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    • Apr 15, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
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    Episode #6: The Story of National FFA President Doster Harper

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2021 46:54


    In this week's episode of the podcast we talk with the 2020-2021 National FFA President, Doster Harper. We discuss leadership inside of FFA, how Doster came to have his current title, and what his biggest takeaways from serving as have been. Huge thank you to Doster Harper for taking the time to come on the show and have such a great conversation!

    Episode #31: FFA Stories with Joe Carlon

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2021 26:21


    On this week's episode of the Cowboy Talk Podcast we talk with past North Lake FFA member Joe Carlon about FFA, college and much more. Some great stories and lessons in this episode! Huge thank you to Joe Carlon for coming on the podcast!

    Episode #30: A Conversation with Jamie Roscoe

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2020 35:13


    On this week's episode of the podcast Justin has a great conversation with Jamie Roscoe about things including the military, owning a restaurant and being a volunteer first responder.  Huge thank you to Jamie Roscoe for coming on the show! If you would like to listen to more of Justin Sharp search "The Sharp Side of the World", wherever you listen to podcasts or click the links below: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-sharp-side-of-the-world/id1497660256 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5ShZ55ugeHqpM41eh8T4Vw?si=E1WL7OE9SkeDlEcl3GFQxg Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/show/588535      

    Episode #29: Reminiscing With Mr. Fritz

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2020 21:07


    In today's episode of the podcast we sit down with Mr. Fritz, North Lake Elementary School Teacher, and reminisce about Justin's elementary days along with discussing some COVID-19 changes and the life of a teacher. Thank you for coming on the show Mr. Fritz!! Go check out "The Sharp Side of the World" if you want to hear Justin Sharp talk politics and everything else under the sun

    Episode #28: The Closing of the Warner Creek Correctional Facility with James Williams

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2020 36:12


    In this week's episode we chat about the closing of the Warner Creek Correctional Facility in Lakeview, Oregon with Lake County Commissioner James Williams. We also talk about the issues of social media and public discourse, COVID-19, and the relationship between county commissioners and the governors office in Oregon. Massive thank you to James Williams for coming on the show again! If you want to listen to another great podcast go check out "The Sharp Side of the World" wherever you listen to podcasts!

    Episode #27: A Career in Plant Genetics with Dr. Blair Waldron

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2020 37:49


    In today's episode we talk with Blair Waldron, USDA research geneticist and brother of co-host Chad Waldron. This episode gives great insight into pursuing a career in science and agriculture. Huge thank you to Dr. Waldron for coming on the show! 

    Episode #26: A Career in the Navy And Nuclear Engineering with Kirk Waldron

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2020 47:22


    In this week's episode, we talk about Kirk Waldron, (brother of co-host Chad Waldron), about his career in the Navy, including his work around nuclear reactors and power systems on aircraft carriers. We also discuss the choice of going into the Navy and other branches of the military for high school seniors. Massive thank you to Kirk Waldron for coming on the show! Listen to the new and improved Sharp Side of the World podcast with Justin Sharp: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-sharp-side-of-the-world/id1497660256

    Episode #25: Going to College Out of State with Ella Pierson

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2020 26:47


    In today's episode, we talk with North Lake Graduate and Utah State University student Ella Pierson. We discuss what Ella is doing under COVID-19 restrictions, what college out of state is like, and tips on choosing colleges. Thank you Ella for coming on the podcast!

    Episode #24: Lake County Watershed Council and Washington Leadership Conference with Colleen Withers

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2020 31:06


    In today's episode, we talk with former North Lake FFA President, Lake County Watershed Council Program Manager and Fiscal Administrator Colleen Withers. We discuss the details of watershed councils and reminisce over FFA memories. Thanks to Colleen for coming on today! Share the podcast with all your friends! 

    Episode #23: GMO's and Agricultural Media with Dr. Kevin Folta

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2020 32:29


    If you want to learn something new today, listen to this podcast! We talk with the University of Florida Horticulture Professor and host of the Talking Biotech Podcast, Dr. Kevin Folta about GMOs, the fight to shift the message on GMOs, and agricultural media in general. Massive thank you to Dr. Folta for taking the time to talk with us. Check out his podcast: http://www.talkingbiotechpodcast.com/  

    Episode #22: Inside OSU Campus with Raven Waldron

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2020 26:45


    In today's episode, we talk about school shutdowns and the state of the OSU campus with past FFA member Raven Waldron.   Stay tuned for more episodes in the coming weeks despite school shutdowns. Justin Sharp apologizes for his voice, he has been exposed to COVID-19.

