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And Just Like Matt“Coulda, Shoulda, Woulda” with Katya Lidsky & Heidi Rose RobbinsMiranda’s pregnant, Charlotte’s not, and Samantha just wants a Birkin. It’s “Sex and the City” S4 Ep 11! And as I chatted about parenting, pregnancy, and self-love with Katya Lidsky and Heidi Rose Robbins, I couldn’t help but wonder: Will I ever stop crying?
Got a burning question about a relationship or friendship problem (or really anything Sex and the City adjacent)? Just record a voice memo on your phone and email it to AndJustLikeMatt@gmail.com and Matt will answer your question on the show with his very fancy guests.
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And Just Like Matt“Coulda, Shoulda, Woulda” with Katya Lidsky & Heidi Rose RobbinsMiranda’s pregnant, Charlotte’s not, and Samantha just wants a Birkin. It’s “Sex and the City” S4 Ep 11! And as I chatted about parenting, pregnancy, and self-love with Katya Lidsky and Heidi Rose Robbins, I couldn’t help but wonder: Will I ever stop crying?
Got a burning question about a relationship or friendship problem (or really anything Sex and the City adjacent)? Just record a voice memo on your phone and email it to AndJustLikeMatt@gmail.com and Matt will answer your question on the show with his very fancy guests.
Learn more...2023-12-2847 min
The Radiance ProjectSomebody Save Me with Katya Lidsky and Jenny FranzThese women are doing incredible work in the animal and people kingdom. Katya is a Life Coach for Dog People and works to rescue and re-home dogs. And Jenny has Better Together Dog Rescue and finds homes for hundreds of pups every year. Together they work to support the people that support the animal kingdom. Do not miss this episode.2023-04-1457 min
The Animal That Changed YouHow Rescuers Handle Emotions and Upcoming Changes for The Animal That Changed YouSpurred by a bothersome text exchange between Jenny’s rescue friend and a local person who wanted to rehome four puppies, in this week’s episode, Katya and Jenny find themselves discussing what it takes emotionally to be in the field of animal welfare. The toll, the toil, and the tribulations.They share their feelings about how to deal with privileged people and the ways in which humans justify their ideas about animals, the struggle to resist the urge to numb out in this line of work, as well as the importance of healthy detachment so we don’...2023-02-1525 minThe Animal That Changed YouThe Effect That Negative Biases Can Have on Bully BreedsBully breeds - we love them, we’ve taken the time to educate ourselves about them, and we can talk about them until we’re blue in the face. But not everyone is as open-minded when it comes to these particular kinds of dogs.Because of two upsetting meet and greets Jenny had to deal with recently, this week Katya and Jenny find themselves discussing how peoples’ negative biases can affect Pitbulls, even when they’re precious little wee pups. The duo shares about their own positive experiences with bully breeds and their own frustrations with people who make...2023-02-0828 min
The Vets UnleashedChoosing KindnessWhether it’s being cut off in traffic or dealing with an irate client, it’s natural to react in anger. Is there anything we can do to change our nature and create a more positive response? Today, Dr. Scott and Dr. Mike talk with writer, podcaster and dog life coach extraordinaire Katya Lidsky on the ways we can approach and assess frustrating situations, and to actively choose kindness as our first response. As veterinarians, patience and love for animals is crucial to understanding and dealing with behaviors that are born of fear, pain, or lack o...2023-02-0734 minThe Animal That Changed YouWhat It’s Like to Build a Brand with Social Impact with Jonathan WeinerWhether you’re in the rescue world as a non-profit business or a for-profit business wanting to help non-profits, there are two common driving forces: passion and community. To dive into these topics more, Katya and Jenny are joined by Jonathan Weiner of The Mutt Dog, a clothing and apparel brand that helps raise funds for shelters.With Jonathan’s perspective from a for-profit business and Jenny’s perspective from a non-profit, the three of them discuss the possibility of blending passion and business. Not only does it raise the questions of, “Can it be done?” but how it can...2023-02-0136 minThe Animal That Changed YouThe Importance of Building Trust Between Rescuers & Adopters and Dogs & PeopleThe ability to see all dogs as perfect just the way they are -- this the blessing and the curse of an animal rescuer. To them, no dog is unsavable despite their challenges, but even though the rescuer may not find things problematic, others often do. And rescuers need adopters to keep on going.This creates a delicate balance within the animal welfare community. Honesty is essential in order to build trust, in order to find each animal their right match. But that doesn't mean it's an easy or quick process. In this episode, Katya and Jenny...2023-01-2534 minThe Animal That Changed YouWhat Imposter Syndrome Looks Like in the World of Animal RescueClose your eyes, take a deep breath, and let go of all that pressure you’re putting on yourself to create a perfect environment as a foster, as a rescuer, as a human with an animal you love! Okay, whew, we all needed that! Especially for this week’s episode where Katya and Jenny get vulnerable about the strenuous emotions surrounding animal welfare and animal activism.From Katya acknowledging how weighed down she can get by negative thoughts (and normalizing that no one is above being affected by it) to Jenny sharing how imposter syndrome shows up in t...2023-01-1833 minThe Animal That Changed YouWhat It’s Like to Work With a Holistic Veterinarian with Dr. Heather O’LearyOpting to take a holistic approach to care for your dog or any animal versus utilizing conventional medicine might seem too ”woo-woo” for some people. But not for Katya, Jenny, and this week’s guest, Dr. Heather O’Leary, a holistic veterinarian with her own practice, TessaLoo Veterinarian Services, in Olivebridge, NY.Dr. Heather joins Katya and Jenny to share stories about how she came to be a holistic veterinarian and the animal who led her down this path. She also shares what practicing homeopathic medicine actually looks like, why it is both similar to and diff...2023-01-1153 minThe Animal That Changed YouMarketing Strategies That Actually Work for Rescue Dogs with Jamie RudenWhen it comes to marketing animals for rescue, what works without making people feel guilty or obligated? How do you ensure your campaign is cute or funny, direct, and never boring? Jamie Ruden, the founder of Be Spotted and Dog Spotted, joins Katya and Jenny in this episode to share her expertise on the best ways to market rescue dogs.Jenny and Katya seek advice on how to market pets that may be considered challenging, troublesome, or highly dependent. Jamie provides tips on which marketing strategies work to attract the right fosters or adopters in these kinds...2023-01-0450 minThe Animal That Changed YouSeeing Rescue Dogs in a Different Light: A NYE Party with Brittnie BattleHere’s a hard truth: whether we do it intentionally or not, we tend to think of rescue dogs as “broken." It may not be a conscious thought. It might not be deliberate. But our behaviors often show that this belief is there inside of us. This week we're bringing back Brittnie Battle of Charlie’s Angels Saving Animals (CASA), a 501c3 non-profit rescue transport organization in Tennessee, to share insight on how we can look inward and shift our mindset