Kindness with Amy

This episode will challenge your biology, your beliefs, and your plate.

In this unapologetically bold episode, we’re joined by 𝐀𝐫𝐣𝐮𝐧 𝐊𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐫 — content creator, author, educator, and outspoken animal rights activist for a no-holds-barred conversation that challenges everything you thought you knew about meat, morality, and modern-day myths. Arjun dives straight into the controversial claim that humans are biologically designed to eat meat, exposing the flaws in mainstream evolutionary theories and explaining why our anatomy, digestion, and thriving on a plant-based or even frugivorous diet point to a very different truth.

We unravel the manipulative influence of the meat and dairy lobbies, revealing how the industries craft misleading narratives to keep consumers addicted and ignorant. Arjun also introduces listeners to “𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐱” a mind-bending parallel to 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐱 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐮𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐡𝐨𝐫𝐫𝐨𝐫𝐬 𝐡𝐢𝐝𝐝𝐞𝐧 𝐛𝐞𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐝 𝐬𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐳𝐞𝐝 𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭 𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐞𝐥𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐚𝐝𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠.

The discussion cuts deeper as we confront the intersection of religion and animal slaughter. Arjun challenges commonly held beliefs about Hinduism being non-vegetarian and poses a soul-stirring question: 𝐖𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐚𝐧𝐲 𝐠𝐨𝐝 𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐥𝐲 𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐨𝐫𝐬𝐞 𝐯𝐢𝐨𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐛𝐞𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬?

The conversation doesn’t shy away from social realities either — from the ridicule vegans face in day-to-day life and the dating scene, to public takedowns of controversial figures like Katie Hopkins, Arjun keeps it raw, real, and incredibly relevant.

Whether you’re a long-time vegan, a curious skeptic, or someone on the fence, this podcast will disrupt your comfort zone — and maybe, your conscience. Buckle up for a deeply thought-provoking, sometimes uncomfortable, but ultimately empowering ride through science, spirituality, and the ethics of what’s on our plate.

Timestamps

00:00 – Trailer

01:27 – Introduction

01:58 – Are humans designed to eat meat?

04:07 – Human brains became big because of meat

06:34 – Meat and dairy industry lobby

10:20 – Exposing the MEATRIX

14:33 – Hindu non-vegetarian meal?

17:00 – Will any god endorse animal slaughtering?

19:09 – Dating as a vegan

24:43 – Non-vegans making fun of vegans

27:07 – Chicken vs vegan alternatives

29:30 – Reacting to Katie Hopkins

31:07 – End

In one of the most groundbreaking episodes yet, 𝘒𝘪𝘯𝘥𝘯𝘦𝘴𝘴 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘈𝘮𝘺 welcomes 𝐃𝐫. 𝐒𝐚𝐧𝐤𝐚𝐥𝐩 𝐉𝐚𝐢𝐧, a leading sexologist and psychosexual therapist, for a no-holds-barred conversation that could change 𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐚 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐤𝐬 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐬𝐞𝐱, 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐬𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠.

We rip the veil off 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐚’𝐬 𝐬𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐜𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐞𝐬 with renowned sexologist Dr. Sankalp Jain. Together, we dive deep into the shocking reality of how hormones are being manipulated through everyday foods especially cow milk laced with oxytocin and how this contributes to erectile dysfunction, infertility, and hormonal imbalances in women. We confront 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐚’𝐬 𝐝𝐚𝐫𝐤 𝐨𝐛𝐬𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐩*𝐫𝐧, unraveling its dangerous links to 𝐝𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐳𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧, 𝐮𝐧𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐞 𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞.

This conversation is not for the faint of heart, it’s a wake-up call. We expose𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐦𝐚 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐨𝐛𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐲 𝐰𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧, how patriarchy subtly controls 𝐬𝐞𝐱𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐝𝐲𝐧𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐜𝐬, and why blaming women’s clothing is not just absurd but deadly. We talk about why older men chase younger women, why marriages often lose their spark, and what it truly takes to satisfy a partner emotionally, mentally, and sexually. Dr. Jain also breaks down the myths around kinks, fetishes, and whether watching porn counts as cheating.

Most importantly, 𝐰𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐬𝐡 𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 83% 𝐨𝐟 𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐝 𝐰𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐚 𝐟𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐬𝐞𝐱𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐚𝐛𝐮𝐬𝐞, 𝐲𝐞𝐭 𝐬𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐫𝐞𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐬. This episode is a loud, unapologetic demand for real sex education, healthier conversations, and freedom from shame. If you're ready to challenge what you’ve been taught about sex, food, relationships, and yourself — press play. This is the episode India needs.

