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"You're not trying to make the situation perfect. You're just trying to improve it." This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie's Fund. Part 2 of "From the Backyard to the Front Page: Building a TNR Movement" dives into the operational tactics that sustain and grow a Trap-Neuter-Return program. In this recorded webinar, Bryan Kortis shifts from early movement-building to the nuts and bolts of long-term implementation, covering everything from trap banks and caretaker support systems to negotiating municipal cooperation and adapting strategies to fit different community types. Listeners will gain practical insights into building a network of services, supporting grassroots participation, and working effectively with both rural and urban populations. Bryan also shares hard-earned lessons on using pilot projects, engaging local government, and maintaining momentum without exhausting your organization's capacity. Press Play Now For: Setting up and managing a functional trap bank Volunteer trapping and in-field coaching models How to engage animal control and shelter officials effectively Rural vs. urban adaptation: what works where Designing successful pilot projects with low risk and high reward A proven strategy for convincing hesitant local governments Creating strong caretaker networks that can stand the test of time Resources & Links: Neighborhood Cats Handbook (https://www.neighborhoodcats.org/learn-more/books-guides) TNR Certification Workshops (https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/community-cat-care-training-education/) Cat Stats: Colony Tracking Tool (https://www.catstats.org/) Sponsor Links: Maddie's Fund (https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/maddies614) Follow & Review We'd love for you to follow us if you haven't yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We'd love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts(https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-community-cats-podcast/id1125752101?mt=2). Select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then share a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast.  

In this episode, Broadway performer Chantelle Good discusses the pressing issues within the performing arts industry, emphasizing that representation alone is insufficient and highlights the importance of valuing the hard work of performers. She shares insights into the daily life of a Broadway performer, the challenges of being a swing, and the necessity of fostering empathy and compassion.Chantelle also shares a funny “swing” story and shares one of her wildest dreams. This episode is for you if you're ready to question the status quo, embrace the messiness of growth, and reimagine what leadership and success can look like in the performing arts.Timestamps & Topics00:00 Representation in the Arts03:03 Valuing the Work of Performers06:14 The Life of a Broadway Performer08:56 Challenging Toxic Norms 11:48 Embracing Mistakes 17:13 The Journey of a Swing20:07 Dreams Beyond Broadway24:05 Empathy and Compassion About ChantelleChantelle Good is a performer, choreographer, and teaching artist who is currently performing in MJ The Musical on Broadway. Based in Brooklyn, New York, her performance credits include Punchdrunk's Sleep No More and Freddie Falls in Love at the Joyce Theater. She has also danced for artists including JLo, Snoop Dogg, and H.E.R., as well as companies including Still Motion, Loni Landon Dance Project, and The Forest of Arden. Chantelle also works in the non-profit sector as the Co-Artistic Director of TOES FOR DANCE and the Programs Director of Share The Movement. She also enjoys sharing her knowledge and passion for dance as a teaching artist and guest choreographer for institutions and programs across North America. She continues to deepen her learning around decolonizing teaching practices, in order to foster inclusive environments for her students and cultivate community whenever possible.

Shevuot 26 – Tuesday – 29 IyarBy Daniel Cohen, Programs Director, World Mizrachiשבועות דף כו, דף יומי

"Success attracts donors and grantors, and just provides that foundation for expanding into the wider community." This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie's Fund. In Part 1 of this recorded webinar, "From the Backyard to the Front Page: Building a TNR Movement," Bryan Kortis, National Programs Director for Neighborhood Cats, presents a compelling behind-the-scenes look at how one of the nation's most impactful TNR (Trap-Neuter-Return) efforts got started. Originally presented live, this session offers listeners a chance to hear how a single encounter with kittens in a Manhattan lot sparked a grassroots movement that helped reshape New York City's approach to community cats. Bryan walks viewers through the early years of Neighborhood Cats—what worked, what didn't, and how starting small with a focused colony led to scalable, measurable success. He emphasizes the strategic principles that shaped the organization's growth, including the power of targeting, the role of data, and the importance of community involvement. Press Play Now For: The story that sparked a citywide TNR movement What makes a “model colony” and why that matters How to work smart with limited surgeries and resources The power of strategic targeting vs. “first come, first served” Building support through community participation Real-world impact: dramatic reductions in NYC euthanasia rates Why tracking and storytelling are essential for growth Resources & Links: Neighborhood Cats Handbook (https://www.neighborhoodcats.org/learn-more/books-guides) TNR Certification Workshops (https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/community-cat-care-training-education/) Cat Stats: Colony Tracking Tool (https://www.catstats.org/) Sponsor Links: Maddie's Fund (https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/maddies613) Follow & Review We'd love for you to follow us if you haven't yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We'd love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts(https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-community-cats-podcast/id1125752101?mt=2). Select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then share a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast.

In today's episode, Chantelle shares about her journey to becoming a swing on Broadway, the importance of setting boundaries in performance spaces, and learning to use your voice. Chantelle and Jess discuss the unfortunate prevalence of body image issues in the performing arts community and practice navigating conversations about the topic. This episode is for you if you're questioning how to advocate for yourself in professional settings or looking to reclaim your individuality in an industry that hasn't always felt like it was for you.*This episode includes a conversation about body image that may be triggering for some. If this is a sensitive topic for you, feel free to pause around 26 minutes in and come back for part two.* Timestamps & Topics00:00 Chantelle's Human Bio 02:00 Chantelle's Journey to Broadway04:10 Life as a Swing on Broadway05:58 Unexpected Career Paths09:24 Audition Experiences and Sleep No More11:23 Setting Boundaries in Performance12:35 Evolving as an Artist14:53 Navigating Body Image and Self-Expression18:23 Mission Statement as an Artist19:47 Balancing Commercial Work and Artistic Integrity22:28 Unlearning and Embracing Individuality26:11 Experiences with Nudity in Performance32:12 The Importance of Community34:46 Challenging Body Talk in the ArtsCome back from Part 2!About Chantelle: Chantelle Good is a performer, choreographer, and teaching artist who is currently performing in MJ The Musical on Broadway. Based in Brooklyn, New York, her performance credits include Punchdrunk's Sleep No More and Freddie Falls in Love at the Joyce Theater. She has also danced for artists including JLo, Snoop Dogg, and H.E.R., as well as companies including Still Motion, Loni Landon Dance Project, and The Forest of Arden. Chantelle also works in the non-profit sector as the Co-Artistic Director of TOES FOR DANCE and the Programs Director of Share The Movement. She also enjoys sharing her knowledge and passion for dance as a teaching artist and guest choreographer for institutions and programs across North America. She continues to deepen her learning around decolonizing teaching practices, in order to foster inclusive environments for her students and cultivate community whenever possible.

Shevuot 17 – Sunday – 20 IyarBy Daniel Cohen, Programs Director, World Mizrachiשבועות דף יז, דף יומי

Arbor Day is just around the corner—a day to celebrate the importance of trees that give us shade, cleaner air and healthier communities. And a 2015 report showed Louisville's trees needed some love. Our tree canopy was shrinking. On this episode, we find out what's been done since then to take care of our city's trees, and how we can all help, with Morgan Grubbs, Programs Director of TreesLouisville.

