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United We Spay026: Full Circle TNR: Building Sustainable, Community-Led Cat Care with Adelle LouiseIn this powerful episode of United We Spay, host Stacy LeBaron talks with Adelle Louise—Trap-Neuter-Return specialist, feral cat advocate, and Director of @travelanimalrescue—about what it truly means to build a sustainable, community-led cat care program. After launching her work in the Global South, Adelle recognized that meaningful impact required more than good intentions: it demanded equipment, training, and—most of all—collaboration. Her journey has since led her to co-create programs across six countries and 13 cities, helping sterilize over 1,500 cats. Adelle introduces listeners to the philosophy of "full circle TNR," a method that ensures...
2026-01-0130 min
The Community Cats PodcastLeadership, Legacy & A New Chapter for Community Cats, Featuring Stacy LeBaron, Head Cat for Community Cats Central"Helping that one cat is incredibly valuable... but it also represents a new behavior, a new calling, as to how we are addressing cats in our community." This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie's Fund and the Underfoot Podcast. As 2025 draws to a close, host Stacy LeBaron takes the mic solo to share heartfelt reflections, bold vision, and a rallying cry for cat advocates everywhere. In this special year-end episode, Stacy unveils Community Cats Central, a transformative evolution of the Community Cats Podcast, designed to deepen education, networking, and support for cat lovers turning their passion into action.
2025-12-3033 min
The Community Cats PodcastFrom Greece to Global: Transforming TNR With Passion and Purpose, Featuring Adelle Louise and Alex Ricard, Founders of the Saaving the Streets Podcast, Travel Animal Rescue, and Saaving Lives"Taking that first step is going to change your life—but it's also going to change the lives of so many animals." – Alex Ricard This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie's Fund and the Underfoot Podcast. In this globally-minded episode of the Community Cats Podcast, host Stacy LeBaron chats with Adelle Louise and Alex Ricard—two trailblazing young leaders reshaping the future of TNR. As founders of the Saaving the Streets podcast and grassroots nonprofits spanning Europe, Asia, and the Americas, Adelle and Alex have turned compassion into action, collectively sterilizing over 3,000 cats while mentoring others along the way.
2025-12-2330 min
Nonprofit SnapCastGuiding Your Adolescent Nonprofit: Stacy LeBaronIn this conversation, Community Cats Podcast host Stacy LeBaron unpacks her decades of nonprofit leadership, using the lens of animal welfare to illustrate how organizations evolve from scrappy, all-hands-on-deck startups into strategically focused, governance-driven institutions. Drawing on her experience mentoring 80+ organizations and running a successful feline rescue nonprofit, Stacy explains the realities of cat overpopulation, the challenge of transitioning boards from operational to governance roles, the complications of hiring an executive director, and the tensions that arise when long-time board members struggle to relinquish hands-on duties. She highlights the importance of clear communication, strong leadership structures, and succession planning...
2025-12-0826 min
United We Spay025: Behind the Mic with Stacy LeBaron on Cats, Clinics, and BurnoutIn this special episode of United We Spay, the mic flips as longtime host Stacy LeBaron takes the guest seat for the first time. Interviewed by United Spay Alliance's Administrative Director Brianna Lovell Myers, Stacy reflects on her 30+ years in animal welfare, her unexpected entry into the world of trap-neuter-return (TNR), and the pivotal moments that shaped her mission to prevent animal suffering through spay/neuter advocacy. Stacy shares the story that sparked her passion for accessible spay/neuter — a heartbreaking encounter with dozens of suffering kittens in a New Hampshire dumpster — and how that moment led to d...
2025-12-0439 min
The Community Cats PodcastBeyond the Bottle: A Smarter Way to Save Kittens featuring Jackie Noble, Executive Director of the Orphan Kitten Club"We are dedicated to making sure the kittens that we take in are the last kittens born in that colony." This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie's Fund. What do neonate kittens, a chance wedding conversation, and a global mission to stop kitten overpopulation have in common? Jackie Noble. In this lively episode, Stacy LeBaron welcomes Jackie Noble, Executive Director of the Orphan Kitten Club, to dish on all things kitten rescue, and the bold vision to end the cycle once and for all. With a career that began thanks to a wedding guest...
2025-12-0233 min
The Community Cats PodcastBuilding a United Voice for Michigan's Animals, Featuring Courtney Protz-Sanders, Founder of Paws for Life Rescue and Board Member of the Michigan Pet Alliance"One of the worst things is to have a passion to do something, but no idea how or where to start. That's where we come in—we're a resource. You're not floating out there alone." This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie's Fund. Courtney Protz-Sanders, founder of Paws for Life Rescue and board member of the Michigan Pet Alliance, shares her journey from individual rescuer to statewide advocate for animal welfare. In this episode, Courtney and host Stacy LeBaron dive into how collaboration, legislative engagement, and education can transform communities and protect animals more effectively. ...
2025-11-1126 min
United We Spay024: Confronting the Vet Shortage with Cheri StormsIn this episode of United We Spay, host Stacy LeBaron welcomes Cheri Storms, Executive Director of Pet Friendly Services of Indiana and Chair of the United Spay Alliance Vet Shortage Task Force. With a statewide view of spay/neuter services and firsthand experience navigating the challenges of veterinary access, Cheri brings clarity and urgency to a national crisis: the veterinary shortage threatening spay/neuter capacity across the U.S. Cheri shares how the vet shortage—once a simmering concern—boiled over post-pandemic, leaving shelters, rescues, and pet owners scrambling. She explains how task force initiatives like high-quality, high...
2025-11-0625 min
The Community Cats PodcastBuilding Political Power for NYC Community Cats Featuring Allie Taylor (Allie Feldman Taylor), Founder & President, Voters for Animal Rights (VFAR)"Imagine if you told New Yorkers, 'Well, you want someone to take your trash away from your block? Oh, you're gonna have to find a volunteer to do that.' That's exactly what's happening here. But with animal care." This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie's Fund. Stacy LeBaron talks with Allie Taylor, founder and president of Voters for Animal Rights (VFAR), an organization she started in 2016 to bring political voice for animals throughout New York State. Allie is a volunteer TNR rescuer in Brooklyn who has successfully passed numerous landmark laws including banning foie gras, banning wild...
2025-10-2123 min
The Community Cats PodcastManaging Greece's Largest Cat Care Project on an Island Paradise Featuring Isabel Borst, Communications, Engagement & Education Lead at Animal Action Greece – Paros & Antiparos Community Cat Care Project"Our goal here is really to work from the bottom up and help change the mentality, help the groups to negotiate better fundings with the municipality. We are only here for a limited time, right? So we wanna make sure that we are building a lasting, sustainable system." This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie's Fund and The Community Cat Clinic. Stacy LeBaron talks with Isabel (Isa) Borst, Communications, Engagement and Education Lead for Animal Action Greece's groundbreaking community cat care project on the Cycladic islands of Paros and Antiparos. Originally from Brazil and having lived in Germany...
2025-10-1431 min
The Community Cats PodcastAchieving 40% Reduction in Cat Intake Through Targeted TNR in Sunnyvale Featuring Vanessa Forney, Founder & President of Bay Area Cats"I think just the nature of having a shelter that's supportive and animal control has really expedited this as a success…And I think that made a big difference in the city." This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie's Fund. Stacy LeBaron talks with Vanessa Forney, founder and president of Bay Area Cats, an organization in Sunnyvale, California focused on spay neuter for pets and trap neuter return. Since stumbling upon a kitten in her neighborhood in 2020, Vanessa has personally trapped over 2,500 cats and kittens, built an efficient volunteer trapping team, and formed a 501(c)(3) that has helped sp...
