About this episode

Filmmakers Michael Schelp and Dr. Alan Younkin discuss their documentary about Dr. Younkin's life and career in veterinary medicine.

Filmmakers and spouses Michael Schelp and Dr. Alan Younkin created the documentary Iowa Vet: Dogs, Cats, Corn, & Murder, which chronicles Dr. Younkin’s journey from his childhood on his family’s historic Iowa farm to building a successful animal hospital, while navigating the twists and challenges that helped shape his life. The film is currently playing at Cinema Village in Manhattan, with screenings running through June 18. Visit www.IowaVet.net for more details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

People in this episode

Guests: Michael Schelp, Dr. Alan Younkin

Topics covered

• documentary
• filmmaking
• animal care
• personal journey
• Iowa
• veterinary medicine

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Iowa Vet: Dogs, Cats, Corn, & Murder

Places: Iowa, Manhattan

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