Best Crystal Stokes Podcasts (2024)

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#069: Chipping Away at Access to Care with PetSmart Charities & Dr. Robyn Jaynes 30:03

9d ago30:03

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PetSmart Charities, the nonprofit arm affiliated with PetSmart, is dedicated to increasing access to veterinary care for pets across the country. In this episode I had a great chat with Robyn James, the director of veterinary affairs, the organization is tackling significant challenges to support pets and their owners. Together we discuss the chall…

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#068: Hope For A Path Forward with Veterinary Hope Foundation 45:21

23d ago45:21

45:21

Today I am joined by a panel of guests: Elizabeth Chosa, Laurie Fonken, Ami VanDeventer, and Trish Oberdorf from Veterinary Hope Foundation. Together, they give a 360 view of VHF and how it is growing and evolving continuously. Plagued by the question, “Could anyone truly be happy in the field?” Founders and board members came together to create su…

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Dark Zone 96: Dr. Michelle A. Barton and Dr. Kathleen M. Sutcliffe: What Can AR Teach The World About Teamwork and Resiliency? 52:59

24d ago52:59

52:59

These may be the smartest guests that we'll ever have on The Dark Zone. Thank you to Dr. Barton and Dr. Sutcliffe for joining TDZ to discuss the findings in their paper, "Enacting Resilience: Adventure Racing as a Microcosm of Resilience Organizing." Published in March 2023, they go deep on their onsite research at races and what AR teamwork teache…

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#067: Get MotiVETed with Renee Machel 35:44

1M ago35:44

35:44

You are going to love this conversation with Get MotiVETed Founder, Renee Machel. Get MotiVETed offers comprehensive wellbeing solutions for veterinary professionals. Their programs enhance individual and organizational wellness through world-class systems and entertaining content. Services include a CVBP Program, podcasts, RACE-approved courses, a…

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Dark Zone 95: USARA National Championship Preview with RD's Michelle and Liz Faucher 59:35

1M ago59:35

59:35

Here comes the course beta! Thank you to USARA National Championship Race Directors Michelle and Liz Faucher for coming onto the show to preview the course, discuss the logistics, and otherwise turn the Race Stoke Meter up to 11 for this year's nationals. We go deep on all parts of the race and offer training advice for all racers. TDZ will be onsi…

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Dark Zone 94: Arthur the King, Mari the Racer and Brennan the Fan - Our Arthur The King Mega Episode 1:15:25

2M ago1:15:25

1:15:25

Thank you to Mari Chandler and Brennan Schoenherr for coming onto the show to discuss Arthur the King. Listeners know Mari well as she is most definitely a Friend of the Pod. Brennan is a new name for TDZ Nation. A personal friend and (currently) a non-racer, Brennan brings a new and insightful perspective to our sport. Aside from the dog, he's the…

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#066: Take Control Of Your Career with Steve Oehley 39:36

2M ago39:36

39:36

In the demanding world of veterinary medicine, burnout is a pervasive challenge that can significantly impact professionals' well-being and job satisfaction. Steve Oehley, the founder of Next Step Vet, understands the complexities of this issue and offers valuable guidance to help veterinary professionals not just survive, but thrive in their caree…

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#065: Collaboration Over Conflict for Pet Lovers and Animal Service Industry Workers with Debra Hamilton 35:03

3M ago35:03

35:03

Handling dispute in animal industry can be frustrating, painful, and costly. Debra Hamilton, of Hamilton Law and Mediation, is dedicated to supporting individuals passionate about animal welfare and those working in the animal industry. Her focus is all about finding peaceful resolutions, recognizing that pets are more than just property—they're ch…

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Dark Zone 93: Nick Hurff - Adventure Racer, Coach, Race Director, and Sports Performance Expert 1:05:41

3M ago1:05:41

1:05:41

Thank you to Nick Hurff for coming onto the show. Whether as an Adventure Racer, Coach, Race Director, or Sports Performance Expert, Nick is a font of knowledge, experience, and wisdom. From his training to the intricacies of nutrition and recovery, Nick has much to share with the listener. Special shoutout for his Adaptive AR coming this year. Thi…

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Dark Zone 92: Adventure Racer Raf Adametz - The Stoke Is High With This One 1:43:59

3M ago1:43:59

1:43:59

Thank you to Polish Adventure Racer and Ultra-endurance Athlete Rafael Adametz for coming onto the show. An accomplished racer, Raf recounts his entry to the sport, his growth as a racer, and his recent experience racing La Routa Adventure Race (the Philippine one, not the Mexice one). He's a great guest so settle in and enjoy this episode of The D…

