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Today on the Casual Cattle Conversations podcast, Shaye talks with veterinarian Dr. Paige Schmidt-Rios about bovine respiratory disease (BRD), its impact across the cattle supply chain, and key prevention strategies for ranchers. Dr. Paige explains BRD (also called pneumonia or shipping fever) as a complex syndrome involving multiple viruses and bacteria, often triggered when stress and environment compromise immunity; she lists common pathogens and notes BRD is a major cause of post-weaning illness.   They discuss treatment limits, including supportive care for viral cases and five antibiotic classes for bacterial pneumonia, highlighting mycoplasma's lack of a cell wall and fluoroquinolone restrictions, plus the role and timing of diagnostics and the need for a VCPR. Prevention focuses on colostrum within 12 hours, clean/dry calving environments, proper vaccine handling, and timely boosters, including considerations around preconditioning versus vaccinating at weaning.  Learn more about Noble here: https://bit.ly/3DD7uG0  Learn more about Vence here: https://bit.ly/4kfWrCG  Learn more abou Elanco here: https://farmanimal.elanco.com/us/beef   Catch more conversations like this one and learn more at https://www.casualcattleconversations.com/    01:16 4-H Memories  03:09 What BRD Really Is  06:45 Mycoplasma Spotlight  08:01 Treatment Options  11:09 Diagnostics And Timing  12:59 Vet Partnership And Management  16:29 Prevention Starts At Birth  20:00 Vaccines And Boosters  22:11 Weaning And Preconditioning  24:32 Prevention Recap And Supply Chain   

Trade war, Mark Carney, tariffs 0:00 - 10:09 - Shaye sets the table after the Canada-U.S. trade deal fell through 10:19 - 19:12 - No trade deal agreed to between Canada and the U.S. 19:23 - 26:49 - Have Albertans stopped buying American booze, and choosing Canadian instead? 27:01 - 35:12 - Canada plays with a weak hand against Trump, Ottawa's making it worse 35:23 - 42:09 - How will supply management be impacted by a future trade deal? 42:20 - 1:11:54 - Listeners react to trade war between Canada and the U.S. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mark Carney's brand, looming trade deal deadline, endangered species 0:00 - 07:58 - Shaye opens the show, discusses data centre townhall, looming trade deal 08:08 - 17:50 - Is Mark Carney's 'Canada Strong' brand starting to wane? 18:02 - 30:22 - Weekly economic recap / Dr. Eric Kam 30:34 - 38:31 - Data centres continue to draw eyes from all corners of the province 38:43 - 47:51 - Clock ticks away ahead of trade deal deadline 48:03 - 55:30 - When can your child stay home alone? Science suggests we're asking the wrong question 55:42 - 1:04:39 - Proposed changes to endangered species law would 'stab it to death' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Data centres, trade deal, Pierre Poilievre 0:00 - 09:26 - Shaye talks data centres, other news of the day 09:37 - 18:15 - Data centre town hall held in Central Alberta 18:29 - 32:42 - The farmers who fought a data centre, and won 32:53 - 42:16 - Why is Trump eager to claim that he's made a deal? 42:28 - 52:53 - Poilievre has a path to survival. He should take it. 53:04 - 1:04:10 - Alberta landowners fight fracking's water use Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Trump tariff pause, Drivers license issues, Alberta politics 0:00 - 09:52 - Shaye opens the show, no tariffs (yet) 10:02 - 18:23 - Edmonton marathon messes up length of race 18:35 - 27:19 - Married women share problems renewing Alberta driver's licenses 27:30 - 36:37 - Listeners share thoughts on new license, issues renewing 36:50 - 46:41 - Trump pauses tariffs for three days 46:53 - 54:18 - 'Owners are afraid': New tariffs could cut sales in half for some Canadian businesses 54:29 - 1:13:32 - 'Capital Conversations' with Melissa Caouette, Shannon Greer and Colin Aitchison Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SummaryIn this episode, we explore the joys and challenges of travel with ADHD, including impulsive booking, pre-trip anxiety, and navigating airports. Join us as we share personal stories, practical tips, and insights to make travel more enjoyable and less stressful for ADHD travelers. In this episode, Niquelle and Viv share practical travel hacks and insights for ADHDers navigating airports, solo travel, and post-holiday adjustments. Discover tips on managing overwhelm, packing, and maintaining routines while exploring the world solo or with loved ones.HostJulezAnaGuestsNiquelleVivienne Key TopicsImpulsive booking and how to manage itPre-trip anxiety and coping strategiesAccessibility options for travelers with ADHDTravel planning and packing tips for ADHDPersonal travel stories and lessons learned Airport support schemes like sunflower lanyards and priority boardingManaging sensory overload and finding sensory spaces in airportsPacking hacks including compression packing and see-through bagsDealing with travel anxiety, loneliness, and overstimulationStrategies for navigating unfamiliar environments and staying safeThe importance of routines, routines, routines in travelPost-holiday recovery and managing re-entry stressTravel with loved ones: challenges and benefitsChapters00:00 Introduction to ADHD and Travel Challenges05:30 Impulsive Booking: Stories and Lessons11:42 Pre-Trip Anxiety and How to Manage It18:13 Accessibility Services for ADHD Travelers29:59 Pre-Travel Rituals and Sensory Spaces33:14 The Importance of Early Arrival at Airports38:10 Dealing with Airport Overstimulation41:57 Navigating Airport Queues and Overwhelm43:00 Final Tips and Wrap-Up⁠Donate to ADHD Babes CIC⁠CreditsScripted by - JulezEdited by - AzeezatMusicWritten & Performed by VVN, Produced by SolomonsSoul, Mix & Master by ST4X.Voice overShauna Campbell -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @Shaye_cam⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.adhdbabes.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube ⁠https://www.YouTube.com/adhdbabes⁠Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/adhdbabes/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.twitter.com/adhdbabes/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@adhdbabes⁠⁠If you'd like to suggest a topic or be a guest on an episode, please email podcast@adhdbabes.com.

