Ep. 325: PETA Gets SEC to Investigate Monkey Imports of Charles River Labs
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The difference between a "purpose-bred" and a "wild-caught" monkey is the reason animal experimenter and monkey importer Charles River Labs is being investigated by the SEC. PETA's investigation uncovered documents showing where Charles River's monkeys come from. But did experimenter Charles River tell its shareholders? If not, it could have serious consequences. See how the case came down and why it could be a turning point for experimenters who may be forced to use non-animal methods. The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization, is nine million strong and growing....
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Ep. 324: Eastern Virginia Medical School, Experimenter Kill Baboons Despite PETA Offer For Sanctuary
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Why did the Eastern Virginia Medical School and vivisector Gerarld Pepe kill four mother baboons--Jemma, Cookie, Toya and Tara-- in spite of PETA's offer to save the aging baboons. PETA Sr. VP Daphna Nachminovich talks with Emil Guillermo. For more information go to The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization, is nine million strong and growing. This is the place to find out why. Hear from insiders, thought leaders, activists, investigators, politicians, and others why animals need more than kindness—they have the right not to be abused or exploited in any way....
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Ep. 323: PETA Video Captures Suicide Death Race At Ocala Breeders Sale
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SEE UPDATE BELOW: Arrest made after man attacks PETA investigator A "suicide race" is what jockeys call the sprints young horses are forced to run to get top dollar at places like the Ocala Breeders Sale in Florida. On April 10, 2024, a horse raced to its death, a jockey was hurt, and the president of the sale allegedly assaulted a PETA investigator who captured it all on video. Kathy Guillermo, PETA Sr. VP on Equine Matters describes what happened and why these dangerous race practices must end. Go to Or see the UPDATE: The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights...
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Ep. 322: Misothery? Like Misogyny only Toward Animals says author Jim Mason
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What is misothery? Akin to misogyny, author Jim Mason has coined "misothery" as the phrase describing how we "other" animals. Mason, a co-author with philosopher Peter Singer on "Animal Factories," has written a new edition of his 1993 classic, "An Unnatural Order--Roots of Our Destruction of Nature." Mason connects our "othering" of animals with racism, colonialism, and white supremacy in this conversation with Emil Guillermo. Go to PETA.org for more. The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization, is nine million strong and growing. This is the place to find out...
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Ep.321: For Cesar Chavez Day, A Lesson In Empathy From Barbara J. King
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Cesar Chavez fought for farmworker rights, but he was also a devout animal lover and did not eat animal flesh. In honor of Cesar Chavez Day (March 31), we reprise our interview with Barbara J. King who talks about empathy toward animals. For some like Chavez it's developed over time through their dogs and animal companions, as King explains, recognizing empathy in animals is a two-way street. Contact us at PETA.org The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization, is 9 million strong and growing. This is the place to find out why. Hear from insiders, thought leaders,...
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Ep. 320: The Animal Cruelty of No-Kill Shelters in Los Angeles
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It's an emergency situation at the animal shelters in Los Angeles, which are suffering from an overpopulation problem that, in turn, shuts out the growing number of animals that still need homes. The city's"no-kill" policy was intended to be a "feel-good" measure, but it has resulted in a lack of space in increasingly crowded shelters and animals abandoned on the street. PETA Sr.VP Lisa Lange talks to Emil Guillermo about how the situation got this way and how "no-kill" is no answer to the city's dog and cat overpopulation. The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights...
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Ep. 319: Deaths At the Iditarod Hasten PETA's Call To End Cruel Race
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A third dog died on March 12 at the 2024 Iditarod, the 1,000-mile race of animal cruelty held every year in Alaska. A three-year-old male dog named Henry is the third death in three days. Two other race dogs, Bog, a two-year-old, and George, a four-year-old both died on Sunday. "The Iditarod is the shame of Alaska," said Tracy Reiman, PETA's executive vice president. "How many more dogs need to die before this stops?" These are the first deaths of dogs in the race since 2019. PETA Sr.campaigner Melanie Johnson, who has worked to end the Iditarod for six years, talks to host Emil...
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Ep.318: Get the link to watch New PETA Doc Now Free On YouTube--Exec. Producer Bill Maher's "THE FAILED EXPERIMENT."
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Watch "The Failed Experiment," a new documentary executive produced by Bill Maher, available now for free on YouTube. (See the link below). Kathy Guillermo, PETA Sr.VP on Laboratory Investigations, says too many people don't understand what animal experimentation is all about. Catch up quickly. Listen to the podcast and then watch the documentary to find out how animals continue to be tortured in laboratories in the name of science. The documentary premiered on Prime Video and can still be accessed there. The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization, is 9...
