Grab those helmets—today’s guest is Gotham Girls Roller Derby superstar Carnage Electra! We get the scoop about her cat Steve, from his early days as a Brooklyn street tough to his current life as an aspiring musician. Plus, some insight about what cats and derby players have in common, and why so many women who are drawn to such an intense physical sport are also drawn to such soft furry creatures. We also put Carnage to the test with a Cat Quiz about former Pussycat Doll Carmen Electra, her...

Late Show writer Ariel Dumas got her comedy start at Second City, so naturally we put her to the test with a Chicago-themed Cat Quiz. Plus, a brand-new segment in which we convince Keanu Reeves to get a cat! Then, we hear all about Boy Kitty and Girl Kitty: from the hours they spent watching Fox News for Ariel’s job at The Colbert Report to their taste in cat furniture. We also discuss the Amazing Acro-Cats Late Show performance that went very wrong—or very right—and why it meant so much to...

Comedian, writer, TV producer (Girl Code, After After Party) and all-around delightful human Sachi Ezura joins us for “How Much Do You Know About Cats In Scripted Television Comedy Since 2013?” and a debate about cat code and consent. Then she shares the story of three cats: Corn, who passed away last summer; Magoo, who was briefly an only cat; and saucy little Pudding, who is Magoo’s new companion. Plus! Raising cats as a feminist act, and why cats are good for crying on.

Ana Marie Cox, host of With Friends Like These, stopped by the day after the midterm elections to take a break from politics and discuss her cats Luke and Leia. They’ve played a big role in her journey to sobriety, and we get into a candid conversation about why cats make great sponsors and how scooping the litter box is a reason to stay alive. Also! A Cat Quiz with one of the wackiest questions we’ve had yet (it harks back to the Clinton administration), a debate about cats’ governing...

One of our favorite couples, the hosts of Couples Therapy, has a couple of cats that they love—and have anxiety about. Today we tackle a special therapy-themed Cat Quiz and decide what to do if you fall in love with someone who’s allergic to cats. Plus! A shocking secret from the early days of Naomi and Andy’s relationship, some v. deep philosophy talk, and bad news for Mary’s cat sitter.

Curbed NY editor Amy Plitt knows cats, and she knows New York City. But will she prevail in a surprisingly difficult round of Cat Food or NYC Delicacy? We also engage in a debate about cat cafes, make a case for cat unions and suggest a revision for New York’s city seal. Then we learn about Stella, Amy’s ride-or-die, the one constant she’s had in this mercurial metropolis. Boyfriends, apartments, and jobs have come and gone—but Stella’s been there through it all. For more about this...

Warning: there’s a bad pun in this episode. It is not Claudia Restrepo’s fault! You know her from BuzzFeed’s Pero Like, and today she tells us all about Oscar, who—like so many other residents of La La Land—is handsome, talented, and difficult. Claudia also lets us in on the peculiar challenges of working among dog people, learning to let go when Oscar heads outside, and breaking up—and finding new love—with an incorrigible cat in the picture. Plus! Can You Tell The Difference Between Dog...

The Daily Show’s Dulcé Sloan is in a long-distance relationship with Queen Esther and Miracle, who live with her mom in Georgia. Lots of feelings in this one, from the miracle of Miracle’s survival to the reason Dulcé doesn’t FaceTime her babies. But there’s also a whole lot of love, the kind that’ll make you hug your cat while you listen. Plus laughs, of course! We play How Much Do You Know About The News That Matters Most: Cat News? (Special Non-Depressing Edition) and settle a very...

He edits The New York Times Styles section and co-founded The Awl, but Choire Sicha is here to talk about his three cats, his burgeoning career as a cat training expert, the art of cat obituaries and why he advises young people to pee on things. Plus! Actual New York Times Cat Headline or Fake News?, a rousing debate about cat-themed clothing and a prize that may have changed Choire’s life... forever. For more about this episode and a complete transcript, go here! Socialize with us on...

You saw the title. We talk about cats—and other things, but mostly cats. Noted cat lady and Comedy Central veteran Mary Phillips-Sandy is joined by fellow noted cat people for a fast-paced, off-kilter show that includes a themed cat quiz, a hot topic debate, and of course, hard-hitting personal questions about the guest’s cat(s). Upcoming eps feature Choire Sicha, Carmen Lagala, Naomi Ekperigin & Andy Beckerman and MORE! Enjoy it even if you’re allergic! Subscribe right this second. First...