Freedom of Species

We're joined by sociologist Corey Wrenn who discusses the impact coronavirus/COVID-19 has had on animals, as well as the role of eating animals in this virus and many other diseases.  For more on this issue, have a look at the publications on COVID-19 and animals for the Animals and Society Section of the American Sociological Association: https://www.asanet.org/asa-communities/sections/sites/animals-and-society/covid-19 You can also read Vegan Australia’s article on the connection between coronavirus and eating animals: https://www.veganaustralia.org.au/coronavirus_and_other_diseases_caused_by_animal_farming_and_hunting Plus take a look at Corey Wrenn's website: http://www.coreyleewrenn.com/ The image used for this episode is artwork by Shannon Waite, which forms a part of the collection of publications on COVID-19 and animals referred to above.

On this show we discuss the horror/comedy play ‘Scary Goats Tour’ with the producer of the play Chloe Towan and cast member Dominik Shields. You can find more information about this play on the Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/scarygoatstourYou can buy tickets here: https://thebutterflyclub.com/show/scary-goats-tour We also cover the coronavirus and how it has impacted those in the arts. Here is a link to the article referred to on the importance of social distancing to reduce the spread of the virus: https://medium.com/@tomaspueyo/coronavirus-act-today-or-people-will-die-f4d3d9cd99ca Finally, we mention the recent escape from animal testing by the baboon Alfred and his two companions. You can sign a petition calling for an end to animal testing in New South Wales here: https://www.emmahurstmp.com/end_animal_testing

This show features environmental activist Mark Allen on working together across different social movements, particularly in light of recent tensions between environmental and animal movements. There are also some interviews with activists who were addressing the environmental impact of animal agriculture at the Climate Crisis: National Day of Action - Melbourne. Links for the show: Sources on the environmental impact of animal agriculture: https://www.vox.com/future-perfect/2020/2/20/21144017/local-food-carbon-footprint-climate-environmenthttps://www.slideshare.net/NickPendergrast/achieving-environmental-liberation-through-animal-liberation-by-adam-cardilini Some examples of broader messaging around tackling the environmental impact of animal agriculture, rather than/as well as messaging focusing on individual change: https://www.facebook.com/freedomofspecies/posts/3404413492918470https://www.facebook.com/freedomofspecies/photos/a.264987433527774/3406047046088448/?type=1&theater Some Facebook groups that our guest Mark Allen is involved in:Holistic Activism and Behaviour Change: https://www.facebook.com/groups/211194752603900/Regenerative Vegan: https://www.facebook.com/groups/520852854988915/ You can hear Mark discussing Holistic Activism on a previous Freedom of Species show: https://www.3cr.org.au/freedomofspecies/episode-201807011300/mark-allen-%E2%80%93-holistic-activism You can hear speeches from the Climate Crisis: National Day of Action- Melbourne: https://archive.org/details/climaterally

We speak with Rochelle and Maria from Animal Activists Australia about the work they have been doing to bring the agricultural transition issue to the climate movement. They are working as climate activists to present animal agriculture as another key issue to address in order to create a safe climate.

On this show animal activist Katie Batty discusses some of the companion animals she has shared her home with (including Charlie pictured here) as a starting point to investigate our relationships with companion animals and animals generally. This week is the 3CR Community Radio Subscriber Drive. 3CR does not accept corporate funding so we rely on the support of listeners - please subscribe to keep 3CR and our show going! 3CR is a really important platform for under-represented groups and ideas - including our show advocating for other animals. Subscription costs $35 Unwaged/Concession, $75 Waged, $150 Solidarity/Band/Organisation. You can support our show specifically by choosing the show 'Freedom of Species' when you subscribe. We appreciate any support! You can pay online/in person/over the phone or by post - all info here: https://www.3cr.org.au/subscribe

We speak to Emma Hakansson, who works to create a kinder world for animals. Her passion for ethical fashion—ethical being vegan, fair and sustainable—has seen her found Willow Creative Co., a content production and ethics consultation agency for fashion labels. She is a model, a writer and is involved in various campaigns including Animal Liberation Victoria, Wool Truth and Goat Truth.

We speak with Dr Simon Coghlan, a Senior Research Fellow in Digital Ethics at the University of Melbourne. Simon is a philosopher, ethicist and had a previos life as a veterinarian. We discuss his current research interests including the ethics of animals, robots, AI and the environment. LinksSimon's articles on The ConversationMusic video - Yona, 'One'Victorian Biodiversity Conference 2020

We discuss the bushfires and the effect on non-human animals, and—importantly—why certain animals are publicly mourned, and others are forgotten about.

On this show we’re joined by Dilan Fernando and Harley McDonald-Eckersall who discuss Animal Rebellion, an organisation that connects animals and the climate crisis by advocating for a plant-based food system. This is our final show for the year. We'll be taking a break from the show over Summer and will be back to normal programming on the 19th Jan. Summer Specials will be running in the time slot for the next 4 weeks. For more on Animal Rebellion, check out their website, which has links to their social media platforms: animalrebellion.org You can read Harley’s writing on Medium: https://medium.com/@harleymcdonaldeckersall You can watch a video of Dilan’s talk covering the October Animal Rebellion – from the Liberated Futures conference: https://www.facebook.com/icasoceania/videos/vl.563353784443318/3244605888914061/?type=1 You can also read an article by Dilan on the October Animal Rebellion: https://www.plantbasednews.org/opinion/why-animal-rebellions-plans-changed-and-what-is-actually-happening You can also now follow Freedom of Species on Instagram @freedomofspecies:  https://www.instagram.com/freedomofspecies/

On this show we recap some of the key themes and ideas raised at the recent Liberated Futures conference, which was all about creating better futures for all animals. For more information about this conference, see the Facebook event page: https://www.facebook.com/events/479005459344363/ You can watch videos of the talks from this conference here: https://www.facebook.com/pg/Institute-for-Critical-Animal-Studies-Oceania-332818656755188/videos/?ref=page_internal If you'd like to join/find out more about the Researchers FOR Animal Liberation network – contact Adam on Twitter @acardilini or email a.cardilini@gmail.com. More info: https://www.facebook.com/permalink.php?story_fbid=2582358655134499&id=332818656755188&__tn__=-R To get updates from the groups who organised the conference, you can like ‘Collectively Free - Kulin Nations’​ and ‘Institute for Critical Animal Studies, Oceania’​ on Facebook. You can also follow ICAS on Twitter @icasoceania and sign up to their email list here: https://us6.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=0c177c1673d686273ba2b6052&id=2b7f4c7fc7&fbclid=IwAR1ZWJdhU9HslGoDHN8hZzPc3MjFijkLtPGye4hYwqGHL1Yw2BZEkD3e9-U