about rescue dogs.Jenny and Katya catch up with Brittnie and explore a wide range of topics...2022-12-2853 minThe Animal That Changed YouThe Beauty of Fostering a Dog and What It Does for Your SoulIf you’ve ever considered fostering a dog, this episode with Katya and Jenny might be the one that convinces you to do it. Jenny gets real about the sucky part of fostering and how she recently dealt with the pain of letting a foster go. But then they dive into why you should try fostering, shedding light on how fostering a dog doesn’t just help animals; it’s something that is actually a beautiful gift that adds love, purpose, and connection to your life, even if it doesn’t turn out to be a forever fit.2022-12-2132 minThe Animal That Changed YouHow the Spirits of Our Pets Live on Through Us with Alisha GaddisCan the spirits of our beloved animals overlap? How connected are we to our beloved pets? Have you ever looked into an animal's eyes and thought… “I know you”? In this episode of The Animal That Changed You, author, comedian, singer, and lifetime dog lover Alisha Gaddis joins the show to talk about manifesting dreams, spirit animals, and the animal who changed her, a childhood dog, a true love in her life, Duke. She tells Jenny and Katya how Duke passed while she was in college, and how she knew it, she felt it, on the very night...2022-12-1450 minThe Animal That Changed YouEfficacy and Morality of Breeding Dogs versus Adopting Rescue Dogs from a ShelterOkay, let’s take some deep breaths. Warning: today’s episode will likely bring about strong feelings, but you know Katya and Jenny. They don’t shy away from discussing the ins and outs of a topic pertaining to animals just because it’s challenging! So, they’re talking about breeding. They’re talking about dogs bred for profit or on accident, about spay or neuter, about health issues and how some dogs can’t even give birth naturally anymore.In this episode of The Animal That Changed You, the central question is this: if we paid attention to w...2022-12-0742 minThe Animal That Changed YouAnimal Welfare and Providing Care for Rescue Dogs with Sam WoyakIn this episode of The Animal That Changed You, we are joined by Sam Woyak, caregiver extraordinaire at Best Friend’s Animal Society's sanctuary! With the wealth of knowledge Sam has gained, day in and day out, through taking care of rescue and shelter dogs, she shares her experiences of working in the animal welfare field. And she's unafraid to talk about her very first job in the industry, the one before Best Friends, the one that broke her. It's a pleasure to hear Sam's personal stories about her time with dogs, from the light and funny to...2022-11-3053 minThe Animal That Changed YouAddiction & Animal Advocacy: The Duality of Self-Care and Animal WelfareAre addicts attracted to animal rescue? When does being of service become codependency? In this episode of The Animal That Changed You, Jenny and Katya get very real. Like, very very real. They take an honest deep dive into their relationship between animal loving, food addiction, and eating disorders. They shed light on the tornado of shame, guilt, and self-hatred that comes with disordered eating, and how that can be affected by the added stress of being a passionate animal advocate. J & K discuss how difficult it can be to implement self-care while fighting the good fight...2022-11-2337 minThe Animal That Changed YouAnswering Difficult Questions Regarding Shelter Dogs and Euthanasia with Sue SternbergThe one and only Sue Sternberg is on the show today so y'all might want to take a seat, grab a cocktail or a hot tea, and sink in. Get ready for a very honest talk from a renowned behaviorist with 30+ years of experience working with dogs and a keen ability to look at all sides of complicated situations. Sue is able to hold space for what is difficult or heartbreaking or even downright dangerous, and she doesn't shy away from the truth. As you know, Katya and Jenny are major shelter dog people so this discussion...2022-11-1652 minThe Animal That Changed YouWhat the 3-3-3 Rule Is and How it Applies to Foster DogsKatya and Jenny break down the 3-3-3 rule for y'all today. That's right, it's a day of 3's. From explaining what the 3-3-3 rule actually is to unpacking why patience, time, and understanding are necessary when a rescue dog adjusts into your home, these animal-loving ladies highlight how to set you and your adopted dog up for a lifetime of success. Together, Jenny and Katya share stories about their own foster and rescue dogs and how they've relied upon the 3-3-3 rule time and time again. You'll hear some updates from Jenny about Glover, Ka...2022-11-0930 minThe Animal That Changed YouAll Things Sanctuary and Barn Animals with Kathy StevensKathy Stevens is in the house today! A farm girl, writer, teacher, and the founder of Catskill Animal Sanctuary, a 150-acre refuge for farm animals rescued from cruelty, neglect, and abandonment, Kathy joins us to share the behind-the-scenes look at 20+ years of running a sanctuary.She shares stories of incredible rescues, from her most recent rescue, taking in 40 sheep at once, to what made Kathy decide to start an animal sanctuary specifically for farm animals in the first place. This episode is an inspiration for anyone who truly loves all creatures.Kathy divulges how many o...2022-11-0248 min
HomophiliaThe Divine Power of Dogs with Katya LidskyThe world’s leading Empowerment Mentor for Dog People joins Matt and Dave to talk Better Things, Blackbird, Night Flight, recovering from bulimia with the help of a special dog, and how her lesbian aunt showed her how to be free. Plus: the Kathy Hilton thing EXPLAINED.2022-10-2845 minThe Animal That Changed YouThe Intuitive Nature of Our Pets with Margo DonohueToday on The Animal That Changed You, we’re joined by Margo Donohue! Margo is the brain and heart behind the blog, Brooklyn Fit Chick. She's a lover of pop culture, podcasting, writing, health, and fitness as well as the author of the new “Filmed in Brooklyn,” Margo’s first book project for History Press. Margo shares with us intimate stories about her two cats, Sarah and T, recounting how she became the lucky mom to Brooklyn’s cutest kitties. Sure, the patience she had to cultivate as she adjusted to become a new cat mama was not an eas...2022-10-2640 minThe Animal That Changed YouThe Astrology of Animal Relationships with Heidi Rose RobbinsCalling all the believers, the brave ones, the spirit seekers! Guys, today we have a truly incredible episode. We’re joined by the one and only astrologer and poet, Heidi Rose Robbins, to dive into the world of animals and astrology. Being that this is one of the most popular ways we can discover ourselves, we thought: why not explore how astrology can help us better understand animals and our relationships with them?Enter our guest, Heidi, a professional astrologer for over 25 years. After thousands of clients, she is here to discuss animals with us in relation to...2022-10-1939 minThe Animal That Changed YouA Raw, Emotional Look at Making the Tough Choice of EuthanasiaToday we’re pulling back the curtain. Stay with us, come closer, lean in and join us in this raw, honest, and vulnerable discussion. We pride ourselves in our authenticity and ability to bare it all on The Animal That Changed You, but this is admittedly a difficult episode because we’re facing the situation in real time. Because it’s controversial. Because it deals with matters of the heart weighed against matters of the head.Jenny shares with Katya the very hard decision she is tasked with making: euthanizing and putting down a puppy who proved to be...2022-10-1230 