Think Like a Vegan

A podcast bringing you thought provoking deep dives across a wide variety of subjects related to veganism. The host is Emilia Leese, co-author of the book, Think Like a Vegan Each episode is a mini talk by a guest or the hose about a single topic relating to veganism, which might not be the focus of an everyday conversation. These short talks and guests will inspire and educate, expanding the conversation around veganism. And all is premised on veganism being part of basic fairness

Think Like a Vegan is a society podcast hosted by Emilia Leese, with 34 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Emilia Leese hosts Think Like a Vegan, a society show with 34 episodes published.

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  Think Like a Vegan

  Ep 36: Why Vegans Don't: because it’s not about the food, it’s about the why

  Sep 1, 20261h 5m

  Join me for a profound conversation with Jordi Casamitjana, the ethical vegan activist who made legal history by securing the first worldwide ruling securing veganism as a protected belief. A methodical thinker and lifelong advocate, Jordi joins me to discuss his new book, Why Vegans Don't: A philosophical guide to vegan behaviour — exploring the "why" behind vegan choices, blending zoology, history, and ethics. We also delve into his personal journey, from growing up in Franco-era Catalonia to his landmark employment tribunal ordeal. Tune in for a masterclass in clear thinking, moral courage, and discovering the freedom of saying "no." And in part two, Matthew Gerstenberger, long-time music collaborator with TLAV, shares about his music on the debut of the new theme tune he composed for the show. Jordi Casamitjana https://www.jordi-casamitjana.animal-protection-consult.com/ Instagram: @jayseecosta Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/veganjordi LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordi-casamitjana-36586a15/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Jordiwasp Bluesky: https://blueskydirectory.com/profiles/jordiwasp.bsky.social Books: Why Vegans Don't: A philosophical guide to vegan behaviour https://www.lulu.com/shop/jordi-casamitjana/why-vegans-dont/paperback/product-p6jepnd.html Ethical Vegan: A Personal and Political Journey to Change the World https://septemberpublishing.org/product/ethical-vegan/ Emi Leese https://emilialeese.substack.com http://thinklikeavegan.com http://emilialeese.com Instagram @emi.leese YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@thinklikeavegan/videos Credits Host: Emilia A. Leese Guests: Jordi Casamitjana & Matthew Gerstenberger Production & Engineering: Jim Moore of Bloody Vegans Productions; https://www.bloodyvegansproductions.com Graphics: Catherine Dorrell https://www.messyvegancook.com Music Theme music by Matthew Gerstenberger Interlude: "Time to go" music by Matthew Gerstenberger and voice by Chiyako This podcast is part of iROAR, the Animals Podcasting Network https://iroarpod.com

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  Episode #35

  Ep 35: A world where forests are sovereign

  Jun 1, 202631 minS4

  In this powerful season finale, I bring our exploration of nature, politics, and animal liberation to a profound conclusion by looking to the forest as a model for a just society. Gregory Tague, a scholar with over two decades of work in environmental and animal ethics, introduces a radical idea: the forest is a sovereign state. It operates not with a single dominant power, but through a complex web of mutual obligations, where inhabitants respect boundaries and avoid confrontation for the collective advantage of all. We dive into a key excerpt from Tague’s book, Forest Sovereignty, which argues that forest organisms understand something we humans have forgotten: true association isn't about transactional exchanges, but about the net result of sustainability for the entire ecosystem. In this "liberal society" of the forest, stability comes from the diversity of its organisms, all with a free right to resources. This episode is a call to action. Reflecting on the entire season, we're reminded our struggle for a fairer world has deep roots, and that change, while slow, is possible. The season is retroactively dedicated to all those — vegans, activists, and thinkers — who are pushing boundaries and striving for the liberation of both humans and non-humans. This is a fitting end to a season challenging us to learn from the ancient, self-sustaining wisdom of the forest and to continue the long, necessary work of building a new, more just existence for all. Key Takeaways: Forests as a model for a sustainable, self-governing society. The concept of "associative duties" we hold towards all wild life. A powerful message of solidarity for those fighting for liberation. A compelling conclusion to a season-long discussion on nature and politics. Listen to the full episode to hear this inspiring conversation and conclude the season with a renewed sense of purpose. Website/Socials & Books Gregory F. Tague Website: https://sites.google.com/site/gftague/ Book: Forest Sovereignty: Wildlife sustainability and ethics (Peter Lang 2025) Other links "Sovereign Forests" https://theecologist.org/2025/oct/10/sovereign-forests Literary Veganism: An online journal https://www.litvegan.net Emi Leese https://emilialeese.substack.com http://thinklikeavegan.com http://emilialeese.com Instagram @emi.leese YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@thinklikeavegan/videos Credits Host: Emilia A. Leese Guest: Gregory F. Tague Production & Engineering: Jim Moore of Bloody Vegans Productions; https://www.bloodyvegansproductions.com Graphics: Catherine Dorrell https://www.messyvegancook.com Music Opening theme: “Flashbacks” by Jenny Moore’s Mystic Business Interlude: "Ōuda Afternoon I" music by Matthew Gerstenberger, voice by Chiyako Closing theme: “Tear Things Up” by Jenny Moore’s Mystic Business This podcast is part of iROAR, the Animals Podcasting Network https://iroarpod.com

