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    Jumpers Jump
    EP.293 - FIFA WORLD CUP WITCHES, ELITES ARE REPTILES & THE DMT REALM

    Jumpers Jump

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2026 79:36


    Jump in with Carlos Juico, Josh Nugent and Sosa on episode 293 of Jumpers Jump. This episode we discuss: New mandela effects, Smell taste theory, Skittles theory, Hazardous American foods, Chicken wing theory, If your mom was stuck in jail, Is life getting easier or harder, Cursive writing theory, Letting Ai make decisions for you, If Ai wasn't tech, Mushroom Dmt predictions, Frequency, Flow state, Fifa World Cup witches theory, Manny Pacquiao Mom casting spells, Bali Island Spirit ritual, Ghost stories, Possessed by Chat gpt, The DMT realm, Reincarnation, Animal theories, Elites are reptiles, Immortality & stem cells, Enhanced sports competitions, Unclothed cognition, Sosa's unlucky sweater, Negative & positive energy, God of war Kratos, GTA 6 theory, Subconscious influence and much more! -Start your free online visit at ⁠https://www.hims.com/jumpers⁠ Follow the podcast: @JumpersPodcast Follow Carlos: @CarlosJuico Follow Gavin: @GavinRutaa Check out the podcast on YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/JumpersJumpYT Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Marketplace All-in-One
    What it's like working as an animal talent agent

    Marketplace All-in-One

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2026 6:13


    This morning, as part of our "What's that Like?" series, where we get firsthand accounts from people working unusual jobs, we hear from animal talent agent Dawn Wolfe. She's the owner of the agency Pawsitively Famous and has worked with dogs, cats, reptiles, and even tarantulas. But first, a week after a memorandum of understanding between the U.S. and Iran, are ships able to transit the Strait of Hormuz?Every story has an economic angle. Want some in your inbox? Subscribe to our daily or weekly newsletter.Marketplace Morning Report is more than a radio show. Check out our original reporting and financial literacy content at marketplace.org — and consider making an investment in our future.Stories from this episode:Where do things stand with the Iran peace deal?Behind the scenes with an animal talent agent

    Our Hen House
    Wayne Hsiung’s Landmark Animal Rescue Appeal Wins Some, Loses Some: What It Means for the Right to Rescue

    Our Hen House

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2026 80:34


    Animal law attorney and activist Wayne Hsiung joins host Mariann Sullivan along with attorneys Chris Carraway and Steffen Seitz of the University of Denver’s Animal Activist Legal Defense Project to break down the California Court of Appeals decision in Hsiung’s criminal case—a pivotal ruling that overturned two of three trespass convictions stemming from actions at Sunrise Farms and Reichardt Duck Farm,…

    Marketplace Morning Report
    What it's like working as an animal talent agent

    Marketplace Morning Report

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2026 6:13


    This morning, as part of our "What's that Like?" series, where we get firsthand accounts from people working unusual jobs, we hear from animal talent agent Dawn Wolfe. She's the owner of the agency Pawsitively Famous and has worked with dogs, cats, reptiles, and even tarantulas. But first, a week after a memorandum of understanding between the U.S. and Iran, are ships able to transit the Strait of Hormuz?Every story has an economic angle. Want some in your inbox? Subscribe to our daily or weekly newsletter.Marketplace Morning Report is more than a radio show. Check out our original reporting and financial literacy content at marketplace.org — and consider making an investment in our future.Stories from this episode:Where do things stand with the Iran peace deal?Behind the scenes with an animal talent agent

    Huberman Lab
    Essentials: The Science of Eating for Health, Fat Loss & Lean Muscle | Dr. Layne Norton

    Huberman Lab

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2026 37:18


    In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode, my guest is Dr. Layne Norton, PhD, an expert in nutrition, fat loss, and metabolism. We discuss the science of energy balance and utilization, including practical strategies for building lean muscle and losing fat. We also cover optimal protein and fiber intake, artificial sweeteners, seed oils, and animal vs. plant-based protein sources. Read the episode show notes at hubermanlab.com. Thank you to our sponsors AG1: https://drinkag1.com/huberman Carbon: https://joincarbon.com/huberman Function: https://functionhealth.com/huberman Timestamps (00:00:00) Layne Norton (00:00:20) Energy Balance, Calories In Calories Out, Food Labels (00:04:10) Daily Energy Expenditure; Non-Exercise Activity Thermogenesis (NEAT) (00:07:43) Tool: Average Weight; Choosing a Sustainable Diet (00:09:24) Protocols Book; Sponsor: Carbon App (00:11:29) Tool: Weight Loss, Protein Intake & Building Muscle (00:14:35) Animal vs Plant Protein, Isolated Protein, Soy, Whey, Leucine, Corn (00:19:59) Sponsor: Function (00:21:37) Processed Foods & Calorie Overconsumption (00:23:27) Artificial Sweeteners, Weight Loss (00:26:15) Seed Oils, Saturated Fat (00:30:34) Sponsor: AG1 (00:31:53) Creatine Monohydrate, Dose (00:35:12) Building Confidence; Acknowledgements Disclaimer & Disclosures Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Our Hen House
    The Hen Report: “Depending on Who You Ask” | NAMs, Animal-Free Science & the Future of Lab Research

    Our Hen House

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2026 53:45


    In this episode of The Hen Report, Jasmin Singer and Mariann Sullivan welcome flock member and postdoctoral researcher Neha Nataraj from the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania. Neha attended the Johns Hopkins/PCRM Summer Immersion on Innovative Approaches in Science — a free, four-day conference focused on reducing and replacing animal use in biomedical research and toxicology —…

    Public Health On Call
    Animal Diseases and Human Health: The Sloth and Screwworm Episode

    Public Health On Call

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2026 21:49


    About this episode:   Headlines about sick sloths in Florida and the reemergence of the New World screwworm in the southwest are raising concerns about potential animal-to-human spillover of certain diseases. In this episode: an update on gammaherpesvirus at Sloth World, why experts are concerned about new screwworm cases, and what both of these situations may mean for human health. Guest:  Dr. Meghan Davis, PhD, MPH, is a veterinarian and chair of the Master of Public Health program at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. Host:  Lindsay Smith Rogers, MA, is the producer of the Public Health On Call podcast, an editor for Expert Insights, and the director of content strategy for the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health.  Show links and related content:  Mass Sloth Deaths in Florida Are a Warning About Wildlife Trade and Pandemic Risk, Scientists Say—Inside Climate News USDA Confirms Presence of New World Screwworm in the United States—USDA Could One Health Prevent the Next Pandemic?—Public Health On Call (September 2025) Transcript information: Looking for episode transcripts? Open our podcast on the Apple Podcasts app (desktop or mobile) or the Spotify mobile app to access an auto-generated transcript of any episode. Closed captioning is also available for every episode on our YouTube channel. Contact us: Have a question about something you heard? Looking for a transcript? Want to suggest a topic or guest? Contact us via email or visit our website. Follow us: @‌PublicHealthPod on Bluesky @‌PublicHealthPod on Instagram @‌JohnsHopkinsSPH on Facebook @‌PublicHealthOnCall on YouTube Here's our RSS feed Note: These podcasts are a conversation between the participants, and do not represent the position of Johns Hopkins University.

    All Shows Feed | Horse Radio Network
    Feeding Horses S1 E4: Hay is for Horses, Part 2

    All Shows Feed | Horse Radio Network

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2026 51:48


    In this episode, host Stephanie Ruff continues the conversation about hay. This month the focus is on how to get the most out of your hay – from the purchase to storage to reducing hay waste. And to help us with that, Stephanie talks to Dr. Bob Coleman, associate extension professor in the Department of Animal and Food Sciences in the College of Agriculture at the University of Kentucky, her alma mater. Dr. Coleman's extension program covers the state and focuses on nutrition, management and facility design. This is a subject near and dear to his heart. Take a listen!At Tribute Equine Nutrition, horses have always been at the heart of everything they do. As a family-owned company proudly manufacturing feed right here in the USA, Tribute believes in supporting both horses, and the people whose lives are touched by them. That's why, as America celebrates its 250th anniversary, Tribute is giving back through a special summer initiative supporting PATH International's Equine Services for Heroes program. Through equine-assisted services, these programs help veterans build confidence, connection, and healing through the power of horses.Throughout the summer, every bag of Tribute product sold helps support this important mission. Horse owners can also join the celebration with Tribute's limited-edition Patriotic Horse Treats, featuring festive red, white, and blue sprinkles.For those who aren't currently feeding Tribute, there's never been a better time to learn more. Tribute's team offers free, personalized feeding plans designed around each horse's unique needs, and new customers receive their first bag free.To learn more, visit TributeEquineNutrition.com and tell them Feeding Horses sent you!Watch Feeding Horses on YouTube or listen wherever you get your podcasts. Follow us below...Feeding Horses - Season 1, Episode 4 Guests and Links:Guest: Dr. Bob Coleman, associate extension professor in the Department of Animal and Food Sciences in the College of Agriculture at the University of KentuckyConnect with Host: Stephanie Ruff of TheHorse.com | Email the Show at editorial@thehorse.com |Watch Feeding Horses on YouTube or listen wherever you get your podcasts. Follow us here:Facebook – @TheHorseInstagram – @TheHorseMagYouTube – @TheHorseTikTok - @thehorsemagX – @TheHorsePintrest – @TheHorseMagWebsite – TheHorse.comEmail – editorial@thehorse.comDisclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended to replace professional veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The hosts and guests may discuss general nutrition concepts, research, and personal experiences, but these discussions should not be interpreted as specific recommendations for individual horses.The creators of this podcast make no guarantees regarding the accuracy, completeness, or applicability of the information discussed and assume no responsibility for actions taken based on the content of this podcast. Listeners are encouraged to seek professional guidance before making changes to their horse's diet, supplements, or healthcare program.

