Cats Got Your Tongue?

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  How do you make your home cat-friendly? with Rachel Verney 🐱🏠 02.10.2026 41мин

  In this episode, Adam explores how to make your home work better for your cats, from creating spaces for climbing and play to choosing cat-friendly plants and making room for litter trays, scratching posts and everything else that comes with sharing your home with a cat. Later, interiors influencer, author and creator of The Shoestring Home Rachel Verney joins Adam to reveal how she went from not being a cat person at all to becoming completely obsessed with her cats, Olive and Pickle. Rachel talks about how her sons convinced her to get cats, how they’ve changed the way she thinks about her home, the cat wall replacing her plants, planning their first birthday celebrations and why the rules she originally set for them quickly disappeared.  Plus, we meet some of Cats Protection’s kitten socialisation volunteers and find out how they help kittens become more confident and prepare them for their future homes.  Find out more about caring for cats, adopting, volunteering and supporting Cats Protection at www.cats.org.uk 00:00 – Welcome to Cats Got Your Tongue?01:56 – Rachel Verney joins Adam03:05 – How Rachel became an interiors creator05:11 – From not being a cat person to becoming obsessed07:44 – Meet Olive and Pickle08:19 – Designing a home around your cats09:40 – Turning a plant wall into a cat wall11:02 – How cats brought Rachel’s family closer together12:16 – Living with fussy cats13:31 – Why cats are taking over Rachel’s social media14:53 – Rachel’s interiors career and imposter syndrome19:00 – How Olive and Pickle got their names20:30 – The strange nicknames we give our cats21:26 – Why cats feel like part of the family24:26 – Planning Olive and Pickle’s first birthday27:11 – Rachel takes on the cat quiz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Cats & Music with Laura White 04.09.2026 55мин

  In this episode, Adam is joined by cat behaviourist Daniel Warren-Cummings to ask: do cats actually like music? They explore the research around classical and cat-specific music, how cats respond to different sounds, and whether leaving the radio or TV on really helps when your cat is home alone. Later, Grammy-nominated artist and songwriter Laura White joins Adam to share her lifelong love of cats, from volunteering with Cats Protection as a child to rescuing cats of her own. Laura reflects on how her cats have supported her throughout her music career, the heartbreak of losing a much-loved pet, and her dream of one day opening her own animal sanctuary. Find out more about caring for cats, adopting, volunteering and supporting Cats Protection at www.cats.org.uk 00:00 – Do cats actually like music? 01:04 – Daniel Warren-Cummings on cats and classical music 05:40 – Volume, different genres and getting cats used to sound 08:27 – How to tell if your cat likes the music you play 10:01 – Can music help cats during fireworks? 12:20 – Should you leave the radio or TV on for your cat? 15:09 – What would the perfect song for a cat sound like? 16:55 – Grammy-nominated songwriter Laura White joins Adam 18:30 – Laura’s lifelong love of cats and volunteering with Cats Protection 19:36 – Rescuing a kitten from a dual carriageway 20:45 – Laura’s dream of opening an animal sanctuary 23:57 – The story of Stevie Wonder and Aretha Franklin 28:33 – How cats helped ground Laura during her music career 30:30 – Cats, routines and leaving them when you go away 32:35 – Why Cats Protection means so much to Laura 34:01 – Can cats help with creativity and songwriting? 38:00 – Laura’s music career and what she’s working on next 42:45 – Remembering Aretha and dealing with pet loss 49:40 – Laura takes on the cats and music quiz 54:37 – What cats have brought to Laura’s life Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Cats & Social Media with Alex Gray & Becky’s Bazaar 31.07.2026 1ч 8мин