minThe Animal That Changed YouReframing the Public View on Pitbulls with Richard JonesWe've got a TikTok superstar in the house today, friendos and friendas! Richard Jones is a police officer who works alongside two Pitbulls - his rescue Pitties, Ace and Jack. He has saved them, he has trained them to serve and protect, and he now shares videos of them to prove it. Not only are the videos of his dogs adorable and hilarious as well as offering behind-the-scenes insight into what it's like to be a copy, but his videos also show their off-duty lives. A dude and his dogs. Because they are also his pets, and the relationship...2022-10-0535 minThe Animal That Changed YouHighs & Lows of the Pet Adoption Process with Katya & JennyPet adoption is a truly rewarding experience. You're giving a loving home to an animal in need and adding a new family member into your life. But adopting a pet is also a big responsibility and it can come with changes and it might even come with challenges. In this week's episode, Katya and Jenny explore the resources available to help you through the pet adoption process. One way to make it a smoother journey is to seek out support from a dog trainer or rescue friend, or even from a life coach or counselor who specializes i...2022-09-2833 minThe Animal That Changed YouRehabilitating Dogs and Making Difficult Decisions with Saharai SalazarSaharai Salazar is as close to a superhero for animals as it gets. With over 18 years of experience working with canines, Saharai has become a dog rehabilitator, a death row dog advocate, and the go-to person to turn homeless dogs into superstars.In today’s episode, Saharai shares her story, both professionally and personally, that led her to becoming a shelter dog rehabilitator who works with extreme cases of fear, anxiety, and stress. She tells us about some of the incredible ways the Napa County Animal Shelter functions, and why it’s so important for shelters everywhere to a...2022-09-2157 minThe Animal That Changed YouFinding the Heart Behind Animal Activism with MobyWe have an incredibly special guest on today’s episode of The Animal That Changed You. The one and only Moby joins Jenny and Katya in a most insightful conversation about Moby’s activism, beliefs, and the animals who have changed him.Moby is a wildly successful musician, producer, singer, and songwriter. He is also one of the most recognizable animal advocates and vegans out there. Hearing him get personal as he shares his stories of childhood is touching. Hearing his perspective on animal cruelty and how human choices can make all the difference is inspiring. Moby is t...2022-09-1439 minThe Animal That Changed YouOvercoming the Challenges of Running a Non-Profit Animal Transport Organization with Brittnie BattleDoes your community need better legislation for animal shelters and rescues? Join us as we welcome Brittnie Battle of Charlie’s Angels Saving Animals (CASA), a 501c3 non-profit rescue transport organization out of Tennessee. CASA brings animals from overcrowded / underfunded local shelters to rescues up in the northeast that don’t have the overpopulation problem that the South has. In today’s episode, Brittnie talks about the challenges she faces while she's working to push a bill that will help enforce effective oversight of rural shelters in her area. She details the story behind CASA's inception, how CASA op...2022-09-0759 minThe Animal That Changed YouCultivating Compassion and Supporting Animal Welfare Workers with Jessica DolceCompassion fatigue is a real thing. Especially in the animal welfare industry, especially for those who feel and give with their whole hearts. And it isn’t talked about nearly enough. That's why we’re so excited to have Jessica Dolce here, a compassion fatigue educator and coach with incredible experience and an incredible mission.In today’s episode, Jessica shares how she got started supporting people struggling with compassion fatigue precisely because of how deeply she had felt it herself. She emphasizes the importance of self-care, reducing stress, and finding satisfaction in your work so that you ca...2022-08-3155 minThe Animal That Changed YouSelf-Care and Supporting Women in Rescue with Cynthia SweetWorking in animal welfare and animal rescue can be incredibly taxing. Not only is it hard work, but it’s emotionally and mentally draining as well. You’re exposed to upsetting situations that effect both animals and people and it can take a toll on you. You're on call 24/7. So how do rescuers continue doing the important work they do?Cynthia Sweet, founder of Sweet Paws rescue, a nonprofit in Massachusetts, joins the show today to discuss how the fallout after a pandemic caused an uptick in surrendered animals, how she aims to address the root of the...2022-08-241h 08The Animal That Changed YouThe Complicated Street Dog Crisis in Cleveland, TexasBuckle up, friends. Today’s episode is a bumpy ride. Jenny and Katya get deep discussing the trip Jenny took with her board member Megan to Cleveland, Texas. What they witnessed there was upsetting to say the least. Stray dogs. Suffering animals. People in need. We want to take this opportunity to share the experience and talk it out with you in terms of what it means for the community. In terms of how we might be able to help no matter where we are.It's complicated, the street dog crisis in Cleveland, Texas. Some of the an...2022-08-1732 minThe Animal That Changed YouWant to Help Animals? Here Are a Few Things You Can Do!Welcome to season 2 of The Animal That Changed You! Today, Jenny and Katya are kicking things off with a chat. A chat about you. More specifically, we're talking about how you, a fellow animal lover, can get more involved in the animal welfare space. How you can take action.In this episode, we cover a wide range of ways big and small that you can make a difference so there’s an option for everyone. From the immediate steps you can take to support animal welfare, like donating, to the more longterm opportunities, like fostering, Katya and Je...2022-08-1039 minThe Animal That Changed YouCelebrating Our Growth from Season 1 and Where We’re Heading NextCan you believe that season 1 of The Animal That Changed You is officially coming to a close? In today’s final episode, I’m taking you on a walk through memory lane as we recap our growth across 52 episodes! You guys, I couldn't have done this without you. I mean it.So I hope you'll join me in reminiscing on the many topics we've covered throughout our first season together and then we'll dig into some of the changes we've got coming for season 2! I'm thrilled that Jenny Franz will become my cohost as of next week so we...2022-08-0314 minThe Animal That Changed YouThe Power of Vision Work, Healing, and Dogs with Kristen McGuinessI’m so excited to introduce you to my guest today! Kristen McGuiness is an animal lover, best-selling author, publisher, teacher, and the founder of Rise Writers. She is also my friend as well as someone I am lucky enough to collaborate and work with.In this convo, Kristen talks about the intuition she taps into whenever she's around animals. She opens up about dabbling in shamanic practice, her experience with energy medicine, and the centering vision work she does when it comes to animals and writing. (My two favorite subjects!) Then of course we dive into the...2022-07-2757 minThe Animal That Changed YouMeet Jenny Franz: The New Cohost of The Animal That Changed YouEpisode 50, you guys! And today's guest is truly a special one. Not only is she an incredibly remarkable woman, but she’s also going to be the new cohost of The Animal That Changed You season 2!Meet