Believe it or not, our animals have had as many - if not more! - past lives as we’ve had. Today, we talk about why that is, what it all means, and how you can find out from your pet what lives they’ve had with and without you! Resources mentioned in this episode: Many Lives, Many MastersMany Lives, Many Masters by Dr. Brian Weiss: https://bookshop.org/a/100934/9780671657864 Quantum Healing - that Julie mentioned. Practioner’s name is Bonnie Burd: https://bonnieburd.wixsite.com/ignitequantumheali...
Mar 10, 2025•36 min•Season 2Ep. 8
We’re talking with Jessica Fisher, host of The Pet Parenting Reset podcast. She is a Certified Holistic Pet Health Coach, a Certified Professional Canine Nutritionist, Billinghurst Raw Nutrition Certified for dogs & cats and a Positive Reinforcement Dog Trainer. You can learn more about Jessica Fisher at her website: https://jessicalfisher.com Listen to Jessica's podcast The Pet Parenting Reset: https://www.thepetparentingreset.com Do YOU want to be an animal communicator? Check out the new clas...
Mar 03, 2025•1 hr 6 min•Season 2Ep. 7
As Julie was washing dishes the other night, her Guides said “the three of you should share all the changes that have been happening.” Not one to disagree with her Spiritual Team, she, Karen and Meredith, spent some time sharing the changes they experienced through the end of the year of the Dragon (2024) and into the year of the Snake (2025). And, interestingly enough, how things may be completing in this “9” year from things that began in 2017/2018. Of course, they also find and share how thei...
Feb 24, 2025•42 min•Season 2Ep. 6
Meredith leads a conversation about Winter and what it means, how it can help us grow, as well as how to come to terms with the temperatures, the need for sleep, and the lack of light. Julie and Karen share their thoughts about this time of year and how, with the specific modalities and experiences, discuss with Meredith how Winter can be a very supportive time - one that our animals, as usual, guide us through. Do YOU want to be an animal communicator? Check out the new classes and Be Open Comm...
Feb 17, 2025•39 min•Season 2Ep. 5
Today, we’re talking with Jennifer Holland, best selling author of “Unlikely Friendships” and her most recent book, “Dog Smart - Life Changing Lessons in Canine Intelligence.” She is a science writer who bridges the intriguing intersection between intuitive work and science. Those two things, in our opinion, are not separate, so we're thrilled to share an enlightening conversation which brings them together. Plus - Jennifer lets us connect with her two dogs! Enjoy the conversation! Resources: Je...
Feb 10, 2025•1 hr 6 min•Season 2Ep. 4
Today, we’re talking with the author of Love Nature Magic - Shamanic Journeys into the Heart of my Garden, Maria Rodale. She is also the author of Scratch, and Organic Manifesto as well as the co-chairman of the Rodale Institute, an independent scientific research and education non-profit that studies regenerative organic vs. chemical agriculture. And she is the creator of the children’s book series, Mrs. Peanuckle. Join us for a great conversation about what various plants, insects and animals ...
Feb 03, 2025•59 min•Season 2Ep. 3
Today, we’re talking with Lauren Rainbow, a world renowned evidential medium, sacred travel guide, healing meditation maestro, teacher of all things spiritual, and a mystical arts geek. She has over twenty years of experience connecting souls around the world - including animals! It’s a conversation we wish didn’t have to end because she is so lovely! We hope you enjoy listening to it as much as we did having it. Find out about Lauren’s upcoming appearances, sacred trips and all the places to fo...
Jan 27, 2025•1 hr 9 min•Season 2Ep. 2
We’re back and we’ve got answers to the questions you sent in while we were on break. Keep them coming! Today, we answer questions about skeptics and explaining to people that we talk to animals. We also provide requested advice on how to open up your own intuition. Do YOU want to be an animal communicator? Check out the new classes and Be Open Community offered by our teacher, Danielle MacKinnon. It’s a great place to learn Energy Management, trusting yourself and even how to do the inner work ...
Jan 20, 2025•37 min•Season 2Ep. 1
In our final episode of Season 1, we are joined by Sarah A. Bowen, an animal chaplain and a co-founder of Compassion Consortium―the first interfaith, interspiritual, and interspecies community for people who care about and advocate for animals and the planet―where she leads the Animal Chaplaincy Training program. She also companions animals through death, creates sacred memorial rituals, counsels humans grieving animal loss, and advocates for exploited and endangered species in both religious an...
Nov 11, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 40
One of the top questions people ask their pets in Soul Level Animal Communication® readings Julie, Meredith and Karen do is “What was your life like before I adopted you?” The answers - if your animal chooses to respond - are interesting, supportive and inspirational. And, you’ll even be surprised to learn about who really found whom. To ask questions of our hosts, you can use the Open Mic feature in the MindBodySpirit.fm app like other listeners have. Or you can email Julie, Karen and Meredith ...
