Case Study:

Veterinary Ramblings Podcast

Date: July 2020 - Present

Client: Veterinary Ramblings Podcast

Services: Podcast Production, Podcast Hosting and Distribution, Branding, Content Creation, Social Media Management

In the thick of the COVID-19 lockdown, two veterinary professionals—Mike and Julian—set out to record a one-off webinar. The aim wasn’t heavy CPD or dry technical content. They wanted to create something fun, informative, and genuinely entertaining for colleagues stuck in isolation. It was meant to feel like a trip to the pub after work: light-hearted, human, and full of good conversation. But something unexpected happened. The recording captured their natural chemistry and candid energy—funny, insightful, and unscripted. When they sent us the file with the question “Is there anything in here?”, we immediately saw the potential for something unique in the veterinary media space.

The Challenge

Mike and Julian had no podcasting experience, no equipment, no technical background—and no idea what they’d started. But they had charisma, heart, and the potential to offer something few others could: a veterinary podcast that was unfiltered, approachable, and deeply relatable.

Our Strategy

Building a Brand from Scratch

We stepped in as their full production partner from day one—developing the show’s name, tone, and visual identity. We created the logo, artwork, jingle, and website, and worked with Mike and Julian to develop recurring segments, including the now-signature “60 Second CPD,” where guests are challenged to give a lecture in under a minute.

We also coached them through interview techniques and helped establish a show structure that balanced humour with meaningful professional insight. Our goal was to preserve their spontaneous charm while packaging it for a professional audience.

Remote Recording in a Locked-Down World

Launching a podcast in 2020 came with unique logistical hurdles. With everyone isolated, we provided remote kit lists and walked the hosts through setup over Zoom—sometimes literally talking them through plugging in mics or installing software live on camera. We also managed remote guest bookings, coordinating interviews across time zones to keep the show on a consistent release schedule.

End-to-End Production & Publishing

Every episode since launch has been produced entirely by our team. We handle:

• Guest outreach and scheduling
• Audio and video editing
• Bespoke episode artwork
• Social media assets (6 posts per episode, including quote graphics and short clips)
• YouTube and podcast platform uploads
• Analytics, reporting, and audience growth strategy

Mike and Julian simply turn up, record, and send us the files. We take care of the rest—polishing each episode into content that entertains, informs, and elevates their professional brand.

Global Guests, Industry Icons

Over 120 guests have joined the show so far, from global veterinary leaders and educators to Olympic athletes, vet nurses, charity founders, and even a veterinary chef. What unites them all is a space where they can be themselves—not just experts, but people.

The results

Veterinary Ramblings has become one of the most human and beloved podcasts in its field—now with over 129 episodes, 10,000+ downloads, and a reputation for genuine, unscripted brilliance. The show regularly ranks among the top 10 veterinary podcasts and has attracted sponsorships from major industry brands like Adaptix. Beyond metrics, it’s become a platform for connection. Mike and Julian’s growing influence recently saw them invited to co-host a MasterChef-style event at BSAVA alongside 2024 winner Brin Pirathapan—thanks entirely to the public persona they’ve developed through the show. What began as a lockdown experiment is now a cornerstone of the veterinary media landscape.

In their own words

“Mike and I started Veterinary Ramblings in 2020, and immediately realised we needed help on the editing side of things. They have produced over 80 episodes for us, not to mention Christmas specials, outtakes and promotional videos. If it wasn’t for them I think I would have given up on the podcast a long time ago—I just wouldn’t have had the time or the know-how to do half of the electronic wizardry.”
Dr Julian Hoad