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  Why Is This Cat Walking on Its Toes? The Vet’s Surprising Diagnosis Will Shock You! 19.08.2026 39min

  cat that suddenly started walking on its tiptoes leaves everyone scratching their heads. In this episode of Medical Mysteries with Dr. Courtney, Dr. Courtney Campbell joins veterinary surgeon Dr. Rebecca Webb to unravel a baffling feline case. Could an unusual gait be the clue that leads to a surprising diagnosis? Tune in to find out if they can get this kitty back on all four paws.
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  Living Well with Dr. Jessica Turner: Behind the Scenes of WVC Nashville with Viticus Group CEO Andrea Davis 12.08.2026 35min

  What does it take to bring one of veterinary medicine’s most iconic conferences to Music City for the very first time? On this episode of Living Well with Dr. Jessica Turner, Dr. Jessica sits down with Andrea Davis, CEO of Viticus Group, the organization behind the legendary WVC veterinary conferences, for a behind-the-scenes look at WVC Nashville and the people, planning, and big ideas bringing this nearly 100-year-old veterinary tradition to Nashville. Andrea shares what goes into creating a conference veterinarians genuinely don’t want to miss, from hundreds of hours of continuing education and hands-on learning to KNACK Tracks, incredible speakers, live music, networking, and unforgettable events. WVC Nashville is taking everything veterinarians love about WVC and mixing in a serious dose of Music City energy. But this conversation goes well beyond the conference. Jessica and Andrea talk candidly about leadership, ambition, family, and what it means to build a career at the highest levels of veterinary medicine. Andrea shares her perspective on leading as a female CEO in an industry where women dominate the profession but remain far less represented in its top executive roles. They also talk about something many working parents understand all too well: how to pursue a big career while still making room for the people who matter most.   Sign up here: https://www.viticusgroup.org/wvc-nashville?utm_campaign=45126685-WVCN26%20-%20Vet%20Candy&utm_source=1600x400px%20%28leaderboard%20webpage%20ad%29&utm_content=1600x400px%20%28leaderboard%20webpage%20ad%29   And this week, both Andrea and Jessica are bringing their families along for the WVC Nashville experience, proving that sometimes the best business trip can also include a little family time, great music, and a whole lot of Nashville. Dr. Jessica will be at WVC Nashville as a Vet Candy Ambassador, and you can meet her in person on Monday at the Chewy booth, where she’ll be signing copies of her new book, Blackbird. Stop by, say hello, and grab a free signed copywhile supplies last. It’s leadership, veterinary medicine, family, CE, and Music City all rolled into one episode. WVC Nashville is here. And if Andrea Davis has anything to say about it, Nashville is only the beginning.   #veterinarymedicine #wvcnashville #vetmed #animalhealth 
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  Brain Smarts Live from Nashville: A Career Coach, a Trivia Gauntlet, and One Delusional Honky Tonk Singer 08.08.2026 23min

  Brain Smarts Live from WVC Nashville, with The Career Coach Vet, Dr. Ashley Hopkins Hosts Clay and Caitlin Palmer bring Brain Smarts live from Nashville ahead of WVC Nashville 2026. Guest Dr. Ashley Hopkins, Career Coach Vet and founder of Hopper Vet, takes on trivia covering Bobcat Fever in cats, proposed UK veterinary reforms, and Arizona State University's fast track to full AVMA accreditation. Then an uninvited guest from the previous night's honky tonk crashes the taping with a career plan that is, generously, ambitious.   Recorded live ahead of WVC Nashville, August 15 to 18 at Music City Center.   Join us at WVC Nashville by registering here: https://www.viticusgroup.org/wvc-nashville?utm_campaign=45126685-WVCN26%20-%20Vet%20Candy&utm_source=1600x400px%20%28leaderboard%20webpage%20ad%29&utm_content=1600x400px%20%28leaderboard%20webpage%20ad%29     #veterinary #vetmed #veterinarymedicine #funnypodcast #comedy
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  Brain Smarts LIVE from WVC Nashville with Dr. Ashley Hopkins 08.08.2026 23min