    My Veterinary Life
    Connecting People, Pets, and Purpose with Dr. Amanda Donnelly

    My Veterinary Life

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2026 23:03 Transcription Available


    Dr. Amanda Donnelly, a veterinary consultant, award-winning speaker, and author of Leading and Managing Veterinary Teams, is this quarter's featured guest. She shares her journey from growing up in a veterinary family to building a successful career spanning general practice, emergency medicine, industry leadership, and veterinary consulting. She discusses how a passion for communication, business, and the human-animal bond guided each career transition and ultimately led her to become a recognized speaker and author. She also highlights the power of effective communication in strengthening client relationships, supporting veterinary teams, and helping pets receive the care they deserve.Thank you to our podcast partner CareCredit. You can learn more about Veterinary Patient Financing for Providers through CareCredit by visiting: https://www.carecredit.com/providers/animal-healthcare/Remember, we want to hear from you! Please be sure to subscribe to our feed on Apple Podcasts and leave us a rating and review. You can also contact us at MVLpodcast@avma.org.Follow us on social media @AVMAVets #MyVetLife #MVLPodcast

    The David Pakman Show
    A cornered animal can be dangerous

    The David Pakman Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2026 65:30


    -- On the Show: -- Adam James, a licensed physical therapist working in home healthcare and content creator known as “epistemiccrisis,” joins us to discuss the state of Donald Trump's cognitive health -- Donald Trump sends JD Vance to Switzerland for peace talks, but immediately sabotages him by posting aggressive threats online -- Trump gives a rambling response regarding damage to the reflecting pool by baselessly blaming a box cutter, lawn vandals, and Obama -- A new poll reveals Donald Trump has reached a record-low 30% overall job approval and a dismal 26% approval rating on the economy -- Donald Trump is displaying an accelerating physical decline that includes diminished fine motor skills and a frequent reliance on others -- The official White House schedule exposes a massive 7.5 hour gap right in the middle of Donald Trump's normal workday -- Tucker Carlson attempts to publicly distance himself from the MAGA Republican Party despite spending years as its chief media architect -- On the Bonus Show: People fired over Charlie Kirk posts are getting six figure payouts, the Senate passes a bill to lower housing prices, a judge blocks a citizenship database that would purge voter rolls, and much more...

    Cattitude -  Cat podcast about cats as pets  on Pet Life Radio (PetLifeRadio.com)
    Cattitude - Episode 307 Bella, Django & a Vegas Cat Mystery

    Cattitude - Cat podcast about cats as pets on Pet Life Radio (PetLifeRadio.com)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2026 29:25 Transcription Available


    What happens when a glamorous Maine Coon cat from paradise teams up with a street-smart feline detective from Las Vegas? On this episode of Cattitude, Michelle Fern welcomes author Ellen Laura to discuss her delightful new cozy mystery, Bella and Django: A Vegas Velvet Caper. Inspired by her real-life Maine Coon, Bella, Ellen shares the heartwarming story behind the book, how a Christmas miracle brought Bella into her life, and why cats make such irresistible literary stars. From the famous Lanai Cat Sanctuary to the colorful world of Las Vegas, discover how imagination, mystery, friendship, and feline charm come together in a purr-fectly entertaining adventure. Whether you're a cat lover, mystery fan, or aspiring writer, this episode is packed with inspiration, laughter, and plenty of cattitude!EPISODE NOTES: Bella, Django & a Vegas Cat MysteryBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/cattitude-the-1-cat-podcast--6666768/support.

    New Books Network
    Robin Dembroff, "Real Men on Top: How Patriarchy Shapes Our Reality" (Oxford UP, 2026)

    New Books Network

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2026


    In Real Men on Top: How Patriarchy Shapes Our Reality (Oxford University Press, 2026), Robin Dembroff shows us that we don't just live in a patriarchal world. We live in a world that patriarchy taught us to see. Patriarchy is not simply a system where men dominate women, Dembroff argues. It is a deeper reality-shaping force that legitimizes economic exploitation, political injustice, and social cruelty by dividing all of us into the rigid categories of Man, Woman, Animal, and Child. These categories are presented as natural truths, but Dembroff reveals them as man-made myths--ones that construct a reality in which being characterized as Woman, Animal, or Child marks moral degradation. By no coincidence, feminization, dehumanization, and infantilization are the very degradations used to make a man 'less of a man'. But this book is more than critique; it's also a guide to transformation especially for those grappling with what it means to be a man under patriarchy. Patriarchy's myths celebrate the identity Man, but these myths are no friend to most men. Promising strength and superiority, they instead fuel isolation, emotional repression, and relentless pressure to prove oneself while propping up systems that enrich the powerful few. Rather than deliver freedom and prosperity, these myths entrap and impoverish. Real Men on Top invites readers to see through them and, in so doing, to find new possibilities for living, relating, and becoming human. Sharp, daring, and deeply felt, Real Men on Top is a book for anyone who senses that something is deeply wrong with the way we live and wants to understand how we got here, and where we might begin the work of remaking reality. Robin Dembroff is an Associate Professor of Philosophy at Yale University Caleb Zakarin is CEO and Publisher of the New Books Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

    Just So You Know
    Why Chefs Can't Ignore Animal Suffering

    Just So You Know

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2026 52:36


    In this episode of Just So You Know, Jamie and Justina sit down with legendary French chef Alexis Gauthier to talk about what it really means to be a chef in a world where animals are still treated like ingredients.What happens when a Michelin-starred French chef wakes up to the truth… and decides he can no longer profit from animal suffering?Alexis shares his powerful journey from serving foie gras, horse meat, and classical French cuisine built around animals… to completely transforming his restaurant, his career, and his voice into one rooted in compassion.This conversation goes deeper than food. It's about ethics, courage, creativity, and the responsibility that comes with feeding people.We get into:• How Alexis went from traditional French chef to vegan advocate• The protestors who helped spark his transformation• Why chefs have a moral responsibility to rethink what they serve• How he turned a Michelin-starred restaurant fully vegan• The pushback he got from customers, staff, and the culinary world• Why some chefs are still too scared to change• Whether plant-based food can really be “fine dining”• The creativity required to cook without relying on animals• Why restaurants that go back to serving animals are missing the point• His message to chefs who know the truth but still won't actThis isn't just about food.It's about conscience, leadership, and what it means to stop hiding behind tradition.If you've ever wondered whether great chefs can lead real change…this episode is for you.⸻ IF THIS EPISODE RESONATED

    New Books in Gender Studies
    Robin Dembroff, "Real Men on Top: How Patriarchy Shapes Our Reality" (Oxford UP, 2026)

    New Books in Gender Studies

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2026


    In Real Men on Top: How Patriarchy Shapes Our Reality (Oxford University Press, 2026), Robin Dembroff shows us that we don't just live in a patriarchal world. We live in a world that patriarchy taught us to see. Patriarchy is not simply a system where men dominate women, Dembroff argues. It is a deeper reality-shaping force that legitimizes economic exploitation, political injustice, and social cruelty by dividing all of us into the rigid categories of Man, Woman, Animal, and Child. These categories are presented as natural truths, but Dembroff reveals them as man-made myths--ones that construct a reality in which being characterized as Woman, Animal, or Child marks moral degradation. By no coincidence, feminization, dehumanization, and infantilization are the very degradations used to make a man 'less of a man'. But this book is more than critique; it's also a guide to transformation especially for those grappling with what it means to be a man under patriarchy. Patriarchy's myths celebrate the identity Man, but these myths are no friend to most men. Promising strength and superiority, they instead fuel isolation, emotional repression, and relentless pressure to prove oneself while propping up systems that enrich the powerful few. Rather than deliver freedom and prosperity, these myths entrap and impoverish. Real Men on Top invites readers to see through them and, in so doing, to find new possibilities for living, relating, and becoming human. Sharp, daring, and deeply felt, Real Men on Top is a book for anyone who senses that something is deeply wrong with the way we live and wants to understand how we got here, and where we might begin the work of remaking reality. Robin Dembroff is an Associate Professor of Philosophy at Yale University Caleb Zakarin is CEO and Publisher of the New Books Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/gender-studies

    New Books in LGBTQ+ Studies
    Robin Dembroff, "Real Men on Top: How Patriarchy Shapes Our Reality" (Oxford UP, 2026)

