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If you’re looking to build a profitable farm that works, The Thriving Farmer Podcast is for you. Learn the latest tricks and strategies from successful farmers, strategize with in-depth interviews with leaders in the industry, and connect with stories of farmers just like you. With over 15 years of farming background, your host Michael Kilpatrick has the experience and authority to bring you practical advice, ask the hard questions, tease out the gold nuggets, and help share what it’s really ...
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What are the key benefits of integrating advanced technology into greenhouse construction? On this episode of the Thriving Farmer Podcast, Michael is joined by Josh Holleb who is the Systems Integration Specialist at Ceres Greenhouse Solutions. Josh combines his construction and farming expertise to help create sustainable growing spaces that blend…
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What are the biggest challenges in fruit farming? On this episode of the Thriving Farmer Podcast, Michael is joined by Bryce Loewen of Blossom Bluff Orchards as he shares his journey in agriculture and the challenges of organic fruit farming in California's Central Valley. He discusses the life cycle of orchards, the yield per acre of stone fruits,…
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How has organic farming evolved over the years and what might the future hold? On this episode of the Thriving Farmer Podcast, Michael is joined by Paul Muller who is a part of the pioneering force at Full Belly Farm, a 450-acre certified organic farm in North Central California. For over four decades, the farm has championed economic stability, ye…
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How does the health of soil directly impact global hunger solutions? On this episode of the Thriving Farmer Podcast, Michael is joined by Abram J. Bicksler, Ph.D., who is President and CEO of ECHO, a global Christian organization focused on empowering the undernourished through sustainable hunger solutions. With over 15 years of international exper…
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How can SEO transform your farm's online visibility? On this episode of the Thriving Farmer Podcast, Michael is joined by Julia Bocchese, a SEO Consultant for agriculture and horticulture businesses and founder of Homegrown Reach. With a deep passion for supporting local agriculture, Julia focuses on making businesses easily discoverable to their i…
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How can small farms compete in a wholesale market dominated by large agricultural businesses? On this episode, Michael is joined by Cole Mazariegos-Anastassiou who co-runs Brisa Ranch in California's Pescadero area. Together with his farm partners, their farm offers a variety of crops grown regeneratively on ecologically rich farmland for mainly lo…
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How many plants does it take to get a pound of tomato seeds? On this episode we’re joined by Theresa Podoll from Prairie Road Organic Seed in Fullerton, North Dakota. Since 1997, Theresa and her husband, Dan, have been passionate about providing resilient, organic seed varieties with a focus on taste and abundance for their customers. Tune in to he…
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Can agroforestry boost farm profitability? On this episode of the Thriving Farmer Podcast, Michael is joined by Jeremy Kaufman who is Chief of Operations at Propagate, a leader in Agroforestry. Along with his team, Jeremy is fully committed to integrating agroforestry into farming to increase farm profits, decrease erosion and nutrient loss, and pr…
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Are you looking for more community and education on homesteading? On this episode of the Thriving Farmer Podcast, Michael is joined by Amy Fewell, who is the visionary behind Homesteaders of America. As a published author, herbalist, and modern-day milkmaid, Amy nurtures her passion for self-sufficiency on her family’s farm in the Blue Ridge Mounta…
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How long do you think it takes to get a cow from grain fed to fully grass-fed? On this episode of the Thriving Farmer Podcast, Michael is joined by Tim Joseph, the pioneering founder of Maple Hill Creamery, the largest 100% regenerative, grass-fed organic dairy farm in the U.S. After leaving his corporate job, Tim positioned Maple Hill at the foref…
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What are the unique challenges of growing and milling your own grains? On this episode of the Thriving Farmer Podcast, Michael is joined by Alexis Dragovich, co-operator of Mud Run Farms in northeast Ohio. What started out as a 1st generation dairy farm has turned into a father daughter team working hard to make certified organic grains and fresh s…
