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Curtis & Nancy Sliwa's Animal Welfare Hour

Curtis & Nancy Sliwa's Animal Welfare Hour

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 The Guardian Angels Animal Protection program is moving ahead, full speed. Started by Nancy Sliwa, a cat colony caretaker for over 10 years in Sunset Park, Brooklyn, this program was started to help some of the most vulnerable and voiceless members of our society – animals. Study after study has shown that those who abuse animals are more likely to abuse people. So one of the earliest ways to combat the rise of crime in society against people is to stop abuse against animals.Red Apple Media
Episodes
  • Episode 10: Why Animal Advocacy Is Gaining Bipartisan Momentum

    Episode 10: Why Animal Advocacy Is Gaining Bipartisan Momentum
    Jun 18 2025
    Curtis Sliwa delves into various issues and initiatives related to animal welfare. Curtis discusses the importance of sharing the podcast globally and highlights his campaign milestones, such as establishing the Protect Animals independent line for mayoral elections to promote no-kill shelters in New York City. He elaborates on cruelty practices like euthanizing animals in shelters and promotes rescuing abandoned pets. Curtis also touches on recent political efforts that show growing bipartisan support for animal welfare including measures taken by politicians like Governor Ron DeSantis and Keith Powers. Additionally, he addresses unusual topics such as the medicinal benefits of llamas' blood in COVID-19 research, interactions between sharks and humans due to climate change, and a miraculous incident involving an alligator in Florida. Curtis ends on a light note discussing the love-hate relationship New Yorkers have with street pigeons and the upcoming pigeon impersonation pageant. The episode underlines Curtis’s belief in the interconnectedness of animal and human welfare, inspired by Mahatma Gandhi's words. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    43 mins
  • Episode 9: A New Era of Animal Protection in Politics

    Episode 9: A New Era of Animal Protection in Politics
    Jun 11 2025
    On this episode, Curtis Sliwa delves into the extensive history of presidential pet policies, highlighting the surprising pro-animal measures taken by the Trump administration. Sliwa discusses Donald Trump's actions to halt federally funded animal experiments, including ending Harvard University's controversial research on baby monkeys and combating NIH-funded torture of beagles under Dr. Fauci. He also praises recent animal welfare legislation by Republican leaders, such as Governor DeSantis' Trooper's Law in Florida, which imposes harsh penalties for abandoning pets during hurricanes, and Dexter's Law to protect shelter dogs from abuse. Additionally, Sliwa shares personal anecdotes on his advocacy and the newfound momentum for animal welfare issues among Republicans, urging listeners to support his Protect Animals independent line. The episode reflects on the broader positive shifts in animal welfare policies at federal and regional levels and calls for continued collective action. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    47 mins
  • Episode 8: Why NYC Horse Carriages Must Go

    Episode 8: Why NYC Horse Carriages Must Go
    Jun 4 2025
    Curtis and Nancy Sliwa, discuss various issues surrounding animal rights. They begin with a passionate recounting of a recent protest against horse-drawn carriages in Central Park, detailing several incidents where untethered horses ran loose, highlighting the industry's dangers. The conversation also touches on the legislative efforts to ban horse carriages and the misleading role of the union representing the drivers. Curtis shares his theory on drivers using shocker devices on horses to make them appear lively to tourists. They shift focus to other animal welfare topics, including the campaign for no-kill shelters, reducing pet care costs, and stricter prosecution for animal abuse. The episode also lauds significant developments like the Trump administration's ban on animal testing in the U.S. Navy and NIH's ceasing use of beagles for experiments. They wrap up by previewing an award-winning documentary on cats and discussing the harmful practice of declawing cats. Curtis emphasizes the importance of spreading awareness and encourages listeners to support his mayoral campaign, which prioritizes animal welfare. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    52 mins
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