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On this week's show: the Open Home Foundation puts Community Day 2026 on the calendar, Apollo makes ESPHome a little less breadboard-y, Petlibro reminds everyone why cloud-dependent pet gear is a terrible way to miss dinner, and Whisker proves AI still can't always tell one cat from another. We also hit Brilliant's new managed-service subscription, Comcast turning routers into motion sensors with a privacy asterisk, Aqara pushing Matter camera controls forward, Sonos news, plus CEDIA-bound gear from DreamWall and DoorBird, a pick of the week, project updates, and so much more!Community Day 2026: Save the date! – Open Home FoundationESPHome Starter Kit is shipping!Universal Paperclips (Game)HomeTech HeadlinesCats and dogs are missing meals after a popular smart feeder went downWhisker's AI-powered litter robot thinks my cats swapped bodiesBrilliant Launches Subscription Service for Managed Smart Home AutomationDreamWall to Debut New Generation of Outdoor CooLED MicroLED Video Wall Solutions at CEDIA Expo 2026DoorBird Launches the New D22x Series - Residential SystemsComcast adds motion sensing to millions of its newer routers, with a privacy catch | TechCrunchSonos gets ready to launch new Ace Ultra headphonesSonos Adds Live Activities Support on iPhoneAqara enables PTZ camera control through Matter on the G350SEED - SEED Early Access | A brand new world, ready to be populatedWhats Up, Reynoldsburg?

This week Kelli and Troy are back with another installment of The Nanny Scandals! This time, they're focusing on Arnold Schwarzenegger, Maria Shriver, and their longtime housekeeper, Mildred "Patty" Baena. The two revisit the scandal that dominated headlines in 2011 and look at the entire story with a 2026 perspective. They also discuss Arnold's relationship with his son Joseph, Maria's side of the story, and just how differently this scandal might be covered if it happened today. Join our Patreon for more content! - ⁠⁠patreon.com/Beyondtheblinds⁠⁠ Follow us on Instagram -⁠ ⁠instagram.com/beyondtheblindspod⁠⁠ Kelli on IG - ⁠⁠instagram.com/laguna_biotch/⁠⁠ Troy on IG -⁠ ⁠Instagram.com/troyjeanspears⁠⁠ Sponsors:  ASPCA: ⁠ASPCAPetinsurance.com/blinds⁠ - explore your coverage Shopify:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠shopify.com/blinds⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - start your free trial today Boll & Branch: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠bollandbranch.com/blinds⁠⁠⁠ and use code BLINDS to get 15% off and free shipping Quince: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Quince.com/BLINDS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for free shipping and 365 day returns  Whisker:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠whisker.com/blinds⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠-Take an additional $50 off Whisker Litter Robot bundles with code BLINDS  Wayfair: Head to ⁠⁠⁠Wayfair.com⁠⁠⁠ to shop all things home  Vinted:⁠ Vinted.com⁠  - download the Vinted app for free to start listing with no seller fees, and for a limited time, enjoy free shipping in the US Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Approximate Timestamps (adjust by a few minutes due to ads) 02:00 - Perez Hilton 08:25 - Sterling Point 12:10 - Hilary Duff 15:31 - Ads 23:06 - Growing Up Gotti 23:58 - Sports Betting 30:16 - Woodstock '99: Peace, Love, and Rage 34:03 - Movie Moment: Tony, Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma, One Night Only 41:07 - Nightmare on Elm Street 50:33 - Ads 54:30 - William Orbit 56:03 - Brad Pitt 01:00:34 - Wendy Williams 01:02:07 - America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders 01:04:28 - Britney Spears 01:07:52 - Michael B. Jordan and Raye 01:09:08 - Hot Topic 01:13:22 - Monsters of God 01:15:00 - Tori Spelling vs. Jenni Garth 01:20:52 - James Haven (Angelina Jolie's Brother) 01:22:19 - Outro Join our Patreon for more content! - ⁠⁠patreon.com/Beyondtheblinds⁠⁠ Follow us on Instagram -⁠ ⁠instagram.com/beyondtheblindspod⁠⁠ Kelli on IG - ⁠⁠instagram.com/laguna_biotch/⁠⁠ Troy on IG -⁠ ⁠Instagram.com/troyjeanspears⁠⁠ Sponsors:  ASPCA: ASPCAPetinsurance.com/blinds - explore your coverage Shopify:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠shopify.com/blinds⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - start your free trial today  Boll & Branch: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠bollandbranch.com/blinds⁠⁠ and use code BLINDS to get 15% off and free shipping Quince: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Quince.com/BLINDS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for free shipping and 365 day returns  Whisker:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠whisker.com/blinds⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠-Take an additional $50 off Whisker Litter Robot bundles with code BLINDS  Wayfair: Head to ⁠⁠Wayfair.com⁠⁠ to shop all things home  Vinted: Vinted.com  - download the Vinted app for free to start listing with no seller fees, and for a limited time, enjoy free shipping in the US Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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00.00: Intro 03.10: Crazy cat ladys's are real! 07.10: Does the IRD owe you money? 15.30: SLP - How do you press the button at the pedestrian corssing 19.45: Whisker fatigue 23.30: Top 6 - Signs the winner is Gen Z 30.00: The Titanic exhibit is coming to Auckland 35.15: Gen Z think eyeshadow is cringe 38.00: When did the prank go wrong? 46.50: Ooshie trading 51.50: is your ex orbiting you? 55.20:: Fact of the day 59.00 What happened at the school reunion? 1.08.00: Do you have a bad laugh? 1.15.10: A warning for the girlies wearing short shorts... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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One solo episode wasn't enough to settle the debate over the world's best wine cities — so this time, two frequent flyers weigh in. Jenna Fields and Zack Musick of the German Wine Collection, who log more travel miles promoting German wine than almost anyone in the industry, join to build their own list using the same four-part framework from the last episode: selection, people, variety, and identity. London tops it (officially "Germany-adjacent"), followed by a New York walking tour through Michelin-starred dining rooms, a surprise nod to Phoenix's under-the-radar sommelier scene, and a park-bench cheesesteak in Philly washed down with Frappato from a plastic cup. Pour a glass of the Meyer-Näkel Illusion Blanc de Noir — this month's wine club pick — and settle in for round two. Featured Wine: 2023 Meyer-Nakel "Illusion" Blanc de Noirs

