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Hey Pickles! We hope you're doing well. Here’s what’s coming up in today’s show! In this week’s Y Files, Continuing our journey into amazing non human animals, we’ll tell you about the Mourning Gecko Here's the article: https://www.georgiaaquarium.org/animal/mourning-gecko/ In our Noteworthy segment, 30 long term vegans were asked what they eat in a typical week, and their answers might surprise you! Here's the article: https://vegoutmag.com/food-and-drink/s-st-i-asked-30-people-whove-been-vegan-for-10-years-what-they-actually-eat-in-a-typical-week-and-the-answers-were-shockingly-boring/ And, in Our Main Topic, How can we be more effective in our outreach as vegans, and avoid misanthropy? We were recently inspired by the latest video from Jake Conroy AKA The Cranky Vegan.  Watch his video here: https://youtu.be/9b1_LkCqZig?si=80Pa9_oUXhwbMkDS We also have anew Listener Shout Out. Is it YOU? Thanks so much for spending a little of your day with us. We really appreciate it! Much love,  Sam & Christine Send us a text! We can't respond, but we'd love to hear from you! Support the show Join Our Patreon https://www.patreon.com/Compassionandcucumbers Sign Up For Our Newsletter https://www.compassionandcucumbers.com Our YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@compassioncucumbersveganpod/videos 72 Reasons To Be Vegan *paid link https://amzn.to/3W8ZwsU Visit Our Website https://www.compassionandcucumbers.com Sam's Etsy https://www.etsy.com/shop/CucumberCraftworks

Hey Pickles! Here’s what’s coming up in today’s show! In this week’s Y Files, We introduce you to the Przewalski's horses., pronounced shuh-VAL-skeez horses. Here's the article: https://nationalzoo.si.edu/animals/przewalskis-horse In our Noteworthy segment, we’ll tell you about a lawsuit that challenges the EPA’s approval of “forever chemicals”. Here's the article: https://wisconsinindependent.com/politics/suit-challenges-epa-approval-of-new-forever-chemical-pesticide/ And, in Our Main Topic, We want to share with you why what’s happening in Minnesota & other blue states is happening. Is it really about illegal immigration?  Here's the article: https://www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/attorney-general-bondi-minnesota-voter-rolls-border-patrol-fatal-shooting/ We also have a new Listener Shout Out & we ask that you take a look at this week's Listener Shout Out, Fi Barham's amazing hand made jewelry.  Here's her web site!https://barhamdesigns.com Thank you so much for listening to the show, and please take care of each other.  Much love,  Sam & Christine Send us a text! We can't respond, but we'd love to hear from you! Support the show Join Our Patreon https://www.patreon.com/Compassionandcucumbers Sign Up For Our Newsletter https://www.compassionandcucumbers.com Our YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@compassioncucumbersveganpod/videos 72 Reasons To Be Vegan *paid link https://amzn.to/3W8ZwsU Visit Our Website https://www.compassionandcucumbers.com Sam's Etsy https://www.etsy.com/shop/CucumberCraftworks

Here’s what’s coming up in today’s show! In this week’s Y Files, What is a flat headed cat & are they extinct Here's the article with pictures of these adorable wild cats: https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/this-wild-cat-is-considered-possibly-extinct-in-thailand-researchers-just-caught-it-on-camera-for-the-first-time-in-about-30-years-180987928/ In our Noteworthy segment, we’ll share some animal rights wins that happened in 2025 Here's the article that we cite https://a-z-animals.com/articles/the-biggest-animal-rights-wins-of-the-past-year/ And, in Our Main Topic, Sam takes us to London! She’ll share the vegan restaurants she found, the food she ate & all of her adventures across the pond! We also announce our 2025 Listener Shout Out giveaway winner!! The winner will receive a 2LB bucket of NOOCH! We want to share our deepest condolences to the wife & family of Renee Good who was murdered by untrained and reckless ICE officer, Jonathan Ross. 32 people have reportedly died in ICE custody in the past year, and we firmly stand against the unconstitutional methods being employed by this administration. We are sickened by what is happening in the US & around the world. All we can do is take care of our own families and communities as best we can. Stand up against racism, fascism, homophobia, transphobia, and violations of our legal rights. Due process needs to be upheld. We know you too are scared and worried about what the future holds. We just want you to know. You are not alone. Together we will get through this. Send us a text! We can't respond, but we'd love to hear from you! Support the show Join Our Patreon https://www.patreon.com/Compassionandcucumbers Sign Up For Our Newsletter https://www.compassionandcucumbers.com Our YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@compassioncucumbersveganpod/videos 72 Reasons To Be Vegan *paid link https://amzn.to/3W8ZwsU Visit Our Website https://www.compassionandcucumbers.com Sam's Etsy https://www.etsy.com/shop/CucumberCraftworks

