Best Brian Barczyk Podcasts (2024)

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'Sally Forth' Author Francesco Marciuliano Transcribes His Cat's Poetry 9:31

2M ago9:31

9:31

Our special guest is Francesco Marciuliano. He's the author of the Sally Forth comic strip in over 700 newspapers and a series of pet poetry that he says he transcribed from his cat. Not bad for a kid with a "Bucket List" at ten years old. You'll laugh until you hurt!By Animal Radio Network

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Risks Of Being An Overly Affectionate Pet Owner 4:37

4M ago4:37

4:37

New research highlights potential risks in being over-affectionate with our pets by increasing the risk of catching drug-resistant illnesses. While experts acknowledge and encourage the bond between a pet parent and their fur kids, some are now recommending limits on physical interaction. The danger is posed by the transfer of antibiotic-resistant …

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Brian Barczyk Loves Reptiles... A LOT! 8:03

1+ y ago8:03

8:03

Brian Barczyk loves reptiles. He has over 30,000 snakes. Brian breeds them and sends them all over the globe to his snake-lovin' brethren. He's been bit 100,000 times he estimates and his colorful life is ripe for a TV reality series. Are you listening NatGeo? Oh, and no, he's not single. In fact, the chicks dig it. Really! While Brian tells people…

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Brady Bunch Star Making Candy Dog Poop 9:58

2y ago9:58

9:58

Cindy Brady Spills It Susan Olsen (Cindy Brady on The Brady Bunch) is one of the few child actors that DIDN'T cross to the dark side. And in fact, she's a model citizen, animal advocate and foster parent. She seems like a normal gal until she tells you about her hobby making candy-poop with her hands. She'll also divulge behind-the-scenes stories a…

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Landlord Says YOU MUST Have A Pet 6:51

4y ago6:51

6:51

Pet ONLY Apartments Octogenarian and Landlord Judy Guth only allows tenants with pets in her apartment complex. Is this discrimination? Judy doesn't care. And if one of her tenants loses their pet, she'll even take them out to dinner and then the shelter to find another roommate.By Animal Radio Network

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Baxter Black Doesn't Do It For Money 7:26

4y ago7:26

7:26

Cowboy Poet Veterinarian The incredibly talented and hilarious Baxter Black is a former veterinarian turned poet, entertainer and philosopher. You will be thoroughly entertained by this odd character and his Turkey tribute. He explains why he gave up doctoring animals for a life of literary virtue.By Animal Radio Network

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Rachel Fuller Talks Music and Dogs 20:44

4+ y ago20:44

20:44

Rachel Fuller tells us about her new album and her dogs. Her latest release, Animal Requiem celebrates the life of our furry-friends. Rachel explains how her husband, Pete Townshend called on Paul McCartney to help finish this incredible album.By Animal Radio Network

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She's Dedicated To Entertaining Your Pets 7:44

5y ago7:44

7:44

Can you imagine someone devoting their life to entertaining pets, chaperoning them on dates, and performing marriages and Bark-Mitzvahs for the four-legged. Bring your pets around the radio….Lee Day is gonna sing to them.By Animal Radio Network

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Beth Stern Talks About Howard's Fuzzy Side 8:10

5y ago8:10

8:10

Yes, she is the wife of Howard Stern. But more importantly, Beth Ostrosky - Stern is an avid animal advocate. She's fostering a bunch of animals at home. She says Howard is really into her pets and sometimes he'll get very emotional when the animals find homes.By Animal Radio Network

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Animal Radio Finale - A Celebration of Two Decades 1:14:03

5y ago1:14:03

1:14:03

Join us for a special celebration of America's favorite and longest-running pet show. Animal Radio looks back at the last 20 years with guest appearances by Actor Ed Asner, Dog Wig Maker Ruth Regina, The Monkees' Davy Jones, Comedian Paul Reiser, Actor Dick Van Patten, Singer Donny Osmond, and a final bow from Vladae The World Famous Russian Dog Wi…

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The Truth About Animals 10:59

5y ago10:59

10:59

Zoologist Lucy Cooke says humans aren't doing animals any favors when we moralize their behavior. Humans have gone to the Moon and split the atom, but when it comes to understanding animals, we've still got a long way to go. So you've probably never considered if moose get drunk, penguins cheat on their mates, or worker ants lay about. They do - an…

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CBD's For Our Pets 13:17

5y ago13:17

13:17

CBD's, or Cannabidiols are derived from the hemp plant and there's anecdotal evidence that it may help pets suffering from many problems, including, and certainly not limited to, anxiety, allergies, seizures, hot spots and so much more. The landscape is confusing though. Many retailers are hopping on the bandwagon. While there are honest merchants,…

