Just So You Know

Wildlife Trafficking, Animal Rescue, and Conservation in the Wild | w/ Blake Moynes 15.06.2026 1ó 8p

In this episode of Just So You Know, Jamie and Justina sit down with wildlife advocate and reality TV fan-favorite Blake Moynes to talk about the urgent realities of wildlife trafficking, rehabilitation, and conservation work happening around the world.This conversation goes deeper than surface level takes. We explore what it actually means to rescue animals in the wild, how trafficking and habitat destruction are affecting vulnerable species, and why conservation is far more complex than most people realize.We get into:• How Blake’s love for animals turned into a real conservation mission• The truth about wildlife trafficking and rescue work abroad• What animal rehabilitation actually looks like behind the scenes• Zoos, sanctuaries, and the ethical gray areas in conservation• The emotional and financial challenges of protecting wild animals• Why reconnecting people to nature could be part of the solutionThis isn’t just about loving animals. It’s about what it really takes to protect them in a world built on exploitation.If you’ve ever dreamed of working with wild animals… questioned the ethics of zoos and sanctuaries… or wondered what conservation really looks like on the ground,this episode is for you.⸻ IF THIS EPISODE RESONATED👍 Like💬 Comment your thoughts (we read everything)🔔 Subscribe to stay tapped in for Season 2⭐ Rate us on Spotify + Apple Podcasts⸻FOLLOW BLAKE MOYNES:https://thesosa.comhttps://www.instagram.com/blakemoynes?igsh=MTF0azRna2FhMXowMg==https://www.instagram.com/the.sosa?igsh=Znk5cGo5ZmVoMzNq⸻FOLLOW JUST SO YOU KNOW:https://www.instagram.com/jsykpodcast/https://open.spotify.com/show/7D38Vg8MJKTYD8TKQe3KfZ?si=71510dba30a04af5https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/just-so-you-know/id1726036677https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@jsykpodcast⁩ (https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UC48ZL4XeAHU17l0M7a9DF4A) ⸻FOLLOW US:Jamie: itsjamiescorner.comhttps://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@JamiesCornershow⁩ (https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UC6IvbjvnCaYp3M-rHUAyULw) https://www.instagram.com/itsjamiescorner/https://www.tiktok.com/@itsjamiescorner https://x.com/itsjamiescornerhttps://www.facebook.com/itsjamiescornerJustina: https://www.instagram.com/justina.justina?igsh=NmhtbmhzZHRiMHZh&utm_source=qrhttps://www.instagram.com/justinaveganjourney?igsh=MTM0bDByMnZnZWdiaQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qrhttps://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@Justinadayinmylife⁩ (https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCqaLAHOyrWAOF6nMKGpeW_A)⸻🕒 CHAPTER MARKERS00:00 Cold Open + Bachelor Fangirl Energy00:56 Season 2 Intro + Why This Episode Matters01:18 Why Blake Was the Dream Guest03:25 Meet Blake Moynes05:00 How a Childhood Love for Animals Became His Mission11:53 What “Conservation” Actually Means17:58 How SOSA Adventures Supports Real Animal Rescue20:35 Zoos, Sanctuaries, and the Ethics Debate30:00 Wildlife Trafficking, Airports, and Where Rescued Animals Go40:09 The Hard Truth About Animal Lovers Who Still Eat Animals41:23 What People Don’t See Behind the Scenes of Conservation46:26 Inside a Real Wildlife Rescue Operation53:13 What Gives Blake Hope for the Future of Wildlife58:49 Is Blake Vegan? The Honest Answer01:06:05 Final Reflections + Why This Work Matters

