Best Andrew Hoang Podcasts (2025)

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Housecats! with YouTube star Jackson Galaxy, Community Cats podcast host Stacy LeBaron and The Urban Resource Institute 39:32

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Felis catus - the “domestic house cat”. What does that label mean for the hundreds of millions of domesticated yet house-less cats - and how does the answer to this connect to both human and cat welfare? In this special episode, released during October’s Domestic Violence Awareness Month, we’ll be joined by Community Cats Podcast host Stacy LeBaron…

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Scaredy Cats! Fight, flight, freeze...and feline? with arborist Duane Hook and feline behaviorist Kristyn Vitale, Ph.D. and behavioral biologist Lee Niel, Ph.D. 35:19

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What’s really going on with fearful cats - and why should we rethink the label “scaredy cat”? Behavioral biologist Dr. Lee Niel shares expert insights on how to read cats’ signals and understand what they’re trying to tell us. Returning guest expert Dr. Kristyn Vitale explores the environments and conditions that can create so-called scaredy cats. …

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Cats, Camera, Action! Felines on Film with film critic Angelica Jade Bastién, cinéastes Mye Hoang and Rob Bennett (25 Cats From Qatar) and photographer BriAnne Wills (Girls and Their Cats) 40:11

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Who loves cats and cinema? On this episode, the crew of your favorite cat-themed culture, history and science podcast make our first foray into feline film studies! Join us for a 40 minute discussion on the roles cats have played onscreen - from overlooked props and stereotypes to scene-stealing stars who shape stories and symbolize mystery, power …

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Spooky Cats! Spies and Secrets with espionage historian Andrew Hammond, Ph.D., Japan historian and translator Zack Davisson and veterinarian Gabriela Canales, D.V.M. 35:37

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Cats - stealthy, sneaky - and spooky! Hidden in plain sight. All the makings of…the purr-fect spy! Or so we think. Listen in on a fun, feline fact-filled episode about how, if, when and why cats have ever been associated with - or agents of - covert operations, intelligence gathering and all things espionage. Feline anatomy expert Gabriela Canales,…

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Cat Eyes: Make-up, Magic and Myopia with writer Zahra Hankir, Animal Communicator Alicia Halloran and Cat Ophthalmologist Steve Hanes 38:03

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Welcome back to 6 Degrees of Cats, the world’s #1 (& only) cat-themed culture, history and science podcast! In this 40-ish minute odyssey of the mind, we head back to the Fertile Crescent with the help of Zahra Hankir, author of New York Times Book Review Editors pick, Eyeliner: A Cultural History, to explore why the aesthetics of the “cat eye” bel…

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Cats Are Cuter than Babies: Cats and Art with Catnip Mag Publisher Anja Charbonneau, YouTube star Ergojosh and Artist Natalia Garcez 28:49

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The time has come to settle the score – are cats cuter than babies? Join us for an evidence-informed artistic analysis of the aesthetics of cats and how and why we love to depict them in illustration, animation and graphic art. (And why cats are, indeed, cuter than babies.) In this fun, feline and fact-filled episode, listen in on how and why cats …

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Catnaps! Part 2: Cats, Dreams & the Unconscious with Jungian analyst Mary Bowen & Nap Ministry’s Tricia Hersey 30:20

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In part two of this sleep and dream series in "6 Degrees of Cats," your favorite cat-themed history, culture, and science, let’s find out what your dreams (and your cat’s) mean…if anything! Returning to the podcast are Jungian analyst Mary Bowen, the senior most Pilates practitioner to have studied under Joseph Pilates who explains Jung’s deepest m…

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[Season 3 Premiere] Catnaps! On Pilates and rest with Pilates practitioner Mary Bowen and The Nap Ministry founder Tricia Hersey, M.Div. 29:49

