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June 3, 2025

Ep 615: Better Together: TNVR and Public Health

“Vaccinating community cats creates a barrier to disease between wildlife, domestic animals, and people.” Listen to episode #615 now, featuring Dr. Bob Weedon, DVM, HQHVSN Veterinary Surgeon. This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie’s Fund. In this special webinar replay edition of the Community Cats Podcast, Brianna Lovell Myers of […]

May 27, 2025

Ep 614: Building a TNR Movement Part 2: The Tactics That Make TNR Stick

“You’re not trying to make the situation perfect. You’re just trying to improve it.” Listen to episode #614 now, featuring Bryan Kortis, National Programs Director at Neighborhood Cats. This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie’s Fund. Part 2 of “From the Backyard to the Front Page: Building a TNR Movement” […]

May 20, 2025

Ep 613: Building a TNR Movement Part 1: The Roots of a TNR Revolution

“Success attracts donors and grantors, and just provides that foundation for expanding into the wider community.” Listen to episode #613 now, featuring Bryan Kortis, National Programs Director at Neighborhood Cats. This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie’s Fund. In Part 1 of this recorded webinar, “From the Backyard to the […]

May 13, 2025

Ep 612: In Hot Pursuit: Community Cat Care in Miami

“Stop treating cats like dogs—when we see them for who they really are, the right solutions start to emerge.” Listen to episode #612 now, featuring Dr. Mat Toscano, Executive Director and Chief of Surgery at Street Cat Clinic, and Tia Williams, Director of Cat Solutions 305. . This episode is […]

May 6, 2025

Ep 611: Build Better, Fund Smarter

“Our industry is full of people with big hearts — but running a shelter takes more than heart. It takes structure, strategy, and systems.” Listen to episode #611 now, featuring Tim Crum, Fundraising and Operations Consultant. This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie’s Fund. Whether you’re running a grassroots cat […]

April 29, 2025

Ep 610: Fixing Cats, Feeding Communities: How One Woman Sparked a Movement

“If you can’t fix ’em, don’t feed ’em. You may think you’re being kind, but make sure you do the responsible thing and spay and neuter.” Listen to episode #610 now, featuring Wednesday Hugus, founder of Wednesday’s Community Cat and Kittens. This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie’s Fund. What […]

April 22, 2025

Ep 609: Innovating TNR Support with the Trapper Aid Initiative

“We all want to help, but without the right tools and resources, TNR can feel impossible. That’s why we need technology to bridge the gaps.” Listen to episode #609 now, featuring Alexa Kyler, Software Developer & Cat Advocate. This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie’s Fund. Trapping and caring for […]

April 15, 2025

Ep 608: Tackling Global Animal Welfare Challenges

“If you’re struggling to catch the last cat in your colony, you just haven’t figured out the right approach yet. Every cat is catchable with the right technique.” Listen to episode #608 now, featuring John Peaveler of Humane Innovations, LLC. This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie’s Fund. From building […]

April 8, 2025

Ep 607: Changing Lives for Cats Around the World

“You have to feel good about what you can do, even if you can’t help them all. Every small effort makes a difference.” Listen to episode #607 now, featuring Karen Menczer Founder of Animal Kind International This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie’s Fund. In this episode, host Stacy LeBaron […]

April 1, 2025

Ep 606: Turning the Tide for TNR: Sioux Falls’ Game-Changing Ordinance

“We want to be the example that proves you should never give up. No matter where you are, if you keep pushing, you can make change happen.” Listen to episode #606 now, featuring Mat Tougas, Founder and President of Sioux Empire TNR This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie’s Fund. […]

March 25, 2025

Ep 605: Managing Cat Populations: A Global Perspective

“Nothing shows the benefits of TNR better than actually doing it. Once communities see the impact, they come on board, and that’s when real change happens.” Listen to episode #605 now, featuring Harry Eckman, Global Advisor for Cat Population Management, International Cat Care. This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie’s […]

March 18, 2025

Ep 604: Transforming Animal Welfare Messaging

“We know how much the messages and stories we hear impact what we believe to be true. If we change our messaging, we can create real change for animals and communities.” Listen to episode #604 now, featuring Hanna Lentz the Executive Director of SPARC (Supporting People and Animal Relationships for […]