The Shifting Lens: Viewing the Animal Experience

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The Shifting Lens podcast brings together a team of anthrozoologists critically questioning our narrow, human perspective and seeking to shift the lenses through which we view our multi-species world.

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The Poetic Lens, with Gordon Meade

For this episode we had the honour of hosting the wonderful poet, Gordon Meade. We were thrilled Gordon reached out to us for a collaboration! Gordon is a Royal Literary Fund Writing Fellow and the author of numerous books, including Singing Seals, The Private Zoo, and most recently, Zoospeak which features the photography work of Canadian photojournalist and animal activist Jo-Anne McArthur. Gordon also delivers creative writing courses to vulnerable young people in a variety of settings. We ta...

Jun 10, 2022•39 min•Season 2Ep. 4

Discussing Live Animals in Children's Education with Melvin Chan - Pt2

In this two-part episode we welcome Melvin Chan to discuss his research reviewing the impact of including live morethanhuman animals in educational programs for children and youth. Specifically with a focus on the promotion of social and emotional competencies. We consider the ways in which these kinds of programs may exclude certain populations, how the inclusion of different species might affect outcomes, and the ways in which trainers and the animal workers themselves could be affected by the...

Jan 07, 2022•39 min•Season 2Ep. 3

Discussing Live Animals in Children's Education with Melvin Chan - Pt1

Dec 03, 2021•36 min•Season 2Ep. 2

Perceiving emotions of animals living in zoos with Angela Lacinak

For episode 1 of season 2 of the Shifting Lens podcast, it was a delight to have Angela Lacinak talk about her research on the perceptions that zoo visitors have of the emotions of other species, specifically elephants, living in zoos. The conversation also brought in discourse concerning the emotional lives of animals living in zoos, as well as how our understandings of this has shifted in recent years. Find out more about Angela's work: University of Exeter doctoral research: https://socialsci...

Sep 17, 2021•38 min•Season 2Ep. 1

Lions, Hyenas, and Bears, Oh My! - Discussing Presidential Companions

In this video we discuss the other than human companions of various political leaders with a focus on the role of dogs specifically in the political spotlight. We also consider the more unorthodox residents of the White House, which historically includes large private collections of wild and exotic animals. Meet the hosts: Tiamat Warda - www.humanima.de/en | @TiamatWarda Molly Sumridge - www.mollysumridge.com | @MollySumridge Rebecca Madrid - www.rebecca-madrid.com | @RebeccaLMadrid References: ...

May 15, 2021•46 min•Season 1Ep. 5

Discussing Diaspora with Dr. Sargon Donabed

In this episode we are joined by Dr. Sargon Donabed to discuss the intersection of his research on Indigenous Middle Eastern cultures and Anthrozoology. Dr. Donabed is a Director of the Assyrian Studies Association (ASA) and holds a PhD in Near and Middle Eastern Civilizations and an MSc in Anthrozoology. We discuss nonhuman animal populations that have been displaced and separated using the lens of human diaspora, arbitrarily drawn borders, and the concept of "home". Additionally, we consider t...

Apr 09, 2021•58 min•Season 1Ep. 4

Talking Mustangs with Shannon Riley

In this episode we welcome Shannon Riley, who is currently completing her Masters in Anthrozoology at the University of Exeter, to talk to us about her experience gentling mustangs and the current research it inspired. We'll discuss some of the issues with managing wild mustang populations, the language used to categorize the individuals, and how the terms applied can affect their lives directly. See below for some resources to learn more. Meet the hosts: Tiamat Warda - www.humanima.de/en | @Tia...

Mar 13, 2021•43 min•Season 1Ep. 3

Non-Traditional Companion Animals

In this episode we discuss our experiences living with companion animal species that fall outside what is considered common or traditional. We'll talk about some of the issues with the 'exotic' pet trade, understanding the individual and species specific needs, and the relationships between human and non-human companions. We feature a couple of special guests, a green-cheeked conure named Bifrost and a royal python named Apep. Meet the hosts: Tiamat Warda - www.humanima.de/en | @TiamatWarda Moll...

Jan 16, 2021•44 min•Season 1Ep. 2

Talking Cryptids with Dr. Margo DeMello

In this episode we discuss anthrozoology and cryptozoology with Dr. Margo DeMello. Dr. DeMello is an assistant professor in the Anthrozoology Department at Carroll College and the author of 13 books, including Animals and Society: An Introduction to Human-Animal Studies. Dr. DeMello has spent 30 years actively involved with the House Rabbit Society, acting as President for 14 years. She has also served as the Program Director of Human-Animal Studies at the Animals & Society Institute for 15 ...

Dec 05, 2020•45 min•Season 1Ep. 1

Episode #0 - Getting Into Anthrozoology: Our Origin Stories

In this episode we discuss some of the varied approaches to entering the field of anthrozology and why we find it so fulfilling and engaging to be a part of this community. We also refer to some well-rounded, introductory reading material that we hope will help listeners determine if anthrozoology may also be the perfect fit for them. Those sources are offered below. Anthrozoology is a relatively new, interdisciplinary field that focuses on human and nonhuman animal interactions. It can be uncle...

Nov 13, 2020•35 min

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