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The Deal with Animals with Marika S. Bell
Hosted by Marika S. Bell · EN
Humans interact with animals every day of our lives: diet, wildlife, clothes and even medicines, are all intersections we often don’t think about.
This is a podcast about the interactions and connections between humans and non-human animals.
Our mission is to make research more accessible to the public while sharing the voices and lived experience of our human connection with animals.
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132. Staying Curious: Empowerment and Change in the Dog Training Community with Grisha Stewart and Laurie C. Williams (Archived Ep. 76)
Nov 1701:28:20Tap to summarizeSend us a textEpisode 8 of Series 14: The Dog's Days of Autumn... TranscriptFeatured is a roundtable discussion focusing on the integration of humane, science-based techniques that prioritize emotional safety and trust. Key insights are provided on how trainers' philosophies intertwine with their ethical beliefs and the real-life applications for managing behavior through kindness and curiosity.Grisha Stewart is a celebrated dog trainer, who runs the Grisha Stewart Academy, providing continuous education for professional dog trainers. She's the author of the "Behavior Adjustment Training" and "HMSA Dog Training Manual." Her passion lies in bridging the connections between people and dogs through positive reinforcement.Laurie C. Williams, another expert trainer, owns and directs the Pup and Iron Canine Enrichment Center in Virginia. With a career spanning over 35 years, Laurie has seen the industry evolve from backyard endeavors to lucrative professions, and she advocates for a more empathetic approach to dog training.Other Round-Table Episodes83: Unmasking COVID-19's Impact on Animal Welfare with Nanette McCann and Corey Regnerus-Kell (S8)84: How To Build a Bond With a New Dog with Stacey Colino and Jen Golbeck (December Special!)63: EVAT Mini-series (Part 6): Free-Living Cats and Farm Animal Sanctuaries a Round Table with Kris Hill and Dr. Jacqui SadashigeOriginal Episode: 76: Staying Curious: Empowerment and Change in the Dog Training Community with Grisha Stewart and Laurie C. Williams (Special Episode!)Related Links AVSAB Position Statement The Use of Punishment for Behavior Modification in Animals Support the showShow Credits Read the Blog! (Guest profiles, book recommendations, trailers and more!) What to start your own podcast in he Animal Advocacy or Animal Welfare Space? Check out my Podcast Mentoring Services! Become a Patron! Sign up for the NewsletterMentioned in this episode:Jake and Ava- New Book by Jonathan Balcombewww.jonathanbalcombe.com
Transcribe →131. Barking Up the Right Tree: Applied Ethology and the Human-Dog Connection with Kim Brophey (Archived Ep. 67)
Nov 301:07:18Tap to summarizeSend us a textEpisode 7, Series 14: Dog's Days of Summer/Autumn... TranscriptFrom genetics to environment, we unpack the science behind your dog’s actions and what it means to live compassionately with them. Plus, a follow-up conversation with Kim and Kate dives deeper into the ethics of behavior change and the language we use to describe our canine companions. Guest Bio: Kim Brophey, CDBC, CPDT-KA, LFDM, is an applied ethologist and award-winning behavior consultant with over 25 years of experience working with dogs and their families. She’s the creator of the L.E.G.S.® model of integrated canine science and founder of Family Dog Mediation®, a groundbreaking approach that reframes behavior through the lens of learning, environment, genetics, and self. Kim’s work has earned international recognition, including the APDT Outstanding Trainer of the Year award and eight consecutive Best Dog Trainer of WNC honors.Her book Meet Your Dog, TED talk, and global speaking engagements have helped shift public and professional conversations about dog behavior. Through the Family Dog Mediation Education Center and her L.E.G.S.® Applied Ethology course, Kim leads a growing international movement to redefine how we understand and live with dogs. She recently transitioned from local consulting to focus fully on the L.E.G.S. Initiative, inviting trainers, scientists, and guardians alike into a more compassionate, science-informed dialogue about our canine companions.Related Episodes:34: Aggression in Dogs Conference Mini-Series: with Michael Shikashio, CDBC Part 135: Aggression in Dogs Con Mini-Series: with Dr. Amber Batson Part 237: Raising Children and Dogs with Colleen Pelar, CPDT(S5)Original Episode:67: May Special!: Barking Up the Right Tree: Applied Ethology and the Human-Dog Connection with Kim BropheySupport the showShow Credits Read the Blog! (Guest profiles, book recommendations, trailers and more!) What to start your own podcast in he Animal Advocacy or Animal Welfare Space? Check out my Podcast Mentoring Services! Become a Patron! Sign up for the NewsletterMentioned in this episode:Jake and Ava- New Book by Jonathan Balcombewww.jonathanbalcombe.com
