Best ANFE Podcasts (2026)

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Coach Lisa Bluder talks leadership and resilience 33:58

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Welcome to Episode 207 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. In this episode, legendary Iowa Hawkeye women's basketball coach Lisa Bluder shares her advice for leaders. Later in the episode, you'll meet two young Iowa entrepreneurs who recently earned national recognition for their innovative ag businesses. Resources Mentioned in this Episode Learn more…

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'Batch and build' conservation progress and national policy analysis 37:36

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Welcome to Episode 206 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. In this episode, Heartland Co-op Conservation Manager and agronomist Ruth McCabe shares the "batch and build" process that's helping Iowa farmers quickly install edge-of-field practices to filter nitrates from water. And ag policy expert Mary Kay Thatcher offers her outlook on farm policy in 2…

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Three young farmers share leadership lessons: Part 3, Blake Anderson 25:21

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Welcome to Episode 205 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast, which is also Part 3 of our special three-part series with three farmers who are receiving Iowa Farm Bureau's 2025 Young Farmer Leadership Award: Devon Murray of Floyd County, Randy Francois of Buchanan County and Blake Anderson of Adams County. Part 1 (released December 8) features Devon Murr…

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Three young farmers share leadership lessons: Part 2, Randy Francois 24:07

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Welcome to Episode 204 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast, which is also Part 2 of our special three-part series with three farmers who are receiving Iowa Farm Bureau's 2025 Young Farmer Leadership Award: Devon Murray of Floyd County, Randy Francois of Buchanan County and Blake Anderson of Adams County. Part 1 (released December 8) features Devon Murr…

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Three young farmers share leadership lessons: Part 1, Devon Murray 24:03

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Welcome to Episode 203 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast, which is also Part 1 of our special three-part series with three farmers who are receiving Iowa Farm Bureau's 2025 Young Farmer Leadership Award: Devon Murray of Floyd County, Randy Francois of Buchanan County and Blake Anderson of Adams County. Part 1 (released December 8) features Devon Murr…

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Ag insights from retiring Iowa State University President Wendy Wintersteen 43:27

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Welcome to Episode 202 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. In this episode, retiring Iowa State University President Wendy Wintersteen shares her career highlights and discusses future opportunities and challenges facing agriculture and ISU. And Terrian ag economist Matt Erickson offers his thoughts on the U.S. economy. Resources Mentioned in this Epi…

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Sizing up trade and beef markets 36:52

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Welcome to Episode 201 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. In this episode, Iowa Farm Bureau President Brent Johnson shares trade conversations he and other Iowa Farm Bureau leaders are initiating in Washington D.C. and around the globe. And Kansas State University economist Dr. Glynn Tonsor offers a clear-eyed look at beef markets. Resources Mentione…

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Expert tips for working with landlords 44:24

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Welcome to Episode 200 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. In this episode, we share expert tips for strengthening the communication between farmers and their landlords. Erin Herbold-Swalwell, a Farm Bureau attorney with extensive experience in farm succession and landowner relations, and Catherine DeLong, an ISU Extension professional who specializes…

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40 years of ANF: Stories from Hayden Fry, Chuck Long and other Iowa Hawkeye legends 33:44

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Welcome to Episode 199 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. In this episode, we reflect on the 40th anniversary of ANF (America Needs Farmers) at the University of Iowa, with stories from Iowa Hawkeye football legends Hayden Fry, Chuck Long, Chad Greenway, Marshal Yanda, Aaron Kampman, Bryan Bulaga, Bruce Nelson and Micah Hyde. Resources Mentioned in t…

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Analyzing U.S. farm income 24:31

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Welcome to Episode 198 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. In this episode, American Farm Bureau economist Faith Parum analyzes USDA's most recent forecast of net farm income, and we introduce you to the new chair of Iowa Farm Bureau's Young Farmer Advisory Committee, Michael McEnany. Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Read and subscribe to American…

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Need extra grain storage this fall? Grain bagging might be an answer 35:26

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Welcome to Episode 197 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. In this episode, we explore a grain bagging system that could be a solution for some farmers facing logistical challenges or inadequate grain storage. We also sit down with Iowa's 2025 Conservation Farmer of the Year. Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Learn more about grain bagging systems …

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A market outlook for harvest season 31:58

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Welcome to Episode 196 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. In this episode, Iowa Farm Bureau's in-house ag economics experts (Zach Brummer and Dr. Christopher Pudenz) share their analysis of crop and livestock markets heading into harvest season. Resources Mentioned in this Episode: View recorded educational webinars for farmers and watch for more upc…

