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Sharing Stories That Connect Communities with Kass Patterson
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44:40On this week's episode of The Rural Woman Podcast™, you'll meet Kass Patterson. Kass is a broadcaster and storyteller who has spent her career sharing community voices and offering a behind-the-scenes look at the world of chuckwagon racing with the World Professional Chuckwagon Association since 2019. Passionate about mental health and the healing …
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The Power of Storytelling in Agriculture with Chelsea Finn
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50:54On this week's episode of The Rural Woman Podcast™, you'll meet Chelsea Finn. Chelsea is a brand strategist and graphic designer who partners with women-led, land-based businesses to craft compelling brand stories and build a strong digital presence. With experience spanning global brands and hands-on farm life, she provides clear, actionable strat…
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Weathering the Challenges of Ranching with Leah Peterson
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1:00:53On this week's episode of The Rural Woman Podcast™, you'll meet Leah Peterson. Leah is a fifth-generation rancher from Northeast Custer County, Nebraska, and founder of Clear Creek Ranch Mom, a community supporting farmers and ranchers with encouragement, resources, and humor. She is passionate about helping families transition operations to the ne…
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Building an Equine Rehab Facility with Hilary Blanchette
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48:51On this week's episode of The Rural Woman Podcast™, you'll meet Hilary Blanchette. Hilary, a third-generation rancher and owner of Holsom Equine, grew up learning the hard work and perseverance required to run a ranch. With a clear vision and business plan, she turned her passion for horses into a thriving equine rehabilitation and conditioning cen…
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Redefining Success and Self-Worth in Agriculture with Lori Kinnee
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45:09On this week's episode of The Rural Woman Podcast™, you'll meet Lori Kinnee. Lori, a fourth-generation rancher and former corporate finance professional, returned to her family ranch to blend tradition with forward-thinking practices. Through RancHer by Lori, she mentors women in agriculture, helping them reclaim energy, balance their lives, and le…
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Sharing the People and Places Behind the Agricultural Industry with Kirbe Schnoor (Dirt Diaries Podcast)
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43:08On this week's episode of The Rural Woman Podcast™, you'll meet Kirbe Schnoor. Raised on her family’s almond farm in California, Kirbe is passionate about educating audiences on agriculture and livestock—from where our food comes from to the people behind it. After college, she moved to Texas to work for Superior Livestock Auction, later becoming R…
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The Rewards and Realities of Rural Entrepreneurship with Kay Isbell
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31:48On this week's episode of The Rural Woman Podcast™, you'll meet Kay Isbell. Kay is a small business owner and entrepreneur. She owns and operates an event rental company, operates a direct-to-consumer beef company and had a short stint as a coffee shop owner. She believes in strong local communities and would like to encourage other women to be bus…
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Balancing Farming, Family, and Female Leadership with Alexandra Brochu
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42:02On this week's episode of The Rural Woman Podcast™, you'll meet Alexandra Brochu. Alex, a grain and flower farmher in Northern Alberta's Peace Country, runs a successful floral business alongside her farming operations. As part of The Northern Rural Chicks committee, she empowers women in agriculture through events, workshops, and markets focused o…
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The Beauty and Boundaries of Agritourism with Victoria Robinson
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45:23On this week's episode of The Rural Woman Podcast™, you'll meet Victoria Robinson. Victoria is a first generation farmer who hosts on farm events and experiences with her small herd of Highland cattle. She is a solopreneur who is on a mission to give her community access to agriculture since she understands just how hard it is to start from scratch…
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Maybe You Can Relate: The One About the Game of Harvest
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13:27On this episode of Maybe You Can Relate I’ll be speaking about my summer updates, the ups and downs of harvest, and what it really takes to keep the crew fed. I’ll chat about teamwork, gratitude, and how the changing seasons (and my role on the farm) keep life interesting. To hear the full episode, head on over to Patreon.com and join the Patreon C…
