Best Is AgriHealth Networks Podcasts (2024)

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Beauty from Brokenness with Blake and Kristin Gray (Part 2) 35:12

6M ago35:12

35:12

This is the second part of our conversation with Blake and Kristin Gray. In this episode, hear how God redeemed and restored their marriage, and what advice they would give to couples who are going through a difficult season. We'd love to hear your feedback! Please reach out to us if you have ideas for future shows or how we can make That Farm Life…

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Beauty from Brokenness with Blake and Kristin Gray (Part 1) 42:02

7M ago42:02

42:02

This week, we are joined by Blake and Kristin Gray. On this two-part podcast, Blake and Kristin tell the story of how God has healed them individually and brought them into a beautiful marriage. Both Blake and Kristin have endured tremendous struggles, from divorce to substance abuse to the loss of loved ones. Listen in to how God has worked throug…

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Family Farming with Raney and Tyler Nutt 35:01

7M ago35:01

35:01

In this episode, Stan is joined by Raney and Tyler Nutt. Raney and Tyler are a father-son duo who have been farming together for 10 years. Throughout the conversation, they discuss the joys of working together, and what farming has done for their family. We'd love to hear your feedback! Please reach out to us if you have ideas for future shows or h…

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The Benefits of Regenerative Farming with Terry Smith 32:37

7M ago32:37

32:37

This week, we are joined by Terry Smith. Terry is a farmer in Northeast Arkansas and an advocate for regenerative farming techniques. Terry and Stan talk about the ins and outs of regenerative farming, including its economic, agronomic, and operational benefits. We'd love to hear your feedback! Please reach out to us if you have ideas for future sh…

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A Christmas Devotional with Stan Norman 13:13

7M ago13:13

13:13

Merry Christmas! Thanks for tuning in to 'That Farm Life.' On this very special episode, Dr. Stan Norman gives a devotional from the traditional Christmas story. We'd love to hear your feedback! Please reach out to us if you have ideas for future shows or how we can make That Farm Life even better! Email us at aghealth@williamsbu.edu! That Farm Lif…

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Resolutions for the Family with Stephen and Tracy Bell 31:38

8M ago31:38

31:38

This week, we are joined again by Stephen and Tracy Bell. For this episode, Stan and the Bells talk about goals to set for your family's health in the new year. If you like what you hear on 'That Farm Life' be sure to follow us on Facebook and Instagram! We'd love to hear your feedback! Please reach out to us if you have ideas for future shows or h…

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The Value of Hard Work with Stephen and Tracy Bell 32:28

8M ago32:28

32:28

This week, Stan is joined by Stephen and Tracy Bell. Stephen and Tracy both work in the Psychology department at Williams Baptist University, and have led marriage and family seminars all over the US. In this episode, we discuss how students who work during school have higher academic outcomes and can be more prepared to build culture and community…

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Working on Eagle Farms with Brad Flippo and Brett Cooper 32:25

8M ago32:25

32:25

This week on 'That Farm Life', we are joined by Brad Flippo and Brett Cooper. Brad is the Farm Manager at Eagle Farms at Williams Baptist University, and Brett serves as the Dean of Work Education at WBU. Stan, Brad, and Brett discuss what it's been like to launch this creative endeavor, and how working with college students on a farm has it's uniq…

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The Blessings of the Herd with Cindy Emfinger 25:45

8M ago25:45

25:45

In this week's episode, Stan interviews Cindy Emfinger. Cindy and her husband, Clint, oversee a small herd of cattle in Central Arkansas. In this episode, Cindy discusses the blessed responsibility of caring for a part of God's creation, the balance of working a full-time job and a part-time farm, and the family connection of agriculture. We'd love…

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Agricultural Roots with Dr. Bart Barber 32:40

8M ago32:40

32:40

This week on 'That Farm Life', Stan interviews Dr. Bart Barber. Bart is the pastor of First Baptist Church Farmersville, Texas. Bart also serves as the President of the Southern Baptist Convention. In addition to his church and denominational duties, Bart is a member of the agricultural community. Bart's roots are deep in the agricultural community…

