Kinship - A Luchi & Mutton's Podcast

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Kinship is a grounded, relational podcast exploring attachment-rooted approaches to canine behaviour. Through personal reflections and gentle inquiry, I invite you to decondition from toxic dog training culture, corporate capitalism, and patriarchal systems, reclaiming softness, attunement, and relational integrity with our dogs—and ourselves. Inspired by free-living dogs and interspecies kinship, this is a space for those who want to walk the path of connection over control.

  1. JAN 15

    EP15: The ONE skill every dog mom should know but doesn't

    We talk a lot about training, behavior, and “doing it right” with our dogs - but almost never about what happens after things go wrong. In this episode, we explore relational repair: what it is, why it matters, and how it builds deep emotional safety between dog moms and their dogs. This conversation gently disrupts perfection-based dog culture and offers a more humane, nervous-system-aware approach to connection. If you’ve ever felt guilt, frustration, or shame after a hard moment with your dog - this episode is for you. In this episode, we cover: - what relational repair actually means in dog-human relationships - why repair matters more than getting it "right" all the time - every day examples of repair + non-examples - why repair can feel inaccessible - how dogs experience rupture, safety and reconnection - the link between repair, trust & emotional resilience in dogs Who this episode is for: - dog moms who feel pressure to "get it right" all the time - dog moms of sensitive, reactive or complex dogs - anyone curious about nervous system aware dog parenting - humans learning to unlearn control based relationship models Gentle Reminder: If repair feels hard or unfamiliar, you’re not broken. Many of us were never taught how repair works - this episode is an invitation to learn together, with compassion.

    21 min

  2. JAN 3

    EP14: Why dog moms "hop on, hop off" training approaches

    Why Dog Moms “Hop On, Hop Off” Training Approaches Many dog moms - especially those living with complex, sensitive, or reactive dogs - find themselves cycling through training approaches. One method gives hope, another promises clarity, and another claims to be the answer. When none of them quite land, it’s easy to assume something is wrong. But what if that pattern isn’t failure? In this episode, we explore the unspoken truth behind why dog moms “hop on” and “hop off” training methods - and what it actually reveals about intuition, nervous systems, and the relational field between dog and human. We talk about: Why complex dogs don’t respond well to surface-level or behaviour-only solutionsHow dogs read nervous system states, not just cues or techniquesThe hidden cost of relying solely on external authority while ignoring instinctWhat the “relational field” is and why it matters more than any single methodHow intuition is embodied data—not guessing or emotionThe shift from fixing behaviour to co-regulating safetyThis conversation is for dog moms who feel deeply, notice everything, and sense there’s more happening beneath the behaviour - yet haven’t always trusted that knowing. If you’ve ever thought, “Why does nothing seem to fully work for my dog?” This episode offers a different lens - and permission to stop searching for the perfect method and start listening to the relationship itself. And if you are ready to make that shift, I welcome you inside my new 6-week group container, RESONANCE ✨  Resonance is a 6-week guided container with weekly audio teachings, weekly micro-practices, and live relational support - designed to help your nervous system shift out of vigilance and into felt safety so that you can:  𓂀 Pause before stepping in when your dog hesitates, pulls back, or ignores you, instead of immediately redirecting or distracting 𓂀 Stop constantly scanning for triggers - other dogs, sudden sounds, dropped food, visitors arriving - and trust how your dog will respond 𓂀  Create space for your dog to sniff the floor when guests come in, hesitate before greeting someone, or take their time approaching something unfamiliar, without being rushed 𓂀 Stop bracing for the next issue, and caring for your dog feels lighter, calmer, and more connected Step inside at an early bird pricing that gives you immediate access to the container + 1 BONUS Audio Teaching to get started on your journey: https://www.luchiandmuttons.com/resonance

    31 min

  3. 12/21/2025

    Untamed Moment # 11: Empathy Without Erasure In Marriage

    Do you ever feel like your empathy is costing you your energy in marriage? In this episode, we explore why women who’ve done the work- emotionally, relationally, and socially—- often slip into overgiving when they feel bad for their partners. We unpack how empathy can quietly turn into self-erasure, why this pattern is so common, and how it leads to resentment and disconnection. You’ll hear relatable marriage scenarios, a powerful reframe on emotional labour, and an unexpected lesson from dogs on how to stay present without abandoning yourself. If you’re a married dog mom longing for more aliveness, clarity, and empowerment in your relationship, this episode will speak to you. Plus, learn about Untamed, my group coaching container for dog moms ready to reclaim their voice and energy - guided by their dogs. Know more about Untamed here

    51 min

  4. 12/19/2025

    EP12: 5 Things Your Nervous System Needs When Meeting New Dogs

    Meeting new dogs doesn’t have to mean pushing past discomfort, rushing greetings, or aiming for “good behavior.” When we center nervous system safety, dog introductions can become calmer, clearer, and more respectful - for everyone involved. In this episode, I share 5 nervous system truths that support safer dog-to-dog interactions, including: Recognising calming signalsChecking in with your own nervous systemUnderstanding how your dog typically interactsChoosing environments that support regulationReframing “good” interactions into safe onesThis episode is for dog moms who want to move away from social pressure of "getting it right" and toward regulation, consent, and connection. Link to the FREE Canine Communication course: Check it out here Want deeper support? Attune is my 1:1 relational and somatic coaching program for dog moms who want to feel regulated, confident, and deeply attuned—with their dogs and themselves.Only 3 spots available through January 2026.