Breaking Nutrition Myths with James Wilks: From Carbs to Kids’ Health

James Wilks elite MMA fighter, renowned trainer, and creator of The Game Changers joins us for a fearless, fact-packed deep dive into the most controversial topics in nutrition and fitness. From debunking the myth of meat’s superiority to plant protein, to dismantling anti-carb narratives and seed oil hysteria, James brings the same sharp intensity he’s known for in the ring.

He takes on viral misinformation, confronts critiques of The Game Changers, and challenges dangerous myths—like the claim that a vegan diet is unsafe for kids. With science, clarity, and conviction, this episode cuts through industry-fueled confusion and delivers a masterclass in critical thinking.

Whether you're plant-curious, passionate about performance, or just questioning the noise this is one conversation you don’t want to miss.

In this deeply moving episode, two extraordinary changemakers sit down for a conversation that will stir your soul and awaken your conscience.

We are joined by 𝐑𝐚𝐯𝐞𝐞𝐧𝐚 𝐓𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐨𝐧 — National Award-winning actress, Padma Shri recipient, passionate social activist, and the founder of the Rudra Foundation.

A powerful advocate for women’s empowerment, child welfare, and environmental conservation, she also serves as the Goodwill Wildlife Ambassador of Maharashtra. Alongside her is 𝐒𝐮𝐝𝐡𝐢𝐫 𝐊𝐮𝐝𝐚𝐥𝐤𝐚𝐫 ji, Senior Police Inspector in Mumbai and founder of the PAL Welfare Foundation, whose fearless commitment to animal welfare has made a real impact on the ground.

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐞𝐩𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐝𝐞 𝐛𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐚 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐤 𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐭𝐡: 𝐰𝐞 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐝𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐲𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐌𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐄𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐡, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐬𝐞 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐯𝐨𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐢𝐬 𝐧𝐨𝐰. Raveena speaks from the heart about the damage we are causing and the kind of world we’re leaving for future generations. Her conviction is unwavering — real change begins with awareness, and silence is no longer an option.When Sudhir ji joins the conversation, it becomes even more powerful. Together, they 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐡𝐲𝐩𝐨𝐜𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐲 𝐬𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐭𝐲 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐮𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 — 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐛𝐞𝐭𝐰𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐥𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐬𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐥𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐬.They share their personal journeys of giving up meat, despite the cultural pressures, and challenge the common justifications people give for continuing to consume animals.The discussion flows into the undeniable benefits of choosing a cruelty-free lifestyle — for our health, for animals, and for the planet. They emphasize the urgent need to educate people, especially children, and instill compassion from a young age. They call on parents to lead by example, to raise children who understand kindness and responsibility.Sudhir ji brings a practical and empowering perspective, 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐰𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐥𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐥 𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐳𝐞𝐧𝐬 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐲 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐜𝐫𝐮𝐞𝐥𝐭𝐲. The law, he reminds us, is on the side of the innocent — and can be used as a powerful tool to hold abusers accountable. They also shed light on how to safely confront cruelty and stand up for animals without endangering yourself.Raveena shares deeply emotional rescue stories that reveal the pain and resilience of animals, and the courage it takes to stand up for them. Together, they touch on the often-unspoken struggles faced by pet parents and rescuers — the judgement, the harassment, the lack of support — and how society must evolve to protect those who protect others.As the conversation nears its end, both guests leave listeners with a powerful message — especially for the youth.

A message of hope, strength, and unshakable belief that change is possible, and that 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐥𝐞 𝐯𝐨𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬.𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐞𝐩𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐝𝐞 𝐢𝐬𝐧’𝐭 𝐣𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐚 𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐮𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧. 𝐈𝐭’𝐬 𝐚 𝐦𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭. 𝐈𝐭’𝐬 𝐚 𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐭𝐨 𝐛𝐞 𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐯𝐞𝐫, 𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐥𝐨𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐫 — 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐥𝐬, 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐞𝐭, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡 𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫.

🎧 𝐓𝐮𝐧𝐞 𝐢𝐧. 𝐅𝐞𝐞𝐥 𝐢𝐭. 𝐀𝐧𝐝 𝐥𝐞𝐭 𝐢𝐭 𝐝𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐭𝐨 𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧

On this episode of Kindness With Amy, I speak to Gauri Maulekhi, who is an Indian animal rights activist and environmentalist known for her work in advocating for stronger animal protection laws in India. She is a Trustee at People For Animals India (PFA), one of India’s largest animal welfare organizations, and a key figure in driving legal and policy reforms for animal rights.

