What do you do when you witness wild animals living in squalid cages, sold in parking lots, or forced to perform in roadside shows? If you're Bobbi Brink, you build a world-class sanctuary and dedicate your life to giving them the dignity they were denied.

In this episode, Mike sits down with Bobbi Brink, the powerhouse founder of Lions Tigers & Bears, a no-breed, no-contact, forever home for rescued exotic animals. From big cat rescues across state lines to advocating for the Big Cat Public Safety Act in Washington D.C., Bobbi shares the raw, behind-the-scenes truth of what it takes to protect the animals most people only see in cages or on screen.

We talk about her early experiences that sparked her mission, the personalities of the animals she’s saved, and why her focus remains on cats and bears—even when there are so many other species in need. You’ll hear the heartbreak, the hope, and one story that just might restore your faith in what’s possible when passion meets purpose.

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