2025-10-0733 min
6 Degrees of CatsHousecats! with YouTube star Jackson Galaxy, Community Cats podcast host Stacy LeBaron and The Urban Resource InstituteFelis catus - the “domestic house cat”. What does that label mean for the hundreds of millions of domesticated yet house-less cats - and how does the answer to this connect to both human and cat welfare? In this special episode, released during October’s Domestic Violence Awareness Month, we’ll be joined by Community Cats Podcast host Stacy LeBaron, who will share success stories of the “mosaic of support” that benefits both humans and their feline family members. We’re grateful to also have two special guests from the Urban Resource Institute who shed light on the #1 cause of homelessnes...
2025-10-0739 min6 Degrees of CatsHousecats! with YouTube star Jackson Galaxy, Community Cats podcast host Stacy LeBaron and The Urban Resource InstituteFelis catus - the “domestic house cat”. What does that label mean for the hundreds of millions of domesticated yet house-less cats - and how does the answer to this connect to both human and cat welfare? In this special episode, released during October’s Domestic Violence Awareness Month, we’ll be joined by Community Cats Podcast host Stacy LeBaron, who will share success stories of the “mosaic of support” that benefits both humans and their feline family members. We’re grateful to also have two special guests from the Urban Resource Institute who shed light on the #1 cause of homelessnes...
2025-10-0739 min
United We Spay023: Revolutionizing Veterinary Care: Dr. Michelle Gonzalez and the Rascal UnitOn today's episode of United We Spay, join Stacy LeBaron as she welcomes Dr. Michelle Gonzalez, the passionate founder of the Rascal Unit, a mobile veterinary clinic making waves in Ohio. Dr. G shares her mission to tackle animal overpopulation through accessible and affordable spay-neuter services. Stacy and Dr. G's conversation reveals the hurdles pet owners face, from financial struggles to a need for more education, unveiling the moral challenges that come with pet care decisions. This episode paints a portrait of empathy and collaboration, urging the animal welfare community to eliminate judgment and focus on collective...
2025-10-0230 min
The Community Cats PodcastRevolutionizing Animal Fundraising With Furlanthropy Featuring Adam Spencer, Founder of Furlanthropy"We are a unique charity, very innovative in this space. What you're really doing is you're inviting people to touch your mission. The number one reason anyone gives to any charity or any cause is to fulfill something within themselves, within their own heart." This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie's Fund. In this financial innovation episode, host Stacy LeBaron speaks with Adam Spencer, founder of Furlanthropy, the first charity-owned and operated crowdfunding platform exclusively for animal-related causes. Adam's journey began with his beloved rescue cat Kobe, who lived over 20 years and provided profound emotional support during difficult...
2025-09-3023 min
The Community Cats PodcastBuilding Bridges: International Lessons for Community Cat Programs, Featuring Maia Rumpho, Founder of Pet Project Rescue"What we do in Mexico is my dream for Minnesota. We provide free spay neuter to both owned and street animals every single week." This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie's Fund and The Community Cat Clinic. In this international perspective episode, host Stacy LeBaron speaks with Maia Rumpho, founder of Pet Project Rescue, who turned a chance encounter with a street dog in Mexico into a binational animal welfare organization. Maia's journey began in 2007 during an engagement trip to Mexico, where rescuing a street dog sparked her understanding of the resource disparities between communities. What started as...
2025-09-2326 min
The Community Cats PodcastRevolutionizing Kitten Care: The Kitten College Model, Featuring Marnie Russ, Founder, National Kitten College"A cat that is well socialized is highly adoptable. A cat that is not well socialized sits in the shelter. It's an important part of your fostering responsibility to get them ready to live outside. Before it was just saving their lives. But now we know better." This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie's Fund and The Community Cat Clinic. In this episode, host Stacy LeBaron welcomes back Marnie Russ, founder of National Kitten College, for an update on her innovative approach to neonatal kitten care. Since her first appearance on the podcast in 2016-2017, Marnei has grown...
2025-09-1627 min
The Community Cats PodcastFrom Founder to Ambassador: Building Sustainable Community Cat Programs Featuring Joy Smith, Founder and Ambassador, FieldHaven Feline Center"We want to turn cat haters into cat toleraters, and that has worked so well. Even the people who say 'I hate cats.' Okay, that's fine if you hate cats. But don't wish them dead. We're gonna work to keep them out of your yard." This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie's Fund and 6 Degrees of Cats. In this inspiring episode, host Stacy LeBaron welcomes Joy Smith, founder of FieldHaven Feline Center in Lincoln, California, who shares her remarkable journey from accidentally rescuing a few cats on her street to building a $1.5 million organization that has transformed...
2025-09-0938 min
The Community Cats PodcastBuilding Professional Community Cat Programs: From Strategy to Implementation, Featuring Elizabeth Finch, Educator, Author, and Community Cat Program Consultant"A community cat program does not just help cats. You think you're going in there to help cats and you turn out really having more impact on the people in that community." This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie's Fund and 6 Degrees of Cats. In this insightful episode, host Stacy LeBaron welcomes back Elizabeth Finch, an impact-driven leader who has been transforming community cat programming since 2015. Elizabeth's journey from launching a robust community cat program serving over 4,000 cats annually in metro Atlanta to becoming an educator and consultant offers valuable lessons for anyone looking to create systematic change...
2025-09-0231 min
The Community Cats PodcastScaling Spay/Neuter: How One Foundation Is Disrupting Access to Care, Featuring Cathy Bissell, Founder of the Bissell Pet Foundation"If you love cats, you should be concerned about trying to help bring those numbers down so animals don't suffer because this is why we do this. We don't want animals suffering, having unwanted litters of cats and having to have them suffer." This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie's Fund and 6 Degrees of Cats. In this powerful episode, host Stacy LeBaron sits down with Cathy Bissell, founder of Bissell Pet Foundation, who has revolutionized animal welfare through innovative programs reaching over 6,000 shelters across 49 states. From her unexpected entry into animal welfare during Hurricane Katrina to creating the...
2025-08-2640 min
The Community Cats PodcastMunicipal Shelter Innovation: No-Kill Success in Small-Town Mississippi, Featuring Glen Andrews, Director, Horn Lake Animal Shelter"I envision Horn Lake being the hub of North Mississippi when it comes to animal welfare. I want my animal shelter to be the place that people model their strategies after." This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie's Fund and the Rescue Cleaners and Disinfectants. In this episode, host Stacy LeBaron sits down with Glen Andrews, Director of the Horn Lake Animal Shelter in North Mississippi. With over two decades in animal welfare and experience in virtually every shelter role imaginable—from event coordinator to veterinary assistant to director—Glen brings a unique "Renaissance rescuer" perspective to municipal anim...
2025-08-1930 min
The Community Cats PodcastHealing at Home: How PAD Home Pet Services Is Transforming Feline Healthcare, Featuring Dr. Nicole Liebman, DVM, and Ron Coughlin, Co-Founders of PAD Home Pet Services"You have to earn a cat's love and respect—and when you do, you have it forever." – Dr. Nicole Liebman This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie's Fund and the Rescue Cleaners and Disinfectants. In this inspiring episode of the Community Cats Podcast, host Stacy LeBaron sits down with Dr. Nicole Liebman and Ron Coughlin, the passionate duo behind PAD Home Pet Services—a pioneering in-home pet care company dedicated to making veterinary support more accessible and compassionate, especially for cats. Dr. Liebman, a lifelong animal lover and veterinary oncologist, shares her deep respect for feline behavi...
2025-08-1233 min
The Community Cats PodcastSaving Scotland's Wildcats: A Conservation Comeback, Featuring Lara Semple, Field Team Member at Saving Wildcats"Whether it's a pet cat, a feral cat, or a wildcat—they all deserve care and respect. TNVR isn't just about controlling populations; it's about preserving a legacy." This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie's Fund and the Rescue Cleaners and Disinfectants. In this compelling episode of the Community Cats Podcast, host Stacy LeBaron speaks with Lara Semple, field team member of the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland's "Saving Wildcats" project. Based at the Highland Wildlife Park, this initiative is leading the charge in restoring the critically endangered European wildcat to the Scottish Highlands. Lara shares he...