    New Books in LGBTQ+ Studies

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2026


    In Real Men on Top: How Patriarchy Shapes Our Reality (Oxford University Press, 2026), Robin Dembroff shows us that we don't just live in a patriarchal world. We live in a world that patriarchy taught us to see. Patriarchy is not simply a system where men dominate women, Dembroff argues. It is a deeper reality-shaping force that legitimizes economic exploitation, political injustice, and social cruelty by dividing all of us into the rigid categories of Man, Woman, Animal, and Child. These categories are presented as natural truths, but Dembroff reveals them as man-made myths--ones that construct a reality in which being characterized as Woman, Animal, or Child marks moral degradation. By no coincidence, feminization, dehumanization, and infantilization are the very degradations used to make a man 'less of a man'. But this book is more than critique; it's also a guide to transformation especially for those grappling with what it means to be a man under patriarchy. Patriarchy's myths celebrate the identity Man, but these myths are no friend to most men. Promising strength and superiority, they instead fuel isolation, emotional repression, and relentless pressure to prove oneself while propping up systems that enrich the powerful few. Rather than deliver freedom and prosperity, these myths entrap and impoverish. Real Men on Top invites readers to see through them and, in so doing, to find new possibilities for living, relating, and becoming human. Sharp, daring, and deeply felt, Real Men on Top is a book for anyone who senses that something is deeply wrong with the way we live and wants to understand how we got here, and where we might begin the work of remaking reality. Robin Dembroff is an Associate Professor of Philosophy at Yale University Caleb Zakarin is CEO and Publisher of the New Books Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/lgbtq-studies

    Once There Was a Podcast
    S2E9: There Was a Curator of Marine Life and Animal Ambassadors (ft. Maia Allison)

    Once There Was a Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2026 39:08


    Our next guest is Maia Allison.  She works at the National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium as the Curator of Marine Life and Animal Ambassadors.  Join us as we discuss finding marine biology through friends and family, moving around the states, the importance of museums and aquariums as rehabilitation sites, and telling the story of the ripple effect.     Storytime: The Origins of the Museum and Aquarium   Special Thanks to: Maia Allison Alex (my sound guru) Helena and Weston Fantz (of the band Not Jupiter) for the music My Wife and Daughter  You   Mississippi River Museum Website: https://www.rivermuseum.org/   Instagram:  Oncetherewasapod River Museum Instagram Facebook: Once There Was a Podcast Podcast Email: oncetherewasapod@gmail.com Linktree: https://linktr.ee/oncetherewasapod  Storytime Submission Link (requires a sign-in for security reasons): https://forms.gle/Qd4XCkrBxtBnJeRp9   Additional Audio and Music: Music by Helena and Weston Fantz (Not Jupiter) Franz Gordon/Morning Blues/Courtesy of Epidemic Sound High School Crowd 1/Courtesy of Epidemic Sound

    New Books in Women's History
    Robin Dembroff, "Real Men on Top: How Patriarchy Shapes Our Reality" (Oxford UP, 2026)

    New Books in Women's History

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2026


    In Real Men on Top: How Patriarchy Shapes Our Reality (Oxford University Press, 2026), Robin Dembroff shows us that we don't just live in a patriarchal world. We live in a world that patriarchy taught us to see. Patriarchy is not simply a system where men dominate women, Dembroff argues. It is a deeper reality-shaping force that legitimizes economic exploitation, political injustice, and social cruelty by dividing all of us into the rigid categories of Man, Woman, Animal, and Child. These categories are presented as natural truths, but Dembroff reveals them as man-made myths--ones that construct a reality in which being characterized as Woman, Animal, or Child marks moral degradation. By no coincidence, feminization, dehumanization, and infantilization are the very degradations used to make a man 'less of a man'. But this book is more than critique; it's also a guide to transformation especially for those grappling with what it means to be a man under patriarchy. Patriarchy's myths celebrate the identity Man, but these myths are no friend to most men. Promising strength and superiority, they instead fuel isolation, emotional repression, and relentless pressure to prove oneself while propping up systems that enrich the powerful few. Rather than deliver freedom and prosperity, these myths entrap and impoverish. Real Men on Top invites readers to see through them and, in so doing, to find new possibilities for living, relating, and becoming human. Sharp, daring, and deeply felt, Real Men on Top is a book for anyone who senses that something is deeply wrong with the way we live and wants to understand how we got here, and where we might begin the work of remaking reality. Robin Dembroff is an Associate Professor of Philosophy at Yale University Caleb Zakarin is CEO and Publisher of the New Books Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    New Books in Politics
    Robin Dembroff, "Real Men on Top: How Patriarchy Shapes Our Reality" (Oxford UP, 2026)

    New Books in Politics

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2026


    In Real Men on Top: How Patriarchy Shapes Our Reality (Oxford University Press, 2026), Robin Dembroff shows us that we don't just live in a patriarchal world. We live in a world that patriarchy taught us to see. Patriarchy is not simply a system where men dominate women, Dembroff argues. It is a deeper reality-shaping force that legitimizes economic exploitation, political injustice, and social cruelty by dividing all of us into the rigid categories of Man, Woman, Animal, and Child. These categories are presented as natural truths, but Dembroff reveals them as man-made myths--ones that construct a reality in which being characterized as Woman, Animal, or Child marks moral degradation. By no coincidence, feminization, dehumanization, and infantilization are the very degradations used to make a man 'less of a man'. But this book is more than critique; it's also a guide to transformation especially for those grappling with what it means to be a man under patriarchy. Patriarchy's myths celebrate the identity Man, but these myths are no friend to most men. Promising strength and superiority, they instead fuel isolation, emotional repression, and relentless pressure to prove oneself while propping up systems that enrich the powerful few. Rather than deliver freedom and prosperity, these myths entrap and impoverish. Real Men on Top invites readers to see through them and, in so doing, to find new possibilities for living, relating, and becoming human. Sharp, daring, and deeply felt, Real Men on Top is a book for anyone who senses that something is deeply wrong with the way we live and wants to understand how we got here, and where we might begin the work of remaking reality. Robin Dembroff is an Associate Professor of Philosophy at Yale University Caleb Zakarin is CEO and Publisher of the New Books Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/politics-and-polemics

    The Rush Hour with MG & Liam
    FULL SHOW| Millie was sprayed with animal flea treatment… and her dad did it.

    The Rush Hour with MG & Liam

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2026 44:00


    HINDY HAS GONE NATIONAL! He filled in for Jarch today on Lu & Jarch, and fair to say, Maroon and Millie had something to say about it. They also chat to Issac eats-a-lot about the best chicken shops in Sydney and Millie stole something from Leichhardt Oval….See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    New Books in American Politics
    Robin Dembroff, "Real Men on Top: How Patriarchy Shapes Our Reality" (Oxford UP, 2026)

    New Books in American Politics

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2026


    In Real Men on Top: How Patriarchy Shapes Our Reality (Oxford University Press, 2026), Robin Dembroff shows us that we don't just live in a patriarchal world. We live in a world that patriarchy taught us to see. Patriarchy is not simply a system where men dominate women, Dembroff argues. It is a deeper reality-shaping force that legitimizes economic exploitation, political injustice, and social cruelty by dividing all of us into the rigid categories of Man, Woman, Animal, and Child. These categories are presented as natural truths, but Dembroff reveals them as man-made myths--ones that construct a reality in which being characterized as Woman, Animal, or Child marks moral degradation. By no coincidence, feminization, dehumanization, and infantilization are the very degradations used to make a man 'less of a man'. But this book is more than critique; it's also a guide to transformation especially for those grappling with what it means to be a man under patriarchy. Patriarchy's myths celebrate the identity Man, but these myths are no friend to most men. Promising strength and superiority, they instead fuel isolation, emotional repression, and relentless pressure to prove oneself while propping up systems that enrich the powerful few. Rather than deliver freedom and prosperity, these myths entrap and impoverish. Real Men on Top invites readers to see through them and, in so doing, to find new possibilities for living, relating, and becoming human. Sharp, daring, and deeply felt, Real Men on Top is a book for anyone who senses that something is deeply wrong with the way we live and wants to understand how we got here, and where we might begin the work of remaking reality. Robin Dembroff is an Associate Professor of Philosophy at Yale University Caleb Zakarin is CEO and Publisher of the New Books Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Daf Yomi: Babble on Talmud
    How Many Broken Ribs Make an Animal Treif? — Daf Yomi Chullin 52

    Daf Yomi: Babble on Talmud

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2026 44:59


    Daf Yomi Chullin 52Episode 2360Babble on Talmud with Sruli RappsJoin the chat: https://chat.whatsapp.com/LMbsU3a5f4Y3b61DxFRsqfMERCH: https://www.etsy.com/shop/BabbleOnTalmudSefaria: https://www.sefaria.org.il/Chullin.52a?lang=heEmail: sruli@babbleontalmud.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/babble_on_talmudFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Babble-on-Talmud-100080258961218/#dafyomi #talmud00:00 Intro  00:51 Wrap up falling from a roof04:26 Broken ribs42:08 Conclusion

    Japan Station: A Podcast by Japankyo.com
    He climbed Japan's 100 FAMOUS mountains

    Japan Station: A Podcast by Japankyo.com

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2026 53:55


    On this episode of Japan Station, we're joined by the first confirmed American to climb Japan's "100 famous mountains" (hyakumēzan, 百名山): Wes Lang. We also talk about his experiences climbing Japan's tallest mountains and more.