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Red Angus Cattle with Kelly Smith 30:58

9M ago30:58

30:58

This week, Stan interviews Kelly Smith. Kelly serves as the Director of Commercial Marketing for the Red Angus Association of America. Formerly, Kelly served for a number of years in the cattle feed business. Stan and Kelly talk about the state of cattle farming today, Black Angus vs. Red Angus cattle, and why America needs cattle farmers. We'd lov…

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A Holistic Approach to Agriculture with Logan Duvall 28:28

9M ago28:28

28:28

In this episode, Stan interviews Logan Duvall. Logan and his family operate the Me and McGee Market in North Little Rock, Arkansas. They discuss Logan's background, the market itself, and how his family endured through his son's battle with cancer. Logan has also started an initiative called Sowing Prosperity. Sowing Prosperity exists to display a …

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Ag Education with Homer Lenderman 28:18

9M ago28:18

28:18

In this week's episode, Stan sits down with Homer Lenderman. Homer is a former public school agri-education teacher, an Arkansas State Representative, and an all-around good guy. Stan and Homer talk about the importance of family, faith, and farming. Homer has seen a lot of transition and change in the agricultural world, and offers much wisdom for…

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Healthcare for Rural Communities with T. J. Whitehead (Part 2) 17:34

9M ago17:34

17:34

This week on 'That Farm Life,' Stan continues his interview with T. J. Whitehead. T. J. serves as the Chief Financial Officer of ARcare. ARcare exists to serve primarily rural contexts with affordable access to healthcare, including mental health services. T. J. and Stan discuss growing up on a farm and the pressures of living in and around the agr…

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Healthcare for Rural Communities with T. J. Whitehead (Part 1) 26:42

10M ago26:42

26:42

This week on 'That Farm Life,' Stan interviews T. J. Whitehead. T. J. serves as the Chief Financial Officer of ARcare. ARcare exists to serve primarily rural contexts with affordable access to healthcare, including mental health services. T. J. and Stan discuss growing up on a farm and the pressures of living in and around the agricultural communit…

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Weather and Farming with Ryan Vaughan 23:52

10M ago23:52

23:52

This week, Stan interviews Ryan Vaughan. Ryan serves as the Chief Meteorologist for KAIT-8 in Jonesboro, Arkansas. Stan and Ryan discuss the impact weather has on farmers, from dust storms to rain. Ryan also discusses his role as a partner to those who are in the agriculture community, and how these partnerships can help everyone make the community…

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The Importance of Work Ethic with Alex Cole 24:16

10M ago24:16

24:16

This week, Stan sits down with Alex Cole, a senior at Williams Baptist University. Alex has worked at Eagle Farms for over three years now as a part of the Williams Works program at WBU. Alex grew up in a farming community helping his grandpa with his garden. In this episode, Stan and Alex talk about the importance of learning a strong work ethic a…

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The Stresses of Agribusiness with Dr. John Anderson 28:21

10M ago28:21

28:21

This week on 'That Farm Life,' Stan interviews Dr. John Anderson. John serves as Professor and Head of the Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness Department and Director of the Fryar Price Risk Management Center of Excellence at the University of Arkansas. John has over 20 years of experience in agricultural economics and has much wisdom to offer …

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Unique Struggles of the Farming Community with Aneita Cooper 26:03

11M ago26:03

26:03

In this episode of 'That Farm Life', Stan sits down with Dr. Aneita Cooper, Ph.D., LPC-S. Aneita is a Board Certified Professional Christian Counselor and serves as the Director of Counseling Services at Williams Baptist University. During the conversation, Aneita and Stan talk about practical mental health help for those in the agriculture communi…

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Partnering With Farmers with Ben Pittman 28:27

11M ago28:27

28:27

In this episode, Stan sits down with Ben Pittman. Ben is Senior Vice President and Director of Agrilending at Partners Bank, which is headquartered in Arkansas. Ben previously served for 20 years in the Marine Corps. Stan and Ben discuss the different financial challenges facing the agriculture community and share some practical advice for farmers …

