Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchMeet Your Dog Where They Are, Not Where You Wish They Were
Most pet owners underestimate how quickly an incident can escalate when safety isn't a top priority. In this episode of The Foster Files, Kelly expos…
2 months ago
Pup O'Clock - A Subscription Box for Kids with Two Legs & Four
Episode 42
Most kids are bored easily—and that's a problem for dogs and responsible pet ownership. But what if a subscription box could transform the way childr…
2 months, 1 week ago
Pennsylvania Voters for Animals - A Conversation with Suzanne Gonzalez
Episode 41
Suzanne Gonzalez, president and co-founder of PAVFA, uncovers the nonprofit's innovative approach to reforming animal welfare through policy and poli…
2 months, 2 weeks ago
Forgotten Friend Reptile Sanctuary - A Conversation with Jesse Rothacker
Episode 40
Reptiles are more than just misunderstood creatures — they’re fascinating, social, and full of mysteries waiting to be uncovered. Jesse Rothacker of …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
Don't Look in The Freezer - A conversation with Patti Eddington
Episode 39
Most of us overlook the emotional complexity behind veterinary care—and that sacrosanct image of vets as heroes masks the human, loving, sometimes im…
3 months ago
A Reminder to Care for Yourself So You Can Care for Others
Episode 38
This week the organization I work with lost an important member to suicide. This episode about Compassion Fatigue with Jennifer Blough is a great lis…
3 months ago
The Hidden Connection Between the Welfare of People and the Welfare of Animals
Episode 37
Most animal advocates focus solely on habitats and laws — but understanding how political change happens can turn passion into real victories.
In this…
3 months, 1 week ago
How Toxic Language in Animal Rescue Hurts Everyone
Episode 36
In this heartfelt episode, Kelly is joined by Kayla Powers, a passionate animal foster in Asheville, North Carolina, who shares her journey, honest i…
3 months, 2 weeks ago
The Turtle Hospital with Bette Zirkelbach
Episode 35
Most of what threatens sea turtles today comes down to human impact — but what if your small daily choices could make a BIG difference? In this eye-o…
3 months, 3 weeks ago
Pets for Vets with Clarissa Black
Episode 34
Pets for Vets Founder and CEO, Clarissa Black, tells Kelly about the important work they're doing to connect shelter pets and veterans across the cou…
4 months ago