Episode 20: "Loyalty Isn’t Just Staying—It’s Supporting"

Join Monkey the Talking Cat and his hilarious, lovable friends—Brooklyn the playful Lab, Teddy the wise German Shepherd, and Olivff the shy feline—as they embark on exciting adventures that teach valuable life lessons for kids and families alike!

From discovering the magic of kind words to solving tricky problems with teamwork, Monkey shares lessons about friendship, communication, resilience, and having fun along the way. 🐱💬✨

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Transcript

Tyler: 0:12

"Hey there, my fur-tastic friends! Welcome back to The Monkey the Cat Podcast! I’m Monkey, your favorite talking cat, and today, we’re talking about something that makes friendships, families, and even teams stronger. Our lesson today? Loyalty isn’t just staying—it’s supporting. A lot of people think loyalty just means being there for someone. But the truth is, it’s about what you do when you’re there. And I learned this lesson in the most unexpected way—with my best friend Brooklyn and a big, muddy puddle.""It all started on a bright, sunny afternoon. Brooklyn, my bouncy Lab sister, Teddy, my smart German Shepherd buddy, and I were playing in the backyard. Mom and Dad were inside—Mom was working on her accounting reports, and Dad was grading papers for his students. Now, Brooklyn LOVES playing in the dirt. She was racing back and forth, wagging her tail, kicking up dust, and barking happily. Then… it happened. Brooklyn wasn’t paying attention, and—SPLASH!—she ran straight into a giant, muddy puddle! Mud went everywhere! Her golden fur turned brown, her paws sank into the squishy ground, and she looked up at us with big, wide eyes.‘Uh-oh…’ Brooklyn mumbled. Teddy and I stared. And I hate to admit it, but at first, I laughed.‘Brooklyn! You look like a walking mud monster!’ I giggled. Teddy chuckled too.‘Yeah, you’re gonna need the biggest bath ever.’ Brooklyn’s tail lowered.‘I know… and Mom’s gonna be so upset. I don’t know how to clean this off before she sees me.’ That’s when I noticed something. Brooklyn wasn’t laughing. She wasn’t wagging her tail. She looked worried. And that’s when it hit me—loyalty isn’t about standing there while your friend struggles. It’s about stepping in to help.""So, I stopped laughing and took a deep breath.‘Okay, Brooklyn. Let’s fix this. Teddy and I will help you clean up before Mom sees.’ Brooklyn’s ears perked up.‘You will?’ Teddy nodded.‘Of course! That’s what friends do.’ And just like that, our muddy mission began!🔹First, we found an old towel from the porch.🔹Then, we led Brooklyn over to the grass to shake off the extra mud.(Which, by the way, covered me in dirt!)🔹Finally, we helped her clean her paws in the water bowl before sneaking inside for a quick rinse in the sink. By the time we were done, Brooklyn was back to her golden self—just in time for Mom to walk in. She glanced at us.‘You three look… suspicious. What’s going on?’ Brooklyn wagged her tail nervously.‘Uhh… nothing?’ Mom smirked, but she didn’t ask any more questions. Teddy and I just grinned. Because that’s what loyalty is—it’s not just standing next to your friend when things go wrong. It’s helping them through it." What We Learned Today🔹Loyalty isn’t just being there—it’s supporting the people(or pets!) you care about.🔹If a friend is struggling, don’t just watch—help.🔹Laughing with someone is fun. Laughing at someone when they’re upset? Not so much.🔹The best friendships are built on trust, kindness, and teamwork."So, here’s my challenge for YOU today: Be a loyal friend!✅Help someone out when they need it.✅Encourage a friend who’s feeling down.✅And most importantly—show your support, not just with words, but with actions! Thanks for tuning in to The Monkey the Cat Podcast! Don’t forget to subscribe, share, and most importantly—be the kind of friend who lifts others up, no matter what! Until next time, my pawsome pals—stick by your friends, show up for your family, and always help those who need you! Bye for now!"