Most brands worry about competitors. Whisker is worried about complacency, says CMO Hew Loyd – specifically, the millions of cat owners who have decided that scooping an open box of poop in their home is just one of life's little chores.

Damian recaps his trip to Amsterdam for the inaugural Europe's 50 Best Bars 2026.What started as an awards ceremony quickly became a full festival of cocktails, with bar takeovers, brand activations, industry events, parties and a green-carpet ceremony bringing together some of the best bars in Europe.From Rosewood Amsterdam's stunning Advocatuur bar and the Meet the Bartenders media event, to the main Europe's 50 Best Bars ceremony at De Kromhouthal and the rooftop closing party at LuminAir, Damian gives a behind-the-scenes look at what happens when 50 Best rolls into town.He also reflects on the key themes shaping the European cocktail scene in 2026, including Athens' dominance, the continued strength of London cocktail bars and Barcelona cocktail bars, the rise of Central and Eastern Europe, and the importance of genuine hospitality alongside technical innovation.Key TakeawaysEurope's 50 Best Bars 2026 felt much bigger than a single awards night. Amsterdam became the centre of the European cocktail world, with pop-ups, parties, brand activations and some of the best bartenders in Europe gathering across the city.Athens had a huge showing, with Line taking the No.1 spot and The Bar in Front of The Bar coming in at No.2, underlining just how strong the Greek cocktail scene has become.London remains a major force in the best bars in Europe conversation, with bars including The Connaught Bar, Satan's Whiskers, Tayēr + Elementary, Panda & Sons, Waltz, Kwãnt Mayfair, Three Sheets Soho and Scarfes Bar all appearing on the list.Panda & Sons deserve a special mention, coming in at No.20 and also picking up the Siete Misterios Best Cocktail Menu Award.Barcelona continues to be one of Europe's most important cocktail cities, with Sips, Paradiso, Aldea, Boadas, Foco and others showing the depth of the city's bar scene.Central and Eastern Europe are becoming increasingly important on the cocktail map, with strong placements from bars in Bratislava, Tirana, Prague and Krakow.Sustainability, fermentation, low-waste practices, hyper-local ingredients and strong storytelling are clearly shaping modern cocktail culture.At the same time, the best cocktail bars are still the ones that combine technical skill with warmth, simplicity, personality, atmosphere and genuine hospitality.HighlightsLanding in a sun-soaked Amsterdam and heading straight into a packed few days of cocktail events.Visiting Advocatuur at Rosewood Amsterdam, a beautiful cocktail bar inside the former Palace of Justice, with thoughtful drinks, warm hospitality and a strong sense of place.Stopping by The Flying Dutchman at Sofitel Legend The Grand for a Gin Mare event with the team from Boadas Barcelona.Bumping into Simone Caporale from Sips Barcelona and lining up what will hopefully become a future episode of The Cocktail Academy Podcast.Attending The Cambridge Public House activation, complete with great drinks, a packed room, big energy and a sleeping Jack Russell in the middle of the madness.Finishing the first night at Belly of the Beast, with rum, gongs, colour and full tiki-style energy.Taking part in the Meet the Bartenders event, speaking with teams from Super Lyan, Tjoget, TAG, Aldea and Panda & Sons.Experiencing the main Europe's 50 Best Bars 2026 ceremony at De Kromhouthal, with the green carpet, packed room, brand activations, cocktails and the live countdown.Seeing Line in Athens crowned The Best Bar in Europe 2026.Celebrating Panda & Sons coming in at No.20 and winning the Siete Misterios Best Cocktail Menu Award.Ending the trip at the rooftop closing party at LuminAir, with sunshine, DJs, barbecue, sushi, cocktails and views over Amsterdam.LinksThe World's 50 Best Bars:https://www.theworlds50best.com/bars/The Cocktail Academy on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/welovecocktails/The Cocktail Academy on Tiktok Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/welovecocktailsx/https://www.tiktok.com/@welovecocktailsxThe Cocktail Academy:https://thecocktailacademy.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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It was whisker to whisker right to the end for a highly contested cover spot. That's the competition to grace the front of the SPCA's 2027 calendar. This year a fierce battle emerged to displace a cat named Deli Department, who has featured on the front page for four years running. The main contender was William the cat, and it went down to the wire. SPCA chief executive Todd Westwood spoke to Lisa Owen.

