

The Ranch Podcast
Matt Todd
A podcast dedicated to the people and happenings of the Treasure Valley and the great State of Idaho.
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Jun 5, 2024 • 2h 6min
Talking to America with Nate Shelman
Nate Shelman is the 3pm news talk radio host for KBOI Radio. He is one of the few Live Radio hosts that makes conservative commentary focused on Idaho politics and society. He's one of a kind. Enjoy!The Ranch Podcast is the premier source for long format interviews and information on the Treasure Valley and great state of Idaho. The Boise area is home to many counties and ways of life, as well as many law enforcement agencies, like Ada County and Canyon county Sheriff offices, Idaho State Police, Eagle Police Department, Meridian Police Department, and many more. The school systems in the area are also quite diverse. Boise school district and West Ada School District, though right next to each other, are quite different. Idaho's wildlife and Fish and Game are also second to none across the country, but themselves have many incredible nuances and a rich history that is rarely explored.The Ranch Podcast is shot just north of Eagle, Idaho. If you’re interested in producing a podcast or need content of any kind, please feel free to reach out to Matt at Matt@MTUStudios.com.

Jun 4, 2024 • 1h 7min
Regenerative Farming and Ranching with Brad McIntyre
Brad McIntyre is a 4th generation farmer in Caldwell, Idaho. His focus has veered away from more standard industrial farming and ranching techniques and he now focuses on regenerative farming practices that highlight a soil philosophy. I couldn't be happier having met him as I personally want to get away from large scale protein operations, and Brad is exactly the solution I think many people like me were looking for. Enjoy!The Ranch Podcast is the premier source for long format interviews and information on the Treasure Valley and great state of Idaho. The Boise area is home to many counties and ways of life, as well as many law enforcement agencies, like Ada County and Canyon county Sheriff offices, Idaho State Police, Eagle Police Department, Meridian Police Department, and many more. The school systems in the area are also quite diverse. Boise school district and West Ada School District, though right next to each other, are quite different. Idaho's wildlife and Fish and Game are also second to none across the country, but themselves have many incredible nuances and a rich history that is rarely explored.The Ranch Podcast is shot just north of Eagle, Idaho. If you’re interested in producing a podcast or need content of any kind, please feel free to reach out to Matt at Matt@MTUStudios.com.

Jun 3, 2024 • 1h 12min
Wolf Hunter and Educator Tom Schneider
Tom Schneider is an avid hunter and educator from northern Idaho. He helps hunters learn how to effectively contribute to wolf management in the state and also has incredible media channels at Stuck N The Rut on IG as well as YouTube. I truly appreciate his efforts to participate in solutions to problems affecting him and other hunters. Enjoy!The Ranch Podcast is the premier source for long format interviews and information on the Treasure Valley and great state of Idaho. The Boise area is home to many counties and ways of life, as well as many law enforcement agencies, like Ada County and Canyon county Sheriff offices, Idaho State Police, Eagle Police Department, Meridian Police Department, and many more. The school systems in the area are also quite diverse. Boise school district and West Ada School District, though right next to each other, are quite different. Idaho's wildlife and Fish and Game are also second to none across the country, but themselves have many incredible nuances and a rich history that is rarely explored.The Ranch Podcast is shot just north of Eagle, Idaho. If you’re interested in producing a podcast or need content of any kind, please feel free to reach out to Matt at Matt@MTUStudios.com.

May 29, 2024 • 1h 1min
What to do with KIDS over SUMMER with Dr. Geri Gillespy
Dr. Geri Gillespy is the headmaster of schools at Innovate Academy in Eagle. After having worked in education for decades, she is acutely aware of the struggle with kids over summer. Compound the natural tendency to not have structured activities with the push to dump tech on kids, and you have a disaster. Dr. Gillespy came in to speak on several things you can do to not just engage your kids, but also help them continue developing. Enjoy!The Ranch Podcast is the premier source for long format interviews and information on the Treasure Valley and great state of Idaho. The Boise area is home to many counties and ways of life, as well as many law enforcement agencies, like Ada County and Canyon county Sheriff offices, Idaho State Police, Eagle Police Department, Meridian Police Department, and many more. The school systems in the area are also quite diverse. Boise school district and West Ada School District, though right next to each other, are quite different. Idaho's wildlife and Fish and Game are also second to none across the country, but themselves have many incredible nuances and a rich history that is rarely explored.The Ranch Podcast is shot just north of Eagle, Idaho. If you’re interested in producing a podcast or need content of any kind, please feel free to reach out to Matt at Matt@MTUStudios.com.

May 28, 2024 • 51min
Defending Wolf Data with Carter Niemeyer
Carter Niemeyer is a retired Federal trapper, wolf advocate, and wildlife biologist. He worked throughout Montana and Idaho for several decades and famously worked on the wolf re-introduction program in Northern Idaho. We spoke at length about data he uses to defend his position that wolves do eat big game but are a small part of the overall, state level population swings that species experience. Enjoy!https://cowboystatedaily.com/2024/03/23/unlimited-cow-calf-elk-tags-proposed-to-reduce-wyoming-herds/https://spokesman.com/stories/2024/mar/28/field-reports-idaho-elk-harvest-dropped-in-2023/https://www.wenatcheeworld.com/opinion/there-is-something-wrong-with-cody-roberts/article_79c088b6-025c-11ef-88e2-13496b708c3d.html#:~:text=Cody%20Roberts%20of%20Daniel%2C%20Wyoming,showed%20her%20off%20around%20town/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=shareArticleButton&utm_campaign=shareArticleButtonThe Ranch Podcast is the premier source for long format interviews and information on the Treasure Valley and great state of Idaho. The Boise area is home to many counties and ways of life, as well as many law enforcement agencies, like Ada County and Canyon county Sheriff offices, Idaho State Police, Eagle Police Department, Meridian Police Department, and many more. The school systems in the area are also quite diverse. Boise school district and West Ada School District, though right next to each other, are quite different. Idaho's wildlife and Fish and Game are also second to none across the country, but themselves have many incredible nuances and a rich history that is rarely explored.The Ranch Podcast is shot just north of Eagle, Idaho. If you’re interested in producing a podcast or need content of any kind, please feel free to reach out to Matt at Matt@MTUStudios.com.

