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The Deal With Animals with Marika S. Bell

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Humans interact with animals every day of our lives: diet, wildlife, the clothes they wear, even medicines, are all intersections. This is a podcast about Anthrozoology: the study of interaction and connection between humans and non-human animals.Our mission is to make research more accessible the public while sharing the voices and lived experience of our human connection with animals. www.thedealwithanimals.com

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Episode Four in Series 8: The World of Animal Welfare and Sheltering TranscriptHave you ever considered the power of storytelling in animal advocacy? We chat with Arin Greenwood, a passionate advocate for animal welfare and a riveting storyteller. In this conversation we explore Arin's experiences in animal welfare journalism, the strategies she employs to engage the community, and uncover the potential of her work to challenge restrictive pet laws. Arin unravels her favorite dog books, and we discuss about the importance of animals in our lives. Learn about the human-animal relationship through her eyes, and understand how accessible strategies (like nose-boops!) can connect animal shelters with their communities. Arin's passion for animals shines through her work, and her insights provide a refreshing perspective on animal advocacy. Guest: Arin Greenwood is an animal writer and former lawyer living in St. Petersburg, Florida. Arin was animal welfare editor for The Huffington Post. Her stories about cats, dogs, and other critters have been published in the Dodo, Today.com, the Washington Post, the American Bar Association Journal, Creative Loafing, Slate, and other publications. Arin now works in animal nonprofits. including Her novel Your Robot Dog Will Die was published by Soho Teen in 2018, and has been optioned by Centerboro Productions.Book Recommendations: Pit Bull: The Battle Over An American Icon by Bromwen Dickey and Lessons in Chemistry: A Novel by Bonnie Garmuswww.thecivetproject.com Show Credits⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Guest Profiles and Book Recommendations⁠⁠⁠⁠ What to start your own podcast in he Animal Advocacy or Animal Welfare Space? Check out my ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Podcast Mentoring Services⁠⁠⁠⁠! ⁠⁠⁠⁠Become a Patron! ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up for the NewsletterRead the Blog!
"I'm going to climb mountains as a vegan or I'm not going to do it at all. So that's very clear in my mind.   I know vegans can get enough protein.  I had been a vegan for eight years already by then." - Kuntal Joisher Episode 5 of Series 9: Unveiling Vegan Culture TranscriptOur guest, an Indian vegan mountaineer and nutrition coach, shatters the stereotype that peak physical performance requires animal-based nutrition.  Joisher myth busts and inspires throughout this episode with his knowledge and experience as a mountaineer and a personal trainer to those on a vegan journey. Guest: Kuntal Joisher is the first Indian Vegan mountaineer, hailing from Mumbai, India. His expeditions to some of the world’s most dangerous mountains are driven by a profound personal mission as a Vegan champion, Dementia awareness advocate and a Humanitarian inspiration.Kuntal has been on several expeditions and the most significant to date has been his famous feat, his lifelong Everest dream. Kuntal started out his career as a Software Engineer, rather an unassuming happy-go-lucky chap, the guy next door, running the nine-to-five rat race. Then one day, Everything changed! Book Recommendations: No Shortcuts to the Top: Climbing the World's 14 Highest Peaks by Ed Viesturs and Think Like a Vegan by Emilia A. Leese and Eva J. CharalambidesOther Links:kuntaljoisher.comGreatVeganAthletes.comStephanieholbrook.comwww.thecivetproject.com Show Credits⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Guest Profiles and Book Recommendations⁠⁠⁠⁠ What to start your own podcast in he Animal Advocacy or Animal Welfare Space? Check out my ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Podcast Mentoring Services⁠⁠⁠⁠! ⁠⁠⁠⁠Become a Patron! ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up for the NewsletterRead the Blog!
"A lot of babies are born with an allergy to the protein in cow's milk that can transfer through breast milk, if you consume dairy as the mother....and a common thing that doctors will tell you to do is to eliminate certain things from your own diet to make the breast milk easier for your child to digest. Dairy {from cows} is one of those top things. " - Jessica Scott-Reid Episode 4 of Series 9: Unveiling Vegan Culture TranscriptWhen Jessica Scott-Reed's young daughter developed a dairy allergy, it catapulted their family on an voyage into veganism. Our latest episode welcomes Jessica, a journalist and animal advocate, who shares her personal evolution as a vegan mother and the joys and hurdles of raising a vegan child in today's world.Guest: Jessica Scott-Reid is a Canadian freelance journalist and animal advocate. She has been covering animal rights and welfare, food systems and climate change topics for major media in Canada and beyond for the past decade. Her work can be found regularly in The Globe and Mail, Toronto Star, Winnipeg Free Press, and Corporate Knights Magazine. She is also a regular contributor to Sentient Media. She is also a mom and dog guardian. Guest Profile and Episode Blog Book Recommendations: EdgyVeg East Eats by Candice Hutchings and The Sexual Politics of Meat by Carol J. Adams Other Links: The School Night VeganSentient Media- Jessica Scott-ReidOpen Farm Days articleVegan Mac and Cheese RecipeOther Episodes: 31: Attitudes Towards Animals with Matti Wilks (S5)32: Animal Advocacy in The Classroom with Mike Farley (S5) 41: Lynda Korimboccus The Peppa Pig Paradox (S5)www.thecivetproject.com Show Credits⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Guest Profiles and Book Recommendations⁠⁠⁠⁠ What to start your own podcast in he Animal Advocacy or Animal Welfare Space? Check out my ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Podcast Mentoring Services⁠⁠⁠⁠! ⁠⁠⁠⁠Become a Patron! ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up for the NewsletterRead the Blog!
