Best Scott Weatherby Podcasts (2026)

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The Move That Doubled the Business | Adam & Brenda Weatherby of Weatherby, Inc. 43:03

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Adam and Brenda Weatherby of Weatherby Inc. share the risks of relocation, generational leadership lessons, and building a resilient culture. Third-generation leaders Adam and Brenda Weatherby share the remarkable 80-year story of Weatherby, Inc., America’s iconic firearms and ammunition brand. Founded in 1945 by Adam’s grandfather, the company beg…

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First-Generation Farmers, Building from Scratch | Grant & Spencer Hilbert of Hilbert Farms 32:19

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Brothers Grant and Spencer Hilbert share how they built Hilbert Farms from scratch, combining grit, YouTube success, and first-generation determination. Grant and Spencer Hilbert are the founders of Hilbert Farms, a first-generation family farm in Central Iowa. But unlike most farming stories, theirs didn’t start on a tractor; it started in the sub…

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Sibling Strength & Second Generation Growth | Ben Soles & Brandee Poland of Soles Enterprises 23:42

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Ben Soles and Brandee Poland share lessons on leadership, family dynamics, and growing a next-gen business through honesty and shared purpose. Ben Soles and Brandee Poland, second-generation siblings of Soles Enterprises, share how their family business has grown through courage, communication, and collaboration. Founded in 2007 by their parents, t…

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Nearly 150 Years Strong | Rob Everist of L. G. Everist, Inc. 22:34

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Rob Everist of L. G. Everist, Inc. shares lessons from 150 years of family business, dynasty trusts, governance, and preparing next-gen leaders. Rob Everist, a fourth-generation leader at L. G. Everist, Inc., reflects on 150 years of family business resilience, growth, and adaptation. Founded in 1876 as a coal supplier, L. G. Everist has evolved in…

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Pass the Torch with Purpose | Scott Stern of Stern Co. 32:19

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Scott Stern of Stern Co. shares how stepping back, empowering a non-family CEO, and mentoring his children fuel the company’s next generation. Scott Stern, second-generation leader of Co., reflects on nearly 50 years of family business history and the lessons that come with passing leadership to the next generation. After decades in the business, S…

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Leaving a Legacy Through Employee Ownership | Scott Sletten of JDS Industries 32:05

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Scott Sletten of JDS Industries shares how employee ownership is shaping his company’s future and why legacy mattered most to his succession plan. Scott Sletten shares how JDS Industries, a thriving wholesale business, started as a local trophy shop, owned and run by his father. In the 1990s, Scott and his father transitioned from retail to wholesa…

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Plan Like a Pro, Lead Like Family | Toni Sandin of Sandin Law 43:17

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Toni Sandin of Sandin Law shares how proactive planning, outside facilitation, and tough conversations help families achieve long-term success. Toni Sandin shares powerful insights on the unique challenges of balancing business dynamics with family relationships. As an estate attorney, CPA, business owner, and second-generation member of her family…

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How to Be a Great Board Member | Michaela Bearden & Angelika Olsen of Inner Will 31:47

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Michaela Bearden and Angelika Olsen of InnerWill share how board members can support family businesses through relationship, humility, and hard questions. Michaela Bearden and Angelika Olsen of InnerWill share actionable insights on how to be a strong board member in a family business. They highlight the power of disagreement, why objectivity matte…

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Build from the Ground Up | Abby Woodford of Interim HealthCare 32:49

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Abby Woodford, Vice President and COO of Interim HealthCare, shares how leadership, culture, and communication facilitate effective succession planning. Abby Woodford has lived every phase of her life alongside Interim HealthCare, from doing childhood chores in the office to leading a thriving care team across multiple states. In this episode, Abby…

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Building a Legacy Together | Megan Green of Weiler 36:29

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Megan Green, CFO and General Counsel at Weiler, opens up about returning to her family’s heavy equipment manufacturing business after nearly a decade as a corporate attorney. In this candid conversation, Megan explains how she and her siblings took on unexpected roles—not based on title, but based on where the business needed them most.Her reflecti…

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Family Business Connection Season 2: COMING SOON! 1:27

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Season 2 of Family Business Connection is here! Join host Stephanie Larscheid as she shares real stories from family business owners and next-gen leaders navigating the challenges of working with family—while building lasting legacies. From first-generation founders to fifth- and sixth-generation stewards, each episode delivers insights, operationa…

