American Songwriter describes this week's guest as “a mod balladeer and indie folk goddess". Once they hear singer/songwriter Mara Connor talk about her beloved 5 year old poodle Josie they just might want to add "nature loving dog mom" to that description. We're excited to have this rising star on the show and share how this family dog adopted over covid quickly became hers, the many ways they are a in simpatico with one another and just what it took to win Best Rescue at their neighborhood block party. It's a great episode to listen to while you take your dog for a walk in the woods.

Mara will be playing live and on air at the WMOT Finally Friday show at Nashville’s 3rd & Lindsley on August 7th. Then heading across the pond for two shows in London on August 30th at The Gladstone Arms and September 9th at The Betsey Trotwood. For more info go to maraconnor.com/shows

Mara gave a well deserved shout out to Welcome Home Dog Rescue who, since 2013, has saved over 600 dogs from local shelters. All dogs are given needed medical care, spayed/neutered, fully vaccinated and microchipped. To adopt, foster, volunteer or donate visit welcomehomedogrescue.org

She also recognized Best Friends who are one of the brightest voices in the no-kill movement. To learn more about no-kill and what it takes for your community to achieve that status go to bestfriends.org

For more pics and clips of Mara and Josie follow the show on Instagram at @rockerdogcast