In this episode, Hilary and Myra get the inside scoop on what it takes to be a woman spearheading animal protection law in California from founder, CEO and president of Social Compassion in Legislation (SCIL), Judie Mancuso.

SCIL is the leading political advocacy group dedicated to advancing animal protection laws. Since 2007, Judie has spearheaded more than 70 state bills—28 of which have been signed into law—achieving landmark victories such as banning the sale of animal-tested cosmetics, prohibiting wild animals in circuses, ending commercial and recreational fur trapping, and requiring plant-based meals in all state hospitals and prisons.

In some instances, Judie literally went where no woman has gone before.

Impossible feats? Check.

Insider knowledge? Check.

Strong woman? Check.

And still...we manage to laugh a alot!

Recognized for her unwavering advocacy, Judie was named one of Orange County's Most Influential People 2019. She has served as Vice Chair of the Laguna Beach Environmental and Sustainability Committee and completed two terms on the California Veterinary Medical Board. She resides in Laguna Beach with her rescued cats and dogs Lily, Twiggy and Petula.

You can support the making and passage of SCIL's new bills by donating and signing calls to action at: Social Compassion in Legislation – They Have No Choice. No Voice. No Vote.Judie's book Because They Need Us: My Political Fight to Save Animals can be purchased at:Because They Need Us: My Political Fight to Save Animals 1, Mancuso, Judie - Amazon.comTo support the production of Just Before We Go, consider buying Myra and Hilary a coffee at:Just Before We Go...Theme song written and performed by Dave Ellis and the Hopeless Sinners:Dave Ellis and the Hopeless Sinners

*mature content advisory

*this episode includes conversation about animal cruelty