Send us a text This episode the crew sits with Scott Bice to talk about Saanen doe kid Vineyard View Yuzu Kapi'olani and Alpine buck kid Redwood Hills Titan Bounty who he and sister Jennifer consigned into this year's spotlight sale. Join in to hear what makes Kapi'olani so royal and why the bounty is endless with bounty! Redwood Hills website Spotlight Feature Capralite use code RINGSIDE5 at checkout to get 5% off your order today we have merch !...
Jul 08, 2025•32 min•Season 1Ep. 280
Send us a text Join Jon and Danielle as they interview more ADGA Spotlight Sale consigners. They talk about the purebred Toggenburg with Evie Harry, the LaMancha breeders trio with Trinity Smith and the Oberhasli with TeCoa Stroda. Goat-Sans breeders Trio Evie's Neon Lucerne Cream-of=Kansas' Sugar Berry This episode was brought to you by Capralite . Use code RINGSIDE5 at checkout to get 5% off your order today we have merch!...
Jul 07, 2025•1 hr 17 min•Season 1Ep. 279
Send us a text join Jon and Danielle as they sit down with Renee Wolf (Wolfivan Ranch) Sarah Martin (Kenzie's Dairy Goats) and Lacey Yates (Raising Arrow Nubians) to talk about their ADGA Spotlight Sale Consignments Wolfivan Island Root Raising Arrows Sweet Devotion Kenzie's WLM Astoria This episode is sponsored by Capralite ! use code RINGSIDE5 at checkout to get 5% off your order today! Danielle's Playlist we have merch !...
Jul 03, 2025•1 hr 16 min•Season 1Ep. 278
Send us a text On this week's first spotlight sale special episode we welcome Thanh Duong of CA Blackberrys. A wonderful herd and family who raise nationally recognized nubians and nigerians. Thanh sits down with us to talk about their nubian buck kid in the spotlight sale CA Blackberry's CM Isomalt then we sit down with Sarah Martin to talk about her recorded grade lamancha type doe kid in the sale Kenzie's FIF Dixie...
Jul 01, 2025•44 min•Season 1Ep. 277
Send us a text We're heading to Nationals to spotlight the animals consigned to the spotlight sale! 3G Family Farm Golden Dragon Hoosier Homestead Vic’s Kaiser this episode of Ringside is sponsored by Capralite ! use code RINGSIDE5 at checkout to get 5% off today! we have merch...
Jun 26, 2025•57 min•Season 1Ep. 276
Send us a text After being declared dead last fall, the ADGA Spotlight Sale is back and it's rising with style! This week, we're joined by Joseph Larson co-char of the Spotlight Sale committee and breeder of one of this year's featured bucks, a Toggenburg named Michael Scott? We dive into what led to the sale's cancellation in 2024, how the committee brought it back to 2025 and what changes breeders can expect this year, We then dive into what makes Michael Scott so special and why he'll make an...
Jun 25, 2025•1 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 275
Send us a text This ones for the robots! We're wrapping up Dairy Goat Awareness Week by featuring the listeners and robocop, of course Ringside is brought to you by Capralite . Use code RINGSIDE5 at checkout to get 5% off your order today! we have merch!
Jun 20, 2025•6 min•Season 1Ep. 274
Send us a text This Dairy Goat Awareness Week special episode is all about making goats accessible and how DaNelle does it! How does she educate the masses, how hard has she been bitten by the show bug and is she ready to retire from YouTube? Listen in to find out! Weed 'em & Reap Ringside is brought to you by Capralite ! Use code RINGSIDE5 to get 5% off your order today! We have merch!...
Jun 19, 2025•47 min•Season 1Ep. 273
Send us a text This episode is an AMA full of questions submitted by our listeners, did your special question got the answer you expected? This episode was sponsored by Capralite , use code RINGSIDE5 at checkout for 5% off your order today! We have merch!
