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Straight Up Dog TalkEpisode 43: Unleashing Adventure with BioDanesThis episode is sponsored by our partnership with BioDanes!
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Join Em on Straight Up Dog Talk as she sits down with Tayrn, the visionary owner of BioDanes, for a captivating conversation about the wonders of biothane!
Discover how BioDanes combines comfort, style, and customization to create one-of-a-kind products that celebrate each dog's unique body style.
Tayrn shares her expert insights...2024-10-0954 min
Straight Up Dog TalkEpisode 42: Heart-Centered Training with Mark from Rosewood K9This episode is powered by PetMatRx!
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Join Em on Straight Up Dog Talk for a heartwarming conversation with Mark from Rosewood K9, a balanced trainer dedicated to positive and empathetic training methods!
Discover the power of balanced training, the benefits and considerations of board-and-train programs, and the transformative role of kindness in training.
Mark shares his...2024-10-0249 min
Straight Up Dog TalkEpisode 41: Unlocking the Power of Biohacking and Cell-Matrix Delivery with Tannisha from PetMatRxThis episode is powered by PetMatRx!
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Join Em and Tannisha from PetMatRx as they dive into the cutting-edge world of canine wellness!
Discover how biohacking can unlock your dog's hidden potential and how cell-matrix delivery is revolutionizing supplement absorption.
Get ready to learn about the groundbreaking Thrive Pack, the only supplement harnessing this innovative tech to...2024-09-2552 min
Straight Up Dog TalkEpisode 40: Celebrating Life with Senior Rescue PippaJoin Em on a heartwarming episode of Straight Up Dog Talk, as she visits with Kailynn and her beloved senior rescue, Pippa. Despite being diagnosed with cancer, Kailynn was determined to give Pippa the best life possible, creating a bucket list to make up for lost time.
Be inspired by their journey, filled with love, laughter, and adventure. This episode will touch your heart and encourage you to cherish every moment with your furry friend. Let's raise a paw to senior dog rescuers like Kailynn, who shows us that age is just a number and love knows...2024-09-1846 min
Straight Up Dog TalkEpisode 39: Unleashing the Joy of Vizsla Life with Kenzi & Dobby!Get ready for a high-energy episode of Straight Up Dog Talk, as Em, Josh, and Kenzi dive into the wonderful world of Vizslas!
Join Kenzi on her journey from non-dog lover to full-on dog mom, and discover how her dynamic duo with Dobby took the dog influencer world by storm. This lighthearted episode is packed with laughter, love, and a healthy dose of Vizsla enthusiasm!
So, if you're ready to smile, nod your head in agreement, and possibly fall in love with this stunning breed, tune in now!
Follow Kenzi & Dobby on Instagram...2024-09-1144 min
Straight Up Dog TalkEpisode 38: Navigating the Pain of Pet Loss with Beth BiglerLosing a beloved pet can be a devastating experience, yet many of us struggle to express our emotions or find support. On this week's Straight Up Dog Talk, Em sits down with Beth Bigler from Honoring Our Animals, a Pet Loss & Grief Counselor dedicated to validating and guiding those through the grieving process.
Together, they tackle the insensitive comments and misconceptions surrounding pet loss, like "it was just a dog." Beth offers a safe space and valuable resources for those navigating the darkness of grief.
This episode is proudly sponsored by our partnership with PetMatRx...2024-09-0454 min
Straight Up Dog TalkEpisode 37: How Dogs Make Life's Curveballs More ManageableLife can be unpredictable, but one thing's for sure - dogs make it better! This week on Straight Up Dog Talk, Em and Josh chat with Tanya about the joy dogs bring to our lives.
Tanya shares her wonderful experiences at dog parks with her furry sidekick Barney, and how these outings have led to lasting friendships and connections with like-minded pet parents. While dog parks may not be for every dog or owner, it's heartwarming to see how some dogs thrive in these social environments.
Join the conversation and let's celebrate the power of...2024-08-2843 min
Straight Up Dog TalkEpisode 36 - Douglas Green Author of The Teachings of Shirelle: Life Lessons from a Divine KnuckleheadThis week on Straight Up Dog Talk, Em sits down with Douglas Green, author of the heartwarming book "The Teachings of Shirelle: Life Lessons from a Divine Knucklehead". Em fell in love with this book and thinks you will too!
Join Em and Doug as they explore the hilarious and profound life lessons we can learn from our canine companions. From Shirelle's antics to your own dog's quirks, discover how the craziest things they do can teach us the most about life, love, and ourselves.
Tune in for a delightful conversation that will make you...2024-08-2155 min
Straight Up Dog TalkEpisode 35 - Ethical Breeding with Carly, Ruger, Rebel & Spud!This episode is brought to you by our partnership with PetMatRx
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This week on Straight Up Dog Talk, Em and Josh dive into the hotly debated topic of ethical breeding with special guest Carly!
As an ethical breeder, Carly shares her unique perspective on the delicate balance between rescue and responsible breeding practices. She pulls back the curtain...2024-08-1451 min
Straight Up Dog TalkEpisode 34 - Mind Game of the Month with MeganThis episode is brought to you by our partnership with Mind Game of the Month
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This week, Em sits down with Megan, the mastermind behind Mind Game of the Month, an innovative subscription box service that's revolutionizing dog enrichment!
