Texas Chainsaw Mailbag – Episode 110
This week, the bearded duo once again dig into the depths of the mailbag to answer listener questions, comments and concerns. Topics range from the frivolous (favorite vegan bands, pet peeves) to the serious (thoughts on no kill shelters and whether bringing a child into the world can be ethical or altruistic) and everything in between! Plus, Paul and Andy announce their plans for their annual winter break, which is taking a different shape this year.
Articles discussed:
10 Reasons To Say No To Farmed Animals As A Gift
Field Roast Sells Out To Big Meat + Vegan 2017 Film Review– Episode 109
This week, Paul and Andy discuss a particularly delicious dish found in NYC before diving into some follow up and and a break down of the week’s news including the revelation that Field Roast was acquired by Maple Leaf Foods, the largest meat producer in Canada. Is the latest in a long line of similar acquisitions a net positive for animals, or are they just over it? Plus they review Vegan 2017, the latest installment in the annual film series from Plant Based News.
Restaurants Discussed:
Blossom (New York, NY)
Chick Pea & Olive (New York, NY)
Articles discussed:
Government Promises Animals ‘Will Be Recognized As Sentient’ After Brexit
Maple Leaf buys meat alternative brand Field Roast for $120m (Dec 1st, 2017)
Maple Leaf Foods sets out plan to be sustainability world leader
A Priveleged Vegan – “we will see a vegan world under capitalism?”
Is Taking Direct Action For Animals Terrorism? – Episode 108
This week, Paul and Andy wade into the waters of direct action by asking if liberating animals should be considered terrorism. With the Animal Liberation Front listed as one of the top domestic terror threats by the FBI, is such a label a proportionate response to the threat? Additionally they break down the week’s news and talk about vegan food adventures in CT and NYC.
Restaurants visited:
JaJaJa (New York, NY)
S3E27 – Season 3 Finale! – Last Dance with Melicent
Season 3 Finale! Last Dance with Melicent – one more time to kill the pain
Our cast includes:
Josiah – Dungeon Master and Creator of the campaign
David – Alfred the Weird, the Tiefling Bard
Paul – Sherlock Gnomes, Gnome Detective
Rob – Talon, the Half-Elf Sorcerer/Monk
Shawn – Thaddeus, the Half-Orc Paladin
Is A Vegan World Possible? – Episode 107
In this week’s episode, the bearded duo talk about what they’ve been eating, break down the week’s vegan news, and conclude with the question, is a vegan world possible or do humans just love the taste of meat too much
Food:
Healthful Essence (Atlanta, GA)
Vegreens (Duluth, GA)
News:
365 (whole foods store brand) coconut whipped topping
Trader Joes – coconut whipped topping
Reddi-whip (almond and coconut based)
Italy Bans All Animals in Circuses
World Scientists Warn: Time Is Running Out – We Must Move Toward Plant Based Foods
Main Discussion:
Stop pretending that all Americans could ever go vegan: There are more realistic ways to combat climate change.
The Prius-driving vegan vs. the meat-eating bicyclist: Who’s the better environmentalist?
S3E26 – Having a Ball
Having a ball – in which our party parties hard with some guards to get them off their guard… and Talon’s fortune finally comes true.
Our cast includes:
Josiah – Dungeon Master and Creator of the campaign
David – Alfred the Weird, the Tiefling Bard
Paul – Sherlock Gnomes, Gnome Detective
Rob – Talon, the Half-Elf Sorcerer/Monk
Shawn – Thaddeus, the Half-Orc Paladin
Should Vegans Advocate For Human Population Control? – Episode 106
Move over, meat. Tyson Foods’ CEO is excited about plant proteins.
‘Tofurky Trot’ Race To Raise Awareness Of Farmed Animals’ Plight Ahead Of Thanksgiving
Vegan Food Truck Serves Free Meals to the Homeless
The Last Taboo
Modern-day eugenics? Prisoners sterilized for shorter sentences
I’m an environmental journalist, but I never write about overpopulation. Here’s why.
You might be among the richest people in the world and not realize it
S3E25 – A Band of Traveling Nude Invisible Butlers
A band of traveling nude invisible butlers – in which our party makes their way to the palace.
Our cast includes:
Josiah – Dungeon Master and Creator of the campaign
David – Alfred the Weird, the Tiefling Bard
Paul – Sherlock Gnomes, Gnome Detective
Rob – Talon, the Half-Elf Sorcerer/Monk
Shawn – Thaddeus, the Half-Orc Paladin
Vegan News Roundup – Episode 105
DaJen Eats (Orlando, FL)
Crust Vegan Bakery (Philadelphia)
Brown Stew Cauliflower
New Campaign Calls For Animal Rescue Groups To Adopt A Vegan Policy
Circuses Banned From Using Elephants In New York State
VEGAN 2017 Trailer
South Philly Meatball Contest Ends in Vegan Meatball Controversy
U.S. moves to revoke claim that soy protein protects the heart
CALLING FOUL ON MCDONALD’S NEW CHICKEN WELFARE POLICY
88% Campaign