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How does your local climate influence your agricultural decisions? On this episode of the Thriving Farmer Podcast, Michael is joined by Jodi Roebuck who is the trailblazing market gardener and mentor at Roebuck Farm in Taranaki, New Zealand. With over two decades of experience, Jodi guides fellow growers toward more economically viable farming prac…
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What unique challenges and rewards come with chestnut farming? On this episode of the Thriving Farmer Podcast, Michael is joined by Brad Russell of Chestnuts in the Ozarks in Omaha, Arkansas. Brad’s lifelong respect for nature along with his dedication to sustainable agriculture has guided him and his wife, Sandy, to revive and sustain the long-for…
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How do you take your homestead from beginner to profitable? On this episode of the Thriving Farmer Podcast, Michael is joined by Ann Accetta-Scott, a dedicated first-generation homesteader and the author behind "The Farm Girl's Guide to Preserving the Harvest." While managing her family farm in Middle Tennessee, Ann shares her journey from self-tau…
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Are you ready to take your vegetable farming to the next level? On this episode of the Thriving Farmer Podcast, Michael shares about this year’s Thriving Farmer Summit and this year is all about Vegetables. The Summit is a free event happening January 12-14th and features a lineup of expert speakers covering topics from fertilizer-free farming meth…
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Everything Stacked Against Him This 7 Year NFL Vet Made It Happen! (Brennan Scarlett) EP 14 🔥 Wanna learn directly from me? Join the Sneakerhead Academy VIP Mastermind here: https://dna-show.mykajabi.com/offers/qndmQSF2 Get my shoe containers. Use "DNASHOW" for 10% OFF 👉🏽 https://sneakerthrone.com/ FOLLOW BRENNAN HERE: IG: https://www.instagram.com…
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Do you take the time to reflect on the past year of your farm? On this episode of the Thriving Farmer Podcast, Michael is joined by his wife, Savannah. Together, they chat about how this past year went at their farm in Ohio called The Farm on Central. From building a farm store to strawberries and sourdough, they share the up's and down's of 2023. …
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What lessons can Southern gardeners learn from Melissa Smith's experience with dahlias? On this episode of the Thriving Farmer Podcast, Michael is joined by Melissa Smith of Fraylick Farm who is a passionate gardener, dahlia enthusiast, and experienced flower farmer. As a Clemson certified Master Gardener and a self-taught expert in the art of cut …
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NFL QB & Oregon Ducks Legend Shares Life After Football Making Changes In The Community (Joey Harrington) EP 13 NFL QB & Oregon Duck Legend Shares Life After Football | Joey Harrington | EP 13 🔥 Wanna learn directly from me? Join the Sneakerhead Academy VIP Mastermind here: https://dna-show.mykajabi.com/offers/qndmQSF2 FOLLOW JOEY HERE: IG: https:/…
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What can you learn from a food hub model of connecting local producers with chefs and consumers? On this episode of the Thriving Farmer Podcast, Michael is joined by Jeff Bednar, the innovative force behind Profound Foods in North Texas. Since 2014, Jeff and his wife, Lee, have been revolutionizing local food systems and specializing in hydroponic …
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How To Have A Greater Impact In Your Community! This MLB Pitcher Is More Than An Athlete! (Jeremy Guthrie) EP 12 🔥 Wanna learn directly from me? Join the Sneakerhead Academy VIP Mastermind here: https://dna-show.mykajabi.com/offers/qndmQSF2 Get my shoe containers. Use "DNASHOW" for 10% OFF 👉🏽 https://sneakerthrone.com/ FOLLOW TIM HERE: IG: https://…
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In what ways can transforming our front yards into edible landscapes impact our local food systems and communities? On this episode of the Thriving Farmer Podcast, Michael is joined by Laura Fernandez who is the visionary behind Front Yard Foods in South Carolina. Laura's journey began with a simple garden at the age of 12 and has blossomed into a …
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Over 1 Billion Views Online! Social Media Changed His Life Forever! (Legit Tim) EP 11 🔥 Wanna learn directly from me? Join the Sneakerhead Academy VIP Mastermind here: https://dna-show.mykajabi.com/offers/qndmQSF2 FOLLOW TIM HERE: IG: https://www.instagram.com/legittim/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@legittim YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Legi…
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Ever thought about shifting your farm to a U-Pick model? On this episode of the Thriving Farmer Podcast, Michael is diving into the world of agritourism with Megan Neubauer of Pure Land Farm located in McKinney, Texas. Megan literally wrote the book on pick-your-own farming and her farming journey offers invaluable insights into transforming local …