   Hosts Clay and Caitlin Palmer bring Brain Smarts live from Nashville ahead of WVC Nashville 2026. Guest Dr. Ashley Hopkins, Career Coach Vet and founder of Hopper Vet, takes on trivia covering Bobcat Fever in cats, proposed UK veterinary reforms, and Arizona State University's fast track to full AVMA accreditation. Then an uninvited guest from the previous night's honky tonk crashes the taping with a career plan that is, generously, ambitious. Recorded live ahead of WVC Nashville, August 15 to 18 at Music City Center.   Join us at WVC Nashville by registering here: https://www.viticusgroup.org/wvc-nashville?utm_campaign=45126685-WVCN26%20-%20Vet%20Candy&utm_source=1600x400px%20%28leaderboard%20webpage%20ad%29&utm_content=1600x400px%20%28leaderboard%20webpage%20ad%29     #veterinary #vetmed #veterinarymedicine #funnypodcast #comedy
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  Can a Veterinary Neurologist Beat the News? Dr. Lauren Koos Takes the Brain Smarts Challenge | WVC Nashville 2026 13.07.2026 41min

  Can one of veterinary medicine's top neurologists outsmart the week's biggest headlines? On this special WVC Nashville 2026 edition of Brain Smarts, hosts Caitlin and Clay Palmer put Dr. Lauren Downey Koos—clinical neurologist at BluePearl Veterinary and WVC Nashville headliner—through Vet Candy's fast-paced veterinary trivia showdown. From CRISPR-engineered screwworms to augmented reality surgery, a $230 million veterinary teaching hospital, and the surprising science behind your cat's slow blink, Dr. Koos breaks down what's hype, what's real, and why these stories matter to veterinarians. Along the way, she tackles rapid-fire questions, shares specialist insights, and proves that even neurologists can be stumped. In this episode: Colorado State University's game-changing $230 million veterinary expansion The USDA's $105 million plan to stop the New World Screwworm Could augmented reality become the future of veterinary surgery? The science behind why slow blinking at cats actually works A lightning-round made just for veterinary neurologists Whether you're a veterinarian, veterinary technician, student, or simply obsessed with veterinary medicine, you'll walk away with surprising facts, practical takeaways, and a few laughs. About Dr. Lauren Downey Koos Dr. Lauren Downey Koos is a clinical neurologist at BluePearl Veterinary in Franklin, Tennessee, and a featured speaker at WVC Nashville 2026, where she'll share the latest advances in veterinary neurology. About Brain Smarts Brain Smarts is Vet Candy's fast-paced veterinary news game show, where the brightest minds in veterinary medicine compete against the week's biggest headlines. Think Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me!—but for veterinarians. Don't miss WVC Nashville 2026! Join thousands of veterinary professionals August 15–18 in Nashville for four days of world-class CE, hands-on labs, networking, and the biggest names in veterinary medicine—including Dr. Lauren Koos. Sign up here: https://www.viticusgroup.org/wvc-nashville?utm_campaign=45126685-WVCN26%20-%20Vet%20Candy&utm_content=280x1920px%20%28webpage%20ad%29&utm_source=280x1920px%20%28webpage%20ad%29 Subscribe to Vet Candy for weekly veterinary news, research, expert guests, and trivia that every veterinary professional should know.   #veterinarypodcast #vetcandy #veterinarian #veterinarymedicine #animalhealth
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  Dr. Stephen Carey Has Main Character Energy on Brain Smarts 06.07.2026 31min

