Vegan Week

"Normally, you'd open up a hen shed door and there'd be 16,000 birds looking at you but to see them all lying dead, just a carpet of dead birds, is quite shocking. As a poultry keeper, it's a horrible shock."

The reality of this chicken farmer's way of life seems to be coming home to roost, but what are the wider implications of this in the vegan & animal rights space? As well as this story, Svenne, Kate & Shane will be discussing several others bits of news that have surfaced in the last 7 days.

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Enough of the Falafel is a community of people who love keeping on top of the latest news in the world of veganism & animal rights. With the Vegan Week podcast, we aim to keep listeners (& ourselves) informed & up-to-date with the latest developments that affect vegans & non-human animals; giving insight, whilst staying balanced; remaining true to our vegan ethics, whilst constantly seeking to grow & develop.  Each week we look through news stories from the past 7 days in the world of veganism & animal rights.  If you spot any news stories that might catch our fancy, or have an idea for a discussion topic, get in touch via [email protected].

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This week's stories:

https://plantbasednews.org/lifestyle/food/eleven-madison-park-serving-foie-gras/

https://www.humaneworld.org/europe/en/news/denmark-pulls-plug-mink-farming

https://www.channelnewsasia.com/asia/dozens-orangutans-saved-indonesia-blazes-6469306

https://programs.wcs.org/newsroom/News-Releases/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/26746/WCS-and-Hershey-Launch-Landmark-Partnership-to-Protect-Forest-and-Endangered-Species-and-Improve-Livelihoods-in-Key-Nigerian-Cocoa-Producing-Area.aspx

https://www.greenpeace.org/aotearoa/press-release/nz-govt-accused-of-acting-as-industry-mouthpiece-after-bid-to-open-deep-sea-coral-hotspot-to-trawling-in-tasman-sea/

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/crpdg235g76no

https://consultations.defra.gov.uk/phasing-out-carbon-dioxide-stunning-of-pigs

https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/business/companies/20261026/korea-to-allow-5-year-pet-ownership-ban-for-serious-animal-abusers

https://www.theguardian.com/food/2026/oct/21/veggie-thursdays-vegan-surprises-ghent-plant-based-paradise

https://plantbasednews.org/lifestyle/health-and-fitness/vegans-vs-meat-eaters-strength-challenge/

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Kate, Svenne & Shane

In this episode Alex and Adam from The Tenmours join Anthony for a conversation about music, activism and how cultural influences can shape the world for the better.

To find out more about The Tenmours & listen to their work, check out the following links:

Latest news: https://www.facebook.com/thetenmours/?locale=en_GB

YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUv2GKzi7Ji1syK5DGGafxQ

Latest Single (Wildfire): https://ditto.fm/wildfire-the-tenmours

To support the band: https://thetenmours.bandcamp.com/

As ever, we love hearing your views on the topics under discussion (or  anything else!) so do drop us your thoughts via [email protected]

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Enough  of the Falafel is a community of people who love keeping on top of the  latest news in the world of veganism & animal rights. With the Vegan  Talk podcast, we aim to develop listeners' (& our own) thoughts  around key issues affecting veganism & the animal rights movement;  giving our opinions, whilst staying balanced; remaining true to our  vegan ethics, whilst constantly seeking to grow & develop.

Each  week we home in on one topic in particular and pick it apart in more  detail. If you have a suggestion for a future show, do get in touch via  [email protected].

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Alex, Adam & Anthony

New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani pledged that his administration would work to ensure workers and owners are protected, and the horses remain safe. The legislation has secured a veto-proof majority with 29 of 51 Council members backing it ahead of a scheduled floor vote on October 22. If passed, the law will implement a phased ban, culminating in a complete prohibition of all horse-drawn carriage operations by June 1, 2028...

As well as this story, Paul, David & Dominic will be discussing several others bits of news that have surfaced in the vegan & animal rights space in the last 7 days.

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Enough of the Falafel is a community of people who love keeping on top of the latest news in the world of veganism & animal rights. With the Vegan Week podcast, we aim to keep listeners (& ourselves) informed & up-to-date with the latest developments that affect vegans & non-human animals; giving insight, whilst staying balanced; remaining true to our vegan ethics, whilst constantly seeking to grow & develop.  Each week we look through news stories from the past 7 days in the world of veganism & animal rights.  If you spot any news stories that might catch our fancy, or have an idea for a discussion topic, get in touch via [email protected].