Sanhedrin 113 – Wednesday – 11 NissanBy Daniel Cohen, Programs Director, World Mizrachiסנהדרין דף קיג, דף יומיToday's Daily Dose is sponsored in honor of the recovery from the recent hospitalization of Baruch Avner ben Sarah Feigel

How are federal parties gearing up for the snap election? Guest: Richard Johnston, Professor Emeritus of Political Science at the University of British Columbia Did human consciousness arise from a bunch of stoned apes? Guest: Stav Dimitropoulos, Journalist and Features Writer for Popular Mechanics Who do you think should be crowned the Best Bird of BC? Guest: Jackie Macquillan, Programs Director for the Wildlife Rescue Association How is the federal election shaping up? Guest: David Akin, Chief Political Correspondent for Global News Why is Snow White making people so mad? Guest: Erich Schwartzel, Reporter Covering the Film Industry for The Wall Street Journal Will Alaska truck tolls do more harm than good? Guest: Rob Fraser, Mayor of the Northern Rockies Regional Municipality How is the federal election impacting BC? Guest: Brittney Kerr, Senior Public Affairs Executive and Founding Partner of Framepoint Public Affairs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sanhedrin 89 – Sunday – 16 AdarBy Daniel Cohen, Programs Director, World Mizrachiסנהדרין דף פט, דף יומי

In this episode, Nadine sits down with Carla Sands, the Programs Director at Purposeful Living, to explore the tension between expectations and surrender. Carla shares her personal journey—from growing up with ingrained expectations, navigating career shifts, motherhood, marriage, and ultimately learning to surrender to God's plan. She discusses how unrealistic expectations often lead to self-doubt, disappointment, and resentment, and how shifting to a life of surrender brings freedom and peace. Tune in for an honest and heartfelt conversation on breaking free from self-imposed expectations and embracing God's will. What You'll Learn in This Episode: ✔️ The impact of childhood expectations on adulthood ✔️ How unrealistic standards in motherhood, career, and relationships create false narratives ✔️ The emotional toll of unmet expectations and how they affect self-worth ✔️ How surrendering to God's plan can bring peace and clarity ✔️ Practical steps to shift from expectations to surrender Resources & Links:

Delve into an inspiring dialogue with the Lazarex Cancer Foundation, championing cancer care equity and patient-centered solutions. Erin Miller, Director of Administration and Development, and Marya Shegog, Health Equity and Programs Director, join Saankhya on Helping Hearts to discuss bridging healthcare gaps and empowering communities. Discover how innovation and compassion shape their impactful mission. Tune in to Helping Hearts on TALRadio English on Spotify, Apple Podcast for this compelling conversation and be part of the change. Host : Saankhya Guests : Erin Miller & Marya Shegog You can Lazarec Cancer Foundation @ lazarex.org #TALRadioEnglish #LazarexFoundation #CancerCare #HealthEquity #PatientSupport #HelpingHearts #CancerAwareness #HealthcareInnovation #CommunityEmpowerment #MakingADifference #Podcast #TouchALife #TALRadio

Sanhedrin 32 – Shabbat – 18 Tevet By Daniel Cohen, Programs Director, World Mizrachiסנהדרין דף לג, דף יומי

"Every challenge in colony care has a solution. Whether it's predators, pests, or even harsh winters, the key is preparation and creativity." This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie's Fund. Get ready to take your colony caretaking skills to the next level in part two of our action-packed webinar series! Bryan Kortis tackles the biggest challenges faced by community cat caretakers, from crafting winter shelters to battling pests and promoting feline health. Discover creative solutions to common problems and learn how to transform skeptics into TNR supporters. Whether you're building a cozy shelter from scratch or addressing a colony-wide health crisis, this episode is your go-to resource for thriving cat communities. Let's solve problems and save lives together! Press play now for: How to build affordable and effective winter shelters. Solutions for pest problems: ants, raccoons, and more. Dealing with disease outbreaks and maintaining cat health. Proven methods to gain community support for TNR. Turning everyday items into lifesaving tools for your cats. Resources mentioned: Neighborhood Cats Website: https://www.neighborhoodcats.org/ Neighborhood Cats Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/neighborhoodcats/ Neighborhood Cats Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nbrhoodcats/ The Everything TNR Playlist: https://communitycatspodcast.com/everythingtnr Feralvilla, Home of the World's Best-Selling Outdoor Cat Shelter: https://feralvilla-com.3dcartstores.com/ Online Cat Conference: https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/events/online-cat-conference-jan-2025/ TNR Certification Workshop: https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/community-cat-care-training-education/ Follow & Review We'd love for you to follow us if you haven't yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We'd love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts(https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-community-cats-podcast/id1125752101?mt=2). Select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast.

"Community cats are creatures of habit. By feeding them on a routine schedule, you're not just meeting their needs—you're building trust and making caretaking easier for everyone." This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie's Fund. Welcome to part one of our two-part series on colony caretaking, where we uncover the secrets to thriving community cat colonies! Join Susan Richmond and Bryan Kortis from Neighborhood Cats as they share game-changing strategies to create strong bonds with community cats through feeding routines. Learn how to select nutritious food without breaking the bank, set up feeding stations that keep wildlife at bay, and take control of colony monitoring. This episode is packed with practical tips, heartwarming stories, and expert advice to make caretaking smoother and more impactful. Don't miss this must-listen guide for every community cat advocate and caretaker! Press Play Now For: Why routine is key to forming bonds with community cats. The do's and don'ts of feeding schedules. Selecting the right food for health and budget. The importance of clean and discreet feeding setups. Managing wildlife and other challenges during feeding times. Resources Mentioned: Neighborhood Cats Website: https://www.neighborhoodcats.org/ Neighborhood Cats Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/neighborhoodcats/ Neighborhood Cats Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nbrhoodcats/ The Everything TNR Playlist: https://communitycatspodcast.com/everythingtnr Feralvilla, Home of the World's Best-Selling Outdoor Cat Shelter: https://feralvilla-com.3dcartstores.com/ Online Cat Conference: https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/events/online-cat-conference-jan-2025/ TNR Certification Workshop: https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/community-cat-care-training-education/ Follow & Review: We'd love for you to follow us if you haven't yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We'd love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts(https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-community-cats-podcast/id1125752101?mt=2). Select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast.

Send us a textBriggs is the Programs Director at TrustAfrica and the co-conceptualiser of the Zimbabwe Alliance. In Conversation with Prof Moyo, Briggs reflects on the history of the alliance, from its concept to its launch, along with the lessons and insights that have brought the alliance to where it is today. Their talking points include• The origins of the Zimbabwe Alliance initiative and its evolution.• Efforts to raise awareness and support for Zimbabwe's democracy struggle• The early challenges faced by the Zimbabwe Alliance initiative and funding mismanagement.• Emphasising trust and local relationships in addressing community issues.===About the seriesAfter over 80 episodes exploring African philanthropy, we're launching a new series featuring theme-specific and program-focused conversations. The series spotlights the Zimbabwe Alliance Initiative, which since 2010 has empowered a vibrant civil society through grants, convenings, capacity building, and technical support. Partners have fostered innovative, coordinated responses that amplify marginalised voices, mobilise citizens on critical national issues, and engage policymakers to build regional and international solidarity.Visit the podcast webpage: https://bit.ly/484AEr3#podcast #philanthropy

Rachel Mills, Senior Membership & Programs Director for the Winston Family YMCA, joins JMN to discuss the benefits of membership and deals available to new members. There's even a special Cyber Monday membership deal to help you get a head start on your New Year Resolutions.

"It's important to understand that nothing else works. There's no other method available if you want to control the cat population besides sterilization.” This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie's Fund and the Whisker Tracker App. If you missed Part 1 of this episode click here to listen now! In this special, two-part audio presentation of a recent live webinar, we'll Explore Return-to-Field (RTF) programs for community cats with Bryan Kortis of Neighborhood Cats. With years of experience managing TNR (Trap-Neuter-Return) programs, Kortis and his wife, Suzi Richmond, provide an expert perspective on the RTF approach, discussing its benefits, challenges, and impact on communities. From the origins of RTF programs to their evolving role in shelters across the U.S., they share success stories and compelling data showing how RTF reduces shelter euthanasia rates, frees up resources, and helps create a humane solution for managing feral and stray cat populations. They also touch on practical strategies for implementing RTF in various communities, legal considerations, and the important differences between RTF and TNR. Tune in to explore a groundbreaking approach that's changing the future of animal shelters and the lives of community cats. Press Play Now For: The Journey of RTF Programs: How RTF went from concept to common practice in U.S. shelters Defining Terms: Understanding RTF, TNR, and their specific impacts on cat populations Success Metrics: How RTF programs reduce euthanasia rates and shelter costs Community and Shelter Benefits: Lower complaints, higher public support, and fewer shelter admissions Legal and Advocacy Tips: What municipalities should know about implementing RTF Practical Advice for Shelters: Managing intake, assessing eligibility, and effective returns Additional Resources: Return-to-Field Handbook Neighborhood Cats TNR Certification Workshop Follow & Review: We'd love for you to follow us if you haven't yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We'd love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast.

