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Comfort Creatures152: Sharks Not Cruise ShipsNothing in the ocean should be bigger than a Megladon or a Blue Whale. You heard it here first: we're dying on this hill. And did you know that Zebra sharks can be partial to a belly rub? All this plus talk of banana-sized teeth, hidden mouths and more Titanic hot takes on this week's ep! Send us YOUR pet stories (Ready, Pet, Go!) at comfortcreatures@maximumfun.org and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Follow us @comfortcreaturespodcast on Instagram! Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/PFVQXgMYWB
2025-08-0738 minComfort Creatures151: Big Old CatsLet's get historical with lions! This week, Ella does a little dive into pre-historic lions. Were they huge? You betcha! Were the manes the same? You gotta tune in to find out! Alexis learns some fun mythology about sphinx and their riddles! Plus, we discuss British game shows and we have an info-dump on mammals from Katrina!Send us YOUR pet stories (Ready, Pet, Go!) at comfortcreatures@maximumfun.org and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Follow us @comfortcreaturespodcast on Instagram! Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/PFVQXgMYWB
2025-07-3142 minComfort Creatures150: Possum and Taco with Brooke & JuanitaWe've got a very fun one for you this week! The hosts of the brand new podcast SUPER SISTER SIGNS Brooke and Juanita join us to chat about their wonderful cats! Brooke has a brand new kitten named Possum and Juanita has an "ugly" cat named Taco! Plus, we chat the zodiac signs of our cats, good cat names, and what a marsupial is! Be sure to check out Super Sister Signs wherever you listen to podcasts!Send us YOUR pet stories (Ready, Pet, Go!) at comfortcreatures@maximumfun.org and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe...
2025-07-241h 03Comfort Creatures145: Dinosaur Diaries: BrontosaurusThis week, Alexis continues her search for her favorite dinosaur by learning about the Brontosaurus AKA Noble Thunder Lizard! This long necked friend is full of interesting traits! It's huge! It's got Forever Teeth! And it's discovery includes some excellent DRAMA! Plus we have a Ready Pet Go from Elisabeth and Domino, Donald, and Daisy the GOATS!Send us YOUR pet stories (Ready, Pet, Go!) at comfortcreatures@maximumfun.org and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Follow us @comfortcreaturespodcast on Instagram! Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/PFVQXgMYWB
2025-06-1923 minComfort Creatures144: Dinosaur Diaries: VelociraptorsLet's go girls! As promised, Ella has done a deep dive about VELOCIRAPTORS. Were they fast? Were the feathered? What did they do with their long, long claws? Could they fly? Find out all this and more! We also have a Ready Pet Go from Nikki and Jubilee!Also, please forgive our congested voices, we both happened to be a little sick!Send us YOUR pet stories (Ready, Pet, Go!) at comfortcreatures@maximumfun.org and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Follow us @comfortcreaturespodcast on Instagram! Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/PFVQXgMYWB
2025-06-1238 minComfort Creatures143: Dinosaur Diaries: Steven Ray MorrisWe've called in the big guns! And by "guns" we mean one of our favorites who happens to have a Jurassic Park Podcast! Steven Ray Morris (See Jurassic Right, Jordan Jesse Go, and more!) joins us to discuss dinosaurs both in the movies and some fun science! If you're looking to pick up some new party trivia, this is a great episode for you!Follow Steven on instagram @stevenraymorris and don't forget to check out @strangebirdart for good dino art!Send us YOUR pet stories (Ready, Pet, Go!) at comfortcreatures@maximumfun.org and don't forget...
2025-06-051h 02Comfort Creatures142: Animal EngagementsWell if you haven't heard... ALEXIS IS ENGAGED! That means we've got two weddings on the horizon! We also happened to get an email about a DINOSAUR WEDDING so it seemed like the perfect opportunity to discuss animals and weddings! We learn about different animal based wedding traditions from around the world as well as some fun ways to incorporate animals (and dinosaurs) into a wedding!Send us YOUR pet stories at comfortcreatures@maximumfun.org and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Follow us @comfortcreaturespodcast on Instagram! Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/PFVQXgMYWB
2025-05-2935 minComfort Creatures139: Grizzly BearsGrizzly Bears! The bear with one of the meanest reputations around! But is that fair? This week Grizzly Bears have popped up in the news so Ella and Alexis do a deep dive into these "Horrible" bears. We also have a wonderful Ready Pet Go from Kelsey and the Camp Animals!Send us YOUR pet stories (Ready, Pet, Go!) at comfortcreatures@maximumfun.org and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Follow us @comfortcreaturespodcast on Instagram! Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/PFVQXgMYWB
2025-05-0132 minComfort Creatures137: Dire Wolves and Stinky DogsBREAKING NEWS! Dire wolves are BACK! Which is a shock in many ways to Ella! This week we discuss what we've learned of the dire wolf news, learn about the norse myth of Fenrir, and Alexis and Ella give updates on their stinky (Or not stinky) pets! Send us YOUR pet stories (Ready, Pet, Go!) at comfortcreatures@maximumfun.org and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Follow us @comfortcreaturespodcast on Instagram! Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/PFVQXgMYWB
2025-04-1743 minComfort Creatures134: Renee Colvert and Tugboat Return!It's the last week of the MaxFun Drive and who better to join us than one of the world's best person/dog combos? Renee Colvert and Tugboat the Fluffy Pit! We catchup with Renee, learn about Tug's latest walk shenanigans, discuss our childhood stuffed animals, and even talk musical theater!Thank you to everyone who has joined the Drive so far! If you're craving MORE Renee you can listen to our BONUS episode with her by going to maximumfun.org/join!
2025-03-271h 03Comfort CreaturesBoCo Preview: Guilty Pleasures with Caroline, Ella, and Tom!It's the MaxFun Drive! And one of the best parts of the Drive is the Bonus Content! Here's a little preview of our conversation with our pals from Let's Learn Everything! To hear the full episode (and our other episode with Renee Colvert!) join, boost, or upgrade your membership! Head to maximumfun.org/join
2025-03-2307 minComfort Creatures133: Comfort Smut with Brea & MalloryHOLD ON TO YOUR PANTS! And maybe ask the kids and grandparents to skip this episode. We have the ultimate crossover episode special for the MaxFunDrive! We are joined by Brea Grant and Mallory O'Meara from Reading Smut (and Reading Glasses)! We have fused our shows into everyone's favorite subject: Creatures in Smut! Werewolves, vampires, and tentacles? Oh. My...As a reminder, if you want to support our show, please head to maximumfun.org/join and become a member!
