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
99 episodes
From Miss America to Faith-Based Nutrition: Chelsea Constantino's Journey
In this episode of Ag Talk, Venessa welcomes Chelsea Constantino to discuss her journey from small-town Midwest upbringing to becoming Miss Iowa and her current work in nutrition based on biblical principles. Chelsea shares her background, grow...
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How to Stand out as a Professional in the Ag Industry with Lauren Perez
In this episode of Ag Talk, Venessa Wood interviews Lauren Pez from Canyon, Texas. Lauren shares her journey from growing up in the Flint Hills of Kansas to establishing her own cattle operation in Texas. The discussion covers key topics such a...
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Episode 99
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Faith, Family, and Farming: Cassie's Story of Resilience
In this episode of 'Ag Talk: Your Story Matters,' Venessa Wood interviews Cassie Schultz, a new ambassador for Ag Women Connect from Liberty Hill. Cassie shares her deeply moving and inspiring story of growing up on a farm, experiencing signifi...
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Episode 98
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The Ag Advocate: Amanda Carl on Agriculture Law and Advocacy
In this episode of Ag Talk, host Vanessa Wood chats with Amanda Carl, a Florida agriculture lawyer. They discuss self-care in the ag sector, Amanda's journey from aspiring vet to ag lawyer, and her family's deep roots in Florida agriculture. Am...
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Episode 97
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A Behind the Scenes Look at Farmhouse Vineyards
In this episode of ACT Talk, host Venessa Wood interviews Traci Ferguson and Katy Jane Seaton from the Farmhouse Vineyard. They discuss their origins, backgrounds, and the unique business they have built in the Texas panhandle. Traci, a former ...
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Episode 96
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From Adversity to Advocacy: Sharon Beach Sharing her story
In this episode of Ag Talk, Venessa interviews Sharon Beach, who shares her journey from pharmaceuticals and private equity to agriculture. She recounts surviving a traumatic kidnapping, emphasizing resilience, faith, and self-advocacy. Sharon ...
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Episode 95
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Save the Date for the West Texas Ranch Rodeo
In this episode of Ag Talk, Venessa Wood interviews the event committee hosting the annual, West Texas Ranch Rodeo. They discuss how they took over the rodeo, its association with the Working Ranch Cowboys Association (WRCA), and the various ev...
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Episode 94
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Navigating the Pivots of Life with Lacy Jones
In this episode of AgTalk, host Venessa Wood speaks with mother and business owner Lacy Jones. Lacey shares her journey from being a rodeo athlete at Texas Tech to managing a diverse farm and running Wild West Vintage Decor. They discuss transi...
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Episode 93
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A Better Kind of Wellness with Dr. Hannah Dodson, Founder of Leadline Wellness
In this episode of Ag Talk: Your Story Matters, host Vanessa Wood interviews Dr. Hannah Dodson, a family nurse practitioner from North Carolina with a rich background in both primary care and health informatics. Dr. Dodson's journey...
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Episode 92
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From Fort Worth to Lubbock: Katy Rush's Inspiring Story in the Western Industry
In this episode of Ag Talk, Venessa sits down with Katy Rush from Lubbock, Texas. Katy shares her diverse career journey from growing up in Fort Worth, attending college in Tennessee, and moving back to Texas for various roles in Western retail...
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Episode 91
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Planting Seeds: Annie Bradley's Inspiring Ag Story
In this episode of 'Ag Talk, Your Story Matters,' Venessa interviews Annie Bradley from North Georgia, who shares her unique journey into agriculture. Annie's story begins in seventh grade when her interest in chickens led her to explore more a...
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Episode 90
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Diving Into the Chronicles of Kayla with Kayla Wieczorek
In this episode of Ag Talk: Your Story Matters, the Venessa interviews Kayla Wieczorek, a farmer from Missouri and creator of the 'Chronicles of Kayla' YouTube channel. Kayla shares her background and experiences growing up on a family farm, he...