"It's important to understand that nothing else works. There's no other method available if you want to control the cat population besides sterilization.” This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie's Fund and the Whisker Tracker App. In this special, two-part audio presentation of a recent live webinar, we'll Explore Return-to-Field (RTF) programs for community cats with Bryan Kortis of Neighborhood Cats. With years of experience managing TNR (Trap-Neuter-Return) programs, Kortis and his wife, Suzi Richmond, provide an expert perspective on the RTF approach, discussing its benefits, challenges, and impact on communities. From the origins of RTF programs to their evolving role in shelters across the U.S., they share success stories and compelling data showing how RTF reduces shelter euthanasia rates, frees up resources, and helps create a humane solution for managing feral and stray cat populations. They also touch on practical strategies for implementing RTF in various communities, legal considerations, and the important differences between RTF and TNR. Tune in to explore a groundbreaking approach that's changing the future of animal shelters and the lives of community cats. Press Play Now For: The Journey of RTF Programs: How RTF went from concept to common practice in U.S. shelters Defining Terms: Understanding RTF, TNR, and their specific impacts on cat populations Success Metrics: How RTF programs reduce euthanasia rates and shelter costs Community and Shelter Benefits: Lower complaints, higher public support, and fewer shelter admissions Legal and Advocacy Tips: What municipalities should know about implementing RTF Practical Advice for Shelters: Managing intake, assessing eligibility, and effective returns Additional Resources: Return-to-Field Handbook Neighborhood Cats TNR Certification Workshop Follow & Review: We'd love for you to follow us if you haven't yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We'd love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast.

Today, Clancy speaks with Steven Williams, Programs Director with Care and Share Food Bank for Southern Colorado, and works for a Feeding America Food Bank. You won't want to miss their discussion about food procurement efforts and their role in the fight against hunger, the dynamics between food, power, and access in efforts to address hunger, and the important role Food Banks play. Listen and enjoy this episode!

“When you're down to the last few cats and time is running out, the drop trap can be your saving grace.” This episode is sponsored in part by Maddie's Fund and the Whisker Tracker app. In the second part of this special webinar series, Bryan Kortis from Neighborhood Cats dives deeper into the complexities of drop trap techniques. Exploring the advanced applications of drop traps, including the innovative auto drop trap system developed by Neighborhood Cats, you will get all the insights of their recent experiences from the Maui wildfire rescue operation, highlighting how they adapted their techniques to save hundreds of cats in a disaster zone. This episode not only provides a wealth of practical advice but also inspires listeners with stories of perseverance and creativity in the face of challenging TNR situations. Whether you're new to community cat care or a seasoned TNR veteran, this episode will expand your toolkit for managing feral cat colonies effectively. Key Takeaways: Auto Drop Trap Innovation: Learn about the auto drop trap system, how it works, and why it was crucial in the Maui wildfire rescue. Adapting to Challenging Conditions: Understand how to adjust your trapping strategy for difficult environments, such as uneven ground or wary cats. Rescue Operations Insights: Gain insights from the Maui wildfire rescue, including how to manage large-scale rescue efforts and the importance of being adaptable. Resources: Find Neighborhood Cats on the web Check out the Tomahawk traps mentioned Be sure to visit our YouTube channel to check out all of our videos, episodes, and presentations. To download handouts mentioned in the show, you can visit our Community Cat Care Training and Education page to find them, along with many other TNR and community cat care educational opportunities. Check out our sponsor Maddie's Fund at communitycatspodcast.com/maddies579 Check out our sponsor Whisker Tracker App at communitycatspodcast.com/maddies579 Follow & Review: We'd love for you to follow us if you haven't yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We'd love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast.

"The drop trap is the most humane and effective way to trap those hard-to-catch cats, and once you've mastered it, you'll wonder how you ever managed without it.” This episode is sponsored in part by Maddie's Fund, The Acatemy, and Tomahawk Traps. Join Bryan Kortis and Suzi Richmond from Neighborhood Cats for a special broadcast of two-part webinar on the drop trap. Bryan and Suzi, a dynamic duo known for their deep expertise in Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) and community cat management, share their experiences, practical tips, and innovative strategies for effectively managing feral cat colonies, focusing on advanced trapping techniques. Bryan discuss everything from the basics of using drop traps to the intricacies of dealing with challenging cats and unique trapping scenarios. Listeners will gain valuable insights into the thought processes behind effective TNR, learning not just how to trap cats, but why certain methods work better in different situations. This episode is packed with information that's crucial for anyone involved in or interested in community cat care. Key Takeaways: Understanding Drop Traps: Learn why drop traps are a game-changer in trapping feral cats, especially for those who are wary of standard box traps. Practical Trapping Tips: Discover the importance of patience, proper bait placement, and how to avoid common mistakes when using traps. Advanced Strategies: Get an introduction to advanced trapping techniques, including the use of drop trap pads for uneven ground and how to manage multiple cats at once. Resources: Find Neighborhood Cats on the web Check out the Tomahawk traps mentioned Be sure to visit our YouTube channel to check out all of our videos, episodes, and presentations. To download handouts mentioned in the show, you can visit our Community Cat Care Training and Education page to find them, along with many other TNR and community cat care educational opportunities. Follow & Review: We'd love for you to follow us if you haven't yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We'd love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast.

"Collaboration between animal welfare groups and local governments is the key to creating sustainable, humane community cat programs that work for everyone.” This episode is sponsored in part by Maddie's Fund, The Keeping People and Pets Together Pet Food Pantry, and Tomahawk Traps. In the second half of this enlightening two-part webinar series, Stacy LeBaron is once again joined by TNR experts Susie Richmond and Bryan Kortis from Neighborhood Cats. In this episode, Brian details the complexities of maintaining and expanding a targeted TNR program once it's off the ground. Brian shares his and Susie's experiences with overcoming common obstacles, such as community resistance, resource limitations, and the difficulties of keeping momentum going after the initial campaign. You will hear the importance of setting realistic goals and timelines and gain practical advice on how to sustain your efforts over the long term. This episode is packed with actionable insights and proven strategies to help you navigate the challenges that come with targeted TNR. Whether you're dealing with limited resources or struggling to keep your program on track, this conversation will provide the tools and inspiration you need to succeed. To learn more about Neighborhood Cats, please visit their website. Also, be sure to visit our YouTube channel to check out all of our videos, episodes, and presentations. To download handouts mentioned in the show, you can visit our Community Cat Care Training and Education page to find them, along with many other TNR and community cat care educational opportunities. Follow & Review: We'd love for you to follow us if you haven't yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We'd love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast.  