  In this episode, Adam is joined by cat behaviourist Daniel Warren-Cummings to discuss the growing influence celebrities and social media have on cat ownership. They explore why some pedigree breeds are becoming more popular, the importance of making informed choices, and how we can better protect cat welfare. Later, Becky from Becky's Bazaar and Alex Gray (The Traitors) share stories of their rescue cats, the emotional journey of fostering, and why they're passionate about encouraging more people to adopt rather than shop.  Find out more about responsible cat ownership, adopting, fostering and supporting Cats Protection at www.cats.org.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Cats Got Your Tongue? podcast with Roo Irvine 🐱🎙️ The Animal Welfare Strategy 23.06.2026 53мин

  In this episode, Adam welcomes TV presenter and devoted cat fan Roo Irvine, who shares tales of her three cats, Mango, Kimchi, and Miso, and their hilarious etiquette school backstories. The pair dive into why cats are often overlooked in government animal welfare strategies and discuss the impactful campaigns and open letter led by Cats Protection to demand better protections for cats. Roo shares her experiences chairing Scottish political hustings for animal welfare, her passion for advocacy, and the unique joys (and heartbreaks) of loving cats. Together with MP Ruth Jones, the conversation covers the frustrating gap between good intentions and real change, highlights the essential role that compassion for animals plays in society. Find out more about getting involved and supporting cat welfare campaigns: www.cats.org.uk/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  10. Evanna Lynch 03.07.2025 38мин

  In the final episode of season three, Adam meets actor and writer Evanna Lynch to discuss her love of cats and living with Puff and Pablo. The pair chat about how their cats really understand them and the therapeutic benefits of owning one, plus the importance of adopting rescue cats when possible. Behaviourist Nicky joins to answer questions about food training, rubbing faces and how purring doesn’t always mean a cat is happy.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  9. Stewart Lee 26.06.2025 36мин

  In this episode, host Adam chats to legendary comedian Stewart Lee about life with his cats. The two discuss how his cat Boo Boo was an excellent nighttime companion for a stand-up comedian coming home late and how the cat community comes together when a beloved pet goes missing, plus they wonder whether ginger cats are really Vikings! Stewart asks behaviourist Nicky if cats mind being left home alone all day, and the three discuss an important question from a schoolchild about whether it’s true that cats don’t really need humans.    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  8. Fern Britton 19.06.2025 37мин

  In this fun new episode, host Adam talks to one of the UK’s most loved TV presenters and novelists, Fern Britton, about her brilliantly named cats Barbara and Dr Ian Mackerel. The two discuss how lovely it is to come home to a cat, how cats can help or hinder your work, with Fern describing losing pages of writing to cats walking across her keyboard, and just how important it is to talk to your cats with your special cat voice!   Fern also reveals she’s been working with cats a lot more thanks to her new ITV show Fern Britton: Inside The Vet’s, recording the highs and lows of life in a busy vet practice.   Behaviourist Nicky joins to discuss feline bladder infections and whether it is better to visit your poorly cat at the vet or if it causes them too much stress.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  7. Sarah Beeny 12.06.2025 38мин

  In this episode Adam is joined by TV presenter, podcaster and property expert Sarah Beeny, who talks about how she has always been a cat fan and the relationship between her four cats.     The pair discuss how her cats like to drink from wine glasses, how cats can subtly communicate their opinions and just how much support a pet can provide during times of illness or stress.     Behaviour expert Nicky answers a listener question about introducing cats from two households using scent and Sarah’s query about why a cat may give you a nip while you’re stroking them.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  6. Bob Harris 06.06.2025 32мин

  In this heartwarming new episode, host Adam chats to the legendary BBC Radio 2 presenter ‘Whispering’ Bob Harris OBE about his rescue cats Harmony and Ryman.     Already known for his wonderful broadcasting voice, Bob shares how he talks to his cats, how the two have settled into their new home and discusses what to do when a bonded pair fall out with each other! Fair to say Adam and Bob definitely agree that having a cat around makes a bad day better.     Behaviourist Nicky returns to answer Bob’s question about why Harmony may have been upset with Ryman, and a listener question about how beneficial it is to use catios.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  5. Megan McCubbin 22.05.2025 30мин

