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The Word Nerds Archive

Dave Shepherd, Howard Shepherd, Howard Chang

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The Word Nerds is a weekly podcast on words, language, and why we say the things we do. Three language teachers share their ideas about the roots of everyday English. Each edition explores a rude word of the week. In addition to looking at language change, the podcast features music by independent artists each week. Shownotes/links: www.thewordnerds.org.
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The Originals

Andrew Goldman: journalist, interviewer, busybody, LA Mag, Vulture, WSJ Mag, Town & Country

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Secrets will be spilled, names will be named, feelings won't be spared as intrepid interviewer Andrew Goldman sits down with cultural icons who have seen it all.
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Dog Talk with Nick Benger

Dog Talk with Nick Benger

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Dog Talk is a podcast run by professional dog trainer Nick Benger in which he interviews pioneering dog behaviourists and trainers as well as other interesting people involved in the dog world in various ways.
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Join KC Canton, JD and friends as they dive into all things creepy from horror films to haunted houses and folklore. The Creepcast is part of the Phantom Podcast Network exclusively on Downright Creepy. https://www.patreon.com/downrightcreepy Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/downrightcreepy/support
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In this podcast we discuss Claire's experience competing at the FCI IGP World Championships and she shares her stories from operating a lost dog tracking team (the dogs are trained to track lost dogs!). Claire Brown is an IGP competitor and has competed at the FCI IGP World Championships representing team GB. She also operates a team of lost dog tr…
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In this podcast we discuss training and raising Shepherd breeds, socialisation and scent detection plus a whole lot more. Kat has a masters degree in Applied Animal Behaviour and is the owner of Canine Detection Solutions & K9 Behaviour Consultancy specialising in the use of dogs to detect invasive plants. She has also trained explosive, drug and c…
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In this podcast we discuss Henriette's approach to IGP, German Shepherds and the sport here in the U.K. Henriette Bohnstedt has won the IGP National Championships here in the UK six times. She's also judged at the WUSV 2021 IGP World Championships and is the Chairperson of the German Shepherd Dog League Working Branch.GSDL Working Dog Branch here: …
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In this podcast we discuss disc (frisbee) dog training, Ron's Play+ approach to dog training and the philosophy that inspired it. Ron Watson is a highly respected disc dog competitor and dog trainer. He is the author of multiple books on dog training and he coaches dog sports online through his website Pawsitive Vybe. Ron's Website: https://pvybe.c…
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In this podcast we discuss the long standing Positive vs Balanced training feud within the community and how we move on from that. Plus, Chad shares some information on leash pressure training. Chad Mackin is a fellow dog training podcaster and is well known for his insightful social media posts, as well as a former president of the IACP - Internat…
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In this podcast we discussed the recent XL Bully ban in the UK, the difficulties of owning and training adolescent dogs and Kamal's experience in dog sports. Kamal Fernandez is a world renowned dog trainer and dog sport competitor. He has appeared on several TV shows, most recently Channel 4's The Dog Academy. Kamal has written two books, presented…
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In this podcast we get real about the challenges of running a pet business and what is really effective in terms of business models and marketing strategies. Dominic Hodgson is the author of several pet business marketing books and speaks internationally on the subject. He is also the host of the Poodle to Pitbull Pet Business podcast. Get Dom's Fr…
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In this podcast we discuss canine resistance training. What it is, why you should do it with your dog and how to get started! Ashley Sculac is the author of Canine Resistance Training: Where the Science of Strength Meets the Art of Dog Training. She also offers online training on CRT through her website. Ashley's Website: https://www.canineresistan…
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In this podcast we discuss XL Bullies, the history, their temperament, the culture and their imminent ban in the UK and what's being done to try to stop it. Howard SpartaBullies is one of the UK's most respected XL Bully breeders. He's famous for his educational Instagram content on everything related to the breed. Now he is a leader of the campaig…
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In this podcast we discuss why Ivan loves training with play, his story of coming to America and his time at the San Francisco SPCA. Plus, we discuss the controversial Dog Daddy episode of Ivan's podcast. Ivan Balabanov is a two-time IGP world champion and 15-time national champion. He also breeds Malinois under his kennel name Ot Vitosha. Ivan is …
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In this podcast we discuss how Michael became one of the best dog training instructors in the world, his approach to teaching and how he pioneered a more positive training approach for protection sports. Michael Ellis has over 30 years of dog training and coaching experience he's coached national champions in several disciplines, and many national …
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In this podcast we talk about the process of training a guide dog.Matthias Lenz is a Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner (KPA-CTP) and Family Dog Mediator. He is a Supporting Member of the International Association of Animal Behaviour Consultants (IAABC), where he has served two years as the Chair of the Working Animals Division and curr…