Grab your combs and settle in. This week on Tall Boy Radio, Beans is joined by a man who knows exactly how to frame a face—whether it's through a high-end Leica lens or a set of 301 lashes. Evan Fowler joins the show to bridge the gap between rugged masculinity and high-glam maintenance.We're diving deep into the art and science of facial hair care. For some, it's a hobby; for others, like Evan, it's a canvas. From the corporate stubble to the "wizard-tier" beard, we break down how to keep your face looking intentional rather than accidental.Tools of the Trade: We cut through the marketing noise to find out what you actually need. The Product Gauntlet: Oil, balm, or wax? We discuss the chemistry of grooming. Learn why "high-street" scents can sometimes do more harm than good and why hydration starts at the skin level, not just the hair.A Style for Every Face: Not every jawline is built for a Van Dyke. We discuss how to identify your face shape and choose a style that complements your features.The "Different" Tax: Despite living in 2026, prejudice against unconventional facial hair—and the people who wear it—still lingers. Evan shares his personal experiences navigating the professional photography world and the drag scene, discussing the courage it takes to defy the "standard" look.The episode wraps up with a masterclass in perspective. Drawing from his years behind the camera, Evan shares his golden rule for grooming (and life): Don't sweat the small stuff. > We obsess over symmetry. But in the real world? Nobody is looking at your beard with a magnifying glass. If one side is a millimeter shorter than the other, breathe. Support Tall Boy Radio: If you enjoyed the episode, leave us a five-star review and tell a friend. Stay scruffy, stay smooth, and most importantly, stay you.tallboyradio.com

(00:00:00) Tim Montana Interview: Rocklahoma, Billy Gibbons, Slash, Watch Me Drown & Whisker Bomb (00:00:18) Welcome to Rockklahoma's Podcast Preview (00:00:45) Tim Montana's Journey to Rock Music (00:01:47) The Tornado Interruption at Rocklahoma (00:02:51) Unexpected Features on Tim Montana's New Album (00:10:21) Native American Collaboration and Cultural Exchange (00:18:50) Tim Montana's New Venture: The Wiser River Club (00:21:20) Upcoming Projects and Rocklahoma Appearance (00:24:18) Closing Remarks and Thanks Tim Montana joins Adam Richmond on Surviving Rocklahoma ahead of Rocklahoma 2026 for a conversation that goes way beyond a standard festival interview. Tim talks about finding his place in rock after years in the country world, the Rocklahoma weather moment that left him looking for redemption, and his upcoming album ENTIRE STATE OF TIM MONTANA. We also get into the stories behind “Brown Sugar,” Billy Gibbons, Slash, Jerry Cantrell, Charlie Sheen, Martin Sheen, Robert Patrick, “Watch Me Drown,” Crow Agency, Native voices, Wise River Club, Whisker Bomb hot sauce, fry bread, and what it means to keep chasing the dream when the road takes longer than expected. Watch the video interview: https://youtu.be/lCXx8uzHPP0 Follow Tim Montana: https://timmontana.com/ Follow Surviving Rocklahoma: https://survivingrocklahoma.com https://facebook.com/survivingrocklahoma https://www.youtube.com/@survivingrocklahoma LOUD. LOCAL. LIVE.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/surviving-rocklahoma--4196214/support.Follow Us and Our Sponsors:Our Links: https://link.space/@SurvivingPhotography by Angel Lee: https://www.facebook.com/PhotographybyAngelLeeMetal Corps Clothing: https://metalcorpsclothing.bigcartel.com/category/surviving-rocklahomaTannenbaum Graphics: https://tannenbaum-graphics.printify.me