𝗡𝗼𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗯𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀:

𝗕𝗮𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗜𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗹 𝗔𝗻𝗶𝗺𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝗮𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲: She played a crucial role in securing a Supreme Court ruling against the illegal transportation and slaughter of animals during religious festivals, particularly in Uttarakhand and other northern states.

𝗥𝗲𝗴𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗔𝗻𝗶𝗺𝗮𝗹 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗲: She has worked extensively to improve regulations surrounding the treatment of animals in slaughterhouses, live markets, and transport.

𝗣𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰𝘆 𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗰𝘆: She has been instrumental in influencing government policies on animal welfare, including stricter enforcement of laws related to the protection of animals in captivity, factory farming, and testing.

She has been recognized for her fearless activism, often taking legal routes to push for systemic change.

Learn more about the ahimsa fellowship: https://ahimsafellowship.org/

Ghazipur Wet Market Investigation: https://youtu.be/JjQuAKf6E1o?si=WtUBDa7PokAaBLq1

Amy of Kindness with Amy, speaks with UK Board Certified Dog Nutritionist, Claire - about misconceptions around dogs diets. 🎙️ Meet Claire Lucie – The Expert Revolutionizing Canine NutritionClaire Lucie is a globally recognized, CMA-registered canine nutritionist, award-nominated entrepreneur, and international speaker specializing in science-backed, plant-based diets for dogs. With clients in 65+ countries, Claire has helped thousands of dog parents transition their pets to fresh, anti-inflammatory diets to prevent disease, improve longevity, and enhance overall well-being.As the founder of Blacky’s Kitchen, Yuska Company, and Claire The Dog Nutritionist, Claire has dedicated her career to exposing the shocking realities of the pet food industry and providing evidence-based solutions for canine health. She has spent years analyzing over 1,000 scientific papers on the connection between diet and disease in dogs, making her one of the leading voices in plant-based canine nutrition.In this episode, Claire breaks down:

✔️ The hidden truth about commercial pet food

🛑✔️ Why most kibble is ultra-processed junk food

🤯✔️ The science behind plant-based diets for dogs

🌱✔️ How to transition your dog to a fresh, nutrient-dense diet 🐾Tune in for a fact-based, eye-opening conversation on how diet impacts canine health, disease prevention, animal welfare, and sustainability—and why everything you thought you knew about feeding dogs is about to change.📢 Don’t miss this episode—it could add years to your dog’s life!

Join Kindness with Amy on an illuminating discussion about health and wellness with Neha Ranglani, who is an integrative nutritionist and health coach based in Mumbai, India, with over 16 years of experience in the field.

She began her journey in 2008 after earning a degree in Home Science with a major in Dietetics. Throughout her career, Neha has assisted more than 20,000 individuals worldwide in achieving health independence by addressing various health concerns such as obesity, diabetes, thyroid disorders, PCOS, and infertility through natural and sustainable methods. Neha's approach to health emphasizes the body's innate ability to heal itself when provided with the right nutrition, thoughts, emotions, and actions. She integrates various aspects of a person's life, including relationships, career, joy, spirituality, environment, activity, sleep, and stress, to offer personalized and holistic health coaching. In addition to her coaching practice, Neha is a prolific author, having written three books in her "Reboot" series within a span of three years. She is also an active educator, conducting workshops and seminars in schools, colleges, corporates, and women's organizations to disseminate authentic health information. Her contributions have been featured in reputable magazines and publications, including Vogue and Grazia. Neha maintains an active online presence, sharing insights and engaging with a broader audience through her YouTube channel.Her dedication to promoting health and wellness has been recognized with several awards and honours, including the IFBA 2022 Health and Wellness Category award and the SHAKTI AWARD 2023.