Each month, Megan curates a paw-some package...2024-08-0743 min
Straight Up Dog TalkEpisode 33 - Pack Leader’s Dog Training with AngieA Blast from the Past!
This week on Straight Up Dog Talk...
Em reunites with Angie, Fitz's first trainer and owner of Pack Leaders, a local balanced training business. Join them as they take a walk down memory lane, reminiscing about their journey together and sharing laughs along the way.
But that's not all...
Angie also dives into her expertise, sharing valuable insights and experiences from her years of training dogs. You won't want to miss this informative and entertaining conversation!
Tune in now and enjoy the conversation!
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Straight Up Dog TalkEpisode 32 - Service Dog and Disability Advocacy with Jaime, Echo & EverestThis episode features a paid partnership with PetMatRx
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On this episode of Straight Up Dog Talk, Em and Jaime have a serious conversation about service dogs.
Imagine having a disability that already makes your life difficult. Now imagine needing a service dog who is readily available to assist you with some of your daily needs. Service Dog tasks range in level of d...2024-07-2444 min
Straight Up Dog TalkEpisode 31 - Life in the Desert with Laurel & Rob - Eden, Freya, Athena & ThorThis episode features a paid partnership with PetMatRx
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Have you ever wondered what it’s like to have 4 dogs and live in the middle of the desert?
Laurel and Rob share their stories about working with their 4 dogs (now 5!), being content creators, and how adventures have become routine!
Enjoy this light-hearted episode with a happy family and a dog named Tho...2024-07-1747 min
Straight Up Dog TalkEpisode 30 - Aaron and Sweet GiGiThis episode features a paid partnership with PetMatRx
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On this episode of Straight Up Dog Talk, Em chats with Aaron; “the assistant” and Sweet Gigi about their mission to bring the dog community together in new ways.
The Bully Breed Bunch is breaking down stigmas on dogs’ behavior, training, socializing, and their humans with love, acceptance, and a whole lot of passion!! Join in...2024-07-1048 min
Straight Up Dog TalkEpisode 29 - In Loving Memory of Cajun (10 years after loss) Part 1 of Em’s StoryOn this episode of Straight Up Dog Talk, Josh takes over as Host and guides Em through the first part of her journey with dogs. Em shares stories from her childhood up to adopting Toby. All of these stories are personal and were transformative in one way or another in her journey.
Em shares her journey as a first-time dog owner, her losses, information about her medical disability and so much more. Please feel free to contact her with questions you’d like answered in part 2, coming next year.
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Straight Up Dog TalkEpisode 28 - Accommodating your Life to Fit Your Dogs Needs with Erika, Jax & WyattOn this episode of Straight Up Dog Talk, Em and Josh visit with Erika about her funny dogs Jax and Wyatt. Em intended for this episode to be a fun light-hearted episode about shredding stuffies and swimming dogs, but it quickly took a turn when Erika shared her struggles.
Wyatt struggles with severe separation anxiety and Erika is a shining example of what a dedicated pet guardian should be. She and her husband have created routines and structures that help Wyatt through this difficult issue. This episode will hopefully inspire you to come up with solutions to...2024-06-2650 min
Straight Up Dog TalkEpisode 27 - Mattison and MadisynEpisode #27 - Blind Q&A with an Owner and a Trainer with Madisyn & Mattison
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On this episode of Straight Up Dog Talk, Em and Josh let friend and sister podcast cohost Mattison take over the show! Our guests Maddie and Mattison go over what a client intake process looks like when you work with Mattison and Freed...2024-06-1943 min
Straight Up Dog TalkEpisode 26 - Fat Sam’s For Pets with CherylThis episode is brought to you by a paid Sponsorship with Fat Sam’s for Pets
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On this episode of Straight Up Dog Talk, Em and Josh visit with Cheryl the owner of Fat Sam’s for pets. Cheryl shares the inspiration for her CBD business for humans and pets as well as her journey as a business owner.
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Straight Up Dog TalkEpisode 25 - Rescue, Bully Breeds, & Separation Anxiety with Joel, Abner & CassThis episode is brought to you by a paid Sponsorship with Fat Sam’s for Pets
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On this episode of Straight Up Dog Talk Em and Josh visit with Joel who shares his story of losing their first family dog and moving onto a breed he never thought he would own. While the original plan was to foster, the story q...2024-06-0545 min
Straight Up Dog TalkEpisode 24 - Life with 5 Dogs and Owning a Small Business with Denise, Tulip, Ava, Dilly, Bear & JaxThis episode is sponsored by The Doggy Den
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On this episode of Straight Up Dog Talk, we visit with Denise about living with 5 dogs. Not only is Denise a STELLAR dog...2024-05-2947 min
Straight Up Dog TalkEpisode 23 - Separation Anxiety with Kendra & LukaLiving with a dog that has separation anxiety can be overwhelming without a plan. On this episode of Straight Up Dog Talk, Em and Kendra talk about a variety of options that are available when it comes to helping your dog through separation anxiety.
