The Greatest Profession

Laura Bailey - Didn’t Learn Anything as a Child

On this episode of the podcast we are joined by Laura Bailey. As real life best-pals, Laura and Matt talk about anything and everything; that's why we had to split the conversation into two episodes. On this first installment, we talk about adult braces, linebackers, and being part of the problem.
We also dive into conversations about sexual harassment and our personal experiences with suicide. For reference, the approximate time points for these topics are listed below. 
Laura Bailey is a small animal general practitioner living in coastal North Carolina. She and her husband, Clayton, own a small animal practice in Morehead City, North Carolina. 
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The Greatest Profession Podcast Episode 16: “Didn't Learn Anything as a Child” is streaming now! Find it on Spotify, Apple, Google, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts.
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The first portion of the episode we dive into the topic of sexual harassment. The majority of this occurs from approximately 3:50 to 14:10, but there are continued mentions of related personal experiences through 24:45.
Much of the conversation surrounding suicide occurs between 24:45 and 35:00, with a brief mention at 14:40. 
These time point references are meant to provide a general idea of when these topics come up in the conversation; they are are not meant to be exhaustive. 
 

Meanderings: On Fingers and Timelines

On this episode of the podcast, our host, Matt Asciutto reflects back on themes from the last episode: No Extra Fingers Left. He particularly finds himself ensorcelled by the notion of timelines and how we compare our lives to the trajectories of the lives of others. 
At the end of the episode he asks a few things of the audience:
First, define what are the valuable aspects of life for you. In other words, what do you want out of this life?
Second, take stock of what you have truly accomplished in this life, particularly paying attention to the things that don't fit within traditional life timelines. 
Third, if you feel behind on something, but that something isn't really all that important to you, work on letting it go. But if you feel behind with regards to something that truly is important, then get moving. 
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For context on this episode, please see Episode 14: No Extra Fingers Left featuring Lindsay Knott. All episodes of The Greatest Profession Podcast can be found on Spotify, Google, Apple, or wherever you get your podcasts. 
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Lindsay Knott - No Extra Fingers Left

On this episode of the podcast we are joined by the inimitable, and extendable, Lindsay Knott. Matt and Lindsay talk about weddings, tattoos, and heated games of Jenga. Dr. Knott is an equine surgeon practicing in (the currently verdant) Northern California.
 
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The Greatest Profession Podcast Episode 14: “No Extra Fingers Left” is streaming now! Find it on Spotify, Apple, Google, or wherever you get your podcasts.
 

Michael Nystrom - Made-Up Medicine-Land

On this episode of the podcast we are joined by the overly helpful specialist, Michael Nystrom. Matt and Mike talk about creaky knees, crying dads, and silly podcasts. Dr. Nystrom is a critical care specialist working just outside of Raleigh, North Carolina.
 
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The Greatest Profession Podcast Episode 13: “Made-Up Medicine-Land” is streaming now! Find it on Spotify, Apple, Google, or wherever you get your podcasts.
 

TJ Muse - Tell Me You’re Joking

On this episode of the podcast we are joined by TJ Muse! Matt and TJ discuss being rich, envelope sizes, and being allergic to the job. Dr. Muse is a relief emergency veterinarian and former medical director of an ER/Specialty hospital based in central North Carolina.

Jeremy Nix - Three Out Of Five

On this episode of the podcast we are joined by vet school classmate and fellow accidental veterinarian, Jeremy Nix! Matt and Jeremy discuss being failed teachers, different types of babies, and, of course, Captain Kirk. Dr. Nix is a general practitioner and medical director of a VCA hospital in Florida.

Al Atkinson - My Dog Has a Cough and I’m a Flying Wallenda

On this very special episode of the podcast we are joined by Al Atkinson. Al and Matt's friendship goes back almost 20 years (back when Matt was fancy-free and still considering being a human neurologist). Matt and Al talk about their time performing improv comedy together, cans of ether, and kids these days. 
Dr. Atkinson is a semi-retired general practice veterinarian who graduated from vet school all the way back in 1982 (otherwise known as 'the before times'). When he's not off exploring the world, he can be found picking up GP shifts in both Colorado and Southern California. 

Margret Donahue - At First I Wanted To Be a Unicorn

This week we are joined by Margret Donahue, who is far-too-qualified to be taking time out of her day to talk with us. Together we discuss having mice as roommates, her proficiency at gaming personality tests, and how darn awkward she is. Dr. Donahue is a Board Certified Emergency and Critical Care Specialist as well as medical director of a specialty/ER hospital in Fredericksburg, Virginia.