Founder and Director of FESF Richard Geary comes on The Pakistan Experience to talk about Deafness, the Deaf Community, Choosing Pakistan, Cochlear Implants, Building a more accessible world and Technology. Richard Geary (USA) is the founder and Programs Director of Family Educational Services Foundation (FESF), a non-profit educational foundation operating in Pakistan since 1989. He and his wife, Heidi Gustanski-Geary, who serves as the Director of Education programs, are parents of a deaf child. He has worked in the field of Social Development for the past 47 years, managing personnel and services in non-profits in over ten countries throughout Asia, Europe and the Americas. His work with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures has afforded him a wealth of training and rich experience in human resource development. Under his directorship, FESF pioneered The Deaf Reach Program in Pakistan in 1989, a unique academic and skills training program for deaf children and young adults that utilizes innovative technology-based resources for education. The Deaf Reach Schools, Training Centers & Colleges, provide education to hundreds of deaf students, with seven schools presently operational in Karachi, Hyderabad, Sukkur, Nawabshah, Tando Allahyar – Rashidabad, Lahore and Jhelum. Jhelum. The Pakistan Experience is an independently produced podcast looking to tell stories about Pakistan through conversations. Please consider supporting us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thepakistanexperience To support the channel: Jazzcash/Easypaisa - 0325 -2982912 Patreon.com/thepakistanexperience And Please stay in touch: https://twitter.com/ThePakistanExp1 https://www.facebook.com/thepakistanexperience https://instagram.com/thepakistanexpeperience The podcast is hosted by comedian and writer, Shehzad Ghias Shaikh. Shehzad is a Fulbright scholar with a Masters in Theatre from Brooklyn College. He is also one of the foremost Stand-up comedians in Pakistan and frequently writes for numerous publications. Instagram.com/shehzadghiasshaikh Facebook.com/Shehzadghias/ Twitter.com/shehzad89 Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC44l9XMwecN5nSgIF2Dvivg/join Chapters: 0:00 Introduction 2:00 Starting DeafReach and FESF in Pakistan 5:00 Having a Deaf Child and Services and Resources 11:41 What causes Deafness and what is Deafness 16:50 Language Deprivation and Intellectual Development 21:30 Sign Language and the Deaf Community 28:30 Cochlear Implants 32:00 Building a more accessible world and attitudes in Pakistan 41:30 Technology and Interpreters 45:30 Politically Correct Language and the word Disability 48:18 Audience Questions

"Understanding the environment and how we approach the ecosystem with community cats is essential, not just for the cats but for the overall health of the communities they inhabit." This episode is sponsored in part by Maddie's Fund, Humane Canada, and The Keeping People and Pets Together Pet Food Pantry. In this first installment of a special two-part webinar series, Stacy LeBaron dives deep into the world of Targeted Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) with Bryan Kortis, the TNR dynamo from Neighborhood Cats. His expertise in managing high-impact TNR programs is unparalleled, and in this episode, he uncovers the strategies that have made their programs so successful. You will be guided through the critical first steps of a targeted TNR campaign, focusing on how to identify the most impactful areas for intervention. Learn, from his experiences and insights, why geographical focus is essential for long-term success and how it can dramatically change the landscape for community cats. Whether you're just getting started or are looking to refine your existing TNR program, this webinar rebroadcast offers invaluable advice on making every trap count. Join us as we explore how to start strong and build the foundation for a successful targeted TNR effort. To learn more about Neighborhood Cats, please visit their website. Also, be sure to visit our YouTube channel to check out all of our videos, episodes, and presentations. To download handouts mentioned in the show, you can visit our Community Cat Care Training and Education page to find them, along with many other TNR and community cat care educational opportunities. Follow & Review: We'd love for you to follow us if you haven't yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We'd love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast.

In our latest episode, SMA Tilley sits down with Dr. Jenny Owens, Co-Founder and Outcomes Director and Bryan Flannery, Programs Director, from REBOOT Recovery. They discuss REBOOT Recovery's peer lead, faith-based approach to help people overcome trauma and embrace a brighter future for the whole family.

Gessie Perez @triumphanttrichster has had trichotillomania since age 11. Once living in shame and secrecy, she has since become a proud advocate and "Triumphant Trichster." Gessie is the author of two books about trichotillomania and the founder of Trichster Sisters, a program in which she sends care packages to young girls with trichotillomania and acts as a mentor. Gessie serves as the Programs Director for The Lyder Foundation for BFRBs, a non-profit dedicated to supporting BFRBs in communities of color. She is also a peer coach with HabitAware, facilitating their kid and teen hangouts. In her professional life, Gessie works as a care provider for kids with developmental disabilities. To learn more about Gessie you can visit her website triumphanttrichster.com— This episode is brought to you by HabitAware. My Keen2 brings awareness to my trichotillomania by giving my wrist a gentle hug or vibration when I'm doing the scanning behavior. Bring awareness into your life by visiting barbaralally.com/habitaware and use code LALLYLOVE for 10% off sitewide! Did you know HabitAware also offers virtual peer coaching? This one-to-one peer-based program will coach you through shifting mindset, practicing healthy strategies and creating your personal roadmap to recovery. To work with me, Ellen or Aneela, head over to habitaware.com/coaching today.—Thank you so much for listening to this episode of Trich Talks.Begin your journey to self-acceptance with trichotillomania by enrolling in my course, Sharing Our Stories. Sharing Our Stories does a deep dive into your relationship with trichotillomania by using my guided journal, My Trichster Diaries, as our workbook. You can learn more at barbaralally.com

Jan Hamilton, Programs Director for Delta Fair & Music Festival Aug 30 - Sep 8, 2024, provides details for the crafts, culinary & collectibles entry deadline, fair food, local music, cattle competition, beef & heifer show, petting zoo, fait pageants, Senior American Day, and a whole lot more.

On this week's program, your host, Justin Mog, hugs some trees with Morgan Grubbs, Volunteer & Programs Director with TreesLouisville (http://treeslouisville.org), which has a new home in Smoketown and is looking forward to marking its 10th birthday next year! Tune in for a vital conversation about the value of trees, particularly in an urban setting, and the role they play in mitigating Louisville's extreme Urban Heat Island effect. We also discuss the importance of not just planting trees, but investing the time and resources into properly maintain trees over the years, and thus prolong their life and maximize the services they provide. We discuss proper mulching, watering and pruning, which is a task they seek volunteer help with throughout the summer. You'll also get a sneak peek into the 2024 Louisville Tree Week coming up October 12-20th; and learn about the public process currently underway to develop the first ever Louisville Tree Plan! Learn more and take the survey at https://www.louisvilletreeplan.org/ Finally, we discuss MSD Reforestation Grants for landowners in Jefferson County (up to $8000) which are open for application July 1st - August 1st (https://louisvillemsd.org/trees); and you can propose a Tree Planting Project: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfKvqg4aPfFbgblc7WVWHiirdjZCSSgAudbNF_DQNM9C65v1w/viewform As always, our feature is followed by your community action calendar for the week, so get your calendars out and get ready to take action for sustainability NOW! Sustainability Now! is hosted by Dr. Justin Mog and airs on Forward Radio, 106.5fm, WFMP-LP Louisville, every Monday at 6pm and repeats Tuesdays at 12am and 10am. Find us at http://forwardradio.org The music in this podcast is courtesy of the local band Appalatin and is used by permission. Explore their delightful music at http://appalatin.com

How can you outsmart even the wariest of community cats? Join us for the second part of our conversation with expert trapper Bryan Kortis from Neighborhood Cats, where he unveils advanced strategies for trapping elusive felines. Learn the art of camouflaging traps with natural materials like burlap, and discover innovative baiting techniques using food boats and duct tape. Bryan shares his wisdom on the dowel trick for cats that step over trip plates and the value of experimenting with various baits such as herbal options and fried chicken. Don't miss his crucial advice on always being prepared with sheets to cover traps immediately after a cat is caught.  We also spotlight the indispensable services of the Community Cat Clinic in Woodstock, Georgia, where TNR (Trap-Neuter-Return) techniques go beyond the basics. Explore how tools like headlamps, laser pointers, and clear rear doors can transform your trapping success, especially when dealing with mother cats and kittens. You'll hear about the advantages of cellular trail cameras for real-time trap monitoring and gain practical tips illustrated by the heartwarming story of Lulu. From using sunshade netting to baiting with sardines, and employing laser pointers and YouTube videos of kittens meowing, discover the creative methods that led to her successful capture.  In this episode, you will hear: Camouflage techniques to trap cats Effective baiting strategies Catnip and sound for cat traps Trapping stray cats and kittens The fate of cats from fire area Achieving 100% cat rescue success Resources from this Episode For the Full Recording and Downloadable Handouts - https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/tnrtraining Neighborhood Cats Website - https://www.neighborhoodcats.org Neighborhood Cats Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/neighborhoodcats/ Neighborhood Cats Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nbrhoodcats/ The Everything TNR Playlist - https://communitycatspodcast.com/everythingtnr Visit TNR Workshops and Community Cat Care Training for more webinars like this - https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/community-cat-care-training-education/ This episode is sponsored in part by Maddie's Fund (https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/maddies566) and The Community Cat Clinic (https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/catclinicga). Follow and Review: We'd love for you to follow us if you haven't yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We'd love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast. Episode Credits If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Emerald City Productions. They helped me grow and produce the podcast you are listening to right now. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com Let them know we sent you.

