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Howling Talent

Anna G Roy and Yvonne Dagger

We love people who dedicate their lives to promoting, representing, rescuing and caring for the welfare of animals. Authors, illustrators, filmmakers….you name it! Rescuers, the angels to animals! The animals themselves; some with incredible talent. We welcome them to our cosy Howling Talent couch and chat about their lives, careers and love for animals! Join us, grab your favourite drink, sit back and be inspired!

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S4 · E4
August 10 · 36 min
With Professional Pet Photographer Richie Schwartz - Part 2
In part 2 professional pet photographer, Richie Schwartz, of Pets Photography Studio talks about his volunteer work, helping animals in rescue centres find loving homes, the future of pet photography and the responsibility of being a multi-award winner. Join us on his fascinating journey.
S4 · E3
August 7 · 47 min
With Professional Pet Photographer Richie Schwartz - Part 1
Have you ever wondered how a professional pet photographer connects with the animals (and we are also talking cats, chickens and pigs) in the studio or what happens behind the scenes? Top 25 Pet People honouree Richie Schwartz of Pets Photography Studio tells all in part one of his chat with us. Join us for a fascinating journey. Part 2 releasing August 10.
S4 · E2
July 13 · 52 min
With Penny Weber
Children’s’ Book Illustrator Penny Weber talks us through the process of working with some of the top publishing houses but also the exciting challenges of self-publication. Her early works have been signed by the likes of Tom Cruise, Harrison Ford, the New York Rangers and Blue Lagoon’s Christopher Atkins. Penny shares her love of animals which are depicted in her illustrations and a secret wish (which may become a reality) with us. Join us for this fascinating and insightful chat! https://pennyweberillustrations.com/ https://www.instagram.com/pennyweberart/
S4 · E1
June 19 · 39 min
With Richie Cannata
THAT saxophone solo in Billy Joel's 'New York State Of Mind' was performed by the incredible Richie Cannata! Richie takes us behind the scenes of his legendary career, setting up his recording studio Cove City Sound Studios with music greats walking through their doors and shares his personal connection and love for dogs! A raw and honest episode not to be missed.
S3 · E9
Oct 12, 2025 · 45 min
With The Tripawd Foundation
Painting dogs, parrot, sloth and pig? It must be time for The Tripawd Foundation’s Kaiserin Cancer Care Packages Art Auction! This highly anticipated annual event is taking place online between OCTOBER 17 – 25, 2025 and we talk to some of their managers and clean up crews (mums) about their mesmerising works of art and artistic temperaments. All proceeds from the auction will go towards care packages for dogs and cats who have become amputees due to cancer. Join us for an unforgettable and extremely fun episode of Howling Talent with our 7 guests! You can find the link to the auction via www.howlingtalent.com
S3 · E8
Sep 18, 2025 · 59 min
With Mariclare Carey-Jones
Mariclare Carey-Jones is a radio presenter for the BBC. She is also an independent film-maker with her own production company. In this episode we discuss the unethical breeding practises that lead to dog breeds such as French Bulldogs having severe illness such as BOAS and spinal problems as her own pup Pierre did plus she spills the behind-the-scenes details on making her other films relating to elephants in Laos and a vegetarian shepherd who breeds sheep for conservation and not the food chain. You can watch ‘Pierre’s Tale’, ‘Saving Gentle Giants’ and ‘The Veggie Shepherd’ between September 19 – 26 via sofafilmfestival.com
S3 · E7
Jul 11, 2025 · 42 min
With Chris Elton & Kristin Siarkowitcz
Want to understand what a Director and Animal Control Officer of a rescue shelter do? Join Chris Elton and Kristin Siarkowitcz from Babylon Animal Shelter as they explain their roles and talk to us about their TNR and educational programs and take us on a touching journey of therapy rabbits and their late mascot’s story.
S3 · E6
May 30, 2025 · 28 min
With Gina Keller
Did you know how intelligent and curious parrots are? Today we talk with Gina Keller about two very resourceful parrots, Koa and Tekin who do everything from playing instruments to skateboarding to painting! Join us for this enlightening chat and see what a pet parrot can achieve.
S3 · E5
May 2, 2025 · 49 min
With Charmaine Quinn and Pockets Warhol
