The Nathan Markley Show

The official podcast of Nathan Markley.

S3Ep5: Rhode Island Feline Rescue | Fostering, Adoption & Auto Q&A (Ask a Mechanic) 04/13/2026

S3Ep5: Rhode Island Feline Rescue | Fostering, Adoption & Auto Q&A (Ask a Mechanic) This episode was recorded live on Friday, April 10, 2026 on WNRI 1380AM & 99.9FM in Woonsocket, RI. In this episode of The Nathan Markley Show, we sit down with Nancy Dyer, Director of Rhode Island Feline Rescue, to talk all about cat adoption, fostering, and how you can help local animals in need. We cover everything from: How cat fostering works (and why it’s so rewarding), The adoption process and what to expect, What to do if you find a stray or feral cat, Costs, vet care, and supplies provided by the rescue, How YOU can get involved in Rhode Island. Plus, in the second half of the show, we switch gears to our Ask a Mechanic segment: What it means when your car “monitors aren’t set”, How to pass emissions inspections, Exhaust system issues & fixes, Advice on buying a used car and towing capacity. Learn More / Get Involved: Help local cats find their forever home! Adopt, foster, or donate to Rhode Island Feline Rescue - Sponsors and Affiliates: Get a month free of podcasting service with Libsyn using the link and promo code 'NATHAN' below. Sign up & have your voice heard—everywhere! Get on Apple & Spotify, get critical stats & everything you need to sound your best and grow your show!! - Chapters: 00:00 Intro, Show Opening, & Welcome 02:00 Guest Introduction – Rhode Island Feline Rescue 03:00 What the Rescue Does (Foster-Based Model) 04:00 How Cat Intake & Foster Placement Works 05:00 What To Do If You Find a Stray Cat 06:15 Feral Cats vs Strays Explained 07:15 Should You Feed Outdoor Cats? 08:05 What Ear-Clipping Means 09:00 How to Become a Foster in Rhode Island 10:00 Cost of Fostering & What’s Included 11:00 Food, Supplies & Vet Care Covered 12:00 Adoption Process Explained 13:30 What is a “Foster Fail”? 16:30 How to View Available Cats 17:30 How Long Cats Stay in Foster 18:45 When Cats Become Available for Adoption 19:30 Adoption Screening & Vet Checks 20:30 Adoption Fees Breakdown 21:30 What Comes With an Adopted Cat 23:00 Meeting Your Future Cat 24:00 Donations & Most Needed Supplies 25:00 Surrendering a Cat 26:00 How Many Cats Are in Care 27:00 Where Rescue Cats Come From 28:00 Fun Cat Names Story 30:00 Most Rewarding Part of Rescue Work 32:45 Where to Learn More / Contact Info 36:00 Ask a Mechanic Begins 37:30 What “Monitors Not Set” Means 40:00 Emissions Testing Explained 43:00 Caller Story 48:00 Exhaust Rattle Issue Advice 50:00 Buying a Used Car & Towing RVs 54:00 Show Wrap-Up Have an automotive question for our “Ask a Mechanic” segment? Submit your questions here: Listen to the show every Friday night at 6:05pm EST on WNRI 1380 AM 99.9 FM or online at . Help Spread The Word Share this episode and podcast with your family and friends. If you dug this episode, head over to Apple Podcast and kindly leave me a review and follow the show! Follow The Nathan Markley Show wherever you listen to podcasts! Apple Podcasts: Spotify: YouTube: Website: Follow Nathan on: Instagram: Facebook: /episode/index/show/nathanmarkley/id/40822420