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Part 2: Coaching the Next Generation of Agriculture with Kacee Bohle
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45:29On this week's episode of The Rural Woman Podcast™, you'll meet Kacee Bohle. Kacee Bohle, founder and CEO of AGRIMINDS®️, empowers agricultural professionals to achieve balance, prevent burnout, and grow with intention through personalized coaching and practical strategies. Raised on a 4th-generation Indiana farm, Kacee combines her deep-rooted und…
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Part 1: Coaching the Next Generation of Agriculture with Kacee Bohle
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54:42On this week's episode of The Rural Woman Podcast™, you'll meet Kacee Bohle. Kacee, founder and CEO of AGRIMINDS®️, empowers agricultural professionals to achieve balance, prevent burnout, and grow with intention through personalized coaching and practical strategies. Raised on a 4th-generation Indiana farm, Kacee combines her deep-rooted understan…
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Lessons from Leaving—and Coming Back with Lindsay Kozakevich
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51:51On this week's episode of The Rural Woman Podcast™, you'll meet Lindsay Kozakevich. Lindsay is a 3rd generation farmer in NE Alberta who returned to her roots after nearly 15 years in the machining trade and overcoming challenges in male-dominated fields. From raising her first bottle-fed calf to running her own herd and reigniting her passion for …
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Advancing Women in Agriculture Conference West 2025: Mini Interviews Part 2
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46:45On this week's episode of The Rural Woman Podcast™, you'll meet Sylvia VonGunten, Mallory Kaiser, Cynthia Zhang, Gail Cunningham, Eva Mutua, Roxy Braun, Shawnee Hrabec, Heather Zurel, and Julie-Anne Warner. This week on The Rural Woman Podcast, I’m excited to share Part 2 of this special two-part series. Back in March, I had the honour of attending…
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Advancing Women in Agriculture Conference West 2025: Mini Interviews Part 1
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46:17On this week's episode of The Rural Woman Podcast™, you'll meet Sonia Navvuru, Sonika Pariyar, Patti Durand, Carly Hilbert, Lacey Drozdowich, Monika Robertson, Brittany Sigfusson, Desaray Skretting and Jessica Larsen. I’m excited to share Part 1 of a special two-part series. Back in March, I had the honour of attending the Advancing Women in Agricu…
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From Fields to First Aid: Ensuring Emergency Preparedness on the Farm with Katie Hammock
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51:26On this week's episode of The Rural Woman Podcast™, you'll meet Katie Hammock. Katie is a rural ER nurse with deep roots in the dairy farming community, combining her medical expertise and firsthand farm experience to deliver powerful farm safety workshops. Her mission is to help prevent accidents and protect farming families through practical know…
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Motherhood and Modern Ranching with Bailey Koch
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39:56On this week's episode of The Rural Woman Podcast™, you'll meet Bailey Koch. Bailey is a 4th generation Farmer and rancher from northern Colorado. She, along with her sister, are working to take over their family’s operation. She is a new mom to 7 month old baby, Colter and he loves getting to tag along to all things around the ranch (skipping naps…
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Featured Episode: Flower Farming in Alberta’s Mighty Peace Country with Michelle Gnam
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35:48On this week's episode of The Rural Woman Podcast™, you'll meet Michelle Gnam. Michelle is a greenhouse grower, flower farmer, and community builder based in Fairview, Alberta. After six years in the oil and gas industry, Michelle followed her instincts back to her hometown in the Mighty Peace Region to build something beautiful—literally. For full…
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Navigating Change: Relocating and Adapting Ranching Practices with Erika Stewart
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45:41On this week's episode of The Rural Woman Podcast™, you'll meet Erika Stewart. Erika Stewart alongside her husband Cyle and their 3 daughters, operate Pine Ranch in Morse SK, where they run a commercial cow/calf operation and grass yearlings. They are constantly looking at ways to learn and improve production practices. Soil health, cattle nutritio…
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The Complexities of Transitioning into Agriculture with Lauren Koster
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49:47On this week's episode of The Rural Woman Podcast™, you'll meet Lauren Koster. A city girl turned dairy farm life enthusiast, who never dreamed she'd find herself running a farm and homeschooling three kids. Lauren had never stepped foot on a dairy farm before meeting her now-husband, Eddy. Nearly 10 years later, they’re raising 60 cows, three kids…
