Trent Loos' Podcast: Recent Episodes
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For the 4th consecutive year Team Loos has a pig that has received a pardon from the Mayor of Omaha. Don't lose focus it is all about promoting the Kroc Center for kids in Omaha.
Dave Erickson a father, grandfather, farmer and God fearing American set the correct path for his family to follow. Today's tribute explains why we should all hope to be as successful in that endeavor as Dave has been.
Rodeo Barrelman Robbie Hodges had his contract canceled due to speaking the truth at rodeo performance in Michigan. Marty Beard brings it to our attention and suggest if we don't step up now we will be stepped on next.
Dr. Stephen Smith Texas A&M says that oleic fat in brisket taste better because of a lower melting point. Kobe beef has lowest overall melting point actually half of other beef fat.
Why have we in agriculture allowed so many great words to be hijacked? In addition we discuss TRUE SUSTAINABILITY in beef farming, profitable, high quality beef people want to pay a premium for.
Sheryl Spencer from the state of Washington joins me today to discuss how the endearing term "Patriot" no longer means what it did. How do we fix that?
I think one of the best kept secrets in the entire food system is the value the ag aviators bring to the farm. Today I will give a series of reminders about how important chemicals and the fellers willing to risk so much to help.
Heath & Abbie Bryant have a true farmer in their oldest son 8 year old Kaden. You don't need to see the body language with his excitement it comes through loud and clear in his voice...just listen.
As a follow up to yesterday's commentary on the North Dakota protest the protesters need to be local and focus on real Indian Country issues.
Beef is second to no other food source for repairing your body after strenuous activity. What better time to remind ourselves of that than during the Olympics?
Living on the Rosebud Indian Reservation in South Dakota for 5 years taught me alot. It is not my fault American Indians live on reservations just like it is not my fault slavery did exist in the U.S. The Dakota protest is setting the course forward (or backward) for our nation.
What happened to due process and innocent until proven guilty? Are the Bundy men being treated completely as political prisoners? Utah Attorney Todd MacFarlane on this and much more.
Making a name for herself and following her dream successfully in Hollywood T'Lane Balue will never forget her Kansas roots. It all started with her "ears" (corn ears that is).
All American Beef Battalion sets record high number of troops fed in the past 8 days. Bill Broadie founder of AABB gives his first hand account of how grounded of a human being actor Gary Sinise is.
Intramuscular fat creates the best tasting beef in the world and it is thanks to corn feeding. But wait there is more the corn takes CO2 and makes oxygen it's win/win for all.
The Chicago Tribune has just completed a series on pig farming in Illinois. The producers went out of their way to open the door to any pig farm yet the Tribune performed a hatchet job that makes all other hatchet attacker's jealous.
Back on 2010 Susan Jones of TN thought we need a national holiday in August. It appeared that National Watermelon Day was the best bet and this year it exploded.
Author of The Big Fat Surprise Nina Teicholz back on Rural Route Radio today to visit about how the meatless agenda has been to stifle her. Despite the attempts she is still on the front lines for the nations consumer, getting us the facts about healthy living.
Much discussion is happening about the cow in today's consumer world. So what the real story when it comes to GHG's? Trent Loos will put into perspective.
So can further processing make a boneless ham comparable to a bone in ham? The next President of American Association of Meat Processors Doug Hankes of Thrushwood Farms weighs in.
Finding a path with a purpose after serving in the U.S. military can be tough for some of our veterans. The Farmer/Veteran Coalition is certainly providing a great service to our country by assisting with that very purpose. Case in point Jason Ainslie with rabbit production from Oregon.
Dan Christensen is a 3rd generation SD farmer and once was one of the nation's elite breeders of hunting dogs. Not any more, so listen to this attack on animal ownership and understand you could be next.
New York state has a huge push for breweries and distilleries and doing it a barn is a wonderful idea. On this Red Shirt Friday edition I say thank you to Carrie Fischer for her service but do give a little something to cause fermentation.
A recent CDC report indicates that farmers commit more suicide more than any other occupation. Michael Rosmann a farmer/psychologist devotes 100% of his time to farmer's behavior health and weighs in on the topic with a great background.
Working daily at becoming a para-rescue member of the United States Air Force JW Hart gives us great glimpse of life in the military today.
In today's world any family who stands up for personal property rights is targeted by the Federal Government. John Duarte shares his family trials and it will leave you speechless.
