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Dirt Nerds is a podcast about dirt track racing! We talk to drivers, business people and anyone else involved in dirt track racing. Doesn’t matter if you like late models, sprint cars or modifieds, if it’s on dirt we talk about it! Dirt track racing is the greatest sport in the world and we want to help promote it!
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Bootstrap Farmer Radio is a podcast that focuses on empowering growers and gardeners with the knowledge and resources they need to be successful, whether they are backyard gardeners, flower farmers, or market farmers. We interview farmers from all walks of life to share their experiences and give helpful tips to growers, no matter where they are in their journey. If you’re just starting your gardening business, an experienced market farmer or home gardener, or growing your first plants in th ...
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This week we sit down and talk about some of the racing and the fireworks that happened in our area. The Summer Nationals finished off their campaign in our are and it wasn't without some drama and torn up racecars, as usual. The AFCS competed at Fremont and we preview the big weekend coming up at Eldora.…
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This week we return with an interview! We sit down and talk with long time modified driver and new promoter of Montpelier Motor Speedway, Ryan Sutter. We also talk about the results from the weekend for the AFCS, the American Late Model Iron Man Series and we discuss the breaking news of Ricky Thorton Jr and SSI parting ways.…
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Duane joins us remotely once again as he is headed to Kokomo for the XRSS race and he fills us in on his plans for the rest of the week. We talk about the Dream at Eldora Speedway where Jonathan Davenport took the win in dominating fashion, leading all 100 laps! We also talk about the beginning of Ohio Sprint Speedweek and the conclusion on USAC Mi…
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This week we were back to normal with Duane being able to back in person. We talk about the upcoming Dirt Late Model Dream and we talk about the unfortunate news of Eldora GM and our friend Jerry Gappens Jr passing away. We also talk about the AFCS races from the weekend and the High Limit Series visit to Butler Michigan.…
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Welcome back to another podcast! This week we talk about Duane's trip to Indy and his venture to attend 6 races in 5 days. We also talk about the World of Outlaws anticipated return to Fremont Speedway. The American Late Model Iron Man Series also opened their season in our area and had to tough out the driest racing surface ever seen one night!…
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This week a lot of tracks had to dodge Mother Nature in which a lot of tracks had to cancel. On the bright side Eldora was able to get both of their nights in for the World of Outlaws and USAC National Sprint Cars. We also talk about the High Limit race in Kansas and the spectacular World of Outlaws race at Jacksonville Speedway.…
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This week we return from an unexpected week off and we get to talk about Duane's opening weekend with the AFCS series. We also talk about the World of Outlaw Sprint Car races and some of the drama that ensued, including James McFadden taking flight. We also talk about the fiasco at the Southern All Stars race at North Georgia and High Limit results…
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Join us at the Farm Resort in White Wright, Texas on April 27th and 28th for an event that will transform your farming skills. Learn from JM Fortier, an experienced market farmer and speaker. Get ready for workshops on boosting farm productivity, soil management, and innovative growing techniques. You'll also have the opportunity to see hands-on de…
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This week we come back from a week off to recap our opening night at our closest Friday night track at Attica Raceway Park. We talk about our opening night race where Bryce Lucius took his first 410 sprint car win ever! We also talk about the World of Outlaws races in Missouri and some of the late model races that were happening.…
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This talk with returning guests from Bouldin Food Forest. Vanessa Bates and Ben McConnell are for individuals interested in or currently engaged in market farming and navigating the new challenges and opportunities that come with being over 50. As we age, our physical capabilities can change, and once straightforward tasks may become more demanding…
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In September 2023, Bouldin Food Forest faced a test of strength and spirit when ferocious winds tore through their farm, ravaging structures and leaving chaos in their wake. In this heartfelt video, Vanessa and Ben unveil the reality of severe weather impacts on agriculture and share a powerful testament to resilience and recovery. Watch as they re…
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Meet Ben and Vanessa of Bouldin Food Forest serving the Austin, Texas market. Bouldin Food Forest grows rich, nutrient-dense food using regenerative agriculture methods. It’s a throwback to when agriculture was about craftsmanship, not industrial mechanization and chemicals favored by today’s large factory farms. The result: beautiful vegetables an…
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The Greenhouse and Hoop House Grower's Handbook What crops make the most money in a Hoop House? What options do farmers need when growing year-round? What are ways big growers leverage every square inch of protected culture? Andrew Mefferd, the author of The Greenhouse and Hoop House Growers Handbook, discussed his motivation and observations in wr…
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This week we cover the Golden Isles double header with the High Limit Series and Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series on tap. We also talk about the future of the ASCS series and the doubt that surrounds the series. Duane goes over the AFCS schedule with us and we talk about the Icebreaker at Lincoln Speedway in PA.…
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We dive deep. And we mean deep into how hybrid seeds are developed and brought to market with Andrew Mefferd. Andrew is the owner/editor of Growing For Market Magazine, author of The Greenhouse and Hoop House Grower's Handbook, and served many years at the trial farm at Johnny's Selected Seeds. His intense knowledge of seeds and the seed industry m…
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This week we talk about the Winternationals happening at East Bay Speedway for the final time after 48 years. We also cover the World of Outlaws at Volusia and nasty feud that seems to be starting before the High Limit Series has even gotten started. We also cover the schedules for the AFCS series, Attica, Fremont and Wayne County as they were rece…
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A family reunion of sorts, Bootstrap Farmer welcomes Andrew Mefferd, publisher of Growing for Market Magazine and author of The Greenhouse and Hoop House Grower's Handbook, to the studio, along with Bootstrap Farmers Director of Sales Randy Cummings & Customer Service Specialist Kari Danial. Host Nick, Randy, and Andrew have known each other for cl…
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In this reaction video, the Bootstrap Farmer Podcast crew dives deeper into the JM Fortier interview with Bootstrap Farmer ( https://youtu.be/Kd_jZnRaQbk ) and discus individual takeaways from @TheMarketGardeners TIMESTAMPS: 00:17 Intro 00:45 Farm Sustainability 09:59 School and Healthy Living 19:45 Increasing Greenhouse Production 27:38 Keeping Yo…
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Being a Market Gardener means serving our buyers where they are most likely to convert into repeatable sales at prices to keep you thriving in your agricultural business. In this episode, we look at many sales opportunities small farms have to serve their markets through traditional farmers markets, direct-to-consumer delivery, partnerships, and ad…
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No stranger to the DFW growing community, Michael Bell runs a small farm just outside Dallas, TX. He sells direct to consumer seasonal salad veggies directly to his clients on his low-stress terms. If you think you need a lot of acreage or even a water supply, check out what Michael has accomplished, truly keeping a manageable scale as he bootstrap…
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