Valentine's Special! TranscriptDr. Richard Sugg, a connoisseur of animal narratives, joins us to unravel the mystery of dogs' navigational prowess in an exploration of the extraordinary capabilities of our four-legged friends, we delve into historical and modern-day research on animal homing instincts. Guest: Richard Sugg (PhD) is the author of 16 books, including Mummies, Cannibals and Vampires (2011), a collection of 19th century animal stories, A Singing Mouse at Buckingham Palace (2017), Fairies: A Dangerous History (2018), The Real Vampires (2023) and Talking Dirty: A History of Disgust from Jesus Christ to Boris Johnson (2023). I am currently working on, Uncanny Animals: the Epic Homing Adventures of Dogs & Cats and a collection of historic and modern dog stories to commemorate the Feb 2024 centenary of Bobbie the Wonder Dog: Around the World in 180 Dogs. 'Are we smart enough to know how smart animals are?' @DrSugg IG drrichardsugg  https://drrichardsugg.substack.com/Book Recommendations: The Wilderness World of John Muir ed by Edwin Way Teale and The Door Marked Summer by Michael BentineOther Valentine's Episodes:E17: The Civet Lovers Club with PhD Candidate Jes Hooper57: Valentines Special!: Furry Fandom with Victoria Gersdorfwww.thecivetproject.com Show Credits⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Guest Profiles and Book Recommendations⁠⁠⁠⁠ What to start your own podcast in he Animal Advocacy or Animal Welfare Space? Check out my ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Podcast Mentoring Services⁠⁠⁠⁠! ⁠⁠⁠⁠Become a Patron! ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up for the NewsletterRead the Blog!
" I think very often people think that leather is not so bad because they think it's just a byproduct of the meat industry.  The fact is that leather is actually a co-product of the meat industry.  The cattle industry could not be profitable without the leather industry, they're tied together. It's a co-product."    - Ashley Byrne, Director of Outreach PETAEpisode 3 of Series 9: Unveiling Vegan Culture TranscriptCan your wardrobe choices spark a revolution? It's a provocative thought, and with PETA's Director of Outreach, Ashley Byrne,  we tackle this head-on. Our latest episode peels back the layers of the fashion industry's dynamic with veganism. It's not just about what we wear, but the statement we make to the world about our values.Yet, the imprint of vegan fashion extends far beyond the wardrobe. We delve into the emotional and environmental toll of industries reliant on animal exploitation, empathizing with the workers who bear unseen scars. Guest: Ashley Byrne, Director of Outreach for People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) has been on the front lines of many provocative and highly effective animal rights campaigns. She has overseen several successful PETA campaigns—including some of the most provocative—  https://www.instagram.com/ashlovesmongo/?hl=enBook Recommendation: Free the Animals: The Amazing, True Story of the Animal Liberation Front in North America (30th Anniversary Edition) by Ingrid NewkirkOther Episodes: E12: The Possum Predicament with Researcher Emily Major (PhD)E15:The History of the Conservation Movement with Author and Journalist, Michelle Nijhuiswww.thecivetproject.com Show Credits⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Guest Profiles and Book Recommendations⁠⁠⁠⁠ What to start your own podcast in he Animal Advocacy or Animal Welfare Space? Check out my ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Podcast Mentoring Services⁠⁠⁠⁠! ⁠⁠⁠⁠Become a Patron! ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up for the NewsletterRead the Blog!
