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Hungry Beautiful Animals

Matthew Halteman thinks it’s time to give the “v-word” a refresh. While the environmental, health, and ethical implications of meat consumption are clearer than ever, most people still hesitate to embrace meat-free living. Join us for a conversation with Professor Halteman to explore why a positive approach to promoting plant-based diets may be more effective than rigid rules or shaming meat-eaters, and how highlighting the joy and benefits of going vegan can encourage people to explore this lifestyle.

This event was held on: May 8, 2025 9:00 am

Guest Speaker:

Matthew C. Halteman is professor of philosophy at Calvin University in Grand Rapids, Michigan, and a fellow at the Oxford Centre for Animal Ethics in the UK. He is the author of Compassionate Eating as Care of Creation and co-editor of Philosophy Comes to Dinner: Arguments about the Ethics of Eating. His new book, Hungry Beautiful Animals, is a heartfelt, humane, and humorous exploration of how going vegan can bring abundance into our lives.

Host:

Rodney B. Campbell is a co-host, comedic relief, and Chief Vision Officer at More In Common. Known for being professionally unprofessional, Rodney brings authenticity to everything he does, effortlessly connecting with anyone he encounters. As a father, husband, and forever Dungeon Master, he’s mastered the art of juggling life’s complexities—whether in business or in the world of D&D. His mission? To show that meaningful connections aren’t difficult—they just need a little humor and a lot of compassion.