Operators Titans is brought to you by AppLovin. Get access to the Operators channel expansion playbook, online masterclass, and up to $5k in ad credits here: https://www.9operators.com/paid-growth Or, skip the waitlist and launch your AppLovin ads today with our Operators-exclusive link: https://applovin.com/9operators “We built our iPhone before we built our Apple.” How do you scale a hardware brand from $7M to $1.5B without chasing cheap CPMs?  Jacob Zuppke (CEO, Whisker) joins Matt Bertulli (CEO, Pela Case & Lomi) and Mike Beckham (CEO, Simple Modern) to break down how a self-cleaning litter box company became a $1.5B brand through US manufacturing, big creative swings, and a deliberate omnichannel strategy. Jacob breaks down the marketing that fueled a decade of growth, including how TV outperformed Meta for years, and why Whisker held off Amazon until branded search volume made the case impossible to ignore. He also gets into the Whisker app, which logs 4.7 million cat weigh-ins per day, and why that software layer is where the brand's omnichannel strategy gets its deepest competitive teeth.

"Regardless of the conditions of the outside world, we are each here to transform our own lives from the inside and become a full expression of our unique soul." So says Michael Meade when he talks about one of his favorite stories, The Tiger's Whisker.  This episode of Living Myth includes a full telling of the famous tale of a woman who must face a living tiger in order to cure what ails her soul. What begins as a small village tale opens up to become the endless territory of the human heart that harbors an old sage, a fierce tiger and the need to find a cure for alienation and the lack of love. Ancient stories depict how each person born carries a precise medicine in their soul. In order to find and activate the inner medicine we need to face and even embrace our inner wounds. Genius is said to hide behind the wound and accepting our early life traumas opens the path to finding our greatest gifts. Our psychic wounds secretly connect us to the transcendent function in the soul, so that what wounds us also initiates and transforms us. In that sense, the inner wound can be seen as a womb. In going through the wound, we become reborn as an initiate on the path of healing. In a world troubled with collective anxiety and growing fears, it is helpful to know that on a path with heart, fear is the guide and what you truly love is the cure. Thank you for listening to and supporting Living Myth. You can hear Michael Meade live by joining his free online event "Kairos Time" on Thursday, June 18. Register and learn more at: mosaicvoices.org/events You can further support this podcast by becoming a member of Living Myth Premium. Members receive bonus episodes each month, access to the full archives of over 750 episodes and a 30% discount on all events, courses and book and audio titles. Learn more and join this community of listeners at: patreon.com/livingmyth Along with these free weekly podcasts, you can now read free weekly essays and long form posts by Michael Meade on Substack. Learn more and subscribe at: michaeljmeade.substack.com If you enjoy this podcast, we appreciate you leaving a review wherever you listen and sharing it with your friends. On behalf of Michael Meade and the whole Mosaic staff, we wish you well and thank you for your support of our work.

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Yessounds returns with Wonderous Whiskers, a full night of Yes, solo Yes, and all the branches of the Yes family tree. We're hanging out, having fun, and celebrating the music we love with a brand new set built around our Featured Album, Going for the One. This episode includes deep cuts, live moments, surprises, and a Cover Song Spotlight featuring Billy Sherwood. Lenny handles the Whisker Shuffle, we handle the rest. Settle in and enjoy the ride. Montreux's Theme – Yes (Going for the One) Siberian Khatru – Yes (Close to the Edge) Chronicles – Rick Wakeman (Chronicles of Man) End of the World – Asia (Omega) Turn of the Century – Yes (Going for the One)  Parallels – Yes (Going for the One) Melancho – Kazumi Watanabe (The Spice of Life) The Meeting – Anderson Bruford Wakeman Howe (Live at the N.E.C., Oct. 24th 1989) Corkscrew – Steve Howe (Turbulence) Going for the One – Yes (Going for the One)  Spek & Polly – Trevor Rabin (Rio – Soundtrack) Yours Is No Disgrace – Yes (Progeny: Greensboro Coliseum, Nov. 12, 1972) Stickey Wicket – Peter Banks (The Self‑Contained Trilogy, Disc 1: Instinct) The Journey Overture – Rick Wakeman (Journey to the Centre of the Earth) And You And I – AndersonPonty Band (Better Late Than Never) Wonderous Stories – Yes (Going for the One) Nobody Home (featuring Billy Sherwood) – Rick Wakeman (Starship Trooper) Now Is the Next Time – Bill Bruford (If Summer Had Its Ghosts) It Will Be a Good Day (The River) – Yes (The Ladder) Awaken – Yes (Going for the One)

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This week friends Alan Altizer and Rob Burnham sit down to reflect on the paths bowhunting has taken each of them on throughout their lives. With over a hundred years of bowhunting experiences between them, these two share their very early years as kids with bows and arrows, then all the way to where they are today. And it is very apparent that the love for traditional bowhunting is stronger today than ever. This is not only a fun bunch of stories, but an outline of what is truly important, and how a young hunter can set goals and reach their dreams. Additionally, each shares their personal approaches on making the shot count when the opportunity presents itself. Although each have taken numerous species and impressive trophies, that is not what they define as success. Success is found in their love of bowhunting and sharing this passion. They may be old and grey but carrying a trad bow allows them to still be kids at heart.  

