
Casual Cattle Conversations
Casual Cattle Conversations is the podcast for beef cattle producers and ranchers to explore new ideas and hear stories that will help them improve their current management practices. Shaye Koester - Wanner connects listeners to other cattle producers and beef industry experts to discover what management practices, industry trends, current events and inspiring stories are impacting today’s beef cattle industry.
Latest episodes

Apr 4, 2022 • 24min
Feedlot Talk for the Rancher
Cassie Lappaseotes is a feedlot manager and rancher. She grew up in both segments and is a stakeholder in both today. In this 20-minute episode, Cassie shares how ranchers can build relationships with feedlots, what happens during those first few weeks calves are in a feedlot and what she is excited about in regard to future technology in the beef industry.
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Mar 28, 2022 • 22min
Working Through Daunting Drought Decisions
The expert himself, Burke Teichert, shares his advice after years of managing ranches in the west. He shares the number one action that can be taken and when to do it in this 20-minute episode of Casual Cattle Conversations.
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Mar 21, 2022 • 34min
The 7 Deadly Sins Made by First-generation Ranchers
Markie Hageman is a first-generation rancher and beef advocate. She shares the 7 Deadly Sins made by first-generation ranchers and how to avoid them in just 30 minutes.
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Mar 14, 2022 • 37min
Beef and Blockchain
Gregg Barfield is a blockchain and beef enthusiast who breaks down what blockchain is, how it works and what this technology means for beef producers in under 40 minutes on this episode of Casual Cattle Conversations.
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Mar 7, 2022 • 33min
Amplify Your Advocacy
Tara Vander Dussen has been intentionally advocating for over 6 years as @newmexicomilkmaid. She shares actionable tips for aspiring advocates to take the plunge and break down all the info into effective posts.
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Video: https://youtu.be/QOZwnGXb9xI
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Feb 28, 2022 • 40min
The Truth About Methane and the Beef Industry
Dr. Frank Mitloehner explains why methane is a concern, how the biogenic carbon cycle works, the beef industry’s role in this process and what ranchers can do to make a difference.
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Video: https://youtu.be/hDqinN5GuM8

Feb 21, 2022 • 38min
Easy Methods of Increasing Ranch Revenue
Adding revenue to your ranch and maximizing the value of your land can be EASY through LandTrust. LandTrust is a recreation access network that makes connects landowners with hunters, fishermen, bird watchers and many others. It’s easy to use and gives landowners full control. Listen on your favorite podcast app to learn more and join our live discussion via Zoom on March 21, 2022.
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Feb 14, 2022 • 25min
Analyzing and Implementing Alternative Feedstuff Options
Feed is the main input cost for most cow-calf operations, so it’s important to analyze your options to ensure you are feeding the most economical and effective ration to your herd. Dr. Karl Hoppe offers a starting place, actionable points and resources to ensure that you are doing this on your operation.
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Feb 7, 2022 • 23min
Maximizing the Value of Ranch Interns
Jaclyn Wilson and her family have been hosting interns for years. In this episode, she shares how interns have been valuable in improving their operation and why intern programs are important. Throughout the episode, Jaclyn shares tips on how to navigate housing, payment and management situations if you host interns.
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Jan 31, 2022 • 40min
Tips for Managing Hired Hands
Lance Cox comes from a ranching background and has worked on several operations other than his home place. In this episode, Lance shares his perspective and advice on how ranch hands and managers can better communicate and work together.