This week on the Casual Cattle Conversations Podcast, Shaye interviews Jay and Cheyenne Smith, cattle producers on Idaho's eastern edge near the Montana border, about adopting Vence virtual fencing and coordinating with neighboring permittees to make it cost-effective. After the 2022 Moose Fire and grazing restrictions, they partnered with the University of Idaho and worked with BLM and the Forest Service to implement virtual fencing on rugged public-land range; five permittees now use shared base stations while owning separate collars.   They discuss early hesitations about data being used against producers, onboarding lessons about placing fences to match natural cattle trails, and management gains including fewer emergency rides, more schedulable work, improved utilization control, and more efficient gathers. Virtual fencing enabled their shift from winter to fall calving by keeping cattle positioned to come home, reducing labor needs, and providing movement data useful for investigating events like wolf predation or other disturbances.   Learn more about Vence here: https://bit.ly/4kfWrCG   Catch more conversations like this one and learn more at https://www.casualcattleconversations.com/    00:00 Virtual Fence Neighbors 01:08 Meet the Smiths 01:34 Ranch and Grazing Setup 04:05 Fire Sparks Adoption 07:02 Getting Neighbors Onboard 09:32 Workload and Riding Changes 11:43 Sharing Towers and Data 14:14 Training and Fence Design 18:01 Better Utilization and Plans 19:15 Fall Calving Made Possible 22:33 Costs and Quality of Life 25:23 Wolves and Movement Clues 27:35 Next Generation Buy In  

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This week,  Shaye sits down with Chance, a ranch manager at the Noble Research Institute, about extending grazing seasons to cut winter feeding and hay costs. Chance describes Noble's 5,100-acre native-grass operation running about 200 cows, using intensive rotational grazing (moving daily to every few days) and aiming to remove only the top third to half of forage during the growing season so enough standing grass remains for winter.  He stresses producers often plan too late, and recommends measuring pasture forage monthly to guide stocking decisions, destocking, or hay purchasing. Winter management includes protein supplementation (cubes/cake) for four to five months and occasional hay during heavy snow. They discuss other options such as cover crops (noting weather risk), rye winter pasture, crop residue grazing, and bale grazing/unrolling or pre-unwrapped bales to improve soil and return nutrients. Learn more about resources from the Noble Research Institute here: http://noble.org/find-a-course  Catch more conversations like this one and learn more at https://www.casualcattleconversations.com  00:00 Cutting Input Costs 00:10 Meet Shay and Chance 01:31 Why Extend Grazing 02:05 Noble Ranch System 02:37 Summer Grazing Plan 04:51 Rotation and Calving Setup 06:42 When to Move Cattle 08:43 Stocking and Weather Limits 10:23 Cover Crops and Rye 12:14 Bale Grazing Methods 14:53 Put Nutrients Back

0:15 - 09:19 - Shaye gets the show going 09:29 - 18:45 - Alberta's investment problem goes beyond one pipeline 18:58 - 29:26 - Weekly economic recap / Dr. Eric Kam 29:37 - 37:52 - WestJet strike, Parker's death renews call for change 38:03 - 49:48 - Kids' birthday parties are getting more expensive. Should guests help pay for them? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

0:15 - 12:32 - Shaye is back from his trip in Croatia, looking at the headlines 12:43 - 23:52 - Melissa Caouette, principal at MC Consulting and Founder of Pocket Lobbyist 24:05 - 29:51 - Listener reaction 30:04 - 41:11 - House committee will meet on call to probe Carney's Gordie Howe bridge deal 41:23 - 47:51 - As Trump threatens wildfire smoke tariffs, Canada looks to reduce fire risk 48:02 - 1:00:57 - WestJet flight attendants' union serves 72-hour strike notice Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

:00 - 12:11 - Shaye opens the show 12:22 - 22:49 - Alberta, Ottawa and oilsands companies reach Pathways agreement 23:01 - 36:00 - Ceasefire disintegrates, blockade of Iranian ships in Straight of Hormuz returns 36:11 - 51:10 - Canada is primed to burn. Why aren't we ready? 51:22 - 1:08:29 - Municipal affairs panel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

