New York News

About New York News

American Pit Bull explores the history, psychology, working ability, controversies, and enduring cultural legacy of one of America’s most recognizable and misunderstood dogs. From its roots in the bull-and-terrier dogs of Britain to its development on American farms and its transformation into a cultural symbol, each episode examines a different piece of the pit bull story. We’ll separate documented history from mythology while exploring temperament, breeding, training, genetics, famous bloodlines, working dogs, public perception, and the complicated relationship between humans and the American Pit Bull Terrier.

Publisher

Circle Of Insight Productions

Category

education · kids & family · science

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

26 Nov 2020

Latest episode

19 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

86 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   19 Oct 2026

   The Demon Dog: How Pit Bulls Became Symbols of Fear

   For generations, pit bulls have been portrayed as dangerous, unpredictable, and sometimes almost monstrous animals. But how did a group of dogs once celebrated for strength, loyalty, and determination become symbols of fear? In this Halloween-inspired episode, we explore the disturbing history of dogfighting, sensationalized media coverage, and the psychology that transformed the pit bull into America’s most controversial dog. Along the way, we examine what science actually tells us about canine aggression and whether our fears reflect reality, experience, or the stories we have been taught to believe.

2. 

   11 Oct 2026

   Why Pit Bulls Are So Powerful: The Science of the Canine Athlete

   What makes the American Pit Bull Terrier such a remarkable canine athlete? From muscular development and biomechanics to explosive acceleration and endurance, we examine the physiology behind the breed’s athletic abilities. Discover how genetics, muscle fibers, skeletal structure, and conditioning work together to produce strength and agility in a relatively compact dog.

3. 

   7 Oct 2026

   What Exactly Is a Pit Bull? The Breed vs. the Label

   What exactly is a pit bull? Although the term is used constantly, it doesn’t always describe the same kind of dog. The American Pit Bull Terrier is a specific breed, while “pit bull” has also become a broad label applied to several breeds and mixed-breed dogs with similar physical characteristics. In this episode, we separate the American Pit Bull Terrier from the much larger and often confusing category of dogs commonly called pit bulls. You can get our dog Psychology book from amazon.com

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

1 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 13 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

26

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

0

Contact New York News

Guest appearances

Books guests

Based on episode analysis; this does not confirm that the show is currently accepting guests.