Cat Talk Radio

Have you ever caught your cat staring at an empty wall… or launching into a full pounce over something you couldn't see, hear, or detect at all?
They aren't seeing ghosts — they're experiencing a completely different sensory world.
In this episode of Cat Talk Radio, Certified Cat Behavior Specialist Molly DeVoss explores how cats truly perceive their environment. From night vision and motion detection to high-frequency hearing, scent-driven emotional awareness, and even the possibility of subtle UV perception, you'll discover how dramatically different your cat's reality is from your own.
You'll also learn what we see that cats don't — including color differences, fine detail, and static imagery — and how these sensory contrasts influence behavior, enrichment, stress levels, and bonding.
If you want to better understand why your cat reacts the way they do, this episode will change how you look at your home — and your relationship — forever.

On this episode of Cat Talk Radio, Molly DeVoss explores the fascinating science behind cats' homing instincts. Inspired by the discovery that birds can "see" Earth's magnetic field using cryptochrome, Molly dives into whether humans or cats share this ability — and what actually helps cats navigate their world.
From cognitive maps and scent landscapes to path integration and acclimation for working cats, this episode uncovers the multi-modal navigation system that makes cats such remarkable orienters. If you've ever wondered how cats know where home is — or why relocation must be handled carefully — this deep dive will change how you see feline intelligence.

In this myth-busting episode of Cat Talk Radio, hosts Molly DeVoss and Dewey Vaughn dig into the science behind some of the most common misconceptions about cats.
Are cats really aloof? Do they need to roam outdoors to be happy? Is milk actually a treat — or a tummy ache waiting to happen?
Drawing on current research and real-world behavior experience, Molly and Dewey unpack where these myths came from, why they persist, and how believing them can impact our cats' welfare. You'll walk away with practical tips to better understand your cat's behavior and strengthen your bond — plus a whole new perspective on what your cat has been trying to tell you all along.

In this episode of Cat Talk Radio, hosts Molly DeVoss and Dewey Vaughn dive deep into the science behind what makes cats nutritionally unique.
From their evolution as true hunters to their status as obligate carnivores, you'll learn why cats require high levels of animal protein, why certain nutrients like taurine and arginine are essential, and how their metabolism differs from dogs and humans.
If you've ever wondered why cats can't thrive on plant-based diets, why moisture matters so much, or how modern feeding practices stack up against a cat's biological needs — this episode breaks it all down in a clear, practical, and fascinating way.
Check our YouTube channel for a deep dive webinar into Cat Nutrition.

Ever feel like your cat is sending mixed signals—or speaking a language you didn't get the manual for? In this special Listener Questions episode of Cat Talk Radio, Molly dives into real questions from real cat guardians. From cats who hiss while purring, to food-stealing feline roommates, outdoor obsession, tail quivering and rear-leg stomping, and other puzzling behaviors—nothing is off the table. You'll learn what these behaviors actually mean, when to worry, and how to respond in ways that build trust, safety, and harmony in your home.