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The Vegan Pod

The Vegan Society
Veganism
Animal Rights
Sustainability
Animal Welfare
The Vegan Society
Mental Health
Food Justice
Ultra-Processed Vegan Foods
Vegan Education
NOVA Classification System
Vegan Trademark
Animal Testing
Racial Justice
Animal Rights Activism
Animal Cruelty
Nutrition
Health Implications
Plant-Based Diet
Cruelty-Free Certification
Ethical Purchasing

The UK's oldest vegan charity, The Vegan Society, discussing topical issues from the vegan realm.

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Latest Episodes

The Vegan Society's second Empathy Index is out and has some (mainly) encouraging data about animal use - and some data that aligns very closely with Project Phoenix's latest research into attitudes towards factory farming.

 

But how do we reconcile ... more

Have you ever wondered if following a vegan lifestyle might have implications for your dental and oral health, or if dentistry can be truly vegan? 

 

Wonder no more, because vegan dentist, Dr. Helen Voronina, from Dr. Helen's Dental and Implant Studi... more

This episode of the Vegan Pod is a nostalgic celebration of how one man’s commitment to the cause helped spread the vegan word around London’s creative scene in the 1970s and 80s.

Geoff Francis ran a chain of record shops, All Change Records, in Lon... more

We celebrate Pride Month with a special Vegan Pod guest, as one of the most influential of influencers in the vegan and LGBTQ+ communities, Sean O'Callaghan, aka. Fat Gay Vegan, discusses growing up in Brisbane, moving to London and becoming a high-p... more

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Recent Guests

Alex Huntley
The Vegan Society's Research and Impact Manager
The Vegan Society
Episode: Are We Really A 'Nation Of Animal Lovers'?
Laila Kassam
Executive Director of Project Phoenix
Project Phoenix
Episode: Are We Really A 'Nation Of Animal Lovers'?
Dr. Helen Voronina
Dentist, vegan advocate
Dr. Helen's Dental and Implant Studio, Melbourne
Episode: Dental Health For Vegans
Geoff Francis
Writer, artist, filmmaker, longtime ethical entrepreneur; vegan for 55 years
Independent artist/activist, Bonobo TV, Love Songs to a Mother
Episode: Geoff Francis: 55 Years Vegan - Music, Art & Activism
Sean O'Callaghan
Founder of Fat Gay Vegan, vegan blogger, author
Fat Gay Vegan / Vegan Beerfest UK
Episode: Fat Gay Vegan Pod
Alistair Currie
Policy and Public Affairs Manager, The Vegan Society
The Vegan Society
Episode: Food Security: Looking Beyond The Iran War
Sunita Ramani
Senior Campaigner, Destructive Diets at Foodrise
Foodrise
Episode: Food Security: Looking Beyond The Iran War
Jeanette Rowley
Vegan Rights Advocate, head of the International Rights Network
The Vegan Society
Episode: Vegan Rights
Libby Peppiatt
CEO of The Vegan Society
The Vegan Society
Episode: The Future Is Still Vegan

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Damian Watson
Host of The Vegan Pod, affiliated with The Vegan Society

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 73 ratings
  • Love it!

    I love listening to this podcast! It is interesting ,informative, and compassionate

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Veganchick81
    United Statesa year ago
  • A great listen!

    Recent topics have been really engaging/thought-provoking. The new host is clearly a professional and a fantastic interviewer! Looking forward to the next one.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    03POD
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • 🤫

    Why can’t animals eat each other and we can’t eat them

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rizzler😈🤫
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Interesting topics…improve sound quality

    The sound quality of the guest interviews is poor. Other than that I enjoy the podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    sportyspice11
    United States3 years ago
  • Sound quality poor

    I mostly listen to podcasts in the car so I understand how road noise can affect listening. But it’s really frustrating to try to listen to interviews that sound like the voices are coming from a tunnel. The interviewer herself is clear but the interviewees are impossible. I’ve tried two but that’s it for me. Too bad because the topics are very interesting.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    California vegan
    United States4 years ago

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Thought-provoking topics appeal to listeners who want in-depth vegan policy and activism discussions.
Sound quality critiques exist but don't overshadow interest in topics.
Positive feedback on interviewing quality and guest diversity.

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Are We Really A 'Nation Of Animal Lovers'?
Q: What do the empathy index and the Project Phoenix data suggest about public support for ending factory farming?
Alex Huntley explains that the data indicate substantial public support for ending factory farming and argues for bolder government asks, while also noting a durable minority opposing factory farming and the importance of understanding audience differences for messaging.
Are We Really A 'Nation Of Animal Lovers'?
Q: Tell us how you got into the animal advocacy movement, and tell us all about Project Phoenix.
Laila Kassam describes her long-standing engagement with veganism and explains Project Phoenix as a movement-building organization aimed at mobilizing power for animal freedom in the UK, including network development and collaboration with other NGOs.
Dental Health For Vegans
Q: What myths do you hear as a vegan dentist? Do people think vegan teeth will fail without dairy?
People often think vegan diets cause more dental problems, but in fact, with balanced nutrition and good hygiene, vegans can have as healthy teeth; calcium requirements for teeth are not as high as commonly portrayed.
Geoff Francis: 55 Years Vegan - Music, Art & Activism
Q: What sparked Geoff's move from vegetarianism to veganism, and what were the early influences?
Geoff explains that his concern for animals and the planet, plus pivotal readings like John Wynne Tyson's Food for a Future, pushed him beyond vegetarianism; the real trigger was the accumulation of information and a commitment to act on cruelty, which solidified his vegan path.
Fat Gay Vegan Pod
Q: When did you first go vegan and what motivated that change?
Sean explains the aging process from vegetarianism to veganism, driven by concerns about animal welfare, the dairy and egg industries, and later broader information found online about animal testing and ethical consumer choices.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Vegan Pod

What is The Vegan Pod about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show consistently explores veganism through activism, policy, health, and culture. Episodes often center on how vegan principles intersect with human rights, food systems, environmental impact, and social justice, featuring practitioners, researchers, and advocates who bring policy, health, and community perspectives to the table. Notable is the blend of rigorous policy discussion with personal stories from activists, scientists, and entrepreneurs, plus a willingness to cover controversial topics and long-running campaigns. A strength for potential listeners and sponsors is the podcast's ongoing engagement with both grassroots activism and institutional advocacy, along with a clear focus on practical guidance for building a more humane ... more

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1. Alex Huntley
2. Laila Kassam
3. Dr. Helen Voronina
4. Geoff Francis
5. Sean O'Callaghan
6. Alistair Currie
7. Sunita Ramani
8. Jeanette Rowley

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