2025-03-201h 18
Maximum Film!Drea and Alonso join MFD Spring BreakIt’s not MaxFunDrive without a wild kickoff spectacular! Former real-life VJ and host of MTV's Spring Break 1999, Dave Holmes, takes your favorite MaxFun hosts through some wacky ‘90s- and Spring Break-themed mini games!!Featuring: Dave Holmes, Jeremy Bent, Oscar Montoya, Dimitry Pompée, Tom Lum, Ellen Weatherford, Alex Schmidt, Brenda Snell, Drea Clark, Alonso Duralde, Dan McCoy, Jordan Morris, Manolo Moreno, Ella Hubber, Caroline Roper, Ella McLeod, John-Luke Roberts, Justin McElroy, Clint McElroy, Mike Cabellon, Sierra Katow, Hal Lublin, Danielle Radford, John Moe, Christian Dueñas, Christian Duguay
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2025-03-171h 19Comfort Creatures129: Poison Dart FrogsElla's made a new friend! He's small, blue, and occasionally deadly! So, we thought we'd learn a little more about Poison Dart Frogs so Ella can make a good impression! We also have some frog mythology and a sweet little frog poem!Send us YOUR pet stories (Ready, Pet, Go!) at comfortcreatures@maximumfun.org and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Follow us @comfortcreaturespodcast on Instagram! Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/PFVQXgMYWB
2025-02-2041 minComfort Creatures128: The Glowing SpringhareOnce again, the animal world has blown our mind in it's long list of animals we've never heard of! First, we figure out WHAT a Springhare is. Then we learn, that not only do they resemble tiny kangaroos, but they are bioflourescent! Plus, Ella has moved houses and Percy is adjusting, Alexis had a birthday, we read a poem about a Hare, and we have a great Ready Pet Go from Lissa and her backyard bears!Send us YOUR pet stories (Ready, Pet, Go!) at comfortcreatures@maximumfun.org and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Follow...
2025-02-1338 minComfort Creatures124: TamanduaFunky Anteaters! What else is there to say? Well that and Tamarind margharitas, scream-snoring and a Ready Pet Go from Annaleisa and Esther!Send us YOUR pet stories (Ready, Pet, Go!) at comfortcreatures@maximumfun.org and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Follow us @comfortcreaturespodcast on Instagram! Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/PFVQXgMYWB
2025-01-1632 minComfort Creatures123: Pottos and PotatoesThis week Ella learned something new -- Pottos are a thing! In light of this delightful discovery, we provide you with some excellent Potto info. Alexis provides some truly delicious mythology and we have a Ready Pet Go from Jess, James and Snickers!Send us YOUR pet stories (Ready, Pet, Go!) at comfortcreatures@maximumfun.org and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Follow us @comfortcreaturespodcast on Instagram! Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/PFVQXgMYWB
2025-01-0933 minComfort Creatures118: Chough Stuff & Emilie's Thanksgiving MiracleWe continue the Corvid Compendium this week with a chatter of Choughs... and a conversation about them too. We're also joined by Emilie -- artist, cat-mum and witness to a Miracle! Happy Thanksgiving to all those who celebrate, we're very thankful for all of you! Find more of Emilie on instagram at @brightgardenstudioSend us YOUR pet stories (Ready, Pet, Go!) at comfortcreatures@maximumfun.org and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Follow us @comfortcreaturespodcast on Instagram! Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/PFVQXgMYWB
2024-11-2849 minComfort Creatures115: Daemon DebriefOne thing about us is that we LOVE a personality quiz and today we're discussing the ultimate one. We deep dive into daemons, chat about what exactly is required of an animal companion and share our own daemon results. Also a post-halloween update!Link to QUIZ.Send us YOUR pet stories (Ready, Pet, Go!) at comfortcreatures@maximumfun.org and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Follow us @comfortcreaturespodcast on Instagram! Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/PFVQXgMYWB
2024-11-0743 minComfort Creatures113: Mischievous RaccoonsIt's frankly rude of us to have not devoted a full episode to these little dudes before -- especially as Alexis is obviously part raccoon. We discuss raccoon legends, the difference between racoons and racoon dogs and of course, provide you with much animal trivia. It's our love language after all!Don't forget to send us your animals in halloween costumes! Or yourself in a halloween costume! Especially if it's an animal!Send us YOUR pet stories (Ready, Pet, Go!) at comfortcreatures@maximumfun.org and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Follow us @comfortcreaturespodcast...
2024-10-2444 minComfort Creatures108: Jennifer S. Holland and Canine IntelligenceNot only is Jennifer S. Holland the author of the fantastic book Dog Smart: Life-Changing Lessons in Canine Intelligence, but she's also the owner of two very cool dogs. Normally that would be PLENTY of interesting things, but Jennifer also has some incredible stories of her time working for National Geographic, including scuba diving and meeting orangutans! We discuss the power of dog noses, types of intelligence, cadaver dogs, and much more!Send us YOUR pet stories (Ready, Pet, Go!) at comfortcreatures@maximumfun.org and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Follow us @comfortcreaturespodcast on Instagram...
2024-09-1945 minComfort Creatures103: Lions and Leos*ROAR!* You would be forgiven for thinking that that was our best lion impression. In fact it was our best Leo impression because boy do those fire signs like to make their presence known! To demonstrate our love and appreciation for these sweet summer children, today's episode dives deep into Lions - we have myths, magic and much animal trivia because it is, after all, our love language Send us YOUR pet stories (Ready, Pet, Go!) at comfortcreatures@maximumfun.org and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Follow us @comfortcreaturespodcast on Instagram! Join us on Di...
2024-08-1544 minComfort Creatures102: Moon Bear DayWe were today years old when we discovered that the Asiatic Black Bear is also known as... the Moon Bear! We think this is adorable and as its Moon Bear awareness day, we thought we'd tell you all about them. You can thank us later. Also, Alexis teaches Ella all about "splooting", thanks to a Ready Pet Go from Hansie!Send us YOUR pet stories (Ready, Pet, Go!) at comfortcreatures@maximumfun.org and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Follow us @comfortcreaturespodcast on Instagram! Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/PFVQXgMYWB
2024-08-0840 minComfort Creatures96: Badgers: the Good, the Bad, and the StinkyBadgers! Are they adorable woodland creatures protecting other foresty friends? Well... maybe not! This week we learn that badgers are fascinating, tough, and surprisingly stinky! We discuss all things badgers, including our favorite and least favorite fictional badgers!Send us YOUR favorite (and least favorite) animals to comfortcreatures@maximumfun.org and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Follow us @comfortcreaturespodcast on Instagram! Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/PFVQXgMYWB
2024-06-2737 minComfort Creatures95: The First Snow of WinterSpoiler Alert! Make sure to watch The First Snow of Winter if you're planning to as we do talk in detail about the plot! It's on Youtube! Okay, did you watch it? Great! Because this week we talk about the adorable BBC short film The First Snow of Winter and to celebrate some of it's fantastic characters (Voley and Puffy) we discuss Water Voles and Puffins!Send us YOUR pet stories (Ready, Pet, Go!) at comfortcreatures@maximumfun.org and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Follow us @comfortcreaturespodcast on Instagram! Join us on Discord: https://discord...
2024-06-2044 min
Black People Love ParamoreBlack People Love Pets Ft. Ella McLeodOn this week’s episode, host Sequoia Holmes and guest co - host, Comfort Creatures host, Ella McLeod chat about Pet parenting, Exotic pets, how Black folks connect with animals generationally. All this & more! Highlights LA Dogs vs. UK DogsAre Cats Loyal? Exotic / Unusual Pets Character pets who we know are Black Grieving the death of a pet Writing your pet turtle into your will Follow Ellahttps://www.instagram.com/mcleodmouth/https://x.com/McLeod_MouthFollow Co...
