Best Big Cat Rescue Podcasts (2024)

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The full story of Sam the koala 21:24

6h ago21:24

21:24

In 2009, Australia faced the worst bushfires it had ever seen. And yet in a time of such intense darkness, there was a glimmer of light in the form of a small, badly-burnt koala, whose rescue photo went viral. Sam would go on to become a symbol of hope for those who had lost everything, and her story is a beautiful example of the power of one small…

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Healing Through Laughter: A Chat with David Arquette 9:22

2h ago9:22

9:22

The incredibly talented David Arquette joins the positive vibes of KJ TODAY! In this episode, we had a fascinating conversation about his new movie "The Good Half" and delved into some deep and meaningful topics. Here are three key takeaways from our conversation: Balancing Humor and Seriousness: David shared insights into his role as the comedic r…

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Lisa Loeb talks the 90s, cats and being on tour with Straight No Chaser 9:47

2h ago9:47

9:47

You won't believe who's cat was in Lisa Loeb's iconic "Stay" video! Watch and find out! It's two incredible guests! One fun interview! Lisa Loeb joined the KJ Today Show and brought Seggi from Straight No Chaser to talk touring together! We chat about their upcoming Straight Note Chaser Summer 90s Tour plus: -We delved into the iconic 90s song "Sta…

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KJ TODAY: Big changes, Burt Ward & a bunch of cute pets! 1:10:20

6h ago1:10:20

1:10:20

The Kinda Nerdy Network presents a new episode of the KJ Today Show! We had a blast with new cast members, Tia from Geek Vibes Nation and Michelle, our new Krew Community Coordinator! In What's Poppin in Pop Culture, Supernatural's Mark Pellegrino drops in to talk Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F plus exciting news about Resident Alien & The Boys! We also…

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The big life of the world's smallest horse - Thumbelina's story 13:55

9h ago13:55

13:55

Thumbelina was perhaps the most unique horse to have ever lived, but most people have forgotten that she ever existed, and even at the peak of her fame the majority of media coverage of her was very surface level, so join me for a deep dive into the full life story of this incredible little animal and the impact she had on the world! Show notes com…

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Author Wendy Lyons Sunshine - Tender Paws 49:24

2h ago49:24

49:24

This episode of Big Blend Radio's "The Pet Connection" Podcast features award-winning author and journalist Wendy Lyons Sunshine who discusses her new book, "Tender Paws: How Science-Based Parenting Can Transform Our Relationship with Dogs." Full of illustrative cases and thoughtful insights to support dog welfare and inspire your own pet parenting…

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Christy Wood - Equine Energy and Emotions 45:42

4d ago45:42

45:42

It's all about how to read and understand your horse's energy and emotions on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "ABC's of Horses" equestrian podcast with Christy Wood. Christy Wood is a World Champion horse trainer, also exhibiting in jumping and trail. She is a winner in extreme trail obstacle challenges, and is a carded horse show judge with 7 br…

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The dark truth behind the beautiful golden tabby tiger 15:23

4d ago15:23

15:23

There's no doubt that the rare golden tiger colour mutation is one of the rarest and most beautiful animals in the world, but despite that their presence in the wild is a major red flag for conservationists. Dive into all of this and more in this week's episode of The Animal Nerd Podcast! Show notes coming soon…

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History's Goodest Boys - The Heartwarming True Story of Bummer and Lazarus 29:23

11d ago29:23

29:23

In the 1860s, two stray dogs became unlikely celebrities in the US city of San Francisco thanks to their uniquely strong bond. They would go on to become so endeared to local residents that they were officially declared to be property of the city and laws were changed to ensure their protection. Honestly, their story is probably one of the cutest y…

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CELEB: Eric Winter on His Passion for Rum, Rescue Dogs and The Rookie 10:37

18d ago10:37

10:37

In this episode of the KJ Today Celebrity Interviews series, the incredibly talented Eric Winter joins us. We had an amazing conversation about his new venture, Palm Republic Rum, his career, what's coming up on The Rookie, and his passion for giving back. Here are three key takeaways from this insightful episode: Passion for Rum: Eric's journey in…

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Meet Wisdom, the bird old enough to be your grandma! 19:00

