In this heartfelt episode of Talking Couch Potatoes, Matt and Mel sit down with pet loss counsellor Grant to explore the emotional journey of saying goodbye to our beloved furry companions. Grant shares personal stories that inspired his counselling career, the cherished memories of his greyhounds, Hope and Stella, and his terriers, Nan and Scruffy.

Listeners will gain valuable insights as Grant offers compassionate advice on navigating the grieving process, honoring the bonds we share with our pets, and finding healing in the midst of loss.

Join us for an episode filled with empathy, support, and understanding as we recognize the deep connections that make our pets so special, and the profound impact of their loss.

Find Grant's counselling service here https://www.thepetlosscounsellor.com/

This episode of "Talking Couch Potatoes" highlights the recent Western Australian government hearings by the Estimates Committee: One hearing for the WA Greyhound Racing Association and Racing and Wagering WA; the other for Free The Hounds to present their case from an economic perspective.

"Chasing the Money Trail: In Pursuit of Government Inquiry" marks a pivotal moment where the government has stopped to listen and question.

Matt and Mel discuss some of the hearing's talking points:

The end of the Greyhound Injury Recovery (GIFR) Scheme, with the heartbreaking and unprecedented increase in greyhound deaths since it closed.

The economics of the WA greyhound racing code being funded and supported by our tax dollars through the WA Government.

AND how the The Free The Hounds 2024 Petition to end greyhound racing in WA addresses these and more concerns! Sign the Petition!

Sign the Petition here (WA residents only) https://bit.ly/endgreyhoundracinginWA

Watch the hearings here https://www.parliament.wa.gov.au/Parliament/commit.nsf/(ProceedingsOnly)/565CF18B75D4E0F04825872F0014B55F?opendocument#Hearings

Revelations Film Festival website here https://www.revelationfilmfest.org/

In this episode of Talking Couch Potatoes, Matt & Mel look into the reality of greyhound welfare in South Australia with our special guest, Elle, the president of the Greyhound Welfare Initiative. Elle shares her personal journey, which began with the adoption of her first greyhound, Maggie, and how it ignited a passion to advocate for these gentle creatures.

Elle paints a vivid picture of the dismal state of greyhound welfare in South Australia, where neglect and mistreatment have shaken the community, including shocking footage capturing blatant cruelty and violence inflicted upon greyhounds. This exposé led to a government inquiry, which uncovered the harsh realities of the industry and issued strong recommendations for reform.

Throughout the episode, Elle passionately emphasizes the urgent need for change and highlights the importance of advocacy to ensure a brighter future for greyhounds in South Australia.

Check out GWI here https://greyhoundwelfareinitiative.com.au/