Barn & Beyond - A Barn Sanctuary Podcast

Alicia MacLean's Barn Sanctuary Story and Saved By The Barn Experience

In this episode of Barn & Beyond, Chase sits down with Alicia MacLean, Barn Sanctuary’s Animal Care Director, for a conversation about her lifelong dedication to animal care and the journey that brought her to where she is today. With more than 15 years of experience working with animals and over 8 years as part of the Barn Sanctuary team, Alicia shares what she has learned from the residents, the challenges and rewards of sanctuary work, and what it was like to be part of Animal Planet’s Saved by the Barn, the television series that spotlighted Barn Sanctuary’s rescue and rehabilitation efforts. Chase and Alicia also reflect on her growth from animal caretaker to Animal Care Director, exploring the leadership, compassion, and hands-on experience that guide her work every day.

Exploring Animal Sentience & Consciousness w/Daniel Parilo - Notre Dame Neuroscience Graduate

In this episode of Barn & Beyond, we sit down with Daniel Parilo, a neuroscience graduate of Notre Dame, for a thoughtful conversation about what it means for animals to think, feel, and experience the world. Drawing from ideas in animal sentience, consciousness, and cognition, Daniel helps us explore how science is reshaping the way we understand nonhuman minds. Together, we discuss the growing evidence that animals are more emotionally and cognitively complex than they are often given credit for, and how that understanding has shaped Daniel’s views as a vegan. From questions of awareness and suffering to the ethical responsibilities humans have toward other species, this episode invites listeners to reconsider the lives of animals beyond the barn and beyond our assumptions. Whether you are curious about neuroscience, animal ethics, veganism, or the inner lives of other beings, this conversation offers an accessible and compassionate look at why animal minds matter.

Exploring Vegan/Cruelty-Free Fashion/Using Social Media to Educate W/ Jessica Haze & Sadie Quagliotto

In Season 1, Episode 6 of Barn & Beyond, host Chase welcomes special guests Jessica Haze, a longtime Barn Sanctuary volunteer, MOB Beauty collaborator, and vegan and cruelty-free beauty and fashion professional, along with Sadie Quagliotto, social media specialist and founder of Hip in Detroit, an online community centered on all things Detroit. Together, they share their experiences at Barn Sanctuary and reflect on how compassion, advocacy, and community shape their work. The conversation also dives into the ins and outs of vegan and cruelty-free beauty and fashion, while exploring how social media can be used as a powerful tool to educate and inspire people to make kinder, more conscious choices in their everyday lives. To learn more about Jessica Haze and her MOB Beauty collaborations, visit: https://mobbeauty.com/pages/jessicahaze?srsltid=AfmBOopOyA0ikWiRK1S0jNHBqBAZzbC1o9TXwYF7XcPyEMnLXThsi3xS [https://mobbeauty.com/pages/jessicahaze?srsltid=AfmBOopOyA0ikWiRK1S0jNHBqBAZzbC1o9TXwYF7XcPyEMnLXThsi3xS] and follow @jessicahazemua on Instagram To learn more about Sadie Quagliotto and her work with social media, visit: www.sadiequagliotto.com [http://www.sadiequagliotto.com] and follow @sadiehipindetroit on instagram To learn more about Barn Sanctuary, visit: www.BarnSanctuary.org [http://www.BarnSanctuary.org]

Director of Facilities Update / How To Navigate Non-Vegan Media

In this episode of Barn & Beyond, host Chase DeBack sits down with Barn Sanctuary’s Director of Facilities, Jack Shankland, for a thoughtful conversation about the work that keeps a sanctuary running and evolving. Jack shares updates on the sanctuary’s facilities, reflects on some of the biggest changes he has witnessed over his last six years there, and tells stories that reveal both the challenges and the heart behind caring for rescued animals. They also explore the way non-vegan media—especially video games and television—can shape how we think about animals, and how repeated exposure to those portrayals can normalize or desensitize us to exploitation. It’s an honest, wide-ranging discussion about sanctuary life, personal perspective, and the media we consume every day.

One To Save Many/Vegainz Featuring Brent Hagood

Welcome to the latest episode of the Barn & Beyond Podcast! This week, we’re joined by Brent Hagood, the inspiring owner and founder of “one to save many”—a vegan clothing brand that donates 100% of its profits to animal-forward organizations such as the Humane Society and Farmed Animal Sanctuaries. Brent shares his personal journey to becoming vegan, offering insights into how he stays true to his values within the gym and weightlifting community. Discover how compassion, strength, and advocacy come together as Brent discusses the challenges and triumphs of running a business dedicated to making a difference for animals. If you’re passionate about animal welfare, fitness, or simply love hearing stories of positive change, this episode is for you! Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share to support Brent’s mission and the Barn & Beyond Podcast. To support One To Save Many and check out their cool designs, visit Onetosavemany.com [http://Onetosavemany.com] You can also support Barn Sanctuary and their incredible work by visiting their website at Barnsanctuary.org [http://Barnsanctuary.org]. If you’d like to make a direct impact, consider donating at barnsanctuary.org/donate [http://barnsanctuary.org/donate].