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Reflecting Back On Doris Day 7:14

5+ y ago7:14

7:14

Actress and singer Doris Day died recently. Doris was a huge animal rights activist and also co-owned one of the most pet friendly hotels on the planet. In 1978, she founded her own organization, the Doris Day Animal Foundation and later started the Doris Day Animal League, which has since become part of the Humane Society. She also founded the Duf…

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An Antidote To America's Stress 6:00

5+ y ago6:00

6:00

Last year, a majority of Americans reported experiencing stresses "during a lot of the day," according to Gallup's recently released Global Emotions Report. Sadly, we're global leaders in feeling agitated - there are only three countries in the world that are more stressed out than the United States. But according to American Humane CEO Dr. Robin G…

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Why Is My Female Dog Humping My Leg? 9:09

5+ y ago9:09

9:09

Usually humping is associated with male dogs, but humping is also very common amongst female dogs. Some girls will hump toys or other objects, some hump air, others hump other dogs or even people. We talk with Certified Professional Dog Trainer and Chair of The Association of Professional Dog Trainers Nick Hof, CPDT-KA, CBCC-KA, KPA-CTP, CSAT, to a…

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5 Pets That Are Illegal To Own 3:00

5+ y ago3:00

3:00

Ok, I know what you are thinking. If they are pets they are certainly legal. Well, that's not necessarily the case depending on the state or city that you live in. There can be legal issues for having common pets that exist in different states or cities. Let's start with Ferrets. In several states and large cities (Including California, Hawaii, New…

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How To Make Your Dog Laugh 12:56

5+ y ago12:56

12:56

Dr. Stanley Coren is back on Animal Radio to give us specific and detailed instructions on how to make our dog laugh. Don't be a skeptic until you've heard about the research. Some breeds are more likely to laugh than others. Dr. Coren will share the science behind dog laughter and other body signs.By Animal Radio Network

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Beards Carry More Germs Than Dogs 1:58

5+ y ago1:58

1:58

If you don't kiss your dog, but your significant other has a beard, heads up! A new study finds men with beards carry more germs in their beards than dogs with their normal germs. Swiss researchers tested the facial hair of men and dog fur from various breeds and found a significantly higher bacterial load in the men's beards compared with the dogs…

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Robotic Dogs For Alzheimer's Patients 11:52

5+ y ago11:52

11:52

Scientists estimate as many as 97% of seniors suffer from behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia. That's why Tom Stevens teamed up with Jim Henson's Creature Shop to create an affordable robotic puppy to provide companionship for seniors. Tom explains why this is so personal and how it's making a difference.…

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Puppy Laundering Scheme 6:52

5+ y ago6:52

6:52

A lawsuit has been filed in a California court saying Bark Adoptions masquerades as a non-profit animal rescue organization passing off puppy mill dogs as rescued animals and selling them for a profit. California has banned the sale of puppy mill dogs and it is believed multiple fictitious rescues are circumventing the law. Deborah Howard, founder …

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Is Your Dog Laughing At You Behind Your Back? 5:33

5+ y ago5:33

5:33

Dogs are capable of laughing, and they typically do so when they are playing. Canine laughter begins with the doggy equivalent of smiling but also includes a sound that is much like panting. Animal behaviorist Patricia Simonet recorded those sounds while dogs played. On analyzing the recordings, she found that they involved a broader range of frequ…

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Shooting Your Cat Into Space 4:25

5+ y ago4:25

4:25

Steve Munt wants to send the cremains of his beloved cat into space. While dog lovers have been memorializing their dogs this way for years, Steve's cat will be the first feline remains shot into space in a satellite that will circle the earth in perpetuity. Steve is our guest and he'll explain why he wants to do this.…

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Dave Barry Talks About His Dog 9:40

5+ y ago9:40

9:40

The extremely talented and very funny author, Dave Barry is our guest. He'll tell us about the lessons he has learned from his dog, Lucy. He says Lucy taught him to effectively deal with road rage. Dave also explains why he's not much of a cat fan.By Animal Radio Network

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Finding Stolen Pets 10:27

5+ y ago10:27

10:27

Kelly Matthews has granted her first interview to Animal Radio to talk about breaking-up dog theft rings. Her business, CritterCops.net locates stolen and lost pets. Up until now, she's feared going public because of retribution from thieves she's exposed. She'll tell us what it's like tracking down stolen dogs.…

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Does Your Dog Really Love You - Or Food? 9:59

5+ y ago9:59

9:59

Are our dogs trained to show affection in order to get food and treats? Do they really unconditionally love you, or would they "kick you to the curb" for bacon? Animal Researcher Marc Bekoff answers these burning questions and more. He says we can 'unleash our dogs,' metaphorically speaking, by allowing them to roll in dead worms.…