Kendra speaks about her personal experience and her day-to-day life with her dog Luka. Kendra has implemented steps in her daily routine to help Luka be successful and less anxious when she is at work. Kendra also talks about how being a Nurse helped prepare her for this journey.
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Straight Up Dog TalkEpisode 22 - (NSFW) Idiopathic Aggression/Rage Syndrome and Humane Euthanasia with Lana, Ares & Loki🌈TRIGGER WARNING - This episode contains graphic details and emotions regarding euthanizing a pet due to severe aggression. Both Em and Lana, get very real and very emotional. This is not an episode for children and maybe not one to listen to at work, at least not without headphones.
Being a dog guardian comes with a lot of responsibility and a lot of tough decisions. From start to finish the dog’s life and well-being is in YOUR hands. This includes having to make the very difficult decision to let your pet go when things sta...2024-05-1543 min
Straight Up Dog TalkEpisode 21 - Plants and Dogs with Felicia, Larry & DarylOn this episode of Straight Up Dog Talk, Em’s “planty” friend from Instagram Felicia. Discovering a mutual love for plants and dogs made the pair instant friends! Felicia shares her story about her life with dogs and plants, as well as some more personal stories about being a dog owner. If you want help with your plants or your dogs, Felicia is the person to follow!
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Straight Up Dog TalkEpisode 20 - Life with a Beagle - Veeta & HabbyThis episode features a paid partnership with PetMatRx
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On this episode of Straight Up Dog Talk, we visit with Veeta and learn all about day-to-day life with a beagle. Veeta shares that she was previously fearful of dogs and how Habby has changed her perspective on dogs as a whole. While covering a range of topics related to dog ownership, Veeta shares h...2024-05-0143 min
Straight Up Dog TalkEpisode 19 - All Things Dog with Denise FenziThis episode features a paid partnership with PetMatRx
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On this episode of Straight Up Dog Talk, Em chats with Denise Fenzi about all things dog. From training to dog sports to just being good humans, Em and Denise reinforce what the dog world should be all about, Community. Denise shares bits and pieces of her experience in the dog training world over the years...2024-04-2455 min
Straight Up Dog TalkEpisode 18 - Cancer Treatment, Care and Nutrition with Alexis - Buster, Ella, and HudsonOn this episode of Straight Up Dog Talk, we visit with Alexis who shares her journey with Buster and his Cancer diagnosis. Alexis shares nutrition information and explains how your dog’s diet can be fuel for Cancer. She also explains some other alternative care methods in regard to her dog's health. From Chemo to more holistic methods, Alexis shares a great amount of information on what has worked for them during this difficult time.
Please remember that we are sharing experiences and that Straight Up Dog talk firmly believes that the care an owner choose...2024-04-1737 min
Straight Up Dog TalkEpisode 17 - Friends & Dogs - Josh & Jenn - Artie/Ollie🌈&Odie🌈On this episode of Straight Up Dog Talk, Em brings in Josh and his wife Jenn. The trio are long-time friends and share a love for dogs. After letting the listeners get to know a little about Josh through previous episodes, Em wanted to dedicate an entire episode to her friends.
Josh and Jenn open up about their experience rescuing three dogs and then integrating those dogs. Josh and Jenn share details about loss as well as reactivity. The trio shares some funny insights on their friendship and shared love for dogs.
Josh...2024-04-1052 min
Straight Up Dog TalkEpisode 16 - Trick Training at Home (non-competitive) with April - Holly & SmokeyNot every Trick Dog has to compete! In this episode of Straight Up Dog Talk, Em and Josh visit with April and learn all about her two dogs Holly and Smokey and their shared passion for tricks.
April does an awesome job of telling the listeners how she got started and how she motivates her dogs to learn new tricks. In addition, April shares some funny stories about both dogs and shares information on how to earn Trick Titles for your Dogs WITHOUT having to go in person, which is GREAT for reactive dogs!
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Straight Up Dog TalkEpisode 15 - Rescuing a Heart Worm Positive Dog, Treatment and Recovery with Molly - PoloImagine finding a dog on the side of the road in the middle of nowhere. Then taking him to a local shelter to check for a microchip and spending over a month getting that dog returned to you to foster all the way from Alabama to Massachusetts.
Foster failing and falling in love with your new dog only to find out that he has been heartworm positive since probably before you found him.
Join Em and Josh as we discuss this heart-wrenching story with Molly about her dog Polo. While this st...2024-03-2749 min
Straight Up Dog TalkEpisode 14 -Shelter Dogs in need with WildWolfePack Treats owner Bridget - Wendy, Eevee & SuzieOn this episode of Straight Up Dog Talk, our guest Bridget talks about her passion for rescue and how it spurred her to find ways to advocate further for dogs in rescues. After the tragic loss of one of the shelter dogs, Bridget decided that she didn’t ever want another dog to go through something like that again.
