Barn & Beyond - A Barn Sanctuary Podcast

In this episode of Barn & Beyond , Chase sits down with Alicia MacLean, Barn Sanctuary’s Animal Care Director, for a conversation about her lifelong dedication to animal care and the journey that brought her to where she is today. With more than 15 years of experience working with animals and over 8 years as part of the Barn Sanctuary team, Alicia shares what she has learned from the residents...

In this episode of Barn & Beyond , we sit down with Daniel Parilo, a neuroscience graduate of Notre Dame, for a thoughtful conversation about what it means for animals to think, feel, and experience the world. Drawing from ideas in animal sentience, consciousness, and cognition, Daniel helps us explore how science is reshaping the way we understand nonhuman minds. Together, we discuss the grow...

In Season 1, Episode 6 of Barn & Beyond , host Chase welcomes special guests Jessica Haze, a longtime Barn Sanctuary volunteer, MOB Beauty collaborator, and vegan and cruelty-free beauty and fashion professional, along with Sadie Quagliotto, social media specialist and founder of Hip in Detroit , an online community centered on all things Detroit. Together, they share their experiences at Barn...

In this episode of Barn & Beyond , host Chase DeBack sits down with Barn Sanctuary’s Director of Facilities, Jack Shankland, for a thoughtful conversation about the work that keeps a sanctuary running and evolving. Jack shares updates on the sanctuary’s facilities, reflects on some of the biggest changes he has witnessed over his last six years there, and tells stories that reveal both the cha...

Welcome to the latest episode of the Barn & Beyond Podcast! This week, we’re joined by Brent Hagood, the inspiring owner and founder of “one to save many”—a vegan clothing brand that donates 100% of its profits to animal-forward organizations such as the Humane Society and Farmed Animal Sanctuaries. Brent shares his personal journey to becoming vegan, offering insights into how he stays true t...

In this insightful episode of “Barn & Beyond,” host Chase welcomes co-founder Tom McKernan to discuss the origins of Barn Sanctuary. Tom shares personal stories about his childhood spent on the property, long before it became Barn Sanctuary, offering listeners a unique perspective on the sanctuary’s roots. The conversation dives deep into the founding story, highlighting the challenges and ins...

In this episode of Barn & Beyond, we dive into the inspiring world of Barn Sanctuary with founder Dan McKernan. Dan shares heartfelt animal rescue stories and behind-the-scenes insights into his visit back to Barn Sanctuary from Australia. Host Chase discusses his personal journey in vegan advocacy and education, reflecting on his experiences with animal sanctuaries and the impact they've had...

Welcome to the very first episode of "Barn & Beyond: A Barn Sanctuary Podcast," where we explore heartfelt stories of animal rescue and sanctuary life. Our debut guest is Dan McKernan, founder and board chair of Barn Sanctuary, joining us with an exciting update straight from Australia! We're also joined by Barn Sanctuary's executive director, Lori, who shares her unique insights and experienc...