Compassion & Cucumbers Vegan Podcast

Compassion & Cucumbers
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A vegan podcast about food, lifestyle & animal liberation. Join us for restaurant reviews, shopping tips, advocacy and all things vegan!Are you a new vegan? Do you want to go vegan? We have episodes for you!

  1. 1D AGO

    Hey Vegans-Prehistoric Hamster? Hunters Celebrate The Farm Bill - Is The Purchase Of The Ridgland Beagles Really A Win? - 224

    Hey Pickles! We hope this finds you well.  Here’s what’s coming up in today’s show! In this week’s Y Files, we’ll tell you about a recently discovered hamster sized mammal that lived along side dinosaurs & could be a link to the mammals of today! Here's the article: https://www.futurity.org/new-hamster-sized-mammal-species-cimolodon-desosai-3332902/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=new-hamster-sized-mammal-species-cimolodon-desosai-3332902 In our Noteworthy segment, The Sportsman’s Alliance is claiming a major win in the passing of the most recent language in the Farm Bill. We’ll tell you why they’re celebrating. Here's the article: https://sportsmensalliance.org/news/house-passes-2026-farm-bill-anti-hunting-language-removed-in-major-win/ And, in Our Main Topic, Is the purchasing of dogs from Ridglan Farms really a win for the future of open rescue? Here's the article: https://www.wkow.com/news/top-stories/animal-rescue-groups-reach-agreement-to-acquire-1-500-beagles-from-ridglan-farms/article_e1f5e6fb-fbe8-471d-bc15-cc4147bd63ec.html We also have a new Listener Shout Out & more! Thank you so much for listening. Much love,  Sam & Christine Send us a text! We 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

    40 min

  2. 2D AGO

    Some Unfortunate News

    Hey Pickles! So sorry to have to delay the show again. Sam is having terrible back issues, and sitting for an extended period of time (aka recording a podcast) is difficult for her. We took her for X-rays and she has a PT appointment tomorrow, so she should be loose enough to record.  We'll have a new episode wednesday 5-6. Thanks so much for listening. Much love,  Sam & Christine Send us a text! We 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

    2 min

  3. APR 28

    Warming Oceans Trouble For Sharks - Big Meat Avoids Paying Taxes - USDA In Cahoots With Animal AG - 223

    Hey Pickles! We hope you're having in there. Here’s what’s coming up in today’s show! In this week’s Y Files, we’ll tell you how warming ocean temperatures are threatening sharks & other ocean animals Read the article here: https://sentientmedia.org/great-white-sharks-overheating/ In our Noteworthy segment, the largest meat company in the world avoids paying taxes. We’ll tell you how they are getting away with it. Read the article here: https://sentientmedia.org/jbs-the-worlds-largest-meat-company-avoids-paying-taxes/ And, in Our Main Topic, more top officials in the USDA have ties to the meat industry. We expose who they are and how this affects the ethical integrity of the USDA. Read the article here: https://sentientmedia.org/big-meats-ties-to-usda-top-official/ We also have a new vegan recipe from our Vegan Cookbook Challenge. It's a delicious lemon yogurt cake from The Vegan Baking Bible by Karoline Tegelaar! Get the cookbook here:  https://amzn.to/4tDHi2Y We have a new Listener Shout Out and our usual shenanigans. Thanks so much for listening! Much love,  Sam & Christine Send us a text! We 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

    59 min

  4. APR 22

    A Dentist Wants You To Eat Animals - Going Vegan Gives You Hope - Amazing Immortal Sea Creatures - 222

    Hey Pickles! We hope this finds you well! Happy Earth Day! Here’s what’s coming up in today’s show! In this week’s Y Files, we’re diving back into the deep ocean to tell you about a sea animal that is essentially immortal!  Read the article here: https://www.nhm.ac.uk/discover/immortal-jellyfish-secret-to-cheating-death.html In our Noteworthy segment, we’ll tell you how eating vegan can help you to feel hopeful for the future! Here's that article: https://www.journalgazette.net/opinion/news-making-you-nervous-vegan-food-helps/article_00373299-8e45-4ace-858e-3c254af5ef50.html And, in Our Main Topic, the dentist that promotes being full carnivore. Check him out here: https://www.kevinstock.io We have a new Listener Shout Out & More! Thanks for spending some of your day with us! Much Love,  Sam & Christine Send us a text! We 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

    43 min

  5. APR 14

    VegNews Veggie Award Winners - The Updated Dirty Dozen List - An Amazing Jellyfish - 221