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#064: AI as a Tool to Reduce Burnout in Veterinary Medicine with Ryan Leech 32:53

3M ago32:53

32:53

Ryan Leech starts out this really intriguing conversation with a case for AI and why it is not to be feared. The bottom line is that AI tools like Chat GPT, Spotify DJ, and Digitails AI Tool: Tails are human prompted and meant to offload time consuming and often mundane tasks so that we can do the things we’re skilled at. Digitails has introduced A…

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#063: Navigating Euthanasia with Dr. Pam Johnson 37:31

3M ago37:31

37:31

The reality of being a veterinarian is that you create relationships and bonds with the pets you work with over the years, and the longer your career, the more pets you see in full circle. The process of euthanasia for Dr. Pam Johnson’s childhood Doberman impacted her entire career. She knew she wanted to do better for the pets and clients she woul…

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Dark Zone 91: Team Mountain Designs Wild Women - Their Record Setting Win at the Legend Expedition Race 1:04:11

4M ago1:04:11

1:04:11

Thank you to Team MDWW - Mountain Designs Wild Women - for coming onto the show. As the first all-female team to win an ARWS Expedition Race, they have secured their spot in AR lore, and also provide a cracking good episode filled with guidance, advice, and the keys to their longevity. With 78 combined years of adventure racing between them, they a…

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#062: From Vet Tech to Manager: Pro Tips with Sydney Wandix 25:09

4M ago25:09

25:09

Today’s guest, Sydney Wandix, speaks to one of my favorite topics: the varying opportunities that fit under the vet med umbrella. There are so many careers available in this field that you don’t have to be stuck; you can try new things and hopefully find just the right fit. Sydney has run the gamut of jobs in the veterinary industry and is a licens…

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Introducing The Checkpoint Podcast: A Collaboration between the United States Adventure Racing Association and The Dark Zone 1:00:29

4M ago1:00:29

1:00:29

The Dark Zone: An Adventure Racing Podcast is delighted to collaborate with the United States Adventure Racing Association on their new podcast: The Checkpoint. Join Brent Freedland and Brian Gatens as they interview regional race directors and a wide variety of voices from the world of Adventure Racing. Shownotes: The Checkpoint on Apple Podcasts …

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#061: Stress Resilience with Dr. Natalie Fayman 43:37

4M ago43:37

43:37

We have another incredible full circle story for you on this episode. Dr. Natalie Fayman shares her journey beyond vetmed after 33 years of exhaustion and burnout led her to a point of no return. When a life coach helped Dr. Fayman work through her emotional eating coping mechanism, she had a powerful breakthrough and a total epiphany through posit…

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#060: Healthy Habits for Veterinarians with Kirbie Be 34:28

5M ago34:28

34:28

Does your veterinary job leave you depleted? Worn out? Reaching for chocolate and caffeine day after day after day? Kirbie Be had the same experience when she was an elementary school teacher. She shares with us her story of declining physical and mental health… all culminating in a big shift when she took a contract in the Caribbean at a prep scho…

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Dark Zone 90: Team NAWWAL - Not All Who Wander Are Lost and Their Wild Race at Malacara 2023 1:13:24

5M ago1:13:24

1:13:24

Thank you to Team NAWWAL - Not All Who Wander Are Lost - for coming onto the show. This is a true-blue AR story. Four (somewhat) strangers decide to join forces and take on the 2023 edition Malacara Expedition Race in Florianopolis, Brazil. What follows is a bonkers story of struggle, teamwork, triumph and finishing with leftover food. This is a gr…

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Dark Zone 89: Danny Collins and Jason Bettis: Returning RD's for Expedition Ozark 2024 - What They Learned as 1st Time RD's and What Racers Can Expect in 2024 1:01:37

5M ago1:01:37

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Thank you to Jason Bettis and Danny Collins for returning to The Dark Zone: An Adventure Racing Podcast. Expedition Ozark 2024 is their sophomore effort as RD's and are coming into this year's race following the great success and positive feedback from EO 2023. This episode touches upon their growth as RD's, their own successful adventure racing ca…

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#059: Humor and Happy People at Effingham Vet Clinic with Dr. Chad Ely and Colleagues 36:31

6M ago36:31

36:31

A fun bunch joins me for this episode. I sat down with Dr. Chad Ely, Dr. Jessica Schultz, Dr. Lindsey Goeckner, and Dr. Mara Fehrenbacher from Effingham Vet Clinic. During our conversation, the glue that holds them together was no surprise. Humor. The team at Effingham has no shortage of jokes for each other when it comes to work. They find that ta…

