HeyJaredPeter & Phil's Courageous Conversations
A phone call, prompted by George Floyd's death, brings two veterinarians from two different races together to discuss their perspectives on pivotal issues affecting America today.
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The Politics of Revenge: What It Means for American Democracy (opens the original)
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Is revenge becoming the driving force behind American politics? In this episode, Dr. Phil Nelson and Dr. Peter Weinstein discuss what happens when political decisions are fueled by personal grudges, retaliation, and the desire to punish perceived enemies. From attacks on government institutions and public health to growing control over information and the media, they examine how these actions could affect everyday Americans and whether the country’s democratic safeguards can withstand the pressu
Risky Comedy: Could Blazing Saddles Be Made Today? (opens the original)
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Could Blazing Saddles be made today or would it be canceled before the cameras even started rolling? In this episode, Peter and Phil take a look at Mel Brooks’ comedy classic and use it to jump into a much bigger conversation about satire, censorship, political correctness, and just how much the rules of comedy have changed. Are we more thoughtful about what we joke about or have we just become afraid to take more risks? From the jokes that would never make it past a studio meeting today to the
Beyond the Degree: What Makes a Veterinarian Career-Ready? (opens the original)
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In this episode, Dr. Peter Weinstein and Dr. Phillip discuss the complex landscape of veterinary education, including its mission, success metrics, and the challenges faced by students and professionals. They explore how competency-based assessments, licensing exams, and long-term career success are interconnected and what makes veterinarians ready for the real world, beyond the degree.
Student Debt, Training & the Future of Veterinary Medicine (opens the original)
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Veterinary medicine is changing... but is veterinary education keeping up? In this episode of Peter & Phil's Courageous Conversations , Dr. Peter Weinstein and Philip Nelson take an honest look at the future of veterinary education and the challenges facing the next generation of veterinary professionals by discussing the rising cost of veterinary school, the impact of student debt on career choices, the possibility of three-year veterinary programs, the importance of hands-on clinical training,
250 Years Later: Democracy, Equality, and the Future of America (opens the original)
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In this thought-provoking episode of Courageous Conversations, Peter & Phil reflect on America’s 250th anniversary and ask a bigger question: what are we actually celebrating? From the ideals of the Declaration of Independence to the realities of democracy, voting rights, equality, and the rule of law, they examine how far the nation has come AND how far it still has to go. With candid commentary on history, leadership, and the meaning of “elite,” this conversation challenges listeners to consid
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