Best Cat Protection Society Podcasts (2025)

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#169 –Cindy Richardson - How Shame Hurts Us 53:11

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Welcome to the #ShareYourHotness Podcast episode 169! Cindy Richardson is a Master Certified Transformational Coach who helps women overcome disordered eating and build a gentle, loving relationship with their bodies — and with themselves. After working with hundreds of women, she discovered one powerful truth: beneath every struggle with food, bod…

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Diablo Canyon, Morro Bay Bird Festival and the SLO Food Bank 59:00

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Gianna Patchen is back with People and the Planet. This week she speaks with Kara Woodruff, a member of the Diablo Canyon decommissioning panel and the policy advisor to Senator John Laird.Then Carol Tangeman meets with Bob Revel of the Morro Bay Bird Festival.And our news correspondent, Natalia Young, talks with the SLO County Food Bank about the …

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AWA381 - Did Ancient Soldiers Protect Their Feet? 7:43

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A listener asks: with Greek and Roman soldiers well-armoured elsewhere, how did they protect the tops of their feet from injury? Murray Dahm explores what ancient sources and archaeology reveal about footwear, armour, and the realities of combat. Join us on Patreon patreon.com/ancientwarfarepodcast

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A Day in the Life of an Animal Attendant at Victoria's Largest Cat Shelter 20:07

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Go behind the scenes at The Cat Protection Society of Victoria with 3 members of the CPSV Adoption Shelter team! Hear what it’s really like caring for cats every day, the teamwork that makes the shelter run, and the unforgettable moments that make the job so rewarding. Packed with heartfelt stories, practical insights, and a love for cats, this epi…

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Mental Health Benefits of Pet Ownership 11:23

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In this episode of The Purrfect Podcast, we chat with Angela Chapman from Latrobe University to chat through the mental health benefits of pet ownership and why having a pet is great for your mental and physical health. Cat Protection Society of Victoria Links Website Facebook Instagram TikTok YouTube…

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How to help prepare your home & family for a new cat 15:57

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In this episode of The Purrfect Podcast, Animal Behaviourist Natayla Dundovich and our CPS Foster Care Coordinator Chloe Harcourt share their tips on how soon-to-be cat owners can prepare their home and family for the pending arrival of a four-legged furry family member. Cat Protection Society of Victoria Links Website Facebook Instagram TikTok You…

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Top tips for adopting a cat from a Shelter 14:09

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We sit down with our CPS Foster Care Coordinator, Chloe Harcourt and Animal Behaviourist Natayla Dundovich as they share their top tips on adopting a cat or kitten from an Animal Shelter. Cat Protection Society of Victoria Links Website Facebook Instagram TikTok YouTubeBy The Cat Protection Society

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Cat chat with our CPSV Ambassador Belle Jackson 27:26

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We sit down and chat with our newly appointed Cat Protection Society Ambassador Belle Jackson about being a crazy-cat lady, her beloved Gary, adopting a cat with FIV and her decision to join the Cat Protection Society as a Brand Ambassador. Cat Protection Society of Victoria Links Website Facebook Instagram TikTok YouTube…

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Debunking common cat myths & misconceptions 11:20

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In this episode of The Purrfect Podcast, we sit down with our Senior Veterinarian from our Cat Protection Society Public Vet Clinic to chat through and get a response to some of the common cat myths & misconceptions we have heard within our Adoption Shelter and Vet Clinic. Cat Protection Society of Victoria Links Website Facebook Instagram TikTok Y…

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How to help your cat transition to a cat curfew 19:11

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More and more Victorian council municipalities are introducing cat curfews with curfews ranging from needing to keep your cat confined between dusk and dawn to 24-hour cat curfews where owners need to always keep their cats indoors or within the confines of their property full time. We chat about the need for cat-curfews, what proactive measures ca…

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How to keep your cat entertained and out of trouble 7:43

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Love to keep your cat entertained, enriched and out of trouble? We chat with Animal Behaviourist Natayla Dundovich to learn more. Cat Protection Society of Victoria Links Website Facebook Instagram TikTok YouTubeBy The Cat Protection Society

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How to introduce a new furry friend to the family 11:01

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Whether you’re thinking of welcoming a new kitten into your family or adopting an older cat, before welcoming a new furry friend into your home, it’s important to consider how much time, energy, and financial resources you have available. Every pet will require some special attention to ensure it settles into your family, so it’s crucial to ensure …

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Free tips on how to modify behavioural challenges in your cat 12:29

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Just like humans, cats can get stressed by things going on around them, or by the way people interact with them. Often, owners may notice something is ‘not quite right’ with their cats when they have already been stressed for some time. Cats may lose their appetite or be sick occasionally or behave in a way that owners might not have seen before, s…

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How to show your cat you love them 7:57

