Best Courtney and Ty Podcasts (2024)

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The Pendulum is Shifting in Airway Orthodontics (w/Dr. Stacy Becker) [Ep 42] 1:14:35

1h ago1:14:35

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Check out this amazing conversation between Dr. Mike and Dr. Stacy! In this episode, they discuss: The importance of looking at the etiology of malocclusion and the role airway/breathing plays in the development of malocclusion. The status of the online challenge that Dr. Mike made to debate Kevin O’Brien. The ethical and logistical challenges asso…

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Using Myofunctional Therapy to Change Patient's Lives (w/Nicole Goldfarb) [Ep.41] 1:11:54

1d ago1:11:54

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Don’t miss this amazing discussion with speech-language pathologist and myofunctional therapist Nicole Goldfarb! We discuss: The distinction between speech-language pathology and orofacial myology/myofunctional therapy (HINT: Not all speech pathologists are not myofunctional therapists!). The fact that speech pathologists get little-to-no training …

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The Bird Banter Podcast #174 with Cin-Ty Lee and Andrew Birch 33:21

7d ago33:21

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On this episode I talk with the authors of the new identification field guide to Empidonax flycatchers and Pewees as well as the book on Myarchus flycatchers and Kingbirds, Cin-Ty Lee and Andrew Birch. We talk about their longtime birding friendship, their birding stories, and the new books. Check out the books at your favorite book resource. Field…

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Finding & Living Your Purpose (w/Dr. Trevor Nichols) [Ep.40] 1:20:58

8d ago1:20:58

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After associating with Dr. Stuart Frost for 7 years, Trevor is going to be opening his own practice in Gilbert, AZ in the upcoming months. He sat down with me for an amazing conversation where we discussed a wide range of topics, including: · What motivated Trevor to go out and start his own practice. · Trevor’s four pillars of life – family, faith…

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Persevering Through Personal and Professional Challenges (w/Dr. Courtney Lavigne) [Ep.39] 1:01:49

7d ago1:01:49

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What a great conversation with an amazing orthodontist and person, Dr. Courtney Lavigne! We cover everything from her professional journey, to her personal struggles with Upper Airway Resistance Syndrome, to the challenges of balancing a career with the responsibilities of family and motherhood (as she is currently 38 weeks pregnant!). You’ll hear …

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The Bird Banter Podcast #173 with Mollee Brown 47:19

22d ago47:19

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Mollee Brown is my guest on this episode and we talk about her Nighthawk Agency, which provides business solutions for the birding industry. We also talk about her work as a bird guide, her birding story, and the trip she is leading for Hillstar Nature to the the Chocó region of Colombia that I'll be taking next winter. Check out Nighthawk Agency h…

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How to Determine if a DSO is Right for You (w/Ty Ramsey) [Ep 38] 1:03:47

11d ago1:03:47

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He’s back! In September 2023, I had Ty on to talk about CBCT imaging. Now he has a new role as a practice transition broker with Professional Transition Strategies (PTS) where he assists with pairing doctors with a DSO that best fits their needs and desires. In this episode, we do a deep dive into all things DSO (OSO, etc.), including: What PTS is …

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Focusing on Early Treatment for Patient & Practice Success (w/Dr. Dan Grob) [Ep.37] 1:26:50

18d ago1:26:50

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In this episode, I interview Dr. Dan Grob. Dan has been a practicing orthodontist for 40 years, has been actively involved in academia throughout his career, has published numerous articles, and is the past Editorial Director of OrthoTown magazine. Dan recently discovered the numerous and amazing benefits of providing more early orthodontic treatme…

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The Bird Banter Podcast #172 with Joshua Covill 42:26

23d ago42:26

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On this episode I talk with Josh Covill, a Montana birder who leads birding tours in Montana as well as in Central and South America. Josh was the guide on my recent trip to the Santa Marta area of Colombia, and is a fabulous birder and really nice guy. Enjoy. Find Josh for a Montana Tour at Glacier Birding. Joshua's page at Hillstar Nature Tours. …

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Saving You $$$ by Lowering Your Credit Card Processing Fees (w/Matt Rej) [Ep.36] 55:55

