Show Notes for Plant Your Seed Podcast: Episode with Anne Molina

Join us on this episode of the Plant Your Seed Podcast as we sit down with the compassionate Anne Molina, founder of Hogs & Kisses Farm Sanctuary. With nearly 13 years of living a vegan lifestyle, Anne has dedicated her life to rescuing farm animals and promoting a message of love and respect for all beings.

What You'll Learn:

• The origins and inspirations behind Hogs and Kisses Farm Sanctuary.

• Unexpected aspects and challenges of running an animal sanctuary.

• Strategies and motivations for continuous operation in sanctuary management.

• Practical advice for individuals aspiring to start their own sanctuary.

• An introduction to the concept of micro sanctuaries and their significance.

• Future ambitions and plans for the growth of Hogs & Kisses.

• The most fulfilling aspects of life at the sanctuary.

• Anne's personal journey to veganism and its impact on her life.

• Effects of veganism on Anne’s social and family dynamics.

• The driving force behind Anne’s passion for animal welfare.

• Ways to connect with Anne and support Hogs & Kisses Farm Sanctuary.

Timestamps:

• 00:47 - Founding Hogs and Kisses Farm Sanctuary

• 3:02 - Surprises of Sanctuary Life

• 7:14 - Sustaining Sanctuary Operations

• 10:02 - Advice for New Sanctuary Founders

• 12:53 - Explaining Micro Sanctuaries

• 16:41 - Future Visions for Hogs & Kisses

• 23:55 - Joyful Moments at the Sanctuary

• 26:41 - Anne’s Vegan Transition Story

• 35:30 - Veganism’s Impact on Personal Relationships

• 40:44 - Anne’s Advocacy for Animals

• 47:07 - Connecting with Anne Molina

Connect with Hogs and Kisses:

• Instagram: @hogskisses

• Website: hogsandkisses.org

Resources & Links:

• MicroSanctuary.org

• OpenSanctuary.org