Jenny Franz, founder and president of Better Together Dog Rescue in Massachusetts. She is funny AF, my pal, a badass mom, and obsessed with my Pitbull . You’re going to learn all about Jenny in this episode - how she got into rescuing dogs, what her relationship is like with other animals, and how motherhood fits into her purpose, a them...2022-07-2034 minThe Animal That Changed YouHow Awareness Helps in the Fight for Animal Equality with Sharon NuñezSharon Nuñez is the co-founder and president of Animal Equality - an international organization working with governments, companies, and society at large to end cruelty to animals.She joins the show today to have an incredibly important conversation about animal rights, about animal equality in the truest sense of those words, about what it means to be alive. Sharon shares a behind-the-scenes look into what it takes to work for her nonprofit, and talks about the experiences that undercover investigators go through, how they carry on after witnessing first-hand the many atrocities farmed animals each day o...2022-07-1344 minThe Animal That Changed YouHow to Support and Nurture a Foster Dog (with me, a serial Foster Mom)Fostering a dog is one of the most rewarding and magical experiences available. All we have to do is open our hearts and our homes. When you say yes to a foster dog, not only will you see the positive impact you make in their life, but you will also learn so much about yourself. About what you're capable of. About how good giving feels. You too will change and bloom.In today’s episode, I talk you through the process of bringing home a shelter dog and how you can support and nurture him or her whi...2022-07-0632 minThe Animal That Changed YouShowing Kindness and Compassion for Animals and People with the Vegan Godfather Prabhat GautamI’m so excited to be joined by one of the most dedicated animal rights advocates I know, Prabhat Gautam. Prabhat is the founder of the Animal Advocacy Museum, he’s organized and coordinated hundreds of vegan and animal welfare events, and he’s also earned the nickname of "Vegan Godfather!"In today’s episode, Prabhat shares his wisdom on the importance of radical, rigorous kindness and how it's based on the abandonment of judgment. We discuss some of the anger that animal activists might hold, and explore the importance of forgiveness and honoring healthy detachment as a way of...2022-06-2937 minThe Animal That Changed YouAddiction, Depression, and How Animals Saved Us with Chris DaleOkay, I won’t lie, this episode may be a tad … heavy. But it’s important, and there’s still some levity too, I promise!Today’s talk with fellow writer and my dear friend, Chris Dale, is an exercise in honesty and recovery. We don’t hold back as we both revisit some of the most difficult times in our lives. From struggling with addictions to how we found healing, Chris and I reflect on our ongoing journeys and more importantly, how our rescues dogs played an integral role in finding wellness. Chris’s stories about his senior dog...2022-06-2237 minThe Animal That Changed YouCelebrating Pets Everyday with Beth BellantiWelcome back to another episode of The Animal That Changed You! I am so excited to have a chance to chat with my good friend Beth Bellanti. She is, simply put, a beautiful soul.You might wonder what Tito's Handmade Vodka has to do with pets. It might sound like kinda a stretch, but it's not. Beth works with Tito’s Handmade Vodka because the heart of the company is a bunch of dog lovers who work hard and do good. Today we chat about how Tito got into his business, about the power of their partnerships th...2022-06-1535 minThe Animal That Changed YouCome Spend a Day with Me at the Austin Animal CenterHello friendas and friendos! Today I'm taking you on a field trip to the Austin Animal Center where I am lucky enough to volunteer. We’re peeling back the curtain on what it’s like to walk among all those kennels of homeless pets. Maybe you've never been to a shelter before, maybe you have adopted your dog from one but have never been back. Maybe the thought of going scares you or makes you cry. But I'm still bringing the shelter to you because volunteering is all about truth and beauty, and yes some pain, but more than anyt...2022-06-0829 minThe Animal That Changed YouFinding Inspiration and Creativity in Our Relationship with Animals with Author Steven RowleyYou guys know that my two heartbeats are animals and writing. So I'm super excited about today's conversation with none other than author Steven Rowley! This episode explores the overlap between animals and writing, particularly as it pertains to Steven’s incredible work. He shares about his career journey, offers advice for any authors out there who might feel impatient with the process, and provides a hefty does of inspiration by being his witty self. Steven and I also discuss what makes pets the greatest teachers, and it's an honor to hear about the incredible relationship he ha...2022-06-0140 minThe Animal That Changed YouA Behind the Scenes Look at Dog Rescue Culture with Nicole PatrickNicole Patrick is a successful actress, a singer-songwriter, and an animal activist. She is also the founder of Chic Chien Chateau, a boutique non-profit, foster-based pet rescue located in NY and CT . She joins us today to share about her upbringing steeped in the arts and how it lead to loving animals. Hearing her describe how she awakened to the reality of pet stores, puppy mills, and backyard breeders is a story you won't want to miss. And then there was her life-changing experience working with animals in Africa that left her more determined than ever to make a...2022-05-2544 minThe Animal That Changed YouHow to Prevent Cruelty and Suffering for Community Cats with Sterling TrapKing DavisThe founder of TrapKing Humane, an animal welfare non-profit organization helping community cats, is here with us today. Sterling "TrapKing" Davis is a truly impressive, authentic, and beautiful person who left his career in music to follow his heart and help animals.In this episode, Sterling shares his important work with us along with the touching story of the animal who changed him. From what TNR is to why education and inclusion is vital in animal welfare, Sterling gives us a glimpse into his commitment for cats, which involves his travel-packed van life. He breaks down why...2022-05-1855 minThe Animal That Changed YouDaydreaming About Our Future and the Animals We Hope to Help with My Husband EricMy husband Eric is back on the show today and we’re keeping things casual! Join us as we daydream and share our vision for the future. We discuss the types of animals I’d love to help and rescue, the type of space I wish to create, and the lifestyle I envision for our family, which he doesn't necessarily see but is kind enough to roll with! I ask Eric some fun questions about what animals he'd let me bring home, he shares his thoughts on rescuing cats, and we agree on how many senior dogs he’d be alr...2022-05-1124 minThe Animal That Changed YouThe Importance of Community Involvement in Cat Rescue with Anna Dickerson-HomanWhy is there a negative connotation around being a crazy cat person? Why don't more people get involved in Trap-Neuter-Release within their local communities? How can we look at taking care of homeless animals as an addition in our lives? How can we bear uncomfortable, difficult conversations in order to save more lives?These are some of the many questions we explore today with Anna Dickerson-Homan, a cat rescuer and the force behind The Kitten Factory, with all those adorable pictures on Instagram! From feeding colonies to