:00 - 09:40 - Shaye opens the show 09:50 - 18:18 - How Meta plans to cut down on water use at its massive Alberta data centre 18:30 - 37:44 - Listeners chime-in on massive data centres in Alberta 37:56 - 49:32 - Renewed NATO co-operation and defence spending are about strategy, not obeying Trump 49:44 - 1:02:06 - Jet fuel costs have plunged. Here's why Delta says cheaper flights aren't on the way Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pipelines, Poilievre, Prediction Markets :00 - 13:54 - Shaye tees up the show (Poilievre, pipelines, NATO Summit, World Cup) 14:05- 18:33 - World Cup update 18:45 - 25:43 - You, the taxpayer, may be on the hook for new pipeline 25:53 - 34:56 - Listeners reaction to new pipeline plan 35:08 - 45:54 - Think you can win on prediction markets? Here's why you're more likely to lose 46:06 - 1:00:08 - Pierre Poilievre 1:00:20 - 1:08:36 Listener reaction to Pierre Poilievre 1:08:46 - 1:16:49 - Smart glasses expose a gap in Canadian privacy laws Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on Casual Cattle Conversations, Shaye interviews Devlon Ford, a regenerative ranching advisor at the Noble Research Institute, about managing drought in cattle operations. Ford explains drought-stress indicators producers should watch for, including forage color and condition, lack of rainfall, and cattle manure consistency as a signal of declining forage protein.   Reactive options discussed include early weaning, strategic destocking (culling old, open, ornery, and poor performers while considering market profitability), and carefully analyzing the costs of purchasing hay or supplements. He also suggests subdividing pastures to increase stock density, improve grazing uniformity, and extend recovery time. Proactively, Ford emphasizes calculating carrying capacity and setting stocking rate below it, using rainfall trigger dates for destocking decisions, avoiding overgrazing to protect soil cover and biology, and using flexible enterprises like stockers/custom grazing during high-forage years.  Learn about carrying capacity and stocking rate with Devlon: https://www.casualcattleconversations.com/casual-cattle-conversations-podcast-shownotes/devlon-ford   Catch more conversations like this one and learn more at https://www.casualcattleconversations.com/   00:00 Drought Reality Check  01:54 Meet Devlon Ford  02:36 Spotting Drought Stress  04:24 Early Weaning and Selling  05:24 Destocking for Profit  06:09 Feeding and Hay Economics  10:11 Grazing Tactics in Drought  13:10 Plan Ahead for Drought  13:37 Carrying Capacity Basics  17:43 Overgrazing Costs  20:21 Flexible Enterprises and Emotions  24:40 Cull Lists and Records  27:26 Final Field Reminders       

Today on the Casual Cattle Conversations Podcast, Shaye interviews Jasper Oeltjen of Heritage and Horizons about why ranchers feel overwhelmed financially, mentally, and operationally, and how those areas intertwine. Jasper shares her background in education, IT strategy, and a 14-year cow-calf operation, describing how constant hustling led to plateauing and reactive decision-making that created domino effects in nutrition, calving, labor, medications, margins, and relationships.   They discuss how unavoidable hard seasons are easier to navigate with a foundation of goals, clear expectations, and defined roles. Jasper outlines a four-phase “road trip” framework: set shared long-term goals, map the route with shorter targets, define day-to-day tactics and metrics aligned to goals, and proactively anticipate issues (like aging cows or replacement needs) to avoid “construction.” She also explains helping producers clarify goals via conversation and four focus categories: optimize, innovate, maintain, or grow.  Learn more about Noble here: https://bit.ly/3DD7uG0     Catch more conversations like this one and learn more at https://www.casualcattleconversations.com/     00:59 Meet Jasper Oeltjen  02:32 From Hustle to Strategy  04:06 Reactive Decisions Dominoes  07:10 Financial and Operational Strain  10:23 Relationships and Tough Seasons  12:48 Root Causes Goals and Roles  17:34 Four Phase Planning Framework  20:56 Finding Your Real Goals  26:06 Keep It Simple and Take Action  29:10 Rancher Mind Series Invite   

Today, Shaye welcomes back Nebraska rancher, Jaclyn Wilson to discuss how extensive international travel has shaped her ranch management and views of global agriculture. Wilson describes how travel began through the Nebraska LEAD program and expanded into regular international speaking and industry visits, leading to operational changes at home such as organized team planning with whiteboards and calendars and greater delegation. She contrasts U.S. open-pasture wintering with UK/Ireland winter confinement driven by mud and heavy clay soils, and shares a Netherlands example where turning cows out to grass becomes an agritourism event.   Wilson outlines Dutch regulations and subsidies tied to nitrates, water runoff, stocking limits, and methane, and questions measurement accuracy for emissions and carbon credits. From Kenya, she highlights corruption concerns, diverse agricultural tours, and a “My Tank” water project. She emphasizes U.S. beef efficiency and safety but notes persistent overseas perceptions about sanitation, traceability, confinement, and antibiotics, and encourages producers to stay aware of global concerns and opportunities, including genetics and investment abroad.  Learn more about what Vence could look like on your operation here: https://bit.ly/4kfWrCG  Learn more about Noble here: https://bit.ly/3DD7uG0  Catch more conversations like this one and learn more at https://www.casualcattleconversations.com/    01:24 Jaclyn's Travel Bug Origins  03:29 Ranch Changes From Travel  05:35 Whiteboards And Planning  07:16 Winter Housing Culture Shock  10:16 Netherlands Dairy And Agritourism  12:00 EU Rules Subsidies And Nitrates  15:21 Methane Carbon And Measurement  17:52 Africa And Nuffield Journey  20:33 Kenya Corruption And Water  24:43 Water Links Every Country  25:48 Why Home Matters Most  28:08 US Beef Strengths And Perception  31:13 Genetics Trade And Open Minds 