Kris Wilson has every reason to feel sorry for himself and be pissed at the world. Instead he is using FaceBook to share the word of God and create a prayer chain that helps people.
The origins of Father's Day and so many other holidays we celebrate started in a church. Is that why they are suddenly being challenged? And will Vin Scully's statement go without a hitch?
Thara is one of 11 Finicum children that lost their father Jan 26, 2016 at a "routine traffic stop" in Harney County, OR. Today Thara gives us the background on why her father was at the Malheur National Wildlife Refuge to begin with.
As I left Burns, OR on Jan 11, 2016 a feller who called himself Ed Jones approached me about the car I was driving. I am not sure if he was undercover FBI or really a concerned citizen. Well now he is running for Governor of Oregon.
The Team Loos fire pit in Central Nebraska is the place to be for sure. As 12 friends in agriculture stop by for some fire pit beef and pork Mark Peebles share how much we really have in common.
Day 1 as Mayor Bill de Blasio had his sights set on killing the Horse/Carriage business in NYC. I doubt he understood the tenacity of true animal folks. Well he does now.
Annually I make my journey North of the border and meet up with Don Down. He has recently hosted a start up horse driving clinic and young people are interested. He also gives a me a direct order on what I need to do.
Guest host on Red Shirt Friday they talk about animal husbandry, her "Buckinglamb Palace", undercover videos from activists, food labeling, GMO's and much much more.
Donald Trump is speaking this very minutes in Bismarck, ND and Marty Beard is threatened that he will be arrested. He did not expect to find people celebrating the life of LaVoy Finicum but he did and they both join me on air.
A terrible discussion recently on behalf of Mason City, IA community to reject a pork processing plant based on a selective portrayal of the truth. Larry Sailer is a pig farmer/blogger joins and separates the fact from fiction.
Amazing as it is this 1964 snapshot of the Federal Government intruding on American's freedoms sounds like the headlines of today. Then Marty Beard with give his summary of Range Rights and Resource Symposium.
No one is calling for the sale of Federal Lands rather simply transfer the management to the state instead. Elko County Commissioner Dahl explains very quickly on this Loos Tales.
Today by Governor proclamation it is Hannah Houston day as she will appear on the The Voice tonight. Understanding the human element of the state the Gov also declared flags at half staff on May 15, 2016 as he proclaimed it to be Peace Officer day. But before we finish we spend a little time discussing the no-limits approach of President Obama.
God created the first ethanol factory and her purpose continues to be make the planet and human lives healthier.
Erin Maupin a local rancher took it upon herself to tell these stories of local residents who were put under terror. In no way shape or form did any of these individuals have anything to do with the occupation of Malheur National Wildlife Refuge, the FBI knew they were not yet repeatedly did the same thing.
Wendell Schumm from Wallenstein, Ontario joins today to give full details into the bad marketing plan Earl's Kitchen tried to pull off.
The May 2016 edition of National Geographic is writing entirely about Yellowstone National Park and our love with "The Wild." Join this excellent discussion on David Quammen's two years worth of research about Yellowstone.
Matt Bode is the cattle procurement manager for Creekstone Farms. As the result of chain restaurant questions have come up with the Halal harvesting method. Matt explains exactly what that means for them.
The States must stop allowing the Federal Government control state resources such as wildlife they have no authority. Which state will be the first to ENOUGH ALREADY? Dr Angus McIntosh Director of Natural Resource Law & Policy Research explains.
Since the pioneers came West and tamed the Wilderness into the greatest resource producing nation in the world it has been the Mothers who have held families together. Today I say thank you.
Is it an old or new idea that farmers share equipment use? Well today Jeff Dema President and Jason Wykoff share their ideas on sharing equipment cost.
He produces what people are willing to pay for without trying to tear down the rest of the industry. Mike has the perfect approach to a small group of American citizens who love buying the story.
As the mother of three children, it is vitally important to me to ensure that antibiotics are effective when I need them most: when one of my kids is sick. As a veterinarian, I also recognize the importance of antibiotics to the welfare of animals. I took an oath to protect animal health, prevent animal suffering, and to promote human health. Remaining true to this oath is very important to me. - See more at: http://animalantibiotics.org/meet-dr-dorman/#sthash.fp1yL4Zw.dpuf
Is this yet another example of how tag is waging the dog? Why do we believe that NGO's who want beef production to go away will actually help us? The answers today with Wyoming Cattlemen Tracy Hunt.
