Send a textVeterinary career paths aren’t one-size-fits-all. In this episode, Vet Life Reimagined guest, Dr. Shannon Bass, shares how she’s navigated general practice, ER, acupuncture, recruiting, and leadership by staying true to her values of connection and curiosity. Now VP of Medical Leadership at Vets Pets, Shannon offers practical advice Read More
Season IV begins with a powerful leadership question: What do you do when the plan changes? In this opening episode of Off the Record: The Real Talk Podcast – Leadership in Real Time, host Allie Braswell explores one of the most defining moments in leadership — when the strategy that Read More
Send a textThe Certificate in Veterinary Workplace Wellbeing meets Women's History Month. The certificate is hosted by Dr. Phil Richmond and the Florida VMA. Check out the FVMA's Inspire program. Looking for an inspiring veterinary career story? These are the episodes referenced in the episode:Dr. Linda Rhodes, Breaking Barnyard BarriersLaunched their own Read More
Welcome back to Hometown Jax — the podcast where hosts Aaron Bacus and Jason Kindler sit down with Jacksonville’s entrepreneurs, professionals, and community leaders to uncover their journeys, challenges, and the stories that make our city thrive. Each episode dives deep into what drives our guests to make a difference Read More
Send a textAbout the Guest:Mindy Dutka is a dog documentary photographer, advocate, and storyteller whose business, Dogs I Meet, is built on the belief that every dog has a tale worth telling. With a lifelong love for dogs, she has traveled the globe providing brands and animal welfare organizations with Read More
Send a textFrom barnyard to boardroom: Dr. Linda Rhodes shares her exciting career path from despite the many 'no's, becoming Utah's first large animal veterinarian taking care of cows in world-class daires to the many adventures that followed. Dr. Linda continued to get a PhD, to lead teams in the Read More
Send a textAbout the guest: Alexandre Contreras, VT, CCMT is a veterinary technician trained in canine physical therapy and is now an innovator and entrepreneur. He has built a service business called DogApy, a product business called KlipTrio, and a non-profit that brings together community and empowers students interested in careers Read More
Welcome to Hometown Jax, the podcast where hosts Jason Kindler and Aaron Backus sit down with local business owners to share their journeys, challenges, and impact on Jacksonville’s community. Each episode dives into the stories of entrepreneurs who are shaping the city, giving listeners an inside look at the grit, Read More
Send a textIn this episode, Dr. David Haworth joins Megan Sprinkle to share his nonlinear veterinary career journey, a path that took him from a two-doctor clinic in Spokane, WA to leading major organizations like Pfizer Animal Health, PetSmart Charities, and the Morris Animal Foundation. David reflects on the power of Read More
In the final episode of the Voices of Leadership season, Allie Braswell sits down with Lieutenant General Gwen Bingham, U.S. Army (Ret.), to explore “The Voice of Legacy.” This episode examines how leaders build lasting impact through mentorship, stewardship, and intentional leadership long before the end of their careers. LTG Read More
Send a textWhat happens when thousands of veterinary professionals gather at the start of a new year to talk about leadership, innovation, and the future of vet med?In this special solo episode, Dr. Megan Sprinkle shares her top takeaways from two major events — the AVMA Veterinary Leadership Conference (VLC) Read More
In Episode VI of Off the Record: The Real Talk Podcast, host Allie Braswell delivers a powerful solo reflection on “The Voice of Courage.” This episode explores the moments when leadership is tested quietly — through difficult decisions, personal accountability, and the courage to stand by values when comfort would Read More
Hometown Jax is a podcast dedicated to spotlighting the local entrepreneurs, creatives, and business owners who make Jacksonville thrive. Hosted by Aaron Bacus, each episode dives into the real stories behind the brands—highlighting the challenges, risks, and personal growth that come with building a business from the ground up in Read More
Send a textVeterinary medicine is evolving — fast. In this episode of Vet Life Reimagined, Dr. Mike Mossop shares his journey from clinical practice to current Chief Veterinary Officer of CoVet and why he’s passionate about driving change at the intersection of innovation and relationship-centered veterinary care. We discuss AI Read More
In Episode V of Off the Record: The Real Talk Podcast, Allie Braswell explores “The Voice of Collaboration” with Judith Smelser, President & General Manager of Central Florida Public Media. This conversation examines what it takes to lead collaboratively in environments where trust, credibility, and alignment are essential. Judith shares Read More
Send a textIn this episode of Vet Life Reimagined, we sit down with Candise Goodwin, founder of Outlier Advisors and veteran of the pet and animal health industries. With decades of experience across startups, veterinary services, and global pet brands, Candise shares how vet med can grow and why now Read More
Welcome to Hometown Jax, where hosts Aaron Bacus and Jason Kindler bring you into authentic conversations with the entrepreneurs, creators, and leaders shaping Jacksonville’s future. Each episode highlights the people behind the progress—the ones turning adversity into opportunity and building something meaningful right here on the First Coast.In this heartfelt Read More
Send a textIn this episode of Vet Life Reimagined, AVMA President Dr. Michael Bailey, shares his powerful career journey from childhood dealing with dyslexia and doubting adults to becoming a national leader in veterinary medicine.We discuss the future of the profession, the importance of diversity of thought, how the Tuskegee Read More
Send a textIn this special episode of Vet Life Reimagined, we look toward the horizon of 2026 with a distinguished panel of industry leaders to explore the shifts facing our clinics, teams, and the industry at large.Resources:Video episode on YouTubeCandise Goodwin Dr. Michael Bailey Dr. Jennifer Quammen Dr. Jen Quammen’s previous episode on Read More
Welcome to Hometown Jax, the podcast where Aaron Bacus explores the real stories of Jacksonville’s most inspiring individuals—from entrepreneurs and athletes to community leaders—who share how they’ve overcome life’s challenges while staying grounded in purpose. Each episode digs deep into personal resilience, professional growth, and the kind of hard-earned wisdom Read More
