In this episode, Adam is joined by cat behaviourist Daniel Warren-Cummings to ask: do cats actually like music? They explore the research around classical and cat-specific music, how cats respond to different sounds, and whether leaving the radio or TV on really helps when your cat is home alone.

Later, Grammy-nominated artist and songwriter Laura White joins Adam to share her lifelong love of cats, from volunteering with Cats Protection as a child to rescuing cats of her own. Laura reflects on how her cats have supported her throughout her music career, the heartbreak of losing a much-loved pet, and her dream of one day opening her own animal sanctuary.

Find out more about caring for cats, adopting, volunteering and supporting Cats Protection at www.cats.org.uk

00:00 – Do cats actually like music?

01:04 – Daniel Warren-Cummings on cats and classical music

05:40 – Volume, different genres and getting cats used to sound

08:27 – How to tell if your cat likes the music you play

10:01 – Can music help cats during fireworks?

12:20 – Should you leave the radio or TV on for your cat?

15:09 – What would the perfect song for a cat sound like?

16:55 – Grammy-nominated songwriter Laura White joins Adam

18:30 – Laura’s lifelong love of cats and volunteering with Cats Protection

19:36 – Rescuing a kitten from a dual carriageway

20:45 – Laura’s dream of opening an animal sanctuary

23:57 – The story of Stevie Wonder and Aretha Franklin

28:33 – How cats helped ground Laura during her music career

30:30 – Cats, routines and leaving them when you go away

32:35 – Why Cats Protection means so much to Laura

34:01 – Can cats help with creativity and songwriting?

38:00 – Laura’s music career and what she’s working on next

42:45 – Remembering Aretha and dealing with pet loss

49:40 – Laura takes on the cats and music quiz

54:37 – What cats have brought to Laura’s life

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In this episode, Adam is joined by cat behaviourist Daniel Warren-Cummings to discuss the growing influence celebrities and social media have on cat ownership. They explore why some pedigree breeds are becoming more popular, the importance of making informed choices, and how we can better protect cat welfare. Later, Becky from Becky's Bazaar and Alex Gray (The Traitors) share stories of their rescue cats, the emotional journey of fostering, and why they're passionate about encouraging more people to adopt rather than shop. 

Find out more about responsible cat ownership, adopting, fostering and supporting Cats Protection at www.cats.org.uk

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In this episode, Adam welcomes TV presenter and devoted cat fan Roo Irvine, who shares tales of her three cats, Mango, Kimchi, and Miso, and their hilarious etiquette school backstories. The pair dive into why cats are often overlooked in government animal welfare strategies and discuss the impactful campaigns and open letter led by Cats Protection to demand better protections for cats.

Roo shares her experiences chairing Scottish political hustings for animal welfare, her passion for advocacy, and the unique joys (and heartbreaks) of loving cats. Together with MP Ruth Jones, the conversation covers the frustrating gap between good intentions and real change, highlights the essential role that compassion for animals plays in society.

Find out more about getting involved and supporting cat welfare campaigns: www.cats.org.uk/

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In this fun new episode, host Adam talks to one of the UK’s most loved TV presenters and novelists, Fern Britton, about her brilliantly named cats Barbara and Dr Ian Mackerel.

The two discuss how lovely it is to come home to a cat, how cats can help or hinder your work, with Fern describing losing pages of writing to cats walking across her keyboard, and just how important it is to talk to your cats with your special cat voice!  

Fern also reveals she’s been working with cats a lot more thanks to her new ITV show Fern Britton: Inside The Vet’s, recording the highs and lows of life in a busy vet practice.  

Behaviourist Nicky joins to discuss feline bladder infections and whether it is better to visit your poorly cat at the vet or if it causes them too much stress.  

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In this episode Adam is joined by TV presenter, podcaster and property expert Sarah Beeny, who talks about how she has always been a cat fan and the relationship between her four cats.  

The pair discuss how her cats like to drink from wine glasses, how cats can subtly communicate their opinions and just how much support a pet can provide during times of illness or stress.  

Behaviour expert Nicky answers a listener question about introducing cats from two households using scent and Sarah’s query about why a cat may give you a nip while you’re stroking them.  

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In this heartwarming new episode, host Adam chats to the legendary BBC Radio 2 presenter ‘Whispering’ Bob Harris OBE about his rescue cats Harmony and Ryman.  

Already known for his wonderful broadcasting voice, Bob shares how he talks to his cats, how the two have settled into their new home and discusses what to do when a bonded pair fall out with each other! Fair to say Adam and Bob definitely agree that having a cat around makes a bad day better.  

Behaviourist Nicky returns to answer Bob’s question about why Harmony may have been upset with Ryman, and a listener question about how beneficial it is to use catios.  

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In this unusual episode, host Adam Brown is joined by TV presenter, author, conservationist, and zoologist Megan McCubbin to discuss the impact cats have on our wildlife. Known for presenting nature shows on the BBC, Megan discusses how to balance the needs of our wildlife with the natural behaviour of cats, with Jeff Knott from Cats Protection. 

On this interesting topic the three consider how the UK’s cat-owning population can become wildlife champions, while still ensuring their cats are happy and healthy, and offer advice on how responsible cat owners can protect the animals in their communities.

So, if you’ve ever worried about your cat bringing in mice and birds, listen in! 

Plus, there is wider discussion on how cats are considered so differently to dogs and the reintroduction of wildcats to the UK, as we explore more about the world of cats on the UK’s leading feline podcast!  

Note: Cats Got Your Tongue? Is taking a mid season break and will return with episode 6 on Friday 6th June.

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In this episode Adam meets gamer and content creator Gab Smolders.  

Gab, who posts videos covering everything from horror films to the latest video games for her 1.2m followers on YouTube, lives with her beloved cat BB. A keen supporter of Cats Protection, she tells Adam about her regular live fundraising streams for the charity, the two discuss how they come up with their cats’ nicknames, and why BB is a lazy player!  

Plus, behaviourist Nicky talks about why cats hide their pain and explains what BB’s ‘happy dance’ could possibly mean.  

If you’ve been inspired by Gab Smolders and could fundraise live for cats, find out how you can Stream for Cats at cats.org.uk/stream-for-cats 

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