Nov 04, 2024•39 min•Ep. 39
When our animals begin their transition toward The Rainbow Bridge, we can have a lot of questions. And at the same time, we’re never sure where to start. Meredith, Julie and Karen share their experiences of their own animals who have transitioned, as well what the many animals they’ve connected with have shared about this sacred time. To ask questions of our hosts, you can use the Open Mic feature in the MindBodySpirit.fm app like other listeners have. Or you can email Julie, Karen and Meredith ...
Oct 28, 2024•55 min•Ep. 38
One of the key things to keep in mind when working with your intuition is Energy Management. Meredith, Julie, and Karen all have different ways to manage their energy which, in turn, raises their vibration so they can connect with animals and learn what all they have to share. In this conversation, the co-hosts discuss their favorite Energy Management techniques and how their use of E.M. has impacted their daily lives. To ask questions of our hosts, you can use the Open Mic feature in the MindBo...
Oct 21, 2024•45 min•Ep. 37
Join Julie, Karen and, Meredith as they answer the questions you sent them! In this round of listener questions, Janet asks about Farm Animals and Crystal wants to know how to find a legit animal communicator, as well as some suggestions for certification programs. To ask questions of our hosts, you can use the Open Mic feature in the MindBodySpirit.fm app like Janet and Crystal did. Or you can email Julie, Karen and Meredith at info@theanimalcommunicationpodcast.com They will answer your questi...
Oct 07, 2024•37 min•Ep. 36
Join Meredith, Karen and Julie as they talk with Tessa Cone, an instructor for the Companion Animal End-of-Life Doula Professional Certification program through the University of Vermont. Resources: Learn more about the Company Animal End-of-Life certificate here through the University of Vermont - Continuing Education program Meet the hosts- Julie Hirt is a Certified Soul Level Animal Communicator®, Certified Heart Animal Soul Professional Communicator, Certified Soul Level Intuitive Coach® and...
Sep 30, 2024•54 min•Ep. 35
Join Karen, Julie and Meredith as they talk with Dr. Cara Gubbins, a professional Animal Communicator whose mission and vision is to help co-create a world in which all beings are recognized as equals and all animal lovers are confident animal communicators. She is the best selling author of over a dozen books including Animal Chakras and The Confident Animal Communicator as well as the creator of two card decks that help people connect more deeply with animals (and themselves). She is the found...
Sep 23, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 34
Join Meredith and Karen as they speak with their dear friend and animal communication colleague Phoebe Hoffman about her experience filming “Look Into My Eyes,” a new documentary directed by Lana Wilson. Learn more about Phoebe Hoffman https://phoebehoffman.com/ Read about the documentary on the A24 Website https://a24films.com/docs/look-into-my-eyes Watch the Look Into My Eyes Official Trailer https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mBM7lIMxTe8 Watch Phoebe's interview with ABC News https://abcnews.go....
Sep 09, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 33
Join Julie, Karen and Meredith as they take questions from their live audience. It’s an hour of fun, supportive and insightful animal communication readings. Meet the hosts- Julie Hirt is a Certified Soul Level Animal Communicator®, Certified Heart Animal Soul Professional Communicator, Certified Soul Level Intuitive Coach® and Certified Spirit Animal Sacred Alchemy Practitioner. She writes the column “Trust the Animals” on Substack and is a teaching assistant for the Danielle MacKinnon School. ...
Aug 26, 2024•1 hr•Ep. 36
There is a strong code of ethics in any type of vocation and animal communication is no different. With the training Meredith, Julie, and Karen have received, ethics has always been a huge portion of the certification process. This conversation highlights the reasons why ethics in animal communication - and any intuitive work - are needed, what those ethics are, and what you should keep in mind for when searching for an animal communicator. Meet the hosts- Julie Hirt is a Certified Soul Level An...
Aug 19, 2024•35 min•Ep. 31
How does your animal want to be honored and remembered after they cross the Rainbow Bridge? Meredith Julie, and Karen have each had to honor their own pets who have passed away, and they also hear this question from many of their clients. In this conversation, they share much of what they’ve heard in their Soul Level Animal Communication® readings, as well as some of the neat and inventive ways that are available for you to honor yours. SPECIAL EVENT! Karen, Meredith, and I will be in the same p...
Aug 12, 2024•43 min•Ep. 30
This week, Julie, Karen and Meredith share a conversation with their teacher and mentor, Danielle MacKinnon. Danielle is the founder of the Danielle MacKinnon School of Intuition and Animal Communication and the creator and host of the Be Open Community. Her Soul Level Animal Communication method for intuitive connection with animals is instrumental in helping so many us humans find connection and support from only our animals in ways that we never knew possible! Danielle has a special offer for...
