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Barnyard Language
Real talk about running farms and raising families. Whether your farm is a raised bed in your backyard or 10,000 acres and whether your family is in the planning stages or you've got 12 kids, we're glad you found us! No sales, no religious conversion, no drama. Just honest talk from two mamas who know what it's like when everyone is telling you to just get all your meals delivered and do all your shopping online, but your internet is too slow and you've got cows to feed.
Episodes
Barnyard LanguageThe Art of Painting With Engine Oil: A Conversation with Amy Whitewhick
In this episode of Barnyard Language, Caite and Arlene chat with Amy Whitewick, also known as TD Centaur, an artist from Somerset, England, who transforms used…
Barnyard LanguageRaising Cows and Kids with Helen Griffiths
This week, Caite and Arlene share farm updates from Iowa and Ontario, including unusual October heat, harvest progress, and Canadian Thanksgiving, then…
Barnyard LanguageFarming, Family, and Finding Balance with Brittany Huston
This week, Caite and Arlene interview Brittany Huston (“The Farm Witch”) from South Carolina about personal growth after a decade parenting medically complex…
Barnyard LanguageThe Power of Connection and Community in Agriculture with Amanda Donlon
This week, Caite and Arlene interview Amanda Donlon from Froelich, Iowa, a tiny town tied to tractor inventor John Froelich and its Fall-der-all celebration…
Barnyard LanguageSeason Six Kick Off! Homesteading with Andrea: Life Off-the-Grid in British Columbia
This week, Caite and Arlene are back with Season Six and kick it off with a conversation with Andrea from Three Birch Homestead in British Columbia about what…
Barnyard LanguageThe importance of succession with Anessa Good-Hassard
This week, Caite and Arlene discuss the one thing that most farms and families overlook, which are the critical details that can make or break their succession…
Barnyard LanguageSupporting Rural Births with Brittany Higgins
This week, Caite and Arlene interview Illinois doula Brittany Higgins, a former labor nurse who left hospital work about 18 months ago to run her doula…
Barnyard LanguageLife After Bankruptcy on the Farm with Cassandra Row
Cassandra Row, joining Arlene and Caite from Nebraska, describes “growing” three children (ages nine, six, and four), an accidental homestead (garden…
Barnyard LanguageFamily Roots and Hemp Shoots with Morgan Tweet, CEO of IND Hemp
Arlene and Caite sit down this week with Morgan Tweet, CEO of IND Hemp in Fort Benton, Montana, discuss “growing” her young family, the industrial hemp…
Barnyard LanguageRural Resilience: Will Westmoreland on Farming, Politics, and Community
Will Westmoreland, a Missouri agroforestry grower, discusses focusing on expanding Chinese chestnuts and developing gluten-free chestnut flour, after past work…
Barnyard LanguageBalancing Act: Parenting, Farming, and Advocacy with Anna Pesek
This week, Caite and Arlene interview Iowa farmer, Anna Pesek of Over the Moon in rural Delaware County, about what she’s “growing”: farrow-to-finish purebred…
Barnyard LanguageGrace, Grit and Lipstick with Shelby Watson Hampton
In this conversation with Shelby Watson Hampton, the first Maryland and first vineyard guest, describes her family’s five-acre estate vineyard and on-farm…
Barnyard LanguageWe Don't Talk Politics but We’re Making an Exception: A Conversation With Rob Sand, Candidate for Iowa Governor
In this episode of Barnyard Language, Caite and Arlene sit down with Rob Sand to talk about family, leadership, and what it really means to “grow” something…
Barnyard LanguageFarm Girls Unfiltered: Adult Friendships, Feral Children and Coffee Pot Confessions
Arlene and Caite recap post-Easter farm life—wrapping an easy lambing season, prepping for fieldwork, and navigating spring weather, a sump pump issue, and…
Barnyard LanguageJohn Deere Tractor History Through the Eyes of an Archivist with Neil Dahlstrom
This week, Caite and Arlene interview Neil Dahlstrom from the Quad Cities, an archivist at John Deere who manages historical records, collections, antique…
Barnyard LanguageCrop Insurance, Advocating and Family Dynamics in Agriculture with Suzy Brandt
In this engaging conversation, Suzy Brandt shares her experiences as a dairy farmer and mother, discussing the challenges and joys of balancing family life…
Barnyard LanguageThe New Age of Farming: Family, Sustainability, and Business with Jared Hamilton
Jared shares how he’s leading regenerative change on his multi-generation farm by earning buy-in from family and a 40-person team through coaching, small…
