web02.fireside.fm Wed, 22 Apr 2026 16:31:42 -0500 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) IntroVETS Podcast - Episodes Tagged with “Halloween” https://introvets.fireside.fm/tags/halloween Wed, 29 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0500 IntroVETS is a veterinary podcast by introverts with high-functioning anxiety. The show was conceptualized in 2019 and launched in 2020 by co-hosts Lauren and JJ. Lauren, a veterinarian, and Jennifer, a Licensed Veterinary Technician in the state of Alabama, have over 40 years of combined experience in the veterinary field. The podcast presents veterinary case studies in a fun and relatable way, along with various sidebars, interesting facts, and new research. The hosts talk frankly about anxiety and other mental health concerns, going to therapy, and related topics. There is (hopefully) a strong humor element, as well as some philosophizing and opinion sharing. There is also the occasional moderately naughty word, but we try to not use the big guns. It's not really a formal environment - it's more of a veterinary hang, and we'd love to see you there! en-us episodic A veterinary podcast by introverts with high-functioning anxiety. IntroVETS Podcast IntroVETS is a veterinary podcast by introverts with high-functioning anxiety. The show was conceptualized in 2019 and launched in 2020 by co-hosts Lauren and JJ. Lauren, a veterinarian, and Jennifer, a Licensed Veterinary Technician in the state of Alabama, have over 40 years of combined experience in the veterinary field. The podcast presents veterinary case studies in a fun and relatable way, along with various sidebars, interesting facts, and new research. The hosts talk frankly about anxiety and other mental health concerns, going to therapy, and related topics. There is (hopefully) a strong humor element, as well as some philosophizing and opinion sharing. There is also the occasional moderately naughty word, but we try to not use the big guns. It's not really a formal environment - it's more of a veterinary hang, and we'd love to see you there! yes vet, veterinary, veterinarian, introvert, introvet, introvets, lauren, jj, anxiety, small animal, cat, dog, humor, business, career, podcast, vet podcast, veterinary podcast, veterinarian podcast, vet cases, veterinary cases, rounds IntroVETS Podcast introvetspodcast@gmail.com Howloween Spooktacular 2025: Black Cat Boyfriend http://www.introvets.com/s05e10 680e5ab9-6a18-4941-97bc-35b9ba5446e1 Wed, 29 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0500 IntroVETS Podcast full IntroVETS Podcast In the 2025 Howloween Spooktacular, Lauren and JJ discuss the associations between black cats and Halloween, including the origins of black cat lore and black cats in popular culture. 45:59 yes In the 2025 Howloween Spooktacular, Lauren and JJ discuss the associations between black cats and Halloween, including the origins of black cat lore and black cats in popular culture. References: (1) Yuko, E. (2021). Why black cats are associated with halloween and bad luck. History. https://www.history.com/articles/black-cats-superstitions. Accessed October 11, 2025. (2) Cat-Sith. (2025). Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cat-s%C3%ACth. Accessed October 11, 2025. (3) Farell, S. (2024). Cats, symbolism and the 16th century witch craze. Cheshire & Wain. https://www.cheshireandwain.com/blogs/journal/cats-and-the-16th-century-witch-craze. Accessed October 11, 2025. (4) Bedtime History. (2023). History of black cats and crows of Halloween [Podcast transcript]. https://bedtimehistorystories.com/history-of-black-cats-and-crows-of-halloween/. Accessed October 11, 2025. veterinary,veterinarian,animals,dogs,cats,anxiety,vet tech,veterinary technician,veterinary assistant,veterinary professional,veterinary nurse,introvert,veterinary medicine,case study In the 2025 Howloween Spooktacular, Lauren and JJ discuss the associations between black cats and Halloween, including the origins of black cat lore and black cats in popular culture.