Jun 18, 2025•43 min•Season 1Ep. 272
Send us a text In this episode we're joined by Dr. Kirt Schnipke for a deep dive into the tough decisions that shape a successful breeding program. Kirt shares his approach to selecting promising kids, knowing when to refresh your does lines, and how to evaluate bucks with a critical eye. We talk about the emotional side of culling, why moving on from even good animals can be necessary, and how sending quality stock to new herds can strengthen the breed overall. Whether you're making cuts or kee...
Jun 17, 2025•1 hr 13 min•Season 1Ep. 271
Send us a text It's Dairy Goat Awareness Week and we're putting the future in focus. This special episode, Jon and Danielle sit down with ADGA Youth Representative Belle Duong to talk about what it means to be a young leader in the dairy goat world. Belle shares her journey in the industry, how youth programs are shaping the next generation of breeders, and what she's doing to promote dairy goats. CA Blackberry's This episode was sponsored by Capralite use code RINGSIDE5 at checkout to get 5% of...
Jun 16, 2025•30 min•Season 1Ep. 270
Send us a text In this week's episode of Ringside, we're diving deep into the feed scoop... literally! While Jon and Danielle may not raise Nigerians themselves, they knew just who to call for expert insight, Beth Williams of Tucker Farm- Moon Station Nigerian Dwarf Goats. As one of the top breeders in the country, Beth joins us to break down how to feed Nigerian Dwarfs for peak performance in the milk pail and show ring. From prepping for that first local show to maintaining that champion bloom...
Jun 12, 2025•56 min•Season 1Ep. 269
Send us a text Every breeder hits that fort in the road where they have decisions to make, will they continue to just meet the bare minimum or will they go the extra mile to make their herd great? This episode is sponsored by CAPRALITE use code RINGSIDE5 at checkout to get 5% off your order today. we have merch!...
Jun 03, 2025•1 hr 15 min•Season 1Ep. 268
Send us a text Whether you're brand new to the goat show scene or a seasoned exhibitor, there's one thing we all need to bring to the ring, RESPECT. In this episode of Ringside, Jon and Danielle dive into the unspoken rules of dairy goat show etiquette. Fro touching other people's animals s(don't) to ringside trash talk, we're laying it all out with a ix of humor, real talk and a little tough love. We share our biggest show ring pet peeves, the small courtesies that make a big difference and how...
May 27, 2025•1 hr 10 min•Season 1Ep. 267
Send us a text In this episode Dr. Anne Jones of Latte Da Dairy in Texas joins Danielle and Jon to talk about clinical and subclinical mastitis. They talk about how it effects the udder, how to care for the udder and how to test and treat mastitis. This episode of Ringside was sponsored by Capralite ! use code RINGSIDE5 at checkout to get 5% off your purchase today! Latte Da Dairy Goats The String Episode 1 we have merch!...
May 20, 2025•1 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 266
Send us a text Now that kidding season is finished with the Ringside hosts, show season has quickly become the focus. Listen in as Danielle and Jon talk about their first two weeks of showing their goats and how they did. Listen in as jon rants about current things in the industry that bother him. we have merch
May 13, 2025•54 min•Season 1Ep. 265
Send us a text This week Jon and Danielle turn on their milk machines with Jason Porter and discuss the in's and out's of milk machines. The daily care and upkeep to keep your machine working correctly, simple tips to make life easier with your milk machine and insights on how it should be running. If you're looking into getting a new machine or just want some pointers, this episode is for you. In the market for a new machine? Ringside has you covered! If you make a purchase on the Capralite web...
Apr 29, 2025•1 hr 12 min•Season 1Ep. 264
Send us a text This week Danielle and Jon talk about being burned out and how exhaustion and lack of passion can lead to issues and how simple things can make life on the farm easier every day. We have merch!
Apr 22, 2025•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 263
Send us a text This week Jon, Danielle and Tyler of Casa Ram Dairy Goats sit down and talk about the results of their lap ai session now that the kids are born. Find out who found success, what they would do differently and if they'd consider doing it in the future. We have merch Tyler's Goats...
