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Our Way of Life Podcast

Our Way of Life Podcast

by South Dakota Farmers Union

Government Society & Culture

Season 1

Our Way of Life Episode 14: Rural Ranching & Rodeo Realities w/ Shorty Garrett

Welcome to the Our Way of Life show by South Dakota Farmers Union! In this episode, we sit on the porch to chat with Eagle Butte rancher and PRCA saddle bronc rider, Shorty Garrett. With one full time job being needed at home on the range, and the other being on the trail, Shorty walks us through what it takes to do both, the truth behind the chutes, and what he loves most about the life he's paved. Thanks for joining us, we're glad to have ya along!

Our Way of Life Episode 13: On the Prairie & Inside the State Capitol w/ Oren Lesmeister

In this episode, we sit down with rancher, businessman, former politician, and family man Oren Lesmeister of Parade, SD. He shares a thoughtful insight from the halls of the capitol to the modern day advancements in agriculture.

Our Way of Life Episode 12: Andrew Streff

In this episode, we hear from Andrew Streff, a Commodity Broker from Salem, SD. He shares how his family is passing the farm down to him, what that transition looks likes, and the many hats he wears both on and off the farm.

Our Way of Life Episode 10: Right to Repair

The Right to Repair is the freedom farmers across the U.S. want because for generations they repaired their own equipment and they want the right to continue doing so. Doug Sombke, President of South Dakota Farmers Union and Willie Cade, Director of the Theo Brown Society discuss this important policy issue on this episode of Our Way of Life.

Our Way of Life Episode 9: Wayne Soren

Wayne Soren, a dedicated farmer from Lake Preston, has been a vital leader in South Dakota's agricultural community as Vice President of the South Dakota Farmers Union since 2010, advocating for cooperative development and grassroots policies.

Our Way of Life Episode 8: Scott Sabers

Scott Sabers of Sabers Insurance Agency of Sturgis and Spearfish joins us this week to discuss the importance of customer service and community service. These are at the top of his mind, along with the team he puts together to serve his clients.

Our Way of Life Episode 7: Jeff Kippley

Jeff Kippley wears many hats, including VP of not just one, but TWO organizations, a dad, tax business owner, farmer & rancher, and many other jobs! We were excited to have him join us for another episode and learning his way of life.

Our Way of Life Episode 6: David Schelske

A jack of all trades; college graduate, guardsman, band teacher and now insurance agent! David Schelske joins the podcast this week to talk about his journey to taking over the family business in the Mitchell, SD area.

Our Way of Life Episode 5: Brett Kenzy

In this episode, we connect with R-Calf President Brett Kenzy from south central South Dakota as he takes us along his life on the farm and ranch and how he came to be in the position he is today.

Our Way of Life Episode 4: Chris Goldsmith

A previous law enforcement officer, basketball referee, Farmers Union Insurance agent and most importantly, a father and husband. Chris Goldsmith joins me as we discuss life and LRP!

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