Wild Wolfe Pack Treats started because of two bananas that became 200 treats and an amazing idea. Em’s dogs Fitz and Toby are obsessed with these treats, especially the chicken and parsley ones! Plus Bridget’s treats g...2024-03-2053 min
Straight Up Dog TalkEpisode 13 - Backyard breeding, puppy mills, and shelter overpopulation with Ashley from Flag The BreedersOn this episode of Straight Up Dog Talk, our guest Ashley dives in deep to help educate owners and non-owners alike on the issues that are hurting the rescue world so badly right now. Ashley explains how backyard breeding and puppy mills are contributing to the current overpopulation crisis and how EVERYONE can help.
Ashley teaches the listeners how to identify backyard breeders and puppy mills. Advises you on where NOT to purchase a dog from and talks about how to identify a proper rescue. In addition, she talks about petitions she has started to h...2024-03-1347 min
Straight Up Dog TalkEpisode 12 - PetMatRx Supplements and Nutrition with Tannisha - OpalThis episode is sponsored by PetMatRx
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On this episode of Straight Up Dog Talk, Tannisha from PetMatRx joins us to discuss supplements and their benefits for your dog. Many dog owners struggle in this area as they don’t know what to give their pets or why they are giving it.
Tannisha lays an excell...2024-03-0646 min
Straight Up Dog TalkEpisode 11 - Pet Loss & Grief with Ness - RexThis episode features a paid partnership with PetMatRx
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Have you been through the heartbreak of losing your first dog?
Life after losing your first dog as an adult can be very difficult to navigate. Between struggling with people saying things like, “Stop crying, it was just a dog” and the utter guilt you feel when having to decide if it...2024-02-2853 min
Straight Up Dog TalkEpisode 10 - Rescuing and Training a Service Dog with Brittney - Diamond, Tyson, Ivy & QuinnThis episode features a paid partnership with PetMatRx
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Have you ever thought about having 4 dogs at the same time?
On today’s episode of...2024-02-2146 min
Straight Up Dog TalkEpisode 9 - Custom Pet Tags with Melissa & Marina from Tag4MyPetThis episode features a paid partnership with PetMatRx
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On this episode of Straight Up Dog Talk, we visit with Melissa and Marina, the mom-and-daughter duo behind Tag4MyPet. This small business features hand-stamped and laser-printed customizable tags for all of your pets. Melissa and Marina share their passion for rescuing pets and their mission to ensure that every lost pet is safely ret...2024-02-1437 min
Swiss News in EnglishEpisode 55: Two important referendums, Russian diplomacy issues, and the potato problem.In this episode Emily Breslin, as always, brings you the latest stories of Switzerland including news of the two important retirement referendum votes, some challenges for diplomatic action with Russia, and the troubling pattern of poor potato crops in the country.2024-02-0812 min
Straight Up Dog TalkEpisode 8 - Nutrition & Enrichment with Maddie from Brinkley’s Official LLCThis episode features a paid partnership with PetMatRx
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On this episode of Straight Up Dog Talk, we visit with Maddie about how her dog’s allergies led to her creating a small business. Allergies in dogs are very common and more and more owners are changing the way they feed their pets. Dog nutrition isn’t heavily regulated and it takes a lot of...2024-02-0745 minSwiss News in EnglishEpisode 54: English speakers on the rise, Hand gluing in protest, On-Cloud sneakers, and Pollen Season begins.In this episode of Swiss News in English, Emily shares stories about the rise of English speakers in Zug and other Cantons, the environmental group who glues themselves to roads, the popularity of On-Cloud footwear, and the early pollen season in Switzerland.2024-01-3112 min
Straight Up Dog TalkEpisode 7 - Dog Sports with Kathleen - Sparky, Layla & HarryThis episode features a paid partnership with PetMatRx
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If you are interested in dog sports this is the episode for you!
Today on Straight Up Dog Talk our guest Kathleen will guide us through her life with her 3 dogs Sparky, Layla & Harry. Sparky and Layla are Pros when it comes to posing for photos. Sparky also keeps Kathleen busy with his participation in dog agi...2024-01-3145 min
Straight Up Dog TalkEpisode 6 - Fostering to Foster Fail with Cydne - Gene GeneThis episode features a paid partnership with PetMatRx
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On this episode of Straight Up Dog Talk Cydne shares her experience as a foster to adopt home for rescues. Her touching and imperfect journey is a perfect example of showing potential foster homes what they are signing up for.
At the end of her journey with fostering Cydne recognizes that she...2024-01-2456 min
Straight Up Dog TalkEpisode 5 - The Fishing Mutts with Halie - Teddy & LennieThis episode features a paid partnership with PetMatRx
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2024-01-1752 minSwiss News in EnglishEpisode 53: Lake Zurich shipwreck treasure, Hidden vaccine costs, Dengue fever cases on the rise, and Greenpeace bid for no meat adsIn this episode Emily brings you stories of buried treasure in Lake Zurich, a debate over the vaccine cost transparency, dengue fever cases on the rise, and Greenpeace's bid for no more meat ads.2024-01-1012 min
Straight Up Dog TalkEpisode 4 - Shelter Overpopulation Crisis with Mattison - RemiThis episode features a paid partnership with PetMatRx
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Did you know that at just ONE shelter in California this year over 2200 dogs have been euthanized due to overcrowding?
