It's been an exciting year for DrBicuspid.com when it comes to podcasts. Your interaction with our podcasts jumped 22% year over year, and we can't thank you enough for taking the time out of your schedule to listen to our guests and their viewpoints and opinions.
While you loved our podcasts in 2025, certain episodes resonated with you in big ways. With that in mind and without further delay, here are the top five podcasts of 2025, ranked from 5 to 1 in terms of the number of listens combined through audio channels and inclusion on DrBicuspid.com.
5. Navigating safe and legal employment practices in dentistry
In this episode, Kevin Henry speaks with Michelle Coker, an employment practices analyst with the California Dental Association. They discuss the complexities of employment laws in California, effective hiring practices, managing terminations, and the importance of clear holiday policies.
4. What is happening to the next generation of dental leaders?
In this conversation, Dr. Richard W. Valachovic, MPH, executive director of the New York University Dentistry Center for Oral Health Policy and Management, discusses the evolving landscape of dentistry, the need for future leaders, and the role of dental education in fostering leadership skills. Dr. Valachovic emphasizes the significance of organized dentistry, the challenges faced by new dentists, and the importance of integrity in leadership.
3. Inside the current dentist-dental hygienist relationship with Dr. Kelly Tanner
Dr. Kelly Tanner and I explored the challenges faced in the dental industry, particularly post-COVID. We also discussed the evolving role of dental hygienists and the importance of communication between dentists and hygienists.
2. Uncovering dental embezzlement: A cautionary tale and behind-the-scenes look
How did an investigator uncover more than $240,000 of embezzlement from a Texas dental practice? DrBicuspid has the inside story from the woman who led the case and helped put the perpetrator behind bars.
1. Dr. Jason Goodchild on what you need to know about buffering local anesthesia
Dr. Goodchild shares his extensive background in dentistry and explains the science behind buffering, its benefits, and how it can improve patient comfort during dental procedures.