    Episode #21: Issues Facing Oregon Ag with State Senator Dennis Linthicum

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2020 35:51


    In this week's episode, we talk with Oregon State Senator Dennis Linthicum about COVID-19, issues facing Oregon agriculture, and the inner workings of the Oregon State Legislature. DISCLAIMER: This episode of the podcast is much more political than other episodes, so if you would like to avoid politics you may want to listen to next week's episode or go back and listen to previous episodes. Massive thank you to Senator Linthicum for coming on the show! 

    Episode #20: Inside Oregon FFA with CEO Shawn Dooley

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2020 31:24


    In today's episode of the podcast, we chat with Oregon FFA CEO Shawn Dooley about his past in FFA, the current state of the association, and what the future of Oregon FFA looks like amidst a pandemic.  Share the podcast with all your friends on social media and by word of mouth, along with leaving a 5-star review wherever possible. Thanks!

    Episode #19: American vs. European Education with Andrew Shawcroft

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2020 37:32


    Our first international guest, all the way from Austria! In this week's episode, we talk with former North Lake History teacher Andrew Shawcroft about the differences between America and Europe in terms of education systems and many other things.  Huge thank you to Mr. Shawcroft for coming on the podcast!

    Episode #18: Lake County Leadership and Oregon Forest Management w/ Lake County Commissioner James Williams

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2020 30:51


    In this week's episode, we sit down with Lake County Commissioner James Williams. We discuss what it's like being in a political office and leadership role in today's America, specifically in Lake County, along with Oregon forest management.  Huge thanks to James Williams for coming on the podcast! We apologize for the poor audio quality, the recording location of this episode was not optimal, the next episode will be much better.

    Episode #17: Interview With Representative Breese-Iverson

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2020 31:14


    In this week's episode we discuss wildfires, land management, water management, and more topics with Oregon House District 55 Representative Vikki Breese-Iverson. Huge thank you to Representative Breese-Iverson for coming on the podcast.  Please share the podcast on social media, and tell all your friends about the show so we can get new listeners! Find the Podcast here: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cowboy-talk/id1532578959 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UT99z2qT8dbCux0qHuAzM Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkLnBvZGJlYW4uY29tL3RoZWNvd2JveXRhbGsvZmVlZC54bWw  

    NEW PLACES TO FIND THE PODCAST!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2020 3:18


    Podbean is cool and all, but there are 3 brand new ways that you can listen to the Cowboy Talk Podcast that are most likely going to be easier for you to find on a regular basis. Find the new locations of the podcast by following the directions said in this episode, or click these links: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cowboy-talk/id1532578959 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UT99z2qT8dbCux0qHuAzM Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkLnBvZGJlYW4uY29tL3RoZWNvd2JveXRhbGsvZmVlZC54bWw  

    Episode #16: Interview with Kevin Leehman on the Brattain Fire

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2020 14:43


    On this week's episode of the podcast we sit down with Kevin Leehmann, High Desert Rangeland Fire Protection Association member who was played a key role in fighting the Brattain fire near Paisley, Oregon. We discuss the origins of the fire, how it was fought and what effects it will have going forward, along with how fires like these can be prevented. Massive thank you to Kevin and all those who fought the fire. If you would like to show your support go to the following links and donate to the HDRFPA's GoFundMe, or become a member and volunteer yourself for a great organization. HDRFPA Website: http://hdrfpa.org/ HDRFPA Gofundme: https://charity.gofundme.com/o/en/campaign/high-desert-rangeland-fire-protection-association  

    Episode #15: School Back in Session + Interview with Scott McCord

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2020 21:59


    In this week's episode we sit down and talk about summer, school reopening, and also a discussion with North Lake staff member Scott McCord. Tune in in coming weeks for more of the podcast!

    Episode #14: Small Schools Opening and Lake County Fair

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2020 29:10


    In today's episode, we discuss small schools opening and plans for North Lake in the coming weeks, along with the agenda for the Lake County Fair livestock auction.  We hope to have a truly weekly show starting the week of September 14th, so stay tuned.

    Episode #13: COVID19 and School in the Fall, with Mr. Williams

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2020 23:43


    In today's episode, we sit down with the new North Lake School Principal, Mr. Williams, and discuss school opening amidst COVID-19 and other changes. Stay tuned for more episodes in coming weeks.

    Special Edition: On Life Changing

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2020 3:35


    Life can be tough and this year is showing us all how fast things can change. Thoughts on 2020 in this special episode of The Cowboy Talk Podcast.

    Episode #12- Conversations With Those Affected By Coronavirus

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2020 24:46


    On this week's episode Justin talks on the phone with FFA members from all over Central Oregon about what they've been up to with closures and their thoughts on future events.