This is a harsh reality in the world of rescue. Some dogs make it out with minutes to spare but a vast majority are being euthanized due to minor behavioral an...2024-01-1050 min
Straight Up Dog TalkEpisode 1 - Emily and Josh IntroductionWelcome to Straight Up Dog Talk!
On our very first episode you will meet your Podcast Host Em and Producer Josh. This episode is just the first of MANY conversations we will be having about all things dog related!
From training tactics to breed banning, end-of-life care to pet nutrition, no topic is off limits on the Straight Up Dog Talk podcast. Here, dog experts and owners come together to share their stories and what they’ve learned along the way. Vulnerable and unfiltered, Straight Up Dog Talk dives into sensitive subjects with curiosity and com...2024-01-0314 min
Straight Up Dog TalkEpisode 2 - UK Bully Breed Ban with Charleigh & Nichola - Enzo & BiggieCan you imagine being offered $250 to turn over your beloved dog and euthanize it?
There is a lot of speculation about what IS going to happen with the Bully Ban in the UK. The descriptions and measurements provided on the government website are vague and best. UK owners are rightfully upset, confused and working hard to try to mitigate losing their dogs in this ban.
On this episode, Charleigh and her mother Nichola tell us all about their dog Enzo and the issues that they have faced since the ban was an...2024-01-031h 07
Straight Up Dog TalkEpisode 3 - Outdated Training Methods with Lauren - StellaTraining methods have evolved SO much in the past 20 years!
Methods and “certain” trainers that were popular in 2002 are now the bane of the training world. While many types of training are available, balanced and force-free seem to be the most popular types currently.
In this episode, we will chat with Lauren, a CPDT-KA. (Certified Professional Dog Trainer-Knowledge Assessed) about outdated training methods. Specifically on dominant and forced behavior training and why it is dangerous and damaging to your pets. We will also touch on a couple of controversial trainers who seem to...2024-01-0350 minSwiss News in EnglishEpisode 52: Armed Robbery, Banned movie star, Halted wolf hunt and more..In this episode Emily brings you the Swiss News in English for the first week of 2024 including: An armed robbery in Yverdon, the Valais wolf hunt halted, a French movie star banned from Swiss TV, and more!2024-01-0213 minSwiss News in EnglishEpisode 51: A lynx, the wolves, intersex rights, and spitting fines.In this episode Emily shares the news of Switzerland this week including a lynx attack, the wolf hunt of Valais, a motion on the Senate floor to protect intersex children, and the high cost of spitting in Wallisellen. 2023-12-1912 minSwiss News in EnglishEpisode 50: Murders in Sion, A surge in Covid, Cowbell ControversyIn this episode, Emily shares three news pieces: A tragic double murder in Canton Valais, the rise in Covid cases, and a debate about cowbells. This episode is sponsored by Salt Consulting and Communications, a professional coaching group hosting a 12-week, online coaching session starting January 7th called "Integrity Works". Go to the Swiss News in English Facebook page for more information.2023-12-1211 minSwiss News in EnglishEpisode 49: Zurich to London, Epidemics Act update, Editorial piece, and moreIn this episode Emily discusses the new proposed train destinations in Europe, the latest Epidemic Acts update, an editorial piece on Long Covid, and our first sponsor, Salt Consulting and Communications offers an incredible 12 week professional online coaching class starting January 7th, 2024. https://offers.salt.consulting/integrityworkswinter2024?am_id=emily161
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Straight Up Dog TalkTeaser Episode 2Straight Up Dog Talk is COMING SOON!
How soon you ask? Look for the Season 1 Release on 01/03/2024!
On our final teaser episode, Em meets with Mattison and Jerri of unPACKed Podcast to make a BIG announcement!
Catch up on Season 1 of unPACKed while you wait for Straight Up Dog to release on 01/03/2024 as well as Season 2 of unPACKed on 01/04/2024!
Check out Mattison and Jerri’s Training pages as well as unPACKed on Instagram to listen today!
