Animals Today is a weekly talk show that entertains, enlightens and challenges listeners with a variety of topics related to animals, their interactions with people, and their place in society. Ranging from domestic pets and wild animals, to animal cruelty and law and industry, issues are explored through interviews with experts, special features, and commentary by Dr. Lori Kirshner.

Lori L. Kirshner, M.D.

Los Angeles native Lori Kirshner graduated from UCLA with a degree in biology and settled in Palm Springs after completing a residency in Ophthalmology.

A life long animal lover, in 2024 Lori founded the non-profit organization, Desert Paws, which promotes compassion and respect toward all animals. Each month Desert Paws publishes a full page Pet Adoption Ad in the Desert Sun featuring adoptable animals from all the shelters in the Coachella Valley.

For several years, Lori appeared on the KESQ Ch.3 television 'Show We Care' segment with a shelter animal promoting adoptions and giving practical tips on pet care. Lori is the recipient of the ARF award in 2024 for merit and service to the community, the Jefferson award in 2024, and the Linda Blair World Heart Foundation Advocate of the Year award.

As the host of Animals Today, Lori tackles the important and interesting topics concerning all animals and their place in society.

When not performing her duties as an eye surgeon, Lori enjoys exercising and being with her family including producer/husband Peter, and their adopted dogs and cats.