Rephonic
Artwork for Talking Couch Potatoes

Talking Couch Potatoes

Free the Hounds Inc Association
Greyhound Racing
Animal Welfare
Free the Hounds
Greyhound Injury Full Recovery Scheme
Pet Adoption
Dustin
Charlotte
Jade
Gap
Western Australia
Petitions
Australia Day
Petition For Greyhounds
Greyhound Protection Workshop
Economy
Lena
Wagering Revenue
Covid-19 Impact
Grief Counseling
Pet Loss

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

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes64Founded3 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
Kids & FamilyPets & Animals

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for Talking Couch Potatoes

Latest Episodes

This week, Matt & Mel chat with Bec – long term foster carer, cat tester, and all-round legend, who has helped over 50 greyhounds transition from racing life into loving homes. With the help of her cat Lynx, Bec also tests greyhounds for prospective ... more

YouTube

This week on Talking Couch Potatoes, Matt & Mel are joined by an absolute legend in greyhound rescue - Lisa White, founder of Friends of the Hound, operating in Northern NSW and Queensland. 🐶💙 friendsofthehound.org.au/What started with one ... more

YouTube

🚨EP61 of Talking Couch Potatoes is one of the most powerful conversations we’ve ever had.⚠️ Trigger warning: This episode contains discussion of the psychological impact of greyhound racing, including trauma to greyhounds. Take care listening ❤️‍🩹I... more

YouTube

We’ve hit the big 6-0… and we’re still raging (respectfully) 💅🔥

In this milestone episode of Talking Couch Potatoes, we sit down with Dr Liam Clay – PhD-qualified canine behaviour consultant and Director of AABA Consultants & Future Proof Training... more

YouTube

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Accepts Sponsors
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Conversations
ConversationsABC Australia
Mamamia Out Loud
Mamamia Out LoudMamamia Podcasts
Politics Now
Politics NowABC Australia
No Filter
No FilterMamamia Podcasts

Recent Guests

Bec Chiffins
Foster carer and cat tester for Greyhound Adoptions WA
Greyhound Adoptions WA (GOWA)
Episode: EP63: Meet Lynx: The Greyhound Cat Boss
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
Georgie Purcell
Member for the Animal Justice Party in Parliament in Victoria, advocating for greyhound welfare
Animal Justice Party
Episode: EP55: Georgie Purcell MP Unleashing the Truth
Honi Rawlings
Veterinary nurse with extensive experience in greyhound care
Episode: EP54: Trackside and Personal: Honi's Story
Elliott Fox
Artist and greyhound advocate
Elliott Fox Art
Episode: EP53: Elliott Fox: The Art of Advocacy
Fran Chambers
President of Let the Greyhounds Run Free; previously a member on the board of Grey2K.
Let the Greyhounds Run Free
Episode: EP52: We Stand With Tasmania

Hosts

Mel
Co-host and anchor on greyhound advocacy, often guiding policy discussions and adoption stories
Matthew
Host with focus on welfare, behavior, and community outreach
Matt
Co-host often contributing to discussions on welfare and rescue
Maleficent
Co-host bringing diverse perspective to welfare and racing reform topics

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 61 ratings
  • Very informative and heartwarming

    Keep up the great work guys.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Trudioz
    Australia2 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Advocacy focus is clear, though listeners looking for neutral racing history may want more balance.
Guests consistently provide practical insights for volunteers and adopters.
Very informative and heartwarming, Keep up the great work guys.
The discussions feel grounded in real-world advocacy and outcomes.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

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.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About Talking Couch Potatoes

What is Talking Couch Potatoes about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Listeners are drawn to conversations about greyhound welfare, racing reform, and practical advocacy tactics, with episodes anchored in real-world stories from former participants, rescue volunteers, policymakers, and animal-w welfare experts. The show balances urgent policy discussions with compassionate, actionable guidance for prospective foster carers, adopters, and volunteers, often weaving in community events, fundraising, and personal dog-recovery journeys. A notable strength is its hands-on approach to social change—grounded in WA's governance landscape—while maintaining a warm, community-driven tone that resonates with pet lovers and activists alike.

Where can I find podcast stats for Talking Couch Potatoes?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for Talking Couch Potatoes. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to Talking Couch Potatoes and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does Talking Couch Potatoes get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for Talking Couch Potatoes, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for Talking Couch Potatoes?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for Talking Couch Potatoes, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does Talking Couch Potatoes have?

To see how many followers or subscribers Talking Couch Potatoes has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to Talking Couch Potatoes?

These podcasts share a similar audience with Talking Couch Potatoes:

1. Conversations
2. I Catch Killers with Gary Jubelin
3. Mamamia Out Loud
4. Politics Now
5. No Filter

How many episodes of Talking Couch Potatoes are there?

Talking Couch Potatoes launched 3 years ago and published 64 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact Talking Couch Potatoes?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for Talking Couch Potatoes?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for Talking Couch Potatoes from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for Talking Couch Potatoes?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of Talking Couch Potatoes. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on Talking Couch Potatoes?

Recent guests on Talking Couch Potatoes include:

1. Bec Chiffins
2. Mark Layton
3. Dr. Liam Clay
4. Deb King
5. Kim Whiting
6. Georgie Purcell
7. Honi Rawlings
8. Elliott Fox

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days