In this episode, we sit down with a canine behaviour pro, Rachel Gabriel, and hear about her insights gained from a lifetime of working with our four-legged friends. Rachel opens up about the journey that led her to her remarkable work, building relationships and trust with dogs and helping them thrive. We explore concepts like pack mentality and the importance of being a pack leader in our dogs' lives, shedding light on the nuances of discipline and the balance between corrections and...

In this episode, we sat down with Dr. Jeff Feinman, a molecular biologist, devout researcher and a pioneering figure in the field of veterinary medicine. Driven by a commitment to holistic care, Dr. Jeff delved into the realm of homeopathy, recognizing its potential to offer profound healing where conventional therapies fell short. His dedication to mastering this ancient healing art led him to become the first Certified Veterinary Homeopath in Connecticut. He's a passionate educator, and is...

In this episode, we dive into the world of meditation-based Animal Reiki with Leah D'Ambrosio, Co-Founder and Vice President of the Shelter Animal Reiki Association (SARA). With over 400 members across 85 shelters worldwide, SARA focuses on supporting rescued animals and their caregivers through the transformative power of meditation. Leah shares her journey working with animals and tells us about her mission is to empower people to develop healing connections with their animals. We explore...

Have you ever locked eyes with an animal and sensed a world of emotion behind their gaze? That's precisely the phenomenon Dr. Bradley Nelson, a trailblazer in holistic wellness, delves into during our riveting sit-down. We unravel the stories of emotional healing that transcend species, starting with a horse whose mysterious symptoms paved the way for Dr. Nelson's transformative Emotion Code and Body Code systems, which, as it turns out, are as applicable to our furry and feathered friends as...

In our journey through life, we all seek solace, peace, and understanding, but oftentimes we overlook a place we can find these. Today's enriching episode takes us on an exploration of the often-untapped sources of tranquility and wisdom found in nature and animals. We weave through my personal stories and those of our guest, healer, counselor, and mentor, Kari Lesick.  Kari reveals a fascinating world where humans and animals communicate, sharing her diverse experiences from bonding with...

Tune into this interview with Dr. Barbara Shor at the Sacred Paws Summit in October 2023. This event was organized by Holistic Actions!, a resource hub for optimizing the quality of life of our companion animals. Their resources, weekly webinars, and community forum are there to help loving pet parents care for their furry friends with confidence and support. Their goal is to help your the animals live long, healthy lives by bridging the gap between holistic care and conventional veterinary...

Embark on a beautiful journey of connection and understanding as our co-host, Dr. Barbara Shor, leads you through a guided meditation experience. In this special episode, you'll have the opportunity to explore the depths of animal communication as you tap into your intuitive senses and open a channel of communication with the animal world. Barbara, known for her expertise in the field of animal-human relationships, will be your guide on this journey. Through this meditation, you'll learn to...

In this episode, we sit down and chat with Kara Daniels, founder of Deep Root Connections. Kara's philosophy is rooted in the interconnectedness of Earth, animals, nature, and spirit, and she has dedicated her life to exploring and understanding these connections. Kara takes us on a fascinating journey through her multifaceted world, where she  bridges the realms of science and metaphysics. With a background in wildlife biology and natural resources conflict resolution, Kara has a profound...

Welcome to another fun and exciting episode of Animals and Us - Voices of a New Paradigm. In this episode, we hear from animal communicator, healer and healthcare professional, Laura Marie Appleman.  Laura's journey is a fascinating one, encompassing her work in laboratory sciences, hospitals, and environmental facilities. In addition to that, she has been communicating with animals for several years and is a professional communicator with a goal to make services accessible for everyone. In...

In this episode, we go on a journey to better understand telepathic communication with Dr. Barbara Shor, as she reads a chapter from her new book, "Soul of the Wild: The Wisdom of Elephants."  Barbara guides us beyond conventional understanding, unraveling the profound nature of their connection. As she reads chapter 2, "How Telepathic Communication Works," listeners will be transported into conversations she had with the consciousness of elephants, revealing their unique perspective on this...

