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Country Tough with Brandy Von Holten is a motivational and educational podcast. Interviews consist of three categories consisting of leaders in the equine industry, business owners or individuals with a uplifting personal experience, or myself sharing business insight. Real, raw, and completely exposed, no fluff, down to Earth interviews to help you gain the grit you need to push through another day with a smile on your face.
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Discussing Real Housewives of Atlanta, Love & Hip Hop New York, Patti Pies, and More!
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Our mission is to provide education, information and dialogue that will create a supportive environment empowering people to help cats in their community. *For transcripts of most shows, visit https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/podcast/.
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69. Colton Kiso: Heath Creek Forge, bladesmith, Forged Under Fire, self taught, forge, custom knives
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Welcome to Country Tough with Brandy Von Holten! Colton Kiso is a self taught bladesmith that lives in Missouri. Colton competed on the TV show Forged Under Fire and placed 2nd when he was 19 years old. He is now a full time bladesmith. Colton married his high school sweetheart that is a mortician. I bet you won't find another couple quite like the…
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Creative Solutions for Rural Cats in Canada with Dr. Savannah Howse, Veterinarian and RJ Bailot, Executive Director, Canadian Animal Task Force
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“The community building aspect of this is so key…that interconnectedness is really what allows us to have the impact that we do.” This episode is sponsored in part by Maddie’s Fund, The Community Cat Clinic, the Keeping People and Pets Together Pet Food Pantry, and Tomahawk Traps. Rural areas present pronounced challenges in community cat welfare, …
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Connecting with Cats to Bridge the Communication Gap with Nancy Mello, Animal Communicator and Evidential Medium
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"Animals were my friends, and even before I had words for it, they understood me and gave me comfort and love in a way that I didn't feel in my life, in my family.” This episode is sponsored in part by Maddie’s Fund, The Community Cat Clinic, and Tomahawk Traps. Have you ever wondered if you could understand what your cat is thinking or feeling? In…
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Enhancing Feline Welfare in the Community and Shelters through Behavior Insights and Socialization Techniques with Dot Baisly, Executive Director, IAABC
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"Understanding a cat's socialization history can be the key to determining the best outcome for community cats in shelters." This episode is sponsored in part by Maddie’s Fund, The Community Cat Clinic, and Humane Canada's Summit for Animals. Join us for an insightful conversation with Dot Baisly, a certified behavior consultant with a rich backgro…
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Collaboration is Curbing the Cat Population in Fresno with Brandi Sherman, Co-Founder, Fresno TNR
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“We were trying to rescue our way out, which is never going to happen.” This episode is sponsored in part by Maddie’s Fund, The Community Cat Clinic, and Tomahawk Traps. Step into the world of Brandi Sherman as she shares her remarkable journey from a rural upbringing surrounded by vulnerable cats to leading Fresno TNR— an initiative dedicated to c…
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Catalyzing Change in Community Cat Care with Dawn Benefiel, Executive Director, Indy Neighborhood Cats
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“Without dreaming big and showing people what we think is needed, we’ll never get that dial changed and we need that to change mightily.” This episode is sponsored in part by Maddie’s Fund, The Community Cat Clinic, and Tomahawk Traps. Join us for an enlightening conversation with Dawn Benefiel, founder of Indy Neighborhood Cats, as she shares her …
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68. Jason Worthley: stepping-up, good people, conservative, Republican, Morgan County Western District Commissioner
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Welcome back to Country Tough with Brandy Von Holten. Jason Worthley is a returning guest. Just a good guy that cares about his county and country. Jason has served under three different law enforcement agencies all while living in Morgan County. Jason in running for the Morgan County Western District Commissioner. The election is August 6, 2024. I…
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From Advertising to Advocacy with Tracy Dean, Director of Community Cats of Reno
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“Everybody that I speak with, I just emphasize that we are the answer. We are the solution and they need to be part of the solution.” Episode #567 When Tracy Dean left her advertising career to dedicate herself to the welfare of community cats in Reno, she embarked on an unexpected and redefining journey. This episode is not merely a conversation; …
