

The Vance Crowe Podcast
Vance Crowe
The Vance Crowe Podcast is a thought-provoking and engaging show where Vance Crowe, a former Director of Millennial Engagement for Monsanto, and X-World Banker, interviews a variety of experts and thought leaders from diverse fields.
Vance prompts his guests to think about their work in novel ways, exploring how their expertise applies to regular people and sharing stories and experiences.
The podcast covers a wide range of topics, including agriculture, technology, social issues, and more. It aims to provide listeners with new perspectives and insights into the world around them.
Vance prompts his guests to think about their work in novel ways, exploring how their expertise applies to regular people and sharing stories and experiences.
The podcast covers a wide range of topics, including agriculture, technology, social issues, and more. It aims to provide listeners with new perspectives and insights into the world around them.
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Nov 26, 2024 • 1h 13min
VCP: Ryan Cooper; Civilization collapse, local food and Bitcoin Ranch
Ryan Cooper is the founder of Bitcoin Ranch and a part of the Milkmen Farms Alliance, who is focused on the economic sustainability of small, independent food producers. He joined Vance Crowe to talk about the collapse of our economy and the challenges of trying to get ahead.Cooper discussed his transition to using Bitcoin for his farm's financial operations, highlighting its stability compared to the declining value of the U.S. dollar. He emphasized the challenges faced by American farmers, including the impact of ethanol mandates and subsidized crop insurance, which distort market conditions. Cooper also criticized the centralized control of the U.S. government and the Federal Reserve, arguing for a shift towards local control and decentralized systems. He advocated for Bitcoin as a potential solution to these issues, citing its scarcity and potential to stabilize economic value over time.https://milkmenfarmsalliance.com/about-ushttps://www.legacyinterviews.comFor 15% off pay with Bitcoin: https://www.legacyinterviews.com/bitcoin

Nov 22, 2024 • 38min
ATR: How Canada feels about Trump Cabinet picks & @shaunhaney huge Peter Thiel Paradox score
The Ag Tribes Report, hosted by Vance Crowe, features Shaun Haney, founder of Real Agriculture. Key topics include the uncertainty surrounding the renewable fuel industry due to pending policy changes under the Biden and Trump administrations, with concerns about the 45z tax credit and potential trade impacts on Canada. Haney discusses the impact of tariffs on US-Mexico trade and the potential for Alberta's secession from Canada. He also highlights cost-cutting measures among Canadian farmers, such as reducing equipment spending and using generic products. Shaun's bold Peter Thiel Paradox is one most Canadians would be afraid to think about let alone say on a national podcast.

Nov 15, 2024 • 30min
ATR: IL Farm Bureau gets boot, CAFO’s survive in California and milk pricing stays stupid with organic dairy farmer Josh Tranel
This week host Vance Crowe is joined by organic dairy farmer Joshua Tranel- they talk about the Illinois farm bureau being banished by the larger American farm bureau, Sonoma county California voting in favor of CAFOs, the milk pricing system and who is going to be appointed head of the USDA.That along with the bitcoin land price report, Josh’s Peter Thiel paradox and his worthy adversary. Visit our sponsors: https://www.farmtest.ag/https://www.legacyinterviews.com/

Nov 12, 2024 • 1h 9min
VCP: T Chevéz Mathews on the election & the new American progress aesthetic
Vance Crowe interviews Tyler Matthews an author and cultural critic. Together the two discuss the latest on the P. Diddy investigation, the consequences of the presidential election and the new American Progress Aesthetic.https://tchevezmathews.substack.com/p/invitation-to-saga

Nov 8, 2024 • 38min
ATR: @realJohnKempf talks about what @RobertKennedyJr administration could mean for agriculture
The Ag tribes Report, hosted by Vance Crowe, discussed the impact of Donald Trump's presidency on agriculture, focusing on potential changes under the RFK administration. John Kemp, CEO of Advancing Eco-Ag, highlighted the Amish community's significant voting block, which may have influenced the Pennsylvania election. Kemp emphasized the need for market access improvements, reducing glyphosate use, and transitioning to healthier farming practices. He also discussed the potential for technological advancements in agriculture to replace chemical dependencies. The conversation also touched on the role of immigration, ethanol mandates, and the importance of farmer-led stewardship to regain public trust.