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Dark Zone 88: Santiago Lopez - 2024 ARWS World Championship Race Director, Expedition Racer, and a Human AR Crystal Ball 1:04:51

6M ago1:04:51

1:04:51

Thank you to Santiago Lopez for coming onto the show. One of the longest-serving and most successful race directors in the sport, Santiago talks about his experiences as both racer and race director, the upcoming ARWS World Championship in Ecuador, and his thoughts about the future of the sport. Huairasinchi, the race for which he is best known, is…

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#058: Revolutionary Technology to Boost Radiology and Support GPs with Dr. Neil Shaw 30:24

6M ago30:24

30:24

Dr. Neil Shaw is the founder of SignalPET, where he has worked to refine revolutionary AI technology to boost veterinary confidence and reduce stress with assisted diagnostics. When a pet comes in for care, there are a variety of scenarios that could take place, and many fall to a pivotal question: Do they need radiology? This question can lead to …

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Dark Zone 87: Alyssa Godesky - So Many Adjectives - Adventure Racer, Pro Triathlete, FKT Record Holder, Barkleys Racer, Coach, One Water Racer, Podcaster, Human Swiss Army Knife 1:09:58

6M ago1:09:58

1:09:58

Thank you to Alyssa Godesky for coming onto the show. One of our more accomplished guests, Alyssa has placed on the podium at the 2022 USARA National Championship, has eight top-5 professional finishes at the Ironman distance, and holds multiple Fastest Known Times (FKT's) including on the New Hampshire 48 High Peaks, Adirondack 46 High Peaks and V…

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Adorable lil Finks - with Emily Walsh 46:31

6M ago46:31

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After Garfield advised her to get a dog four years ago, Emily is back for child bearing prognostication from the Orange One. Knock up this week's strip Here. Join us live on YouTube at the Missing Sock YouTube channel. Follow the Podcast on Instagram Follow the Paul on Instagram Follow Alex on Instagram Mystic Lasagna is a Member of the Missing Soc…

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Dark Zone 86: Amanda Bohley - A Human "Break Glass In Case A Great Teammate is Needed" Emergency Box 1:00:59

6M ago1:00:59

1:00:59

Thank you to Amanda Bohley for coming onto the show. Originally recorded in December 2022, Amanda drops timeproof stories, pearls of wisdom, and overall stoke for this sport of ours. From having the world's greatest co-workers to being the adventure race equivalent of a human "Break Glass In Case A Great Teammate is Needed" emergency box, Amanda lo…

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#057: Navigating Difficult Conversations with Dr. Rachel Venable 40:13

7M ago40:13

40:13

As providers in the veterinary industry, we have compassionate hearts, always wanting to help pets and their people too. But palliative care can be hard to bear, especially when you’re having difficult conversations daily. Dr. Rachel Venable is the owner of Pet Cancer Care Consulting, where she offers teleconsulting. Telemedicine is growing in the …

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Back to Bed - with Ray Munoz 50:56

7M ago50:56

50:56

Ray joins Paul and Alex to talk about Catholic wizardry, self care, and the healing power of a good view. Gaze upon this week's strip Here. Join us live on YouTube at the Missing Sock YouTube channel. Follow the Podcast on Instagram Follow the Paul on Instagram Follow Alex on Instagram Mystic Lasagna is a Member of the Missing Sock network. For oth…

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Dark Zone 85: Arthur the King's Mikael Lindnord - Adventure Racer, Author, and Executive Producer 1:34:08

7M ago1:34:08

1:34:08

Thank you to Mikael Lindnord - Adventure Racer, Author, and Executive Producer of the upcoming film 'Arthur the King' for coming onto the show. Not only does Mikael share his experience with Arthur, the dog he rescued in Ecuador in 2014, but he also shares his vast racing experience and what it was like to be an Executive Producer for the upcoming …

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EGOTfield - with Joey Clift 44:12

7M ago44:12

44:12

Paul and Alex are joined this week by Comedian and Emmy Nominated TV Writer Joey Clift to talk about Garfield, Native American Lasagna, and Garfield's chances this awards season. Cast your vote for this week's strip Here. Join us live on YouTube at the Missing Sock YouTube channel. Follow the Podcast on Instagram Follow the Paul on Instagram Follow…

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Dark Zone 84: Adventure Racer and Race Director Chris Dixon of Australia's Wild&Co. - Big Races, Big Plans, and Big Fun 1:09:10

