Cattitude - Episode 283 The Magic of Mister Mishkins: Cats, Courage & Moonlight Dreams
It’s a magical, moonlit edition of Cattitude! Host Michelle Fern chats with author Samantha Mattocks about her spellbinding new book, The Magic of Mister Mishkins — the latest in her whimsical middle-grade series. Meet Mister Mishkins, a ginger cat with a heart full of courage and curiosity who dreams of helping his human friend, Celene, dance with mice on the moon. With no spaceship and only a chorus of cats to help, can he make the impossible possible? Samantha shares how her real-life feline muse inspired this touching tale of friendship, healing, and believing in magic. Perfect for children, cat lovers, and anyone who still dares to dream among the stars!EPISODE NOTES: The Magic of Mister Mishkins: Cats, Courage & Moonlight DreamsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/cattitude-the-1-cat-podcast--6666768/support.
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Cattitude - Episode 282 9Cats2Lives: Tim Carthon’s Cute and Crazy Feline Universe
This week on Cattitude, host Michelle Fern welcomes multi-talented creator Tim Carthon for a deep dive into his cute and crazy catworld, including his web series, #9Cats2Lives! From hilarious cat antics to heartfelt moments of feline inspiration, Tim shares how cats — and comedy — can help us process real-life emotions. They talk about building a feline universe that matters, the rise of solo creators in the animation world, and the secret sauce behind crafting characters that feel so human… yet are totally cats! It’s a purr-fect blend of creativity, laughter, and cat-centric storytelling you won’t want to miss.EPISODE NOTES: 9Cats2Lives: Tim Carthon’s Cute and Crazy Feline UniverseBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/cattitude-the-1-cat-podcast--6666768/support.
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Cattitude - Episode 281 Toby, Gus & Me: Choosing a Life Plus Cats with Rebecca van Laer
This week on Cattitude, Michelle Fern chats with writer and critic Rebecca van Laer about her debut memoir, Cat. Van Laer explores how our lives with cats reshape the wild we’ve tried to domesticate—what “tame,” “neuter,” and “indoors” say about nature and about us. She shares why she chose a life plus cats (not kids), and how “undomesticating” herself alongside her senior companions Toby and Gus reframed love, work, and family. From cats’ mysteriously divine histories to millennial burnout in a content-marketing grind, maternal fault lines, and the radical permission in feline laziness and pleasure, Rebecca’s reflections purr with humor and honesty—right down to Gus’s opinion: “I don’t want to be famous…I just want to go to the basement.”EPISODE NOTES: Toby, Gus & Me: Choosing a Life Plus Cats with Rebecca van LaerBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/cattitude-the-1-cat-podcast--6666768/support.
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Cattitude - Episode 280 Life Advice from Mr. Dill Pickles
Move over, self-help gurus—this week on Cattitude, Michelle Fern welcomes veteran writer John Riddle and his grandsons Alex and Gavin Podgorski to introduce their whiskered life coach, Mr. Dill Pickles. We’re celebrating Life Advice from Mr. Dill Pickles, a hilariously sassy new book (now on Amazon) delivering 30 bite-size lessons for living your best cat life—think “Nap like it’s your job,” “Only cuddle when it’s inconvenient,” and “The laser is never real… but chase it anyway.” Co-authored by Alex and Gavin with Pop-Pop’s polish from John, each tip comes with laugh-out-loud explanations and “cat fun facts.” You’ll even hear a rare proclamation from atop the fridge as Mr. Dill Pickles explains why sunbeams beat spreadsheets every time. If you love cats, comedy, and unapologetic feline wisdom, curl up, press play, and let Mr. Dill Pickles run your nine lives.EPISODE NOTES: Life Advice from Mr. Dill PicklesBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/cattitude-the-1-cat-podcast--6666768/support.
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Cattitude - Episode 279 Living in Harmony with Wildlife: Simple Steps You Can Take
On this episode of Cattitude, host Michelle Fern welcomes Jakob Shaw, Manager of Strategic Initiatives at PETA, to talk about how small everyday actions can help protect wildlife. From raccoons and squirrels to cats and dogs, animals can easily become trapped in common household items like cans, jars, and bottles. Jakob shares practical, humane tips for preventing harm—from properly securing recyclables to using safe deterrents instead of cruel methods like glue traps. Tune in to learn how simple changes in how we manage trash and household pests can make the world safer for our furry and feathered neighbors.EPISODE NOTES: Living in Harmony with Wildlife: Simple Steps You Can TakeBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/cattitude-the-1-cat-podcast--6666768/support.
In these cat podcasts, learn everything there is to know about cats on Cattitude with your hosts Michelle Fern & Tom Dock.. In this cat podcast, each week we’ll spotlight a cool cat breed, give up-to-date advice on cat health, and check out new cat products! So curl up on the couch every week for a purrr-fectly enjoyable time on Cattitude... on Pet Life Radio.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/cattitude-the-1-cat-podcast--6666768/support.
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