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Photographer Captures Last Moment Of Pet's Life 7:29

5+ y ago7:29

7:29

Photojournalist Ross Taylor's latest project captures the last moments between humans and their pets prior to euthanasia. Admittedly a difficult subject, he explains his mission as a guide to assist those going through this process.By Animal Radio Network

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Unique Ways To Memorialize Your Pet 5:15

5+ y ago5:15

5:15

Michelle Gaylord tells us how she organically grew her business into a celebration of the lives of pets. From the simple pendant that contains cremains to wine glasses made with your pet's ashes, she'll talk about some of the more unique ways people have chosen to memorialize their pets.By Animal Radio Network

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Suing Baywatch Actress and Rover.com 11:05

5+ y ago11:05

11:05

Rover.com and the WAG app have come under a lot of criticism lately for their transparency about several pet deaths. We speak to attorney Robert Tauler who is currently suing former Baywatch actress Angelica Bridges and Rover.com for negligence. Apparently the actress was the pet sitter during an incident with the plaintiff's dog.…

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Teen Hero Connects Service Dogs With Disabled 9:38

5+ y ago9:38

9:38

Born with Muscular Dystrophy, Tabitha Bell was told she would need a wheel chair by the time she was 12. Instead, she got a balance & brace service dog. The human/dog partnership was so successful that she decided to start her own non-profit to help match service dogs with those that may not be able to afford the $10,000 entry level. Tabitha tells …

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Rocky Kanaka Isn't Just A Cool Name 5:39

5+ y ago5:39

5:39

Emmy Nominated TV host Rocky Kanaka is on a mission to find hard-to-adopt rescue dogs their forever home - all while creating a day of fun doggie activities most could only dream of. He chronicles his adventures in a You Tube series called 'Dog's Day Out.'By Animal Radio Network

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Tails From A Celebrity Pet Sitter 10:14

5+ y ago10:14

10:14

Have you ever considered quitting your stupid job to become a pet-sitter? Laura Vorreyer shares stories about her bustling Los Angeles dog-walking business. She'll share some strange pet-sitting stories and dole out advice for the aspiring pet-sitter.By Animal Radio Network

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"Making Bank" Taking Selfies With Animals 7:16

5+ y ago7:16

7:16

Allan Dixon won the best job in the world. He gets paid to take pictures with animals. Allan has an uncanny ability to 'talk' animals into posing for a selfie with him. This might sound like the most privileged, millennial job in the world, but Dixon worked for this role. He'll explain to Animal Radio listeners.…

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Actor Burt Ward Rescues Giant Breed Dogs 8:39

5+ y ago8:39

8:39

From Caped Crusader to Canine Crusader Actor Burt Ward was the original 'Robin' on the hit series Batman. Now he’s devoted to giant breed dogs and runs the Gentle Giant Rescue. He tells Animal Radio that as many as 25 Great Danes share his bed with him and his wife Tracy.By Animal Radio Network

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Training Bees for TV and Movies with Dr. Norman Gary 9:47

5+ y ago9:47

9:47

Apiculturist Dr. Norman Gary has devoted his 83 years to bees. He's even trained them for TV and Movies. Dr. Gary holds two Guinness World Records for bee stunts. Oh, and he plays the clarinet... covered in bees.By Animal Radio Network

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Boy's Mission To Pet A Million Dogs 6:17

5+ y ago6:17

6:17

Gideon Kidd has a goal to pet a million dogs for his pet project. So far, the 10-year-old boy has pet more than 750 dogs. He's chronicled his journey on Twitter, garnering over 160,000 followers. He'll tell us how it's going since we last spoke to him in June.By Animal Radio Network

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Legislation To License Groomers 12:08

5+ y ago12:08

12:08

Shortly after Rosemary Marchetto's Shih Tzu was dropped at a chain store groomer she was informed that her dog had died. She feels the groomer was negligent and that the profession needs regulation. Bijou's Bill, named after Rosemary's dog, is being spearheaded by New Jersey Senator Valerie Huttle. The law would require pet groomers to be licensed,…

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Emotional Support Alligator at New Orleans Airport 7:08

5+ y ago7:08

7:08

It's not uncommon to see dogs or cats being used at major airports as a de-stressor. When you step off a plane in New Orleans, you'll meet an alligator. While these alligators aren't necessarily intended to provide emotional support, they are ready to take a selfie and be petted. Director of Communications at the airport, Erin Burns joins us to exp…

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Mayor Takes Terminally Ill Pet On Trip Across America 10:22

