Animal Talk with Trisha McCagh

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Welcome to Animal Talk with Trisha McCagh, the podcast that gives animals a voice. Join internationally renowned animal communicator Trisha McCagh as she helps humans understand animals on a profound emotional and energetic level. In each episode, Trisha dives into the extraordinary world of animal communication, exploring the unseen connections that bind us with the creatures we share our planet with. We feature expert guests—from wildlife carers and veterinarians to animal trainers, behaviour specialists, —each bringing their own unique experiences and perspectives. Stay informed with the latest animal news from around the world, including emerging welfare issues, conservation updates, and remarkable animal stories that will inspire and enlighten. Whether you're an animal lover, a pet parent, or simply curious about the deeper intelligence of the animal kingdom, this podcast is your gateway to understanding animals on a whole new level. Tune in, open your heart, and start listening—because every animal has something to say.

Episodes

  1. 9H AGO

    The Shamanic Path of Soul, Nature & Animal Allies

    Send a text 🐾 Episode Summary What if shamanism isn’t something you become — but something you remember? In this deeply moving Part 1 conversation of Animal Talk, Trisha McCagh is joined by Oscar Miro Quesada, renowned ceremonialist, teacher, and founder of the Pachacuti Mesa Tradition, to explore the true heart of shamanic practice beyond modern spiritual labels. Together, Trisha and Oscar explore shamanism as a relational way of living — one that recognises animals, plants, mountains, rivers, and stars as conscious relations, not resources.  This episode is a powerful opening to a two-part journey that weaves together animal wisdom, soul consciousness, nature-based spirituality, and the remembrance of ancient relationships that humanity has largely forgotten.  ✨What You’ll Learn in This Episode What shamanism truly means — and what it is notShamanism as a path of service, sacrifice, humility, and devotionThe meaning of “All Our Relations” — animals, plants, mountains, rivers, and starsMental vs environmental “contamination” in the modern worldWhy silence, listening, and humility are essential spiritual practicesMunay (love) as the true force behind healing and communicationThe sacred role of animals as teachers, healers, and emissaries for humanityWhy animals serve the whole — and what humanity has forgotten🐶 Key Takeaways Animals are conscious beings carrying wisdom humanity urgently needsSeparation from nature is an illusion created by modern thinkingTrue wisdom arises through humility, listening, and reverence for life🔊 Memorable Quotes / Soundbites “Shamanism is not a title — it’s a responsibility.” “Animals are not here for us. They are here with us.” “Love is the intelligence behind all healing.” “We are not separate from nature — we are nature remembering itself.” ⏱️ Chapters / Timestamp Guide 00:00 Introduction to Oscar Miro Quesada 10:35 Understanding Shamanism as a Labour of Love 20:26 Apprenticeship, Training & Revelation 30:36 Bridging Ancient Wisdom with Modern Life 36:55 The Role of Animals in Shamanic Practice 👤 About the Guest Oscar Miro Quesada is a globally respected ceremonialist, educator, and founder of the Pachacuti Mesa Tradition, a lineage-rooted shamanic path drawing from Indigenous Peruvian wisdom.  https://heartofthehealer.org/about-don-oscar-miro-quesada/ 🔮 Coming Up in Part 2  The conversation deepens as Oscar and Trisha explore: How animals choose usPower animal embodiment and lived animal medicineAn unforgettable and mysterious encounter with a vampire bat 🦇This next episode is profound, surprising, and not to be missed. PLUS  - Animal News - What happens when the ocean’s most intelligent hunters turn a dead salmon into a fashion statement? In this fascinating and playful episode of Animal Talk, Trisha and Dana dive deep into the curious global phenomenon of orcas being spotted swimming with dead salmon balanced on their heads — often referred to as “salmon hats.” All from the Orca’s perspective. 🎧 Listen, Share & Stay Connected If this episode resonated with you, follow Animal Talk with Trisha McCagh, share it with kindred spirits, and continue this journey of remembrance with us.  🐾🌐⁠www.animaltalk.com.au⁠ #AnimalTalkPodcast #Shamanism #AnimalWisdom #AllOurRelations #PachacutiMesa #NatureConnection #IndigenousWisdom #HeartCenteredHealing #ConsciousLiving #AnimalCom Support the show