    Animal Tales: The Kids' Story Podcast
    Lost In Cairo

    Animal Tales: The Kids' Story Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2026 17:34 Transcription Available


    A family take a trip to Eygpt, only to lose their dog in the city of Cairo. Written especially for this podcast by Alice.  If you enjoyed this story, please do leave us a review.  And, if you'd like to suggest an animal for a future Animal Tales story, you can do so by emailing podcast@animaltales.uk. We would love to hear from you.  Animal Tales Books!Collections of Animal Tales children's stories are available to buy exclusively at Amazon. Simply search for Animal Tales Short Stories or follow this link: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0CLJQZ9C9?binding=paperback&ref=dbs_dp_sirpi Become a PREMIUM SubscriberYou can now enjoy Animal Tales by becoming a Premium Subscriber. This gets you:All episodes in our catalogue advert freeBonus Premium-only episodes (one per week) which will never be used on the main podcastWe guarantee to use one of your animal suggestions in a storyYou can sign up through Apple Podcasts or through Supercast and there are both monthly and yearly plans available.   Discover a brand new story every Monday, Wednesday and Friday – just for you!  You can find more Animal Tales at www.animaltales.ukA Note About The AdvertsIn order to allow us to make these stories we offer a premium subscription and run adverts. The adverts are not chosen by us, but played automatically depending on the platform you listen through (Apple Podcasts, Spotify, etc) and the country you live in. The adverts may even be different if you listen to the story twice.We have had a handful of instances where an advert has played that is not suitable for a family audience, despite the podcast clearly being labelled for children. If you're concerned about an advert you hear, please contact the platform you are listening to directly. Spotify, in particular, has proven problematic in the past, for both inappropriate adverts and the volume at which the adverts play. If you find this happening, please let Spotify know via their Facebook customer care page. As creators, we want your child's experience to be a pleasurable one. Running adverts is necessary to allow us to operate, but please do consider the premium subscription service as an alternative – it's advert free.

    Baleine sous Gravillon (BSG)
    S07E166 Annoncer SA couleur 1/3 : Qui c'est Raoul ?

    Baleine sous Gravillon (BSG)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2026 23:22


    Que seraient nos vies sans les couleurs ? Leurs rôles dans le Vivant sont souvent mé- ou inconnus du grand public. Pourtant, elles sont un des langages, une des conditions sine qua non du Vivant… Il était tant que BSG consacre aux couleurs une grande saga inédite.Après les couleurs "classiques" (rouge, jaune, vert, bleu, noir et blanc), nous essayons aujourd'hui de "faire -scence";)Dans cette dernière série de la saison, Frédéric et Marc se penchent sur l'importance des couleurs pour la sexualité, donc pour l'Évolution.Invité : Frédéric Archaux, biologiste et chercheur, auteur de Toutes les couleurs de la nature (Quae, 2025).___

    Baleine sous Gravillon (BSG)
    S07E167 Annoncer SA couleur 2/3 : Ces ♀ plus colorées que les ♂

    Baleine sous Gravillon (BSG)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2026 21:17


    Que seraient nos vies sans les couleurs ? Leurs rôles dans le Vivant sont souvent mé- ou inconnus du grand public. Pourtant, elles sont un des langages, une des conditions sine qua non du Vivant… Il était tant que BSG consacre aux couleurs une grande saga inédite.Après les couleurs "classiques" (rouge, jaune, vert, bleu, noir et blanc), nous essayons aujourd'hui de "faire -scence";)Dans cette dernière série de la saison, Frédéric et Marc se penchent sur l'importance des couleurs pour la sexualité, donc pour l'Évolution.Invité : Frédéric Archaux, biologiste et chercheur, auteur de Toutes les couleurs de la nature (Quae, 2025).___

    Baleine sous Gravillon (BSG)
    S07E168 Annoncer SA couleur 3/3 : Quand et pourquoi le Vivant s'est emparé des couleurs ?

    Baleine sous Gravillon (BSG)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2026 34:21


    Que seraient nos vies sans les couleurs ? Leurs rôles dans le Vivant sont souvent mé- ou inconnus du grand public. Pourtant, elles sont un des langages, une des conditions sine qua non du Vivant… Il était tant que BSG consacre aux couleurs une grande saga inédite.Après les couleurs "classiques" (rouge, jaune, vert, bleu, noir et blanc), nous essayons aujourd'hui de "faire -scence";)Dans cette dernière série de la saison, Frédéric et Marc se penchent sur l'importance des couleurs pour la sexualité, donc pour l'Évolution.Invité : Frédéric Archaux, biologiste et chercheur, auteur de Toutes les couleurs de la nature (Quae, 2025).___

    Es la Mañana del Fin de Semana
    Ecología para todos: El Día Mundial de la Jirafa, un animal excepcional

    Es la Mañana del Fin de Semana

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2026 15:33


    Miguel del Pino hoy dedica su sección a la jirafa en su Día Mundial, ¡un animal excepcional y fascinante! ¡No te lo pierdas!

    Shout It Out Loudcast
    Episode 385 "Sonic Boom Over Europe Tour"

    Shout It Out Loudcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2026 88:47


    This week Tom & Zeus review the 2010 Sonic Boom Over Europe Tour which was in support of their 19th studio album, "Sonic Boom." This is SIOL's 13th KISS tour reviewed. Sonic Boom was released on October 6, 2009 and the tour began on May 1, 2010 in Sheffield, England in and ended at the Graspop Metal Meeting Festival in Belgium on June 27, 2010. This tour was with the final KISS lineup of Gene Simmons, Paul Stanley, Eric Singer and Tommy Thayer. The tour was strictly in Europe. When the support of the album went to the United States it was referred as the Hottest Show On Earth Tour, which SIOL already covered on Episode 121. The stage was different from the Alive 35 tour and featured a huge HD video screen and KISS updated costumes which modernized their 1970's look with a variety of different items. The setlist featured 3 new songs from Sonic Boom, Modern Day Delilah which opened the show, Say Yeah and I'm An Animal, and many of the classic songs from KISS. As usual, the guys breakdown the costumes, stage, set list and overall tour. They then rank the costumes, stage, set list and overall tour against the previous tours reviewed so far. So tune in and hear about a tour where KISS actually added songs to a setlist!   To Purchase Shout It Out Loudcast's KISS Book “Raise Your Glasses: A Celebration Of 50 Years of KISS Songs By Celebrities, Musicians & Fans Please Click Below:   ⁠Raise Your Glasses Book⁠   For all things Shout It Out Loudcast the #1 KISS Podcast check out our amazing website by clicking below:   ⁠www.ShoutItOutLoudcast.com⁠   Interested in more Shout It Out Loudcast content?  Care to help us out?  Come join us on Patreon by clicking below:   ⁠SIOL Patreon⁠   Get all your Shout It Out Loudcast Merchandise by clicking below:   ⁠Shout It Out Loudcast Merch At Printify⁠   Shop At Our Amazon Store by clicking below: ⁠Shout It Out Loudcast Amazon Store⁠   Please Email us comments or suggestions by clicking below: ⁠ShoutItOutLoudcast@Gmail.com⁠   Please subscribe to us and give us a 5 Star (Child) review on the following places below: ⁠iTunes⁠ ⁠Podchaser⁠ ⁠Stitcher⁠ ⁠iHeart Radio⁠ ⁠Spotify ⁠   Please follow us and like our social media pages clicking below: ⁠Twitter⁠ ⁠Facebook Page⁠ ⁠Facebook Group Page Shout It Out Loudcasters⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠YouTube⁠   Proud Member of the Pantheon Podcast click below to see the website: ⁠Pantheon Podcast Network⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Spoil My Movie!
    Pop-Up Animal Clinic

    Spoil My Movie!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2026 22:01


    We're back with Alia's Dog Training & Rescue for the next step after the pulga fundraiser. Now it's time for the pop-up animal clinic, using donations to subsidize sterilization of 42 cats and dogs! It was very cool to have such a revealing look behind the scenes, and to see just how well-organized an event it is. A big thank you to everyone who has donated, and a special thank you to the anonymous donors who provided all-new, great quality children's clothing and shoes. If you would like to make a donation, you can reach out to Alia's Dog Training & Rescue on Facebook or Instagram:IG: AliasDogTraining | FB: Alia's Dog Training & RescueDominicated will also accept donations on Alia's behalf. Find us on Facebook and Instagram:IG: DominicatedPodcast | FB: DominicatedOr hit us up at dominicatedpodcast(at)gmail(dot)com. Thank you also to the 3 Mariposas school in Sosúa for donating this beautiful space. Francesca is a musician and she'll be featured in a future episode. For now, check out Los Frescos Band:IG: losfrescosbandIf you also can't stop touching stray animals and think you might have ringworm (or any other medical needs while in Cabarete):Dr. Gideon Plaut | FB: Cemedin- Dr. Gideon PlautWe love tips! Send us a tip at buymeacoffee.com/dominicatedOur theme music is "Beat de Bachata Guaracha" by Flakito Gil Beatz#animals #puppies #kitties #spayandneuter #veterinary #fundraising #charity #dominicanrepublic #republicadominicana #expat #immigrant #travel