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We have done the research, and we can tell you that there is a precise moment when the hair on a man's face transitions from "rugged five o'clock shadow" to "beard" — and that moment occurs approximately three weeks after his wife stops mentioning it. In this episode, we explore the full spectrum of facial hair taxonomy, including actual measurements involving micrometers, peas, and paper clips, because we are that committed to journalism. But we don't stop there, because stopping there would be the decision of people with self-control, which we are not. We also get into the surprisingly deep waters of comedy theory — specifically, why the pause before a punchline is doing more heavy lifting than the punchline itself, and why the comedian who looks the most relaxed is usually the one who has rehearsed until he can no longer feel his face. (Which, depending on his grooming situation, may be a lot of face.) We talk about self-deprecating humor as a legitimate vulnerability tool rather than just a cry for help — though, to be clear, it is sometimes also a cry for help — and we examine what it actually means to make a joke feel like a conversation instead of a hostage situation. We also address what to do when the audience goes silent, which is a thing that happens, and which feels exactly like you would imagine it feels. Plus: DIY grooming disasters, the psychology of appearance, and the truth about hair transplants, which we are not qualified to discuss but will anyway. Somebody brings up paper clips again. You're going to want to hear this.

We have done the research, and we can tell you that there is a precise moment when the hair on a man's face transitions from "rugged five o'clock shadow" to "beard" — and that moment occurs approximately three weeks after his wife stops mentioning it. In this episode, we explore the full spectrum of facial hair taxonomy, including actual measurements involving micrometers, peas, and paper clips, because we are that committed to journalism. But we don't stop there, because stopping there would be the decision of people with self-control, which we are not. We also get into the surprisingly deep waters of comedy theory — specifically, why the pause before a punchline is doing more heavy lifting than the punchline itself, and why the comedian who looks the most relaxed is usually the one who has rehearsed until he can no longer feel his face. (Which, depending on his grooming situation, may be a lot of face.) We talk about self-deprecating humor as a legitimate vulnerability tool rather than just a cry for help — though, to be clear, it is sometimes also a cry for help — and we examine what it actually means to make a joke feel like a conversation instead of a hostage situation. We also address what to do when the audience goes silent, which is a thing that happens, and which feels exactly like you would imagine it feels. Plus: DIY grooming disasters, the psychology of appearance, and the truth about hair transplants, which we are not qualified to discuss but will anyway. Somebody brings up paper clips again. You're going to want to hear this.

We have done the research, and we can tell you that there is a precise moment when the hair on a man's face transitions from "rugged five o'clock shadow" to "beard" — and that moment occurs approximately three weeks after his wife stops mentioning it. In this episode, we explore the full spectrum of facial hair taxonomy, including actual measurements involving micrometers, peas, and paper clips, because we are that committed to journalism. But we don't stop there, because stopping there would be the decision of people with self-control, which we are not. We also get into the surprisingly deep waters of comedy theory — specifically, why the pause before a punchline is doing more heavy lifting than the punchline itself, and why the comedian who looks the most relaxed is usually the one who has rehearsed until he can no longer feel his face. (Which, depending on his grooming situation, may be a lot of face.) We talk about self-deprecating humor as a legitimate vulnerability tool rather than just a cry for help — though, to be clear, it is sometimes also a cry for help — and we examine what it actually means to make a joke feel like a conversation instead of a hostage situation. We also address what to do when the audience goes silent, which is a thing that happens, and which feels exactly like you would imagine it feels. Plus: DIY grooming disasters, the psychology of appearance, and the truth about hair transplants, which we are not qualified to discuss but will anyway. Somebody brings up paper clips again. You're going to want to hear this.

