Best Protect the Pack Productions Podcasts (2025)

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Rising Anxieties: Shareholder Activism, Cultivated Meat, and Media Bias 14:16

12h ago14:16

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In this week’s episode of Rising Anxieties, Mariann Sullivan examines several developments causing concern within the meat industry. From evolving shareholder activism tactics to questionable comparisons between cultivated meat and lab-grown diamonds, the episode reveals how animal agriculture interests are responding to various challenges while co…

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Teens are using AI. Here’s how parents can talk about it. 23:33

13h ago23:33

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High school and college students graduating in 2026 will have had access to artificial intelligence models like ChatGPT since their freshman year. Teens are using it in creative ways to help them study, but many have also received little to no guidance on responsible use. In this episode, we discuss how to talk to teens about AI, including its risk…

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Dialed Podcast 373 - Best All-Around Rider, Best Value Gravel Groupset, WTF are some drivers thinking??!? 1:29:44

1d ago1:29:44

1:29:44

Send us a text What is the Best All-Around Rider competition, how does it work, and how can you win it? A listener asks for advice on putting together the best value gravel groupset for a bike build. What the [ice cream sandwich] are some drivers thinking? Fit, Healthy & Happy Podcast Welcome to the Fit, Healthy and Happy Podcast hosted by Josh and…

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Boost your mood in 15 minutes 23:58

1d ago23:58

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Sometimes you're just feeling blah: maybe the weather's bad, you can't get out of bed and you're struggling to shake off that listlessness. In these moments, the solution is often simpler than we think. This episode, NPR's Science desk and Life Kit staff present research-backed mood boosters to instantly shake yourself out of a slump and turn your …

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Animal Law Breakthrough: Court Recognizes Dogs as Family Members with Christopher Berry 1:07:16

4d ago1:07:16

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This episode of the Animal Law Podcast features Christopher Berry, Executive Director of the Nonhuman Rights Project, discussing a groundbreaking court case that recognizes companion animals as family members in certain legal contexts. Mariann and Christopher explore how this New York decision challenges decades of precedent that treated beloved pe…

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The Hen Report: “It’s Not Happening” | Protein Myths and Animal Rights Advocacy 43:48

5d ago43:48

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In this week’s Hen Report, Jasmin and Mariann weave through a tapestry of topics with their signature blend of wit and passion. From Rochester’s unseasonably cold August weather to the legal victory against “Alligator Alcatraz,” the conversation takes delightful detours while tackling serious issues like the persistent protein myths still plaguing …

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Dear Life Kit: When money makes relationships murky 20:20

5d ago20:20

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Behavioral scientist Wendy De La Rosa and personal finance expert Katie Gatti Tassin answer murky money questions from Dear Life Kit listeners. Follow us on Instagram: @nprlifekit Sign up for our newsletter here. Have an episode idea or feedback you want to share? Email us at [email protected] Support the show and listen to it sponsor-free by signing…

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Factory Farms are VULNERABLE: Water Scarcity and Activism Are Changing Animal Agriculture | Rising Anxieties 16:44

7d ago16:44

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In this week’s episode of Rising Anxieties, we examine the meat industry’s growing concerns. From water scarcity issues affecting livestock-heavy regions to unexpected anti-vax policy changes impacting animal agriculture, Mariann walks listeners through the headlines that have industry executives worried. The episode covers everything from depletin…

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Road safety for pedestrians and cyclists 16:28

8d ago16:28

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No matter whether you're walking, biking or driving, there are things you can do to stay safe on the road. NPR health correspondent Pien Huang shares her reporting on tips to keep each other safe while sharing our busy streets. Follow us on Instagram: @nprlifekit Sign up for our newsletter here. Have an episode idea or feedback you want to share? E…

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How to deal with intrusive thoughts 20:46

9d ago20:46

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Have you ever had a disturbing thought pop up into your head? Thoughts that are distressing, repetitive and unwanted are called intrusive thoughts. NPR's senior Visuals producer LA Johnson talks with a therapist and a researcher to figure out what these thoughts mean, where they come from and how best to handle them. Follow us on Instagram: @nprlif…

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Little Red Barns: Exposing Factory Farms and Fascism with Will Potter 59:47

11d ago59:47

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This episode explores the powerful connections between factory farming, political repression, and the rise of authoritarianism with award-winning investigative journalist Will Potter. In a thought-provoking conversation about his new book Little Red Barns: Hiding the Truth from Farm to Fable, Potter reveals how his decade-long investigation uncover…

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Ouch, I've got a crick! Neck pain 101 26:38

