China’s Farmland, The National Farm Security Plan & The American Outlaw Soul
Release Date: 07/11/2025
Ep. 204: From Grape Vines to Grazing: Your Ag Questions Answered
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In this jam-packed Q&A episode of Talk Dirt To Me, we tackle YOUR toughest agriculture questions and nothing’s off the table. From implanting cattle and grazing diverse cover crop blends to the realities of grape farming in California, this one is loaded with practical insights for farmers and ag enthusiasts alike. Plus, things get personal as Logan opens up about his crippling travel anxiety. The mental toll, the physical symptoms, and how it impacts his life on and off the farm. It’s a raw and honest look at the side of farming you rarely hear about. In this episode, we cover:...
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Ep. 203: America
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In this somber and hard-hitting episode of Talk Dirt To Me, we confront the tragic state of America today where hatred, violence, and division are spreading like wildfire. We discuss the heinous murder of Charlie Kirk and the horrific subway killing of a young Ukrainian girl, two heartbreaking examples of how far our culture has fallen. We reflect on how our nation has become consumed by anger, where life is devalued, truth is attacked, and evil is growing louder. In the face of this darkness, we urge our listeners to be vigilant and prepared, to train and protect their families, to have...
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Ep. 202: The Real Cost of Hating Farmers: High Prices, Shortages, and Chaos
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In this explosive episode of Talk Dirt to Me, we go off on the growing hatred toward American farmers, and we don’t hold back. From the endless attacks over subsidies to the ignorant comments about “too many farmers,” we set the record straight and unleash the truth. We break down what the U.S. would look like if a massive percentage of farmers went broke. What happens if 20% of farmers disappear? What about 60%? The scenarios are nothing short of chaos, skyrocketing food prices, restaurant closures, fuel spikes, clothing shortages, and an unraveling of America’s food security. This...
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Ep. 201: The Dirty Side of Farming: Livestock Semen, Ag Education & Government Payments
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This week on Talk Dirt to Me, we’re diving head-first into your burning questions, and things get wild. Ever wondered how farmers collect semen from bulls, horses, and even pigs? We break it down with some gritty, no-BS farm talk. We also tackle the big question in ag economics: what’s the best way to learn it? Should you invest in a college degree, or can you gain just as much (maybe more) from hands-on ag extension courses? Then, we shift gears into one of the hottest topics in agriculture today: farm payments. This is a subject we’ve been outspoken about in the past, but with the...
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Ep. 200: From the 1600s to Today: The Hanks Farming Legacy feat. our Dads!
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Ask and you shall receive, our most requested episode is finally here: Our Dads! In this special episode of Talk Dirt to Me, we’re joined in studio by Logan’s dad, Tim Hanks, and Bobby Lee’s dad, Bob Hanks. Together, we dig into the incredible history of the Hanks family farm, stretching all the way back to the 1600s. You’ll hear how the operation once grew into the largest cattle operation in the region, the hard lessons learned from brutal cattle prices, the transition into row crops, and unforgettable stories of equipment breakdowns, injuries, and grit on the farm. ...
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Ep. 199: Farming in 2025- Echoes of the 1980s Ag Crisis
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In this episode of Talk Dirt to Me, Logan and Bobby Lee kick things off with a round of listener Q&A. Covering everything from how to pick up new hay ground, to how many breeding seasons you can expect from a bull, and more. Then, Logan rants about how everyone wantst to talk about cattle but never row crop! Finally, the conversation turns to a serious comparison between the current agricultural crisis and the 1980s farm crisis that devastated rural America. We break down why farm input costs in 2025 have skyrocketed far beyond the rate of inflation since the ’80s, why this financial...
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Ep. 198 One-Man Operations, Cattle on 10 acres, and Rabbit Holes Galore
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This episode is a wild ride from start to finish. We open with the ongoing WNBA drama that’s been lighting up headlines, then dive into a conversation about high-speed police chases versus slow, off-road getaways—not real case breakdowns, just our take on which we’d rather attempt and the dangers of each. Things really kick into gear when we get into listener Q&A. We talk about why Bobby Lee sold his John Deere 4030, which leads to a deeper discussion about running reliable equipment that fits your operation—especially if you’re a one-man show. From there, we talk about the pros...
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Ep. 197 Creed, Cows, and Cyborgs? Cattle Prices, Herd Expansion, and Kids in Agriculture
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This week on Talk Dirt to Me, Logan kicks things off with the awesome stories of overloading an elevator at the Creed concert and meeting the nicest state trooper he’s ever dealt with(he still got a ticket). From there, we dive into listener questions covering hot topics in agriculture. Is now the right time to expand cow/calf pairs? Are we seeing the new standard for cattle prices? How can we get kids involved in agriculture at a young age? Is Dan actually a cyborg? And More! We wrap things up with our Made in America feature, highlighting TractorMat—a premium, American-made tractor floor...
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Iraq Water Towers, Public Land, Farm Hustles & a Little T&A
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We’re back with a wide-open Q&A episode and it gets real. You asked, we answered, nothing off-limits. We kick things off with a wild story about Tennessee Vols water towers spotted in Iraq (yep, really), then dive into the controversy around public land being sold off, and explore awesome ways to diversify your farm in today’s chaotic ag economy. But we didn’t stop there… Things got spicy as we debated good ol’ T&A and where our preferences lie. Which is better?? Because what’s a country podcast without a little fun? Plus, our Made in America spotlight features Plano, the...
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Third Time's the Charm: William Lea Returns to Talk Farm Survival, Profit, and Policy
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Longtime friend of the show William Lea returns to the Talk Dirt to Me studio for his third appearance, and this one's a banger. We dive deep into the state of modern agriculture. Why it feels like farming is on life support, and what it’s really going to take for American farmers to become profitable again. We break down the harsh realities growers are facing in 2025, the ugly truth about margins, and how the next wave of successful farmers will be those willing to adapt or die. We also unpack the new federal payment program being floated to help farmers recover from the brutal financial...
info_outlineIn this week’s Talk Dirt To Me, we’re diving headfirst into the Big Beautiful Bill, and trust us, there’s a lot hidden in those pages that every farmer in America needs to know. We break down what’s happening with ARC/PLC payments, how they could hit your bottom line, and why you should care.
Then we crank up the heat with the National Farm Security Action Plan. Yeah, it sounds like bureaucratic fluff, but it could change the game for who owns America’s dirt. Speaking of which, just how much U.S. farmland does China own? We pull back the curtain on foreign land ownership and what that means for real American farmers busting their backs every day.
We’re also looking ahead at upcoming farm payments, disaster relief dollars, and the harsh reality of how far they don’t go for the people who feed this nation.
But we didn’t stop there. We dug deep into the primal part of every man’s soul: the desire to be an outlaw, a renegade, a modern-day cowboy pushing against the system. Why do men dream of breaking free from the herd? We’ve got some thoughts, and you won’t want to miss them.
And in our Made in America segment, we highlight Wilde Protein Chips, a crispy, protein-packed snack that proves American grit and good taste can go hand in hand.
If you’re a red-blooded farmer, rancher, or freedom-loving renegade, this episode is your rally cry. Hit play, share it with your crew, and let’s keep real American agriculture alive and kicking.
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