Welcome to the Your Ag Empire, a podcast that celebrates all the real conversations that take place at producer meetings. Or, rather, the conversations you wish took place.

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Cowboy Kent Rollins on Cooking with Fire, Storytelling, and Cast Iron Cowboy

In this episode, Jonathon sits down with legendary cowboy cook, storyteller, and TV host Kent Rollins. From feeding cowboys under the stars to starring in his new show Cast Iron Cowboy on Outdoor Channel, Kent shares what it means to preserve the cowboy lifestyle while staying relevant in a modern world. They talk about his beginnings in Oklahoma, the spirit of chuck wagon cooking, and the heart it takes to build something that lasts. This one’s packed with grit, heart, and a whole lot of cowboy wisdom.

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Across Backroads and Balance Sheets: A Quiet Revolution in Rural Succession

In this no-guest episode, Jonathon and Holly discuss what they’re seeing firsthand on farms and ranches across the country. They cover a real-world succession planning project in South Carolina, a new mastermind member from Idaho, and how EA Capital is giving producers new financial options in a shaky banking environment. This is a transparent look at how ag families are navigating hard transitions, making bold moves, and finally getting the support they’ve needed for years.

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Inside Empire Ag’s Brand Playbook: Strategy & Execution

Empire Ag’s own Brooke Taylor and Carman Hicks pull back the curtain on how ag brands can show up with purpose in a noisy online world. From the power of LinkedIn to the risks of TikTok Shop, this episode is a no-fluff look at building a brand that actually connects.

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Betting on Yourself: Sharon Beach Talks Risk, Faith, and Raising $165 Million

Sharon Beach spent 25 years at Merck before raising $165 million in private equity. In this episode of Your Ag Empire, she shares how growing up around Texas ranches shaped her approach to trust, risk, and building wealth. Sharon and Jonathon discuss why direct lending is changing ag finance and why good relationships still matter more than good résumés.

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