Best Alison Collings Podcasts (2025)

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37. Civility - with Helen Silver-MacMahon 52:35

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What exactly is civility? Why does it matter? And how does it impact workplace culture? In this insightful episode, host Petra is joined by Helen Silver MacMahon for a deep dive into this topic. Together, they explore aspects such as What civility really means The historical and philosophical roots of civil behavior How incivility undermines safety…

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36. The Power of Connection - with Julie Rosser 47:03

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"Who do I want to be in this moment?" What would happen if we would ask ourselves this question more often? You can find one possible answer to this and other questions in this episode. Host Petra Agthe is joined by Julie Rosser, veterinary leader and CEO of the European Board of Specialisation, in a conversation about personal and professional gro…

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35. The Myth of Difficult People - with Phil Webb 51:42

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Consider this for a moment: What if there were no difficult people? What if it was more about difficult situations, circumstances and behaviours? What if we could all learn to deal to engage more constructively with others in these difficult situations? Our guest Phil Webb encourages us to do just this and he knows what he is talking about from wor…

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34. Clinical Communication - with Helen Øvregaard 59:37

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What if communication was the most important clinical skill we have? And what does communication have to do with wellbeing and job satisfaction? How can we learn to improve our communication skills? Find out the answer to these and more questions in our most recent episode on clinical communication! Host Petra Agthe and our guest Helen Øvregaard di…

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33. Active Listening - with Mark Turner 49:32

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In today's episode host Petra Agthe and guest Mark Turner explore the power of an every day activity: listening. However, as so often, what seems a simple enough thing on the outside is actually a lot more difficult when we try to do it well. And so it turns out that active listening is a skill that requires intention and sometimes a bit of practic…

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32. It's about the people, not the tech.... - with Victoria Johnson 50:25

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My guest on this episode is Victoria Johnson. Victoria is the Founder and CEO of VET.CT. After graduating from Bristol Veterinary School, she worked in general practice before specialising in veterinary diagnostic imaging, becoming a European Diploma-holder in 2003. Founded in 2009, VET.CT provides remote specialist expertise in imaging reporting t…

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31. Purpose, role models and making a difference 58:58

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In this episode, Clive Elwood hosts Amanda Boag. They discuss the similarities and the differences between leadership from the emergency room floor to the executive suite, and the importance of a unifying purpose. Amanda shares the important role models and how self-care and the support of others have been essential for her career. Amanda graduated…

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30. Vulnerability - with Megan Alderson 1:05:48

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In today's episode host Petra Agthe and guest Megan Alderson are taking a deep dive into the fascinating topic of vulnerability. In their conversation they discuss what vulnerability means, how it relates to psychological safety and mental health, its role in leadership, importance of safe spaces, 'reading the room' and how to cultivate vulnerabili…

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29. Schwartz rounds, coaching and creativity (mentions of suicide) 54:25

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Amy Martin is a registered veterinary nurse with over 20 years’ experience in clinical veterinary practice including 17 years in leadership. She has a keen interest in the mental health and welfare of the veterinary team becoming recently published on the subject. Amy is a Schwartz Rounds facilitator and mentor for The Point of Care Foundation, whi…

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28. Antibiotics, Rabies and seizing opportunities 49:29

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Ian Battersby became a RCVS and European Specialist in Small animal medicine in 2005 and subsequent worked within a large referral centre (Davies Veterinary Specialists UK) in which he held a number of positions including head of service and director. Alongside his clinical work, Ian participates in projects in which the companion animal sector can…

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27. Brexit, COVID and tortoises - with Daniella Dos Santos and Clive Elwood 46:40

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In this episode, host Clive Elwood is joined by Daniella Dos Santos. Together, they explore Daniella’s journey into, and experience of, veterinary leadership through a tumultuous period for the world. They discuss the importance of seizing opportunities, holding to principles and developing self-understanding, as well as acknowledging the toll take…

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26. Inclusion and Diversity - with Georgina Sharman 1:03:23

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As we continue with our themes around interpersonal relationships at work, host Petra Agthe and our guest Georgina Sharman are exploring the topic of Inclusion and Diversity in this episode, which is an important component of building truly psychologically safe workplaces. 00:55 Welcome to the episode 01:52. Introducing Georgina Sharman 02:38 More …

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25. Compassion - with Katherine Wakelin and Megan Davis 1:16:00

