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Episode 12: Double Down in Texas with Karlee and Kinlee Rathmann

When I was watching our Iowa State Fair cattle show, I was intrigued by the judge. I soon realized that judge has two daughters who have made a name for themselves as well. Karlee and Kinlee Rathmann of Texas work very hard for every banner they have. I sat down with them to talk about their secrets to success.

Episode 11: The Bloomberg Powerhouse

On today’s show, I interviewed a sibling trio that is known in the show pig and cattle world. Breckyn, Brenhem and Berwick Bloomberg talked with me about their family and where their show travels have taken them so far. These guys are the real deal, bringing home banners about everywhere they go and they still have a huge career of showing ahead of them.

Episode 10: Ranching with the Collins Sisters

I was able to sit down with three sisters from Oklahoma who happened to be driving through Iowa on the way to a show. They have a unique history with cattle and ranching. Cierra, Claire and Cricket Collins will be 5th generation to operate and raise cattle in their family-owned business. The entire Collins family loves what they do; the cattle, the land and the competition to raise the best.

Episode 9: Your Daily Dose of Dairy with Jackson and Charlie Schulte

My guests on today’s show are two brothers from Iowa, Jackson and Charlie Schulte. Many might know the Schulte boys from their big wins on the national dairy cattle scene, but I know them best from playing basketball together and through 4H. On this episode, Jackson and Charlie share about their showing experience and insights into the dairy industry. Check them out on tiktok @schultebrosdairy.

Episode 8: Dynamite in Des Moines with Amanda Miklaszewski and Bradshaw Bunt

At the 2023 Exposition in Des Moines, Amanda Miklaszewski from Wisconsin showed the Champion Crossbred Gilt and Bradshaw Bunt from Oklahoma showed the Champion Crossbred Barrow. They both sat down with me after Expo to talk about their big wins.

Episode 7: Livestock Judging the Cyclone Way with Will Taylor & Dillon Sheiss

On this episode of The Joe Show, you'll be able to hear from Will Taylor and Dillon Sheiss. Will is the Iowa State University Livestock Judging Team coach and Dillon is a member of the team. We had a lot of fun talking about contests, the judging team and the upcoming ISU Judging Camp that everyone needs to get registered for. Here is that link: https://go.iastate.edu/RKJEBC 

Episode 6: When Opportunity Meets Preparation with Hayden Schroeder

Our guest on today’s show is Hayden Schroeder. If you haven’t heard of Hayden Schroeder, you’ve been living under a rock. Hayden has won pretty much every lamb and goat Texas major and show across the country he could show at. On today’s podcast, we’ll talk about his show career and what sets him a part from the pack.

Episode 5: Ewe Herd It Here First with Brayden Bowers

Thirteen-year-old, Brayden Bowers of Wisconsin is very connected in the show pig and show lamb industry. Learn more about Brayden, how he balances both species on a winning level and even an insight into his mom's cooking :).

Episode 4: Texas State of Mind with Brooke and Brynn Fort

Brooke Fort and Brynn Fort are nearly household names in the show pig industry as these twins have checked off winning most Texas majors. Learn stories behind some of their winning livestock and why their family move to Texas was one of the best decisions they've made.

Episode 3: The Life of a Showman with Kolten Lewis

At the ripe age of 5th grade, Kolten has shown in more national shows than most teenagers. He's a friend I show pigs with often and he's always down for a good time. Learn about his family's show pig operation, his favorite places to show and some of his favorites about the Iowa State Fair.