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Defining Success With Sneaker Philanthropy & Creating 22 Collabs With Nike | Suraj Kaufman | EP 10 🔥 Wanna learn directly from me? Join the Sneakerhead Academy VIP Mastermind here: https://dna-show.mykajabi.com/offers/qndmQSF2 FOLLOW STEVEN HERE: IG: https://www.instagram.com/therealsuraj201/ Sneaker Room: https://www.instagram.com/sneakerroom/ Sne…
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How does the concept of value-added thinking apply to both farming and our daily lives? On this episode of the Thriving Farmer Podcast, Michael is joined by Billy Bond, owner of Perma Pastures Farm, located in North Carolina. From hands-on workshops to online education, Billy and his family share their knowledge and love for permaculture. When he’s…
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Designing With Kanye West & Creating The Most ICONIC Sneakers With New Balance, Reebok, Adidas & Nike! A Sneaker God! (Steven Smith) EP 9 🔥 Wanna learn directly from me? Join the Sneakerhead Academy VIP Mastermind here: https://dna-show.mykajabi.com/offers/qndmQSF2 FOLLOW STEVEN HERE: IG: https://www.instagram.com/stevensmith/ NEW EPISODE EVERY SUN…
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What challenges and opportunities arise when starting a farm and retail venture from scratch? On this episode of the Thriving Farmer Podcast, Michael is joined by Jacob Towe of Jubilee Farms in Pauline, South Carolina. After helping with his family’s Christmas tree farm from an early age, Jacob launched his own regenerative farm as well as a local …
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Landing Her Dream Job Working With Michael Jordan, Serena Williams & More (Domonique Debnam) EP 8 🔥 Wanna learn directly from me? Join the Sneakerhead Academy VIP Mastermind here: https://dna-show.mykajabi.com/offers/qndmQSF2 FOLLOW DOMONIQUE HERE: IG: https://www.instagram.com/debradom/ NEW EPISODE EVERY SUNDAY AT 10AM PST LISTEN TO DNA SHOW PODCA…
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Is it the grass or the genetics that helps most with grass-fed dairy farming? On this episode of the Thriving Farmer Podcast, Michael is joined by Suzanne Karreman of Reverence Farms in North Carolina. Along with her veterinarian husband, Dr. Hubert, they run a 400-acre, 80-cow grass-fed dairy. Their farm is a thriving polyculture where animals are…
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Flipping Sneakers To Helping Buy Over $22M In Real Estate | Jaques Montgomery | EP 7 🔥 Wanna learn directly from me? Join the Sneakerhead Academy VIP Mastermind here: https://dna-show.mykajabi.com/offers/qndmQSF2 FOLLOW JAQUES HERE: IG: https://www.instagram.com/bbs_jq/ NEW EPISODE EVERY SUNDAY AT 10AM PST LISTEN TO DNA SHOW PODCAST HERE: https://w…
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Do you know what all goes into garlic growing? On this episode of the Thriving Farmer Podcast, Michael is joined by Julie Olberding of Rustic Roots Farm in Alexandria, Minnesota. Their farm balances natural resources with a blend of innovative techniques and traditional methods to produce the highest quality products for their customers. They speci…
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Designing The Most Iconic Nike Sneakers For LeBron, Pippen, KG, Serena & More! Plans To Live To 110 Years Old (Aaron Cooper) EP 6 🔥 Wanna learn directly from me? Join the Sneakerhead Academy VIP Mastermind here: https://dna-show.mykajabi.com/offers/qndmQSF2 FOLLOW AARON HERE: IG: https://www.instagram.com/aaron.ac.cooper/ NEW EPISODE EVERY SUNDAY A…
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What are ways you can get involved in your local community? On this episode of the Thriving Farmer Podcast, Michael is joined by Tim and Sophia Eng who are both first-generation Asian American farmers who left their Silicon Valley careers to start a 5-acre micro farm in northeast Tennessee. Tim is a homestead-focused realtor and Sophia is the autho…
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Building A $10,000,000 Real Estate Portfolio At 30 Years Old While Defying The Odds (Antoine Dean) EP 5 🔥 Wanna learn directly from me? Join the Sneakerhead Academy VIP Mastermind here: https://dna-show.mykajabi.com/offers/qndmQSF2 FOLLOW DEE HERE: IG: https://www.instagram.com/antoinejdean/ NEW EPISODE EVERY SUNDAY AT 10AM PST LISTEN TO DNA SHOW P…
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Can going back to more sustainable ways be the key to modern beekeeping success? On this episode of the Thriving Farmer Podcast, Michael is joined by Adam Martin of Bee Kept Farm in middle Tennessee. Along with his wife, Leslie, Adam got into beekeeping using commonly taught methods. After an unsuccessful first year, they decided to think “outside …
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Can “regenerative filmmaking” help with our current agricultural challenges? On this episode of the Thriving Farmer Podcast, Michael is joined by Josh and Rebecca Tickell who are the filmmakers of the recently released documentary Common Ground. This highly anticipated follow-up to their first film Kiss the Ground is an urgent call to action and of…
