Take a Walk Down Tangent Lane
Send us a text This return of Goat Gab we hit a wide array of topics. Welcome to Tangent Lane!
Jun 27, 2025•1 hr 18 min
Goat Gab
A podcast by Goat People for Goat People! Between Laura and Cameron, the two have been raising, showing, milking, and managing goats for over 50 years. Tune in twice a month to listen to industry experts on all things dairy goats!
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Episodes
Show Prep Part 1 2025
Send us a text We are back! Cameron and Laura talk ADGA News, online sales, and then revisit show prep for 2025.
May 11, 2025•1 hr 12 min
March Madness
Send us a text Our March has been crazy--how about yours? On this episode of Goat Gab, Cameron and Laura hit on several topics of "madness..." kidding, purchasing semen tanks, ADGA and etc.
Apr 03, 2025•1 hr 7 min•Season 4Ep. 138
What If?
Send us a text On this episode of Goat Gab, Laura and Cameron discuss some "what if's" in the dairy goat world.....come join us in some fantasy/outside the box dreaming and see if you agree.
Mar 05, 2025•1 hr 13 min•Season 4Ep. 137
Cracking the Casein Allele with LaDonna Foley
Send us a text This week Cameron and Laura sit down with LaDonna Foley of Foley Farm Toggenburgs as we discuss the casein alleles in dairy goats. Find Foley Farms Toggenburgs on the internet HERE: https://ladonnafoley.wixsite.com/foleyfarms
Feb 19, 2025•1 hr 5 min
Becoming the Goat Doula with Robyn Van Wyk
Send us a text This week Laura and Cameron sit down with Robyn Van Wyk to discuss 2025 kidding preparations. Find more info about Van Wyk Acres- HERE- https://www.facebook.com/vanwykacres
Feb 05, 2025•1 hr 21 min
Catching Up with Craig Koopmann 2025
Send us a text Our annual "gab" with Mr. Craig Koopmann of Pleasant-Grove Dairy Goats focuses on the commercial dairy market, dairy goat sales, running a dairy and choosing animals for shows.
Jan 24, 2025•1 hr 9 min•Season 4Ep. 154
New Year, New You
Send us a text Our annual goal feature where Cameron and Laura discuss accountability, herd goals, and what we hope 2025 will hold.
Jan 08, 2025•1 hr 17 min
Potpourri 2024
Send us a text On this week's episode of Goat Gab, Cameron and Laura end the year with an episode that captures the essence of "gabbing about goats".....topics that are on our minds.
Dec 21, 2024•1 hr 2 min
Santa's List for the Dairy Goat Enthusiast
Send us a text On this week's episode of Goat Gab, Laura and Cameron accept the assignment of being Santa's helpers in seeking out the best gift options for the dairy goat enthusiasts in your life.
Dec 04, 2024•1 hr 12 min
Size Matters with Ringside Part 2
Send us a text This week we bury the hatchet! Laura and Cameron continue their discussion with Ringside co-hosts Danielle and Jon on herd size and breaking down small, medium, big herd sizes!
Nov 20, 2024•1 hr 24 min
To Breed or To Buy: That is the Question
Send us a text Laura and Cameron break down the old debate of is it better to breed or to buy? And what the dairy goat community thinks of buying goats vs the breeding of goats for a herd.
Nov 13, 2024•1 hr 9 min
Being the Bigger Breeder
Send us a text On this episode of Goat Gab, Cameron and Laura talk about what it takes to be a better breeder--or the "bigger breeder" in the way you treat other breeders and buyers.
Nov 07, 2024•1 hr 13 min•Season 4Ep. 148
2024 ADGA Convention Youth!
Send us a text Join us for our annual youth recording--a visit with the amazing and outstanding 2024 ADGA Youth who attended our National Convention held in Lake Geneva, WI.
Oct 31, 2024•40 min•Season 4Ep. 147
Keeping Up with the Bensons
Send us a text Meet Heidi and Jason Benson--a dairying duo from Wisconsin that make you wish you lived next door. This week Cameron and Laura talk about their unique dairy operation and their venture into the ADGA show ring. By the way--happy 4th birthday to our Podcast!
Oct 02, 2024•1 hr 22 min•Season 4Ep. 146
Come to Lake Geneva--2024 ADGA Convention! with Anna Thompson-Hajdik
Send us a text Do you have thoughts about attending the 2024 ADGA Convention to be held in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin? Anna Thompson-Hajdik, the local convention chair, gives you the inside scoop on what to expect and why YOU don't want to miss all of the excitement this October!
