CATTY CHATS

About CATTY CHATS

Founder of Cat Ladies for America, comedian, and angry optimist, Blaire Postman, interviews people working to make things suck less.

Publisher

Cat Ladies for America

Category

comedy · news

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

6 Apr 2026

Latest episode

5 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

23 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   5 Oct 2026

   DON'T BUY WHAT SHE'S SELLING - with Lu Chekowsky

   THANKS FOR BEING HERE! Please like, share and leave a comment! It helps us grow and get out the messages from people workingto make things suck less more than you know! _____________________________________________ Author Lu Chekowsky was once haunted by couches (https://www.instagram.com/p/DdADsHFT52x/). You know how it goes: You’re considering buying a new sofa, so you poke around online to see what’s out there. Then, like a JD Vance fever dream, couches are everywhere when you go online. Each ad shows you a new style, a new color, a new furniture store. Annoying, right? Lu says this is all part of advertisers’ plan. As a former creative director for Facebook, Comedy Central, and MTV, Lu knows how this works. In fact, she throws back the curtain on modern advertising practices in her new memoir, “Don’t Buy What I’m Selling: On Breaking Up with Advertising and Finally Learning to Love My Whole, Fat Self (https://bookshop.org/p/books/don-t-buy-what-i-m-selling-on-breaking-up-with-advertising-and-finally-learning-to-love-my-whole-fat-self-lu-chekowsky/a14ac55d68cfc46d?ean=9780316588515).” We spoke to Lu on Sunday, Oct. 4, when she joined Cat Ladies for America on Catty Chats Live (https://www.mobilize.us/catladiesforamerica/event/1048632/) to dish about her book, the “toxic nature of advertising” (her words), and learning to love the body she lives in. We spoke to Lu about how she ignored the little voice in her head during her advertising career, why she decided to leave it all behind, and what the rest of us can do to scratch back against the onslaught of ads we see everywhere, everyday. You’ll probably find a little bit of yourself, too. Follow Lu online: Website (https://www.lchekowsky.com/) | Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/luchekowsky/) | TikTok (https://www.tiktok.com/@dont_buy_what_im_selling) You can also find this episode of CATTY CHATS LIVE on YouTube (https://youtube.com/live/sK14U0Y_HcI) and all audio pod platforms include Apple podcasts. Join Cat Ladies for America and Claw Back! Cat Ladies for America (https://catladiesforamerica.com/) is a network of cat ladies and their allies across the country. Through in-person and virtual chapters, individual actions, on-the-ground reporting and livestreamed interviews with people trying to make things suck less, CLFA is connecting people (and their cats) and giving them the tools to make a difference in their communities. Because “Cat Lady” is a state of mind, our clowder includes cat ladies, cat daddies, cat folks and our un-catted allies who vibe with us. Get involved today! (https://catladiesforamerica.com/how-to-get-involved)

2. 

   30 Sept 2026

   THE CANDIDATES: Down Ballot Candidates for Key Races in Baltimore, PA & SC!

