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The Heart of Rural America

Amanda Radkerss.com

Welcome to the Heart of Rural America podcast. I’m your host, Amanda Radke ​-- a South Dakota cattle rancher, wife, mom of four, children’s book author, and motivational speaker.

I started this show with a simple goal in mind -- to share the untold stories of the often-overlooked independent farmer and rancher. On this program, We’ll discuss the challenges that face rural America and the anti-animal agriculture agenda that seeks to eliminate our way of life. But in the face of these ongoing battles, we’ll explore impactful solutions and meaningful pathways to profitability in order to keep producers on the land, to safeguard our private property rights, and to keep meat, dairy, and eggs on the dinner table.

And in stark contrast to the ugly, divisive headlines in today’s mainstream media, "The Heart of Rural America" will celebrate the faith, family values, patriotism, and work ethic of the incredible people I meet in my travels as an agricultural speaker. I hope you’ll be inspired by these agricultural entrepreneurs and rural families, just as I am.

Now let’s hit the dusty trail together as we uncover The Heart of Rural America. - Amanda

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Episodes

Amanda Radke Visits With Katie Hoffman For 'Government Watch South Dakota'

The landowner fight continues in South Dakota, and Amanda Radke recently sat down with Katie Hoffman of "Government Watch South Dakota" to discuss what is next to secure our private property rights and advocate for meaningful eminent domain reform. The entire nation is watching, and South Dakota is the tip of the spear to safeguard the future of family farms and ranches. Presented by Bid on Beef | CK6 Consulting | CK6 Source | Real Tuff Livestock Equipment | Redmond RealSalt | By-O-Reg+ | Dirt R...

Dec 26, 20241 hr 10 minSeason 1Ep. 76

What Do Ag Families Need To Know About The Corporate Transparency Act?

Get an update on the Corporate Transparency Act from Jeff Tatro and find out what your business needs to know before the end of the year! Presented by Bid on Beef | CK6 Consulting | CK6 Source | Real Tuff Livestock Equipment | Redmond RealSalt | By-O-Reg+ | Dirt Road Radio Enjoy special discounts from my podcast partners: Earn $25 to shop in your first auction at www.BidOnBeef.com when you register your account. Save on Redmond Real Salt with code RADKE at https://shop.redmondagriculture.com/ An...

Dec 18, 202429 minSeason 1Ep. 75

Bid On Beef with Tyler DuVall, Texas Beefhouse

Tyler DuVall, of Texas Beefhouse and Capitol Angus, shares how they have transitioned their direct-to-consumer beef business to auctions through Bid On Beef. He offers advice to other cattle ranchers on how to best capture the consumer retail dollar for their high-quality beef. Presented by Ranch Vision | Bid on Beef | CK6 Consulting | CK6 Source | Real Tuff Livestock Equipment | Redmond RealSalt | By-O-Reg+ | Dirt Road Radio Enjoy special discounts from my podcast partners: Earn $25 to shop in ...

Dec 11, 202450 minSeason 1Ep. 74

Trump’s Cabinet Picks & What’s Ahead For 2025 with David Duquette of Western Justice

David Duquette, of Western Justice, catches up with Amanda to discuss the 2024 election, Trump's cabinet selections, and what's ahead politically for 2025. Presented by Ranch Vision | Bid on Beef | CK6 Consulting | CK6 Source | Real Tuff Livestock Equipment | Redmond RealSalt | By-O-Reg+ | Dirt Road Radio Enjoy special discounts from my podcast partners: Earn $25 to shop in your first auction at www.BidOnBeef.com when you register your account. Save on Redmond Real Salt with code RADKE at https:...

Dec 04, 202451 minSeason 1Ep. 73

South Dakota's David vs. Goliath Story with SD Rep. Karla Lems

SD House Rep. Karla Lems brings everyone up to speed on South Dakota's carbon pipeline fight, following a successful election defeating RL21 and what's ahead now that Summit Carbon Solutions has refiled for an application in South Dakota. Presented by Bid on Beef | CK6 Consulting | CK6 Source | Real Tuff Livestock Equipment | Redmond RealSalt | By-O-Reg+ | Dirt Road Radio Enjoy special discounts from my podcast partners: Earn $25 to shop in your first auction at www.BidOnBeef.com when you regist...

Nov 27, 202441 minSeason 1Ep. 72

You Can't Manage What You Don't Measure with Dr. Richard Brazil, Ranch Vision

You Can't Manage What You Don't Measure with Dr. Richard Brazil, the founder of Ranch Vision. Learn about how this tool can help livestock producers measure inputs, make critical decisions, conduct long-term projections, and identity areas to improve in the ranching enterprise. Presented by Bid on Beef | CK6 Consulting | CK6 Source | Real Tuff Livestock Equipment | Redmond RealSalt | By-O-Reg+ | Dirt Road Radio Enjoy special discounts from my podcast partners: Earn $25 to shop in your first auct...

