A recognized expert and thought leader on the culinary, social, ethical, and practical aspects of living compassionately and healthfully, Colleen Patrick-Goudreau is a bestselling author of seven books and currently writing her 8th. Considered one of the original "influencers" in the vegan / plant-based space for the last 25 years, Colleen is an acclaimed speaker, dedicated animal advocate, and host of vegan trips around the world. She demonstrates that compassionate, healthy living, eating, ...
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Omega-3s: Skip the Fish, Boost Your Brain
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In today's episode, host Colleen Patrick-Goudreau talks all about omega-3s—those essential fats we all need for heart, brain, and overall health. But here's the catch: instead of getting them through fish, which has ethical, environmental, and health concerns, we can go straight to the source: marine plants like algae. Omega-3s aren't included in a…
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Is it Vegan to Wear Second Hand Leather, Wool, or Silk? (Re-Broadcast)
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PRE-ORDER COLLEEN'S NEW BOOK at http://www.joyfulvegan.com/preorder A dilemma a lot of new vegans grapple with is what to do with all the animal-derived products they have from their pre-vegan days — leather shoes, wool sweaters, down-filled pillows, etc. — and a question a lot of people ask is "is it vegan to wear / buy second hand leather, wool, …
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From Cholesterol to Vitamins: The Importance of Blood Work in Monitoring Health and Preventing Disease
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In this episode, Colleen dives into the importance of getting regular blood work to monitor key biomarkers, prevent disease, and assess your overall health—whether you’re vegan or not. She discusses what the optimal numbers are for such biomarkers as LDL, HDL, total cholesterol, iron, B12, and more to get a clear picture of your wellness. Learn why…
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Bread Through the Ages: Ancient, Essential, and Naturally Vegan
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In this episode, Colleen dives into the rich history of bread, exploring its ancient origins, cultural significance, and how it's been a vital, naturally vegan staple across the globe. From the earliest flatbreads baked in ancient civilizations to the diverse leavened breads enjoyed today, we'll uncover why bread has always been more than just food…
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Building a Compassionate Future: A Conversation with Zoe Weil
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Zoe Weil is the co-founder and president of the Institute for Humane Education, a leading organization dedicated to creating a more just, compassionate, and sustainable world through education. As a pioneer in the field of humane education, Zoe has devoted her life to teaching and inspiring people of all ages to make ethical choices that benefit an…
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Shambles: The Animal Origins of the Word
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Ever wondered where the word 'shambles' comes from and how it evolved to describe chaos? In today's Small Bite Sound Bite, host Colleen Patrick-Goudreau unravels the fascinating history of 'shambles'—from its medieval origins in butcher shops to its modern-day meaning as a state of disorder. —————— Join our awesome community and support this podcas…
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Why Do Vegans Impose their Values on their Children?
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In today's Small Bite Sound Bite, host Colleen Patrick-Goudreau tackles the question: Is raising your children vegan an imposition of your values, or a thoughtful choice for their well-being? Join Colleen as she explores the implications of dietary choices on the next generation and the ethics of shaping their food beliefs. —————— Join our awesome …
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The Language of Meat: How the Words We Choose Disguise (or Reveal) What (and Who) We’re Eating
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In this episode of Food for Thought, Colleen Patrick-Goudreau explores the nuances of language surrounding our food choices. She revisits the topic of "The Language of Meat" and unpacks how the words we use can disguise or reveal the true nature of what we consume. From the shift of "meat" from a general term for food to one that refers only to ani…
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Is it Ethical to Drink Cow's Milk if the Cows Aren't Killed?
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In today's Small Bite Sound Bite episode, host Colleen Patrick-Goudreau explores the ethical considerations of drinking cow's milk. While cows aren't killed for their milk, the dairy industry involves complex issues around animal welfare, environmental impact, and the life cycle of dairy cows. Join Colleen as she delves into whether consuming cow's…
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Hey Vegans: It's my Personal Choice to Eat Meat!