  In this unusual episode, host Adam Brown is joined by TV presenter, author, conservationist, and zoologist Megan McCubbin to discuss the impact cats have on our wildlife. Known for presenting nature shows on the BBC, Megan discusses how to balance the needs of our wildlife with the natural behaviour of cats, with Jeff Knott from Cats Protection.  On this interesting topic the three consider how the UK’s cat-owning population can become wildlife champions, while still ensuring their cats are happy and healthy, and offer advice on how responsible cat owners can protect the animals in their communities. So, if you’ve ever worried about your cat bringing in mice and birds, listen in!  Plus, there is wider discussion on how cats are considered so differently to dogs and the reintroduction of wildcats to the UK, as we explore more about the world of cats on the UK’s leading feline podcast!   Note: Cats Got Your Tongue? Is taking a mid season break and will return with episode 6 on Friday 6th June. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  4. Gab Smolders 15.05.2025 35мин

  In this episode Adam meets gamer and content creator Gab Smolders.   Gab, who posts videos covering everything from horror films to the latest video games for her 1.2m followers on YouTube, lives with her beloved cat BB. A keen supporter of Cats Protection, she tells Adam about her regular live fundraising streams for the charity, the two discuss how they come up with their cats’ nicknames, and why BB is a lazy player!   Plus, behaviourist Nicky talks about why cats hide their pain and explains what BB’s ‘happy dance’ could possibly mean.   If you’ve been inspired by Gab Smolders and could fundraise live for cats, find out how you can Stream for Cats at cats.org.uk/stream-for-cats  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  3. Nat O’Leary 08.05.2025 44мин

  This week Adam meets BBC Radio 1 presenter Nat O’Leary to have a fun chat about her cat, Blue. Adam learns how Blue managed to acquire quite so many nicknames, what her favourite things are (including an iPad!) and how happy Nat feels to have a cat in her home. Plus, behaviourist Nicky has some tips for Nat on how to keep an indoor cat happy and help them live their best life. The three of them also discuss whether leaving the TV and radio on is a comfort for cats left home alone, if watching mice on screen is fun and whether cats like to hear music or not.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  2. Max & Harvey 01.05.2025 40мин

  In this fun episode Adam is joined by superstar influencers and singer-songwriters, Max & Harvey. Known for their wildly popular content, and no strangers to podcasts themselves, the talented duo discuss life with their cat Pingu, and the recently passed Curly.   The three chat about how different cats can be, even those that live together, and how one can change personality after losing a feline sibling, plus the importance of highlighting good pet welfare. As animal advocates, Max & Harvey are regular visitors to Cats Protection cat centres and are always interested in the life and welfare of cats in care.   Plus, behaviour expert Nicky is back and discusses whether a cat can be annoyed with you for paying more attention to your phone than them!   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  1. Diona Doherty 24.04.2025 47мин

  Kicking off season three, host Adam Brown is joined by comedian, actor and writer Diona Doherty. Diona is a star of The Blame Game, Derry Girls, Blue Lights and sell-out stand-up tours. She lost her two cats Zippy and Buttons, and so discusses pet bereavement with Adam, who also recently lost his beloved Ruby, and Victoria, from the Cats Protection Paws to Listen grief support service.   But while there’s some tears, there’s a lot of laughter too as the team celebrate the cats they have loved and lost, and Diona discusses how she comes up with names for her pets.  Note: this episode covers grief and loss. If you are going through a loss yourself, you can find tools and support at cats.org.uk/grief   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Cats Got Your Tongue? is back! 10.04.2025

  Season three of your favourite feline podcast launches on Friday 25th April. Your host Adam Brown returns with lots more cat chat, lots more cat facts and lots more cat-loving celebrity guests. This season the team will be taking a deeper look into the life of cats. They’ll be exploring their impact on us and our communities and what Cats Protection does to support cats and their humans. Plus, all the usual fun, cat voices and cat queries.   Got a burning question about the cat in your life? Send it in to us now by emailing [email protected] or leaving us a voice note on WhatsApp 07824 551 076.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  10. Christmas with Ronni Ancona: Winter Special 06.12.2024 1ч 8мин

