In this episode of 'Talking Couch Potatoes,' hosts Matt and Mel welcome special guest, Lisa Baker, a member of the Legislative Assembly of Western Australia, and a strong advocate for animal welfare, LGBTQIA+ rights, climate action and the empowerment of women and vulnerable communities worldwide.

Lisa shares her journey into politics, highlighting early challenges and incredible achievements. Her dedication to social justice and animal welfare is evident as she discusses her ventures into greyhound welfare reform and the establishment of the WA Parliamentary Friends of the Greyhound group.

Lisa also speaks about her passion for the future of food, focusing on alternative proteins as a sustainable complement to animal-based diets. Despite facing criticism and pushback, Lisa emphasizes the importance of remaining in the room to influence policy and create positive change.

A fascinating interview with a truly inspiring local hero for Free The Hounds. Dont miss it!!

Learn more about Lisa's new project on the Future of Food here https://www.youtube.com/@lisabakerfutureoffood

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In this powerful episode of Talking Couch Potatoes, Matt and Mel dive into the misconceptions surrounding Staffy and Bully breeds with special guest Maddie from Staffy and Bully Breed Rescue (SABBR), a no-kill organization serving Perth Metro and regional Western Australia.

Maddie shares the rewarding yet challenging journey of rescuing abandoned, surrendered, and unwanted dogs, all without government funding. She debunks myths about these loving breeds, revealing how they make ideal family pets and deserve a fair chance.

The conversation shines a light on the critical need for foster homes, donations, and resources for rescue groups like SABBR. They discuss the heavy toll greyhound racing takes on local rescues, creating competition for foster homes, forever homes, funding, and dedicated volunteers.

The WA Government Department of Racing and Wagering’s incentives for breeding greyhounds have led to an overpopulation problem, with the expectation that the public will adopt dogs discarded by the industry. Phasing out greyhound racing could profoundly impact local rescues, helping them focus on animals already in need.

With a parliamentary inquiry into the greyhound racing industry on the horizon, it's time to examine the stark contrast between the financial support this industry receives and the constant struggle of grassroots rescues like SABBR. Tune in to discover SABBR’s incredible work and learn how you can help shift the narrative around these misunderstood breeds.

https://www.sabbr.com.au/