Nov 5, 2024 • 1h 41min
VCP: @anabology Counter-Cultural Diet; The Honey Diet
Anabology is an anonymous scientist that has come to some radically different perspectives about diet. The conversation delves into Anabology's exploration of high-sugar, low-protein diets, inspired by scientific literature. Vance and Anabology discuss a study where mice on a high-sugar diet had increased metabolic rates and maintained weight, leading to personal experimentation. The speaker highlights the role of the hormone FGF21 in metabolic rate increases and weight management. They contrast this with traditional high-protein diets like keto and carnivore, noting the latter's negative effects. The discussion also touches on the impact of processed foods, government subsidies, and the potential for genetic engineering to extend lifespan, emphasizing the need for personalized dietary approaches.http://longestlevers.com = open protocols, http://literature.bio = recommended reading, http://soliloquy.bio = thoughtsTo learn more about https://www.legacyinterviews.com/

Nov 1, 2024 • 29min
ATR Contaminated drinking water, Ag Fears of RFK JR and RFID Battle Rages on with @YPClayConry
Clay Connery, a pastor, rancher, and regenerative agriculture advocate, discusses critical issues impacting farming today. He dives into the water crisis in Pratt, Kansas, highlighting nitrate pollution's effects on health and agriculture. The chat turns to RFK Jr.'s potential influence on GMO regulations and crop protection. Connery also tackles the contentious RFID chip mandate for livestock, touching on the themes of compliance and civil disobedience. He reveals that one Bitcoin can buy 87 acres of farmland, revealing intriguing insights on the intersection of agriculture and cryptocurrency.

Oct 29, 2024 • 17min
The Path To Better Conversations
Vance Crowe shares a profound insight into effective communication, emphasizing the importance of being present in conversations. This insight stems from teaching a class on interest-based communication, which he developed after his former business partner, Benjamin Anderson, requested help in training scientists. The class covers negotiations, introductions, conversation techniques, conflict resolution, and complex negotiations. Reflecting on his teaching experience, the speaker realizes that great conversations are akin to meditation, requiring focus on the present moment. He invites feedback on the Vance Crowe podcast and encourages listeners to sign up for legacy interviews, highlighting the podcast's growth and the need for strategic decisions regarding its future.To sign up for this communication class visit: https://www.vancecrowe.com/interest-based-communicationTo learn about Legacy Interviews: https://www.legacyinterviews.com/

Oct 25, 2024 • 31min
ATR: Grain Storage Woes, China Faltering, CA farm values plummeting @DamianPMason
The Ag Tribes Report, hosted by Vance Crowe, discussed several key issues affecting agriculture. Damian Mason highlighted the grain storage shortage in the Midwest, with farmers piling corn in abandoned quarries due to a glut in production and low prices. Mason also addressed China's reduced grain purchases, attributing it to economic slowdown and new suppliers. The conversation shifted to California's San Joaquin Valley, where land values have plummeted due to new groundwater regulations. The Farm Assistance and Revenue Mitigation Act was also discussed, noting its potential inflationary impact. Finally, Mason shared his skepticism about the 1969 moon landing.

Oct 22, 2024 • 1h 28min
4 Core Principles to Live By - Phil Bender; Legacy Interviews Open Sessions
Phil Bender is a father, husband, entrepreneur, and author. This interview shows a man who values relationships, storytelling, personal growth, and performance, with a deep appreciation for family, coaching, and emotional awareness.The point of a Legacy Interview is to show your loved ones as they truly are. This is a unique podcast episode as it is a peek behind the curtain into what a Legacy Interview looks like. We talk about Phil's life ranging from his ancestry all the way to the legacy he intends to leave behind. This episode is a wonderful look at the importance of passing down stories to the next generation. Book a Legacy Interview | https://legacyinterviews.com/Timestamps:0:00 - Intro1:51 - Where are the Benders from?17:50 - Did your parents take you to church?24:45 - Were you a good student?29:15 - Love to perform, hate to be judged33:10 - Phil hiring his first executive coach42:00 - How did you come back from staring at the abyss?49:50 - What did your wife's parents think of you?52:00 - Were you ready to be a parent?1:02:45 - What is success?1:12:40 - What does it mean to be a Bender?1:15:40 - What advice do you have for your boys on fatherhood?Connect with us! =============================IG: ➡︎ / legacy_interviews ===========================How To Work With Us: ===========================Want to do a Legacy Interview for you or a loved one?A Legacy Interview is a two-hour recorded interview with you and a host that can be watched now and viewed in the future. It is a recording of what you experienced, the lessons you learned and the family values you want passed down. We will interview you or a loved one, capturing the sound of their voice, wisdom and a sense of who they are. These recorded conversations will be private, reserved only for the people that you want to share it with.#Vancecrowepodcast #legacyinterviews