Vegan Week

Welcome to the first of our holiday specials, featuring messages from some of our brilliant contributors to the show over the last 12 months. Stay tuned for more seasonal specials over the next two w…

Recently the Vegan Society have come out with a strong statement, declaring that "cultured meat is not vegan, nor will it ever be". Is this absolute statement necessary to protect the integrity of th…

Sometimes you just need a clear-cut win! It won't be completed until the end of 2026 but cracking news this week that Greyhound Racing will soon be ended in New Zealand. Can we expect backlash from t…

It's just a matter of weeks away! Veganuary has had a huge impact on the numbers of people becoming vegan, trying plant-based food, or simply being aware of veganism. But how can we help 'nudge' peop…

The latest social media trend this week has been pouring away your milk. Why? It's a result of Dairy giant Arla's use of the controversial Bovear compound, which is said to reduce methane emissions i…

In this episode, Julie, Dominic, Mark & Anthony read & discuss correspondence that has been sent into us through [email protected]. Here's what we chew over?

* Should vegans critique one an…

It's been the evocative centre of selling animal flesh in the UK capital for around 850 years, but this week it was announced that come 2028, Smithfield Meat Market will close for good. But with indi…

On our Vegan Week show over the last 12 months or so, we've reported several times about councils pledging to 'go plant-based' for their internal meetings and events. It's huge news that really packs…

This week the co-founder of Veganuary and VFC, Matthew Glover very publicly threw his hat into the ring to become the new CEO at the RSPCA. Mark, Julie, Dominic & Anthony ponder whether Glover really…

Last week the eagerly awaited film Christspiracy was put on general release via its own 'pay-it-forward' viewing platform, meaning we could watch it, without needing to catch a specific indie cinema …

Following the final meeting of the people behind the US dietary guidelines, could we be on the verge of plant-based proteins taking centre-stage in the advice that is given out from the US government…

This week saw the release of a new short film from Surge Activism and Smash: Matilda and the Brave Escape. Narrated by Bella Ramsey, it's already chalked up tens of thousands of views. In this episod…

A major UK Education provider has created a resources programme where veganism will be included as part of the 'religion and worldviews' section. But is this the same as veganism being taught? Or eve…

*** PLEASE NOTE: The opinions expressed in this episode are simply that: Opinions. No-one on today's show is giving anyone listening medical advice; we're just talking about our own experiences & opi…

If there was ever a call to action to respond to, surely it's this! Northern Ireland are considering banning hunting...and in their consultation they'll accept comments from anyone, from anywhere in …

We often hear the term "service animal" used to describe guide dogs, police horses or emotional support cats. But can you truly be 'in service' if you're not consenting to the 'work' you're being ask…

This week the Independent revealed that one in three researchers had been asked to ADD animal tests to their research proposals, lest their studies not be published.  Nazia, Dominic, Mark & Anthony d…

If we didn't put celebs up on these pedestals when they "go vegan", they couldn't come tumbling down when they're "not vegan anymore" is the argument. But is that pragmatic in the algorithm-informed …

Why is it illegal to sell dog fur or seal skin in Wales, but not coyote hide, for example? Well, this week, this inconsistency is being challenged in a potential bill that will outlaw the import or s…

A whole country being 'cancelled' by a Brighton music festival has raised one of our juiciest conversations yet, and have left Dominic, Mark & Anthony with questions like, "Should we all be eating wh…