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The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast

Learn swine health from the brightest minds of the global swine industry – in 9 minutes.If you are a swine veterinarian who wants to stay up to date with all that is working in the industry, but doesn’t know how to start, doesn’t have the time, or feel most courses out there don’t deliver, then you have come to the right place.The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast is specially designed by and for professionals just like yourself. With it, you can effortlessly have access to the thoughts of the most

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16:47

Dr. Matheus Costa: Ear Necrosis Explained | Ep. 195

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2026/02/04

In this episode of The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Matheus Costa from the University of Saskatchewan explains the science behind ear necrosis in pigs. He breaks down how stress, behavior, and a specific infectious agent interact to drive disease development. The discussion highlights breakthrough research that finally reproduces ear necrosis under controlled conditions. Learn what this means for prevention, intervention strategies, and future immunization protocols. Listen now on all major

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Dr. Jessica Risser: Leveraging AI for Immune Support...

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2026/01/28

In this episode of The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Jessica Risser from Elanco explains new research leveraging artificial intelligence to evaluate PRRSV strains using whole-genome data. She explains how challenge studies, host immune responses, and sequencing data inform a model that predicts how emerging strains may behave. Discover what this work means for PRRS management and future decision-making in swine health. Listen now on all major platforms."We've spent several years

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16:33

Dr. Ben Blair: Artificial Intelligence on Farms | Ep....

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2026/01/21

In this episode of The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Ben Blair from the University of Illinois explains how AI is reshaping disease modeling, real-time monitoring, and data interpretation in swine health. He breaks down practical tools producers can use today, the challenges behind data quality, and how other industries guide the future of AI in livestock systems. Tune in now on all major platforms."AI is allowing computers to detect patterns that traditional analysis often misses,

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Dr. Nicholas Lauterbach: PRRSV Smarter Immunization...

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2026/01/14

In this episode of The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Nicholas Lauterbach from Pharmgate Animal Health explains the impact of PRRSV and why it remains one of the most costly diseases for pork producers. The discussion focuses on the efficacy of a modified live immunization strategy during a 1-4-4 L1C PRRSV challenge, using a study designed to reflect real-world production conditions. Results highlight differences in viral circulation, growth performance, and mortality under lateral challenge

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Dr. Abbey Canon: AASV Early-Career Program | Ep. 191

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2026/01/07

In this episode of The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Abbey Canon, Director of Public Health and Communications at the American Association of Swine Veterinarians, shares insights into developing and supporting early-career swine veterinarians. She discusses mentorship, education, and professional growth through the Early-Career Committee’s initiatives and USDA-funded training programs. Learn how building peer networks strengthens the next generation of swine veterinarians. Listen now on all

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Dr. Thomas Gillespie: Mentorship in Practice | Ep. 190

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2025/12/31

In this special New Year episode of The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Thomas Gillespie from Performance Health P.C. explores how mentorship shapes growth, confidence, and decision-making in swine veterinary practice. He reflects on the experiences that guided his career, the value of thoughtful support, and the skills veterinarians can strengthen to help others succeed. Gain a perspective on building meaningful professional relationships in the year ahead. Listen now on all major

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Dr. Elisa De Conti: E. coli Detection Under Field...

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2025/12/24

In this episode of The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Elisa De Conti, research assistant at Iowa State University and member of the FieldEpi team, explains how E. coli detection is being improved under real field conditions. She discusses diagnostic workflows, virulence factor identification, and how field data integration enhances the understanding of pathogenic isolates. Discover how these advances strengthen swine health monitoring and decision-making. Listen now on all major

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Dr. Jishu Shi: ASF Challenges | Ep. 188

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2025/12/17

In this episode of The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Jishu Shi from Kansas State University explains the latest scientific outlook on African swine fever and why vaccine development remains a major global challenge. She clarifies the differences among swine fevers, the limits of current immunization protocols, and the diagnostic risks producers must watch for. Listen now on all major platforms!"African swine fever and classical swine fever present similar clinical signs even though the

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13:47

Dr. Marie-Louise Hansen: Umbilical Outpouchings in...

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2025/12/10

In this episode of The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Marie-Louise Hansen from the University of Copenhagen discusses her research on umbilical outpouchings in pigs. She explains their prevalence, pathology, and the challenges they pose for animal welfare and production. Dr. Hansen also shares insights from intervention trials and future directions for research. Listen now on all major platforms!"Umbilical outpouchings remain a significant challenge in swine herds because they are not only

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Dr. Chris Rademacher: Integrated Pest Management in...