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We are excited to kick off Season 3 of "6 Degrees of Cats," your favorite cat-themed history, culture, and science through part one of a two-part series on CATNAPS! Meet Mary Bowen, the senior Pilates practitioner to have studied under Joseph Pilates who explains how and why cats are the ultimate pilates instructors and learn about the history of t…

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[TRAILER!] 6 Degrees of Cats Season 3 Announcement! 1:13

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6 Degrees of Cats, the world's #1 (& only) cat-themed culture, history and science podcast is back! Subscribe NOW to listen to the season premiere on June 17th - kicking off another season of cat facts, expert commentary and surprising but profound explorations of ourselves, others and our feline friends! We'll be joined by a fresh multidisciplinar…

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Our Feline Fictive Kin: Are Cats Full Fledged Family? [Season 2 Finale] 35:31

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Did you know that we share a whopping 90% of our homogeneous genetic material with…cats? That’s actually more than man’s other best friend! And in the Season 2 finale for 6 Degrees of Cats - the world’s #1 (and only) cat-themed culture, history and science podcast - we make the case to promote our pets - especially our cats - as full-time family, f…

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Banjos, Violins and Shamisens: Untangling Cats and Strings 34:42

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…as in, stringed instruments! Brace yourselves for a high-strung episode connecting your favorite pet to three distinct stringed instruments in this episode of 6 Degrees of Cats, the world’s #1 (and only) cat-themed culture, science and history podcast. What is "cat gut" – and is it truly derived from feline materials, as rumored? Join Amanda “Capt…

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Cool Cat: How Cats Are the Soul of Rock 'n' Roll 39:39

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Dive into the purr-fect harmony between cats and rock 'n' roll in this episode of 6 Degrees of Cats, the world's #1 (and only) cat-themed culture, history and science podcast. Explore the untold stories of how these enigmatic creatures have influenced the genre. From legendary rock icons like Freddie Mercury and David Bowie who found inspiration in…

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Beyond Taylor Swift: Who Are Cat People? 35:13

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Who is a cat person? What is the essence of feline fandom and who exactly are the literal and figurative cat people among us? Listen and find out on the world's #1 (and only) cat-themed culture, history and science podcast! Celebrate the Lunar New Year (Happy Year of the Dragon) or Têt, with us in Vietnam, where we discover a unique breed of cat pe…

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Pizza Paws: Decoding the Internet's Obsession with Cats and Pizza 27:43

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Discover the fascinating origins of internet culture in this episode of 6 Degrees of Cats, the worlds #1 (and only) cat-themed culture, history, science and - in this instance - tech podcast. Did you know that pizza was the very first item ever bought and sold online? Or that approximately 1% of all internet activity revolves around adorable cat ph…

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How the Cat Stole Christmas: Introducing the Yule Cat of Iceland 23:29

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Join us as we celebrate the Winter Solstice, also known as Yule and explore the intriguing tale of Iceland’s legendary Yulecat and revisit the captivating history of Viking settlements in Iceland on this episode of the world's #1 cat-themed culture, history and science podcast, 6 Degrees of Cats. In this illuminating discussion, led by renowned Ice…

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The Purr-fect Life: Cats, Kantian Ethics and Karma! 28:00

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Dive DEEP into the meaning of life...through cats...with the help of experts in Western and Eastern philosophy on this episode of 6 Degrees of Cats, the world's #1 (and only) cat-themed culture, history and science podcast. Dr. Abigail Levin, an animal ethics professor at Niagara University, returns to the podcast to explore our duty through deonto…

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The Golden Age of Cats: The Medieval Middle East, Muezza and the Mark of Muhammad (or Mary) 33:52

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We all know cats were considered gods (well, god-adjacent) in ancient Egypt - but did you know that nearly 2 billion people in today's world still consider them in connection to their religion? Find out more here at 6 Degrees of Cats, the world's #1 cat-themed culture, history and science podcast. In this episode, we set sail across oceans of, um, …

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Witches, Whiskers and Whisky: Re-introducing the Original Cat Lady of Halloween! [Season 2 Premiere] 30:28

