146 episodes
Peter & Phil's Courageous Conversations Dr. Peter Weinstein & Dr. Phillip Nelson
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5.0 • 9 Ratings
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A phone call, prompted by George Floyd's death, brings two veterinarians from two different races together to discuss their perspectives on pivotal issues affecting America today. Join Peter and Phil's Courageous Conversations Podcast - then start a courageous conversation of your own! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/peterandphil/support
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A Deep Dive into Historical Narratives
In this episode of Courageous Conversations, Dr. Phil Nelson and Dr. Peter Weinstein discuss the importance of history and the challenges of interpreting and understanding it. They explore the significance of Black History Month and Women's History Month, as well as the proliferation of different upcoming heritage months. The conversation delves into the complexities of history, the impact of storytelling, and the difficulty of separating fact from fiction in the digital age. They also emphasize the need for critical thinking, asking questions, and seeking multiple perspectives to gain a more accurate understanding of history. Join us for another great episode.
Keywords: history, Black History Month, Women's History Month, heritage months, storytelling, fact vs fiction, digital age, critical thinking, multiple perspectives
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Enabling Meanness & The Fear to Speak Out
This week's courageous conversation covers a range of topics, including the 2024 Super Bowl, Colin Kaepernick's protest, the impact of mean-spiritedness in society, and the importance of courageous conversations. Peter & Phil discuss the role of athletes in speaking out on social issues, the culture of meanness, and the erosion of democratic institutions. They emphasize the importance of voting and engaging in meaningful discussions to address societal challenges. Please join us for another courageous conversation.
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Veterinary Workforce Matters: Navigating Accreditation, Collaboration, and Leadership in Organized Veterinary Medicine
The conversation with Dr. Janet Donilon continues our conversation with various topics related to workforce issues in the veterinary profession. The chapters include discussions on the role of AVMA in accrediting new schools, the history and purpose of accreditation, the accreditation process and standards, provisional accreditation and ongoing compliance, the separation of motivation and accreditation, accreditation in a global context, considerations for adding new schools, the long-term impact of new schools on the workforce, challenges of building consistency in state practice acts, the importance of collaboration and communication in organized veterinary medicine, challenges of achieving uniformity in state practice acts, engaging the next generation and future leaders, the role of organized veterinary medicine in collaboration and communication, and the need for mentoring and leadership training.
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Accrediting the Future: Dr. Janet Donlin on Shaping Vet Education and Employment
Join us for part 2 this week as we talk all things workforce - from the current squeeze on workers to how the pandemic's shaken things up! Dr. Donlin lays out why it's crucial to think ahead about who we'll need in the veterinary world down the line. Plus, we get into the hot debate over the vet shortage. She highlights how vet organizations and big regulatory and accrediting bodies play their parts and how to make the most of vet teams for the long haul. Dr. Donlin is all about teamwork and mixing up strategies to tackle these challenges and we're excited to have her back to continue our conversation with her!
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A Dialogue on Diversity, Well-being, and Change with Dr. Janet Donlin
In this insightful installment join Dr. Peter Weinstein, Dr. Philip Nelson, and their esteemed guest, Dr. Janet Donlin, Executive Director of the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), as they delve into critical discussions surrounding the veterinary field. This episode covers a wide range of pivotal topics including the importance of diversity, equity, inclusion, the overall well-being of veterinary professionals, and the challenges facing the workforce today. Listen as Dr. Donlin recounts her unique journey into the world of veterinary science, highlighting the critical role of organized veterinary groups in molding the future of the profession. The conversation shines a light on the collective responsibility of professionals to foster change and cultivate a supportive and positive environment in veterinary workplaces. Join us!
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Phil's Journey: The Next Chapter
Join us as we embark on a journey with Dr. Phil Nelson, who, after retiring from one academic institution, is now spearheading the establishment of the College of Veterinary Medicine at Chamberlain University. In this episode, we dive into the nuances and challenges of creating a new school from the ground up. Discover the critical importance of hands-on technical skills in the veterinary field and how the post-pandemic world opens doors for integrating advanced technology into education. Dr. Nelson shares his vision for making Chamberlain University a beacon of innovation and accessibility in veterinary training. Tune in to uncover the exciting prospects of new beginnings and transformative education in veterinary science!
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00:00 Introduction and Appreciation
01:02 Dr. Nelson's New Role at Chamberlain University
02:25 Chamberlain University and its Background
03:21 Experience in the Veterinary Field
04:47 Collaboration and Sharing of Faculty
06:15 Implementing Recommendations from the Pew Study
07:44 Advancements in Technology and Innovation
09:34 The Role of Technology in Education
10:28 PBL and Distributive Model in Education
13:54 Lessons Learned from the Pandemic
15:19 The Importance of Hands-on Technical Skills
17:39 Potential Expansion to Credential Technician School
19:06 Anticipated Graduation of the First Class
21:03 Innovations and Brainstorms for Chamberlain University
23:21 Investment and Conclusion
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Customer Reviews
Love it
Absolutely blows my mind when I hear some of things Dr. Nelson talks about happening to him in his lifetime or his children’s lifetime. Very eye opening to me.
As Real As it Gets!
I love the realness of this. I was expecting something very surface level, but I’m surprised at how candid Peter
Respectful, insightful discussion
Hearing these two intelligent, thoughtful men break down the issues is like cool water on hot ground. Thank you both for your insights.