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Navigating Farm Marketing in a Changing Industry with Lexi Wright
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46:09On this week's episode of The Rural Woman Podcast™, you'll meet Lexi Wright. Lexi is a beginning farmer turned 6th generation when she and her husband purchased the family farm. She enjoys working with food and Ag businesses on their marketing, experimenting cooking from scratch, raising their farm kids in wide open spaces, and having deep conversa…
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Building Confidence Through Livestock and Literature with Sequoyah Branham
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35:24On this week's episode of The Rural Woman Podcast™, you'll meet Sequoyah Branham. Sequoyah Branham is passionate about sharing the beauty and heartbreak of ranching. Working on ranches across Texas gives her a wide variety of experiences to draw inspiration from for her characters and the obstacles they face. She enjoys long days in the saddle with…
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Maybe You Can Relate: The One About Navigating Change
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7:34On this episode of Maybe You Can Relate, I’ll be speaking about the complexities of navigating personal and professional changes in rural life—sharing candid insights into my own experiences on the farm, embracing change, and finding resilience in the midst of life’s challenges. To hear the full episode, head on over to Patreon.com and join the Pat…
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Finding Success and Purpose Through Ranching and Horses with Kailey Hood
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1:00:29On this week's episode of The Rural Woman Podcast™, you'll meet Kailey Hood. Kailey Hood, a Montana cowgirl, owns Hoods Western Adventures in Alberton, Montana. The ranch offers trail rides, horseback riding lessons, events, hay production, cattle raising, and a "horse hotel" for travelling horses. Kailey runs the ranch with her husband Owen and th…
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Protecting Family Farms Through Safety Education with Robin Anderson
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50:59On this week's episode of The Rural Woman Podcast™, you'll meet Robin Anderson. Robin Anderson, raised on a farm in south-central Saskatchewan, discovered her passion for farm safety early, becoming a youth ambassador with the Saskatchewan Safety Council’s Power Pac Program. After university, she advanced her advocacy by working as a Farm Safety Co…
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On this week's episode of The Rural Woman Podcast™, you'll meet Sam Haley. Sam Haley grew up on a blueberry farm in rural Nova Scotia before earning a Plant Science degree and transitioning from conventional chemical controls to biological ones. While pregnant during the pandemic, she started a llama farm, using their manure for gardening. Now, she…
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In this episode of Maybe You Can Relate, I’m exploring the power of emotional safety and its vital role in building genuine connections. Through authenticity and vulnerability, we can create spaces for open communication—both in our personal relationships and within our broader community. From navigating the complexities of modern relationships to …
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Mules, Oxen, and the Future of Farming with Madeline Pranaitis
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51:57On this week's episode of The Rural Woman Podcast™, you'll meet Madeline Pranaitis. Madeline is a first-generation farmer from Connecticut with a passion for animals, sparked by childhood visits to her aunt’s farm. She earned a degree in livestock and draft power, gaining experience with draft horses and oxen. Now in upstate New York, Madeline mana…
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The Future Leader - The Successor's Guide to Family Business Leadership with Patti Durand
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45:55On this week's episode of The Rural Woman Podcast™, you'll meet Patti Durand. A 27 year PAg, with a background in entrepreneurship and finance, Patti has guided hundreds of Canadian farm business families to confidently navigate the paths of transition decision making. As a dynamic speaker and workshop leader, Patti aims to provide relatable, actio…
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Featured Episode: The Intersection of Agriculture and Renewable Energy with Laurie Mazer
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43:45On this week's episode of The Rural Woman Podcast™, you'll meet Laurie Mazer. Laurie Mazer is an experienced founder and entrepreneur with a 20 year history of developing solar and wind projects of every size and scale, in every corner of the US. She also helps her clients to provide mentorship of their growing teams and to develop successful wind …