2025-08-0527 min
The Community Cats PodcastFiscal Sponsorship for Feline Good: The Chappy & Friends Way, Featuring Robert Bills, Founder of Chappy & Friends"I've always just had a goal of helping as many animals as possible." This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie's Fund and the Rescue Cleaners and Disinfectants. For passionate individuals and grassroots organizations working tirelessly in the world of animal welfare, financial logistics and nonprofit administration can feel like insurmountable hurdles. In this episode of the Community Cats Podcast, host Stacy LeBaron welcomes Robert Bills, founder of Chappy & Friends, a unique fiscal sponsor dedicated exclusively to animal welfare initiatives. Robert's journey from finance and entertainment to animal advocacy was inspired by Chappy, a resilient...
2025-07-2930 min
The Community Cats PodcastIs Return-to-Field the Future? Insights from Expo, Featuring Karen Little of Alley Cat Advocates and Bryan Kortis of Neighborhood Cats"They're not homeless. They know exactly where their home is, and they've chosen to be there. We're literally returning them home—vaccinated and spayed—so it's a win for the cat, the shelter, and the neighborhood." - Karen Little This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie's Fund and the Rescue Cleaners and Disinfectants. In this special on-location episode of the Community Cats Podcast, Stacy LeBaron brings you to the bustling Humane World for Animals Expo in Las Vegas for a candid, practical conversation on the future of Return-to-Field (RTF) and community cats. Joined by Karen Little of Alley Cat...
2025-07-1531 min
The Community Cats PodcastLet Meowt! How Rikers Island Is Saving Its Cats, Featuring Gloria Murli of Rikers Island Cat Rescue and Mike Phillips of Urban Cat League"My biggest challenge is making sure the welfare of these cats is taken care of. I'll never desert these cats. Never." - Gloria Murli This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie's Fund and the Rescue Cleaners and Disinfectants. What happens when a prison island becomes a refuge for hundreds of community cats? In this powerful episode, host Stacy LeBaron sits down with Gloria Murli, retired Rikers Island captain, and Mike Phillips of Urban Cat League to explore the decades-long, compassionate mission to care for and manage the cat colonies of Rikers Island. Gloria shares how a...
2025-07-0832 min
The Community Cats PodcastThe Quiet Power of Listening To Cats and the People Who Love Them, Featuring Stephen Quandt, Founder of Feline Behavior Associates"Outdoor cats don't have behavior problems—they just have behavior. It's when we bring them inside that we need to understand how to meet their needs." This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie's Fund. In this enlightening and heartwarming conversation, feline behaviorist Stephen Quandt joins Stacy LeBaron to explore the intersection of empathy, education, and enrichment in the feline world. With over 20 years of experience, including high-stakes rescue missions like the Joplin tornado and a groundbreaking animal welfare initiative in Chernobyl, Stephen shares how understanding both human and feline behavior can create lasting impact. He...
2025-06-1740 min
The Community Cats PodcastRural and Underfunded but Still Making It Work: How to Lead Local Change featuring Brandi Winkleman, President and Executive Director of A HOPE."Everybody has a role, and if we open up the conversation just a little more, we can help change the numbers—and the lives of these animals." This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie's Fund. In this powerful and emotionally resonant episode, host Stacy LeBaron welcomes Brandi Winkleman, President and Executive Director of A HOPE Inc., an animal welfare organization based in Milton, Florida. Brandi shares the raw, eye-opening experiences that catapulted her from volunteer to changemaker, including heart-wrenching scenes from her local shelter that inspired her to take action. Through grassroots advocacy, community education, and da...
2025-06-1034 min
The Community Cats PodcastIn Hot Pursuit: Community Cat Care in Miami, featuring Dr. Mat Toscano, Executive Director and Chief of Surgery at Street Cat Clinic, and Tia Williams, Director of Cat Solutions 305"Stop treating cats like dogs—when we see them for who they really are, the right solutions start to emerge." This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie's Fund. In this dynamic episode of the Community Cats Podcast, host Stacy LeBaron is joined by two passionate advocates making waves in Miami's cat welfare scene: Tia Williams, Director of Cat Solutions 305, and Dr. Matt Tano, Executive Director and Chief of Surgery at Street Cat Clinic. Together, they're addressing South Florida's year-round kitten crisis and pushing the boundaries of collaboration in feline-focused care. Miami-Dade County faces a un...
2025-05-1335 min
The Community Cats PodcastChanging Lives for Cats Around the World Featuring Karen Menczer, Founder of Animal Kind International"You have to feel good about what you can do, even if you can't help them all. Every small effort makes a difference." This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie's Fund. In this episode, host Stacy LeBaron welcomes Karen Menczer, founder of Animal Kind International, an organization that supports animal welfare groups in under-resourced communities worldwide. Karen shares her journey from passionate dog lover to global cat advocate and details the challenges and triumphs of supporting local animal welfare organizations across 14 countries. From TNVR programs to veterinary care initiatives, she highlights the vital work being done...
2025-04-0833 min
The Pet Parent Hotline | Fix Behavior, Cut Costs, Calm the ChaosTurn Pet Hunger Into Hope for Families in NeedWhat if feeding your pet meant you had to skip dinner yourself?For thousands of families, that’s not a hypothetical—it’s a heartbreaking daily decision. And when the bills pile up, surrendering a beloved pet can feel like the only option left.In this episode, I talk with Stacey LeBaron, founder of PAWSitive Pantry and host of The Community Cats Podcast, about how her team is tackling pet food insecurity and keeping pets in the homes where they’re loved. From distributing more than 140,000 pounds of food each year to partnering with she...
2025-04-0145 min
The Community Cats PodcastTurning the Tide for TNR: Sioux Falls' Game-Changing Ordinance, Featuring Mat Tougas, Founder and President of Sioux Empire TNR"We want to be the example that proves you should never give up. No matter where you are, if you keep pushing, you can make change happen." This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie's Fund. In this episode, host Stacy LeBaron welcomes Mat Tougas of the Sioux Empire TNR Coalition back for an exciting update on the fight for trap-neuter-return (TNR) in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Since his last appearance on the podcast, Mat and his coalition have made major strides—convincing city officials to support an ordinance that will formally allow and protect TNR efforts wi...
2025-04-0125 min
The Community Cats PodcastManaging Cat Populations: A Global Perspective, Featuring Harry Eckman, Global Advisor for Cat Population Management at International Cat Care"Nothing shows the benefits of TNR better than actually doing it. Once communities see the impact, they come on board, and that's when real change happens." This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie's Fund. Harry Eckman, Global Advisor for Cat Population Management at International Cat Care, joins host Stacy LeBaron for an insightful discussion on the challenges and opportunities in managing unowned cat populations worldwide. With over 25 years in animal welfare, Harry has worked on everything from stray population management to ending the dog and cat meat trades. In this episode, he shares his journey into...
2025-03-2531 min
The Community Cats PodcastTransforming Animal Welfare Messaging, Featuring Hanna Lentz, the Executive Director of SPARC (Supporting People and Animal Relationships for Change)"We know how much the messages and stories we hear impact what we believe to be true. If we change our messaging, we can create real change for animals and communities." This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie's Fund. How can storytelling and messaging shape the future of animal welfare? In this episode of the Community Cats Podcast, host Stacy LeBaron sits down with Hanna Lentz, executive director of SPARC (Supporting People and Animal Relationships for Change). With two decades in animal welfare, Hanna shares how SPARC is reshaping narratives to improve collaboration, reduce divisiveness, and...