Transcribe →130. Conservation Detection Dogs with Kayla Fratt of Conservation (Archived Ep 13)
Oct 2000:46:49Tap to summarizeSend us a textEpisode 5 of Series 14- Dog's Days of Summer...Fall?...*shrug*, I'm in the middle of an international move. Guest Bio: Kayla is currently a PhD student and NSF-GRFP Fellow at Oregon State University in Taal Levi's lab. Her research there focuses on the combination of scat detection dogs and genetic methods to answer questions regarding diet and movement of sea wolves in southeast Alaska and the recolonization of pumas in El Salvador.After earning her degree in ecology from Colorado College, Kayla spent 3 years working as a dog behavior consultant in animal shelters and private practice. She has been an IAABC Certified Dog Behavior Consultant since 2017 and is dedicated to humane, creative, and progressive dog training for high-drive dogs.When she's not working on K9 Conservationists projects, you can find Kayla dancing salsa and bachata, doing jigsaw puzzles, or cross-country skiing. Kayla's main canine partners are Barley and Niffler. K9 ConservationistsRelated Episodes: 51: Canid Olfaction and Our Shared Umwelt with Dr. Simon Gadbois (S6) (apologies for the sound issues in this episode)72: 7 Misunderstood Beliefs in Animal Welfare: Myth Busting with Scott Giacoppo (S8)E13: Conservation Detection Dogs with Kayla Fratt of Conservation K9Support the showShow Credits Read the Blog! (Guest profiles, book recommendations, trailers and more!) What to start your own podcast in he Animal Advocacy or Animal Welfare Space? Check out my Podcast Mentoring Services! Become a Patron! Sign up for the NewsletterMentioned in this episode:Jake and Ava- New Book by Jonathan Balcombewww.jonathanbalcombe.com
Transcribe →111. December Special! What a Chicken Knows...with Author, Sy Montgomery
Dec 16, 202400:53:34Tap to summarizeSend us a textA delightful exploration of chickens as intelligent and complex creatures, prompting us to reconsider our perceptions of these common animals.December Special! with Author Sy Montgomery TranscriptGuest: Sy Montgomery is a celebrated naturalist, author, and adventurer whose work has taken her to some of the wildest places on Earth. The Boston Globe described her as "Part Indiana Jones and Part Emily Dickenson". With 38 books to her name, including The Soul of an Octopus, The Good Good Pig, and now, What a Chicken Knows, Montgomery has won numerous awards for her writing. She continues to inspire readers of all ages by exploring the profound connections between humans and animals at a critical moment for our planet's future.Book Recommendations: Exodus: Book 2-The Bible by Someone who was there?(I don't think you need a link for this one) But her reason for choosing this one is apropos. Other Links: What a Chicken Knows by Sy MontgomeryAnimal Liberation by Peter SingerShow Credits Read the Blog! (Guest profiles, book recommendations, trailers and more!) What to start your own podcast in he Animal Advocacy or Animal Welfare Space? Check out my Podcast Mentoring Services! Become a Patron! Sign up for the Newsletter
Transcribe →110. Are Children's Stories the Key to Animal Empathy? with Children's Entertainer, Sukey Molloy (S12)
Dec 2, 202400:43:28Tap to summarizeSend us a textEpisode 5 of Series 12: Animals in Art and Culture TranscriptSukey Molloy, an acclaimed children's performer and author. We delve into Sukey's work, particularly focusing on her storytelling album, 'The Adventures of Little Stubby,' which features a miniature donkey named Stubby. Sukey discusses her inspiration from real-life rescue stories and her goal to help young children navigate their emotions through animal characters.Guest: Trained as a professional modern dancer in New York City, Sukey Molloy performed and toured as a member of the Solomon’s Company Dance and went on to study developmental movement and Kidnastics with former Olympian, Garland O’Quinn, Ph.D., and infant development with Bonnie Bainbridge Cohen. Sukey’s work in “movement skill development through guided play” has led her to design and teach music and movement programs for infants, toddlers, nursery schools, after-school programs, elementary schools, and with her own Nyack, NY-based PlayMove&Sing Inc. company. Sukey’s work is the recipient of multiple awards, most recently the NAPPA award for her new storytelling album, The Adventures of Little Stubby. Find Sukey’s music and stories on Spotify, Amazon, YouTube and more! And visit Sukey at www.sukeymolloy.com Book Recommendation: Running With Sherman : the donkey with the heart of a hero by Christopher McDougallOther Linkshttps://www.littlelongears.org/https://www.pasadosafehaven.org/Wonky Donkey VideoShow Credits Read the Blog! (Guest profiles, book recommendations, trailers and more!) What to start your own podcast in he Animal Advocacy or Animal Welfare Space? Check out my Podcast Mentoring Services! Become a Patron! Sign up for the Newsletter
