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The Greatest Profession
by Matthew Asciutto
The Greatest Profession is an interview-style investigation of the humanity of veterinary medicine. In each episode, our host, Matt Asciutto, has a conversation with a different veterinary professional he has met along the way. Together they examine what leads us to this field, how we are surviving, what we think comes next, and whatever other philosophical meanderings that may inspire them. Join us to find out if this truly is The Greatest Profession.
Episodes
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40. This is My Jam, Ft Melyssa Allen
On this episode of the podcast, we are joined by veterinary well-being advocate and person who can't talk about the animal training she did with the Navy, Melyssa Allen. Matt and Melyssa discuss sleep, singing, and codeword clearance. Melyssa Allen is a double board-certified lifestyle medicine...
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39. Be a Mermaid, Ft. Megan Sprinkle
On this episode of the podcast, we are joined by podcast aficionado, Dr. Megan Sprinkle. Matt and Megan discuss shaking hands, social media, and kale. Dr. Sprinkle is a veterinary nutritionist and the creator of the Vet Life Reimagined Podcast! The Greatest Profession Podcast Episode 39: “Be a...
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38. Like Bad Pennies, Ft.Emily Tincher
On this episode of the podcast, we are joined by fellow Fort Collins resident and person in charge of many things, Dr. Emily Tincher. Matt and Emily discuss dinner conversations, supply closets, and a fella named Ross. Dr. Tincher is the Senior Director of Pet Health at Nationwide and the…
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37. A Little Bit Spicy, ft. Eve Harrison
On this episode of the podcast, we are joined by mobile veterinarian and woodland creature enthusiast, Dr. Eve Harrison. Matt and Eve discuss meadows, Bunsen Burners, and getting canceled. Dr. Harrison is the brains behind House Call Vet Academy and the voice behind House Call Vet Cafe Podcast.…
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36. Listens, Gets It, and Makes it Easy, ft. Jessica Lovegrove
On this episode we are joined by fellow UT alum and person whose brain also feels a little wonky at times, Dr. Jessica Lovegrove! Matt and Jessica discuss cell phones, superpowers, and tables full of cucumbers. Dr. Lovegrove is the president of the Relief Veterinary Medical Association and full...
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35. Fire All Around Us, Ft. Darlene Geekie
On this episode we are joined by woman of many hats and the only technician that has been on the podcast, Darlene Geekie! Matt and Darlene discuss floating drywall, mirror twins, and Charlie’s Angels. Darlene is the Leader of Technician Training and Development for Western Vet Partners and former...
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34. Unapologetically Unbalanced, ft. Christine Staten
On this episode of the podcast we are joined by almost OBGYN and college student landlord, Dr. Christine Staten. Matt and Christine discuss word problems, Halloween costumes, and what a ‘switch box’ is. Dr. Staten is the owner of Adobe Veterinary Center in Tuscon, Arizona and Dr. Veterinary MBA...
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33. I Leverage Minions, ft Erik Hofmeister
On this episode of the podcast we are joined by swing dancer extraordinaire, Dr. Erik Hofmeister! Erik and Matt discuss Dungeons and Dragons, senior pranks, and being cold in Minnesota. Dr. Hofmeister is Professor of Veterinary Anesthesia at Auburn University and the nimble fingers behind The...
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32. Assume Something Wonderful, ft Sarah Wolff
On this episode of the podcast we are joined by accidental veterinary consultant and lover of google-eyes, Dr. Sarah Wolff! Sarah and Matt discuss being wonderful, pleasant hellos, and yelling into the void. Dr. Wolff is a small animal veterinarian and consultant that can be found at...
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31. Be The Plow Horse ft. Lawren Durocher-Babek
On this episode of the podcast we are joined by ex-pat and doctor who manages chronic disease for, like, a while, Dr. Lawren Durocher-Babek! Matt and Lawren discuss the name Giuseppe, polite protestors, and how crazy time zones are. Dr. Durocher-Babek is an internal medicine specialist certified…
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30. Just Poor Planning ft. Ira Gordon
On this episode of the podcast, we are joined by accidental entrepreneur and 33% of the reason many of us passed the NAVLE, Dr. Ira Gordon. Matt and Ira discuss closet size, being afraid to get a real job, and how famous he isn't. Dr. Gordon founded a game called "stump the dumbass" with a few of...
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29. In Faith and In Understanding ft. Anthony Chadwick
On this episode of the podcast we are joined by sparrow aficionado, Dr. Anthony Chadwick! Matt and Anthony discuss bees, kissing frogs, and solastalgia (a posh word). Dr. Chadwick is CVO and founder of The Webinar Vet, CVO of Simply Vets, and a career surgeon and dermatologist in the UK. At his...