2025-03-1832 min
The Community Cats PodcastFixing Feline Futures: Featuring Robin Post, RVT, of Animal Fix Clinic"We have to stop the endless cycle. Everyone loves kittens, but the goal should be to make sure they were never born into suffering in the first place." This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie's Fund. In this episode of The Community Cats Podcast, host Stacy LeBaron welcomes Robin Post, an experienced Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) and the 2023 recipient of the Linda Markland Outstanding RVT of the Year Award. With a career spanning shelter medicine, spay/neuter clinics, and fieldwork in underserved communities, Robin shares her deep insights into feline welfare, TNR (Trap-Neuter-Return), and the importance of accessible...
2025-03-1144 min
The Community Cats PodcastTraining the Next Generation of Veterinarians in Community Cat Care, Featuring Dr. Nellie Goetz, Associate Professor of Practice at the University of Arizona College of Veterinary Medicine"Cats are an incredible way to help new graduates with their surgical training. You never know what you're going to find, and that hands-on experience is invaluable." This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie's Fund and The Community Cat Clinic. How can we ensure the next generation of veterinarians is equipped to handle the unique challenges of community cats? In this episode, Stacy LeBaron welcomes Dr. Nellie Goetz, Associate Professor of Practice at the University of Arizona College of Veterinary Medicine, to discuss her innovative approach to veterinary education and the vital role of high-quality, high-volume...
2025-03-0426 min
The Community Cats PodcastTag! You're Home! Simplifying Successful Reunification, Featuring Nina Stively, Director of Loudon County Animal Services, and Dr. Amy Dalrymple, DVM"Over 80% of the tagged cats didn't need to come into the shelter at all. This simple tool is keeping cats in their communities where they belong." – Dr. Amy Dalrymple This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie's Fund and The Community Cat Clinic. What if a simple collar could help keep community cats out of shelters and reunite them with their families? In this episode, host Stacy LeBaron chats with Nina Stively, Director of Loudoun County Animal Services, and Dr. Amy Dalrymple, veterinarian and shelter medicine specialist, about the Tag! You're Home! program—a groundbreaking approach to iden...
2025-02-2523 min
The Community Cats PodcastCreating Community Connections with TNR Advocacy and Cat-Friendly Business Models, featuring Jenna Carr from Cool Cat Collective and Renae Woith from Tipped Ears."Fixing a colony is more than just spaying and neutering; it's about creating healthier, happier lives for cats and fostering trust within the community." This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie's Fund and Arm & Hammer Feline Generous. In this episode of the Community Cats Podcast, host Stacy LeBaron chats with Jenna Carr of Cool Cat Collective and Renae Woith of Tipped Ears about innovative approaches to helping community cats. Jenna shares how Cool Cat Collective, a unique cat-themed boutique and art gallery in Long Beach, California, partners with Tipped Ears to create a safe, enriching space...
2025-02-0432 min
The Community Cats PodcastDeclawing: The Cruel Practice Hiding in Plain Sight featuring Dr. Jennifer Conrad, Founder, The Paw Project"Empathy must guide us—if we truly feel for our feline friends, declawing wouldn't exist." Declawing might sound harmless, but what if it's one of the most misunderstood and harmful practices affecting cats today? In this powerful conversation, Stacy LeBaron chats with Dr. Jennifer Conrad, the trailblazing veterinarian behind The Paw Project, an organization on a mission to stop declawing for good. Dr. Conrad unravels the dark history of declawing, explaining why it's less about trimming claws and more about amputating a cat's defenses—both physically and emotionally. With passion, relatability, and a wealth of know...
2025-01-2828 min
The Community Cats PodcastThe Future of Non-Surgical Sterilization and Its Path to Ending Pet Homelessness, Featuring Gary Evans, President of the Alliance for Contraception in Cats and Dogs (ACC&D)"The fatality rate for kittens is appalling, and the goal is to reduce their suffering while ensuring healthier, happier lives for the cats that remain." This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie's Fund. Join us this week for an enlightening conversation as Stacy LeBaron sits down with Gary Evans, the visionary President of the Alliance for Contraception in Cats and Dogs (ACC&D). Together, they explore groundbreaking advancements in non-surgical sterilization and their potential to transform how we manage cat and dog populations. Gary unpacks the science, challenges, and promising developments behind single-injection contraceptives and the...
2025-01-2130 min
The Community Cats PodcastStrategic Planning for Community Cats and Their Caregivers in 2025, Featuring Stacy LeBaron, Founder & Host of The Community Cats Podcast, with Mike Phillips, of Urban Cat League"My job is to figure out ways to get cats fixed. It's about strategy, collaboration, and making humane care accessible to every community." This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie's Fund. In this reflective and forward-thinking episode of the Community Cats Podcast, host Stacy LeBaron takes center stage, offering listeners an intimate look at her mission and the exciting plans for 2025. Joined by Mike Phillips of Urban Cat League, Stacy discusses her journey of nearly three decades in animal welfare and the evolving goals of the podcast. With the motto "See it, Fix it, Solve it"...
2024-12-3144 min
The Community Cats PodcastFrom Dairy Farms to DIY: A Look Back at 2024 and a Sneak Peek into 2025 with Kristen Petrie, Technical Tabby at The Community Cats Podcast"Pick that project you've been dreaming of and dive in—you'll be amazed by what you can accomplish for your community's cats!" This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie's Fund. This week, we're pulling back the curtain on the Community Cats Podcast with Kristen Petrie, our behind-the-scenes "Technical Tabby." Join host Stacy LeBaron as they dive into the highlights of a year filled with innovative ideas, cross-country adventures, and practical solutions for cat advocacy. From groundbreaking training sessions in Pennsylvania to a remarkable barn cat rescue in Vermont, Kristen and Stacy share the stories, challenges, and tr...
2024-12-2433 min
The Community Cats PodcastPiecing Together the Cat Overpopulation Puzzle, with Vicky Halls, Head of Unowned Cats, International Cat Care"Trap-neuter-return is one piece of the puzzle. When it's part of a strategic cat population management program, TNR becomes a powerful tool for addressing feline overpopulation." This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie's Fund. How do we piece together the puzzle of cat overpopulation? In this episode of the Community Cats Podcast, Stacy LeBaron chats with Vicky Halls, Head of Unowned Cats at International Cat Care, about innovative strategies to address this global challenge. Drawing on decades of experience in feline welfare, Vicky introduces her "jigsaw puzzle" approach to managing cat populations, highlighting the importance of...
2024-12-1732 min
Hiss & Tell: Cat Behavior and BeyondUnderstanding Community Cats: A Deep Dive with Stacy LeBaronSend us a textDiscover how community dynamics and infrastructure planning can apply to outdoor cat welfare with our inspiring guest, Stacy LeBaron from the Community Cats Podcast. Stacy takes us on her journey from urban planning to championing cat welfare, revealing insights on the transformative impact of Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) programs. She explains the crucial distinctions between community, stray, and feral cats and shines a light on regional differences in ear-tipping practices. Through heartwarming anecdotes and practical advice, Stacy demonstrates how small actions, like using paper collars, can lead to sustainable initiatives.Uncover the importance...
2024-12-1157 min
The Community Cats PodcastHow Trap-Neuter-Vaccinate-Return Programs Protect Cats and Communities: With Dr. Bob Weedon, HQHVSN & Community Cat Surgeon at Paws Plus Veterinary"By creating this barrier to rabies between wildlife, pets, and people, it's not just about the well-being of the cats—it's about the well-being of the community." This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie's Fund, The Community Cat Clinic, and the Whisker Tracker App. In this episode of the Community Cats Podcast, host Stacy LeBaron sits down with Dr. Bob Weedon, an expert in veterinary public health and a leading advocate for Trap-Neuter-Vaccinate-Return (TNVR) programs. Dr. Weedon shares insights into how TNVR programs are essential for managing cat populations and offer critical public health benefits. By vaccinating community ca...
