Talk Dirt to Me

Talk Dirt To Me is the no-filter podcast where two working farmers pull back the curtain on real American agriculture. Hosts Logan Hanks and Dr. Bobby Lee Hanks share boots-on-the-ground insight from running a full-time corn and soybean operation and a working cattle herd. Each week they dive into the business and lifestyle of modern farming. Row crops, beef cattle, agronomy, equipment, ag policy, markets, and rural grit with unfiltered stories, lessons learned, and interviews with farmers, ranchers, and ag industry leaders shaping the future of food, products, and fiber.

Ep. 213: Documentaries, algorithms, and barb wire fences! 11/21/2025

Ep. 213: Documentaries, algorithms, and barb wire fences! In this weeks Talk Dirt To Me, Logan breaks down what it was like being filmed for a national documentary with Real News No Bullshit, giving a behind-the-scenes look at how the story came together and what it means for American agriculture. The guys dive into some major differences between Tennessee and California on the wild taxes and more! We also talk about internet haters, but not in the way you think. Logan and Bobby explain how trolls actually boost the algorithm, helping farmer content reach thousands more people. And when someone calls them “dumb,” Bobby Lee being a licensed veterinarian and cattleman gives them a pretty unfair advantage in the intelligence department. Listener emails this week include: A grass-finished cattleman saying Logan and Bobby “beat up the grass-finished guys” Practical guidance on running new barb wire fence Insights on raising bottle calves to 250–300 lbs This week’s Made in America Spotlight features Polywood Furniture, an American-made brand creating durable, long-lasting outdoor furniture that stands up to farm life. Packed with humor, hard truth, and real farm talk, this is an episode every rural American will appreciate. Go check out Agzaga! It is the ultimate online farm store. American owned and operated. Go check out their site and get what you need. Be sure to use the code TalkDirt20 to get $20 off your order of $50 or more! Visit them at: 👉 Listen now, hit subscribe, and leave Logan and Bobby Lee a 5-star review to keep the dirt talk rolling every week! Follow us on social media: Talk Dirt to Me Instagram: Bobby Lee: Facebook- Instagram- YouTube- Logan: Facebook- Instagram- YouTube- /episode/index/show/talkdirttome/id/39105775

Ep. 212: The Pulse Crop Opportunity: What Every Farmer Needs to Know feat. Tim McGreevy 11/14/2025

Ep. 211: What Happened to the American Spirit? Tool Talk, and Trade Deals 11/07/2025

Ep. 210: From God’s Calling to America’s Table feat. Goodranchers 10/31/2025

Ep. 209: Did Trump Just Sell Out the American Rancher? 10/24/2025

Ep. 208: Die a Hero or Live Long Enough to See Your Combine Break Down 10/17/2025

Ep. 207: Meet the Man Feeding America’s Gut with Real Fermented Food feat. Jorge Azevedo 10/10/2025

Ep. 206: Life’s Too Short to Stress: Concaves, Cattle Subsidies & Creed 10/03/2025

Ep. 205: Bailing Out Argentina While Subsidizing Cattle? What Is the U.S. Thinking? 09/26/2025

Ep. 204: From Grape Vines to Grazing: Your Ag Questions Answered 09/19/2025

Ep. 203: America 09/12/2025

Ep. 202: The Real Cost of Hating Farmers: High Prices, Shortages, and Chaos 09/05/2025

Ep. 201: The Dirty Side of Farming: Livestock Semen, Ag Education & Government Payments 08/29/2025

Ep. 200: From the 1600s to Today: The Hanks Farming Legacy feat. our Dads! 08/22/2025

Ep. 199: Farming in 2025- Echoes of the 1980s Ag Crisis 08/15/2025

Ep. 198 One-Man Operations, Cattle on 10 acres, and Rabbit Holes Galore 08/08/2025

Ep. 198 One-Man Operations, Cattle on 10 acres, and Rabbit Holes Galore 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 and cons of working alone, and how that can affect the flow and efficiency of farm work. We also get into the best cattle strategies if you're starting out with just 10 acres, covering practical advice for beginners looking to make the most of small land. Later in the show, we close things out with a conversation around moral dilemmas, sparked by a discussion about OnlyFans and relationships—but we’ll let you decide where that rabbit hole leads. It’s another jam-packed, no-filter episode of Talk Dirt To Me—raw, real, and straight from the heart of rural America. Check out TractorMat—a premium, American-made tractor floor mat designed to fit over your existing mat. Built tough right here in the USA, TractorMat is perfect for protecting your cab. You can even use code TALKDIRT at checkout to save 15% off your order. You can use this link as well for the TractorMats: Go check out Agzaga! It is the ultimate online farm store. American owned and operated. Go check out their site and get what you need. Be sure to use the code TalkDirt20 to get $20 off your order of $50 or more! Visit them at: 👉 Listen now, hit subscribe, and leave Logan and Bobby Lee a 5-star review to keep the dirt talk rolling every week! Follow us on social media: Talk Dirt to Me Instagram: Bobby Lee: Facebook- Instagram- YouTube- Logan: Facebook- Instagram- YouTube- /episode/index/show/talkdirttome/id/37727225

Ep. 197 Creed, Cows, and Cyborgs? Cattle Prices, Herd Expansion, and Kids in Agriculture 08/01/2025

Iraq Water Towers, Public Land, Farm Hustles & a Little T&A 07/25/2025

Third Time's the Charm: William Lea Returns to Talk Farm Survival, Profit, and Policy 07/18/2025

China’s Farmland, The National Farm Security Plan & The American Outlaw Soul 07/11/2025

China’s Farmland, The National Farm Security Plan & The American Outlaw Soul In 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. Agzaga is the official sponsor of Talk Dirt to Me! It is the ultimate online farm store. American owned and operated. Go check out their site and get what you need. Be sure to use the code TalkDirt20 to get $20 off your order of $50 or more! Visit them at: 👉 Listen now, hit subscribe, and leave Logan and Bobby Lee a 5-star review to keep the dirt talk rolling every week! Follow us on social media: Talk Dirt to Me Instagram: Bobby Lee: Facebook- Instagram- YouTube- Logan: Facebook- Instagram- YouTube- /episode/index/show/talkdirttome/id/37370760