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If your a cat owner, you know that the gentle sound of a purr and a snuggle against your legs are just some of the purr-fect ways that a cat can show you just how much they care. There are also many benefits that come from owning a cat from companionship and cuddles to the lowered stress levels and lots and lots of love. So how can you show your fu…

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Horror flicks, the magical world of legumes, and happy animals 59:00

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Halloween’s around the corner, and things are getting spooky at the SLO Film Center. David McAbee talks with Skye McLennan about what’s creeping onto the screen at The Palm Theater, just in time for Halloween.Then, Father Ian’s back with Playing with Food. This week, he’s going nuts for beans as he learns about legumes.And finally, David McAbee spe…

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#168 –Dave Miller Part 1 - From Awareness to Protection 57:36

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Welcome to the #ShareYourHotness Podcast episode 168! Dave MillerSecurity & Safety Expert | Tactical Operations Specialist | Human Trafficking Investigator With 15 years of previous law enforcement experience, Dave Miller has dedicated his career to protecting communities, organizations, and their employees. Dave spent 8 years working in tactical o…

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AWA380 - How Did the Greek Phalanx Keep Its Line? 14:20

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A listener from Brisbane asks: how did the Greek hoplite phalanx maintain a cohesive front while advancing into battle over uneven terrain dotted with trees, bushes, and obstacles? Murray Dahm explains how ancient soldiers kept formation, reformed when disrupted, and adapted their tactics to the landscape. Join us on Patreon patreon.com/ancientwarf…

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Film, community libraries, and the power of teaching people to read 59:00

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David McAbee sits down with Carlos and Kyle Plummer of the SLO Film Society. With the Film Expo coming up in November and a fundraising night at The Bay Theater, they’ve got a lot happening, both on screen and behind the scenes.Then, Dr. Consuelo Meux is back with The Nonprofit Story. This week, it’s all things library as she talks with Juliane McA…

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AW379 - Commanding an Army in Antiquity 28:31

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How do you get the right man to command your armies? Does he learn on the job, or from books, and what happens when something goes wrong? In this episode, the team discusses issue 104, Who Put You in Charge? Commanding an Army in Antiquity. Join us on Patreon patreon.com/ancientwarfarepodcast

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Secret cinemas, marine protection & an author's local family history. 58:45

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David McAbee sits with Bob Whiteford, one of the owners of Insomniac Video, to talk about the rise, and eventual fall, of the beloved video store and how he’s now teaming up with The Palm Theatre to bring back a little movie magic through Insomniac Secret Cinema.Then, Gianna Patchen returns with another edition of People and the Planet. She speaks …

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Gitanos, Tramps and Thieves - can you live on a budget, below the wire in Spain? 16:53

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What kind and how many people are living under the wire, classed as "irregular" without paperwork living here in Spain. How does Spain treat the nomads, the minorities and the people who come here without any money or housing? This is our real life, in real Spain. Ten years of adventures since swapping our glorious Victorian House in leafy Essex fo…

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#167 –Becky Sampson - A Conversation about the "D" Word, Divorce 1:00:16

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Welcome to the #ShareYourHotness Podcast episode 167! Becky Sampson, Divorce Strategist for Women, Founder and CEO of ONLY Subpoenas™ After 21 hearings, 21 subpoenas, and 3½ years in the Hawaii Family Court system—facing five attorneys and representing herself for most of it—Becky won. Not just any win, but a fair and equitable outcome for both par…

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AWA378 - Did the Persians Really Use Cats at the Battle of Pelusium? 13:02

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Augusto from Argentina asks: "How reliable is Polyaenus' account of the Persians using cats—or images of cats—against the Egyptians at Pelusium? Is there any truth to the story, or is it just legend?" Murray Dahm explores the evidence behind this curious tale. Join us on Patreon patreon.com/ancientwarfarepodcast…

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The Day The Lights Went Out - The Shocking Truth about the National Spanish Power Cut 12:05

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It was April the 28th and suddenly the lights went out, the fridge and freezer went silent and what followed was eight hours of chaos as a historic Blackout Cripples Spain and Portugal. BUT What is the shocking truth behind a power cut, it was Europe's Worst Blackout in 20 Years and plunged Barcelona, Lisbon, Madrid, Porto and Seville into darkness…

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Arts, advocacy, and a little wine country flair 59:00

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David McAbee sits down with Jordan Chesnut, executive director of the SLO County Arts Council, to talk about National Arts and Humanities Month. She also shares the data from the 2025 Arts and Culture Economic Impact Report. It’s art, passion, and data, all coming together.Then Rosie Boultman has a conversation with Christina Dawson from SLO County…

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It's all things writing and creativity on Issues and Ideas. First we sit down with Meagan Friberg of The Central Coast Writers Conference. Then, we speak with author and poet, Luke Johnson. Finally, how about wine and movies under the stars with The Paso Picture Show?By David McAbee