Sep 16, 2024•1 hr•Season 3Ep. 145
The Yearling Debate w/ Jill Pritchett and Chuck Pederson
Send us a text This week Laura and Cameron sit down with Jill Pritchett and Chuck Pederson of J-Haven Acres to discuss the yearling debate: dry or freshen. We visit with with the two on traits, decision making tips, stories and a whole of experience between the two of them! See the J-Haven Herd at https://www.jhavenacres.net
Sep 04, 2024•1 hr 7 min
The Best Laid Plans
Send us a text This week Cameron and Laura talk about breeding plans, herd goals, and the importance of having these made.
Aug 23, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Season 3Ep. 143
Rehash and Regroup
Send us a text On this episode of Goat Gab, Cameron and Laura discuss their experience at the 2024 ADGA National Show--what was learned and how that impacts future goals. It's a long episode....but there is a hidden gem at the end.
Jul 31, 2024•1 hr 36 min•Season 2Ep. 142
THE National Show Preparations Part #2
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Jul 11, 2024•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 141
The ADGA Youth Events with The Experts
Send us a text This week we sit down and talk about all things ADGA National Show YOUTH EVENTS not with adults, but with the people that actually do them- YOUTH! Laura and Cameron are joined by Regan Arney, Travis Arney and Bella Duong to discuss the ADGA Youth Events and give YOU tips and tricks to succeed on the big stage.
Jul 05, 2024•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 140
Small Herd on the Big Stage
Send us a text Are you a small herd, and wondered why you should consider attending a National Show? On this episode of Goat Gab, Laura and Cameron visit with Megan and Jennifer Lawrence of Jen-Ma-Ka Kids, a small herd that has made a big impact on Lamanchas and Saanens throughout the United States.
Jun 26, 2024•49 min•Season 3Ep. 139
THE National Show Preparations Part #1
Send us a text Laura and Cameron sit down to discuss what you should be doing you as prepare for the ADGA National Show for 2024
Jun 12, 2024•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 138
Show Prep 2024--the one with the Goats
Send us a text On our second part focusing on show prep, we welcome special guest Erika Streeter to talk about traveling with dairy goats. Join us for. a laid back, around the tack pen discussion with laughs and fun!
May 15, 2024•1 hr 25 min•Season 3Ep. 137
Show Prep 2024--The Equipment Edition
Send us a text It's almost show season! On this week's episode of Goat Gab, Cameron and Laura talk about preparation of your necessary equipment.
Apr 24, 2024•1 hr 11 min•Season 3Ep. 136
Building Your Veterinary Toolbox with Dr. Emma Kamps
Send us a text Cameron and Laura welcome Dr. Emma Kamps, a veterinarian and dairy goat breeder, to discuss the importance of building your own veterinary toolbox.....what it should contain and the ONE important tool every vet will thank you to have on hand for your own herd health!
Apr 17, 2024•1 hr 31 min•Season 3Ep. 135
Do's and Don't of Buying and Selling
Send us a text Its the time of year when our barns are overflowing, kid sales are blooming, and breeders are looking to add their next new herdsire or new dam line! On this episode of Goat Gab, Laura and Cameron revisit the topic of being a good buyer or a good seller, and what to avoid.
Apr 03, 2024•1 hr 16 min•Season 3Ep. 134
Selections that Make You Smile with Scott Bice
Send us a text We've talked for a couple years about "culling till you cry"--this year we are joined by Scott Bice from Redwood Hills/Vineyard View as we discuss the flip side of keeping your herd manageable---selecting the animals that make you smile.
Mar 13, 2024•1 hr 16 min•Season 3Ep. 133
Kidding Potpourri 2024
Send us a text Cameron and Laura with their annual "kidding potpourri" talking about raising kids, reproductive technology, farm news, and some laughs along the way.
Feb 25, 2024•1 hr 26 min•Season 3Ep. 132
Kidding Season Prep with Jason Peckham
Send us a text This week we come back with return guest Jason Peckham of Sublime Dairy Goats to talk about kidding season prep! Listen as Cameron, Laura and Jason unpack kidding and talk about all things from their experiences! Also, our first Q&A!!
Feb 08, 2024•1 hr 39 min•Ep. 131
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