How to win every vegan argument 08.06.2026 1ó

Confidence, Communication & Changing Minds | Justina & JamieIn this episode of Just So You Know, Jamie and Justina break down one of the most requested topics:how to confidently navigate vegan conversations without pushing people away.This isn’t about “winning” in an ego way.It’s about planting seeds, staying grounded, and learning how to actually reach people.We get real about the mistakes we’ve made, the emotions that come up, and the strategies that actually work when talking to non-vegans.We get into:• Why asking questions is more powerful than giving answers• How to stay calm when people challenge or trigger you• The biggest mistakes that push people further away• How to handle common arguments (protein, tradition, “personal choice”)• Using humor, relatability, and curiosity to open minds• How to make people think about the conversation long after it endsThis episode is your toolkit for having better, more impactful conversations without losing yourself in the process.Because real change doesn’t come from shouting louder…it comes from connecting better 🤍IF THIS EPISODE HELPED YOU:👍 Like💬 Comment your go-to vegan response (we wanna learn from you too)🔔 Subscribe for more conversations like this⭐ Rate us on Spotify + Apple PodcastsFOLLOW JUST SO YOU KNOW:https://www.instagram.com/jsykpodcast/https://open.spotify.com/show/7D38Vg8MJKTYD8TKQe3KfZ?si=71510dba30a04af5https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/just-so-you-know/id1726036677https://www.youtube.com/@UC48ZL4XeAHU17l0M7a9DF4A FOLLOW US:Jamie: itsjamiescorner.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@UC6IvbjvnCaYp3M-rHUAyULw https://www.instagram.com/itsjamiescorner/https://www.tiktok.com/@itsjamiescorner https://x.com/itsjamiescornerhttps://www.facebook.com/itsjamiescornerJustina: https://www.instagram.com/justina.justina?igsh=NmhtbmhzZHRiMHZh&utm_source=qrhttps://www.instagram.com/justinaveganjourney?igsh=MTM0bDByMnZnZWdiaQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qrhttps://www.youtube.com/@UCqaLAHOyrWAOF6nMKGpeW_A ⸻🕒 CHAPTER MARKERS00:00 Cold Open + Chaos Energy00:56 Intro + What This Episode Is Really About02:09 Why “Winning” Isn’t What You Think06:14 The #1 Rule: Ask Questions First09:10 How to Guide Conversations Without Attacking11:57 Keeping It Simple (Don’t Overwhelm People)16:14 Staying Calm When You’re Triggered20:37 Finding Common Ground + Moral Alignment23:38 Curiosity Over Judgment27:05 The Most Common Vegan Arguments (And Responses)31:00 Using Humor to Disarm People36:01 Letting People Feel Like It’s Their Idea40:09 “It’s My Personal Choice” — What to Say42:18 “One Person Doesn’t Matter” — Debunked44:05 “I Love Animals” — The Follow-Up Questions48:25 What Love Really Means01:00:33 Final Thoughts + Keep Planting Seeds

A Yoga Teacher on the Profound Benefits of a Compassionate Life 15.08.2024 32p

As Season 1 of Just So You Know comes to a close, Jamie and Justina take a profound spiritual journey with Sharon Gannon — founder of Jivamukti Yoga — who knows a thing or two about yoga, veganism, and how to have compassion for yourself and for people you don’t see eye to eye with. But first, Jamie tells the story of a very different journey … that almost ended in a disaster at the airport.

Why Vegan Fashion Is Easier Than Ever, With Raine Michaels 08.08.2024 32p

Jamie and Justina sit down with vegan model and sports broadcaster Raine Michaels to get the inside scoop on her favorite vegan clothing brands, learn her fashion secrets, and pick up a few tips about cruelty-free skin care. Then they plan an improbable and (frankly) extremely ill-advised heist.

The Most Absurd Beauty Trends People Are Actually Trying 01.08.2024 32p

It’s the skincare episode! Jamie and Justina talk about absurd beauty trends, share personal stories that are not at all embarrassing, and chat with the fabulous beauty creator @BilintinaMakeup about her cruelty-free skincare routine and why she’s never looked back after giving up lucrative contracts with makeup brands that use animals.

How to Stay Positive, With Wellness Expert Shaka Smith 25.07.2024 29p

This week, Jamie and Justina get real about the importance of finding balance in order to be successful as an activist and a person. And to help them do it, they’re bringing on the brilliant Shaka Smith, a wellness expert, lawyer, actor, and vegan influencer who has a wealth of wise and practical advice about how to stay grounded, think about the long term, and develop a practice in your life that leads to mental well-being. You can follow Shaka Smith on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/shakastrong.

The Heartbreaking Story of the Saddest Orca at SeaWorld 18.07.2024 32p

This week Jamie and Justina check in to see what’s going on with the orcas at SeaWorld and, well … it’s a bit of a horror show. They’re joined by Jayde and Nia — the brilliant minds behind LA’s Sugar Taco — who share their stories about baring it all in a powerful protest to raise awareness about SeaWorld’s treatment of orcas, like Corky, who’s been held captive in abysmal conditions for decades. Follow Nia: https://www.instagram.com/niagatica/?hl=en Follow Jayde: https://www.instagram.com/jaydenicole/?hl=en

Busting the Major Myths About Vegan Fitness 11.07.2024 34p

Superstar personal trainer Ashley King joins the podcast to pump everyone up (with information) about vegan fitness. This one’s packed full of vital information about how to stay fit and healthy on a vegan diet, the truth behind the myth about “man boobs,” and, most importantly, a deeply embarrassing personal story from Jamie. You can find Ashley on Instagram: @ashleykingfitness

How to Keep Animals Happy and Safe on the Fourth of July 04.07.2024 8p

Just So You Know is on vacation this week, but Jamie has a special message about how to keep the animals in your life safe and happy this long weekend while you cook some vegan barbecue with friends and family. Enjoy this mini episode, and as always, WE'LL BE BACK. (Next week, specifically.) Happy Fourth!

