In this special year-end episode, Jasmin and Mariann reflect on Our Hen House’s journey through 2024 while looking ahead to 2025. From discussing standout interviews and emerging food technology to examining media coverage of animal issues, our hosts provide their unique perspectives on the state of animal advocacy. Their candid conversation balances hope with realism, offering insights into how activists maintain resilience while working toward progress.

Key Discussion Points:

• Memorable guest interviews from 2024, including sanctuary founders and whistleblowers

• Analysis of cultivated meat developments and state restrictions

• Media coverage of animal agriculture and food innovation

• The growing impact of local animal advocacy initiatives

• Reflections on maintaining activist energy and hope

To Our Amazing Listeners:

As we wrap up another year of changing the world for animals, thank you for being part of these crucial conversations. Your engagement and support help keep these important discussions going.

RESOURCES

• • Steve Wise remembrance
  • The Goat Conspiracy episode 772
  • Lancaster Farm Sanctuary on episode 767
  • Tom Harris on episode 769
  • Tom Conger on episode 730
  • Patch Plays on episode 744
  • Animal Policy Alliance episode 748
  • Jim Mason on episode 747
  • Animal Law Podcast episode 115
  • Cultivated Meat Is Now Available In Hong Kong
  • US has first severe bird flu case. When should we start to worry?
  • How did Elphaba become wicked? There’s a hidden message people keep missing.
  • King Charles Gives Up Red Meat Following Cancer Diagnosis
  • You’re being lied to about “ultra-processed” foods
  • The Year Dairy Milk Won — or Did It?
  • US animal lab from which monkeys escaped accused of widespread abuse
  • Backyard Breeding is Now Illegal in NYC!
  • Veganuary website
  • Meat-eaters more likely to be disgusted by meat after taking part in Veganuary, study reveals
  • Castillo Animal Vegan Vet
  • Daniela Castillo on episode 720
  • Animal Place website
  • Kim Sturla on episode 154
  • Devil’s Island
  • John Yunker & Midge Raymond on episode 768
  • Pakistan’s International Animal and Environmental Rights Conference
  • Tickets for Pakistan’s 1st International Animal and Environmental Rights Conference

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