Hey Pickles! We sincerely hope that you're okay.  We are frankly exhausted by what's happening in the US and around the world. Sam has returned from the UK, and we look forward to sharing all of her adventures with you next week. In the meantime, we are releasing this replay of Ep. 174 which includes a guide to effective peaceful protest. For a printable guide, please see the show notes from the original episode in your podcast app or on YouTube. We thank you so much for listening. Stay safe, and take care of each other. Much love,  Sam & Christine Send us a text! We can't respond, but we'd love to hear from you! Support the show Join Our Patreon https://www.patreon.com/Compassionandcucumbers Sign Up For Our Newsletter https://www.compassionandcucumbers.com Our YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@compassioncucumbersveganpod/videos 72 Reasons To Be Vegan *paid link https://amzn.to/3W8ZwsU Visit Our Website https://www.compassionandcucumbers.com Sam's Etsy https://www.etsy.com/shop/CucumberCraftworks

Hey Pickles! Happy New Year!  We thought we would release a replay of some good news. We all could use some, for sure! We're looking forward to coming back after the break, and we can't wait for our annual Listener Shout Out Giveaway! Enjoy the replay, and we will talk to you real soon! We'll have a lot to share about Sam's trip to London. She's finding so much great vegan food, and seeing all kinds of wonderful shows. Much love,  Sam & Christine Send us a text! We can't respond, but we'd love to hear from you! Support the show Join Our Patreon https://www.patreon.com/Compassionandcucumbers Sign Up For Our Newsletter https://www.compassionandcucumbers.com Our YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@compassioncucumbersveganpod/videos 72 Reasons To Be Vegan *paid link https://amzn.to/3W8ZwsU Visit Our Website https://www.compassionandcucumbers.com Sam's Etsy https://www.etsy.com/shop/CucumberCraftworks

Hey Pickles! We hope you're enjoying a safe and happy holiday season. While we're on break, we're releasing replays of some of our favorite episodes from the past! Please enjoy this replay of episode 143, and we will talk to you in the new year. Much love,  Sam & Christine Send us a text! We can't respond, but we'd love to hear from you! Support the show Join Our Patreon https://www.patreon.com/Compassionandcucumbers Sign Up For Our Newsletter https://www.compassionandcucumbers.com Our YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@compassioncucumbersveganpod/videos 72 Reasons To Be Vegan *paid link https://amzn.to/3W8ZwsU Visit Our Website https://www.compassionandcucumbers.com Sam's Etsy https://www.etsy.com/shop/CucumberCraftworks

Hey Pickles! We hope you're having a safe and happy holiday season. While we're on break, we will be releasing some replays of past episodes.  This week, we take another look at Ep 162. This episode dives into the finances of several vegan advocacy organizations. Our Noteworthy segment in this episode shares some of the best vegan meal delivery services that are available. Have you ever tried a meal delivery service? We have in the past, and it can be fun! Thanks for listening, and we'll be releasing new episodes after the new year. Much love, Sam & Christine Send us a text! We can't respond, but we'd love to hear from you! Support the show Join Our Patreon https://www.patreon.com/Compassionandcucumbers Sign Up For Our Newsletter https://www.compassionandcucumbers.com Our YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@compassioncucumbersveganpod/videos 72 Reasons To Be Vegan *paid link https://amzn.to/3W8ZwsU Visit Our Website https://www.compassionandcucumbers.com Sam's Etsy https://www.etsy.com/shop/CucumberCraftworks