    Hey Pickles! We hope this finds you well! Here’s what’s coming up in today’s show! In this week’s Y Files, we’ll introduce you to the illusive Chirodectes Jelly Fish, and we tell you why this  amazing animal is so special! Check out this amazing video: https://www.reddit.com/r/TheDepthsBelow/comments/13mzdac/chirodectes_maculatusa_species_of_spotted_box/ In our Noteworthy segment, There’s some updates to the Dirty Dozen list of fruits and veggies. We’ll share all the new info, and tell out how you can get a printable list to take with you when you shop! And, in Our Main Topic, It’s the 2026 VegNews Veggie Award Winners announcement. We’ll go through the categories to let you know if your favorites came out on top! Check out the winners for yourself here:https://vegnews.com/2026-veggie-awards We have a new Listener Shout Out, and lots of our usual shenanigans. Thank you so much for listening. Much love,  Sam & Christine  Send us a text! We 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

    1h 19m

  6. APR 7

    The US Forest Service Dismantling - The Dangers of Kratom - Animal Ag Warns Us About Fraud in Vegan Activism-220

    Hey Pickles! We hope this finds you well. Here’s what’s coming up in today’s show! In this week’s Y Files, We look into the dangers of consuming Kratom, and where you find it. Here's the article: https://www.usatoday.com/story/life/health-wellness/2025/08/06/kratom-7oh-addiction-fda/85451305007/ In our Noteworthy segment, The Center for the Environment and Welfare has released a documentary series where they claim to expose several animal advocacy organizations as anti farming, and a threat to our food systems. Check Out Their "Documentary Series" here:  Part 1 https://youtu.be/aUcJSBHCqzI?si=F9iFj9XNfmsSJ1nt Part 2 https://youtu.be/lU5k_vwXY_E?si=-FsoHAp25Bj2Gah0 And, in Our Main Topic, we dig into what is behind the dismantling of the US Forest Service. Check out the USDA press release for more: https://www.usda.gov/about-usda/news/press-releases/2026/03/31/usda-prioritizing-common-sense-forest-management-moves-forest-service-headquarters-salt-lake-city?fbclid=IwdGRleAQ8laxleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEet0QjZ41EjxUNgZwlP4IV9Fa3mWHnvtWYipEGnrXcH4ei-nGHgTdeLUMgtLo_aem_teP35QxAflyGKqqJy64pgw We also have a new Listener Shout Out & more! Thank you so much for sharing a part of your day with us! Much love,  Sam & Christine Send us a text! We 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

    39 min

  7. MAR 31

    More On the Farm Bill - Trader Joe's Recall - American Veterinary Medical Association & The Fur Trade -219

    Hey Pickles! Here’s what’s coming up in today’s show! In this week’s Y Files, we have an update on The Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 and how it’s affecting SNAP benefits. In our Noteworthy segment, we’ll tell you about a recall of some Trader Joe’s products. Here's the recall: https://www.traderjoes.com/home/announcements?category=recalls&id=703775483 And, in Our Main Topic, we’re taking a look at the updated guidance from the American Veterinary Medical Association regarding the culling of animals in times of disease outbreaks. Read the updated guidance here: https://www.avma.org/sites/default/files/2024-09/Humane-Slaughter-Guidelines-2024.pdf 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 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

    30 min

  8. MAR 24

    Make Your Yard a Wildlife Sanctuary - Vegan AITA - Vegan Recipe! REPLAY

    Hey Pickles! We forgot to mention last week, that we would be releasing a replay due to the fact that Sam is in Tech Week for an upcoming Dance Ensemble show. If you have any knowledge of the performing arts, you know that tech week is pretty brutal.  If you're not familiar with what happens on tech week, this is the week spent figuring out lighting cues, sound cues, and tweaking staging. It's very time consuming and Sam will be in the theater until late at night all week. So, to free up some of Sam's limited time this week, we are releasing Ep 163. This is a fun Vegan Reddit episode, and we hope you enjoy it. Thank you so much for listening to the show, and for your endless support of what we do here at Compassion & Cucumbers. Much love, Sam & Christine Send us a text! We 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

    1h 8m
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A vegan podcast about food, lifestyle & animal liberation. Join us for restaurant reviews, shopping tips, advocacy and all things vegan!Are you a new vegan? Do you want to go vegan? We have episodes for you!

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  • Creator
    Compassion & Cucumbers
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    240
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Compassion & Cucumbers Vegan Podcast
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