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In this podcast we discuss Mondioring. The decoys Nake admires, the UK Mondioring scene and more. We also spoke about Bullies and rescue dogs. Note: this was recorded prior to the Bully ban being announced in the UK. Nake Florin is a world-class Mondioring decoy. He has been a decoy at the highest level such as the FMBB & FCI World Championships, a…
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In this podcast we discuss the importance and attainability of genetic diversity in pedigree dogs, brachycephalic breeds and the role of the Kennel Club. Joanna Ilska is the Kennel Club's (UK) Genetics Research Manager and has been involved in researching quantitative genetics for more than a decade. She also has an interest in dog training having …
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In this podcast we discuss breeding collaboratives, outcrossing projects and functional breeding. Jessica Hekman is the founder of the Functional Dog Collaborative and the host of the Functional Breeding podcast. She earned her PhD studying fox genomics and has previously worked as part of the Darwin's Ark project at Broad Institute of MIT and Harv…
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In this podcast we discuss selecting and training detection dogs. Jens Frank is most well known for his work at the Scandinavian Working Dog Institute (SWDI) where he selects and trains dogs for working roles. He is also an associate professor at the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences.By Dog Talk with Nick Benger
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In this podcast we speak about dog nutrition, fasting periods and approaching nutrition with training clients.Holly Barker is a canine nutritionist specialising in sport dog nutrition.Holly's Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2341185262818548Intro to Bikejoring event: https://www.houndplus.com/collections/workshops/products/intro-to-b…
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In this podcast we speak about what Jay learned from his time involved in dog fighting and how we can use that for the betterment of our dog training. Jay Jack is a retired MMA fighter and professional dog trainer. He is also a podcaster and the founder of the dog sport GRC. Intro to Bikejoring Event: https://www.houndplus.com/collections/workshops…
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In this podcast Nick & Jenny get heated talking about German Shepherds! PLUS, we discuss competitive obedience. Jenny Gould is a competitive obedience competitor, judge and German Shepherd breeder. To date Jenny has bred, owned and handled 4 UK Obedience Champion German Shepherds.Jenny's GSD Hub Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100…
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In this podcast we discuss the detection dog industry, buying, training and selling dogs plus how Flo got started. Flo Schneider is the host of the Kynotalk podcast. He is also the co-founder of Kynotec which provides trained detection dogs and education on scent detection to various agencies. Join Nick for a webinar on puppy selection and training…
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In this podcast we discuss why you should get into dog sports and what a profound impact doing so has had on us as trainers. Kelly Dunbar is content and curriculum director for the Dunbar Academy, a French Ring competitor and co-founder of Open Paw which provides training to shelter workers. Join Nick for a webinar on puppy selection and training: …
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In this podcast we discuss the history of pedigree dogs, phenotyping and the impact of closed breeding pools. Alison Skipper is a veterinarian and historian at the Royal Veterinary College in London. She works closely with the Kennel Club both as a vet at Crufts and on committees.Join Nick for a webinar on puppy selection and training: https://nick…
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In this podcast we discuss how to resolve predation issues using predation substitute training without the need for aversives.Simone Mueller is the author of Hunting Together: Harnessing Predatory Chasing in Family Dogs through Motivation-Based Training.Join Simone for a free webinar on prey drive in dogs here: https://predation-substitute-training…
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Los Angeles mag’s "The Originals" is back for a summer frolic with Andrew’s longtime obsession, Cybill Shepherd. Topics covered: her days with Peter Bogdanovich as the proto-Bennifer. How a ladybug c-blocked Jeff Bridges on the set of The Last Picture Show. What Elvis was good at doing with his mouth besides singing. And a long, fascinating inquiry…
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In this podcast we discuss police dog training; including tracking training and the use of e-collars in police dog training. Steve White is a retired Seattle Police Canine sergeant and training supervisor. He is one of the leading pioneers for positive training methods for police K9 units and he is a popular training consultant and conference speak…
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Eric Havens dropped by the SXSW red carpet premiere for Warner Bros. Pictures new installment in the 'Evil Dead' franchise, 'Evil Dead Rise.' In theaters everywhere nationwide. He was lucky enough to speak with the stars of the film and some legendary voices in the franchise. You'll hear from the follow cast and crew: Peter Albrechtsen - Sound Desi…
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Directors and convivial horror buffs Aaron Koontz and Jed Shepherd chatted with Downright Creepy about their new film, ‘Scare Package II’. Koontz and Shepherd gushed about keeping VHS and other physical media alive, their love of practical effects in horror, what scares them, and what it’s like to create a horror franchise with your closest friends…
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Chaka Khan has long held the title of “Queen of Funk,” but after this appearance, shall also henceforth be known as the “Queen of Candor.” Khan, who this year turns 70 and celebrates 50 years in the music business, joins Andrew and gets a few things off her chest. What’s the one thing every performer who hopes to be successful must do? Why are men …
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