Two weeks out from the U.S. elections, we're joined by Jason Medows, a pharmacist and agriculture producer, not to mention a podcaster in his own right. Jason talks with us about how mindset is the most important thing you can cultivate for mental health. He shares real world advice on how he keeps his mental health in top shape. He also discusses the importance of keeping perspective as we head into elections. He encourages folks to keep the big picture in mind, to choose kindness when interacting with others, and to take a step back if needed. One of his top ways to maintain mental health is by simply turning off the news. Like all of our guests who talk about mental health, Jason is real and down to earth. He doesn't have gimmicky fixes, but lots of experience and "here's what's worked for me". If you're feeling a little run down by politics, COVID, 2020 in general, this episode is for you. Make sure to check out Jason's podcast, Ag State of Mind and give him a follow on social media while you're there! You can find Jason and the Ag State of Mind podcast at: https://agstateofmind.com/ Follow Millennial Ag online: www.millennialag.com www.facebook.com/millennialag www.instagram.com/millennial_ag www.twitter.com/millennial_ag
This week, we take the Millennial factor to the max. We’re excited to welcome three Millennials from agriculture, to talk about where they’re standing politically as we barrel towards November 3. Dan Lotspeich joins us as a produce grower from northeastern Nevada. A registered Republican, he describes himself as a reluctant but strident Biden voter. Leah Pratt grew up in a conservative household in California, and now is a registered Democrat in rural Idaho. Dustin Cooksey comes to us from row crop production in northeastern Colorado, and is planning to vote for President Trump. These three millennials in ag come together for – wait for it – CIVIL CONVERSATION centered around the United States’ upcoming elections. They discuss policy differences, how they’ve come to their decisions, and perhaps most importantly, showcase that we’re only as divided as we allow ourselves to be. This civilized discussion is something we’re incredibly proud to bring you this fall, and encourage anyone who’s feeling especially discouraged by the discourse in our country right now to tune in. This episode will give you hope. Follow Millennial Ag online: www.millennialag.com www.facebook.com/millennialag www.instagram.com/millennial_ag www.twitter.com/millennial_ag
In anticipation of US elections occurring in just less than a month, this week we're excited to welcome a veteran political strategist and consultant, Brett Moore to the show. A native from a wheat farm in western Kansas, Brett breaks down how the electoral college works, and more importantly, how it might actually be in favor of agriculture and rural voters (California has 55 electoral votes, Wyoming has 3...tune in to hear how the math works!) Amid the noise and name calling, Millennial Ag is excited to bring you the first in our several weeks of election coverage. You can find Brett at: OnTheBallot Consulting Brett@OnTheBallot.CO 303-900-8154 Denver, CO https://twitter.com/OnTheBallot https://www.facebook.com/OnTheBallotConsulting Follow Millennial Ag online: www.millennialag.com www.facebook.com/millennialag www.instagram.com/millennial_ag www.twitter.com/millennial_ag
"Even though I'm over 50, I'm still the kid." Do those words ring true for you? Are you trying to start the succession planning conversation in your family but don't know where to begin? Paul Marchant will be the first to tell you that he still doesn't know, but that you have to start somewhere. The generational cattleman and writer for Progressive Cattle joins the podcast this week to share some hard-earned wisdom about the tough conversations that come with trying to plan out a farming or ranching operation's succession plan. Paul doesn't have a quick fix, or a one-size-fits-all solution, but he does offer some down-to-earth perspective and encouragement to fail your way forward on this hard topic. He also shares how humility and putting yourself in someone else's shoes can help make the road easier to travel, and how a sense of humor is oftentimes the most important tool of all. Follow Progressive Cattle online: https://www.progressivecattle.com/ https://www.facebook.com/ProgressiveCattle https://twitter.com/ProCattlemag Follow Millennial Ag online: www.millennialag.com www.facebook.com/millennialag www.instagram.com/millennial_ag www.twitter.com/millennial_ag
Have you ever wondered what would happen if you just...DID the thing? Let the excuses go, no holds barred, and dove straight into something? Whatever it may be - weight loss, starting a business, becoming an astronaut....let your dreams take hold and steer? Kiah Twisselman did just that...and she changed her life. Kiah is a generational ranch lady from California (yes, really), life coach, and beef advocate extraordinaire. Two years ago, she said to hell with the excuses that were holding her back in her life, and made some radical changes. Tune in to this episode to hear exactly where it all started but be ready for one wild ride - she's smart, she's funny, she's sassy, and she's exactly what this world needs right now. She talks about love - for yourself and for whatever you're passionate about (hey, agriculture!) and how the first must happen in order for the second to truly fly. She's warm, inspiring, and the friend you need for whatever challenge you're staring in the face right now. We're so excited to welcome this rockstar to the show, and even more excited for you to listen to her. You can find Kiah at www.coachkiah.com Follow Millennial Ag online: www.millennialag.com www.facebook.com/millennialag www.instagram.com/millennial_ag www.twitter.com/millennial_ag