On this episode of the Casual Cattle Conversations Podcast, Shaye interviews first-generation Texas rancher Kim Jungkind about staying curious to reduce cattle stress and improve performance. Kim shares how observing cattle led her to test music and color preferences: her herd moved away from rock music but gathered closely to Bach, especially Yo-Yo Ma's cello, which she now plays during feeding and stressful events like trailering or difficult births to calm the herd; she connects stress reduction to better weight gain by preventing metabolic energy loss.   She also found cattle are drawn to yellow after placing art in a corral, and notes cattle see yellow best and blue well, inspiring practical changes like using yellow flags on sorting sticks. Kim recounts transitioning from nursing and academia to ranching after inheriting her father-in-law's operation, receiving community support through a local church, and facing a major fire early on. She recommends helping new ranchers network and directs listeners to order her book, “Back to the Barn and Bach,” at www.insightskj.com.  Links and Resources   Learn more about Cargill here: https://bit.ly/4e1qygS    Catch more conversations like this one and learn more at https://www.casualcattleconversations.com/  00:48 Why Curiosity Matters  01:15 Yellow Flags Reduce Stress  02:14 Testing Music Preferences  04:00 Stress Economics Weight Gain  04:46 From Nurse To Rancher  07:14 Finding Help Through Church  09:32 Wildfire Wake Up Call  10:57 Learning Cow Personalities  12:45 Grandin And Behavior Research  14:08 Playing Cello For Cows  17:33 Art In The Corral Colors  19:25 Key Takeaways Curiosity Community  21:13 Where To Get The Book     

summary Jayla and Shaye explore the humorous side of how we romanticize and delude ourselves with trends, supplements, and life expectations, reflecting on personal experiences and societal influences. keywords self-delusion, trends, wellness, supplements, life expectations, humor, personal growth, societal influence key topics Self-delusion and societal trends Humorous reflection on wellness and beauty trends Impact of social media on self-perception guest name  Titles Are We Delusional or Romanticizing Our Lives? The Funny Side of Wellness Trends and Self-Delusion sound bites "We are fully participating in the protein trend." "I've bought into every supplement, every trend." "We're romanticizing our lives in our 20s." Chapters 00:00 Empower Fest Launch and Updates 02:55 Delusions vs. Romanticizing Life 05:32 Health Trends and Supplements 08:26 Reflections on Youthful Delusions 11:33 Life Changes and Realizations 14:11 Nostalgic Beauty Trends 17:07 Embracing Delusion in Life Planning

summary Jayla and Shaye explore the humorous side of how we romanticize and delude ourselves with trends, supplements, and life expectations, reflecting on personal experiences and societal influences. keywords self-delusion, trends, wellness, supplements, life expectations, humor, personal growth, societal influence key topics Self-delusion and societal trends Humorous reflection on wellness and beauty trends Impact of social media on self-perception guest name  Titles Are We Delusional or Romanticizing Our Lives? The Funny Side of Wellness Trends and Self-Delusion sound bites "We are fully participating in the protein trend." "I've bought into every supplement, every trend." "We're romanticizing our lives in our 20s." Chapters 00:00 Empower Fest Launch and Updates 02:55 Delusions vs. Romanticizing Life 05:32 Health Trends and Supplements 08:26 Reflections on Youthful Delusions 11:33 Life Changes and Realizations 14:11 Nostalgic Beauty Trends 17:07 Embracing Delusion in Life Planning

On this episode of Casual Cattle Conversations podcast, Shaye interviews Jaclyn Ketchum, who grew up on a registered Red Angus ranch using AI and embryo technologies, earned advanced degrees in reproductive physiology, and now runs her family's custom AI business while expanding embryo work. Ketchum explains benefits of AI and fixed-time AI with synchronization, including access to superior genetics at lower cost than buying bulls, use of sexed semen, improved early conception linked to heavier calves, more uniform calf crops, and reduced bull-to-cow ratios with cleanup bulls.   She discusses why some producers still heat-detect, heifer protocol considerations, and how weather can reduce estrus expression and conception. Key success factors include communication, strict protocol timing, facility readiness, proper product handling and dosing, semen storage and shipping, skilled technicians, and managing expectations before and after AI.  Mentioned Episodes  Lacey Quail on Improving Preg Rates: https://www.casualcattleconversations.com/casual-cattle-conversations-podcast-shownotes/lacey-quail  Jennifer Koziol on Bull Fertility: https://www.casualcattleconversations.com/casual-cattle-conversations-podcast-shownotes/p4fffrydex27m1zkm1cj7bmrgpp56d   Links and Resources  Learn more about Cargill here: https://bit.ly/4e1qygS  Learn more about Corteva here: RangeAndPasture.com/CattleConversations  Learn more about CattleMax Here: https://bit.ly/4aG7K5q  Catch more conversations like this one and learn more at https://www.casualcattleconversations.com/      00:00 Why AI Matters  00:18 Meet Jaclyn Ketchum  01:50 AI and Fixed Time Benefits  07:53 Why Skip Synchronization  11:17 Heifer Protocol Basics  13:20 Planning a Successful AI Day  22:07 Heat Detecting 21 Day AI  24:35 Weather and Conception  27:45 Resync and Backup Plans  30:18 Sync for Natural Service  32:37 Repro Efficiency Big Picture  34:45 Final Takeaways and Wrap   

