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Call Her Cat Podcast: Redefining Your Story Are you ready to move past the surface and have an honest conversation about healing? Welcome to the Call Her Cat Podcast, where host Cat York creates a warm, real space for discussions about addiction, recovery, and the path to breaking generational cycles. If you are learning how to choose a new legacy for yourself, you've found a community of people who truly understand. Every week, we gently dive into the messy, complex, and profound truth of healing. We explore generational trauma, personal struggles, and the unexpected joys that emerge when you trade old habits for healthier ones—like a newfound passion for fancy coffee. We are here to hold space, offer genuine connection, and share the truth that recovery is a journey filled with both challenges and deep, fulfilling laughter. This isn't just a podcast about long-term change; it's about courageously redefining your story, one authentic conversation at a time. Settle in, and let's begin the next chapter together. Want to share your story or have a question for Cat? Reach out at: callhercatpodcast@gmail.com If you're feeling generous and want to fuel the chaos (or just fund the caffeine needed for the next episode), you can 'buy me a coffee' at buymeacoffee.com/cat83. Just a quick note: The Call Her Cat Podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only. The content and discussions are not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, treatment, or therapy. Please always consult with a qualified health professional with any questions about your individual health or mental health condition. If you or someone you know is in crisis, please seek immediate professional help.

  1. 20 HR AGO

    From Cult Childhood to Clinical Insight — Peggy Sharr on Trauma & Healing

    TW: This episode discusses sensitive and potentially triggering topics. Listener discretion is advised. In this episode Cat York speaks with Peggy Sharr, a psychotherapist and author who grew up inside a religious cult her mother founded. Peggy recounts life in the “Kingdom,” the fear-based tactics, family control, abuse, and isolation that shaped her childhood, and how she eventually escaped and rebuilt her life. Peggy also discusses how those experiences informed her work, her memoir Surviving the Family Kingdom, and her Burning Mouth Syndrome Survival Guide which grew out of her own experience of developing BMS after the loss of her son by suicide. The conversation covers trauma, addiction’s ripple effects, therapy, and the long, hopeful process of reclaiming identity and resilience. Peggy’s writing is honest, psychologically grounded, and deeply human. She lives in Georgia with her husband and their spoiled cat, Waylon. To learn more about Peggy and to purchase her books please visit www.peggysharr.com If you enjoy the podcast, you can buy me a 'coffee' to show your support—it's always appreciated! https://buymeacoffee.com/cat83 Want to connect? Check out my Linktree for all  social media handles and community links. It’s the best way to follow along. https://linktr.ee/callhercatpodcast As always thank you for listening!

    1h 8m

  2. 6 DAYS AGO

    Sabrina Militello - The Day After Perfect — Rewiring Identity to Reclaim Health

    Host Cat York and guest Sabrina Militello discuss food addiction, recovery, and the identity work required to break destructive patterns. Sabrina shares her lived experience—losing over 100 pounds, recovering from bulimia and food addiction, rebuilding relationships, and becoming a coach—and practical strategies like abstinence, community support, and mindset shifts. With over a decade of experience and 1,900+ hours of 1:1 coaching, Sabrina has worked internationally with women at every stage of success - from entrepreneurs in the fitness and wellness space to executives in the C-suite - helping them move beyond mental blocks and into bold, breakthrough results. This episode highlights how small, consistent choices, self-forgiveness, and ownership can lead to long-term change, and encourages listeners to seek help, reframe old stories, and keep going even after setbacks.   Please Check Out Sabrina Here: http://www.sabrinamilitello.com   You Can Find Me Here https://linktr.ee/callhercatpodcast   To Help keep me caffeinated:  https://buymeacoffee.com/cat83

