This season, we’re exploring questions surrounding our relationship with dogs. How do we live with them, and more intriguingly, how do they live with us? These conversations, from earlier episodes, newly edited, will challenge and inspire as we explore the intricate threads of emotion and individuality that bind us to our canine companions.

Imagine a world where societal norms revolve around cooperation, connection, and shared leadership. This is the reality for bonobos, who live in matriarchal societies governed by pleasure-driven interactions and collective collaboration.

Dr. Marino detailed the psychological toll such confined environments take on these animals. The stereotypies—repetitive, abnormal behaviors—found in captive animals are a testament to their chronic stress.

while humanity grapples with environmental and ethical challenges, adopting a more unified, empathetic approach to all living beings offers a hopeful path forward.

The introduction of contraception was driven by the need to balance the ecological impact the horses had on the environment.

Dr. Amy spearheads the effort to combat the overpopulation of strays through TNVR, which she views as both a practical and humane solution.

Claudia and Carol explore various aspects of animal creativity.

a fascinating roundtable discussion about Banksy’s recent animal-themed murals in London, known as the "London Zoo" series.

a delightful exploration of chickens as intelligent and complex creatures, prompting us to reconsider our perceptions of chickens.

Sukey discusses her goal to help young children navigate their emotions through animal characters.

This episode delves into the complex relationship between humans and animals through indigenous literature and proverbs.

Scottish poet Gordon Meade, focusing on his impactful work on animal advocacy through poetry.

We welcome researcher and author Jen Golbeck to discuss the intriguing topic of ghost dogs, just in time for the Halloween season

We delve into the fascinating topic of the relationship between animals and humans in ancient Egypt

We Explore the complex ties between Hinduism, dairy farming, and the sacred status of cows in Indian politics.

Animal care, wildlife management, and understanding the critical balance between human and animal cohabitation.

we dive into the ongoing crisis of housing Lahaina’s community post-wildfire. The episode focuses on communal rebuilding efforts.

we delve into a key question: why was entry to the burn zone suddenly denied, even to trained disaster responders?

In August of this year, the serene landscapes of Maui were ravaged by wildfires, leaving behind devastation and countless stories of bravery

The episode delves into the harrowing experiences of MHS staff during and after the Lahaina wildfires