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Our mission is to provide education, information and dialogue that will create a supportive environment empowering people to help cats in their community.By Stacy LeBaron
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566: Trappers' Tips and Tricks, Part 2, with Bryan Kortis, National Programs Director, Neighborhood Cats
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How can you outsmart even the wariest of community cats? Join us for the second part of our conversation with expert trapper Bryan Kortis from Neighborhood Cats, where he unveils advanced strategies for trapping elusive felines. Learn the art of camouflaging traps with natural materials like burlap, and discover innovative baiting techniques using …
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565: Trappers Tips and Tricks, Part 1, with Bryan Kortis, National Programs Director, Neighborhood Cats
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What if you could turn the most elusive feral cat into a successfully trapped and cared-for community member? Join Bryan Kortis from Neighborhood Cats as he brings extensive experience to the forefront in this special two-part audio presentation. Learn effective cat trapping techniques, established feeding patterns, and the use of various traps suc…
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564: Blending the Head and Heart to Help Animals, with Stephanie Mathers, Founder of Grants 4 Animals
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Ever wondered how treating a nonprofit like a business can unlock millions in funding? Join us for an inspiring conversation with Stephanie Mathers, a passionate animal welfare advocate and skilled grant writer, who has transitioned from the world of education to founding Grants for Animals. Stephanie’s journey began with the adoption of her first …
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563: Nuggets of Hope, with Kim Lengling, Author and Host of the Let Fear Bounce Podcast
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When Muffin, a little ball of fur with mischievous eyes, first claimed a corner of my heart, I never imagined where that love would lead. Now I'm joined by Kim Lengling, whose story mirrors the transformative power of companionship, not just with our four-legged friends but with those who share our human journey. Kim, a vocal supporter of veterans …
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67. Ryan Goolsby and Rene Cleveland/The Little Farm Store/Online Farmers Market/Fresh Home Delivery/Local Grown Foods/Micro Dairy/Orchard/Homesteading
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Welcome to Country Tough with Brandy Von Holten. I found today's guest as a featured business in a magazine called Rural Missouri. Their business is called "The Little Farm Store". They are located East of Springfield in Mansfield, Missouri. The Little Farm Store is an online farmers market connecting fresh foods grown from local farmers to the pub…
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562: From the Backyard to the Front Page: Building a TNR Movement, Part 2, with Bryan Kortis, National Programs Director, Neighborhood Cats
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Join us as we continue our exploration of the transformative power of Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) programs in the second part of our series with Bryan Kortis from Neighborhood Cats. He shares invaluable insights on adapting TNR initiatives to various community sizes, the balance between grassroots efforts and expert approaches, and the essential steps…
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561: From the Backyard to the Front Page: Building a TNR Movement, Part 1, with Bryan Kortis, National Programs Director, Neighborhood Cats
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Unlock the secrets behind the transformative Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) movement with Neighborhood Cats' Bryan Kortis as we take you on a riveting two-part adventure. Dive into the grassroots story of New York City's cat population control, discovering how targeted TNR projects and collaborative community efforts led to a dramatic reduction in euthan…
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560: Earning Ferals' Faith and Trust, with Caitlin Porter, Executive Director of From Feral to Family
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Have you ever looked into the eyes of a feral cat and wondered what it would take to transform that wary creature into a contented purring pet in your lap? Our guest, Caitlin Porter from From Feral to Family, joins us to weave an inspiring tale of how she navigates the delicate path from mistrust to affection with adult feral cats. With her at the …
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559: Dr. Kimberly Mann, Medical Director & Surgeon of the York County SPCA Spay/Neuter Clinic, and Steven Martinez, Executive Director of the York County Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals ...