    1h 1m

  3. 2 MAR

    Stuart L. Morris - The Neurodivergent Threshold: What Comes After Hello

    Stuart L. Morris is a bestselling author, serial entrepreneur, and master celebrant whose work sits at the intersection of entrepreneurial thinking and sacred ceremony. He is the author of the Amazon #1 Bestseller, Choose Now: The Expert Guide to Elite Entrepreneurial Living, and has spent decades teaching at institutions like Henley Business School, helping people design lives of autonomy and purpose. As the Founder and Chairman of the International College of Professional Celebrants (ICPC), Stuart has trained thousands of officiants to hold space for life’s biggest thresholds. His unique synthesis of human spirituality, neuroscience, and ritual is designed to help individuals and organizations cross the big thresholds of life—from birth and marriage to redundancy and death—on purpose rather than on autopilot. His latest book, Hello. I Love You. Goodbye: Reclaiming the Ancient Rites of Passage for a Life Lived Well, is set for publication at Easter 2026. A neurodivergent thinker, retired Magistrate, and Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts, Stuart lives in the Yorkshire Dales, where he hosts retreats at High Trenhouse, walks his English Cream Golden Retriever, and flies his restored 1961 V-tail Bonanza https://choosenowbook.com If you're feeling generous and want to fuel the chaos (or just fund the caffeine needed for the next episode), you can 'buy me a coffee' at buymeacoffee.com/cat83. The Call Her Cat Podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only. The content and discussions are not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, treatment, or therapy. Please always consult with a qualified health professional with any questions about your individual health or mental health condition. If you or someone you know is in crisis, please seek immediate professional help.

    1h 12m

  4. 24 FEB

    G. Scott Graham - Come as You Are - A conversation about Grief

    Today marks the 20th anniversary of the passing of my brother David and I dedicate this episode to him for the lasting impact he had on my life and so many lives. I love You. I miss You and I can think of no better way to honor you by shining a light on and exploring  grief through the books and personal journey of G. Scott Graham.   G. Scott Graham is an author  (of 30 books and counting), a career coach , a business coach , and a psychedelic support coach  located in Boston, Massachusetts. When he is not coaching people to be their very best, Scott manages a non-profit farm animal rescue. Scott participates in Tough Mudders, teaches Sun 73 Tai Chi, stand-up paddleboards with his dogs Groot and Rocket, and goes camping at State Parks throughout New England as much as possible. His daily spiritual practice focuses on anāpānasati,(ah-nah-pah-nah-SAH-tee) vipassanā (vee-PAH-suh-nuh), and mettā-bhāvanā meditation (MET-tah BHAH-vah-nah) meditation . Scott believes service is vital to a life well-lived: he volunteers as an EMT Instructor, as a Firefighter, and as a Master Gardener in his community. In his “free time,” he writes books. https://gscottgraham.com Carrying on the Vision: Willoughby Rescue - Willoughby rescue was started by Scott and his late husband, Brian. Willoughby Rescue which is a 501c3 that provides care, comfort, and compassion to abandoned, neglected, abused, and orphaned farm animals. Our volunteers work to steward, preserve and support these farm animals by providing a humane living environment and adopting these animals into homes where they can prosper and grow old. To learn more about Wiloughby Rescue, to donate, visit or volunteer please visit them at. https://www.willoughbyrescue.org   “If there’s one thing I want to say to the person who finds this book in their own version of year one, or year three, or year twelve, it’s this: You don’t have to be finished to be okay. You don’t have to understand everything to keep going. You don’t have to let go of the past to embrace what’s here. You just have to keep coming as you are. Again. And again. And again. That’s the whole thing. That’s the whole path. And for today — just today — that’s enough.” — G. Scott Graham, Come As You Are: Five Years Later

    1h 4m

  5. 21 FEB

    David Bennett - Hooked On HeartBreak - Your brains role in addiction

    David Bennett is a hypnotherapist, author, and speaker. He has multiple degrees from Ohio University and Emory University, and spent 6 years working in the addiction field, and continues to do consulting in the field. With his identical twin brother, he has co-written 9 books on relationships, manifestation, affirmations, and weight loss. His TikTok accounts, focusing on self-development, have over 130k followers and millions of likes. He spends his time with his girlfriend and daughter, and enjoys coffee, running outside, singing karaoke, and trivia.  Connect with David : TikTok one: https://tiktok.com/@dtbennett TikTok two: https://tiktok.com/@hypnosisbraintraining YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@nlphypnotherapist   If you enjoyed this episode a coffee is always appreciated https://buymeacoffee.com/cat83   *This podcast is not intended to replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition*

    1 hr

  6. 18 FEB

    Diana Palmisano - From Black Market Baby to Badass Momma

    Diana Palmisano is a storyteller, mother of three, and adoption advocate known for her raw, thought-provoking conversations about identity, generational healing, and what it means to break cycles. As an adoptee with a highly complex origin story, Diana uses her voice to challenge common narratives around adoption while creating space for nuance, truth, and emotional honesty. Through her rapidly growing TikTok platform, she has built a deeply engaged community drawn to her fearless storytelling and grounded perspective on motherhood, resilience, and self-awareness. Diana is currently developing a memoir centered on her extraordinary life journey and is passionate about expanding the conversation around family, belonging, and personal transformation. Follow her on TikTok: @blackmarketbaby *The information in this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose or treat any mental health condition. It should not be taken as medical or professional advice. If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, please contact a professional, such as the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline* If you like my podcast and would like to support my creative it, a coffee is always appreciated  https://buymeacoffee.com/cat83

