Psychic Shirley Scott discusses animal communication and new books on Close Up Radio

Animal communicator and psychic Shirley Scott was featured on Close Up Radio on Oct. 20, where she discussed her readings, pet communication work and upcoming books. The interview highlights her long-running niche in spiritual guidance and how her farm life shapes her animal readings.

Why it matters: - Shirley Scott’s interview spotlights a niche spiritual-service business built around readings for people and animals. - The appearance also tees up two new books, including one focused on artificial intelligence and another told from a goat’s point of view. - Scott’s work blends pet communication, grief-related messages and personal guidance, which gives the interview appeal across wellness, spirituality and pet audiences.

What happened: - Close Up Radio featured psychic and animal communicator Shirley Scott in an interview with Jim Masters on Tuesday, Oct. 20, at 3 p.m. Eastern. - The conversation returned Scott to the podcast for another appearance. - Scott discussed her work with pet talks and readings, plus new developments in her writing.

The details: - Scott said a toxic food experience about 25 years ago led to an out-of-body episode and a change in her life and career path. - Scott says that experience brought on psychic abilities that have since guided her work with humans and animals. - Scott has published several books on ghosts, demons, spirits and communicating with animals. - Scott has also appeared on podcasts before, including prior Close Up Radio episodes. - Scott says she has communicated with animals in countries including Italy, Germany and Spain. - Scott says her readings come through in different forms, including spirit-guide messages, words, mental images or a sense of knowing. - Scott asks clients to prepare a list of questions before a reading so time and energy stay focused on priority issues. - Scott said her early experiences with spirits were frightening before she studied with another psychic and better understood her gifts. - Scott said her advice can range from practical guidance, such as rest and diet, to help with stress, confidence, career choices, relationships and medical issues. - Scott said each reading begins fresh, without judgment or stigma from prior sessions. - Scott said she has worked with all kinds of animals, including alligators, zebras and praying mantises. - Scott said animals read facial expressions, pheromones, body language and vocalizations, and can build mental associations around words and routines. - Scott said her rural life in the Imnaha area gives her frequent opportunities to talk with horses and cows. - Scott said she also learns how farm animals feel about work, ropes and reins. - Scott’s children’s book is told from the voice of a goat named Rigger and reflects a real-life farm evacuation during a fire in the Imnaha area. - Scott said her new book, The Last Decision, should be out before the end of the year. - Scott said The Last Decision examines AI and how it could control people unless they learn to ask better questions now. - Scott said she is selective about where she shares her story and was glad to speak with Jim Masters. - Listeners can hear the episode on Apple Podcasts, iHeartRadio and Spotify. - More information about Scott’s work and publications is available at her website.

Between the lines: - The interview frames Scott as both a spiritual adviser and an animal communicator, a combination that helps distinguish her in a crowded wellness and podcast landscape. - The new book topics suggest Scott is expanding beyond readings into broader cultural commentary, especially around AI and family-friendly storytelling. - The farm evacuation story adds a personal, grounding angle that may make her spiritual work feel more relatable to listeners.

What’s next: - Scott said The Last Decision is expected before the end of the year. - The interview gives Scott another public platform to promote her books, readings and animal-communication work. - Close Up Radio listeners can expect more discussion of her pet readings and rural life if she returns again.