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Building Healthy Families with Stephen and Tracy Bell 33:56

11M ago33:56

33:56

In episode 131, Stan Norman sits down with Stephen and Tracy Bell. Stephen and Tracy work as marriage and family therapists and have led marriage seminars all around the U.S. In the episode, we cover the importance of quantity time, setting an example for children, and the rewards and challenges of small-town life. We'd love to hear your feedback! …

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Parenting and Cattle Showing with Melinda Williams 26:22

11M ago26:22

26:22

In today's episode of That Farm Life, Stan Norman visits with Melinda Williams, a professor at Williams Baptist University. Melinda shares about her experience growing up on her grandfather's dairy farm in Northeast Arkansas and helping her daughter get started in showing cattle. Melinda and her husband, Warren, are leaders in the cattle-showing wo…

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Passing the Torch with Dr. Stan Norman 32:05

11M ago32:05

32:05

In today's episode Archie visits with Dr. Stan Norman, the president of Williams Baptist University. He shares about the agricultural and educational opportunities at Williams, including Eagle Farms. As the new primary sponsor of Agri Health Network and That Farm Life Podcast, Williams Baptist & Eagle Farms will help the podcast continue for many y…

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Exercise for Body & Mind with Blake Cox 23:53

12M ago23:53

23:53

With four generations working at the family implement business and on their farm, the Cox family understands stress and strains. In today's episode Archie talks with Blake Cox about dealing with stress in a positive way through exercise. We'd love to hear your feedback! Please reach out to us if you have ideas for future shows or how we can make Th…

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Healing the Effects of Trauma & Stress with Blake & Juliana Bennett 49:48

12M ago49:48

49:48

Trigger Warning: Today's episode includes themes of child abuse and neglect, including sexual abuse. If you have experienced similar trauma, we encourage you to also find help. Resources are available on our website at AgriHealth.net. In this episode, Blake and Juliana Bennett talk about how two people with completely different backgrounds can find…

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Talking Daily with God with Dr. Connie Ware 20:33

1y ago20:33

20:33

“When you talk with God on a daily basis, He’ll teach you how to cope with life’s stresses, life’s strains. And He’ll help you – because the Scriptures also say: ‘Casting all of…our cares upon him because he cares for us.’ He wants us to talk to him.” - Dr. Connie Ware From her beginning as the only female in her high school FFA class to her role t…

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Recreating Your Operation's Culture with Dr. Kelley Lammers 26:53

1y ago26:53

26:53

In today’s episode, Archie visits with therapist Dr. Kelley Lammers. She and her husband have worked to change the culture on their family farming operation. First, by referring to workers as teammates and trying to build a healthier work atmosphere. They also began a Monday morning meeting. At their meeting they cover more than the tasks for the w…

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It Does Get Better: Life after Losing a Spouse to Suicide with Dr. Torri Lienemann 31:03

1y ago31:03

31:03

Content warning: Today’s episode discusses depression and suicide. If you or a loved one are struggling with thoughts of suicide, please call the National Suicide and Crisis Hotline at 988. To anyone on the outside, the Lienemann family appeared to have everything going for them. Behind the scenes, Torri’s husband Trevor was struggling with deep de…

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Finding His Way Back to the Farm with Steve Watkins 25:16

1y ago25:16

25:16

As a teenager working in his family's fields during the Farm Crisis of the 80’s, any job out of the sun with a steady paycheck sounded like a better option to Steve Watkins. After working in journalism, publishing, and a variety of other fields, Steve found himself back at the start. A forty day walk down the Camino de Santiago gave him time to thi…

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Adding Value with Event Planning and Agritourism with Cass Capen-Housley 28:35

1y ago28:35

28:35

Today’s episode features Cass Capen-Housley, an Instructor and Event Coordinator for the Arkansas Tech Department of Agriculture and Tourism. She shares the importance of community building and service through events as well as agritourism’s role in providing an additional income stream while educating others. To find out more about agritourism in …

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Turning an FFA Project Into a Business with Alaina Reeves of Gnome Home Farms 16:03