    45 min

  7. 17 FEB

    Mark Blacknell - Stare at the Damn Wall

    Mark Blacknell is the author of Just Stare at the Damn Wall! (Simplify Your Mind) and founder of StareattheWall.org A former U.S. Marine and working-class kid from Philadelphia, Mark’s path has been shaped by resilience, service, and a long search for simplicity. After reaching a personal turning point, he discovered the stabilizing power of stillness and the clarity that can arise from simply sitting down and paying attention. Over more than three decades of meditation practice, he has developed a grounded, accessible approach marked by humor, honesty, and plainspoken insight. Through donation-based talks and meditation sessions with seniors, inmates, treatment programs, and community groups, Mark shares a message rooted in direct experience: peace is not found by escaping life, but by meeting it fully, one breath and one moment at a time.   Follow Mark on TikTok - @stareatthewallwithmark

    51 min

  8. 13 FEB

    Brian Townsend - A retired DEA Special Agent shines a light on the dark side of fentanyl.

    Brian Townsend is a retired Supervisory Special Agent/Resident Agent in Charge with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA). Brian proudly served in law enforcement for 28 years; 5 years as a police officer in Joplin, Missouri, and 23 years with the DEA where he held a variety of assignments with increasing responsibility. Within the DEA, Brian served in three different formal leadership roles, managing diverse teams, complex programs, and critical resources. In these capacities, he led large-scale enforcement operations to dismantle drug trafficking organizations and enhance community safety. In addition to serving in enforcement operations, Brian was assigned at the DEA Training Academy in Quantico, Virginia. There, Brian managed DEA’s specialized training unit and developed the leadership and development training unit. The leadership and development training unit still serves as the primary resource for leadership development throughout DEA and its extensive workforce of over 10,000 personnel. Currently, Brian serves as a Law Enforcement Training Coordinator for the Mid-States Organized Crime Information Center (MOCIC), a Regional Information Sharing System (RISS) Center supporting law enforcement in nine states (Kansas, Illinois, Iowa, Missouri, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Wisconsin). He is also the founder and principal of Eagle 6 Training, providing speaking, training, and consulting services to organizations worldwide. Most recently, Brian launched Only 2mg Inc. 501(c)(3), where he leverages his extensive experience and knowledge in the field of opioids. Brian is regularly invited to speak to audiences throughout the United States about fentanyl, focusing on raising awareness and fostering a deeper understanding of the opioid epidemic and illicit fentanyl crisis. His insights shed light on the evolving drug landscape and its devastating impact. Additionally, Brian serves on the Board of Directors for the Drug Enforcement Association of Federal Narcotics Agents (DEAFNA), continuing his commitment to supporting law enforcement professionals and the mission of combating drug-related crimes. https://only2mg.com https://www.eagle6training.com

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Call Her Cat Podcast: Redefining Your Story Are you ready to move past the surface and have an honest conversation about healing? Welcome to the Call Her Cat Podcast, where host Cat York creates a warm, real space for discussions about addiction, recovery, and the path to breaking generational cycles. If you are learning how to choose a new legacy for yourself, you've found a community of people who truly understand. Every week, we gently dive into the messy, complex, and profound truth of healing. We explore generational trauma, personal struggles, and the unexpected joys that emerge when you trade old habits for healthier ones—like a newfound passion for fancy coffee. We are here to hold space, offer genuine connection, and share the truth that recovery is a journey filled with both challenges and deep, fulfilling laughter. This isn't just a podcast about long-term change; it's about courageously redefining your story, one authentic conversation at a time. Settle in, and let's begin the next chapter together. Want to share your story or have a question for Cat? Reach out at: callhercatpodcast@gmail.com If you're feeling generous and want to fuel the chaos (or just fund the caffeine needed for the next episode), you can 'buy me a coffee' at buymeacoffee.com/cat83. Just a quick note: The Call Her Cat Podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only. The content and discussions are not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, treatment, or therapy. Please always consult with a qualified health professional with any questions about your individual health or mental health condition. If you or someone you know is in crisis, please seek immediate professional help.

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  • Creator
    Catherine York
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    18
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2025 All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    Call Her Cat