turkey Stories from the Happy Herd Sanctuary

Alison Cole — Fri, 08 Oct 2021 08:51:00 +0000

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.

Encore: Songs of Liberation: Music to Inspire Your Advocacy for Animals

Elyse — Fri, 01 Oct 2021 00:47:28 +0000

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

The Killing of the Coyotes in Stanley Park, and Calling for Wildlife Care, Not Cull

Alison Cole — Fri, 17 Sep 2021 18:38:52 +0000

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

Encore Show: Japan Dolphins Day: The Connections Between Vancouver Aquarium’s Dolphins and Japan, plus Vegan Nutritionist Nikki Hurst

Alison Cole — Fri, 27 Aug 2021 18:08:19 +0000

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!

Encore: Celebrating International Sloth Day with Sloth Expert Rebecca Cliffe, plus 13-Year-Old Sir Darius Brown on Making Bow Ties for Shelter Animals

Elyse — Fri, 20 Aug 2021 10:00:32 +0000

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.

Encore Show: Cooking Fun and Healthy Vegan Meals with Dreena Burton in her “Kind Kitchen”; plus, Newest (& Shocking) Updates on the Vancouver Aquarium, with David Isbister

Alison Cole — Fri, 13 Aug 2021 17:29:02 +0000

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

Encore Show: A Celebration of Vegan Meats and Entrepreneurism: Seth Tibbott of The Tofurky Company, and James Davison and Mitchell Scott of The Very Good Butchers

Alison Cole — Fri, 06 Aug 2021 07:06:00 +0000

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!

Encore: Violist Tony Kastelic on Vegan Classical Musician Life and a Revolutionary New Animal-Friendly Bow Hair

Elyse — Fri, 23 Jul 2021 17:47:00 +0000

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.

Helping Companion Animals in Vulnerable Communities, with the Vancouver Humane Society; plus, Superbugs in Our Waterways, with World Animal Protection Canada

Alison Cole — Fri, 16 Jul 2021 18:53:08 +0000

Encore Show: Appreciation for our Avian Friends: Jacko the African Grey Parrot, and his human companion Adrianne Gauthier

Alison Cole — Fri, 18 Jun 2021 07:00:54 +0000

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!

Cooking Fun and Healthy Vegan Meals with Dreena Burton in her “Kind Kitchen”; plus, Newest (& Shocking) Updates on the Vancouver Aquarium, with David Isbister

Alison Cole — Fri, 14 May 2021 14:29:00 +0000

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

International Respect For Chickens Day: a Chicken Chat with Karen Davis, discussing pronouns used for animals in mainstream media

Grace Wampold — Fri, 30 Apr 2021 14:02:17 +0000

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.

Raccoons, Birds, and Big Cats in our Neighborhood: Human Relationships With Animals

Grace Wampold — Fri, 23 Apr 2021 19:14:30 +0000

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.

Encore: The Earth Day Show: The Restore-Our-Planet Diet, and Eating Earth

Alison Cole — Sat, 17 Apr 2021 05:19:40 +0000

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.

The Return of the Cicada: looking 17 years ahead

Grace Wampold — Fri, 09 Apr 2021 08:06:00 +0000

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

Encore Show: Behind the Lines of Slaughter, in an Age of Animal Transmitted Disease, with Justin Reineke

Alison Cole — Fri, 19 Mar 2021 19:08:49 +0000

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

Encore show: International Women’s Day: Uncovering the Connections Between Feminism and Animal Rights, with Carol J. Adams

Alison Cole — Fri, 05 Mar 2021 11:57:13 +0000

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.

Encore Show: Love for Heart Month with Leading Cardiologist Dr. Joel Kahn, & Vegan Chocolatier Emma Smith

Alison Cole — Fri, 26 Feb 2021 13:59:42 +0000

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.

How We Can Promote Change in Support of Wildlife; Coyotes, Whales, and US

Grace Wampold — Thu, 18 Feb 2021 21:22:00 +0000

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 wildlife

Veguary: Brenda Sanders on Afro-Vegan Society’s Exciting New Campaign

Elyse — Sat, 06 Feb 2021 05:52:48 +0000

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.

Encore Show: Celebrating Vegan Cuisine Month and Black History Month with Asha Wheeldon of Kula Foods

Elyse — Fri, 29 Jan 2021 06:32:08 +0000

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

Growing Activism in 2021: Animal Justice Academy, and Veganuary

Grace Wampold — Sat, 23 Jan 2021 19:17:42 +0000

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.

Penguin Awareness Day: “Penguin Lady” Dyan deNapoli on Reasons to Love (and Save) These Amazing Birds

Elyse — Sat, 16 Jan 2021 04:58:00 +0000

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

Investing in Veganism for 2021, with Jasmin Singer, author of “The VegNews Guide for Being a Fabulous Vegan”, and Mark Perlmutter, founder of The Vegan Investing Club

Alison Cole — Fri, 08 Jan 2021 02:14:06 +0000

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"!

So Long 2020: A Look Back and A Leap Forward

Grace Wampold — Fri, 01 Jan 2021 22:50:00 +0000

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.