2024-12-1035 min
All My Children Wear Fur Coats with Peggy HoytStacy LeBaron - PAWSitive PantryJoin Peggy Hoyt for an engaging conversation with Stacy LeBaron, President and Chief Feline Officer of PAWSitive Pantry. Delve into the causes of the pet affordability crisis and uncover potential solutions. Learn how PAWSitive pantry is addressing a critical need by providing financially struggling families with access to pet food. Support the show
2024-12-0530 min
The Community Cats PodcastHow Meals on Wheels is Keeping People and Their Pets Together with Morgan Hultquist, Senior Manager of Strategy & Impact, Meals on Wheels, and Dan Capone, Executive Director, Meals on Wheels South Texas"97 percent of Meals on Wheels clients say that this type of programming does help them keep their pets. So it is really impactful and we're so grateful for that." This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie's Fund and the Whisker Tracker App. In this episode, Stacy LeBaron dives into the inspiring intersection of pet welfare and human services with Morgan Hulquist of Meals on Wheels America and Dan Capone of Meals on Wheels South Texas. They discuss the groundbreaking Meals on Wheels Loves Pets program, which provides pet food, veterinary care, and emergency boarding for the...
2024-12-0331 min
The Community Cats PodcastTrap, Neuter, Write? Unraveling the Mystery of TNVR with Sharon Marchisello, Board Member, Fayette Humane Society"Trap-Neuter-Return isn't just a method; it's a mission to bring community, compassion, and a little mystery into the world of cats." This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie's Fund and the Whisker Tracker App. In this episode of the Community Cats Podcast, host Stacy LeBaron speaks with animal advocate and mystery author Sharon Marchisello. Sharon's lifelong passion for cats began early, sparking a journey that would lead her to volunteer work, board membership at the Fayette Humane Society in Fayetteville, GA, and, ultimately, authorship of a new cozy mystery, Trap, Neuter, Die. The novel is a...
2024-11-2625 min
The Community Cats PodcastBuilding a Safe Haven for Working Cats with Mary Scott, Director of the Working Cats Program, ASAP Cats"Working cat programs historically have been programs of last resort... I like to think of the working cats program as really going beyond that, where every cat has the possibility of a live outcome…" This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie's Fund, The Community Cat Clinic, and the Whisker Tracker App. In this episode filled with insight and inspiration, Stacy LeBaron, host of The Community Cats Podcast, sits down with Mary Scott, a dedicated animal advocate with over 15 years in the field of animal welfare. Mary's journey, which started as a veterinary receptionist and shelter volunteer, le...
2024-11-1934 min
The Community Cats PodcastMat the Cat Guy Took Up a TNR Torch in South Dakota and He's Not Stopping with Matt Tougas Founder and President, Sioux Empire TNR"I didn't want to start another rescue that was going to fill up." This episode is sponsored in part by Maddie's Fund and the Whisker Tracker App. In this episode of The Community Cats Podcast, host Stacy LeBaron chats with Mat Tougas, also known as "Mat the Cat Guy," founder of the Sioux Empire TNR Coalition in southeastern South Dakota. Mat shares his unexpected journey from fostering wiener dogs to becoming a fierce advocate for Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) programs, despite ongoing legal hurdles in Sioux Falls. He highlights how a stray kitten sparked his...
2024-10-2926 min
The Community Cats PodcastFrom Fearful to Fearless and the Push to Protect Canada's Cats with Natalia Hanson, Marketing & Communications Consultant Humane Canada"Shelters across the country are in crisis… sometimes keeping a pet at home where they're loved and safe is as simple as providing them with a bowl of food." This episode is sponsored in part by Maddie's Fund. In this insightful episode of the Community Cats Podcast, host Stacy LeBaron speaks with Natalia Hansen, Marketing Coordinator for the Humane Canada Summit for Animals. Natalia shares her journey from being unsure of cats to becoming a self-professed "cat lady," all while playing a pivotal role in Canada's animal welfare movement. She highlights the work Humane Canada do...
2024-10-2225 min
The Community Cats PodcastTaking Rescue to New Heights with Michael Schneider, Founder of Pilots to the Rescue"Giving back is way more powerful than receiving. The benefits are tenfold, and they come back to you in ways you can't explain." This episode is sponsored in part by Maddie's Fund and the Whisker Tracker App. In this inspiring episode of The Community Cats Podcast, host Stacy LeBaron sits down with Michael Schneider, founder of Pilots to the Rescue, a pioneering nonprofit that merges his love for aviation with his dedication to saving animals. Michael shares the remarkable journey that led him to establish this unique organization, which has successfully transported over 3,000 animals from...
2024-10-1529 min
The Community Cats PodcastA Reproductive Revolution: Reframing TNR in Urban Landscapes with Katja M. Guenther, Professor at the University of California, Riverside"The reproductive justice framework is really useful for thinking about community cats and TNR because it opens us up to engaging with the lives of the cats both personally and before sterilization, but also afterwards." This episode is sponsored in part by Maddie's Fund and Tomahawk Traps. In this episode, Stacy LeBaron welcomes Katja Gunther, a professor of Gender and Sexuality Studies at the University of California, Riverside, and an avid animal rights advocate. Katyja's research delves into the intersections of human-animal relationships, feminist activism, and the challenges of animal sheltering. Her work, especially focused...
2024-10-0833 min
United We Spay010: Recruiting and Retention: The Twin Challenges of the Veterinary Profession with Stacy PursellUnlock the secrets to overcoming the veterinary workforce shortage with insights from Stacy's expert guest, Stacy Pursell, founder and CEO of the Vet Recruiter. In this episode of United We Spay, we address the growing demand for veterinarians and the factors contributing to stress and burnout among current staff. Stacy shares her wealth of knowledge on the strategic, talent-centric solutions needed to secure the future of veterinary care. Discover innovative strategies employers are using to attract and retain veterinarians, especially in underserved areas. From student loan repayment programs to enticing relocation packages and signing bonuses...
2024-09-051h 18
The Community Cats PodcastAre Cats the Underdogs in Municipal Politics with Stuart Kroll, Animal Rights Advocate, Port Washington, Long Island"Our goal is to put as much public pressure on the town representatives as possible and to spread as much awareness as we can, because the more people that are aware of the problem, the more people are going to ask the town to do something about it." This episode is sponsored in part by Maddie's Fund and Tomahawk Traps. Are you ready to be inspired by a relentless advocate for feline welfare? In this episode of the Community Cats Podcast, host Stacy LeBaron chats with Stuart Kroll, a passionate animal rights advocate with over 15 y...
2024-09-0326 min
The Community Cats PodcastTargeted TNR: Getting the Most Bang for Your Buck, Part 2, with Bryan Kortis, National Programs Director, Neighborhood Cats"Collaboration between animal welfare groups and local governments is the key to creating sustainable, humane community cat programs that work for everyone." This episode is sponsored in part by Maddie's Fund, The Keeping People and Pets Together Pet Food Pantry, and Tomahawk Traps. In the second half of this enlightening two-part webinar series, Stacy LeBaron is once again joined by TNR experts Susie Richmond and Bryan Kortis from Neighborhood Cats. In this episode, Brian details the complexities of maintaining and expanding a targeted TNR program once it's off the ground. Brian shares his...
2024-08-2739 min
The Community Cats PodcastTargeted TNR: Getting the Most Bang for Your Buck, Part 1, with Bryan Kortis, National Programs Director, Neighborhood Cats"Understanding the environment and how we approach the ecosystem with community cats is essential, not just for the cats but for the overall health of the communities they inhabit." This episode is sponsored in part by Maddie's Fund, Humane Canada, and The Keeping People and Pets Together Pet Food Pantry. In this first installment of a special two-part webinar series, Stacy LeBaron dives deep into the world of Targeted Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) with Bryan Kortis, the TNR dynamo from Neighborhood Cats. His expertise in managing high-impact TNR programs is unparalleled, and in this episode, he uncovers...