13d ago26:38

26:38

Have you ever woken up with a crick in your neck after a bad night's sleep? Or feel like you can't rotate your head? Many people will experience neck pain at some point in life. Luckily, there are science-backed treatments and exercises to ease those nagging aches. This episode, a spine surgeon, sports medicine doctor, sleep expert and physical the…

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A better way to support your teens as they go back to school 22:56

14d ago22:56

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Today's teens struggle with perfectionism and mood swings, and their parents struggle to have hard conversations with them, according to a 2024 Walton Family Foundation and Gallup poll. Teen psychologist Lisa Damour explains how parents can better support their kids as a new school year begins. This episode originally published August 27, 2024. Fol…

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Quitting isn't always bad. How to know when it's time to walk away 18:02

16d ago18:02

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Quitting is often associated with failure. But choosing to walk away from a goal can help you save time, identify what you truly want and create space for other pursuits. This episode, how to evaluate your goal, figure out its cost and know when it's time to throw in the towel. For handpicked podcast recommendations every week, subscribe to NPR’s P…

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Dialed Podcast 372 - TdF Femmes, Weighing in on Weight, eBike Domination and Are You Packing Protection? 1:29:54

16d ago1:29:54

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Send us a text We're all finally back together to discuss the TdF Femmes, should we be critiquing or discussing people's weight, are eBikes threatening cycling as we know it, and are you packing heat? We also answer some listener questions, and per usual, go off on a few tangents. Enjoy the podcast! Fit, Healthy & Happy Podcast Welcome to the Fit, …

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What eating disorders do to the brain and body 14:08

19d ago14:08

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Eating disorders are complicated illnesses that are often misunderstood. Dr. Eva Trujillo, a specialist in eating disorders, says eating disorders "literally rewire the brain," decrease brain size and make it harder to concentrate and regulate emotions. Emily Kwong, host of NPR's Short Wave, talks about the physical and mental impacts of eating dis…

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The Hen Report: “A Relatively Uncontroversial Proposition” | Animal Rights Strategy with Michael Dorf 1:30:55

19d ago1:30:55

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This episode features a conversation with Michael Dorf, Cornell Law School professor and animal advocate, who shares insights from his presentations at Vegan Summerfest. Jasmin and Mariann discuss their upcoming “staycation” plans while reflecting on the early days of Our Hen House. This episode explores: How human rights frameworks can be applied …

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Tiny pep talks for everyday problems 13:34

22d ago13:34

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We use encouragement and support to get through life's big moments. But what about a little pep talk for those smaller moments, like when it's raining and your dog needs to go out? Or some inspiration to help you parallel park or send that email you've been avoiding? In this episode, Paula Skaggs and Josh Linden, co-authors of the book Tiny Pep Tal…

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How to talk to your parents about their money 20:05

23d ago20:05

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Helping an aging parent with end-of-life planning? Financial journalist Cameron Huddleston explains how to broach the topic with your parents — and the documents and plans they should have in place. This episode originally published on Sept. 25, 2023. For handpicked podcast recommendations every week, subscribe to NPR’s Pod Club newsletter at npr.o…

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Senior Dog Rescue Champions: A Conversation with Sherri Franklin of Muttville 1:04:04

25d ago1:04:04

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In this heartwarming episode, Jasmin and Mariann welcome Sherri Franklin, founder and executive director of Muttville Senior Dog Rescue, a groundbreaking organization that has saved over 13,000 senior dogs since 2007. What began with just 27 dogs in Sherri’s kitchen has transformed into a revolutionary cage-free shelter in San Francisco that now re…

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Is your phone becoming a time suck? Try a boring phone 21:09

26d ago21:09

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Phones can be addicting: There are endless texts to answer, notifications to check and games to play. We often end up on our phones without intending to. But Jose Briones, author of Low Tech Life: A guide to Mindful Digital Minimalism, says there is a solution. This episode, tips on quitting your smartphone in favor of simpler technology. This epis…

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The Hen Report: “YouTube Is Ruining My Personality” | Content Creation Challenges & Animal Rights News 36:04

26d ago36:04

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In this delightfully candid episode of The Hen Report, Jasmin and Mariann dive into a mix of animal rights victories, personal news, and the peculiarities of content creation in the digital age. Episode Highlights: Jasmin’s Big News: Jasmin reveals she’ll be playing Judy Garland in “End of the Rainbow” at Center Stage Theater in Rochester this Dece…

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Animal Ag’s Legal Panic: Activism Crackdowns, Banned Dairy Ads, and Perdue’s Fishy Chicken Nuggets | Rising Anxieties 15:03