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In today's Small Bite Sound Bite, host Colleen Patrick-Goudreau address the assertion that what people eat is a personal choice and that people don’t want to be told what to eat. They see their food choices as being their own personal choice, and they don’t want anyone (i.e. vegans) interfering with their right to choose what to eat or how to live.…
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Animal Lookalikes: How to Tell the Difference Between Commonly Confused Animals
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In this episode, host Colleen Patrick-Goudreau dives into the world of animal lookalikes to help clear up common confusions. She explores how to tell the difference between: Crocodiles vs. Alligators Ravens vs. Crows Bees vs. Wasps Rabbits vs. Hares Turtles vs. Tortoises Frogs vs. Toads Llamas vs. Alpacas Dolphins vs. Porpoises Bison vs. Buffalo ..…
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Despite our best intentions to protect animals, ourselves, and the planet, is "humane meat" really the answer? Tune in to uncover the truth behind the label and discover more compassionate alternatives. —————— Join our awesome community and support this podcast through Patreon or as an Apple Subscriber for bonus material, early access to episodes, …
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When Perfection is the Enemy of the Good
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Just because we can't be perfect doesn't mean we should be indifferent. Imperfection is built into being vegan, because imperfection is built into being human. But just because we can't do everything doesn't mean we shouldn't do anything. —————— Join our awesome community and support this podcast through Patreon or as an Apple Subscriber for bonus …
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Eggs: Cage-Free, Free-Range, and Pasture-Raised
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Curious about what's really behind that carton of eggs? In our latest podcast episode, we dive deep into the hidden truths of the egg industry, unravel the myths around "free-range" eggs, and explore the reality of their living conditions. Plus, we'll tackle the ethical considerations of keeping hens as pets and eating their eggs. Join us as we she…
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Stop Reading the News: Take a 30-Day Media Diet
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FALSEHOOD: Reading the news makes you engaged. TRUTH: Reading the news makes you enraged. If you feel anxiety reading the news, stop reading the news. True engagement is being proactive not reactive, being curious, being thoughtful, being discerning, being contemplative. Listen to this episode to become truly engaged — not enraged — and take a brea…
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Everything You Need to Know about Traveling to Africa: Planning and Preparation
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Why I recommend Rwanda as the first African country to visit if you've never been to this continent. Why South Africa is not one of my favorite places. Why Botswana is the place to go for ethical safaris. What you need to know about food, transportation, visas, vaccines, safety, and weather. All of this and more in today's episode. —————— Join our …
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A Guide to Wine: Sustainable, Organic, Natural, Biodynamic, and Vegan (Rebroadcast)
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What does it mean for a wine to be labeled "SUSTAINABLE," "ORGANIC," "NATURAL," "BIODYNAMIC," or "VEGAN"? Can you be one without the other? What are the most important considerations when buying any agricultural product? This and A LOT MORE on today's episode of Food for Thought. —————— Join our awesome community and support this podcast through Pa…
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I Am Not Evil. I Just Disagree: Divisiveness, Tribalism, and a Call for Compassion
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We are living in a time when group loyalty, ideology, and identity politics are valued more than kindness, reason, critical thinking, and tolerance for another point of view. And it scares the bejesus out of me. Today's episode is (yet another) call for compassion. —————— Join our awesome community and support this podcast through Patreon or as an …
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Today we dive into the surprising history of one of America's favorite condiments and discover the animals hidden in the word ketchup, as well as in the original recipe. I promise not to ruin your taste for this tasty staple, but you may never hear the word ketchup again without thinking of its origins. —————— Join our awesome community and support…
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Stop Bugging Me: Animal Words Buzzing Around
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You pestered your friends and bugged your family until they finally listened to Food for Thought. You nagged your partner to join you on an all-inclusive vegan trip with Colleen Patrick-Goudreau, badgering them to the point of harrassment. After incessant hounding didn't work, you lured them in with the ultimate bait: the best plant-based food on t…
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Beef is Bull: The Environmental Impacts of Meat Labeled Grass-Fed, Sustainable, and Regenerative
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When a vegan restaurant announced they were going to start serving beef, bison, chicken, and eggs, because they believed regenerative animal agriculture and not plant-based eating would reverse climate change, I knew I had to bump this topic up to the top of the queue. Join the conversation in my LIVESTREAM on Monday, April 29th, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. …
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We made history running the very first vegan group trip to Japan, and it was a huge success. While Buddhism-inspired vegetarianism has been part of the Japanese culture since around the 6th and 7th centuries, "veganism" as a concept is very new. In this first episode, I provide a frame through which to understand the challenges and the threads of e…
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Pretzels Were Made for Vegans: The History of the Holy Knot
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The history of the delicious, soft, pillowy pretzel goes back hundreds of years and demonstrates once again that we have more food traditions that reflect abstaining from animal products than indulging in them. Take a listen to the Medieval origins of this food, how it saved a city, and why it's associated with Easter. —————— Don't forget to suppor…
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Herbs and Spices: Everything You Ever Wanted to Know But Didn't Know to Ask
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How do you store spices? How long do dried herbs keep? Can you freeze fresh herbs? How do you infuse oil, water, or vinegar with fresh herbs? What are the health benefits? How do you substitute one spice for another? When do you use fresh vs. dried. These are just SOME of the questions host Colleen Patrick-Goudreau tackles in today's episode. —————…