Hey Pickles! We hope you're well! Here’s what’s coming up in today’s show! In this week’s Y Files, we ask how & why are raccoons becoming the next companion animal? Here's the article https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c1j8j48e5z2o In our Noteworthy segment, we’ll share 10 things that we wish someone had told us before becoming vegan. Here's the article https://vegoutmag.com/lifestyle/s-bt-10-things-people-who-ve-been-vegan-for-10-years-desperately-wish-someone-had-told-them-on-day-one/ And, in Our Main Topic, We’re keeping it light with a game of Vegan Jeopardy! Play along with us! Our featured vegan spot this week in our Assignment Restaurant SOS is Vegan Plate in Chicago IL. Check out their menu https://order.toasttab.com/online/vegan-plate We have our final Listener Shout Out of 2025 and, we'll be announcing our contest winner in the new year, so tune in for that! Thank you all so much for making this past year so much brighter. Have a wonderful holiday season. Much love & appreciation, Sam & Christine Send us a text! We can't respond, but we'd love to hear from you! Support the show Join Our Patreon https://www.patreon.com/Compassionandcucumbers Sign Up For Our Newsletter https://www.compassionandcucumbers.com Our YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@compassioncucumbersveganpod/videos 72 Reasons To Be Vegan *paid link https://amzn.to/3W8ZwsU Visit Our Website https://www.compassionandcucumbers.com Sam's Etsy https://www.etsy.com/shop/CucumberCraftworks

Hey Pickles! Welcome back!  Here’s what’s coming up in today’s show! In this week’s Y Files, we’ll tell why many are upset by what a teacher fed to a pet snake in her classroom. In our Noteworthy segment, the drama surrounding the recent sale of Miyokos Creamery continues. We’ll tell you what we know so far. And, in Our Main Topic, many vegans are responding to a Reddit post. The original poster claims that they were paid by the meat industry to troll vegan social media groups. Here's the link to the Natale Fulton video on the subject: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VozcTijia4c Our featured vegan spot this week is Pulse Cafe in Hadley Massachusetts! Here's their menu: https://www.pulsecafe.com/menus We also have a new Listener Shout Out & tell you how you can enter in this years Shout Out Giveaway contest! Thank you so much for listening to the show. Much love, Sam & Christine Send us a text! We can't respond, but we'd love to hear from you! Support the show Join Our Patreon https://www.patreon.com/Compassionandcucumbers Sign Up For Our Newsletter https://www.compassionandcucumbers.com Our YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@compassioncucumbersveganpod/videos 72 Reasons To Be Vegan *paid link https://amzn.to/3W8ZwsU Visit Our Website https://www.compassionandcucumbers.com Sam's Etsy https://www.etsy.com/shop/CucumberCraftworks

Hey Pickles! This week, we're releasing a replay of Ep 166. It's our Holiday Survival Guide. We hope you have a safe and happy holiday. We are thankful for you!!! Much love, Sam & Christine Send us a text! We can't respond, but we'd love to hear from you! Support the show Join Our Patreon https://www.patreon.com/Compassionandcucumbers Sign Up For Our Newsletter https://www.compassionandcucumbers.com Our YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@compassioncucumbersveganpod/videos 72 Reasons To Be Vegan *paid link https://amzn.to/3W8ZwsU Visit Our Website https://www.compassionandcucumbers.com Sam's Etsy https://www.etsy.com/shop/CucumberCraftworks

