Podcast appearances and mentions of holly firfer

Our special guest host all this week is Holly Firfer (Former CNN anchor and former radio co-host with Barnes). Michael Myers is at it again in a new Halloween horror flick. Ben Affleck and Matt Damon star in a tense historical thriller about the last legal duel in France. I Know What You Did Last Summer becomes a series after the hit 90s movie franchise. A 60s supergroup is featured in an Apple TV+ Documentary. 01:09 - Today in Pop Culture, Bob Barker stops coloring his hair, 198705:12 - What are we watching?11:40 - Halloween Kills13:49 - The Last Duel15:30 - I Know What You Did Last Summer (series)17:14 - The Velvet Underground18:37 - Succession20:07 - You21:55 - Introducing Selma Blair21:33 - The Next Thing You Eat26:15 - The BacheloretteThe Pop Culture Show is presented by Cap Maison Resort and Spa in St. Lucia. Use code "Rock Star" and get a free helicopter transfer from the airport. The Pop Culture Show is also sponsored by Big 5 Spiced Rum...save $5 off your first bottle with the code "POPCULTURE" thru Nov 1, 2021 at Big5Rum.com.The Pop Culture Show is rated “E” for everyone. Please, review and subscribe to The Pop Culture Show available on your favorite podcast network. Get Exclusive Pop Culture Show video interviews, video content and bonus video exclusively from our Instagram. Sign up for our Pop Cult and be the first to get show announcements, free stuff and insider information only available to cult members. Watch The Pop Culture Show TV channel for the most fun, interesting and intriguing guests and moments from the show available 24/7.Executive Producer: Steve BarnesHosts: Steve Barnes, Leslie Fram, Paul Cubby BryantIntern Producer: Lauren NobleFAIR USE COPYRIGHT NOTICE The Copyright Laws of the United States recognize a “fair use” of copyrighted content. Section 107 of the U.S. Copyright Act states:“NOTWITHSTANDING THE PROVISIONS OF SECTIONS 106 AND 106A, THE FAIR USE OF A COPYRIGHTED WORK, INCLUDING SUCH USE BY REPRODUCTION IN COPIES OR PHONORECORDS OR BY ANY OTHER MEANS SPECIFIED BY THAT SECTION, FOR PURPOSES SUCH AS CRITICISM, COMMENT, NEWS REPORTING, TEACHING (INCLUDING MULTIPLE COPIES FOR CLASSROOM USE), SCHOLARSHIP, OR RESEARCH, IS NOT AN INFRINGEMENT OF COPYRIGHT.” THIS VIDEO/AUDIO IN GENERAL MAY CONTAIN CERTAIN COPYRIGHTED WORKS THAT WERE NOT SPECIFICALLY AUTHORIZED TO BE USED BY THE COPYRIGHT HOLDER(S), BUT WHICH WE BELIEVE IN GOOD FAITH ARE PROTECTED BY FEDERAL LAW AND THE FAIR USE DOCTRINE FOR ONE OR MORE OF THE REASONS NOTED ABOVE. IF YOU HAVE ANY SPECIFIC CONCERNS ABOUT THIS VIDEO OR OUR POSITION ON THE FAIR USE DEFENSE, PLEASE CONTACT US AT INFO@THEPOPCULTURESHOW.COM SO WE CAN DISCUSS AMICABLY. THANK YOU.

Our special guest host all this week is Holly Firfer (Former CNN anchor and former radio co-host with Barnes). Barnes played a prank on Holly Firfer, and she's just finding out 18 years later...the cast loses it. Reminisce with us about life in 2007… and how the Kardashians have changed over the many successful years of their TV show. Holly tells us more about her career and shares insights on the Gabby Petito case reporting, which also has reporters paying serious money just to park outside the Laundrie residence. 03:16 - Today in Pop Culture, Keeping Up with the Kardashians premieres on E!, 200704:50 - Cubby's Dad Joke05:55 - What's Holly up to lately?08:20 - Outline.com gets you out of paying for information11:25 - Barnes played a prank on Holly, and she's just finding out 18 years later14:52 - Media members paying $$$ for Petito Case parking spaces17:24 - Why Dog the Bounty Hunter can't capture Brian LaundrieThe Pop Culture Show is presented by Cap Maison Resort and Spa in St. Lucia. Use code "Rock Star" and get a free helicopter transfer from the airport. The Pop Culture Show is also sponsored by Big 5 Spiced Rum...save $5 off your first bottle with the code "POPCULTURE" thru Nov 1, 2021 at Big5Rum.com.The Pop Culture Show is rated “E” for everyone. Please, review and subscribe to The Pop Culture Show available on your favorite podcast network. Get Exclusive Pop Culture Show video interviews, video content and bonus video exclusively from our Instagram. Sign up for our Pop Cult and be the first to get show announcements, free stuff and insider information only available to cult members. Watch The Pop Culture Show TV channel for the most fun, interesting and intriguing guests and moments from the show available 24/7.Executive Producer: Steve BarnesHosts: Steve Barnes, Leslie Fram, Paul Cubby BryantIntern Producer: Lauren NobleFAIR USE COPYRIGHT NOTICE The Copyright Laws of the United States recognize a “fair use” of copyrighted content. Section 107 of the U.S. Copyright Act states:“NOTWITHSTANDING THE PROVISIONS OF SECTIONS 106 AND 106A, THE FAIR USE OF A COPYRIGHTED WORK, INCLUDING SUCH USE BY REPRODUCTION IN COPIES OR PHONORECORDS OR BY ANY OTHER MEANS SPECIFIED BY THAT SECTION, FOR PURPOSES SUCH AS CRITICISM, COMMENT, NEWS REPORTING, TEACHING (INCLUDING MULTIPLE COPIES FOR CLASSROOM USE), SCHOLARSHIP, OR RESEARCH, IS NOT AN INFRINGEMENT OF COPYRIGHT.” THIS VIDEO/AUDIO IN GENERAL MAY CONTAIN CERTAIN COPYRIGHTED WORKS THAT WERE NOT SPECIFICALLY AUTHORIZED TO BE USED BY THE COPYRIGHT HOLDER(S), BUT WHICH WE BELIEVE IN GOOD FAITH ARE PROTECTED BY FEDERAL LAW AND THE FAIR USE DOCTRINE FOR ONE OR MORE OF THE REASONS NOTED ABOVE. IF YOU HAVE ANY SPECIFIC CONCERNS ABOUT THIS VIDEO OR OUR POSITION ON THE FAIR USE DEFENSE, PLEASE CONTACT US AT INFO@THEPOPCULTURESHOW.COM SO WE CAN DISCUSS AMICABLY. THANK YOU.