7M ago1:09:10

1:09:10

Thank you to Adventure Racer and Race Director Chris Dixon for coming onto the show. Chris's outfit, Wild&Co., offers AR's all over Australia and his organization likes to think big and offer expansive and challenging races. First and foremost, Chris loves to be an adventure racer and he makes sure that his events honor the sport, the efforts of th…

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#056: Closing The Gap Between Vet Med and Technology with Daniel Valdes 33:44

7M ago33:44

33:44

I met Daniel Valdes during a Celeritas Digital virtual peer group discussion (stay tuned till the end and check the links so you can get involved). Daniel is a dedicated project manager with Celeratis, a technology company with a heavy hand in animal health. Daniel has a personal connection to the vet industry and veterinary wellness, not only as a…

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We've all got a Santa Clause 47:16

7M ago47:16

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It's just Paul and Alex this week, and Alex needs some help with his fitness routine. So, obviously, we turn to the Orange One for advice. Put in reps with this week's strip Here. Join us live on YouTube at the Missing Sock YouTube channel. Follow the Podcast on Instagram Follow the Paul on Instagram Follow Alex on Instagram Mystic Lasagna is a Mem…

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Trim Your Beans - with Madelyn Murphy 54:42

7M ago54:42

54:42

Maddie joins us to talk about forest bathing, sorrow trout, whale based bedroom antics, and cleaning out your emotional fridge. Whale on this week's strip Here. Join us live on YouTube at the Missing Sock YouTube channel. Follow the Podcast on Instagram Follow the Paul on Instagram Follow Alex on Instagram Mystic Lasagna is a Member of the Missing …

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Dark Zone 83: Swedish Armed Forces Adventure Team - The 2023 Adventure Racing World Champions 1:04:42

7M ago1:04:42

1:04:42

Thank you to Per Vestling and Oskar Svärd of The Swedish Armed Forces Adventure Team (SAFAT) for coming onto the show. The 2023 Adventure Racing World Champions Per and Oskar, alongside their teammates Malin Hjalmarsson and Team Captain John Karlsson, captured their 2nd championship in the last three years at the ARWS World Championship held in Kou…

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#055: Embodied Leadership: Lead Effectively By Aligning Your Body and Needs with Dr. Corey Blake 39:45

8M ago39:45

39:45

Early on in Dr. Corey Blake’s, owner of Oceanside Animal Hospital and founder of Sacred Leadership, career, she realized owning a practice is much more than being a good DVM. She became so invested in doing the best for her team, clients, and patients. Burnout was surely following. This is when she discovered Embodiment and Embodied Leadership. Too…

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Jessica Simpson is a Birthday Witch - feat. Sarah Morgan Ashey 54:49

8M ago54:49

54:49

Hey! Sarah's here, and she's been reading Jessica Simpson's new guide to modern witchery (it's her autobiography). Sarah tries to trick the Universe into giving her specific instructions on how to live. It doesn't work, but we do get so much peanut butter. Spread some of this week's strip on your bread Here. Join us live on YouTube at the Missing S…

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Old School Weed Piracy feat. Phil Casale 50:10

8M ago50:10

50:10

It's that time again. This year Phil Casale joins us on our annual pirate trip down river in search of candy. We won't learn much, but we'll be happy to be home by the end. We all sort of miss being criminals. Here's a link to the special if for some reason you've never watched it. Follow Phil on Instagram! Follow the Podcast on Twitter or Instagra…

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Dark Zone 82: Mari Chandler of Team Vidaraid – A Storming Massive Comeback to Capture 2nd Place at the ARWS World Championships 51:25

8M ago51:25

51:25

Thank you to repeat guest Mari Chandler of Team Vidaraid for joining the show. She is fresh from the ARWS Championship Race Course and walks us through the race, the ups and downs, and how Vidaraid stormed back from a long overnight dark zone to capture 2nd place. Full of wisdom and experience, Mari is not to be missed. Thank you to The New York Ad…

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Dark Zone 81: Flash Episode #2 – ARWS Championship - Getting Close To Crowning A Winning Team 1:01:46

8M ago1:01:46

1:01:46

Welcome to Flash Podcast Episode #2 of The Dark Zone. Once again we have assembled an excellent team of analysts to share their thoughts and wisdom with the legions of at-home dotwatchers. This episode was recorded on Facebook Live during the ARWS World Championships held in South Africa October 2023. Thank you to Stephanie Ross from Flying Squirre…

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Baby Flew over the Cuccoo's Nest - feat. Rebecca Stokes 45:38