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2025/12/03

In this episode of The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Chris Rademacher from Iowa State University discusses integrated pest management and its impact on swine health. He explains how insect infestations can quickly damage carcass value, the role of surveillance and entomology, and how producers can prevent costly outbreaks. Learn practical steps for environmental management, chemical control, and proactive strategies. Listen now on all major platforms!"Insect carcass infestations can cause

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Rick Hernandez: Microclimate in Pig Transport | Ep. 185

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2025/11/26

In this episode of The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast, Rick Hernandez from Purdue University discusses the challenges of transporting pigs and how microclimate conditions impact welfare and productivity. He shares research findings on heat stress, ventilation, and why standardized measures are needed to better monitor transport conditions. Learn about practical solutions and future technologies to safeguard swine health during transport. Listen now on all major platforms!"If you look at the

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Dr. Guilherme Cezar: Dynamic Pig Health Project | Ep....

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2025/11/19

In this episode of The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Guilherme Cezar from Iowa State University shares insights from the Dynamic Pig Health Project, which tracks how multiple pathogens interact and impact pig performance. He explains how co-infections influence mortality rates, what diagnostic data reveals, and why pathogen timing plays a critical role in disease outcomes. Learn practical strategies to strengthen biosecurity and reduce losses. Listen now on all major platforms!"Batches

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Dr. Mariana Kikuti: PRRSV Variants Under Monitoring |...

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2025/11/12

In this episode of The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Mariana Kikuti from the University of Minnesota explains how PRRSV variant classification is structured and how it supports more effective monitoring of disease outbreaks in swine herds. She shares how lineage and variant tracking improve virus identification and situational awareness. Discover how real-time data enables smarter decision-making in swine health. Listen now on all major platforms!"We want to report monthly, close to

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Dr. Thomas Gillespie: How Past Outbreaks Shaped...

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2025/11/05

In this episode of The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Thomas Gillespie, a swine veterinarian and owner of Performance Health PC, explores how past disease eradication efforts shaped today’s biosecurity protocols. He shares lessons learned from decades in the field and reflects on the industry's capacity to eliminate current threats. Tune in now on all major platforms!"Biosecurity practices are things we know; we just need to make them work."𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗴𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁: Dr. Thomas

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Dr. Smith & Dr. Dilger: Utilizing Soybean Meal as a...

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2025/10/29

In this episode of The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Ryan Dilger, University of Illinois and Dr. Brooke Smith with Cargill, discuss the research they conducted on soybean meal, revealing its mitigating effects on respiratory disease, specifically, the ability of soy-derived components to improve immune function and viability of PRRSv-infected pigs and the mechanisms for immunity and resilience to SRD by key soy-bioactives. Listen and watch! “Nutrition, like everything, is only part of the

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Dr. Ana Paula Poeta Silva: What POMP Data Reveals |...

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2025/10/22

In this episode of The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Ana Paula Poeta Silva from Iowa State University breaks down the latest findings from the POMP program. She explains how PRRS virus lineages affect herd stability and economic loss, and highlights key factors that influence outbreak outcomes, including herd immunity and vaccine strategies. Listen now on all major platforms!"The POMP database shows that PRRS virus lineage significantly affects time to stability and total losses across

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Dr. Sarah Miller: Engagement and Culture of Care On...

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2025/10/15

In this episode of The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Sarah Miller from AgCreate Solutions explores the critical role of engagement and leadership in building a sustainable culture of care on swine farms. She explains how equipping and supporting managers directly influences animal care and employee retention. Learn practical strategies for creating more connected and effective farm teams. Listen now on all major platforms!"When a farm has a culture of care, it's something that you feel

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Berenice Munguía-Ramírez: Active Participatory...

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2025/10/08

In this episode of The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast, Berenice Munguía-Ramírez, a PhD candidate at Iowa State University, explores the role of active participatory surveillance in early disease detection and control within the swine industry. She explains its potential to identify both emerging and endemic pathogens before widespread outbreaks occur. Learn how producer participation and surveillance frequency can influence disease detection. Listen now on all major platforms!"Active

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Dr. Troy Kaiser: PCV2 Immunization Innovations | Ep. 177

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2025/10/01

In this episode of The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Troy Kaiser from Boehringer Ingelheim shares the latest on PCV2 immunization innovation and how shifting genotypes influence swine health protocols. He details safety and efficacy trials, label claims, and what this means for herd-level protection. Learn what’s next in immunization strategy and how to optimize immunity. Listen now on all major platforms!"Even without overt clinical signs, PCV2 can still impact growth, performance,

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Dr. Rodrigo Paiva: Colibacillosis in Focus | Ep. 176

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2025/09/24

In this episode of The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Rodrigo Paiva from Iowa State University explores how E. coli genotypes in swine have evolved over the last decade. He shares critical insights from a retrospective study and discusses why certain virulence factors are increasing in prevalence. Learn what this shift means for post-weaning diarrhea and disease management. Listen now on all major platforms!"Many E.coli strains contain multiple toxin genes, causing both secretory diarrhea

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