S3Ep4: Slate Truck Deep Dive + Spring Car Maintenance 04/05/2026

S3Ep3: Torque, Transmissions, and the "Blank Slate" EV 03/29/2026

S3Ep3: Torque, Transmissions, and the "Blank Slate" EV This episode was recorded live on Friday, March 27, 2026 on WNRI 1380AM & 99.9FM in Woonsocket, RI. In this episode, Nathan and his dad dive deep into the mechanics of your vehicle and the future of the automotive industry. We kick things off by answering a question from last week: What exactly is a foot-pound? Nathan’s dad breaks down the science of torque, clamping force, and why a calibrated torque wrench is a mechanic's best friend. Later, we shift gears to discuss Slate Auto, the new American EV company backed by Jeff Bezos. Discover why their "blank slate" pickup truck is disrupting the market with a modular design, DIY upgrades, and a 3D-printing-friendly approach. We also take a live caller’s questions about transmission maintenance, explaining the difference between a drain-and-fill versus a power flush. Get a month free of podcasting service with Libsyn using the link and promo code 'NATHAN' below. Sign up & have your voice heard—everywhere! Get on Apple & Spotify, get critical stats & everything you need to sound your best and grow your show!! - Have an automotive question for our “Ask a Mechanic” segment? Submit your questions here: Chapters: 00:00 Intro & Welcome to the Nathan Markley Show 01:48 Meet the Co-Host: Nathan's Dad 03:10 The Power of Local Radio & Global Podcasting 06:18 Revisit: What are ASE Certifications? 08:25 Tech Talk: What exactly is a "Foot-Pound"? 13:17 Clamping Force vs. Twisting Torque 16:42 Choosing the Right Tools: Torque Wrenches & Breaker Bars 18:25 Analog vs. Digital: Which Torque Wrench is Best? 21:14 Torque Specs for Common Vehicles 23:55 Mid-Show Break: How to Start Your Own Podcast (Libsyn) 25:20 Looking for a New Car: The "Slate Auto" Concept 27:55 The Modular EV: From Pickup to SUV 31:10 Accessories and 3D Printing for the Blank Slate 36:55 Listener Call: Transmission Maintenance 101 38:50 Flush vs. Drain & Fill: What's the Difference? 45:22 Totaled Cars: Unibody vs. Body-on-Frame 49:30 Manual Transmissions: 3-Speeds vs. 6-Speeds 52:28 Closing Remarks & Next Week’s Preview Listen to the show every Friday night at 6:05pm EST on WNRI 1380 AM 99.9 FM or online at . Help Spread The Word Share this episode and podcast with your family and friends. If you dug this episode, head over to Apple Podcast and kindly leave me a review and follow the show! Follow The Nathan Markley Show wherever you listen to podcasts! Apple Podcasts: Spotify: YouTube: Website: Follow Nathan on: Instagram: Facebook: /episode/index/show/nathanmarkley/id/40660625

S3Ep2: New Apple Gear and the Future of Driving 03/15/2026

S3Ep2: New Apple Gear and the Future of Driving This episode was recorded live on Friday, March 13, 2026 on WNRI 1380AM & 99.9FM in Woonsocket, RI. This week on The Nathan Markley Show, Nathan breaks down Apple’s latest announcements, including the new MacBook Neo, budget iPhone, and updated iPads. He shares why the MacBook Neo could be a game-changer for students, everyday users, and anyone looking for an affordable Apple laptop. Plus, the show shifts into the Ask the Mechanic segment with a discussion on modern automotive technology like adaptive cruise control, automatic braking, and ADAS safety features. Have an automotive question for our “Ask a Mechanic” segment? Submit your questions here: Chapters: 00:00 Intro 01:05 Welcome back to the Nathan Markley Show 02:11 Meet the Co-Host: Introducing Glenn Markley 02:40 Phone Lines & Call-In Info 03:58 Tech News: Apple’s New "MacBook Neo" Announcement 07:14 Windows 10 Support Ending & Upgrade Paths 08:55 MacBook Neo Specs: USB-C, Monitors, and Software 11:13 Touch ID & Unified Memory Explained 13:11 Battery Life and Fanless Design 15:53 New iPhone 17E & MagSafe Charging 18:22 iPad Air M4 Update: Is it worth the upgrade? 19:08 iPad vs. Laptop: Which one do you actually need? 22:31 Where to Follow & Podcast Links 23:42 Sponsor Spotlight: Lydia Smith (Century 21) 24:45 Segment: Ask a Mechanic - Intro to ADAS 25:38 Listener Call: Where to find show recordings 27:32 What is ADAS? (Advanced Driver Assist Systems) 28:34 Automatic High Beams & Forward-Facing Cameras 33:02 Sensor Fusion: How cameras and software work together 34:03 Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) 35:54 Driving in Fog: When to disable automatic systems 38:58 Adaptive Cruise Control: Tap-up vs. Tap-down 42:22 How Radar Sensors and Throttle Motors Work 45:36 Cruise Control Distance Settings & Tips 47:18 Lane Keep Assist vs. Lane Centering (The "Ping-Pong" Effect) 48:58 How the car knows your hands are off the wheel 51:03 Backup Cameras & Steering Angle Sensors 52:20 Outro Listen to the show every Friday night at 6:05pm EST on WNRI 1380 AM 99.9 FM or online at . Help Spread The Word Share this episode and podcast with your family and friends. If you dug this episode, head over to Apple Podcast and kindly leave me a review and follow the show! Follow The Nathan Markley Show wherever you listen to podcasts! Apple Podcasts: Spotify: YouTube: Website: Follow Nathan on: Instagram: Facebook: Get a month free of podcasting service with Libsyn using the link and promo code 'NATHAN' below. Sign up & have your voice heard—everywhere! Get on Apple & Spotify, get critical stats & everything you need to sound your best and grow your show!! - /episode/index/show/nathanmarkley/id/40484875

