The Animal Wellness Podcast

Good intentions with a tragic result for a bear--Episode 27

Oregon first-responder Gene Davies took an unusual call on April 7: A young bear was playing on a rural road in Greensville, where Davies is fire chief. After Davies arrived, the friendly animal insisted on staying with him, so to make sure the bear would be safe, he took it home while arrangements were made with a rescue agency. Enter the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife and yet more proof that when it comes to animal rescue, it is often true that no good deed goes unpunished.
 
Davies tells host Joseph Grove and Scott Beckstead, Oregon director of campaigns for Animal Wellness Action, the story of how the best of intentions resulted in criminal charges for him and the barrel of a gun for the bear.
 
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David Brooks on his new book, "Animal Dreams"--Episode 26

David Brooks is an Australian author, poet and essayist who visited The Animal Wellness Podcast to discuss his newest book, "Animal Dreams." The collection of essays examines what non-human animals think of other animals and, by extension, how they treat them.
 
Wayne Pacelle and Marty Irby from Animal Wellness Action are joined by host Joseph Grove.
 
Music from https://filmmusic.io: "Fearless First" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com); License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

Kangaroos are NOT shoes! Episode 25

Kangaroos are the No. 1 commercially slaughtered mammal in the world. Hunted in the dark of night, their offspring pulled from lifeless mothers only to be beaten to death by clubs, kangaroos are killed in horrific numbers to make leather for soccer shoes.
A new micro-documentary produced by guest Gavin Polone shows how athletic wear is made from among nature's most fascinating and unique creatures. See the documentary at www.animalwellnessaction.org, and go here to sign a petition for Nike, one of the largest retailers of these cruelty-driven products.
Wayne Pacelle and Marty Irby from Animal Wellness Action are joined by host Joseph Grove.
 
Music from https://filmmusic.io: "Fearless First" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com); License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)
 
 

Animal Wellness: What's Ahead in 2021--Episode 24

Not since FDR swept Herbert Hoover from office in 1932 has there been such a seismic shift in the nation's government. What does that mean for animals as their advocates prepare to navigate a new political landscape? Wayne Pacelle and Marty Irby from Animal Wellness Action join host Joseph Grove to look ahead, as well as to review some accomplishments and disappointments in their work with the outgoing Congress.
 
Music from https://filmmusic.io: "Fearless First" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com); License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

Are Mink Farms about to Undo the Work toward a COVID Vaccine?--Episode 23

Scott Beckstead, the newly appointed director of campaigns for Animal Wellness Action, discusses his childhood experiences on a mink farm as well as the mink's extraordinary ability to catch, mutate and re-lease the Corona virus to humans. Will we ever learn?
Executive director Marty Irby provides news on the Big Cat Safety Act and the Horse Racing Integrity Act, and founder Wayne Pacelle talks strategy for dealing with mink farms. Joseph Grove hosts.
 
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PAST Act Faces Challenges, Featuring Guest Clant Seay--Episode 22

As Congress prepares to adjourn ahead of the January 2021 inauguration, Animal Wellness Action finds its PAST Act momentum challenged by groups inside the animal-welfare community. Anti-soring grassroots organizer Clant Seay, a.k.a. Billy Go Boy, makes an impassioned appeal to get the bill voted and signed into law.
Wayne Pacelle and Marty Irby from Animal Wellness Action join host Joseph Grove.
Music from https://filmmusic.io: "Fearless First" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com); License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)
 

Bad News for Big-Lickers and Part II of Monty Roberts--Episode 21

Marty Irby, executive director of Animal Wellness Action, shares big news for the PAST Act. In addition, host Joseph Grove continues the conversation with horse-trainer Monty Roberts, who is recognized globally for his pioneering methods in violence-free training as well as his work with sufferers of PTSD.
 
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Part I: Monty Roberts on Violence-Free Training and Horse Protection--Episode 20

Monty Roberts is recognized globally for his pioneering methods in violence-free training for horses as well as his work with sufferers of PTSD. In this first of two parts, Roberts talks about how he overcame horrific child abuse to eventually become the horse-trainer for Queen Elizabeth II.
Also: Marty Irby, himself recently recognized by Her Majesty, shares exciting news from the Hill on legislative protections for our equine friends.
Host Joseph Grove also is joined by Wayne Pacelle, founder of Animal Wellness Action and the bestselling author of "The Humane Economy."
 
Music from https://filmmusic.io: "Fearless First" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com); License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)