"Everyone can pick and choose what they want to do in the program. We don't even measure what they do. We don't track them. There's no vegan police. We just share all the knowledge as much as we can to help them discover all the things, all the benefits, all the types of foods." - Sandra HungateEpisode 2 of Series 9: Unveiling Vegan Culture TranscriptThe Veganuary movement encourages people to try a vegan lifestyle each January and beyond. We discuss the environmental and health benefits as well as challenges of integrating vegan habits into lifestyles. Sandra, US Director at Veganuary, offers various strategies to facilitate the shift to veganism stating that alternatives to animal products are readily available. Tales of her own experiences are shared, along with simple recipes that replace the use of animal products in cooking.Guest: Made aware of animal testing in pharma and cosmetics, Sandra has been advocating against animal testing since she was a child. Sandra gave up meat in her early and fully transitioned to vegan a few years later after learning about the dairy industry. Sandra has been working in marketing for sustainable living and eating for most of her career and recently started working at Veganuary. Now vegan for over 6 years, she dedicates her work and volunteer time to helping animals.   Go to the Blog Post HereGuest Book Recommendations: You Are Crazy to Eat This by Christophe BrussetVeganuary's Free Cookbook www.thecivetproject.com Show Credits⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Guest Profiles and Book Recommendations⁠⁠⁠⁠ What to start your own podcast in he Animal Advocacy or Animal Welfare Space? Check out my ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Podcast Mentoring Services⁠⁠⁠⁠! ⁠⁠⁠⁠Become a Patron! ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up for the NewsletterRead the Blog!
"We don't share a lot of things. We don't really share much language with animals. We don't really understand all the instincts of animals, but, we do share embodiment with them.  And so that becomes a basis for imagining what their perspective is like, just like it becomes the basis for understanding what's going on with other people." - Dr. Maurice HamingtonEpisode 1 of Series 9 Unveiling Vegan Culture TranscriptIn this episode we invite philosophy professor Maurice Hammington to explore the world of veganism and the moral imagination that underpins it. Our goal is to question the norm and inspire thought, broadening the scope of our collective understanding. This episode is an exploration of the intersection of animal ethics, veganism, and care theory. Guest: Maurice has authored or edited twelve books including Care Ethics and Poetry (Palgrave MacMillan 2019) authored with Ce Rosenow, Care Ethics and Political Theory, with Daniel Engster (Oxford University Press 2015).  Maurice is a Member of the International Consultants for The Melete Center of Philosophy for Care. University of Verona and a Steering Committee Member of the international Care Ethics Research Consortium, Utrecht, The Netherlands.He and his partner Stephanie love living and hiking in the Pacific Northwest as well as enjoying the local vegan cuisine. Maurice's WebsiteGo to the Blog Post Here! Book Recommendations:  Caring: A Relational Approach to Ethics and Moral Education by Nel Noddings Revolutionary Care: Commitment and Ethos by Maurice Hamington PhDOther Links:E22: Ecofeminism and Entangled Empathy with Dr. Lori Gruen31: Attitudes Towards Animals with Matti Wilks (S5)47: Expressions of Emotion in Animals with Dr. Mariska Kret (S6)www.thecivetproject.com Show Credits⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Guest Profiles and Book Recommendations⁠⁠⁠⁠ What to start your own podcast in he Animal Advocacy or Animal Welfare Space? Check out my ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Podcast Mentoring Services⁠⁠⁠⁠! ⁠⁠⁠⁠Become a Patron! ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up for the NewsletterRead the Blog!
You may remember.  Back from October 16th, this last year, 2023. I was a guest on a really great podcast called, All Around Science.  It's a really fun podcast hosted by two huge science nerds, that help us learn all sorts of really cool scientific things that are going on right now.  I really wanted to introduce you all to Maura and Bobby and all around science.. So I invited them to put together a couple of the segments from their past episodes that closely relate to Anthrozoology or the connection and interaction between humans and other animals. And here is what they have brought to us. Guests: Maura and Bobby are two people who love talking about science so much that they did what everyone does in the 2020s… They started a podcast! They have a passion for education and science communication, and all they really want you to do is to love learning about the world as much as they do.Bobby Frankenberger is an audio producer and science communicator by day, and a stay-at-home dad also by day... It's a busy existence. Between reading science news in the school carpool line, editing podcasts, and cooking dinner, Bobby finds time to volunteer to teach science and math in elementary schools and fly planes.Go to the Blog Post Here! All Around ScienceEpisode with me!www.thecivetproject.comShow Credits⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Guest Profiles and Book Recommendations⁠⁠⁠⁠ What to start your own podcast in he Animal Advocacy or Animal Welfare Space? Check out my ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Podcast Mentoring Services⁠⁠⁠⁠! ⁠⁠⁠⁠Become a Patron! ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up for the NewsletterRead the Blog!