25d ago55:55

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In this episode, I interview Matt Rej, Partner with Merchant Cost Consulting (MCC). Matt and his colleagues started MCC to help doctors save money on their credit card processing fees. He and I discuss: The dirty secrets of the CC processing industry, including how they generate extremely high profits off the backs of dental and medical offices. Wh…

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Integrating Medicine & Dentistry to Improve Breathing Problems (w/Dr. Bill Harrell) [Ep.35] 1:19:36

1M ago1:19:36

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In this episode, I have the pleasure of speaking with a true pioneer in the area of 3D imaging, TMJ, and airway-focused orthodontics, Dr. Bill Harrell. We discuss: How his interest in TMJ was shaped by his work with the legendary Dr. Bill Farrar. How his relationship with Dr. David Hatcher, a world expert in craniofacial radiology, got Bill interes…

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The Bird Banter Podcast #171 with Courtney Ellis 31:35

2M ago31:35

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On this episode I talk with a relative newcomer to birding, Courtney Ellis. Courtney began birding during the pandemic, and has become a birding enthusiast and ambassador. Check out her podcast The Thing with Feathers, as well as her soon to be released book Looking Up: A Birders Guide to Hope Through Grief. We talked about my episode #148 with Hol…

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Navigating the Commercial Real Estate Market (w/Colin Carr) [Ep.34] 1:10:41

1M ago1:10:41

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In this episode, I speak with an expert in the field of commercial real estate, Mr. Colin Carr. Colin's firm, CARR, is the nation's leading provider of commercial real estate services for healthcare tenants and buyers. They are licensed in all 50 states and represent over 5500 clients of all sizes across the US. We discuss: The reason why doctors n…

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The Things They Didn't Teach You About Early Treatment (w/Dr. Derek Mahony) [Ep.33] 1:21:10

2M ago1:21:10

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Dr. Derek Mahony is an orthodontist and educator who has practiced clinical orthodontics for 36 years. He and I engage in a fascinating conversation about early treatment, including: How Derek became aware of the role that interceptive orthodontics can play in facilitating the normal growth and development of the craniofacial complex. Why he is so …

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The Bird Banter Podcast #170 with Holly Garrod 44:06

2M ago44:06

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On this episode I talk with Holly Garrod, an accomplished birder, bird bander and conservationist about her work on bird banding networks with Birds Caribbean, and about the MOTUS network progress in the Caribbean. Her energy is fabulous, and her knowledge and expertise wonderful. I think you'll enjoy hearing her story. Check out Birds Caribbean he…

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Redefining Interceptive Orthodontic Treatment (w/Dr. Becca Bockow) [Ep.32] 1:11:59

2M ago1:11:59

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In this episode, Dr. Mike interviews the amazing Dr. Rebecca Bockow – a duly trained orthodontist and periodontist, to discuss: How Becca’s background in restorative dentistry and periodontics helped her understand the critically important role that interceptive orthodontic treatment can play in redirecting growth and reducing the severity of the m…

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Diagnosing & Treating the Etiology of Malocclusion (w/Dr. Dave Singh) [Ep.31] 1:12:51

2M ago1:12:51

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Check out this great conversation with the amazing and brilliant Dr. Dave Singh. Dave is a true expert in craniofacial growth and development, airway, and early orthodontic treatment, and we discuss: Dave’s background in craniofacial orthodontics and how it led to his understanding of the ability of dentofacial orthopedics to impact airway patency.…

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The Bird Banter Podcast #169 Ed's Winter Trip 36:01

3M ago36:01

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Well, after a long break for a fabulous winter trip, the podcast is back with Ed talking about his trip to Florida, Colombia and Costa Rica. The Colombia trip was run by Hillstar Nature Tours and led by Joshus Covill. The Proaves Organization is worth checking out, and here is their article about the possible new species of antpita. To see photos, …

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Expanding Your Reality (w/Dr. Jeremy Manuele) [Ep.30] 1:31:14

2M ago1:31:14

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Don’t miss this amazing conversation with Dr. Jeremy Manuele. Jeremy is a private practice orthodontist, a part-time faculty member at UNLV, and the creator of the MARPE 360 CE course. In this episode, we discuss: The flaws with the current pediatric AHI scale and classification of pediatric obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). The importance of differen…

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The Keys to Personal, Professional, & Financial Success (w/Kirk Teachout) [Ep.29] 1:15:49