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28. Not Good with Comfort ft Beth Venit
On this episode of the podcast we are joined by fellow Veterinary Innovation Summit attendee and doctor of many letters, Dr. Beth Venit! Matt and Beth have been the closest of pals for almost a full month! In this episode they discuss gardens, using AI to regulate itself, and having dinner ready...
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27. Turns Things Upside Down ft. Cindy Trice
On this episode of the podcast, we are joined by the unwitting object of Matt’s professional jealousy, Dr. Cindy Trice! Matt and Cindy discuss the unexpected twists in life, haircuts, pajamas, and the art of being adaptable. Dr. Trice, a dynamic, resilient, and incredibly supportive force in the...
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26. Meanderings on Seasons of Risk
On this episode of the podcast, our host, Matt Asciutto reflects back on an idea that was brought up in the last episode "All Consuming Seasons of Life" featuring Dr. Emily Singler: specifically the idea of engaging in risky behavior. By the end of the episode, we hope to offer at least a little...
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25. All Consuming Seasons of Life ft. Emily Singler
On this episode of the podcast we are joined by mother, writer, veterinarian, and whatever profession that combines all three, Dr. Emily Singler. Matt Asciutto, DVM and Emily Singler, VMD talk about unicorn shirts, parents talking about parenting, and how maybe our brains are lying to us. Dr....
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24. Meanderings On The Pursuit of Academic Parasites
On this episode of the podcast, our host, Matt Asciutto reflects back on how our early academic pursuits shape our entire worldview - and how often times we shape an entire life based on guidance that may or may not have any merit. This is true for veterinarians, of course; but any…
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23. Weird, Complicated Parasites ft. Katherine Fogelberg
On this episode of the podcast we are joined by amateur flautist and professional educator, Dr. Katherine Fogelberg. Matt and Katherine (ok, ok - Dean Fogelberg) talk about witchcraft, battlefields, and the inequitable distribution of talent. Dr. Fogelberg is the Associate Dean for Professional...
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22. Meanderings On Words to Say
On this episode of the podcast, our host, Matt Asciutto reflects back on something that was brought up in the last episode "Wouldn't Say the Words," featuring Dr. Robert Parkins. Specifically: what a veterinarian can say when asked "what do you do?" By the end of the episode, we hope to offer a…
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21. Wouldn’t Say the Words ft. Robert Parkins
On this episode of the podcast we are joined by Mr. Adrenaline Junkie himself: Dr. Robert Parkins. Matt and Robert talk about water sports, Wrestlemania, how necessary it is to Pi-vot. Dr. Parkins is an emergency doctor in Matt's hometown: San Diego, California. www.thegreatestprofession.com The...
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20. Meanderings On Success and Silly Songs
On this episode of the podcast, our host, Matt Asciutto reflects back on our experience at the AVMA Convention and the complexities involved in defining success. He also premiers his new song "Oh Hold (a cordial request)," a musical representation of what happens when an emergency veterinarian...
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19. Certified Rich People ft. Jess Trichel, Part Two
This episode of the podcast is part two of our conversation with Dr. Jess Trichel. Together, Matt and Jess discuss losing track of time, good ideas, and single-serving friends. In this part two of a two part conversation with Dr. Trichel, we lean on Dr. Trichel's vast experience within veterinary...
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18. Proper Rednecks ft. Jess Trichel, part one
On this episode of the podcast, we are joined by snow cone enthusiast, Dr. Jess Trichel. Together, Matt and Jess discuss four-wheeling, petting horses, and what it's like to be a connoisseur of rental cars. This is part one of a two part conversation with Dr. Trichel. In part one we cover her…
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Laura Bailey - Fish with No Bra
On this, part two of our conversation with Laura Bailey, Matt and Laura go on to discuss Christmas parties, expensive signs, and how we'll know when we've arrived. If you missed it, be sure to check out part one of this two-part conversation! Laura Bailey is still a small animal general...
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Laura Bailey - Didn’t Learn Anything as a Child
On this episode of the podcast we are joined by Laura Bailey. As real life best-pals, Laura and Matt talk about anything and everything; that's why we had to split the conversation into two episodes. On this first installment, we talk about adult braces, linebackers, and being part of the…
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Meanderings: On Fingers and Timelines
On this episode of the podcast, our host, Matt Asciutto reflects back on themes from the last episode: No Extra Fingers Left. He particularly finds himself ensorcelled by the notion of timelines and how we compare our lives to the trajectories of the lives of others. At the end of the episode he...
