Ag Women Connect "Ag Talk, Your Story Matters!"
"Ag Talk, Your Story Matters" is America's Platform for Women in Agriculture to share their thoughts, ideas and stories! This is a safe space for everyone in agriculture, no matter what their role is, to come together and have real and raw conversations with each other! We feature our AWC members, guest speakers, and current topics across the nation that affect our agriculture industry. Our goal is to include others into our discussions. We invite YOU to be a part of our conversation every week. Join us!
Episodes
131 episodes
From Cotton Fields to ag Policy: A Conversation with Kara Bishop
In this episode of Ag Talk, Venessa interviews Kara Bishop from Plains Cotton Growers. Kara shares her background growing up in Dickens County, Texas, and discusses her journey into agricultural communications. She highlights the importance of ...
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Episode 131
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Michelle Martin: Breaking Ground in Agriculture Media
In this episode of Ag Talk: Your Story Matters, Venessa sits down with Michelle Martin, founder of Ag Mag and an advocate for the agricultural community. They discuss Michelle's journey from discovering her passion for media at Texas A&M, t...
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Episode 130
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Embracing the Call with Heather Garcia
Vwnessa Wood hosts Heather Garcia on Ag Talk: Your Story Matters, discussing Heather's journey and impact on her community. Heather shares her background, growing up in Sudan, Texas, her experiences as a single mother, and the challenges she fa...
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Episode 129
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Exploring America UnWon with Keely Brazil-Covello
In this episode of Ag Talk, Venessa Wood interviews Keely Brazil-Covello, the investigative journalist behind American Unwon. Keely shares her journey from growing up in a small Californian town to becoming a journalist focused on ag advocacy. ...
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Episode 128
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A Conversation on Preparedness and Safety with Nikki Burgett
In this episode of Ag Talk, Venessa Wood interviews Nikki Burgett, an author and expert in national security and workplace violence from Tulsa, Oklahoma. Nikki shares insights from her tumultuous upbringing, her early career, and her extensive ...
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AWC Roundtable: Red, White and Blue Conference Recap & Highlights
The episode features Venessa Wood and several women discussing their experiences and takeaways from the Red, White, and Blue Ag Women Connect conference held three weeks prior. The event included a check-in at the Overton Hotel, an agriculture ...
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Episode 127
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Beyond the Rodeo: Advocating for Athletes with Kaycie Timm
In this episode of Ag Talk, Venessa Wood interviews Kaycie, a lifelong equine enthusiast whose passion for agriculture and storytelling has shaped her career. Kaycie shares her background, describing how she started showing horses at a young ag...
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Episode 126
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Making America’s youth healthy again with Jacqueline Capriotti
In this episode of 'Ag Talk: Your Story Matters', Venessa chats with Jacqueline, a prominent advocate for agriculture and health, who is spearheading a movement to revive the World War Victory Gardens. Jacqueline discusses her efforts to empowe...
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Breaking the Silence: Raigen Royal Brings Light to Domestic Violence Awareness Month
In this episode of 'Ag Talk: Your Story Matters,' Venessa interviews Raigen Royal, founder of the newly formed non-profit, 'Rage for Love,' which aims to combat domestic violence and empower women. Reagan shares her personal journey of overcomi...
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Episode 124
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American Agriculture First: Tate Bennett's Journey in Agriculture Policy
In this episode of Ag Talk, Venessa Wood welcomes Elizabeth Tate Bennett, a leader in U.S. agriculture policy. Tate shares her roots on a Shelbyville, Kentucky, horse farm, her work in agricultural policy at the National Economic Council and U....
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Mastering Your Presence on LinkedIn with Debbie Saviano
In this upcoming episode of Ag Talk: Your Story Matters, Venessa sits down with Debbie Saviano — educator, speaker, business owner, and LinkedIn strategist — to talk about the power of telling your professional story with confidence and clarity...
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All Things Advocacy and Country Music with Clare Dunn
In this upcoming episode of Ag Talk: Your Story Matters, we welcome Clare Dunn—country music artist, songwriter, and passionate advocate for agriculture. Clare shares her story of growing up on a family farm in southeast Colorado, how her roots...