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Jerri: sailo...2023-12-0607 minSwiss News in EnglishEpisode 48: Wolf hunt, Richest guy in Switzerland, and more...In this episode, Emily brings you the latest on the wolf hunt, the richest guy in Switzerland, an update on the melting glaciers, and more.2023-11-2812 minSwiss News in EnglishTriumphant Return! Nov 21, 2023In this episode Emily shares the latest Swiss Federal election results, reminds you to buy your highway vignette and tells you how, and gives an important wolf update. 2023-11-2108 min
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Swiss News in EnglishEpisode 46: February 22, 2022, Covid update, Federal Council disconnect, Netflix overcharging Swiss, A conservative LGBTQ+ advocate, more wolf talk,In this episode Emily brings you a quick Covid-19 update, shares the opinions about the Federal Council's disconnect with voters, Netflix's shameful charges, a conservative politician's campaign to fight discrimination, and more wolf conversations.2022-02-2214 minSwiss News in EnglishEpisode 45: A quick Covid update, Black hair discrimination, A controversial Taliban visit, Zurich prison volunteers requested.In this episode Emily brings you a quick Covid-19 update, shares a story about the problem of discrimination of people with natural, African hair, the controversy surrounding the Taliban visit to Geneva, and an unorthodox test run of a new, Zurich prison.2022-02-1111 minSwiss News in EnglishEpisode 44: February 4, 2022, Covid update, Forest fire, Avalanche, Long Covid discovery, and Fungicide in drinking water.In this episode, Emily brings you a quick Covid-19 update, news of a Forest fire in Ticino, an Avalanche in Vaud, some scientific study info on Long Covid, and the dangers of Fungicide residue in Swiss drinking water. 2022-02-0412 minSwiss News in EnglishEpisode 43: January 24, 2022, Covid numbers, Wolf in Valais, Swiss Fears, Sunday shopping, and Swiss University popularity.In this episode Emily brings you a quick Covid update, a story about a scary wolf encounter in Valais, the unusual fears of the Swiss, the possibility of Sunday shopping in Zurich, Lucerne, and Ticino, and the rise in international students in Swiss Universities.2022-01-2410 minSwiss News in EnglishEpisode 42: January 17, 2022, A very quick covid update, voting initiatives, scooter danger, electric cars are on the rise! the UDC/SVP angst, and should we follow Spain's lead?In this episode Emily brings you a super short Covid update, tells you about the recent poll results for the upcoming vote on February 13th, shares the latest news of scooter danger, electric car popularity, Spain's downgrading of the pandemic to endemic, and how the UDC party is making their demands known. 2022-01-1713 minSwiss News in EnglishEpisode 41: January 13, 2022, Covid news, Federal Council press conference, A tough harvest, A retiring gold medalist.In this episode, Emily brings you the latest Covid numbers, the Federal Council's announcements regarding Covid measures, the grape situation for winemakers, and the retirement of Carlo Janka is reported.2022-01-1310 minSwiss News in EnglishEpisode 40: Friday, January 7th 2021, Covid numbers, Swiss votation in February, Alain Berset update, and new preservation technology.In this episode, Emily brings you the latest Covid numbers in Switzerland, the four matters up for a vote in February, the Health Minister's press conference statements, and a new technology to preserve your fruits and veggies.2022-01-0709 minSwiss News in EnglishEpisode 39: December 16, 2021, Covid numbers, 3G-2G, Covid treatment pills, A rock-n-roll Alpine Horn disturbance.In this episode, Emily brings you the latest Covid news, shares the latest on the new antiviral Covid treatment pills hitting the market, and shares a story about a young Alpine horn player who just made too much noise in Canton Jura.2021-12-1610 minSwiss News in EnglishEpisode 38: December 1st, 2021, Record Covid numbers, travel restricted countries, Emily's Editorial, and hunting and drinking don't mix.In this episode, Emily brings you the latest (worrying) Covid numbers in Switzerland, shares the most recent travel restrictions imposed by the Federal Council, delivers a strongly-worded editorial about vaccinations, and shares a new proposed law about shooting and drinking.2021-12-0113 minSwiss News in EnglishEpisode 37: November 25, 2021, Covid-19 numbers, Shenanigans in Schaffhausen, A violent attack in Zurich, Federal Council press conference.In this episode, Emily brings you the latest Covid-19 information, a story about fraudulent Covid certificates in Schaffhausen, a store owner attacked on the street in Zurich, and the latest news from Health Minister, Alain Berset, on the Federal Council's recent decisions.2021-11-2511 minSwiss News in EnglishEpisode 36: November 15, 2021, Covid update, Booster shots soon, Ski season begins in Valais, bad harvest, and Eastern Swiss vaccine efforts.In this episode Emily brings you the latest Covid numbers in Switzerland, an update about the Federal Council's latest announcements about booster shots, Ski slope info, what to expect from Swiss farmers this season, and the Eastern Swiss Kantonal efforts to vaccinate their resistant residents.2021-11-1510 minSwiss News in EnglishEpisode 35: November 5, 2021, Covid numbers, A great new pill, creative vaccine incentives, and the third, unknown ballot initiative.In this episode Emily brings you the latest (worrying) Covid numbers, the latest info on the Pfizer Covid 19 antiviral pill, a creative Appenzell vaccine initiative, and details on the third ballot initiative on the November 28th ballot in Switzerland.2021-11-0511 minSwiss News in EnglishEpisode 34: October 28, 2021, Covid update, Booster shots for the vulnerable, Christmas Markets back on, and upcoming votation.In this episode, Emily brings you the latest Covid numbers in Switzerland, shares an update about booster shot availability, gives you the latest news about the various Christmas Markets opening in November, and ends with the upcoming November referendums. 