2024-08-2048 min
The Community Cats PodcastImproving the Lives of Cats Through Logistics and Legislation with Danielle Bays, Senior Analyst for Cat Protection and Policy, HSUS"Think about all the things that cats go through…they're smart, they're clever and we can learn from them." This episode is sponsored in part by Maddie's Fund, The Community Cat Clinic, Humane Canada, and Tomahawk Traps. Are you curious about the evolving landscape of community cat welfare in the United States? In this episode of the Community Cats Podcast, Stacy LeBaron sits down with Danielle Bays, Senior Analyst for Cat Protection and Policy at the Humane Society of the United States. With more than 20 years of experience, Danielle shares her view on the current st...
2024-08-1326 min
The Community Cats PodcastConnecting with Cats to Bridge the Communication Gap with Nancy Mello, Animal Communicator and Evidential Medium"Animals were my friends, and even before I had words for it, they understood me and gave me comfort and love in a way that I didn't feel in my life, in my family." This episode is sponsored in part by Maddie's Fund, The Community Cat Clinic, and Tomahawk Traps. Have you ever wondered if you could understand what your cat is thinking or feeling? In this moving episode of the Community Cats Podcast, host Stacy LeBaron sits down with Nancy Mello, an animal communicator and psychic from Mystic, Connecticut, with over 500 five-star Google reviews...
2024-07-3027 min
Dark Hearts with Stacy LeeThe LeBaron Cult MurdersA violent polygamous sect of the FLDS, Fundamentalist Latter Day Saint cult goes to war with each other with two brothers both claiming to be The One Mighty and Strong. These self proclaimed prophets leave a trail of broken people, ruined lives and murder in their wake.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/dark-hearts-with-stacy-lee-podcast/donations Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
2024-06-0734 min
The Community Cats Podcast557: Keeping an Open Mind to Reduce Stress and Pain in Cats with Stacy McVicker, DVM, CVA, CCRT, Veterinarian & Crazy Cat LadyHave you ever watched your cat move with less of its usual grace or hesitate before leaping onto its favorite perch? In this episode, understand the complex world of feline pain with Dr. Stacy McVicker. These whiskered companions are masters at masking discomfort, but Dr. McVicker's expertise, inspired by the stories of James Herriot, equips us with the tools to uncover what our cats cannot voice. We chart the journey from the veiled signs of pain in our feline friends to actionable steps that can significantly enhance their quality of life. Ferris, a community cat with hyperthyroidism a...
2024-04-2338 minThe Community Cats PodcastA Special "Because We Love It" Episode! Check Out the United We Spay Podcast with Stacy LeBaron and Dr. Philip BushbyToday we wanted to share an episode of The United We Spay Podcast. It's a new monthly show from the United Spay Alliance and it's hosted by the one and only Stacy LeBaron. In each episode, they delve into the heart of a movement that's changing the lives of animals and communities for the better with the mission to build awareness, educate, and empower. Their episodes are always interesting and there's a lot of crossover with Community Cats Podcast's favorite topics so we thought you'd enjoy their show as much as we do. On this episode of...
2024-04-0627 min
Let Fear Bounce - Tossing out nuggets of hopeIt's all about Cats - Animal Welfare Advocate - Stacy Lebaron S4 EPS3Stacy LeBaron has been involved in animal welfare for almost 30 years. She currently hosts a weekly podcast called the Community Cats Podcast where she interviews nationally and internationally renowned experts helping with the problem of cat overpopulation and cat welfare. She has recorded over 500 episodes. In addition to the podcast, Stacy is committed to the model of virtual education by holding three weekend conferences, the Online Cat Conference, The United Spay Alliance Conference, and the Online Kitten Conference. She hosts day-long sessions covering specific topics around Feline Leukemia and Behavior, and she partnered with Neighborhood Cats to hold monthly...
2024-01-1732 min
KindredPodcast Swap | The Community Cats Podcast with Stacy LeBaronIn this week’s episode, we’re doing a swap! Today we are sharing an episode from The Community Cats Podcast, with creator and host Stacy LeBaron. In this episode, Stacy, along with her guest writer and author Linda Malik, dispels the myths attached to black cats, how it has created a false narrative and the misunderstanding that black cats are somehow different because of their color and how this myth came to be.
Linda Malik’s children's book series titled Willow’s Tales explores these issues based on her black cat, Willow!
We are big fans o...
2024-01-1631 min
United We SpayA Conversation with Founder Esther MechlerIn this inaugural episode of United We Spay, host Stacy LeBaron takes us on a journey with Esther Mechler, the founder of United Spay Alliance. Stacy and Esther delve into the ongoing issue of animal overpopulation and the importance of affordable spay/neuter services in preventing the needless suffering of animals. From the harsh conditions of a rundown shelter to establishing a renowned referral program with 8,000 vets nationwide, Esther's story is an extraordinary tale of compassion and commitment. You'll also hear Stacy and Esther discuss the "Feline Fix by Five" campaign, a pioneering initiative that...
2023-12-1219 min
The Community Cats PodcastIt's a special episode! Mike Phillips, LVT and President of Urban Cat League, interviews Stacy LeBaron."The cats are a vehicle for us to all get our act together and take responsibility for every part of the community." This episode is sponsored in part by Meow Cat Lounge, Doobert.com, and Maddie's Fund. In this special episode, Mike Phillips of UrbanCatLeague.org sits down to interview Stacy and take a closer look at Stacy's work with Community Cats and her goal of showcasing positive influencers in the feline community. Stacy's diverse background, including achievements in sports and urban planning, emphasizes her creative problem-solving, influenced by her father's entrepreneurial spirit. As the...
2023-12-1239 min
19 Cats and Counting on Pet Life Radio (PetLifeRadio.com)19 Cats and Counting Episode 110 Stacy LeBaron – TNR and Community Cats AdvocateStacy LeBaron has long been a champion of TNR (Trap Neuter Release) to help stop the growth of the feral cat population, affectionately referred to as Community Cats. But it’s not just ferals who are part of the community: people who let their cats wander outside, cats that have been cast out of their homes, and any cat, feral or domestic, that lives the majority of their lives outside can be considered part of the outside Community Cats. Host of the Community Cats Podcast, Stacy says Community Cats are “all those cats we see outside, whether feral, stra...
2023-11-2235 minUnited We SpayWelcome to United We Spay!Welcome to United We Spay - the show dedicated to promoting affordable spay/neuter services across the USA and beyond. In each episode, we delve into the heart of a movement that's changing the lives of animals and communities for the better. Our mission is clear: build awareness, educate, and empower. In this podcast, we'll explore the inspiring stories and voices that drive the spay/neuter movement, all while keeping our eyes on the bigger picture. Hosted by Stacy LeBaron, our team at United Spay Alliance is here to make a difference by tackling the root causes o...
2023-11-2001 min
The Community Cats PodcastStrategies for Reducing Cat Populations, with Stacy LeBaron, Host of The Community Cats Podcast"First and foremost, before me telling them [why they should neuter their indoor/outdoor cat], I want to find out what will move the needle for them." This episode is sponsored in part by Urban Cat League, Doobert.com, and Maddie's Fund. In today's special podcast, we are proud to bring you the audio version of "Strategies for Reducing Cat Populations". In this episode, Stacy LeBaron, host of The Community Cats Podcast, long-time TNR advocate/practitioner, and non-profit administrator, shares her experience and offers suggestions to address the most common situations that can...