2M ago1:15:49

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Don’t miss this amazing conversation with author, entrepreneur, and dental practice consultant Kirk Teachout! In this episode, we discuss: How Kirk went from building a company in the music industry to becoming a dental consultant. Kirk’s unique approach to dental practice management that helps maximize efficiency and minimize physical time in the …

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Starting & Growing an Orthodontic Practice (w/Dr. Rael Bernstein) [Ep.28] 1:21:40

3M ago1:21:40

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Don’t miss this fascinating episode with orthodontist and entrepreneur Dr. Rael Bernstein! In this interview, we discuss: · How Rael expanded his practice from renting one chair in a colleague’s office to owning and operating 11 orthodontic practices! · The way Rael is able to maintain a work-life balance with such a busy schedule. · What Rael beli…

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Set Your Finishes Apart with Enamel Recontouring [Ep.27] 1:07:52

3M ago1:07:52

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This is a re-posting of an awesome episode on enamel recontouring that was released in June 2023. Our audience has grown so much since that time and I'd like for all our new viewers to be able to provide this amazing service to their patients! In this episode, I review the art and science of recontouring anterior teeth that will set your work apart…

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Solving Your Hiring Problems (w/Dr. Mike Neal) [Ep 26] 1:14:43

3M ago1:14:43

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How would you rate your hiring process? Do you feel you consistently attract A-players who develop into outstanding team members? If you’re like most of us, the answer to that question is “no!” Dr. Mike Neal and his wife had the same issue and that’s why they created Build My Team – a hiring service that provides highly qualified candidates for hir…

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The Numbers You Need to Know to Achieve Financial Freedom [Ep.25] 15:40

3M ago15:40

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AT DOC, WE'RE ABOUT HELPING YOU ACHIEVE SUCCESS BOTH PERSONALLY AND PROFESSIONALLY! If you want to know how to reach financial freedom, THIS is the episode you MUST SEE!! Dr. Mike will review the steps that he and his wife took to go from zero cash flow and a negative net worth to attaining financial freedom in less than 20 years, including: The im…

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Breathe, Sleep, Thrive (w/Dr. Shereen Lim) [Ep.24] 1:05:09

4M ago1:05:09

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Don’t miss this amazing conversation with Dr. Shereen Lim – author of the book “Breathe, Sleep, Thrive” and practicing dentist from Perth, Australia! In this episode, we discuss: The origin of Dr. Lim’s passion for early interceptive orthodontics. The impact of early maxillary expansion on airway and breathing. Why Dr. Lim feels that starting treat…

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Incorporating Life-Changing Interceptive Treatment into your Practice (w/Dr. Jeff Rothenberg) [Ep.4] 1:21:43

5M ago1:21:43

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This week’s episode is a re-release of an interview with my first guest on The DOC Podcast - Dr. Jeff Rothenberg! Our audience has grown so much since this was released back in June 2023 that I wanted to give everyone a chance to hear our amazing conversation! SUMMARY: Don't miss this amazing interview with Dr. Jeff Rothenberg! Jeff is an orthodont…

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The Bird Banter Podcast #168 with Liam Hutcheson 36:56

5M ago36:56

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On this episode I talk with Liam Hutcheson, sho just finished his record breaking Washington State big year. We talk about his big year, highlights, misses and people. Also about his birding story. While talking with Liam I marveled at how interconnected our birding community is, and how helpful birders are to each other. Pervious guests on the sho…

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What's New (and Not-so-New) in Airway Orthodontics (w/Dr. Stacy Ochoa) [Ep.22] 1:13:34

5M ago1:13:34

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I had another amazing conversation with Dr. Stacy Ochoa! In this episode, we discuss: · Stacy’s lecture at the Winds of Change meeting in St. Louis (organized by Maz Moshari). · References from the early-mid 1900s that discussed the role that environmental factors play in the development of malocclusion and the value of performing arch development …

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The Bird Banter Podcast #167 with Marco Valtriani 33:06

5M ago33:06

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Birding is not the first thing many think about when considering a trip to Italy, but as birders, it is always a consideration. On this episode I talk with Marco Valtriani, a guide with the Birding In Italy group of bird guides. As you can inagine a lot of their business is taking visitors from the U.S. and other far away countries out for a birdin…