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Episode 89
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A Panel Discussion on the Upcoming HPA Amendments
In this episode of Ag Talk: Your Story Matters, Venessa Wood delves into the contentious new Horse Protection Act (HPA) rule with industry experts David Duquette, Mindy Patterson, and Karen Glueck. They discuss the perceived overreach by the US...
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Episode 88
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A Conversation on "Nice Job Cowgirl" with Judy Wagner
In this episode of 'Ag Talk - Your Story Matters,' Venessa Wood interviews Judy Wagner, a trailblazer and legend in the agricultural and rodeo industries. Judy shares her journey from growing up in a ranching community in Avon, Montana as the e...
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Deep Diving Water Scarcity in the Southwest and Working in the Senate with Senator Charles Perry
Venessa Wood hosts a discussion on water conservation in agriculture, featuring an interview with Krysta, owner of the Rural Podcast Network, and later a detailed conversation with Senator Charles Perry. Key topics include the importance of new...
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Episode 86
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What it Means to be a First Generation Rancher with Erica Carduillo
In this episode of Ag Talk, Venessa is sitting down with Erica Carduillo, a first-generation farmer and rancher from Colorado. Erica shares her transition from city life in the suburbs to farming on a 33-acre property in Wellington, Colorado. S...
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Episode 85
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Empowering Entrepreneurs in Agriculture with Lorinda Van Newkirk
In this episode of Ag Talk, Venessa Wood interviews Lorinda Van Newkirk, the CEO and founder of Lucky Chuck Socks. Lorinda shares her journey of creating the perfect socks for cowgirls, discusses her background in fashion, and provides in...
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Episode 84
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Ag Women Connect Reflects Back on 2024 and Looks Forward for What's to Come in 2025
Catch our recap on our most listened to episodes of 2024 and all of the exciting things coming down the pipeline for 2025!
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Episode 83
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Sitting Down with the Bad Gringa, Shreene Johnson & the Texas Tech Cattlewomen
In this episode of AgTalk, Your Story Matters, host Venessa talks with Shreene Johnson about her unique journey in the agriculture industry, focusing on her innovative use of Pinterest to support agricultural businesses. Additionally, the episo...
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Episode 82
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Running Farm Camps and Leasing Goats with Mary Bowen
In this episode of Ag Talk: Your Story Matters, Venessa is sitting down with ag entrepreneur, Mary Bowen from Maryland to chat about Mary's journey in agriculture and beyond. With Mary's start in agriculture being horses and Hereford C...
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Episode 81
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Celebrating the Rural Women with Jan & Erin Johnson, Owners of Trailblazher Co.
This week is super special as host, Venessa Wood sits down with Jan and Erin Johnson, owners of the Trailblazher Co. Trailblazher is and has been quite a few things from a membership for rural women to come together to a podcast but before it w...
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Episode 80
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Real Estate, Ranch Life, and the Power of Community with Susan Yoder
In this episode of AgTalk: Your Story Matters, host Venessa Wood chats with Susan Yoder, a mother of five boys, esteemed real estate entrepreneur, and Oklahoma ranch owner. Susan shares her journey from an Amish girl in Ohio to becoming a succe...
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Episode 79
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Everything you Need to Know About the Kimes Ranch Million Dollar Breakaway Roping with Amanda Kimes
In this episode, you are going to hear all about the upcoming Million Dollar Breakaway hosted by Kimes Ranch in Scottsdale, Arizona. CEO, Amanda Kimes joined us today along with two breakaway ropers who are headed to this event. Learn m...
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Episode 78
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Fancy Broke & Fearless: How Kaitlin Olson Balances Business, Nursing, & Horses
In this engaging episode of AgTalk, host Vanessa Wood sits down with Kaitlin Olson, president of the Indian River Riding Club and the owner of Fancy Broke Apparel. Raised in New York, Kaitlin moved to Florida with a lifelong passion for horses ...
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Episode 77
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Erin Lockhart's Journey From the English World to the Western World with Apex Trailers
Join us on this insightful episode of "Agtalk: Your Story Matters," where Vanessa sits down with Erin Lockhart from Apex Trailers to uncover her unique journey in the trailer industry. From her roots in Alabama and her transition to Texas, Erin...
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Episode 76
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