In this episode of The Hen Report, Jasmin and Mariann reflect on the peculiar psychology behind our collective blind spots to animal suffering, inspired by a thought-provoking Carl Sagan quote about the painful process of acknowledging when we’ve been “bamboozled.” From unexpected wildlife encounters to groundbreaking animal testing reforms, the duo navigates the latest developments in animal rights with their signature blend of wit and wisdom, celebrating progress while confronting the uncomfortable truths about our relationship with animals.

This episode explores:

• How Carl Sagan’s insights about “the bamboozle” perfectly explain why otherwise compassionate people continue consuming animal products despite knowing the suffering involved
• Exciting progress in the UK’s ambitious £75 million plan to completely phase out animal testing, signaling a major shift in scientific practices
• The effectiveness of wildlife overpasses in Utah, which have reduced animal-vehicle collisions by up to 77% and demonstrate how animals intelligently adapt to human infrastructure
• Jeff Goldblum’s recent decision to stop eating meat after working on “Wicked,” highlighting the film’s often-overlooked animal rights themes

RESOURCES

• • • Most Americans Think Schools Should Offer Plant-Based Meals And Milk
    • Wildlife Overpass in Utah Drastically Lowers Collisions with Nonhuman Animals
    • UK Sets Deadline to Phase Out Animal Testing
    • Major Animal Welfare Charities Disassociate from Controversial US “Humane” Meat Label Scheme
    • ‘It’s changed me’: Jeff Goldblum says he has stopped eating meat after working on Wicked
    • The Runaway Monkeys Upending the Animal-Rights Movement
    • Proposal to ban Central Park horse carriages voted down by key NYC council committee
    • Support Jonina’s Cancer Treatment Journey

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