References:
(1) Yuko, E. (2021). Why black cats are associated with halloween and bad luck. History. https://www.history.com/articles/black-cats-superstitions. Accessed October 11, 2025.
(2) Cat-Sith. (2025). Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cat-s%C3%ACth. Accessed October 11, 2025.
(3) Farell, S. (2024). Cats, symbolism and the 16th century witch craze. Cheshire & Wain. https://www.cheshireandwain.com/blogs/journal/cats-and-the-16th-century-witch-craze. Accessed October 11, 2025.
(4) Bedtime History. (2023). History of black cats and crows of Halloween [Podcast transcript]. https://bedtimehistorystories.com/history-of-black-cats-and-crows-of-halloween/. Accessed October 11, 2025.

]]> In the 2025 Howloween Spooktacular, Lauren and JJ discuss the associations between black cats and Halloween, including the origins of black cat lore and black cats in popular culture.

References:
(1) Yuko, E. (2021). Why black cats are associated with halloween and bad luck. History. https://www.history.com/articles/black-cats-superstitions. Accessed October 11, 2025.
(2) Cat-Sith. (2025). Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cat-s%C3%ACth. Accessed October 11, 2025.
(3) Farell, S. (2024). Cats, symbolism and the 16th century witch craze. Cheshire & Wain. https://www.cheshireandwain.com/blogs/journal/cats-and-the-16th-century-witch-craze. Accessed October 11, 2025.
(4) Bedtime History. (2023). History of black cats and crows of Halloween [Podcast transcript]. https://bedtimehistorystories.com/history-of-black-cats-and-crows-of-halloween/. Accessed October 11, 2025.

]]> Snackisode 1: Stay Away from Storm Drains http://www.introvets.com/1s cea68b91-514e-417c-8c22-2faecdbfcb7e Tue, 26 May 2020 21:15:00 -0500 IntroVETS Podcast full IntroVETS Podcast A snack sized companion piece for Episode 1, with a more casual vibe. 34:06 yes In this companion piece for Episode 1, Lauren and JJ provide updates on dog-o-grams and treating whipworms in parvo puppies. They also discuss the prevalence of intestinal parasites in dog parks in the US, options for dog poo management, and classy Halloween decor. Sources for this episode include: 1. Duncan, Kathryn. “Dog Parks: Where pets, people and parasites collide.” aaha.org. American Animal Hospital Association, May 2, 2020. https://www.aaha.org/publications/newstat/articles/2020-05/dog-parks-where-pets-people-and-parasites-collide/ 2. Madson, Cathy. “Fast Fecal Facts and Stool Sample Steps.” preventativevet.com. Preventative Vet, April 9th, 2019. veterinary,veterinarian,animals,dogs,cats,anxiety,vet tech,veterinary technician,veterinary assistant,veterinary professional,veterinary nurse,introvert,veterinary medicine,case study,Whipworm, trichuris vulpis, parvo, pinworm, ivermectin, moxidectin, intestinal parasites, dog parks, halloween, red balloon In this companion piece for Episode 1, Lauren and JJ provide updates on dog-o-grams and treating whipworms in parvo puppies. They also discuss the prevalence of intestinal parasites in dog parks in the US, options for dog poo management, and classy Halloween decor.
Sources for this episode include:

  1. Duncan, Kathryn. “Dog Parks: Where pets, people and parasites collide.” aaha.org. American Animal Hospital Association, May 2, 2020. https://www.aaha.org/publications/newstat/articles/2020-05/dog-parks-where-pets-people-and-parasites-collide/
  2. Madson, Cathy. “Fast Fecal Facts and Stool Sample Steps.” preventativevet.com. Preventative Vet, April 9th, 2019.
]]> In this companion piece for Episode 1, Lauren and JJ provide updates on dog-o-grams and treating whipworms in parvo puppies. They also discuss the prevalence of intestinal parasites in dog parks in the US, options for dog poo management, and classy Halloween decor.
Sources for this episode include:

  1. Duncan, Kathryn. “Dog Parks: Where pets, people and parasites collide.” aaha.org. American Animal Hospital Association, May 2, 2020. https://www.aaha.org/publications/newstat/articles/2020-05/dog-parks-where-pets-people-and-parasites-collide/
  2. Madson, Cathy. “Fast Fecal Facts and Stool Sample Steps.” preventativevet.com. Preventative Vet, April 9th, 2019.
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