Apr 15, 2025•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 262
Send us a text In part 2 of our "Raising Kids Right" series, we're diving into the daily care and practices that help turn those adorable babies into thriving future champions, We cover everything from preventing and managing coccidia, to bottle feeding techniques, introducing hay and grain and creating a safe and healthy barn environment for your kids. Technical difficulties almost got us this time but we're still here buy merch so we can buy a new computer we have merch!...
Apr 08, 2025•1 hr 14 min•Season 1Ep. 261
Send us a text Raising a champion dairy goat starts long before they step into the show ring. It begins the moment that kid hits the ground. In this episode of Ringside we're kicking off part one of our deep dive into raising kids the right way. From evaluating newborns for show potential to setting them up for success with proper handling. We're covering everything you need to know about those crucial early months of that kid's life. We have merch! our links...
Apr 01, 2025•1 hr 15 min•Season 1Ep. 260
Send us a text In this episode of Ringside, we sit down with Seth Loudenbeck of Loudenbeck Farms Dairy Goats LLC to explore the future of the dairy industry. From emerging trends to the challenges and innovations shaping the field. Seth shares valuable insights on where the industry is headed, Whether you're a seasoned breeder or just curious about the evolving commercial side of the dairy goat world, this episode offers a fascinating look at what's next to come. Loudenbeck Farms we have merch!...
Mar 25, 2025•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 259
Send us a text Kidding season is full of surprises- some wonderful, some downright stressful! In this episode of Ringside, we're joined by Briana Desfosses to talk about everything from textbook deliveries to the most challenging dystocias. We discuss the signs of trouble, when to intervene, and how to handle mispresentations, breech births, and stuck kids. Whether you're a seasoned breeder or experiencing your first kidding season, this episode is packed with expert advice, real life stories, a...
Mar 18, 2025•1 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 258
Send us a text Online sales are a new concept to the dairy goat world. Last year, Cameron and Katherine Jodlowski started "the keeper pen sale" to help move dairy goats to the current century. This year they hold their 2nd keeper pen sale with numerous breeders from across the country, offering up the best genetics they can for the sale. Find out what drove the Jodlowski's to start the sale and how they curate it to hopefully offer something for anyone looking for their next keeper. The Keeper P...
Mar 11, 2025•1 hr 12 min•Season 1Ep. 257
Send us a text This week the Ringside Crew talks about emerging trends in the dairy goat industry that the listeners should be aware of. Some of them for the better and some for the worse... tune in and you decide if you agree with their take on Industry trends you need to know! We have merch!
Mar 06, 2025•1 hr 12 min•Season 1Ep. 256
Send us a text Once goat kids start to hit the ground across the country, everyone seems to switch gears to buying or selling goats. There are ways to keep everyone happy during those transactions and today Ringside is here to help you figure out the etiquette behind buying and selling goats. we have merch! our links...
Feb 25, 2025•1 hr 9 min•Season 1Ep. 255
Send us a text In this episode we get so heated that Danielle has to publicly apologize to Jon... we have merch!
Feb 19, 2025•1 hr 41 min•Season 1Ep. 254
Send us a text In this episode, we're diving deep into the breeding program at Wolfivan Ranch with Renne Wolf. Known for her impressive herd of Nigerian Dwarf Goats, Renee has rapidly built a reputation for excellence in the world of dairy goats. From developing a successful breeding stategy to earning accolades at a national level, Renee shares the secrets behind her herd's success. -Join us as we discuss the Wolfivan Way= Renee's approach to breeding, her thoughts on linebreeding, performance ...
Feb 11, 2025•1 hr 4 min•Season 1Ep. 253
Send us a text When goats aren't milking and they're main focus is growing kids and staving off the cold, some farmers have a hard time balancing how to keep everyone in good shape. Jon and Danielle are joined by Morgan Allen of Haycreek Farm to discuss balancing nutrition so your goats can remain fit without growing huge kids and bigger bellies. Morgan's Farm we have merch!...
Feb 04, 2025•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 252
Send us a text Let's go shopping! That's right, Danielle and Jon are filling everyone in on whats in their kidding boxes and what they keep on hand when the magic of kidding season starts! Find our kidding supply lister on our website! our website we have merch
Jan 28, 2025•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 251