19d ago19:00

19:00

At over 70 years old, Wisdom the laysan albatross is the oldest wild bird in the world, and she's still going strong to this day. She has a pretty incredible story and has completely rewritten everything experts thought they knew about her species. And yes, this is the episode I was working on when I got sidetracked by laysan albatrosses and made t…

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Pride Month Bonus Minisode 5:50

21d ago5:50

5:50

Celebrating LGBTQIA+ Pride Month with our first ever minisode, because I guess sometimes self care means nerding out about birds for five minutes straight. Happy Pride Month, my darlings 💕By An Animal Nerd

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The Hilarious Hoax of Pierre Brassau 13:09

1M ago13:09

13:09

In the 1960s the art world was abuzz with discussion of a brand new star on the scene, Pierre Brassau. Hailing from France, Pierre was an up-and-coming abstract artist whose work was taking Europe by storm... but there would turn out to be a lot more to this story than a few cool paintings, and in this weeks episode of The Animal Nerd Podcast we de…

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Pet & Horse Safety and Disaster Preparedness 1:26:07

1M ago1:26:07

1:26:07

In observance of National Pet Preparedness Month, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "The Pet Connection" Podcast focuses on pet and horse safety and disaster preparedness. FEATURED GUESTS - ANGELA LAWS - Cohost, veteran petsitter, and community manager at https://www.trustedhousesitters.com/ - CHRISTY WOOD - World champion horse trainer, instructor…

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Steve Schneickert - Iconic Dogs in Motion Pictures 7:28

1M ago7:28

7:28

In honor of National Dog Dad Day, this episode of Big Blend Radio features Steve Schneickert who recalls the Hollywood History of Iconic Dogs in Motion Pictures. Hear about canine film and TV stars Lassie, Asta, Toto, Rin Tin Tin, Marley, and many more. Steve dedicates this Hollywood History segment to his sweet pup Miss Bella Rose, who crossed ove…

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A Christmas Story actor Zack Ward talks magical new movie and maine coon cats! 14:38

29d ago14:38

14:38

The latest episode of the KJ Today Show features the incredibly talented Zack Ward. In this episode, we dive deep into Zack's latest project, "Keeper of the Five Kingdoms," his iconic role in "A Christmas Story," and his love for his adorable cats. Here are three key takeaways from our conversation with Zack: "Keeper of the Five Kingdoms" - A Magic…

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Deboned and Derailed: A wild conversation about Harry Potter, Fallout and Chicken Bones 1:29:34

1M ago1:29:34

1:29:34

What shows, movies, books or games have you Kinda Nerdy lately? We had an absolute blast on our latest podcast episode, diving into some random fandom fun! We covered everything from the Fallout show to the new Lord of the Rings movies and even discussed the intriguing new show Renegade Nell on Disney Plus, Doctor Who, The Boys, X-Men and Transform…

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How a rescued stray became the world's richest cat 12:50

1M ago12:50

12:50

It's often said that black cats are unlucky, but Tommaso the Italian cat very much proved that's not true when he was first adopted by a kind-hearted woman and then again when he became the world's richest cat. Learn more about his incredible true story in this episode of the Animal Nerd Podcast!By An Animal Nerd

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Christy Wood - What to Feed Your Horse 53:00

1M ago53:00

53:00

From Hay to Carrots, it's all about the Equine Diet on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "ABC's of Horses" equestrian podcast with Christy Wood. Christy Wood is a World Champion horse trainer, also exhibiting in jumping and trail. She is a winner in extreme trail obstacle challenges, and is a carded horse show judge with 7 breed associations. Along…

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KJ cries Happy Tears as Harry Potter meets Darts 1:11:48

2M ago1:11:48

1:11:48

That's right. This was the episode I cried. The latest episode of The KJ Today Show is now live, and it's packed with incredible moments and meaningful moments. We delved into the world of darts, pop culture, and even had a special guest from Harry Potter! Here are three key takeaways from this episode: 1. Positive Vibes and Happy Tears One of the …

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The mysterious migration of Huberta the hippo 16:43

2M ago16:43

16:43

In the early 1900s Huberta the hippo (also known in her lifetime as Hubert and Billy) became an international celebrity when she began a now-legendary trek across South Africa. But where was she going and why? In this episode we attempt to answer those questions as well as, of course, sharing all of the hijinks she got into along the way. It's goin…