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Join us diving into the topic of interpersonal relationships! We are starting the series off with an episode on compassion. Join host Petra Agthe and guests Katherine Wakelin and Megan Davis who take a deeper dive into this often misunderstood and undervalued skill. The discussion includes: 00:00:54 Introduction to episode 00:02:02 Introducing Kath…

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24. Reframing - with Debbie Robinson 1:01:48

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In this episode, we are taking 'mind work' literally! Host Petra Agthe and her guest Debbie Robinson are exploring the topic of reframing, a technique with which we can intentionally try to think differently about an event, a situation or a person. This can help us to give us to separate thoughts that are helpful from those which are not, and also …

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23. Self-motivation - with Lorien Waterer 1:01:42

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Have you ever wondered why people are behaving in different ways? And did you know that this can influence how we learn and grow? What motivates us to do something or stop doing it? In how far is it associated with our sense of control or confidence? This episode offers answers to these and more questions relating to self-motivation. In conversatio…

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22. Work-Life Balance - with Sarah Schofield 59:48

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Poor Work-Life Balance is often quoted as a reason for job dissatisfaction and intention to leave in the veterinary profession, so what better reason to dive a bit deeper into this subject! Host Petra Agthe and our guest Sarah Schofield discuss many different aspects including: Whether Work-Life Balance is a helpful term in the first place, and alt…

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21. Petra ponders 47:21

1+ y ago47:21

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The Vet Mind Works Podcast is back! In this slightly different episode without a guest, Petra explains what was behind the pause in the schedule and reflects on some topics which have been going through her mind in the last few months. Even though this episode is somewhat experimental as it was unscripted we hope that it will be of some interest, a…

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20. Coping Strategies - with Rachel Bowron 56:31

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We all know that veterinary work (and life in general for that matter!) can be stressful. So how can we make sure that we navigate the ups and downs the best way we can? Join host Petra, who has invited Rachel Bowron to explore a whole array of tools in the coping toolbox together, and explain how they applied some of these tools in their own lives…

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19. Self-compassion for Imposter Syndrome 59:24

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In this episode, host Petra Agthe and guest Katie Ford are looking at a previously covered topic from a specific perspective: The skill of self-compassion and how this can help us to navigate imposterism or imposter feelings (more commonly known as imposter syndrome, which is why we stuck to it in the title). In the conversation, Katie shares her o…

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18. Self-Regulation - with Crina Dragu 1:01:07

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Welcome to another juicy episode! This time, host Petra is exploring the topic of self-regulation with Crina Dragu, who works as a veterinary dentist and has had a very diverse life experience. This is a deep conversation about how to master the challenges of life in general and of veterinary work in particular using the skill of finding 'calmness …

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17. About Courage - with Scott Kilpatrick 1:04:54

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Courage is something often associated with great bravery and heroism, but what if it was actually about something more subtle and quiet? What if it was a life skill for every day? In this episode, host Petra had the great pleasure to talk to veterinary specialist, CPD provider and fellow podcaster Scott Kilpatrick, who brings a lot of wisdom and li…

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16. About being good enough - with Clive Elwood and Ruth Serlin 1:13:54

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This is a deep dive into the topic of being good enough! Host Petra Agthe is exploring the topic with guests Clive Elwood and Ruth Serlin, who have many insights to share. Timestamps: 00:00:56 Introduction to episode 00:03:49 About our partner VIN Europe 00:04:34 Welcoming Clive and Ruth 00:05:08 What does 'good enough' mean? 00:21:04 How Clive and…

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15. All about Shame - with Professor Luna Dolezal 44:22

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Today's episode is all about a delicate subject and deeply unpleasant emotion, namely shame. Shame can be a powerful driver of behaviours and attitudes in human medicine, impacting clinical practice, medical education, experiences relating to medical errors, wellbeing of healthcare workers and more. In this deeply insightful episode, host Petra Agt…

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14. Self-compassion - with Ali Lambie 54:14

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This is an episode about a very special skill, which may sound soft but has been shown to make us anything but soft or weak. Self-compassion has been shown to help us adopt a growth mindset, reduce feelings of shame, be more motivated, experience greater happiness and life satisfaction, better relationships, greater physical and mental health (incl…

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13. Food and Nutrition - with Ela Law 48:28

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Welcome to our anniversary episode! We are so excited that the Vet Mind Works Podcast has been going for a full year. This episode is also very special, because it touches on many topics that we have already covered, and it relates to some other subjects yet to explore! Host Petra Agthe and our guest nutritionist and intuitive eating counsellor Ela…

