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Madison Outhier: Breakaway Roping Records, Devastating Injury, $1M Career Earnings Aug 20, 2025

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In this episode of Like A Farmer, we’re joined by breakaway roping phenom Madison Outhier, a trailblazer who’s redefining success in and out of the rodeo arena. Madison breaks down the fast-paced world of breakaway roping for the uninitiated and reflects on her historic rise as the youngest champion at The American. From recovering after a devastating injury to crossing the $1,000,000 earnings milestone, she opens up about the grit it takes to stay on top. We dive deep into women’s growing power in rodeo, the reality of making money as a female athlete, and Madison’s own journey from Rookie of the Year to NFR contender. Plus, hear about her favorite rodeo moments, celebrity encounters, the magic of the Houston Rodeo, and the legacy of her legendary father. Madison also shares her entrepreneurial side with Madison Lyn Jewelry and her bold vision for the future of rodeo.

Chapters:

(0:00) - Welcome Madison Outhier!

(2:15) - Youngest to Win The American

(3:15) - Breakaway Roping Explained

(6:45) - Devastating Injury Relived Presented by CASE KNIVES

(13:15) - Women's Place in Rodeo

(15:15) - Making Money as a Woman in Rodeo

(16:15) - Give 'Em the Boot Presented by TECOVAS

(20:05) - From Rookie of the Year to NFR and $1,000,000 Earnings

(22:15) - Celebrities at the Rodeo

(25:05) - The Houston Rodeo + Madison's Legend of a Dad

(27:45) - Madison Lyn Jewelry + Helping the Younger Generation

(30:00) - The Future of Rodeo

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Ross Chastain on Zilisch Fall, SVG's Victory, Turf Farm Insights, & Richmond Race Preview Aug 14, 2025

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Ross Chastain takes you from doubleheaders in Iowa to road course battles at Watkins Glen, breaking down Shane van Gisbergen's win, and Connor Zilisch's fall. Then, he heads to Laurel, Delaware for a boots-on-the-ground tour of Horsey Turf Farms, diving into the world of residential sod. Plus, Ross tackles fan “Ask Across Anything” questions, shares a Richmond Raceway preview, and drops a few stories about billboards, glass-bottle Cokes, and his pit crew’s unexpected modeling career.

Chapters:

(0:00) - Welcome to Ag to Asphalt!

(0:30) - Smash Down Presented by LEVRACK

(3:35) – Truck Series Recap at Watkins Glen

(5:00) – Watkins Glen, DIL Prepping Issues, & SVG's Big Win

(7:30) -- Connor Zilisch Fall

(10:05) – Horsey Turf Farms Presented by GEORGIA BOOT

(16:15) – ASK ROSS ANYTHING

(20:00) – Cook Out 400 at Richmond Raceway Preview

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Drew Baldridge: First Self-Funded #1 in Country & Backyard COVID Concerts Aug 13, 2025

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Country artist Drew Baldridge joins Like A Farmer to talk about building his music career from the ground up, without a label. Raised in a small Illinois farm town, Drew shares how his rural roots shaped his sound, why old-school country is making a comeback, and how he made it to the Grand Ole Opry by betting on himself. Baldridge also talks about making an awkward request to Luke Combs and how he spent much of COVID playing concerts in rural folks' backyards.

Chapters:

(0:00) - Welcome Drew Baldridge!

(0:30) – First Self-Funded Country Musician

(4:30) – How the Music Industry Works

(6:45) – Cut the Tension Presented by CASE KNIVES

(8:45) – Old School Country Making a Comeback

(10:15) – Growing Up in a Farm Town and Intro to Music

(15:00) – Moving to Nashville and Going All-In on Music

(16:10) – Give ‘Em the Boot Presented by TECOVAS

(20:45) – How Music Tours are Formed and Playing Backyards During COVID

(25:00) – Asking Luke Combs for a Song & Grand Ole Opry

(28:00) – New Projects, Albums & Music

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Rocker Steiner: World’s #1 Ranked Bareback Rider Talks Rodeo, Family Legacy & Yellowstone Aug 06, 2025

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In this high-energy episode of Like A Farmer, we sit down with the #1 ranked professional bareback rider in the world, Rocker Steiner. At just 21 years old, Rocker’s already cemented his place in rodeo history with wins like his $100,000 payday at The American, and he’s just getting started. Rocker opens up about his fourth-grade education, being born into a legendary rodeo family, and what it takes to rise to the top of the PRCA world rankings. He shares the story behind his trademark red wardrobe, how he was literally named after Atlanta Braves pitcher John Rocker, and why his neighbor, Yellowstone creator Taylor Sheridan, asked him to appear on the hit series. From big dreams and bucket lists to the wild ride of rodeo life, this conversation is unfiltered, unexpected, and unforgettable.