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In this episode of Maybe You Can Relate, I’m reflecting on my journey with The Rural Woman Podcast as we celebrate its sixth anniversary! I’ll be sharing some personal updates, including recent family losses and changes in my health, before diving into the bigger conversation about quitting. I’m emphasizing the importance of surrounding yourself wi…
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A Look Back: Inspiring Stories from Rural Women Part 17
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44:15Join us for another special episode as we celebrate the remarkable women who have graciously shared their stories. In this throwback episode, we’ll revisit some of the inspiring moments from The Rural Woman Podcast. We’re shining a spotlight on the incredible, resilient women who are making a difference in agriculture. This episode features: Sherri…
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Balancing Beef Pricing for Affordability and Profit with Ashley Perepelkin
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46:39On this week's episode of The Rural Woman Podcast™, you'll meet Ashley Perepelkin. Ashley is a businesswoman, farmer and entrepreneur! Being born and raised in the city, the rural life wasn’t something she thought would be on her bingo card but here we are! She has successfully made the transition from urban to rural living by running and operating…
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Market Demands and Value-Added Products with Tina Gokstorp
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45:57On this week's episode of The Rural Woman Podcast™, you'll meet Tina Gokstorp. Tina Gokstorp, founder of Good Food Farms, is an award-winning entrepreneur dedicated to regenerative farming and creating socially responsible farm-to-table products. With a focus on high-quality pastured chicken items, she advocates for more women and diversity in agri…
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Maybe You Can Relate: The One Where Things Don't Go As Planned
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7:14On this episode of Maybe You Can Relate, I’ll be speaking about my life on the farm, sharing both the good and the tough times, while focusing on the importance of being real and connecting with others. I also share a story about supporting a friend through mental health struggles, encouraging open conversations and reminding everyone they're not a…
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A Look Back: Inspiring Stories from Rural Women Part 16
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37:28Join us again for another special episode as we celebrate 5 years of The Rural Woman Podcast!! We are taking a look back and revisiting some of the stories that have been shared on The Rural Woman Podcast. In these throwback episodes, we will be highlighting these incredible, resilient women in agriculture. On this week's episode of The Rural Woman…
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The Evolution of Muskox Farming in the Alaskan Landscape with Alyssa Allen
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49:38On this week's episode of The Rural Woman Podcast™, you'll meet Alyssa Allen. Alyssa is first and foremost an animal lover. That passion has brought her to many adventures, most current being the Herd Manager at the Musk Ox Farm in Palmer, Alaska. Being a life long Alaskan, she knows well the struggles of farm work in the unforgiving Arctic. It is …
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Strengthening Local Agriculture through CSA Programs with Chelsea McKen
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36:22On this week's episode of The Rural Woman Podcast™, you'll meet Chelsea McKen. Chelsea, born and raised in the Peace Country, comes from a family with deep agricultural roots dating back to her great-grandfather's homesteading. After purchasing the family farm with her husband, Chelsea transitioned to vegetable farming and started a small-scale ope…
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Advancing Women in Agriculture Conference East 2024: Mini Interviews
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1:28:11On this week's episode of The Rural Woman Podcast™, you'll meet Abigail Moir, Brenda Aylward, Charlee Fox, Jade Lawrence, Josée Lemoine, Karla Rahn, Katelyn Sykes, Kendra Gillerr, Lauren Van Ewyk, Lisa Cadeau, Lydia Conrad, Madeline Warburton, Maureen Geddes, Rimsha Khan, Sharon Wright, Taylar Austin and Terri Lynn Robbins. Today, I am so excited t…
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A Look Back: Inspiring Stories from Rural Women Part 15
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41:20Get ready for Part 15 of our throwback series, A Look Back: Inspiring Stories from Rural Women, to celebrate the amazing women who have shared their stories right here on The Rural Woman Podcast. This week, we're taking a trip down memory lane, revisiting some of the most unforgettable moments from our past episodes. From heartwarming stories to po…
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Milk, Wool, and Soap: Making the Most of Sheep with Rachel Hester
