Blimey. There's a thorny one. Or is it? Could the answer be as simple as "yes" or "no"? Well, the length of this episode would suggest that Mark, Julie & Anthony either took their time with their one word answers, or there was slightly more to it than that.

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275- Can you support animal rights and 'own' a 'pet'?

Being a 'prok producer' can't be much fun as it is...so maybe it's just out of good grace that UK supermarket Morrisons is dropping several of its suppliers, citing a "challenging economic climate". As ever, we read behind the headlines and for this episode it's David, Paul & Dominic with their magnifying glasses out & analysing the week's animal rights & vegan headlines.

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Enough of the Falafel is a community of people who love keeping on top of the latest news in the world of veganism & animal rights. With the Vegan Week podcast, we aim to keep listeners (& ourselves) informed & up-to-date with the latest developments that affect vegans & non-human animals; giving insight, whilst staying balanced; remaining true to our vegan ethics, whilst constantly seeking to grow & develop.

Each week we look through news stories from the past 7 days in the world of veganism & animal rights.

If you spot any news stories that might catch our fancy, or have an idea for a discussion topic, get in touch via enoughofthefalafel@gmail.com.

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This week's stories:

https://www.fgr.co.uk/news/partnership-vegan-trademark-26/ 

https://bnrnews.bg/en/post/469799/animal-rights-activists-demand-humane-treatment-of-newborn-calves 

https://www.intrafish.com/salmon/cooke-again-accused-of-animal-welfare-violations/2-1-1990027 

https://plantbasednews.org/lifestyle/food/lidl-two-kinds-of-vegan-caviar/ 

https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/You-can-get-a-free-tattoo-and-vegan-steak-sandwich-in-London-next-weekend/61653/ 

https://www.fwi.co.uk/business/markets-and-trends/meat-prices/morrisons-abattoir-serves-notice-to-pig-producers 

https://www.theanimalreader.com/2026/05/11/joey-carbstrong-arrested-after-new-animal-cruelty-investigation/ 

https://www.newsletter.co.uk/country-and-farming/anger-at-deeply-insulting-ideological-attack-balmoral-show-billboard-from-animal-rights-activists-pushing-dairy-farmers-to-go-vegan-8541777 

https://www.independent.co.uk/news/business/chris-packham-british-asa-b2975409.html & https://www.farmersguardian.com/news/4529588/ahdb-scores-victory-chris-packham-eat-balanced-campaign-row#:~:text=AHDB's%20Let's%20Eat%20Balanced%20campaign,from%20TV%20naturalist%20Chris%20Packham. 

https://www.newfoodmagazine.com/news/meatly-raises-104m-to-build-europes-largest-cultivated-meat-facility/2135425.article 

https://plantbasednews.org/lifestyle/food/ben-jerrys-doggy-desserts-accidentally-vegan/ 

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Dominic, David & Paul

274- Morrisons drops "pig producers"

Can a film of only nineteen minutes successfully advocate on behalf of an animal that is killed in its billions each year? Kate, Dominic & Paul get stuck into this short film- based at an animal sanctuary (https://animalplace.org/ [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbHlDODhnSzVHdmR3WGJteU9va2xDQmMta09iQXxBQ3Jtc0tscjhodEU1cklhWU1wYmNHLUk2Sll2cUxxalhpOTEzQldDa1ktN21VNGE4N3M1TTNJMEo0TmZBaF9xWkd2aGdUNEprUDBVYy1DQXRMVk5jVVFNWl9PUDJ1d0RtQ3JrTDZyT2ZyNXJwcnhucGVMOFRtVQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fanimalplace.org%2F&v=OKEwKi6ccIc]) and discuss just that. 

For more about the movie & to watch, visit https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OKEwKi6ccIc 

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Each  week we home in on one topic in particular and pick it apart in more  detail. If you have a suggestion for a future show, do get in touch via  enoughofthefalafel@gmail.com.