  Can an internal medicine specialist outsmart the week's wildest veterinary headlines? On this episode of Brain Smarts, hosts Caitlin and Clay Palmer welcome Dr. Stephen Carey, veterinary internal medicine specialist and Associate Dean at Michigan State University College of Veterinary Medicine, for a fast-paced game comedy show.   Sign up for WVC Nashville here: https://www.viticusgroup.org/wvc-nashville?utm_campaign=45126685-WVCN26%20-%20Vet%20Candy&utm_content=280x1920px%20%28webpage%20ad%29&utm_source=280x1920px%20%28webpage%20ad%29   From surprising research and bizarre animal stories to the latest breakthroughs in veterinary medicine, Dr. Carey puts his knowledge (and sense of humor) to the test. Along the way, you'll hear about some of the biggest stories shaping the profession and get a preview of one of the featured speakers at WVC Nashville 2026. Whether you're a veterinarian, veterinary student, technician, or simply love veterinary medicine, this episode delivers laughs, learning, and plenty of unexpected moments. In this episode: Veterinary news trivia and current events The latest research making headlines Funny facts from the world of veterinary medicine Dr. Stephen Carey's journey as an educator and clinician A preview of WVC Nashville 2026 Subscribe to Brain Smarts for new episodes featuring veterinary experts, news, trivia, and the stories everyone in vet med is talking about.     #veterinary #veterinarypodcast #veterinarymediciine #funnypodcast #smartpodcast  
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  The Mystery of the Cat with the Big Belly — and the Team That Figured It Out | Vet Candy Podcast 18.06.2026 40min

  Vet Candy's Medical Mysteries with Dr. Courtney Campbell Episode: The Mystery of the Cat with the Big Belly A cat walks in with an acutely enlarged abdomen and a history of "not doing right." That's it. That's all you have. What do you do next? On this episode of Vet Candy's Medical Mysteries, Dr. Courtney Campbell sits down with veterinary technicians Peter Carlos and Jaycee to unpack one of the most unforgettable cases they have ever worked together. A cat. A big belly. A story that takes more turns than anyone in that exam room expected. Peter and Jaycee were there from the beginning. They know exactly what happened. And they are ready to tell it. Press play. You will not believe what happens next.
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  A Wound That Wouldn't Heal: Dr. Joya Griffin's Strangest Dermatology Case Ever | Vet Candy Podcast 11.06.2026 55min

  Vet Candy's Medical Mysteries with Dr. Courtney Campbell  Every dermatologist has that one case. The one they still think about. The one that made them question everything they thought they knew. This is hers. On this episode of Vet Candy's Medical Mysteries, Dr. Courtney Campbell sits down with Dr. Joya Griffin — Kentucky veterinary dermatologist, specialist, and star of Nat Geo Wild's Pop the Vet — to talk about the strangest dermatology case she has ever seen in her career. What walked through the door, what it looked like, what everyone thought it was, and what it actually turned out to be. You will not see this one coming. Dr. Griffin has built a career finding answers where others couldn't. But this case? This one stopped her cold. Press play. You won't believe what happened.
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  This Mysterious Veterinary Case Left Even the Specialists Stumped | Medical Mysteries with Dr. Courtney Campbell 31.05.2026 45min

  Think you've heard every veterinary case imaginable? Think again. On this episode of Mysteries with Dr. Courtney Campbell, veterinary criticalist Dr. Carey Hemelgarn joins us to share the most bizarre medical case of her career. What started as a puzzling presentation quickly evolved into a diagnostic mystery filled with unexpected twists, surprising clues, and a conclusion that left everyone stunned. Follow along as Dr. Hemelgarn walks through the case step by step, revealing how careful investigation, clinical expertise, and a little detective work uncovered the truth behind one of the strangest patients she has ever treated. You won't believe how this story ends.
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  Your Relationship With Food Is More Important Than Your Diet | Living Well with Dr. Jessica Turner ft. Caitlin Kiarie 08.05.2026 44min

