

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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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 • 1h 9min
West Ada School District Year end review with Dave Binetti
Dave Binetti is the zone 4 school board member for West Ada School District, the number 1 large school district in the state of Idaho. WASD was ranked number one in ELA and Math statewide for large districts, and also has proactively changed policies to prevent a number of major concerns and problems that are showcased nationally in public schools. I greatly appreciate Dave and his time in this conversation. 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 • 43min
Ada County Commissioner Ryan Davidson
Ryan Davidson is a current Ada County Commissioner and is running for re-election. We spoke at length about budgeting, recreation, growth, and our corrections facilities. 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 • 43min
Protecting our Ag lands with Melissa Durrant
Melissa Durrant is the state rep for district 23. Her family actively farms as a way of life and income, and she is acutely aware of the issues and difficulties in recent years the industry is facing. We spoke about ag issues, school funding issues, and much more. 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 • 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 • 39min
Education and Idaho Budgeting with Rep. Matt Bundy
Rep. Matt Bundy is a district 23 Rep., retired USAF, and public teacher. He sits the appropriates, business, and local government committees and had great insight into how we continue funding and delivering services to Idaho citizens. 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 • 1h 12min
Eagle Chamber Check-In with CACi Wood-fire Grill!
The Eagle Chamber and Brandy Furiani were in again, but this time she brought EPIC food from CACi! I couldn't eat the pizza (which killed me because it had DUCK on it and looked AMAZING), but everything else was ABSOLUTELY INCREDIBLE. Go check it out!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 • 1h 6min
Idaho Secretary of State on voting Phil McGrane
Phil McGrane is the Idaho Secretary of State. He came into the studio to speak about voter integrity, our voting system, outside influences on our political system, and more. I greatly appreciate public servants like him who weather the storm to defend and improve the foundational aspects of our political system. 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.