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Kate, Dominic & Paul

273- Film Review: The Chicken Whisperer (2025)

How long until folk switch from saying "veganism" is so expensive, to "veganism is just the cheap option". Either way, latest research from the Good Food Institute suggests that buying some plant-based meats in the UK could save folk money (compared to if they were buying the animal counterpart). Mark, Shane & Anthony dissect this story amongst several others from the last 7 days of animal rights & vegan news.

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Each week we look through news stories from the past 7 days in the world of veganism & animal rights.

If you spot any news stories that might catch our fancy, or have an idea for a discussion topic, get in touch via enoughofthefalafel@gmail.com.

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This week's stories:

https://www.poultryworld.net/the-industrymarkets/market-trends-analysis-the-industrymarkets-2/intensive-pig-and-poultry-farming-in-the-ammonia-spotlight/ 

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c8jv8322z88o 

https://www.thejournal.ie/readme/animal-cruelty-7032335-May2026/ 

https://qrnews.kz/en/news/animal-cruelty-fines-to-increase-and-penalties-to-be-strengthened-5MF21 

https://www.thegrocer.co.uk/news/companies-not-following-through-on-welfare-commitments-report-warns/718417.article

https://www.technologynetworks.com/applied-sciences/news/plant-based-diet-cuts-climate-impact-by-more-than-half-412359 

https://www.pcrm.org/news/health-nutrition/vegan-diet-during-pregnancy-shows-no-difference-health-outcomes-babies 

https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/05/world/europe/france-orcas-killer-whales.html?unlocked_article_code=1.gVA._MxP.TTttZdvwtBmY&smid=nytcore-ios-share

veganfoodandliving.com/news/plant-based-prices-cheaper-beef/ 

https://www.peta.org/media/news-releases/happening-now-peta-bulls-encased-in-cement-arrested-while-blocking-pepsico-hq-to-protest-animal-abuse-in-sugar-supply-chain/ 

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Shane, Mark & Ant

272- Plant-based 'meat' significantly cheaper than animal-based meat

Pre-owned fishing rods, sentimental wooly jumpers & a vegan poultry farmer; it's no wonder we couldn't agree on our responses! We've got a whole range of correspondence from you fabulous listeners over the last couple of months, so here to sift through & respond to your messages are Julie, Shane & Anthony.

We love hearing your views on the topics under discussion (or  anything else!) so do drop us your thoughts via enoughofthefalafel@gmail.com

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Each  week we home in on one topic in particular and pick it apart in more  detail. If you have a suggestion for a future show, do get in touch via  enoughofthefalafel@gmail.com.

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Shane, Julie & Anthony

271- Listener Mailbag 11; the questions that generate more questions than answers!

The latest plot twist in the Ridglan Farms actions is surprisingly corporate...and seems to be resulting in the dogs being released! But how do Anthony, Julie & Shane feel about millions of dollars being given to the 'jailors' of these innocent beings? The trio dissect this story amongst several others from the last 7 days of animal rights & vegan news.

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Enough of the Falafel is a community of people who love keeping on top of the latest news in the world of veganism & animal rights. With the Vegan Week podcast, we aim to keep listeners (& ourselves) informed & up-to-date with the latest developments that affect vegans & non-human animals; giving insight, whilst staying balanced; remaining true to our vegan ethics, whilst constantly seeking to grow & develop.

Each week we look through news stories from the past 7 days in the world of veganism & animal rights.

If you spot any news stories that might catch our fancy, or have an idea for a discussion topic, get in touch via enoughofthefalafel@gmail.com.

