In this episode, Tony Brueski digs into the chilling history of the Jerome Grand Hotel, a former hospital turned hotel that is reputed to be Arizona's most haunted location. We'll explore the building's transformation from a state-of-the-art medical facility to a hotspot for paranormal activity, examining the stories of unexplained sounds, ghostly apparitions, and mysterious deaths. From the spirit of a maintenance man to the elusive ghost cat, we'll piece together the eerie tales that continue to

From mysterious droplet marks on the bathroom mirror to unexplained orbs and an eerie, disembodied cat, their new home seems to be hiding dark secrets. But things take a darker turn as strange sounds, unsettling visions, and unexplainable scratches plague the couple. With a growing sense of dread, they are forced to confront the very real and malevolent energy that seems to have latched onto their lives. This isn't just a case of a haunted house—it's a relentless force that begins to tear apart the

What started as a quiet house, with strange happenings that were brushed off as "nothing," soon escalated into an unforgettable experience. One hot summer night, her cat’s fearful hissing, a bone-chilling grip on her wrist, and the unexplainable shaking of the mattress revealed that something dark and cold had entered her room. Despite the chaos that ensued, it was her cat’s inexplicable disappearance and her family’s disbelief that left an eerie mark on her life, one that would change the way she

Approximately 80% of orange cats are males, including the four orange cats owned by the Short Wave team. Scientists have long suspected that orange color was a sex-linked trait — hiding somewhere on the X chromosome. Now, scientists at Stanford University and Kyushu University in Japan have characterized the mutation responsible for orange cat coloration. Both groups published their results in the journal Cell Biology this week. Have a question about the animals all around us? Email us at

Shanna shares her harrowing experience with the Ouija board—a seemingly innocent experiment that took a dark and unexpected turn. Skeptical but curious, Shanna decided to try it alone, against all warnings. What followed was an encounter that left her feeling drained, lethargic, and deeply unsettled. But that wasn’t the end of it. Strange occurrences began to plague her home, from her cat chasing invisible entities to a dark, looming presence in her bedroom that seemed to materialize from nowhere

As the final minutes of 2020 ticked away, Bella from Colorado sat with her family and their little dog, waiting for the ball to drop. But something—or someone—seemed to arrive first. The dog began growling at the darkened glass door, then again behind Bella’s mother’s head... exactly where their beloved cat Louise used to curl up before she passed away earlier that year. It wasn’t fear. It wasn’t coincidence. Deep down, Bella knew. Louise had come home one last time—to say goodbye to a terrible

In the April episode of Chattering with International Cat Care, host Yaiza Gómez-Mejías introduces two conversations that highlight just how complex feline diagnostics can be.First, Dr Llibertat Real Sampietro discusses her JFMS Open Reports case study on fatal disseminated toxoplasmosis in an otherwise healthy cat. She outlines the parasite’s transmission, the clinical signs that may raise suspicion, and the value of serology and PCR in confirming infection.Then, Dr Kelly St Denis is

On this episode, we dig into the chilling story of a teenage girl whose home appears to be inhabited by more than just memory. It starts with familiar comfort—the spirit of a beloved cat, the echo of a dog long passed. But as shadows stretch and fear deepens, her world turns upside down with the arrival of something far more dangerous.  A mysterious figure tied to her sister’s past at Elder Pond, a hallway that turns darker than night itself, and a force possibly created from human stress and

On this episode, we dig into the chilling story of a teenage girl whose home appears to be inhabited by more than just memory. It starts with familiar comfort—the spirit of a beloved cat, the echo of a dog long passed. But as shadows stretch and fear deepens, her world turns upside down with the arrival of something far more dangerous.  A mysterious figure tied to her sister’s past at Elder Pond, a hallway that turns darker than night itself, and a force possibly created from human stress and

You know it’s just a movie… until it isn’t. After watching The Exorcism of Emily Rose, one listener and their roommate found themselves suddenly sharing space with something far more unsettling than just fear. Doors began opening and slamming on their own—even while the cat, usually the culprit, was sound asleep. The television developed a mind of its own, responding to conversation like it had an attitude. And then came the dream: a vivid, visceral experience of possession, control slipping away,