December Special #1 ! TranscriptWhat if you could uncover the secrets behind the extraordinary bond between humans and their canine companions? Renowned authors and dog-lovers Jen Golbeck and Stacy Colino join us to explore this fascinating topic in detail. Their latest book, "The Purist Bond: Understanding the Human-Canine Connection," beautifully explores the science behind how dogs enhance our lives in countless ways. The duo shares intriguing insights from their research, personal experiences, and their collaborative writing journey.This episode takes you on an enlightening journey through the world of dog ownership. We share the joys and challenges of raising these loving animals.Guests: Jen Golbeck is the “internet’s dog mom” and creator of the social media sensation The Golden Ratio. A professor at the University of Maryland’s College of Information Studies. She and her husband rescue golden retrievers who are senior or who have special medical needs and give them a safe and comfortable life. Find out more at JenGolbeck.com.Stacey Colino is an award-winning writer specializing in health and psychological issues. She is the coauthor of numerous books, including Count Down, Emotional Inflammation, and Disease Proof. Stacey is a lifelong dog lover and has owned three rescue dogs. Guest Book Recommendations: The Hidden Life of Dogs by Elizabeth Marshall Thomas, The Art of Racing in the Rain by Garth Stein and The Soul of All Living Creatures: What Animals Can Teach Us About Being Human by Vint VirgaConnect with Stacey and Jen:  @ColinoStacey  @jengolbeck   @thegoldenratio4E6: Dog Bites: The Fallout and Emotional Toll wit…E27: Summer Special! with Clive Wynne Its al…E45: Family Matters wiwww.thecivetproject.com Show Credits⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Guest Profiles and Book Recommendations⁠⁠⁠⁠ What to start your own podcast in he Animal Advocacy or Animal Welfare Space? Check out my ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Podcast Mentoring Services⁠⁠⁠⁠! ⁠⁠⁠⁠Become a Patron! ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up for the NewsletterRead the Blog!
Episode 8 of Series 8: The World of Animal Welfare and Sheltering Transcript This discussion with Nanette McCann, executive director of Homeward Pet Adoption Center, and Corey Regnerus-Kell, general manager for animal services at the Royal New Zealand SPCA, will unmask the various strategic shifts these organizations have undertaken in response to the pandemic, we'll explore topics ranging from operational changes, volunteer engagement, and fundraising, to the profound and enduring human-animal connection.The conversation takes a deep dive into the difficulties of managing an influx of animals in need, ensuring their welfare, and maintaining staff morale despite these challenging times. Nanette and Corey share  how they navigated these changes and the ripple effect it had on volunteer numbers and engagement.Guests:  Born and raised in Florida, USA, Corey Regnerus-Kell, has embarked on a journey with animals since he was young. While working towards becoming a Veterinarian, he worked as a Veterinary Technician for general practice as well as Small Animal Emergency Medicine throughout several veterinary clinics in South and Centra Florida. Most recently he was appointed as the General Manager for RNZ SPCA in New Zealand looking after the 29 centres, the National Animal Welfare Inspectorate and National Desexing (spey & neuter) Programme. He lives on a small block with his husband and son and their real life ‘McDonald’s Farm’ with everything from Ostriches down to Guinea Pigs!Nanette McCann joined Homeward Pet as the Executive Director in 2018.  It was Homeward Pet’s reputation for community engagement and volunteer dedication that spoke to Nanette’s personal values over her 30+ year career as a non-profit professional.  She proudly leads a staff of 27 full and part time passionate welfare professionals, successfully partners with her 18 member board of directors and has set the goal of Homeward Pet owning its forever home by 2031. Nanette is the mom of five girls, ages 32 to 8, and two fur-babies, Frankie and Ursula.  Book Recommendations:  The Four Agreements: A Practical Guide to Personal Freedom (A Toltec Wisdom Book) by Don Migel Ruizand Start with Why: How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone to Take Action by Simon SinekSimilar Topics: E1: One-Health-Our-Pets-and-Covid-19-with-Dr--Julianne-Meisnerwww.thecivetproject.com Show Credits⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Guest Profiles and Book Recommendations⁠⁠⁠⁠ What to start your own podcast in he Animal Advocacy or Animal Welfare Space? Check out my ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Podcast Mentoring Services⁠⁠⁠⁠! ⁠⁠⁠⁠Become a Patron! ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up for the NewsletterRead the Blog!