On this episode of Casual Cattle Conversation, Shaye interviews Chris Sherman of Tech Support Farm about why farmers and ranchers are at risk for cybercrime and how to improve security. Sherman explains that cybercriminals target finance, information, and service disruption, and notes agriculture's scale, liquidity, critical-infrastructure status, rapid tech adoption without “security by design,” a culture of trust, generational transition risks, and reliance on residential-grade hardware.   He cites examples, including a Minnesota cooperative ransomware attack during harvest and spoofed bank emails that led to lost money and a land deal, plus invoice fraud against ag businesses. Action steps include using a custom domain with commercial email and security tools, stronger 12+ character passwords and multifactor authentication, reviewing social media/device access, locking phones/computers, spotting phishing via headers, links, timestamps, and PDFs, segmenting farm Wi‑Fi, and using tools like antivirus, endpoint monitoring, and mobile device management. Wrapping up, Chris also recommends Tech Support Farm's “Fence Check” assessment. Learn more about what Chris does at https://techsupport.farm/services/.    Links and Resources Learn more about Cargill here: https://bit.ly/4e1qygS Learn more about Corteva here: RangeAndPasture.com/CattleConversations Learn more about CattleScales Here: https://bit.ly/4dqqTtr Catch more conversations like this one and learn more at https://www.casualcattleconversations.com/    00:00 Cyber Risk Warning 01:34 Why Ag Is Targeted 04:08 Five Ag Cyber Gaps 08:41 Spyware Routers Cameras 09:55 Chris Background Mission 13:07 Email Domains Encryption 16:37 Real World Attack Stories 20:31 Action Steps Passwords MFA 27:52 Phishing Emails Links 30:05 Security Tools MDM WiFi 35:48 Fence Check Takeaway  

In this episode, Shaye and Jayla dive into the importance of regularly checking in with your routines to ensure they serve your well-being and happiness. They share practical tips on how to identify habits that may no longer benefit you and ways to make intentional changes for a more fulfilled life. Key Topics: The significance of adapting routines as life evolves Recognizing unhelpful habits and habits that no longer serve you Practical ways to reset during everyday transitions (like in line or while commuting) The role of dopamine and how to get it from healthy, meaningful sources Spring cleaning your mental space and physical environment for mental clarity The importance of connection and intentionality in daily life Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction to the episode and upcoming Empower Fest event 00:58 - Details about Empower Fest Wheeling on June 27th 02:07 - How to get involved as a vendor, sponsor, or experience station 03:04 - Tips for event sponsorships and ideas like signature drinks or swag 04:30 - The theme of the episode: checking in with routines to see if they still serve us 05:28 - How routines evolve and the importance of adapting them 06:23 - Mindful coffee drinking and managing caffeine intake 07:14 - Using lunch and breaks more intentionally 08:35 - Being present during car rides and waiting in lines, disconnecting from phones 09:54 - Transition moments and how they affect stress levels and productivity 10:20 - Moving through the day without energy or mental space 11:46 - The thriving need for dopamine and avoiding instant gratification 13:00 - The brain's craving for dopamine and healthy ways to meet that need 13:58 - Connection, real food, and physical movement as sources of dopamine 14:27 - Spring cleaning for your mind and environment 15:27 - Over-scheduling and reconnecting with loved ones and yourself 15:54 - Closing encouragement to tune into what benefits your well-being Resources & Links: Mark Hyman - Brain and Dopamine (search: "Mark Hyman" on Amazon for related books) Kroger 80 Acre Salad (search your local Kroger for availability) Connect with Shaye & Jayla: Instagram Facebook