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Ep. 317: "Christspiracy" Director Kip Andersen Asks How would Jesus Kill An Animal For A Meal.
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Kip Andersen, director of "Cowspiracy," "Seaspiracy," and "What the Health," now adds to his accomplishments the new movie, "Christspiracy," on the ethical and spiritual questions around killing animals for meat. With co-creator Kameron Waters, the movie opens in more than 600 theaters on March 20. For tickets, go to and use the code word PETA so that 10 percent of the proceeds will go to PETA. Or press the donate button on the site to give even more. The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization, is 9 million strong and growing. This is the place to find out why. Hear...
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Ep. 316: Anti-Speciesist Theme Anchors Ishmael Reed's "The Shine Challenge, 2024."
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Playwright, author, and poet Ishmael Reed's new play, "The Shine Challenge, 2024," gives animals a voice in the fight for justice. Shine is a black man said to have survived the Titanic in 1912. But he's accused of sinking the ship and put on trial. Who saves the African American Shine? The animals. Specifically, a polar bear and a shark. It's surreal, satirical, and definitely an anti-speciesist work of art. Get a ticket to a private link to watch a pre-recorded live reading. You'll have access to unlimited viewing until March 15, 2024. The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest...
info_outlineIn a conversation from the Philippines, Jason Baker, PETA Sr. VP for PETA-Asia, talks to Emil Guillermo about the effort to save hundreds of animals abandoned after the Taal Volcano, 60 miles south of Manila, erupted on Jan. 12. The Philippine government currently has no plans to help the animals. Since the volcano eruptions began, PETA has been the only group on Taal saving dozens of animals at a time.
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INDEX:
1:28 Jason Baker says logistical problem if 1,000 dogs still on island.
2:47 Full Interview begins, 100 horses saved so far.
3:33 600 horses left. Plenty of animals left on island. Dogs,cats, goats, ducks.
4:10 “Only option on the island is starvation is dehydration “
4:33 PETA has taken off about 140 animals.
5:12 14 Description of 14 kilometer area around the volcano, evacuation zone.
6:09 Why people aren’t expected to return. “A No-Go” Zone.
6:34 “No Government Plan.”
6:49 “They sooner let them starve.”
7:08 Who’s to blame? “It’s the governor and the Coast Guard.”
7:30 We haven’t been stopped from going. Government doesn’t care
8:09 People aren’t trying to get back. People are fearful of toxic gases, lava.
8:29 Fear factor among the people. Government is saying don’t go.
9:03 “We have a dozen people every day.”
9:31 Cars get in. Some stopped by Philippine officials.
10:12 Filipinos however are generous, wanting to help.
10:45 Could be weeks or month of work.
11:12 Animals outside evacuation zone, a few hundred. In evacuation zone, could be 1,000 dogs.
12:35 Fear that volcano could go off again. PETA only ones on the island.
13:04 Story of dog known for two years. Named Palakatik.
14:55 Animals on own. Plenty of dead animals seen. Race against time.
15:32 Least friendly animals now. Work more difficult and urgent.
15:49 What is the environment and air like? Depends on winds.
16:11 Ash on skin. Sky is entirely gray. Thick layer of ash.
17:02 Not well made buildings there. Shacks and tin roofs, not much to them to begin with.
17:27 Government assumes the volcano will take the island. No plan to get animals off.
18:08 Sadness could have been avoided with preparation.
18:35 A reminder to be ready and have a plan.
19:17 The volunteers. 20 hour days. Exhaustion.
19:45 Day starts at 5 am. 12 hours of daylight to work.
20:37 Overwhelmed by people willing to help and volunteer.
20:55 Dog stereotype of Asia is wrong.
21:31 Animal rights and welfare in Asia.
22:45 More on dogs.
24:25 Wasn’t much wildlife concern. Some birds.
24:45 Australia compared to Taal.
25:15 PETA team in Australia.
26:33 Camels shot in NW Australia
27:03 Looking on the positive side, stories of rescue.
27:31 Cat saved on the island.
27:49 Duck saved on the island.
28:05 We have 150 animals. Took my son in to see the saved ones.
28:29 What listeners can do to help.
29:06 People should write the Embassy in Washington; and contribute to the effort.
29:41 Think about your own communities and their emergency preparedness.
30:25 PETAasia.com; Twitter@petaasia
31:25 Waiting for update on animals maybe 30 animals.
32:04 ”No one else will (being doing this) if we weren’t there.”
33:04 End credits.
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Originally published Jan. 22, 2020