Chapters:

(0:00) - Welcome Rocker Steiner!

(0:50) – World Rankings Presented by CASE KNIVES

(2:20) – Steiner Family Rodeo Lineage

(3:20) – 4th Grade Education

(5:50) – How Rocker Got Started in Rodeo

(10:20) – Winning $100,000 at The American

(11:50) – Rodeo Lifestyle

(15:20) – Rocker’s Guest Appearance on Yellowstone + Taylor Sheridan

(18:40) – Why Rocker Wears Red

(21:35) – Give ‘Em the Boot Presented by TECOVAS

(30:20) – Named After Braves Pitcher John Rocker

(33:20) – Miiiiike Jones

(35:20) – Rocker’s Bucket List and Goals

(37:20) – Injuries

(42:05) – Pre-Ride Hype Music

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Bubba's Big Win and Ask Ross Anything Plus IT'S CORN! Jul 31, 2025

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Ross Chastain is back behind the mic with another episode of Ag to Asphalt! This week, Ross recaps the action-packed races at Pocono and EchoPark Speedway, sharing his takeaways and behind-the-scenes moments. He also takes listeners out to Pless Farms’ peanut fields for a look at life on the farm during the growing season. Plus, it's time for another Ask Ross Anything segment, where Ross answers YOUR burning questions. And don’t miss his thoughts heading into one of the most unique events of the year: the Chicago Street Course.

Chapters:

(0:00) - Welcome to Ag to Asphalt!

(0:45) - Smash Down Presented by LEVRACK

(3:00) – Truck Series Recap in Indy

(6:10) – Brickyard 400 Recap + Bubba “Darrell” Wallace Win

(7:45) – Vincent Farms Presented by GEORGIA BOOT

(14:45) – ASK ROSS ANYTHING

(15:30) – Iowa Corn 350 Preview

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Dillon Carmichael: The American Dream, FFA Jacket Story, & New Music Jul 30, 2025

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Country music star Dillon Carmichael joins Like A Farmer to dive deep into the rich ties between country music and rural life. From his Kentucky roots (bourbon, chicken, and football included) to honoring veterans by hanging American flags during COVID, Dillon shares the stories that shape his music and his mission. Presented by CASE KNIVES, the Cut That Song segment explores his family’s lineage in music. Dillon also talks about the legacy of the FFA jacket, answers some tough questions during Give 'Em the Boot presented by TECOVAS, and what’s next in his career. Plus, he treats us to a favorite cover song and give us some behind-the-scenes stories in the making of his brand-new album.

Chapters:

(0:00) - Welcome Dillon Carmichael!

(3:00) - Bond Between Country Music and Agriculture

(6:55) - Cut that Song Presented by CASE KNIVES

(10:00) - Religion in Country Music

(12:05) - Kentucky Bourbon, Chicken, and Football

(14:25) - Hanging American Flags and Veteran Stories

(18:35) - The FFA Jacket Story

(25:05) - Give 'Em the Boot Presented by TECOVAS

(29:05) - Dillon Sings His Favorite Cover Song

(34:35) - NEW Music and What's Next for Dillon Carmichael

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Cody Jinks on Sobriety, Today's "Soft" Country, & Speaking His Mind Jul 23, 2025

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This week on Like A Farmer, outlaw country star Cody Jinks pulls up a chair for a raw, wide-ranging conversation you won’t want to miss. From his punk and metal roots to writing “Hippies and Cowboys” while broke, Cody shares the untold stories behind his rise to country music icon status. He opens up about the struggles during COVID, why he homeschools his kids, what made him quit drinking, and what he wants his legacy to be. Plus, his Mount Rushmore of music, spicy takes on today’s industry, and all the details on his latest album “In My Blood” which drops on July 25!

Chapters:

(0:00) - Welcome Cody Jinks!