fostering kitties, she tells us how she tackles many of t...2022-05-0440 minThe Animal That Changed YouFinding Unconditional Love From Animals with Jamie Wallace GrenierJamie Wallace Grenier is an angel on this Earth. Big statement, still true! She has turned her land in Central Texas into a haven for animals and children who need connection, compassion, and unconditional love. She’s making a difference in her community by opening her gates at Safe In Austin and inviting in every human and animal who wants to be a part of her sacred space. In this episode, we’re deep-diving into some beautiful topics, including how she has learned to let go of her protectiveness and let people do what they do, the impor...2022-04-2747 minThe Animal That Changed YouBuilding Stories Around Our Connection To Animals with Mark Gagliardi & Hal LublinMark Gagliardi and Hal Lublin from We Got This are here! This dynamic duo of improv performers, actors, and fellow podcast hosts are among the funniest people I've ever talked to. Today we chat about everything animal - from the animals who scare them to the ones that changed their lives.We dive deep into why we chase special relationships with our pets, why some people go gaga for men who love cats, and what actually makes us feel what we feel about animals. One of these hilarious guys also reveals a secret fascination with Silver Backed...2022-04-2052 minThe Animal That Changed YouThe Animal and Patients that Changed Us with The Vets UnleashedSurprise! The vets are taking over and they’re here to add a unique perspective to The Animal That Changed You.Dr. Scott and Dr. Mike from The Vets Unleashed are here to share stories all about the animals and patients that changed them. They take a walk down memory lane as Dr. Scott shares about the patient that changed him back when he was a brand new vet. Dr. Mike shares a story of a particular case that has stuck with him for years and how it has changed the way he treats his patients. From th...2022-04-1341 minThe Animal That Changed YouWhat Not to Do (Stories From My Own Experiences)We’re back with another solo episode. But today, I’m sharing 3 different stories of dangerous or dumb situations I put myself in because of animals. Although these stories are based on my own experiences, they are general safety tips to follow of what NOT to do!I share some really not smart stuff I did - like getting in a small enclosed space with a stranger, walking into a stranger’s home to help a dog, and failing to know a dog’s limits which are necessary to keep everybody safe. What I'm saying, friendas and friendos...2022-04-0621 min
How To Train Your Dog With Love + Science - Dog Training with Annie Grossman + Anamarie Johnson PhDBest Pet Ever: Katya Lidsky, host of The Animal That Changed You, on writing love letters to her dying dog. Also: Jonathan Safran Foer's case for eating... dogs.Annie interviews Katya Lidsky, a writer, podcaster and frequent dog fosterer who lives in Austin, TX. She recently started a podcast called The Animal That Changed You, and interviewed Annie about an animal that changed her (head over and check out the episode! https://www.katyalidsky.com/podcast).Katya, who refers to herself as a "soft core" animal activist, tells Annie about loving and losing a dog who helped her heal from her longtime struggle with an eating disorder. In her dog Ophelia's final days, Katya wrote her love letters daily. Annie lends her some advice...2022-04-0246 minThe Animal That Changed YouFrom Dog Lover to Manhattan’s Go-To Dog Trainer with Annie GrossmanAnnie Grossman is the co-founder and host of The School for Dogs training center in New York City. She joins us today to share her journey from being a regular dog lover to becoming Manhattan’s go-to dog trainer and a podcaster about all things dog.We cover the importance of understanding the learning theory behind animal behavior and go over many of the ways in which you can bond with your pet, so this episode is a must for anyone who wants to delve into how to better communicate and build trust with a fur baby. An...2022-03-3027 minThe Animal That Changed YouHow To Peacefully Merge A Cat-and-Dog (& Child) HouseholdNaomi Rotenberg, MA, KPA-CTP, FPPE, is a dog trainer and the owner behind Praiseworthy Pets. She's also the host of It's Training Cats & Dogs podcast and a double mom to two humans and a cat-dog pair!Naomi joins us today to share her wisdom on how she helps cats and dogs live together peacefully. She tells us about how she came to be a pet-mom to Rio (the cat) and Uri (the dog), why her education enhanced her pet-training skills, and how she continues to help cat-and-dog families find solutions through easy-to-follow tools and resources dedicated specifically...2022-03-2853 min
We Got This with Mark and Hal#367 - Best Will Ferrell Role with Katya LidskyKatya Lidsky, host of The Animal That Changed You, joins us to pick the best Will Ferrell role.
2022-03-2356 minThe Animal That Changed YouHow Sherri Franklin is Saving Senior Animals and Making an Impact in San FranciscoSherri Franklin is the founder of Muttville Senior Dog Rescue. She was named a CNN Hero in 2016, which emphasizes the impact she’s had on the lives of senior animals and her community overall.She joins us today to talk about her mission to help aging animals. Sherri explains how Muttville began, why she ultimately decided to do something about the animal shelter conditions she'd witnessed, and how she continues to sustain a growing Muttville all these years later. I also ask Sherri an important question, one I feel she’s best qualified to answer: How do we k...2022-03-2341 minThe Animal That Changed YouThe Animals That Saved Us with Zach SkowZach Skow is the founder of Marley’s Mutts, an incredible dog rescue, and the founder of the Pawsitive Change program, which aims to create opportunities for incarcerated people and pets so that they can find their path home.Zach joins me today to have a heartfelt conversation about recovery, rehabilitation, and the importance of having chances. We discuss how animals, especially dogs, can help us redefine our ideas of family, the value of being in service, and how the 12 Step recovery program acts as a guidebook for living your best life. This episode is all...2022-03-1648 min
It's Training Cats and Dogs!When Love Isn’t Enough - With Katya LidskyLoving our pets is absolutely fundamental to making your pet partnership work. And yes, it is work a lot of the time. Bringing a new animal home to your existing pets can be a tough thing to get right. It can take a lot of time, energy, and effort, so loving them is a big part of staying sane and keeping everyone happy. But sometimes, love isn’t enough. There’s bound to be a little tension, but with a lot of work, training, patience, and management strategies, that should all pay off. But...2022-03-1551 minThe Animal That Changed YouWhat Animals Teach Us About Empathy and Being with Catherine RavenCatherine Raven is the author of a beautiful book titled “Fox and I: An Uncommon Friendship”. She has a PhD in biology, holds degrees in zoology and botany, and is a former national park ranger. What I'm saying is she is super smart! Just listen to her talk about anthropomorphism, the six kingdoms of life, and where humans and animals fit together to know it's true.Today, Catherine joins the show to talk about what wild animals can teach us about empathy, being, and humanity. To hear her explain reciprocity in our relationships with animals will fill your...2022-03-0950 minThe Animal That Changed YouHow to Instill a Love for Animals in Kids with My Favorite Guests, My Kids!This episode is for