In this episode, Shaye and Jayla dive into the importance of regularly checking in with your routines to ensure they serve your well-being and happiness. They share practical tips on how to identify habits that may no longer benefit you and ways to make intentional changes for a more fulfilled life. Key Topics: The significance of adapting routines as life evolves Recognizing unhelpful habits and habits that no longer serve you Practical ways to reset during everyday transitions (like in line or while commuting) The role of dopamine and how to get it from healthy, meaningful sources Spring cleaning your mental space and physical environment for mental clarity The importance of connection and intentionality in daily life Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction to the episode and upcoming Empower Fest event 00:58 - Details about Empower Fest Wheeling on June 27th 02:07 - How to get involved as a vendor, sponsor, or experience station 03:04 - Tips for event sponsorships and ideas like signature drinks or swag 04:30 - The theme of the episode: checking in with routines to see if they still serve us 05:28 - How routines evolve and the importance of adapting them 06:23 - Mindful coffee drinking and managing caffeine intake 07:14 - Using lunch and breaks more intentionally 08:35 - Being present during car rides and waiting in lines, disconnecting from phones 09:54 - Transition moments and how they affect stress levels and productivity 10:20 - Moving through the day without energy or mental space 11:46 - The thriving need for dopamine and avoiding instant gratification 13:00 - The brain's craving for dopamine and healthy ways to meet that need 13:58 - Connection, real food, and physical movement as sources of dopamine 14:27 - Spring cleaning for your mind and environment 15:27 - Over-scheduling and reconnecting with loved ones and yourself 15:54 - Closing encouragement to tune into what benefits your well-being Resources & Links: Mark Hyman - Brain and Dopamine (search: "Mark Hyman" on Amazon for related books) Kroger 80 Acre Salad (search your local Kroger for availability) Connect with Shaye & Jayla: Instagram Facebook

Why is weighing your cattle important? In this episode of the Casual Cattle Conversations, Shaye interviews Dawn Anderson from the CattleScales team about why weighing cattle is valuable and how different scale options fit different ranch setups. Dawn shares her family's ranch background and explains how their weighing systems evolved from beam and hanging scales to load bars and chute-side scale heads.   They discuss how accurate weights improve confidence in breeding and culling decisions, reveal herd consistency, guide feed testing and ration changes, track average daily gain, help market seedstock and finished cattle, and ensure proper medication dosing. Dawn emphasizes that scales are an investment, there are portable and stationary options, and ranchers can call to match a system to their goals. Learn more at https://bit.ly/4dqqTtr.    Links and Resources Learn more about Cargill here: https://bit.ly/4e1qygS   Catch more conversations like this one and learn more at https://www.casualcattleconversations.com/    00:00 Why Weigh Cattle 02:01 Meet Dawn Anderson 05:16 Scale Evolution on the Ranch 08:56 Better Data Better Decisions 12:56 Backgrounding and ADG Tracking 14:22 Cow Performance and Culling 17:18 Accurate Treatment Dosage 20:39 Feeding and Pen Decisions 22:24 Marketing With Confidence 26:33 Choosing the Right Scale  

Are you tired of feeling hurt or defensive when faced with criticism or insults? In this episode, Shaye and Jayla explore how to recognize, reframe, and leverage negative comments—whether direct or backhanded—to propel your personal and professional growth. Key topics: The significance of insults and negative feedback as signals rather than setbacks Personal stories of pivotal moments involving misunderstood or backhanded insults How to use criticism to ignite motivation and prove doubters wrong Recognizing when comments reflect others' limitations versus your potential Strategies for maintaining confidence and setting boundaries amid negativity The importance of reframing "insults" into opportunities for self-awareness Practical ways to handle unwelcome opinions: asking ChatGPT for perspective, talking with friends, or going for a walk The power of self-reflection: understanding why certain remarks sting and how to turn that into growth Overcoming imposter syndrome and societal expectations through resilience and self-trust Cultivating gratitude and redirecting energy into positive action and self-affirmation Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction to turning insults into growth opportunities 00:28 - Announcing EmpowerFest Wheeling details and engagement opportunities 02:17 - Handling backhanded and unkind comments in personal life and career 03:15 - Overcoming initial feelings of insult during real estate career beginnings 04:40 - How a comment about young motherhood fueled Jayla's motivation 06:00 - Seeing criticism as a reflection of others' limitations, not personal failure 07:17 - Facing COVID-related challenges and asserting confidence in business 08:46 - Using feedback to highlight your competence, not diminish it 10:10 - Acknowledging the power of pushing through perceived limitations 11:33 - Reframing societal labels like "too much" or "all over the place" into assets 12:33 - Recognizing the value in personal routines and boundaries 13:31 - The role of others' perceptions in growth and setting boundaries 15:24 - Self-awareness, apology, and growing from accidental missteps 16:44 - The importance of understanding your communication style and energy 17:40 - Overcoming the narrative of being "too much" and embracing your full self 18:36 - Practical tools: asking ChatGPT for perspective, talking with friends, and physical movement 19:06 - Final thoughts and encouragement to embrace criticism as a growth tool   Remember, every insult or criticism can be spun into motivation. Your response defines your growth!