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This week's stories:

https://www.northern-times.co.uk/news/we-took-no-pleasure-in-disturbing-golfers-say-animal-right-433600/ 

https://www.peta.org/media/news-releases/breaking-first-ever-investigation-into-wool-farm-with-ties-to-hm-group-reveals-extreme-cruelty-to-sheep/ 

https://www.theanimalreader.com/2026/04/25/sloth-world-shut-down-after-31-die-in-florida/ 

https://www.theanimalreader.com/2026/05/01/greenpeace-interrupts-meeting-of-meat-giant-jbs/ 

https://vegconomist.com/studies-numbers/global-veganism-data-major-blind-spot-faunalytics-report-finds/ 

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c87q0l5zpj1o 

https://news.mongabay.com/2026/04/as-walk-for-peace-begins-in-sri-lanka-activists-call-for-animal-rights/ 

https://www.fox6now.com/news/ridglan-farms-beagles-fate-major-announcement-coming-thursday   

https://www.independent.co.uk/news/wisconsin-madison-florida-alabama-b296765html3. 

https://www.fwi.co.uk/livestock/poultry/defra-defends-poultry-stats-amid-claims-25m-birds-missing

https://www.greenqueen.com.hk/europe-plant-protein-legumes-fava-bean-demand-health-cost/ 

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Shane, Julie & Ant

270- Hey Ridglan! What if we just...bought the dogs?

Loook what they were talking about in parliament back in March: https://hansard.parliament.uk/commons/2026-03-19/debates/CAFE1303-3A79-4EDD-847B-B66FF4C6A039/GoodFoodCycleStrategy Is the future plant-based and precisely fermented? Will people be resistant? And do we need to spend millions of pounds for a new research centre in Leeds...pulses do already exist of course! Mark, Julie & Ant discuss these latest rumblings and share their opinions on this sort of development.

As ever, we love hearing your views on the topics under discussion (or anything else!) so do drop us your thoughts via enoughofthefalafel@gmail.com

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Enough  of the Falafel is a community of people who love keeping on top of the  latest news in the world of veganism & animal rights. With the Vegan  Talk podcast, we aim to develop listeners' (& our own) thoughts  around key issues affecting veganism & the animal rights movement;  giving our opinions, whilst staying balanced; remaining true to our  vegan ethics, whilst constantly seeking to grow & develop.

Each  week we home in on one topic in particular and pick it apart in more  detail. If you have a suggestion for a future show, do get in touch via  enoughofthefalafel@gmail.com.

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Julie, Mark & Ant

269- Are the UK turning towards plant-based innovations?

If a couple of dozen activists can liberate 23 dogs in March, how many dogs can be liberated by a thousand activists in April? Tragically, none. But is the national news coverage worth it in the long run? Anthony, Julie & Mark dissect this story amongst several others from the last 7 days of animal rights & vegan news.

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Enough of the Falafel is a community of people who love keeping on top of the latest news in the world of veganism & animal rights. With the Vegan Week podcast, we aim to keep listeners (& ourselves) informed & up-to-date with the latest developments that affect vegans & non-human animals; giving insight, whilst staying balanced; remaining true to our vegan ethics, whilst constantly seeking to grow & develop.

Each week we look through news stories from the past 7 days in the world of veganism & animal rights.

If you spot any news stories that might catch our fancy, or have an idea for a discussion topic, get in touch via enoughofthefalafel@gmail.com.

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This week's stories:

https://www.motoringresearch.com/car-news/mercedes-benz-c-class-vegan-interior/ 

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c8x72lvlgwlo 

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/videos/cp864m61d0mo 

https://www.veganfoodandliving.com/news/moby-pledges-coachella-profits-animal-rights/ 

https://www.wharfedaleobserver.co.uk/news/national/uk-today/26042148.greggs-update-vegan-sausage-roll-supply-problems/ 

https://edition.cnn.com/2026/04/19/us/animal-rights-protest-wisconsin 

https://www.democracynow.org/2026/4/21/ridglan_farms_animal_rescue_robinson_dane4dogs 

https://www.theanimalreader.com/2026/04/18/live-rescue-of-2000-beagles-begins-day-early-at-us-facility/

https://ourworldindata.org/most-people-care-about-farm-animals-our-food-system-doesnt-reflect-that 

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c24882dem6po

https://www.theanimalreader.com/2026/04/22/iceland-faces-pressure-over-possible-return-of-fin-whale-hunt/  

https://www.thecanary.co/uk/news/2026/04/21/mp-leads-cross-party-call-for-mandatory-animal-welfare-labelling-on-meat-products/ 

https://www.nutritioninsight.com/news/tosla-geltor-signaling-collagen-shot-beauty-supplement.html 

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Mark, Julie & Ant

268- A thousand activists descend on Ridglan Farms

There's a fine line between being badass & being reckless...so where does 'open rescue' fall? Are Wayne Hsiung, Zoe Rosenberg & the gang all brave animal rights warriors who are putting their liberty on the line...or are their actions misguided & depleting our resources as a movement? Dominic, Shane & Anthony discuss this thorny and very relevant topic.