Vegan Masculinity, With Dom Thompson 27.06.2024 35p

Are the expectations of “masculinity” holding men back from embracing a vegan lifestyle? If so, Dom Thompson’s truly inspiring journey from growing up poor on Chicago’s west side to being “the only plant-eating dude” in prison to life as an athlete, entrepreneur, and activist proves that there’s a better way. This week, Jamie and Justina sit down with Dom for a powerful conversation about veganism and masculinity.

What People Get Wrong About Raising Vegan Kids 20.06.2024 43p

Jamie and Justina chat with animal advocate, author, and vegan mom extraordinaire Ashley Renne about her experience raising vegan kids, common misconceptions about vegan parents, and how to communicate with a partner or co-parent who’s not vegan. Also, what foods can you make that vegan kids will love? Ashley has the answers!

The Heartwarming Story of a Rescued Bear Named Dillan 13.06.2024 33p

Jamie and Justina are treated to a behind-the-scenes look at the breakup of the “Tiger King” empire, along with some uplifting and inspiring stories about animals who are thriving after being rescued from roadside zoos. 🐯Which is all a much-needed shot in the arm after Jamie’s extremely awkward story about protesting an organization where a close friend works! 😬

“No Kill” Shelters Are Failing Animals 06.06.2024 38p

This week, Jamie and Justina have PETA’s senior VP Lisa Lange on the show for an incredibly informative and thought-provoking discussion about animals in shelters, what to do about animal overpopulation, and the inconvenient truth about so-called “No-Kill” shelters.

How to Completely Fail the Easiest Disney Quiz Ever 30.05.2024 33p

It’s Freaky Friday on Just So You Know this week because Justina’s in the driver’s seat to talk about the history of Disney movies with pro-animal messages. Is there going to be a lot of singing? Yes. Is this one going to go hilariously off the rails? You bet it is.

The Animal Hoarding Hellhole That Pretended To Be a “Rescue” 23.05.2024 28p

Jamie and Justina tackle the difficult topic of animal “rescues” that are really just hoarding operations in an illuminating conversation with PETA Vice President Dan Paden, who helped expose the notorious “Isaiah 11 Ministry” hoarding operation.

How a Dog Named Ted Changed This Beauty Creator’s Life 16.05.2024 25p

When Sam McGraw met Ted, a rescue dog who had been used for cosmetics experiments, it changed the course of her life and career. This week, Sam joins Jamie and Justina to share her extensive knowledge of cruelty-free cosmetics, talk about the best cruelty-free products for moms-to-be, and introduce them to Ted, who (as it turns out) is one amazing beagle. Follow Sam! https://www.instagram.com/sammcgraww/ http://www.tiktok.com/@sammcgraww

How To Be Vegan on a Budget 09.05.2024 32p

An inspirational response to everyone who says that it’s too expensive to be vegan. Jamie and Justina walk through some surprising facts about why food costs what it does, and then they have a powerful conversation with a vegan activist about growing up on food stamps, being vegan and low-income, and why it upsets her when people say veganism is privileged.

The Shady Truth About Shrine Circuses 03.05.2024 28p

More and more circuses have given up on animal acts, but Shrine circuses are still cynically taking advantage of children’s natural love of animals to exploit them for fundraisers. This week, Jamie and Justina get into exactly what that means for the animals involved, and (just so you know), it’s not great! Also, Jamie can juggle. Who knew?

What If We … Didn’t Do Dissection in Schools? 25.04.2024 30p

Why do high schools have animal dissection when medical schools don’t? Why is dissection still around even though there are better alternatives? And what happens when you get locked out of your apartment in just your bathrobe? The answer to two of these questions is “money.” The third one’s a bit more complicated.

Historical Figures You Never Knew Were Vegan 18.04.2024 29p

You’ll never believe what the original working name for “vegan” was. Plus, which ancient Egyptian Pharaoh had a major soft spot for animals? Was the philosopher Plato vegan-curious? And why did Roman gladiators eat a mostly vegetarian diet? This week, it’s Jamie and Justina’s Excellent Adventure into vegan history!