Are you tired of feeling hurt or defensive when faced with criticism or insults? In this episode, Shaye and Jayla explore how to recognize, reframe, and leverage negative comments—whether direct or backhanded—to propel your personal and professional growth. Key topics: The significance of insults and negative feedback as signals rather than setbacks Personal stories of pivotal moments involving misunderstood or backhanded insults How to use criticism to ignite motivation and prove doubters wrong Recognizing when comments reflect others' limitations versus your potential Strategies for maintaining confidence and setting boundaries amid negativity The importance of reframing "insults" into opportunities for self-awareness Practical ways to handle unwelcome opinions: asking ChatGPT for perspective, talking with friends, or going for a walk The power of self-reflection: understanding why certain remarks sting and how to turn that into growth Overcoming imposter syndrome and societal expectations through resilience and self-trust Cultivating gratitude and redirecting energy into positive action and self-affirmation Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction to turning insults into growth opportunities 00:28 - Announcing EmpowerFest Wheeling details and engagement opportunities 02:17 - Handling backhanded and unkind comments in personal life and career 03:15 - Overcoming initial feelings of insult during real estate career beginnings 04:40 - How a comment about young motherhood fueled Jayla's motivation 06:00 - Seeing criticism as a reflection of others' limitations, not personal failure 07:17 - Facing COVID-related challenges and asserting confidence in business 08:46 - Using feedback to highlight your competence, not diminish it 10:10 - Acknowledging the power of pushing through perceived limitations 11:33 - Reframing societal labels like "too much" or "all over the place" into assets 12:33 - Recognizing the value in personal routines and boundaries 13:31 - The role of others' perceptions in growth and setting boundaries 15:24 - Self-awareness, apology, and growing from accidental missteps 16:44 - The importance of understanding your communication style and energy 17:40 - Overcoming the narrative of being "too much" and embracing your full self 18:36 - Practical tools: asking ChatGPT for perspective, talking with friends, and physical movement 19:06 - Final thoughts and encouragement to embrace criticism as a growth tool   Remember, every insult or criticism can be spun into motivation. Your response defines your growth!

Today, Shaye welcomes Jonathan Wells of the Cargill Animal Nutrition Team to discuss fly control strategies for pasture cattle, focusing on horn flies' economic impact and how to choose tools for an operation. Wells says horn flies drive about $2 billion in annual losses and can spread diseases like mastitis and anaplasmosis while reducing performance through increased heart rate, higher water intake and urinary nutrient loss, reduced nitrogen retention, and about a 15% drop in average daily gain.   They compare adult-killing topicals and ear tags (and resistance concerns) with feed-through IGRs like Altosid (methoprene) that break the fly life cycle in manure. Wells explains the Altosid XRB extended-release bolus, given once at season start and releasing IGR for about 195 days, dosing guidance for cows and calves, application tips, compatibility with other controls, and visual signs of adequate control.  Learn more about Cargill here: https://bit.ly/4e1qygS  01:33 Why Fly Control Matters  03:12 Hidden Performance Losses  05:04 Fly Control Options  07:24 Breaking The Fly Cycle  08:24 Altosid XRB Bolus  10:57 Bolus Release Science  12:27 Dosing Cows And Calves  14:08 Safety And Application Tips  18:17 How To Judge Control  20:36 Producer Field Experience   

On this episode of the Casual Cattle Conversations Podcast, Shaye interviews Corteva forage specialist, Sam Ingram, about prioritizing pastures and hay land to maximize forage production and improve cattle margins by lowering feed costs through grazing. Ingram explains how fertility, weed control, and grazing rest increase tonnage, forage quality, and carrying capacity, emphasizing soil testing and sticking to a consistent testing time to guide nutrient plans.   He discusses the value of legumes like white clover and annual lespedeza for quality and nitrogen fixation and introduces Corteva's NovaGraz, a non-residual broadleaf herbicide that controls weeds such as biennial thistles, ironweed, buttercup, plantains, wild carrot family species, poison hemlock, and parsnip while maintaining key legumes, offering flexibility for hay sales and crop rotation. He also describes UltiGraz, which combines herbicide and fertilizer in one pass for efficiency. The conversation addresses drought and wildfire impacts, stressing post-disaster planning, avoiding grazing too soon, and using sacrifice areas and stored feed to protect forage cover. Learn more about Corteva Pasture Products here: https://www.corteva.com/us/products-and-solutions/pasture-management/product-finder.html  Catch more conversations like this one and learn more at https://www.casualcattleconversations.com/  Other Links and Resources  Learn more about CattleScales here: https://bit.ly/4dqqTtr Learn more about Cargill here: https://bit.ly/4e1qygS Learn more about Performance Livestock Analytics here: https://bit.ly/47PxY3W  00:00 Pasture Profit Boost  00:16 Meet The Forage Expert  01:10 Why Prioritize Pastures  03:56 Fertility And Grazing Basics  04:49 Weed Control Matters  06:26 Legumes And NovaGraz  09:02 Target Weeds And Application  11:36 Hay Fields And Residue  15:16 Soil Testing Fertility Plan  18:08 Weed Control Plus Fertility  21:19 Drought And Recovery Planning  25:24 Key Takeaways And Wrap Up 