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A harvest weather forecast and reasons to be optimistic about domestic demand for soybeans 42:50

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Welcome to Episode 195 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. In this episode, Iowa's State Climatologist, Dr. Justin Glisan, analyzes Iowa's wet summer and forecasts what farmers can expect for precipitation in the late summer and fall. And Dr. Scott Gerlt, chief economist for the American Soybean Association, talks about efforts to boost the domestic d…

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How the One Big Beautiful Bill impacts agriculture 30:58

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Welcome to Episode 194 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. In this episode, American Farm Bureau economist Danny Munch shares what's in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act for agriculture, including updated risk management programs, tax provisions and more. Later in the episode, we share what Iowa Farm Bureau will offer those who visit us at the 2025 Iowa …

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Diving into water quality 40:13

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Welcome to Episode 193 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. Central Iowa's water quality challenges are making headlines. In this episode, we discuss those challenges and the progress that's being made in protecting water quality with Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig and Iowa State University researcher Dr. Mike Castellano. Resources mentioned i…

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Americans 'taste what pork can do' and ISU experiments with farming under solar panels 40:17

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Welcome to Episode 192 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. In this episode, we hear how the National Pork Board developed its new "taste what pork can do" campaign to increase U.S. consumption. We also learn how Iowa State University and Alliant Energy are partnering to grow fruit, vegetables, and pollinator habitat under solar panels. Resources Menti…

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EU overregulation rattles European farmers 26:24

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Welcome to Episode 191 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. In this episode, we share a new study on the factors influencing Iowa grocery shoppers' purchasing decisions, who those shoppers trust for information about food and farming, and more. We also hear what 25 Iowa Farm Bureau members learned while recently touring Belgium and the Netherlands to e…

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Fresh analysis of meat consumption and farmland values 34:12

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Welcome to Episode 190 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. In this episode, we chat with Iowa State University's resident expert on farmland values, economist Dr. Rabail Chandio. We also explore new research on Americans' meat purchasing habits, with Rick Stein, who's the Vice President of Fresh Foods for The Food Industry Association. Resource Mentio…

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They raise what?! Kiko goats and other unique farming opportunities 37:27

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Welcome to Episode 189 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. In this episode, we discuss learning opportunities, promotion, and funding available to Iowa farmers who grow specialty crops and livestock, through Choose Iowa and Iowa Farm Bureau programs. We also talk with Adam Ledvina, a young Tama County Farm Bureau member who raises Kiko goats for weed …

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Divine Interventions with Karoleen Fober 38:55

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In this powerful and soul-stirring episode of Cosmic Chats, I sit down with Karoleen Fober—author, intuitive coach, and spiritual guide—whose life has been touched by over 450 divine interventions. Her award-winning book Opening to Divine Intervention isn't just a memoir; it’s a portal to activating your own intuitive gifts. Karoleen Fober shares t…

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Doing more with less: Technology to maximize your herbicide efficiency 35:50

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Welcome to Episode 188 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. In this episode, we talk with Farm Rescue about services they offer farm families facing crises, including illness, injury, and natural disasters. And Ben Covington, the chief test engineer for Iowa State University's Digital Ag Innovation Lab, shares what he's seeing as he tests the latest pr…

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"In the weeds" analysis of herbicide rules and the farm economy 33:51

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Welcome to Episode 187 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. In this episode, Iowa State University Extension weed specialist Dr. Wesley Everman helps farmers navigate changing herbicide requirements, and economist Dr. John Newton offers his thoughts on the current farm economy. Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Contact ISU Extension weed specialist …

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What's next for U.S. ag policy? A conversation with President Brent Johnson 41:38

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Welcome to Episode 186 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. In this episode, Iowa Farm Bureau President Brent Johnson shares recent policy conversations he has had with new U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins and national lawmakers. And Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig discusses Iowa's conservation and water quality progress ahead of Ea…

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From Spectator to Creator 52:16

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Yael Lichaa takes us into a parallel reality where we are free of our limitations and connected to our True Essence. Hear how she teaches kids and adults alike how to connect with their Inner Creator and how that affords us the greatest freedom in this world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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A planting forecast and a roadmap for farm succession planning 35:34

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Welcome to Episode 185 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. In this episode, Iowa's State Climatologist, Dr. Justin Glisan, reveals his weather outlook for spring planting and beyond. Later, Amanda Van Steenwyk (who leads Iowa Farm Bureau's farm succession planning program, Take Root) and farm succession planning attorney Erin Herbold-Swalwell share th…

