The Hen Report: “It’s the only thing that makes any sense” – A conversation about animals, truth, and hope

On this week’s Hen Report, Jasmin and Mariann explore how we maintain focus on animal advocacy during times of broader crisis, discussing everything from the power of repetition in countering industry narratives to the latest developments in vegan food innovation. Through personal stories and current events, they examine why animal rights remains a crucial lens for understanding and addressing global challenges.

Key Discussion Points:

• How the “illusory truth effect” impacts animal advocacy
• Recent developments in vegan alternatives and industry response
• The significance of the UK’s first vegan Michelin star restaurant
• Updates on the bird flu crisis and egg alternatives
• Personal experiences navigating vegan advocacy in daily life
• The enduring importance of animal rights in times of crisis

RESOURCES

• Mariann’s article in The Cornell Law Review: Desperate Times and Desperate Measures
• Animal Law Podcast 117: The Case of the Frankenchicken
• The effects of repetition frequency on the illusory truth effect
• Vegan Restaurant Wins Michelin Star In UK First
• Is Fake Meat Better for You Than Real Meat?
• Dunkin’ is no longer charging extra for nondairy milk
• Bone appétit! Dog treats from lab-grown meat are hitting the U.K. market
• The Unnatural History of Bird Flu
• One state’s flawed, desperate new plan to fix its egg shortage
• Just Egg Becomes America’s Most Reliable Egg
• Wild fish use visual cues to recognize individual divers
• Lab mice may give ‘first aid’ to unconscious mates

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