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The Diary of an Orange Cat
by Claire Jewitt
The Diary of an Orange Cat is a satirical fiction podcast by New Zealand writer Claire Jewitt.Told through the diary of Weasley — a thoughtful, slightly neurotic ginger cat — it offers a humorous and observant take on everyday life in a small harbour community.Blending comedy, storytelling, and social commentary, this diary-style podcast explores human behaviour with a wry, slightly sideways perspective.
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Episode 11 - An Unexpected Visitor
An unexpected visitor arrives in Diamond Harbour -opinionated… informed… and entirely unapologetic.While Weasley is still grappling with some health concerns of his own, the morning quickly becomes something of an impromptu analysis — complete with advice, certainty, and a few uncomfortable truths.Not all visitors are welcome … but some may leave you with more to think about than you’d expect.
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Episode 10 - C.A.T.
At this week’s Mindfulness Meeting, Serafina returns with a bold new initiative — Climate Action Together (C.A.T.) — and a plan to take urgent action in Diamond Harbour.There’s just one small detail…No one else seems entirely clear on what that action involves.Or why it requires superglue.Meanwhile, Weasley is dealing with concerns of his own — though, as usual, timing is not on his side.
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Episode 9 - What's New Pussycat
A change of venue leads to an unexpected revelation when Squeak introduces his latest idea — online dating.With questionable profile choices, unsolicited advice, and a photograph that doesn’t quite match reality, Weasley finds himself navigating a whole new kind of social experiment.#funnycats #catdiary
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Episode 13 - The Orange Guy
In this episode of The Diary of an Orange Cat, something unusual is happening in Diamond Harbour. The humans have retreated indoors, the streets have fallen quiet, and Weasley begins to suspect that perhaps… someone should take charge.As his campaign for Supreme Ruler of Cats gathers momentum, Weasley turns his attention to a global crisis — with confidence, conviction, and a plan that may or may not make any sense at all.Originally written during the early days of the 2020 lockdown, this diary entry feels… oddly familiar.The Orange Guy is Weasley at his most ambitious — and perhaps his most certain.🎧 New episodes released Sundays at 7pm NZ time.
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Episode 8 - Cats, Rats & Dogs
A long weekend brings an unwelcome visitor, a moment of reflection, and a bold attempt at feline heroism that doesn’t quite go to plan.As Weasley grapples with loss, responsibility, and rising anxiety levels, a well-intentioned idea quickly spirals into chaos — with consequences that are impossible to ignore.#DiaryOfAnOrangeCat #CatPodcast #FictionPodcast #NZPodcast #Satire #CatLife
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Episode 7 - The Lion Within
In this episode, Weasley is persuaded to attend a self-improvement workshop led by Whittaker — a Burmese cat with a reputation for wisdom and unlocking potential.Sceptical from the start, Weasley is less than thrilled when “facing your fears” involves a very large dog. But what begins as a dubious exercise soon leads to a surprising and deeply personal discovery.
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Episode 6 - The Cat Thief
As Christmas approaches in Diamond Harbour, parcels start disappearing and rumours of a crime wave spread through the neighbourhood.Serafina is convinced it’s all part of a much bigger problem. Weasley is… less convinced.But when an unexpected guest turns up under the house — along with a suspicious collection of stolen items — things suddenly feel a lot closer to home.A festive tale of mystery, mayhem, and one very reluctant orange cat.
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Episode 5 - S.P.U.N.C.
A new arrival to the group takes it upon herself to launch a socially responsible campaign… and before long, Weasley finds himself at the centre of something called S.P.U.N.C.As awareness spreads across the village, the response is… mixed.Featuring community meetings, social media chaos, and one very unfortunate acronym.
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Episode 4 - Cats in the Catnip
In this episode of The Diary of an Orange Cat, Weasley makes an alarming discovery — he’s been featured in the local newspaper.What follows is a day of mounting anxiety, questionable advice from Ron, and an encounter with a mysterious plant that leads to a complete and utter loss of dignity.Featuring: unexpected fame, philosophical ramblings, and the unpredictable effects of catnip.
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Episode 3 - The Cat Fight
In this entry from The Diary of an Orange Cat, a mysterious fight breaks out in the village, leaving behind a suspicious trail of ginger fur.As rumours begin to spread, Weasley finds himself unexpectedly at the centre of the drama — despite having absolutely no involvement whatsoever.With the help of his friend Ron, he sets out to investigate what really happened… though the evidence, gossip, and questionable detective work only seem to make matters worse.The Diary of an Orange Cat is based on the book The Woes of Weasley by Claire Jewitt.
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Episode 2 - The Man Cave
In this entry from The Diary of an Orange Cat, Weasley befriends a skinny ginger cat who claims to be homeless. After sharing a few meals and discovering a mysterious human institution known as a man cave, the two spend an evening swapping stories about village gossip, romantic exploits, and the complicated social lives of local cats.But as the night unfolds, Weasley begins to suspect that his new friend may not be quite what he claims.The Diary of an Orange Cat is based on the book The Woes of Weasley by Claire Jewitt.
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Episode 1 - Meet Weasley
In this first episode of The Diary of an Orange Cat, Weasley explains how he came to live with his new owner in a small harbour community in New Zealand, and why he decided to start keeping a diary.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
The Diary of an Orange Cat is a satirical fiction podcast by New Zealand writer Claire Jewitt.Told through the diary of Weasley — a thoughtful, slightly neurotic ginger cat — it offers a humorous and observant take on everyday life in a small harbour community.Blending comedy, storytelling, and social commentary, this diary-style podcast explores human behaviour with a wry, slightly sideways perspective.
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