2024-06-2049 minComfort Creatures93: The Zoo and HarpiesThis week, Alexis took a visit to the San Diego zoo and has a LOT to report on! She goes through her top zoo sightings! Alexis was so excited by one animal in particular that she requested Ella do some research on Harpies! Tune in and find out why!Send us YOUR pet stories (Ready, Pet, Go!) at comfortcreatures@maximumfun.org and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Follow us @comfortcreaturespodcast on Instagram! Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/PFVQXgMYWB
2024-05-3040 minComfort Creatures92: Redwall Book One Live StreamHi everyone! We had so much fun on our Live Stream discussing Book one of Redwall that we decided to release it as an episode as well! We'd love to hear YOUR thoughts on Part Two and we will announce that Live Stream date soon! Also small warning we do use some adult language in this episode.Send us YOUR pet stories (Ready, Pet, Go!) at comfortcreatures@maximumfun.org and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Follow us @comfortcreaturespodcast on Instagram! Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/PFVQXgMYWB
2024-05-231h 01Comfort Creatures89: Bethanie Murguia and WagnificentWhy did three Vizslas cross the road? Tune in for the punchline! This week we're joined by writer and illustrator Bethanie Murguia. She tells us all about her new graphic novel Wagnificent as well as warming our hearts with tales about her three Vizslas Thunder, Luna and Cosmos. Also Persey, busy playing the nosey neighbour, has passed a torch to Cricket...Wagnificent: The Adventures of Thunder and Sage comes out July 23rd and you can pre-order now at https://www.aquapup.com/Send us YOUR pet stories (Ready, Pet, Go!) at comfortcreatures@maximumfun.org and...
2024-05-0257 minComfort Creatures88: Red Foxes and Pigeon FeelingsElla has had QUITE the day, but ultimately has had a strong change of heart for our pigeon friends! Crumb got to visit his old pal Tugboat, who is as great as ever! Plus, we do a little research on Foxes after a recent garden visit and of course some fun fox mythology!Save the date and read along! Our Redwall Livestream for the Book One of book one will be May 12th!Send us YOUR pet stories (Ready, Pet, Go!) at comfortcreatures@maximumfun.org and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Follow us...
2024-04-2538 minComfort Creatures87: Sea Dragons and Blind MiceIn honor of Ella's book release (THE MAP THAT LED TO YOU), Ella has some very fun history on sea dragons, both real and fictional! Then, Alexis did some research about nursery rhymes involving animals. Ever wondered why those mice were blind? Find out! We also have a Ready Pet Go from Melissa and Merlin as well as some updates on our Redwall reading plan!Send us YOUR pet stories (Ready, Pet, Go!) at comfortcreatures@maximumfun.org and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Follow us @comfortcreaturespodcast on Instagram! Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg...
2024-04-1839 minComfort Creatures86: Lucy Rose and FiggyLucy Rose is a fantastic writer, but more importatly she has a cat named Figgy! We learn abour Figgy's wild former life, her very particular favorite movie, and her rat hunting skills (spoiler: she's terrified of them). Ella and Alexis also have some updates about their pets, plus ELLA'S NEW BOOK IS OUT! THE MAP THAT LED TO YOU is available wherever you get your books! Follow Lucy @lucyrosecreatesSend us YOUR pet stories (Ready, Pet, Go!) at comfortcreatures@maximumfun.org and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Follow us @comfortcreaturespodcast on Instagram! Join us o...
2024-04-1159 minComfort Creatures85: Fish Doorbells and Snow Leopard NewsThis week Ella has some exciting Snow Leopard news and Alexis discovers the greatest community effort possibly of all time: The Fishdoorbell (De Visdeurbel)! Plus, Ella has some cat DRAMA outside her window and Alexis struggles with Crumb's ear infection and Cricket's feelings. We also have a great Ready Pet Go from Katie!When we recorded this we did not yet know the results of the Max Fun Drive, however we now know that we have reached ALL of our goals! Thank you everyone we are so excited and will update you more next week!Also to...
2024-04-0432 min
Comfort Creatures84: Austin Taylor, Brenda Snell, and MaxFun DriveIt's week two of MaxFun Drive and we've got a full house this week! We are joined by Austin Taylor and Brenda Snell of Secret Histories of Nerd Mysteries, and we've solved the biggest secret of all: They both have fantastic pets. Austin tells us all about the dramatic dynamics of pets Opal, Kat, and Karol. And Brenda discusses Angel the cat as well as the secrets to having your pets live a long time!THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT SO FAR! We've already reached our first two goals! The MaxFun drive is the exciting time of...
2024-03-281h 06
Go Fact YourselfEp. 146.5 - Clint McElroy & Ella McLeod BoCo Preview! (#McsFunDrive)Just say yes to a preview of the members-exclusive BoCo from Go Fact Yourself!In the full episode…Guests:Clint McElroy is a former radio broadcaster and the father of the McElroy podcast siblings Justin, Travis, and Griffin. Clint is one of the voices behind “The Adventure Zone” podcast where he plays Dungeons and Dragons along with his sons. Clint will tell us what it’s like turning podcasting into a family business and what it’s like to turn an audio show into a graphic novel. Ella McLeod is one of the host...
2024-03-2716 min
Comfort Creatures83: Drea Clark, Acting Animals, and MaxFun DriveHAPPY MAX FUN DRIVE! To honor this exciting week we're joined by Drea Clark from Maximum Film! We learn about her current cats, chat the funniest cat names, and some of our favorite animal performances in films! THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT SO FAR! The MaxFun drive is the exciting time of the year where we rally for your support to keep our podcast going! Support artists and get some great gifts! Plus, we've also got some great milestone rewards we are very excited about! To become a member head to maximumfun.org/join today! GO...
2024-03-211h 22Comfort CreaturesBlair Preston, The Human Zoo (Teaser)Hear the full episode by becoming a member! Go to maximumfun.org/join to join! You will get this bonus episode plus all of the other BoCo from past years. Plus, cool gifts and the bragging rights to say you contribute to the art you love! Thank you! You make this show possible!maximumfun.org/join
2024-03-1902 minComfort CreaturesGo Fact Yourself #MaxFunDrive Kick-off Spectacular featuring Alonso Duralde, Drea Clark, Alexis B. Preston, and Ben HarrisonThis special network wide event is a celebration of the MaxFunDrive! If you’d like to support podcasts you love for just $5 a month and get bonus gifts in the process, go to maximumfun.org/join. We’re kicking off the most exciting time of the year for the MaxFun Network with a trivia game show featuring hosts from tons of great podcasts.J. Keith van Straaten and Helen Hong from “Go Fact Yourself” are joined by:Alonso Duralde & Drea Clark - “Maximum Film!” Alexis B. Preston - “Comfort Creatures” Ben Harrison - “G...