Hey Pickles! We hope this episode finds you well! Here’s what’s coming up in today’s show! In this week’s Y Files, we’re looking into why some skunks are losing their stripes. Here's the article: https://www.nationalgeographic.com/animals/article/striped-skunks-predators-prey-colors In our Noteworthy segment, NY Transit Union is suing animal rights group, claiming they initiated a smear campaign against carriage drivers. Here's the article: https://www.amny.com/nyc-transit/twu-horse-carriage-drivers-sue-nyclass/ And, in Our Main Topic, we’re taking another ride on the Vegan Reddit AITA train! These are always a good time. Let us know where you land! Our featured restaurant this week is Rise Above Pizza & Wings. A recent attempted break-in left their front door smashed and they're asking for our help. If you can help, please give to their Go Fund Me here: https://www.gofundme.com/f/a9tqk-help-us-fix-our-door You can check out their amazing menu here: https://www.gofundme.com/f/a9tqk-help-us-fix-our-door We also have a new Listener Shout Out (is it you?)! Thanks so much for listening to the show! Much love, Sam & Christine Send us a text! We can't respond, but we'd love to hear from you! Support the show Join Our Patreon https://www.patreon.com/Compassionandcucumbers Sign Up For Our Newsletter https://www.compassionandcucumbers.com Our YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@compassioncucumbersveganpod/videos 72 Reasons To Be Vegan *paid link https://amzn.to/3W8ZwsU Visit Our Website https://www.compassionandcucumbers.com Sam's Etsy https://www.etsy.com/shop/CucumberCraftworks

Hey Pickles! We hope you're doing well! Here’s what’s coming up in today’s show! In this week’s Y Files, could sunflowers be the future of vegan meats? Here's the article from Science Daily: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/11/251104013006.htm In our Noteworthy segment, Miyoko Schinner is trying to buy back her vegan creamery. We'll update you on the situation. And, in Our Main Topic, we discuss the hidden mental toll on animal farmers. Here's a link to the study: https://bryantresearch.co.uk/insight-items/farmer-mental-health/ Our featured Vegan spot in our Assignment Restaurant SOS this week is Not Ya Mama's Vegan Cafe in Salem, Massachusetts. Check out their menu here: https://notyamamascafe.com/menu Of course we have a new Listener Shout Out and more! Thanks so much for listening.  Much love,  Sam & Christine Send us a text! We can't respond, but we'd love to hear from you! Support the show Join Our Patreon https://www.patreon.com/Compassionandcucumbers Sign Up For Our Newsletter https://www.compassionandcucumbers.com Our YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@compassioncucumbersveganpod/videos 72 Reasons To Be Vegan *paid link https://amzn.to/3W8ZwsU Visit Our Website https://www.compassionandcucumbers.com Sam's Etsy https://www.etsy.com/shop/CucumberCraftworks

Hey Pickles! We hope you're doing well. Here’s what’s coming up in today’s show! Our deepest sympathies go out to our friend Natina, owner of Buffalo's V Spot. Her son, Pharaoh passed away suddenly & unexpectedly. He leaves behind a wife, and four beautiful children. Here is a link to a Go Fund Me to help his family in this incredibly difficult time:https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-pharaohs-family-in-this-time-of-his-sudden-passing This week’s Y Files, looks at a recent truck crash involving 21 Rhesus macaques used in university research. Here's the article: https://abcnews.go.com/Technology/wireStory/monkey-escape-mississippi-glimpse-secretive-world-animal-research-127069819 In our Noteworthy segment, we have an update, and possibly some hope for the 30 Beluga whales held at Marineland Ontario. Here's the article: https://www.audacy.com/wben/news/local/whale-sanctuary-in-nova-scotia-may-offer-hope-for-belugas-at-marineland And, in Our Main Topic, what will the import of beef from Argentina mean for the US animal industry? Here's the article:https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/trump-s-beef-war-erupts-as-20b-argentina-deal-riles-up-american-ranchers/ar-AA1PEHIt?ocid=finance-verthp-feeds Our featured restaurant in this week's Assignment Restaurant SOS is Twisted Plants in Cudahy, WI. Check them out here: https://www.twistedplants.com/menu-1 We have a new Listener Shou Out.... Is it YOU? Thanks so much for sharing a part of your day with us! Much Love, Sam & Christine Send us a text! We can't respond, but we'd love to hear from you! Support the show Join Our Patreon https://www.patreon.com/Compassionandcucumbers Sign Up For Our Newsletter https://www.compassionandcucumbers.com Our YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@compassioncucumbersveganpod/videos 72 Reasons To Be Vegan *paid link https://amzn.to/3W8ZwsU Visit Our Website https://www.compassionandcucumbers.com Sam's Etsy https://www.etsy.com/shop/CucumberCraftworks

