
There’s just something about the story behind the story. As a storyteller, I’m always searching for ways to give readers just a little more. That’s what The PORK Podcast is all about – bringing you stories of the people and the progress of the pork industry. I’m Jennifer Shike – let’s go find just a little more.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 58 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | BusinessNews | |||

What can a 25-year trial lawyer, a University of Chicago MBA, and a former coal mining executive teach us about the future of the pork industry? A lot more than you might think.
In this episode of The PORK Podcast, host Jennifer Shike sits down with... more
How do we bridge the gap between highly complex genetic science and practical, bottom-line solutions for commercial pork producers? In this episode of The PORK Podcast, host Jennifer Shike sits down with Dr. Clint Schwab, Vice President of Technology... more
How do you lead over 3,000 family pig farms into the next generation while keeping your own boots dirty on the farm?
In this episode of The PORK Podcast, host Jennifer Shike sits down with Jill Resler, the CEO of Minnesota Pork. Jill isn't just an ... more
When you walk the aisles of the Indiana State Fair or San Antonio, the name Knauth is synonymous with champion banners and high-selling lots. But what does it take to build a powerhouse sow herd from the ground up?
In this episode of The Pork Podca... more
How does a PhD microbiologist end up leading the Iowa pork industry through its greatest modern crisis? In this milestone 50th episode of The PORK Podcast, host Jennifer Shike sits down with Mike Paustian—a man who sits at the unique intersection of ... more
In Episode 49 of The PORK Podcast, host Jennifer Shike sits down with two heavyweights of the industry: Dr. David Newman, CEO of the National Pork Board, and Dr. Glynn Tonsor, Agricultural Economist from Kansas State University.
The goal? A radical ... more
In this episode of the Pork Podcast, host Jennifer Shike sits down with Ashley Hengen, human resources manager for PIC North America, to explore the intersection of human resilience and modern agricultural operations. Ashley’s path to the swine indus... more
In this episode of the Pork Podcast, host Jennifer Shike sits down with Joe Dykhuis of Dykhuis Farms in Holland, Mich. Although Dykhuis has deep roots in pork production, he’s not stuck in how things have always been done. As the owner of a large sow... more
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The show centers on people and progress in the pork industry, featuring leaders, researchers, and hands-on operators who blend practical farming with emerging technologies and policy. Conversations frequently explore swine genetics and breeding, data-driven farm management, workforce culture and leadership, herd health and disease strategies, and the human side of agriculture—mentorship, resilience, and everyday operations. A notable strength is its ability to pull in diverse perspectives—from show pigs and contract finishing to HR and governance—while weaving in real-world anecdotes that illustrate how innovation, collaboration, and leadership shape the industry's future. Potential listeners will likely be drawn to practical insights, lead... more
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Recent guests on The Pork Podcast include:
1. Clint Schwab
2. Jill Resler
3. Kyle Knauth
4. Ellen Knauth
5. Mike Paustian
6. Ashley Hengen
7. Joe Dykhuis
8. Maddison Caldwell
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