Protect IDEA 03/11/2026

S3E1: Back on the Radio! 03/08/2026

S2E6: Celebrating Local Creativity: Shop RI’s Small Business Saturday 12/10/2024

S2E5: Unleashing Potential: The Entrepreneurs Redefining Ability - Part 3 03/31/2024

S2E4: Unleashing Potential: The Entrepreneurs Redefining Ability - Part 2 03/28/2024

S2E3: Unleashing Potential: The Entrepreneurs Redefining Ability - Part 1 03/27/2024

S2E2: Seth Salois from The Fogarty Center 02/24/2024

S2E1: Susan Raposo from Best Life RI 02/15/2024

#65 - Understanding Autism - A Personal Journey 08/12/2023

#65 - Understanding Autism - A Personal Journey In this heartfelt episode of "The Nathan Markley Show" Nathan opens up about his personal journey living with Autism. He shares his challenges, triumphs, and the misconceptions surrounding this neurological condition. With a mission to promote understanding and empathy, Nathan discusses the importance of routine, self-expression, and having a support system. He addresses common misconceptions about autism and highlights its unique gifts. Nathan's insights aim to inspire and create a more inclusive and understanding world. Topics Covered: Nathan's childhood diagnosis of autism. Challenges with social interactions and understanding social cues. The value of routine in managing anxiety and maintaining control. Finding outlets for self-expression through podcasting and photography. The significance of a strong support system, including family and pets. Embracing moments of difficulty, adaptation, and seeking help. Utilizing exercise to manage stress and anxiety. Highlighting that everyone faces their own struggles. Dispelling misconceptions about autism, including emotional depth and uniqueness. Celebrating the unique perspective and gifts that autism can bring. Nathan's gratitude for the journey and his role as a role model. Encouraging inclusivity, understanding, and celebrating uniqueness. By sharing his personal story, Nathan aims to inspire others, create awareness, and foster a sense of unity and compassion among his listeners. #AutismSpectrumDisorder #LivingWithAutism #PersonalJourney #AutismAwareness Get up to 2 months free podcasting service with Libsyn using the link and promo code 'NATHAN' below. Sign up & have your voice heard—everywhere! Get on Apple & Spotify, get critical stats & everything you need to sound your best and grow your show!! - Help Spread The Word Share this episode and podcast with your family and friends. If you dug this episode, head over to Apple Podcast and kindly leave me a review and follow the show! Follow The Nathan Markley Show wherever you listen to audio! Listen on Listen on Listen on Here’s the Support The Nathan Markley Show on a recurring or one-time basis to help sustain future episodes! - /episode/index/show/nathanmarkley/id/27736176