The Fight for Animal Rights: Cheryl Leahy’s Mission to Transform the Future of Farming

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In this eye-opening episode of Badass Women in Business, Cheryl Leahy, Executive Director of Animal Outlook, takes us deep into the world of animal advocacy. Cheryl shares how her organization is using undercover investigations, legal strategies, public outreach, and farmer transition programs to challenge factory farming and promote a kinder, more sustainable world for animals and humans alike. From the historical roots of factory farming to actionable ways listeners can make a difference, Cheryl delivers a compelling message about the power of awareness and community in driving systemic change.

Show Notes:

Website: Animal Outlook
Social Media:

Key Topics Discussed:

Cheryl’s Background and Mission:
- How Cheryl’s childhood love for animals turned into a passion for systemic change.
The Scale of the Problem:
- A historical overview of factory farming and its rise after WWII.
Animal Outlook’s Four Pillars of Advocacy:
- Undercover Investigations
- Legal Advocacy
- Public Outreach
- Farmer Transitions
Practical Steps for Change:

Easy ways to transition to a plant-based lifestyle, such as starting with Meatless Mondays or using resources like the “Dirty Dozen and Clean 15” lists for pesticide-free eating.

The Emotional and Political Power of Advocacy:
- Overcoming the anxiety of confronting systemic cruelty by becoming part of the solution.
- Viewing veganism not just as a diet, but as a political act of solidarity.

Top Quotes from Cheryl:

“Factory farming is the largest social justice issue of our time. It touches everything—from animal cruelty to environmental degradation and human health.”
“You don’t have to do it all. None of our jobs is to solve everything, but if we each jump in and take action, the ripple effect can be monumental.”

Take Action Today:

Watch Investigative Footage: Visit Animal Outlook’s Investigations to learn more about the realities of factory farming.
Start Small: Commit to a Meatless Monday or explore plant-based recipes online.
Join the Movement: Sign up for the

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The Fight for Animal Rights: Cheryl Leahy’s Mission to Transform the Future of Farming

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Show Notes:

Website: Animal Outlook
Social Media:

Key Topics Discussed:

Cheryl’s Background and Mission:
- How Cheryl’s childhood love for animals turned into a passion for systemic change.
The Scale of the Problem:
- A historical overview of factory farming and its rise after WWII.
Animal Outlook’s Four Pillars of Advocacy:
- Undercover Investigations
- Legal Advocacy
- Public Outreach
- Farmer Transitions
Practical Steps for Change:

Easy ways to transition to a plant-based lifestyle, such as starting with Meatless Mondays or using resources like the “Dirty Dozen and Clean 15” lists for pesticide-free eating.

The Emotional and Political Power of Advocacy:
- Overcoming the anxiety of confronting systemic cruelty by becoming part of the solution.
- Viewing veganism not just as a diet, but as a political act of solidarity.

Top Quotes from Cheryl:

“Factory farming is the largest social justice issue of our time. It touches everything—from animal cruelty to environmental degradation and human health.”
“You don’t have to do it all. None of our jobs is to solve everything, but if we each jump in and take action, the ripple effect can be monumental.”

Take Action Today:

Watch Investigative Footage: Visit Animal Outlook’s Investigations to learn more about the realities of factory farming.
Start Small: Commit to a Meatless Monday or explore plant-based recipes online.
Join the Movement: Sign up for the

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Website: Badasswomeninbusinesspodcast.com
Athena: athenaac.com

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