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A Story of Faith and Resilience: A Deep Dive with Heather Maude
In this episode of Ag Talk: Your Story Matters, Venessa Wood interviews Heather Maude, a fifth-generation cattle and sheep rancher from South Dakota. Heather shares her background growing up in Wyoming and her passion for journalism and agricul...
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Episode 120
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Beyond the Ranch: Education, Advocacy, and Community Engagement
In this episode of Ag Talk. Your Story Matters, Venessa sits down with Dr. Nicole Nicholson, a fifth-generation California cattle rancher and president of the San Luis Obispo County Cattle Women. Nicole shares her journey of balan...
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Episode 118
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A Chat with County Commissioner, Jason Corley on Cloud Seeding
In this episode, Venessa Wood interviews Lubbock County Commissioner Jason Corley about his background and the future of agriculture in West Texas. The discussion focuses on cloud seeding—using technology to stimulate rainfall—and its potential...
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Ranch Life & Resilience: Jana Earp's Path to Purpose
In this episode of 'Ag Talk,' Venessa sits down with Jana Earp from Fort Worth, Texas, to discuss life on the ranch, fashion, and the importance of community. They start by discussing their matching outfits and Jana's love for cowboy hats. Jana...
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Episode 117
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The Future of Women in Agriculture is Bright with FFA Leading the Way in Developing the Next Generation
In this episode of Ag Talk, Venessa Wood speaks two dynamic, young women thriving in FFA. Both Alyssa Sullenberger from Alaska and Miru from Massachusetts chat more about their respective journeys in agriculture and FFA. Alyssa discusses the ch...
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Episode 116
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Bridging Agriculture and Education with Chelsea Criswell
In this episode of Ag Talk, Venessa interviews Chelsea Criswell from Plainview, Texas. They discuss Chelsea's journey from public education to homeschooling, her family's background, and her entrepreneurial ventures. Chelsea details the transit...
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Episode 115
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What to Expect at the 2025 Annual Ag Women Connect Gala and Conference with the AWC Advisors
In this episode of 'Ag Talk,' Venessa Wood is joined by members of Ag Women Connect: Krysta Paffrath, Krystal Butler, and Mandy Tapp. They discuss the upcoming Red, White, and Blue Conference in Lubbock, Texas. The event is scheduled for Octobe...
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Episode 114
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Catching up with the Constitutional Cowgirl, Sarah Falen
In this episode of Ag Talk, Venessa interviews Sarah Falen-Tate, a sixth-generation rancher from Wyoming and mother of a seven-and-a-half-month-old baby. Sarah is known as the 'Constitution Cowgirl,' a moniker she developed from her childhood i...
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Episode 113
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From the Pharmacy to Agriculture: Holly Haralson's Return to Agriculture
In this episode of Ag Talk, Venessa Wood interviews Holly Haralson from Eastland, Texas. Holly shares her journey growing up in a suburban area with agricultural influences from her father's...
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Episode 112
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Advocating for the American Farmer and Rancher With Amanda Radke
In this episode of 'Ag Talk,' Venessa Wood interviews Amanda Radke, an advocate for the agriculture industry from South Dakota. They discuss various issues affecting the agriculture community, including the impact of the American Angus Associat...
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Episode 111
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Empowering Youth in Agriculture Through 4-H with Lizzie- Elizabeth Shurley
In this episode of 'Ag Talk: Your Story Matters,' Venessa interviews Elizabeth 'Lizzie' Shurley, a young agricultural advocate from Florida. Lizzie shares her journey from growing up on a family farm in Center Hill, Florida, to becoming a passi...
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Episode 110
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Balancing Life, Motherhood & Barrel Racing with Mandi Tapp
In this episode of 'Ag Talk,' Venessa Wood welcomes Mandi Tapp, a long-time member of Ag Women Connect. They discuss her background, growing up in Southern California, and her journey to Texas. Mandi shares her experiences in agriculture, inclu...
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Episode 109
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Navigating Bankruptcy on the Farm with Brooke Belicek + Special Announcement on 2nd Annual AWC Conference
In this episode of Ag Talk, host Venessa Wood sits down with Brooke Belicek to discuss building Rockin B Farms from the ground up, navigating Chapter 12 bankruptcy, and raising three daughters rooted in faith, hard work, and agricultur...
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Episode 108
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