Nov 20, 202439 minSeason 1Ep. 71

Would You Buy A Soldier A Steak?

Would you buy a soldier a steak? On this episode, Amanda talks about Veterans Day and how to show our appreciation to the men and women willing to sacrifice all to keep us free. Learn all about her favorite non-profit, the All American Beef Battalion, and how you can support their mission to thank the troops with a steak! Presented by Bid on Beef | CK6 Consulting | CK6 Source | Real Tuff Livestock Equipment | Redmond RealSalt | By-O-Reg+ | Dirt Road Radio Enjoy special discounts from my podcast ...

Nov 13, 202435 minSeason 1Ep. 70

Our Adoption & Foster Care Story

November is National Adoption Month -- a time to think about the children in foster care who are waiting for their forever homes. On this episode, Amanda shares her family's foster and adoption story, and urges the nation to vote down the extreme abortion measures coming into 10 states, including South Dakota. Vote NO on G. Presented by Bid on Beef | CK6 Consulting | CK6 Source | Real Tuff Livestock Equipment | Redmond RealSalt | By-O-Reg+ | Dirt Road Radio Enjoy special discounts from my podcas...

Nov 01, 202441 minSeason 1Ep. 69

Pay The Cost For The Truth with Chris Earl

Chris Earl, owner of CK6 Consulting, Bid On Beef, and Reverse Rocking R Ranch, catches up with Amanda Radke while barreling down the road for a discussion about faith, family, entrepreneurship, and paying the cost for telling the truth. Presented by Bid on Beef | CK6 Consulting | CK6 Source | Real Tuff Livestock Equipment | Redmond RealSalt | By-O-Reg+ | Dirt Road Radio Enjoy special discounts from my podcast partners: Earn $25 to shop in your first auction at www.BidOnBeef.com when you register...

Oct 30, 202444 minSeason 1Ep. 68

Helping Hands For Victims Of Hurricane Helene with Meredith Bernard

Meredith Bernard, also known as This Farm Wife, joins me on The Heart of Rural America podcast to talk about the devastation impact of Hurricane Helene and how you can help! Pre-order her "There Is Hope In The Storm" tee to support Meredith's efforts to provide much-needed supplies to families in need of it most. https://thisfarmwifeshop.com/products/hurricane-relief-tee Presented by Bid on Beef | CK6 Consulting | CK6 Source | Real Tuff Livestock Equipment | Redmond RealSalt | By-O-Reg+ | Dirt R...

Oct 16, 202438 minSeason 1Ep. 66

Cowgirls Over Coffee with Thea Larsen

She's the founder of Cowgirls Over Coffee, a group where conversations center around the intersection of homemaking and ambitions. Nebraska ranch mom, Thea Larsen, helps women navigate their days when life gets western. Tune into this conversation where we discuss seasons of life, and moving from progress to presence as the holiday season draws near. Plus, stay tuned for Amanda's guest appearance on Thea's podcast airing next week, where we discuss balancing it all as working ranch moms. Cowgirl...

Oct 09, 202440 minSeason 1Ep. 65

Beef Cattle Business Fall Forecast with Steve Stratford

With the upcoming election looming, there is a hesitancy across rural America about what the months ahead could look like. I sit down with Steve Stratford, of Stratford Angus and Pratt Livestock, to discuss his fall cattle market predictions, the policy challenges facing independent beef producers, and marketing strategies to maximize the value of your calf crop. Presented by Bid on Beef | CK6 Consulting | CK6 Source | Real Tuff Livestock Equipment | Redmond RealSalt | By-O-Reg+ | Dirt Road Radi...

Oct 02, 202447 minSeason 1Ep. 64

Grit and Grace with Fanchon Stinger

Fanchon Stinger is the Emmy winning co-host of PBR Now and a contributor to Western Sports Roundup and NFR Tailgate airing on Cowboy Channel and PlutoTV. She is an actress who appeared on God’s Not Dead: A Light In Darkness in 2019. In 2020, Stinger became a bull owner in PBR (Professional Bull Riders), partnering with 12-time Stock Contractor of the Year Chad Berger and Daniel & Melissa Brunner in the ownership of the bucking bulls “Stinger” and “Lill Hott,” who compete on the PBR Tour. In ...

