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Veterinary Ramblings
Tired of boring, clinical veterinary podcasts? Join Veterinarian Dr Julian Hoad & Anaesthetic Expert Mike Brampton, as they interview inspirational guests each week who are related to the veterinary world. Veterinary Ramblings is like going for a drink with your favourite work colleagues after a long day - we’ll make you laugh, inspire you and perhaps teach you something new!
Episodes
Veterinary RamblingsWolves, Eagles & Beavers: Why Rewilding Divides Britain | Veterinary Ramblings
Rewilding has mostly cracked the technical side. We know how to bring back species, restore forests and re-wet peat bogs. The hard part now is people. In this…
Veterinary RamblingsVeterinary Ramblings: Animal Welfare, Contextualized Care & Pet Lighthouse with Guest Caroline Allen
In this episode of Veterinary Ramblings, hosts Mike Brampton and Julian Hoad sit down with guest Caroline Allen, a veteran veterinarian with nearly two decades…
Veterinary RamblingsPart 1: Inside the Old Manosphere with Chris Ritchie (Part 1) | Veterinary Ramblings Ep 154
What happens when a veterinary publisher, a vet and a vet nurse/podcaster sit down with a beer? Mike Brampton and Julian Hoad welcome Chris Ritchie – editor…
Veterinary RamblingsFIP, Ethics, & The Truth About Feline Medicine | Dr. Petra Cerna
This week on Veterinary Ramblings, Mike Brampton and Julian Hoad are joined by feline medicine specialist Dr. Petra Cerna, DVM, PhD, to explore the unique…
Veterinary RamblingsPuppy Farms, Politics & Protecting Dogs with Dr. Marc Abraham part 2
This week on Veterinary Ramblings, Mike Brampton and Julian Hoad are joined by Dr. Marc Abraham to explore animal welfare, grassroots campaigning, legislation…
Veterinary RamblingsPuppy Farms, Politics & Protecting Dogs with Dr. Marc Abraham
This week on Veterinary Ramblings, Mike Brampton and Julian Hoad are joined by Dr. Marc Abraham to explore animal welfare, grassroots campaigning, legislation…
Veterinary RamblingsBears, Birds & the BSAVA Handover
This week on Veterinary Ramblings, Mike Brampton and Julian Hoad catch up on recent adventures, veterinary milestones, and a few unexpected stories along the…
Veterinary RamblingsBreeding, Bans, and Brachycephalics with Dan O’Neill & Marisa Heath
This week on Veterinary Ramblings, Mike Brampton and Julian Hoad are joined by Dan O’Neill & Marisa Heath to unpack the controversy surrounding the so-called…
Veterinary RamblingsPort Etiquette, Public Speaking, and Polar Bears
This week on Veterinary Ramblings, Mike Brampton and Julian Hoad cover everything from formal dinner etiquette to key issues in the veterinary industry. A…
Veterinary RamblingsPet Savers, Propeller Planes, and the Perfect Scone
This week on Veterinary Ramblings, Mike Brampton and Julian Hoad are joined by Allie Selby, Fundraising and Income Generation Manager for PetSavers, part of…
Veterinary RamblingsFrom Tokyo to Tigers: Travel Tales and Vet Stories
This week on Veterinary Ramblings, hosts Mike Brampton and Julian Hoad kick off the episode with Mike’s recent trip to Japan, sharing observations from a…
Veterinary RamblingsProtecting People, Protecting Animals with Dr Paula Boyden
This week on Veterinary Ramblings, Mike Brampton and Julian Hoad are joined by Dr. Paula Boyden, newly appointed Fellow and leading voice on animal and human…
Veterinary RamblingsEthics at the Edge of Veterinary Medicine with Dr Polly Taylor
This week on Veterinary Ramblings, Julian Hoad and Mike Brampton are joined by Dr Polly Taylor to discuss veterinary ethics and the limits of modern medicine…
Veterinary RamblingsNew Year Episode
This week on Veterinary Ramblings, Julian Hoad and Mike Brampton debate the value of pre-anaesthetic blood tests for young, healthy animals, questioning…
Veterinary RamblingsLondon Vet Show Special: Stand J09 and Beyond with Mike & Julian
We’re warming up for the London Vet Show with a mix of conference wisdom and classic chaos. Mike talks super-cuffs and reliable readings, Julian drops a…
Veterinary RamblingsBuilding Better Veterinary Conversations With Arlo Guthrie
This week we’re joined by Arlo Guthrie - publisher, community builder, and unapologetic critical thinker. From cake factories and cockpits to founding…
Veterinary RamblingsBreaking Bread and Beating Burnout with Mark Johnston
This week we’re joined by Mark Johnston, former equine anaesthetist, digital innovator, and mental health advocate. From his early years in Newmarket to…
Veterinary RamblingsKickboxing, Burnout & Boundaries with Gunila Pedersen
This week we’re joined by Gunila Pedersen - ECC vet, life coach, and Muay Thai enthusiast who splits her time between Spain, Denmark, and the UK. From belly…
Veterinary RamblingsUbuntu on the Road with Manon Verijdt
