Episodes

  • Episode 20: Why Animal Rights Matter Now More Than Ever & Building a Kinder Future with Jamie Logan

    Episode 20: Why Animal Rights Matter Now More Than Ever & Building a Kinder Future with Jamie Logan
    Sep 17 2025
    Curtis Sliwa speaks with animal rights activist, filmmaker, and podcast host Jamie Logan about the New York City Animal Rights March. Jamie shares her journey into activism, the importance of exposing factory farming, and how the annual march has grown into a global movement for compassion and justice. They also discuss issues ranging from horse-drawn carriages in Central Park to the role of fashion in animal exploitation, while highlighting how everyday choices can create real change. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    50 mins
  • Episode 19: Death Row Pets, No Kill Shelter Demand, Cuomo’s Dog Controversy, Volunteer Costs Rising, Carriage Horse Ban Movement

    Episode 19: Death Row Pets, No Kill Shelter Demand, Cuomo’s Dog Controversy, Volunteer Costs Rising, Carriage Horse Ban Movement
    Aug 28 2025
    On this episode, Curtis spotlights his Protect the Animals campaign line with its call for no-kill shelters and tougher penalties for abusers, announces the launch of “Cats for Curtis,” and shares emotional stories from New York’s shelter death row list while contrasting his platform with opponents like Andrew Cuomo, Eric Adams, and Zohran Mamdani. He recalls Cuomo’s abandoned husky Captain, reacts to horrific recent abuse cases, praises rescue groups fighting to save unwanted animals, and pledges as mayor to create a rapid-response animal welfare agency and end the Central Park horse-carriage industry by replacing it with modern electric carriages. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    35 mins
  • Episode 18: Central Park Horse Carriage Ban, Puppy Mill Raid, and Bronx Abuse Arrests

    Episode 18: Central Park Horse Carriage Ban, Puppy Mill Raid, and Bronx Abuse Arrests
    Aug 20 2025
    On this episode, Curtis and Nancy discuss the Central Park Conservancy’s call to ban horse drawn carriages, a Long Island drug bust where puppies were found in terrible conditions, nine dogs rescued from abuse in the Bronx, and the ongoing lawsuit over Peanut the squirrel and Freddy the raccoon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    28 mins
  • Episode 17: How Bureaucracy and Neglect Fail Animals in NYC and Beyond

    Episode 17: How Bureaucracy and Neglect Fail Animals in NYC and Beyond
    Aug 13 2025
    Curtis and Nancy Sliwa cover a full slate of urgent animal issues, starting with Curtis’s mayoral run and the launch of Protect Animals, the first independent political line focused solely on animal welfare. They recount a Staten Island gathering of 500 animal rescuers and outline goals like no-kill shelters and tougher penalties for abusers. They examine the death of Lady, a 15-year-old NYC carriage horse, and the stalled “Ryder’s Law” aimed at ending the industry. The Sliwas also expose NYCHA’s mistreatment of feral cats, highlight Amsterdam’s new canal staircases to save cats from drowning, discuss the euthanasia of a moose in upstate New York, and share research on the decline of blue whale songs off California linked to environmental change. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    44 mins
  • Episode 16: City Turns Away While Cats Are Sealed In and Dog Is Set Ablaze

    Episode 16: City Turns Away While Cats Are Sealed In and Dog Is Set Ablaze
    Aug 6 2025
    On this episode, New York City faces heartbreaking stories of animal suffering and government neglect. Cats are trapped in public housing basements without access to food or water while a helpless dog is killed and set on fire in a Queens neighborhood. Despite public outrage, the accused is released without bail. Curtis and Nancy break down the systemic failures that continue to put animals at risk, from city shelters with no space to outdated laws that treat pets like property. With real-time rescues, political fallout, and a call for real reform, this episode demands attention from every animal lover and concerned citizen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    47 mins
  • Episode 15: Transforming Vacant NYC Storefronts Into Adoption Centers and Tackling Carriage Horse Abuse

    Episode 15: Transforming Vacant NYC Storefronts Into Adoption Centers and Tackling Carriage Horse Abuse
    Jul 30 2025
    On this episode, Curtis Sliwa discusses historical figures known for their contributions to animal welfare, introduces the wide-reaching impact of the podcast, and emphasizes the importance of spreading its message. He highlights his key campaign platforms, including no-kill shelters, animal abuser incarceration, and tax exemption for animal food, while criticizing his political opponents for their lack of focus on animal welfare. Sliwa critiques New York City's handling of animal care, the shortcomings of the animal shelter system, and the inefficiencies of the Animal Care and Control group. He delves into his strategies for improving animal welfare as mayor, including the innovative idea of using vacant storefronts for animal adoption centers. He also touches on the controversial case of a horse named Ryder, the failure of city council legislation to protect carriage horses, and the ongoing issue of rabies among raccoons and feral cats in Nassau County. Curtis concludes with a call to action for listeners to share the podcast and support his campaign efforts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    47 mins
  • Episode 14: Urban Animals In The Spotlight

    Episode 14: Urban Animals In The Spotlight
    Jul 23 2025
    On this episode, Curtis and Nancy Sliwa discuss the significant role of animal welfare in Curtis's mayoral campaign, spotlighting the groundbreaking 'Protecting Animals' independent electoral line. The conversation covers various pressing issues, such as the need for affordable spaying and neutering services, the plight of carriage horses exemplified by the tragic case of Rider, and dangerous dog attacks in New York City. The episode also touches on community safety efforts and the legislative push inspired by incidents like the attack on Moose in Prospect Park. Curtis and Nancy highlight the importance of responsible pet ownership and call for stronger protections for animals to create a more compassionate city. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    35 mins
  • Episode 13: Shining Light On Global Animal Care From Feral Cats To Elephants

    Episode 13: Shining Light On Global Animal Care From Feral Cats To Elephants
    Jul 16 2025
    On this episode, Curtis delves into various pressing animal welfare issues. From the historic significance of protecting animals, inspired by figures like Noah and St. Francis of Assisi, to current political efforts, Curtis explores the urgency of animal protection. He discusses his political campaign dedicated to animal rights, including policies for no-kill shelters and harsher penalties for animal abusers. The episode features heartwarming stories such as the rescue of Lucia, the beloved pig from Staten Island, and the international mourning for Cole, the patriarch of the feral cat colony at the Canadian Parliament. Curtis also highlights local and international efforts to protect animals, including new legislation against animal abuse in Nassau and Suffolk Counties and the extraordinary care for elephants in Thailand. The narrative is interspersed with personal anecdotes and broader political shifts showing a growing commitment to animal welfare. This episode underscores the vital connection between humans and animals and calls for continued advocacy and action to protect our furry friends. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    39 mins