Just a heads up before listening.

There's explicit language throughout this series that might not be suitable for all ears.

Also, if you're interested, we have photos, links, and more at nhpr.org slash tibs.

Hey, what's that?

This store owner stole her cat.

I want to start by playing you a little sound.

It's from a protest.

Hey, what's that?

I'll do my best to describe what's happening.

But it's not easy.

It's a strange scene.

I wasn't there, but I've spoken to people who were,

and there's plenty of videos.

The protest takes place in Manchester, New Hampshire.

Bright sunny June day last summer.

There are five people standing on a sidewalk,

evenly spaced in front of a business.

Maybe you think there's a lot to protest these days.

Maybe you don't.

But this is not a protest you've seen on the news before.

This protest is about someone's pet.

If the internet didn't teach you anything, you don't fuck with people's cats.

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