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Humane Talk

by The Humane Society of the United States

Hosted by author and radio show host Tracie Hotchner, "Humane Talk" is a weekly, 15-minute conversation with Wayne Pacelle, president and CEO of the nation's largest animal protection organization, The Humane Society of the United States. Tune in to the podcast every Friday for the latest on animals in our world.

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Episodes

  1. Pets of Valor

    The HSUS' mission statement is Celebrating Animals, Confronting Cruelty. The HSUS addresses the most egregious forms of cruelty against animals, but also celebrates the human-animal bond and animals that go above and beyond.

  2. The HSUS Annual Report

    The HSUS recently released its 2012 annual report, showing the huge accomplishments of the organization for the year.

  3. Episode 87: Closing the Last Gas Chambers

    Wayne and Tracie discuss gas chambers, an antiquated and inhumane method of euthanizing shelter animals.

  4. Episode 86: Animal Fighting Spectator Bill

    All 50 states have laws that ban animal fighting, however a dangerous loophole exists in federal law that prevents spectators from being arrested or prosecuted.

  5. Episode 85: Nightmare in Mississippi

    The conditions our rescue team witnessed at a recent puppy mill raid in Mississippi were nothing short of appalling. It was, in a word, a nightmare for the animals.

  6. Episode 84: The King Amendment

    Rep. Steve King, R-Iowa, has proposed an amendment to the Farm Bill that would nullify any standards approved at the state level to regulate agriculture.

  7. Episode 83: Victory for Dolphins

    Wayne and Tracie discuss the recent developments in the ongoing struggle to keep dolphin-safe tuna labeling requirements intact.

  8. Episode 82: Get the Lead Out

    Assembly Bill 711 seeks to ban the use of toxic lead ammunition in California. Lead bullets continue to kill wildlife long after being discharged into the environment.

  9. Episode 81: Canada's Seal Slaughter

    Thousands of baby seals are clubbed to death during the Canadian seal slaughter each year. Although there is little demand for seal fur, the Canadian government continues to buy up the excess pelts.

  10. Episode 80: Michigan Wolves and Doves

    Michigan Senate Bill 288 would allow the repeal of one of the most popular ballot measures in Michigan history, which outlawed the target shooting of mourning doves.

  11. Epidsode 79: Wayne and Ellen Speak Up for Animals

    Tracie and Wayne discuss Wayne's recent appearance on The Ellen DeGeneres Show where he talked about the dangerous Tennessee anti-whistleblower bill that is making its way to Governor Bill Haslam's desk.

  12. Episode 78: Meatless Mondays

    The second largest school district in the country, Los Angeles Unified, recently made a commitment to go meat-free on Mondays.

  13. Episode 77: PUPS Act & Puppy Mills

    Wayne and Tracie discuss puppy mills, the AKC, and the recently introduced PUPS Act – federal legislation that would close a loophole that allows puppy millers to sell over the internet without regulation.

  14. Episode 76: Wolf Reintroduction Ends in Tragedy

    Starting in the 1990s, there was an effort to reintroduce wolves in the Northern Rockies. Many people were quick to label the effort a success, but that was a premature judgment.

  15. Episode 75: Is Your Fur Faux?

    The FTC has taken action against several big name retailers that falsely advertised real fur as faux fur. The HSUS has conducted many investigations exposing falsely labeled or falsely advertised fur garments.

  16. Episode 74: Horse Meat on the Menu?

    Wayne and Tracie discuss the issues surrounding horse slaughter and horse meat, and the recent developments in the EU and the U.S. regarding meat contamination, welfare concerns, and food safety problems.

  17. Episode 73: When Animals Are In Need, The HSUS Is There

    Wayne and Tracie discuss all the ways in which The HSUS helps animals - particularly in terms of direct care. Contrary to the claims of many opposition groups, The HSUS is the No. 1 organization in the nation for hands-on animal care.

  18. Episode 72: Whistleblower Suppression Laws

    One of the only methods of bringing individuals and companies who engage in serious animal cruelty offenses to justice is to videotape or photograph them engaging in the illegal act.