anybody juggling the duties of being a parent to human children and fur children at the same time, for my double moms and double dads out there! If you're soon-to be a double parent or even a pet mom or dad who has nieces, nephews, or other kids in your life, then this is for you too. Because today's episode is all about instilling and cultivating respect for animals in children. I explain why I think developing a love for animals in our kids is one of the most important gifts we can g...2022-03-0224 minThe Animal That Changed YouHow Downtown Dog Rescue Provides Care for People and Their Pets with Lori WeiseDowntown Dog Rescue started over 20 years ago by Lori Weise, an animal lover, an advocate for justice, and a woman who wanted to provide a solution to the suffering she saw all around her. People starving, people who were homeless, people trying to do do right by their pets yet lacking in resources and support. Lori didn't set out to fix the whole world at once; she just decided to do something where she could, how she could, one step at a time.From hearing her share her story of the animal who changed her to the i...2022-02-2342 minThe Animal That Changed YouAn Inside Look Into the World of Rescuing Foxes with Nicole NavarroNicole Navarro is here with us today to talk about rescuing foxes! How cool is that! As the president and founder of Pawsitive Beginnings, a nonprofit organization that saves foxes from fur farms, she shares her story about the animals that changed her and what being around foxes is truly like.From how she secured funding to get her organization started to what respecting and bonding with foxes looks like, Nicole is honest and compassionate, realistic and dedicated to her advocacy for these curious beings. Together we discuss what a kinder world for animals really means and...2022-02-1649 minThe Animal That Changed YouAn Honest Conversation About the Rescue System, Adoption, and Breeding with Sophie GamandI’m so honored to have none other than Sophie Gamand on the show. Sophie is an animal advocate, artist, and award-winning photographer. You might know her from her stunning, powerful Pit Bull Flower Power series or her Wet Dog series. She does her work pro bono for non-profits, rescues, and shelters to communicate the idea of dogs having agency and she does it through photography.Sophie shares her experience about awakening to the world of rescue in Puerto Rico, her commitment to helping shelters and rescues, and how vital it is to use art for good. We...2022-02-0952 minThe Animal That Changed YouGoodbye To A Great Love, My Sweet Ophelia - with my husband EricThis episode of The Animal That Changed You is not only closest to my heart, but it was the hardest to record. My husband Eric sat down to interview me about my sweet Ophelia. There comes a time when every pet parent has to say goodbye. And today, Eric and I take a walk down memory lane as we honor Ophelia.From how she came into my life, to the lessons she taught me over our 17 years together, to how she changed me, to how this whole podcast started because of her, this is an episode that...2022-02-0241 minThe Animal That Changed YouHow Our Pets Can Teach Us to Be More Present with Non WelsWe’re joined by Non Wels - a supreme empath, feely human, and all-around special soul. Non and I have an honest and important conversation about the importance of setting boundaries as empaths, how the love and special bond with our pets grounds us, and the unique ways that animals can help us in our journeys. You’ll hear Non talk about his very special dog, Scooby, how he changed his life by helping him relinquish the facade he thought he had to hold onto, teaching him to be more present, and the many other ways he playe...2022-01-2639 minThe Animal That Changed YouSappy, Funny, and Just Plain Nuts Stories of Our FostersWe’re doing things a little differently in this episode. Instead of hearing from one of our amazing guests, you’re going to hear from yours truly. Specifically, you’re in for a treat as I share some zany stories from our greatest hits fosters. From stories of our first foster who flew all the way from Taiwan, two tiny ragamuffin terriers, Shiloh - the beagle who confirmed my deepest fears, and so many more, this episode is a heartwarming walk through memory lane all about the fosters that changed me. I share stories about John Goodman - our 5...2022-01-1933 minThe Animal That Changed YouNavigating Grief, Guilt, and Trust as a Pet Parent with Alison RosenI’m incredibly happy to be chatting with the queen of podcasting herself, Alison Rosen. Alison isn’t just a fellow animal lover and dog mom, but she’s also the host of Alison Rosen is Your New Best Friend, and the co-host of Childish. We talk about Alison’s dogs, Oliver and Wendy, in this episode. Alison also tells us about her childhood, why she fell in love with animals, and how she developed a strong sense of empathy and sympathy for people and animals. She also gets real with us as she discusses the loss of her Ca...2022-01-1229 minThe Animal That Changed YouBeagles, Senior Dogs, Beta Fishes, and What it Means to Love an Animal with Casey Rose WilsonYou may know Casey Rose Wilson as a hilarious actress and comedian, but she’s also an animal lover. She’s here today to talk about beagles, senior dogs, beta fish, and what it means o love an animal. From stories of our childhood pets to what it means to raise pet smart children, Casey shares the good, bad, and the ugly of interacting with and caring for our furry family members.Casey shares the story behind her love for beagles, dealing with children who have a fear of dogs, and the darker and painful side of losi...2022-01-0540 minThe Animal That Changed YouFinding Our Space In A Herd Of Horses with Sarah Maslin NirSarah Maslin Nir is here today to talk to us about the powerful relationship between horses and humans. From her compulsion to seek justice, to the beautiful safety she explains that prey animals need, to her honesty about horses being her refuge, Sarah's obsession is a gift. She shares what horses mean to her and how they bring people together; she shares horse history and the lesser-known intricacies of the equestrian world only a horse crazy person would know. As a journalist and staff reporter for the New York Times and as a finalist for the 2016 Pulitzer prize for l...2021-12-2939 minThe Animal That Changed YouBuilding A Trusting Relationship With Your Dog with Laura LondonAre you basically listening to two long-time friends gab about all things dog in this episode? Yes, you are. But you'll also hear personal stories, an homage to horses, and the gratitude we feel for the animals who've stuck with us through thick and thin. Laura London is a highly-qualified, certified dog trainer who is unafraid to shed light on why most behavioral issues ultimately stem from the owner, and why we need to evaluate ourselves before placing blame on our pets. But we also have an important discussion about why we shouldn’t be so quick to judge ot...2021-12-2252 min
The Animal That Changed YouTake That Compassion and Expand It with CAREThis is where it's at. James and Jennifer Evans are here to talk to us about elevating BIPOC voices in animal welfare and bringing in people from all walks of life. By challenging assumptions and suspending judgments, we can better stay true to honest narratives instead of getting caught up in the stories we tell ourselves about other people. Because to help animals, we need to participate in communities. Because to help animals, we need to be inclusive and that means reckoning with our privilege. Because to help animals, we need different answers, we need to get rid of...2021-12-1550 min