  Most of us grew up in a world that taught us food was either good or bad, earned or undeserved, something to control or something to feel guilty about. And for a lot of veterinary professionals — people who spend their days taking care of everyone else and not always great at taking care of themselves — that relationship with food gets complicated fast. In this episode of Living Well with Dr. Jessica Turner, Jessica sits down with Caitlin Kiarie, a registered dietician who has made it her work to help people untangle their relationship with food and build something healthier, more sustainable, and a whole lot less punishing than whatever diet culture has been selling. They talk about what a healthy relationship with food actually looks like in practice — not in theory, not on a meal plan, but on a real Tuesday when you are exhausted and it is 8pm and you have not eaten since noon. Caitlin breaks down the difference between nourishing yourself and restricting yourself, why so many high-achievers struggle with food in ways they never talk about, and what it means to eat in a way that actually supports the life you are trying to live. If you have ever finished a long shift and eaten whatever was in arm's reach and then felt bad about it, this conversation is for you. If you have ever been on a diet that worked until it did not, this conversation is for you. If you have ever wondered whether the way you think about food is actually serving you — this one is definitely for you. No calorie counts. No food rules. Just an honest, practical conversation about something that affects every single one of us every single day. Living Well with Dr. Jessica Turner is a Vet Candy original. New episodes on Vet Candy Radio and wherever you listen to podcasts.   Subscribe so you never miss an episode.   🎤 Listen on Vet Candy Radio: myvetcandy.com   #LivingWell #DrJessicaTurner #CaitlinKiarie #RegisteredDietician #HealthyRelationshipWithFood #FoodFreedom #VetCandy #VeterinaryPodcast #WomenInVetMed #NutritionPodcast #DietCulture #IntuItiveEating #VetWellness #MentalHealthAndFood #VetLife
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  She Has a Specialty Practice, a TV Show, a Business, and Two Kids. Here Is How Dr. Joya Griffin Actually Does It. 01.05.2026 46min

  Living Well with Dr. Jessica Turner Featuring Dr. Joya Griffin How does a board-certified veterinary dermatologist, small business owner, mom, and Nat Geo Wild television personality actually hold it all together? The honest answer is the best part.   Dr. Jessica Turner sits down with Dr. Joya Griffin, one of the most recognized veterinary dermatologists in the country and a familiar face to anyone who has seen her on Pop Goes the Vet, for a conversation about what it really looks like to build a career and a life at the same time. Not the highlight reel. The real version.   Dr. Griffin opens up about navigating the demands of a specialty practice, raising a family, running a business, and stepping into the public eye in a way that very few veterinarians ever do. She talks about the pressure that comes with visibility, the boundaries that make everything else possible, and the mindset that keeps her grounded when the plates are spinning. If you have ever wondered how the women who seem to have it all actually manage it,  this episode is the answer you were looking for. And it is a lot more honest than you might expect. Living Well with Dr. Jessica Turner is a Vet Candy original. New episodes available on Vet Candy Radio and wherever you listen to podcasts. Subscribe so you never miss an episode. 🎙️ Listen on Vet Candy Radio: myvetcandy.com 📺 Watch Pop Goes the Vet on Nat Geo Wild   #LivingWell #DrJessicaTurner #DrJoyaGriffin #VeterinaryDermatology #PopGoesTheVet #NatGeoWild #VetCandy #VeterinaryPodcast #WomenInVetMed #VetMom #WorkLifeBalance #VeterinaryLife #VetPodcast #SmallBusinessOwner #MomBoss
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  The Perfectionism Trap: Learning to Let Go on Living Well with Dr. Jessica Turner 24.04.2026 39min

  Perfectionism often wears a convincing disguise. It looks like ambition, discipline, and high standards, qualities that are not only celebrated, but expected in many professional environments. Yet beneath that polished surface, perfectionism can quietly erode confidence, increase anxiety, and make even small decisions feel overwhelming. In this episode of Living Well on Vet Candy Radio, Dr. Jessica Turner sits down with clinical psychologist Ellie Fuentes to unpack the reality behind perfectionism and, more importantly, how to manage it in a healthier, more sustainable way.
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  All Creatures Episode 3 — Fangs on the Farm: the Chupacabra Files and the invasive tick terrorizing livestock | Vet Candy 01.04.2026 53min

  Dr. Greathouse and Dr. Smalls were just supposed to enjoy the rodeo. Bull riding. Chainsaw competitions. Fried food of questionable origin. A perfectly normal weekend. But when prize cattle start turning up dead — drained of blood with surgical precision and not a wound in sight — the cryptid rumors start flying and the real investigation begins.
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  All Creatures Episode 2 — Feathers, Fear, and Flu: the hunt for Mothman and the truth about avian influenza | Vet Candy 25.03.2026

