Wander and Ponder
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Welcome to Wander & Ponder, a podcast where curiosity meets connection, inspired by global travels, the incredible people I meet, and how they enrich my life journey. Here we’ll chat about the big stuff—like grief and healthspan—and celebrate the things that bring joy and beauty to life - my family and dogs, inspiring books, renovating homes, delicious food…Living life to the fullest and playing pickleball!
It’s all about finding meaning in the mess and beauty in the everyday. So, grab a cup of tea and let’s wander and ponder together!
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The podcast explores themes around personal growth, emotional well-being, and lifestyle enrichment, with episodes delving into topics like grief, healthspan, and joyful experiences such as family bonds, travel stories, and culinary adventures.
Welcome to Wander & Ponder, a podcast where curiosity meets connection, inspired by global travels, the incredible people I meet, and how they enrich my life journey. Here we’ll chat about the big stuff—like grief and healthspan—and celebrate the things that bring joy and beauty to life – my family and dogs, inspiring books, renovating homes, delicious food…Living life to the fullest and playing pickleball!
It’s all about finding meaning in the mess and beauty in the everyday. So, grab a cup of tea and let’s wander and ponder together!
In this heartfelt, hilarious, and unexpectedly wild episode of Wander and Ponder, host Cathy sits down with Emmy-winning animal trainer and TV host Brandon McMillan—best known from CBS’s Lucky Dog. From growing up among tigers in the circus to training service dogs for wounded veterans, Brandon shares his extraordinary path and the life-changing pivot that led him to where he is today.
You’ll hear:
Why dog training is more about the human than the pup
His near-death run-ins with Akitas and great white sharks
Practical puppy advice for busy people (yes, crate training IS a lifesaver)
How Beluga and Luna, Cathy's mischievous Frenchies, stacked up in Brandon’s expert eyes
Brandon also opens up about the emotional power of service dogs, what most people get wrong about training, and why picking up poop isn’t beneath anyone—especially him. Whether you’re a dog parent, an animal lover, or just curious about living boldly, this episode is for you. So grab a cup of tea, and let’s wander and ponder together.
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