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This week's stories:

https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/amp/business/companies/20261011/87-of-dog-meat-farms-closed-ahead-of-february-ban

https://www.nytimes.com/2026/10/18/us/kansas-city-cows-crash.html

https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/oct/15/vienna-austria-dog-owners-dilute-pet-urine-trees

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cq398rjewd1jo

https://www.thegrocer.co.uk/news/halt-decline-of-local-uk-abattoirs-government-urged/724911.article

https://karlismyunkle.com/2026/10/18/between-species-viva-and-speciesism-wtf-challenge-the-commodification-of-female-bodies-at-frieze-london/

https://www.eastidahonews.com/2026/10/investigation-underway-after-intruders-break-into-east-idaho-farm-and-set-1500-mink-loose/

https://nypost.com/2026/08/19/us-news/1500-mink-escape-from-oregon-farm-after-fence-is-cut-open/

https://metro.co.uk/2026/10/15/new-york-plans-ban-horse-drawn-carriages-150-years-29707374/

https://www.thegrocer.co.uk/news/tight-meat-and-dairy-supply-expected-to-continue-into-2027/724882.article

https://www.vegansociety.com/news/news/seven-ten-willing-cut-meat-and-dairy-improve-food-security

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Paul, Dominic & David

We're not bashing PETA. We're just wondering; what's with these wacky headlines? Do they work? Do they cheapen the vegan cause? And do we just leave them to it? Anthony & Shane weigh up the pros, the cons and the faux fur plastic warhammer figurines in this episode.

We mention these news articles & campaigns in the discussion, amongst others...

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/newsbeat-38802938

https://www.nbcnews.com/news/world/peta-attacks-nintendo-over-fur-wearing-mario-flna119126

https://www.theguardian.com/stage/2026/feb/14/peta-pork-free-menus-peppa-pig-big-family-show-grimsby

https://www.itv.com/news/granada/2026-03-31/calls-for-eggs-to-be-swapped-for-potatoes-to-modernise-easter-event

https://www.theoldhamtimes.co.uk/news/26429414.peta-wants-vegan-only-black-pudding-bury-championship/

https://www.tivysideadvertiser.co.uk/news/26431787.peta-call-replace-aberaeron-mackerel-fiesta-cabbage/

As ever, we love hearing your views on the topics under discussion (or  anything else!) so do drop us your thoughts via [email protected]

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Enough  of the Falafel is a community of people who love keeping on top of the  latest news in the world of veganism & animal rights. With the Vegan  Talk podcast, we aim to develop listeners' (& our own) thoughts  around key issues affecting veganism & the animal rights movement;  giving our opinions, whilst staying balanced; remaining true to our  vegan ethics, whilst constantly seeking to grow & develop.

Each  week we home in on one topic in particular and pick it apart in more  detail. If you have a suggestion for a future show, do get in touch via  [email protected].

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Shane & Anthony

After receiving a compaint, VIVA have removed posters from London buses with a picture of a pig and the phrase: "Next stop: The Gas Chamber". Was this justified? Did they know this would happen all along? Are there better ways to advocate for pigs? Much to discuss. As well as this story, Svenne, Mark & Shane will be discussing several others bits of news that have surfaced in the vegan & animal rights space in the last 7 days.

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Enough of the Falafel is a community of people who love keeping on top of the latest news in the world of veganism & animal rights. With the Vegan Week podcast, we aim to keep listeners (& ourselves) informed & up-to-date with the latest developments that affect vegans & non-human animals; giving insight, whilst staying balanced; remaining true to our vegan ethics, whilst constantly seeking to grow & develop.  Each week we look through news stories from the past 7 days in the world of veganism & animal rights.  If you spot any news stories that might catch our fancy, or have an idea for a discussion topic, get in touch via [email protected].

