The Greatest Profession

Matthew Asciutto
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The Greatest Profession

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.

  1. JUN 3

    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 professional and health and wellness coach; she is the founder of Veterinary Well-Being Buddy, which can be found here:  https://veterinarywellbeingbuddy.com/ The Greatest Profession Podcast Episode 40: “This is My Jam”  is streaming now! Find it on Spotify, Apple, Google, or wherever you get your podcasts.

    1h 21m

  2. APR 8

    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 Mermaid”  is streaming now! Find it on Spotify, Apple, Google, or wherever you get your podcasts.

    1h 15m

  3. MAR 11

    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 President of the Board of Directors of the Veterinary Leadership Institute.   The Greatest Profession Podcast Episode 38: “Like Bad Pennies”  is streaming now! Find it on Spotify, Apple, Google, or wherever you get your podcasts.

    59 min

  4. MAR 4

    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.  You can find everything she does at www.dreveharrison.com The Greatest Profession Podcast Episode 37: “A Little Bit Spicy”  is streaming now! Find it on Spotify, Apple, Google, or wherever you get your podcasts.

    1h 17m

  5. FEB 26

    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 time relief veterinarian outside of Nashville, TN.  www.thegreatestprofession.com The Greatest Profession Podcast Episode 36: “Listens, Gets It, and Makes It Easy” is out now! Find it on Spotify, Apple, Google, or wherever you get your podcasts.

    1h 22m

  6. FEB 13

    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 owner of Veterinary Angeles Medical Center in Agora Hills, California. www.thegreatestprofession.com The Greatest Profession Podcast Episode 35: “Fire All Around Us” is out now! Find it on Spotify, Apple, Google, or wherever you get your podcasts.

    1h 15m

  7. FEB 5

    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 herself.   Over the course of conversation we meandered through many topics such as community, creating a business based on values, how to run efficient team meetings, and the beauty of collaboration.   In the conversation Matt found himself thinking “man, I would work at this place...” - but that was met immediately by extreme anxiety of resistance to being employed by others. So, turns out, even in the most ideal situation, Matt is like “nope - don’t you dare hand me a W2!”   www.thegreatestprofession.com   The Greatest Profession Podcast Episode 34: “Unapologetically Unbalanced” is out now! Find it on Spotify, Apple, Google, or wherever you get your podcasts.

    1h 24m

  8. JAN 30

    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 Vetducator blog (vetducator.com/). The Greatest Profession Podcast Episode 33: “I Leverage Minions” is streaming now! Find it on Spotify, Apple, Google, or wherever you get your podcasts.

    1h 26m
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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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  • Creator
    Matthew Asciutto
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2024
  • Episodes
    40
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2023 All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    The Greatest Profession

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