Directly under this sign reading "Buy Local" the first three food items I picked up come from 2 different states and another country. A HUGE discussion needs occur about the price of food and the percentage the farmer gets.
As long as citizens accept the level of corruption we are currently accepting it will never change.
If you treated your dog like the Bundy family is currently being treated in prison you would be convicted of animal abuse. BJ Soper from founder of Pacific Patriots Network shares insight from the family
The full report has been released but Lt Chad Davis joins Trent Loos to address some otherwise unasked question.
Dara Lovitz joins to actually drive the conversation today on the program. Despite thinking she had an easy place to start with common ground we really need to search to find things we do agree on. Kids and sedentary lifestyle that may be it yet we have a respectful discussion.
Walmart doesn't know or care about chicken welfare. The end result with this cage free announcement means fewer chicken farms and higher consumer prices. Who wins? You got it only Walmart.
Marty Beard has created the Fun Bus tour for those who love nature. This is the rooster fighting season and if you care you to ride the Beard Fun Bus with guided fighting tours throughout the Northern Prairie you will not want to miss this one.
For the second year in a row the Prosser's are inviting cattlemen from the entire world to evaluate their bulls on the ranch in near Winslow, AZ. What ranchers do today to produce more food with fewer resources is absolutely amazing Bob shares how.
Rick Martin has built something that farmers in Ontario really need. A high quality reliable feed supply. Listen to him not only explain but clearly lay the challenge for me to step up my game.
Vanessa doesn't need to tell you she is extremely passionate about agriculture you can hear it in her voice. I have found a tremendous number of young adults in Ontario excited about the future of farming. None more infectious that Vanessa Dirksen though.
Jessica Oelschlagel has made a tremendous impact in social media simply because she is passionate about butchery. This young lady from Ontario know what she is going to accomplish with supplying education and nutrition to the human population.
Butch Eaton lives in Harney County and this conversation took place on March 15, 2016 as the FBI just left his front door. It is important that the public hears from those involved as to what really happened as opposed to the main stream media.
The 2016 KNRC Land, Water & Local-Government Conference will be held on Wednesday, April 13 and Thursday, April 14, 2016 at the United Wireless Arena & Conference Center next to the Boot Hill Casino & Resort in Dodge City, Kansas.
Not everyday okay not most days are you granted the opportunity to meet a self proclaimed Witch. But today in Stratford, Ontario I did and rather enjoyed the conversation.
When filling out the form to become a licensed dog breeder in the state of Nebraska the question of hours caused a problem. What exactly should an owner of animals list on the application?
Dave Johnson and his family are very thankful for generous neighbors. Without them their home would be gone today. David was fighting the fire in another location and came home to starling surprise.
You want to talk about a 10 year old stepping up to the plate Landri does just that today on Good Friday. Libbi is celebrating her 18th birthday the same day as Jesus died for our sins.
Barrett Smith is a neighboring K-State Extension Educator and has information needed about who to contact to donate hay for our friends in need.
Bill Broadie is a cattlemen from SW Kansas but is no stranger to generating money for great causes. Today no greater cause than helping our neighbors in cattle country with roll over auction at Pratt Livestock Thursday March 31, 2016.
The Nebraska State legislative session is down to the final 13 days for 2016. With a limited amount of time property tax reform and right to farm are two issues of top priority for the Governor.
Sandi has been filming major protest in NYC and has never experienced anything like this before. They are her enemy she says, wait I thought they were on the same side.
The country is not happy with the establishment and that is not just with out elected officials. NCBA is going to learn that the hard way.
Sandi has camera will travel NYC to get the real story exposed. She is very troubled by what she has witnessed at this latest Trump Tower protest listen to why.
In todays world most restaurants think they can tell the farmer how to farm but not Culvers. Landri J. discusses why the Loos family chooses this one.
On St Patrick's Day 2016 Julie shares why it is people often call her a Monsanto shill. Despite how wrong it truly is what she has learned about farming is incredible.
Simply driving from her home to Burns, OR to fix a snow cat Ruth is detained for more than an hour. How would you feel if you were held at gun point and your property searched for no good reason?
In 2015 Gary authored a book called "Is America Being Destroyed from Within." A direct result of what he has witnessed the Obama administration doing to erode the rule of law. If you can't handle the truth don't take the time to listen.