2024-03-1815 minComfort Creatures82: Angler Fish and Pisces MythsIt's Ella's birthday! What better way to celebrate than to talk about greek mythology surrounding Pisces! We also discuss some fun fish facts and the Angler fish and learn why they are the ultimate girlboss. Happy birthday Ella! We'll see you next week for the MAX FUN DRIVE!Send us YOUR pet stories (Ready, Pet, Go!) at comfortcreatures@maximumfun.org and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Follow us @comfortcreaturespodcast on Instagram! Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/jTdQZAT2ZU
2024-03-1436 minComfort Creatures80: Rescue Rats and Lucky HorsesThis week Ella and Alexis chat lucky escapes and rodents performing daring feats of rescue! Also, some hot analysis of smart grumpy pups and happy bimbos, and a Guinness world record scandal! Plus, we have a Ready Pet Go from Ginger and Chonk. Send us YOUR pet stories (Ready, Pet, Go!) at comfortcreatures@maximumfun.org and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Follow us @comfortcreaturespodcast on Instagram! Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/jTdQZAT2ZU
2024-02-2939 minComfort Creatures79: Cynthia Murphy and LoliBest-selling YA thriller author Cynthia Murphy joins us this week to chat all about the marvel that is her pup Loli. We chat happy buses, snobby dogs and cat reincarnation.Send us YOUR pet stories (Ready, Pet, Go!) at comfortcreatures@maximumfun.org and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Follow us @comfortcreaturespodcast on Instagram! Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/jTdQZAT2ZU
2024-02-2253 minComfort Creatures78: News Pet-CastWelcome to the something O'clock news, coming to you not at all live at no specific time from two separate continents! Tonight, with Ella and Alexis; Dogs now have ferries on cabins and Pigeons are NOT spies. This is a very serious news podcast now, ok everyone? Plus, we have a Ready Pet Go from Pear Tree and a cute little Valentine's Day history. Send us YOUR pet stories (Ready, Pet, Go!) at comfortcreatures@maximumfun.org and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Follow us @comfortcreaturespodcast on Instagram! Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/P5Qj...
2024-02-1536 minComfort Creatures77: John-Luke Roberts and the Price of a BaguetteJohn-Luke Roberts, host of new Max Fun podcast soundheap joins us to chat about his childhood pets (a veritable menagerie!), the pigeons that he was once visited by, and our new campaign to have turtles as Kings!Send us YOUR pet stories (Ready, Pet, Go!) at comfortcreatures@maximumfun.org and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Follow us @comfortcreaturespodcast on Instagram! Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/P5QjFtx8
2024-02-0854 minComfort Creatures76: Groundhog DayEvery year on February 2nd we celebrate Groundhog Day! And by "we" it turns out that's only in the US and Canada. Alexis fills in Ella on this wacky holiday and does some digging into its origins. Ella reads up about groundhogs themselves and both hosts agree they have no interest in "Groundhog Punch"!Send us YOUR pet stories (Ready, Pet, Go!) at comfortcreatures@maximumfun.org and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Follow us @comfortcreaturespodcast on Instagram! Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/P5QjFtx8
2024-02-0143 minComfort Creatures75: Brooke Hartnett with Frank, Beans, and FerretsThis week Ella and Alexis are joined by Comedian Cat-Mum and master website designer, Brooke Harnett. They discuss her cats Frank and Beans, her childhood ferrets and whether the 'girl cat/boy cat' tik tok binary holds up. We also discuss human food for pets, specifically: Why does Garfield love Lasagna? Tell us YOUR pets preferances! Does your dog seem like a dorito guy? Maybe your cat has caviar energy? Let us know!Follow Brooke @bork_hortnett on instagram!Send us YOUR pet stories (Ready, Pet, Go!) at comfortcreatures@maximumfun.org and don't forget to rate...
2024-01-251h 05Comfort Creatures73: Jeremy Bent and NessieThis week Ella and Alexis are joined by the host of the new Max Fun podcast Eurovangelist! Jeremy Bent talks all about his amazing German Shepherd Nessie, being a dog nurse and Eurovision! Also chats about wild horses, wild donkeys and some questionable Shrek impressions! Be sure to check out Jeremy's new show EUROVANGELISTS here on Maximum Fun!Send us YOUR pet stories (Ready, Pet, Go!) at comfortcreatures@maximumfun.org and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Follow us @comfortcreaturespodcast on Instagram! Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/P5QjFtx8
2024-01-111h 03Comfort Creatures72: New Years Round Up of 2023As our first FULL year as a podcast comes to a close, Ella and Alexis reflect on some of the top animal stories from the year. Remember the bus that picked up all the dogs? What about the longest Python ever recorded? Did you keep up with Neil the Seal? We're here to reminisce and learn about all the fun events of the year! We also discuss New Year's Resolutions and have a beautiful Ready Pet Go from Laura and Samantha P!Send us YOUR pet stories (Ready, Pet, Go!) at comfortcreatures@maximumfun.org and don't forget...
2024-01-0438 minComfort Creatures70: The Best and Worst Pet Gifts of 2023It is officially winter and the holiday season is in full swing at Comfort Creatures HQ. This week, while the pets curl up under the covers, Ella and Alexis are complaining about a gift list for pets clearly written by Cruella DeVil! We also share some tips for Holiday gift ideas, familiar names, and a great Ready Pet Go from Audra!Send us YOUR pet stories (Ready, Pet, Go!) at comfortcreatures@maximumfun.org and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Follow us @comfortcreaturespodcast on Instagram! Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/P5QjFtx8
2023-12-1448 minComfort Creatures67: Pet Costumes with Renee ColvertThat's right folks, we had to bring out the big guns for this one! Renee Colvert is BACK to give us some much needed Tugboat updates and help us decide the winner of the pet costume contest! has Tugboat left behind the city of stars to be a full blown mountain dog? Were we actually able to pick a winner? There's only one way to find out and it's by listening to this episode!Send us YOUR pet stories (Ready, Pet, Go!) at comfortcreatures@maximumfun.org and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Follow us @comfortcreaturespodcast...
2023-11-2356 minComfort Creatures65: Aine Feeney and Pet FavouritismDo you have a favorite (favourite) pet or does the very thought of trying to pick send shivers down your spine? Our guest today is Aine Feeney and she has some STRONG opinions on her two cats Bloom and Fauns. Bloom is her ride or die and Fauns? He's alright. Plus, Alexis is dog-sitting this week and it's Bonfire Night in London!Send us YOUR pet stories (Ready, Pet, Go!) at comfortcreatures@maximumfun.org and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Follow us @comfortcreaturespodcast on Instagram! Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/P5QjFtx8
2023-11-0954 minComfort Creatures64: Deer, Doe, and Dogs Playing PokerThis week we discuss deer and dogs playing poker! Ella visited Richmond Deer park and bumped into the London Chihuaha group. Alexis gives an art history lesson on the Dogs Playing Poker painting. Plus, we have a Ready Pet Go from Jaz and Mori!SEND US YOUR PETS IN HALLOWEEN COSTUMES! Send us your Ready Pet Gos! at comfortcreatures@maximumfun.org and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Follow us @comfortcreaturespodcast on Instagram! Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/P5QjFtx8
2023-11-0243 minComfort Creatures63: Vampire Squid and Sea SerpentsHappy Halloween Comfies! This week we're staying on spooky season themeing but have returned to our scheduled wholesome programming; Vampire Squids are just Spongebob characters in costume and Sea Serpents actually exist! We're serious. They're noodly dudes with psychic powers. Tune in if you don't believe us! We hope you've all eat a ton of confectionary, dressed your pets ingeniously and are getting ready to howl at the Hunter's moon!Send us YOUR pet costumes to comfortcreatures@maximumfun.org !!