    52 min
  2. FEB 10

    Holistic Pet Care: Looking Beyond Symptoms

    Send a text 🐾 Episode Summary In Part 2 of this profound conversation, Trisha McCagh is joined once again by renowned holistic veterinarian Dr. Jeff Grognet to explore a moment that forever changed his understanding of animal care. Dr. Jeff shares a deeply moving experience with a dog whose message came through with unmistakable clarity — an encounter rooted in animal communication that challenged his clinical logic and reshaped how he viewed the treatment. Together, Trisha and Dr. Jeff discuss the role of intuition, emotional awareness, and communication in veterinary medicine, and why animals deserve to have their voices honoured in decisions that affect their lives. The conversation also expands into Dr. Jeff’s passion project, the New Earth Vet Education Centre, an online platform empowering pet guardians and animal professionals with holistic, preventative, and informed care options. This episode is a call to rethink not just how we treat animals — but how deeply we listen to them. ✨ In This Episode, You’ll Discover: Dr. Jeff’s extraordinary animal communication experience that altered a treatment outcomeHow listening to animals can transform end-of-life decisionsWhy emotional connection matters just as much as diagnosticsThe deeper philosophy behind holistic veterinary medicineHow New Earth Vet empowers pet guardians and professionalsWhy informed clients are essential to the future of animal healthcareThe growing — and often challenged — global landscape of holistic veterinary care 🎧 Sound Bites “I want people to have options.” ⏱️ Chapters 00:00 Understanding Pet Diets and Health 05:00 The Role of Animal Communication 05:58 Holistic Veterinary Education and Why It Matters 14:51 Challenges in Holistic Veterinary Practice 21:22 The Future of Veterinary Medicine 🌿 About the Guest Dr. Jeff Grognet is one of Canada’s most respected holistic veterinarians, educators, and founder of the New Earth Vet Education Centre. With decades of experience in both conventional and holistic practice, Dr. Jeff is dedicated to prevention, nutrition, informed consent, and empowering people to actively participate in their animals’ wellbeing. 🔗 Links & Resources Learn more about Dr. Jeff Grognet and his courses: 👉 newearthvet.com Connect with Trisha McCagh: Instagram: @TrishaMcCagh Website: www.trishamccagh.com 🎧 Listen & Continue the Journey If you haven’t yet listened to Part 1, start there for essential insights into vaccines, immune health, and nutrition. As always, thank you for tuning in to Animal Talk. Remember — every animal has a voice, and every voice deserves to be heard. 🐾 #HolisticPetCare  #HolisticVeterinaryMedicine  #AnimalCommunication  #ListeningToAnimals #AnimalTalkWithTrishaMcCagh  #AnimalTalkPodcast  #ConsciousPetCare  #PetWellnessPodcast #steveirwin #davidattenborough Support the show

    46 min
  3. FEB 4

    Awakening To The Wisdom Of The Plant Kingdom

    Send a text 🎙️Animal Talk with Trisha McCagh 🌳 Episode Summary Welcome to Part Two of this inspiring conversation on Animal Talk with Trisha McCagh, where animal communicator Trisha McCagh continues her journey with Alison Jarred into the living intelligence of plants, trees, and the natural world. In this episode, we explore the remarkable world of plant music, tree consciousness, and plant communication, discovering how plants express emotion, awareness, and sentience through sound. Trisha shares her own experiences creating music with her peace lily Arielle and her orchids, while Alison explains how different plants — from indoor companions to ancient trees — each carry their own rhythm, voice, and energetic signature. 🌿 Why This Episode Matters This conversation is for anyone who senses that trees are teachers, plants are conscious beings, and humanity’s future depends on reconnecting with nature as a living intelligence — not a resource. 🎧 Sound Bites “Trees have a collective wisdom.”“Plants are beings just like us.”🌱 What You’ll Learn in This Episode How indoor plants and ancient trees create unique musical expressionsHow plants respond to different music, intention, and human interactionWhy gratitude and relationship are essential in human–plant communication🌳 Key Takeaways. Ancient trees carry vital wisdom for the future of the planet.Gratitude strengthens the bond between humans and plants.Humanity’s future depends on unity with nature’s consciousness.⏱️ Episode Chapters 00:00 – Creating a Symphony with Nature01:26 – The Unique Sounds of Trees04:14 – The Human–Plant Connection05:25 – How Plant Music Devices Work08:06 – Music’s Impact on Plant Expression13:23 – Building Relationships with Plants15:03 – Educating the Next Generation Through Nature19:16 – Why Connection to Nature Matters25:50 – Living in a Conscious Universe🌿 Resources & Links Mentioned Damanhur Australia – workshops, plant consciousness programs & community eventsMusic of the Plants – devices, concerts & recordings🌳 Special Thanks With gratitude to Cassandra and Violet, Alison’s plants, for their beautiful music and presence — and to Alison Jarred for guiding us to listen more deeply to the wisdom of nature. https://damanhuraustralia.org/ Music of the plants devices https://damanhuraustralia.org/product-category/music-of-the-plants/ Plus Animal News! - Oscar the Cat: A Furry Guardian of Life Transitions In this heartwarming episode, Trisha McCagh and Dana Saidi explore the incredible story of Oscar the Cat, a famous therapy cat known for his extraordinary ability to sense when residents in a dementia care facility are near the end of their lives.  “Oscar thinks that nobody should ever be alone in their final moments. He merges with their energy to provide warmth, love, and comfort—a truly selfless act that touches the heart.” ✨ If this episode resonated, please follow and subscribe, share it with a fellow nature lover, or leave a review to help others discover the intelligence of the living Earth. 🌿 Final Reflection Remember, we are part of a living universe — one that breathes with us, learns with us, and speaks through nature, energy, and connection.  Listen to the whispers of the trees — they are the language of the soul. 🔍 Keywords / Hashtags plant music, consciousness, nature, spiritual community, Damanhur, hum Support the show