2023-09-0547 min
Tails from a Vet TechBanishing Stress & Fear in Cats from Tabitha's appearence on 'The Community Cats' Podcast featuring Stacy LeBaronThis episode is a collab with fellow podcaster, Stacy LeBaron of the Community Cats Podcast. On CCP, Stacy follows up with Tabitha Kucera, a registered vet tech, certified cat behavior training consultant, and former guest of the show (CCP Episode 319)Stacy and Tabitha discuss numerous cat health and behavioral issues. She provides tips on identifying whether a cat is in pain (which she created a handout for). Tabitha explains that a cat’s physical and mental health are often intertwined. She stresses the importance of minimizing anxiety and stress by employing Fe...
2023-06-1936 min
My Cat’s TaleMy Cat's Tale - Stacy LeBaron and The Community Cats Podcast
Stacy LeBaron is the host of ‘The Community Cats Podcast’ which is dedicated to creating a supportive environment to help people help cats in and around their community, as well as providing information on cat welfare and preventing cat overpopulation.
She is also a huge cat lover.
Ewan caught up with Stacy to hear more about her journey, from her family’s first cat, through early TNR projects in America, to her current involvement with many animal welfare organisations that support cats.
Find more out about The Community Cats Podcast on its website, and fo...
2022-10-0527 min
Hire The SmileHire The Smile: Veterinary Non-Profits with Stacy LeBaronIn this episode, Dr. Mike Pownall and Katie Ardeline are joined by guest Stacy LeBaron, Board Treasurer of the United Spay Alliance. The United Spay Alliance is a national animal welfare organization dedicated exclusively to promoting affordable, accessible, and timely spay/neuter services as the solution to the crisis of cat and dog homelessness. In this episode, we discuss people management in the non-profit sector vs. private practice, the shortage of veterinarians and more.Links Mentioned:United Spay AllianceFeline Fix by Five MonthsThe Community Cats Podcast Understanding a...
2022-03-2230 min
LeBaron James - Champagne SelectionsLeBaron James - Champagne Selections Ep. 20 [March 2022]LeBaron James - Champagne Selections Ep. 20 [January 2022]
01. LeBaron James, Mishell Ivon - At First Sight
02. Walterino, The Dukes - Musique (The Dukes Edit Mix)
03. Di Saronno LeBaron James Freakin Hypnotized
04. Lup Ino - Secrets Of Your Mind (Original Mix)
05. ATFC - Bank Loan (Original Mix)
06. Jo Paciello - That s Right
07. Fred Falke - Chicago - Original Mix
08. LeBaron James - I Can't Explain (Original Mix)
09. Marc Cotterell - Soul Glow (Love Digital Mix)
10. Destiny II, Dave Lee - Play 2 Win (Dave Lee s Taste The Bass Dub)
11. Dubby Disco Boyz, Daisuke Miyamoto - Dance Again (Daisuke Miyamoto Remix)
12. Chemars...
2022-03-031h 43LeBaron James - Champagne SelectionsLeBaron James - Champagne Selections Ep. 20 [March 2022]LeBaron James - Champagne Selections Ep. 20 [January 2022]
01. LeBaron James, Mishell Ivon - At First Sight
02. Walterino, The Dukes - Musique (The Dukes Edit Mix)
03. Di Saronno LeBaron James Freakin Hypnotized
04. Lup Ino - Secrets Of Your Mind (Original Mix)
05. ATFC - Bank Loan (Original Mix)
06. Jo Paciello - That s Right
07. Fred Falke - Chicago - Original Mix
08. LeBaron James - I Can't Explain (Original Mix)
09. Marc Cotterell - Soul Glow (Love Digital Mix)
10. Destiny II, Dave Lee - Play 2 Win (Dave Lee s Taste The Bass Dub)
11. Dubby Disco Boyz, Daisuke Miyamoto - Dance Again (Daisuke Miyamoto Remix)
12. Chemars...
2022-03-031h 43
The Animal Control ReportCommunity Cats with Stacy LeBaron and a Book Reveal from ACO Jess!!!Thanks for listening!!!! Here's what's happening in Episode 86: We chat with Stacy LeBaron, the host of the Community Cats Podcast. Also ACO Jess pays us a visit to talk about her book, Raccoon Rescue! Click here for more info on Community Cats. To support the book Raccoon Rescue click here. If you have something you'd like us to discuss and want to send it over anonymously? We have a spot for that! ***Get your Humane Roundup Merch here!!*** Text or Leave Us a message at 916-241-3464 or email us @ humaneroundup@gmail.com Find us online @https://humaneroundup.com -Podcast (@h...
2021-06-2559 min
Keep it HumaneCommunity Cats with Stacy LeBaron and a Book Reveal from ACO Jess!!!Thanks for listening!!!! Here's what's happening in Episode 86: We chat with Stacy LeBaron, the host of the Community Cats Podcast. Also ACO Jess pays us a visit to talk about her book, Raccoon Rescue!
Click here for more info on Community Cats.
To support the book Raccoon Rescue click here.
If you have something you'd like us to discuss and want to send it over anonymously? We have a spot for that! ***Get your Humane Roundup Merch here!!*** Text or Leave Us a message at 916-241-3464 or email us @ humaneroundup@gmail.com F...
2021-06-2559 min
The Community Cats PodcastSteve Appelbaum, Creator of Animal Behavior CollegeThis episode is sponsored in part by Tamadori and Doobert.com. Steve Appelbaum has more than 40 years of dog training and pet industry experience. He is the creator of Animal Behavior College (ABC) which provides many different pet industry certifications. ABC started off with only programs for dog training but Steve noticed a big problem with cats being surrendered or euthanized for treatable behavioral problems, so he set out to fix this problem. Steve and Stacy debunk the myth that cats can't be trained and discuss how training cats isn't about teaching obedience like it i...
2021-02-2329 min
Pawareness PodcastPawareness Podcast Episode 16 │Community Cats - Stacy LebaronIn this episode, we welcome back Community Cats Podcast Founder and Primary Host Stacy Lebaron. Stacy has been our guest in the 6th episode of this podcast in 2020 where she provided details about the history of her podcast, what her organization is doing to save cats in communities, and the events they handle to support cat owners and animal shelters.
We are glad to have Stacy back in this episode where she unveiled the plans that Community Cats Podcast has for this year, including webinars, conferences, and initiatives to help pet food distribution for animal welfare organizations...
2021-02-1020 min
Responsive Lab PodcastStacy LeBaron on Podcasting and PivotingStacy LeBaron joins The Responsive Fundraising Podcast to talk about delivering animal welfare services during times of crisis and the power of pivoting.
Stacy has been involved in animal welfare for over 20 years. She is the host and founder of Community Cats Podcast, a 5 day a week podcast show where she interviews nationally and internationally renowned experts helping with the problem of cat overpopulation and cat welfare. In addition to the podcast, Stacy is committed to the model of virtual education by holding weekend conferences and day long educational sessions. Prior to the podcast, Stacy served for 16 y...
2020-12-2936 min
The Best Friends PodcastStacy LeBaron - The Community Cats PodcastPodcasting is more popular today than ever before, giving listeners their choice of more than 1.5 million podcasts. While there are plenty of shows to feed your true crime habit, there aren’t too many podcasts that focus on saving the lives of shelter pets. One of the best and longest-running is The Community Cats Podcast, hosted by Stacy LeBaron.Much more than a podcast, the mission is “to provide education, information, and dialogue that will create a supportive environment, empowering people to help cats in their community.” She hosts several virtual conferences, and the podcast helps fund a gran...
2020-11-0529 min
Catexplorer PodcastHow to help your community cats with Stacy LebaronStacy Lebaron is the host of the Community Cats Podcast. We learn all about what community cats are, how we can help them and the support available to help community cats.
Join the Catexplorer Community Facebook Group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/catexplorer.community/
See the show notes here: https://catexplorer.co/podcast-entries/how-to-help-your-community-cats-with-stacy-lebaron
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What we talk about
•How Stacy became a cat person
•How Stacy became involved in animal rescue
•What is a community cat?
