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Leaders Of The West

Jessie Jarvis
Agriculture
Entrepreneurship
Leadership
Rodeo
Parenting
Western Industries
Photography
Cattle Industry
Mentorship
Marketing
Nutrition
Community Building
Social Media
Financial Planning
Productivity
Retirement Planning
Mcfarland Productions
Video Production
Goal Setting
Blepharoplasty

Welcome to Leaders Of The West, a podcast for innovators and change-makers in the ag and western industries. Hosted by Jessie Jarvis, the Founder of Of The West, our mission with Leaders Of The West is to foster a community of pioneers, innovators, and leaders who want to be at the forefront of what’s next. Whether it’s a guest episode where we’re digging into the blueprints behind our favorite in... more

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I’m so excited for this week’s episode! I’m sitting down with my friend Rachel McGinn, who many of you probably know online as Rachel Joi. Rachel was truly one of the original creators sharing Western fashion online in the early days of Instagram, an... more

In this week’s episode, I’m sitting down with Sidney Schmidt, a Superior Livestock Auction representative, to talk about what it really looks like to build a career in cattle marketing from the ground up.

Sidney shares his journey from growing up a... more

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In this week’s episode, I’m sitting down with Kristin Kiseljack, founder of Ida Mae Home, to talk about her journey from corporate retail buyer to building a business rooted in heritage, creativity, and American manufacturing. Kristin shares how she ... more

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In this week’s episode, I’m sitting down with Leann Saunders, president of Where Food Comes From. We talk about something that impacts every single one of us in agriculture, whether we realize it or not: third-party verification.

Leann has seen the ... more

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Recent Guests

Sidney Schmidt
Superior Livestock Rep, first-generation
Superior Livestock
Episode: 155. What It Takes to Be a Superior Rep with Sidney Schmidt
Kristin Kiseljack
Founder and creator of Ida Mae Home
Ida Mae Home
Episode: 154. Sewn in the USA: The Ida Mae Home Story with Kristin Kiseljack
Leann Saunders
President of Where Food Comes From
Where Food Comes From
Episode: 153. Verification, Value, and the Future of Beef Production, with Leann Saunders
Shannon Lowery
Founder and self-taught jewelry designer behind Mud Lowery
Mud Lowery
Episode: 152. From Self-Taught to Stardom with Shannon "Mud" Lowery
Shelby Clement
Owner of a social media management agency; former marketing director in oil and gas
Self-employed/Agency
Episode: 151. Finding Your God-Given Purpose in Life and Business with Shelby Clement
Andrew Coppin
Co-founder and CEO of Ranchbot
Ranchbot
Episode: 150. How Ranchbot Is Transforming Livestock Water Monitoring with Andrew Coppin
Laurie Lickley
Rancher from Jerome, Idaho; former member of Idaho State House of Representatives; led Idaho Cattle Association and Idaho Beef Council
Jerome, Idaho; Idaho Cattle Association; Idaho Beef Council
Episode: 147. Mentorship and Leadership in Agriculture with Laurie Lickley
Jillian Murphy
Sales strategist and business development coach with 25+ years in corporate food and beverage distribution
Independent consultant / Mentor in MCM
Episode: 146. Building Brands That Last with Jillian Murphy
Pam Minick
A successful commentator, Miss Rodeo America, and a pioneer in the Western industry
Episode: 144. Paving the Way and Choosing Joy with Pam Minick

Host

Jessie Jarvis
Host of Leaders Of The West; Founder of Of The West

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 372 ratings
  • Loved this

    Podcast Addict
    5
    AmelliaH24
    6 months ago
  • Highly recommend this podcast for anyone in Ag

    I wanted to give it some time before I wrote a review, but this is my go-to listen when I am looking for an encouraging, but also practical kick in the pants. The guests are very diverse in background, but equally interesting to listen to. I have always enjoyed Jessie’s style of interviewing and her friendly personality. Listening to the podcast is such a great way to remember that while you might live in a rural place, community can still be found within the industry.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kelkel10
    United States2 years ago
  • Wonderful resource for makers!

    I love the advice from western makers and business owners, I learned so many things in a few short episodes! Definitely will keep listening!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kiat1818
    Canada2 years ago
  • Favorite Podcast

    The content is so inspiring to me. I love that everything involves Agriculture. I can’t say enough good things about the show!! Thank you Jesse for putting it out there!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    pzzldpzzlr
    United States2 years ago
  • Amazing!!!

    Jessie is so knowledgeable & she provides the best guest for us to listen to!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Aub scotty
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

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Energetic host with inspiring guests and practical takeaways
Motivating and relatable for ag business leaders and rodeo enthusiasts
Diverse, knowledgeable guests offering real-world ag insights
High-quality conversations that navigate leadership and culture in agriculture

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

155. What It Takes to Be a Superior Rep with Sidney Schmidt
Q: Okay. Tell us a little bit more about who you are and where you're from.
Sidney grew up on a family farm in Kansas, worked in backgrounding and cattle operations, and gradually moved into Superior after learning the ropes with a mentor and building trust in the local community.
154. Sewn in the USA: The Ida Mae Home Story with Kristin Kiseljack
Q: Why move from quilts to quilted jackets and related products, and do you see a continued opportunity in this reimagined product line?
Kristin cites Round Top inspiration, the waste from quilt production turning into jackets, and consumer nostalgia for roots and heritage as drivers for expanding into jackets and bags, with a proven market in both wholesale and retail.
154. Sewn in the USA: The Ida Mae Home Story with Kristin Kiseljack
Q: How difficult is it to design so many seasons ahead, and how do you balance living in the here and now with forecasting for next year?
She describes designing in Fort Worth, rapid on-site prototyping, and using data to guide trends while remaining flexible to pivot if a style performs well or poorly, highlighting the advantage of local production for speed.
154. Sewn in the USA: The Ida Mae Home Story with Kristin Kiseljack
Q: And so I'm sure that your experience in being a buyer has really helped you stay aware of that business model and what buyers are trying to be mindful of.
Kristin explains that understanding buyers' responsibilities—getting products into the right stores, managing margins, and ensuring delivery and quality—helps Ida Mae Home serve retailers better, and emphasizes honesty and reliability as keys to strong buyer relationships.
153. Verification, Value, and the Future of Beef Production, with Leann Saunders
Q: What does third‑party verification actually verify, and why should ranchers consider it?
Saunders explains that verification checks that producers are actually meeting the claims they make, through interviews, records, and observations, which helps ranchers attain premium prices and credibility with buyers, especially in labeled programs and on‑pack claims.

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A leadership- and entrepreneur-focused show serving the agriculture and Western industries, featuring conversations with top figures in farming, ranching, rodeo, and agri-business. Episodes spotlight mentorship, governance, brand building, community impact, and the human side of scaling family operations, with practical takeaways for listeners aiming to lead teams, grow businesses, or influence policy. Noteworthy moments include public-service leadership stories, insights from rodeo and Western heritage leaders, and actionable frameworks for decision-making, mentorship, and culture building that resonate with both operators and industry advocates.

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Recent guests on Leaders Of The West include:

1. Sidney Schmidt
2. Kristin Kiseljack
3. Leann Saunders
4. Shannon Lowery
5. Shelby Clement
6. Andrew Coppin
7. Laurie Lickley
8. Jillian Murphy

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