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We are back for Season 2 of "6 Degrees of Cats," the world's #1 (and only) cat-themed history, culture, and science podcast just in time for Halloween! Learn about the original cat ladies and what they really were brewing in those cauldrons - as well as what the heck was up with those hats. Learn about weird trivia, women’s history and whisky brewi…

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[Trailer] 6 Degrees of Cats is back for Season 2 on October 31! 1:11

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6 Degrees of Cats, your new favorite cat-themed culture, history and science podcast hosted by lifelong cat custodian Captain Kitty, aka Amanda B. launches in one week on October 31 (Halloween!) Please follow @6DegreesofCats on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter, sign up for the mailing list at linktr.ee/6degreesofcats and tell all your friends to sub…

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Captain Kitty on Nuances Podcast: Amanda B. on 6 degrees of cats, educating in the domestic violence space, and her experience as a trans-national & trans-racial adoptee 45:26

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GREAT NEWS EVERYONE! Save the date for Halloween, 6 Degrees of Cats Season 2 drops October 31! Turn on your notifications for 6 Degrees of Cats to be the first to listen when it drops. In the meantime, we are thrilled to share with you a fun, uplifting, and thought-provoking conversation that your favorite #1 cat-themed culture, history and science…

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Felines & Fatherhood: Exploring Masculinity, Father’s Day, and the Unique Bond Between Men and Cats 28:40

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It's the season 1 finale of "6 Degrees of Cats," the world's #1 (and only) cat-themed culture, history and science podcast! And just in time for Father's Day, the team explores the remarkable and often overlooked bond between men and cats. Join us as we uncover fascinating insights, starting with Niagara University professor of philosophy Abigail L…

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Curiosity Didn’t Kill the Cat, Part 2: Exploring Science Fairs, Schrodinger’s Cat, and the Fascinating Concept of Cats as Liquids 29:12

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Welcome back to part two of a two-part series on cats and science on 6 Degrees of Cats, the world's #1 (and only) cat-themed culture, history and science podcast. We continue our fascinating journey with biophysicist Kareem Elsayad, Ph.D., based in Vienna, as he unveils the fundamentals of quantum mechanics and demystifies the significance of Schro…

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Curiosity Didn’t Kill the Cat, Part 1: Research and Righting Reflexes 28:12

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This episode of 6 Degress of Cats, the world's #1 (and only) cat-themed culture, history and science podcast is part one of a two-episode series on cats and science! In part 1, we take a cue from cats and let our curiosity lead us through an exploration of how science and cats go hand in hand - er, paw in paw. Join your host as she welcomes a stell…

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A Mother’s Tail: Introducing St. Gertrude, the Patron Saint of Cats (and Her Mom) 27:07

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It's Mother's Day and we are here for it on 6 Degrees of Cats, the world's #1 (and only) cat-themed culture, history and science podcast. In this episode, get ready for the motherload - in which we delve into the topic of motherhood through the captivating story of St. Gertrude of Nivelles, the Belgian abbess and (alleged) patron saint of cats. Joi…

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Did You Know the Vikings had Cats? Magic, Freya and Norse Folklore 28:13

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All aboard 6 Degrees of Cats, the world's #1 (and only) cat-themed culture, history and science podcast. In this episode, we'll be delving into the relationship between Vikings and cats, with insights from leading experts in archaeology, folklore, and historical research. The team welcome archaeologist Brenda Prehal, Ph.D., who shares her knowledge…

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Community CATalysts: Kosovans Caring for Their Animal Survivors 28:06

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In this episode of 6 Degrees of Cats, the world's #1 (and only) cat-themed culture, history and science podcast, the team heads to Eastern Europe to understand ways young nations are building inclusive communities that value not only humans, but also felines, canines, and other animals. Listen in as Ares Shporta, a cultural leader in Prizren, descr…