Barnyard LanguageQuail Farming and Parenting with Brittney Miller
In this interview, Brittney Miller, a second-generation quail farmer from South Carolina, shares the story of her family’s 55-year-old business, Manchester…
Barnyard LanguageA Barnyard Language Mini Exclusive: Thoughts and Feelings on the Current Societal Climate
Friends, this isn't your typical episode. Today, Caite and Arlene discuss the current state of the United States, characterized by a slide into fascism and…
Barnyard LanguageWhat Resilient Parenting Looks Like on the Farm with Dr. Kate Lund
In this episode of Barnyard Language, Caite and Arlene discuss various personal and global topics before introducing their guest, Dr. Kate Lund. Dr. Lund is a…
Barnyard LanguageFrom Crops to Kids: How Amanda Balances Farm Life and Raising Kids in Nebraska
In this interview, Amanda from Nebraska shares insights into her life on a family farm, where she and her husband manage a cow-calf operation and grow various…
Barnyard LanguageSaving Heritage Breeds: Insights from Jeanette Beringer at the Livestock Conservancy
In this interview, Jeannette Beringer from North Carolina discusses her efforts in preserving endangered livestock breeds, particularly focusing on a French…
Barnyard LanguageGrowing a Family & Wagyu in the High Desert of Arizona with Candice Bernard, Whitebarn Wagyu
On this week's episode of Barnyard Language, Caite and Arlene sit down with Candice Bernard from Arizona, who, along with her husband, operates a diverse…
Barnyard LanguageFarm Life on "The Rock": A Conversation with Susan Lester Ryan
In this interview, Susan Lester Ryan from Lester's Farm Market in Newfoundland discusses various aspects of her farming business and family life. The…
Barnyard LanguageFarming and Parenting in Scotland with Gemma Hodge
In this episode of Barnyard Language, Gemma Hodge from Scotland talks about her life on the farm with her husband George, their children, their livestock, and…
Barnyard LanguageNavigating Rural Healthcare & a Liver Transplant with Courtney Miller
In this episode of Barnyard Language, Caite and Arlene, share updates on their lives post-Halloween, discussing children's Halloween experiences, community…
Barnyard LanguageRaising a Family &. a First Generation Ranch with Calli Williams
In this episode of Barnyard Language, Caite and Arlene talk about ranching and parenting with Calli Williams, a first-generation rancher from South Dakota…
Barnyard LanguageRelationships, and Regenerative Ranching with Christine Martin
In this episode of 'Barnyard Language,' Caite and Arlene discuss the seasonal changes on their farms, the challenges and joys of raising livestock, and…
Barnyard LanguageModern Crofting & Single Parenting on the Farm with Sally Crowe
In this episode of Barnyard Language, Arlene and Caite discuss the latest happenings on their farms, including Canadian Thanksgiving, the birth of new calves…
Barnyard LanguageDrama Llamas, Socks and Shanks with Sam Haley
We're glad you're joining us for another episode of Barnyard Language. If you enjoy the show, please tell a friend (or two) and be sure to rate and review us…
Barnyard LanguageVeterinarian by Day, Farm Mom by Night With Jessie MacQuarrie
The podcast episode features an interview with Jessie MacQuarrie from Prince Edward Island, a dairy farmer, and a large animal veterinarian, discussing her…
Barnyard LanguageHusband Calling Contests in Iowa with Risty & Wendy Bryce
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Barnyard LanguagePart 2: Farming, Family, and Fostering: A Conversation with Dr. Erin Masur
In this episode, Dr. Erin Masur joins us to share her unique perspective as a veterinarian, sheep farmer, and adoptive parent. We dive into the science and…
Barnyard LanguagePart 1: Farming, Family, and Fostering: A Conversation with Dr. Erin Masur
In this episode, Dr. Erin Masur joins us to share her unique perspective as a veterinarian, sheep farmer, and adoptive parent. We dive into the science and…
Barnyard LanguageSeason 5 Kick Off Talking All Things "Ag"vocacy and Raising Boys on the Farm with Natalie Kovarik
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Barnyard LanguageSummer Replay: Dairy Farming and Parenting in the UK with Charlotte Ashley
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Barnyard LanguageSummer Replay: Sitting Down with Occuplaytional Therapist, Kelsie Olds
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Barnyard LanguageSummer Replay: Sheep Shearing Across the Pond with Scottish Farmer, Lizzie Thompson