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44:57On this week's episode of The Rural Woman Podcast™, you'll meet Rachel Hester. Rachel Hester is the author of The Guide to Homestead Dairy Sheep, the only comprehensive resource on raising sheep for milk production. She resides on 8.5 acres in Central Kentucky with her husband and son. Rachel produces luxury soap from sheep milk and crafts yarn fro…
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From Tobacco to Vines: The Evolution of a Farming Legacy with Shelby Watson-Hampton
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52:34On this week's episode of The Rural Woman Podcast™, you'll meet Shelby Watson-Hampton. Shelby Watson-Hampton is currently the Director of the Southern Maryland Agricultural Development Commission (SMADC), a farmer, a freelance agricultural journalist, and a published author of the Amazon Best Selling Book, ‘Grace, Grit & Lipstick: Wit & Wisdom for …
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From Intern to Innovator: Breaking Barriers in Agriculture with Brigitte Franzen
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53:02On this week's episode of The Rural Woman Podcast™, you'll meet Brigitte Franzen. Brigitte is a former livestock farmer and seedstock producer who emigrated to the U.S. with $20 and became known for her successful breeding operation, despite facing numerous obstacles. After her farm was impacted by industry changes, she transitioned into a career a…
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A Look Back: Inspiring Stories from Rural Women Part 14
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38:09On this week's episode of The Rural Woman Podcast™, you'll meet Sierra Seidner, Dr. Tammy Gray-Steele, Justine Berry, Emily Reuschel, Megan Callahan, Sarah Riedner, Lindsay Hamilton, Diane McKenzie, Alli Caraveo and Serena Donovan! Join us again for another special episode as we celebrate 5 years of The Rural Woman Podcast!! We are taking a look ba…
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The Power of No-Till Gardening with Kim Ross
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52:31On this week's episode of The Rural Woman Podcast™, you'll meet Kim Ross. Kim is a fifth generation farm girl with a 130,000 sq ft no till garden. Kim sells the vegetables she grows using sustainable agriculture practices to food producers and consumers alike. She focuses on growing with the ecosystem so her growing plots do not need to be watered …
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For Farmers Movement: Bridging the Urban-Rural Divide with Dana DiPrima
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45:25On this week's episode of The Rural Woman Podcast™, you'll meet Dana DiPrima. On the heels of a long career in social marketing and community organizing and in the shadow of an accidental farm in Upstate New York, Dana founded the For Farmers Movement to support small American farmers by sharing farmer stories, dispelling myths and awarding grants.…
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A Look Back: Inspiring Stories from Rural Women Part 13
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40:33Join us again for another special episode as we celebrate 5 years of The Rural Woman Podcast!! We are taking a look back and revisiting some of the stories that have been shared on The Rural Woman Podcast. In these throwback episodes, we will be highlighting these incredible, resilient women in agriculture. This episode features: Kathryn Laframbois…
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A Look Back: Inspiring Stories from Rural Women Part 12
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42:29Join us again for another special episode as we celebrate 5 years of The Rural Woman Podcast!! We are taking a look back and revisiting some of the stories that have been shared on The Rural Woman Podcast. In these throwback episodes, we will be highlighting these incredible, resilient women in agriculture. This episode features: Ashley Constance, …
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A Look Back: Inspiring Stories from Rural Women Part 11
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40:53Join us again for another special episode as we celebrate 5 years of The Rural Woman Podcast!! We are taking a look back and revisiting some of the stories that have been shared on The Rural Woman Podcast. In these throwback episodes, we will be highlighting these incredible, resilient women in agriculture. This episode features: Kimberley Allan, R…
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A Look Back: Inspiring Stories from Rural Women Part 10
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42:58Join us again for another special episode as we celebrate 5 years of The Rural Woman Podcast!! We are taking a look back and revisiting some of the stories that have been shared on The Rural Woman Podcast. In these throwback episodes, we will be highlighting these incredible, resilient women in agriculture. This episode features: Rhonda Kesslering,…
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