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Better Life for Animals

Cheryl Moss
Animal Welfare
Veganism
Animal Sanctuaries
Animal Rights
Compassion
Factory Farming
Animal Rescue
Compassionate Living
Climate Change
Education
Peepal Farm
Animal Ethics
Humane Education
Fundraising
Rescue Operations
Plant-Based Diet
Animal Companion Loss
Community Engagement
India
Animal Suffering

Better Life for Animals is your go-to podcast for powerful stories from animal sanctuaries, vegan activists, and animal welfare changemakers. Each episode dives into real-life journeys of rescuing farmed animals, building compassionate communities, and living a cruelty-free, plant-based lifestyle. Hosted by animal advocate Cheryl Moss, the show highlights how rescue sanctuaries across the globe gi... more

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Latest Episodes

What happens when an animal sanctuary becomes more than a place of rescue?

In this episode of Better Life for Animals, host Cheryl Moss talks with Simone Scampoli, Executive Director of Capra Libera Tutti, an animal sanctuary in Italy where rescued... more

Is cage-free really a victory for animals when hens are still being used as part of the same food system?

Dan Shannon, CEO of The Humane League, joins Cheryl Moss to explore why the answer isn't as simple as yes or no.

Dan explains what life is l... more

Five rescued pigs became twelve in just two months. For Kathy Cullen, founder of Jolene's Retreat, that unexpected turn was the beginning of a much bigger journey.

Kathy spent 25 years as a teacher before animal advocacy changed the direction of he... more

What does it mean to truly see an animal rather than simply look and move on?

Writer, animal photojournalist, and activist Diana Hulet joins Cheryl Moss to explore how photography and storytelling can help people recognize animals as individuals wi... more

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Dan Shannon
CEO of The Humane League
The Humane League
Episode: 085: Is Cage Free Really a Win for Animals?
Kathy Cullen
Founder of Jolene's Retreat, animal rights activist
Jolene's Retreat
Episode: 084: Five Rescued Pigs Became Twelve in Just Two Months: Kathy Cullen's Journey of Compassion
Diana Hulet
Writer, animal photojournalist and activist based in Colorado
Sanctuary Doc (board vice president)
Episode: 083: Animal Photojournalism and Vegan Advocacy: Learning to Truly See Animals with Diana Hulet
Robert Sturman
Fine art photographer and animal advocate, guest on the episode
Independent artist / animal advocacy
Episode: 082: From Laboratory Survivor to Animal Advocate: Robert Sturman and the Story of Otis
Chiara Saitta
Italian animal sanctuary founder and vegan activist based in Portugal
Riza Animal Sanctuary, Coimbra Vegan Market
Episode: 081: The Animals Changed Everything: Chiara Saitta's Path to Purpose
Amber Raleigh
Co-founder of Donkey Dreams Sanctuary
Donkey Dreams Sanctuary
Episode: 080: They Grieve, They Love, They Remember: Inside Donkey Dreams Sanctuary
Susan Joyce
Pigeon Advocate known as The Pigeon Lady
Pigeon Advocacy / Little Green Pigeon
Episode: 078: The Pigeon Lady: Giving a Voice to the Birds We Overlook
Amber Canavan
Associate Director of Vegan Campaigns at PETA
PETA
Episode: 077: PETA is Activism in Action with Amber Canavan
Chris Taylor
Co-founder, Shy 38 sanctuary
Shy 38
Episode: 076: She Was Only Known as Number 38. Then She Changed Everything.

Host

Cheryl Moss
Host of Better Life for Animals

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 16 ratings
  • Powerful

    I love Cheryl’s commitment and compassion, which shines through in each of her interviews. She and her guests truly shine a light on how we can strive toward a better world for all sentient beings.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AngelaCrawford
    United Statesa year ago
  • Amazing show!

    Cheryl has a great passion for this subject!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Quixote Ventures
    United Statesa year ago
  • Stellar show and so important too

    Big fan of Cheryl and the way she discusses these vital topics surrounding the world we want for animals. 🧡

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JohnOberg
    United Statesa year ago
  • Inspiring and informative

    In Better Life for Animals, Cheryl Moss provides a terrific resource by creating a body of information that helps to free us from our culturally-imposed misunderstandings about animals. She opens doorways into greater understanding of the many benefits of treating animals with kindness in our daily food and lifestyle choices, not just for them, but for us as well. Highly recommended!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Turtle River
    United Statesa year ago
  • A Must Listen for Animal Lovers

    What a wonderful show. Host, Cheryl Moss, is so committed to showcasing the unsung heroes of animal sanctuaries. I loved the first few episodes. Look forward to more.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kathleen Gage
    United States2 years ago

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Cheryl's interviews show deep compassion and illuminate paths to a kinder world for animals.
Listeners praise the show for highlighting unsung animal sanctuary heroes and practical actions to help animals.
The host's passion for the subject comes through, making the episodes engaging.

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084: Five Rescued Pigs Became Twelve in Just Two Months: Kathy Cullen's Journey of Compassion
Q: Kathy, what I'm really connecting to in your share about experiencing the depths of the misery that we put these animals through, and the joy of somebody who's fortunate enough to be rescued, and how I have been thinking about how we really need to have all of those emotions, how do you personally cope with this range of feelings?
I practice daily meditation to reset, focus on breath, and stay connected to the bigger picture and the universe, which helps me stay grounded and continue educating others without getting overwhelmed by the pain.
056: The Moment Everything Changed for Kathleen Gage and Why Awareness Is the First Step Toward Compassion
Q: For the people listening, what drives you and motivates your work, and why did you choose vegan advocacy as your path?
Kathleen explains that her drive comes from a deep empathy for animals and a belief in presenting the vegan message in a way that connects with people's emotions and daily lives. She emphasizes shaped storytelling, education, and practical programs (like teen leadership initiatives) to bridge the gap between awareness and action, alongside a commitment to showcasing sanctuaries and animal welfare in a constructive, non-alienating manner.
079: How Young People Can Turn Their Love for Animals Into Action with Danielle Hanosh
Q: Why bring AI ethics into conversations with teens about animals?
AI is rapidly changing the world for animals; the discussion helps youths learn to maximize benefits and minimize harms through ethical inquiry and practical tools.
079: How Young People Can Turn Their Love for Animals Into Action with Danielle Hanosh
Q: What does LEAP offer to a young person interested in animals?
LEAP provides a structured, hands-on program across sanctuaries, including classroom time, plant-based lunches, and workshops on animal care, conservation, and policy—designed to give teens real-world skills and mentorship.
063: Inside the Global Standard for Animal Sanctuaries with Jessica Harris
Q: How do sanctuaries shift public attitudes about farmed animals and vegan or plant-based living?
Jessica Harris explains that personal connection with individual animals inside sanctuaries helps people move from abstract statistics to emotional understanding, which is more effective in changing attitudes toward farmed animals and plant-based choices.

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Across recent episodes, the show centers on animal welfare, sanctuaries, and compassionate living, featuring founders, advocates, and educators who spotlight humane approaches to animal rescue, policy, and culture. Conversations often thread through sanctuary work, animal rights, and stories that demonstrate how storytelling, grant funding, and community engagement can advance kindness toward animals. A standout aspect is the mix of field-based activism with practical how-tos—ranging from grant writing and PR for sanctuaries to addressing systemic issues like factory farming—offering listeners actionable inspiration alongside heartfelt narratives.

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Recent guests on Better Life for Animals include:

1. Dan Shannon
2. Kathy Cullen
3. Diana Hulet
4. Robert Sturman
5. Chiara Saitta
6. Amber Raleigh
7. Susan Joyce
8. Amber Canavan

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