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Barn Talk is a weekly podcast, hosted by father-son duo Sawyer & Tork Whisler. We exist to share content that educates, inspires, and makes viewers laugh out loud. From the Ag business world to investing, current events, entrepreneurship and much, much more, our vision is to promote agriculture in a positive light, while relating with everyday Americans in discussing kitchen table topics.

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Welcome back to Barn Talk! In today’s episode, the conversation focused on the incredible journey of Grey Zabel, who demonstrates that you can make it to the absolute peak of professional sports while remaining a farm kid at heart. From growing up in... more

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Welcome back to Barn Talk! In today’s episode, we have an inspiring conversation with Rick Anglin, a fourth-generation dairy farmer from Arizona who made the bold decision to leave behind the conventional dairy business after 17 years and forge a new... more

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Welcome to Barn Talk! In today’s guest episode, we’re joined by Nicole Glenn an agronomist, content creator, and founder of the Farm Company, who’s earned a dedicated following by speaking honestly about agriculture, soil health, and her experiences ... more

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Welcome to another episode of Barn Talk! In this Hot Topics edition, Sawyer and Tork open up about what's happening in rural America and beyond.They kick things off by reflecting on an exciting month filled with outstanding guests and conversations, ... more

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Recent Guests

Grey Zabel
All-American offensive lineman, owner of Northland Farms LLC
Northland Farms LLC
Episode: I Won a Super Bowl as a Rookie. Here's Why I'm Going Back to Farming
Rick Anglin
Fourth-generation dairy farmer from Arizona
Fond du Lac Farms
Episode: I Bet My Entire Farm on Raw Milk. Here's What Happened
Nicole Glenn
Agronomist, founder of The Farm Co
The Farm Co
Episode: The Input Buying Mistake That's Costing You Thousands
John Haskell
Guest from a prior episode referenced in discussion
Episode: Farm Bankruptcies Are Up 70% and Nobody Is Talking About It
Marlene Moore
Contrarian rancher featured as inspiration
Far southwestern Kansas rancher
Episode: Farm Bankruptcies Are Up 70% and Nobody Is Talking About It
Zach Lahn
Candidate for Governor of Iowa, farmer
Campaign for Iowa First / Iowa farmer
Episode: Why Iowa Has the Fastest Growing Cancer Rate in America
Jesse Jordan
Vice President of Jordan Farms, Nashville area tobacco farmer
Jordan Farms (Nashville area)
Episode: Farming Like It's 1850: The Lost Art of Dark-Fired Tobacco
Cavin Malloy
Stone Cold Cavin, popular content creator known for Farm Talk satire
Social media creator (Stone Cold Cavin)
Episode: The Unfiltered Truth About Farming
Brandon Fonkin
Owner of NBC Precision Spraying LLC
NBC Precision Spraying LLC
Episode: What It Really Takes to Break Into Farming When You Don't Inherit Land

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 5.2k ratings
  • Podcast

    Awesome show! Funny and educational, yall do it right.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LukeN1ch0ls
    United Statesa month ago
  • Don’t have to be a farmer to appreciate this!

    While there’s farming back two generations in our Illinois family, most of us are hobby gardeners now. At 73, I’m loving podcasts to keep me learning while I weed or sew, mow or drive.

    Barn Talk is one I really look forward to for the content and pacing, and guest speakers. Our political views don’t usually align, but you make me think, and I have recommended this podcast to other family members because it’s so well done and wide ranging.

    And It’s fun to hear about all the farm machine... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    IVAR mom
    United States2 months ago
  • Amazing

    I could literally drive to third film spot my uncle David has been on many times but I just started listening 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    johnr131
    United States2 months ago
  • Great pod!

    These guys do a great job bringing in great guest. Even if you’re not in the industry, you’re still impacted by it in some form or fashion. you can always glean something from their show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AdamBlack1872
    United States2 months ago
  • Good job

    I enjoy the podcast and I relate on a lot of things

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Farm boy!
    United States2 months ago

Listeners Say

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Fans appreciate the blend of humor with tough agricultural topics and candid industry commentary.
Many value the practical takeaways on farming finance, labor, and policy impacting rural life.
Listeners praise the show for real-world farming insights and entertaining delivery.
Some reviews note profanity but still highlight the show's honesty and relevance to farmers.

Chart Rankings

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#135
Canada/Business
Apple Podcasts
#124
South Africa/Business
Apple Podcasts
#157
Finland/Business

Talking Points

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I Bet My Entire Farm on Raw Milk. Here's What Happened
Q: What motivated you to leave the conventional dairy business and start Fond du Lac Farms?
A combination of not liking the way the conventional system was structured, a desire for control over destiny, and a belief that a premium, health-forward product could be built with a strong family foundation.
Why Most Cattle Ranches Fail (And Nobody In Ag Will Tell You The Truth)
Q: What are the core numbers every ranch should know to be profitable?
Know your cost to keep a cow for a year, your cost to keep an animal for any day, gross margin by enterprise, and your debt coverage and working capital; focus on today's market rather than past prices, and manage per enterprise profitability.
What It Really Takes to Break Into Farming When You Don't Inherit Land
Q: How did you navigate the sales and sky-high equipment needs when expanding to 2,200 acres, and what were the early hurdles?
We leaned on loans, were selective with purchases, and relied on a mix of cash and financing. The first year was rough with gear mismatches and reliability issues, but we kept moving, learning, and adjusting the equipment strategy as we grew.
This Farmer Has 500K Subscribers and His Neighbors Still Hate Him
Q: If you could wave a magic wand and change something about agriculture today, what would it be and why?
The guest discusses policy changes around Prop 12 and farm bills, the impact of input costs and market structure, and the need to balance profitability with sustainability and innovation in farming.
This Farmer Has 500K Subscribers and His Neighbors Still Hate Him
Q: What do you think separated you, and was timing a factor in the channel's early success?
The guest credits the combination of genuine community, early adoption of platforms like Instagram, and a shift to longer-form YouTube content as pivotal, while acknowledging the evolving digital landscape and the importance of having a niche and a reliable production process.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Barn Talk

What is Barn Talk about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on practical farming, ag policy, and the everyday realities of running a family-operated agricultural business, often blending candid business talk with humor. Episodes frequently cover market dynamics, tradeoffs in financing, labor, and equipment, and the intersections of farming with politics, media, and technology. Listeners likely include current and aspiring farmers, ag professionals, and business-minded > rural audiences seeking honest, entertaining insights into modern agriculture, policy impacts, and how to grow a farm-based operation without losing sight of everyday realities. Notable traits include a strong emphasis on real-world farming challenges, direct-to-consumer and media ventures, and a relatable, down-to-... more

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Recent guests on Barn Talk include:

1. Grey Zabel
2. Rick Anglin
3. Nicole Glenn
4. John Haskell
5. Marlene Moore
6. Zach Lahn
7. Jesse Jordan
8. Cavin Malloy

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