    God And Our Dogs with Meg Grier
    God And Our Dogs - Dwaine Rivers 6-20-26

    God And Our Dogs with Meg Grier

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2026 14:01


    Join host Meg Grier on God and Our Dogs as she interviews Dwaine Rivers of the Rivers Team with Phyllis Browning. Dwaine shares an incredible 12-day journey of faith, persistence, and divine intervention when his daughter's Australian Shepherd, Raya, went missing on her wedding day in Bay City, Texas. This heartwarming story demonstrates how God's fingerprints appear in unexpected places - from a traumatic storm that caused Raya to escape, to an entire community rallying together in prayer and search efforts. Despite crossing busy highways and navigating railroad tracks and canals, Raya was miraculously protected for nearly two weeks. The turning point came through divine guidance from an animal behaviorist who advised a simple but profound approach: just sit quietly with another familiar dog. Within 10 minutes, Raya emerged from the woods, completely healthy. This powerful metaphor reminds us how God patiently waits for us, and sometimes the best way to help those who are lost is simply to be present. Key Takeaways: Faith and persistence in the face of overwhelming odds The power of community support and prayer Trusting expert guidance even when it doesn't make sense God's protection and perfect timing Lessons about approaching lost friends with patience and presence About Dwaine Rivers: Real estate expert with 40+ years of experience, award-winning horseman, community leader, and devoted dog lover with the Rivers Team. 0:00 - Introduction to God and Our Dogs podcast 1:04 - Meet Dwaine Rivers - real estate expert and dog lover 1:49 - The Rivers family: from 10 dogs down to 6 2:15 - The wedding day crisis begins 3:07 - Raya escapes during a storm in Bay City, Texas 3:54 - The groom's remarkable decision at noon 4:36 - Wedding proceeds despite the crisis 4:55 - Bay City community mobilizes in prayer and search 5:15 - Raya spotted across town - crossing railroad tracks and canals 5:58 - Animal behaviorist explains traumatized dog behavior 6:21 - 12 days of searching and divine protection 6:30 - Raya crosses 4-lane highway multiple times unharmed 7:13 - The solution: Dakota, the familiar friend dog 7:38 - Miracle moment: Raya emerges in less than 10 minutes 8:21 - Found 100% healthy after 12 days 8:42 - Lessons about not giving up 9:24 - Priorities: marriage first, then continuing the search 10:54 - Following expert advice that didn't make sense 11:42 - Bay City celebrates - local newspaper covers the story 12:01 - About the Rivers Team real estate services 12:43 - Thought to "paw-nder": being present for neighbors in need 13:34 - Closing and how to connect Host: Meg Grier - Stories@GodAndOurDogs.com Website: www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100072683640098 God and Our Dogs airs every Saturday at 11:15am on Boerne Radio 103.9FM - www.boerneradio.com. Air Date: 6/20/26See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Psychology In Seattle Podcast
    Animal Empathy, Pet Grief, and AI Companions

    Psychology In Seattle Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2026 67:03 Transcription Available


    Dr Kirk and Humberto answer patron emails. June 19, 2026This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.00:00 PiS Out of Context03:08 Why might I have such intense empathy for animals?19:47 How can I support my partner in mutual grief?38:23 Is AI sentient?49:37 How might therapists approach clients with AI companions?Support us by... Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/joinBecome a patron: https://www.patreon.com/PsychologyInSeattleContact us/more info... Email: https://www.psychologyinseattle.com/contactAbout Dr. Kirk: https://www.psychologyinseattle.com/about-dr-kirk-hondaWebsite: https://www.psychologyinseattle.comGet stuff... Merch: https://psychologyinseattle-shop.fourthwall.com/KIRKgram (like Cameo): https://www.psychologyinseattle.com/kirkgramThe Psychology In Seattle Podcast ®Trigger Warning: This episode may include topics such as assault, trauma, and discrimination. If necessary, listeners are encouraged to refrain from listening and care for their safety and well-being. Disclaimer: The content provided is for educational, informational, and entertainment purposes only. Nothing here constitutes personal or professional consultation, therapy, diagnosis, or creates a counselor-client relationship. Topics discussed may generate differing points of view. If you participate (by being a guest, submitting a question, or commenting) you must do so with the knowledge that we cannot control reactions or responses from others, which may not agree with you or feel unfair. Your participation on this site is at your own risk, accepting full responsibility for any liability or harm that may result. Anything you write here may be used for discussion or endorsement of the podcast. Opinions and views expressed by the host and guest hosts are personal views. Although we take precautions and fact check, they should not be considered facts and the opinions may change. Opinions posted by participants (such as comments) are not those of the hosts. Readers should not rely on any information found here and should perform due diligence before taking any action. For a more extensive description of factors for you to consider, please see www.psychologyinseattle.com

    Angel City Zen Center
    Animal Nature (Self Trust) w/ Sara Campbell

    Angel City Zen Center

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2026 35:50


    Sara takes an unflinching look at learning to trust our selves despite or maybe because of whatever messes we may have made in our lives along the way. What's the difference between the mind that aspires to our best intentions and the one that actually tries to put them into practice? What sort of wonderful demons can we look forward to making friends with along the way? Can we actually do Zen practice, or does it do us?? Find out here!

    Culture Kids Podcast
    Meet Polar Bears, Pandas & Orangutans! A Wild Animal Adventure for Kids

    Culture Kids Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2026 18:32


    Hop aboard the Culture Train with Kristen and Asher as they head to the world famous San Diego Zoo to meet wildlife specialist Marco Wendt. Twelve thousand animals, more than 650 species, and a whole lot of heart await on this stop in sunny San Diego, California. In this episode, families will discover: Why San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is a nonprofit conservation organization, not just a zoo, and how their work has helped reintroduce more than 44 endangered species back into the wild The incredible true story of Tatqiq, a polar bear rescued as an orphaned cub in Alaska, who now helps scientists understand how polar bears hear, move, and survive a warming Arctic How Karen the orangutan became the first great ape in history to undergo open heart surgery, and how she's thriving today with her orangutan and siamang family The journey of giant pandas from Endangered to Vulnerable, and just how much bamboo it takes to keep Yun Chuan and Xin Bao happy (hint: it's a lot~!) About our guest: Marco Wendt has worked as a wildlife specialist at the San Diego Zoo for almost thirty years, caring for everything from cranes and cassowaries to red river hogs and giant pandas. A huge thank you to San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance for believing in our work and partnering with us on this episode and for the incredible work they do protecting wildlife for future generations.  About San Diego Zoo The San Diego Zoo is located at 2920 Zoo Drive in Balboa Park, San Diego, CA 92101, and is operated by the San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance, an international nonprofit committed to creating a world where all life thrives. The Zoo is 100 acres and home to more than 12,000 animals representing over 650 species and subspecies!  Website: zoo.sandiegozoo.orgWildlife Alliance site: sandiegozoowildlifealliance.orgInstagram: @sandiegozooFacebook: facebook.com/SanDiegoZooTikTok: @sandiegozooX: @sandiegozoo SUPPORT CULTURE KIDS If you enjoyed today's adventure, please subscribe, leave a review, and share Culture Kids with a family you love. Every share helps more children discover new places, meet new people, and grow curious about the world around them. Culture Kids is a nonprofit organization creating free educational adventures for families around the world. Join our newsletter:https://culturekidsmedia.com Support our mission:https://culturekidsproductions.org Follow Culture Kids: Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/culturekidsproductions Credits: Host & Producer: Kristen Kim Co Host & Co Producer: Asher Kim Guest & Collaborator: Marco Wendt Sponsored By: San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance Script Review/Academic Consultant: Elisha Li Audio Engineering: Robin Lai Music & Sound FX: Envato Elements

    Radiolab
    Bonus: Wild Animal Dads from Terrestrials

    Radiolab

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2026 35:38


    In honor of Father's Day, here is a family friendly bonus episode from our kids' podcast Terrestrials.  What does it really mean to be a dad? In the animal world, fathers have long been painted as aggressive or absent. At best providers and protectors, but certainly not caregivers. And yet for every tale of a lion or chimp dad eating its own young (yikes!), there's another creature who tells a sweeter story.  Two HUMAN dads bring us on this DADventure: Dr. Eduardo Fernandez-Duque, who has spent decades studying owl monkey dads in the forests of Argentina, and Michael Feigelson, who once worried he wasn't cut out for the softer side of parenting.  They introduce us to seahorse dads who get pregnant, poison dart frog dads who give piggyback rides to their tadpoles, Darwin frogs who swallow their eggs to keep them safe, burying beetles who build "corpse cribs," jacana birds who do all the egg-sitting, and stickleback fish who construct intricate underwater nests for their young. Along the way, we learn that nature doesn't offer just one model of fatherhood. Alongside Mother Nature... there just might be a Father Nature, too. Special thanks to the Van Leer Foundation for the support of this episode.  Resources on Animal fatherhood Eduardo Duque's Owl Monkey Project: https://www.owlmonkeyproject.com/ An interview with Eduardo in Yale News Lauren O'Connell lab – frog behaviour Short explainer: frog parenting research Stickleback fish parenting study (Alison Bell) Alison Bell lab video Human fatherhood  Fathertime by Sarah Blaffer Hrdy ECM interview: evolution of “man the nurturer” Lee Gettler – biology of fatherhood (video) Lee Gettler article in Early Childhood Matters Darby Saxbe book: Dad Brain Darby Saxbe Article in Early Childhood Matters Talks, films & convenings Yale Conference on Fatherhood Live Recording of Yale Conference:  Fathers and Fatherhood: From Molecules to Modern Families Fathertime documentary Campaigns & global perspectives Equimundo's State of World's fathers report Men Care Changemakers Journey Parenting Out Loud (Elliot Rae) Terrestrials was created by Lulu Miller with WNYC studios. This episode was produced by Tanya Chawla, with sound design by Mira Burt-Wintonick. Sarah Sandbach is our Executive Producer. Our team also includes Ana González, Alan Goffinski, Natalia Ramirez, and Joe Plourde. Fact checking by Angely Mercado.  Signup for our newsletter!! It includes short essays, recommendations, and details about other ways to interact with the show. Sign up (https://radiolab.org/newsletter)! Radiolab is supported by listeners like you. Support Radiolab by becoming a member of The Lab (https://members.radiolab.org/) today. Follow our show on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook @radiolab, and share your thoughts with us by emailing radiolab@wnyc.org. Leadership support for Radiolab's science programming is provided by the Simons Foundation and the John Templeton Foundation. Foundational support for Radiolab was provided by the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    The Jim Hill Media Podcast Network
    Mickey's Big Birthday Plans Keep Missing Their Cue (Ep. 104)

