Barn Talk is a weekly podcast, hosted by father-son duo Sawyer & Tork Whisler. We exist to share content that educates, inspires, and makes viewers laugh out loud. From the Ag business world to investing, current events, entrepreneurship and much, much more, our vision is to promote agriculture in a positive light, while relating with everyday Americans in discussing kitchen table topics.
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Welcome to Barn Talk! In this Hot Topics episode, Sawyer and Tork cover everything from what’s happening on the farm to the bigger picture in AG, economics, and world events. You’ll get the latest mar...
The Sweet Smell of Success: Inside America's Manure Equipment Industry (01:06:49)
Welcome back to Barn Talk! In this episode, Tork and Sawyer dive deep into the world of manure and yes, there’s a whole lot more to it than you might think. Joined by guests John and Mark from Stutsma...
What’s the Secret to a Farmer’s Lasting Success? w/Jim Cuddeback (01:25:35)
Welcome to Barn Talk! In today’s episode, we welcome seasoned farmer Jim Cuddeback to the barn. Jim Cuddeback shares his family’s extraordinary 335-year journey in agriculture, experiences weathering ...
How to Crush Thanksgiving Like a True American! (01:04:39)
Welcome to Barn Talk! In this Thanksgiving episode, Tork and Sawyer bring holiday cheer (and pilgrim hats) as they answer listener questions and reflect on everything they're grateful for. The discuss...
Consolidation, Debt, and Opportunity: What’s Next for Young Americans? (01:05:21)
Sawyer and Tork take on everything from ag market trends and farm finance headaches to the recent NYC mayoral election and rising concerns about socialism in America. They dig into consolidation in ag...
How to Create a Brand That Fuels a Life of Freedom w/ Tim Jones (02:32:59)
Welcome to Barn Talk! In today’s episode, Sawyer and Tork are joined by brand builder, restaurateur, and bourbon aficionado Tim Jones. From his small-town Kentucky upbringing—where cattle farming, moo...
Why Farmers Are Done with Government Bailouts (01:15:18)
Welcome to Barn Talk! In today’s episode, hosts Tork and Sawyer open up the barn doors and let it all out, tackling everything from current farm market updates to hot-button issues in agriculture and ...
The Truth About Corn: Why It Runs America (And Your Life) w/ Steve Kuiper (01:37:46)
Welcome to Barn Talk! In today’s episode, hosts Tork and Sawyer welcome fifth-generation Iowa farmer and Iowa Corn Growers Association First Vice President, Steve Kuiper, for an honest, wide-ranging c...
From City Streets to Iowa Farmers: The Hilbert Brothers' 1st Generation Farming Journey (02:23:36)
Welcome to Barn Talk! Today’s episode is all about fresh starts and relentless hustle, featuring Grant and Spencer Hilbert—the Hilbert brothers. These first-generation Iowa farmers have built their op...
From Watermelon Fields to NASCAR Glory: Ross Chastain's Journey Unveiled (02:10:08)
Welcome to Barn Talk! In today’s episode, we’re bringing you a truly one-of-a-kind conversation with NASCAR star and proud watermelon farmer, Ross Chastain. Sawyer and Tork sit down with Ross to dig i...
How Do Farmers Handle Tough Times and Tougher Choices? (01:13:32)
Welcome to Barn Talk. From the ins and outs of this year’s harvest – including dryer breakdowns and yield surprises – to the realities of market updates, carbon credits, and the ever-evolving pressure...
The $1M Farm Diversification Escape: How One Iowa Farm Stays Viable w/Matt Kroul (01:52:01)
Welcome to Barn Talk. Today, we’re excited to bring you a conversation that truly celebrates the grit, diversity, and heart of Iowa agriculture. Our guest is Matt Kroul—an Iowa farm kid turned Univers...
Charlie Kirk's Tragic End: Reflections on a Dark Day in American Politics (00:57:33)
Welcome back to Barn Talk, where what happens at the barn doesn’t always stay in the barn. Today’s episode is a somber one, as Tork and Sawyer come together to reflect on the shocking assassination of...
From $4 Corn Lows to Podcast Pros: Farm4Profit's Lessons on Surviving Tough Markets (01:54:58)
Welcome back to Barn Talk! In this special guest episode, hosts Sawyer and Tork open up the barn doors to welcome the crew from the Farm4Profit podcast—Corey, Dave, and Tanner—for a lively, wide-rangi...
From Hopper Mishap to Farm Advocate: 25 Years of Wisdom on Surviving Farming's Hidden Dangers (01:08:43)
Welcome back to Barn Talk! In this episode, Sawyer and Tork welcome a very special guest—Jeff Crotwell from Easter Seals Wisconsin’s Farm Program. Jeff’s story starts on a dairy farm in southwest Wisc...
Welcome back to Barn Talk! In today’s episode, Sawyer and Tork are opening up the barn doors and getting real with a good old-fashioned Q&A session. From farm life to local politics—and even makeup ti...
Generational Wisdom on the Farm: Doug & Amy Larson's Story of Faith, Family, and Resilience (01:51:53)
Welcome back to Barn Talk! In today’s episode, Sawyer and Tork welcome Doug and Amy Larson from Minnesota—well-known faces in the online ag community and the family behind a thriving YouTube channel d...
Surviving the 80s Farm Crisis and Embracing AI as Farmers (01:05:40)
In today’s episode, your hosts Tork and Sawyer are coming to you from the barn with a special hybrid episode—no guest this week, but they’re diving into a mix of hot topics and answering listener ques...
Farming, Marriage, and Making It Work (01:07:01)
In this episode, Tork and Sawyer kick things off with a look at farm life, crop updates, and a hard-hitting market rundown—complete with plenty of honesty about the challenges currently facing agricul...
Inside the Iran Bombing: Military Moves, Global Tensions, and American Reactions (01:39:44)
In this Hot Topics episode, Tork and Sawyer pull back the curtain on a whirlwind of current events that have everyone talking. From the latest on the Iran bombings and what it could mean for global st...
How Millennial Farmer Built a Farming Empire on YouTube w/ Zach Johnson (02:46:06)
In this episode, we’ve got a true pioneer in the barn—Zach Johnson, better known as the Millennial Farmer. Zach’s been at the forefront of sharing real, unfiltered farm life with the world, picking up...
Farming Wisdom, Life Lessons & Ag Markets (01:25:38)
In this episode, today’s episode is a special one—it's Tork’s birthday, and Sawyer isn't letting that milestone slide quietly. They kick off the show with a candid, unscripted vibe (even tossing the u...
Green Beret to Whiskey Empire: Casey Maxted’s Fight for Veterans (02:23:41)
In this episode, we’re joined by Casey Maxted—a man whose resume reads like an adventure novel. From his roots growing up on an Iowa farm to serving as a Green Beret in the U.S. Special Forces and lat...
Protecting Kids, Perfecting Steaks, & What Really Matters (01:16:13)
In this episode, Sawyer and Tork are letting it all out, diving into everything from the current state of food and farming in America to the rapidly shifting landscape of technology and business. They...
Barn Talk Q&A: What Every Young Farmer Needs to Know: Life Lessons and Practical Advice (01:09:13)
In this episode, Tork and Sawyer open up the barn doors for another no-holds-barred Q&A, tackling questions submitted by you, the listeners. They kick things off with a quick update on the family farm...