•What is a colony of cats?
•Why is it best to...
2020-03-1753 min
The Community Cats PodcastDebbie Chatenever, community cat caretakerIn this episode, Stacy chats with community cat caretaker Debbie Chatenever, who walks several miles each day to feed the community cats in her area. Debbie gets the cats the medical care they need at her own expense, and she shares with Stacy the story of how she got involved with caring for her local community cats. Stacy and Debbie also discuss how beneficial a support network could be for Debbie and others like her, and they talk about Debbie's strong belief that there needs to be accountability around abandoning cats. Debbie tells Stacy about how she...
2020-03-1018 min
The Community Cats PodcastA Best of CCP Episode! Dr. Sara Pizano, DVM, Team Shelter USAStacy sits down with Dr. Sara Pizano (a previous CCP guest on Episode 56, Episode 171, and Episodes 246 and 247) to discuss Dr. Pizano's new book, The Best Practice Playbook for Animal Shelters. The book is a result of the more than 100 assessments Dr. Pizano has done at shelters around the country as a Team Shelter USA consultant. She realized that the shelters she was working with were all struggling with the same issues. More importantly, she realized that the solutions needed to decrease euthanasia rates were always the same—so she decided to write this playbook so that those solutions can be...
2020-01-2124 min
The Community Cats PodcastDr. Sara Pizano, DVM, Team Shelter USAStacy sits down with Dr. Sara Pizano (a previous CCP guest on Episode 56, Episode 171, and Episodes 246and 247) to discuss Dr. Pizano's new book, The Best Practice Playbook for Animal Shelters. The book is a result of the more than 100 assessments Dr. Pizano has done at shelters around the country as a Team Shelter USA consultant. She realized that the shelters she was working with were all struggling with the same issues. More importantly, she realized that the solutions needed to decrease euthanasia rates were always the same—so she decided to write this playbook so that those solutions can be...
2019-06-2924 min
The Community Cats PodcastKaren Anderson, Animal Communicator, Afterlife Expert, and CoachIn this interview, Stacy speaks with Karen Anderson, an animal communicator and afterlife expert who has been practicing for over 20 years. She has received several awards and is a best-selling author of several books as well, including her most recent, The Amazing Afterlife of Animals. As far back as Karen can remember, she has always loved animals. They were her very best friends and for many years, she thought everyone could understand and talk to them the way she could. It wasn't until she worked in law enforcement many years later, however, that her animal communication abilities...
2019-03-1629 min
The Community Cats PodcastPreparing for the Online Cat Conference with Stacy LeBaron and Kristen Petrie, Head Cat and Technical Cat of the Community Cats PodcastAfter bringing you up to speed on how a "virtual conference" works, they chat about a special returning guest, The Kitten Lady, and the line up of brand new guest speakers and the topics they'll be presenting for attendees at this event that takes place January 25, 26, and 27, 2019. You'll learn what fun community building activities will be returning in the second year of the conference and be introduced to some of the new features that will be included this year. Stacy and Kristen also discuss their scheduled "Best of December". They'll be bringing back some of their favorite...
2018-11-2418 min
The Community Cats PodcastHubCats TV featuring Dr. William Snell, Veterinarian at Blue Pearl Pet HospitalThis week our show is a little different. In addition to hosting The Community Cats Podcast, Stacy LeBaron also appears on HubCats TV, a show on Chelsea Cable Access where she and her co-host discuss animal welfare topics with an aim to educate and raise awareness. Pet health, community cats and services available to pet owners and feral cat caretakers are often the focus. This week we're bringing you audio from one of Stacy's favorite episodes featuring an interview with Dr. William Snell of Blue Pearl Pet Hospital in Charlestown, MA. On the show, Dr Snell shares...
2018-11-0355 min
The Community Cats PodcastAsk Stacy! Online Cat Conference ReviewInterview! Ask Stacy! Online Cat Conference Review "I'm passionate about the idea of having a dedicated annual cat conference nationally and this was a great way to work towards providing access to everyone." Stacy is back to discuss all of the in's and out's of how the first Online Cat Conference went this past January! She always wanted to do an online cat conference and it was a great way to provide access to people who wouldn't be able to afford an in-person conference. She was determined to make it something that was extremely accessible...
2018-03-3123 min
Oh Behave with Arden Moore - Harmony in the household with your pets Recommended by OprahOh Behave - Episode 320 Meet Stacy LeBaron -- A Crusader for Community CatsOnce branded as feral cats, felines who live in colonies outside are being now identified as community cats. And they need our help. Tune in to this special episode of the Oh Behave Show with Host Arden Moore. Her special guest, Stacy LeBaron created the Community Cats Podcast and is the force behind the upcoming 2018 Online Cat Conference. This virtual convention "airs" Jan. 26-28 and we hope you register and learn more from community cats from top experts in this field who will be speakers. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Meet Stacy LeBaron -- A...
2018-01-2330 min
The Community Cats PodcastEp192 - Book ReviewBook Review! Stacy LeBaron, Host, The Community Cats Podcast "Get ready for the tissues..." Stacy is back with her book review show. In today's episode she reviews, Redemption, by Nathan Winograd; Call of the Cats, by Andrew Bloomfield; Cat Daddy, by Jackson Galaxy; and Homer, The Ninth Life of a Blind Wonder Cat by Gwen Cooper. Redemption is a book that provides us with some creative solutions to our pet overpopulation issues in the country and the other books are full of emotion and passion.
2017-06-0608 min
The Community Cats PodcastEp190 - Ask Stacy!Ask Stacy! Stacy LeBaron, Host, The Community Cats Podcast "Oftentimes, these folks are not upset about the cats in general, but the fact that they're not being cared for." In this, the seventh (!) Ask Stacy episode, Lisa and Stacy leave the world of cat lovers behind for a moment to take a look at "cat opponents"—whether those be the neighbors who resent your feeding station or the touch anti-community cat legislation currently enforced in your town. Backed by years of experience, Stacy provides some insight into the many reasons that people might actually be upset abo...
2017-06-0121 min
The Community Cats PodcastEp179 - Harold RheeInterview! Harold Rhee, Host of This is Pawprint Podcast "Your volunteers may have skills that you never knew about. You don't really know unless you truly empower people to share their talents." Harold Rhee is the creator and host of This is Pawprint, another animal welfare podcast! With his wife Nancy, he interviews the "heroes of animal rescue," such as Tamar Arslanian, author and photographer of Shop Cats, as well as our very own Stacy LeBaron! Stacy and Harold compare notes on creating their shows, and Harold offers encouragement to those listeners who want to start the...
2017-05-0621 min
The Community Cats PodcastEp167 - Stacy LeBaronAsk Stacy! Stacy LeBaron, Host of The Community Cats Podcast "This is all about being a family." As kitten season approaches, guest host Lisa Finkel talks with Stacy about creatively managing community kittens. Describing kitten fostering as a "pre-program" to the adoption process, Stacy offers insight on productive ways to set up a healthy and sustainable foster care program. Many elements contribute to a successful system, from the medical and administrative structure to compassion fatigue support. Lisa and Stacy also touch on the joys of socializing feral kittens, lovingly referred to as 'tiny tigers,' th...
2017-04-0823 min
The Community Cats PodcastEp147 - Stacy LeBaronAsk Stacy! Five Tenets of Building an Organization "We have to focus on giving people the guidance they need, but also let them take ownership a task, too." In this Ask Stacy episode, Lisa and Stacy go through Stacy's 5 Tenets of Building an Organization to Help Community Cats, which are: Understand your community, Build a skills matrix, Delegate tasks, Communicate with donors and volunteers, and Review and evaluate goals. Stacy is more than happy to consult with organizations on working on these tenets, so please email her at stacy@communitycatspodcast.com if you have any questions! Don't...
2017-02-2124 min