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This week's stories:

https://www.nytimes.com/2026/10/10/world/europe/tiger-attack-wildlife-park-man-dead.html?campaign_id=9&emc=edit_nn_20261012&instance_id=183423&nl=the-morning®i_id=132256467&segment_id=227986&user_id=c35e74230858fa3b1856765f41c87aea

https://pressreleasehub.pa.media/article/worlds-longest-animal-welfare-petition-marched-through-london-85968.html

https://jewishvoiceforliberation.org.uk/article/uklfi-at-it-again-this-time-its-the-vegans/

https://www.upworthy.com/queens-brian-may-turned-157-acres-of-private-land-into-a-100000-tree-reserve-and-animal-rescue/

https://www.politico.com/news/2026/10/13/mamdani-menin-horse-drawn-carriages-nyc-01116617

https://viva.org.uk/blog/viva-pig-gassing-bus-adverts-removed-by-transport-for-london/

https://metro.co.uk/2026/10/06/dairy-farmers-hit-drag-swear-cows-gold-standard-farm-29562604/

https://www.theanimalreader.com/2026/10/13/sexual-violence-against-animals-in-india/

https://www.nytimes.com/2026/10/07/business/bass-fishing-college-recruitment.html?unlocked_article_code=1.G1E.Uv91.LcDyRMVAqh-Z&smid=nytcore-ios-share

https://www.theanimalreader.com/2026/10/10/18000-chickens-die-in-fire-at-organic-egg-farm-in-the-netherlands/

https://www.theguardian.com/food/2026/oct/06/rspca-vice-president-quits-chicken-welfare-standards?CMP=Share_iOSApp_Other

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Svenne, Mark & Shane

Many non-vegans would strongly agree with this question; but might there be an argument from vegans themselves, that sometimes the best animal advocacy involves silence from ourselves? Exploring the sound of silence in this episode are Dominic, David & Richard

As ever, we love hearing your views on the topics under discussion (or  anything else!) so do drop us your thoughts via [email protected]

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Enough  of the Falafel is a community of people who love keeping on top of the  latest news in the world of veganism & animal rights. With the Vegan  Talk podcast, we aim to develop listeners' (& our own) thoughts  around key issues affecting veganism & the animal rights movement;  giving our opinions, whilst staying balanced; remaining true to our  vegan ethics, whilst constantly seeking to grow & develop.

Each  week we home in on one topic in particular and pick it apart in more  detail. If you have a suggestion for a future show, do get in touch via  [email protected].

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Dominic, David & Richard

What an Education some of England's prestigious public schools give its students: Teaching them how to chorale beagles into tearing innocent animals limb from limb, as revealed on the Hunt Saboteaur's website this week. And they say vegan parents indoctrinate their children...

As well as this story, Carlos, Anthony & Shane will be discussing several others bits of news that have surfaced in the vegan & animal rights space in the last 7 days.

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Enough of the Falafel is a community of people who love keeping on top of the latest news in the world of veganism & animal rights. With the Vegan Week podcast, we aim to keep listeners (& ourselves) informed & up-to-date with the latest developments that affect vegans & non-human animals; giving insight, whilst staying balanced; remaining true to our vegan ethics, whilst constantly seeking to grow & develop.  Each week we look through news stories from the past 7 days in the world of veganism & animal rights.  If you spot any news stories that might catch our fancy, or have an idea for a discussion topic, get in touch via [email protected].

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This week's stories:

https://cyprus-mail.com/2026/10/02/animal-welfare-programme-to-expand-in-schools

https://www.romania-insider.com/society/thousands-march-animal-rights-bucharest

https://www.reutersconnect.com/item/animal-rights-protest-in-amsterdam-netherlands/dGFnOnJldXRlcnMuY29tLDIwMjY6bmV3c21sX01UMU5VUlBITzAwMDdUUzExSw

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cxm2qmpy57ggo

https://walthamforestecho.co.uk/2026/10/01/animal-rights-campaigners-call-on-council-to-enact-stronger-welfare-policies/

https://www.thecanary.co/uk/news/2026/10/02/cages-plaid/

https://www.huntsabs.org.uk/lessons-in-hare-hunting-inside-britains-school-beagle-packs/

https://www.farminguk.com/news/ai-welfare-cameras-rolled-out-across-46-m-s-dairy-farms_69081.html

https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/oct/04/mandatory-inspections-fish-slaughterhouses-england-wales

https://metro.co.uk/2026/10/05/trump-baffles-crowd-asking-vegans-eat-lettuce-day-long-29678637/

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Carlos, Anthony & Shane

Published on youtube under the title 'I exposed my dad's evil industry', this hour long film explores the relationship between a vegan activist & his slaughterhouse-working father. What do Julie & Anthony make of the film? And where does it sit amongst other animal rights films? Paul asks the questions in this Vegan Talk episode. 

