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Food Systems

5 Ways Factory Farms Are Hurting Human Health

It’s time to recognize that human health is inextricably connected to the health of animals and our planet.

Dec 23, 2024
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Animals

10 Unexpected Species Being Harmed by Factory Farming

It’s a well-known fact that billions of cows, pigs, and chickens suffer in our food system. But the reach of intensive animal agriculture stretches far beyond the walls of factory farms.

Nov 11, 2024
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Chickens

How Many Eggs Does a Chicken Lay a Day?

A hen’s closest wild ancestor, the red junglefowl, will produce 10-15 eggs in a year. A commercial egg-laying hen on a factory farm can produce around 300.

Oct 07, 2024
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Perspectives

Changemakers: Mustafa Shakir on Aligning Mind, Body, and Soul

Mustafa Shakir joins us for a conversation about the joy of a plant-based lifestyle.

Sep 13, 2024
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Perspectives

Changemakers: Kristin Bauer on Aligning Her Mind and Heart

Kristin Bauer talks about how her love of animals inspired her plant-based journey.

Jun 20, 2024
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Perspectives

Changemakers: Persia White on Being a Voice for the Voiceless

In the words of actress and activist Persia White, “our abuse of power is destroying the planet, our health, and the moral fiber that holds a just society together.”

Jun 18, 2024
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Perspectives

Are Plant-Based Foods Ultraprocessed? Big Meat’s “Disinformation War”

The criticism about plant-based meats being ultraprocessed isn’t just missing the point. It’s a dangerous distraction from the real issue at hand: our broken food system.

Jun 06, 2024
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Perspectives

Changemakers: Alexandra Paul on Defending Animals, People, and the Planet

We sat down with actress and activist Alexandra Paul for a conversation about animal personhood, plant-based eating, and the power of policy change.

May 13, 2024
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Perspectives

Changemakers: Bellamy Young on the Power of Love

Bellamy Young joins us for a conversation about the inspiration for her longtime animal activism.

Feb 19, 2024
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Perspectives

Changemakers: David Bailis on Balance, Wellness, and Leaving the World a Better Place

We sat down with plant-based athlete, musician, and thought leader David Bailis to talk about the joy of finding balance and alignment in the midst of life’s busiest moments.

Jan 03, 2024
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Perspectives

Changemakers: Chef Amber Williams on Food Justice, Empowerment, and Community Gardens

Chef, author, and activist Amber Williams joins us for a conversation about food justice, healthy eating on a budget, and the beauty and satisfaction of growing your own food.

Dec 06, 2023
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Perspectives

Changemakers: Author Michael Easter Talks Food, Health, and Behavior Change

We sat down with bestselling author Michael Easter to talk about plant-based eating, our modern food system, and how to rewire our habits for health, compassion, and success.

Sep 08, 2023
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Perspectives

10 Plant-Based Nutrition Tips, According to an Expert

Nutritionist and influencer Stefanie Stevens shares her best tips for following a healthy, sustainable plant-based lifestyle.

Jul 25, 2023
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Perspectives

Changemakers: Campbell Ritchie on Connecting with Animals

Campbell Ritchie—activist, environmentalist, and celebrity makeup artist—shares her story and the vibrant background to her animal advocacy.

May 23, 2023
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Perspectives

Changemakers: Angela Means on Compassion and Intersectionality

Angela Means joins us to talk about why she advocates for animals—from the power and influence of her childhood experiences, to her belief in caring about something “more than yourself.”

May 16, 2023
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Perspectives

Changemakers: Alicia Silverstone on Living the Kind Life

Award-winning actress Alicia Silverstone joins us to talk about animal advocacy, entrepreneurship and motherhood, and the healing power of compassion.

Apr 17, 2023
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Lifestyle

16 Famous Animal Activists You Should Know in 2023

Animal rights activists share a common vision: a world where animals receive the love, compassion, and respect they deserve.

Feb 23, 2023
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Perspectives

Changemakers: Rebecca Gade-Sawicki Talks Vegan Travel

Got the travel bug? You’re in luck! Vegan travel guide Rebecca Gade-Sawicki shares her tips for wandering the world with compassion.

Feb 16, 2023
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Perspectives

Changemakers: How Singer Alisun Is Using Her Voice for Animals

Weaving inspiring stories through her music, vegan singer Alisun has become a powerful voice for nature, animals, and the planet.

Jan 30, 2023
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Chickens

Is Rotisserie Chicken Healthy? Why Is It So Cheap?