1y ago16:03

16:03

As part of the Future Farmers of America curriculum students choose an SAE – or Supervised Agricultural Experience. Alaina Reeves of Rison, Arkansas chose to grow mushrooms for her SAE. With the help of her Ag teachers Alaina went from growing mushrooms to growing a business. Now she sells mushrooms, microgreens, and other farm products to local ch…

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Specialty Crops and Advocating for Ag with John McMinn 18:46

1y ago18:46

18:46

Today Archie talks with John McMinn, the Director of the Soybean and Specialty Crop Division at the Arkansas Farm Bureau. In addition to supporting and advocating for farmers, John writes for Ag Insider and co-hosts the Arkansas AgCast. Both of these productions provide information about current events, legislation, policy, and issues affecting far…

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Agritourism and the 2024 Eclipse with Susan West 23:25

1y ago23:25

23:25

In today’s episode Archie visits with Susan West, an Associate Professor of Agriculture and Tourism for Arkansas Tech University. Agritourism is a growing sector and allows farmers, ranchers, and other producers to diversify their income streams. From orchards and fields where people can pick their own produce to providing a farm experience to fami…

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Moving to Full-Time Farming with John Bruhl 16:38

1y ago16:38

16:38

John Bruhl grew up helping on his grandparents’ farm and spent his college summers on his aunt and uncle’s cattle ranch in Texas. Now he is transitioning to full-time pecan farming. John and his family know about the stresses and strains people face in agriculture. They have lost friends to suicide and have shared with their community that they wil…

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Annie’s Project and Extension Resources with Laura Hendrix 17:09

1y ago17:09

17:09

Today Archie speaks with Laura Hendrix, the Interim Associate Department Head of Family and Consumer Sciences for the Division of Agriculture here in Arkansas. Many of us are familiar with the ag-related services offered by your county extension offices, but that isn’t all that is available. Dr. Hendrix shares about the family and consumer science …

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Urban Agriculture with Kesha Cobb 26:20

1y ago26:20

26:20

Today Archie talks with Kesha Cobb about urban farming. Kesha is the Founder and Director of The Sustainability Project, President of the National Women in Ag chapter in Arkansas, and Founder and Director of Black Women in Ag. Her story of life change brought about by agriculture, prayer, and determination will inspire everyone who listens. You can…

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A Finger in Many Pies with Marcus Creasy 19:55

1y ago19:55

19:55

When asked about his life, Marcus Creasy states, “When I say I have my finger in many pies – that’s probably an understatement somedays.” Marcus stays busy with his family’s commercial cattle operation, his insurance business, computer consulting, serving as the Chairman of the Livestock and Poultry Commission in Arkansas, and involvement in all le…

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Tornado Recovery with Shannon Hobbs 17:18

1y ago17:18

17:18

On March 31, 2023 several tornadoes swept through Arkansas. Shannon Hobbs’ hometown of Wynne was devastated by a large tornado that tore through homes, churches, and schools. In today’s episode Shannon shares his experience and how the town is coming together to recover. You can learn more about Shannon’s family business, Hobbs Farm Implement at th…

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Caring for Yourself Inside & Out with Kiah Twisselman Burchett 39:25

1y ago39:25

39:25

Growing up a part of the sixth generation on her family’s California cattle ranch, Kiah Twisselman Burchett experienced farm life first hand. Now, as a beef industry advocate, motivational speaker, and podcaster, Kiah uses her platforms to encourage people to be healthy inside and out. Kiah and her friend Courtenay DeHoff created the YouTube series…

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Respecting the Past and Adapting to the Present with Doug & Amy Ratzlaff 29:01

1+ y ago29:01

29:01

This week’s guests are Oklahoma cattle ranchers Doug and Amy Ratzlaff. As they began their operation they realized the way Doug’s parents and grandparents worked wouldn’t work out for them. By being willing to innovate and make changes to fit their family’s needs, Hilltop Ranch and Cattle has become successful. Their strong faith in God has helped …