In this episode, Carly and Sherry sit down with Samm Albright of Whisker and Bone for a real, funny, and refreshingly honest conversation about what it takes to build a pet business with personality, conviction, and community at the center. Samm shares her journey from working in a pet store to owning one of her own, and how she built a strong online presence by leaning into authenticity, humor, and the kind of content that actually makes people pay attention. Together, Carly, Sherry, and Samm dig into some of the more complicated realities of independent pet retail — from exclusivity and brand restrictions to staff management, pricing pressure, and the challenge of staying true to yourself while growing a business. https://www.whiskerandbone.com/ Join the Indie Insider Group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/share/g/14Z5WsKrMgN/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with the Pet Shop Girls! Find us everywhere: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/petshopgirls⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join us in the Indie Insider Pet Professional Facebook Group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/share/g/18XEvTjxMj/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join The Pet Shop Girls: Off The Record Substack Community: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://substack.com/@psgofftherecord?utm_campaign=profile&utm_medium=profile-page⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.2petshopgirls.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  The Pet Shop Girls Podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. The views and opinions expressed by our hosts and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of any sponsors or partners. Any business, marketing, or pet care advice shared on this podcast is general in nature and may not apply to your specific situation. The Pet Shop Girls Podcast and its hosts are not liable for any outcomes related to the use of the information discussed. This episode includes paid advertising. Get Megaphone AI here: ⁠https://gmm.one/0b0b4fd8-bfd8-4247-b46d-791cd813f28a⁠

This week on Cattitude, host Michelle Fern welcomes Ashley OBryan, founder and CEO of Fluff & Boots, for a thoughtful and inspiring conversation about creating a home that's both cat-friendly and human-friendly. From stylish litter boxes and purposeful cat furniture to multiple comfort zones that reduce feline stress, Ashley shares smart ways to blend design, wellness, and practicality for modern cat households. Plus, the conversation dives into advocacy beyond adoption—covering TNR, ethical pet products, declaw awareness, supporting small businesses, and how everyday choices can make a real difference for cats everywhere. A must-listen for cat lovers who want beautiful homes and a better world for felines.EPISODE NOTES: Style Meets Whiskers: Smart Living for Cat PeopleBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/cattitude-the-1-cat-podcast--6666768/support.

Want to see your pet business featured on the evening news but think you need a huge marketing budget to make it happen? Think again. Meet Mary Tan, award-winning TV reporter who covered major stories for Fox News, CNN, CBS News, and NBC News for 13 years - and now runs Whisker Media, a boutique strategic communications agency focused on pet-related businesses and animal welfare nonprofits. She's revealing exactly how she secured $40,000-$50,000 worth of free advertising for one pet retailer - and how you can do it yourself!  They discuss:

John's Old Time Radio Show – “GREAT COWBOY TUNES” w/ ROBERT ARMSTRONG & MARK POLLOCK. Just an old fashioned 78 rpm record hang with music from the collections of Hawaiian steel great & Cheap Suit Serenaders co-founder Robert Armstrong, fellow record collector Mark Pollock and yours truly. Thanks to Mark for helping record this show remotely. The Old Chisholm Trail – Mac McClintock & his Haywire Orchestra Goodbye Old Paint – Arkansas Charlie Where Your Sweetheart Waits For You, Jack – Billie Maxwell (The Cowgirl Singer) Tying A Knot In The Devil’s Tail – Powder River Jack & Kitty Lee Oh! For The Wild And Wooly West – Frankie Marvin Going Down Town – Rowdy Wright (The Jolly Cowboy) The Cat’s Whiskers – Patt Patterson and his Champion Rep Riders Days of Forty-Nine – Jules Allen The Rooster Serenade – Pie Plant Pete I’m A Lonestar Cowboy – J. D. Farley The Old Chisholm Trail – Pa The Old Chisholm Trail – Patterson and his Champion Rep Riders 14 – Here’s To Mahatma Gandhi – Unknown Bandit Cole Younger – Edward L. Crain (The Texas Cowboy) New LP comp on Jalopy Records out of Record Store Day 4.18.2026! Sourdough Slim & Robert Armstrong John Heneghan & Robert Armstrong powder river jack kitty lee Billie Maxwell Robert Armstrong & Mark Pollock Robert Armstrong painting by Robert Armstrong Robert Armstrong ukulele painted by R. Armstrong

While the whiskers on a cat might be known to help them balance and detect their surroundings, scientists have discovered elephants have super whiskers too. Around 1,000 whiskers cover their trunks, giving them a sense of touch that compensates for their thick skin and poor eyesight. Researchers in Germany are now working to translate the elephant's sensitive touch to robotic science. - Хотя кошачьи усы, как известно, помогают им сохранять равновесие и ориентироваться в окружающей среде, ученые обнаружили, что у слонов тоже есть особенные усы. Около 1000 усов покрывают их хоботы, обеспечивая им чувство осязания, компенсирующее толстую кожу и плохое зрение. Исследователи в Германии работают над тем, чтобы перенести чувствительное осязание слонов в робототехнику.

In Chicago, Illinois, Snoop and Sniffy are shocked to find themselves face-to-face with a nemesis from Snoop's past. Now, they must race across the Windy City from the Bean in Millennium Park all the way to the top of Willis Tower to stop the one and only, Professor Mittens, from enacting her dastardly plan.

Episode Description:Why do we root so hard for one animal… and absolutely against another?

