John Sanbonmatsu

John Sanbonmatsu is a Professor of Philosophy at Worcester Polytechnic Institute in the School of Humanities & Arts. He holds a PhD in the History of Consciousness from the University of California at Santa Cruz and a BA from Hampshire College.

• Education:
  • BA, Hampshire College
  • PhD, History of Consciousness, University of California at Santa Cruz

His research spans critical theory, Marxism, existential phenomenology, and Critical Animal Studies, focusing on the ethical and sociopolitical implications of human-animal relationships. He critiques the moral justifications for animal exploitation and links systemic oppression to broader social justice issues.

Recent publications include The Omnivore's Deception (2025), which dismantles the 'enlightened omnivore' myth, and edited contributions exploring cognitive dissonance in meat consumption. His work intersects with environmental sustainability (SDG 13), animal rights, and food justice (SDG 2).

• Scientific Recognition:
  • The Omnivore's Deception selected by Food Tank as 20 Must-Read Books on Food, Culture, and Climate