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Nearly 100 Years of Free Ice Water | Rick and Sarah of Wall Drug 37:00

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In this episode, we’re joined by both Rick and Sarah Hustead of Wall Drug, a family-owned and operated family business headquartered in Wall, South Dakota. Famous for their free ice water billboards around the world, Rick and Sarah describe how the family expanded the drug store into a landmark roadside attraction through Rick’s grandmother’s adver…

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Water Tanks, Employment Policies & Innovation | Parker Jones of Maguire 27:12

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We welcome Parker Jones, Business Development Manager and third-generation family member of Maguire, a Sioux Falls-based water storage solutions leader with over a century of expertise in water tank and tower construction and maintenance. Parker discusses Maguire’s family employment policy, which fosters intentionality and clarity in developing a l…

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Leading from the Right Lane | T.J. Russell of Cloverdale Foods 46:21

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We welcome T.J. Russell, the chairman and fourth-generation owner of Cloverdale Foods. The Mandan, North Dakota-based food company creates high-quality, flavorful meat products that include bacon, sausage, deli meats, and snacks. In our conversation, we talked about how the 110-year-old company reached the Century Club and what lessons and philosop…

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A New Strategy for Fresh, Sustainable Food | Tim Meagher of Vanguard Hospitality 42:27

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We welcome Tim Meagher, owner and Chief Operating Officer of Vanguard Hospitality, a family business behind some of the most popular restaurants in the Sioux Falls area including Minervas, Grille 26, and Morrie’s Streakhouse. In our conversation, we talk about how the COVID pandemic caused massive changes to Vanguard’s food suppliers causing the co…

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Family Councils & Married-Ins | Brittney Ray of E. Ritter & Company 41:54

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We welcome Brittney Ray, a fifth-generation owner and chair of E. Ritter & Company, a portfolio of businesses in agriculture, telecommunications, fire and life safety, and information technology services across seven states. In our conversation, we take a deep dive into the Ritter family’s family council from her perspective as a married-in. You’ll…

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Innovation as the Driving Force | Paul Steffes of Steffes 34:24

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On our episode ahead of Father’s Day, we welcome Paul Steffes, Founder and Innovation Advisor of Steffes Companies headquartered in Dickinson, North Dakota. In our conversation, we talk about family and business values and especially integrating innovation into all that Steffes does and stands for. We also discuss what Paul refers to as the OBM Mod…

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Leading as the Matriarch | Mary Jo Minor of Mills Property Management 31:59

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On our episode ahead of Mother’s Day, we welcome Mary Jo Minor, CEO of Mills Property Management, a property management company in Brookings, South Dakota. In our conversation, we talk about the similarities and differences between Mary Jo’s Gen1 to Gen2 transition and her current Gen2 to Gen3 transition. We also discuss how she approaches being in…

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Championing Culture | Lorie Pope of Nexus Innovations 39:27

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We welcome Lorie Pope, co-president of Nexus Innovations, a management and technology solutions family business that empowers clients for success through strategic solutions. Though Nexus is an expert of innovation in the everchanging technology industry, in this conversation we hear how they are a champion of culture. In our conversation with Lori…

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How Key Non-Family Leaders Impact Succession | Jake Quasney & Becky Word of Lloyd Companies 32:00

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Jake Quasney and Becky Word of Lloyd Companies join Family Business Connection to discuss their roles as key non-family leaders in a family business. Jake is the Chief Operating Officer and Becky is the Chief of Staff of the Sioux Falls-based real estate company offering development, construction, property management, hospitality, and apartments. W…

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Growing Into Leadership | Jenn Barlund & Kyle Bender of Falcon Plastics 59:02

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In our first ever episode, we welcome both Jenn Barlund and Kyle Bender to Family Business Connection. Jenn is the president and Kyle is an executive vice president of Falcon Plastics, a plastic injection molding company based in Brookings, South Dakota. As Gen3 of Falcon Plastics, you’ll hear Jenn and Kyle’s stories of growing up in the business a…

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Episode 11: On the Fence About Fanfiction 7:15

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Today, I discuss the pros and cons of writing fanfiction. It can be good, or bad. You can view chapter one of my first fanfiction here: https://www.wattpad.com/654322564-the-sinister-six-chapter-one

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Episode 10: Writer's Block 4:26

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Long time, no see. Today, I give my thoughts on Writer's Block, and how one can overcome it.

