Ross Chastain takes you from doubleheaders in Iowa to road course battles at Watkins Glen, breaking down Shane van Gisbergen's win, and Connor Zilisch's fall. Then, he heads to Laurel, Delaware for a boots-on-the-ground tour of Horsey Turf Farms, diving into the world of residential sod. Plus, Ross tackles fan “Ask Across Anything” questions, shares a Richmond Raceway preview, and drops a few stories about billboards, glass-bottle Cokes, and his pit crew’s unexpected modeling career. Chapters: (...
Aug 14, 2025•27 min•Ep. 14
Country artist Drew Baldridge joins Like A Farmer to talk about building his music career from the ground up, without a label. Raised in a small Illinois farm town, Drew shares how his rural roots shaped his sound, why old-school country is making a comeback, and how he made it to the Grand Ole Opry by betting on himself. Baldridge also talks about making an awkward request to Luke Combs and how he spent much of COVID playing concerts in rural folks' backyards. Chapters: (0:00) - Welcome Drew Ba...
Aug 13, 2025•36 min•Ep. 83
In this high-energy episode of Like A Farmer, we sit down with the #1 ranked professional bareback rider in the world, Rocker Steiner. At just 21 years old, Rocker’s already cemented his place in rodeo history with wins like his $100,000 payday at The American, and he’s just getting started. Rocker opens up about his fourth-grade education, being born into a legendary rodeo family, and what it takes to rise to the top of the PRCA world rankings. He shares the story behind his trademark red wardr...
Aug 06, 2025•46 min•Ep. 82
Ross Chastain is back behind the mic with another episode of Ag to Asphalt! This week, Ross recaps the action-packed races at Pocono and EchoPark Speedway, sharing his takeaways and behind-the-scenes moments. He also takes listeners out to Pless Farms’ peanut fields for a look at life on the farm during the growing season. Plus, it's time for another Ask Ross Anything segment, where Ross answers YOUR burning questions. And don’t miss his thoughts heading into one of the most unique events of the...
Jul 31, 2025•23 min•Ep. 13
Country music star Dillon Carmichael joins Like A Farmer to dive deep into the rich ties between country music and rural life. From his Kentucky roots (bourbon, chicken, and football included) to honoring veterans by hanging American flags during COVID, Dillon shares the stories that shape his music and his mission. Presented by CASE KNIVES, the Cut That Song segment explores his family’s lineage in music. Dillon also talks about the legacy of the FFA jacket, answers some tough questions during ...
Jul 30, 2025•39 min•Ep. 81
This week on Like A Farmer, outlaw country star Cody Jinks pulls up a chair for a raw, wide-ranging conversation you won’t want to miss. From his punk and metal roots to writing “Hippies and Cowboys” while broke, Cody shares the untold stories behind his rise to country music icon status. He opens up about the struggles during COVID, why he homeschools his kids, what made him quit drinking, and what he wants his legacy to be. Plus, his Mount Rushmore of music, spicy takes on today’s industry, an...
Jul 23, 2025•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 80
Ross Chastain is back behind the mic with another episode of Ag to Asphalt! This week, Ross recaps the action-packed races at Pocono and EchoPark Speedway, sharing his takeaways and behind-the-scenes moments. He also takes listeners out to Pless Farms’ peanut fields for a look at life on the farm during the growing season. Plus, it's time for another Ask Ross Anything segment, where Ross answers YOUR burning questions. And don’t miss his thoughts heading into one of the most unique events of the...
Jul 17, 2025•33 min•Ep. 12
Live from the iconic Nashville Superspeedway, this special episode of Like A Farmer brings together horsepower and homegrown flavor! NASCAR driver and proud watermelon farmer Ross Chastain joins us fresh off his BIG win at the Coca-Cola 600, sharing behind-the-scenes stories and his deep-rooted passion for the Ag to Asphalt series, now airing under the Like A Farmer channel. Ross opens up about how NASCAR and agriculture are finally coming together to spotlight America’s farming communities, on ...
Jul 16, 2025•32 min•Ep. 79
On this episode of Like A Farmer, country rocker Uncle Kracker sits down to talk music, memories, and Motor City roots. He dives into growing up in Detroit, kicking off his music career at just 12 years old, and how Kid Rock helped launch his path to stardom. In Beer Thoughts presented by OUTLAW LIGHT, Kracker shares raw takes on today’s music scene, writing rap in his early years, and how the industry’s changed since his debut. He doesn’t shy away from the details, including the Eminem vs. Kid ...
Jul 09, 2025•56 min•Ep. 78
Ross Chastain is back behind the mic with another episode of Ag to Asphalt! This week, Ross recaps the action-packed races at Pocono and EchoPark Speedway, sharing his takeaways and behind-the-scenes moments. He also takes listeners out to Pless Farms’ peanut fields for a look at life on the farm during the growing season. Plus, it's time for another Ask Ross Anything segment, where Ross answers YOUR burning questions. And don’t miss his thoughts heading into one of the most unique events of the...