Our special guest host all this week is Holly Firfer (Former CNN anchor and former radio co-host with Barnes). Jennifer Lopez's actions noted regarding not liking an infamous Hollywood hunk after working with him for a movie in the 90s. Dancing with the Stars takes a serious stumble in audience ratings - is it Tyra's fault? Gwenyth Paltrow's Goop introduces a new sexual health supplement called “DTF.”  01:50 - Welcome Holly Firfer04:22 - Today in Pop Culture, Elton John's “Candle in the Wind ‘97” hits #1, 199707:33 - J. Lo's got beef with George Clooney08:50 - Dancing with the Stars quicksteps out of viewers' attention spans11:00 - Goop wants to help ladies have better sex12:02 - Squid Game dominates Halloween costume sales this season13:51 - Claire Foy will expose Facebook in upcoming series, “Doomsday Machine”15:22 - David Arquette buys rights to Bozo the Clown19:25 - The Voice's Mega Mentor will be… Ed Sheeran20:00 - The Biebs gets in on the preroll weed game with “Peaches”22:10 - HBO Max documentary to tell Brittany Murphy's story, out this ThursdayThe Pop Culture Show is presented by Cap Maison Resort and Spa in St. Lucia. Use code "Rock Star" and get a free helicopter transfer from the airport. The Pop Culture Show is also sponsored by Big 5 Spiced Rum...save $5 off your first bottle with the code "POPCULTURE" thru Nov 1, 2021 at Big5Rum.com.The Pop Culture Show is rated “E” for everyone. Please, review and subscribe to The Pop Culture Show available on your favorite podcast network. Get Exclusive Pop Culture Show video interviews, video content and bonus video exclusively from our Instagram. Sign up for our Pop Cult and be the first to get show announcements, free stuff and insider information only available to cult members. Watch The Pop Culture Show TV channel for the most fun, interesting and intriguing guests and moments from the show available 24/7.Executive Producer: Steve BarnesHosts: Steve Barnes, Leslie Fram, Paul Cubby BryantIntern Producer: Lauren NobleFAIR USE COPYRIGHT NOTICE The Copyright Laws of the United States recognize a “fair use” of copyrighted content. Section 107 of the U.S. Copyright Act states:“NOTWITHSTANDING THE PROVISIONS OF SECTIONS 106 AND 106A, THE FAIR USE OF A COPYRIGHTED WORK, INCLUDING SUCH USE BY REPRODUCTION IN COPIES OR PHONORECORDS OR BY ANY OTHER MEANS SPECIFIED BY THAT SECTION, FOR PURPOSES SUCH AS CRITICISM, COMMENT, NEWS REPORTING, TEACHING (INCLUDING MULTIPLE COPIES FOR CLASSROOM USE), SCHOLARSHIP, OR RESEARCH, IS NOT AN INFRINGEMENT OF COPYRIGHT.” THIS VIDEO/AUDIO IN GENERAL MAY CONTAIN CERTAIN COPYRIGHTED WORKS THAT WERE NOT SPECIFICALLY AUTHORIZED TO BE USED BY THE COPYRIGHT HOLDER(S), BUT WHICH WE BELIEVE IN GOOD FAITH ARE PROTECTED BY FEDERAL LAW AND THE FAIR USE DOCTRINE FOR ONE OR MORE OF THE REASONS NOTED ABOVE. IF YOU HAVE ANY SPECIFIC CONCERNS ABOUT THIS VIDEO OR OUR POSITION ON THE FAIR USE DEFENSE, PLEASE CONTACT US AT INFO@THEPOPCULTURESHOW.COM SO WE CAN DISCUSS AMICABLY. THANK YOU.

Legal thriller writer Scott Turow offers insights into the spaces where the fragility of human nature and the justice system collide. His latest novel is, The Last Trial. He’s joined in conversation by journalist Holly Firfer.

Bestselling author John Grisham returns to the small-town intrigue and plot twists of his first novel from over 30 years ago that made him the master of legal thrillers. His new novel is, A Time for Mercy.He’s joined in conversation by journalist Holly Firfer.

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Journalist, author and television host Joan Lunden takes the dull and depressing out of aging, replacing it with wit and humor. Her new book is Why Did I Come Into This Room? A Candid Conversation About Aging. She’s joined in conversation by journalist Holly Firfer.

Aly and Victoria discuss how you can make your dog feel more comfortable during the holidays. Whether your dog is shy of people or a social butterfly, discover great ways to prevent overwhelm and set your dog up for success. How can you teach visiting children to understand what your dog needs and to respect your dog’s space? Can you feed your dog table scraps? More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Holiday Help with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

Victoria and Aly share great ideas on how to provide enrichment for your dog when it’s cold outside. Aly shares some great canine fitness ideas, how to play hide and seek with your dog and making meal times more enriching. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Baby It’s Cold Outside with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

Victoria is joined by Victoria Stilwell Academy's Curriculum Manager, Aly Lecznar, to talk about VSA's newly-launched Online Dog Trainer Course and the introductory Fundamentals of Dog Training & Behavior Course, including what makes VSA such a groundbreaking new learning opportunity both for dog owners and aspiring professional dog trainers. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Online Dog Trainer Course with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

Victoria and Holly ring in the new year by discussing several of the new projects and developments coming in 2018 in the Positively ecosystem. Also, a rundown of this year’s resolutions… including their pet resolutions (on behalf both of pets and their owners). The ladies are joined by Victoria’s husband, Van, to discuss the behind-the-scenes workings and passion behind the Positively brand and businesses like VSPDT and the Victoria Stilwell Academy. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Happy New Year with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

A special episode of the Positively Podcast finds Victoria educating Holly about the various possibilities for why December 26th is called Boxing Day in the UK. Plus, pantomimes! Victoria talks about her experience with avalanche dogs on Aspen mountain. Victoria quizzes Holly on dog-related questions in the Animal Academy. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Boxing Day with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

Victoria talks about the newly-announced Victoria Stilwell Academy course dates for 2018 and walks through how the Academy works. Also, how to find a Victoria Stilwell-licensed VSPDT trainer in your area. Victoria discusses the challenge she set for herself to see if positive training can work when training high-drive working dogs like police dogs. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - The Victoria Stilwell Academy with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

Victoria and Holly discuss the recent news story about people being sickened with campylobacter infections from puppies sold by Petland pet stores in over ten states throughout the U.S. Most pet store puppies come from puppy mills where the best interest of the animals (not to mention their future owners), creating health hazards in pet store puppies like those in this outbreak as well as behaviorally-compromised dogs. On the Positively Hotline, Finding Shelter Animal Rescue’s Grace Kelly Herbert joins Victoria and Holly to talk about her work combating the puppy mill industry in Lancaster county, Pennsylvania More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Pennsylvania Puppy Mill Problem with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

It’s Christmastime, and everyone’s busy with the holiday season. Victoria shares things she’s celebrating during the holidays, including the huge response to #LucysLaw – helping to combat the practice of puppy farming and puppy mills, especially in the UK. The ban on third-party sales in the UK is drawing near, which is a great move forward for this issue. Also, California’s recent announcement that the sale of various pets in pet stores, and Victoria becomes the first state in Australia to ban puppy mills. Holly tries to stump Victoria with a holiday-themed edition of the Animal Academy. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Victoria Decks the Halls with Holly with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

Victoria and Holly talk about overweight pets, including Victoria’s ‘Fat Dogs’ specials on It’s Me or the Dog, as well as the struggle to keep weight off of pets. On the Positively Hotline, Victoria and Holly welcome the star of the recent Animal Planet show, ‘My Big Fat Pet Makeover,’ Travis Brorsen, to discuss Travis’s new show and the issue of obesity in pets. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - My Big Fat Pet Makeover with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