May 23, 2024 • 54min
Being a Democrat in Boise with Rep. Chris Mathias
Rep. Chris Mathias is the District 19 Idaho Representative. He is also a veteran, family man, and educational consultant. We spoke at length about school safety, education bills, and the difficult political landscape that we're all trying to navigate. Enjoy!The Ranch Podcast is the premier source for long format interviews and information on the Treasure Valley and great state of Idaho. The Boise area is home to many counties and ways of life, as well as many law enforcement agencies, like Ada County and Canyon county Sheriff offices, Idaho State Police, Eagle Police Department, Meridian Police Department, and many more. The school systems in the area are also quite diverse. Boise school district and West Ada School District, though right next to each other, are quite different. Idaho's wildlife and Fish and Game are also second to none across the country, but themselves have many incredible nuances and a rich history that is rarely explored.The Ranch Podcast is shot just north of Eagle, Idaho. If you’re interested in producing a podcast or need content of any kind, please feel free to reach out to Matt at Matt@MTUStudios.com.

May 20, 2024 • 40min
Speaker of the House Mike Moyle
Rep. Mike Moyle is the Idaho Speaker of the House and 26 year vet of public service. He is also a farmer, community member, and defender of Idaho's autonomy and culture. Moyle recently traveled to the supreme court to defend Idaho's right to self determination and independence from Federal Government overreach. We spoke at length about outside influence in the state, how Idaho has continued on a conservative path, and what he looks forward to doing if re-elected. Enjoy!The Ranch Podcast is the premier source for long format interviews and information on the Treasure Valley and great state of Idaho. The Boise area is home to many counties and ways of life, as well as many law enforcement agencies, like Ada County and Canyon county Sheriff offices, Idaho State Police, Eagle Police Department, Meridian Police Department, and many more. The school systems in the area are also quite diverse. Boise school district and West Ada School District, though right next to each other, are quite different. Idaho's wildlife and Fish and Game are also second to none across the country, but themselves have many incredible nuances and a rich history that is rarely explored.The Ranch Podcast is shot just north of Eagle, Idaho. If you’re interested in producing a podcast or need content of any kind, please feel free to reach out to Matt at Matt@MTUStudios.com.

May 17, 2024 • 46min
Growing Water Polo in the Treasure Valley with Dr. Justin Brink
Dr. Justin Brink is the proprietor of Premier Spine and Sport by day, and a water polo coach and player by night. He is a former D1 college athlete and worked extensively with professional athletes in his practice for almost two decades prior to moving to Eagle. He is fantastic. Enjoy!The Ranch Podcast is the premier source for long format interviews and information in Eagle and the Treasure Valley of Idaho. The Boise area is home to many counties and ways of life. It’s also home to many law enforcement agencies, like Ada County and Canyon county Sheriff offices, Idaho State Police, Eagle Police Department, Meridian Police Department, and many more. The school systems in the area are also quite diverse. Boise school district and West Ada School District, though right next to each other, are quite different. The Ranch Podcast is shot just north of Eagle, Idaho. If you’re interested in producing a podcast or need content of any kind, please feel free to reach out to Matt at Matt@MTUStudios.com.

May 17, 2024 • 48min
Senator Chuck Winder on state rights, immigration, schools, and more
Senator Chuck Winder came into the studio and spoke at length about a number of crucial state issues, including fighting the federal government, library restrictions, fighting fentanyl, immigration, and more. I greatly appreciated his insights as he sponsored key bills this session and is also named in the fight against the federal government. Enjoy!The Ranch Podcast is the premier source for long format interviews and information in Eagle and the Treasure Valley of Idaho. The Boise area is home to many counties and ways of life. It’s also home to many law enforcement agencies, like Ada County and Canyon county Sheriff offices, Idaho State Police, Eagle Police Department, Meridian Police Department, and many more. The school systems in the area are also quite diverse. Boise school district and West Ada School District, though right next to each other, are quite different. The Ranch Podcast is shot just north of Eagle, Idaho. If you’re interested in producing a podcast or need content of any kind, please feel free to reach out to Matt at Matt@MTUStudios.com.

May 17, 2024 • 41min
Ada County Commissioner Candidate Clyde Dornier
Clyde Dornier is a retired businessman and running for Ada County Commissioner against incumbent Ryan Davidson. Clyde and I talked about many issues, but he specifically touched on the idea of addressing growth from a longer term perspective and recognizing the county's role in designing communities that will likely eventually be absorbed by cities within Ada County. He was great to speak with. Enjoy!The Ranch Podcast is the premier source for long format interviews and information in Eagle and the Treasure Valley of Idaho. The Boise area is home to many counties and ways of life. It’s also home to many law enforcement agencies, like Ada County and Canyon county Sheriff offices, Idaho State Police, Eagle Police Department, Meridian Police Department, and many more. The school systems in the area are also quite diverse. Boise school district and West Ada School District, though right next to each other, are quite different. The Ranch Podcast is shot just north of Eagle, Idaho. If you’re interested in producing a podcast or need content of any kind, please feel free to reach out to Matt at Matt@MTUStudios.com.