Peter and Phil's Courageous Conversations

This week Peter and Phil close out their interview by addressing the lack of diversity in the Vet Med profession. They propose changes to educational opportunities and increasing funding to "at-risk" communities (they also discuss why they oppose the use of the term "at-risk"). Dr. Lisa Greenhill also expresses her viewpoint on "resilience". Join us for part two of la...

Peter & Phil sit down and have a courageous conversation with Chief Diversity Officer and Senior Director for Institutional Research, Dr. Lisa Greenhill.  Joining the AAVMC in 1996 her work primarily focuses on the ongoing development and implementation of the DiVersity Matters initiative at the national and local levels and promoting the veterinary medical profession within underrepresen...

The United States Supreme Court is set to decide the future of race-conscious admissions in higher education – and potentially alter or end affirmative action for students everywhere. Peter asks Phil his thoughts on the Supreme Court hearings around a ffirmative action and race-conscious admissions, and it leads into another thought-provoking courageous conversation between the two!  Tune in...

This week Peter & Phil continue their conversation with special guests from Nationwide, Dr. Emily Tincher & Dr. Jules Benson.   Join us in our Part 2 series, as we dive more in-depth into pet quality of life issues, available protection options for pet owners, and ways to change up the current veterinary business model so that it serves more people and veterinarians.  It's a...

Peter & Phil welcome special guests Dr. Emily Tincher & Dr. Jules Benson from Nationwide.  In this episode, they address numerous topics affecting patrons of the vet med community, including access to pet healthcare, quality of care, and possible solutions to help evolve the healthcare profession in the future.  Follow us here for part 2 of the conversation (coming next week) whe...

Peter and Phil discuss the decline in movie-going, due to the uptick of streaming services.  When the conversation turns into recent documentaries, Phil shares one he saw on Indian children being separated from their families and abused in schools meant to 'beat the savage' out of them during the 1800s.  That leads to another discussion on America's dark past.  We learn about Stalin...

Peter and Phil pick up last week's discussion on resiliency.  Join us this week as Phil discusses some of the challenges he faced when determining which Vet Med program to attend and how mental health is an important issue to undertake when helping people remain resilient in the face of adversity.  

A proud Peter shares his daughter's upcoming graduation from Vet Med School which leads into a conversation on resilience.  What trials and tribulations are the upcoming classes having to deal with?  Is the term resiliency overused or just misused?  Peter and Phil discuss this and more in this week's episode.  

Peter and Phil continue last week's conversation by discussing the book "Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents" by Isabel Wilkerson, the holocaust in Germany, and America's past dealings with Slavery.  When does America take responsibility for its actions, and are we subconsciously participating in a modern-day caste system?  Discuss this and more on this week's episode.  

Peter and Phil dive into the resurgence of interest in the Holocaust after the release of the documentary, The US and the Holocaust, a Ken Burns film.  In this three-part series, the story of how the American people dealt with one of the greatest humanitarian crises of the twentieth century, during the same time as Jim Crow laws in America is told through fresh eyes.  Peter also takes th...

Peter and Phil continue last week's conversation on not discussing politics and extend it into questioning the agenda we get from our government officials and news stations.  A large group of people gets their news from social media sites and opinion channels.  How do we know when we are being sold something, and where do we find the hard facts?  This week join the discussion on how...

After their keynote address at the Fetch 360dvm Conference in San Diego, California, Peter & Phil dive into some of the same issues they addressed with the audience. In the first episode of the new season,  Peter & Phil address the 'woke' movement, cancel culture, and respond to being told to keep politics out of discussions.  From a sermon Phil hears referring to 'Make America G...

Join us for an all-new season of Peter & Phil's Courageous Conversations.  Season 3 begins next Thursday, make sure to mark your calendars and join us!

After over 25 episodes, Peter and Phil are taking a break in preparation for season 3.  Make sure to follow our Twitter @PeterandPhil and tell us what topics you'd like us to cover in the new season.  See you then!

Peter & Phil finish the season by discussing the A&E documentary, Right to Offend' and all the comedian greats the film covers.  Join us for another great conversation regarding Bill Cosby, Flip Wilson, Ed Sullivan, The Smothers Brothers, Robin Williams, Richard Pryor, and many more!  

Peter & Phil get into a political conversation regarding current events and address some of the discussions they've had with others regarding recent politics; including the Trump FBI raid and aid to Ukraine.  Join us for a more politically courageous conversation and make sure to tweet us some of your thoughts at our account @PeterandPhilCC.  

The conversation around Uncle Tom, the documentary, leads to a new one around banning Uncle Tom, the book, among other, now restricted books.  When the powers that be can't change the narrative, is the next step to just ban it entirely? What does that accomplish?  Peter & Phil have another courageous conversation to answer these questions and more and invite you along for the ride! J...

If you could come back in 1000 years to see how the world has progressed, would you? Peter asks Phil this hypothetical question regarding the future, and they both have two entirely different answers for different reasons.  Listen in this week, and make sure to answer the question yourself.  We want to hear your thoughts as well! 

Peter & Phil get into a discussion about the 2020 documentary, Uncle Tom: An Oral History of the American Black Conservative produced by Larry Elder.  They also discuss how the term, Uncle Tom, originated.  Join Peter & Phil for another courageous conversation! *some sensitive words are used in this recording. 

The Senate on August 3, 2022, voted to approve a treaty that would expand NATO to include Finland and Sweden.  Peter and Phil get into a discussion on the recent call to vote and a vision of leadership on a global scale.  How do we create a solution to an upcoming global recession while still keeping the country's best interest in mind?  Through leadership.  Peter & Phil di...

Peter & Phil discuss herd mentalities and how it relates and contrasts to the political landscape.  Join us for another Courageous Conversation and don't forget to answer this week's poll! 

Phil discusses a recent revelation he has while speaking on an all-Black Dean's panel - more black students are coming from other universities outside of HBCUs than ever before, and it is a proud moment.  That realization leads to a conversation between Peter and Phil on the need for inclusion and inclusive organizations both inside and outside of the industry.  Join us for another coura...

Peter & Phil finish last week's conversation on the freedom of choice, and what happens when some of our choices are taken from us and given to the state.  This week's topics include guns and abortion - the issues most are afraid to touch, though not Peter & Phil!   Join us for another courageous conversation!

In this episode, Peter expresses fear that a modern-day civil war is in the works.   Join us as Peter and Phil take on the unsettledness after the Roe V Wade reversal, and express their thoughts on the issue.  It's truly a courageous conversation you won't want to miss!

Phil and Peter wrap up their Dad & Daughter Series in honor of Father's Day.  In this episode, they allow their daughters to ask questions and take over the podcast.  Join us for a fun interview that brings GEN X & Z into the conversation.