  Cats Got Your Tongue? is back with a special bumper festive episode! Host Adam Brown is joined by BAFTA award-winning comedian, actress and writer, Ronni Ancona to discuss her two beloved cats, Tommy and Tootsie. Ronni learns that she is not the only one in denial about her cats getting older, treats the team to a few special voices and receives an early Christmas present from Cats Protection. Plus, behaviourist Nicky joins to discuss the rise in cat abandonment as part of the hugely important Cats Protection winter appeal and gives plenty of advice on how to keep your cats safe and happy this Christmas. We also hear how much cat owners are willing to spend on their cats at Christmas and the lengths they will go to for a seasonal treat. BBC Radio 2’s Justine Greene, broadcaster and writer Samantha Renke, Iwan Carrington from Sort Your Life Out and comedian Desiree Burch share their opinions on feline festivities. All gifts featured can be bought from the Cats Protection shop cats.org.uk/gifts and for a last-minute surprise that really gives back how about a Craft for Cats kit? Everything needed to create personalised cat-themed tree baubles here: cats.org.uk/embroiderycraft Cats Got Your Tongue? will be back for season three in 2025, so please keep sending in your questions and stories to [email protected] or WhatsApp to 07824 551 076 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  9. Dr Ben Simpson-Vernon: Listeners’ Cats’ Tales special   30.08.2024 54мин

  In what is now becoming an end of season tradition, Adam talks to practicing vet and TikTok sensation, Dr Ben Simpson-Vernon, to help tackle some of your cat questions and queries. Dr Ben talks of his own relationship with cats, the common welfare issues he experiences in practice, pet welfare on social media and how he is looking forward to being on the Cat of the Year judging panel for the 2024 National Cat Awards.  Plus, Cats Protection behaviourist Nicky joins to discuss a range of your Cats’ Tales including; winning the affection of your cat, whether you should make your own cat food and if a missing tail affects a cat in any way.   Thank you to everyone who has listened to season two of Cats Got Your Tongue?. Please keep sending in your questions and stories to [email protected] or WhatsApp to 07824 551 076 and keep an ear open for our festive Christmas special coming this December…  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  8. Elis James 23.08.2024 53мин

  In this episode, Adam talks to stand-up comedian, podcaster and broadcaster Elis James, about his two cats Freckle and Whiskers. Elis learns about the world of cat cakes, discusses midnight zoomies and reveals why they have unlocked a part of his personality he never knew he had. Plus, Nicky is back and the team discuss whether mice and birds are really gifts from our cats and answer an adorable question that wonders if cats can smile. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  7. Bob Mortimer 16.08.2024 51мин

  In this episode Adam is very pleased to welcome a legend to Cats Got Your Tongue?, the comedian, author and TV personality, Bob Mortimer! Bob chats about life with his cat Goodmonson, his pride at having such a handsome cat and the inspiration behind his famous surreal cat names. Plus, he reflects on the many cats he has had throughout his life. And joining the team for this very special episode is Alison Richards, Cats Protection head vet, to discuss Bob’s query about cats peeing indoors, a question about brushing your pet’s teeth and how cats keep us positive when things get tough.    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  6. Jane Fallon 09.08.2024 47мин

  In this episode, Adam talks to best-selling author, Jane Fallon, about her cat, Pickle, who has now become a bit of a celebrity in her own right! Jane tells us how many days Pickle has gone without a ‘food-related theft incident’, why animal welfare is so important to her and who gets the most attention in her household. Plus, Nicky answers a question on fostering overlaps and the team discuss the meaning of life for a cat and Lifeline, the Cats Protection specialist service for cat owners fleeing domestic abuse. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices