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Episode Synopsis
In this episode, Ben Hunt sits down with spoken word artist, digital collage maker, and vegan-feminist researcher Lauren-Marie Kennedy. From growing up rescuing worms on the playground to challenging anthropocentric norms in her academic work, Lauren-Marie’s journey is one of transformation, vulnerability, and radical creativity.Together, they explore:What it means to be a “creative with a cause”How satire, poetry, and humour can open space for deeper reflectionThe emotional toll of activism—and how art can offer resilienceBlending non-traditional academic methods with creative researchThe roots of Scottish veganism and her exciting PhD plansLauren-Marie shares her reflections on burnout, inspiration, performance, and the power of creative freedom as an antidote to despair.🌐 Learn more about Lauren-Marie and her work: https://www.laurenmariekennedy.com📬 Subscribe to our Substack newsletter for extended content and behind-the-scenes reflections: https://performinganimalrights.substack.com🎧 Explore past episodes and creative resources at: https://www.performinganimalrights.orgIf you enjoyed this conversation, don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share the podcast with your creative activist community!
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