2023-10-2631 minComfort Creatures62: Very Discomforting CreaturesTRIGGER WARNING: SOME BIG TIME PHOBIAS. Trypophobia and Bed Bugs (ICK) This week, in the run up to halloween, we deal with some legitimately discomforting creatures. Given that on this podcast spooky critters are cute, it didn't feel appropriately halloween-y to chat about your bats, rats and cats... for these are friends of the pod. Instead we talk about the Parisian Bed Bug infestation, the horror of goblin sharks and generally give ourselves the creeps. ENJOY THE GOOSEBUMPS! (If you'd like to skip the discussion, we start talking about the Goblin shark at 26:25)Send us Y...
2023-10-1249 minComfort Creatures61: Animals Being... and more from DragonsThis week Ella discusses the latest internet rabbit hole she's fallen down and asks Alexis very important dragon question (send us in your answers too! Email, Insta, Discord, the usual!). We also have some Herphomes chat, an animal rights update and a Jumbotron! Cozy season is on the horizon friends...Send us YOUR pet stories (Ready, Pet, Go!) at comfortcreatures@maximumfun.org and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Follow us @comfortcreaturespodcast on Instagram! Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/P5QjFtx8
2023-10-0547 minComfort Creatures60: Quokkas, The Happiest MarsupialQUOKKAS ARE THE CUTEST ANIMALS IN THE WORLD. That's it. That's the episode. Plus some science, some history and a Ready Pet Go from Emily and Gus! (But really it's just a chat about how CUTE these smiley dudes are!)Send us YOUR pet stories (Ready, Pet, Go!) at comfortcreatures@maximumfun.org and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Follow us @comfortcreaturespodcast on Instagram! Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/P5QjFtx8
2023-09-2836 minComfort Creatures57: Mya-Rose Craig AKA Bird GirlThis week we're joined by the Ornithologist, Bird Ringer and wildly successful Mya-Rose Craig aka BirdgirlUK. Mya-Rose was awarded an honorary doctorate by the University of Bristol at just 17 for her work in conservation and has seen over half of the worlds birds. She has travelled widely, written books (PLURAL) and is a fountain of knowledge on all things winged and feathered. Tune in to hear Ella and Alexis chat big birds, brown birds, and fan girl a little bit!Send us YOUR pet stories (Ready, Pet, Go!) at comfortcreatures@maximumfun.org and don't forget to rate...
2023-09-071h 06Comfort Creatures56: Animals and Love and Animals IN LoveElla found the perfect wedding venue (complete with a CURSED lake!) and so begins the age old question: Should I bring goats to my wedding? This week Ella has found some fun ways that people have integrated animals into their wedding and some updates on all the fun animals she saw in Ireland. Alexis has found a variety of animals that mate for life and the different ways they form and keep their bonds within their fellow animal community. Plus, we have an absolutely delightful Ready Pet Go from Colleen and Kilo! Send us YOUR p...
2023-08-3147 minComfort Creatures54: Wojtek the War Bear and Wish List PetsListen, we want to be very clear that we do not condone war NOR the use of animals in it! However, sometimes you remember that there was a bear named Wojtek in World War II who was an ACTUAL enlisted soldier and you have to tell the story. We also discuss the pets we WISH we could have if they were actual options. Would you have a pet beer drinking bear? We might! Plus, we have a fabulous Ready Pet Go from Emi and Piper! Also don't forget to listen to the BBC podcast Witch to hear the f...
2023-08-1732 minComfort Creatures53: Alice Hope and Science StorIT'S OFFICIAL! Comfort Creatures is a WHOLE YEAR old! Thank you to everyone for an incredible first year! To celebrate our podcast anniversary/birthday we are joined by the wonderful, Alice Hope. Alice may not have a pet of her own but she is well on her way to being the next David Attenborough! Alice is a Science Communicator and Storyteller and she has an incredible ability to take complicated science ideas and make them digestible and relatable for everyone. Plus, she is loaded with fascinating animal trivia! Don't forget to follow Alice on TikTok @Roseinajar f...
2023-08-101h 21Comfort Creatures52: Clouded Leopards and Pet Pee WoesJust when Ella thought it was safe, Percy is back in the kitchen and ruining baking dishes! Meanwhile, Cricket is working on his own pee issues and wearing his BIG BOY Belly bands! And while that might seem like a whole episode in itself, the fun continues and Alexis and Ella do a deep dive into Clouded Leopards. Did you know they are their own type of cat NOT just a type of Leopard?! Plus, we have some fun Leopard folklore and a great llama update from Ashley and an adorable Chinese Crested update from Katrina!Send...
2023-08-0342 minComfort Creatures51: Discomfort CreaturesNOT ALL CREATURES ARE COMFORTING. There. We said it. Ella's not a fan of pigeons and even Alexis, who is basically a cooler, edgier Snow White, has a few creepy crawlies/scary scuttlers that she's not a fan of. This week we discuss what it is that makes a creature not quite as comforting and try to overcome the ick. What creatures could you perhaps do without? Write in and let us know! Send us YOUR pet stories (Ready, Pet, Go!) at comfortcreatures@maximumfun.org and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Follow us @c...
2023-07-2738 minComfort Creatures50: Gilli Nissim, Wilma, and MangoThis week Ella and Alexis are joined by the joy that is Gilli Nissim, writer, comedian and dog-mum to WILMA! One thing we know about CC guests- they're gonna name their pets well! We chat about Gilli's childhood dogs, the validation that comes from being the only one an animal likes and whether dogs really do help you on the pull (is that a very british phrase? What's the US equivalent?)Send us YOUR pet stories (Ready, Pet, Go!) at comfortcreatures@maximumfun.org and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Plus, follow us on social media...
2023-07-201h 20Comfort Creatures48: The Return of Scottish WildcatsBREAKING NEWS: A top secret group of incredible animal advocates in full camouflage have snuck past the people of Scotland like James Bond and reintroduced some ADORABLE wildcats back into nature! Or that's the way we like to picture it, anyway. Ella gives us the full report this week! Plus, Crumb is having a rough week and Cricket is handling it the grossest way possible, We do a brief introduction to the most famous Mountain Lion in Hollywood, and we have a CAPTIVATING Ready Pet Go from Peter and Wally.Send us YOUR pet stories (Ready, Pet...
2023-07-0630 minComfort Creatures47: Dr Bolu and Cat TailsThis week Ella and Alexis are joined by London based celebrity vet Dr Bolu Eso. Dr Bolu trained in Budapest, treated Jaguars in the jungle and loves bichon frise. He shares some insights into his day to day life as a vet, reveals what he wishes people knew about cats and deep dives into other big topics such as burn out and being a person of colour in the animal welfare world. We get serious and silly and we think you're going LOVE it- Dr B is a legend and we are big fans. Also he may have the...
2023-06-291h 13Comfort Creatures46: World's Ugliest Dogs and Talking BatsWe all know all dogs are gorgeous but did you know there's a holiday to celebrate some of the MOST uniquely gorgeous dogs in the world? Every year on June 23rd is Ugliest Dog Day based on the Ugliest Dog Contest that started in California in 1970s. This week, Alexis and Ella review an article that attempts to list the ugliest dog breeds and goes through some of the past conest winners of the festival. Plus, we have some Dr. Doolittle-esque talking bat science and a Ready Pet Go from Rowan and Bella!If you'd like to...
