Best Crystal Stokes Podcasts (2025)

Veterinary leaders often rise through the ranks without ever receiving formal training in how to define a vision, build culture, or guide a team with clarity. Dr. George Cuellar joins Crystal to explore how aspiring entrepreneurs can step into leadership with purpose by working through three essential phases: defining the vision, sharing it effecti…

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The Capitol Connection – State Senator James Skoufis, a Democrat 27:30

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The Capitol Connection – Michelle Hadden, Executive Director of The New York Council on Problem Gambling 27:31

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The Capitol Connection – Blair Horner, Senior Policy Advisor, NYPIRG 27:30

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The Capitol Connection – Steve Greenberg of the Siena Poll 27:31

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#095: Mental Health First Aid in Veterinary Medicine 27:15

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Veterinary professionals are often trained to care for everyone except themselves. But what if they had the tools to recognize and respond to mental health challenges within their own teams? Dr. Sonja Olson, DVM, C-MMT, and Susan Swendsen, MSSW, LCSW, VSW from Full Circle Lab join Crystal to explore how Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is reshaping t…

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The Capitol Connection – Dan Clark, Albany Bureau Chief for the Times Union 27:31

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Ep. 22 - The People’s Majority: Crystal Peoples-Stokes on Power, Purpose & Policy in New York 49:45

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🎙️ Episode 22 — The People’s Majority: Crystal Peoples-Stokes on Power, Purpose & Policy in New York Policy & Culture Podcast Hosted by Dan Lloyd & Andrew Ayodeji In this landmark episode, we sit down with Crystal D. Peoples-Stokes, Majority Leader of the New York State Assembly and a living example of what it means to lead with purpose, conviction…

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The Capitol Connection – Yancey Roy, Albany Bureau Chief for Newsday 27:30

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The Capitol Connection – Erica Smitka, Executive Director of The League of Women Voters of New York State 27:30

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The Capitol Connection – Avery Stempel, Co-President of New Yorkers for Mental Health Alternatives 27:31

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Ep. 21 - Power in the Wind: Alicia Gené Artessa on Policy, Politics & New York’s Offshore Future 54:17

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In this episode, we sit down with Alicia Gené Artessa, Esq., Director of the New York Offshore Wind Alliance (NYOWA), to explore the real forces shaping New York’s clean energy future from state politics and legislative processes to the promise of offshore wind as a tool for climate and economic transformation. A seasoned attorney and government re…

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The Capitol Connection – Corinne Carey, Senior Campaign Manager for Compassion & Choices 27:30

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#94: Skills, Tools, and Self-Compassion in Veterinary Burnout with Dr. Amy Grimm 36:28

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Dr. Amy Grimm, founder of Daring DVM Coaching, joins the show to talk about burnout—something all too familiar in the veterinary world. She shares her path from vet med to coaching and how her own experiences shaped the work she does today. Dr. Amy explains why burnout is so common among veterinarians: high achievers, constant competition, and nons…

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The Capitol Connection – David Lombardo, Host of The Capitol Pressroom 27:30

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EP. 20 - Built for This Moment: Chris Alexander on Carrying the NAACP Legacy Forward 51:42

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Episode Title: Built for This Moment: Chris Alexander on Carrying the NAACP Legacy Forward Welcome to Episode 20 of Policy & Culture — where power meets the people. In this powerful conversation, we sit down with Chris Alexander, newly appointed Executive Director of the NAACP New York State Conference, to unpack what it means to lead the oldest an…

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The Capitol Connection – Saru Jayaraman, President, One Fair Wage 27:30

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The Capitol Connection – New York State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli 27:30

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Ep. 19 - The War on Wind Energy: Julie Tighe Breaks Down the Fight for Clean Power 44:57

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Welcome to Policy & Culture — where power meets the people. In this episode, we sit down with Julie Tighe, President of the New York League of Conservation Voters (NYLCV) and NYLCV Education Fund, to cut through the noise and expose the real story behind offshore wind, clean energy, and the growing political backlash against climate solutions in Ne…

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The Capitol Connection – Dr. Lee Miringoff, Director of the Marist Institute of Public Opinion 27:31

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#093: National Suicide Prevention Month: A Conversation with NOMV 32:17

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September is National Suicide Prevention Month, and in this episode, we’re honored to welcome Gigi Tsontos, Executive Director of NOMV (Not One More Vet). NOMV is a nonprofit dedicated to improving mental health and overall well-being within the veterinary profession—creating resources and community support to help veterinary professionals not just…