28d ago15:03

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In this week’s delightfully disturbing dive into animal agriculture’s paranoia, Mariann Sullivan unpacks the industry’s latest pearl-clutching over those pesky activists who have the audacity to…checks notes…document actual conditions on farms. Gasp! From Canadian farmers fretting about undercover investigations to Perdue shaping chicken meat into …

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Be a houseguest who gets invited back 19:47

29d ago19:47

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Whether you're sleeping on your old friend's couch or staying with a family member for a long weekend, we have tips to make sure your presence is a gift and not a chore. What's the ideal amount of time to stay with your host? Should you strip the bed when you leave? When your host says, "Make yourself at home," what does that really mean? In this e…

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How to avoid counterfeit and unsafe products online 21:58

30d ago21:58

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Almost 7 in 10 consumers were misled into purchasing counterfeit items online at least one time in the last year, according to a 2023 study from Michigan State University. And buying knockoff versions of products can be dangerous. Kari Kammel, the director at the Center for Anti Counterfeiting and Product Protection at Michigan State University, sh…

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Dialed Podcast 371 - Was the TdF boring? New riding destinations? Why are we so busy? 1:34:25

1M ago1:34:25

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Send us a text We recap some final thoughts on the Tour and debate whether or not it was boring. We also plot some new riding destinations and why they are on our radar. discuss why we have been so freaking busy, and cover some great listener questions from the EPO Chainmail. Enjoy the podcast! Fit, Healthy & Happy Podcast Welcome to the Fit, Healt…

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Defending Animal Protection Laws: Legislative Strategies Against Big Ag Pushback 1:04:03

1M ago1:04:03

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In this collaborative episode with Animal Policy Alliance, Our Hen House explores the critical defensive battles being waged in state legislatures to protect animals from harmful agricultural industry bills. From blocking anti-drone legislation in Missouri to defeating rabbit farming expansion in Connecticut, our guests share their strategies for l…

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The Hen Report: “Lie, lie, lie. Deny, deny, deny” | Fairlife Dairy Investigation Shutters Factory Farm 29:26

1M ago29:26

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In this episode of The Hen Report, Mariann and Jasmin welcome back Richard “Kudo” Couto of Animal Recovery Mission (ARM) for a crucial follow-up to his interview from episode 819. When Kudo first appeared on the show, his major investigation into Woodcrest Dairy was just breaking, and he couldn’t share all the details. Now he returns to reveal how …

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Are seed oils really bad for you? Researchers unpack RFK Jr.'s claims 15:42

1M ago15:42

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Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and others have said that seed oils, like soybean, corn and sunflower oils, are poisoning Americans. But what does the research say? NPR health correspondent Maria Godoy speaks with nutrition and fatty acids scientists about the most common concerns with seed oils. Learn more about sponsor message choices: pod…

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Trump’s Egg-scuses, Pork Politics, and Farmers’ Crocodile Tears: This Week in Animal Ag Absurdity | Rising Anxieties 17:15

1M ago17:15

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In this week’s Rising Anxieties, Mariann Sullivan dives into the theater of the absurd that is animal agriculture politics. From the Trump administration’s laughable attempt to blame California’s cage-free egg laws for nationwide price hikes (spoiler alert: it’s actually bird flu), to pork industry lobbyists desperately trying to justify their exis…

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Hidden ways technology can influence your parenting decisions 26:21

1M ago26:21

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From pregnancy tracking apps to smart baby monitors, technology is ingrained in parenthood at every turn. But at what cost? In this episode, Amanda Hess, author of Second Life: Having a Child in the Digital Age, shares how data, metrics and our relationship to technology can shape child-rearing — and create barriers between parents and their kids. …

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How journaling can help you through hard times 19:35

1M ago19:35

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For Suleika Jaouad, journaling has been a source of solace through life's ups and downs for as long as she can remember. Writing in her journal helps her process, reflect and make meaning from painful experiences. In her book, The Book of Alchemy: A Creative Practice for an Inspired Life, Jaouad shares writing prompts from writers, artists and thin…

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Challenging “Alligator Alcatraz”: The Legal Fight to Protect the Everglades with Elise Bennett 55:19

1M ago55:19

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In this compelling episode, Mariann Sullivan speaks with Elise Bennett, Senior Attorney at the Center for Biological Diversity, about the lawsuit challenging the controversial immigration detention facility in Florida’s Everglades. Bennett details how this hastily constructed center in Big Cypress National Preserve threatens endangered species, wat…

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