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5 Ways to Say ”I Love Mew”: Using the 5 Love Languages…With Your Cat? 24:50

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Do our cats really love being held and loved and squeezed and kissed? Find out in this episode of 6 Degrees of Cats, the world's #1 (and only) cat-themed culture, history and science podcast. With the help of two certified cat behaviorists and a reproduction and sexuality educator, we apply a popular contemporary human psychology construct to inves…

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Cats Are the Consummate Domesticate: Origins and Evolution of Our Feline Friends [Pilot] 24:33

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Welcome to 6 Degrees of Cats, the world's #1 (and only) cat-themed culture, history and science podcast. From a playful yet rigorously researched angle, join host Amanda B. and her team as we explore the fascinating world of felines and their connections to history, culture, and more. Starting with the question: ARE CATS ACTUALLY DOMESTICATED? In o…

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Cats vs Cupid: Why Cats are the Better Valentine’s Day Mascot 21:38

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Be our Valentine! In this episode of 6 Degrees of Cats, the world's #1 (and only) cat-themed culture, history and science podcast - well - we’ve always known that cats are cuter than babies, wings or not. But! Did you know that cats are actually symbols of love for many ancient cultures? Well, some call it love. Listen on! In this episode, host Ama…

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[Trailer] Introducing 6 Degrees of Cats - a podcast about how cats have influenced humankind 1:57

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6 Degrees of Cats is a new podcast exploring the surprising intersections between feline and humankind across cultures and history hosted by lifelong cat custodian Captain Kitty, aka Amanda B. Please follow @6DegreesofCats on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter, sign up for the mailing list at linktr.ee/6degreesofcats and encourage any folks in your co…

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Ep 6 Cameron Esposito's Rape Jokes 6:10

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This is my story about being a survivor of sexual assault. I want to help others who have been in similar situations so please get a "I [heart] consent" 100% of the profit will go to RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network). You can get a shirt at https://teespring.com/get-consent#pid=2&cid=2122&sid=front and you can stream Cameron Esposito's …

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Ep 5 Pride Month, Cakeshop v CCRC, etc 10:31

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Ep 5 Pride Month, Cakeshop V. CCRC, etc. Update - Hawaii Bans Conversions Therapy for Minors: https://intomore.com/impact/Hawaii-Becomes-12th-State-to-Ban-Conversion-Therapy-After-Governor-Signs-Bill-Into-Law/1cd8725cab57438b http://www.newnownext.com/hawaii-becomes-12th-state-to-ban-conversion-therapy/05/2018/ High-Profile Japanese Business Woman …

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Ep 4 Texas Mayor, Ireland Conversion Therapy, etc 9:25

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Ep 4 Texas Mayor Election, Ireland Conversion Therapy, etc. Gay Veteran Elected Mayor of Del Rio, Texas: https://www.out.com/news-opinion/2018/5/07/gay-veteran-who-wears-heels-just-won-mayors-race-texas https://outinsa.com/voters-in-del-rio-texas-elect-gay-mayor/ Ireland’s New Bill On Conversion Therapy: https://gcn.ie/prison-sentences-for-conversi…

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Ep 3 Hawaii Conversion Therapy, Todd Harrity, etc. 7:33

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Ep 3 Hawaii Conversion Therapy, Todd Harrity, etc.Hawaii Moves to Ban Conversion Therapy For...By Andrew Hoang

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Ep 4 Trans Collective Demands Regulations for Doctors Performing Surgeries: 9:36

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Trans Collective Demands Regulations for Doctors Performing Surgeries: https://www.out.com/news-opinion/2018/4/21/trans-collective-demands-regulations-doctors-performing-genital-surgery Reggie...By Andrew Hoang

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Ep1 Portugal Parliament, Texas GOP, etc. 9:44

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Ep1 Portugal Parliament, Texas GOP, etc. National Suicide Prevention Line:1-800-273-8255https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ Portugal’s Parliament Legislative...By Andrew Hoang