Desk Wench Confessions
22 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsDesk Wench Confessions is from the mind of comedic actress turned veterinary professional, Caitlin Palmer.
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Maggie Rose Macar is tackling mental health roadblocks
October 11, 2022 00:43 - 1 hour - 73.4 MBTrigger warning. This episode of Desk Wench Confessions contains descriptions of self harm and suicide ideation. Contact the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline if you are experiencing mental health-related distress or are worried about a loved one who may need crisis support. ********************************************************** One of few good things that changed during the pandemic is that the veterinary community started speaking more openly and honestly about mental health. This c...
Natalie Malkut is taking charge
March 10, 2022 18:59 - 40 minutes - 46.8 MBColorado native, Natalie Malkut, is more than a veterinary technician, she’s also an inventor. She recently created BradyBoots, an eco friendly way to comfortably monitor ECG patients. On this episode of Desk Wench Confessions, host Caitlin Palmer finds out more about this smart lady on a mission! We love you for listening! Learn more about Natalie and BradyBoots by clicking on the link below: Natalie Malkut Follow Caitlin Palmer @deskwench ▷ LET’S BECOME FRIENDS!! 🔥Subscrib...
Around the world with Dr. Thom Jenkins
February 28, 2022 18:19 - 53 minutes - 61.1 MBOn this episode of Desk Wench Confessions, host Caitlin Palmer meets Dr. Thom Jenkins. Dr. Thom, a British veterinarian, has spent time all around the globe and tell us stories about helping animals and making changes for the better. Follow Caitlin Palmer @deskwench ▷ LET’S BECOME FRIENDS!! 🔥Subscribe to our channel : https://tinyurl.com/zctkzy8 🔥Join the Vet Candy Circle at https://www.myvetcandy.com/circle 🔥Follow us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/myvetcandy 🔥Follow...
It is a love story!
February 14, 2022 21:52 - 56 minutes - 64.4 MBMeet the man behind the Desk Wench, Clay Palmer! On this episode of Desk Wench Confession, it is all about L O V E! We meet host Caitlin Palmer's love, Clay Palmer, who happens to work at a pet crematory. They talk about life, love, and things you didn't know about cremation. Follow Caitlin Palmer @deskwench ▷ LET’S BECOME FRIENDS!! 🔥Subscribe to our channel : https://tinyurl.com/zctkzy8 🔥Join the Vet Candy Circle at https://www.myvetcandy.com/circle 🔥Follow us on Facebook a...
Making pickles with Rhonda Bell
February 01, 2022 00:42 - 52 minutes - 59.7 MBOn this episode of the Desk Wench Confessions, we meet the multi-talented Rhonda Bell, who, in addition to being an entrepreneur, she also spends her free time canning on TikTok! Who would have thought canning would be so popular. Rhonda talks about the day she realized that she was pushing herself too hard (she was just admitted in ICU when she tried to do payroll) and how she's learned to take things one day at a time after she founded Dog Days Consulting. Listen in to hear more about...
How to live a happier life with Dr. Stacey Cordivano
January 21, 2022 00:28 - 40 minutes - 46.6 MBOn this episode of the Desk Wench Confessions, Caitlin Palmer gets real with Dr. Stacey Cordivano, an equine veterinarian who is on a mission to bring happiness back to our profession. Dr. Stacey talks about her life and her seven secrets to making your wellbeing a priority. They also review the stats from the new wellbeing survey where: Ninety-two percent of respondents rated increased stress as one of their top mental health challenges, 88% cited student debt and concerns about the risk...
Are there Karens down under?
January 18, 2022 01:04 - 53 minutes - 61.2 MBOn this episode of Desk Wench Confessions, we meet the lovely Aussie vet twins, Dr. Audry and Dr. Alison Shen. These two ladies have some great stories to tell about their adventures running their mobile practices in Australia. We learn about their exciting lives, including staring in Bondi Vet- reality show, creating a camp for future vets, and saving wildlife at a medical clinic they founded after the devastating wildfires in 2020. Wait, did I tell you that they also designed a line of...
Dr. Angela Hoffman is fearless, fierce, and funny!