Victoria talks about her new projects, including the soon-to-be-launched Positively TV, then recaps her experience dressing as the Addams Family’s Morticia for Halloween. Also, why do people take their anxious dogs trick-or-treating? More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Dogs and Halloween – A Scary Combination with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

Holly and Victoria catch up following Holly’s deployments to cover recent hurricanes for CNN and chat about the many dogs and cats that ended up in Atlanta area shelters following the Houston and Florida hurricanes. Also, Victoria highlights the viral video produced by Lifeline Animal Project’s #DismissTheMyth campaign which combats the misconception that behavioral problems and/or age are actually not the #1 reasons why people don’t want to adopt from shelters. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Foster Failures with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

In the wake of the recent natural disasters (hurricanes, fires, etc.), Holly and Victoria talk through the importance of disaster preparedness, especially as it relates to looking after your pets: How to pack a pet-friendly emergency bag. Victoria also describes her experience documenting evidence and serving as a behavior analyst for a recent bust of a dogfighting facility in Georgia. Heather Paul from State Farm calls in on the Positively Hotline to discuss the dogfighting ring she helped Victoria document. They discuss the issue of what happens to fighting dogs once they’re rescued from situations like this. Victoria also asks Heather about State Farm’s longtime Arson Dog Training Program – the subject of a web series Victoria produced a couple years prior – and discusses the importance of not discriminating by dog breed when writing insurance policies. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Disaster Preparedness with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

Victoria and Holly reconnect after a few months away and discuss how to recognize signs of pain in your older dog, keys to curbing rambunctious dog play, managing noisy nighttime behavior, overcoming anxiousness when guests visit your dog, and how to get dogs used to water. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Oh Those Aches and Pains with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

Season 6 ends with a bang as Holly and Victoria chat about two huge new releases that listeners will be able to enjoy. The first is a CNN segment about Victoria that focuses on how and why she has remained at the top of her game in the dog training world. Watch the segment here or see below. And at long last, Victoria's brand new web series, Guardians of the Night, launched yesterday, February 21st. A new episode will be released every Tuesday at 2pm ET for eight straight weeks. The series follows a police K-9 unit through their trials and tribulations, including criminal apprehensions, puppy rescues, and even the tragic loss of one of their own. Prepare for a wild ride jam packed with action, emotion, and some incredible working dogs. Questions or Comments? Send them to: positively@petliferadio.com. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - New Releases and Guardians of the Night with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

On this jam-packed episode of the Positively Podcast, Holly and Victoria first chat about Victoria's new book and some of the fascinating research that's being conducted on canine cognition. Also on this episode of the podcast is an interview with K-9 Ninja Roo Yori, who has become a household name both through his endeavors on American Ninja Warrior as well as his work promoting pit-bull type dogs. And finally, a round of Ask Victoria questions and Animal Academy questions will both fascinate and entertain you! Questions or Comments? Send them to: positively@petliferadio.com. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Do Dogs Dream with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

On this episode of the Positively Podcast, Victoria and Holly chat about the Victoria Stilwell Academy for Dog Training & Behavior. VSA Mentor Coordinator Aly Lecznar joins the show to chat about the latest updates from the program. Questions or Comments? Send them to: positively@petliferadio.com. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - We'd Like to Thank the Academy with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

Holly and Victoria tackle the tough subject of puppy mills and what's being done to stop them in both the US and the UK. They also talk about the surprising people and organizations that are inhibiting the progress of anti-puppy mill legislation, and the theories as to why they want commercial breeding to be allowed to continue. Marc the Vet comes on the show to talk about his work campaigning against puppy mills in the UK, what the latest progress has been, and some very difficult challenges they have come across along the way. Questions or Comments? Send them to: positively@petliferadio.com. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Marc the Vet with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

Victoria and Holly are gearing up for the holiday season, and chat about how the stress of the holidays affects both people and their pets. Victoria gives some tips for keeping your dogs happy and healthy over the holidays, and the pair chats about their thoughts on when one person tells them they prefer one of their dogs over the other. Another feel-good holiday story the ladies cover is a young boy who is willing to give up everything he has to help a dog in need. Questions or Comments? Send them to: positively@petliferadio.com. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Happy and Healthy for the Holidays with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

Victoria and Holly are stuffed after Thanksgiving! You're going to want to hear the story of how Holly ended up with a deer eating her dinner over the holiday. The pair talks about Holly's incredible travels for CNN, plus Victoria's appearance on Harry Connick Jr.'s talk show. And of course, they've got to chat about the Reindog Parade and some of the fun experiences they enjoyed at the annual Atlanta-based event. Questions or Comments? Send them to: positively@petliferadio.com. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Stuffed with Good Stuff with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

On this special edition of the Positively Podcast, Holly and Victoria invite Working with Dog founder Nichole Smith to the show to talk about her list of reasons why you should consider working as a 'petrepreneur,' and some professional advice for anyone looking to break into the pet industry. Questions or Comments? Send them to: positively@petliferadio.com. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Working With Dog with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

Victoria and Holly discuss whether dog adoption cafes are a good idea or not. They also chat about an unconventional dog sanctuary in Costa Rica where the dogs are allowed to roam freely, and why Victoria thinks matching humans and dogs is so important. Victoria also gives listeners an inside scoop on how she taught a dog to fly an airplane as part of her latest TV project, Dogs Might Fly, which recently aired on Sky1 in the UK. Questions or Comments? Send them to: positively@petliferadio.com. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Dog Adoption Cafes with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

Victoria and Holly chat about the Thanksgiving holiday and what they're thankful for. They also talk about why the month of November is the month with the most amount of car collisions with deer, and how you can stay safe. Victoria also chats about her trip to Lancaster, Pennsylvania and what she learned about puppy mills in the process. Questions or Comments? Send them to: positively@petliferadio.com. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Thanksgiving with Pets with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

Victoria and Holly are back with a bang for Season 6 of the Positively Podcast! The pair catches up on their latest travels and adventures across the globe, and Victoria talks about the first year of her dog training academy. Next, Victoria answers some of her listeners' Ask Victoria dog training questions, including how to work with a leash reactive dog, and how to get a dog to focus in a distracting environment. And to top it all off, Holly turns the tables on Victoria with a particularly tricky round of Animal Academy questions. Questions or Comments? Send them to: positively@petliferadio.com. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Back with a Bang with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

Victoria and Holly chat about a variety of topics, including an update on Victoria's dog training academy, how positive training works and some common misconceptions about Victoria's training methods, and her upcoming UK Dog Bite Prevention & Behaviour Conference. And exclusively in this podcast, you'll hear the firsthand account of Victoria's police dog bite accident: what happened, why it happened, and what she's doing to prevent another accident from happening in the future. Questions or Comments? Send them to: positively@petliferadio.com. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - A Bit About Bites with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

Victoria and Holly Firfer chat with Shannoncourt Pet Care founder Shannon Spooner about Victoria's seminar in Ontario. Questions or Comments? Send them to: positively@petliferadio.com. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Working With Pets is Our Passion with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

Victoria and Holly Firfer chat with Shannoncourt Pet Care founder Shannon Spooner about Victoria's upcoming seminar in Ontario.