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When compassion meets innovation, extraordinary things happen. That's the story we're telling today, with Dr. Kimberly Mann and Steven Martinez, who are changing the lives of thousands of community cats through the York County SPCA spay/neuter clinic. Kimberly, a veterinarian with surgical prowess and a big heart, alongside Steven’s business acumen…
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66. Gina Kuda/1st Generation Cattle Rancher/Female Rancher/Limousin/Show Me Select/Bulls/Replacement Heifers
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Welcome to Country Tough with Brandy Von Holten. Meet female cattle rancher, Gina Kuda. Her passion is with the Limousin breed. Gina offers bull and replacement heifers. She also goes above and beyond to increase safety by halter breaking most of the bulls she sells. You are going to love this down-to-Earth, knowledgeable, hardworking cowgirl. Her …
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558: Fine Tuning TNR Clinics with Cameron Greig, Community Cat Coordinator at the Humane Society of Huron Valley
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Get a glimpse of what it's like on the front lines of feline welfare. Cameron Greig joins us from the Humane Society of Huron Valley to discuss the trials and triumphs of their TNR (trap-neuter-return) program. It's a revealing chat about the ingenuity required to navigate staffing shortages, the shift towards online systems to streamline TNR effor…
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557: Keeping an Open Mind to Reduce Stress and Pain in Cats with Stacy McVicker, DVM, CVA, CCRT, Veterinarian & Crazy Cat Lady
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Have you ever watched your cat move with less of its usual grace or hesitate before leaping onto its favorite perch? In this episode, understand the complex world of feline pain with Dr. Stacy McVicker. These whiskered companions are masters at masking discomfort, but Dr. McVicker's expertise, inspired by the stories of James Herriot, equips us wit…
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556: Colony Caretaking Tips & Tricks Part 2, with Bryan Kortis, National Programs Director, Neighborhood Cats
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Brace your whiskers for a deep dive into the heartwarming world of community cat care as we reveal secrets to crafting the perfect winter shelters and share non-invasive tricks for keeping our feline friends safe and neighbors happy. Our guide through this chilly chapter is Bryan Kortis, National Programs Director at Neighborhood Cats. His expertis…
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555: Colony Caretaking Tips and Tricks Part 1 with Bryan Kortis, National Programs Director, Neighborhood Cats
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Unlock the secrets to managing a thriving community cat colony as we team up with experts Bryan Kortis from Neighborhood Cats shares essential tips on maintaining a consistent feeding schedule and crafting secure feeding locations that benefit our feline companions. Prepare to enhance your caretaking skills. Learn how to keep mealtime peaceful and …
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65. Amber Watkins: Reclaiming Dawn/ healthy products/ essential oils/ natural cleaning products/ wellness/no poisons/ homesteading
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Welcome to Country Tough with Brandy Von Holten. It is my pleasure to introduce Amber Watkins, the owner of Reclaiming Dawn. She is done with putting poisons into her body and designed a healthy line of products for skin, hair, laundry, and wellness. Amber is doing the research and finding lie after lie. One common thought that she has had to help …
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A Special "Because We Love It" Episode! Check Out the United We Spay Podcast with Stacy LeBaron and Dr. Philip Bushby
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Today we wanted to share an episode of The United We Spay Podcast. It's a new monthly show from the United Spay Alliance and it's hosted by the one and only Stacy LeBaron. In each episode, they delve into the heart of a movement that’s changing the lives of animals and communities for the better with the mission to build awareness, educate, and emp…
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554: Just Getting Started with Bonney Brown, President of Humane Network and Options Veterinary Care
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It’s the passion of people like Bonney Brown that fuels today's conversation on the vital role spay and neuter programs play in controlling cat overpopulation. We reminisce about the early days of trap-neuter-return (TNR) programs and explore how her journey, from being inspired by her parents’ rescue endeavors to leading impactful animal welfare i…
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553: Return-to-Field: How Shelters Save Community Cats Part 2 with Bryan Kortis, National Programs Director, Neighborhood Cats
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Ever wondered how a stray feline's journey through a Return to Field (RTF) program can lead it back home? This week, we continue our deep dive into the world of community cats, focusing on the pivotal steps from shelter intake to safe return, and the intricate assessments that ensure these whiskered wanderers thrive. Join in as we examine the criti…
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552: Return-to-Field: How Shelters Save Community Cats, Part 1, with Bryan Kortis, National Programs Director, Neighborhood Cats
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"I think it’s important to acknowledge that there’s a reason we’re trying to solve community cat over population because this is, ya know, not always a great situation for the cats. When it comes to return to field, we’re looking at animals coming into the shelter…they have good body condition scores, they appear quite healthy, and that lets you kn…
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