    The Jim Hill Media Podcast Network

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2026 56:06


    Jim Hill and Lauren Hersey are back with a merch-packed episode that starts at Target, swings through Walt Disney World, and lands deep in Mickey Mouse history. Lauren shares what she spotted on her latest Florida trip, from Muppets merch and Uncle Deadly deep cuts to Disney's colorful new Logo Mania collections. Then Jim looks back at Disney's repeated attempts to give Mickey Mouse a milestone birthday celebration big enough for the big screen, and why those plans often arrived late, changed shape, or became something else entirely. NEWS • Golden Girls returns to the bookstore with Death on the Lanai, the second mystery novel in Disney's sitcom-inspired series. • Target's Disney Fan Snacks line brings character-shaped chips to the aisle, including Darth Vader corn chips and Grogu-inspired flavors. • Toy Story 5 merch arrives early with Ginormous, a truly oversized plush pig that may require its own shopping cart. • Lauren checks out Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets merch, including Kermit keychains, Miss Piggy gear, and Animal-focused designs. • Walt Disney World's Logo Mania collections lean into color-coded Disney fan moments, from Last Day of Trip Blues to Popcorn on Main Street. FEATURE • Jim revisits how The Sorcerer's Apprentice began as a Mickey birthday short before growing into Fantasia. • Disney's planned Jack and the Beanstalk feature for Mickey's 15th birthday was derailed by World War II and eventually reshaped into Fun and Fancy Free. • Mickey's 60th birthday brought a star-studded NBC special and the temporary Magic Kingdom land that became surprisingly permanent. • The abandoned Search for Mickey Mouse would have sent Disney characters across the animated canon before evolving into Mickey, Donald, Goofy: The Three Musketeers. HOSTS • Jim Hill - X/Twitter: @JimHillMedia | Instagram: @JimHillMedia | Website: jimhillmedia.com • Lauren Hersey - X/Twitter: @laurenhersey2 | Instagram: @lauren_hersey_ FOLLOW • Facebook: @JimHillMediaNews • YouTube: @jimhillmedia • TikTok: @jimhillmedia • Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/jimhillmedia/ SUPPORT Support the show and access bonus episodes and additional content at https://www.patreon.com/jimhillmedia. PRODUCTION CREDITS Edited by Dave Grey Produced by Eric Hersey - https://strongmindedagency.com SPONSOR This episode is brought to you by UnlockedMagic.com, your go-to source for great deals on Disney and Universal tickets. If a trip to the parks is on your radar for 2026, head over to Unlocked Magic and let their team help make your next vacation just a little bit more magical. If you would like to sponsor a show on the Jim Hill Media Podcast Network, reach out today. https://www.jimhillmedia.com/sponsor/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    The KVJ Show
    The KVJ Show (06-18-26)

    The KVJ Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2026 134:33


    00:00:00- Show Intro00:05:25- Dennys Was Assaulted... Kinda00:10:59- Workers In Auto-Pilot00:21:40- Missing Items After Having Guests00:30:06- Gilgo Beach Serial Killer00:36:35- Dirt of the Day00:44:40- Biggest Music D-Bags00:54:09- World Cup00:59:47- Digital Drama01:06:23- Producer Dennys Joke Jury01:08:28- Dirt of the Day01:17:02- Majority Rule01:22:54- Make Up Or Break Up01:33:38- Whacked Out News01:44:41- What's On Your Mind01:51:52- Dennys or Animal 01:55:47- The Hot Apple Pie Is Back At McDonalds02:00:35- Fast Food Items That Need To Come Back02:05:51- Most Popular Boomer Fast Food Options02:09:08- Things Boomers Were Right About and Thought of the DaySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Past Lives with Mayra Rath
    Pet Loss & Reincarnation - The Soul Behind My Dog's Eyes

    Past Lives with Mayra Rath

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2026 33:10


    What happens when the grief of losing a beloved pet never goes away?In this powerful episode of Past Lives with Mayra Rath, we explore the extraordinary bond between a woman and her dog, Asher, whose passing left her heartbroken and unable to move forward. Through Past Life Regression and spiritual exploration, we uncover whether our pets are more than animal companions—and if they may be souls who have traveled with us through multiple lifetimes.Many people who have experienced pet loss understand the deep pain that comes when a cherished dog or cat crosses the Rainbow Bridge. But what if the connection doesn't end with death? What if our pets are members of our soul family, returning lifetime after lifetime to love, guide, protect, and heal us?In this fascinating conversation, we discuss:• Pet loss and grief healing• Signs from deceased pets• Animal souls and reincarnation• Past life connections with pets• Soul contracts and soul companions• The spiritual purpose of animals• Messages from pets in the afterlife• Evidence of animal reincarnation• The human-animal soul bond• Healing unresolved grief through hypnosis and regressionWhether you've lost a beloved dog, cat, horse, or other animal companion, this episode offers hope, comfort, and a deeper understanding of the sacred connection between humans and animals.#PetLoss #AnimalReincarnation #PastLifeRegression #DogLoss #PetGrief #AnimalAfterlife #SoulConnections #RainbowBridge #SpiritualHealing #Hypnosis #PastLives #MayraRath #SoulSignsHypnosis #AnimalCommunication #AfterlifeEvidence #ReincarnationMayra Rath is a Spiritual Hypnotherapist specializing in Past Life Regression Therapy and QHHT Hypnosis. With over 26 years of experience, she has guided countless individuals through transformative journeys into their past lives, helping them uncover deep-rooted patterns and heal emotional wounds and traumas connected to previous incarnations.Based in Los Angeles, Mayra conducts sessions through her private practice, Soul Signs Hypnosis, both in-person and remotely.Connect with me Website: https://www.soulsigns.netSocial Media:TIKTOK:@SoulSignsHypnosisInstagram:@SoulSignsHypnosisFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1009959799420939 Youtube: @SoulSignsHypnosisPODCAST: Past Lives with Mayra Rath (Apple & Spotify)#pastlivespodcast #starseedmeaning #starseedactivations #qhhtpractitioner #qhhtsessions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    The Story of My Pet Podcast
    Legacy of Ebenezer the Donkey. How One Animal Became a Local Community Legend

    The Story of My Pet Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2026 37:38 Transcription Available


    Legacy of Ebenezer the Donkey. How One Animal Became a Local Community LegendIn this episode of The Story of My Pet podcast, Julie Marty-Pearson interviews Joe Dimino about his lifelong love of animals and the remarkable community bond formed around Ebenezer, a donkey in a roadside pasture near Grandview, Missouri. Joe shares how he and his son Miles (on the spectrum) regularly visited Ebenezer with carrots, how the donkey's loud bray and friendly personality drew countless neighbors to stop and connect, and how Joe's local newspaper feature and online videos helped spread Ebenezer's story. As Ebenezer aged and became ill, caregivers Randy and Shirley Phillips played a major role in supporting his care, including a stay at a horse hospital, and the community rallied with bumper stickers, memorial tributes, and even a parade float after his sudden death in 2010. Joe later created a digital book and website so Ebenezer's legacy—and the relationships he sparked—could live on.To learn more about Ebenezer the Donkey, visit the WebsiteJoe Dimino has been writing & creating in a variety of capacities since his college days at the University of Missouri-Kansas City somewhere around 1993. If you are keeping score, that would be about 29 years+. It all began at UMKCs University News as a Sports Writer & turned into a myriad of expressive avenues. Inventing poems, art, video & audio has always been in the proverbial cards. Follow Joe on Instagram and Facebook. Support the showSupport the Podcast by Buying Us a Treat via Buy Me a CoffeeShop our Affiliate Partners:

    Animal Tales: The Kids' Story Podcast
    NEW PREMIUM TRAILER: The Chupacabra's Wishes

    Animal Tales: The Kids' Story Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2026 5:27 Transcription Available


    Here's a taster of our new Premium-only story.  To hear it in full, please join our Premium Subscription service. Become a PREMIUM SubscriberYou can now enjoy Animal Tales by becoming a Premium Subscriber. This gets you:All episodes in our catalogue advert freeBonus Premium-only episodes (every Friday) which will never be used on the main podcastWe guarantee to use one of your animal suggestions in a storyYou can sign up through Apple Podcasts or through Supercast and there are both monthly and yearly plans available. You can find more Animal Tales at www.animaltales.ukA Note About The AdvertsIn order to allow us to make these stories we offer a premium subscription and run adverts. The adverts are not chosen by us, but played automatically depending on the platform you listen through (Apple Podcasts, Spotify, etc) and the country you live in. The adverts may even be different if you listen to the story twice.We have had a handful of instances where an advert has played that is not suitable for a family audience, despite the podcast clearly being labelled for children. If you're concerned about an advert you hear, please contact the platform you are listening to directly. Spotify, in particular, has proven problematic in the past, for both inappropriate adverts and the volume at which the adverts play. If you find this happening, please let Spotify know via their Facebook customer care page. As creators, we want your child's experience to be a pleasurable one. Running adverts is necessary to allow us to operate, but please do consider the premium subscription service as an alternative – it's advert free.

