A different kind of dog podcast, where no topic is taboo.
The ONLY Dog Podcast where Dog Parents, Guardians, & Professionals get real, educate & advocate for both sides of the leash!
Meet Your Host & Producer
Em - Host & Creator
Em - Host & Creator
Em - Host & Creator
Meet Em, a passionate animal lover with 30 years of hands-on experience as a retired vet tech, pet sitter, dog walker, and now a dedicated dog trainer.
With her lifelong dream realized through Straight Up Dog Talk, Em brings a unique perspective shaped by years behind the scenes in veterinary care. Her mission? To normalize open, honest co
Meet Em, a passionate animal lover with 30 years of hands-on experience as a retired vet tech, pet sitter, dog walker, and now a dedicated dog trainer.
With her lifelong dream realized through Straight Up Dog Talk, Em brings a unique perspective shaped by years behind the scenes in veterinary care. Her mission? To normalize open, honest conversations about all aspects of dog parenthood. From training and behavior to health and wellness, Em is here to educate, guide, and support pet parents through every stage of their journey.
When she’s not sharing her expertise, you’ll find her spending quality time with her two furry sidekicks, Toby and Fitz, who regularly steal the spotlight on her Instagram.
Ready to transform your relationship with your dog? Visit the Straight Up Dog Training page and start working one-on-one with Em today to build a happier, healthier bond with your furry friend!
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Em - Host & Creator
Em - Host & Creator
Straight Up Dog Talk: Now Streaming Everywhere!
Stay up-to-date with the latest episodes of Straight Up Dog Talk, the podcast where dog guardians, experts, and professionals have honest conversations about all things canine.
🗓 New episodes drop every Wednesday!
🎧 Listen Your Way:
- Stream on your favorite platforms like Apple Podcasts, Spoti
Straight Up Dog Talk: Now Streaming Everywhere!
Stay up-to-date with the latest episodes of Straight Up Dog Talk, the podcast where dog guardians, experts, and professionals have honest conversations about all things canine.
🗓 New episodes drop every Wednesday!
🎧 Listen Your Way:
- Stream on your favorite platforms like Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and more—find all the links in one place!
- Prefer to listen online? Head to our Donate and Listen page to stream directly from our website.
Don’t miss out—tune in now and join the conversation!
Josh - Producer
Em - Host & Creator
Josh - Producer
Meet Josh, a multifaceted creative force in the world of gaming and podcasting! As a role-playing game author, humorist, and seasoned podcaster, Josh has been entertaining and educating audiences for years.
Josh brought his expertise to Straight Up Dog Talk as the editor and producer of episodes 1-48, and cohosted several episodes through
Meet Josh, a multifaceted creative force in the world of gaming and podcasting! As a role-playing game author, humorist, and seasoned podcaster, Josh has been entertaining and educating audiences for years.
Josh brought his expertise to Straight Up Dog Talk as the editor and producer of episodes 1-48, and cohosted several episodes through episode 39. His unique blend of humor, insight, and technical skills helped shape the podcast’s early success.
With a podcasting career spanning multiple shows—like Digital Llama, Knightmare, and Wasta Show (RIP!)—Josh has built a loyal following. He currently hosts and produces two popular comic book podcasts: Graphically Novel and RetConversations, while also producing our sister podcast, Unpacked.
Although Josh has moved on to pursue an exciting passion project, his impact on Straight Up Dog Talk continues to be celebrated. Tune in to catch his signature wit and geeky expertise in his ongoing ventures!
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We want to hear from you! Whether you have topic suggestions, questions, or unique experiences to share as a dog guardian, this is your space to connect. From seasoned pet parents to pet professionals, every story matters, and we’re here to celebrate them all.
Interested in being a guest on Straight Up Dog Talk? Submit your request today! Click the link below to email Em directly. Let’s start a conversation and support each other on this journey of building stronger, happier bond with out dogs!
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