Embark on a historical gallop with Joy of Zoognosis with Joy and Mimbres School, as she guides us through the monumental impact of horses on the formation of our societies. From the plains of ancient empires to the controversies of modern statues, our episode reveals the deep imprints left by these noble creatures. Expect to uncover how their roles extended beyond agriculture and warfare, touching on darker chapters of human history like the slave trade, and how their symbolism has evolved in today's competitive sports arenas and contentious public memorials.
Tune in for a riveting discussion on the cultural nuances of our dietary choices, especially the polarizing topic of horse meat consumption. Joy unveils the historical roots of food taboos, dissecting how past practices, such as those during shackle slavery, still ripple into present-day biases. We don't shy away from the ethical dilemmas surrounding the treatment of animals as sentient beings, challenging deeply ingrained anthropocentric views. We'll also scrutinize the effectiveness of breed-specific dog legislation, questioning the supposed link between breed and aggression, and consider how our kinship bonds with animals reflect and inform human behavior.
Our journey doesn't end there; we'll also contemplate the vast environmental footprint of industrial farming and the intricate dynamics of our domestication endeavors. From the ethics of animal rights movements to the crucial role of biodiversity, our conversation with Joy is a thought-provoking examination of the threads connecting us to the animal kingdom. We'll even touch upon our relationship with Neanderthals, and consider how our perception of human evolution informs our interactions with animals today. Prepare to reevaluate your stance on our fly, finned, and four-legged friends, and how they fit into the complex tapestry of modern society.
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Crew:
Host: C. Derick Varn
Audio Producer: Paul Channel Strip ( @aufhebenkultur )
Intro and Outro Music by Bitter Lake.
Intro Video Design: Jason Myles
Art Design: Corn and C. Derick Varn
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