Hey Pickles! Happy Vegan Halloween!  Here’s what’s coming up in today’s show! This week’s Y Files, we’re reminding you why dairy is scary! Watch the Viva Scary Dairy Ad here: https://youtu.be/Bo8yFT53kpk?si=6EkuXdBqiGLFmGwN In our Noteworthy segment, we tell you all about the Vegan Street Humane Halloween E - cookbook that’s packed with fun spooky themed recipes. We’ll also tell you how you can get yours for free! And, in Our Main Topic, we’re taking a look at the new updated chocolate list from Food Empowerment Project. Just in time for your vegan halloween candy shopping. Here's a link to the list & how you can get the app: https://foodispower.org/es/lista-de-chocolate/ Our featured vegan spot in our Assignment Restaurant SOS is Tiny Vegan in Richmond Virginia> Check out their menu here: https://www.tinyvegantakeout.com/#menu We have a new Listener Shout Out & lots of Halloween shenanigans! Thanks so much for listening, and have a safe and happy holiday! Much Love, Sam & Christine  Send us a text! We can't respond, but we'd love to hear from you! Support the show Join Our Patreon https://www.patreon.com/Compassionandcucumbers Sign Up For Our Newsletter https://www.compassionandcucumbers.com Our YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@compassioncucumbersveganpod/videos 72 Reasons To Be Vegan *paid link https://amzn.to/3W8ZwsU Visit Our Website https://www.compassionandcucumbers.com Sam's Etsy https://www.etsy.com/shop/CucumberCraftworks

Hey Pickles! We hope this finds you well! Here’s what’s coming up in today’s show! This week’s Y Files explores weird animals at the bottom of the ocean that challenge our understanding of life! Here's the article: https://uk.news.yahoo.com/scientists-found-weird-animals-bottom-151344240.html?guccounter=1&guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly9uZXdzLmdvb2dsZS5jb20v&guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAJrcQ4-B8tCboKRl9PDtXUxcUJ6woXiAeiAvxPHXhOu1aX-h8a-tucxWGZpnIboQAcogQJVEXROjn7sea_gFHZuXvH9z8EFXU18H-zZGZaKCQ6_nQ--C4RAS8kapsysCkD9oH4052bUA3SIIAy3SBov2wdcM2_tzKDxtTf7a1Ndf In our Noteworthy segment, we’ll tell you about an historic declawing ban in California, signed into law by Governor Newsom. Read all about it: https://www.idausa.org/campaign/animal-companions/latest/victory-historic-declawing-ban-signed-by-california-governor-gavin-newsom/ And, in Our Main Topic, is the Right using animal advocacy to sway left leaning voters? Here's the Politico article: https://www.politico.com/news/2025/10/05/rfk-animals-testing-welfare-right-loomer-00591725 We also have a new featured restaurant in our Assignment Restaurant SOS series, and a new Listener Shout Out... is it you? Thanks for listening! We appreciate you! Much love, Sam & Christine  Send us a text! We can't respond, but we'd love to hear from you! Support the show Join Our Patreon https://www.patreon.com/Compassionandcucumbers Sign Up For Our Newsletter https://www.compassionandcucumbers.com Our YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@compassioncucumbersveganpod/videos 72 Reasons To Be Vegan *paid link https://amzn.to/3W8ZwsU Visit Our Website https://www.compassionandcucumbers.com Sam's Etsy https://www.etsy.com/shop/CucumberCraftworks