    38 min
  4. JAN 27

    Rethinking Pet Health

    Send a text Hear what animals truly think and feel, and learn how to care for them with empathy, respect, and compassion.  Pet Health: Prevention, Nutrition & the Holistic Vet Approach with Dr. Jeff Grognet (Part 1)  Understanding the Differences: Holistic vs. Conventional Vets   🔑 Episode Keywords  preventative pet care, holistic vet, conventional vs holistic vets, pet nutrition, gut health for pets, chronic pet illness, inflammatory bowel disease in pets, vaccine protocols, 🐾 Episode Summary What if everything you thought you knew about your pet’s health needed a rethink? In this eye-opening episode of Animal Talk, Trisha McCagh sits down with Dr. Jeff Grognet, a leading holistic veterinarian from Canada and pioneer in preventative pet care.  Dr. Jeff shares his journey from conventional veterinary medicine to holistic practices, and why a prevention-focused, whole-animal approach can improve both the lifespan and health span of our beloved pets. From vaccine protocols to ultra-processed pet foods, this conversation offers practical, empowering insights for pet guardians who want to move beyond symptom management and support long-term animal wellness.  ✨ What You’ll Learn in This Episode - -What holistic veterinary medicine really means and how it differs from conventional care  -Why prevention matters more than treatment for animal health -Understanding the difference between lifespan and health span in pets  -The role of nutrition in animal health  -The hidden issues with kibble and ultra-processed pet foods  -How diet contributes to chronic conditions like skin issues, ear infections, and joint problems  -Practical tips to transition pets to species-appropriate, minimally processed diets  🐶 Key Takeaways  *Chronic symptoms are signals, not problems to suppress  *Many common pet health issues start in the gut  *Species-appropriate diets support healing and resilience  *Holistic care complements conventional medicine  *Empowered pet guardians can dramatically improve animal outcomes  ⏱️ Chapters / Timestamp Guide  00:00 Introduction to Holistic Veterinary Medicine  03:09 The Shift from Conventional to Holistic Practices  06:12 Understanding Vaccination and Titre Testing  08:52 The Importance of Nutrition in Animal Health  13:56 Addressing Inflammatory Bowel Disease in Pets  31:30 Understanding Pet Diets and Health  👤 About the Guest  Dr. Jeff 's compassionate, evidence-informed approach continues to transform the way veterinarians and pet guardians think about animal health worldwide. www.newearthvet.com  PLUS - Animal News - Are our pets in captivity? “Should domestic animals live with humans—or do they long for freedom? 🐾 Trisha McCagh and Dana Saidi explore pets’ and domestic animals’ needs, feelings, and perspectives. In our  🔮 Coming Up in Part 2  Dr. Jeff shares a remarkable story of a dog that communicated in a way that completely reshaped his approach to healing and treatment. This experience is unforgettable and full of insights into holistic care.  ✨ Don’t miss Part 2 of this transformative conversation.  🎧 Listen, Share & Stay Connected If this episode resonated with you, follow Animal Talk, share it with fellow pet lovers, and tune in next time. Hear what animals truly think and feel, and learn how to care for them with empathy, respect, and compassion. 🐾  www.animaltalk.com.au  #AnimalTalkPodcast #HolisticVet #AnimalHealth #PetNutrition #AnimalLovers #AnimalCommunication #AnimalWelfare #steveirwin #davidattenborough Support the show

