Brain Smarts Gets Wild (and Hilarious) with Dr. Hannah Jordan, the Vet Who Does It All

The latest episode of Brain Smarts with Clay and Caitlin Palmer had everything: laughs, weird trivia, adorable animals, and a vet who could probably out-charm Steve Irwin himself. That’s right—comedian duo Clay and Caitlin brought their signature chaotic energy to this week’s show with a guest who can diagnose a gecko, perform surgery on a hamster, and still have time to craft a stunning pair of earrings: Dr. Hannah Jordan.

If you’re not already obsessed with Dr. Jordan, prepare to be. A North Carolina State grad (twice, because she’s an overachiever with flair), Dr. Jordan is a small animal and exotics veterinarian with the compassion of Florence Nightingale and the enthusiasm of the Crocodile Hunter. And on this episode, she brought the wild to Brain Smarts.

From the moment she joined the show, Dr. Jordan lit up the mic with her infectious energy and quick wit.

This week’s quiz segment—Critter Chaos: Real or Nah?—was especially spicy. Clay tried to stump Dr. Jordan with outlandish veterinary headlines. (Spoiler: One of those is really crazy. We’re still recovering.) Dr. Jordan nailed almost every question and threw in some bonus animal facts of her own, including one that had Caitlin crying with laughter. Educational? Yes. Slightly disturbing? Also yes.

But beyond the jokes, Dr. Jordan offered some heartfelt insight into the veterinary profession. She talked about balancing hard work, empathy, and creativity in a field that often demands all three—usually at once.

Listeners also got the inside scoop on Dr. Jordan’s viral social media journey, where she shares real-life vet moments, educational posts, and the occasional crafting win.

In the end, this episode of Brain Smarts delivered what it always promises—big laughs, surprising facts, and a guest you’ll wish was your best friend. Dr. Hannah Jordan reminded us that you can be smart, silly, and a little sparkly all at once—and that’s exactly the kind of energy the vet world (and podcast world) needs.

Catch the full episode wherever you get your podcasts, and remember: if your iguana needs a check-up or your outfit needs earrings that say “I wrestle ferrets for a living,” Dr. Jordan is your girl.