2021-10-2811 minSwiss News in EnglishEpisode 33: October 19, 2021, Covid numbers, Swiss energy crisis, An SVP politician makes controversial speechIn this episode, Emily brings you the latest Covid numbers in Switzerland, discusses the potential upcoming energy shortage, and shares the details of a heated and controversial speech given by an ultra conservative SVP politician.2021-10-1912 minSwiss News in EnglishEpisode 32: October 15, 2021, Covid news, Murder in Zurich, Stolen grapes, and two votes in November.In this episode, Emily shares the latest Covid 19 numbers in Switzerland, news of a murder in Zurich, thefts of grapes in Valais, and the two important upcoming votes in November. 2021-10-1509 minSwiss News in EnglishEpisode 31: October 5, 2021, Covid numbers, Environmental activism, Editorial minute, and an adoption gone wrong.In this episode Emily brings you the latest Covid numbers, a story about climate activists in Zurich, a personal Editorial, and a sad story from Valais about a family torn apart.2021-10-0515 minSwiss News in EnglishEpisode 30: September 29, 2021, Latest Covid numbers, votation results in detail, voter turnout, and Socialists call Maurer on the carpet.In this episode, Emily brings you the latest Covid numbers in Switzerland, shares the election results and voter turnout numbers, and reports on the socialist party's criticism of Federal Council member, Maurer, on his recent attack on the Federal Council's covid measures.2021-09-2910 minSwiss News in EnglishEpisode 29: Covid numbers, The new and improved Covid Certificate rules, Cannabis in Zurich, A Federal Office of Public health press conference update.In this episode Emily brings you the latest Covid numbers and the update from the Federal Government on the pandemic, a story about Cannabis sales in Zurich next year, and the latest guidelines on the Covid Certificate.2021-09-1408 minSwiss News in EnglishEpisode 28: Covid update, Zurich hospitals filling up, Anniversary of Women's Suffrage, and a man with too many guns.In this episode Emily brings you the latest covid numbers in Switzerland, news about the Federation of Zurich hospitals concerns about ICU beds, Women's Suffrage anniversary, and a Fribourg man with illegal weapons.2021-09-0309 minSwiss News in EnglishEpisode 27: August 30, 2021, A quick commentary, Covid update, Women on trains, Swiss fun facts.In this episode Emily starts out with a commentary, brings you the latest covid numbers, a news story about women getting injured on trains, and finishes with some interesting Swiss fun facts.2021-08-3011 minSwiss News in EnglishEpisode 26: August 26, 2021, Swiss Covid news, Federal Council update, Extra security for Berset, and the wolves of Graubuenden.In this episode, Emily brings you the latest Swiss Covid numbers, shares the Federal Council's most recent Covid measures and the resulting threats to Federal Council members, and a story about the wolves of Graubuenden.2021-08-2610 minSwiss News in EnglishEpisode 25: August 24, 2021 Covid numbers, who is in the hospital? How do Afghans come to Switzerland? And the editorial minute.In this episode, Emily discusses the latest Covid numbers, who is being hospitalized due to Covid, and the Afghan people's process for migration, plus an editorial minute.2021-08-2410 minSwiss News in EnglishEpisode 24: Answer to a listener's question, Covid update, School precautions, and what's on the Swiss ballot?In this episode Emily answers her first listener question, gives the latest Covid news, shares information regarding school Covid measures, and discusses the 99 percent socialist party initiative.2021-08-1009 minSwiss News in EnglishEpisode 23: Covid update, A Vaud study on the Covid vaccine, a troubling rape verdict, The gulf stream in danger, and Arnold's opinion.In today's longer-than-usual episode, Emily brings you the Swiss covid update, Canton Vaud doctors compile evidence of the effectiveness of the Covid-19 vaccine, a controversial verdict in Basel, an important environmental article, and an opinion piece by Arnold Schwarzenegger.2021-08-0616 minSwiss News in EnglishEpisode 22: Covid numbers, Swiss National Day history, A divisive SVP speech, and a vaccine proponent.In this episode Emily brings you the latest Covid numbers in Switzerland, a bit of Swiss history, a report of a divisive SVP speech, and a Zurich representative's covid vaccine advice.2021-08-0208 minSwiss News in EnglishEpisode 21: Swiss Covid update, Ferdinand is coming, Restrictions not lifted, Climate change, and the Lindt bunny.In this episode Emily covers the Swiss Covid numbers, the maintaining of Covid restrictions, the storm that's brewing, climate change, and Lindt's court battle to trademark its gold foil bunny.2021-07-3009 minSwiss News in EnglishEpisode 20: Covid update, Swiss Olympic sweep in mountain bikingIn this short little episode, Emily brings you the latest Covid 19 news in Switzerland, and shares the good news about Switzerland's Swiss women in the Olympic games.2021-07-2804 minSwiss News in EnglishEpisode 19: Covid update, Covid opinions, and more Covid opinions- That Delta variant!In this episode, Emily gives you the latest (not good) Covid numbers in Switzerland, and gives the anti-vaxxers a piece of her mind. Tune in for this salty episode.2021-07-2306 minSwiss News in EnglishEpisode 18: July 20, 2021, Covid numbers, Swiss women in military, Editorial minuteIn today's episode Emily Breslin brings you the latest covid numbers in Switzerland, the topic of mandatory military service for women, and another edition of the Editorial Minute. 