On this final episode of Season 5 of the Positively Podcast, Victoria and Holly discuss a disturbing video of a Rottweiler growling at a young child who is being videotaped hugging and petting the dog. They talk about the importance of teaching parents and children about dog safety and dog bite prevention, and how you can prevent your child from being bitten by a dog. They also chat with award-winning working dog sculptor Austin Weishel, who is best known for sculpting the National Fire Dog Monument in Washington, DC. They talk about his work, how he got started as a sculptor, and what we can expect to see from him in the future. Questions or Comments? Send them to: positively@petliferadio.com. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Sculpting Out A Great Career with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

Victoria and Holly chat about the upcoming lottery drawing and what they would do to help animals if they win the jackpot. They also discuss Holly's annual 'Regiftmas' party that she hosts to help people get rid of their most terrible holiday gifts. Victoria talks about Villalobos Rescue Center, the pit bull rescue featured on Animal Planet's Pit Bulls and Parolees and her upcoming visit to the center in New Orleans. Questions or Comments? Send them to: positively@petliferadio.com. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - The Lottery with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

Victoria and Holly get together on Christmas Eve for a special holiday edition of the Positively Podcast. They chat about their holiday pet peeves, including people’s poor driving and the madness of holiday shopping. Victoria talks about one of her favorite online comedians, Matt Bellassai, who has a video about why he hates holiday shopping. They also discuss an amazing 100-year-old animal rescue volunteer who is helping the Georgia SPCA get animals adopted, and the cringe-worthy Miss USA pageant that happened several nights ago. Questions or Comments? Send them to: positively@petliferadio.com. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Happy Holidays with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

Victoria and Holly talk about the viral story of a military working dog and his handler that were injured during a building search, and the incredible bond between military dogs and their handlers. The pair in this particular story has been recovering together, and both are expected to make a full recovery. They also chat with Kristen Maurer, the co-founder of Mission K-9 Rescue, an organization dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating, and reuniting military working dogs with their handlers. Kristen explains how the group got started, what they do, and how people can help from anywhere in the world. Questions or Comments? Send them to: positively@petliferadio.com. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Military Working Dogs with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

Victoria's mother stops by from England over the holidays to check in on Victoria and Holly, including a discussion about their recent trip to Savannah, Georgia. A brief history of the state of Georgia ensues, resulting in a mini-review of the new Broadway smash hit, Hamilton. Random enough? Victoria's daughter, Alex, gets some help from her friend Sofia to try and stump Holly and Victoria with a new animal academy quiz. Questions or Comments? Send them to: positively@petliferadio.com. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - The History of Georgia with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

Fresh off their 6th straight appearance as the co-hosts of the Atlanta Botanical Garden's annual Reindog Parade, Victoria and Holly jump in the studio to discuss this year's entrants and how events where we put dogs into costumes are more for the human satisfaction than the dogs' benefit. Positively's Director of Digital Content, Alex Andes, drops by to discuss this season's holiday promos and online events, including the 12 Dogs of Christmas contest. Also discussed was the viral story about the dog owner who duct-taped her Chocolate Lab's snout shut in order to stop it from barking. Questions or Comments? Send them to: positively@petliferadio.com. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - It's the Annual Reindog Parade with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

In this special Thanksgiving edition of the podcast, Victoria and Holly welcome back Dr. Paula Bloom, who peppers Victoria with questions about her new puppy, Suki, and how she's getting along (or not) with her existing dog. Topics touched on include: whether you should train and raise different types of dogs differently, what to do when the new puppy seems to like one person in the family more than another, Victoria's thoughts on the concept of 'sibling rivalry' between multiple dogs in the same household, and how to deal with an existing dog who is showing her teeth to the new puppy in the house. Questions or Comments? Send them to: positively@petliferadio.com. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Happy Thanksgiving with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

Dr. Paula Bloom joins Victoria and Holly in studio to talk through the aftermath of the Paris terror attacks and how we process tragedies: integrating the information into our lives, how to talk to kids about tragedies, the way we’re wired for empathy, making it extra hard to process, and the concept of compassion fatigue. Victoria recounts the story of Diesel, a police dog who was killed in the line of duty while apprehending the lead organizer of the terrorist attacks. Paula asks whether it is right to ask dogs to work in military and police settings, and whether dogs are capable of giving their ‘consent’ to go into dangerous situations. Do dogs feel and experience actual love, or is their affectionate behavior just a representation of their need for safety and pleasurable experiences. Holly describes her recent interview experience with acclaimed psychologist Dr. Ruth Westheimer, Victoria talks about the need for women to have the opportunity to communicate with each other, and Paula opens up about a troubling experience she encountered with Vegemite. Questions or Comments? Send them to: positively@petliferadio.com. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Diesel, Dr. Ruth and Vegemite with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

On this episode of the Positively Podcast, Victoria and Holly discuss their travels to Greece, a country with a massive stray dog overpopulation problem. Holly shares her stories of rescuing several dogs off the streets, and Victoria talks about a crisis that's currently affecting an animal welfare group in Santorini. They are joined on the podcast by Victoria Stilwell Academy for Dog Training and Behavior Director Tia Guest, who shares the latest information about Victoria's brand new school for aspiring dog trainers. They discuss what makes VSA different, and why it's so important that dog trainers invest in a great education. Questions or Comments? Send them to: positively@petliferadio.com. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Greece is the Word with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

Holly and Victoria are back with a new season of the Positively Podcast after a summer hiatus. They've got a lot of catching up to do, as they have both been traveling all over the world. Victoria catches everyone up on her new TV show that will be airing in the UK next year, and Holly tells the story of how she learned what "bear spray" is. Calling in to the Positively Hotline this episode is filmmaker Patrick Reasonover, one of the creators behind the new documentary 'Of Dogs and Men.' The film covers the difficult topic of police shooting dogs, and Victoria was featured in the film along with several of the police officers she has been filming with for an upcoming project. Patrick talks about what inspired him to create the film, and steps people can take to prevent their pet from being a victim. Questions or Comments? Send them to: positively@petliferadio.com. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Of Dogs and Men with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

On this special episode, Victoria and Holly wrap up Season 4 by dedicating the entire show to answering your Ask Victoria dog training questions. From what to do if your dog bites someone to how to improve a dog's fear of loud noises, this episode covers all of your most pressing training questions. Questions or Comments? Send them to: positively@petliferadio.com. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Ask Victoria with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

On this episode, Victoria and Holly discuss a controversial new documentary, Of Dogs and Men. The documentary explores the recent epidemic of dogs being shot by law enforcement officials. Victoria participated in the documentary with the police K-9 unit that star with her in her upcoming web series, Guardians of the Night, and gives her take on the importance of the film. They also chat about this week’s Dog Bite Prevention Week in the UK. On the Positively Hotline is pet expert and radio host Steve Dale, who revisits the podcast to share some important information on the unique behavioral and medical conditions that can afflict senior cats. He has some especially great insights to share on Feline Cognitive Dysfunction Syndrome, which is similar to Alzheimer's in people. Questions or Comments? Send them to: positively@petliferadio.com. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Of Dogs, Men & Senior Cat with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