Jul 03, 2025•19 min•Ep. 11
In this flavorful episode of the Like A Farmer Podcast, we sit down with Matt Pittman, better known as the founder of Meat Church and the Official Pitmaster of the Dallas Cowboys, Matt shares the smoky origin story of how Meat Church was born, how he landed on its unforgettable name, and the divine opportunities that followed. From cooking on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon to preparing holiday meals for Dak Prescott and even George W. Bush, Matt dishes out unforgettable stories behind the sc...
Jul 01, 2025•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 77
How did John Shahidi go from app developer to media mogul and master marketer behind the Full Send and Happy Dad brands? It started with a Justin Bieber meeting and exploded from there. In this exclusive Like A Farmer episode, Shahidi tells untold stories from traveling on Trump Force One, working with the Nelk Boys, launching Happy Dad, and getting deep with celebrities like Snoop Dogg, Dana White, Theo Von, and Elon Musk. Learn how John's reshaping the podcast world and why authenticity is the...
Jun 25, 2025•1 hr 48 min•Ep. 76
In this episode of Ag to Asphalt, NASCAR driver Ross Chastain takes you behind the scenes of a packed few weeks, starting with his race at Michigan Super Speedway and a memorable trip south of the border for the Via Mexico 250. Presented by Georgia Boot, Ross visits Midwest Feeding Company to get a hands-on look at their massive cattle operation, including some pen-cleaning duty! He also tackles a fresh batch of Ask Ross Anything questions from fans and gives a sneak peek into what he's expectin...
Jun 19, 2025•24 min•Ep. 10
This week on Like A Farmer, we sit down with rising country star Bayker Blankenship, the voice behind the viral hit Maxed Out. From building his Mount Rushmore of Music to pondering “What if I was Riley Green,” Bayker opens up about the fans who keep him grounded, the song that lit the fuse on his career, and how he’s navigating fame before even turning 21. He steps into the hot seat for "Give 'Em the Boot" presented by Tecovas, where he faces tough, tell-all questions. Bayker also gives us a pe...
Jun 18, 2025•39 min•Ep. 75
In this episode of Like A Farmer, Sean Gleason, the CEO of Professional Bull Riders (PBR), joins us to talk about the evolution of one of the fastest-growing sports in America. Sean shares the story behind the creation of the PBR Team Series and how it’s expanding the sport’s audience and reach in powerful new ways. He dives into the current state of the organization, the mission to bring bull riding to every corner of the country, and the surprising role of farm values, like hard work and respe...
Jun 11, 2025•42 min•Ep. 74
In this high-octane episode of Ag to Asphalt, NASCAR driver Ross Chastain takes us under the hood of one of the wildest wins of his career: his last-to-first triumph at the Coca-Cola 600. From scrambling overnight to build a backup car, to starting dead last with a goal of cracking the top 20, Ross breaks down how it all came together, including running 20 laps with clean air, chasing down William Byron, and the moment he took the lead. He shares what went through his mind crossing the finish li...
Jun 05, 2025•25 min•Ep. 9
Red Bull athlete and elite CrossFit competitor Noah Ohlsen joins the Like a Farmer Podcast for a high-energy episode ahead of the Rancher Strong Games on June 7 at the iconic Cowtown Coliseum. Noah dives into what happens when farmers and ranchers go head-to-head with CrossFit pros, and how grit, grind, and growth connect the barn to the gym. Noah opens up about his intense training schedule, his life philosophy “Happy But Hungry,” and the surprising synergy between harvesting crops and building...
Jun 04, 2025•48 min•Ep. 73
In today’s episode, we saddle up with award-winning actor Neal McDonough to talk about his latest role in The Last Rodeo, a gritty new film that dives deep into the heartland of America and the world of PBR. Neal opens up about the highs and lows of his decades-long career, including the moment he nearly lost it all. He reflects on working alongside legends, shares sage advice from Clint Eastwood, and recounts a hilarious story involving Sylvester Stallone. Whether you're a fan of film, faith, o...
May 28, 2025•58 min•Ep. 72
Ross Chastain is back behind the mic after a high-speed weekend in Kansas City and a podium-worthy performance at NASCAR All-Star Weekend. He breaks down the race action, what clicked for that third-place finish, and what he's taking into next weekend’s Coca-Cola 600 in Charlotte. Then it’s a detour into the ag world, as Ross visits Precision Farms in Braselton, Georgia — a cutting-edge turf grass operation supplying some of the most iconic sports venues in the country. Ross gets his Georgia Boo...
May 22, 2025•25 min•Ep. 8
In this episode of the Like a Farmer Podcast, Pat sits down with comedian, actor, and viral sensation Josh Mancuso, the man behind the internet’s favorite sports skits. Known for hilariously impersonating college mascots and fanbases, Josh opens up about the surprising story behind his first viral video, how he writes his sketches, and the unexpected doors his online fame has opened, including launching The Josh Mancuso Show with Rated Red. Josh also gives Pat a crash course in acting and makes ...