This week we’re joined by Manon Verijdt - writer, adventurer, and editor of Ubuntu Magazine. From a very Dutch loaf to a very big leap: Manon shares how a…
Veterinary RamblingsCharisma, Communication & Community with Karis Matik
This week we’re joined by Karis Matik, Marketing & Brand Director at Kernow Vet Messaging and dedicated StreetVet volunteer. From French baguettes to…
Veterinary RamblingsStarting From Scratch: The Manchester Cat Clinic Story with Ellie Lee
Ellie Lee joins us to share the remarkable journey of opening Manchester Cat Clinic with her husband just two years ago. From renovating a derelict building…
Veterinary RamblingsFrom Bears To Infection Control with Angela Willemsen
Angela Willemsen’s career spans human nursing, the Royal Australian Air Force, veterinary medicine, and a PhD in infection control. She shares how her journey…
Veterinary RamblingsTest or Trouble: Practice Hygiene That Actually Works with Neil Forbes
Neil Forbes joins us again to uncover what really goes on behind the scenes of veterinary hygiene. From hidden pathogens to the culture of “good enough,” he…
Veterinary RamblingsRare Dogs and Real Civility with Sara Jackson
What do rare spaniels, sled dogs, and civility at work have in common? In this episode, Sara Jackson shares how an accidental encounter with a Sussex Spaniel…
Veterinary RamblingsThe Accessoscope: Seeing Veterinary Life Differently With Niall Connell
Niall Connell shares his remarkable journey from an unexpected start in veterinary medicine to a career filled with orthopaedic challenges, leadership roles…
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Vet Nurse Takeover with Matthew Rendle & Jo Megarity
To celebrate Veterinary Nursing Awareness Month, we’re flipping the script - literally. Matt Rendle and Jo Megarity step in as guest hosts, giving Mike and…
Veterinary RamblingsBowties, Eyes and Surprise with David Williams
Dr David Williams joins Mike and Julian for an extensive conversation that spans various topics including the power of a bow tie, lifelong learning, and the…
Veterinary RamblingsMindset and Mastery with Andy Green
In this episode, Mike and Julian are joined by Andy Green – small animal vet, leadership mentor, and Director at the employee-owned Pennard Vets. Andy explores…
Veterinary RamblingsHighland Wildlife Tales With Rebecca Amos
In this engaging episode of Veterinary Ramblings, Mike and Julian are joined by Rebecca Amos from the Highland Wildlife Park. Rebecca sheds light on her…
Veterinary RamblingsBe the Change: Championing Antimicrobial Stewardship With Fergus Allerton
In this episode, Mike and Julian are joined by Fergus Allerton, a leading voice in antimicrobial stewardship within veterinary medicine, to tackle the pressing…
Veterinary RamblingsThriving Amidst Chaos with Allison Johanson (LCSW)
In this episode, Julian and Mike introduce Allison Johansson, an expert on managing stress and trauma. The discussion revolves around techniques for dealing…
Veterinary RamblingsThe Road to Resilience: Balancing Life and Vet Practice with Dave Nicol
In this episode, Dr Dave Nicol joins Julian and Mike to share his journey from veterinary practice owner to author and mentor for aspiring vets. Together, they…
Veterinary RamblingsExploring Nature’s Hidden Worlds with Nicky Fish
In this episode of Veterinary Ramblings, hosts Mike Brampton and Julian Hoad are joined by wildlife conservationist Nicky Fish for an inspiring exploration of…
Veterinary RamblingsExploring Genetic Disorders With Clare Rusbridge
Mike Brampton and Julian Hoad welcome renowned veterinary neurologist Clare Rusbridge to discuss her work on Chiari malformation and syringomyelia in toy breed…
Veterinary RamblingsFrom Marathons to Microbes With Jackie Brearley
In this episode, Mike and Julian sit down with Jackie Brearley, a trailblazer in the veterinary field as one of Cambridge's first female veterinary students…
Veterinary RamblingsUnionising Vet Nursing with Georgina Parsons
In this episode, Mike and Julian introduce Georgina Parsons, a driving force behind the National Union of Registered Veterinary Nurses (NURVN). The discussion…
Veterinary RamblingsCanine Arthritis Management (CAM) With Hannah Capon
Mike Brampton and Julian Hoad are joined by Hannah Capon from Canine Arthritis Management (CAM) to discuss osteoarthritis in dogs. They explore the challenges…
Veterinary RamblingsIt's Not Always About You: Understanding Incivility with Helen Silver-MacMahon
In this episode, we explore the importance of civility in the workplace with Helen Silver-MacMahon, a registered veterinary nurse pursuing a PhD in…
Veterinary RamblingsBehind the Scalpel: Conversations with Surgeon Giles Bond-Smith
In this episode, we sit down with renowned consultant HPB and emergency surgeon Giles Bond Smith to gain deep insights into the life of a surgeon in human…
