Smarter Vet Financial Podcast
Want to feel more confident and in control of your finances? The Smarter Vet Financial Podcast is your go-to resource for fresh, energizing perspectives on money—created just for veterinarians. Hosts Tom Seeko and CJ Burnett, founders of Florida Veterinary Advisors, break down personal and business financial topics in a way that’s easy to understand and fun to explore. With inspiring interviews and practical advice, you’ll gain the clarity you need to stress less and enjoy more of what you love in life and work.
Episodes
253 episodes
Interview with Dr. Jennifer Merlo - Redefining the Veterinary Career Path
In this episode of The Smarter Vet Podcast, host Tom Seeko talks with Dr. Jennifer Merlo, Vice President of Veterinary Affairs at Fear Free. Dr. Merlo shares her...
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Episode 168 - What’s Really Driving the Economy Right Now—And Why It Matters to You
In this episode of the Smarter Vet Financial Podcast, CJ Burnett and Tom Seeko break down how current global events, inflation, and rising interest rates are affecting both the economy and everyday financial decisions—from buying a home to runn...
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Episode 167 - Do You Have Enough Life Insurance?
In this episode of the Smarter Vet Financial Podcast, CJ Burnett and Tom Seeko break down the critical role life insurance plays for veterinarians and business owners. They cover the key differences between term and permanent policies, common u...
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Episode 166 - How to Check the Health of Your Money Like You Do Your Patients
In this episode of The Smarter Vet Podcast, Tom Seeko and CJ Burton simplify financial health by comparing it to checking a patient’s vitals. You’ll learn the four key "financial vital signs"—cash flow, net worth, debt, and emergency fund—and h...
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Episode 165 - Chapter 4: Unleashed, The Financial Clarity Every Veterinarian Needs
In this episode of The Smarter Vet Financial Podcast, we dive into Chapter 4 of our book, “Unleashed: The Financial Clarity Every Veterinarian Needs,” focusing on one of the most powerful yet often ignored habits: intentional saving. We explain...
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Interview with Dr. Ernie Ward - Finding Joy in Veterinary Life and Beyond
In this episode of The Smarter Vet Financial Podcast, we chat with Dr. Ernie Ward—veterinarian, author, and pet advocate—about finding joy in veterinary life and beyond. He shares insights on overcoming self-doubt and navigating toxic work envi...
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Episode 164 - How Could Tariffs Change the Way You Live?
Cohosts CJ Burnett and Tom Seeko dive into the anxiety many veterinarians feel about current events, like tariffs and economic uncertainty. While we can’t control everything, they highlight how having a financial plan in place ahead of time can...
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Episode 163 - For Veterinarians That Worry A LOT
Cohosts CJ Burnett and Tom Seeko discuss a heavily felt topic that is not often talked about openly. There are good reasons why people stress, and sometimes those stressors can be a result of poorly communicated expectations and prior life expe...
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Episode 162 - Things to consider when transferring an IRA to a 401(k)
Cohosts CJ Burnett and Tom Seeko discuss a common question people ask when a veterinarian starts a new job or when a practice owner starts a 401(k). Before combining all your IRAs into an employer-provided 401(k), there are a few vital consider...
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Interview with Bill Murray - Selling Your Veterinary Practice
Selling a veterinary practice is a major decision that requires careful planning and strategy. In this episode, Tom Seeko, co-founder of Florida Veterinary Advisors, sits down with Bill Murray, founder of Wicklow Healthcare Advisory, to discuss...
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Episode 161 - For Households That Make More Than $200K
In this episode of The Smarter Vet Financial Podcast, hosts CJ Bernett and Tom Seeko break down financial strategies for high-income earners. They discuss how marriage impacts money decisions, common mistakes with Roth IRAs, the "backd...
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Episode 160 - For Married Moms Living Paycheck to Paycheck
In this episode of The Smarter Vet™ Podcast, hosts Tom Seeko and CJ Bernett dive into the financial struggles many face—especially moms living paycheck to paycheck. They explore why so many married couples aren’t truly “finance married...
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Episode 159 - Where Do Money Problems Come From?
In this episode of The SmarterVet Podcast, hosts Tom Seeko and CJ Bernett explore the root causes of financial struggles veterinarians face. Why does money management often feels overwhelming? How do factors like time constraints...
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Interview with Dr. Lauren Jones - Financial Clarity & Balance
In this episode of The Smarter Vet Financial Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Lauren Jones—veterinarian, practice owner, and Director of Veterinary Medicine at Shepherd Veterinary Software—to discuss the keys to achieving financial clarity and...
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Episode 158 - What Does My Credit Score Mean?
In this episode of The Smarter Vet Podcast, financial advisors CJ Burnett and Tom Seeko break down the truth about credit scores—what they really mean, how they’re calculated, and why a high income doesn’t automatically guarantee a gre...
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Episode 157 - America's Most Googled Financial Questions
What are the most Googled financial questions in America? In this episode of the Smarter Vet Financial Podcast, hosts Tom Seeko and CJ Burnett break down the top-searched money topics by state—revealing trends in student loans, mortgages, car l...
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Episode 156 - Introduction, Unleashed: Who is Florida Veterinary Advisors
We are thrilled for the release of our new book, Unleashed: The Financial Clarity Every Veterinarian Needs.You can find a copy of our book on Amazon in paperback and the Kindle app or device. Grab your copy today.>>
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Interview - Dr Annie Chavent, Veterinarians as Problem Solvers: Tackling Financial Challenges with Confidence
In this episode of the Smarter Vet Podcast, our co-founder Tom Seeko sits down with Dr. Annie Chavent, DVM, MBA, Assistant Director of Early Career Initiatives at the AVMA and co-host of the My Veterinary Life Podcast. Together, they explore th...
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Episode 155 - How to Save for Your Next Vacation
Alright, let's talk about vacations, shall we? It seems like you're ready to dive into planning that much-needed time off. Like we always say, it's so important to take time to unwind, recharge, and make sure you're getting what you truly want ...
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Episode 154 - Chapter 3, Unleashed: How to Easily Create Goals (and Keep Them)
We are thrilled for the release of our new book, Unleashed: The Financial Clarity Every Veterinarian Needs.You can find a copy of our book on Amazon in paperback and the Kindle app or device. Grab your copy today!>>
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Episode 153 - Chapter 1, Unleashed: What is Your Vision?
We are thrilled for the release of our new book, Unleashed: The Financial Clarity Every Veterinarian Needs.You can find a copy of our book on Amazon in paperback and the Kindle app or device. Grab your copy today.>&g...
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Episode 152 - Case Study: How One Vet Gave Away Her Practice & Still Retired Successfully
Like most business owners, veterinary practice owners often depend heavily on the sale of the practice for retirement. There are rare occasions where someone saves up enough assets outside their business to where they could practically give the...
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Episode 151 - Are Taxes On Your Mind?
It’s almost the end of the year and a lot of people are wondering what they should be doing before December 31st to prepare for the taxes that they are going to owe or what amount of tax refund they can expect. There are many different items of...
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Episode 150 - How Money Can Blind Us
Back in the 7th century BCE coins were introduced to trade for services or goods. Before the introduction of coins people would barter for services by trading time or items. In today’s modern society we have become blinded by how much money we ...
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Episode 149 - What to Do When Others' Opinions and Feelings Stress You Out
It’s almost unbelievable the influence others have on us. Everything from the panic that media outlets push to people in our lives who make us feel bad about their bad feelings. During this last election cycle there was a lot of talk with clien...
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