May 21, 2025•55 min•Ep. 71
Grey Zabel, the 18th overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft and newest member of the Seattle Seahawks, joins the Like A Farmer Podcast for a wide-ranging, down-to-earth conversation about how his upbringing on the farm still drives him on and off the field. The North Dakota State standout opens up about the moment he got the draft call, why staying true to his roots meant more than chasing NIL dollars, and how close he came to a future in baseball as a left-handed flamethrower. We dig into what it w...
May 14, 2025•47 min•Ep. 70
Ross Chastain breaks down a wild couple of weeks on the track, including a second-place finish in Texas. He also gives his take on the latest adjustments to NASCAR's All-Star Weekend, what’s changing, and why it matters. Ross then heads off the track to ME White Farms in Timmonsville, South Carolina, where he dives into crop diversity and hops inside a chicken house. Plus, get a driver’s-eye preview of Kansas Speedway, a track where Ross parked it in Victory Lane last fall. Chapters: (0:00) - We...
May 08, 2025•20 min•Ep. 7
Country riser Graham Barham joins the Like A Farmer Podcast to talk about his wild ride in the music industry, from nearly walking away from it all to cutting hits like “Oil Money.” Graham shares his TikTok Prayer Method, why he believes country music has the best storytellers, and the unlikely story behind getting Sydney Thomas in a music video. He opens up about the influence of farming values, deals with the haters (“This song’s fire on mute”? Seriously?), and gives fans a preview of his firs...
May 07, 2025•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 69
Colton, Zach, and Garrett of Restless Road take us down the winding path from Simon Cowell’s radar to Nashville stages, sharing behind-the-scenes stories from X Factor, American Idol, and beyond. The trio reflects on the bond that keeps them grounded and the surprising trios they place at the top of their personal Mount Rushmore. They dive into everything from pollinating corn to Pat McAfee’s West Virginia roots and reveal the band names that almost were. Don’t miss a hilarious round of “Who’s W...
Apr 30, 2025•52 min•Ep. 68
This week on Ag to Asphalt, Ross Chastain gets down and dirty—on and off the track. He kicks things off with a brief recap of the action at Bristol. Then it’s back to his roots with a visit to Cannon Ag Products in Turbeville, South Carolina. Ross hops off the hauler and onto the farm to talk butter beans, cattle, and crop life with Jeremy Cannon. Oh, Ross even gets his hands in the dirt helping plant the next round of seeds. Chapters: (0:00) - Welcome to Ag to Asphalt + Bristol Recap (0:30) - C...
Apr 24, 2025•10 min•Ep. 6
We sit down with Georgia Bulldogs’ standout offensive lineman Tate Ratledge—a man known just as much for his power in the trenches as for his legendary mullet. Tate opens up about playing under Coach Kirby Smart, going toe-to-toe in the SEC, and preparing for the NFL Draft with that same relentless, grind-it-out mentality that defines his game. We get into the good stuff: two National Championships, bouncing back from injury, and what separates Stetson Bennett from Carson Beck in the huddle. It’...
Apr 23, 2025•48 min•Ep. 67
In this episode, Conner sits down to talk about his bromance-turned-tour with Dylan Marlowe, and how a few hangouts turned into the “Did We Just Become Best Friends?” Tour. He breaks down their creative chemistry, trading demos and good vibes like it’s second nature. We dive into everything from his favorite boots (shoutout Tecovas), to a hilarious prank involving Dylan’s phone contacts. Conner also lets us in on the new frontier of AI songwriting, his take on Post Malone’s country turn, and the...
Apr 16, 2025•57 min•Ep. 66
NASCAR driver Ross Chastain is back behind the mic (and wheel) in this episode of Ag to Asphalt! Ross breaks down the action-packed races at Martinsville and Darlington — with a special shoutout to those legendary Martinsville hot dogs. He also gets a kick out of a headline asking “Is the old Ross Chastain back?” and shares his thoughts heading into the Food City 500 at Bristol. Plus, he visits Sill Farms in Punta Gorda, where potatoes are king. Chapters: (0:00) - Welcome to Ag to Asphalt! (0:38...
Apr 10, 2025•26 min•Ep. 5
In this special episode, we sit down with country music sensation Walker Hayes, who takes us through the journey of his smash hit, "Fancy Like." Walker shares the full scoop on how the song came to life, how it skyrocketed to fame, and the viral TikTok dance that turned it into a cultural phenomenon. He opens up about the aftermath of the song's success, from accolades to the whirlwind that followed. But it’s not just about the hit – Walker takes us through his incredible story of resilience. He...
Apr 09, 2025•1 hr 27 min•Ep. 65
Join sister country music duo Tigirlily Gold as they sit down with us to share their incredible journey from growing up in North Dakota to making their mark on Nashville's vibrant music scene. Kendra and Krista talk about their rise to fame, including how they started creating viral hits on TikTok, the unforgettable moment of being star-struck at the Grand Ole Opry, and the story behind their unique band name. The duo also opens up about the powerful influence of their grandmother, Judy, who not...
Apr 02, 2025•49 min•Ep. 64