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  Episode #34

  Ep 34: Nature Has No Borders: The Controversial Science of Invasion Ecology

  May 1, 202651 minS4

  Join me for a provocative conversation with brothers Vasile and James Stănescu as we deconstruct the common yet charged concept of "invasive species." Moving beyond a simplified view of nature, we explore how the rhetoric of "invasion ecology" creates a violent foundation justifying perpetual war against certain animals. Drawing from their contributions to the critical book, The Ethics and Rhetoric of Invasion Ecology , James and Vasile unpack the real-world consequences of this ideology. Vasile illustrates the cyclical failure of "management," where killing one species leads to an explosion in another, forcing us to ask: why must nature be violated in order to protect it? James, one of the book's editors, examines the militarized language and apocalyptic tone used to describe non-native species, which in turn dictates a response of total eradication—a hyperbolic reaction to hyperbolic communication. This episode challenges the sanitized ideal of a pristine wilderness and delves into the ethical costs of this worldview for both human and non-human animals. Tune in for a deep dive into the intersection of language, ecology, and animal liberation. Website/Socials & Books : Vasile Stǎnescu Website: How we win https://www.winforanimals.org Podcast: How we win https://www.winforanimals.org/how-we-win-podcast Instagram: @professional.vegan Article: "How Industrial Slaughter Became the Blueprint for Modern Capitalism" https://www.currentaffairs.org/news/how-industrial-slaughter-became-the-blueprint-for-modern-capitalism James Stǎnescu Website: https://www.criticalanimal.com Book: The Ethics and Rhetoric of Invasion Ecology (Lexington Books, 2017) Other links Banu Subramanian, "The Aliens Have Landed! Reflections on the Rhetoric of Biological Invasions" https://www.jstor.org/stable/40338794 Emi Leese https://emilialeese.substack.com http://thinklikeavegan.com http://emilialeese.com Instagram @emi.leese YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@thinklikeavegan/videos Credits Host: Emilia A. Leese Guest: Vasile Stǎnescu and James Stǎnescu Production & Engineering: Jim Moore of Bloody Vegans Productions; https://www.bloodyvegansproductions.com Graphics: Catherine Dorrell https://www.messyvegancook.com Music Opening theme: “Flashbacks” by Jenny Moore’s Mystic Business Interlude: "Ōuda Afternoon I" music by Matthew Gerstenberger, voice by Chiyako Closing theme: “Tear Things Up” by Jenny Moore’s Mystic Business This podcast is part of iROAR, the Animals Podcasting Network https://iroarpod.com

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  Episode #33

  Ep 33: Between Storms and Laws: The battle for Pakistan’s animals

  Apr 1, 202654 minS4

  <p>When disaster strikes – a flood, wildfire, massive quake – most of the headlines understandably focus on the human toll. But what happens to the animals? They are the silent, often invisible victims, and their suffering is deeply intertwined with our own. The bonds between people and their animals and the wildlife sharing our ecosystems mean that when animals suffer, human communities suffer too.</p><p><br></p><p>So, how do we break this cycle? How can we provide help and assistance to both people and animals, and work towards preventing these catastrophes, especially those supercharged by climate change?</p><p><b...

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  Episode #32

  Ep 32: Why do we always make other animals the problem?

  Mar 1, 202648 minS4

  <p>Ever been told an animal is a "problem"? From the deer in our backyards and the pigeons in our cities to the elephants on their ancestral lands, we constantly label other species as pests, nuisances, and issues to be solved. But what if the real problem isn't the animal themselves, but the way we choose to see them?</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, Claudia Hirtenfelder, host of the acclaimed podcast The Animal Turn and a brilliant geographer, unravels the surprising process of how we "make" animals into problems. She introduces her powerful concept of "problematization" — the so...

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