January 03, 2022 02:39 - 48 minutes - 55.8 MBOn this episode of Desk Wench Confessions, we meet the amazing Dr. Angela Hoffman. Not too many stay-at-home mothers make the transition from caring for four children 24/7 to veterinarian, but Dr. Angela Hoffmann has proven absolutely anything is possible in the world of vet medicine. At 42 years old and a single mother to four, the agonizing decision on what to do for the future of her family was one of the biggest career choices she made in her life—but she did it. Feeling positively anc...
Holiday sing-a-long with Dr. McExtra
December 17, 2021 07:34 - 34 minutes - 39.8 MBReady to celebrate the holidays? We have the official soundtrack to this wonderful time of the year. On this episode, Caitlin has a special guest, Dr. McExtra (also known as Dr. Alan Smith), for our holiday sing-along. They cover all the favorites, including "Grandma got ran over by a raindeer" which was written by a veterinarian! Caitlin also does a special tribute to Dolly Parton with her new song, 'A dry cat food Christmas.' We also meet Dr. Mark Lee, who just released his first chil...
Becoming invincible with Legend Thurman
December 03, 2021 07:41 - 51 minutes - 59.3 MBOn this episode of Desk Wench Confessions, we meet the one and only Legend Thurman, International #1 Best Selling Author who is a current veterinary student at the Royal Veterinary College. We talk about life, living abroad, and finding your passion. Buy Legend's book: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09C6SL6TP/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i0 Check out the Desk Wench on TikTok @deskwench Check out the Desk Wench on Instagram @thedeskwench Sign up for our free weekly newsletter at https:...
Jade Velasquez is obsessed with Stephen King
November 19, 2021 15:57 - 52 minutes - 60.6 MBOn this episode of Desk Wench Confessions we meet the incredible Jade Velasquez. Jade is unquestionably one of the most outspoken veterinary professionals in the world. And with good reason, as a veterinary technician, practice manager, and creator of Veterinary Support Staff Unleashed Facebook group, she’s distinguished herself as one of the most interesting personalities of our field. We learn more about this cool mom and find out why she’s a little obsessed with Stephen King. Jade ...
Emily Blake helps me get over my ornithophobia
November 08, 2021 15:23 - 56 minutes - 64.5 MBOn this episode of Desk Wench Confessions with Caitlin Palmer, we meet veterinary student and bird lover, Emily Blake, who shares stories about cool raptors and other birds of prey. Emily, a fourth year at the University of Ontario veterinary college also chats about life, love, and her plans for the future. Follow Caitlin @deskwench on TIkTOk Follow Emily @future_dr_emily_blake/ 📺Subscribe to our YouTube channel tiny.cc/px9bnz Sign up for our free weekly newsletter at https://www....
María José C. Navarrete Talloni tells us scary stories
October 21, 2021 15:00 - 55 minutes - 63.2 MBOn this episode of Desk Wench Confessions, we introduce you to María José C. Navarrete Talloni, an anatomic pathologist from Ross University College of Veterinary Medicine. Although everyone has a creepy story or two, pathologists do seem to have strange stories that are beyond graphic. Dr. María José also gives us her opinion on animal urban legends like the Chupacabra and the Jersey Devil, and why she likes to examine brains. 📺Subscribe to our YouTube channel tiny.cc/px9bnz Stay up...
Amber Elalem tells us her craziest stories
October 13, 2021 21:36 - 52 minutes - 59.6 MBOn this show, TikToker Amber Elalem talks about her craziest days working as a vet tech in Tampa. No topic is taboo on this show, including crazy pet names, thirst traps, and since she's from Florida, that means we play the Florida man game! 📺Subscribe to YouTube channel tiny.cc/px9bnz Sign up for our free weekly newsletter at https://www.myvetcandy.com Follow us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/myvetcandy Follow us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/myvetcandy
Dr. Jeff Tinsley talks about scary ears and stinky skin
October 08, 2021 05:39 - 48 minutes - 55 MBOn this episode of Desk Wench Confessions, Caitlin meets Dr. Jeff Tinsley, a veterinary dermatologist from the Animal Dermatology Clinic of Louisville, Kentucky. Dr. Jeff talks about some scary ears, stinky skin, and dealing with Karens and Chads along the way. Follow @theDeskWench on TikTok Follow @/dermdogtorjeff on Instagram 📺Subscribe to our YouTube channel tiny.cc/px9bnz Sign up for our free weekly newsletter at https://www.myvetcandy.com/circle Follow us on Facebook at https...