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A Real Life Angel - Faith the Two-Legged Wonder Dog 23:15

2M ago23:15

23:15

Faith was once declared to be the most famous dog in the world, but since then Faith's story has faded further and further into obscurity. In this episode we tell Faith's whole story, from a puppy who almost died to global stardom and beyond. Content warnings, sources, etc: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1n5SVGi0NpRGi-a80PtXOL15f8SRWsRK0etAJH4b…

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The Curious Case of the Deflated Mattress 1:12:15

2M ago1:12:15

1:12:15

In our latest episode, we had a blast discussing the latest random fandom fun! We reminisced about our time together at PopCon and shared some hilarious moments, including a debate about who was responsible for a deflated air mattress incident. We also had a lively discussion about various topics, including the upcoming Lord of the Rings movie, gam…

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The mind-blowing adaptions of the humble wood frog 19:45

2M ago19:45

19:45

This week we're focusing on the adorable little wood frog, a species who freezes solid every year, clinically dies, and then comes back to life each spring. But how do they survive such an incredible feat? You'll have to listen to find out! Sources, content warnings, socials, etc: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Nb6myKpAA6DwIhUVbypNX59g1fnn85oK…

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The Pet Connection - Rescue Dogs and Cats 1:17:39

2M ago1:17:39

1:17:39

In observance of National Rescue Dog Day, this inaugural episode of Big Blend Radio's "The Pet Connection" Podcast is all about Rescue Dogs and Cats with conversations that span from adoptions and volunteering to petsitting and behavioral care. FEATURED GUESTS - Angela Laws - Cohost, veteran petsitter, and community manager at https://www.trustedho…

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Christy Wood - Horse Care, Colic, and Common Sense 54:31

2M ago54:31

54:31

It's all about Horse Care, Colic, and Common Sense on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "ABC's of Horses" equestrian podcast with Christy Wood. Christy Wood is a World Champion horse trainer, also exhibiting in jumping and trail. She is a winner in extreme trail obstacle challenges, and is a carded horse show judge with 7 breed associations. Along …

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Christy Wood - Understanding Horse Behavior 32:56

2M ago32:56

32:56

From training and setting boundaries to observing body language and building a relationship with your horse, this episode of Big Blend Radio with Christy Wood is all about HORSE BEHAVIOR. Christy Wood is a World Champion horse trainer, also exhibiting in jumping and trail. She is a winner in extreme trail obstacle challenges, and is a carded horse …

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Author Anne Abel - Mattie, Milo & Me 45:59

2M ago45:59

45:59

If you've ever known and loved a dog, it's not hard to understand why they're dubbed "[human’s] best friend." But they're often so much more – our confidants, our teachers and even our healers. This episode of Big Blend Radio features Moth StorySLAM winner Anne Abel who discusses her new memoir, "Mattie, Milo, and Me" (She Writes Press, April 2024)…

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Angela Laws - Pet Sitting and Pet Care Options for Women Travelers 1:03:28

2M ago1:03:28

1:03:28

This episode of Big Blend Radio focuses on Pet Sitting and Pet Care options for Women Travelers. Featured guest is Angela Laws who is a veteran pet sitter and the community manager for TrustedHousesitters which is a global, pet-loving community on a mission to create a world where pets enjoy their owners’ vacations just as much as they do! Founded …

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Christy Wood - The History and Legacy of Appaloosa Horses 37:04

2M ago37:04

37:04

It's all about Appaloosa Horses on this episode of Big Blend Radio with equestrian expert Christy Wood. Christy Wood is now on her second 13-year circuit of the Chief Joseph Trail Ride, a progressive trail ride hosted by the Appaloosa Horse Club (ApHC). A portion of the ride is completed each year, with the entire sequence taking thirteen years to …

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Christy Wood and Linda Ballou - Books for Horse Lovers 40:18

2M ago40:18

40:18

This episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND Podcast is all about Books for Horse Lovers. FEATURED GUESTS: * CHRISTY WOOD is a world champion horse trainer also exhibiting in jumping and trail, a winner in extreme trail obstacle challenges, a carded horse show judge with 7 breed associations, and owner of Wood N Horse Training Stables in Three…