This episode is brought to you by our partner ChopLocal University In this engaging conversation, Lizzie Thompson shares her experiences as a sheep farmer in…
Barnyard LanguageSummer Replay: All Things Farming and Parenting with Greg and BrookeAnna Peterson from the Peterson Farm Bros
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Barnyard LanguageDiscovering Agriculture, Dairy Farming and Homeschooling with Tara Vander Dussen
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Barnyard LanguageThings Farm Moms Should Talk More About: Postpartum Anxiety, Self Care, and Rural Pregnancy with Michaela Gassling
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Barnyard LanguagePart 2: From Vegetarian to Sheep Farmer and Everything in Between with Eliza Blue
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Barnyard LanguagePart 1: From Vegetarian to Sheep Farmer and Everything in Between with Eliza Blue
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Barnyard LanguageGrowing Minds in Agriculture with Calli Thorne
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Barnyard LanguageFarm to Shark Tank: Behind the Scenes of Cowpots with Amanda Freund
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Barnyard LanguageThe Power of Vulnerability in Agriculture with Coach Kiah Twisselman-Burchett
This episode is brought to you by our partner, ChopLocal University. Summary In this conversation, Kiah Twisselman-Burchett shares her journey of urban farming…
Barnyard LanguageNavigating Sleep Behavior with Children for Parents on the Farm with Phoebe Olszewski
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Barnyard LanguageBehind the Scenes of a New Ag TV Series, "Cows Come Home" with Lindsey Middleton and Katie Uhlmann
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Barnyard LanguageA Deep Dive with Farmer, Mother and Author, Lorna Sixsmith
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Barnyard LanguageRural Living, Family Dynamics and Dumpster Fires with Janine Lunn (aka Arlene's Sister)
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Barnyard LanguageFinding Alignment in Agriculture: Emily Reuschel on Parenting and Personal Growth
This episode is brought to you by our partner, ChopLocal and ChopLocal University. In this engaging conversation, Emily Reuschel shares her journey of personal…
Barnyard LanguageNavigating Motherhood and Cancer: Brooke Clay-Taylor's Journey
This episode is brought to you by our partner, ChopLocal University In this conversation, Brooke Clay-Taylor shares her journey of growth, both personally and…
Barnyard LanguageDirect to Consumer Meat Marketing, ADHD, & Hedgehogs with Katie Olthoff
This episode is brought to you by our partners, Blooming Health Farms and ChopLocal University In this conversation, Katie Olthoff shares her experiences as a…
Barnyard LanguageThe Side of Farm Succession That Farmers Don't Talk About with Karen Versloot
This episode is brought to you by our partners, Blooming Health Farms and ChopLocal University In this conversation, Karen Versloot shares her journey as a…
Barnyard LanguageFan Favorite Rerun: Double the Trouble with the Oh Sheep Shit Gals, Shannon & Kayla
This episode is brought to you by our partners, Blooming Health Farms and ChopLocal University Shannon Torgerson and Kayla Sarvis, also known as the O Sheep…
Barnyard LanguageFan Favorite Rerun with Sean Short, founder of Blooming Health Farms
This episode is brought to you by our partners, Blooming Health Farms and ChopLocal University Sean Short, the owner of Blooming Health Farms, shares his…
Barnyard LanguageFrom Ontario to New Brunswick: Adrienne's Farming & Parenting Journey
This episode is brought to you by our partners, Blooming Health Farms and ChopLocal University In this conversation, Adrienne Helder shares her journey as a…
Barnyard LanguageStephanie Kloostra's Journey in Homesteading and Parenting
This episode is brought to you by our partners, Blooming Health Farms and ChopLocal University In this conversation, Stephanie Kloostra shares her journey into…
Barnyard LanguageFrom City Life to Farm Life: Christina Struckmeyer's Journey in Parenting & Farming
This episode is brought to you by our partners, Blooming Health Farms and ChopLocal University In this engaging conversation, Christina Struckmeyer shares her…
Barnyard LanguageSheep Shearing Across the Pond with Scottish Farmer, Lizzie Thompson
This episode is brought to you by our partners, Blooming Health Farms and ChopLocal University In this engaging conversation, Lizzie Thompson shares her…