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The Capitol Connection – New York State Senator James Skoufis 27:30

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The Capitol Connection – Max Kenner, Founder and Executive Director of The Bard Prison Initiative (BPI) 27:31

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The Capitol Connection – Chris Gelardi, Criminal Justice Investigative Reporter for New York Focus 27:31

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The Capitol Connection – Blair Horner, Senior Policy Adviser at NYPIRG 27:31

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#092: Positive Intelligence for Veterinary Professionals with Natalie Fayman 33:29

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Returning guest Natalie Fayman joins us to share her journey from burnout to resilience through the Positive Intelligence (PQ) program. Initially skeptical, Natalie discovered the program’s strong scientific backing—studies show that after just seven weeks of training, 83–97% of participants report reduced stress, increased happiness, and improved …

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The Capitol Connection – New York State Republican Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay 27:30

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The Capitol Connection – John Kaehney, Executive Director of Reinvent Albany 27:31

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#091: Climbing the Mountain of Conflict with Katrina Busselle 55:23

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Katrina Busselle is a get-it-done kind of woman who knows that conflict isn’t always a bad thing. It’s often necessary to make real progress, especially at work. In this episode, Katrina shares key concepts of mediation and how her Master of Arts in Conflict Resolution helps her navigate tough conversations. We talk about the natural flow of mediat…

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The Capitol Connection – Dan Egan, Executive Director of Feeding New York State 27:31

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Ep. 18 - The Role of the New York Secretary of State w/ Walter T. Mosley 42:05

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Episode 18 – The Role of the New York Secretary of State w/ Walter T. Mosley In this episode of Policy & Culture, we are joined by Walter T. Mosley, who shares his insights on the vital role of the New York Secretary of State and its impact on governance, economic development, and community engagement across the state. Walter breaks down the wide-r…

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The Capitol Connection – Susan Lerner, Executive Director of Common Cause New York 27:31

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The Capitol Connection – Times Union Capitol Bureau reporter Dan Clark 27:31

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The Capitol Connection – Dr. Don Levy and the lastest Siena poll 27:31

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Ep. 17 - The Role of a NYC Councilman w/ Kevin Riley 1:04:33

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Episode 17 – The Role of a NYC Councilman w/ Kevin Riley In this episode of Policy & Culture, we’re joined by Council Member Kevin C. Riley, who represents New York City’s 12th Council District in the Bronx. From his roots growing up in Williamsbridge to his role as Chair of the Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises and Co-Chair of the Black, Latin…

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#090: Designing Better Workflows with Kara R. Herrmann 31:23

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What happens when 20+ years of vet med experience meets a passion for learning design and technology? You get Kara Herrmann, a trailblazer reimagining how veterinary teams train, communicate, and operate more efficiently. Kara is currently completing her master’s in Education with a focus on Learning Design and Technology, and she brings a fresh le…

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The Capitol Connection – Blair Horner, Senior Policy Advisor at NYPIRG 27:30

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Ep. 16 - How to Become an Elected Official w/ Nassau County Legislator Olena Nicks 46:09

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In this episode of Policy & Culture, we are joined by Olena Nicks, Nassau County Legislator and proud native of Uniondale, New York—a community with a long-standing tradition of civic participation and grassroots advocacy. Olena shares her inspiring journey from a civically engaged youth to becoming one of the youngest elected officials in Nassau C…

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The Capitol Connection – State Assemblymember Deborah Glick 27:30

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The Capitol Connection – Corinne Carey, Senior Campaign Director, Compassion & Choices 27:31

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The Capitol Connection – State Senator Liz Krueger 27:31

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Ep. 15 - Built to Lead, Called to Serve w/CEO Vanessa Baird-Streeter 1:00:48

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In this powerful episode of Policy and Culture, we sit down with Vanessa Baird-Streeter, CEO of the Health & Welfare Council of Long Island, for a candid and inspiring conversation about leadership, legacy, and service. Vanessa shares her journey from entrepreneur to trusted public servant, reflecting on her time as Deputy County Executive of Suffo…

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The Capitol Connection – NYS Assembly Minority Leader William Barclay 27:31

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#089: Navigating Intellectual Bullying with Dr. Emily Gould and Dr. Kate Aicher 1:05:30

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Have you ever been disrespected by a colleague in the workplace? Mistreated at an event or a conference? You may have experienced intellectual bullying. After attending a recent internal medicine conference, Dr. Emily Gould and Dr. Kate Aicher were inspired to study this type of interaction and come up with actionable solutions. In this episode, Em…