Veterinary RamblingsLeadership, Culture, and Success with Cath Bishop
In this episode, Julian and Mike have a fascinating conversation with Cath Bishop, an inspirational speaker, author, and former Olympic rower. They discuss a…
Veterinary RamblingsNeurological Discoveries in Veterinary Science With Holger Volk
Join Julian and Mike as they chat with Holger Volk, a prominent neurologist, neurosurgeon, and recipient of several Jim Bee educator excellent in teaching…
Veterinary RamblingsThe Magic Behind The Mic With Tesseract Media Services
Julian and Mike sit down with Charlie and Alicia, the key figures behind the scenes at Tesseract Media Services, the masterminds behind the production of…
Veterinary RamblingsRisky Business With Jack Peploe From Veterinary IT Services
In this episode, we're joined by Jack Peploe from Veterinary IT Services to discuss his top tips for IT security and learn more about his fascinating…
Veterinary RamblingsAdvanced Imaging For All With Craig Tessyman
In this episode, Craig Tessyman, a nurse team leader for the exotics department at Rutland House, joins Julian and Mike to discuss his recent endeavours and…
Veterinary RamblingsJungle Adventure Of A New Grad Vet With Jamil Dowling
In this episode, Jamil Dowling, a veterinary graduate who previously joined the hosts as a student, returns to share his extraordinary journey post-graduation…
Veterinary RamblingsA Journey Into Ultrasound With Angie Lloyd-Jones and Julie Burnage from Aspire UCS
In this weeks episode, Julian and Mike are joined by Angie and Jules, two women with a combined experience of 65 years in ultrasound, now focused on enhancing…
Veterinary RamblingsEpisode 109: Flying Giraffes and Aging Horses With Nicola Jarvis (Redwings Horse Sanctuary)
Join Nicola Jarvis, a passionate veterinary surgeon from Red Wings Horse Sanctuary, as she shares her fascinating experiences in this light-hearted chat…
Veterinary RamblingsEpisode 108: Change How You Think About Special Need Dogs With Tracey Turnbull
In this episode, we delve into the heartwarming world of dog rescue and advocacy with the incredible Tracey Turnbull. Introduced to us by former guest Louise…
Veterinary RamblingsEpisode 107: In the Arctic with Mike Brampton
To celebrate the festive season, Julian Hoad interviews Mike Brampton who provides a compelling account of his life as an Arctic explorer, guide and wildlife…
Veterinary RamblingsEpisode 106: Not One More Vet With Shannon Emmons
In this episode, we sit down with Dr Shannon Emmons, a practice owner, Education Committee Co-Chair and a member of the Board of Directors for the veterinary…
Veterinary RamblingsEpisode 105: Tackling Cancer with Salmonella
Join us as we delve into the world of cancer research with the incredible Doug Thamm. We kick things off by exploring Doug's groundbreaking study on utilizing…
Veterinary RamblingsEpisode 104: Unlearning The Traditional Approach With Periwinkle Kaur
Join us on this episode of "Veterinary Ramblings" as we welcome Periwinkle Kaur, the Director of ESU Medical Solutions. With a unique blend of medical…
Veterinary RamblingsEpisode 103: Human Arrogance And Animal Behaviour With Sarah Heath
In this episode of Veterinary Ramblings, we are thrilled to welcome the distinguished Sarah Heath from Behavioural Referrals Veterinary Practice. As Julian…
Veterinary RamblingsEpisode 102: Opening An Orthopaedic Practice With Dr Andy Moores
This week we're delighted to be joined by Dr Andy Moores, an internationally-recognised expert in small animal orthopaedics! Andy has had an interesting…
Veterinary RamblingsEpisode 101: From Academia to Antibiotics with Prof. Ian Ramsey
We're delighted to be joined by award-winning writer and former BSAVA President Professor Ian Ramsey. Join us as we delve into the pivotal moments that shaped…
Veterinary RamblingsEpisode 100: Improving The Lives Of Animals With Dr Alick Simmons
This week we are joined by Dr Alick Simmons, a distinguished expert with a captivating career in animal welfare. Dr. Simmons takes us on a journey through his…
Veterinary RamblingsEp 98: The Magic Of Mushrooms With Dr Rob Silver & Joni Kamlet
In this captivating episode, our hosts Mike and Julian delve into the enchanting world of mushrooms alongside their knowledgeable guests, Dr Rob Silver and…
Veterinary RamblingsUnveiling the Brucella Canis Crisis: A Candid Conversation with Louise Buckley & Mike Brampton
In this special episode of Veterinary Ramblings, we delve into a pressing issue currently affecting the veterinary industry. Our guest, Louise Buckley, takes…
Veterinary RamblingsEp 97: Canine Cancer Care With Inge Breathnach AKA The Oncology RVN
The next guest to join us is Inge Breathnach AKA The Oncology RVN! With quite a sensitive episode ahead of us, we start with the most difficult question we…