🎉🐾 Talking Couch Potatoes has hit Episode 50! 🐾🎉In this milestone episode, we’re joined by Sian from Snooter Brown 💜Sian’s passion for greyhound rescue, advocacy, and her unique training approach takes centre stage as she shares her inspiring journey.✨ What’s inside:🐕 The challenges & rewards of rehoming greyhounds💔 The tough realities of the racing industry💖 The resilience of these gentle souls🚫Why the ACT’s ban on greyhound racing is a beacon of hope for WA 🌟📚 Practical tips & heartfelt stories for hound paw-rents🎙️ Whether you’re a long-time greyhound lover or new to the breed, this episode is packed with insight, compassion, and attempted humour!👉 Tune in & help us celebrate 50 episodes of sharing stories that matter!Check out Snooter Brown here 👉 https://snooterbrown.com/And thanks to our wonderful sponsors Henry Houndwear👉https://henryhoundwear.com.au/#TalkingCouchPotatoes #GreyhoundRescue #EndGreyhoundRacing #AdoptDontShop
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EP49: Georgia The Grey: A Rescue Story Told with Love
In this episode of Talking Couch Potatoes, we chat with young author Hannah ✨ and her mum Jess 💜 about Hannah’s beautiful book Georgia the Grey Comes Home to Stay 🐾📚.This heartwarming story follows Georgia, a rescued greyhound 🐶, while also shining a light on the cruel realities of greyhound racing 💔.💡 Hear how Hannah went from idea ➡️ publishing, and how she’s using her 9 yr old voice (and book profits!) to support greyhound rescue organisations 🏡🐾.A must-listen for animal lovers & advocates! 🐕❤️Special thanks to our sponsor Henry Houndwear...Haute Couture for Hounds! https://henryhoundwear.com.au/
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EP48: Pro Vs Anti: The Space In Between
🚨 NEW Episode Out Now! 🚨🎧 Pro vs Anti: The Space In Between 🐾In this thought provoking episode of Talking Couch Potatoes, we sit down with Michelle, someone with experience inside the greyhound racing industry.We discuss key welfare concerns like pedigree stacking and breeding practices; tackle common misconceptions from both sides; and discover the powerful points where our views align — especially when it comes to putting the dogs first.🐶 Whether you’re pro-racing, anti-racing, or just curious, this is an honest, respectful chat you won’t want to miss.Thanks to our sponsors Henry Houndwear!#TalkingCouchPotatoes #GreyhoundWelfare #Podcast #AnimalAdvocacy #GreyhoundLove
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EP47: Kids Talk Couch Potatoes Part Two
Our junior panel is back and bolder than ever! 💥 Join Layla, Luka, Sofia, Adam & Hannah – five passionate young greyhound advocates – as they tackle the big questions:❌ Are the laws around greyhound racing outdated?🐶 How can we treat racing greyhounds more ethically?💸 What’s the real cost of greyhound racing?🏟️ And what if we turned racetracks into something better for communities?These bright minds have big ideas and plenty to say – and we’re so here for it! 🙌🎥 PLUS – this special panel was video recorded and will be hitting YouTube soon, so keep your eyes peeled! 👀Proudly sponsored by Henry Houndwear https://henryhoundwear.com.au/ - What all the best-dressed hounds are wearing!Special thanks to Sev at Bright Tsar Studios https://brighttsar.com/ for the amazing space 📸
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EP46: Kids Talk Couch Potatoes PART ONE
🎧 This special episode flips the script – the kids are asking the questions!Join Layla, Luka, Sofia, Adam, and Hannah – five passionate young greyhound advocates who are already speaking out in their schools and communities. They quiz us on everything from racing injuries and rehoming challenges to live baiting and why people gamble on dogs in the first place.Their questions are thoughtful, honest, and full of heart – and they prove that you're never too young to stand up for greyhounds as pets, not bets. 💚🐾This episode also marks our first ever video podcast – stay tuned for the YouTube release!🎙️ Recorded at Bright Tsar Studios https://brighttsar.com/👗 Proudly sponsored by Henry Houndwear – what all the best dressed hounds are wearing! https://henryhoundwear.com.au/#PetsNotBets #TalkingCouchPotatoes #GreyhoundWelfare #KidsForKindness #EndGreyhoundRacing
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 across Australia to discuss the public’s views on dog racing and welfare in WA.
Whether you’re a greyhound lover, a curious listener, or an advocate for change, this is the podcast for you.
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