Podcast Summary
Amanda Seales tour updates, Patreon and newsletter: Amanda Seales encourages fans to sign up for her newsletter and check out her Patreon for updates on new tour dates and exclusive content due to challenges with ticket sales in Detroit.
Amanda Seales is facing challenges with ticket sales for her shows in Detroit and may have to cancel them. She encourages fans to sign up for her newsletter and check out her Patreon for updates on new tour dates and exclusive content. The episode of her podcast, Small Justice, features a conversation with Maurice Cobb about his talking dog, Milo, and the unique ways black communities use language, including sign language and teaching dogs words like "bruh." Seales also reflects on the importance of recognizing the agency and communication abilities of animals and the ways in which humans interact with the natural world.
Pet communication with human language: Training a pet to talk requires extensive repetition and association with buttons, taking several months, but offers the ability to document and relive moments in their lives.
Communication with pets goes beyond body language and vocalizations when they can speak human language. This is explored in the Small Business Podcast episode featuring Maurice Cobb and his talking dog Milo. The discussion also highlights the importance of representation and empowerment in media, specifically through NPR's Black Stories, Black Truth collection. Regarding Milo, Maurice shares that he knew from the beginning he would train his dog to talk. The process involved extensive repetition and association with buttons, which took several months. The most beneficial aspect, according to Maurice, is the ability to document and relive moments in Milo's life through his button presses. For pet owners considering this approach, there are resources available from companies like Fluent Pet, and the process requires a significant time commitment. Overall, the episode underscores the potential for deeper connections with pets when communication is more direct and nuanced.
Animal communication: Intense focus and attention to a dog's body language and needs leads to a deep bond and unique communication method, expanding the trainer's perspective on animals and requiring a significant lifestyle shift.
Training a dog like Milo to communicate using buttons and vocalizations requires intense focus and attention to the animal's body language and needs. The process can be time-consuming and may not yield immediate results, but the bond formed between the trainer and the pet can be deep and rewarding. This unique communication method makes the trainer more attuned to the dog's emotions and needs, bringing them closer together. The experience of training Milo has expanded the trainer's perspective on animals, leading them to appreciate the complexity and individuality of each pet. Additionally, the trainer's dedication to Milo's training has led to a significant shift in their lifestyle, with more time spent at home and focused on their pet. Overall, the journey of training Milo has been a fascinating exploration into the capabilities of animal communication and the depth of the bond that can be formed between humans and their pets.
Social Media Growth: Observant nature, creativity, dedication, and deep connection with a pet contributed to a man's successful talking dog account on social media.
Consistency and dedication, along with observant nature and creativity, played a significant role in the rapid growth of a man's talking dog account on social media. The man, who is a homebody and observant person, noticed small details and taught himself various skills. He applied these traits to training his dog, Milo, to talk, and the account gained massive popularity on both Instagram and TikTok. The man's ability to keep going despite no immediate progress and his willingness to foster a deep connection with Milo contributed to their success. The man's dedication and creativity inspired by observing others, allowed him to teach Milo complex tricks, leading to viral videos and a large following.
ADHD and Self-Care: Intense focus and curiosity from ADHD can lead to great achievements but can negatively impact self-care, causing neglect of basic needs like eating and social interaction.
The speaker's intense focus and curiosity, traits often associated with ADHD, can lead to great achievements but can also negatively impact self-care. The speaker's experience with ADHD allows her to hyperfocus on tasks and projects, much like Beyonce's dedication to her craft. However, this intense focus can lead to neglecting basic needs like eating and social interaction. The speaker also reflects on the importance of centering Black voices in media and the significance of NPR's "Black Stories, Black Truth" collection in showcasing diverse Black experiences. Lastly, the speaker shares her pet's personality traits that mirror her own, including curiosity and socialness, but also her past tendency towards vindictiveness and lack of motivation in her youth.
Personal experiences and dedication: Personal experiences and dedication can shape one's path in life, leading to remarkable results through determination, creativity, and unique approaches.
Personal experiences and dedication play a significant role in shaping one's path in life. The speaker shares her experiences of pursuing higher education and training her dog, highlighting how her determination and unique approach led to success. She also discusses her experience with modeling emotions for her dog, emphasizing the importance of observing and narrating behaviors to help the dog understand new concepts. Despite facing challenges, the speaker's dedication and creativity led to remarkable results, showcasing the power of persistence and individuality.
Black representation in media: Black media platforms provide essential representation and empowerment for Black individuals, as highlighted by Amanda Seals' experience with NPR's 'Black Stories, Black Truth' collection and her personal story about Milo, a talking dog.
The discussion revolves around the unique experiences of Black individuals, as showcased in NPR's "Black Stories, Black Truth" collection. Amanda Seals shares her perspective on the importance of Black media as a platform for representation and empowerment. Additionally, she discusses her personal experience with a talking dog named Milo, highlighting the potential benefits of giving dogs autonomy and communication abilities. Despite facing skepticism and negativity, Seals emphasizes the importance of staying true to one's experiences and the potential for future advancements in dog training and communication.
Emotional intelligence with pets: Emotional intelligence towards pets can lead to deep connections and understanding, reflecting our personal traits and offering companionship and love.
Having emotional intelligence and extending it to pets can lead to a deep connection and understanding between humans and animals. The speaker's experience with her dog Milo, who shares personality traits with her father, is an example of this. Curiosity and the ability to see beyond the surface are essential components of this connection. As Shaka Senghor's story shows, curiosity is also a powerful tool for personal growth and resilience. Animals, like babies and elders, can reflect the type of people we are and offer love and companionship. Milo, who has become a watchdog and a source of innovation, is a testament to the potential bond between humans and their pets.