EPISODE · Apr 21, 2023 · 1H 3M
The Grand National: A National Shame? With Animal Rising
from Not To Get Political · host The Champagne Socialist
In this episode, we spoke to a special guest, Dan, who is the Co-Founder of Animal Rising (formerly known as Animal Rebellion). We talked to Dan about the recent protests, which he led, at The Grand National on April 15th 2023. Dan was one of the protestors who managed to break onto the track and glue himself to one of the jumps. He shared with us the reasons behind Animal Rising's decision to protest this event, which had sparked controversy. Dan also talked about the response from the police, as well as the reactions of the media and the public. We delved into his personal opinions and experiences surrounding this event and the wider issue of animal welfare. Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the speakers and guests, and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the podcast host or its affiliates. The information presented in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and should not be taken as professional or legal advice. The hosts and guests of this podcast make no representations as to the accuracy or completeness of any information presented in the podcast, and they will not be liable for any errors or omissions in this information or any losses, injuries, or damages arising from its use. The content of this podcast may be considered controversial or offensive to some listeners, and discretion is advised. By listening to this podcast, you acknowledge and agree to these terms and conditions.
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In this episode, we spoke to a special guest, Dan, who is the Co-Founder of Animal Rising (formerly known as Animal Rebellion). We talked to Dan about the recent protests, which he led, at The Grand National on April 15th 2023. Dan was one of the protestors who managed to break onto the track and glue himself to one of the jumps. He shared with us the reasons behind Animal Rising's decision to protest this event, which had sparked controversy. Dan also talked about the response from the police, as well as the reactions of the media and the public. We delved into his personal opinions and experiences surrounding this event and the wider issue of animal welfare. Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the speakers and guests, and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the podcast host or its affiliates. The information presented in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and should not be taken as professional or legal advice. The hosts and guests of this podcast make no representations as to the accuracy or completeness of any information presented in the podcast, and they will not be liable for any errors or omissions in this information or any losses, injuries, or damages arising from its use. The content of this podcast may be considered controversial or offensive to some listeners, and discretion is advised. By listening to this podcast, you acknowledge and agree to these terms and conditions.
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