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Homeless Sleeping In His Car To Becoming A Self Make Entrepreneur Darrin Willingham Sr | EP 3 🔥 Wanna learn directly from me? Join the Sneakerhead Academy VIP Mastermind here: https://dna-show.mykajabi.com/offers/qndmQSF2 FOLLOW MY DAD HERE: YouTube: @bigdea570 IG: https://www.instagram.com/willinghamsr.darrin/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@usebi…
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How do you keep productivity up on your farm? On this episode of the Thriving Farmer Podcast, Michael is joined by John Arbuckle of Singing Pastures Farm. Along with a network of farm partners, John and his family raise heritage breed pigs in the grassy fields of coastal Maine. Hear more about the day-to-day operations and decisions behind this sus…
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Turning $160M Into $1.2B With Jordan Brand And Then Started His Own Company “CODE” To Help Change The World! Gentry Humphrey | DNA SHOW PODCAST EP 2 FOLLOW GENTRY HUMPHREY IG: https://www.instagram.com/gentrytwo3/ CODE BY GENTRY https://codebygentry.com/ 🔥 Wanna learn directly from me? Join the Sneakerhead Academy VIP Mastermind here: https://dna-s…
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What are the challenges and rewards of transitioning a hobby into a thriving business? On this episode of the Thriving Farmer Podcast, Michael is joined by Craig Odem who runs a retail nursery in northwest Alabama. Starting with just a few dozen plants six years ago, Craig and his family have taken their business to a full-scale production and prop…
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He Quit Working At Nike To Become A Millionaire Starting An Agency & Investing In Real Estate (Henry Organ) DNA SHOW Podcast EP 1 BUY HENRY'S BOOK HERE: https://amplifypublishinggroup.com/product/nonfiction/business-and-finance/general-business-and-finance/the-informational-interview-playbook/ Henry Organ On Social Media Instagram: https://www.inst…
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Could you embrace the "Reverse Pioneer" Lifestyle? On this episode of the Thriving Farmer Podcast, Michael is joined by Jill Winger, The Homestead Mentor of The Prairie Homestead. Jill has taught thousands of people how to cook nourishing homemade meals, grow food in their backyards, and find joy in a simpler, slower life. Her new book Old Fashione…
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Has the quality of food you’ve consumed ever affected your health? On this episode of the Thriving Farmer Podcast, we’re joined by Taylor Ayers, co-owner of Ayers Valley Farm located in Russellville, OH. After experiencing health issues that no doctor could pinpoint, Taylor, and her husband Josh, started digging deeper into how their food was raise…
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Want more access to local meat? We need your help! On this special time-sensitive episode of the Thriving Farmer Podcast, Michael is joined by Pete Kennedy of the Weston A. Price Foundation. Pete is sharing about the Prime Act which is an important piece of legislation that will empower states to decide their meat inspection protocols. The ultimate…
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Is there really a way to make sourdough simple? On this episode of the Thriving Farmer Podcast, Michael is joined by his wife, Savannah, to talk all about sourdough at The Farm on Central. The Farm on Central is a small family farm located in Carlisle, Ohio and provides the community with a wide array of vegetables, meats, and horticultural product…
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How can land trusts support the next generation of farmers? On this episode of the Thriving Farmer Podcast, we’re joined by Susan Koehler and Nathan Boone. Susan is the Farmland Preservation Program Manager for the Northwest Arkansas Land Trust. She is working alongside Nathan who is a seasoned organic farmer and agricultural consultant. Together, …
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How much do you know about mechanical weeding? On this episode of the Thriving Farmer Podcast, we’re joined by Sam Oschwald Tilton who is the organizer of the upcoming Midwest Mechanical Weed Control Field Day in Ohio. After earning his Master’s degree in Horticulture from Michigan State, Sam has worked many roles in vegetable farming from tool dev…
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How do business acumen and regenerative farming practices shape tomorrow's agriculture? On this episode of the Thriving Farmer Podcast, we’re joined by Alex Miller who is the CEO and Chairman of the Board of Lick Skillet Farm in East Tennessee. Alex is a seventh-generation farmer and a chaired professor of Business at the University of Tennessee. A…
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