   HEY GRITTY KITTIES! Welcome to Catty Chats Live!  The weekly livestream and podcast where we talk to people who are working to make things suck less. Today we are talking to three more candidates ahead of the 2026 mid term elections: Cat Ladies for America is an all volunteer grassroots organization, but our reporting, events and activism still incur bills. You can support us by becoming a paid subscriber to our Substack (https://substack.com/@catladiesforamerica), or buying some of our purr-fect merch (https://store.catladiesforamerica.com/)! SPECIAL EVENT ALERT! We’re spearheading a month-long online fundraiser with some of the your favorite creators, new media journalists, and notables for Angie Nixon (CLICK HERE TO DONATE) (https://secure.actblue.com/donate/clawsoutforangie)in partnership with her campaign called CLAWS OUT FOR ANGIE, culminating in a FREE livestream rally with the woman herself and some exciting friends on SUNDAY, Oct. 25 - click here to RSVP! (https://www.mobilize.us/catladiesforamerica/event/1044239/) You can find more info and links at our website CATLADIESFORAMERICA.COM (http://catladiesforamerica.com) CLAWS OUT! Ash Esposito Ashley "Ash" Esposito is the proud mother of a City Schools student and a Southwest Baltimore resident. Ash's primary focus is on children who fall through the cracks of the educational system, specifically those with high dropout rates or low graduation rates. Having had personal experience in the foster care system, learning disabilities, and a challenging education experience, Ash deeply understands the need for early intervention and addressing barriers to participation in the classroom. She is also very committed to civic engagement, vocational educational opportunities, pathways to tech, accessible arts education, and building community trust. Esposito holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Software Development and Security and a Master’s in Business Administration from the University of Maryland Global Campus. Professionally, Ash is a nonprofit leader and a multidisciplinary artist. She is a steering committee member for Local Progress, a member of the Education/Social Workforce Development Committee for the Maryland Commission on Indian Affairs, a School Board Partner Fellow, and an Ashé Leaders Fellow with Big Picture Learning, advocating for equitable education systems. Follow Ash Esposito: Website (https://ashleyesposito.com/) | Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/espositoforbaltimore#) | Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/espositoforbaltimore) Tim Hayes Tim Hayes has been serving the people of his native Bucks County, Pennsylvania, since he was a teenager, enlisting in the PA National Guard at 17. In 2019, at 21, he was elected to the Dublin Borough Council, the youngest elected official in the county at the time. The once solidly Republican board flipped to a Democratic majority, and in 2023, he was elected president of the council. Now, Tim is running to be the PA state representative for District 143, which covers the upper part of Bucks County. His work as state policy manager for an environmental advocacy group has given him experience in the way the state capitol works. His campaign is focusing on affordability, conservation, public safety, access to healthcare, and raising the minimum wage. Follow Tim Hayes: Website (https://www.instagram.com/espositoforbaltimore) | Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/timhayesforstaterepresentative) | Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/timhayesforpa/) Claiborne Linvill The 3rd House District in South Carolina represents the area of the state that includes Clemson, and Claiborne Linvill has lived and worked in that area for more than 20 years. She is currently in the last year of a four-year term on the Pickens County Council; she was elected in 2022, the second woman ever elected to the council. Claiborne is a mom and communications and marketing professional who has focused her time on the county council on family issues like access to childcare, smart development planning, supporting libraries, expanding recreation funding, and more. In her run for state office, Claiborne is focusing on affordability, education, and fixing local infrastructure. Her political philosophy is simple: She went into elected office to make people’s lives better. She believes that culture wars distract and divide people and that elected officials should be productive in their activities, not performative. Follow Claiborne Linvill: Website (https://www.claibornelinvill.com/) | Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/LinvillforSCHouse3) | Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/ClaiborneLinvill)

3. 