Victoria and Holly talk about international dog welfare controversies, including the horrific dog meat trade and the amazing organizations that are working to stop it. They also discuss a recent international rescue of almost 40 Golden Retrievers. Calling in to the Positively Hotline is Canine Assistants founder Jennifer Arnold, who is revolutionizing the way people train both service dogs and pet dogs. She discusses her new training techniques, and how pet parents can apply the concepts with their dogs at home. Questions or Comments? Send them to: positively@petliferadio.com. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Train Your Dog to Fit Your Life with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

As Victoria’s #poopandtell campaign with Earth Rated comes to a close, she and Holly read some of their favorite submissions. One dog pooped his way into his forever home, and another even let one loose in the UK Prime Minister’s VIP carriage! Radio show host and pet journalist Steve Dale calls the Positively Hotline to discuss cat socialization and the importance of stress-free veterinary care for cats. He talks about kitten socialization classes, and how they could benefit cats in the US. But as Steve explains, it’s extremely important that the kitties are within a very specific age window. Questions or Comments? Send them to: positively@petliferadio.com. Questions or Comments? Send them to: positively@petliferadio.com. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Steve Dale Chats Cats with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

Holly starts off the podcast with some great news about her dog, Kashmir. Victoria talks about her experience at the National Press Club as part of a Dog Bite Prevention press conference. She joined State Farm, American Humane, the AVMA, the US Postal Service, Prevent the Bite, Elle the Pit Bull, and other Dog Bite Prevention Coalition partners to help educate the public about how to prevent dog bites. Victoria and Holly chat with State Farm's Heather Paul to talk about the company's dedication to dog bite prevention. They discuss the importance of not focusing on a dog's breed, but rather focusing on the pet parent's responsibility to prevent dog bites through responsible pet ownership. They also discuss that there is a difference between a dog bite and a dog-related incident, but that all dog-related incidents are classified under a dog bite claim, and how that can affect pet parents. Questions or Comments? Send them to: positively@petliferadio.com. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Dog Bite Prevention with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

Victoria and Holly celebrate 10 years of It’s Me or the Dog by recapping some of their favorite moments from the show. Just in time for warmer weather, they also discuss the dangers of keeping a dog in a hot car. Questions or Comments? Send them to: positively@petliferadio.com. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - It's Me or the Dog ... a Decade! with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

In this episode, Victoria and Holly talk about Holly’s interesting experience sitting next to a military working dog on her flight. State Farm Arson Dog Program Coordinator Heather Paul joins the show to chat about Victoria’s ‘Arson Dogs’ series and upcoming Arson Awareness Week. And Victoria answers some tricky ‘Ask Victoria’ questions. Questions or Comments? Send them to: positively@petliferadio.com. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Arson Dogs with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

Victoria and Holly are joined by guest host Alex Andes to talk about Victoria’s new #poopandtell campaign, and Holly’s dog experiences in San Diego. This week’s Ask Victoria questions get her all fired up, and Alex stumps both Holly and Victoria with Animal Academy. Questions or Comments? Send them to: positively@petliferadio.com. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Poop and Tell with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

Victoria and Holly talk about their dogs’ recent health issues, including Jasmine’s dental and Kashmir’s major surgery. Victoria catches up on Ask Victoria questions, and dog trainer Nando Brown pops in for a chat about the upcoming Dog Bite Prevention Conference and their time at Crufts. Questions or Comments? Send them to: positively@petliferadio.com. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - In The Doghouse with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

They're back! Victoria and Holly catch up on what they’ve been up to. They talk about Victoria’s two new web series, and what Holly’s been up to with CNN. Also on the topic list are dog shows and the various controversies at Crufts, and stress-relieving training tool Adaptil. And you won’t want to miss this episode’s Ask Victoria questions. Questions or Comments? Send them to: positively@petliferadio.com. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Catching Up with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

Holly stumps Victoria with an Animal Academy after Victoria recaps her skiing trip. Dr. Duffy Jones of Peachtree Hills Animal Hospital calls the Positively Hotline to discuss allergies in pets, including Victoria's Chocolate Lab, Sadie, who suffers from extreme itching and licking on her foot during allergy season. Questions or Comments? Send them to: victoria@petliferadio.com. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Itchy and Scratchy with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer var ACE_AR = {Site: '845738', Size: '468060'};

Dr. Marty Becker calls the Positively Hotline to discuss his Fear Free vet visit protocol, which includes making the pet carrier part of the household fun furniture, the use of pheromones to create positive associations with the carrier, the use of certain green, organic petraceuticals, the use of Through A Dog's Ear music, specialized 'wait management', placement of pet carrier, clipnosis, Thundershirts and much more. Dr. Becker also talks about how he has time for all of his work as an author, web personality, TV personality, and how he ended up as America's Vet on Good Morning America and resident vet expert on Dr. Oz. Questions or Comments? Send them to: victoria@petliferadio.com. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Dr. Marty Becker's Fear Free Vet Visits with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer var ACE_AR = {Site: '845738', Size: '468060'};

Victoria and Holly dish the dirt on the Oscars' red carpet fashion hits and misses, then give their guesses for who will win the big categories. Victoria describes her high tea with the American Humane Association, and also her visit at the Global Pet Expo, including her talk for the American Pet Products Association's Professional Women's Networking breakfast. Also discussed, the great work being done by Dr. Marty Becker (America's Vet from Good Morning America) to help create fear-free vet visits, the interesting design characteristics of certain dog toy products, Victoria's Swedish dog training seminar, the Miami Dog Bite Prevention conference on April 26th, and Victoria's recent inclusion on the board of directors for Canine Assistants. The Positively Hotline interview is with Channing Seideman, who has been paired with a Canine Assistants epilepsy seizure response dog. Questions or Comments? Send them to: victoria@petliferadio.com. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Red Carpet Looks and Global Pet Expo with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer var ACE_AR = {Site: '845738', Size: '468060'};

Victoria and Holly discuss Banana Joe, the Affenpinscher who won the Westminster Kennel Club dog show, Victoria's time with the Guardian Angels when she did security for a Jane's Addiction concert, update on Dognition and the exclusive discount available to Positively Podcast listeners, cold weather tips for animal safety. The cue of the week is the 'Stay' or 'Wait' cue. Questions or Comments? Send them to: victoria@petliferadio.com. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Banana Joe with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer var ACE_AR = {Site: '845738', Size: '468060'};

Victoria and Holly discuss appropriate Valentine's Day gifts for long-married couples, Victoria recaps her recent trip to film in Ireland, the Pope's resignation, snowstorm Nemo in the Northeast US, Punxatawney Phil's prognostication, thoughts on the Westminster Kennel Club dog show, Tonik, the human-looking dog. The winner of the big dog photo contest is announced, and the new small dog photo contest is revealed. Also: Victoria's upcoming appearances from Florida to Sweden and beyond, the exciting launch of Dognition - described as a Myers-Briggs personality test for dogs with ongoing training and lifestyle support. Victoria introduces a new regular segment of the podcast called 'Cue of the Week' and talks about the importance of recall (or the 'come cue'). Holly tries to stump Victoria with a new Animal Academy quiz. Questions or Comments? Send them to: victoria@petliferadio.com. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Dognition with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer var ACE_AR = {Site: '845738', Size: '468060'};

