This week on the Animal Free Labcast, hosts Carla Owen and Dr Gemma Davis are joined by three comedy favourites – Jake Lambert, Russell Kane and Diane Morgan – who share why they’re lending their voices to the Herbie’s Heroes campaign.

Jake Lambert talks about his deep love for animals, Russell Kane highlights the importance of responsible pet ownership, and Diane Morgan speaks passionately about ending animal cruelty and the need to move beyond outdated testing methods. She says:

"We can do better than outdated animal experiments – it's 2025, this shouldn’t still be happening. I’m supporting Herbie’s Law – to help create a brighter future, without animal testing."

It’s an engaging and heartfelt episode, packed with laughs, insight and a clear message: science can be better, and animals deserve better!

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This week on the Animal Free Labcast, Carla Owen and Dr Gemma Davis spotlight the launch of the Herbie’s Heroes campaign – joined by celebrity supporters Deborah Meaden, Pandora Christie, Kirsty Gallacher, and Pete Wicks.

Hear why they’re backing Herbie’s Law – from the failures of outdated animal testing to their deep personal commitment to animal welfare. Deborah Meaden says:

"I'm supporting Herbie's Law because there are alternatives to animal testing. Let's choose compassion and build a kinder and better future for animals."

It’s an inspiring episode with a clear call to action: join the Herbie’s Heroes 100km Challenge – walk, run, cycle or swim to help end animal testing. Every kilometre counts!

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This week on The Animal Free Labcast, Carla Owen is joined by Isobel Martin to discuss the recent parliamentary debate on ending dog experiments, sparked by a petition with over 238,000 signatures. Despite strong public and cross-party support, the government has refused to act — but momentum for Herbie’s Law is growing.

They also explore bold progress in the US, where the NIH is closing its last beagle lab and investing in human-specific science. Is the UK being left behind?

Plus, details on the launch of Herbie’s Heroes with a giant five-foot cut-out of Herbie the beagle in Westminster, and big plans for World Animal Free Research Day on 27 May!

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