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Building a Support Network Within Your Industry with Leslie Hendry 26:23

1+ y ago26:23

26:23

With their ranch 75 miles outside of Casper, Wyoming, Leslie Hendry and her family can easily stay isolated. By choosing to get involved with other cattle ranchers through conventions and committees, Leslie has been able to build community for herself. As the Wyoming Director of Federation of State Beef Councils, Leslie works with others to provide…

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The Old Trail Boss with Jack Blease and Joe Geoffrey 21:04

1+ y ago21:04

21:04

Today Archie visits with Jack Blease and Joe Geoffrey from The Old Trail Boss Podcast. Through classic Western storytelling Jack, Joe, and their team discuss concepts of grace, pride, dealing with change, and more. You can find episodes of The Old Trail Boss on your favorite podcast provider or at TheOldTrailBoss.com Join the online Cowboy Church S…

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Strong Enough to Ask for Help with Jaclyn Wilson 23:40

1+ y ago23:40

23:40

A few years ago, Jaclyn Wilson lost her friend and business partner in a tragic ATV accident. While dealing with grief and PTSD she realized she needed help. Through a form a therapy known as EMDR, Jaclyn found a way to process the tragedy and trauma and come out on the other side. You can hear more about EMDR in a previous podcast episode titled H…

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Marrying Into That Farm Life with Lauren Driver 15:51

1+ y ago15:51

15:51

Lauren Driver didn’t grow up on a farm, but when she married her husband five years ago, she married into the farm life. As a general manager for McDonald’s, Lauren was used to working with people in a business setting. After joining the farm full-time, she’s had to learn how to blend her business background with her new role at their row crop oper…

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One Breath at a Time: Living after Losing a Child with Ron Deal 21:40

1+ y ago21:40

21:40

This is the second part of Archie’s interview with Ron Deal. You can find the first part, Building a Blended Family, on our website or on your favorite podcast app. After losing their 12-year-old son Connor in 2009, Ron Deal and his wife Nan faced a crushing heartache. As their life began recalibrating to this unwanted new normal, they looked for w…

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Building a Blended Family with Ron Deal 27:46

1+ y ago27:46

27:46

Today on the podcast Archie talks with Ron Deal. He is a therapist, speaker, and author of The Smart Stepfamily, Building Love in Blended Families, Dating and the Single Parent, and many more. He is the President of Smart Stepfamilies and the Director of FamilyLife Blended. He also hosts the FamilyLifeBlended podcast and started As for Me and My Ho…

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Two Years of That Farm Life Podcast 37:43

1+ y ago37:43

37:43

This week marks 106 episodes with 110 guests, listeners in 50 states and 59 countries, and two full years of That Farm Life Podcast. In today’s episode we feature excerpts from some episodes you don’t want to miss! Find the full-length versions on your favorite podcast app or on our website. Adventures in Flying with Marshall Morrison Getting an Ea…

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Learning to Live After a Devastating Accident with Carey Portell 29:02

1+ y ago29:02

29:02

After a drunk driver hit Carey Portell and her two daughters, their lives were forever changed. Her daughters healed from their injuries over the next few months, but it would take years for Carey to walk again. Even now, her mobility is limited. Through these challenges Carey and her husband continued to raise cattle. With adaptive equipment to he…

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Ending Stigma and Supporting Survivors with DeAnn Vaught 17:22

1+ y ago17:22

17:22

Arkansas State Representative and farmer DeAnn Vaught shares her story in today's episode. Her work on a variety of House committees - including the Agriculture, Forestry, & Economic Development Committee and Education Committee – shows her passion for advocacy, agriculture, and education for the future. As a survivor of sexual abuse, Ms. Vaught en…

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The Unpaid Ranch Manager with Angie Mason 28:54

1+ y ago28:54

28:54

This week on the podcast Archie speaks with a very special guest – his wife, Angie Mason. A former schoolteacher, Angie now spends her days managing their cattle operation, bottling honey from her own bees, and spending time with her 4 young grandsons. If you had asked them thirty-four years ago, neither of the Masons would have thought they’d end …

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