The Animal That Changed YouAnimals Are Cozy Wozy Home with Michaela WatkinsMichaela Watkins is our guest today and it's a gift to hear her share about her queen cat Izzy, her dopey cat Joe, cuddly Jeff the Dog, and Wuzzabear, the pup supermodel, all who have changed her life. This episode contains stories about lovers, liars, and narcissistic assholes, but it also delves into the pure love only animals can offer and what a good hang they can be. Cat allergies are discussed, you'll probably never think about the David Letterman theme song in the same way again, and listening to Michaela will definitely make you extra grateful for your...2021-12-0850 min
The Animal That Changed YouAll You Have To Do Is Love Them with Matt McConkey and Michael GrassiMatt McConkey and Michael Grassi are the pet adoption dream couple. In this episode, you’ll hear one of the best gotcha stories about a dignified senior dog who became the cornerstone for a love story. A beautiful soul whose head smelled like oatmeal cookies inspired communication between two people and united them as family, but she also brought them out of their heads and made them feel cool. From being thirsty for dog kisses to reframing how we think about rescuing senior pets, from seeing your future in a dog’s eyes to the hard reality of saying good...2021-12-0139 min
The Animal That Changed YouTaking Care Of The Flock with Our Hen HouseOur Thanksgiving week episode is with the cohosts of Our Hen House, here to tell us about Calhoun, the special dog who changed Mariann, and Rudy the rescue chicken with prosthetic feet who changed Jasmin. These two incredible activists delve into the overlap between animal rights and antiracism, why we don't have to try to change our families, and the importance of boundaries, especially around the holiday table. We discuss the nature of animal law and being okay with finding your people and your purpose however they come. Last but not least, listeners are welcome to call in to (415) 787-3...2021-11-2438 min
The Animal That Changed YouDogs As Heads Of The Family with Can I Pet Your DogOMG! Can I Pet Your Dog's cohosts are with us today! Renee Colvert and Alexis B. Preston are here to discuss the threat of authenticity, horoscopes up and down, and the amazing gotcha stories of their dogs', Tugboat, Cricket and Crumb. Listen to these remarkable women share about Molly and Nikki, the childhood pups who came first, and why it can be healing to talk to our pets since passed, whether it be to ask them for forgiveness or for help finding a husband. You will definitely want to hang out with this talented and hilarious dynamic duo for...2021-11-1749 min
The Animal That Changed YouWe Are Experiencing This Together with Bare Hands BeranMichael Beran is here to have a nuanced conversation about his animal rescue service. From his days growing up in the swamps of Louisiana to his show on Animal Planet & Discovery+, Beran never uses gloves to deal with a removal even though he'll likely get bit. This is because of his reverence for animals, a commitment to letting them feel him as he feels them. Though Beran keeps us guessing the whole episode about who changed him, it's an unbelievable discovery! Plus, Michael shares his knowledge on birds of prey, raccoons, bats, snakes and more along the way.2021-11-1042 min
With A DogThe Animal That Changed You w/ @katyalidskyAdopt A Senior Pet Month- leave a podcast review or rating by Nov 30th and a $10 donation will be made to a Seattle based senior dog rescue!Fellow animal podcaster and senior hound mom , Katya Lidsky, is this week's amazing guest! Katya is a writer, host of The Animal That Changed You podcast, and an overall dog nut. She runs a senior pet support group, considers herself more of a dog coach than a dog trainer, and loves volunteering at animal shelters and fostering senior dogs. We discuss top tips for adopting a senior d...2021-11-101h 04
You, Me, Empathy200: Empathy Strategies and Mental Health Tips (200th Episode Celebration)On Episode 200 of You, Me, Empathy, I invite past guests and feely human friends to share their personally meaningful empathy strategies and mental health tips for a 200th episode celebration! From Mignon Fogarty’s daily walks and Shelby Forsythia’s prepositional phrases to Jessica Murnane’s nice shows and Rebecca-Monique’s mental filters, I hope that you find some meaning and beauty to apply to your own life, sweet feely human.
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The Animal That Changed YouBringing The Walls Down with Travis BrorsenTravis Brorsen joins us this week to talk about all things dog. From growing up on a farm to the pain of losing a pig he loved to winning the Greatest American Dog Trainer reality TV show, Travis shares how he learned not only how to live with dogs, but also how to open up and feel because of them. It’s because of his willingness to admit the things he did wrong, how he forgave and kept trying, that Travis inspires hope. Now through his own company, Travis teaches pet parents the tools they need to enjoy life-changing re...2021-11-0342 min
The Animal That Changed YouThe Abundance We Have with Henry ManceHenry Mance wrote a beautiful book. And it's an important one because it's an honest account of a journalist trying to find out the truth. In this week's episode, Henry and Katya talk about journalism, our natural tendency to care about animals, creating a world his daughters can enjoy, and writing. Tune in and hear a guest who cares deeply for wild animals and wild spaces, who is an advocate for living a good life, and above all someone who is rational and balanced in sharing his heart. P.S. You won't believe the animal that changed Henry. P...2021-10-2744 min
Corner of Hope and Wellness with Carrie HillGrow Your Animal Love!! The Impact Animals Have on Our Mental HealthThis week's guest, Katya Lidsky discusses the connection between Animals and improved Mental Health from a personal perspective. I laughed, I cried and cheered. Katya is a force of nature - please check her out:Katya is a writer, podcaster, and animal person. Some might call her a dog nut, and you know what, they’d be correct. Check out The Animal That Changed You on iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts and read her letter-a-day blog to her beloved senior rescue dog at www.KatyaLidsky.com! You are also welcome to join her *free* Senior Do...2021-10-2536 min
The Animal That Changed YouCombine Passion With Purpose with Stand Up For Pits FoundationRebecca Corry is not afraid to speak her mind and put her heart on the line. In this week's episode, she joins us to do both as she talks about her beloved Angel, a most noble, gentle soul wrapped in a Pittie body, who brought Rebecca to her purpose. Now this funny lady is the founder and president of her incredible nonprofit and a fierce advocate for the inherently good Pitbull type dogs she works tirelessly to provide spay and neuter for, to help save, and to love. Rebecca and Katya discuss broken systems, the need to get in...2021-10-2029 minYou, Me, Empathy197: Loving An Animal As a Portal for Self-Healing with Katya LidskyOn Episode 197 of You, Me, Empathy, Katya Lidsky and I explore creating boundaries in an enmeshed and codependent family, feeling like you have to earn love and living, the tender and difficult pairing of a highly sensitive person with an eating disorder, and why loving an animal is one of the most available portals for self-healing in the world.
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Trigger Warning: Eating disorders mentioned in this episode.