Want to know what it’s like to be involved with primate rescue or be the muse for artist Pockets Warhol? Then sit back and listen to our fascinating and exciting episode with Charmaine Quinn. It’s a real look at some of the most intelligent animals on the planet and Pockets, who has raised over 200,000 CND Dollars for charity, engages with celebrities and has done artwork for Depeche Mode’s Martin Gore’s albums.
S3 · E4
Apr 14, 2025 · 47 min
Catch Up with Eleanor Tomlinson
Join our exciting Catch Up with artist Eleanor Tomlinson whose career, since we last spoke with her in Season 1, Episode 7, has gone from strength to strength. She shares a touching story about her Grandmother, the charities and farmers she’s helping to support and what her beloved pup, Bramble, has been up to. So grab a coffee, explore her online tutorials and find out what is coming next!
S3 · E3
Mar 21, 2025 · 40 min
With Jim Archer - Elk Ravine Farm
We really enjoyed our fascinating chat with Jim Archer, owner of Elk Ravine Farm in New York (their animals are not sold for meat). Get to know all about the conservation work he and his family do on his land, the vital role his animals play and enjoy the antics of Frosty and Cashew! It was a learning experience for us and we know it will inspire you so you don’t want miss this episode.
S3 · E2
Mar 6, 2025 · 32 min
Catch Up 2 with Glen and Laurie Wolfe
Join us for our 2nd catch up session with Glen and Laurie Wolfe, parents to the late singing and piano playing sensation Buddy Mercury and mum and dad to their new pup Pawly. We talk about their transition from Buddy’s death to discovering Pawly’s own unique talents. Our chat is totally PAWsome so you don’t want to miss it! The previous podcasts were Season 1, Episode 5 and Season 2, Episode 7.
S3 · E1
Jan 31, 2025 · 36 min
With Sarah Fenwick
Our first podcast of 2025 see us talking to multi-talented Sarah Fenwick. Jazz-singer, journalist, artist, a mentor for Howling Talent and an author. We focus on her fascinating writing projects that include a rabbit, the magical world of animals in mythology and what it is like to be an author with ADHD.
S2 · E20
Dec 20, 2024 · 29 min
With Lieschen O'Neill
Join us for our final episode in 2024 with Lieschen O'Neill; project manager in higher education, a classically trained pianist and mum to the very good girl and siren aficionado Belle! Let’s find out just how goofy she is!
S2 · E19
Dec 14, 2024 · 32 min
catch Up With Laura Greaves
We are catching up with author and proud ‘crazy dog lady’, Laura Greaves, as she tells us all about winning the prestigious Churchill Fellowship and joins us from co-host Yvonne Dagger’s sitting room in New York as she completes her five week trip from Australia researching her fellowship project which involves…you guessed it… dogs! You can hear Laura’s first interview with us on Season 1, Episode 6.
S2 · E18
Nov 17, 2024 · 38 min
With Jenni Koenig
Ever wonder what legally rescuing a sloth is like? Wonder no more as we talk to Jenni Koenig, mum of Enzo, who just happens to also love painting! How does he get creative and what is his one weakness when it comes to treats; this and so much more in this episode of Howling Talent!
S2 · E17
Oct 4, 2024 · 45 min
With Alex Hutchinson
Alex Hutchinson is a Professional Service Dog Trainer for Canine Companions who has just participated in the new Netflix Documentary, “Inside the Mind of a Dog” (trust me you don’t want to miss this so make sure you watch it). She talks to us about her fascinating career and what it is like to film a Netflix show.
S2 · E16
Sep 27, 2024 · 31 min
With Katie Brown
Katie Brown is a Yogi (proficient in yoga), a dog mom, and author of her most recent book, ‘Peaceful Paws’. She says that she’s ‘On a mission to help humans and dogs…relax!’ so please join us as she puts us, and our fur-babies, through our paces!
S2 · E15
Aug 21, 2024 · 37 min
With The Senior Staffy Club and Glenn Davies
We welcome back Ultra-Runner Glenn Davies (Season 2 Episode 11) and introduce Julia Kaminski of The Senior Staffy Club as they share all the fascinating details of the upcoming run on August 24th that Glenn will be tackling to raise funds for the organisation and explain the joy of Staffordshire Bull Terriers. Check out additional details on HowlingTalent.com.
S2 · E14
Aug 16, 2024 · 28 min
With Beth Marzo
In this episode we talk to Beth Marzo, a mom, grandmother, animal advocate and the President of Forgotten Friends of Long Island. Join us as she talks about her passion for animals and what makes Forgotten Friends stand out. "I'd like to dedicate this podcast to all of the dedicated and amazing volunteers of Forgotten Friends of Long Island as well as the wonderful adopters who open their heart and home to our little orphans. We are blessed to have all of you in our lives." ~Beth Marzo

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