(8:00) – Getting His Start in Punk and Metal

(19:00) – Being Broke & Writing Hippies and Cowboys

(22:00) – COVID’s Challenges

(24:00) – Give ‘Em the Boot Presented by TECOVAS

(31:00) – Cody’s Mount Rushmore of Music

(34:00) – Today’s Music Generation is Soft + the CONTROLLING Record Labels

(39:15) – Why Homeschool Your Kids?

(44:00) – Fishing and Duck Hunting Stories

(46:45) – Cody Jinks’ Legacy Wish

(53:45) – Cut That Song Presented by CASE KNIVES (“Mamma Song”)

(1:01:45) – Why Cody Quit Drinking

(1:05:00) – What’s Next for Cody Jinks

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Chicago Street Race with SVG, Soil Science, and an Apology to 99 Jul 17, 2025

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Chapters:

(0:00) - Welcome to Ag to Asphalt!

(0:35) - Smash Down Presented by LEVRACK with SVG's Chicago Street Win

(4:40) - Blowing Glass and Sonoma Recap

(13:00) - University of Georgia Crop and Soil Studies Presented by GEORGIA BOOT

(25:30) - ASK ROSS ANYTHING

(28:00) - Dover's Monster Mile Preview

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NASCAR Driver & Farmer?! Ross Chastain Talks Coke 600, Agriculture & Summer Recipes Jul 16, 2025

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Live from the iconic Nashville Superspeedway, this special episode of Like A Farmer brings together horsepower and homegrown flavor! NASCAR driver and proud watermelon farmer Ross Chastain joins us fresh off his BIG win at the Coca-Cola 600, sharing behind-the-scenes stories and his deep-rooted passion for the Ag to Asphalt series, now airing under the Like A Farmer channel. Ross opens up about how NASCAR and agriculture are finally coming together to spotlight America’s farming communities, on and off the track. Joining Ross is Fresh From Florida Chef Justin Timineri, who brings the heat with some mouthwatering summer recipes and tips for turning Florida’s freshest ingredients into dishes you’ll crave all season long. Whether you're a racing fan or foodie, this episode puts you in the fast lane of flavor and farming.

Chapters:

(0:00) - Welcome Ross Chastain and Chef Justin!

(0:20) - Winning the Coca-Cola 600

(1:10) - What We're Cooking Up Today

(8:40) - Ross' Ag to Asphalt Series

(11:35) - Cut to the Chase Presented by CASE KNIVES

(19:30) - Go-To Summer Recipes

(23:45) - NASCAR and Agriculture Coming Together

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Uncle Kracker Uncut: Kid Rock and Eminem Stories, ‘Follow Me’ & Kenny Chesney’s Big Ask Jul 09, 2025

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On this episode of Like A Farmer, country rocker Uncle Kracker sits down to talk music, memories, and Motor City roots. He dives into growing up in Detroit, kicking off his music career at just 12 years old, and how Kid Rock helped launch his path to stardom. In Beer Thoughts presented by OUTLAW LIGHT, Kracker shares raw takes on today’s music scene, writing rap in his early years, and how the industry’s changed since his debut. He doesn’t shy away from the details, including the Eminem vs. Kid Rock feud, his first record deal, and what it was like stepping into the spotlight. In Cut That Song presented by CASE KNIVES, Kracker reveals which hit song he wishes he wrote, and in Give ’Em the Boot presented by TECOVAS, he gives us his personal Mount Rushmore of Musicians, and it’s one you don’t want to miss. This one’s packed with stories and a whole lot of Kracker-style honesty.

Chapters:

(0:00) - Welcome Uncle Kracker!

(2:00) – Life in Detroit and Starting Music Career at 12

(8:55) – Beer Thoughts Presented by OUTLAW LIGHT

(11:10) – How Kid Rock Took Uncle Kracker Under His Wing

(14:10) – Writing Rap Songs and How Music has Changed

(18:10) – Eminem and Kid Rock Feud

(21:40) – Uncle Kracker’s First Record Deal

(24:40) – Cut That Song Presented by CASE KNIVES

(31:10) – From 2012 Record to 2025 Record

(36:55) – Uncle Kracker’s Mount Rushmore of Musicians

(39:20) – Give ‘Em the Boot Presented by TECOVAS

(47:55) – What’s Next for Uncle Kracker?

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