Transcribe →109. How Do Aboriginal and Bengali Stories Shape Cultural Understanding of Nature? with Dipanwita Pal, PhD. (S12)
Nov 18, 202400:49:11Tap to summarizeSend us a textEpisode 4 of Series 12: Animals in Art and Culture TranscriptWhat can Aboriginal and Bengali literature teach us about our connection with nature? Join Dr. Dipanwita Pal on our podcast as she shares her fascinating research into these cultural narratives. This episode is a compelling look into how stories reflect and influence our relationships with the animal world. Tune in for an enlightening discussion! Guest: Dr Dipanwita Pal is an Associate Professor in English at Galsi Mahavidyalaya, West Bengal, India. Her Ph. D. thesis is based on the ecocritical study of the works of the first Australian Aboriginal poet Oodgeroo Noonuccal. She has edited Ecofeminism and Allied Issues, Exploring the Coexistence of the Humans and the Nonhumans within Literary Text. She has a number of papers published in various national and international journals. She is the recipient of the Scientist of the Year Award 2020 by IKSAD (The Institute of Economic Development and Social Researches), Turkey. Her areas of interest are gender studies, indigenous studies, ecocriticism, Australian literature, Indian English literature. She is the recipient of the IASA ER Travel Fellowship to Australia 2024.Show Credits Read the Blog! (Guest profiles, book recommendations, trailers and more!) What to start your own podcast in he Animal Advocacy or Animal Welfare Space? Check out my Podcast Mentoring Services! Become a Patron! Sign up for the Newsletter
Transcribe →108. Where Imagery and Poetry Meet with Gordon Meade (S12)
Nov 4, 202400:30:59Tap to summarizeSend us a textEpisode 3 of Series 12: Animals in Art and Culture Transcript We discuss the emotional depth and significance of Meade's collaborations with artists and photographers, highlighting themes of animal welfare and exploitation. Guest: Gordon Meade is a Scottish poet, based in the East Neuk of Fife. He is the author of twelve collections of poetry including, most recently,EX-Posed: Animal Elegies (Lantern Publishing & Media 2023), In Transit (Enthusiastic Press 2022) and Zoospeak (Enthusiastic Press 2020). At present, he is completing a new collection, The Resurrectionists, which looks at the ethical issues surrounding De-extinction from the perspective of a number of more-than-human animals. Later this year, he will be giving a reading, and hosting a creative writing workshop, at the Anthrozoology as International Practice: Student Conference in Human-Animal Studies,17-19 November 2024 OnlineBook Recommendation: Poetry in the Making by Ted HughesOther Links: Exposed by Gordon MeadeShow Credits Read the Blog! (Guest profiles, book recommendations, trailers and more!) What to start your own podcast in he Animal Advocacy or Animal Welfare Space? Check out my Podcast Mentoring Services! Become a Patron! Sign up for the Newsletter
Transcribe →107. October Special! Ghost Dogs and The Anthropology of Paranormal Pets with Researcher and Author, Jen Golbeck
Oct 21, 202400:32:24Tap to summarizeSend us a text" If you see the ghost of your dog, it can make you better and that should be okay. It shouldn't be something that we say is a problem." - Jen GolbeckOctober Special! Transcript Dive into the world of supernatural pet encounters, as we discuss the psychological and anthropological perspectives on ghostly visits from deceased pets. The conversation explores the complexities of grief, especially disenfranchised grief, and the comfort people find in these encounters. This episode also examines the cultural significance of ghost pets and the role of continuing bonds in coping mechanisms. Guest: Jen Golbeck is the “internet’s dog mom” and creator of the social media sensation The Golden Ratio. A professor at the University of Maryland’s College of Information Studies, she is a popular science communicator on issues related to her research on social media and dogs. Her TED Talks have been viewed by millions and she is a popular keynote speaker who has appeared on NPR, The 11th Hour, and more. Her writing has appeared in Slate, The Atlantic, Psychology Today, and Wired. She and her husband rescue golden retrievers who are senior or who have special medical needs and give them a safe and comfortable life. Find out more at JenGolbeck.comBook Recommendation: House of Leaves by Mark Z. Danielewski 1:17 Guest Introduction02:37 Anthropological Research on Ghost Dogs05:07 Types of Supernatural Experiences with Pets07:50 Psychological Insights on Grief and Ghosts09:51 Challenging Traditional Views on Grief19:08 Exploring Unique Ghost Dog Stories20:56 Interdisciplinary Perspectives on the Supernatural25:40 The Final Three QuestionsShow Credits Read the Blog! (Guest profiles, book recommendations, trailers and more!) What to start your own podcast in he Animal Advocacy or Animal Welfare Space? Check out my Podcast Mentoring Services! Become a Patron! Sign up for the Newsletter
