Season 1
April 7, 2025
#140: Science vs Profit: Navigating Medicine, Money, and Morals. With Dr Brennen McKenzie
Join us for the Vet Vault's own conference in the snow: Vets On Tour Wānaka , New Zealand, 10-15 August 2025! Have you ever felt pressured, as a vet, to do more 'stuff' - diagnostics, procedures, and sell more, even when ...
March 21, 2025
#139: Stop The Overwhelm: Veterinary Productivity Secrets from the Getting Things Done Master. With David Allen
In this Vet Vault episode, we are joined by renowned productivity expert David Allen, creator of the "Getting Things Done" (GTD) methodology. Rather than focusing on traditional notions of productivity—doing more in less time for profit—this conversation explores a deeper, more mindful goal: achiev…
March 2, 2025
#138: Veterinary Specialisation Without The Residency: The ’Scenic Route’ You Didn’t Know Existed. With Dr Matt Booth (Part 2)
In this episode, Dr. Matt Booth—ER Practice Development Lead at Ethos Veterinary Health—reveals a little-known truth: the AVMA doesn’t actually require a residency to become a specialist.
We dig into why the traditional residency path dominates the conversation (despite its huge drawbacks) and exp…
Feb. 15, 2025
#137: Why Emergency Vets Quit (Spoiler Alert: It’s Not What You Think!) With Dr Matt Booth
In this episode, we break down a groundbreaking survey on ER vet retention—uncovering the biggest reasons professionals leave the field and, more importantly, how to keep them.
Our guest, Dr. Matt Booth, reveals the “Five Buckets” that determine whether an ER vet stays or quits: ✅ Leadership(the #…
Jan. 27, 2025
136: Are You Studying Wrong? 3 Counter-Intuitive Science-Backed Study Methods For Veterinary Professionals. With Dr Matt Hollindale
Cracking the code on effective studying isn’t just about working harder—it’s about working smarter. In this episode, Dr. Matt shares how he ditched ineffective study habits like highlighting and endless rereading and replaced them with evidence-based techniques that skyrocketed his success in his E…
Jan. 7, 2025
#135: I Want To, But I Can’t: 3 Ways Moral Injury Differs From Burnout (And Why It Matters). With Dr Shannon Bass
In this episode, we delve deep into the concept of moral injury, a profound emotional burden that arises when external constraints prevent professionals from acting in line with their ethical standards.
Starting with real-world examples, we distinguish moral injury from trauma and burnout by spotl…
Dec. 22, 2024
134: 5 Reasons Veterinary Teams Feel Undervalued—And How to Leverage ‘Zone of Genius’ to Change That. With Dr Natalie Fayman and Crystal Stokes
The podcast episode discusses the challenges and realities faced by veterinarians in their professional environments, focusing on toxic workplace cultures, undervalued employees, and the importance of team development. The speakers share personal experiences of dealing with unethical practices, dis…
Nov. 14, 2024
#132: Beyond the Bottom Line: Redefining Veterinary Business Success and Mastering Money Conversations. With Dr. Paul Harrison
In this episode, Dr. Paul Harrison, a leading expert in consumer behavior, shares insights into the challenges veterinarians face when discussing pricing and money with clients. Drawing from his research in consumer psychology and his work with businesses across various sectors, Dr. Harrison explor…
Oct. 29, 2024
#131: Resilience Redefined, The Opposite Of Stuck, and Taking Control Of Your Own Wellbeing. With Dr Jess Moore-Jones
Veterinary coach Dr. Jessica Moore-Jones unpacks workplace dynamics, generational differences in resilience, and how veterinarians can redefine their career satisfaction. Dr Jess challenges the dichotomy of ‘younger vs. older’ vets, exploring the evolving expectations of work-life balance and the …
Oct. 6, 2024
#130: The Joyful Emergency Vet: Essential Strategies For A Long And Happy Career In Emergency Veterinary Practice. With Dr Brooke Schampers and Dr Taleta Hompas
In this episode, we explore the highs and challenges of working in emergency and critical care (ECC) veterinary medicine. The discussion covers the adrenaline-fueled appeal of ECC, the personality types that thrive in the fast-paced, unpredictable environment, and strategies to sustain a long-term …
Sept. 18, 2024
#129: Our Veterinary Report Card: Too Many Hats, Too Little Connection, And A Couple Of Blind Spots. With Rhonda Andrews
Psychologist Rhonda Andrews shares insights on improving workplace culture, leadership, and mental health in the veterinary profession. Reflecting on her years working with veterinary teams, she highlights the profession’s strengths, such as innovation, compassion-driven problem-solving, and a will…
Sept. 11, 2024
Bonus Episode: IVECCS Live Sessions - I Don't Think That Paper Means What You Think It Does! With Prof Steven Epstein
Hands up if you still remember much of the statistics you learned back in vet school… Some of us have looked at way more P nappies than p-values since our student days! But this is veterinary SCIENCE after all, and part of sc...