Aug 05, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 29
Karen, Meredith and Julie all find that when their clients have an animal communication session to connect to a pet across The Rainbow Bridge it can be hard, in the moment, to come up with questions to ask their beloved friend. In this episode, our hosts list the top things the animals want their people to know. If you’re not sure what to ask or if you have connected to your in-spirit animal and need additional comfort, this episode is here to help! Meet the hosts- Julie Hirt is a Certified Soul...
Jul 29, 2024•42 min•Ep. 28
Humans show up in animal communication sessions all the time, but do animals appear in human mediumship sessions? Who better to ask than the amazing and engaging Kerrilynn Shellhorn! Kerrilynn is an internationally respected psychic medium who shares her intuitive gifts to help bring healing and closure to the lives of her clients. And just like our three co-hosts, Kerrilynn is determined to show people that the interaction with spirits is a normal part of our everyday lives. Kerrilynn is also t...
Jul 22, 2024•50 min•Ep. 27
When our pets pass away, do the animals left behind grieve? Yes, they do, according to Karen, Meredith and Julie. In this episode they share their personal experiences as well as what the animals have told them in their hundreds of animal communication sessions. How animals navigate grief, whether in our house or in the wild, will hopefully help you navigate your own. Meet the hosts- Julie Hirt is a Certified Soul Level Animal Communicator®, Certified Heart Animal Soul Professional Communicator ...
Jul 15, 2024•49 min•Ep. 26
Michelle Slater, a scholar of comparative literature and president of the educational non-profit Mayapple Center for the Arts and Humanities in Connecticut. She holds a PhD in French from Johns Hopkins University. And that’s just the beginning! She is also the author of “Soulmate Dog” - a memoir of her relationship with a very special dog named Brady. This heartfelt read also documents her journey into Animal Communication and reconciles it with her successful academic career. References: Get yo...
Jul 08, 2024•37 min•Ep. 25
Today, Meredith shares a few of her favorite stories from D’Aulaire’s Book of Greek Myths, a book she loved as a child. She fills Julie and Karen in on why crickets sing at sunset, how peacocks got those “eyes” on their feathers, and why dolphins are they way they are, according to the ancient stories. Snuggle up with your favorite animal and enjoy a magical, mythological story time. Books referenced: D'Aulaires Book of Greek Myths The Wolf's Trail: An Ojibwe Story, Told by Wolves Meet the hosts...
Jul 01, 2024•40 min•Ep. 24
Dr. Katie Woodley is the dynamic founder of The Natural Pet Doctor. She has been passionately blending Eastern and Western medicine for over 15 years to heal pets naturally. With a veterinary degree from New Zealand and certifications in acupuncture, Chinese food therapy and herbal medicine, Dr. Katie specializes in crafting wholistic - emphasis on WHOLE - treatment plans that tackle gut health, skin problems, and even pet emotions with a mix of herbal remedies, using food as medicine, and emoti...
Jun 24, 2024•57 min•Ep. 23
We explore ways to help animals with trauma with Genie Joseph, PhD, the founder of The Human-Animal Connection. She is a certified Trust Technique Practitioner, dog trainer, Animal Chaplain and creator of The Act Resilient Method, a unique approach to helping both humans and animals with trauma. She and her dog Sophia are registered and certified as a Therapy Dog Team with The Alliance for Therapy Dogs and have done hundreds of visits with over 4,000 Service Members, Veterans, youth, elderly, an...
Jun 17, 2024•44 min•Ep. 22
2024 is the year of the Cicada! Meredith, who lives in one of the two places in the US that has witnessed several broods emerging at once, is absolutely fascinated by the significance of these amazing beings. In this episode, she leads a conversation with Julie and Karen around the history of the Cicada, their biological nature, spiritual meaning and how their timing signals important shifts coming - much like Pluto returning to Aquarius in late November. References: Meredith’s Cicadas MAP by Ma...
Jun 10, 2024•45 min•Ep. 21
When our animals begin to transition, it can be a hard time for human caregivers. From hearing what our beloved pets need at this time, to understanding how they are feeling, there are a lot of things our animals want us to know. In this episode Karen, Meredith, and Julie share their own experiences of their animals transitioning as well as what they have learned from the many animals they have encountered in their sessions. Not only is this a very sacred time, from the animals’ point of view, i...
Jun 03, 2024•45 min•Ep. 20
This week, Anna Marie Ellison joins the show to talk about the power of horses. Connecting with horses have been some of the most amazing animal communication experiences our co-hosts have had. Horses can help us with so many aspects of our lives including overcoming grief and trauma as well as opening ourselves up to our true authentic selves. Anna Marie, the founder of Healed by a Horse, an equine experiential coaching program, explains why horses are so powerful, how they are uniquely equippe...
May 27, 2024•47 min•Ep. 19