"I prefer to ask people, have you had dogs before?  What did you love about them? If you could pull those qualities from that dog, the things you love most about him, what were they? And if you'd had a magic wand what would I like to just tweak a little bit."  - Suzanne ClothierEpisode 8 of series 8: The World of Animal Welfare and Sheltering Transcript ( Part2)Have you ever wondered what goes into assessing shelter animals and adopting the perfect pet? We sat down with Suzanne Clothier, an expert in the field, to unravel the complexities and nuances of animal assessments. Our discussion delves into her unique animal assessment tools - CARAT, RAT, and FAT, and how they contribute to understanding  behavior. We also take an in-depth look at how our emotions and biases can affect our decisions when it comes to selecting our next four legged-family member.Guest: Suzanne Clothier has worked with animals professionally since 1977, with a background includes obedience, agility, puppy testing, breeding, Search and Rescue, conformation, instructing, kennel management and AAT.Her Relationship Centered Training™ approach blends science and heart to create humane, effective and practical solutions for dogs and the people who work with them, whether professional working dogs or couch warming companions. Her suite of assessment tools provide a powerful framework for trainers and organizations:RAT™ (Relationship Assessment Tool) – handler/dog dynamics, rapid assessment plus ability to track and compareCARAT™ (Clothier Animal Response Assessment Tool) – temperament assessment on 6 categories, 21 dimensionsFAT™ (Functional Assessment Tool, release in 2022) – global of functionality/welfare assessment across physiological, social and cognitive dimensionsBook Recommendations: Kinship with All Life by J. Allen Boone and  Behaving As If the God in All Life Mattered by Machaelle Small Wright and An Immense World by Ed YongOther Links: Meet Your MatchHome to Home Programwww.thecivetproject.com Show Credits⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Guest Profiles and Book Recommendations⁠⁠⁠⁠ What to start your own podcast in he Animal Advocacy or Animal Welfare Space? Check out my ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Podcast Mentoring Services⁠⁠⁠⁠! ⁠⁠⁠⁠Become a Patron! ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up for the NewsletterRead the Blog!
"So I'm asking very different questions in how I set up the test, because I want to know what is your native response here? Not a trained response, not a prompted response. I'm not begging you or just simply orienting you to me because I'm doing something. I want to know what you do if I just do my thing and you're in the same space. So the questions are different automatically." - Suzanne Clothier Episode 7 of Series 8 (Part 1) Transcript Ever wondered why dogs behave the way they do? Understanding the nuances of the right questions to ask can dramatically influence the lives of shelter animals and their adoption success. Suzanne's  insights will change your perspective on how you think about canine evaluations. We'll introduce you to Suzanne's innovative assessment tool that simplifies understanding temperament, aiding those in the shelter industry to make more informed decisions. he challenges of working in a shelter can be immense. From matching a dog to the right forever home, to making the difficult choice of euthanasia due to limited resources. Learn how asking the right questions and understanding the psyche of our canine companions can make all the difference. With Suzanne's tools such as the Animal Response Assessment Tool, Relationship Assessment Tool, and the new Functional Assessment Tool, we'll explore how to navigate these complexities, ensuring more successful adoptions and happier shelter dogs. Tune in for a deep dive into  the challenges shelter workers face, and the incredible difference they can make in the lives of our furry friends.Guest: Suzanne Clothier has worked with animals professionally since 1977, with a background includes obedience, agility, puppy testing, breeding, Search and Rescue, conformation, instructing, kennel management and AAT.Her Relationship Centered Training™ approach blends science and heart to create humane, effective and practical solutions for dogs and the people who work with them, whether professional working dogs or couch warming companions. Her suite of assessment tools provide a powerful framework for trainers and organizations:RAT™ (Relationship Assessment Tool) – handler/dog dynamics, rapid assessment plus ability to track and compareCARAT™ (Clothier Animal Response Assessment Tool) – temperament assessment on 6 categories, 21 dimensionsFAT™ (Functional Assessment Tool, release in 2022) – global of functionality/welfare assessment across physiological, social and cognitive dimensionsBook Recommendations: (see part 2)!Other Links: Chess and Thomas www.thecivetproject.com Show Credits⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Guest Profiles and Book Recommendations⁠⁠⁠⁠ What to start your own podcast in he Animal Advocacy or Animal Welfare Space? Check out my ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Podcast Mentoring Services⁠⁠⁠⁠! ⁠⁠⁠⁠Become a Patron! ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up for the NewsletterRead the Blog!
