Unconditional with Maggie Lawson

Welcome to “Unconditional with Maggie Lawson,” a podcast that explores the deep bonds we share with our pets. Join Maggie as she chats with celebrities about their furry friends, uncovering heartfelt stories and the joy animals bring to our lives. Each episode reveals the transformative power of these relationships and features insights from animal experts on the healing effects of our companions. Whether you’re a dog lover, a cat enthusiast, or simply seeking genuine connection, tune in to celebrate the unconditional love that pets provide. This podcast celebrates the idea that while we often talk about rescuing pets, they rescue us in countless ways every day. So join us every week to be reminded that some relationships really are… unconditional.

Latest Episodes:

Get Back on the Horse with Katherine Schwarzenegger Pratt Nov 07, 2025

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In this special crossover of Me Time and Unconditional, Maggie Lawson sits down with New York Times bestselling author, animal advocate, and mom Katherine Schwarzenegger Pratt to talk about her new children’s book Kat and Brandy, a true story inspired by her childhood bond with a horse that taught her about bravery, healing, and the magic of unconditional love.

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That’s a Wrap on Season 2! Jul 30, 2025

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Maggie wraps Season 2 with a heartfelt thank you! Stay tuned for more incredible stories, inspiring guests, and the unconditional bonds we share with our pets.

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Melvin and Isaac's Journey with Positive Change and Rescue Dogs Jul 23, 2025

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In this episode, Maggie is back with Positive Change founder Zach Skow. This time they’re joined by Melvin Jones and Isaac Delarosa: whose lives were forever changed by working with rescue dogs that transformed their old identities and gave them new purpose.

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From Adventures to Goodbyes with Timothy Omundson Jul 17, 2025

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In this special crossover episode with The Psychologists Are In, Maggie sits down with Tim as he reflects on life with his dogs - from adventures to goodbyes - and the impact they’ve had along the way.

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Emily Bett Rickards & Her Soul Dog Ophelia Jul 09, 2025

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Emily Bett Rickards joins Maggie to share how rescuing her dog Ophelia from the streets of India changed her life, and further deepened her love for animals. They also talk about how pets have always been such a big part of their lives.

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911 Real Life Rescue with Oliver Stark Jul 02, 2025

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Actor Oliver Stark shares the wild rescue story of his dogs Bear, Oak, and Jade. Listen to how he turned into a real life hero for his furry friends and how they changed his life.

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The Healing Power of Rumi Jun 25, 2025

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Actress Azita Ghanizada joins Maggie to share how her dog Rumi helped her through the pandemic, a difficult relationship, and her father’s final days, offering joy, emotional support, and even protection. From flying first class to sensing danger, Rumi isn’t just a pet, she’s family, healer, and hero.

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Wally, Weddings & What Comes Next Jun 18, 2025

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Maggie sits down with Hannah Brown to talk about her hilarious and heartfelt bond with her dog Wally, and her new book The Four Engagement Rings of Sybil Reign, a messy, romantic, and sun-soaked story of second chances.

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The Dogist is Batman Jun 11, 2025

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The Dogist, Elias Weiss Friedman, joins Maggie to talk about how he started his Instagram profile and grew it to millions of followers, what changed in his life when he adopted his dog Elsa and some of his inspirations for writing his new book This Dog Will Change Your Life.

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Three Legs, Infinite Love with Giacomo Gianniotti Jun 04, 2025

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Actor Giacomo Gianniotti joins Maggie on this episode of Unconditional to share the powerful story of adopting Jazz, his three-legged dog rescued from the Lovejoy Foundation. Their heartfelt conversation explores the unexpected gifts of adopting special needs animals and the joy Jazz has brought into Giacomo’s life.

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