Victoria reveals her trip to Ireland to shoot for an upcoming secret project, while Holly describes how she lost her filter and says what's on her mind. Also, details about the upcoming VSPDT Miami Dog Bite Prevention Conference on April 26th and Victoria's new book, Train Your Dog Positively. Tampa-based VSPDT trainer Amy Weeks of Amy's Canine Kindergarten calls the Positively hotline to discuss reasons behind the spike in severe aggression behavior issues, and to help answer this week's Ask Victoria questions. Questions or Comments? Send them to: victoria@petliferadio.com. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Train Your Dog Positively with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

Victoria and Holly preview the Superbowl, then discuss the recent story from Houston where a child climbed over a fence and was killed by a dog that was chained up. Also: Victoria's upcoming Miami Dog Bite Prevention conference on April 26. Victoria and Holly talk to Family Paws Parent Education founder Jennifer Shryock on the Positively hotline about the Houston story, the National Canine Research Council, what makes tethered/chained dogs dangerous, the Dogs & Storks and Dog & Baby Connection programs, the Liam Perk Foundation, Doggone Safe, and how dogs give us clues about how they're feeling. Questions or Comments? Send them to: victoria@petliferadio.com. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Dogs and Storks with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

Recaps of New Year's Eve festivities, Holly's Re-Giftmas party, national bill requiring service dogs to be returned from overseas battlefields, not thought of as equipment, and allowed to return as military heroes. Victoria's interview with expert trainer Pia Silvani. Questions or Comments? Send them to: victoria@petliferadio.com. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Military Hero Service Dogs with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

Holly describes her CNN shoot in Jerome, Arizona, discussion of ghosts and spirits, Victoria's newfound dedication to eat more healthily, and how to feed your dogs a better diet. On the Positively Hotline, Minneapolis-based VSPDT trainer Amy Sandmann talks about her work with Pet Partners (previously called the Delta Society) as she and her giant therapy mastiff, Howie, make the rounds at Twin Cities children's hospitals. Questions or Comments? Send them to: victoria@petliferadio.com. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Eating Healthy and a Spirited Discussion with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

A Holiday-themed podcast for your end-of-year listening pleasure! (Warning: not a lot of dog talk here.) Questions or Comments? Send them to: victoria@petliferadio.com. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - A Positively Great End of the Year with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

Dr. Paula Bloom joins the podcast as Holly & Victoria discuss the Morrison's Christmas advert featuring a dog being fed raisin-filled Christmas pudding, the tradition of holiday card letters and family photos, Paula's new book, 'Why Does He Do That? Why Does She Do That?', the psychology behind the 'Christmas Puppy or Kitten' syndrome, and Dr. Bloom's take on why this time of year especially makes people feel the need to be the best. Ask Victoria questions include a one-eye-blind Lab who has started barking at people and other dogs, a supposedly untrainable beagle mix whose sense of smell overtakes his willingness to listen to his owners, and more. Questions or Comments? Send them to: victoria@petliferadio.com. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Why Do They Do That with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

Recap of Reindog Parade in the Atlanta Botanical Gardens, Christmastime weather in Chicago, Victoria's daughter's thoughts about shock collars, Noah's Ark, Peter Emily Veterinary Dental Foundation, and the importance of animal dentistry. Victoria also discusses the Behavior Adjustment Training (BAT) method with its creator, Grisha Stewart. Questions or Comments? Send them to: victoria@petliferadio.com. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - The Reindog Parade with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

Beverley Cuddy, Editor and Founder of Dogs Today magazine calls the Positively hotline to discuss what goes into editing Dogs Today magazine, how the battle between dominance and postive training relates to the book '50 Shades of Grey', how she feels about the debate over training methods, the Alan Titchmarch TV interview with Cesar Millan, the state of dog-related programming in the UK and more. Ask Victoria questions include how to help a Pharaoh Hound who has started showing aggressive behavior since being attacked twice by other dogs in a dog park, a male Australian Shepherd originally trained using aversive methods who now sneaks out of the house at every opportunity, and an 8-year old Beagle rescue suffering from separation anxiety. Questions or Comments? Send them to: victoria@petliferadio.com. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Dogs Today with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

Recaps of Thanksgiving with Holly and Victoria's family, the upcoming Bail Bond program benefiting the Gwinnett County Jail Dogs program featured on Ehow Pets, and Holly hijacks Victoria's Animal Academy again with a tricky cat quiz for Victoria. VSPDT trainer Sam Wike of The Inner Dog in Long Branch, NJ calls the Positively hotline to discuss how Hurricane Sandy affected people and their pets after the storm, including the amazing work being done by local and national shelter groups, airlines and other organizations. Also discussed, pet abandonment, Sam's history as a canine police officer and work in the military, the rarity of being a male positive reinforcement trainer, the disadvantages faced by female positive trainers, his crazy upcoming training session with a 220-pound dog. Questions or Comments? Send them to: victoria@petliferadio.com. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - The Inner Dog with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

A Thanksgiving-themed episode where Victoria and Holly are joined by their husbands (and Alex) and they all discuss what they're most thankful for. Holly quizzes the whole group with a new Animal Academy segment and Victoria's daughter Alex showcases her memorization skills by singing the 'Fifty Nifty United States' song. Questions or Comments? Send them to: victoria@petliferadio.com. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Thanksgiving Animal Academy with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

Victoria describes the 40th birthday celebration she masterminded for her husband including a surprise party, 4-hour ziplining and city-wide adult scavenger hunts. A tribute to our war heroes on Veterans Day weekend as well as reviews of Lincoln, Argo and Skyfall and more. Victoria recaps her Denver Dog Bite Prevention and Awareness Conference and the first annual VSPDT member trainer retreat. Also, why Victoria decides to take her message of anti-BSL awareness to municipalities like Denver that currently have breed-specific legislation. Victoria plays her interview with expert trainer Sue Sternberg from last month's Association of Pet Dog Trainers conference.. Questions or Comments? Send them to: victoria@petliferadio.com. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Denver Dog Bite Prevention and Awareness Conference with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

Victoria recaps the Hero Dog Awards, including the story of Jinx - a police dog who saved lives during a raid, the 2012 winner, Alex meeting Betty White and Kristin Chenoweth, and much more. Holly's trip to a high-powered wedding. Victoria discusses this week's Denver Dog Bite Awareness & Prevention Conference on November 2, 2012. Discussion of how to educate and talk to kids about dog bite prevention and safety, including her trip to Savannah to talk to dog victim Javon Roberson's school about safe dog handling. Also, the turnaround in Savannah about the public stance on BSL to avoid discrimination thanks to Javon's advocate, Cheryl Labon, and her group, Women of Wisdom. Holly describes the pizza she created for Max's Coal Oven Pizza which benefits the Victoria Stilwell Foundation. Questions or Comments? Send them to: victoria@petliferadio.com. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Holding Out for a Hero with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer var ACE_AR = {Site: '845738', Size: '468060'};