Rotisserie chickens contain some less-than-healthy ingredients—and there’s a dark truth behind that cheap price tag.

Dec 03, 2024
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Perspectives

Changemakers: Dana Heath on How to Be a Superhero for Animals

On and off the screen, vegan actor Dana Heath is a champion for kindness, fairness, and doing what’s right.

Jan 25, 2023
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Perspectives

Changemakers: Ryuji Chua on Connecting with Animals

Filmmaker and animal activist Ryuji Chua is on a mission to change the way people think about animals—simply by asking new questions.

Jan 18, 2023
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Lifestyle

What is Gelatin Made Of? Is Gelatin Vegetarian?

From candies to canned goods, you can find gelatin lurking in many ingredients lists. But what is it made of, and why isn’t it vegetarian?

Jan 11, 2023
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Chickens

How Many Chickens Are in the World and the US? 2023

With a population of over 33 billion, domestic chickens are the most populous birds in the world. Sadly, the most numerous birds in the world also suffer the worst abuses.

Jan 10, 2023
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Perspectives

Changemakers: Remy Park On Sharing Love Through Food

Successful recipe creator, food blogger, and entrepreneur Remy Park joins us to chat about veganism and wellness—and shares a yummy recipe to try.

Nov 22, 2022
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Videos

Changemaker Spotlight: Soul Eubanks of APEX Advocacy

You need to meet activist Soul Eubanks of APEX Advocacy.

Nov 18, 2022
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Perspectives

Changemakers: Vegan Chef Chris Tucker Talks Plant-Based Baking

It’s World Vegan Month! And to celebrate, we caught up with vegan chef and baker extraordinaire Chris Tucker about his favorite plant-based eats.

Nov 14, 2022
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Lifestyle

24 Vegan Books You Should Read

From animal rights to veggie-centric recipes, there’s no limit to what you’ll find in these pages.

Nov 08, 2022
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Lifestyle

Plant-Based Diet for Beginners: How to Start in 2025

Choosing to go plant-based can be one of the best things you do for animals, for your health, and for the environment. And we’re here to help you do it.

Jan 08, 2025
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Cows

Do Humane Dairy Farms Exist? The Truth About Milk

Looking at labels—“cruelty-free,” “happy cows,” or “friendly farm”—dairy products might seem perfectly humane. But at its core, there’s nothing humane about the dairy industry.

Oct 25, 2022
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Pigs

What's It Like to Be a Pig Farmer?

Pig farming may seem like a way to care for, connect with, and spend time with intelligent animals. The stark reality is that many pig farmers end up trapped in a vicious spiral of debt, struggling to care for suffering pigs.

Oct 04, 2022
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Environment

What is Sustainable Agriculture and Why Is It Important?

A new approach to agriculture is taking hold across the United States—an approach that has the potential to transform our entire food system for the better.

Aug 30, 2022
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Food Systems

What Are Food Service Companies?

Food service companies represent a multi-billion dollar industry. But as the industry continues to grow, so does the animal abuse rampant in its supply chain.

Aug 16, 2022
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Animals

What Is Bycatch, Why Is It a Problem, and Is It Legal?

Amid grim reports on the impacts of overfishing, NOAA Fisheries found that the average American still ate 19.2 pounds of seafood in 2019. But a more terrifying statistic is the number of marine animals killed without ever showing up on people’s plates.

Aug 11, 2022
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Lifestyle

Save Money. Eat Plants!

With meat and egg prices soaring, it’s a great time to incorporate more plant-based food into our diets—for the animals, for the planet, and for our wallets.

Jul 20, 2022
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Chickens

How Much Does the Better Chicken Commitment Improve the Lives of Chickens?

For centuries, humans have wondered and written about the inner lives of animals. The Welfare Footprint Project takes a look at this age-old question—and proves that standards like the Better Chicken Commitment measurably improve the lives of chickens.

Jul 06, 2022
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Environment

The "No Red Meat" Diet: Is Chicken Actually More Eco-Friendly Than Beef?

When climate scientists suggested eating less beef, many people committed to a “no red meat” diet—but started eating a lot more chicken instead. Here’s why that swap might actually end up hurting the environment more than it helps.

Jun 23, 2022
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Food Systems

What Are Ag-Gag Laws and How Many States Have Them?

Since the 1990s, the agriculture industry has fought for laws to prevent whistleblowers from documenting and sharing its gruesome practices with the public. But these “ag-gag” laws aren’t just morally dubious—they’re unconstitutional.

Jun 07, 2022