  Something is out there. And it has feathers. Welcome back to All Creatures — the scripted dramatic podcast series from Vet Candy that turns the most urgent issues in veterinary medicine into stories you cannot stop listening to. Episode 2 takes on one of the most critical animal and public health threats facing the veterinary profession right now: avian influenza. Feathers, Fear, and Flu: Join Us on the Hunt for Mothman. The elusive Mothman has been spotted. The flu is spreading. And the team is about to discover that the truth about avian influenza is stranger — and more dangerous — than any myth. All Creatures Episode 2 pulls you into a world of suspense, science, and zoonotic disease, where the stakes are real even when the story is fiction. Based on a short story by Dr. Jill Lopez and voiced by professional actors Clay and Caitlin Palmer, this episode brings together an extraordinary team of real experts woven into the narrative — epidemiologist Dr. Patrick Carney from Cornell University, veterinary pathologist Dr. Aleksandra Zuraw, practice manager Quisha Brown, and veterinary technician Keyana Beamon. The result is a listening experience that is as scientifically grounded as it is genuinely thrilling. 🎙️ What makes this episode stand out: A fully scripted dramatic story with professional actors, immersive music, and rich sound design Real expert insights from an epidemiologist, a veterinary pathologist, a practice manager, and a veterinary technician A zoonotic disease narrative that is as relevant as today's headlines A reminder that in veterinary medicine, collaboration is not optional — it is everything 🔥 What you will learn in this episode: What avian influenza is, how it spreads, and why it matters for veterinary professionals The zoonotic implications of avian flu and what that means for your practice and your clients How to recognize, respond to, and communicate about avian influenza in a clinical setting Why interdisciplinary teamwork is the most powerful tool veterinary medicine has when facing a disease outbreak The real science behind one of today's most urgent animal and public health threats — told through a story you will not forget Whether you are a veterinarian trying to stay ahead of emerging disease, a veterinary technician who wants to understand the zoonotic landscape better, a practice manager thinking about outbreak preparedness, or simply someone who loves a good story with real stakes, Episode 2 of All Creatures delivers education, entertainment, and genuine clinical relevance in a single listen. Stream it free at myvetcandy.com/all-creatures This is Vet Candy. We do things differently. 👉 Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more Vet Candy content! #VetCandy #AllCreatures #AvianInfluenza #Mothman #FeatFearAndFlu #VeterinaryPodcast #VeterinaryMedicine #VetLife #VetStudent #ZoonoticDisease #BirdFlu #VeterinarianPodcast #VetMed #ScriptedPodcast #VeterinaryEducation #VetTech #BoehringerIngelheim #NexGardPLUS Join hundreds of thousands of veterinary professionals who trust Vet Candy for the latest in clinical updates, continuing education, and expert advice. Whether you're looking for the newest product recommendations, cutting-edge clinical treatments, or tips on work-life balance, Vet Candy has everything you need to stay at the top of your veterinary game. With fresh content delivered weekly, we're here to support your journey. 🚨 Don't miss out! Make sure to subscribe  to stay updated on all our latest podcasts: tiny.cc/px9bnz Let's connect and grow together! ✅ Subscribe to our channel for new content every week ✅ Join Vet Candy for exclusive insights and community: https://www.myvetcandy.com/join ✅ Follow us on social media: @myvetcandy ➡️ Get our Vet Candy merch — 100% of proceeds go to charity! myvetcandy.com/shop   Follow/Connect: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/myvetcandy Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/myvetcandy   LIKE. SHARE. SUBSCRIBE. Give this video a thumbs up if you enjoyed watching 👍 #veterinarian #animals #learning   Thanks for watching All Creatures Episode 2 — Feathers, Fear, and Flu: the hunt for Mothman and the truth about avian influenza | Vet Candy
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  All Creatures Episode 1 — Zombie Invasion: how to survive the end of the world | Veterinary CE podcast | Vet Candy 18.03.2026 41min