Holly describes her work on stories for CNN with Jennifer Arnold and Silver Sneakers, while Victoria discusses her work with Jim Crosby as they investigate recent canine homicides and conduct canine forensic research into why dogs attack. Also: News and information about Victoria's upcoming National Dog Bite Prevention & Awareness Conference in Denver on November 2, Victoria's latest Ehow Pets video about herding dogs, description of Victoria's childhood memories of lambing on a farm in Wales, a call for fans to help RAF military working dogs in Afghanistan and their handlers in order to help raise morale. Ask Victoria topics include: How to get dogs to stop digging up and eating plants in the garden, helping a previously abused dog too skittish to cope with sudden noises and changes in routine, When is the ideal time to enroll puppies in puppy classes, how to help a young dog who is sharing a household with kids that have multiple medical condition develop impulse control for, and how to get labs to settle down now that there are two new parakeets in the same house. Questions or Comments? Send them to: victoria@petliferadio.com. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Canine Forensic Investigation with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer var ACE_AR = {Site: '845738', Size: '468060'};

Van & Shawn hijack the opening of the show to discuss week 2 of the fantasy football season before Holly & Victoria restore order. They are then joined in studio by one of the producers and camera operators for Victoria's new Ehow Pets YouTube channel, as they discuss what it's like to shoot with Victoria and some of the new episodes they have coming up. The Positively Hotline guest is Hush, the founder and soul behind Detroit Dog Rescue. They discuss the history of Detroit Dog Rescue and its roots in a personal YouTube page. Also discussed: the problems involved in navigating the politics of trying to create a no-kill shelter and how quickly abandoned dogs have become feral packs wandering around Detroit. Questions or Comments? Send them to: victoria@petliferadio.com. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Detroit Dog Rescue with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer var ACE_AR = {Site: '845738', Size: '468060'};

Victoria describes her attendance at the powerful opening ceremony launch event for the University of Pennsylvania's Vet School Working Dog Center on the eleventh anniversary of 9/11. Holly discusses her recent visit to Dallas, and Victoria recaps her shoot in and around Detroit for her eHow Pets YouTube channel. They are joined on the phone by Katrene Johnson, the owner and handler of Morgan, one of the few surviving search and rescue dogs who worked in New York during the aftermath of 9/11. Also calling in on the Positively Hotline is Dr. Cynthia Otto, the Executive Director of the Penn Vet Working Dog Center to discuss the exciting new work being done at the Center, why positive training is the only truly effective tool to use with working dogs, and how to determine whether or not your dog would make a good working dog. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Working Dogs with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer var ACE_AR = {Site: '845738', Size: '468060'};

Victoria talks with Holly about her upcoming trip to Detroit to film with Ehow Pets, the trials and tribulations of writing her 3rd book, her support of the new Penn Working Dog Center preview, and 3 new trainers who recently joined the VSPDT network. Marc Abraham, founder of Pup Aid and Where's Mum, is featured on the Positively Hotline to discuss the worldwide efforts to ban puppy farming (puppy mills). More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Marc the Vet with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

In the first episode of the new season, Victoria and Holly catch up on what's been happening for the past several months including: Victoria's European tour recap, the recent season of It's Me or the Dog, Victoria's new Ehow Pets YouTube channel, Victoria's new book, and Holly back working at CNN. They are joined on the Positively hotline by Jennifer Arnold from Canine Assistants. Included in the discussion: how the organization was started, why they breed dogs instead of rescue, the difference between the US and Europe re dogs in public, Why Retrievers make the best service and working dogs, how much it takes to train a Canine Assistants dog, and how many dogs they train and place each year. Also, the story of a diabetic man who was asked to leave a restaurant because he had his service dog with him. Finally, Victoria recaps the battle to try and save Lennox in Belfast, including her trip to Belfast to visit the family and what's next in the fight against BSL. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Canine Assistants with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

Victoria opens this holiday episode by singing Silent Night and discussing how her holiday preparations are progressing, including recent mischievous acts by her daughter's elf. Holly puts in her requests for holiday gifts. Victoria's mother makes a very special guest appearance in studio and discusses what Victoria was like as a child, her mother's love of dogs, her history as a ballerina, and much more. Victoria tries to stump her mother and Holly with her holiday trivia-themed quiz while Victoria's daughter provides some Christmas background music. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Victoria Sings for the Holidays with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

Victoria and Holly recap their appearance at this year's Reindog Parade at the Atlanta Botanical Gardens, which also included HGTV's Vern Yip, Victoria's mother, daughter and several other notable celebrity judges. Holly describes her experience covering the Penn State child molestation case in State College, PA. Victoria talks about her recent talk to several schools' Homeless Pets Club members and why the program is so important to her. This week's special Positively Hotline guest is filmmaker Jemima Harrison of Passionate Productions, creator of the powerful documentary Pedigree Dogs Exposed. They discuss the current issues surrounding the current unhealthy breed standards as well as her work promoting awareness of physical and mental factors involved with the propagation many popular breeds in the UK, US and beyond. Ask Victoria questions include Victoria's recommendation for flying with small dogs as hand luggage, how she handled flying with Jasmine, and how to control excited dogs who run around in your car. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - The Reindog Parade with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

Victoria recaps her recent trip to the UK, including her day in Parliament discussing the need to change breed standards. Holly talks about her work this week on CNN covering the child abuse murder case in Canton, GA. Victoria's and Holly's husbands join them in studio to defend their dog-owning habits and shed light on the co-hosts' life beyond the camera. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Back To Britain with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

In this Thanksgiving episode, Victoria and Holly talk about their favorite Thanksgiving traditions and why they love the holiday so much. Also included: safety tips regarding foods, great pet paintings of rescue dogs in the 2012 'Rescue Dog to Therapy Dog' Calendar, a recap of Victoria's live show in New Bedford, MA including the great people at Forever Paws shelter in Fall River. Accomplished VSPDT trainer Daphne Robert-Hamilton from Monroe, WA calls in on the Positively Hotline and answers a few Ask Victoria questions regarding cat-chasing, showdogs who don't like men, housetraining, and aggression. In Victoria's Animal Academy, Holly takes a crack at trying to stump Victoria with some obscure doggie facts. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Favorite Thanksgiving Traditions with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

Victoria and Holly recap their Thanksgiving holidays and discuss the concept of 'delayed gratification' as it relates to Black Friday. They are joined in studio by guest Dr. Paula Bloom to discuss what makes some people actually want to use dominance with their dogs and/or kids, how domination is about the need to control, why our culture celebrates machismo and more. Also: Victoria runs away to the fair, corporal punishment with kids and dogs, and Animal Academy questions about interesting dog trivia. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Delayed Gratification with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

Victoria and Holly discuss a new study regarding how children are disciplined and how it relates to the most effective and humane methods to train your dog. American Pet Products Association CEO Bob Vetere calls in to the Positively Hotline to discuss Pets Add Life as well as Bob's new book and how positive training techniques can be used successfully in the business world. Victoria's Animal Academy deals with dogs in show business. Also: people as dog breeds, the perils of all-inclusive travel deals, updates on Victoria's live shows, why Holly & Victoria don't shop with their husbands, and more. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Pets Add Life with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