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The future of the global ag economy 48:09

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Welcome to Episode 184 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. In this episode, Iowa Farm Bureau's Dr. Christopher Pudenz and Zach Brummer share their outlook for crop and livestock markets, and Todd Thurman (an ag futurist and swine consultant with 25 years of international agriculture experience) predicts the future of the global ag economy. Resources M…

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A Conversation with Communication Strategist anf Author, Richard Greene 56:10

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In this episode, I have the honor to interview one of the world’s top communication strategists, Richard Greene @thecivicsdean who has worked with individuals of such major impact as Tony Robbins and Princess Diana.My mind and heart and being feel elevated through the consciousness and energy shared. To learn more from Richard check out his classes…

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Optimize your crop insurance coverage and fertilizer application in 2025 27:26

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Welcome to Episode 183 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. In this episode, Farm Bureau Financial Services regional crop consultant Angie Horn walks farmers through their crop insurance options, and Melissa Miller of the Iowa Nitrogen Initiative shares a new online tool to help farmers calculate their optimum nitrogen application rates. Resources Ment…

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What Riches Lie Dormant within You? 58:06

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It was a pleasure to welcome life coach and entrepreneur Camille Lorenzetti @alivecoaching.co to the Cosmic Chats. Listen and find an awareness of YOUR own connection to your eternal Essence while living in the beauty and juiciness of this reality we call life. This is a great conversation for anyone who is interested in navigating our current time…

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How @IowaDairyFarmer (Dan Venteicher) reaches millions on social media 39:08

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Welcome to Episode 182 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. In this episode, we speak with three Iowa farmers who are carving unique paths in agriculture: Meredith Nunnikhoven, who runs a farm and floristry business in Mahaska County, called Barnswallow Flowers. Lillie Beringer-Crock, who sells her family's beef and a variety of other locally-produced …

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AI, technology and the future of farming 45:08

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Welcome to Episode 181 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. In this episode, futurist Jack Uldrich and Iowa State University ag innovation professor Matt Darr share their thoughts on artificial intelligence (AI), technology and the future of farming. Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Learn more about the Digital Ag Innovation Lab at Iowa State Unive…

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State legislative priorities and two new programs for livestock farmers 31:46

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Welcome to Episode 180 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. In this episode, we share Iowa Farm Bureau's priorities for the 2025 state legislative session, a new program that helps aspiring and beginning farmers get started with livestock, and a new program to help address the critical shortage of veterinarians in rural Iowa. Resources Mentioned in thi…

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How to overcome adversity in 2025 39:32

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Welcome to Episode 179 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. In this episode, Iowa Farm Bureau President Brent Johnson discusses agriculture's challenges and opportunities in 2025, and motivational speaker John O'Leary shares the inspiring story of how he overcame seemingly impossible odds (surviving burns on 100% of his body, when doctors gave him a 1%…

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Prepare for 2025: Economic insights and national policy priorities 24:10

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Welcome to Episode 178 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. In this episode, economist and Vice President of Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Dr. Jason Henderson analyzes the current macro economy and offers farmers insights for 2025. Later in the episode, American Farm Bureau President Zippy Duvall shares agriculture's national policy prio…

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Three up-and-coming farm leaders: Part 3, James Hepp 23:30

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Welcome to Episode 177 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast, which is also Part 3 of our special three-part series with three farmers who are receiving Iowa Farm Bureau's 2024 Young Farmer Leadership Award: Nate Hofmann of Linn County, Kaitlyn Porter of Franklin County, and James Hepp of Calhoun County. Part 1 (released December 2) features Nate Hofmann…

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Three up-and-coming farm leaders: Part 2, Kaitlyn Porter 23:25

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Welcome to Episode 176 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast, which is also Part 2 of our special three-part series with three farmers who are receiving Iowa Farm Bureau's 2024 Young Farmer Leadership Award: Nate Hofmann of Linn County, Kaitlyn Porter of Franklin County, and James Hepp of Calhoun County. Part 1 (released December 2) features Nate Hofmann…

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141. Redefining Power: 8 Steps to Embrace Your Inner Strength 38:32

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What is the most significant mindset shift you’ve had to make to step into your own power? The "Women & Power," series aimed to challenge the beliefs around power and encourage women to redefine it on their terms. In this inspiring episode of Leading with Power & Purpose, host Sabine Gedeon reflects on the recently concluded 17-week Women in Power …

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Three up-and-coming farm leaders: Part 1, Nate Hofmann 22:42