Sep 25, 202458 minSeason 1Ep. 63

Stand Your Ground With SD Landowner Ed Fischbach

We will not yield. We will not bend. We will STAND OUR GROUND. All eyes are on South Dakota as citizens lock arms to fight for their God-given, Constitutionally-protected private property rights. In an explosive interview, Ed Fischbach (known as the Godfather of the carbon pipeline battle), exposes the greed, corruption, and power grab happening in our beautiful home state. Together, we celebrate the victories when people get involved and stand firm in what is right. Presented by Point Pleasant ...

Sep 16, 20241 hr 7 minSeason 1Ep. 62

SUSTAINS ACT Is Wolf In Sheep's Clothing with Mindy Patterson

Mindy Patterson of the Cavalry Group shares an urgent call to action in response to the proposed SUSTAINS ACT -- a complete land grab, mechanism of control, and attack on your private property rights through corporate-funded "private-public partnerships." URGENT! Submit comments before Sept. 16. Learn more here: https://www.thecavalrygroup.com/OPPOSE-PUBLIC-PRIVATE-PARTNERSHIPS Read more on the Tri-State Livestock News: https://www.tsln.com/news/sustains-act-comment-period-open-on-implementing-l...

Sep 11, 202443 minSeason 1Ep. 61

Oregano Oil, Our Secret To Herd Health with By-O-Reg+

At Radke Land & Cattle, we proudly use Advanced Ag Products By-O-Reg+. By-O-reg+ is a combination of unique, functional ingredients and technologies that aids in the health, growth, and production of livestock. The By-O-reg+ product line utilizes a time release encapsulation technology that allows for a delayed release of essential oils throughout the entire GI tract, thus promoting gut health. Learn more about this family-owned, South Dakota business in today's episode. Presented by Bid on ...

Sep 04, 202438 minSeason 1Ep. 60

How Do We Manage Our Family/Farm/Business?

How do you balance it all? How do you get it all done in the day? How to prioritize marriage, kids, family, work, careers, and ranching? Amanda answers these questions and more in this episode. Presented by Bid on Beef | CK6 Consulting | CK6 Source | Real Tuff Livestock Equipment | Redmond RealSalt | By-O-Reg+ | Dirt Road Radio Enjoy special discounts from my podcast partners: Save when you shop Redmond with code RADKE at https://shop.redmondagriculture.com/ Mention my name when you buy Real Tuf...

Aug 28, 202442 minSeason 1Ep. 59

SD Landowners Score Monumental Victory In Carbon Pipeline Battle with Brian Jorde

SD Landowners Score Monumental Victory In Carbon Pipeline Battle with Brian Jorde In a unanimous decision, the South Dakota Supreme Court determined that Summit Carbon Solutions had not demonstrated that it is a "common carrier" under state law. It does not have the power of eminent domain and can only use minimally invasive methods to survey routes for the pipeline. Brian Jorde, of Domina Law, offers an explanation of the ruling and the implications for the project. Presented by Bid on Beef | C...

Aug 24, 202437 minSeason 1Ep. 58

Making a Difference in Our Communities Through Local Politics

In this episode of the Heart of Rural America podcast, Amanda Radke discusses the importance of getting involved politically, especially for busy young families. Amanda encourages listeners to take action and make a difference in their local communities to build a nation where our kids and grandkids can thrive. Presented by Bid on Beef | CK6 Consulting | CK6 Source | Real Tuff Livestock Equipment | Redmond RealSalt | By-O-Reg+ | Dirt Road Radio Enjoy special discounts from my podcast partners: S...

Aug 21, 202441 minSeason 1Ep. 57

Summer Update: Cattle Shows, Bid On Beef, Speaking & Schwank Grills

We are in the dog days of summer, and Amanda offers a personal update on what her family has been up to lately. Between building Bid On Beef, to traveling to cattle shows, to speaking on the road, and grilling up some fine steaks in between on her new Schwank Grill, there is much to discuss. Plus, she shares the best parts of going to county and state fairs with the kids, and how her family focuses on the greater lessons learned by exhibiting livestock. Presented by Schwank Grills | Bid on Beef ...

Aug 14, 202439 minSeason 1Ep. 56

Are You Ready To Be FEARLESS? with Peggy Nolz & Scarlett Radke

By popular request, I finally launched my public speaking course, and it's my hope that by sharing my nearly 30 years of public speaking experience -- both as a kid competing in 4-H and FFA contests and now as a professional speaker -- that I can help others become fearless speaker wherever life may take them. In this episode, I am joined by my daughter, Scarlett Radke, and my mom, Peggy Nolz, to talk about the course and our best advice for being a clear, commanding, and confident communicator....