    The Quiz
    #805 - Not Like Us: The World's Fastest Animal & Pop Culture Quiz

    The Quiz

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2026 4:25


    In today's episode of The Quiz, we're testing your knowledge on everything from the astonishing speeds of the animal kingdom to groundbreaking legal history and top-tier pop culture. Can you answer these? Speed Demons: You know it leaves its competition in the dust, but do you know the exact name of the world's fastest land animal? Global Tongues: Looking at global communication, can you identify which language holds the title for having the absolute most native speakers in the world? Legal Foundations: We travel back to the presidency of George Washington. Do you know the specific act passed by Congress that officially established the U.S. Supreme Court? Play. Share. Listen, with Listen with 'FOX News Headlines 24/7' Anchor, CJ Papa. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    So Dead
    S6 Ep117: Animal

    So Dead

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2026 49:37


    On June 23, 2001, Bernita White was killed by a single shot from a high-powered sniper rifle while at the zoo with her 5-year-old daughter. What at first seemed like an open-shut case subsequently became Lansing's most notorious unsolved crime. As the 25th anniversary approaches, we revisit Bernita's story while her family continues to fight for justice.Case: Bernita WhiteAudio production by Bill Bee.

    Progressive Voices
    Police Kill 10,000 Dogs Every Year… Why Does Nobody Care?

    Progressive Voices

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2026 62:15


    Police Kill 10,000 Dogs Every Year… Why Does Nobody Care? POLICE KILL 10,000 DOGS EVERY YEAR… WHY DOES NOBODY CARE? A family was celebrating a big Knicks victory when police arrived over a noise complaint. Minutes later, their beloved dog was dead. The owner sat on the ground sobbing while officers stood nearby. No arrests. No charges. No consequences. And here's the shocking part: this isn't rare. Experts estimate that police kill more than 10,000 dogs every year in America — roughly 25 to 30 every single day. That's nearly ten times the number of people killed annually by police. Many of these animals are family pets on their own property. Animal welfare groups, including the ASPCA, have called for mandatory reporting, better training, and accountability when officers use deadly force against animals. So why is this still happening? Because dogs have no legal rights of their own. They can't sue. They can't testify. And in the eyes of the law, they're often treated as property rather than family members. Today, Karel asks a difficult question: Why are police allowed to kill thousands of beloved pets every year with little oversight or accountability? PLUS: • Are bars and clubs using facial recognition technology to collect your personal information without your knowledge? • Why are businesses scanning your face and storing your data for weeks? • What Toy Story 5 reveals about childhood, imagination, friendship, and our growing dependence on screens. The Karel Cast is heard on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Spreaker, and all major podcast platforms. Watch live Monday through Thursday at 10:30 AM Pacific on YouTube. Please like, subscribe, share, and support independent media. Support the show: Patreon.com/reallykarel Karel is a history-making broadcaster, entertainer, and commentator broadcasting from Las Vegas alongside his faithful service dog, Ember. #PoliceDogs,#DogLivesMatter,#AnimalRights,#DogLovers,#PoliceAccountability,#CivilRights,#PetSafety,#JusticeForPets,#AnimalWelfare,#DogsOfYouTube,#BreakingNews,#PoliceReform,#PetOwners,#FamilyDogs,#ASPCA,#DogAdvocate,#PetProtection,#FacialRecognition,#PrivacyRights,#Surveillance,#ToyStory5,#Parenting,#Technology,#SocialCommentary,#CurrentEvents,#NewsAnalysis,#IndependentMedia,#TheKarelCast,#ReallyKarel,#YouTubeNews https://www.youtube.com/live/fK0UhkEA8gc?si=UvuwJ2om9taVKAcY

    The Daily Dad
    You've Got Yourself a Wild Animal

    The Daily Dad

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2026 3:21


    Plato, with total seriousness (and probably a bit of humor too), said that “of all the wild things, a boy is the most difficult to handle.” A lot of parents would agree to that.

    The Skeptic Metaphysicians - Metaphysics 101
    SpiritFest USA - What If Sound and Light Could Heal What Medicine Can't?

    The Skeptic Metaphysicians - Metaphysics 101

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2026 13:15


    What if healing didn't require a diagnosis, a pill, or even leaving your house? Will and Karen sit down with Terri Bowden, Guardian of the Virginia Beach Harmonic Egg, during Day 2 of SpiritFest USA, and the conversation quickly goes somewhere unexpected.The Harmonic Egg is a wooden, egg-shaped chamber that uses precisely calibrated light and sound frequencies to work on the body from the inside out. But here's what most people don't know: your session doesn't end when you step out. The egg continues working on you for five full days, whether you're across town or across the ocean.Clients in Kuwait, Italy, and Australia have felt the energy arrive remotely. Karen shares her own remarkable story of coming in post-COVID and leaving with a 104-degree fever she could barely feel, only to wake up the next morning feeling completely transformed. Terri walks Will and Karen through the range of conditions the egg has helped address, from PTSD and anxiety to cancer and chronic pain, often treating multiple issues within a single 50-minute session.And it's not just for people. Remote animal sessions using photographs have helped dogs with cysts, cats with grief, and pets with anxiety.Hunter, we're looking at you.Then the conversation takes a turn into something even more surprising: each egg has its own name and its own consciousness. Terri shares the story of how Anna, the Virginia Beach egg, revealed her identity through a client who had no prior knowledge of her nickname. It's the kind of moment that makes you rethink what "alive" actually means.If you've been curious about the Harmonic Egg, this is your introduction. If you've already experienced it, you already know.Connect with Terri and the Virginia Beach Harmonic Egg:Website: vbharmonicegg.com TIMESTAMPS (approximate)00:00 - Welcome from SpiritFest USA, Day 200:45 - What is the Harmonic Egg?01:45 - Karen's post-COVID experience and the 104-degree fever03:00 - The egg keeps working for five days. and can work remotely03:45 - What conditions does the egg help with?04:15 - Animal healing. cysts, anxiety, grief, and more07:00 - It's not claustrophobic. and children are welcome08:00 - Every egg has a name and consciousness. Meet Anna11:00 - What to expect during a session12:00 - How to book in person or remotelyThe Skeptic Metaphysicians is a spiritual awakening podcast for open-minded thinkers who refuse to check their critical thinking at the door. Each episode explores consciousness expansion, enlightenment, soul purpose, and soul growth through honest, grounded conversation with leading voices in metaphysics, psychic phenomenon, quantum healing, and beyond. We dive deep into spiritual awakening, ascension, alignment, and the awakening process without the dogma. From mediumship and spirit guides to Arcturian contact, astrology, and the subconscious mind, we explore it all with curiosity, humor, and zero guru worship. Whether you're in the middle of your own awakening, questioning reality, or just spiritually curious, this is the podcast for seekers and skeptics alike.Subscribe, Rate & Review!If you found this episode enlightening, mind-expanding, or even just thought-provoking (see what we did there?), please take a moment to rate and review us. Your feedback helps us bring more transformative guests and topics your way!Connect with Us: 

    Your Anxious Child
    The Creatures' Guide to Caring: How Animal Parents Teach Us That Humans Were Born to Care: Interview with Elizabeth Preston

    Your Anxious Child

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2026 50:27


    Elizabeth Preston`is a science journalist who has just written The Creatures' Guide to Caring: How Animal Parents Teach Us That Humans Were Born to Care. Her book is a fun and exceptionally informative book on the evolution of caring and why we are such caregiving animals. Her descriptions of caregiving in 70 plus animals species are compelling by themselves but also have much to teach us about caregiving. And while this podcast doesn't talk specifically about anxiety, I think it is fair to say that a variety of mental health issues can arise when we ignore our biology. Ms Preston is helping us reconnect with our biology.  For more information: https://elizabethgpreston.com/ This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical or mental health advice. 