Nick revisits one of Kate McKinnon's strangest and most lovable creations on Saturday Night Live, Barbara DeDrew from Whiskers R We. The fake cat adoption commercials became instant fan favorites between 2014 and 2023, built around Barbara's oddball delivery, heartfelt devotion to her cats, and the unpredictable chaos of live kittens wandering around the set. Nick plays several of the sketches and talks about how the character came together and why it worked so well. The bits featured a parade of game guest hosts, including Charlize Theron, Amy Adams, Reese Witherspoon, Kristen Wiig, Tiffany Haddish, and Billie Eilish, all trying to keep a straight face while McKinnon committed completely to the madness. It's a funny look back at a character that was weird in the best way and a reminder of just how fearless McKinnon was during her run on SNL. [Ep 166]

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima examine the trade market for Malik Willis and why league interest met expectations despite online narratives. They also discuss the risks of drafting Ty Simpson and share a wild personal story about a confrontation with Mr. Whiskers at the airport. 01:36 - Malik Willis Market Debate 06:17 - Evolving NFL QB Value 09:05 - College Experience & Developing QBs 12:46 - Ty Simpson Draft Warning 20:36 - The Mr. Whiskers Story

The US war on Iran continues to create an emergency for the working class worldwide, and we start by discussing the need for workers to enter the struggle to end it. We've got headlines this week from LabCorp, Mercedes, JBS, Home Depot, DHL Express, Patagonia, Crumbs & Whiskers and The Holy Donut. For our first full story, we discuss the ongoing strike by teachers in Sacramento. Next, yet another story has come out revealing a new smart device's "AI" features are actually just poorly paid remote workers. Florida is taking yet another major step in its war on public unions. Finally, we discuss how workers continue to fight against Gestapo terror here in the belly of the beast. Join the discord: discord.gg/tDvmNzX  Follow the pod at instagram.com/workstoppage, @WorkStoppagePod on Twitter,  John @facebookvillain, and Lina @solidaritybee

Explore the future of pet care with Jacob Zuppke, CEO of Whisker, as he talks about how smart pet products like the Litter-Robot 5 Pro are poised to integrate into our connected homes. Discover how these innovations transform routine tasks into intuitive experiences with advanced sensors and health-tracking features, offering life-changing insights for pet owners. Despite the potential, pet products remain isolated from mainstream smart home conversations. This episode delves into the challenges and opportunities of integrating smart feeders, water bowls, and more into a cohesive smart home ecosystem, providing actionable insights for tech-savvy pet owners eager to elevate their connected living experience.Send us your HomeKit questions and recommendations with the hashtag homekitinsider. Tweet and follow your host at:@andrew_osu on Twitter@andrewohara941 on ThreadsEmail me hereSponsored by:Shopify: Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at: shopify.com/homekitSmart Home Insider YouTube ChannelSubscribe to the Smart Home Insider YouTube Channel and watch our episodes every week! Click here to subscribe.Links from the showWhisker's websiteApple smart display delayed (again)Two new Sonos speakers leakAirSnitch vulnerability IKEA E26 Color 1100 lumensIKEA E26 White Spectrum 1600 lumensIKEA E26 White Spectrum 450 lumensIKEA E12 ColorIKEA E12 White SpectrumE12 Filament CandelabraE26 Filament GlobeThose interested in sponsoring the show can reach out to us at: andrew@appleinsider.com

Welcome to a time-travel podcast diving into football's greatest almost moments — the transfers that came within touching distance of reality, Richie McCormack's Sliding Doors.Sliding Doors goes beyond rumours and gossip to uncover deals that were genuinely on the tableEach episode explores how one decision could have reshaped clubs, careers, and the entire football landscapeFrom whispered negotiations to official bids, this is the anatomy of football's biggest “what ifs”Think Michael Laudrup to Liverpool, Robert Lewandowski to Blackburn… and yes, Ronaldo to RangersThis episode takes us back to the summer of 2025, when Republic of Ireland winger Mikey Johnston nearly swapped the English midlands for... the beaches of Rio de Janeiro.Irish international players in Brazil, I think we would like the sound of that.Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

While the whiskers on a cat might be known to help them balance and detect their surroundings, scientists have discovered elephants have super whiskers too. Researchers in Germany are now working to translate the elephant's sensitive touch to robotic science. - Mentre è risaputo che i baffi dei gatti li aiutano a mantenere l'equilibrio e a percepire l'ambiente circostante, gli scienziati hanno scoperto che anche gli elefanti hanno dei baffi super sensibili. Dei ricercatori in Germania stanno ora lavorando per tradurre il tatto sensibile degli elefanti nella scienza robotica.