   15 Sept 2026

   CATLADYPALOOZA TWOO-ZA: ASSES KICKED, NAMES TAKEN

   CATLADYPALOOZA TWOO-ZA: ASSES KICKED, NAMES TAKEN Voting Rights Experts, Activists in the Business of Resistance & First Amendment Fighters have us ready to scratch back at the mid-terms. We’re less than 50 days from the midterm elections. How ya feeling, gritty kitties? We got a dose of inspiration and a swift kick in the ass this week at our second CatLadyPalooza event. Our a-meow-zing panelists wowed us with their knowledge and passion for democracy, voting rights, and the First Amendment. We talked to LaTosha Brown of Black Voters Matter Fund (and so much more!) Jacqueline De León of the Native American Rights Fund about how efforts to restrict voting affect the Black and Native American communities. LaTosha even graced us with a few bars of a song. Then, our fierce business owners shared how they resist fascism and hate with their storefronts. Musician Gwen Levey, Trevor Silva of My Cluck Hut soaps, Yesenia Prieto of Piñata Design Studio, and Marique Moss of Mashkiki Studios made us laugh and cry. Finally, The Washington Post’s Karen Attiah, independent journalist and lawyer Katie Phang, Cats on a Couch’s Amanda McGonigle, and Under the Desk News’ V Spehar discussed threats to the First Amendment and how they are fighting back every day. (Lawsuits, anyone?) We’re feeling inspired and ready to get to work for the next 50 days – and beyond.  Here are key links and handles so you can follow them AND follow up on their advice! Follow our panelists to help keep it going and support the good guys! Karen Attiah Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karenattiah/ (https://www.instagram.com/karenattiah/) Substack: https://karenattiah.substack.com (https://karenattiah.substack.com/) Artemis on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/artemisthebirman/ (https://www.instagram.com/artemisthebirman/) LaTosha Brown and Black Voters Matter Fund Black Voters Matter Fund on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blackvotersmtr/ (https://www.instagram.com/blackvotersmtr/) LaTosha Brown on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mslatoshabrown (https://www.instagram.com/mslatoshabrown) Black Voters Matter Fund Website: https://blackvotersmatterfund.org (https://blackvotersmatterfund.org/) Jacqueline De León and Native American Rights Fund Native American Rights Fund Website: https://vote.narf.org (https://vote.narf.org/) NARF on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nativeamericanrightsfund/ (https://www.instagram.com/nativeamericanrightsfund/) Gwen Levey Website: https://www.gwenleveyandthebreakdown.com (https://www.gwenleveyandthebreakdown.com/) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gwenleveymusic/ (https://www.instagram.com/gwenleveymusic/) Rise Above Justice Movement on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/riseabovejusticemovement/ (https://www.instagram.com/riseabovejusticemovement/) Amanda McGonigle and Cats on a Couch Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/catsonacouch_/ (https://www.instagram.com/catsonacouch_/) Marique Moss and Mashkiki Studios Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/honeycombhidatsa_/ (https://www.instagram.com/honeycombhidatsa_/) Mashkiki Studios Website: https://www.mashkikistudios.co (https://www.mashkikistudios.co/) Katie Phang Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katiephang/ (https://www.instagram.com/katiephang/) YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews (https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews) Yesenia Prieto and Piñata Design Studio Piñata Design Studio Website: https://www.pinatadesignstudio.com (https://www.pinatadesignstudio.com/) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pinata.design.studio (https://www.instagram.com/pinata.design.studio) Trevor Silva and My Cluck Hut My Cluck Hut Website: https://mycluckhut.com (https://mycluckhut.com/) My Cluck Hut on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mycluckhut/ (https://www.instagram.com/mycluckhut/) Gemma Smith Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gemmasmithnyc/ (https://www.instagram.com/gemmasmithnyc/) Catbaret on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/catbaretshow/ (https://www.instagram.com/catbaretshow/) V Spehar and Under the Desk News Website: https://underthedesknews.com (https://underthedesknews.com/) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/underthedesknews/ (https://www.instagram.com/underthedesknews/) YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@underthedesknews (https://www.youtube.com/@underthedesknews) Important Cat Ladies for America Links Website: https://catladiesforamerica.com (https://catladiesforamerica.com/) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CatLadiesforAmerica (https://www.facebook.com/CatLadiesforAmerica) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/catladiesforamerica (https://www.instagram.com/catladiesforamerica) Catty Chats Podcast/Vodcast: https://catladiesforamerica.com/catty-chats-vod-%26-podcast (https://catladiesforamerica.com/catty-chats-vod-%26-podcast) Our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@CatLadiesForAmerica (https://www.youtube.com/@CatLadiesForAmerica) Our Substack: https://catladiesforamerica.substack.com (https://catladiesforamerica.substack.com/) Sign up for the Action Cat mailing list: https://catladiesforamerica.com/how-to-get-involved (https://catladiesforamerica.com/how-to-get-involved) Learn more about getting involved in Cat Ladies for America: https://catladiesforamerica.com/how-to-get-involved (https://catladiesforamerica.com/how-to-get-involved) Support our work with a donation: https://catladiesforamerica.com/catladypalooza (https://catladiesforamerica.com/catladypalooza) Shop Cat Ladies for America and CatLadyPalooza merch! https://store.catladiesforamerica.com (https://store.catladiesforamerica.com/) Support Kilkenny Cat Art, the artist who designed our CatLadyPalooza logo! Kilkenny Cat Art Website: https://kilkennycat.art (https://kilkennycat.art/) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Kilkennycat_art/ (https://www.instagram.com/Kilkennycat_art/) Check Your Voter Registration And find out where and when to vote in your district.

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