    Your Anxious Child
    Elizabeth Preston: The Creatures' Guide to Caring: How Animal Parents Teach Us That Humans Were Born to Care

    Your Anxious Child

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2026 51:08


    Elizabeth Preston talks with me about her new book The Creatures' Guide to Caring: How Animal Parents Teach Us That Humans Were Born to Care. Her book and discussion with me is fascinating discussion about the evolution of caregiving and parenting on Earth. She demonstrates how animals have so much to teach us about cargiving and the conditions that promote it. Her discussion helps us reconnect with our biology and our relationship to the natural world. This is important because we know that when we ignore our biology, mental health problems frequently follow.    For more information: https://elizabethgpreston.com/

    How I Built This with Guy Raz
    Build-A-Bear: Maxine Clark. A Former Shoe Executive Launches a Stuffed Animal Empire

    How I Built This with Guy Raz

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2026 64:04


    When Maxine Clark left a top job in retail to start a make-your-own stuffed animal store, people thought she'd lost her mind. Investors doubted it. Friends questioned it. Retail experts couldn't understand how it would scale.But drawing on more than 20 years as a retail executive, Maxine built a massively successful shopping “experience,” where kids could stuff, dress and personalize their own stuffed animals. Today, Build-A-Bear has generated billions in sales, survived the decline of malls, weathered the financial crisis, and become a global brand.WHAT YOU'LL LEARN How a failed errand—and an offhand comment by a kid–inspired a business plan How Maxine leveraged two decades of retail experience to launch Build-a-Bear How Willy Wonka and Walt Disney were early inspirations How she built a wedge against competitors How she got through the financial crisisHow she knew when to step down as CEO– and how to collaborate with her successor TIMESTAMPS: 05:52 - A mom Who Worked for Eleanor Roosevelt 09:18 - The Impromptu Interview That Changed Maxine's Career16:00 - Becoming One of the Few Female Fortune 500 Executives18:43 - Why She Walked Away From Payless21:27 - The Beanie Baby Disappointment That Sparked Build-A-Bear26:14 - Designing the First Store: “Make it Like Willy Wonka.”37:53 - Opening Day — and a Line Out the Door39:53 - Defending the Brand Against Copycats and Lawsuits45:53 - Scaling to Hundreds of Stores and Going Public58:25 - Letting Go: Stepping Down as CEO and Building a LegacyThis episode was researched by Rommel Wood and produced by Kerry Thompson, with music by Ramtin Arablouei, and edited by Neva Grant. Follow How I Built This:Instagram → @howibuiltthisX → @HowIBuiltThisFacebook → How I Built ThisFollow Guy Raz:Instagram → @guy.razYoutube → guy_razX → @guyrazSubstack → guyraz.substack.comWebsite → guyraz.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Strange Animals Podcast
    Episode 489: Animal Artists

    Strange Animals Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2026 10:58


    Further reading: https://elephantartgallery.com/blogs/meet Desmond Morris with his favorite Congo painting: Peter/Pierre Brassau and some of his paintings: The so-called donkey painting, and I described it wrong in the episode: Pockets at work: Show transcript: Welcome to Strange Animals Podcast. I'm your host, Kate Shaw. Back in the early days of the podcast I did an episode about animal musicians, which for a long time was my favorite episode. Today let's visit a similar topic, animals who are visual artists. Back in the 1950s through the 60s, researchers studying how humans make art studied monkeys and apes who were taught how to use a brush and paints. The studies caught the public's fancy and it became something of a fad to own a piece of art created by an animal—whether it was a monkey or ape, an elephant, or some other animal. One of the earliest big name animal artists was a chimpanzee named Congo. Zoologist Desmond Morris, who was studying creativity in apes and humans, and who was also an artist himself, offered Congo a pencil and paper when he was two years old in 1956. Congo enjoyed drawing and especially liked to draw circles. When Morris eventually gave the chimp paints, Congo was even more enthusiastic. But while he was considered a novelty, he only had one art exhibition while he was alive, a 1957 event arranged by Morris. It wasn't until 2005 that the remaining paintings were exhibited, along with the art of some other apes, and some of them sold for thousands of dollars. A new exhibit appeared in December of 2019 in the Mayor Gallery in London. One interesting thing is that Morris worked with several apes to see how they drew and painted, but only Congo showed enthusiasm and skill for art. Congo died of tuberculosis in 1964 when he was only ten years old. Also in 1964, a French avant-garde artist named Pierre Brassau exhibited four of his paintings at an art show in Sweden. No one knew who Brassau was, but his paintings were critically acclaimed—except for one critic who wrote, “Only an ape could have done this.” Ahem, yes. That is correct. The artist turned out to be a West African chimpanzee named Peter who lived in a zoo in Sweden. The whole thing started with a Swedish journalist who apparently wasn't much of a fan of modern art. The journalist persuaded a zookeeper to give Peter a canvas, paints, and brush. At first Peter just ate the paint, but eventually he started making marks on the canvas. The journalist ultimately chose four of the paintings and submitted them to the exhibition under the name Pierre Brassau. One of the paintings sold for the equivalent of about $750 today. But animal artists making modern art isn't limited to the 1950s and 60s. In 1905 a painting by an unknown artist, J.R. Boronali, went on display in a Parisian salon. It didn't cause any kind of stir, though, because it was nothing special, until 1910 when word got out that the painting had been made by a donkey. According to the story, an art critic tied a paintbrush to the donkey's tail and fed the donkey carrots, which made it wag its tail, which dabbed paint on a canvas. I've seen the painting, though, and it seems clear that a human artist prepped the canvas by slapping a coat of background paint on it that resembles a red sea and blue sky. There are some dabs and blobs of paint over that in yellow and red, presumably from the donkey. In this case, of course, the donkey wasn't trying to paint a picture and didn't even know what was going on behind it, just that it was getting lots of carrots. An avant-garde Russian school of art named itself The Donkey's Tail in 1912 as a result, though, so that's pretty neat. More recently, a capuchin monkey named Pockets has become a big-name artist in the animal world. Pockets was donated to a Canadian animal sanctuary after his owner finally realized that capuchin monkeys are wild animals and don't actually make very good pets. One of the volunteers at the sanctuary gave Pockets the nickname Warhol because of his white hair, which reminded her of the artist Andy Warhol. That gave her the idea to give Pockets some paints and see what he would do with them. It turns out that Pockets really likes to paint. In 2011 the sanctuary held an exhibit of his paintings to help raise money, and since then his paintings have been exhibited in art shows around the world. He's collaborated with a human artist, who basically paints something and then gives the canvas to Pockets to add to it. His art recently appeared on the cover of an album released by a member of Depeche Mode too. Not all animal artists are apes or monkeys, though. Bini the Bunny stars in a lot of videos where he plays basketball, dances, plays the guitar, and does a lot of other things you would not expect a bunny to do. He also paints. Bini, of course, has been trained to make certain movements, including picking up a paintbrush in his mouth and moving it upward with the paint-covered bristles sometimes touching a canvas, but sometimes not. Bini isn't choosing what paint colors to use and doesn't even really look at the canvas while he's working. He's cute, but he's not making art spontaneously the way Pockets and his predecessors do. Elephants also make art, holding a paintbrush with the tip of the trunk. The most famous elephant artist was named Ruby, an Asian elephant who lived at the Phoenix Zoo in Arizona in the United States, although she was born in Thailand in 1973. When her keepers saw her using a stick to draw in the dirt, they gave her painting supplies to see what she would do with them. Ruby enjoyed painting, choosing her colors carefully, and some of her paintings sold for as much as $25,000. Ruby died from complications of a failed pregnancy in 1998, sadly. So many artists die young. Sometimes you'll see videos of elephants painting a picture of an elephant, but these aren't spontaneously created. The elephant has always been taught to make the same brush strokes, and sometimes the training is cruel. An authentic elephant painting looks abstract, with lines and dots that the elephant places in a shape it finds pleasing, not to resemble something specific. This is the same with ape and monkey artists too. If you listened to the episode about animal musicians, you will probably remember the Thai Elephant Orchestra. Well, the same conservation center that hosts the elephant orchestra also has some elephant artists. The Elephant Art Gallery sells paintings made by various of the elephants who live in the sanctuary. They're allowed to choose their own paints and decide if they want to paint at all that day. Elephants who don't show interest in learning to paint don't have to try, and instead get to do different activities. The main difference between human art and art made by non-human animals is that humans naturally create representational art without being taught. Little kids draw wobbly stick people with big smiles and no one has to show them how. Humans can make abstract art, of course, but a skilled abstract artist chooses colors, textures, and patterns carefully to invoke a feeling in the people who look at the finished painting. This is different from a little kid finger-painting who is just having fun making a mess, although of course you can make art with finger paints too. Animals never create representational art spontaneously, and we can't know if their choice of colors, textures, and patterns is intended to invoke a particular feeling because we can't ask them. (I mean, we can ask them but they wouldn't understand the question and we wouldn't get an answer.) But it does seem obvious that animals who enjoy painting and who make deliberate marks on paper or canvas are taking pleasure from the process of creation. And when you come right down to it, that's the most important thing about making art. Finally, you may remember the court case about the monkey selfie from 2014. Nature photographer David Slater was taking pictures in a nature reserve in Indonesia when he stepped away from his camera, which was set up on a tripod. A Celebes crested macaque monkey investigated the camera and ended up taking a number of photos, one of which was a selfie that became almost instantly famous online. Slater tried to claim copyright to get paid for the photograph as it became more and more popular. In August of 2014 the United States Copyright Office decided that the owner of camera equipment can't claim copyright for a photo taken by an animal. Neither can the owner of an animal who takes a photograph or otherwise produces artwork. Only a human can hold copyright, but if the human doesn't actually create the art, they don't get the copyright. Hey, this would be a great day to make a drawing or a painting! Thanks for your support, and thanks for listening!

    Shmanners
    Idioms Part 21: Animal Idioms

    Shmanners

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2026 34:42


    Hello Internet! It's time for another IDIOMS episode, full of phrases about cows, crocodiles, puppies, and more animal idoms! Enjoy and be sure to share with a friend!   Lamda Legal: https://lambdalegal.org/ Help support this show and unlock bonus content! Become a member at https://maximumfun.org/joinshmanners