An elephant's trunk is incredibly strong and rugged, and yet it is one of the most sensitive touch organs in the animal kingdom. New research reveals that this sensitivity is partly powered by over 1000 whiskers.PLUS:A new 'inside out' solar system is making astronomers question planet formationPaleo-Inuit people in the high Arctic were masterful seafarers, new study showsTwo-month-old babies can categorize objects in their brainHow insects deal with smog or microplastics can impact them and the environment

Ben Maller talks about Rams QB Matthew Stafford winning MVP over Patriots QB Drake Maye by one vote, what this MVP award does for Stafford's career resume, former 49ers RB Roger Craig making the Hall of Fame, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

THIS VOYAGE, the Treksperts are joined at the hop by BUNNY TAILS as we discuss her love of STAR TREK and her popular You Tube reaction channel, Bunny Tails Reacts. The Inglorious Treksperts are: MARK A. ALTMAN (showrrunner/creator, Pandora, writer/producer The Librarians, 50 Year Mission), DAREN DOCHTERMAN (associate producer, Star Trek: The Moton Picture - Director's Edition) & ASHLEY E. MILLER (writer, Thor, X-Men: First Class; showrunner, DOTA: Dragon's Blood).*** FOLLOW THE TREKSPERTS ON SOCIAL AT: LINKTR.EE.COM/TREKSPERTSPLUS Blue Sky: @inglorioustrekspertsTwitter/X:@inglorioustrekFacebook:facebook.com/inglorioustrekspertsInstagram/Threads: @inglorioustrekspertsLinktree: linker.ee.com/trekspertsplusLearn all that is learnable about Star Trek in Mark A. Altman & Edward Gross' THE FIFTY-YEAR MISSION, available in hardcover, paperback, digital and audio from St. Maritn's Press. For all our social channels go TrekspertsPlus on Linktree. And now follow the Treksperts Briefing Room at @trekspertsBR, an entirely separate Twitter & Instagram feed."Mark A. Altman is the world's foremost Trekspert" - Los Angeles Times

Monica and Mike, as a challenge, positive spin smoking. They also talk about Father's Day and bad introductions.

On today's episode, we welcome Jacob Zuppke, CEO of Whisker — the company behind Litter-Robot, one of the most iconic and trusted products in modern pet care.Under Jacob's leadership, Whisker has grown into a multi-hundred-million-dollar consumer technology company, surpassing $1 billion in revenue over the past four years—all without raising a single dollar of venture capital. What began as a niche solution for cat owners has evolved into a category-defining brand built on product obsession, deep customer insight, and a relentless focus on design, performance, and autonomy.In this episode, Jacob shares how Whisker transformed convenience into connected care, why data and design are shaping the future of intelligent pet care, and what it takes to build a true consumer love brand outside Silicon Valley. We also dive into scaling DTC alongside retail, leading without VC pressure, and how Whisker's newest generation of products is moving beyond cleaning into personalized, proactive pet health. This conversation is packed with insights for founders, operators, and anyone building enduring consumer brands. Are you interested in sponsoring and advertising on The Kara Goldin Show, which is now in the Top 1% of Entrepreneur podcasts in the world? Let me know by contacting me at karagoldin@gmail.com. You can also find me @‌KaraGoldin on all networks. To learn more about Jacob Zuppke and Whisker:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacobzuppke/ LinkedInhttps://www.instagram.com/jzuppke/https://www.instagram.com/thelitterrobot/https://www.whisker.com Sponsored By:BetterWild - up to 40% off your order at betterwild.com/KARAGOLDINLinkedIn Jobs - Head to LinkedIn.com/KaraGoldin to post your job for free.Wix -Ready to create your website? Sign up for free at Wix.comStamps.com - Go to Stamps.com and use code kara to get sixty days risk-free! Check out our website to view this episode's show notes: https://karagoldin.com/podcast/789

We talk home decor, becoming one with nature, Dave brings out his Bill Clinton impression, and Juanita has a rant about snow removal!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is a re-broadcast of a favorite episode from 2019. We actually won our first AAAS Kavli Award for this episode, along with The Cave of the Underground Astronauts. Check it out! Why do seals have whiskers? Listener Karah's question dives into the wonderful world of whisker science. Robyn Grant, a self-described “whisker biologist” shares her discoveries of how whiskers work, from training a friendly seal named Moe to making slow-mo movies of super speedy “whisking.” (You will find no cuter field of research… but if you do, tell us about it!) Listen to learn about humans' hidden whisker muscles and find out to rank whiskers like the pros! Want to learn more about whisker science? We have more from our interview with Robyn on our Patreon podcast feed! Subscribe for $1/month at patreon.com/tumblepodcast. You can also tune in on the Castbox podcast app by tuning into our Premium Channel. Find more whiskery educational resources on our blog, at sciencepodcastforkids.com. If you want a t-shirt from our merch store, go check it out at tumblepodcast.dashery.com.