Sept. 1, 2024
#128: So You Want To Start Your Own Practice? With Dr Amber Christie, Brooke Goodwin and Caroline Willemse.
Explore the untold stories and transformative lessons of veterinary practice ownership in this episode. Hear firsthand accounts from both new and experienced clinic owners as they share:
*Why They Took the Leap: Personal motivations behind transitioning from employee to owner.
*Emotional Challe…
Aug. 20, 2024
#127: What Veterinary Leaders Can Learn From Captain America, Getting Better At Giving Feedback, And How To Motivate The Motivators. With David Liss
What do veterinary teams have to do with the Avengers?!
Discover how to transform challenges into opportunities and foster a culture of motivation and psychological safety across your entire team—from frontline staff to managers.
Here’s what you’ll gain:
Practical strategies to set team goals t…
Aug. 2, 2024
#126: Staying At The Heart Of Animal Care: The Disruptors Who Want To Replace Us, And How To Prevent It From Happening. With Dr Thom Jenkins
Join us for an inspiring conversation with Thom, as he shares his extraordinary journey from veterinary practice to becoming a tech entrepreneur.
Adventures Abroad: Relive Thom’s experiences volunteering with tigers in Thailand and building veterinary businesses in China’s burgeoning market.
Lead…
July 23, 2024
🔓 Demystifying Those D$&@ Liver Enzymes. With Prof Jill Maddison.
Ah, those liver enzymes... sometimes they are up when you don't expect them to be. Sometimes they're up a bit... but not that much, so you don't know if it's actually significant. Or sometimes they're way out of whack, but yo...
July 10, 2024
125: Life After Practice Ownership, Locuming Pro Tips, Where Telemedicine Could Fit Into Your Vet Life, And Blurring The Lines Between Work and Fun. With Dr Wolfgang Dohne
In this episode, Dr. Wolfgang Dohne shares his unique journey through the veterinary profession, touching on the challenges and opportunities of owning and selling a practice, transitioning to locum work, and exploring the evolving role of telemedicine in veterinary care. We discuss the importance …
June 19, 2024
#124: So You Want To Sit The Membership Exams? Your Questions About ANZCVS Memberships Answered.
This episode dives deep into the Australian and New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists (ANZCVS) membership exams, offering a comprehensive guide for veterinary professionals considering or preparing for the process. The conversation, which is made up from interviews with experienced specialis…
June 10, 2024
#123: Beyond Clinical Practice: Harnessing Your Secret Veterinary Superpowers For A Diverse Career, And Leveraging Tough Times To Fight Self-Limiting Beliefs. With Dr Stephanie Morley
This episode dives into the highs and lows of a 'squiggly' veterinary career, guided by the story of a professional who has seamlessly blended veterinary practice, entrepreneurship, and business development. We explore the contrasting mindsets between lifelong veterinary dreamers and those who foun…
May 27, 2024
#122: We're Fixing Mitral Valves Now?! Everything You Need To Know About the Transcatheter Edge-to-Edge Repair Procedure. With Dr Brad Gavaghan and Dr Fiona Meyers
You know that conversation that you have with your client when you first diagnose congestive heart failure in their mitral valve disease dog? The one where you say: 'This will be the thing that kills your pet.' Well, that con...
May 20, 2024
#121: Weaving a Safety Net: Using Herd Immunity for Veterinary Suicide Prevention. With Dr Kat Williams and Dr Alena Gadoury
This pivotal episode tackles the urgent issue of suicide prevention within the veterinary profession—a field grappling with alarmingly high rates of mental health challenges. We break down the profound psychological toll veterinarians face, from the emotional weight of euthanasia to challenging cli…
May 10, 2024
#120: Rethink Diabetes: Why Basal Insulin is a Game-Changer In Feline Diabetes Management. With Dr Linda Fleeman.
This episode features an enlightening discussion with Dr. Linda Fleeman, an internationally renowned expert on veterinary diabetes management, focusing primarily on cats. Listeners are introduced to groundbreaking approaches that challenge traditional paradigms, such as the use of basal insulin pro…
May 3, 2024
#119: You’re Already a Forensic Vet - You Just Didn’t Know It: How to Get Better at It, and Why It Matters. With Dr Elizabeth Pearlman
This episode dives into the fascinating and emotionally charged world of veterinary forensics with Dr. Elizabeth Pearlman, who shares insights into her unique career. From investigating suspected cases of animal abuse and neglect to collaborating with law enforcement, her work blends science, detec…
April 22, 2024
#118: 6 Steps To Solving Acute Respiratory Distress. With Dr Rob Webster.
You know that feeling when the ‘not breathing well’ patient gets rushed to your crash bench, and you stand there with your stethoscope trying to look like your planning, but actually, you’re just panicking... You have to do s...