We're excited to welcome back Damian Mason,former political comic, agriculture economist and keynote speaker this week. What are we talking about? Agriculture subsidies. Damian takes us back to how subsidies in agriculture began, why we have them, and what they mean today. We talk about the recent farm payments the industry has received due to trade wars and COVD-19, and discuss what it might mean for agriculture producers moving forward, both in an election year and after. As always with Damian, we get a lot of information and plenty of laughs to break up the data. Join us this week as we talk about one of agriculture's hottest topics. You can find Damian at: www.damianmason.com https://www.damianmason.com/business-of-agriculture-success-group Subscribe to Millennial Ag podcasts and follow us at: www.millennialag.com www.facebook.com/millennialag www.instagram.com/millennial_ag www.twitter.com/millennial_ag
Progressive. In this day and age, that word has many meanings, and leading up to a presidential election here in the United States, it’s even more loaded. But this week, we’re joined by a special guest from the dairy publishing world. Walt Cooley, Editor-in-Chief of the Progressive Dairy magazine gives us his own definition of progressive, how his magazine defines it, and how being open to new experiences is really the at the heart of the word. As the man whose job it is to make sure that dairy producers are up to speed and on the cutting edge of all things related to the industry, Walt shares how being confident enough in your past to embrace the future is the way forward for not just dairies, but ag operations of any size or shape as well as individuals to be successful as we move forward in these ever-increasing volatile times. Follow Progressive Dairy online: https://www.progressivedairy.com/ https://www.progressivedairy.com/multimedia https://twitter.com/PDmag https://www.facebook.com/progressivedairy https://www.youtube.com/user/pdwebmaster Follow Millennial Ag online: www.millennialag.com www.facebook.com/millennialag www.instagram.com/millennial_ag www.twitter.com/millennial_ag
What else is there to say besides YAY?! Listeners, we've made it to one year. One year of Millennial Ag, of no topic off limits, of questioning our own and others' perspectives, of not backing down from hard conversations. If you've been with us since the beginning, thank you. If you're just joining us now, welcome. We're so glad you're here. We reflect on where we started, how we've grown, and where we want to be. Most importantly, that includes you. What do you want to listen to in Year 2? Who do you want to hear from as guests? Where should we go? What topics should we cover? You know where to find us. We're ready! www.millennialag.com www.facebook.com/millennialag www.instagram.com/millennial_ag www.twitter.com/millennial_ag
This week’s conversation ranges far and wide, covering everything from agriculture’s diminishing representation in elected positions, particularly in executive branches, to how agriculture must remain engaged even in the face of what seem like David versus Goliath battles. We’re joined by one of rural Colorado’s finest, state Senator Jerry Sonnenberg (R-Sterling). As an agriculture producer himself, Senator Sonnenberg knows well the struggles the ag industry and rural populations face. His deep background and experience on Colorado’s Capitol Hill bring perspective to a lot of questions that Millennial Ag is constantly chewing on. We discuss how agriculture's inclination to give a little here, give a little there feels like we may soon be dying by death by a thousand cuts. We talk about the necessity of focusing on building relationships, rather than just stubbornly trying to continue to "educate people." We ask questions whose answers aren't readily apparent, but ask them anyway,and throw in a few laughs along the way. Join us for Episode 51 featuring an elected official with a real stake in production ag and a real desire to protect and promote our industry and America’s rural way of life. The Drovers article referenced in this episode can be found here: https://www.drovers.com/article/western-governor-odds-agriculture You can find Senator Sonnenberg by visiting www.electsonnenberg.com or on Twitter @jerrysonnenberg www.millennialag.com www.facebook.com/millennialag www.instagram.com/millennial_ag www.twitter.com/millennial_ag
This week, we’re joined by Justin Lewton, a Millennial dryland grain farmer in northeastern Colorado. Justin serves on an industry board, and we invited him to speak with us about the topic we introduced last week. In his volunteer capacity, he’s noticed too that agriculture, and especially production ag, seems to silence itself to the detriment of its profit, for fear of backlash from any number of corners – fellow producers, larger agribusiness companies, other industry organizations, and consumers. Justin enthusiastically joins us in searching for more meaningful conversations and not taking “well, that’s just how it is” for an answer. He’s as frustrated as we are in trying to talk about this in agriculture but brings up the good point that relationships are key to making progress. After we finished recording, Justin shared a great lesson he has heard his whole life, passed down from his dad, “we can go further, faster together than we can apart.” A perfect place to begin to answer these hard questions we keep finding. Tune in to this week’s episode for a very balanced and educated conversation with an up and coming agriculture leader in Colorado. www.millennialag.com www.facebook.com/millennialag www.instagram.com/millennial_ag www.twitter.com/millennial_ag