  Continuing education just got a whole lot more interesting. Welcome to All Creatures — the veterinary CE podcast series from Vet Candy that throws out the lecture format and replaces it with something you will actually want to listen to twice. Episode 1: Zombie Invasion — How to Survive the End of the World. The undead have arrived. The world as you know it is gone. And somehow, in the middle of the apocalypse, the veterinary profession still has work to do. All Creatures drops you into a fully scripted, high-stakes dramatic world where veterinarians and veterinary technicians are not just surviving the zombie apocalypse — they are using everything they know to keep their team alive, their patients cared for, and their clinical skills sharp when the infrastructure that supports modern medicine has completely collapsed. This is not a quiz. This is not a slideshow. This is a story — and it is unlike any CE experience you have had before. 🎙️ What makes All Creatures different: A fully scripted dramatic podcast with a professional ensemble cast Real veterinary learning objectives woven into a compelling narrative you will not want to pause Lessons in survival, resilience, clinical decision-making, and team collaboration told through characters you will actually care about A listening experience designed for the veterinary professional who is tired of falling asleep during CE 🔥 What you will learn in Episode 1: How veterinary teams function and communicate under extreme pressure The clinical and practical skills that matter most when resources are limited Why adaptability and collaboration are not soft skills — they are survival skills How to make sound decisions when the stakes could not be higher What the veterinary profession is actually made of when everything else falls apart Whether you are a seasoned practitioner looking for a CE experience unlike anything you have done before, a veterinary technician who wants content that does not feel like homework, or a new grad who learns best through story rather than slides, Episode 1 of All Creatures is the beginning of something entirely new in veterinary continuing education. This is Vet Candy. We do things differently. 👉 Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more Vet Candy content! #VetCandy #AllCreatures #ZombieInvasion #VeterinaryCE #VeterinaryPodcast #VeterinaryMedicine #VetLife #VetStudent #ContinuingEducation #VeterinarianPodcast #VetMed #ScriptedPodcast #VeterinaryEducation #VetTech Join hundreds of thousands of veterinary professionals who trust Vet Candy for the latest in clinical updates, continuing education, and expert advice. Whether you're looking for the newest product recommendations, cutting-edge clinical treatments, or tips on work-life balance, Vet Candy has everything you need to stay at the top of your veterinary game. With fresh content delivered weekly, we're here to support your journey. 🚨 Don't miss out! Make sure to subscribe and hit the notification bell 🔔 to stay updated on all our latest videos: tiny.cc/px9bnz Let's connect and grow together! ✅ Subscribe to our channel for new content every week Join Vet Candy for exclusive insights and community: https://www.myvetcandy.com/join   ✅ Follow us on social media: @myvetcandy     Follow/Connect: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/myvetcandy Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/myvetcandy   LIKE. SHARE. SUBSCRIBE. Give this video a thumbs up if you enjoyed listening👍 #veterinarian #animals #learning Thanks for listening All Creatures Episode 1 — Zombie Invasion: how to survive the end of the world | Veterinary CE podcast | Vet Candy
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  Cat Class In Session with Keleigh Schetler- Can She Beat Cat Daddy? 09.03.2026 31min

  Think you know cats? Like really know cats? Then it’s time to put those whisker facts to the test. In the newest episode of Cat Daddy on Pet Candy Radio, our favorite feline fanatic, Keleigh Schettler, joins the show for an all-out cat trivia showdown.   Host, Caitlin Palmer, dives in with Keleigh to tackle the big questions—like why cats knock everything off the counter, if they actually love us, and who decided that purring is a normal sound to make when you’re happy andstressed. Spoiler: things get competitive, someone confuses a Maine Coon with a mountain lion, and there’s at least one dramatic “meow” reenactment. Keleigh brings her A-game, dropping cat facts faster than a kitten chasing a laser pointer. You’ll laugh, you’ll learn, and you’ll definitely question your life choices if you miss this one. So grab your cat (if they’ll let you), your headphones, and maybe a lint roller—because Who’s Got the Cat Smarts? is the purr-fect mix of chaos, comedy, and cat education you didn’t know you needed.
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  Twin DVMs Get Brutally Honest About Burnout, Imposter Syndrome & Toxic Workplaces 02.03.2026 51min