Sweet Treats This Holiday Season; Sprinkles of cheer through baked goods and Mitzvahs!

Grace Wampold — Sat, 19 Dec 2020 06:00:00 +0000

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.

Celebrating a Safe and Scrumptious Vegan Holiday with Audrey Dunham, and Ryan Shepard, The Vegan Rhino

Alison Cole — Fri, 11 Dec 2020 21:32:21 +0000

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

Feeding our Souls With Simply Delish: Stories of community and learning to live more inclusively

Asami Hitohara — Fri, 20 Nov 2020 20:05:00 +0000

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 purchase

World Vegan Month, with Sandra Nomoto, and Helping Women and Companion Animals in Crisis, with Amy Morris of the Vancouver Humane Society

Alison Cole — Fri, 13 Nov 2020 22:04:00 +0000

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.

A New Documentary About the Killing of Regan Russell, plus World Numbat Day and Updates on the Excelsior 4

Elyse — Sun, 08 Nov 2020 02:09:56 +0000

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.

World Vegan Day: Discussing the Legal Rights of Animals

Asami Hitohara — Sat, 31 Oct 2020 06:33:00 +0000

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.

Celebrating International Sloth Day with Sloth Expert Rebecca Cliffe, plus 13-Year-Old Sir Darius Brown on Making Bow Ties for Shelter Animals

Elyse — Sat, 17 Oct 2020 04:12:04 +0000

Encore show: Indigenous Peoples Day – Sierra Tasi Baker on Indigenous Veganism and Finding Balance with the Natural World

Elyse — Sat, 10 Oct 2020 00:04:00 +0000

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.

World Day for Farmed Animals: Exploring Queer Love in Animals and Getting A Taste for Local Plant-Based Charcuterie

Grace Wampold — Fri, 02 Oct 2020 20:06:00 +0000

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.

Humane Education for K-12 with Teachkind’s Lisbet Chiriboga, and “Wolf Walk” at the Vancouver International Film Festival

Alison Cole — Fri, 25 Sep 2020 13:41:00 +0000

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.

Ren Hurst on Honoring Consent with Horses and Other Animals and Undomesticating Our Lives, Linda Bakker of Wildlife Rescue Association on Effects of Wildfires on Birds

Leah Thompson — Fri, 18 Sep 2020 19:01:28 +0000

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.

The Abbotsford Pig Trial with Criminally-Charged Activist Amy Soranno, and A Message for Miley Cyrus from Dr. Matthew Nagra

Alison Cole — Fri, 11 Sep 2020 20:35:26 +0000

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.

A Legacy of Local Activism: Don Larson and Elder Veronica on Their 35 Years of Advocacy for Human and Nonhuman Animal Lives in Vancouver’s CRAB Park

Leah Thompson — Sat, 05 Sep 2020 05:01:00 +0000

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.

Plant-Based Cheese Maker Stephanos Liapis of Pulse Kitchen, and Peter Fricker of Vancouver Humane Society on Banning Horse-Drawn Trolleys in Stanley Park

Alison Cole — Thu, 27 Aug 2020 11:07:19 +0000

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.

Homeless Animal Awareness Day; Urgent Interview with Founder of Rabbitats Rescue Society on Feral Rabbits and the Ongoing Fight to Save Through Humane Rescue and Micro-Sanctuaries

Leah Thompson — Sat, 15 Aug 2020 01:29:23 +0000

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

End The Global Wildlife Trade: for World Elephant Day, and at the Greater Vancouver Zoo

Alison Cole — Fri, 07 Aug 2020 09:06:26 +0000

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.

Children’s Books and Parenting from a Vegan Perspective: Abioseh the Vegan Poet on his Unique Book, “I am Not Food,” Addy Rivera Sonda on Illustrating New Book, “Junebug: No Life Too Small,” and Jen Rivera Bell on her Passion for Indigenous Vegan Motherhood

Leah Thompson — Fri, 31 Jul 2020 21:37:02 +0000

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.

A Celebration of Vegan Meats and Entrepreneurism: Seth Tibbott of The Tofurky Company, and James Davison and Mitchell Scott of The Very Good Butchers

April LaFleur — Thu, 23 Jul 2020 11:34:23 +0000

International Ice Cream Day: Katherine Backman of Nora’s Plant Based on How Veganism Brought Passion to Her Work, and Christy Cunanan of Cheeri Cheeri on Connecting with People Through Filipinx Vegan Ice Cream

Asami Hitohara — Fri, 17 Jul 2020 17:00:00 +0000

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.

Writer Paradox Delilah on Her Eye-Opening Science Fiction Novel, “The Race,” and Aph Ko on Speciesism as an Extension of White Supremacy

Asami Hitohara — Fri, 03 Jul 2020 20:00:23 +0000

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.

Jasmine Leyva of The Invisible Vegan on Filmmaking in Social Justice and Wellness Movements, and Animal Justice Lawyer Camille Labchuk on the Recent Agricultural Gag Bill 156 Passing in Ontario

Asami Hitohara — Fri, 26 Jun 2020 23:44:00 +0000

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.