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In today's episode, host Colleen Patrick-Goudreau talks about the joys and benefits of having a morning routine, which — ironically, perhaps — begins at night! —————— Don't forget to support this podcast through Patreon or as an Apple Subscriber for bonus material, early access to episodes, and other perks, depending on the option you choose. Try R…
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Aphrodisiac Foods and Love Potions (Valentine's Day Special)
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Derived from the name of the Goddess of Love, Aphrodite, aphrodisiac foods and beverages are said to have qualities that provide amorous inspiration for bewitching and beguiling your beloved. In this episode, I cover them all — for Valentine's Day or any romantic occasion. Resources for living compassionately and healthfully at joyfulvegan.com, inc…
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Zero Waste Living: Triumphs and Failures
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Aspiring to live sustainably has its challenges as well as its triumphs. —————— Support this podcast today at JoyfulVegan.com/Donate Visit my website: JoyfulVegan.com Join me on an all-inclusive vegan trip: JoyfulVeganTrips.com AFFILIATE PARTNERS: Nama Juicer — Use this link and coupon code COLLEEN20 and get 20% off my favorite juicer. Plaine Produ…
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Ethical Tourism: Avoiding Animal Cruelty When Traveling (Rebroadcast)
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A desire to be close to animals compels us to seek out ways to interact with them, but unscrupulous agents and lack of awareness can also lead to us supporting animal cruelty and exploitation. Listen to today's episode about the tourist attractions and travel activities that may be harmful to animals when traveling to Thailand in particular or anyw…
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Stop Doom-Scrolling and Start Joy-Browsing: Good News for Animals from 2023
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WARNING: This podcast episode contains only good news! Despite the tragedies of 2023, there were also numerous reasons to celebrate. And I’m here to share some with you, especially as they relate to animals and nature. So, stop doom-scrolling and start joy-browsing as we explore some good-news stories from this past year. The term "doomscrolling" w…
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It Would Be So Much Easier to Not Care (But Here's Why I Still Do)
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In this end-of-year episode, I reflect on how much easier it would be to not care — to choose convenience over compassion, to get what we want when we want it without having to think about the effects of our choices. I also share why I continue to make the choices I do, 24 years later. —————— Support this podcast today at JoyfulVegan.com/Donate Vis…
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Forbidden Meat: Fasting and Abstinence During Advent (rebroadcast)
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Abstaining from meat, dairy, and eggs during religious holidays has been a tradition for centuries in many religions. In Christianity, for example, during Lent (40 days prior to Easter) and Advent (40 days prior to Christmas), Christans were once forbidden to consume ANY animal flesh as well as as dairy, cheese, and eggs. In today's episode, we exp…
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Jewish Cuisine: Celebrating Diversity, Continuity, and Resiliency
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On the one hand, "Jewish cuisine" or "Jewish food" is difficult to define, because it is influenced by the foods in the many countries where Jews have emigrated to, and it's as diverse and adaptive as the Jewish people themselves. On the other hand, there is indeed something we can call "Jewish food," characterized by a rich tapestry of flavors, in…
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2,500 Years Vegan: An Ancient Call to Compassion
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Many people think of “veganism” as a new reactionary trend against what we call factory farming, but for centuries, men and women have been thinking about, writing about, and expressing distress over the violence inherent in killing animals for human use and consumption. My personal veganism is part of a long continuum of men and women – from ancie…
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Magnanimity: How to Live with Greatness of Spirit
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In today's (as always ad-free) podcast episode, your host Colleen Patrick-Goudreau explores the profound concept of magnanimity and its application to everyday living, drawing inspiration from the teachings of Aristotle and Thomas Aquinas. Delving into the philosophical roots of magnanimity, we unravel its significance in fostering personal growth,…
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Rescue Mission: Save a Book, Help an Animal, Empower a Human
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If you can help, please purchase The 30-Day Vegan Challenge at https://bit.ly/47q1TMr or reach out to support@joyfulvegan.com to buy 100 or more to donate. —————— Support this podcast today at JoyfulVegan.com/Donate Visit my website: JoyfulVegan.com Join me on an all-inclusive vegan trip: JoyfulVeganTrips.com AFFILIATE PARTNERS: Nama Juicer — Use t…
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Black Cats and Halloween: The History Behind the Superstition
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Why are certain animals synonymous with Halloween — bats, rats, owls, spiders, ravens, crows, toads, wolves, and...black cats? Why are black cats associated with witches? Did Pope Gregory IX issue a papal bull during the 13th century that called for the mass extermination of black cats? What’s the history behind all of this, and what does it mean f…
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Halloween and Plant-Based Food Traditions
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In this Halloween-themed podcast episode, we delve into the origins of All Hallow's Eve and the rich tapestry of traditions that surround this enchanting holiday. Join your host, Colleen Patrick-Goudreau as she uncovers the deep connections between Halloween and plant-based foods — from pumpkin carving and apple bobbing to yet another meat-free Chr…
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"Is veganism healthy? Is veganism not healthy?" These are very difficult questions to answer, because there is a huge spectrum of how to eat when you eliminate meat, dairy, and eggs. —————— Support this podcast today at JoyfulVegan.com/Donate Visit my website: JoyfulVegan.com Join me on an all-inclusive vegan trip: JoyfulVeganTrips.com AFFILIATE PA…
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I tried being vegan, but I craved meat.