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Welcome to Episode 175 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast, which is also Part 1 of our special three-part series with three farmers who are receiving Iowa Farm Bureau's 2024 Young Farmer Leadership Award: Nate Hofmann of Linn County, Kaitlyn Porter of Franklin County, and James Hepp of Calhoun County. Part 1 (released December 2) features Nate Hofmann…

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140. The Power of Networking in Growing Your Personal Brand and Community 33:17

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Are you deliberate about being in and creating environments where people can succeed together? Purposeful networking and community-building are more than just making connections—they involve providing value, support, and encouragement to others. In this episode of the Leading with Power & Purpose Podcast, Sabine speaks with Marianne Matarese. Maria…

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139. Building a People-First Culture Through Shared Power 46:32

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Can true leadership thrive without sacrificing authority for empathy and collaboration? By prioritizing soft skills like empathy and communication, leaders can drive accountability, foster success, and build a people-first culture that challenges traditional leadership norms. In this episode of the Leading with Power & Purpose Podcast, Sabine speak…

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Navigating your farm income taxes and exploring Europe's climate policies 32:32

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Welcome to Episode 174 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. In this episode, the director of Iowa State University's Center for Agricultural Law and Taxation offers farmers tips for strategically managing their income taxes and reminds farmers of a new federal law with costly consequences. Later in the episode, Iowa Farm Bureau economist Dr. Christophe…

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138. The Transformative Power of Adversity in Building Resilient Leaders 46:17

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Do you believe that adversity can reveal a person's true character? Challenges often peel back the layers we put on in everyday life. Whether it's dealing with personal loss, facing setbacks at work, or navigating unexpected crises, these tough times force us to look inward and reflect on who we truly are. In this episode of the Leading with Power …

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137. Transforming Traditional Power Structures Through Authentic Leadership 30:27

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Can authentic leadership truly thrive in organizations with traditional power structures? For authenticity to make a genuine impact, organizations must embrace change and welcome diverse voices and shared power. In this episode of the Leading with Power & Purpose Podcast, Sabine speaks with Kendra Puryear about embracing authenticity to influence p…

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Farm marketing and branding tips, from an award-winning marketing agency 41:18

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Welcome to Episode 173 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. In this episode, we cover the wide range of programs and services Iowa Farm Bureau offers farmers and rural entrepreneurs who want to diversify their businesses or take them to the next level. We also share some helpful tips farms and small ag businesses can use to create their own standout br…

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136. Navigating Your Transition From Team Member to Team Leader 37:56

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Are you ready to transition from being “one of the team” to becoming the leader of the team? Making the leap from team member to team leader can feel like entering a whole new world—where your responsibilities, relationships, and even your identity within the organization change dramatically. In this episode of the Leading with Power & Purpose Podc…

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135. Breaking Barriers: How to Stop Being the Best Kept Secret 39:18

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Are traditional definitions of corporate success appropriate for Black women, or do they need to be redefined to reflect diverse experiences? Too often, Black women encounter unique challenges in corporate spaces that limit their growth—ranging from external barriers to internal struggles like impostor syndrome. In this episode of the Leading with …

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Important reminders for livestock farmers and a conversation with young farm leader Zac Preston 26:17

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Welcome to Episode 172 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. In this episode, Brian Waddingham of the Coalition to Support Iowa's Farmers shares timely reminders for livestock farmers who may face DNR or EPA inspections. Later in the episode, we chat with Zac Preston, a young farmer from Warren County who's helping create opportunities for his peers acr…

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134. Driving Leadership Success through Community Engagement and Connection 44:04

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What if the secret to becoming a more effective leader lies in the strength of your community? Leaders who prioritize community engagement discover that their connections not only enhance their influence but also drive overall success. In this episode of the Leading with Power & Purpose podcast, Sabine speaks with Kathleen Booth about her unique ca…

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133. How to Create a Career Roadmap for Success and Advancement 37:01

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Are you ready to quiet your inner critic and improve how you communicate in professional situations? With the right preparation and a shift in mindset, you can develop the confidence needed to advance your career. In this episode of the Leading with Power & Purpose podcast, Sabine speaks with Rosie Zilinskas about empowering women to build confiden…

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Tips from Iowa's 2024 Conservation Farmers of the Year 26:51

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Welcome to Episode 171 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. In this episode, Story County brothers Jason and John Maxwell share the journey that led to them becoming Iowa's 2024 Conservation Farmers of the Year. Later in the episode, Iowa State University Extension behavioral health expert Dr. David Brown reminds farmers of steps they should take to ca…