Dr. Dean‘s craziest days!
October 04, 2021 02:12 - 1 hour - 70.4 MBOn this episode of Desk Wench Confessions, we meet Dr. Dean, who was the Desk Wench's first vet boss!! They talk about crazy customers, strange situations - including dealing with an embalmed basenji, and more! Follow the Desk Wench on TikTok 📺Subscribe to our YouTube channel tiny.cc/px9bnz Sign up for our free weekly newsletter at https://www.myvetcandy.com/circle Follow us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/myvetcandy Follow us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/myvet...
Dr. McExtra talks Karens and Chads
September 24, 2021 15:55 - 1 hour - 69.7 MBOn this episode, Dr. Mc Extra (Dr. Alan Smith) comes on the show to talk about Karens and Chads. Dr. Mc Extra not only was a high school classmate of the Desk Wench, he's also her boss at the Animal Health Clinic in Picayune. We get all the hot gossip and learn how to deal with crazy Karens and Chads. 📺Subscribe to our YouTube channel tiny.cc/px9bnz Follow the Desk Wench on TikTok Sign up for our free weekly newsletter at https://www.myvetcandy.com/circle Follow us on Facebook at htt...
Dr. Cade tells us about the craziest things he‘s seen in practice an on microscope
September 14, 2021 00:00 - 1 hour - 82.9 MBOn this episode of Desk Wench Confidential, we meet Dr. Cade, the Co-Founder and Partner of Skoped Micro- a company that makes a cool microscope adaptor for your phone that makes your histopathology images come to life. He's also a practicing veterinarian and owner of a veterinary clinic in Oklahoma and the coolest dad in the county. Caitlin and Dr. Cade talk about some crazy days and some of the weirdest things Dr. Cade has found on the other end of his microscope. Vet Candy delivers ...
Dr. Cade tells talks Karens, Chads, and his craziest day ever!
September 14, 2021 00:00 - 1 hour - 82.9 MBOn this episode of Desk Wench Confidential, we meet Dr. Cade, the Co-Founder and Partner of Skoped Micro- a company that makes a cool microscope adaptor for your phone that makes your histopathology images come to life. He's also a practicing veterinarian and owner of a veterinary clinic in Oklahoma and the coolest dad in the county. Caitlin and Dr. Cade talk about some crazy days and some of the weirdest things Dr. Cade has found on the other end of his microscope. Vet Candy delivers ...
Desk Wench Confidential with Dr. Cade
September 14, 2021 00:00 - 1 hour - 82.9 MBOn this episode of Desk Wench Confidential, we meet Dr. Cade, the Co-Founder and Partner of Skoped Micro- a company that makes a cool microscope adaptor for your phone that makes your histopathology images come to life. He's also a practicing veterinarian and owner of a veterinary clinic in Oklahoma and the coolest dad in the county. Caitlin and Dr. Cade talk about some crazy days and some of the weirdest things Dr. Cade has found on the other end of his microscope. Vet Candy delivers ...
Alyssa Mages tells us about her craziest day ever!
September 04, 2021 20:59 - 41 minutes - 47.6 MBOn this episode of Desk Wench Confessions, Caitlin meets the amazing Alyssa Mages who shares some really funny stories about life working in a veterinary clinic. Highlights include bucket plunges and maggot induced fainting episodes. Listen for a very gross but fun time! Do you have some fun stories to share with us? Email us at [email protected] and tell us about it! Sign up for our free weekly newsletter at https://www.myvetcandy.com Follow us on Facebook at https://www.fac...
Desk Wench confidential with Alyssa Mages
September 04, 2021 20:59 - 41 minutes - 47.6 MBOn this episode of Desk Wench Confessions, Caitlin meets the amazing Alyssa Mages who shares some really funny stories about life working in a veterinary clinic. Highlights include bucket plunges and maggot induced fainting episodes. Listen for a very gross but fun time! Do you have some fun stories to share with us? Email us at [email protected] and tell us about it! Sign up for our free weekly newsletter at https://www.myvetcandy.com Follow us on Facebook at https://www.fac...