    Episode #11- Coronavirus and Agricultural Education With Jeff Papke and Dan McNary

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2020 75:35


    In today's episode we talk over the phone with Jeff Papke and Dan McNary, ag teachers, FFA advisors and Oregon Ag Teacher Association members. We discuss the ag teacher community and the response to coronavirus from ag education and also hear some great stories to keep the mood high in these difficult times. We wish you the best of health and prosperity as times get tougher. Listen to The Sharp Side of the World by copying and pasting: thesharpside.podbean.com into your browser.

    Episode #10- Coronavirus, School Closure and a Conversation with North Lake Superintendent Mr. Kerr

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2020 21:17


    On today's episode of the podcast we discuss how coronavirus is affecting the podcast, North Lake and people abroad. Listen in for more episodes throughout school closure.

    Episode #9- Conversation with Conley Kittredge

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2020 26:49


    On today's episode of the podcast we sit down with past FFA member Conley Kittredge and talk about Cap and Trade, Ag business and everything in between. Share the podcast! Listen to the Sharp Side of the World by copying and pasting thesharpside.podbean.com into your browser for more interesting content.

    Episode #8- Conversation with Oregon State FFA President Josiah Cruikshank

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2020 25:06


    On today's episode of the podcast we discuss FFA, North Lake athletics and have an interesting conversation with Oregon FFA State President Josiah Cruikshank. Find the podcast here on podbean, and also on the North Lake FFA Facebook page. Listen to the Sharp Side of the World with Justin Sharp by copying and pasting thesharpside.podbean.com into your browser or searching "The Sharp Side of the World" on Apple Podcasts.  

    Episode #7- Interview with Shelly Spurgeon + School Conspiracy Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2020 18:05


    On today's episode of the podcast we interview North Lake High School science teacher Shelly Spurgeon and discuss a new school podcast on its way about conspiracies. Contact us at nitsuj2203@gmail.com and cwald71@yahoo.com. Listen to the Sharp Side of the World with Justin Sharp. Copy and paste this URL into your browser: thesharpside.podbean.com 

    BONUS EPISODE: The Sharp Side of the World #5- A Tale of Two Populations

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2020 16:59


    This bonus episode of the podcast is another taken from The Sharp Side of the World with Justin Sharp. This episode is about the growing problem in America of rural-urban divide and how it is affecting the country. Copy and paste this link for The Sharp Side of the World: thesharpside.podbean.com 

    Episode #6- Scott Tobiasson and Mr. Waldron at Tech Conference

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2020 16:15


    On today's episode of the podcast we go over some school news, interview community member Scott Tobiasson and take a phone call with Mr. Waldron who is in Portland at a tech conference. Find us on Facebook at the North Lake FFA Facebook page and soon to be on iTunes. For more content like this follow The Sharp Side of the World podcast on Podbean and Apple podcasts.

    BONUS EPISODE: "Agriculture's Biggest Problems": Originally on The Sharp Side of the World

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2020 13:55


    This is a bonus episode on Cowboy Talk, originally an episode on The Sharp Side of the World with Cowboy Talk's own Justin Sharp. Original can be found at: thesharpside.podbean.com . On this bonus episode Justin discusses some of the biggest problems facing agriculture from economics to a rising number of uneducated urban citizens. Subscribe to the Sharp Side of the World for more content like this and much more. Contact us at nitsuj2203@gmail.com, cwald71@yahoo.com or on Facebook on the North Lake FFA page.

    Episode #5: Interview with Cameron Salvitelli + District Convention Results

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2020 23:00


    On today's episode of the podcast we sit down and talk about district convention results, along with an interview and discussion with La Pine CTE teacher, Cameron Salvitelli. Find us on Facebook and Apple Podcasts. Write us a review and always make sure to subscribe!

    Episode #4: Interview With Past FFA Member: Raven Waldron

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2020 16:49


    Listen in today to hear about some general school news, and then an interview with past FFA member, Raven Waldron. We discuss Oregon State University, FFA memories and many many other topics!

    Cowboy Talk Episode 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2020 18:15


    In our pilot episode, North Lake shop students talk about setting up the radio and sound system and beginning the podcast, the daily Spurs, Central Oregon District FFA Convention, the new CTE building, hosting the district wrestling tournament, student council activities, and other exciting things going on at school. We've also included a short segment on the school bond update and plans to start a FFA Trap Shooting team. Enjoy and check back for future programs.

    Episode #3: North Lake FFA Weekly

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2020 12:08


    Join us today on Cowboy Talk to hear about plans for the podcast along with exciting information about upcoming events in our FFA Chapter! If you're looking for a place to advertise contact us at nitsuj2203@gmail.com and/or cwald71@yahoo.com. Tune in weekly for new episodes!

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