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Angela Laws - The World of Pet Sitting with TrustedHousesitters 1:07:05

2M ago1:07:05

1:07:05

This episode of Big Blend Radio features Angela Laws, veteran pet sitter and community manager for TrustedHousesitters, a global, pet-loving community on a mission to create a world where pets enjoy their owners’ vacations just as much as they do! Read her Success Insider Q&A: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/angela-laws-of-trustedhousesitters/ …

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Free Puppies Documentary Film 19:07

2M ago19:07

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Featuring filmmaker Samantha Wishman and dog rescuer Monda Wooten, this "From the Vault" episode of Big Blend Radio focuses on the documentary film FREE PUPPIES which is out now on VOD and DVD in the USA and Canada. FREE PUPPIES! travels across the country's political divide to explore one of the many areas where no public animal services exist, an…

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MUTTS: A Celebration of Mystery Mixed Breeds 45:44

2M ago45:44

45:44

This "From the Vault" episode of Big Blend Radio features award-winning photographer Olivia Grey Pritchard, who discusses her beautiful and heartwarming coffee table book, "MUTTS: A Celebration of Mystery Mixed Breeds." Whether you currently have a mutt, grew up with one, or you’re a pet-free animal lover, MUTTS is a must have! This stellar book fe…

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Author Michelle Dumont - An Alphabet Tail 35:53

2M ago35:53

35:53

On this "From the Vault" episode of Big Blend Radio, New Orleans based children's book author Michelle Dumont chats about her "Phoebe Cakes and Friends" book, "An Alphabet Tail" that features illustrations by Jennifer Taylor. Come along with Phoebe and all of her tail-wagging four-legged friends and learn your ABCs one giggle at a time. This board …

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Author Alice Kaltman - Dawg Towne 39:12

2M ago39:12

39:12

This "From the Vault" episode of Big Blend Radio features author Alice Kaltman, who discusses her latest novel, "Dawg Towne." The book explores universal themes of love and loss through the deceptively simple lens of suburban life. But is life in the suburbs ever really simple? Over the course of one year in Towne, spouses die, children grow up, af…

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Cori Solomon - Dogs, Our Unsung Heroes 39:07

2M ago39:07

39:07

Dogs have always been there for us through catastrophes, wars, and sickness, and have displayed a loyalty which remains unparalleled during the course of the human experience. From herding to hunting, many dogs were originally bred to assist their human companions in daily life. A working dog might be a military dog, a K-9 police dog, or a search a…

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Dr. Gary Weitzman - Fearless Pet Training 35:39

2M ago35:39

35:39

This "From the Vault" episode of Big Blend Radio features Dr. Gary Weitzman, a pet expert and author, advocate and veterinarian, and also President & CEO of the San Diego Humane Society. He shares some great pet training advice on training dogs and cats, as covered in his two books with National Geographic Kids:“Fetch! A How to Speak Dog Training G…

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Trevor Jones - Major: A Soldier Dog 35:26

2M ago35:26

35:26

During World War II, thousands of Americans sent their pets to Fort Robinson in western Nebraska where the U.S. Military established the Fort Robinson War Dogs Training Center, training over 17,000 “dogs for defense” and deploying them to battlefields and installations all over the world. On this episode of Big Blend Radio, author Trevor Jones disc…

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Peter Zheutlin - Rescued 48:12

2M ago48:12

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This Big Blend Radio "From the Vault" episode features journalist Peter Zheutlin, the New York Times bestselling author of RESCUE ROAD, who talks about his 2017 book, “RESCUED: What Second-Chance Dogs Teach Us About Living with Purpose, Loving with Abandon, and Finding Joy in the Little Things.” Zheutlin interweaves heartwarming and humorous storie…

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Kinda Nerdy Night In chats Doctor Who, Resident Alien and recapping PopCon! 1:19:42

2M ago1:19:42

1:19:42

🎙️The Kinda Nerdy Night In returned featuring a fun discussion with friends about all things nerdy! From Doctor Who to Resident Alien, we cover it all. 🐱 Special guest appearances by KJ's cat Buffy wreaking some havoc plus Brandon Peters from the Brandon Peters Show, Sam from Summer Bash Indiana and from the Kinda Nerdy Dudes, Clay returns along wi…

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