THE PETA PODCAST

After a PETA investigation found 10,000 parakeets in one inhumane shed at Creekside Birds in Oklahoma, comes this realization. Most of these parakeets are funnelled to the biggest pet stores around the country. Should you buy a parakeet in order to rescue them from this system? PETA's Chrissie Matthies has rescued 8 parakeets and tells Emil how she strives to give them the best life possible. The...

Dr. John P. Gluck was honored with PETA's Trailblazing Advocacy Award in 2021 for being a shining example of ethics in science. The one-time animal experimenter, who studied with the infamous Harry Harlow, describes his own transformation from animal experimenter to a compassionate bioethicist committed to a cruelty-free science. In conversation with Emil Guillermo, Gluck talks about his childhood...

Washington state's public health board won't do anything. Neither will the Univ. of Washington. They won't notify the public about how lab workers are getting sick from viruses and pathogens carried by monkeys.  Emil talks with Dr. Lisa Jones-Engel, PETA primatologist. Take action at PETA.org   The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization, is ten million strong and growing...

Washington state's public health board won't do anything. Neither will the Univ. of Washington. They won't notify the public about how lab workers are getting sick from viruses and pathogens carried by monkeys.  Emil talks with Dr. Lisa Jones-Engel, PETA primatologist. Take action at PETA.org   The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization, is ten million strong and growing...

A shed with 10,000 parakeets in Oklahoma.  Many of them diseased, and ultimately killed illegally. The rest go to PetSmart, Petco and others at $50 or more. PETA VP Dan Paden describes the immoral parakeet funnel that profits big companies but is pure hell for the animals. In conversation with host Emil Guillermo. Get more info. See the evidence. Take Action.   The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's l...

"The Hidden Nations of Animals" is a new book by Ryan Huling, in conversation with Emil Guillermo. Described as a travelogue, the book takes us into the worlds that are right under our eyes, and shows how the animals have found a way to continue despite displacement by modernization. The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization, is ten million strong and growing.  Hosted b...

Why isn't there a cure for sepsis? Maybe it's because the government spends over a billion dollars on useless animal research. Kyle Busch's death is a reminder of how the U.S. is behind the times when it comes to curing a disease like sepsis.  PETA's Dr. Emily Trunnell talks to Emil Guillermo how PETA is suing NIH over wasteful sepsis experiments that have left us without a cure. The PETA Podcast...

During this Triple Crown Season, horse racing loses its grip. PETA Sr. VP Kathy Guillermo breaks down the scandals hitting horse racing at the peak of the Triple Crown season.  The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization, is ten million strong and growing.  Hosted by Emil Guillermo.   Music provided by CarbonWorks. Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you get your...

PETA's Amber Canavan, Associate Director of Vegan Campaigns, talks to Emil about the cruelty behind the phrase, "Cage-free Eggs," and why consumers should be wary when they see it in stores. Learn more at PETA.org The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization, is ten million strong and growing.  Hosted by Emil Guillermo.   Music provided by CarbonWorks. Please subscribe, ra...

Dr. Katherine Roe, PETA Chief Scientist, Laboratory Investigations, describes the animal cruelty by experimenters at the UMASS-Chan Center. And what you can do to stop them. Take Action. Go to PETA.org/chan The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization, is ten million strong and growing.  Hosted by Emil Guillermo.   Music provided by CarbonWorks. Please subscribe, rate, and...

We answer the top questions we get to PETA.org.  What are people most curious about? The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization, is ten million strong and growing.  Hosted by Emil Guillermo.   Music provided by CarbonWorks. Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you get your podcasts. Thanks for listening to THE PETA PODCAST!  © PETA, All rights reserved. copyright...

We reprise Part Two of a conversation with author Dominick Thompson. If you're struggling stayng vegan, get inspired by Thompson, the author of "Eat Like Elephants Eat." He stayed vegan while in prison. The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization, is ten million strong and growing.  Hosted by Emil Guillermo.   Music provided by CarbonWorks. Please subscribe, rate, and rev...

As the world seems to be going crazy about Ozempic, Wegovy, most have ignored the fine print warnings. We reprise our podcast that points out there's a safer way to GLP1 paradise if one eats "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. The PETA Podcast PETA...

