
Welcome to The Rural Dispatch, the podcast that delivers honest conversations from the fields, the highways, and the home front.
I'm your host, Aly Behrens - headquartered in rural Iowa, I help run a trucking company that specializes in hauling livestock nationwide.
I was born and raised in small-town-Iowa and I’m passionate about rural communities and the people who help them thrive. Since becom... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 53 | Founded | a year ago |
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This week on The Rural Dispatch, Smoke and Aly talk all things beef, trucking, and life lately.
Tune in to hear what's been keeping us busy, the rumors we've been hearing, and plent... more
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Family farms are the backbone of rural America, but the reality isn't always what it seems from the outside. In this episode, Brian Reisinger unpacks what's really happening across Am... more
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In this milestone 50th episode of The Rural Dispatch, Smoke and Aly sit down for a real time conversation about what's happening across cattle country right now. From baby calves to f... more
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In this episode, JR Joy shares about the setbacks, lessons, and resilience it takes to keep going when you get knocked down. We talk about overcoming adversity, finding purpose after ... more
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The candid, yet at times brutally honest conversations are what I love about this podcast! From the old timers to the up and comers the mix of people they have on are great! Although I have only dabbled in hauling livestock here and there this show makes me want to get back into it (😬) and although my career in EMS is a world apart from it I feel like there is an odd connection. Keep up the great work, love the show, and I hope to maybe run into Smoke and Allie someday on the road!
This hits so close to home. Growing up in the 70s/80s on a ranch in SE Kansas. You did what you had to do to get the job done.
Great for listening while you’re out trucking
So I really enjoy this podcast. With having the love for agriculture, this is really intriguing to me. I have always loved cattle and would like to graze my own pasture cattle. This podcast is answering some of my questions I have about marketing cattle. I grew up on a large row crop farm in central Missouri. With some pasture fed cattle when I was younger. So being able to learn more about the industry and what all it takes to move cattle is really neat. Thank you for sharing your podcast with ... more
Great down to earth stories from the hard working world !! New episodes on Wednesday is the best part of my day 😎
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A candid, industry-focused show centered on rural trucking, livestock, and entrepreneurship, hosted by a Midwest business owner who runs a family operation. Episodes mix behind-the-scenes dispatching, family dynamics, and interviews with farmers, truckers, and industry experts to unpack pricing, regulatory challenges, and the mental load of running a rural business. Listeners get practical tips, real-world anecdotes, and a sense of camaraderie among rural professionals, with a weekly cadence that keeps the community informed and inspired. A standout trait is the blend of hard-won wisdom, humor, and a clear emphasis on sustainable, family-run operations in a demanding sector.
Overall, the podcast likely attracts people who live and work in ... more
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Recent guests on The Rural Dispatch include:
1. JR Joy
2. Mike Naig
3. Adam Steen
4. Mark Toms
5. Luke Quandt
6. Austin Blair
7. Mady Blair
8. Oaklee Trapp
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