Renowned Australian philosopher 𝐏𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐒𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐫, the author of the groundbreaking 𝐀𝐧𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐥 𝐥𝐢𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 and a pioneer in applied ethics, sits down with Amy for an eye-opening and thought-provoking discussion. Singer’s work has profoundly influenced the global conversation on 𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐥 𝐫𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬, 𝐩𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐲 𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠. His initiatives, such as the non-profit organization "𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐋𝐢𝐟𝐞 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐂𝐚𝐧 𝐒𝐚𝐯𝐞," have encouraged millions to take meaningful action to alleviate suffering and make a positive impact. From his early shift from law to philosophy to becoming one of the most influential voices in 𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐞, Singer’s career reflects his unwavering commitment to 𝐩𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲.In this candid conversation, Singer delves into some of the most pressing and controversial topics of our time. He shares his thoughts on the use of pronouns, exploring the balance between courtesy and personal strain in navigating identity. The discussion moves into the 𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐜𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐬𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐥𝐲 𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐧𝐟𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐬, where Singer advocates for decisions rooted in practical outcomes rather than rigid absolutes. Reflecting on 𝐚𝐮𝐭𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐦𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐢𝐜𝐞, he opens up about assisted dying legislation in Australia and the deeply personal stories tied to it. Singer also critiques 𝐬𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐞𝐮𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐚, 𝐩𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐡𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐧 𝐬𝐮𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐬 𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐝𝐢𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐥𝐲 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐥𝐬. He further examines 𝐞𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐢𝐬𝐦, arguing that earning more money can sometimes achieve greater good than traditional career paths in activism or medicine. The podcast also tackles controversial issues surrounding 𝐟𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐝𝐨𝐦 𝐨𝐟 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧, 𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐲, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐬𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐭𝐲’𝐬 𝐞𝐯𝐨𝐥𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐟𝐥𝐮𝐢𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐲. Singer confronts these debates with a commitment to honesty and reason, raising profound questions about the boundaries of 𝐬𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐚𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞. This conversation is more than an intellectual exploration—it is a call to reflect on our values, challenge societal norms, and engage with ethical questions that shape the future of humanity. Watch this powerful episode to see the world through a lens that dares to 𝐪𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧, 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐨𝐤𝐞, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞.

In this episode, we are joined by Shreya Swaminath, the dedicated Director of Farmed Animal Protection at Humane Society International, India. With an unwavering passion for animal welfare and sustainable development, she has been instrumental in driving initiatives that bridge compassion, innovation, and policy reform. From championing farmed animal rights to introducing plant-based alternatives through the Humane Entrepreneurship initiative, her work is transforming the way we view and interact with animals and the environment. We dive into pressing topics such as the environmental toll of animal agriculture, the challenges of transitioning cultural traditions toward sustainability, and the systemic changes needed to empower both animals and humans. Discussions explore practical steps for reducing individual environmental impact, the role of businesses in fostering change, and how policy reform can accelerate progress toward a kinder, more sustainable future. This conversation underscores the importance of understanding the interconnectedness of our choices and their impact on the planet. Whether you are curious about the benefits of plant-based living, interested in systemic solutions for animal welfare, or simply looking to be inspired, this podcast is a must-listen. Tune in for actionable insights and a vision for a better tomorrow.To learn more about Veganuary: https://veganuary.com/en-in/To learn more about HSI's entrepreneur program: https://humaneentrepreneurs.org/

DEEP insights into the environment with Dr.Sailesh Rao 🅥 who has four decades of professional experience and is the Founder and Executive Director of Climate Healers, a non-profit dedicated towards healing the Earth’s climate. We are joined by a LIVE audience, who were invited to ask questions to a climate expert. We hope you enjoy this episode!About Dr. Sailesh RaoHe is deeply immersed, full time, in solving the environmental crises affecting humanity. Dr. Rao is the author of four books, Carbon Dharma: The Occupation of Butterflies, Carbon Yoga: The Vegan Metamorphosis, Animal Agriculture is Immoral and The Pinky Promise, and an Executive Producer of several documentaries, The Human Experiment (2013), Cowspiracy: The Sustainability Secret (2014), What The Health (2017), A Prayer for Compassion (2019), They’re Trying to Kill Us (2021), The End of Medicine (2022), The Land of Ahimsa (2022), Animals – A Parallel History (est. 2024), Milked (2022), Christspiracy (2024) and I Could Never Go Vegan (2024). His work is featured in the award winning film, Countdown to Year Zero produced by Jane Velez-Mitchell and Unchained TV.Dr. Rao was honored with the Karmaveer Puraskaar Global Indian award by the Indian Confederation of NGOs (ICONGO) in 2008, the Shining World Award for Earth Protection from the Supreme Master Ching Hai International Association in 2020 and the Winsome Constance Kindness Medal by the Winsome Constance Kindness Trust in 2022. He was designated a Climate Hero by The Guardian Newspaper in 2023, which recognized him as “a foremost voice on green transition and on the true scale of societal change required to save the planet.” He serves on the Universal Meals Advisory Council of the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine and he served on the Board of Directors of the T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies in 2023.