Here's what you need to know about the Ridglan Dogs of Wisconsin. Ridglan is being forced out of the animal cruelty business, but a court gave the breeder until July 2026 to turn in its license. And so the cruelty continues unless you let Ridglan and Wisconsin know it's time for the animal abuse to stop now. PETA's Dr. Alka Chandna explains what can be done in a conversation with Emil Guillermo. T...

Thinking about a bunny as a gift for Easter? Listen to PETA2's Reilly Park first. Most people don't know anything about bunnies before they adopt one during Easter for a child. Park tells Emil Guillermo why real bunnies rarely last a year after given as gifts, creating a massive problem in abandoned rabbits nationwide. (Due to a technical issue, we are republishing this post as Ep. 423) The PETA P...

Thinking about a bunny as a gift for Easter? Listen to PETA2's Reilly Park first. Most people don't know anything about bunnies before they adopt one during Easter for a child. Park tells Emil Guillermo why real bunnies rarely last a year after given as gifts, creating a massive problem in abandoned rabbits nationwide. (Due to a technical issue, we are republishing this post as Ep. 423) The PETA P...

Thinking about a bunny as a gift for Easter? Listen to PETA2's Reilly Park first. Most people don't know anything about bunnies before they adopt one during Easter for a child. Park tells Emil Guillermo why real bunnies rarely last a year after given as gifts, creating a massive problem in abandoned rabbits nationwide.   The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization, is nin...

What does it mean when the biggest dog show in the world gives Best in Show to the dog of a convicted animal abuser? Emil Guillermo talks to Jennifer White of PETA.UK Take action go to peta.org.uk and speak out on Crufts.   The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization, is nine million strong and growing.  Hosted by Emil Guillermo.   Music provided by CarbonWorks. Please su...

Given the current situation of the nation and the world, and the coincidence of Women's Month, we reprise our interview with Jim Mason, a co-author with philosopher Peter Singer on "Animal Factories." Mason's written a new edition of his 1993 classic, "An Unnatural Order--Roots of Our Destruction of Nature," where he connects our "othering" of animals with racism, sexism, colonialism, and white su...

Dr. Lisa Jones-Engel talks about two recent examples of imported monkeys lost during use or transport. It's an even graver public health threat than you think. In conversation with Emil Guillermo.  Go to PETA.org to take action PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization with all its global entities, is 9 million strong and growing. Hosted by Emil Guillermo. Powered by PETA activism. Cont...

Viola is an elephant who has been held in captivity by circuses for more than 56 years. See why PETA calls her "The Most Desperate Elephant in the World." Debbie Metzler, PETA's Director of Captive Wildlife speaks with Emil Guillermo about Viola. Go to PETA.org for more. -- PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization with all its global entities, is 9 million strong and growing. Hosted by...

In an unprecedented action, a national primate center made a bold move toward ending animal experimentation and becoming a sanctuary.  Amy Meyer, PETA's Associate Director of Primate Experimentation Campaigns, speaks with Emil Guillermo about the signficance of the Oregon Health and Science University's step toward ending monkey experiments at its Oregon National Primate Research Center. Go to PET...

In an unprecedented action, a national primate center made a bold move toward ending animal experimentation and becoming a sanctuary.  Amy Meyer, PETA's Associate Director of Primate Experimentation Campaigns, speaks with Emil Guillermo about the signficance of the Oregon Health and Science University's step toward ending monkey experiments at its Oregon National Primate Research Center. Go to PET...

In an unprecedented action, a national primate center made a bold move toward ending animal experimentation and becoming a sanctuary.  Amy Meyer, PETA's Associate Director of Primate Experimentation Campaigns, speaks with Emil Guillermo about the signficance of the Oregon Health and Science University's step toward ending monkey experiments at its Oregon National Primate Research Center. Go to PET...

Hennifer Coolidge? The activist bot that looks like a chicken and named for the Vegan Queen, Jennifer Coolidge? Yes, that Hennifer Coolidge. She was at the Grammys. And she'll be at the Super Bowl. And even the award shows of all award shows, the Oscars. PETA's Ashley Frohnert guided her as she met celebrities at the Grammys. She dishes to host Emil Guillermo.