They are so magical and meaningful, and I mean magical in the magical sense. I mean, just as in open your eyes and look at them. Just look at what they are doing and there is difficulty and there is hardship in their lives, but they just carry on.- Andrew AndersonOctober Special #2 Transcript Today, we have a  guest who is here to share insights about his new book, "The Magic of Cats." With a background in creative writing and an adventure into the realm of Celtic bear gods, Andrew Anderson takes us on a fascinating journey exploring the complex world of cat symbolism, from ancient Egyptian beliefs to the association between cats and witchcraft. He challenges stereotypes surrounding cats and offers a fresh perspective on these beloved creatures, inviting us to see them as more than just enigmatic familiars.We'll also be navigating the intriguing history of cats, particularly the dark superstitions that have surrounded and impacted them over the years. Andrew will guide us through the complex legacy of this history on the cats we adore today, shedding light on the unjust persecution of black cats. Get ready to journey through various spiritual practices associated with cats, their portrayal in literature, and the important role they play in Islamic and Chinese cultures. Guest: After trying a number of spiritualties, Andrew discovered Druidry in 2015. He is currently studying the Druid grade with the Order of Bards, Ovates and Druids. He moved to Stratford-upon-Avon in 1996 and has lived there ever since. He has recently retrained as an Environmental Manager to put his love of nature and the environment to practical use . Andrew loves story-telling in all its forms, whether it be poetry, novels, theatre, film or TV. He enjoys going to open mic events, reading his poetry and hearing the work of others. He loves working with the spirit of a place and loves spending time in the nearby Cotswold hills. He doesn't have any children but does have two cats, who are just as much of a handful!  @ajanderson72 on InstagramBook Recommendations:  Watership Down: A Novel by Richard Adams and A Black Fox Running by Brian CarterOther Links:E9: October Special! Ornithomancy: Birds a…www.thecivetproject.com Show Credits⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Guest Profiles and Book Recommendations⁠⁠⁠⁠ What to start your own podcast in he Animal Advocacy or Animal Welfare Space? Check out my ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Podcast Mentoring Services⁠⁠⁠⁠! ⁠⁠⁠⁠Become a Patron! ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up for the NewsletterRead the Blog!
October Special! Transcript Have you ever imagined finding yourself inside the belly of a whale, like a bizarre narrative pulled straight out of myth or biblical lore? Allow us to lead you through a captivating conversation with celebrated author Daniel Kraus, as he unravels the themes of his latest gripping novel, Whalefall, a survival tale set inside a sperm whale. Get ready to probe into the blurred lines between monsters and heroes, and comprehend the profound ways our understanding of the world is shaped by the intricate connections we share with animals.Guest: DANIEL KRAUS (he/him) is the New York Times bestselling author of more than a dozen novels and graphic novels. He coauthored The Living Dead with legendary filmmaker George A. Romero. With Guillermo del Toro, he coauthored The Shape of Water, based on the same idea the two created for the Oscar-winning film. Also with del Toro, Kraus coauthored Trollhunters, which was adapted into the Emmy-winning Netflix series. He has won two Odyssey Awards (for Rotters and Scowler), and The Death and Life of Zebulon Finch was named one of Entertainment Weekly’s Top 10 Books of the Year. His books have been Library Guild selections, YALSA Best Fiction for Young Adults picks, Bram Stoker finalists, and more. His work has been translated into over twenty languages. Daniel lives with his wife in Chicago. Visit him at DanielKraus.com.Book Recommendation: Men, Women, and Chain Saws: Gender in the Modern Horror Film by Carol J. Clover  and The Plague Dogs by Richard Adams and Fathoms: The World in the Whale by Rebecca GiggsOther Links: E6: Dog Bites: The Fallout and Emotional Toll wit…E19: Fuzz: When Nature Breaks the Law- A Cha…The Atlas Obcsura PodcastShe Wore Black Podcastwww.thecivetproject.com Show Credits⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Guest Profiles and Book Recommendations⁠⁠⁠⁠ What to start your own podcast in he Animal Advocacy or Animal Welfare Space? Check out my ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Podcast Mentoring Services⁠⁠⁠⁠! ⁠⁠⁠⁠Become a Patron! ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up for the NewsletterRead the Blog!
It is not about animals. It is not about people. There is not a increase in cruelty and neglect in this country. There is not an increase in horrible dogs. The system is lower functioning than it's been in a long time. It's moving more slowly and it never really worked in the first place. - Kristen Hassen Episode 6 of Series 8 TranscriptIn this episode we dive headfirst into the complexities of animal shelters while also shedding light on the systemic issues that animal shelters battle. We'll delve into the delicate balance within the shelter system, as the staff strive to serve both the animals and the public.Guest: Over the previous decade, I’ve led three, large, government animal shelters in major U.S. cities. I’ve demonstrated that effectively leading animal services agencies requires a careful balance among five elements: public health and safety, lifesaving outcomes, community programs, humane care, and cost efficiency. I believe the most successful animal shelters engage their entire community in solutions, opening their doors, making it easy to help, and celebrating every single person who helps lost and homeless pets. Today, I provide consultation and support services to many of the nation’s largest and most high-profile animal shelters. I also lead projects and provide consultative services to numerous national organizations including Petco Foundation, Pedigree Foundation, Banfield Foundation, VCA Charities, and Best Friends Animal Society.Book Recommendations:  All About Love: New Visions by Bell Hooks and The Lives and Deaths of Shelter Animals: The Lives and Deaths of Shelter Animals by Katja M. GuentherOther Links: The Netherlands: Worlds First Country with Zero Stray Dogs-Outcomes for Pets with Kristen Hassen44: Animals and Domestic Violence with Theres…49: The Culture of Free Living Dogs wit…www.thecivetproject.com Show Credits⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Guest Profiles and Book Recommendations⁠⁠⁠⁠ What to start your own podcast in he Animal Advocacy or Animal Welfare Space? Check out my ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Podcast Mentoring Services⁠⁠⁠⁠! ⁠⁠⁠⁠Become a Patron! ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up for the NewsletterRead the Blog!
