Last Podcast On The Left
Last Podcast On The Left
"Ghost cats much like living cats don't always behave the way we would want them to. In other words, not all ghost cats are good kitties, but as Randy Russell maintains all ghost cats have one thing in common. They exist." — Henry Zebrowski
"The cat Sith would steal the unclaimed soul of the freshly dead before the proper gods could get around to retrieving it." — Ben Kissel
"Cats are here less to observe you than to train you. That has been noted by those who live with cats as companions that training is something that cats do, not people." — Henry Zebrowski
The episode begins by setting a lighter tone after a period of heavy topics, introducing the subject of "ghost cats of the South" as a palate cleanser. The hosts discuss the concept of residual psychic energy and unfinished business in relation to feline spirits, humorously contemplating what a cat's unfinished business might entail. The conversation then pivots to a book titled "Ghost Cats of the South," which, while not a definitive source of folklore, leads them to explore specific stories, starting with the "orange tabby of Davenport House" in Savannah, Georgia. They discuss the various reported hauntings at the house and the legend of the feline presence, speculating on whether it's a genuine ghost or simply a living cat.
The discussion then shifts to the "Washington demon cat" (DC) in the nation's capital, with its origins linked to the construction of the Capitol building. This entity is described as appearing as a kitten that grows into a panther-like creature, reportedly a harbinger of calamitous events. The hosts playfully debate the reality of such encounters and the potential psychological states of those who report them. The narrative moves across the Atlantic to Scotland, exploring the folklore of the "cat Sith," a creature believed to steal souls of the deceased. The episode delves into the methods historically used to ward off the cat Sith, including games and riddles, and touches upon the belief that cat Siths were witches who could transform into cats.
A significant portion of the episode is dedicated to the speculative theories of Robert Shapiro, who channels an entity named "Grandfather" or "Zeus," suggesting that some pets, particularly cats, are not just animals but potentially alien surveillance vessels or even aliens themselves. The hosts examine the claims of an extraterrestrial cat entity named "Betha Aghalla" from the planet "Teth Thia," whose purpose on Earth is to train humans for spiritual oneness. They humorously dissect the alien's supposed appearance and purpose, contrasting it with the simpler explanation of dogs being on Earth to have fun. The episode concludes with an exploration of how humans might achieve higher consciousness through a mental and emotional connection with their cats, emphasizing the importance of never engaging in physical contact. They also touch on the hosts' live show and thank their Patreon supporters.