The VetStory Podcast

Pigs, Pedicures, and a Penis Cake Pan – Vet Tales Get Wild with Dr. Joydine Green (Part 2)

We’re back with round two of VetStory featuring Dr. Joydine Green—and this one goes completely off the rails in the best possible way.
If you thought flying cows and Bobby Clarke smiles were wild in Part 1, just wait until you hear about Gizmo the opera-singing pig, a backyard penis cake pan, and how a 600-pound boar got sedated in the most creative (and slightly horrifying) way possible.
Joydine shares more behind-the-scenes chaos from her mobile mixed-animal practice in Prince George, BC, and gives us a sneak peek into her upcoming book, packed with these kinds of outrageous veterinary tales.
Oh, and if you’ve never heard of “boar taint” or using testicles as an injection site… buckle up.
This episode is not for the faint-hearted, but it is for anyone who loves a brutally honest, laugh-out-loud glimpse into rural vet life.

Leadership, Adrenaline & the Search for Meaning - John Graham

Have you ever had your grandad sit you down and tell you a wild story from the past?Something like, “Back in 1950, kid, we didn’t have phones—we had fists, fire, and maybe a freighter to the Far East.”
This is one of those stories.
John Graham isn’t from the vet world, but you’re going to want to sit down for this one. From hitchhiking through revolutions and climbing Denali to dodging bullets in Vietnam, surviving a sinking cruise ship, and helping end apartheid—John’s lived a life that reads like a movie. But it’s not just adrenaline. This episode is about what happens when the thrill wears off—and you’re forced to reckon with purpose, meaning, and the person you’ve become.
We talk about:
Leadership and ego (and why John Wayne let him down)
Screaming at God in a lifeboat off the Alaska coast
Crawling out of toxic masculinity to build a life of service
This isn’t just a good story. It’s a reminder that life can change at any point—if you're willing to listen.
📘 Grab John’s book: Quest – Risk, Adventure, and the Search for MeaningThe memoir is Quest – Risk, Adventure, and the Search for Meaning, now available as an audiobook. My website is johngraham.org and the website for the Giraffe Heroes Project—the global movement I help run—is.giraffe.org.  

One Roof to Rule Them All: Inside the ChckVet Revolution with Joe Chickerillo

In this hilariously unfiltered episode of Vet Story, I sit down with my mate Joe Cigarillo—aka the tall, younger Joe Pesci of the veterinary tech world. We dive into why the vet industry is more fun than dentistry, how Check Vet is flipping online booking and communication on its head, and the power of real-time automation in client engagement.
No scripts, no filters—just two loud extroverts bantering about swearing in Canada, culture clashes, and the tech that’s quietly making practices wildly more efficient. If you’re tired of polite vendor pitches and want a dose of truth with a side of sass, this one’s for you.
Trigger warning: May cause spontaneous laughter and FOMO for practices still using paper books.

From NHL Dreams to Cows on the Run – A Wild Vet Life with Jodyne Green

What do hockey dreams, flying cows, knocked-out teeth, and a mobile vet clinic in the snowy wilds of Canada have in common? Dr. Jodyne Green.
In this hilarious and jaw-droppingly candid episode, we sit down with Jodyne—owner of Green Mobile Veterinary Services in Prince George, BC—to talk about her journey from prairie kid with NHL ambitions to mixed animal vet wrangling bulls and preg-checking cattle in Sasquatch country.
She shares the unforgettable story of how a preg check on Boxing Day turned into an emergency dental visit, how she rocked Vegas with a Bobby Clarke smile and a broken leg, and why practice ownership still fires her up after 19 years.
Oh—and yes, there’s a pig in a penis cake pan story on the horizon.
If you're in vet med or just love a good laugh with a side of grit, you’re going to love this one.
Stay tuned for part two... it only gets better.

Entrepreneurship in VetMed – A Must-Listen with Dr. Peter Weinstein! 🏥🚀

In this episode of Vet Story Podcast, we’re diving deep into vetrepreneurship with none other than Dr. Peter Weinstein! 🏥💼
Dr. Weinstein is a veterinary industry leader, speaker, and advocate for independent practice ownership. We chat about:✅ The future of vet med entrepreneurship✅ Why fewer vets are stepping into ownership—and how to change that✅ Startup vs. buying an existing practice – Which is right for you?✅ The real financial benefits of ownership✅ How to set up your exit strategy from Day 1
If you're a vet looking to take control of your career, this is the episode you don’t want to miss! 🎯
🔗 Resources & Links:📌 Dr. Peter Weinstein’s Online Course: Veterinary Ownership Advocates📌 Follow Dr. Weinstein on LinkedIn
🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube!

Drums, VetMed, and Forensic Files – A Wild Vet Story with Rebecca Fox!