Aisha Robinson of Five Loaves Atlanta: Feeding the Hungry with Nourishing Vegan Food

Elyse — Sat, 13 Jun 2020 02:34:01 +0000

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.

World Oceans Day Show: Professor and Researcher Dr. Kristin Walker on Compassionate Conservation, and the Human Disruptions and Impacts on Sea Lions

Asami Hitohara — Fri, 05 Jun 2020 09:09:00 +0000

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

Songs of Liberation: Music to Inspire Your Advocacy for Animals

Elyse — Sat, 30 May 2020 00:22:00 +0000

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

Farmed Animal Depopulations and Worker Violations During COVID-19, with Rachel McCrystal of Woodstock Farm Sanctuary, and Meet the Clean Meat Future

April LaFleur — Fri, 22 May 2020 11:15:00 +0000

International Respect for Chickens Month: Review of Stop Motion Film Chicken Run and Encore Interview of Dr. Lori Marino on Chicken Intelligence

Elyse — Fri, 15 May 2020 22:08:00 +0000

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.

Encore Show: Kim Sturla, Animal Place Sanctuary; & A Mother’s Love: The Bond Between Mother Cow and Baby Calf

Alison Cole — Fri, 08 May 2020 07:59:00 +0000

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.

Healing our Planet Amidst a Climate and Pandemic Crisis, with Dr. Sailesh Rao of the Climate Healers, and Opposing a $9.5 Million Bailout for the Vancouver Aquarium with Annelise Sorg

April LaFleur — Fri, 01 May 2020 09:13:00 +0000

Author Christopher Locke on Teaching Compassion for Nonhuman Animals Through Storytelling, and World Day for Laboratory Animals with Dr. Charu Chandrasekera on Alternatives to Animal Testing

Asami Hitohara — Sat, 25 Apr 2020 02:05:00 +0000

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.

Earth Day 2020 Show: Understanding Zoonotic Diseases and the Spread of COVID-19 and Pandemics, with Dr. Aysha Akhtar

April LaFleur — Fri, 17 Apr 2020 18:49:12 +0000

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.

Being Food Resourceful During Pandemic Times: Growing Your Own Produce, and Vegan Pantry Cooking with Brigitte Gemme

Alison Cole — Fri, 03 Apr 2020 21:20:07 +0000

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!

Behind the Lines of Slaughter, in an Age of Animal Transmitted Disease, with Justin Reineke

Alison Cole — Fri, 27 Mar 2020 16:24:46 +0000

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

Veganic Farming Tips from Experts Stephen Hunt and JoVonna Johnson-Cooke

Elyse — Sat, 14 Mar 2020 01:54:41 +0000

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.

Celebrating International Women’s Day with Dr. Corey Wrenn on Intersectional Awareness and Solidarity Across Social Justice Issues, and Amanda Houdeschell of Species Revolution on Speciesist Language and Feminism

Asami Hitohara — Sat, 07 Mar 2020 05:51:00 +0000

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.

pattrice jones on Racist and Colonial History of the Dairy Industry in Vermont, and Amy Davis from L.A. Animal Save on Rescued Mother and Calf from Dairy Farm with Actor and Activist Joaquin Phoenix

Asami Hitohara — Sat, 29 Feb 2020 05:51:00 +0000

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.

Celebrating Vegan Cuisine Month and Black History Month with Asha Wheeldon of Kula Foods

Elyse — Sat, 22 Feb 2020 04:33:00 +0000

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

Love for Heart Month with Leading Cardiologist Dr. Joel Kahn, & Vegan Chocolatier Emma Smith

Alison Cole — Fri, 14 Feb 2020 11:14:00 +0000

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.

Strategy in the Animal Rights Movement and the Canada Goose Pressure Campaign with Darren Chang

Asami Hitohara — Fri, 07 Feb 2020 20:00:00 +0000

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.

Exclusive Interview with DxE Brighton Activist on Exposure of Hoads Farm Cruelty

Alison Cole — Fri, 31 Jan 2020 08:00:00 +0000

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.

Veganuary Inspiration Featuring Interviews with Dr. Neal Barnard on Plant-Based Nutrition as Healing and Personal Trainer Karina Inkster on Plant-Powered Fitness

Asami Hitohara — Fri, 17 Jan 2020 20:53:00 +0000

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.

“The Animal People” film with former SHAC7 member Jake Conroy, plus The Failings of the Greater Vancouver Zoo, with Vancouver Humane Society’s Peter Fricker

Elyse — Fri, 10 Jan 2020 16:08:15 +0000

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.

New Year’s Show: Resources for Going Vegan in 2020

Elyse — Sat, 04 Jan 2020 07:38:24 +0000

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.

Encore show: Indigenous Peoples Day – Sierra Tasi Baker on Indigenous Veganism and Finding Balance with the Natural World

Elyse — Thu, 26 Dec 2019 23:33:52 +0000

Orangutan Jungle School: Dr. Anne Russon on Rescuing and Rehabilitating Orphaned Orangutans

Elyse — Sat, 21 Dec 2019 06:13:17 +0000

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.