  Nobody warned you about this part of veterinary medicine. In this episode of Let's Be Honest, twin veterinarians Dr. Audrey and Dr. Alison Shen get real about the stuff vet school never prepares you for — burnout, imposter syndrome, toxic workplace cultures, and the crushing self-doubt that follows you home after a long shift. They've lived it, navigated it, and came out the other side with hard-won perspective they're ready to share. If you've ever questioned whether you belong in this profession, this episode is for you. This episode is brought to you by 21Scrubs — stylish scrubs built for the modern healthcare professional. Get 10% off your first order at 21scrubs.com #veterinarian #vetmed #veterinary #burnout #impostersyndrome #veterinarycareers #DVMlife
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  WVC Vegas + Brainsmarts Chaos: We Accidentally Ran Into Caitlin’s Boss … Then Recorded a Podcast with Him LIVE in Vegas 13.02.2026 44min

    Season one of Brainsmarts goes out with a bang — and a little bit of chaos — LIVE from the floor of the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino during Western Veterinary Conference. Hosts Caitlin Palmar and Clay Palmar literally run into Caitlin’s former (and current) employer, Dr. Dean, on the way to Las Vegas and decide the only logical next step is to put him on the mic. The season finale is part reunion, part career reflection, and part “how did this even happen?” — plus a look back at the most unforgettable moments from season one. From the iconic Canadian This-or-That episode with Shannon Gervais, to fashion hot takes and trivia with Chicago’s own Dr. Thomas Vega, to parasite horror stories with Dr. Hannah Jordan, it’s the perfect send-off before the next chapter. Recorded live. Slightly unhinged. Totally Brainsmarts.   #wvcvegas #veterinarypodcast #veterinarymedicine   
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  She Runs RECOVER—But Can She Survive This Quiz? Dr. Jamie Burkitt on Brain Smarts 28.01.2026 29min

  Brain Smarts by Vet Candy is back with another fast-paced, laugh-out-loud challenge quiz show where veterinary news meets comedian chaos. Hosted by the hilarious duo Clay and Caitlin Palmer, this week’s episode features a true powerhouse in emergency and critical care: Dr. Jamie Burkitt, DVM, DACVECC. Dr. Burkitt is a WVC headliner, Professor of Clinical Small Animal Emergency and Critical Care at UC Davis, and a key leader in the field as Co-Chair of Guidelines Development and Executive Committee member of the RECOVER Initiative. Translation: if anyone knows their stuff under pressure, it’s her. In this episode, Dr. Burkitt takes on the Brain Smarts challenge quiz, tackling the latest veterinary news, hot topics, and curveball questions—all while keeping up with Clay and Caitlin’s rapid-fire humor. It’s smart, it’s competitive, and it’s surprisingly fun. Brought to you by WVC Vegas, this episode is your perfect warm-up for the biggest veterinary event of the year. Listen now—and we’ll see you in Vegas.   #wvcvegas #brainsmarts #veterinary #vetmed #veterinarypodcast
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  Serious Science. Bad Jokes. Aaryn DuBose Takes on Brain Smarts 12.01.2026 26min

  Warning: Listening to Vet Candy’s Brain Smarts may result in spontaneous laughter, improved trivia skills, and a slight crush on hosts Clay and Caitlin Palmer.It’s like a news show... if the news show had a sense of humor and a caffeine problem.   This week's guest is Aaryn DuBose.    Meet Aaryn DuBose, a beacon of inspiration and aspiration, whose journey through the corridors of veterinary medicine is not just about healing animals but also about breaking barriers and lighting the way for others to follow.   Currently enrolled at TUCVM (Tuskegee University College of Veterinary Medicine), Aaryn holds multiple leadership roles with remarkable poise. Not only does he manage the core lab in the biomedical research department, but he also serves as the Class of 2027 president, the vice president-elect for SAVMA (Student American Veterinary Medical Association), and the vice president of the Veterinary Surgery Club. 💉 Brought to you by Zoetis, maker of Solensia.🔗 SolensiaVetTeam.com