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Wealth-Building Investment Strategies (w/Justin Smith, CFA, CFP) [Ep.21] 1:33:23

5M ago1:33:23

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Don’t miss Part 2 of my conversation on wealth-building with my financial advisor, Justin Smith, CFA, CFP! In this episode, Justin and I discuss: • Emergency Funds - who needs one, what type of expenses to include, how many months of expenses it should cover, and where you should keep the dollars. • The philosophical approach to investing that Just…

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Don't be a Victim of Embezzlement! (w/David Harris) [Ep.20] 1:21:47

5M ago1:21:47

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DON’T MISS THIS EPISODE of The DOC Podcast with embezzlement expert David Harris!! In this amazing episode we will discuss: • How David got involved in the embezzlement industry and how his ability to “think like a criminal” has helped him in his career. • The percentage of practices that have been embezzled AND the percentage of practices that hav…

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The Bird Banter Podcast #166 with Steve Hampton 54:54

6M ago54:54

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On this episode I talk with Steve Hampton about his experience on the AOU Ad Hoc Committee on English names for birds, about climate change and the research on how it is affecting birds, about gulls in the Port Townsend area, his trip to Antarctica and more. You can find more about Steve and contact him on his professional website Stephen-Carr-Hamp…

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Answers to Common Legal Questions (w/Eric Ploumis, DMD, JD) [Ep.19] 1:35:19

5M ago1:35:19

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DO NOT MISS THIS EPISODE!! Dr. Ploumis, a practicing orthodontist and attorney, offers invaluable advice regarding many of the legal issues that dentists, especially those practicing orthodontics, face each and every day. We discuss: · The Standard of Care including what it is, what it is not, and how to practice within it. · CBCT including liabili…

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Tax-Smart Retirement Savings Strategies - Part B (w/John Vento, CPA, CFP) [Ep.18] 42:33

6M ago42:33

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Check out Part 3B of my 3-part podcast series with dental CPA and CFP John Vento! In this episode, titled “Tax-Smart Retirement Savings Strategies,” John will cover: o Reasons why you should want to set up a retirement plan for your practice and how it can help with employee recruitment and retention. o The SECURE Act 2.0, including when it was pas…

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The Bird Banter Podcast #165 with Rachel Hudson 34:27

6M ago34:27

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My guest on this episode is Rachel Hudson, a Lewis County, Washington birder who is also a photographer, artist and recent college graduate. We talk about her interest in birding as a very young child, reading and nurturing her interest in birds from age 3, through her childhood birding in Texas and to her move to Washington for college. She has a …

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Tax-Smart Retirement Savings Strategies - Part A (w/John Vento, CPA, CFP) [Ep.17] 1:04:45

6M ago1:04:45

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In this episode you’ll learn: • How to calculate your specific “Point X” (the point at which you reach financial freedom) and can retire using actual data from your individual situation! • How to use a Traditional IRA to decrease your taxable income and accelerate your wealth accumulation. • The pros and cons of a Traditional IRA vs. a Roth IRA and…

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Why Should We Join the AAO? (w/Myron Guymon, AAO President) [Ep.16] 1:07:33

6M ago1:07:33

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In this episode, I sit down to talk with the current President of the AAO, Dr. Myron Guymon, and discuss: • What he feels is the role of the AAO in our profession. • The three primary areas that the AAO focuses upon. • The Consumer Advocacy Program (CAP) and why he feels it is both effective and important. • The limitations of what can be said as p…

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The Bird Banter Podcast #164 with Dorian Anderson 42:14

6M ago42:14

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Dorian Anderson is my guest on this episode of the podcast. Dorian was a guest on one of my earliest episodes #5 in Feb. 2019, and I have been waiting it seems forever to talk with him again once his book was written and published. After you hear from Dorian today I'm sure you'll want to read Birding Under the Influence: Cycling Across America in S…

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Planning for Financial Freedom - Part 1 (w/Justin Smith, CFA,CFP) [Ep.15] 1:27:18

7M ago1:27:18

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In Part 1 of this amazing discussion with my financial advisor, Justin Smith, CFP, CFA, you’ll learn: · How to determine if/when you need a financial advisor. · What a fiduciary is and why you need to make sure your financial advisor is one. · The most important questions to ask a prospective financial advisor to determine if they are the right fit…

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