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Talking Couch Potatoes

By: Free the Hounds Inc Association
  • Summary

  • An advocacy group in Perth, Western Australia, Free the Hounds will talk to people who foster or who have an adopted greyhound. Vets working with this special breed and things you may like to watch out for. Rescue groups and volunteers from around the country will let us know what is happening within their state. Ministers and former racing participants to hopefully open up dialogue and share the publics views on dog racing in our state.
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Episodes
  • Is Greyhound Racing Profitable? Don't Bet On It!
    May 24 2024

    In this episode of 'Talking Couch Potatoes', special guest Jackson, wagering analyst, discusses The Murphy Report, 'You Win Some, You Lose More' a comprehensive government report making waves with its recommendations aimed at addressing problem gambling in Australia.

    Jackson explains how these proposed measures are poised to impact the revenue from greyhound racing.

    He highlights how the COVID-19 pandemic provided a temporary boost to the industry. However, since then, gambling revenue has taken a noticeable downturn, posing a threat to the profitability of greyhound racing. This is currently playing out across eastern states of Australia with severe and abrupt staff lay-offs and greyhound welfare cuts.

    Join Matt, Mel, and Jackson for an engaging and informative episode as they navigate the entwined intersections of WA government policy, and the future of greyhound gambling in Australia.


    See the full report here https://www.aph.gov.au/Parliamentary_Business/Committees/House/Social_Policy_and_Legal_Affairs/Onlinegamblingimpacts/Report

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    35 mins
  • Greyt Tales with Hannah and Layla
    May 10 2024

    Get ready to be charmed by our youngest guests, Hannah and Layla, on this episode of Talking Couch Potatoes! Join these 8-year-old champions as they share 'paw-some tails' about their beloved greyhounds, sprinkled with some giggling over funny poop stories and doggy jokes! They'll melt your heart while shedding light on the truth about the racing industry and why it's time to take a stand. Get ready for laughter and a whole lot of puppy love!


    Sign the petition to #endgreyhoundracinginWA here https://bit.ly/endgreyhoundracinginWA

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    20 mins
  • Dustin's Story
    Apr 26 2024

    "Talking Couch Potatoes" hosts Matt and Mel sit down with Sasha to discuss the challenges and rewards of adopting Dustin, the face of the 2024 Free The Hounds Petition. Sasha recounts her experiences of welcoming Dustin into her home and the bond that has since developed between them. The episode also touches on Lena, Sasha's first rescued greyhound, whose story is tinged with sadness. Tune in to Sasha's inspiring tale of love, companionship, and the transformative power of giving a rescued greyhound a happy life.

    Sign the 2024 Petition here https://www.parliament.wa.gov.au/Parliament/LCePetitions.nsf/($All)/B0E44E4103D9D08C48258AC100256186?opendocument

    Help a rescued greyhound here https://greyhoundadoptionswa.com.au/

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    41 mins

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