Aug 07, 202444 minSeason 1Ep. 55

Celebrating One Year Of The Podcast with Guest Host Tyler Radke

It's hard to believe we are celebrating one year of the "Heart of Rural America" podcast! We've journeyed a long ways together on the dusty trail, meeting great people doing inspiring things in their communities to make agriculture and America stronger. In today's celebratory episode, my husband, Tyler Radke, takes over as the guest host and puts me in the hot seat with all listener questions. Presented by Schwank Grills | Bid on Beef | CK6 Consulting | CK6 Source | Real Tuff Livestock Equipment...

Jul 31, 202451 minSeason 1Ep. 54

The Carnitarian Life with Linda Salant

Linda Salant, also known as The Carnitarian, serves her social media community by coaching and guiding others in reclaiming their health, wellness, and vitality through the carnivore diet. She shares her experiences of consuming an all-meat menu and how she recently started sourcing her beef through the Bid on Beef auction platform. Presented by Schwank Grills | Bid on Beef | CK6 Consulting | CK6 Source | Real Tuff Livestock Equipment | Meats by Linz | Linz Heritage Angus | Redmond RealSalt | By...

Jul 24, 202427 minSeason 1Ep. 53

America Unwon with Keely Brazil Covello

The wild west lives on, and Keely Brazil Covello, editor of America Unwon and partner of Ranch Vision, is committed to sharing the stories of everyday heroes who exemplify the American spirit. On this episode, we talk about the political attacks happening to America's farmers, ranchers, and rural communities, and we share ideas on how we can fight back. Learn more at www.americaunwon.com & ranchvision.io Presented by Schwank Grills | Bid on Beef | CK6 Consulting | CK6 Source | Real Tuff Live...

Jul 17, 202445 minSeason 1Ep. 52

He Sued Joe Biden & Is On A Mission To Save America's Farms with Dustin Kittle

In this episode of the Heart of Real America, Amanda Radke interviews Dustin Kittle, a Tennessee rancher and lawyer who has sued President Joe Biden. They discuss the attack on agriculture and the family farm, focusing on issues such as private property rights, and government corruption. They also discuss the recent Supreme Court ruling on the Chevron doctrine and its potential impact on farmers and ranchers. Dustin encourages farmers and ranchers to speak out, join together, and use their voice...

Jul 10, 202445 minSeason 1Ep. 51

The Farm Fit Momma with Amanda Nigg

Grow your grit. Next-level fitness for farm and ranch families with Amanda Nigg, the Farm Fit Momma. https://www.farmfitmomma.com/ Presented by Bid on Beef | CK6 Consulting | CK6 Source | Real Tuff Livestock Equipment | Meats by Linz | Linz Heritage Angus | Redmond RealSalt | By-O-Reg+

Jul 03, 202441 minSeason 1Ep. 50

Live at the Inaugural Bid on Beef Auction with Chris Earl

Live from New York, Amanda Radke and Chris Earl talk about the new auction platform, Bid on Beef, and how they are working to reach the urban public. Presented by Bid on Beef | CK6 Consulting | CK6 Source | Real Tuff Livestock Equipment | Meats by Linz | Linz Heritage Angus | Redmond RealSalt | Advanced Ag Products By-O-Reg+

Jun 26, 202441 minSeason 1Ep. 49

Are You Ready To Bid On Beef? with Chris Earl

The best beef starts with Bid On Beef! Learn more about this exciting business venture, where we are collaborating with America's beef cattle ranchers and taking our beef straight to the urban public! Buyers are in the driver's seat. They choose the cut. They choose the price. And in a live beef auction, we bring the cowboy way to the big city. Chris Earl returns to the show to share all of the details of this dream project in the making! Presented by Bid On Beef | CK6 Consulting | CK6 Source | ...

Jun 19, 202446 minSeason 1Ep. 48

The Carnivore Revolution with Serena Musick

The rates of obesity, diabetes, heart conditions, cancer, depression, and more have escalated in the United States today, leaving many Americans looking for unconventional solutions. Turns out -- the answer is as old as time with nutrients found in animal products like meat, dairy, and eggs. Could you go carnivore? Amanda chats with Serena Musick of Purely Tallow and the Carnivore Revolution to discuss how the lifestyle change has impacted her health for the better. Presented by Bid on Beef | CK...

Jun 12, 202438 minSeason 1Ep. 47

The Heart of Rural America Mission & Movement with Amanda Radke

What does the "heart of rural America" mean to me? As we near one-year of podcasting, Amanda reflects on how the mission and the movement has evolved with each episode, and how we the people must be the change we want to see for a brighter future in our agricultural, rural communities. Presented by Bid on Beef | CK6 Consulting | CK6 Source | Real Tuff Livestock Equipment | Meats by Linz | Linz Heritage Angus | Redmond RealSalt | Advanced Ag Products By-O-Reg+

Jun 04, 202442 minSeason 1Ep. 46
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