Makerspaces offer support and encouragement for educators who want to incorporate art into the curriculum. Colleen's guest is Dr. Erin Beard, the Programs Director for Talent Maker City, who describes a makerspace as a community learning lab that furnishes materials and equipment in arts and technology to make learning a hands-on experience. Imagine a place with a 3D printer, a wood-working shop, a ceramics studio, and people to help you use them all.  With twenty previous years of experience as a middle and high school teacher, Dr. Beard emphasizes the importance of STEAM-based adventures (science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics) to guide student inquiry and critical thinking. She offers several suggestions for using all forms of art to revive the inherent love of learning that may have been shut down through traditional methods.  Educators are encouraged to find a nearby makerspace for learning opportunities, use of equipment, and advice for adding a tactile dimension to their teaching. In a makerspace they will find camaraderie and shared knowledge to turn their ideas for the classroom into reality.    Resources -  Talent Maker City What is a Makerspace and where is one near me?   OEA Grow is a proud member of the Labor Radio Podcast Network

What if you could turn the most elusive feral cat into a successfully trapped and cared-for community member? Join Bryan Kortis from Neighborhood Cats as he brings extensive experience to the forefront in this special two-part audio presentation. Learn effective cat trapping techniques, established feeding patterns, and the use of various traps such as roundhouse and drop traps.  Get ready to explore the nuts and bolts of using the uniquely designed roundhouse trap to catch feral cats. We'll discuss why having a variety of traps is crucial and offer practical tips for transferring cats and selecting the right bait. The episode also covers the best practices for trap placement, making sure you maximize your capture success rate, especially for those tricky, hard-to-catch felines. Additionally, you'll discover cost-effective methods like using trap mats for a more comfortable and effective trapping experience. Finally, hear the riveting story of rescuing cats after a fire and the innovative techniques that emerged from this crisis. Learn about the development of the tunnel trap and auto drop trap – two game-changing innovations that are set to become new standards in cat rescue. Don't miss this episode if you're passionate about cat rescue and want to stay updated on the latest trapping technologies. In this episode, you will hear: Cat trapping tips and tricks The intricacies of using the roundhouse trap for catching cats Trap mats and catching cats with drop traps Rescuing cats after a fire The basics of trap training for community cats Feral cat trap preparation Trap innovation for cat rescue Resources from this Episode For the Full Recording and Downloadable Handouts - https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/tnrtraining Neighborhood Cats Website - https://www.neighborhoodcats.org Neighborhood Cats Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/neighborhoodcats/ Neighborhood Cats Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nbrhoodcats/ The Everything TNR Playlist - https://communitycatspodcast.com/everythingtnr Visit TNR Workshops and Community Cat Care Training for more webinars like this - https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/community-cat-care-training-education/ This episode is sponsored in part by Maddie's Fund (https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/maddies565), Tomahawk Traps(https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/tomahawk), and The Community Cat Clinic (https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/catclinicga). Follow and Review: We'd love for you to follow us if you haven't yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We'd love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast. Episode Credits If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Emerald City Productions. They helped me grow and produce the podcast you are listening to right now. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com Let them know we sent you.

Join us as we continue our exploration of the transformative power of Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) programs in the second part of our series with Bryan Kortis from Neighborhood Cats. He shares invaluable insights on adapting TNR initiatives to various community sizes, the balance between grassroots efforts and expert approaches, and the essential steps for involving community members.  Listen in as we discuss the journey from awareness to action for local caretakers and the strategic expansion of TNR efforts that embrace the entire community. We take a deep look at what makes an effective TNR program tick. From not testing feral cats for FDLV or FIV without clinical necessity to the value of TNR certification, we share proven best practices. We also discuss the critical partnership with service providers and the importance of support networks that provide resources, affordable veterinary care, and even crowd-funded assistance for urgent cases.  Plus, learn how ongoing support for caretakers post-TNR, including food and shelter provisions, is vital for the well-being of cats and communities alike. Whether you're a seasoned TNR advocate or just starting, get practical advice for nurturing a robust TNR network in both urban and rural settings.  In this episode, you will hear: Building a grassroots TNR movement Creating an effective TNR program Community cat TNR program best practices Community TNR program support and resources Building a movement in rural areas Resources from this Episode For the Full Recording and Downloadable Handouts - https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/tnrtraining Neighborhood Cats Website - https://www.neighborhoodcats.org Neighborhood Cats Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/neighborhoodcats/ Neighborhood Cats Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nbrhoodcats/ The Everything TNR Playlist - https://communitycatspodcast.com/everythingtnr Visit TNR Workshops and Community Cat Care Training for more webinars like this - https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/community-cat-care-training-education/ This episode is sponsored in part by Maddie's Fund (https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/maddies561). Follow and Review: We'd love for you to follow us if you haven't yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We'd love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast. Episode Credits If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Emerald City Productions. They helped me grow and produce the podcast you are listening to right now. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com Let them know we sent you.

Unlock the secrets behind the transformative Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) movement with Neighborhood Cats' Bryan Kortis as we take you on a riveting two-part adventure. Dive into the grassroots story of New York City's cat population control, discovering how targeted TNR projects and collaborative community efforts led to a dramatic reduction in euthanasia rates. Be inspired by the model colony's success, where cat numbers plummeted through strategic interventions and the passionate involvement of local caretakers.  This week, we're not just talking TNR; we're showcasing the strategic mastery that has reshaped neighborhoods and saved feline lives. We explore how pilot projects can snag government support and the monumental breakthrough with Rikers Island that vaulted TNR into the limelight in NYC. Learn how focused, high-profile initiatives can amplify the impact of TNR and yield significant, documentable successes in community cat care, all while gaining insights into how you can apply these approaches in your own backyard.  In this episode, you will hear: Community efforts to control cat population Effective colony-level targeting for population decline Maximizing caretaker participation in TNR Model neighborhood project success Building success through real-life examples  TNR success at Rikers Island Resources from this Episode For the Full Recording and Downloadable Handouts - https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/tnrtraining Neighborhood Cats Website - https://www.neighborhoodcats.org Neighborhood Cats Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/neighborhoodcats/ Neighborhood Cats Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nbrhoodcats/ The Everything TNR Playlist - https://communitycatspodcast.com/everythingtnr Visit TNR Workshops and Community Cat Care Training for more webinars like this - https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/community-cat-care-training-education/ This episode is sponsored in part by Maddie's Fund (https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/maddies562). Follow and Review: We'd love for you to follow us if you haven't yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We'd love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast. Episode Credits If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Emerald City Productions. They helped me grow and produce the podcast you are listening to right now. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com Let them know we sent you.

Brace your whiskers for a deep dive into the heartwarming world of community cat care as we reveal secrets to crafting the perfect winter shelters and share non-invasive tricks for keeping our feline friends safe and neighbors happy. Our guide through this chilly chapter is Bryan Kortis, National Programs Director at Neighborhood Cats. His expertise is just what we need to navigate the wintry challenges that face community cats.  Bryan brings a wealth of knowledge and practical advice on constructing winter shelters that not only provide warmth but also blend seamlessly into urban landscapes. Whether it's crafting shelters from scratch or adapting readily available materials, his insights are invaluable. And it's not just about the physical structures – Bryan delves into the nitty-gritty of keeping peace with neighbors, non-invasive cat deterrents, and ensuring the overall health and well-being of the cats we cherish.  From vitamin C supplements to cranberry extracts for urinary health, we cover all the essentials and even sprinkle in some wisdom on leveraging the community for support. Storms may howl and snow may fall, but with this episode's guidance, you'll have the tools to shield your community cats from nature's challenges. Discover the significance of proper shelter placement and the art of prepping a storm-ready haven to keep their tails wagging while giving you peace of mind. In this episode, you will hear: Tips for winter shelter building and cat management Using Mylar blankets for cold climates Cat-proofing garden and car Nature's remedies for cat health Community cat care and support Funding and food for animal colonies Resources from this Episode Neighborhood Cats Website - https://www.neighborhoodcats.org Neighborhood Cats Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/neighborhoodcats/ Neighborhood Cats Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nbrhoodcats/ The Everything TNR Playlist - https://communitycatspodcast.com/everythingtnr Visit TNR Workshops and Community Cat Care Training for more webinars like this - https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/community-cat-care-training-education/  This episode is sponsored in part by Maddie's Fund (https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/maddies556) and Tomahawk Live Trap. (https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/tomahawk). Follow and Review: We'd love for you to follow us if you haven't yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We'd love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast. Episode Credits If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Emerald City Productions. They helped me grow and produce the podcast you are listening to right now. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com. Let them know we sent you.