Victoria and Holly are joined again by Dr. Paula Bloom to discuss pets as therapeutic solutions for their owners. Also discussed: Native American festivals, PAWS Atlanta 45th Anniversary, Victoria's live tour and Holly's trip to Mexico. Ask Victoria questions include whether it's a good idea to add a rescued kitten to a home to alleviate your dog's boredom, how and whether to teach your dog not to fear fire, and dogs that chase moving cars. Victoria also tries to stump Holly with her latest Animal Academy about dog breeds. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Pet Therapy with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

Victoria and Holly are joined in studio by noted psychologist Dr. Paula Bloom as they discuss how to change perceptions about certain breeds of dogs including pit bulls. Also discussed: Victoria's upcoming live tour dates (11/10 in York PA, 11/19 in New Bedford MA, and 12/3 in Shropshire, England). Ask Victoria questions include how to stop dogs from digging in the back yard, how dogs' internal clocks work, whether it's better to put a dog in daycare or have someone come feed the dog at home, and whether Victoria will ever sing on the podcast. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Changing Perceptions & Digging Dogs with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

Victoria and Holly are joined on the Positively Hotline by Victoria's vet, Dr. Duffy Jones, as they talk about canine halitosis and why/how to brush your dog's teeth. Also discussed, Holly's trip to the upper midwest, Victoria's emceeing of the Dog Jog, Halloween recap, upcoming live shows and more. Ask Victoria questions include: potty training setbacks, treating the elderly as chew toys, and how to teach puppies not to chase other animals. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Teeth Talk with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

In the first episode of the new season, Victoria and Holly discuss what they've been up to for the past several months, including Victoria's filming of the 8th season of It's Me or the Dog, experiencing the recent earthquake and hurricane, Victoria on Anderson Cooper, the Hero Dog Awards, Holly's judging of Miss Tennessee, her dog Kashmir's knee surgery, and Victoria's development of her new Canine Noise Phobia series of desensitization products. Also discussed, Victoria's upcoming trip to San Diego for a dog training conference and pet expo, her upcoming live tour dates, Holly's work as a correspondent for CNN, and the new podcast sponsor, Pets Add Life. Ask Victoria featured questions about why it took so long for the new podcast season to start, how to puppy proof your home, whether neutering will stop bullying behavior and more. The hot topic was the case of Lennox, a pit bull type dog in Belfast who is scheduled to be euthanized due to Northern Ireland's antiquated breed specific legislation (BSL). More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - The Hero Dog Awards with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

In this episode, Victoria and Holly are joined by concert pianist and Through A Dog's Ear co-founder Lisa Spector to discuss the Canine Noise Phobia Series - the groundbreaking new desensitization tool Victoria developed in partnership with Through A Dog's Ear. Also discussed: update on Kashmir's knee surgery, Victoria's trip to San Diego for the APDT conference, SD Pet Expo and VSPDT evaluation day, Lennox update, and more. Ask Victoria questions included whether you can rush training, the music in It's Me or the Dog, and how to get puppies to stop barking at training classes. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Through A Dog’s Ear with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

In this Thanksgiving episode, Victoria and Holly talk about their favorite Thanksgiving traditions and why they love the holiday so much. Also included: safety tips regarding foods, great pet paintings of rescue dogs, a recap of Victoria's live show in New Bedford, MA including the great people at Forever Paws shelter in Fall River. Accomplished VSPDT trainer Daphne Robert-Hamilton from Monroe, WA calls in on the Positively Hotline and answers a few Ask Victoria questions regarding cat-chasing, showdogs who don't like men, housetraining, and aggression. In Victoria's Animal Academy, Holly takes a crack at trying to stump Victoria with some obscure doggie facts. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Thanksgiving with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

In this special 'Ask Victoria' episode, Victoria devotes the entire episode to answering listeners' questions. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Ask Victoria with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

Victoria and Holly discuss pet bereavement and grief, including anti-anxiety treatments for pets, raw BARF diets, how animals learn, Michael Vick and merengue dancing dogs. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Pet Bereavement and Grief with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer Enter the code: PLR and get 10% off your order + Free shipping at Shoebuy.com!

Victoria trains a piglet and chickens, discusses VSPDT and her influences as a dog trainer, answers fans' questions & talks about good friend and songwriter Elio Pace. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Pig 'n Chickswith Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

Victoria discusses her history as a dog walker, appearances on Regis & Kellly and the Today Show, Cats and Dogs, the AVMA Conference, AVSAB, American Humane, behaviorists vs trainers, and the Lion King on Broadway. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - The Lion King with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

Victoria is joined in studio by her daughter, who discusses her career plans. Also discussed: pit bulls, BSL, the AVMA conference, and how she met her husband (who also joins her in studio) in London's West End.. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Alex's Career with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

Victoria and Holly talk about anthropomorphizing dogs via painting contests, Victoria's early NYC episodes, dog senses, Holly's new coffeeshop, and Holly's career history. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Holly's New Coffeeshop with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

Victoria discusses her recent travels, the new season of It's Me or the Dog in NYC, a behind-the-scenes look at what goes into each episode of the show, and more. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - It's Me Or The Dog with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer Enter the code: PLR and get 10% off your order + Free shipping at Shoebuy.com!

In this episode, Victoria and Holly discuss her recent vacation, animal cruelty laws, the special PAWS Atlanta episode of It's Me or the Dog, and much more. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - PAWS Atlanta with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

In this inaugural edition of Victoria Stilwell's Positively Podcast, Victoria and her cohost Holly Firfer describe what the podcast series is all about. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Introduction with Victoria Stilwell & Holly Firfer

In this episode, Victoria and Holly discuss Victoria's appearance at North Carolina's Puppy Mill Awareness Day and Victoria's recent Venice vacation. Other topics include: The issue of animal cruelty, the inadequacy of certain animal welfare laws and Ahimsa House. Victoria's Animal Academy about dog senses. The recent special episode of It's Me or the Dog when Victoria helped PAWS Atlanta achieve a total shelter makeover. Holly's obsession with barkless Basenjis via the famous YouTube clip of a Basenji singing along to the Godfather theme song. Ask Victoria topics included: How to stop your dog from herding the whole family. How to train recall in a 22-year old dog who has recently gone blind. Whether Victoria will film any upcoming It's Me or the Dog episodes in the UK. In this inaugural edition of Victoria Stilwell's Positively Podcast, Victoria and her co-host Holly Firfer describe what the podcast series is all about. Episode 102 links: Ahimsa House Victoria's Mother Dancing 'The Nutcracker' on the BBC in 1957

In this inaugural edition of Victoria Stilwell's Positively Podcast, Victoria and her co-host Holly Firfer describe what the podcast series is all about. Topics in this episode include: How Victoria met Holly during the filming of her It's Me or the Dog episode entitled "Monstrous Mutts." Victoria's upcoming attendance at North Carolina's Puppy Mill Awareness Day Victoria's first Animal Academy quiz Victoria's experience filming 'Curb: The Discussions' for TV Guide with Larry David and Jerry Seinfeld Ask Victoria listener questions regarding: dogs giving signals before toileting tail-chasing coprophagia (poop-eating) Episode 1 Links Puppy Mill Awareness Day Official Site Humane Society video footage of puppy mills // Buddy - Alaskan Hero Dog video