8M ago45:38

45:38

Becca's here!! This week we talk adventures in parenting, psych ward room mates, and how to approach re-entering the work force. Get to work with this week's strip Here. You can tune in live Mondays at 11am on Missing Sock's Youtube Channel! Follow the Podcast on Instagram Follow the Paul on Instagram Follow Alex on Instagram Mystic Lasagna is a Me…

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Dark Zone 80: Flash Episode - ARWS Championship Race Updates, Analysis and Predictions 48:49

8M ago48:49

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The next best thing to adventure racing is talking about adventure racing and welcome to this Flash Podcast Episode of The Dark Zone. We have assembled a crack team of analysts to offer in-race updates, analysis, and predictions from the ARWS World Championship Race happening RIGHT NOW in South Africa! Thank you to Ashley Eaton from Strong Machine,…

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Dark Zone 79: ARWS World Championship Course Preview with Race Director Stephan Muller 1:08:26

8M ago1:08:26

1:08:26

Thank you to ARWS World Championships Race Director Stephan Muller for coming onto the show. This episode is a full course preview of the 2023 World Championships being held in Kouga, South Africa. 800 KM, 10 stages, and over 8 days of racing is just waiting out there for the racers and this episode goes deep on the entire course. Thank you to Step…

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Nice Try, Whale Fall!! feat. Mike Mercadal 49:52

8M ago49:52

49:52

Welcome to Mystic Lasagna in the mornin!! Mike joined Paul and Alex for their first live stream to discuss manifesting your will, being a fridge racoon, and berets. You can join us every Monday morning at 11am EST on the Missing Sock YouTube Channel!! Follow the Podcast on Twitter or Instagram Follow the Paul on Instagram Follow Alex on Twitter or …

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Dark Zone 78: USARA Nationals 2nd Place Team: The Jesses of Team Grit Adventures and Nationals RD Chris Yager 57:42

9M ago57:42

57:42

Thank you to Nationals Race Director Chris Yager and Team Grit Adventure members Jesse Spangler and Jesse Tubb for coming onto the show. This episode recounts their 2nd place finish at the 2023 USARA National Championships. All three guests have been on TDZ previously and they do a great job recounting the race, discussing their nutritional and nav…

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#054: Reconnecting Your Passion in VetMed with Dr. Ashlee Bruewer 37:57

9M ago37:57

37:57

Before she founded BETTERinary Personal Coaching, Dr. Ashlee Bruewer experienced the benefits of coaching. From the age of 3, Dr. Bruewer remembers admiring her family veterinarian and wanting to be a small animal vet herself. Between then and now, she has reached her goal, but her career has taken many turns in between. Dr. Bruewer shares her pers…

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The Future!!! 13:10

9M ago13:10

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Ok! Let's get visual!! Paul and Alex are taking a few weeks to book guests and get things in order before we take the recording of the show to a Live Streaming Format!! Starting October 16th we'll be streaming the show every Monday at 11am EST on the Missing Sock YouTube and Twitch Channels. So join us for your first cup of coffee or your fifth dog…

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The Core of Your Money with Special Guest Crystal McLean 45:16

9M ago45:16

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On this episode of It is Well Podcast episode with Jasmine Caldwell, we sit down with Financial Coach, Author, and speaker - Crystal D. McLean! Listen in to discover Crystal's journey into financial literacy, coaching, and writing. In this episode, you'll learn how your relationship with money goes beyond transactions, and into the core of who you …

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Laser Gorilla Hole 30:14

9M ago30:14

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Never Forget...that we're down in a hole full of Gorillas and Lasers. Dig down into this week's strip Here. Follow the Podcast on Twitter or Instagram Follow the Paul on Instagram Follow Alex on Twitter or Instagram Mystic Lasagna is a Member of the Missing Sock network. For other great shows like this one, check out https://www.missingsocknetwork.…

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#053: Booster Pet: Building Sustainable Systems in Vet Care with Dr. Katie Cutter 37:34

10M ago37:34

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Booster Pet is leading a revolution in the veterinary care industry. CEO of Booster Pet, Dr. Katie Cutter, joins me to explain their model and the wellness benefits that come along with it. The veterinary industry has experienced a lot of change over the years and a lot of struggles, and as Dr. Cutter points out, it needs to step back and build sus…

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Dark Zone 77: Sachiko Tokoro of Team East Wind Recounts NIAR's Faroe Island Adventure Race 59:41

10M ago59:41

59:41

Thank you to Sachiko for coming onto the show. This episode recounts Team East Wind's experience at the Nordic Islands Adventure Race on the Faroe Islands from August 2023. A legendary team, East Wind lived up to its reputation of relentless racing, strong competition, and making solid strategic decisions. Sachiko, a well-established long-distance …

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