In the March episode of Chattering with International Cat Care, host Yaiza Gómez-Mejías explores the nutritional management of comorbidities in cats and the specialisation of feline medicine.Yaiza interviews Dr Rachel Korman about the Australian and New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists’ feline chapter and its recognised postgraduate qualification. Dr Korman discusses the chapter’s objectives, examination format, preparation strategies, and global reach.The episode also features Dr

What do you do when you see a towering, cloaked presence emerge from your parents’ closet – but your family dismisses it as “just Dad” or “nothing to worry about?” From peeking out at her from closets, to showing up in her brother’s room, even drawing the attention of the family cat – this shape seems unexplainably attracted to her. Despite countless requests for help and reassurance, her warnings go unheeded. As the years pass, the sightings only intensify, leaving her to wonder: if the figure

In the February episode of Chattering With International Cat Care, host Yaiza Gómez-Mejías discusses the new consensus guidelines on the diagnosis and management of feline lower urinary tract disease in cats with authors Sam Taylor and Rachel Korman. They discuss the challenges and nuances of developing these guidelines and emphasize the importance of comprehensive history-taking for accurate diagnosis. Additionally, Sarah Ellis interviews Noema Gajdoš Kmecová, the winner of the

On this episode, we dig into the chilling tale of Sarah and her family, who moved into what seemed like the perfect farmhouse—only to uncover a darker reality. Strange shadows, an ominous hooded figure, and a family cat turned guardian offer a glimpse into a haunting that defies explanation.  As Sarah’s attempts to reclaim her home intensify, so do the unrelenting encounters with the unknown. Was this an echo of the past, a malevolent entity, or something even more sinister? Prepare to question

Whether it's a chilling feeling of someone walking behind him at work or mysterious shadows zipping by at an old warehouse, Ivan knows that something's lurking in the background. His mother's mystical practices seem to have opened the door to the supernatural, leaving Ivan in the middle of an eerie game of cat-and-mouse with the unknown. He's got stories about spirits, accidents, and a mysterious Indian figure guiding him to the hospital. He even felt the hairs on his neck stand up when he thought

On this episode, we dig into the chilling tale of Sarah and her family, who moved into what seemed like the perfect farmhouse—only to uncover a darker reality. Strange shadows, an ominous hooded figure, and a family cat turned guardian offer a glimpse into a haunting that defies explanation.  As Sarah’s attempts to reclaim her home intensify, so do the unrelenting encounters with the unknown. Was this an echo of the past, a malevolent entity, or something even more sinister? Prepare to question

Our listener shares a tale of a telepathic cat who insisted on being called Delilah (even though it didn’t suit her) and a haunted mirror that wouldn’t stay in one place. After being passed around the family, this mirror left nothing but creepy vibes in its wake. Did the cat have a message for the family? Or was it the ghostly presence that had attached itself to the mirror? What’s worse—haunting family heirlooms or the supernatural messages only pets can deliver? This story has it all: ghostly

In a small colonial town in northern Massachusetts, Lindsay’s life has been touched by the paranormal since childhood. From feeling the comforting presence of her deceased grandfather after putting up his photo, to seeing signs from her grandmother through the frequent appearance of deer, Lindsay shares how her connection with the other side is ever-present. On top of that, her cat, Casper, seems to have an almost supernatural instinct to protect her, sensing when something isn’t quite right.

When a group of teens whips out a Ouija board on Halloween Eve, it’s all giggles and scary movies…until the candles flicker, the board goes haywire, and a cat-like shadow scales the ceiling, shattering a bedroom window from the inside. Was it the power of collective terror, or did something truly otherworldly crash this little get-together? Either way, more than just adolescent screams would be ringing out that night. If you have a real ghost story or supernatural event to report, please write

In the January episode of 'Chattering with International Cat Care,' host Yaiza Gomez-Mejias interviews Emma LaVigne about her award-winning research on the treatment of feline infectious peritonitis (FIP) with GS and the effects of co-infection with feline leukemia virus (FELV). Emma shares her personal journey and motivation for the study, as well as the methods and results showing equivalent survival rates. The episode also revisits a discussion with Tamsin Durston on the stages of