    57 min
  5. JAN 21

    The Magic of Plant Consciousness

    Send a text An immersive journey into plant intelligence, sacred communities, and the music of the living Earth. In this episode of Animal Talk with Trisha McCagh, animal communicator Trisha McCagh is joined by Alison Jarred for a deeply immersive conversation exploring plant consciousness, plant intelligence, and communication with the living Earth. Alison is a guide and ambassador for the spiritual community of Damanhur, a remarkable living temple of consciousness nestled in the Italian Alps.  Together, Trisha and Alison explore ancient wisdom, sacred geometry, energy lines, conscious community, and the profound relationships between humans, animals, plants, nature, and unseen worlds. From welcome trees and collective consciousness, to subterranean temples etched with galactic languages, to plants that quite literally sing — this episode is an invitation to slow down, listen deeply, and remember the magic that lives within the natural world. This conversation speaks to anyone who feels that plants, trees, and nature are conscious beings, communicating with us in subtle yet powerful ways. If you’ve ever sensed that nature is alive, responsive, and guiding us — this episode offers language, insight, and inspiration to deepen that connection.  🎧 Sound Bites “We can create a symphony with plants.” 🌿 Key Takeaways Trees work collectively as part of a family system.Plants possess awareness and respond to human emotion.The music of plants allows us to hear their sentience.Rituals help humans align with the rhythms of the Earth and Sun.The Bamboo M device translates plant signals into sound.Nature is constantly communicating — we must learn how to listen.⏱️ Episode Timeline 00:00 – Welcome and Introduction to Damanhur03:32 – Exploring the Temples of Damanhur06:47 – Personal Experiences at Damanhur09:47 – The Concept of Consciousness in Plants12:43 – The Music of Plants and Its Significance15:38 – Building Conscious Communities Globally18:46 – Rituals and Their Importance in Damanhur21:51 – Plant Consciousness and Communication24:40 – The Bamboo M Device Explained32:56 – The Musicality of Plants34:58 – Living in a Conscious Universe35:30 – Teaser for Part Two: Plant Music & Consciousness🌿 About the Guest Alison Jarred is a guide and ambassador for the spiritual community of Damanhur, devoted to exploring consciousness, sacred geometry, energy, and humanity’s evolving relationship with nature, plants, and the living Earth. www.damanhuraustralia.org    www.musicoftheplants.com Plus - Animal News - Zoomies, FRAPs & Poophoria:  What Animals Are Really Saying🐾  Why do cats suddenly tear through the house at top speed after using the litter tray? Are zoomies a sign of stress, sickness… or something else entirely? In this light‑hearted and eye‑opening episode, Trisha McCagh and Dana Saidi dive into the mysterious world of animal zoomies — from cats to dogs and beyond.  They explore popular expert theories (FRAPs, predator avoidance, dirty litter boxes) and gently dismantle them using decades of direct animal communication. ✨ If this episode touched you, please subscribe, share it with a fellow nature lover, or leave a review to help others discover the wisdom of plants and animals. #steveirwin #davidattenborough Support the show

    48 min
  6. TRAILER

    Whispers Of Nature: A Teaser for Animal Talk with Trisha McCagh

    Send a text Explore the unseen intelligence of animals, plants, and the natural world before our full episodes launch. What if animals, plants, and nature have been speaking to us all along… and we’re only just learning how to listen? Animal Talk with Trisha McCagh is a new podcast exploring the unseen intelligence of the natural world and our deep, often forgotten relationship with it. Join Trisha as she brings together holistic veterinarians, spiritual teachers, plant consciousness guides, and animal communicators to uncover what truly supports animal wellbeing — from real, species-appropriate nutrition and holistic health, to the quiet wisdom found in forests, fields, and living ecosystems. These conversations move beyond theory into lived experience:  ✨ plants as conscious beings  ✨ animals as teachers and companions  ✨ nature as our greatest source of wisdom Plus, enjoy Animal News with a twist, as Trisha and fellow communicator Dana share real-life stories and everyday situations — seen through the eyes of the animals themselves. This is a podcast for animal lovers, nature seekers, and anyone who senses there is more going on beneath the surface of life. 🎙 Weekly episodes begin this 21st January 📍 Available wherever you listen to podcasts 🌿 Animal Talk with Trisha McCagh — where nature’s wisdom finds a voice. New episodes are coming weekly from January. I can’t wait to share these conversations with you. 🐾 Hit, Follow or Subscribe and join a community that listens beyond words. #steveirwin #davidattenborough Support the show

    3 min

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Welcome to Animal Talk with Trisha McCagh, the podcast that gives animals a voice. Join internationally renowned animal communicator Trisha McCagh as she helps humans understand animals on a profound emotional and energetic level. In each episode, Trisha dives into the extraordinary world of animal communication, exploring the unseen connections that bind us with the creatures we share our planet with. We feature expert guests—from wildlife carers and veterinarians to animal trainers, behaviour specialists, —each bringing their own unique experiences and perspectives. Stay informed with the latest animal news from around the world, including emerging welfare issues, conservation updates, and remarkable animal stories that will inspire and enlighten. Whether you're an animal lover, a pet parent, or simply curious about the deeper intelligence of the animal kingdom, this podcast is your gateway to understanding animals on a whole new level. Tune in, open your heart, and start listening—because every animal has something to say.