2021-07-2007 minSwiss News in EnglishEpisode 17: Friday, July 16, 2021, Covid update, Flooding and rain, Another editorial minute (or 6).In this episode Emily brings you the latest covid news, updates about the flooding in Central and Northern Switzerland, and she brings you her opinions on anti-vaxxers.2021-07-1608 minSwiss News in EnglishEpisode 16: Wednesday, July 14, 2021, Covid numbers, Macron's decree, A nasty FB post by SVP member, and Emily's editorial minuteIn this episode, Emily brings you the latest Covid numbers in Switzerland, President Macron's latest vaccine requirements, A nasty FB post by National Council representative Andreas Glarner, and the Swiss News In English editorial minute (more like 6 minutes). 2021-07-1411 minSwiss News in EnglishEpisode 15: July 12, 2021, Covid numbers, Long Covid in teens, Italian football victory, and drownings in Ticino.In this episode, Emily discusses the latest Covid numbers in Switzerland, a new study on adolescents with long covid, the Italian football win, and the racist attacks on English players, and two drownings in Ticino yesterday.2021-07-1206 minSwiss News in EnglishEpisode 14: July 9, 2021, Covid numbers, energy issues, travel abroad, and Federer.In this episode Emily brings you the latest Covid numbers, info about more possible reliance on nuclear reactors for energy in Switzerland, current requirements for entry to EU countries, and Federer's exit from Wimbledom.2021-07-0907 minSwiss News in EnglishEpisode 13: July 7, 2021, COVID numbers rising, Covid certificates valid in Europe, Covid App improving, AND a new editorial by Emily, and more.In this episode we've added an editorial minute. Feel free to share your comments or questions on the website: Go to SwissNewsInEnglish.com and head to our contact page. Drop us a line! We'd love to hear from you.2021-07-0710 minSwiss News in EnglishEpisode 12: Swiss Covid numbers, a staunch critic of the failed EU talks, and single use plastics.In this episode we bring you the latest Covid numbers, news of criticism of the failed agreement between Switzerland and the EU, and how Switzerland is not banning single use plastics, unlike the EU. 2021-07-0509 minSwiss News in EnglishEpisode 11: Covid update, an impressive Swiss Football Team victory, and private media support by the Swiss government.In this episode we bring you the Covid 19 numbers (as always), the news of Switzerland's big win against France in the European Championship match, and the debate surrounding the recent decision by Parliament to supply millions of francs to support the private media in Switzerland. 2021-06-3007 minSwiss News in EnglishEpisode 10: Nestle aims to be "deforestation free" by 2022, the covid update and the race to vaccinate, and the Montreux Jazz Festival starts this week.In this episode we discuss Nestle's stated efforts to prevent deforestation and Greenpeace's continued dissatisfaction with the corporation, the covid numbers and the consensus in the scientific community about the importance of vaccinations in light of the Delta variant, and the Montreux Jazz Festival begins!2021-06-2811 minSwiss News in EnglishEpisode 9: Covid numbers, Federal Council news, and no begging in Basel CityIn this episode, we bring you the latest Covid numbers, the Federal Council's latest lift on Covid 19 restrictions, and the controversial begging ban in Basel City.2021-06-2505 minSwiss News in EnglishEpisode 8: Same sex marriage, covid update, drivers in Ticino, and a river invades a town.In this episode Emily Breslin discusses the same sex marriage referendum in Switzeraland, covid updates, the accident prone Ticino drivers, and severe flooding in Neuchâtel.2021-06-2306 minSwiss News in EnglishEpisode 7: Childcare ranking, Swiss Football update, Covid numbers, and EU negotiationsIn this episode, Emily Breslin brings you coverage of Unicef's latest report on childcare rankings in wealthy nations, the Swiss Football team update, Covid 19 news, and how the Swiss are managing ongoing talks with the European Union.2021-06-2107 minSwiss News in EnglishEpisode 6: Covid update, 5-G, pastries, and football!In this episode, we bring you the latest Covid numbers as well as the Swiss government's motion to study long Covid, the recent vote on 5-G, a fun event sponsored by Lausanne à Table, and how the Swiss football team is faring in the European Championship.2021-06-1808 minSwiss News in EnglishEpisode 5: An important meeting in Geneva, Parmelin meets Biden, and good news about the Covid vaccine.In this episode, we discuss Presidents Biden and Putin meeting in Geneva today, a brief overview of the Swiss President Parmelin meeting with President Biden yesterday, and a quick Covid vaccine update. 2021-06-1607 minSwiss News in EnglishEpisode 4: Swiss election results, plane crash in the Alps, and the latest Covid numbers.In this episode we detail the results of the Swiss election on 5 proposed laws, discuss the mysterious aircraft crashes in the Graubunden Alps, and share the latest Covid numbers and vaccination news in Switzerland, all in just 5 minutes!2021-06-1405 minSwiss News in EnglishEpisode 3: What are the Swiss voting on now?In this episode, we detail ALL of the initiatives and referendums up for a vote this Sunday, June 13.2021-06-1108 minSwiss News in EnglishEpisode 2: How does the Swiss Political System work?In this episode we take a dive into the Federalist, direct Democracy that is Switzerland.2021-06-1010 minSwiss News in EnglishSwiss News In English Episode 1In this episode Emily discusses the latest coronavirus numbers, the Biden/Putin meeting in Geneva, the latest financial G7 news, and the proposed cargo tunnel. 2021-06-0805 min