Teun van de Keuken

Why do we eat animals, knowing how much suffering it causes? And what does that choice mean for our planet and health? In this theatrical lecture, Teun van de Keuken takes you behind the scenes of the meat industry.

Drawing on insights from his book *Dieren zijn ook mensen* (Animals Are Also People), he explores why it is so difficult to give up meat, even for himself. Together with program maker Kees Foekema, he unravels how historical choices, political policies, and clever marketing have shaped our eating habits.

With sharp analyses, relatable examples, and humor, Teun shows that eating meat is not a law of nature, but the result of a carefully constructed system. The conclusion is both confronting and hopeful: it is not just animals that are wrapped up; we are too. But a fairer and healthier food system is possible.

About Teun van de Keuken
Teun is a journalist, columnist, podcaster, and program maker. As the creator of *De Keuringsdienst van Waarde*, Teun spent years delving into the hidden logic of our food chain and launched the chocolate brand Tony's Chocoloneley, among others. He is a columnist for Vrij Nederland and published the essay *De mens is een plofkip* with Thomas Rap.

About Kees Foekema
Kees was a programme maker at De Balie in Amsterdam for a long time and now writes as a freelancer for Trouw, among others. As a programme maker, he facilitates discussions on sustainable solutions regarding food and agriculture.

Currently showing at Markant Theater Maashorst in Uden.

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