As  ever, we love hearing your views on the topics under discussion (or  anything else!) so do drop us your thoughts via  enoughofthefalafel@gmail.com

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Each  week we home in on one topic in particular and pick it apart in more  detail. If you have a suggestion for a future show, do get in touch via  enoughofthefalafel@gmail.com.

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Shane, Dominic & Ant

267- Open Rescue: Is it worth it?

The Labour Party's U-Turn on banning fur & foie gras has reduced Paul to...disappointment. Ouch! He is joined by Julie & Dominic this week for a critical and analytical eye on the last seven days of animal rights and vegan news.

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Enough of the Falafel is a community of people who love keeping on top of the latest news in the world of veganism & animal rights. With the Vegan Week podcast, we aim to keep listeners (& ourselves) informed & up-to-date with the latest developments that affect vegans & non-human animals; giving insight, whilst staying balanced; remaining true to our vegan ethics, whilst constantly seeking to grow & develop.

Each week we look through news stories from the past 7 days in the world of veganism & animal rights.

If you spot any news stories that might catch our fancy, or have an idea for a discussion topic, get in touch via enoughofthefalafel@gmail.com.

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This week's stories:

https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/animal-charity-overwhelmed-rabbits-pets-33764579.amp

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-15732079/amp/animal-rights-activist-frees-lobster.html

https://www.thesun.co.uk/news/38762583/vegan-prisoners-religion-rights-prison-diet-shake-up/v

https://www.cbsnews.com/amp/news/colombia-to-euthanize-cocaine-hippos-pablo-escobar/

https://www.fwi.co.uk/livestock/health-welfare/livestock-diseases/bovine-tb/defra-awards-15m-badger-vaccination-contract

https://www.theanimalreader.com/2026/04/14/us-authorities-seize-50000-shark-fins-worth-over-one-million-dollars/

https://www.theguardian.com/media/2026/apr/07/peter-greste-court-finding-animal-cruelty-footage-grave-consequences-press-freedom-ntwnfb?CMP=Share_iOSApp_Other

https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/apr/02/maryland-20-year-sentence-pet-crematorium-scam?CMP=share_btn_url

https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/apr/05/labour-back-down-foie-gras-fur-bans-eu-trade-deal?CMP=Share_iOSApp_Other

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Dominic, Paul & Kate

266- The vegans aren't angry...they're just disappointed

Weekly vegan news show, with headlines, commentary & discussion.

Enough of the Falafel is a community of people who love keeping on top of the latest news in the world of veganism & animal rights. But there's one problem: We've had enough of all the "falafel" out there!

Each week we release two different shows, hosted by a different combination of everyday vegans. No celebrities; no influencers; just normal vegan people from across the world!

With the 'Vegan Week' podcast, we aim to keep listeners (& ourselves) informed & up-to-date with the latest developments that affect vegans & non-human animals; giving insight, whilst staying balanced; remaining true to our vegan ethics, whilst constantly seeking to grow & develop.

A few days later we release another weekly show: 'Vegan Talk'. Here we'll pick a topic affecting vegans, or the animal rights movement & go into a bit more detail, whether it be through philosophical musings, weighing up different viewpoints, or simply sharing our own experiences. 

If you spot any news stories that might catch our fancy, or have an idea for a discussion topic, get in touch via enoughofthefalafel@gmail.com. 

Thanks everyone for listening; drop us a message to say "hi"; it'll make our day!

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