Unlock the secrets to managing a thriving community cat colony as we team up with experts Bryan Kortis from Neighborhood Cats shares essential tips on maintaining a consistent feeding schedule and crafting secure feeding locations that benefit our feline companions.  Prepare to enhance your caretaking skills. Learn how to keep mealtime peaceful and food safe from wildlife intruders. Join us for a deep dive into cat nutrition as we dissect pet food labels, revealing the necessity of meat-based ingredients for your colony's carnivorous diet. We demystify the grain vs. meat debate and serve up practical advice on delivering quality nutrition without breaking the bank. Whether you're navigating the aisles for wet or dry food options, we've got you covered with brand recommendations that strike the perfect balance between cost and the health of your colony cats.  As the winter winds blow, we wrap up with vital strategies for adapting your care routine to the colder months. Discover how to keep water unfrozen and the importance of providing adequate shelter to ensure the comfort and safety of your community cats. Plus, we emphasize the role of responsible feeding practices and the significance of spay-neuter programs in humanely controlling cat populations. This episode is a must-listen for both seasoned caretakers and newcomers eager to make a meaningful impact in the lives of community cats. In this episode, you will hear: Colony caretaking tips and tricks Feeding patterns and wildlife management Understanding cat nutrition and behavior Spay-neuter advocacy and feeding stations Feeding tips for cats in winter Resources from this Episode Neighborhood Cats Website - https://www.neighborhoodcats.org Neighborhood Cats Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/neighborhoodcats/ Neighborhood Cats Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nbrhoodcats/ The Everything TNR Playlist - https://communitycatspodcast.com/everythingtnr Visit TNR Workshops and Community Cat Care Training for more webinars like this - https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/community-cat-care-training-education/ This episode is sponsored in part by Maddie's Fund (https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/maddies555) and The United Spay Alliance (https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/unitedspay). Follow and Review: We'd love for you to follow us if you haven't yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We'd love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast. Episode Credits If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Emerald City Productions. They helped me grow and produce the podcast you are listening to right now. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com. Let them know we sent you.

How can art complicate claims of progress, innovation and the use of rapidly developing emerging technologies in MENA? In this episode, Cima Chehab speaks to visual artist Nadim Choufi about how he incorporates technology into his artwork both as subject matter and as medium. In the conversation, they discuss Nadim's own artistic practice, his use of “lecture performances” and the question of whether life is truly enhanced by progress and technology, which is one of the main questions that underpins his work. Nadim also explores emerging art in the Middle East and how technology has transformed a new generation of artists – from digital illustrations to meme accounts. Nadim is a visual artist living in Beirut. He primarily focuses on the material histories and futures of innovation and desire, their social and political driving forces, and the visual and literary practices that surround them. He is a 2024 resident at the Jan van Eyck Academy. Currently he is the curator of the film programme of the 2024 festival edition of transmediale and a researcher at Haven For Artists. Previously he was co-Programs Director at Beirut Art Center. https://nadimchoufi.com/

On March 6, Green Party MLA Adam Olsen retabled a bear den protection bill in the BC legislature for the third time. Olsen has been pushing for legal changes since October 2022 but has yet to have his private members bill heard. For decades, environmentalists and First Nations have been advocating for an amendment to the Wildlife Protection Act to include bear dens. We speak with Mark Worthing, Campaigns and Programs Director at the Awinakola Foundation.

Ever wondered how a stray feline's journey through a Return to Field (RTF) program can lead it back home? This week, we continue our deep dive into the world of community cats, focusing on the pivotal steps from shelter intake to safe return, and the intricate assessments that ensure these whiskered wanderers thrive. Join in as we examine the critical information that shelters must gather and the art of interpreting feline behavior – a true detective story of piecing together each cat's past.  Explore how shelters can best communicate with those who find stray cats and the creative solutions that can address community concerns, from sprinkler systems to cat-proof fencing. Deciding which cats qualify for RTF involves a blend of factors like health and temperament, and we debate whether it's a job for one or a task for a team.  This segment offers a playbook for harmonizing the needs of community cats with those of their human neighbors. We also cover effective strategies for managing RTF and Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) programs, including a study that illustrates the significant impact these programs have on reducing shelter intake and euthanasia rates.  In this episode, you will hear: Return to field programs in shelters Evaluating cat health and safety Individual assessment in field programs Caring for cats in traps and cat release location considerations Community cat population trends over time FVRCP and microchipping in community cats Resources from this Episode Neighborhood Cats Website - https://www.neighborhoodcats.org Neighborhood Cats Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/neighborhoodcats/ Neighborhood Cats Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nbrhoodcats/ The Everything TNR Playlist - https://communitycatspodcast.com/everythingtnr Visit TNR Workshops and Community Cat Care Training for more webinars like this - https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/community-cat-care-training-education/ And if you're excited to start a return-to-field program and would like to connect with other Community Cats Podcast listeners to get more tips and tricks, to ask about issues you might run into, and of course to post pictures of your successful trapping, you can join our Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/communitycatspodcast/  This episode is sponsored in part by Maddie's Fund (https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/maddies553) and The United Spay Alliance (https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/unitedspay). Follow and Review: We'd love for you to follow us if you haven't yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We'd love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast. Episode Credits If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Emerald City Productions. They helped me grow and produce the podcast you are listening to right now. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com Let them know we sent you.

"I think it's important to acknowledge that there's a reason we're trying to solve community cat over population because this is, ya know, not always a great situation for the cats. When it comes to return to field, we're looking at animals coming into the shelter…they have good body condition scores, they appear quite healthy, and that lets you know that they're figuring it out. That they're surviving in their territory. And when you return them, they're not facing any more or fewer risks than they faced before they came into the shelter and allowing them to continue to navigate that environment is better than ending their lives." Why do we think return-to-field is important and what does "field" even mean? You're about to find out! This week we're bringing you a special audio presentation of an advanced webinar we held late last year in partnership with the experts at Neighborhood Cats. The conversation will start this week with part one and part two will be available next week. You see, it used to be that a feral cat had little chance of exiting a shelter alive after he entered.  But that's no longer the case.  In recent years, more and more shelters have adopted Return-to-Field (RTF) programs. Instead of euthanizing healthy community cats (whether feral, friendly or otherwise), the shelter will spay or neuter, eartip and vaccinate, then return the cat back to where he was found. Come along as Bryan talks about the policies behind RTF, the mechanics of implementing the program, current controversies over the RTF of friendly cats, and how to combine RTF with TNR in general to lower cat populations and create sustainability. These programs are a game changer for community cats and whether you work or volunteer in sheltering, TNR or community cat programs or just value the lives of our feline friends, you won't want to miss a second of this show! In this episode, you will hear: The definition of Return-to-Field How RTF leads to lower intake and euthanasia rates in shelters Examples of RTF programs/projects and how they worked  How these programs help improve moral and ease the stress of staff and volunteers Joyful stories about releasing cats in their environment How to educate the community about the benefits of RTF Managing misinformation, myths, and fear Resources from this Episode Neighborhood Cats Website - https://www.neighborhoodcats.org Neighborhood Cats Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/neighborhoodcats/ Neighborhood Cats Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nbrhoodcats/ The Everything TNR Playlist - https://communitycatspodcast.com/everythingtnr Visit TNR Workshops and Community Cat Care Training for more webinars like this - https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/community-cat-care-training-education/ This episode is sponsored in part by Maddie's Fund (https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/maddies552), Urban Cat League (https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/urban-cat-league), and Tomahawk Live Trap. (https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/tomahawk). Please take a moment to visit them! Follow & Review We'd love for you to follow us if you haven't yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We'd love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast.