In this episode of Vet Story Podcast, we sit down with the multi-talented Rebecca Fox, a hospital administrator by day and a rockstar drummer by night! 🎶🥁
Rebecca shares her journey from VetMed receptionist to hospital administrator while balancing her passion for music, including rocking the VMX Talent Showcase 2025. She also spills an unbelievable forensic mystery involving a frozen dog at her old clinic—yes, it’s straight out of Forensic Files! 🕵️‍♂️🐕
And if that wasn’t enough, we wrap up with a hilarious mix-up involving a very unexpected stool sample. 😂💩
Tune in for laughs, mystery, and some rock & roll in vet med!
🔗 Follow Rebecca:📍 LinkedIn: Rebecca Fox🎵 TikTok: @FOXEdrummist

The Feral Cat Man & Other Vet Clinic Oddities With Melissa Tompkins

Full Video: https://youtu.be/0S4W9rc8x9kIn this episode of VetStory, I sit down with my good friend, Melissa Toppkins Lewis, a veterinary management consultant and self-proclaimed crazy cat lady. From standing in traffic to save an injured cat to encountering a man who believed he was a feral cat, Mel has seen it all. We dive into the wild, bizarre, and sometimes downright chaotic moments from her career in vet med, from emergency clinic drama to workplace security nightmares. Plus, we chat about her upcoming move, her love for OSHA (yes, really), and what’s next for her career. Don’t miss this hilarious and insightful conversation! South Coast Veterinary Management Solutions-https://southcoastveterinarymanagementsolutions.com/ South Coast Veterinary Management Solutions - https://www.youtube.com/@southcoastveterinarymanage263

Is it skank or Skunk? With Jamie Mcgill-Worsely

I sat down with my good friend and fellow vet, Jamie McGill Worsley, to hear about one of the most unforgettable (and stinkiest) experiences of her career. From running a multi-location veterinary practice in Ontario to performing an unusual surgery on a skunk—this episode is packed with laughter, surprises, and a whole lot of regret. We dive into the reality of vet life, the chaos of managing multiple clinics, and why Jamie will never forget the day she got up close and personal with skunk spray. Trust me, you don’t want to miss this one!Webpages:https://northernoakah.comhttps://forestvetclinic.comhttps://birchlaneveterinary.com 

Late for Work Because…? The Wildest HR Excuse Yet with Mike Shirley

In this episode, I sit down with Michael Shirley, the Chief Empowerment Officer of Family Pet Health, to share laughs, insights, and some unforgettable stories from the world of practice management. Michael tells me a jaw-dropping tale about one employee’s excuse for being late that left him absolutely speechless. We also dive into the challenges of HR, empowering teams, and the realities of owning and growing a veterinary practice. Join me for this fun, insightful conversation—you don’t want to miss it!FamilyPetHealth familypethealth.com
Veterinary Leadership Book Club https://www.facebook.com/groups/veterinaryleadershipbookclub
The Family Pet Podcast www.thefamilypetpodcast.com 
 
Michael Shirley is the Chief Empowerment Officer of Family Pet Health in Murfreesboro, TN. They are a privately owned small animal and exotics general practice with a team of 24 veterinary professionals including 5 FTE veterinarians. Michael is a licensed high school teacher, and he spent 16 years in agriculture education before leaving the classroom to help his wife, Dr. Amy Shirley, build her veterinary practice with a focus on creating a positive workplace culture.

Vegas Vet Wars: Guns, Slot Machines with Mike Falconer

In this episode of Vet Story, I sit down with Mike Falconer, a veteran practice manager who runs three hospitals in the heart of Las Vegas. From managing 15 doctors to dealing with armed clients, blackmail letters, and even the occasional slot machine idea, Mike shares some of the wildest stories I’ve ever heard.
We talk about the challenges of recruiting in vet med, the importance of protecting your team, and the hard lessons Mike has learned along the way. This episode is a mix of humor, heart, and a few jaw-dropping moments you don’t want to miss!
http://mikefalconer.net
@mikefalconer
https://www.facebook.com/MikefalconerMMVP
 
Bio
 
"Originally hailing from Scotland, and after a career in the entertainment lighting business, Mike is the Hospital Administrator for a 15-doctor veterinary practice, and two satellite practices in Las Vegas. He is also the Recruitment and Externship Director for an alliance of independently owned veterinary practices – V.O.S.
A Hospital Administrator for 18 years, Mike also writes, speaks, and consults on management, human resources, marketing, and social media. A Top Writer on Quora, winner of the Founders Award from the Uncharted Veterinary Conference, and frequent poster to his own blog, Mike is also involved in various veterinary management, human resources, and marketing organizations.  
In his spare time, Mike is a voracious reader, consumer of film, theater patron, renovates his house, watches hockey games, and dabbles in Yoga and climbing; both of which he does badly. He has a rescue dog called Miles who is slowly destroying his house and a retired racing greyhound called Ella."