Episode 5 of Series 8: The World of Animal Welfare and Sheltering TranscriptDiscover a groundbreaking initiative between Father Joe's Villages and Helen Woodward Animal Center. This unique collaboration is changing the sheltering landscape and enhancing the lives of both humans and animals by allowing individuals experiencing homelessness to stay with their beloved pets.We delve into the concept of co-sheltering, a lifeline to individuals grappling with financial hardship, especially in the wake of the pandemic. We're joined by Jesse Casement, Division Director of Client Services at Father Joe's Villages and Jessica Gercke, Peer Director at Helen Woodward Animal Center. as we discuss the importance of comforting both humans and their furry family members in times of crisis. Guests: Jesse Casement has dedicated her past 13 years with the largest service provider in San Diego to supporting San Diegans experiencing homelessness. In that time, she has championed the progressive view that shelters should welcome pets along with their humans — a policy that, for many neighbors in need, has been truly life-changing.  Jesse has fostered relationships with local animal welfare organizations and veterinary providers in order to bring resources, education, and support to the clients living at Father Joe’s Villages with their animals, as well as to the Father Joe’s Villages staff who strive to create a welcoming and safe environment for people and their pets.  Apart from her role at Father Joe’s Villages, Jesse is a member of the Co-Sheltering Collaborative, a peer-to-peer learning network focused on sheltering people and their animals together. Jessica Gercke has spent over 25 years creating and refining media/publicity campaigns for a wide variety of professional industries. Through it all, her heart and soul belonged to animals.  She has put her knowledge of marketing and publicity to work for Helen Woodward Animal Center over the last 11 years.  This work means that she has been surrounded by animals every day for the last 4,000 days and involved in highlighting the programs that rely on the incredible bond between people and pets.   Sharing these unique stories with the world has been the happiest joy of her life thus far.Book Recommendations: Never Let Me Go by Kazuo Ishiguro The Housemaid's Secret by Freida McFadden and Other Links: E18: Breaking Stereotypes and Talking Abou…www.thecivetproject.com Show Credits⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Guest Profiles and Book Recommendations⁠⁠⁠⁠ What to start your own podcast in he Animal Advocacy or Animal Welfare Space? Check out my ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Podcast Mentoring Services⁠⁠⁠⁠! ⁠⁠⁠⁠Become a Patron! ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up for the NewsletterRead the Blog!
September Special Episode! With Grisha Stewart, best know for her book Ahimsa Dog Training, BAT, and The Grisha Stewart Academy, as well as the remarkable, Laurie C. Williams (The Dog Diva), who has seen it all in her 35 years of dog training.  There has been  dramatic transformations the dog training industry over the past few decades, from the use of aversives to the kinder and more empowering positive reinforcement methods. Eager to learn how trainers have navigated this shift and still manage to communicate effectively with dogs? You're in the right place. This episode is a sneak preview to September 20th's  virtual rendezvous of renowned dog trainers and behavior experts like Chirag Patel, Debbie McMullen, Jordan Shelley, Laurie Williams, and Michael Shikashio, all gathered for a candid and captivating canine confab. Join in on September 20th at 10 am Pacific Time in Zoom at the Grisha Stewart Academy for this invaluable discussion.  Don't miss out; fetch your spot at http://school.grishastewart.com/courses/shift today!Book Recommendations: Transformation Through Intimacy, Revised Edition: The Journey toward Awakened Monogamy by  Robert Augustus Masters and All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten: Uncommon Thoughts on Common Things by  Robert FulghumOther Links:E6: Dog Bites: The Fallout and Emotional Toll wit…E13: Conservation Detection Dogs with Kayl…E27: Summer Special! with Clive Wynne Its al…36: Aggression in Dogs Con Mini-Series: wit…www.thecivetproject.com Show Credits⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Guest Profiles and Book Recommendations⁠⁠⁠⁠ What to start your own podcast in he Animal Advocacy or Animal Welfare Space? Check out my ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Podcast Mentoring Services⁠⁠⁠⁠! ⁠⁠⁠⁠Become a Patron! ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up for the NewsletterRead the Blog!