  19. Episode 71: NIH Working Group Finds Chimps Should No Longer be Used for Invasive Research

    Recently, the National Institutes of Health set up a working group to determine whether or not research on chimpanzees is necessary. They found that all but 50 chimps should be permanently retired and research discontinued.

  20. Episode 70: Saying Goodbye to Billy and Working to Stop Puppy Mills

    Billy was a puppy mill dog whose video turned into an overnight internet sensation. The years of neglect Billy suffered were too much, and sadly, he passed away in December.

  21. Episode 69: Street Dog Welfare

    Street dogs make up nearly half of the world's population of canines. Wayne talks about HSI's innovative program to spay/neuter and vaccinate street dogs, bringing the population down to a more manageable level.

  22. Episode 68: Animal Welfare in India

    Wayne and Tracie talk about his recent trip to India and the animal protection issues that Humane Society International is addressing in the newly opened offices in the country.

  23. Episode 67: Disaster Response from Katrina to Sandy

    Wayne discusses his experiences on the ground in the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy, and how disaster preparedness and response with regard to animals has changed in the years since Katrina.

  24. Episode 66: Progress for Animals in 2012 (Part 2)

    Part 2 of 2: Tracie and Wayne continue their conversation about progress made for animals by The HSUS in 2012.

  25. Episode 65: Progress for Animals in 2012 (Part 1)

    Part 1 of 2: Every year The HSUS works tirelessly to create a more humane world for animals. Listen as Wayne and Tracie discuss the major milestones reached in 2012 state by state.

  26. Episode 64: Wolves Under Fire

    Less than a year after the USFWS de-listed wolves in the Great Lakes region, Wisconsin and Minnesota open wolf hunting and trapping seasons. Tracie and Wayne discuss the implications of this tragic development and how The HSUS is responding.

  27. Episode 63: Putting a Stop to the Cruel Beluga Whale Trade

    Eighteen beluga whales who were captured in Russian seas are set to be put on display at the Georgia Aquarium in Atlanta. If the permit for their import is approved, it will set a precedent that will have devastating consequences for wild belugas.

  28. Episode 62: It's Time to End Chimpanzee Research

    Listen in as Wayne and Tracy discuss how and why we should phase out medical research on chimpanzees and retire those currently living in labs to sanctuaries.

  29. Episode 61: Going Undercover to Reveal Abuse and Help Animals

    The HSUS conducts undercover investigations at factory farms, research labs, slaughterhouses, and other places where animal cruelty is often hidden behind closed doors. Hear more about the courageous work of investigators and how they help animals.

  30. Episode 60: Reforming Policies to Help Animals

    The HSUS rescues thousands of pets and runs a network of sanctuaries, but we also protect animals by reforming policies in Congress, at the state level, and in the courts. Learn more about how these efforts are improving conditions for so many animals.

  31. Episode 59: Companies Backslide on Animal Testing Policies

    Was the shampoo you use tested on animals? Did your toothpaste or lipstick cause suffering for animals in labs? We've made great progress in phasing out animal tests for many products, but recently several companies backslid on their cruelty-free pledges.

  32. Episode 58: Touring the Heartland of America

    Hear about Wayne's recent tour of farms in rural America, and more about how The Humane Society of the United States is working with farmers to phase out cruel confinement and work together to advance animal welfare.

  33. Episode 57: Domestic Dog Fur for Sale in the United States

    It's illegal to sell products containing domestic dog or cat fur in the United States, thanks to legislation supported by The HSUS more than a decade ago. But in 2012, our investigators found domestic dog fur for sale in the U.S.

  34. Episode 56: Major Moments in Animal Protection, Continued

    Hear more about major moments for the animal protection movement in recent years. In this continuation, Tracie and Wayne discuss the Hallmark-Westland undercover investigation of a dairy cow slaughter plant, and how people can seek out more humane food.

  35. Episode 55: Five Landmark Moments for Animal Protection

    Learn more about five of the most important events in the recent history of animal protection, including the rescue of pets after Hurricane Katrina, the arrest of Michael Vick for dogfighting, and the ban on extreme confinement of farm animals in Calif.

  36. Episode 54: Undercover Video Reveals Abuse to Horses

    A recent HSUS investigation uncovered shocking abuse of Tennessee walking horses. Learn more about horse soring, the intentional infliction of pain to produce a high-stepping gait, and the aftermath of this investigation.

