WVC Vegas + Brainsmarts Chaos: We Accidentally Ran Into Caitlin’s Boss … Then Recorded a Podcast with Him LIVE in Vegas

About this episode

The season finale of Brainsmarts features a live recording with Caitlin's boss, Dr. Dean, at the Western Veterinary Conference, reflecting on the season's highlights amidst some chaos.

Season one of Brainsmarts goes out with a bang — and a little bit of chaos — LIVE from the floor of the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino during Western Veterinary Conference. Hosts Caitlin Palmar and Clay Palmar literally run into Caitlin’s former (and current) employer, Dr. Dean, on the way to Las Vegas and decide the only logical next step is to put him on the mic. The season finale is part reunion, part career reflection, and part “how did this even happen?” — plus a look back at the most unforgettable moments from season one. From the iconic Canadian This-or-That episode with Shannon Gervais, to fashion hot takes and trivia with Chicago’s own Dr. Thomas Vega, to parasite horror stories with Dr. Hannah Jordan, it’s the perfect send-off before the next chapter. Recorded live. Slightly unhinged. Totally Brainsmarts. #wvcvegas #veterinarypodcast #veterinarymedicine

People in this episode

Hosts: Caitlin Palmar, Clay Palmar

Guest: Dr. Dean

Topics covered

• veterinary medicine
• live podcast
• career reflection
• season finale
• unforgettable moments
• chaos
• reunion

Keywords

• veterinary podcast
• live recording
• career
• season finale
• chaos
• memorable moments
• interview

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Western Veterinary Conference

Places: Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino

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