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The Animal That Changed YouPuppies Are Hard with Deanna ChengIt's not easy being a multi-hyphenate, unless you are Deanna Cheng who kicks ass as an actress, writer, director, and business owner. But it's her role as Dog Mom that has changed her the most, a hard-won title she never anticipated. It took a pandemic. It took overcoming her fear of dogs and making peace with a bite history. And she did it! And she will make you laugh about it, even as you feel so much that your feels will feel! For her courage to keep creating and evolving, she was rewarded with the gorgeous, silky butt, too-smart...2021-10-1352 min
The Animal That Changed YouIt Is All About Mileage with Henry and FinnIf you want to hear how a Puerto Rican street dog got to live his best life, listen to this week's episode with the adventurous spirit that is Henry Friedman. We talk about how every foster pet teaches us something, about the power of soul dogs, and about how traveling with his best boy, Finn, changed his experience of van dwelling. Henry recounts for us how he followed his curiosity to live without walls, and then as if the Universe wanted to give him a gift for it, here came Finn to help him access his emotions, his dreams...2021-10-0646 minCorner of Hope and Wellness with Carrie HillOcteaser and Revisit!!Thank you so much for following me and listening to me each week! Season One is coming to an end - I've really enjoyed bringing stories of hope to your ears and your heart! This week is a sneak peek into October. A couple of October's Guests include Mesha McKittrick shares tools that have helped her heal from the loss of a child. And Katya Lidsky shares her passion for Animals and the healing powers that they possess! There's also a few sound bites from some of the past episodes that you might of missed which include: Episode 1 Finding H...2021-10-0414 min
The Animal That Changed YouGive Me The Sickest Kitten You Got with Laura LuxYou may never think of cat ladies in the same way again after this week's episode. Our guest, Laura Lux, is an influencer, an entrepreneur, and a badass kitty mama. As we talk about the joys of fostering and the awe we feel for those who do TNR, Laura shares how taking in kittens gives her meaning and how she found the gift out of a crappy situation because it led to adopting her precious, blind Evie. This beautiful woman (inside and out) specializes in fostering felines with eye issues, nurses them back to health on the regular, and...2021-09-2938 min
The Animal That Changed YouFocus On The Donut And Not The Hole with Gavin PoloneFew people walk the walk like today's guest and do it with such authenticity, regardless of who likes it or not. Gavin Polone is a film and TV producer and director, a magazine writer, and a talent manager, but above of all he is a voice for animals. In this episode, he opens up about Chiquita, the neighborhood cat who changed him when he was just a boy being bullied, and all the animals who have shaped his life since. We discuss the patience cats demand to earn their trust, if it's harder to love humans or believe they...2021-09-2245 min
Dog EditionThe Odd Couple | A Reunion Story For The Silver ScreenWhether it is an unusual friendship between a bird and a dog, or a rescue family of pups reunited a long way away from where they were separated, today’s episode is all about animal relationships and family bonds.Interspecies friendship: Molly and PeggyIt’s the adorable story of an adopted rescue English Staffy and an abandoned magpie who have become the unlikeliest of friends. Peggy and Molly are inseparable. They play together, snuggle together and even sunbake together.Peggy and Molly's InstagramMolly the Magpie and Peggy the Dog, real...2021-09-2130 min
The Animal That Changed YouYou Jump In It With Them with A Purposeful RescueMagical Unicorns do exist, thanks to A Purposeful Rescue. This nonprofit, committed to saving dogs from high-kill shelters in Los Angeles, takes in the most overlooked pets like seniors and intense medical cases. In this episode, CEO and founder Hillary Rosen talks to us about the first time she visited an animal shelter, the bruja powers that give her the ability to see the best in dogs, and what pack mentality really feels like. With over 90K followers on Instagram, APR shares the journey from shelter dog to "magical unicorn" in a meaningful, transparent way that draws people in...2021-09-1529 min
The Animal That Changed YouYou Have To Push Way Hard with EmancipetCheck out today's episode with Amy Mills, CEO of Emancipet, a non-profit organization building a national affordable veterinary care system that serves the underserved. Their low-cost clinics help keep over 200,000 pets a year healthy, happy, and safe with their families! Amy talks to us about reframing challenges when you're working for social change, how asking for money is giving an opportunity, and how her innate love for all creatures led to a career focused on protecting the bond between humans and animals. This nonprofit maven will inspire you think, to recommit to what matters most to you, and to...2021-09-0843 min
The Animal That Changed YouI Did Not Expect He Would Be Part Of My Healing with June Diane RaphaelThis week June Diane Raphael shares about her childhood fear of dogs, a pet rabbit named Scooter, her beautiful journey toward adopting Meatball, and the wonderful grandpa-looking-through-coupons energy this dog has brought into her life. Hearing her authentically talk about parenting, family, feeling overwhelmed, The Jane Club and more, will not only make you laugh your buns off, but it will also give you the warm fuzzies your heart craves. And yes, there is nose wiping with socks instead of tissues because as moms, we do what we have to do.Listen to more goodness...2021-09-0153 min
The Animal That Changed YouYour Kid Might Not Want A Pet, They May Need A Pet with Adopt-a-Pet.comThis episode is with the incomparable Abbie Moore, COO and CPO of Adopt-a-Pet.com, which is like the best dating website ever because it's for finding your next rescue pet! Abbie talks to us about being bullied as a kid, working in Hollywood, impostor syndrome, and Pierre, the bird who changed her life. To listen to Abbie is to consider giving animals, other people, and ourselves second chances, even third chances, and to realize that an animal can be the hero of your story.Stay connected to Abbie Moore and click here to adopt your...2021-08-2539 min
The Animal That Changed YouYou Fall In Love Hard And Fast with Jordan and Rory ScovelHang out with Jordan and Rory Scovel on episode two of The Animal That Changed You! This wonderful, witty couple talks about the animals who've made an impact in their lives, helped them learn about themselves, and showed them what they're made of. As we discuss mistakes, marriage, reincarnation and canine communication, these guests bring an incredible amount of honesty, humor, and heart to the show. Also, their gotcha story is pretty spectacular and their sweet rescue dog just may have sent a letter to share his gratitude.Stay in the know on all things Rory...2021-08-1833 min
The Animal That Changed YouWe Are Not Rug People, We Are Dog People with Randy and Jason SklarJoin us for our first episode of The Animal That Changed You with none other than the extraordinarily funny Sklar Brothers as guests! Randy and Jason talk about the animals that have made a difference in their lives, but of course these comedy twins will make you laugh your a$$ off while you listen. They also mock libraries, recount dog-sitting drama, and make you willing to forget about the pee-stain on your rug. Oh, but before that, get ready to meet Ophelia, the reason I started this podcast, the animal who changed me and opened my heart to every...2021-08-1136 min
Can I Pet Your Dog?CIPYD 301: Katya Lidsky and OpheliaWe begin this week by remembering to not forget that labor day is coming! Will Renee and Alexis make it to the pool with the dogs this year? Still to be determined! In CrikCrumBoat, Tugboat has spurred an unusual text and Cricket and Crumb are growling in unusual ways! We've got a home-run My Mutt Minute from Lee and their friend's dog Nessie. Plus, we've got a gift in guest form, the absolutely wonderful Katya Lidsky host of the brand new podcast The Animal That Changed You joins us and tells us all about her dog Ophelia and her...2021-08-1053 min
The Animal That Changed YouThe Animal That Changed You TRAILER!Are you an animal lover? Do your friends tease you for being obsessed with your dog? Do you worry about stray cats when it rains? Do you feel for the world? Are you unable to watch what happens to a horse during a war scene in a movie, but have no problem watching what befalls the dude on the horse? Welcome to The Animal That Changed You, a weekly podcast that explores the love of animals, what it offers, and how it can help heal us. Lean into your animal love and subscribe to this non-aggro, heartfelt, quirky show. ...2021-08-0402 min
The Vets UnleashedPet Insurance, Is It A Scam?You know about it. You may even encourage others to get it. But do you have it? The Bow Tie Vet Guy and Dr. Scott dive into a subject they admittedly don't think much about for their own animals but wish all their patients had. Our guests are vet tech, Jessie Johanne, and pet owner, Katya Lidsky. The cocktail this week: The Insurance Policy (recipe available on Instagram @thevetsunleashed).2019-10-0440 min
The Vets UnleashedEmotional & Monetary Blackmail in Veterinary MedicineMike and Scott discuss the most shocking cases of emotional and monetary blackmail in veterinary medicine with vet tech, Jessie Johann, and pet owner, Katya Lidsky. See if this is something you may be doing without knowing it. The cocktail of the week is the Blackmail (recipe available on Instagram @thevetsunleashed).2019-10-0442 min