Rep Jason Chaffetz has now introduced a bill that would revert the law enforcement to the County Sheriff instead of the BLM and U.S. Forrest Service.
Landri shares how fortunate she is to have 4 grandparents that she can still spend time with today. Larry and Leona Loos were married 52 years ago today. On a somewhat related note her Grandparents Eldon and Elsie Kieborz have been married 50 years as well.
The "Dog Whisperer Cesar Millan" from CA is being sought for questioning about a dog biting a hog on a recent TV show. How far will we let these clueless American citizens in removing our right to private property?
Tim Smith is the Chairman of the Harney County Committee for Safety and continues to seek local control despite the intimidation from local and federal entities.
As we sit on a bale of hay Jeff will walk you through the next revolution in modern food production with milkers that show up for work every single day.
Brad Montague owns Star of the West Hat Company in Rapid City, SD and just been put on the hit list by the Federal Government for selling animal parts. His beaver caught of the Feds.
A constant passion for making a difference in educating folks about the importance of modern agriculture Leroy has become the dearest of friends. Tremendous meeting Saturday night in Decorah, IA.
Statistics that are actually very hard to believe that so many people are hit by a train daily. In addition only 1 in 4 RR crossings are marked by lights and crossing arm. Operation Lifesaver is about bringing better awareness to all.
The Nebraska legislative session is well under way and while there has been progress in property tax relief it is no time to let up. Nebraska ag land tax has increased by 66% in the past 5 years and it needs to be fixed. Additionally businesses on main street and in rural areas are struggling with federal overreach and here is what Nebraska is doing about it.
A tremendous account to life in Harney County as a result of the Hammonds unjustly going to prison not once but twice for managing the U.S. resources correctly. Today listen to this fire expert talk about who is the real criminal in Harney County.
Hoops for Hearts is non-profit organization that assist kids with heart disease. Today Landri is requesting that you help by donating to the good cause. It needs to be done by Feb 29, 2016 thanks. http://jumphoops2016mwa.kintera.org/faf/donorReg/donorPledge.asp?ievent=1143413&lis=1&kntae1143413=7B1A5DA5C79546619DBCC819B6788492&supId=400125660&emaillogid=8722372697
Holly Martin the editor of the High Plains Journal has just informed me that this column has generated a certain level of concern with readers. I just had to share my concern about their concern. For your convenience I have attach a direct link. http://www.hpj.com/opinion/justice-style/article_25cd47a1-08e7-5998-9153-67d62e736073.html
A absolutely great beef educational tool the simulated Hereford cow has kids pull for calf multiple times an hour. Representing the KSU Vet School at the Kansas Cattle Drive 2016 in Buhler, KS Dr. Dave tells it like it is.
Brian Thompson the Chuckbox Aficionado who usually talks about better meat preparation techniques today brings a great discussion about how our dogs have less of a lice issue that most kids around the world.
Ed Terry is one of those individuals that continues inspiring young agriculturist to do great things. FFA creates opportunities for young people but they are still driven by advisors that get kids ready and motivated to get the most from them.
Rick Mages gives a great discussion about the history of not only Form A Feed company but the evolution of what it takes to thrive. That in addition to his four generations of a family with military service.
The future of aviation is quite possible not crystal clear. Where are the new pilots how do we fund small airports just a couple of the issues discussed today with this man who has really been there and done that with aviation.
How many people can name every book of the Bible in order like nothing flat? Well Landri took it upon herself to learn the books and would like to read a Scripture in church every week if Pastor Jim would only let her.
After conversation about the connections that I have made to China with the situation in Oregon Rachel has just learned more very troubling news about China in the U.S.
I have met a lot of interesting folks in the airports of the nation but Craig Russell is at the top of the list. He is headed Charleston, SC to compete in the Ultimate Race.... running 100 miles eating beef.
A true Patriot is not afraid of dying rather simply wants to make sure in death he/she makes a difference. No doubt this man will make the biggest difference yet in righting the wrongs in our great nation.
With the storm of the past few weeks Trent thinks there may be a silver lining in storm. Local County Sheriff's might have a belly full of Federal overreach.
Gordon Kahl a decorated WWII vet and farmer took on the Federal Government and was hunted down and killed. It happened Feb 13, 1983 and when you listen to the detail you will be certain the FBI tactics have not changed one bit. He has written a book about this situation called "Its all about power"