Transcribe →106. How Can Poetry Drive Change for National Animal Rights Day with Natasha Matsaert and Julie Knopp (S12)
Oct 7, 202401:12:15Tap to summarizeSend us a text"If there's anything that will make people think twice and reflect it would be have stories and poems like this."- Natasha MatsaertEp 2, series 12: Animals in Art and Culture TranscriptThe episode features poetry and insights from a writing workshop, aimed at fostering empathetic connections and motivating change. The discussion centers around the power of poetry and art in animal advocacy, particularly highlighting the National Animal Rights Day event. They explore how stories can inspire action, share writing tips! (Please be aware that this episode may not be appropriate for all audiences).Guests: Julie Knopp is a writer and animal advocate based in St. Paul, Minnesota. Julie’s writing has been featured in HuffPost, New York Daily News, Minneapolis Star Tribune, and other prominent media outlets. Julie holds a Master of Arts in Teaching and enjoys teaching change-makers how they can use writing and media strategy to advance their cause. To learn more about Julie, visit julieknopp.com.Natasha Matsaert Book Recommendations: The Cow with Ear Tag #1389 by Kathryn GillespieEating Animals by Jonathan Safran FoerOther Links: https://www.startribune.com/article/600284345/https://hemingwayapp.com/Show Credits Read the Blog! (Guest profiles, book recommendations, trailers and more!) What to start your own podcast in he Animal Advocacy or Animal Welfare Space? Check out my Podcast Mentoring Services! Become a Patron! Sign up for the Newsletter
Transcribe →105. What Can Animals Tell Us About Ancient Egypt? with PhD, Linda Evans (S12: Animals in Art and Culture)
Sep 23, 202401:04:05Tap to summarizeSend us a text"Yeah, what is the deal with animals? I think, mulling this over, and what I keep coming back to in my mind is they are magic made manifest." -Linda Evans, PhD. Part 1, Series 12: Animals in Art and Culture TranscriptIn the captivating premiere of 'The Deal with Animals' Season 2. Discover how animals were depicted in Egyptian art, their cultural significance, and insights into animal behavior reflected through ancient tomb and temple scenes. Don't forget to participate in the Women in Podcasting Awards by October 1st, where 'The Deal with Animals' is nominated!Guest: Linda Evans is an Associate Professor in Egyptology in the Department of History and Archaeology at Macquarie University, Sydney. She studied Classical Studies and Psychology at the University of Adelaide in South Australia before working in the field of Biology at Washington University in St Louis, Missouri; Rockefeller University, New York; and the University of California, Davis. After returning to Australia, she completed both an MA and PhD in Egyptology at Macquarie. Drawing on her former career in Biology, her research focuses on the human-animal relationship in the ancient world, especially in the Egyptian context, in which she seeks a more accurate and nuanced understanding of ancient zoological knowledge and its application by prehistoric societies. Her recent publications include descriptions of the animal-rich tomb paintings at the Egyptian cemetery site of Beni Hassan and new insights into the meaning and significance of Egyptian animal imagery, from pelicans and pigs to porcupines! She is currently completing a volume on the invertebrates of ancient Egypt for Lockwood Press.Book Recommendations: My Family and Other Animals by Gerald Durrell, Comet in Moominland by Tove Jansson, and The Animal World of the Pharaohs by Patrick F. HoulihanChapters:00:00 Ep. 105 What can Animals Tell us about Ancient Egypt? with PhD, Linda Evans (S12)02:19 Introduction to Linda Evans and Ancient Egyptian Art03:32 Exploring Ancient Egyptian Tomb Art05:09 Animal Depictions and Their Significance23:34 Linda's Discovery34:40 The Role of Artists in Ancient Egypt36:38 Exploring Invertebrates in Ancient Egyptian Art40:06 Animals in Ancient Egyptian Culture and Personal Reflections51:04 Last Three QuestionsShow Credits Read the Blog! (Guest profiles, book recommendations, trailers and more!) What to start your own podcast in he Animal Advocacy or Animal Welfare Space? Check out my Podcast Mentoring Services! Become a Patron! Sign up for the Newsletter
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