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Talking Couch Potatoes

Free the Hounds Inc Association
Greyhound Racing
Animal Welfare
Free the Hounds
Pet Adoption
Western Australia
Greyhound Adoptions WA
Greyhound Adoption
Greyhound Welfare
Greyhound Injury Full Recovery Scheme
Greyhound Rescue
Simba
Staffy and Bully Breeds
RSPCA
Covid-19 Impact
Dustin
Coalition For the Protection Of Greyhounds
Canidrome
Greyhound Behavior
Greyhounds
Fostering

Welcome to Talking Couch Potatoes, the podcast that’s all about greyhounds and the people who love them. From Perth, Western Australia, we’re shining a spotlight on the world of greyhound advocacy. We’ll hear from advocates, political groups, experts and volunteers across the country, sharing what’s happening in their states. And we’re not afraid to tackle the big conversations—opening up dialogue... more

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Latest Episodes

The New Zealand people have been heard, and greyhound racing will permanently end on August 1st 2026!

So this week we sit down with one of the people who helped make it happen: Emily Robertson, a spokesperson and volunteer for The Greyhound Protect... more

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We are beyond excited to bring you a conversation that had us completely losing track of time...meet Carey Theil, Executive Director of GREY2K USA Worldwide, calling in all the way from Boston, Massachusetts, USA!

Carey is co-founder of the most po... more

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We are absolutely thrilled to bring you a conversation with one of Australia's most respected animal welfare advocates, Dr Jed Goodfellow, Co-Founder and Director of Policy and Government Relations at the Australian Alliance for Animals🦮⚖️Jed has sp... more

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This week, Matt & Mel welcome back veterinary physiotherapist Susan Yuen 🐕 from Physio For Pets (physioforpets.com.au/) to dig deeper into chronic pain, corns, and the hidden injuries many greyhounds carry long after racing ends. 👀🐾💥From ... more

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Recent Guests

Carey Theil
Executive Director, GREY2K USA Worldwide
GREY2K USA Worldwide
Episode: EP67: Grassroots to Global: Lessons from GREY2K USA Worldwide
Dr. Jed Goodfellow
Director of Policy and Government Relations, Australian Alliance for Animals
Australian Alliance for Animals
Episode: EP66: Stronger Together: Dr Jed Goodfellow Australian Alliance for Animals
Susan Yun
Veterinary physiotherapist, founder of Physio For Pets
Physio For Pets, WA
Episode: EP65: Paws The Pain: How Corns Tell You A Story
Bec Chiffins
Foster carer and cat tester for Greyhound Adoptions WA
Greyhound Adoptions WA (GOWA)
Episode: EP63: Meet Lynx: The Greyhound Cat Boss
Lisa White
President and founder of Friends of the Hounds NSW
Friends of the Hounds NSW
Episode: EP62: The Heart Behind Friends of the Hound
Mark Layton
Former Greyhound racing participant
Greyhound racing community
Episode: EP61: The Human Cost: A Participant's Story
Dr. Liam Clay
PhD qualified canine behaviour consultant and trainer specializing in greyhounds
AABA Consultants & Future Dog Training Academy
Episode: EP60: The Science of Greyhound Behaviour with Dr Liam Clay
Deb King
Animal Welfare Policy Research Officer at RSPCA
RSPCA
Episode: EP59: RSPCA WA: On The Frontlines of Animal Welfare
Kim Whiting
Author of 'Simba's Story' and Delta Qualified Dog Behavioural Trainer
Episode: EP57: Simba: A Story of Survival

Hosts

Matthew
Host who guides discussion and introduces guests; appears across multiple seasons.
Melanie
Co-host who engages with guests and steers interviews; a consistent presence.
Jem
Co-host who supports interviews and discussions.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 62 ratings
  • Very informative and heartwarming

    Keep up the great work guys.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Trudioz
    Australia2 years ago

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Fans value updates on WA inquiries and reform efforts, plus real-world welfare insights.
Audiences appreciate candid conversations about difficult industry topics and guest expertise.
Listeners praise the informative, heart-driven storytelling and practical advocacy tips.
Some episodes may feel emotionally heavy due to welfare focus, but supporters see this as authenticity.

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Talking Points

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EP63: Meet Lynx: The Greyhound Cat Boss
Q: First of all, can you tell us just a little bit of how you got into that?
Bec shares that her family had rescue dogs and that she became involved after seeing the Greyhound Adoptions store and deciding to foster, which led to developing a formal cat-testing program to match greyhounds with cat-friendly homes.
EP60: The Science of Greyhound Behaviour with Dr Liam Clay
Q: What advice would you give to new greyhound owners?
It's essential to understand their background and provide a stable, structured environment for their adjustment.
EP59: RSPCA WA: On The Frontlines of Animal Welfare
Q: What can our supporters do? What can our listeners, Free the Hound supporters, just anyone in WA who give a rat's ass about animals, what are you most in need of?
You can support us in many ways, including sharing educational information, reporting animal cruelty incidents, and considering financial donations.
EP57: Simba: A Story of Survival
Q: What do you want readers to get out of the fact that you've taken the time to write Simba's story?
I hope to share the power of community and inspire others to adopt scared and timid dogs like Simba.
EP57: Simba: A Story of Survival
Q: How is everyone doing now, and especially Simba?
The family is doing well, and Simba has returned more confident after his ordeal.

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A deep-dive into greyhound welfare and advocacy, with a focus on policy, governance, and reform across Australia—particularly Western Australia. Episodes surface coalition-building, grassroots activism, and practical care insights from veterinarians, rescue groups, and advocates, often through personal storytelling and calls to action. The show stands out for its hands-on advocacy stance, transparency about industry issues, and willingness to challenge traditional practices in greyhound racing while highlighting adoption and welfare-focused reforms.

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1. Carey Theil
2. Dr. Jed Goodfellow
3. Susan Yun
4. Bec Chiffins
5. Lisa White
6. Mark Layton
7. Dr. Liam Clay
8. Deb King

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