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Here is my solution for this very common experience. —————— Support this podcast today at JoyfulVegan.com/Donate Visit my website: JoyfulVegan.com Join me on an all-inclusive vegan trip: JoyfulVeganTrips.com AFFILIATE PARTNERS: Nama Juicer — Use this link and coupon code COLLEEN10 and get 10% off my favorite juicer. Plaine Products — Use this link …
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Listen to today's episode about my answer to this very subjective and personal question. —————— Support this podcast today at JoyfulVegan.com/Donate Visit my website: JoyfulVegan.com Join me on an all-inclusive vegan trip: JoyfulVeganTrips.com AFFILIATE PARTNERS: Nama Juicer — Use this link and coupon code COLLEEN10 and get 10% off my favorite juic…
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How to increase vegan options in restaurants
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Based on years of research, it's clear that there are strategies restaurants can implement to successfully sell plant-based menu items to the general public. Vegans can help make this happen, but they have to forego their desire to have their own special menu. Listen to this longer small bite sound bite for ways to effectively advocate to restauran…
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Cows have to be milked, or they would get sick and die
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When the udders of cows become filled with milk, the natural response is to express the milk, which the offspring would take care of in nature by nursing. If this milk is not expressed, then the udders may become engorged, they may swell, and they may throb. All that is true. Here's what's not true. —————— Support this podcast today at JoyfulVegan.…
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Vegan and Plant-Based in Bordeaux, France
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It's no secret that food in France is overwhlemingly animal-based, but more than ever, vegans are having an easier time finding plant-based foods, restaurants, and snacks. Especially in the cities. Join me on a journey to Bordeaux for tips, tricks, and suggestions for staying a joyful vegan in this historic city. —————— Support this podcast today a…
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If everyone stopped eating chickens, cows, and pigs, they’d go extinct
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Is that what you want, vegetarians and vegans? You don’t care if these animals go extinct? Listen to today's small bite sound bite for more. —————— Support this podcast today at JoyfulVegan.com/Donate Visit my website: JoyfulVegan.com Join me on an all-inclusive vegan trip: JoyfulVeganTrips.com AFFILIATE PARTNERS: Nama Juicer — Use this link and co…
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Why Vegans Become Ex-Vegans (Re-Broadcast)
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Ex-Vegan celebrities and ex-vegan non-celebrities (friends, family members, co-workers) leave vegans feeling disappointed and perplexed. In this episode I address why people stop being vegan in the first place. Is it because: *they lack willpower? *they lack compassion? *you can't get protein and Omega-3s from plants? *because there's nothing to ea…
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Animals were put here for humans to eat.
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A LOT of people argue that we should eat animals because animals were put on this planet for humans to eat! Listen to today's small bite sound bite for more. —————— Support this podcast today at JoyfulVegan.com/Donate Visit my website: JoyfulVegan.com Join me on an all-inclusive vegan trip: JoyfulVeganTrips.com AFFILIATE PARTNERS: Nama Juicer — Use…
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Do you support the Native American practice of praying over the animal you kill?
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When someone asks me, "What about Native Americans who honored the animals they killed by praying over them?" I have to ask, "Which Native Americans are you talking about?" Listen to today's small bite sound bite for more. —————— Support this podcast today at JoyfulVegan.com/Donate Visit my website: JoyfulVegan.com Join me on an all-inclusive vegan…
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When culture and tradition excuse cruelty
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You can't ban cruel products and practices such as bullfighting, foie gras, and shark fin soup! They're part of culture and tradition! Listen to today's small bite sound bite for more. —————— Support this podcast today at JoyfulVegan.com/Donate Visit my website: JoyfulVegan.com Join me on an all-inclusive vegan trip: JoyfulVeganTrips.com AFFILIATE …
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Why don't animal advocates care about humans?
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There’s an assumption that because animal advocates care about animals, they don’t care about humans, as if compassion for one species means lack of compassion for another. Listen to today's small bite sound bite for more. —————— Support this podcast today at JoyfulVegan.com/Donate Visit my website: JoyfulVegan.com Join me on an all-inclusive vegan…
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Public Monuments and Memorials to Animal Advocates — Part Two
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Over the centuries, countless men and women have dedicated their lives to the protection of animals, and their legacy is honored in the form of statues, plaques, fountains, parks, benches, monuments, poems, organizations, stories, and memories. In today's podcast episode, I continue our journey into the stories of remarkable individuals who pioneer…
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