  37. Episode 53: Where the Wild Things Shouldn't Be

    Why is it a bad idea to keep a Bengal tiger or a chimpanzee in your backyard, basement, or living room? Find out more about the problems with the exotic pet trade, including a tragic incident recently in Zanesville, Ohio.

  38. Episode 52: Doublespeak from American Kennel Club on Puppy Mills

    The American Kennel Club says it stands for responsible breeders and the welfare of dogs. Yet it has opposed dozens of laws to set basic standards for puppy mills. Listen to this episode to learn why, and for an update on a USDA proposal to protect dogs.

  39. Episode 51: Protecting Parrots and Other Birds

    Tracie and Wayne discuss the recent rescue of more than 120 neglected parrots from a supposed sanctuary in Ohio. Though some types of birds make wonderful pets, parrots are intelligent, social, can live many decades, and need specialized care.

  40. Episode 50: Investigation Shines Light on Cruelty to Tennessee Walking Horses

    An HSUS undercover investigation showed Tennessee walking horses having caustic chemicals applied to their legs as well as being whipped, kicked, and shocked in the face. Learn more about the public awareness and criminal indictments that followed.

  41. Episode 49: Tigers and More Rescued from Exotic Animal Park

    The issue of keeping dangerous wild animals in backyards or substandard roadside zoos continues to be in the news. Hear about a recent rescue of tigers, leopards, and other animals from an Oklahoma roadside zoo with poor conditions and safety risks.

  42. Episode 48: Speak Up Now to Help Dogs in Puppy Mills

    Countless puppy mill dogs are sold over the Internet with little oversight because of a legal loophole. Before July 16, please comment to support requiring large-scale breeders selling dogs online or directly to the public to meet basic standards of care.

  43. Episode 47: Working with Law Enforcement to Protect Animals

    The HSUS works with law enforcement officials to help rescue pets, crack down on animal fighting, protect wildlife, and much more. Find out how this cooperation takes place in this week's episode of Humane Talk.

  44. Episode 46: Get Educated on Animal Issues at Humane Society University

    Find out how you can go to school for animals at Humane Society University, with classes online and in Washington, D.C. The university has a wide range of courses and offers undergraduate degrees, graduate certificates, and master's degrees.

  45. Episode 45: Helping Street Dogs in the Asian Nation of Bhutan

    Hear about the ongoing project in Bhutan, a small county in Asia, where Humane Society International is helping street dogs and communities by sterilizing tens of thousands of free-roaming dogs.

  46. Episode 44: Racing Is a Dangerous Game for Horses

    This episode looks into how competitive horse racing leads to the injury and death of far too many horses. A recent series in the New York Times brought more attention to the serious problems with injuries, drugs, and overbreeding in the industry.

  47. Episode 43: California Wildlife Official Kills Mountain Lion on Guided Trophy Hunt

    Although Californians banned hunting mountain lions with dogs two decades ago, the president of the state Fish & Game Commission recently traveled to Idaho to corner and kill a cougar with a pack of dogs. Wayne and Tracie discuss the controversy.

  48. Episode 42: Join us at Animal Care EXPO or Taking Action for Animals

    Learn more about how to make a difference for animals by signing up for our Taking Action for Animals conference this July, offering workshops and a wealth of information. Animal care professionals, please join us for our Animal Care EXPO this May.

  49. Episode 41: Getting Closer to Ending the Canadian Seal Slaughter

    Learn about the growing momentum to stop the commercial slaughter of baby harp seals in Canada. More and more countries are closing their borders to the seal fur trade, and animal advocates are speaking out against the killing.

  50. Episode 40: Pets Used for Experiments

    Wayne and Tracie discuss the little-known problem of Class B dealers, who acquire pets from shelters, "free to good home" ads, and other sources, then sell them to be used in experiments. Hear about how these random-source dealers are on their way out.

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Hosted by author and radio show host Tracie Hotchner, "Humane Talk" is a weekly, 15-minute conversation with Wayne Pacelle, president and CEO of the nation's largest animal protection organization, The Humane Society of the United States. Tune in to the podcast every Friday for the latest on animals in our world.

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