Show overview
The Squeal has been publishing since 2018, and across the 8 years since has built a catalogue of 260 episodes. That works out to roughly 95 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a fortnightly cadence.
Episodes typically run twenty to thirty-five minutes — most land between 17 min and 25 min — though episode length varies meaningfully from one episode to the next. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-language Business show.
The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed 3 days ago, with 23 episodes already out so far this year. The busiest year was 2022, with 52 episodes published. Published by PIC, pic.com.
From the publisher
Hello and welcome to 'The Squeal', PIC's swine management podcast, featuring in-depth conversations on topics that matter to you. PIC is the global leader in swine genetics. At PIC, our goal is to make our customers the most successful pig producers by providing them with the best genetics. We know our business success depends on yours..
Latest Episodes
View all 260 episodesThe Squeal_0268: Understanding the Genetic Index_Part 2
The Squeal_0267: Understanding the Genetic Index_Part 1
The Squeal_0266: Advancing Agriculture Through Digital Phenotyping
The Squeal_0265: Preparing Barns for Cold Weather_Part 2
The Squeal_0264: Preparing Barns for Cold Weather_Part 1
The Squeal_0263: ¡Episodio Extra!_Detrás de una Visita a la Granja
The Squeal_0262: Every Pig Counts: Understanding Wean-to-Finish Survivability_Part 2
The Squeal_0261: Every Pig Counts: Understanding Wean-to-Finish Survivability
The Squeal_0260: Production Trends Around the Globe_Part 2
The Squeal_0259: Production Trends Around the Globe_Part 1
The Squeal_0258: Boar Robustness: Feeding Strategy
The Squeal_0257: Boar Robustness: Care and Management
The Squeal_0256: The Vision and Future of Pork Chop Studio
The Squeal_0255: Biosecurity Through Truck Wash Sanitation
The Squeal_0254: Desired Sire Traits Around the Globe_Part 2
The Squeal_0253: Desired Sire Traits Around the Globe_Part 1
The Squeal_0252: Summer Management Strategies Across Production Phases
The Squeal_0251: Setting Your Barn Up for Summer Performance
On this episode of The Squeal, host Tori Walters leads a timely and practical conversation on preparing wean-to-finish barns for the quickly approaching warm weather months. She is joined by Nat Stas, PIC Wean-to-Finish Director and Isaiah Spath, PIC Wean-to-Finish Manager, who bring real-world experience and insights into what it takes to set barns up for success before temperatures rise.
The Squeal_0250: The Importance of HNS (Heat No Service)_Part 2
On this episode of The Squeal, host Brie Quick, PIC Technical Services Manager, continues the Heat No Service (HNS) conversation by building on the foundation laid in Episode 1 and taking a deeper dive into practical application and real-world impact. Joined again by Sergio Canavate, PIC Applied Repro Technical Services Director, and Jennifer Patterson, University of Alberta, this episode shifts from the "why" behind HNS to the "how." Together, they unpack what effective implementation looks like on farm, common challenges teams face when refining gilt development protocols, and how to evaluate whether HNS is truly driving the outcomes you expect. Be sure to tune in as the Heat No Service series continues to connect science, management, and long-term profitability on The Squeal.
The Squeal_0249:The Importance of HNS (Heat No Service)_Part 1
On this epsidoe of The Squeal, host Brie Quick, PIC Technical Services Manager, leads a foundational conversation on the importance of HNS and why it plays such a critical role in long-term performance and profitability. She is joined by Sergio Canavate, PIC Applied Repro Technical Services Director, and Jennifer Patterson, University of Alberta, to explore how HNS impacts herd health, reproductive performance, and overall system stability. Together, they break down why HNS isn't just a technical term — it's a coordinated strategy that supports stronger pigs, improved efficiency, and more resilient production systems. From practical application on farm to the science behind the strategy, this episode sets the stage for understanding how aligning health, nutrition, and system management drives measurable results.