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Lindsay Knott - No Extra Fingers Left
On this episode of the podcast we are joined by the inimitable, and extendable, Lindsay Knott. Matt and Lindsay talk about weddings, tattoos, and heated games of Jenga. Dr. Knott is an equine surgeon practicing in (the currently verdant) Northern California. www.thegreatestprofession.com The...
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Michael Nystrom - Made-Up Medicine-Land
On this episode of the podcast we are joined by the overly helpful specialist, Michael Nystrom. Matt and Mike talk about creaky knees, crying dads, and silly podcasts. Dr. Nystrom is a critical care specialist working just outside of Raleigh, North Carolina. www.thegreatestprofession.com The...
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TJ Muse - Tell Me You’re Joking
On this episode of the podcast we are joined by TJ Muse! Matt and TJ discuss being rich, envelope sizes, and being allergic to the job. Dr. Muse is a relief emergency veterinarian and former medical director of an ER/Specialty hospital based in central North Carolina.
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Jeremy Nix - Three Out Of Five
On this episode of the podcast we are joined by vet school classmate and fellow accidental veterinarian, Jeremy Nix! Matt and Jeremy discuss being failed teachers, different types of babies, and, of course, Captain Kirk. Dr. Nix is a general practitioner and medical director of a VCA hospital in...
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Al Atkinson - My Dog Has a Cough and I’m a Flying Wallenda
On this very special episode of the podcast we are joined by Al Atkinson. Al and Matt's friendship goes back almost 20 years (back when Matt was fancy-free and still considering being a human neurologist). Matt and Al talk about their time performing improv comedy together, cans of ether, and…
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Margret Donahue - At First I Wanted To Be a Unicorn
This week we are joined by Margret Donahue, who is far-too-qualified to be taking time out of her day to talk with us. Together we discuss having mice as roommates, her proficiency at gaming personality tests, and how darn awkward she is. Dr. Donahue is a Board Certified Emergency and Critical…
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Seth Williams - Do I Use Physics Anymore?
This week we welcome the sultry stylings of podcast extraordinaire: Seth Williams. Together we discuss not being popular, going with your gut, and getting feedback from your mother in law. Seth, a 2019 graduate of University of Missouri, is a general practice owner in St. Louis, MO and father to...
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Amber Davidson - Haven’t Burned Out Yet
On this episode, Matt is joined by Amber Davidson. Together they talk about COVID testing, New Zealand car camping, and how Matt followed Amber around for about a year. Amber is a traveling relief veterinarian living in Florida (though, one day she shall take her tiny home to the high seas).
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Kerry Mead - Was it Vindictive? Maybe.
On this episode, Matt sits down with Kerry Mead over mimosas to discuss plans for her children's futures, the sexiness of GP medicine, and how easy it is to get into vet school. Kerry is a primary care veterinarian who has spent the last four years focusing on preventative and dental services,...
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Will Hodges Part Deux - Not a Peddler of Wares
On this episode, Bill / Will holds a quiet mutiny, overthrowing Matt as the host while continuing to sip on the same, flat, tepid cappuccino. They talk about expensive mushrooms, high school improv, and how everything in life is negotiable.
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Will Hodges Part One - Gets To My Innards
On this episode, Matt sits down with Bowtie Bill Hodges ... for, like, a while. So long, in fact, that the coffee shop had to cut off Bill's WiFi just to get him to leave. Matt spends so much time bugging Will, they had to break their conversation up into two episodes (there's a pun in there…
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Jennifer Paugh - The Chaos and the Mystery
On this episode, Matt is joined by the ineffable Jennifer Paugh. Together they discuss all the usual extra-curricular endeavors of the emergency veterinarian, including scuba diving, acupunture, and acro-yoga. Jen is an emergency veterinarian in Austin, TX; though her heart spends its evenings in...
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Jonah Williams - The Reward Center
On this episode, Matt sits down with Jonah Williams to discuss the usual stuff: traveling camel rides, improv comedy, and manufacturing confidence. Jonah is a relief veterinarian, primarily practicing emergency medicine at specialty hospitals in Maryland and Northern Virginia. One day Matt and...
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Trailer and Primer
Is Veterinary Medicine the greatest profession on Earth? In this episode, our host, Matt Asciutto, discusses the origins of the podcast and delves into a little bit of what to expect in the episodes to come.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
The Greatest Profession is an interview-style investigation of the humanity of veterinary medicine. In each episode, our host, Matt Asciutto, has a conversation with a different veterinary professional he has met along the way. Together they examine what leads us to this field, how we are surviving, what we think comes next, and whatever other philosophical meanderings that may inspire them. Join us to find out if this truly is The Greatest Profession.
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