Episode 3 of Series 8: The World of Animal Welfare and Sheltering TranscriptIn our discussion, we traverse through Dr. Jervis's intriguing research (Along with Collaborator Laura Bray) on relocating companion animals from the overpopulated regions of the Southern US to the North, a mission that's changing the landscape of animal welfare. We discuss the complexities that exist between the preferences of potential adopters and the available animals, and the compelling need some feel to act as rescuers. Guest: Lori Jervis (PhD, FGSA) is a Professor of Anthropology and Co-Director of the Center for Applied Social Research at the University of Oklahoma. She is a medical and cultural anthropologist as well as a gerontologist. Her animal-related research includes free-roaming dogs in a tribal community and  relationships between Purple Martins and the “landlords” who care for them. Her most recent study focuses on the relocation of companion animals from the southern US to the North as a strategy for reducing space-related killing in shelters.  (Link to Her Research)Book Recommendations: The Human Manure Handbook by Joseph JenkinsFlight Ways: Life and Loss at the Edge of Extinction  byThom Van DoorenOther Links: 67: May Special!: Barking Up the Right Tree… 56: Friend-sheep with Guest Host Nanett…50: New Year's Special- Recognizing an…www.thecivetproject.com Show Credits⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Guest Profiles and Book Recommendations⁠⁠⁠⁠ What to start your own podcast in he Animal Advocacy or Animal Welfare Space? Check out my ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Podcast Mentoring Services⁠⁠⁠⁠! ⁠⁠⁠⁠Become a Patron! ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up for the NewsletterRead the Blog!
Episode 2 of Series 8: The World of Animal WelfareAshley's insights shed light on the complex challenges faced by underserved communities in the realm of animal welfare. However, it's not all grim. Ashley shares the transformative work being done by Pets for Life. The program extends its services to over 50 cities in the U.S., offering access to pet services for individuals living in poverty.Guest:  Ashley Anderson-Mutch is a Senior Program Manager of Enforcement and Policy Reform with Pets for Life at the Humane Society of the United States. She works with animal welfare organizations across the country to address areas of inequity with internal and external policies that disproportionately affect underserved communities and communities of color. She strives to help develop an understanding of the way in which animal welfare is connected to larger issues of institutional discrimination and historical oppression for people.She also works with several municipal shelter organizations and local animal enforcement teams to implement community based support practices.Book Recommendations: Stamped from the Beginning: A Graphic History of Racist Ideas in America by Ibram X. Kendi and Joel Christian Gill and The House in the Cerulean Sea by TJ KluneLinks: Pets for Life -MapIf you liked this episode, try:E26: Pets in Poverty: Pet Retention and Housing with Amanda Arrington, Senior Director or HSUS' Pets for LifeE24: Companion Animals for Reform and Equity with COO Jen EvansE28: Animal Care Deserts, Accessibility and Love with CARE CEO, James Evanswww.thecivetproject.com Show Credits⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Guest Profiles and Book Recommendations⁠⁠⁠⁠ What to start your own podcast in he Animal Advocacy or Animal Welfare Space? Check out my ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Podcast Mentoring Services⁠⁠⁠⁠! ⁠⁠⁠⁠Become a Patron! ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up for the NewsletterRead the Blog!
Episode 1 of Series 8: The World of Animal ShelteringTranscriptEver thought about the misconceptions that surround nuisance wildlife management or how those misconceptions might be affecting policies and attitudes?  Join us for a compelling discussion with Scott Giacoppo, Director of National Shelter Outreach for Best Friends Animal Sanctuary."when you are talking about killing animals for population management, it has proven not to work, right? It doesn't work.  It never has, and it never will. And if it did work, we wouldn't have to repeat it every single year." - Scott Giacoppo Listen as we bust 7 myths and  underscore the need for shelters to build relationships with adopters, and discuss proactive ways to support existing pet owners. Through it all, Scott challenges us to reconsider our obligations to animals, the biases that might be clouding our judgment, and how we can all strive towards a more sustainable model of animal care. You don't want to miss this conversation, packed with thought-provoking insights and stories that will inspire you to redefine your relationship with the animal kingdom.Book Recommendation: Switch: How to Make Change When Change Is Hard- by Dan Heath and Chip HeathThe Five Dysfunctions of a Team: A Leadership Fable- by Patrick LencioniOther Links:Pets For LifeBear Releases in DC/MDIf you liked this episode try... E28: Animal Care Deserts, Accessibility and Love with CARE CEO, James EvansE29: Your Wild Neighbors with Alyssa EllisonE11: How to Be a Humane Gardener with Nancy Lawson, The Humane GardenerE18: Breaking Stereotypes and Talking About Cats with The TrapKing, Sterling Daviswww.thecivetproject.com Show Credits⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Guest Profiles and Book Recommendations⁠⁠⁠⁠ What to start your own podcast in he Animal Advocacy or Animal Welfare Space? Check out my ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Podcast Mentoring Services⁠⁠⁠⁠! ⁠⁠⁠⁠Become a Patron! ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up for the NewsletterRead the Blog!
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