In this episode of the podcast, we delve into the fascinating world of communication with elephants. Our podcast co-host, author and intuitive communicator Barbara Shor, shares the remarkable journey behind her latest book, which is a collaboration with the elephants themselves. After writing her first book, Barbara was approached by the elephants, who urged her to update their story, emphasizing the importance of their message. Throughout the episode, Barbara explains the purpose of the...

If you have ever been interested in Native American perspectives on the natural world, animal stories, and how we can heal the Earth, Dan Wahpepah is your guy. He has a wealth of knowledge and wisdom, based on years of experience in learning about the Red Road. Here are some of the topics he shared on this interview: The importance of food in native life, including a discussion about food forests vs gardens. How the “grain culture” has had such a great impact on our world. Plants and animals...

In this episode, we talk about the upcoming 2023 International Multispecies Methods Research Symposium - what it is, why it's happening, and who should come. We discuss the event in detail, which is taking place virtually from May 8-12, 2023.  Tickets are available until May 5, 2023.  For more info, visit https://iic2023.eventbrite.com/ or check out @iic.symposium2023 on Instagram.

Scott Beckstead is the director of campaigns for Center for a Humane Economy and Animal Wellness Action. He worked as an attorney in private practice for 17 years on the central Oregon coast before going to work full-time in the animal protection sector. During his time on the coast he also served as the mayor of Waldport, Oregon from 2002 to 2007. He became known for his special expertise in the field of animal law, and has taught that subject at the University of Oregon and Willamette...

In this episode, we sit down and chat with Dr. Colleen Dell, an award winning researcher who focuses on animal assisted therapy and mental health research. Colleen and her animal companions have gone into hospitals, prisons, COVID vaccination clinics and many other places to help humans with their health and well-being. The therapy dogs seem to know just what we humans need, and are able to comfort us, love us, and support us in so many ways. Colleen shares some beautiful stories about the...

Recently, Janean Strong invited me, Barbara Shor, to be interviewed on her podcast. The name of her podcast is Keepin It Real with Janean. We had a delightful conversation that I would like to share with you. Janean also communicates with animals, so it was fun to trade stories. In our conversation, I share about how I went from working as a veterinarian to becoming an animal communicator more than 30 years ago.   We discuss what animal communication is, how it works, and how you can know...

In this episode, we both share the biggest takeaways from our trip to Africa earlier this year. We recap and reflect on what all we did while we were there, and the memorable moments we experienced. 

We had so much to discuss with Rebecca Goff about her experiences with dolphins and whales! Here's some bonus content on gratitude and trusting what we receive, the differences between dolphins and whales, and dolphins in the wild versus dolphins in captivity.

Tune into this episode to hear all about how Rebecca Goff started working on the guidance she was receiving from the cetaceans to actually take people into the oceans and help heal them. Rebecca talks about how the dolphins and whales guide her and support her all the time, and how paying attention and being open help her connect with them. Whether we realize it or not, we all have innate gifts, and we must work on developing them, and  using them wisely to make the world a better place. We...

Curious about how our trip to Botswana went and what we did there? Tune into this episode to find out what our experience was like, what all we did, and how the experience was deeply moving for both of us. We experienced the true wilderness of Botswana and spent time in the "bushes" observing many incredible animals in their true glory, in their own habitats - lions, elephants, leopards, cheetahs, zebras, hyenas, wild dogs, warthogs, wildebeests, and so many more animals and birds. Join us in...

In this episode, Cathrine shares with us how she left everything behind in her home country, Norway, to start a large cat sanctuary in South Africa. She shares with us details of her journey, including the time that she made a promise, in her mind and in her heart, to a white lion she met named Oliver. Years later, after opening the sanctuary and rescuing Oliver, they invited an animal communicator to the organization. Lo and behold, Oliver had a special message for Cathrine, showing us that...

One of the things I was most curious about when I started learning about animal consciousness and communication was how the animals felt about us, humans, consuming them and their by-products. In this episode, I (Avantika) share my thoughts on animal perspectives on our relationship with them as food. I share what I have learned, through my research and my own personal experience in communication with them. Humans can have a very special connection with animals, and this extends well beyond...