2023-06-2242 minComfort Creatures45: Mermaid Mythology and Dog PeopleThis week, Ella and Alexis take a dive (get it?) into the folklore behind mermaids and dog-people. Of course, by dog-people we mean half-human-half-dogs like the Lupari in Doctor Who, not just people that LIKE dogs. Plus, Ella gives us an animal update on her trip to the Scottish Highlands and we have a modified Ready Pet Go from Erin about her London fox sightings!Also an update since recording: Alexis has learned that there ARE occasionally foxes in NYC!Send us YOUR pet stories (Ready, Pet, Go!) at comfortcreatures@maximumfun.org and don't forget to...
2023-06-1551 minComfort Creatures44: Hayley Marie Norman and Hot Cat LadiesElla and Alexis have learned the fastest way to make a friend is to ask about their pets, and the SECOND fastest way is to share a love for unusual dreams. Well, this week we got BOTH! Hayley Marie Norman is an actor, writer, podcast host, and most importantly fellow animal lover. We rant about the wrongful stereotypes of cat ladies, learn about rare goat-milk for jaguars, and of course learn all about Hayley's FOUR pets! When you're done listening, don't forget to check out Hayley's new podcast - Datemare with Hayley Marie Norman!Send us YOUR...
2023-06-081h 06Comfort Creatures42: Ele Woods and Excellent Pet NamesEle Woods is a comedian, actress, cat-mum, Great Dane Aunt and woodland nymph. We adore her! She chats to us today about mythological naming conventions, hybridising our animal selves and many many (tragic) mice! Plus, we have in-depth discussion on the French-ness of Basset Hounds and some next level pet names! Send us YOUR pet stories (Ready, Pet, Go!) at comfortcreatures@maximumfun.org and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Plus, follow us on social media: @Ccreaturespod on Twitter and @comfortcreaturespodcast on Instagram! Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/P5QjFtx8
2023-05-251h 06Comfort Creatures41: Royal Pets and the Perks of FartsLast week in London Bluebell and Beth officially became Queens of England- at least that's our version of events. In honour of the Jack Russell's coronation, we take a look at some hilarious and historic royal pets, from highly decorated horses to nameless but nonetheless loved chameleons. Plus a Ready Pet Go from Lydia, Padre and Snuggles!Send us YOUR pet stories (Ready, Pet, Go!) at comfortcreatures@maximumfun.org and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Plus, follow us on social media: @Ccreaturespod on Twitter and @comfortcreaturespodcast on Instagram! Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg...
2023-05-1855 minComfort Creatures37: Bat Appreciation DayHow many types of bats do you think there are? Would you believe there are over A THOUSAND? Well there are! April 17th is Bat Appreciation Day and in this episode we do our best to appreciate them! Alexis and Ella learn all about bats, their life cycle, their link to vampires, and we even find some fun bat folklore. Plus, we have a SIAMESE Ready, Pet, Go from Emily and we both have some cute pets to report!Send us YOUR pet stories (Ready, Pet, Go!) at comfortcreatures@maximumfun.org and don't forget to rate, review...
2023-04-2049 minComfort Creatures36: Juno Kelly and DustyJuno Kelly is a writer, journalist and fabulously dressed West-Londoner, as well as being one of Ella's ultimate besties! She's on the show for chats about monochrome pets, badly behaved dogs and why our creatures are basically our babies. Ella is forced to accept that she may not be a bengal cat after all and Alexis learns that mussels love porridge oats? All of this and more this week on Comfort Creatures!Send us YOUR pet stories (Ready, Pet, Go!) at comfortcreatures@maximumfun.org and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Plus, follow us on social...
2023-04-1352 minComfort Creatures35: Siamese Cats and Stinky DogsHappy National Siamese Cat Day! I'm sure you're busy celebrating the holiday, but we wanted to make sure you had the perfect companion podcast for the day! This week, Alexis does a deep dive into siamese cats, their history, and even some of their fun lore! Are they magic? Most likely! Plus, we have a fantastic Ready, Pet, Go from Lene and we complain about doing laundry for maybe too long! You be the judge! THANK YOU again to everyone who participated in the MaxFun Drive! We'll be getting you some juicy BoCo soon! Send u...
2023-04-0634 minComfort Creatures34: Emily Heller, Monarch Butterflies, and MaxFun Drive!HAPPY MAX FUN DRIVE! If you don't know, Max Fun Drive is the best time of the year to become a member of Maximum Fun! It's the best way to support the shows that you love and there are some AWESOME gifts for members this year! Head to maximumfun.org/join today! We also have some really fun bonus content planned if we reach our goals this year! Tune in to hear all about them! This week, we're joined by another Maximum Fun host, Emily Heller! Emily is the co-host of Baby Geniuses, Dog Mum to Alan (top marks...
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The JV Club with Janet VarneyElla McLeodThis episode is part of the #MaxFunDrive! To directly help this show for as little as $5 a month, you can join, upgrade or boost your membership just by visiting maximumfun.org/join. There’s TONS of bonus content, gifts and MORE! It’s the final week of Max Fun Drive and we’re celebrating with the divine Ella McLeod ("Comfort Creatures" pod!)! Ella was born and lives in London, and this is one of our favorite convos about “where we come from” and “who we are” and “how we reconcile conflicting realities” of all time! She’s the perfect gues...
2023-03-301h 34Comfort Creatures33: Pandas, Frying Pans, and MaxFun Drive!HAPPY MAX FUN DRIVE! If you don't know, Max Fun Drive is the best time of the year to become a member of Maximum Fun and support Comfort Creatures! Plus, there are some AWESOME gifts for members this year! Head to maximumfun.org/join today! We also have some really fun bonus content planned if we reach our goals this year! Tune in to hear all about them! This week, Persephone has upped the game for all cats in terms of rude places to pee and Crumb's getting carried up the stairs! Plus, Ella tells us ALL about PANDAS...
2023-03-2343 minComfort Creatures32: Jacqui Rose with Horses, Sphynx Cats, and More!Jacqui Rose, J.P. Rose or just Jac is a horse girl, dog and cat parent and one of us in every way it is possible to be one of us. The best-selling author joins us this week to talk about her horsey history, her cockatoo called Barry and why she thinks animals are so special. This is a real gem of an episode, so switch off the hoover (guest who wrote this), make a cuppa in your CC mug, and enjoy!Send us YOUR pet stories (Ready, Pet, Go!) at comfortcreatures@maximumfun.org and don't forget...
2023-03-161h 10Comfort Creatures31: Sloths!Sloths! Giant ones, two toes ones, three toes ones, swimming ones, sleeping ones, smiling ones- this week we have the LOT. Alexis plays professor this week and teaches Ella all about these fasciating creatures. If you fancy a hit of happy hormones, just go look up sloths doing stuff. Seriously, take a self-care sloth moment. You deserve it. Ella also reads a fantastic Ready Pet Go from Erin, Poppy and Pepper.Send us YOUR pet stories (Ready, Pet, Go!) at comfortcreatures@maximumfun.org and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Plus, follow us on social media...
2023-03-0944 minComfort Creatures30: Lets Learn Everything About Pets with Ella, Tom, & CarolineSnakes! Mice! Cats! Robots! FanFic! Frogs! This episode has something for everyone! We're joined by the delightful hosts of Let's Learn Everything: Ella Hubber, Tom Lum, and Caroline Roper! We've got a harrowing story of mice and snakes with a twist ending, a thorough discussion of cat bells, and even a blossoming pet lover. Don't forget to check out Let's Learn Everything here on MaxFun to find out if Elephants are right-handed and SO much more!Send us YOUR pet stories (Ready, Pet, Go!) at comfortcreatures@maximumfun.org and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Plus...
2023-03-021h 05Comfort Creatures27: The Chinese Zodiac StoryHappy Year of the Rabbit! As a belated homage to the Lunar New Year we're looking at the animals of the Chinese Zodiac and telling the story of the great race that decided them. We also have a lovely bittersweet cat-related Ready Pet Go from Anne and pet updates, including Cricket's new found love of apricating!Send us YOUR pet stories (Ready, Pet, Go!) at comfortcreatures@maximumfun.org and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Plus, follow us on social media: @Ccreaturespod on Twitter and @comfortcreaturespodcast on Instagram! Join us on Discord!
2023-02-0931 minComfort Creatures26: Harry Chaskin, Ziggy, Ernie, and BooHarry Chaskin is an incredible director, animator, and writer but don't worry that's not why he's here! Harry tells us all about his two dogs, Ziggy and Ernie, and his cat Boo! We get to hear each of their origin stories as well as the fun dynamics between the three of them. Plus, Percy is upset at Ella's busy writing schedule, worry our neighbors fear for our mental health, and Cricket and Crumb finally get to meet Turbo! You can watch Harry's film STEEL CUT OATS at harrychaskin.com!Send us YOUR pet stories (Ready, Pet, Go...
2023-02-0251 minComfort Creatures25: Upwardly Mobile FelinesThis week Ella and Alexis discuss the SHOCKINGLY good new Puss in Boots movie (don't worry, no spoilers!) as well as the original tale of the adventurous Puss! We also get detailed about the complicated relationship we have with litterboxes, learn a new word for a rabbit, and we have a GREAT Ready, Pet, Go from Stephanie! Tune in!Send us YOUR pet stories (Ready, Pet, Go!) at comfortcreatures@maximumfun.org and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Plus, follow us on social media: @Ccreaturespod on Twitter and @comfortcreaturespodcast on Instagram! Join us on Discord: https...
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One Bad MotherEpisode 487: Someday My Prince Will Come But I'll Be Out, with Ella McLeodRapunzel, Rapunzel, let down your hair! We're taking down the patriarchy! Ella McLeod returns to talk black hair in fairy tales, rejecting the monarchy, and turning the mundane into magic. Plus, Biz has a birthday!Get your copy of Ella McLeod's book, Rapunzella, Or Don't Touch My Hair, wherever books are sold. Listen to Ella's podcast with Alexis B. Preston, Comfort Creatures, wherever fine pods are cast. Follow Ella on Twitter @McLeod_Mouth and on Instagram @mcleodmouth.Thank you to all our listeners who support the show as monthly members of MaximumFun.org....
2023-01-191h 01Comfort Creatures24: Susie Shircliff, Benson, and 123 FostersTHEY'RE HAPPY TEARS WE PROMISE. This week we have so many heartwarming foster pup stories that you absolutely shouldn't listen while driving, its an audio delight and a visual obstruction! Susie Shircliff joins us to discuss her 123* foster puppies including her keeper, Benson. So much comfort and so many creatures. *Note: after we recorded this episode Susie got another foster so the count is now 124!!Check out rescue groups susie works with: Pawsfurhope and Ozzie&Friends!Send us YOUR pet stories (Ready, Pet, Go!) at comfortcreatures@maximumfun.org and don't forget to rate, r...
2023-01-1959 minComfort Creatures23: Rosie Talbot, Narnia Deer, and Excellent CatsRosie Talbot is the author of Sixteen Souls as well as being a big deal on booktok… but you know the drill, we comfort creatures crew just don't really care about that. We're far more interested in hearing about her sensational cat names, the badgers in her garden and magical white Narnia deer of the British countryside. If you like cottage core, ghost pets and wonderful writer women with modern Disney princess energy then you'll love Rosie as much as we do! Also very small warning we do say "Sh*t" a few times, but we had to leave it...
2023-01-1257 minOne Bad MotherEpisode 485: What Walks On All Fours, Is Covered In Hair, and Pees On Your Floor? with Alexis B. Preston and Ella McLeodYou know who never judges you for accidentally stealing the milk? Dogs. Cats. Dragons. Alexis B. Preston and Ella McLeod of the new Max Fun podcast, Comfort Creatures, joins Biz to discuss the satisfaction of the company of animals, both real and fictional. Plus, Biz rests.Listen to Comfort Creatures on Maximum Fun or wherever fine pods are cast. Follow Alexis B. Preston and Ella McLeod on Twitter @alexisbprestion and @McLeod_Mouth and on Instagram @exits.exe and @mcleodmouth.Thank you to all our listeners who support the show as monthly members of MaximumFun.org.
2023-01-0554 minComfort Creatures22: Kat Delacorte and Yoongi the CatHappy New Year cosy comfy gang! We're off to a flying start, not least because we have a homonym happening here and you know we love wordly play. This week we chat to KAT about her CAT! Ah, yes, wordy perfection! Kat Delacorte is a YA writer, Ella's agent-sibling and cat-mum to Yoongi. She's a Venice dwelling New York Native and her debut novel With Fire In Their Blood is out now for your reading pleasure. If you like bisexual chaos, gothic Italian magic mafia and Cats that are crucial to the plot, you should definitely go read it...
2023-01-0547 minComfort Creatures21: Alexis + Ella Talk Pets and The New YearHAPPY NEW YEAR! This week we're discussing our pet's resolutions, our mixed feelings about New Years as a holiday, and we have a fantastic listener story about CHICKENS! We hope you have a great day no matter what you do on this strange holiday! THANK YOU for listening and making this an incredible first year for Comfort Creatures!Send us YOUR pet stories (Ready, Pet, Go!) at comfortcreatures@maximumfun.org and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Plus, follow us on social media: @Ccreaturespod on Twitter and @comfortcreaturespodcast on Instagram! Grab yourself a cozy mug or...
2022-12-2943 minComfort Creatures20: Ella + Alexis's 12 Days of Pet-masGOD REST YE MERRY GENTLE PETS and other festive things! It's Christmas Eve's eve's eve and we are talking reindeer, six white boomers and generally cramming in as many yule-yide animal related traditions and customs as is humanly possible in under 40 minutes. Tune in to hear a cosy christmas catch up, plans for pet presents and Ella and Alexis taking on the very important task of correcting the 12 days of Christmas song. Happy Holidays, however you're celebrating!Send us YOUR pet stories (Ready, Pet, Go!) at comfortcreatures@maximumfun.org and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe...
2022-12-2256 minComfort Creatures19: Jules Howard, Ozzy, and Being a ZoologistWe all had a phase where we said we'd be zoologist, but our guest today ACTUALLY followed through. Jules Howard is a real life zoologist and the author of Wonderdog: The Science of Dogs and Their Unique Friendship with Humans! We chat about Jules' dog Ozzy, learn about the original Frog Hotline, and discuss the very special relationship between dogs and humans! Plus, we discuss the alternate reality we all dream of: one where humans evolved to have whiskers. Tune in!We've got MERCH: check it out at maxfunstore.com/collections/comfort-creaturesSend us YOUR...
2022-12-1558 minComfort Creatures17: Ella + Alexis Talk Convergent EvolutionWhat do Fossas, big cats and lemurs have in common? Everything and Nothing! The answer to this riddle lies in today's episode, where Ella and Alexis do an excellent impression of scientist-type-people and deep dive into the weird and wonderful world of convergent evolution. How are critters that look so similar, actually so different? Tune in to get nerdy! Plus, a Ready Pet Go, and more! Don't forget to join our discord here: and to buy our merch (REAL LIFE MERCH, SO EXCITING) here: maxfunstore.org!Send us YOUR pet stories (Ready, Pet, Go!) at comfortcreatures@maximumfun...
2022-12-0143 minComfort Creatures15: Steven Ray Morris and Penny LaneSteven Ray Morris, host of the purr-cast, the moustache behind my favourite murder and certified podcasting Big Deal, joins Ella and Alexis to chat all things Penny Lane, Okapi and Dinosaur. Tune in now to hear Ella do an impression of someone trying hard not to fan girl and to hear Alexis get real technical about long necked under water dudes.Join us on Discord: Comfort Creatures PodcastSend us YOUR pet stories (Ready, Pet, Go!) at comfortcreatures@maximumfun.org and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Plus, follow us on social media: @Ccreaturespod...
2022-11-1754 minComfort Creatures14: Katelyn Hempstead and Cat FosteringIf you're searching for something cozy to listen to, this is a great week for you! Katelyn Hempstead (The Monster Line) joins us this week and we learn about her Opera-singer-named childhood cats, her experience cat fostering, and her hopes for a cat of her own someday. Plus, a very adorable "What pet would you be?" discussion, bird aunts, and teen angst!Join our NEW Discord Server: Comfort Creatures PodcastSend us YOUR pet stories (Ready, Pet, Go!) at comfortcreatures@maximumfun.org and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Plus, follow us on social...
2022-11-1057 minComfort Creatures13: Hannah Love and PekkalaThis week we're back in our fantasy bag and deep diving into daemons with publishing publicist and podcast host Hannah Love! She is 1/4 of the Down The Rabbit Hole podcast and is probably the reason you've heard of Ella's novel. We discuss her cat Pekkala, Phillip Pullman's His Dark Materials and all the hilarious ways in which cats let you know that they're very unimpressed with you. Send us YOUR pet stories (Ready, Pet, Go!) at comfortcreatures@maximumfun.org and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Plus, follow us on social media: @Ccreaturespod on Twitter and @c...
2022-11-0359 minComfort Creatures12: Alexis + Ella Talk Traveling (and Meeting!)Listeners, it happened. After much anticipation, Ella and Alexis met in real life! In this episode we discuss our respective trips and the creatures we saw on them, from mule mating practices to the mystical nature of the urban fox. We also have an excellent Ready Pet Go from Kyleigh about her many, many splendid pets!Send us YOUR pet stories (Ready, Pet, Go!) at comfortcreatures@maximumfun.org and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Plus, follow us on social media: @Ccreaturespod on Twitter and @comfortcreaturespodcast on Instagram!
2022-10-2743 minComfort Creatures11: Ellen Weatherford, Puppy, and AckeeIf you're looking for fun animal facts and great pet stories, this episode is JAM PACKED! We are joined by Ellen Weatherfod (Just the Zoo of Us) where we get to learn about her old beagle Puppy and her cat Ackee. Plus, we also chat about being a pet-less animal loving child, the incredible animals in Florida, and learn about some FASCINATING birds! Get cozy and tune in!Send us YOUR pet stories (Ready, Pet, Go!) at comfortcreatures@maximumfun.org and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Plus, follow us on social media: @Ccreaturespod on Twitter...
2022-10-201h 15Comfort Creatures10: Alexis + Ella Talk BirdsWhat do Jimi Hendrix, the production of The African Queen (1951) and Simpson's Nursery in east Pasadena have in common? Find out in this weeks episode as Alexis and Ella talk birds! Out of place exotics, birds with mythic status and even birds we're (Ella) not so fond of. So fly on over, settle in your nest or take up a roost if you're so ornithologically inclined!Send us YOUR pet stories (Ready, Pet, Go!) at comfortcreatures@maximumfun.org and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Plus, follow us on social media: @Ccreaturespod on Twitter and @comfortcreaturespodcast...
2022-10-1345 minComfort Creatures05: Alexis + Ella Talk Talking AnimalsThis week we're giving you bread and butter, salt and pepper, ice cream and jelly (is that just a Brit thing?). A classic pairing indeed, it's an Alexis and Ella episode. We have some strong opinions on animals in movies, animated creatures and the internal logic of Stuart Little. Alexis also dons her professors cap and gives an animal art history lesson. It's a very rainy English day as I (Ella) write this but Rosa Bonheur has given me a heightened appreciation for wild muddy countryside, disruptive women and sheep!Send us YOUR pet stories (Ready, Pet...
2022-09-0843 minComfort Creatures04: Hannah McGregor and Marcelle Kosman - Part 2Well here we are again, as promised, back with part 2 of our chat with Hannah and Marcelle. Early on in the Comfort Creatures process we carried out a very scientific, international study of two women under 40 and realized that people who love their pets are 100 times more likely to be fantasy nerds who want to talk about fictional, fantastical animals too. The results were so conclusive that we sourced two experts and this week dive deep on dragons, familiars and shape shifters. Because all creatures bring comfort!Send us YOUR pet stories (Ready, Pet, Go!) at comfortcreatures...
2022-09-0156 minComfort Creatures03: Hannah McGregor and Marcelle Kosman - Part 1We have never been funnier than we are in this episode and so dear, darling listeners, we present to you- part one of two. A two parter after just two episodes I hear you say? Well we are nothing if not bold, daring, podcasting geniuses. And we promise it is entirely necessary as we are joined this week, and next, by the wonderful hosts of Witch, Please, Hannah McGregor and Marcelle Kosman. In this episode you'll hear much cat chat as we deep dive into the lives and lies of Al Purrdy, Pancakes and Faye. Yeah we know, the...
2022-08-2554 minComfort Creatures02: Sofie Hagen and HankSofie Hagen has been a comic favourite for years. From their time as host of The Guilty Feminist to their amazing work as part of the Fat Liberation movement and their hysterical show Generation boy Band, they are a force for light and laughter in our world. Naturally we don't fancy chatting about any of that, or their book Happy Fat, and instead focus entirely on the love and loyalty of their precious pup Hank, because let's face it, he's the real star. *Warning: much poop. much, much poop. Send us YOUR pet stories (Re...
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