To watch the film, visit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3qb-9Q0YhVA

As ever, we love hearing your views on the topics under discussion (or  anything else!) so do drop us your thoughts via [email protected]

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Enough  of the Falafel is a community of people who love keeping on top of the  latest news in the world of veganism & animal rights. With the Vegan  Talk podcast, we aim to develop listeners' (& our own) thoughts  around key issues affecting veganism & the animal rights movement;  giving our opinions, whilst staying balanced; remaining true to our  vegan ethics, whilst constantly seeking to grow & develop.

Each  week we home in on one topic in particular and pick it apart in more  detail. If you have a suggestion for a future show, do get in touch via  [email protected].

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Julie, Paul & Anthony

Yes, not only has MBR Acres been the subject of an open rescue this week, but a Smithfields meat plant in the US has seen 100 workers walk out in protest. Is animal oppression falling apart in front of our very eyes?! We can only hope...

As well as this news, Anthony & Shane will be discussing several others stories from the week's vegan & animal rights space.

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Enough of the Falafel is a community of people who love keeping on top of the latest news in the world of veganism & animal rights. With the Vegan Week podcast, we aim to keep listeners (& ourselves) informed & up-to-date with the latest developments that affect vegans & non-human animals; giving insight, whilst staying balanced; remaining true to our vegan ethics, whilst constantly seeking to grow & develop.  Each week we look through news stories from the past 7 days in the world of veganism & animal rights.  If you spot any news stories that might catch our fancy, or have an idea for a discussion topic, get in touch via [email protected].

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This week's stories:

https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/animal-rights-campaigners-to-stage-protest-against-live-expo-345598/ 

https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/yes-rick-wakeman-show-rescue-bears-animal-sanctuary-1235633995/ 

https://www.grilled.media/data-meat-industry-water-use/ 

https://uk.news.yahoo.com/north-americas-first-vegan-gas-085639806.html 

https://vegnews.com/counter-culture-returns-to-austin 

https://www.facebook.com/share/r/1DboDz1PoG/ 

https://www.facebook.com/share/r/1FBmwDCYDn/ 

https://www.huntspost.co.uk/news/26594705.woman-arrested-burglary-mbr-acres-huntingdon/ 

https://plantbasednews.org/news/workers-death-at-smithfield-meat-plant/ 

https://vegconomist.com/studies-numbers/most-uk-meat-eaters-find-factory-farming-unacceptable-vegan-society-survey-suggests/ 

https://www.swissinfo.ch/eng/various/animal-rights-campaigners-successfully-denounce-swiss-egg-advert/92135823 

https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/japan-survey-animal-cafes-first-time-over-welfare-disease-concerns-2026-09-30/ 

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Anthony & Shane

First published over 35 years ago, many regard Carol J Adams' book a seminal classic in animal rights and feminism circles. But what did the falafellers make of it? In this episode Mark asks Shane, Kate & Anthony what they made of their readings of the book and where it fits into the vegan space in 2026.

To learn more about Carol J Adams, including the book itself, visit https://caroljadams.com/

As ever, we love hearing your views on the topics under discussion (or  anything else!) so do drop us your thoughts via [email protected]

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Enough  of the Falafel is a community of people who love keeping on top of the  latest news in the world of veganism & animal rights. With the Vegan  Talk podcast, we aim to develop listeners' (& our own) thoughts  around key issues affecting veganism & the animal rights movement;  giving our opinions, whilst staying balanced; remaining true to our  vegan ethics, whilst constantly seeking to grow & develop.

Each  week we home in on one topic in particular and pick it apart in more  detail. If you have a suggestion for a future show, do get in touch via  [email protected].

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Thanks everyone for listening; give us a rating and drop us a message to say "hi"; it'll make our day!

Shane, Kate, Mark & Anthony