    50 min

  5. 12/16/2025

    EP11: Why You Can’t Learn Co-Regulation on Instagram

    You can understand co-regulation. You can follow all the right accounts. You can know exactly what’s happening in your dog’s nervous system. And still feel stuck. In this episode, we explore why co-regulation can’t be learned through scrolling - and why so many thoughtful, deeply caring dog moms find themselves trying harder without feeling any real shift in their relationship with their dog. This conversation is for you if you: understand co-regulation intellectually but struggle to embody it feel pressure to “be regulated” for your dog notice yourself monitoring, managing, or bracing in hard moments want a more grounded, attuned relationship — without self-abandonment This isn’t an episode about doing co-regulation right - it’s an invitation to stop performing safety and start inhabiting it. Work With Me Inside Attune Attune is my 1:1 relational and somatic coaching program for dog moms who want to move out of theory and into lived, embodied co-regulation. This work is: relational, not prescriptive somatic, not performative slow, practical, and deeply attuned Inside Attune, we build the capacity to stay embodied, responsive, and connected with your dog, especially in the moments that feel hardest. If this episode resonated in your body, you can apply for Attune via the link below. Apply for Attune: https://www.luchiandmuttons.com/attune-coaching

    21 min

  6. 12/12/2025

    EP09: The Wild Nervous System - Why You Feel So Alive Around Your Dogs

    In this episode, I explore the profound connection between humans and animals, and why being around dogs can awaken a deeper sense of aliveness for us dog moms. We dive into how women, in particular, have often been conditioned to suppress their nervous systems, limiting their capacity to fully experience life, connection, and joy. Through insights and practical guidance, we uncover how returning to “wildness” with the support of dogs can help regulate the nervous system, restore vitality, and transform the way you show up in life and relationships. This is an invitation to reconnect with your body, your instincts, and the untamed energy that makes you feel truly alive 💜

    13 min

  7. 12/12/2025

    EP10: Intuitive Boundaries - Creating Space Without Losing Love

    How do we hold space for ourselves without shutting out the people, and dogs, we love? In this episode, we dive deep into the ways our Empowered Guardian Archetypes™ - the Companion, the Steward, the Reclaimer, and the Protector - shape how we set boundaries, navigate love, and honour our energy. We explore the patterns that show up in everyday life: from the way your dog senses your tension and leans in for comfort, to the ways you co-regulate energy with your partner, friends, or family. You’ll hear relatable, sometimes humorous examples that will make you think, “Oh my god, that’s me!” while also uncovering the deeper emotional lessons about love, safety, and consequence that influence the way you connect. This episode is not about “rules” or “shoulds.” It’s about seeing your own instincts, owning your relational patterns, and learning to hold boundaries from a place of love, attunement, and self-respect. You’ll leave with a gentle, empowering understanding for creating space in your relationships without shrinking, over giving, or losing your wild, intuitive power. Whether you’re snuggled on the couch with your dog, sitting across from your partner, or reflecting on the people who matter most, this episode invites you to explore how your archetype shapes your heart, your boundaries, and your connection to the world around you. Don't know your Empowered Guardian Archetype™? Take the FREE quiz here!

    22 min

  8. 11/20/2025

    EP08: Your dog already knows what's possible for you

    There is a shift happening - quiet, almost imperceptible, beneath the surface of everyday life. Women everywhere are waking to the truth that their relationships no longer hold the fullness of who they are becoming. In this episode, we explore how our dogs often become the first relationship to show us what’s truly possible: connection that doesn’t rely on performance, compliance, or shrinking. Through presence, honesty, and raw authenticity, they reveal a new standard of relational possibility - one that can transform marriage, partnership, and all human connection. Join me as we journey into this new dawn of partnership, uncover the conditioning women have carried for generations, and discover how to step fully into authenticity, expansion, and the relational life you were meant to live. Step inside my new coaching program, Untamed, for women who are longing to co-create their marriage to meet the empowered woman they're becoming - with guidance from their dogs ♥️ Doors open at the most resourced investment this will ever be. Limited spots. Only till November 28, 2025.

    28 min
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Kinship is a grounded, relational podcast exploring attachment-rooted approaches to canine behaviour. Through personal reflections and gentle inquiry, I invite you to decondition from toxic dog training culture, corporate capitalism, and patriarchal systems, reclaiming softness, attunement, and relational integrity with our dogs—and ourselves. Inspired by free-living dogs and interspecies kinship, this is a space for those who want to walk the path of connection over control.

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