Ep. 355: Oreos Vegan But Not Cruelty Free? PETA Wants To Change the Food Industry
Release Date: 11/20/2024
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Thinking SeaWorld has gotten better? Remember "Blackfish." We reprise the first of a two-part conversation with SeaWorld whistle blower John Hargrove. He was featured in the documentary, "Blackfish," and told his story in his New York Times best seller "Beneath the Surface,." In this conversation with host Emil Guillermo, Hargrove reflects on how he became the moral voice for orcas in captivity. When you're done, you'll want to listen to part two The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization, is 9 million strong and growing. Music provided by...
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Need another reason not to go to Sea World? The park released the news that a dolphin had died recently in its San Antonio Park. One of the "founders," the dolphin was called. But it made no mention of the cruelty the animal endured during 50 years of imprisonment. PETA's Melanie Johnson, Sr.Manager of the Animals In Entertainment Campaign talks to Emil Guillermo on the dolphin who died, and an update on why you should stay away from Sea World. Go to PETA.org for more. The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization, is 9 million strong and growing. Hosted by...
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The shaky underpinnings of horse racing in America were revealed in a recent New York Times article. The headline was stark: "Dead Athletes. Empty Stands. Why are We Paying Billions to Keep This Sport Alive?" Investigative reporter Noah Schactman asked the questions that have needed to be asked for a long time--and reveals why horse racing--at least in New York State didn't die long ago. Listen to the podcast. The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization, is 9 million strong and growing. Hosted by Emil Guillermo. Music provided by CarbonWorks. Go to Apple...
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The First Amendment is being applied to a basic animal rights issue that could end the torture at NIH laboratories. PETA's Chief Legal Officer Jeff Kerr explains it all to Emil Guillermo. The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization, is 9 million strong and growing. Hosted by Emil Guillermo. Music provided by CarbonWorks. Go to Apple podcasts and subscribe. Contact and follow host Emil Guillermo on X @emilamok Or at Get this podcast on Thanks for listening to THE PETA PODCAST! Originally published March 19, 2025; Copyright 2025, all rights reserved.
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It's too easy to escape scrutiny if you're a laboratory that harms animals routinely. It takes PETA to go undercover to get the 24-7 truth. Listen to what an investigator found what High Quality Research in Colorado was doing to dogs and cats. The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization, is 9 million strong and growing. Hosted by Emil Guillermo. Music provided by CarbonWorks. Go to Apple podcasts and subscribe. Contact and follow host Emil Guillermo on X @emilamok Or at Get this podcast on Thanks for listening to THE PETA PODCAST! Originally published...
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In 1975, philosopher Peter Singer argued for the end of tyranny by human animals over non-human animals. His book "Animal Liberation," has been an ethical compass for several generations of animal rights activists. In this conversation with Emil Guillermo, Singer talks about the changes in the last five decades, how his book helped bring about those changes, and how there's still much work to do to convince society that speciesism is wrong. Go to PETA.org for more information. The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization, is 9 million strong and growing. This is...
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In 1975, philosopher Peter Singer argued for the end of tyranny by human animals over non-human animals. His book "Animal Liberation," has been an ethical compass for several generations of animal rights activists. In this conversation with Emil Guillermo, Singer talks about the changes in the last five decades, how his book helped bring about those changes, and how there's still much work to do to convince society that speciesism is wrong. Go to PETA.org for more information. The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization, is 9 million strong and growing. This is...
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Still wondering about Ozempic and Wegovy? We reprise our talk about "Power Foods." It's cheaper, safer, and works. Dr. Neal Barnard talks about his new book with Emil Guillermo on how you can let the good foods you eat do the heavy lifting in your weight loss fight. It's all in "The Power Foods Diet," now available wherever books are sold. The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization, is 9 million strong and growing. Hosted by Emil Guillermo. Music provided by CarbonWorks. Go to Apple podcasts and subscribe. Contact and follow host Emil Guillermo on X...
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Dr. John P. Gluck was honored with PETA's Trailblazing Advocacy Award in 2021 for being a shining example of ethics in science. In this conversation with Emil Guillermo, Dr. Gluck-- a one-time animal experimenter who studied with the infamous Harry Harlow--describes his transformation from an animal experimenter to a compassionate bioethicist committed to a cruelty-free science. Gluck's book, "Voracious Science and Vulnerable Animals," has become a guide for a new generation of scientists seeking to practice a science aligned with their ethical identity. Gluck describes his transition...
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CARGO Act stands for "Cease Animal Research Grants Overseas." When PETA uncovered the waste and cruelty, a bill was introduced by Democrats and Republicans that could save billions spent by NIH (National Institutes of Health) The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization with all its global entities, is 9 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. Hosted by Emil...
info_outlineOreos may be vegan, but they aren't cruelty-free. Parent company Mondelez is now under pressure from PETA.
Dr. Frances Cheng, PETA scientist, explains the ridiculous experiments being done on animals and how you can stop them. Cheng also owns a small vegan restaurant and says if you prefer cruelty-free products like cosmetics, you should check out PETA's "Eating Without Experiments."