DocHeather
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Live Natural Live Well
Live Natural Live Well
Live Natural Live Well
Wednesday 31st January 2018
Dan Mathews talks about his bold PETA campaigns and his journey from receptionist to leading animal rights advocate. Listen now on Live Natural Live Well.
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Get the buttons here!Dan Mathews: The Creative Force Behind PETA's Bold Campaigns
We all know that animal captivity and animal cruelty is wrong, and if you go on that basis, it's much easier to make decisions in your life.
Ever wondered what it takes to turn animal rights into a global movement? Heather Lounsbury sits down with Dan Mathews, the imaginative mind behind PETA’s most audacious campaigns. Known for his out-of-the-box tactics, Dan has done everything from walking the streets of Tokyo nearly naked to dressing as a carrot in Kansas City—all in the name of animal rights.
In this episode, Dan shares his journey from starting as a receptionist at PETA to becoming a leading advocate for animal welfare. They chat about his high-profile stunts, like convincing Calvin Klein to ditch fur and pressuring GM to stop using animals in crash tests. Heather and Dan also dive into hot topics like the recent animal rights legislation in France and the expansion of SeaWorld in China and the Middle East.
This conversation isn’t just about shocking campaigns; it’s about the deeper message of compassion and making informed choices for a better world. Whether you're an animal rights veteran or just curious, this episode offers a blend of humor, insight, and inspiration that’s hard to resist.