On this episode of Expanded Perspectives, the guys kick things off with a look at the brutal Texas heat, Kyle’s ongoing obsession with water, and their upcoming trip to the Ducks Unlimited Expo in Memphis. Then it’s straight into the weird: lizard man sightings, the so-called Vampire National Guard, a real-life cat woman, and dragons—yes, dragons—in New Jersey.All that and more, right now on Expanded Perspectives. Sponsors: Right now, IQBAR is offering our special podcast listeners twenty

#259: Travel writer and cat lover Jeff Bogle talks about his book “Street Cats & Where to Find Them: the Most Feline-Friendly Cities and Attractions Around the World,” which could serve as a road map for anyone wanting to give a feline theme to their travel planning.

Send us a text In this compelling episode, Dr. Kayla Ellefsen—Deputy Chief Toxicologist at the Travis County Medical Examiner’s Office in Austin, Texas, United States-offers a rare look into the science of forensic toxicology and its critical role in death investigations. She dismantles Hollywood myths about quick test results and flashy labs, revealing the meticulous process toxicologists follow to identify substances in postmortem samples and determine their role in a person's death. The co...

Send us a text Show Sources and Materials 10 Florida Urban Legends That Will Keep You Up At Night, Florida Travel and Life, Steve Spears 21 Creepy Central Florida Urban Legends to Keep You Up at Night, Orlando Weekly, Orlando Weekly Staff The Further Adventures of Walt's Frozen Head, IMDb Everglades Urban Legends, FDC.com I don't accept sponsors and paid advertisers. I choose people, podcasts and authors I believe in to highlight in the ad segment. That's why I've been shining a spotl...

In this episode, Dr. Kathryn Primm sits down with veterinary behaviorist Dr. Chris Pachel to unravel the mystery of why cats love boxes—and other quirky feline behaviors. They explore the science behind a cat’s instinct to seek enclosed spaces, how boxes reduce stress, and whether big cats share the same fascination. Dr. Pachel also breaks down other curious cat habits, from zoomies to kneading, and explains what they reveal about feline psychology. Listeners will gain practical insights on

TXT us your feedback!! <3 your fayce! What's This Episode About? Riva is BACK and she's not playing around. In this raw, powerful Season 2 premiere, she gets real about the moment everything changed: a workplace injury during a code blue in 2021 that forced her to face the trauma she'd been studying but ignoring in herself. This isn't just another "self-care" conversation. This is the birth of something revolutionary: the RISE Theory of Nursing. A trauma-informed, science-backed framework ...

What's a veterinarian's view on dog training methods? And if your pet is terrified of going to the vet, how can they help? We find out from an amazing veterinarian, Dr. Adrian Walton of Dewdney Animal Hospital in Maple Ridge, BC. We talked about: Dr. Walton’s position on dog training methods, and his experience of so-called “balanced” trainersHow he trained sealions at the Toronto Zoo with a whistle and a bucket of fishHow a large lizard ended up at his clinic and what his technician taught t...

Send us a text The invisible threads that connect us to our animal companions run deeper than we often realize. This compelling exploration of the pet-human bond reveals how our furry, feathered, and finned friends transform our mental wellbeing through neurochemical pathways that science is only beginning to understand. When you stroke your cat's fur or feel your dog's head resting on your lap, something remarkable happens in your brain. Oxytocin—the bonding hormone—floods your system while...

Send us a text Keywords divine masculine, divine feminine, balance, energies, spirituality, healing, transformation, societal change, historical context, self-exploration Summary In this enlightening conversation, Crystal Cassidy, Linda Davio, and Cat Mansfield delve into the evolving dynamics of the divine masculine and feminine energies. They explore the historical context of these energies, the importance of balance in modern society, and the implications of wounded masculine and femini...

Writers talk about what brings them hope for the human-dog, human-cat, and human-animal bond. This is a bonus episode featuring Patricia McConnell PhD, Jean Donaldson, Marc Bekoff PhD, and all of the writers who took part in Bark! Fest, the book festival for animal lovers. Together they share their insights on what is cause for hope. Bark! Fest celebrated the launch of my book Bark! The Science of Helping Your Anxious, Fearful, or Reactive Dog, which is out now. A few years back, I heard one ...

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#258: Jennifer Mowdy created The Literary Cat Co., a bookstore and “cat lounge" in Pittsburg, Kansas, to bring books and reading to people in a lower socio-economic environment, who otherwise might not have access to books — while surrounding them with adoptable cats from her local shelter.

Bruce and Sonny return with a midweek episode from their Midwest studio on a scorching 94-degree day, choosing podcast recording over lawn mowing while discussing earthquake statistics, cat photography, and unusual health tips. • Latest seven-day earthquake report shows 2,391 quakes of all magnitudes, including 11 significant ones measuring 6.0 or higher • Bruce discovers Time's 100 Best Podcasts list and confirms they aren't on it, officially making them "the worst podcast in the known univ...

Ep 260: She built a sanctuary for cats—but was it really a shelter, or the front for a cult? This is the Sheryl Ruthven story Sources for Today's Episode: • An episode of The Curious Case of…The Doomsday Cat Cult • Nashvillescene.com • The podcast The Opportunist • Psychology Today Sponsors: (thanks for using our promo codes, it really does help the show!) Chewy - Chewy has everything you need to keep your pet happy and healthy. And right now you can save $20 on your first order and get

A little bonus episode 'from the vault' (if you know you know). In these shorter episodes we will chat about one specific topic. They'll pop up on your listening device every now and then as a lovely surprise. In this chaotic one year anniversary bonus episode we look back on one year of podcasting and talk about some of our favourite things about the podcast. We also answer loads of random questions! From celebrity crushes, and favourite ways to cook a potato's, to Gilmore Girl episodes, a...

Send us a text Last week we began our trek across the bridge to the celestial! We remembered our connection to the stars, and their connection to our very DNA. From a deep dive into birth charts to the ways the stars have pressed into the soul of Night Sky Tourist, there's no doubt about the influence of the Sun and Moon and stars have on us! How about legends of werewolves? Humans changing into half-dog, half-human beasts during a full moon. Do our moods change based on lun...

Send us a text Ever wondered why petting your dog or cat feels so good after a stressful day? The science behind it is more powerful than you might think. The U.S. Surgeon General recently declared loneliness a major public health crisis, with shocking statistics showing it increases risk of heart disease by 29%, stroke by 32%, and dementia by a staggering 50%. But research now confirms what pet owners have intuitively known: our animal companions might be the antidote we desperately need. ...

Mitzi the 14 year old cat who's up for a prestigious National Cat Award after detecting her owners breast cancer.A wholesome meet-up for doggies and their humans in West Belfast You can contact vet Rob Adams any time with your queries to alrightpet@bbc.co.uk

🎙️ Dr. Leslie Lyons is back on the PurrPodcast! This week, we’re diving into the world of veterinary genetics—starting all the way back with Mendel and his legendary peas. 🫛👨‍🔬 We’ll chat about what’s coming up in the genetics session at the WSAVA Congress in Rio, and as always, Leslie brings her passion, expertise, and even a surprise cameo from her very own cat 🐈‍⬛ (who may or may not have inherited the spotlight gene). Leslie is not only a renowned geneticist, but also a key member of the

Send us a text Have you noticed? Curious Cat is not a political podcast. It's a place where I explore strange, nebulous, mysterious aspects of life, death, history, science and spirit. I don't so much pick topics as my guides queue them up, set them like a golf ball onto a tee. I can't tell you how many times during morning minutes something takes over my pen and writes out what is next. Sometimes it's a name I've never heard of that I'm called to research, like Raziel and Azrael, other times...