The Vet’Ed Podcast

Are you a passionate veterinarian seeking to elevate your practice and make a lasting impact in the field?Welcome to "The Vet'Ed Podcast". Join Steven Hermann, Kale Flaspohler and Lindo Zwane - industry experts and thought leaders, as they delve into tailored strategies and nurturing relationships to empower privately owned veterinary practices.Tune in the first and third Wednesday of the month to gain invaluable insights, tips, and inspiration to thrive in your independent clinic. Together, let's build a community dedicated to advancing veterinary care. Subscribe now and embark on a journey towards lasting success in your practice.

The Vet’Ed Podcast is a business podcast hosted by Steven Hermann, with 47 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Steven Hermann hosts The Vet’Ed Podcast, a business show with 47 episodes published.

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  Episode #41

  Leading with Laughter! Special Guest - Karyn Buxman, Author, Speaker, Neurohumorist

  Oct 22, 202545 minS0

  <p>In this episode of the Vetted Podcast, Steven Hermann interviews Karyn Buxman, a neurohumorist and expert in applied humor. They discuss the importance of humor in healthcare, particularly in the veterinary field, and how it can be used as a strategic tool to reduce stress, improve communication, and build resilience. Karyn shares insights from her research on the brain's response to humor and offers practical applications for incorporating humor into daily life. The conversation emphasizes the need for self-care and the power of thoughts in shaping our experiences.</p><p><br>Takeaways</p><p>Humor is a whole brain...

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  Episode #40

  Making Life a "Teem" Effort: Empowering the Veterinary Space with Kelly Cronin

  Sep 10, 202552 minS0

  <p>In this episode of the Vet'Ed Podcast, Steven Hermann sits down with Kelly Cronin, a veteran of the veterinary space with 33 years of experience. Kelly shares her career journey, starting as a volunteer and advancing through roles like multi-site manager and VP of Operations, before her current position supporting practices with virtual veterinary assistance at Teem. They discuss the value of veterinary continuing education (CE) cruises, which Kelly helps organize to provide technicians with unique educational and personal growth opportunities, including seeing the ocean or leaving their state for the first time.</p><p><br></p><p>The conversation...

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  Episode #39

  Episode 36 : The Tech of Trust: How Vetbadger is Revolutionizing Vet Practice with Stephen McLaughry

  Aug 20, 202555 minS0

  <p>In this episode, we sit down with Stephen McLaughry, the owner of Vetbadger, to discuss his journey from a software engineer to a leader in veterinary technology. Stephen shares how his wife, a private practice veterinarian, faced frustrations with outdated software. This inspired him to create Vetbadger, a comprehensive practice management system designed to solve a core problem: communication.</p><p><br></p><p>Discover how Stephen's background as a world-champion bicycle racer and his belief in community shape his business philosophy. Learn why a "James Herriot experience"—building strong, personal relationships with clients and your team—is the key...

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  Episode #38

  Episode 35 : Beyond the Exam Room: Unlocking Veterinary Excellence Through Communication with Dr. Jim Schuessler

  Jul 29, 202554 minS0

  <p>Join host Steven Hermann as he sits down with the legendary Dr. Jim Schuessler for an insightful conversation about the transformative power of communication in veterinary medicine. Dr. Schuessler shares incredible stories, from the life-changing advice that shaped his career ("I try to carry myself each and every day so that my kids want to be veterinarians" ) to the practical strategies that built a highly successful practice at Kirkwood Animal Hospital. Discover how consistent staff meetings, role-playing, and a "work-life harmony" philosophy revolutionized patient care and client relationships. This episode is packed with invaluable lessons for veterinarians, practice owners...

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  Episode #37

  🎙️ Episode 34 : Leadership, Laughter & Turnkey Clinics: Rhys Gets Real

  Jun 18, 202552 minS0

  <p>In this candid and laugh-filled episode, we welcome Rhys Giannarelli, founder of Innovative Vet Management Solutions and co-owner of two practices in Vancouver. Rhys brings an Aussie-Canadian lens to the challenges of leadership, culture, and sustainable clinic ownership in veterinary medicine.</p><p>Rhys says it plain: people aren’t quitting the job—they’re quitting you. And that leadership gap is the real crisis.</p><p>You’ll hear stories about family life (soccer vs. hockey!), what makes Canadian clinics different, and how to create a truly turnkey practice—one that runs without you.</p><p>🎧 If you want to stop...

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