Full episode transcript HERE.Happy Abortion Provider Appreciation Week AND International Women's Day! Lizz is still vacay-ing it up, so Abortion Access Front Head Writer Alyssa (AKA, Dooks) is holding it down with Moji again - lucky us!  This week we're reminding y'all why and how you should be supporting abortion providers year-round. We're also spilling the pipin' hot abobo tea from this week's shenanigans in this dystopian hellscape we're fighting through. We drag Tennessee's latest BS, but celebrate some wins brought to you by Nebraska, CVS, & Walgreens! We remember Dr. David Gunn and Bronx Abortion, and expose the anti-abobo clowns that are targeting clinics with some real shady videos.  SPECIAL GUEST ROLL CALL:  Melissa Grant, COO & Co-Founder of FemHealth USA is in the house to drop the ugly truth of the horrors and violence abortion clinics face on the daily and delivers the knowledge on how YOU can fight back! PLUS, AAF's very own Programs Director and abortion clinic protector, Kristin Hady, drops by with this season's hottest tips for being an awesome abobo ally and showing solidarity with abortion providers. Times are heavy, but knowledge is power, y'all. We gotchu. OPERATION SAVE ABORTION: You can still join the 10,000+ womb warriors fighting the patriarchy by listening to our five-part OpSave pod series and Mifepristone Panel by clicking HERE for episodes, your toolkit, marching orders, and more. ROE-CABULARY: Hyde Amendment - the Hyde Amendment prohibits federal funds from being used for abortion care except for cases of rape, incest or to protect the life of the mother.  HOSTS:Moji Alawode-El @MojiLocksAlyssa Al-Dookhi @TheDookness SPECIAL GUESTS: Kristin Hady IG: @TAC_escorts TW: @CCCEscortsMelissa Grant IG/TW/TikTok: @Carafem NEWS DUMP:Tennessee GOP Blocks IVF Protection Bill in Committee Over Abortion ConcernsNebraska Supreme Court Hears Arguments on Abortion, Trans Care LawCvs & Walgreens to Begin Selling Abortion Pill This MonthA Crucial Abortion Access Lifeline Is Hanging by a ThreadMissouri Accuses Planned Parenthood of ‘Trafficking' Minors to Get Abortions ​GUEST LINKS:Amazon Wishlist: Send Gift Cards to Abortion Clinics!Toledo Abortion Center EscortsCarafem WebsiteDONATE: Carafem EPISODE LINKS:Indie Clinic in the Bronx: Dr. Emily Women's CenterSUPPORT ABORTION CLINICS3/10 CALL TO ACTION: Zoom Signup SIGN: Mifepristone PetitionBUY: Reproductive Rights Wall Art!EMAIL your abobo questions to The Feminist BuzzkillsAAF's Abortion-Themed Rage Playlist FOLLOW US:Listen to us ~ FBK PodcastInstagram ~ @AbortionFrontTwitter ~ @AbortionFrontTikTok ~ @AbortionFrontFacebook ~ @AbortionFrontYouTube ~ @AbortionAccessFront TALK TO THE CHARLEY BOT FOR ABOBO OPTIONS & RESOURCES HERE!PATREON HERE! Support our work, get exclusive merch and more! DONATE TO AAF HERE!ACTIVIST CALENDAR HERE!VOLUNTEER WITH US HERE!ADOPT-A-CLINIC HERE!EXPOSE FAKE CLINICS HERE!GET ABOBO PILLS FROM PLAN C PILLS HERE!When BS is poppin', we pop off! *** This podcast uses this sound from freesound:“Wammies.mp3” by warlockninja ( https://freesound.org/people/warlockninja/sounds/180478/) licensed under CCBYNC 4.0

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Welcome back to our third episode of a five-part miniseries exploring how a focus on local food builds relationships with people and the environment.  If you haven't followed this miniseries, you may want to go back and listen from episode 26, Localizing the Regional Food System.   In our last episode we explored the community food web, a local alternative to the globalized food system that centers our relationships with our communities and with the land.    In this episode, we look at some relationships that people have with their foodways and some of the impacts that are felt when these relationships are damaged.  Then we'll hear how some folks are restoring their communities' relationships with the land and with each other. At the end, we'll hear what Vermont Farmers Food Center is doing to help build back those community relationships in Rutland.   Steve Gorelick, Managing and Programs Director for Local Futures, believes that the globalized accumulation economy has isolated us from true community.  Steve says that before globalization, our agriculturally based communities were inherently more interconnected, and that this isolation has many serious effects.   Farmer and Vermont Farmers Food Center founder, Greg Cox, believes that global agribusiness' goal is yield, and that individual and community health has suffered in the wake of this approach.     Shane Rogers of Food Solutions New England, believes that social inequities have been exacerbated by an unaccountable global food system, and that communities are their own best experts for rebalancing the power dynamic that a globalized system creates.   Many communities that have been marginalized by the global yield-based economy are rebuilding their relationships with their foodways and creating more just systems while doing so.  We have explored many of these stories on Root Words over the past few years.   In episode 4, Sugaring in Vermont, Vermont Abenaki chef Jessee Lawyer describes his experience practicing traditional indigenous maple sugaring.  In episodes 10, 11, 15, and 16, We explore the Vermont Abenaki's quest for food sovereignty and preservation of their cultural food traditions, and hear from some allies in these efforts.     In episode 18 Taking Space, Vermont RELEAF Collective, I spoke with Olivia Pena, founder of Vermont RELEAF Collective, a network by Black Indigenous, & People of Color advancing Racial Equity in Land, Environment, Agriculture, & Foodways.  This Vermont BIPOC network amplifies and lifts marginalized voices, while building community and sharing opportunities around foodways and land stewardship.     If you haven't listened to our older episodes, they show some real depth to our communities' cultural and social practices around food, and they are worth a listen.   Instead of replaying a segment from one of these earlier episodes, I'd like to play a piece from an unaired interview I did with Rich Holshuh in October of 2021.  Rich is a citizen of the Elnu Abenaki Tribe, and working on the Atowi project that hopes to create balance with communities and with place.  Forced removal separated indigenous people from their land and foodways abruptly.  This and the cultural genocide that followed makes it very difficult for indigenous people to maintain their relationship with place and with their food system.  Rich's Atowi project is doing some really amazing work in partnership with the Brattleboro Retreat Farm and SuSu ComUNITY farm to address this reality.  Stay tuned for more on this work in future episodes of Root Words.   Many BIPOC organizations and networks are leading the way to reestablish relationships between communities and with place.    To learn about the work of Atowi and of SuSu CommUNITY Farm, check out atowi.org, and susucommunityfarm.org.     Here in Rutland, farmer and VFFC board president, Greg Cox feels that most people no longer know where our food comes from and we've been detached from our connection to place and to seasonal change because of it, resulting in poor mental and physical health for us as individuals and for our communities as a whole.  Greg feels that communities can be saved by rebuilding economic viability, beginning with a local food economy.  This belief led Greg and others to create the Vermont Farmers Food Center in 2012.     By focusing on seasonal community gathering around food, VFFC creates the space for authentic community connections and empathetic relationships between people and sets the stage for healing and restoration while reconnecting people to their home's natural cycles and rhythms.  By using local food as common ground, VFFC facilitates a place-based culture that engages the community.   Heidi Lynch is the executive director for Vermont Farmers Food Center.  Under Heidi's guidance, VFFC leads a grassroots effort to become more connected to community and place by gathering around local food.    A built awareness around our connections to nature and community through a local food web creates space for dialog, understanding, and healing.  We are all connected to place by our food and to each other through our community food web.  When you become a supporter of VFFC, you establish a local relationship with farmers, food producers, and community members.  You establish a relationship with place.  For more information on becoming a member of the community at VFFC, visit VFFC's website at vermontfarmersfoodcenter.org.    Food is the heart of one of our most intimate relationships with nature. We have the opportunity to connect with the land, the farmers, and our community when we restore relationships through the foods we choose to eat. Through a shared sense of place we can build trust and start healing our relationships with each other.   Rebuilding trust and our relationships with each other and with the land we occupy creates a strong foundation for food web resilience, but in order to bring the food system home you need a physical place, and it needs to be big and accessible. On the next Root Words we'll hear how a grassroots community effort worked to rescue an aging piece of the community's industrial past.     This episode was produced by Stephen Abatiell and Julia Anderson.   Special thanks to Steve Gorelick, Shane Rogers, Rich Holshuh, Greg Cox, and Heidi Lynch.   To learn more, check out the Atowi project at atowi.org, and SuSu CommUNITY Farm at susucommunityfarm.org.     For more information on the community at VFFC, visit vermontfarmersfoodcenter.org.  This Root Words series has been underwritten by Windswept Farm and Rutland Fluoride Action.    Barry Cohen of Windswept Farm strongly supports VFFC and is very encouraged with the Food Hub plan. Barry says, “My farm as well as my partner, The Squier Family Farm, expect to use the food hub facilities with it benefiting our process and profit.”   The folks at Rutland Fluoride Action are dedicated to ending fluoridation of the Rutland City water supply, learn more at RutlandFluorideAction.org. Root Words is produced in the heart of Rutland County Vermont and is made possible by generous support from listeners like you.  You can support Root Words by visiting us Online