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Episode 9: Why Writing Takes so Damn Long 5:28

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One can dream of a world where writing is easy, but it'll never some. Wouldn't it be nice?

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Episode 8: My Issues with the Modern Day Mainstream 8:07

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Okay, so maybe this episode isn't 30 minutes long. I'm overexaggerating. It's still one of the longest episodes I've recorded.

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Episode 7: Writing Superstitions 4:06

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Welcome to Epidose 7. It's a short one today because it's midterm season, and I've been studying.

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Episode 6: The Importance of Dialogue 4:42

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Dialogue is very important. This episode talks about how you can write better dialouge.

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Episode 5: My Favourite Poetry Books 6:06

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We’d be here all night if I made a list, so these are in no particular order.

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Episode 4: Instagram Poetry Tips 4:51

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Today, I discuss tips that’ve helped me grow my Instagram page.

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Episode 3: Self Publishing 6:00

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This is the episode where I talk about the importance of self publishing, and what you need to do if you’re going to give it a go.

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Episode 2: Rap is Poetry, Damnit! 9:37

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Welcome to Episode 2, in which I talk about why rap as a genre should be considered poetry. I also go over some of my favourites. The book I mentioned is called an Exaltation of Forms.

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Episode 1: It's Okay to Have Bias in Reading 3:24

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Welcome to the first episode of the Scott Weatherby Podcast! In this very short episode, I talk about my feelings about having a bias when it comes to what you read. If you have opinions on this topic, feel free to send me a message, and you might get featured in Episode 2.

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The Move That Doubled the Business | Adam & Brenda Weatherby of Weatherby, Inc. 43:03

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First-Generation Farmers, Building from Scratch | Grant & Spencer Hilbert of Hilbert Farms 32:19

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Sibling Strength & Second Generation Growth | Ben Soles & Brandee Poland of Soles Enterprises 23:42

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Nearly 150 Years Strong | Rob Everist of L. G. Everist, Inc. 22:34

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Pass the Torch with Purpose | Scott Stern of Stern Co. 32:19

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Leaving a Legacy Through Employee Ownership | Scott Sletten of JDS Industries 32:05

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Plan Like a Pro, Lead Like Family | Toni Sandin of Sandin Law 43:17

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How to Be a Great Board Member | Michaela Bearden & Angelika Olsen of Inner Will 31:47

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Build from the Ground Up | Abby Woodford of Interim HealthCare 32:49

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Building a Legacy Together | Megan Green of Weiler 36:29

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Family Business Connection Season 2: COMING SOON! 1:27

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Nearly 100 Years of Free Ice Water | Rick and Sarah of Wall Drug 37:00

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Water Tanks, Employment Policies & Innovation | Parker Jones of Maguire 27:12

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Leading from the Right Lane | T.J. Russell of Cloverdale Foods 46:21

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A New Strategy for Fresh, Sustainable Food | Tim Meagher of Vanguard Hospitality 42:27

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Family Councils & Married-Ins | Brittney Ray of E. Ritter & Company 41:54

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Innovation as the Driving Force | Paul Steffes of Steffes 34:24

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Leading as the Matriarch | Mary Jo Minor of Mills Property Management 31:59

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Championing Culture | Lorie Pope of Nexus Innovations 39:27

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How Key Non-Family Leaders Impact Succession | Jake Quasney & Becky Word of Lloyd Companies 32:00

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Growing Into Leadership | Jenn Barlund & Kyle Bender of Falcon Plastics 59:02

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Episode 11: On the Fence About Fanfiction 7:15

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Episode 10: Writer's Block 4:26

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Episode 9: Why Writing Takes so Damn Long 5:28

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Episode 8: My Issues with the Modern Day Mainstream 8:07

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Episode 7: Writing Superstitions 4:06

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Episode 6: The Importance of Dialogue 4:42

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Episode 5: My Favourite Poetry Books 6:06

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Episode 4: Instagram Poetry Tips 4:51

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Episode 3: Self Publishing 6:00

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Episode 2: Rap is Poetry, Damnit! 9:37

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Episode 1: It's Okay to Have Bias in Reading 3:24