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12. Mindful Awareness - with Dr Carter Lebares 48:21

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How can we stay human when we work in a challenging profession? And how can mindful awareness (= noticing our present moment experiences with curiosity and acceptance) help us in this process? How can we become better in emotion regulation and what has situation awareness (aka de-centring or reframing) to do with it? Join us for a deep dive into th…

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11. Confidence - with Rachael Paul 36:31

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This is our first Vet Mind Works podcast episode with host Alison Collings! Alison is joined by Rachael Paul, owner of Simply Veterinary, a headhunting and coaching firm dedicated solely to the veterinary industry. Rachael specializes in helping veterinary leaders become inspirational by raising their self-awareness to a whole new level. Rachel tal…

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10. Job Diversification - with Andrew Ciccolini 40:55

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How can we prevent getting tired of our jobs and losing the sparkle? Our wonderful guest Andrew Ciccolini works for two non-for profit organisations including the Galaxy Vets Foundation, and has a few tips to share. This conversation with host Petra Agthe covers a large range of aspects including: 00:58 Introduction to episode and why Andrew is a v…

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9. Hobbies - with Alasdair Hotston Moore 44:35

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Although today's episode is perhaps a little more lighthearted, it is still important and relates back our most recent episode with Ebony Escalona on Identity (https://vetmindworks.buzzsprout.com/2020620/12307186) and also illustrates how our activities outside work can not only benefit our mental wellbeing and physical health, but how they actuall…

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8. Identity - with Ebony Escalona 43:39

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Do you also introduce yourself to others with your job title, such as 'Hello, my name is XX and I am a vet/vet nurse/...'? Well, you may think again after this episode! Having a sense of identity can be really important to us. It gives us an idea of who we are and where we belong. However, sometimes identity can also trip us up and we can identify …

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7. Physiological Needs - with Dan Tipney 49:27

3y ago49:27

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Let’s face it: we are often better at looking after others than we are looking after ourselves. But why is it so difficult to put our own proverbial oxygen mask on even when it comes to our basic physiological needs, and why is it so important that we do? These are just some of the questions that we are exploring in the conversation between Dan Tip…

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6. Values - with Liv Oginska 51:20

3y ago51:20

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Values - what could be a better topic at the start of a new year!? Values can serve as an 'inner compass' helping us to make sure that our life has direction, depth and meaning. Join the conversation between host Petra Agthe and our guest Liv Oginska, who explore some important questions and facts around this topic, including: 0:57 Introduction to …

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5. Self-awareness - with Clive Elwood 41:30

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The psychologist Carl Jung once said that “until you make the unconscious conscious, it will direct your life and you will call it fate”. In this episode we are taking a deeper dive and explore why knowing ourselves can be so powerful and how we may achieve a greater degree of self-awareness, so that we can be more in charge of our lives. Our guest…

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4. Performance and Wellbeing- with Dan Tipney 48:07

3y ago48:07

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Are you interested in how to deliver the best care for our patients and applying our clinical skills to the best of our ability? And would you like to know what our wellbeing has to do with it? Then you may want to listen to this conversation between host Petra Agthe and our guest Dan Tipney, who is an expert in human factors with experience in a v…

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3. Time - with Karla Borland 36:39

3y ago36:39

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Are you also struggling to find enough time to do all the things you need and want to do? You are certainly in good company as this is a phenomenon affecting most of us. And while there is no way to increase this finite resource, there are a few things that we can do to help us feel a little more in control. Our guest Karla Borland is a busy veteri…

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2. Energy - with Marie Holowaychuk 41:56

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Join host Petra and our guest Marie Holowaychuk (Emergency and Critical Care Specialist, yoga and mindfulness teacher and coach) for an insightful discussion all around the topic of energy. 0:56 Introduction to episode and about Marie 6:00 Importance of energy regulation 8:07 About energy management and change 10:42 Interconnection of energy manage…

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1. Attention - with Steph Sorrell 33:59

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Welcome to our very first episode with a guest! We are starting our podcast with a mini-series on the personal resources, which are essential for performance and wellbeing: attention, energy and time. We firmly belief that learning to manage these resources well is key to a sustainable and enjoyable work life- but of course this is not always easy …

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Prologue 33:30

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In this episode you can find out more about the podcast and its founders. Contents include: Brief summary of purpose of the show, its schedule and planned contents for future episodes. Monica, Alison and Petra introduce themselves and discuss: Their professional and personal challenges to date, and the resulting insights and learning points Their m…