“You also want to know your community so your outreach is effective.” This episode is sponsored in part by Urban Cat League, Doobert.com, and Maddie's Fund. In today's podcast, we are proud to bring you part two of the audio version of "Targeted TNR & Getting the Most Bang for Your Buck Presented by Neighborhood Cats". (If you haven't listened to part one, you can check it out here.) The more cats you fix, the more impact your TNR program will have, right? Wrong! Spay/neuter volume alone is rarely enough by itself to keep consistently reducing a community's free-roaming cat population over time. Another aspect of the program needs to be identifying areas of high need (meaning, lots of cats) and then focusing TNR resources at that location in order to achieve high sterilization rates. Discover what targeting is, why it's so important, and how you can do it no matter how large or small your program is. To learn more about Neighborhood Cats, you may visit their website. If you'd like to watch this presentation, you can visit our YouTube channel to check it out. To download handouts mentioned in the show, you can visit our Community Cat Care Training and Education page to find these, and a treasure trove of other TNR and community cat care education.

“...if you do it in this concentrated way, where you're focused on one part of the community...by in larger you'll have defeated the vacuum effect.” This episode is sponsored in part by Urban Cat League, Doobert.com, and Maddie's Fund. In today's podcast, we are proud to bring you part one of the audio version of "Targeted TNR & Getting the Most Bang for Your Buck Presented by Neighborhood Cats". The more cats you fix, the more impact your TNR program will have, right? Wrong! Spay/neuter volume alone is rarely enough by itself to keep consistently reducing a community's free-roaming cat population over time. Another aspect of the program needs to be identifying areas of high need (meaning, lots of cats) and then focusing TNR resources at that location in order to achieve high sterilization rates. Discover what targeting is, why it's so important, and how you can do it no matter how large or small your program is. To learn more about Neighborhood Cats, you may visit their website. If you'd like to watch this presentation, you can visit our YouTube channel to check it out. To download handouts mentioned in the show, you can visit our Community Cat Care Training and Education page to find these, and a treasure trove of other TNR and community cat care education.

“We're not going to the with a sense of entitlement...that's not going to get you very far...you have to let organizations move at a pace they're comfortable with and realize things can accelerate once they get involved.” This episode is sponsored in part by Cats of the Wild Podcast, Doobert.com, and Maddie's Fund. In today's podcast, we are proud to bring you part two of the audio version of "Mobilizing the Community to Make TNR Happen Presented by Neighborhood Cats". (If you haven't listened to part one, you can check it out here.) So many cats, so few trappers… and veterinarians… and holding space… and transporters. If you live in a well-populated urban or suburban area and you're trying to use TNR to address your city or town's entire free-roaming cat population, you'll need a lot of help! How do you mobilize the public to trap the cats in their backyards, get hands-on involvement, attract volunteers, and gain community support? In parts one and two of this special release, you'll learn from the folks who started the community TNR program in New York City and helped other municipalities organize their programs. We'll go over training the public, providing support services, tracking success, gaining publicity, and more. To learn more about Neighborhood Cats, you may visit their website. If you'd like to watch this presentation, you can hop on over to our YouTube channel to check it out. To download handouts mentioned in the show, you can visit our Community Cat Care Training and Education page to find these, and a treasure trove of other TNR and community cat care education.

“How do you manage TNR on a much larger scale...as more of a program manager?” This episode is sponsored in part by Cats of the Wild Podcast, Doobert.com, and Maddie's Fund. In today's podcast, we are proud to bring you part one of the audio version of "Mobilizing the Community to Make TNR Happen Presented by Neighborhood Cats". So many cats, so few trappers… and veterinarians… and holding space… and transporters. If you live in a well-populated urban or suburban area and you're trying to use TNR to address your city or town's entire free-roaming cat population, you'll need a lot of help! How do you mobilize the public to trap the cats in their backyards, get hands-on involvement, attract volunteers, and gain community support? In parts one and two (coming July 11th) of this Learn from the folks who started the community TNR program in New York City and helped other municipalities organize their programs as well. We'll go over training the public, providing support services, tracking success, gaining publicity, and more. To learn more about Neighborhood Cats, you may visit their website. If you'd like to watch this presentation, you can hop on over to our YouTube channel to check it out. To download handouts mentioned in the show, you can visit our Community Cat Care Training and Education page to find these, and a treasure trove of other TNR and community cat care education.

“This brings us to one of the hot-button issues happening right now in return-to-field...what about friendly cats?” This episode is sponsored in part by Cats of the Wild Podcast, Doobert.com, and Maddie's Fund. In today's podcast, we are proud to bring you the audio version of "Return-to-Field & Targeting: The Community Cat Program Presented by Neighborhood Cats". In part two of this special episode, your host, Bryan Kortis, will help you learn what return-to-field and targeting are and how can we use them to save lives and reduce the number of cats living on our streets. He will give details about these approaches, the policies behind them, and the mechanics of how they work. Plus find out how Return-to-Field and targeted TNR can be combined to achieve dramatic, sustainable reductions in both euthanasia and intake at open-admission shelters. To learn more about Neighborhood Cats, you may visit their website. If you'd like to watch this presentation, you can hop on over to our YouTube channel to check it out. To download handouts mentioned in the show, you can visit our Community Cat Care Training and Education page to find these, and a treasure trove of other TNR and community cat care education.

Jamie Cochran joined Leif Babin and Jocko Willink as the first employee at Echelon Front in 2014. She quickly expanded her initial role as Director of Operations and was named Chief Operating Officer in early 2021. After earning her degree in Business Marketing and Communications, Jamie served in leadership positions in several organizations to include Glacier Bay, a boutique hedge fund as the Client Relations Director; San Diego State University as a Programs Director; and Tiffany & Company as a Visual Creative Director. Here at Echelon Front, she leads a diverse team that oversees all business operations and events. Her team also coordinates Echelon Front engagements across the globe, ensuring a world-class client experience. Jamie embraces the mindset of Extreme Ownership and implements it across all aspects of her business and life. As a speaker and Leadership Instructor, she makes the connection between the combat leadership principles of Extreme Ownership and how she implements them in her life as a business leader, woman, mother of three, and wife of a former Navy SEAL.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content