5+ y ago10:22

10:22

When someone you love is terminally ill, you may do whatever you can to make the little time left count. Attleboro Massachusetts Mayor Paul Heroux took his dying dog Mura on a cross-country bucket-list trip. He says "Filling up my gas tank: $40. Staying at a sketchy hotel: $60. The look on Mura's face after she just ate a nasty freeway gas station …

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Evicted Alligator Gets Legal Representation 10:26

6y ago10:26

10:26

'Katfish,' the 200-pound PET alligator that was forcibly removed from his home, is now being represented in court by Tristen Woods and Lauren Sierra. The alligator's owner, Sean Casey fed Katfish a diet of chicken nuggets from Wendy's. Tristen and Lauren explain the situation and what the future holds for the reptilian.…

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What It's Like To Be Bit In The Face By A Pit Bull 6:57

6y ago6:57

6:57

Denise James loves animals. She also loves talking about them.... a lot! Her love for dogs was not soured when she was bit in the face by a pit-bull. She'll tell us what went wrong and how to avoid being a dog treat.By Animal Radio Network

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#OpossumLivesMatter 9:14

6y ago9:14

9:14

Opossum guardian and advocate Lea Murray is mother to several opossums, including Kricket, the Fruit Loop eating marsupial in this viral video. Lea is outraged about a recent Inside Edition broadcast that painted Opossums as a typhus vehicle. She says the much maligned and misunderstood critter is actually good for humankind.…

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Peace, Love, Goats of Anarchy 10:10

6y ago10:10

10:10

Leanne Lauricella gave up her NYC corporate job, traded in her Mercedes for a pickup truck, and decided to care for handicapped goats. She'll never look back! She says it was the best decision ever. She has taken-it-up a level by integrating her love for goats throughout social media. The Goats' newfound online fame landed them on Rachael Ray. Lean…

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Mercury In Your Pet Food 8:51

6y ago8:51

8:51

Postdoctoral Scholar Dr. Sarrah Dunham-Cheatham randomly sampled 100 pet foods. 16 of those samples had mercury concentrations that were well above the maximum tolerable limit. That's not the only thing she found.By Animal Radio Network

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Getting "Wild" With Singer Paul Rodgers 14:14

6y ago14:14

14:14

Front man for the band Bad Company, Free and The Firm, singer, songwriter Paul Rodgers is an extreme supporter of our four-legged friends. Aside from the 6 cats and a dog at home, he sponsors moose, bears, coyotes, foxes, a lynx, a bobcat and raccoons. "Supporting animals, in any way that one can, restores the soul," say Rodgers. His wife and obvio…

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True or Poo? 6:44

6y ago6:44

6:44

From the author of Does It Fart?, comes the latest from Nick Caruso, True or Poo? The Definitive Field Guide to Filthy Animal Facts and Falsehoods. This interview is not for the faint hearted. You'll find out just how many spiders you eat in your sleep, if beaver butt is an ingredient in vanilla ice cream, and which animal may die from constipation…

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WTF? That's Really In Our Pet Food? 11:12

6y ago11:12

11:12

In a world where we barely have time to prepare our own meals, Dr. Judy Morgan says we should be cooking for our pets. The store bought pet foods contain diseased and euthanized animals as well as high levels of heavy metals. She'll have some time-saving tips to create your own pet food.By Animal Radio Network

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Dr. Jane Goodall Talks About Chickens, Chimps and Deodorant 12:17

6y ago12:17

12:17

World Renown Anthropologist Dr. Jane Goodall tells us about her experience growing up around chickens and chimps. Even today she still lectures, with over 300 speaking engagements a year. Dr. Goodall also has her hands in the deodorant business, lending her name to environmentally friendly, cruelty-free and sustainable products.…

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Poo From Lil Bub Leads To Discovery 8:29

6y ago8:29

8:29

Microbiologist and TV Host Jennifer Gardy has been collecting cat poop as part of a biome-mapping project. Viral sensation Lil Bub even donated a sample that led to the discovery of 22 new microorganisms. Jennifer will explain what that means to you and me.By Animal Radio Network

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Pop Diva Sheena Easton Loves Herself Some Kitties! 7:02

6y ago7:02

7:02

Singer, songwriter and actress Sheena Easton provides one of the most memorable celebrity interviews on Animal Radio. Sheena is cra-cra about her kitties, no holds barred when she divulges how she spoils her cats and dogs.By Animal Radio Network

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Pesticides, Anti-Freeze and Toxins, Oh My. 10:56

6y ago10:56

10:56

The Senior Veterinary Toxicologist at the Pet Poison Helpline wants you to know what household toxins can fatally sicken your pets. Dr. Ahna Brutlag warns that pesticides and bait traps can kill more than bugs and mice. She also says even pet safe anti-freeze can be harmful.By Animal Radio Network

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