In this episode of the Casual Cattle Conversations Podcast, Shaye interviews Andrew Bredeweg about his multi-generational family farm in southwestern Indiana and why supporting family agriculture businesses helps rural communities thrive. Andrew explains how their operation evolved from a sustenance farm and dairy into a cattle-focused business that also farms under 500 acres, and how his kids are gaining ownership and business experience through feeding cattle and selling beef locally.   He discusses their approach to adopting practical technology—highlighting rotational grazing, TMR feeding, and the Performance Beef app to improve feeding accuracy, billing, and decision-making for custom-fed cattle. Andrew also shares his role managing a co-op feeder calf auction barn with seasonal sales and describes a local high school internship program that places juniors and seniors with area businesses to keep young talent in the community.  Catch more conversations like this one and learn more at https://www.casualcattleconversations.com/  00:00 Andrew's Family Farm Story  01:10 Why Support Family Ag  02:32 Life in Southern Indiana  03:31 Generations on the Farm  05:14 Raising the Next Gen  06:10 Learning Business Leadership  08:27 Adopting Farm Technology  12:35 Performance Beef App  15:47 Managing the Sale Barn  19:56 Internships for Rural Youth  23:30 Community Keeps Talent Home  25:18 Final Takeaways  26:19 Wrap Up and Thanks   

Summary In this episode, Jayla and Shaye explore the importance of creating space and softening in our busy lives. They share practical tips on how to ask for help, declutter your mind, and prioritize mental well-being to enhance overall life balance.  keywords mindset, self-care, mental health, time management, stress relief, empowerment, self-improvement key  topics Creating space in daily life The concept of softening and asking for help Managing stress and nervous system health  takeaways Creating space in your day can reduce stress and improve mental health. Asking for help, like carpooling, can free up mental and physical space. Writing things down or decluttering can help clear mental overload. Recognizing signs of stress, such as acid reflux or sleep disturbances, is crucial. Small acts of doing nothing can significantly improve well-being. Titles Create Space, Find Calm: Practical Mindset Tips The Power of Softening: How to Reduce Stress and Overload  sound bites "Putting things on paper helps clear mental overload." "Recognize signs like acid reflux as your nervous system in overdrive." "Feel a little better inside by creating space and asking for help." Chapters 00:00 Empower Fest 3.0 Announcement 03:30 Creating Space in Our Lives 09:51 Softening and Letting Go    

This week, Shaye talks with Jacob from AtTheYards about the past, present, and future of cattle marketing and why marketing options haven't modernized as much as other areas like animal health.   Jacob notes that about 65% of feeder cattle still trade through sale barns and contrasts that with newer models like Superior Livestock's video auctions, arguing producers need faster, broader access to buyers to manage market volatility and reduce commission costs that can materially impact the bottom line.   He explains that AtTheYards is a nationwide marketplace where buyers set customizable templates and receive notifications when listings match their criteria, creating targeted exposure for sellers. The platform supports split loads, offers a free first consignment, then charges $5 per head via credit card, posts cattle daily with text bid notifications, and is compliant with Packers and Stockyards bonding.   Learn more about AtTheYards here: https://bit.ly/400T7mF   Additional Links & Resources Learn about CattleMax here: https://bit.ly/4aG7K5q Learn about Performance Livestock Analytics here: https://bit.ly/47PxY3W Chapters 00:00 Modern Cattle Marketing 00:34 Meet Jacob AtTheYards 00:51 Why Marketing Needs Change 01:52 How Marketing Evolved 03:10 Jacob's Industry Background 03:41 Bottom Line in Volatile Markets 06:04 Targeted Ads for Cattle 07:38 How AtTheYards Works 09:40 Buyer Efficiency and Templates 10:40 Split Loads for Small Herds 11:44 Risks Fees and Compliance 15:45 Speed Posting and Notifications 17:20 Selling Your Own Cattle 19:03 Final Takeaway and Wrap Up

Episode Description Ever feel like you've "fallen off" and have to start everything over? In this episode, Shaye and Jayla talk about a mindset shift that can change the way you approach goals, habits, and personal growth: you don't need to start over — you just need to start again. So many people abandon progress because of an all-or-nothing mindset. One missed workout, one off week, one imperfect moment suddenly feels like failure. But growth doesn't disappear because life got messy. In this conversation, we explore five powerful mindset shifts that help you reset, refocus, and move forward with more self-trust and less pressure. Because real consistency isn't about perfection — it's about returning. In This Episode We Talk About The "Start Again" Mindset Why missing a habit doesn't erase your progress and how learning to return is the real key to consistency. The Stories Your Brain Repeats How the thoughts you rehearse about yourself slowly become your identity — and how changing the narrative can change everything. The Energy Audit Why you might feel exhausted even when you're not that busy, and how identifying what drains your energy can help you feel more clear and focused. Discipline as Self-Respect Why confidence doesn't come from motivation — it comes from keeping small promises to yourself. Stop Borrowing Worry From the Future How overthinking steals peace from the present and why most of the things we worry about never actually happen. Ask Yourself, Why Not? Why not start again today instead of waiting for Monday? Key Takeaway Growth isn't built from perfect streaks. It's built from the moments you decide to return.

Today on the Casual Cattle Conversations podcast, Shaye sits down with Wyoming rancher and CattleMax team member Jacqueline Lewis to talk about why herd records matter, especially for family and multi-generational ranches. Jacqueline explains how simple, goal-driven recordkeeping helps ranchers make better decisions, improve herd performance, and support long-term ranch success. She also shares practical advice for getting started, overcoming common challenges like time and technology concerns, and choosing a system that works, whether that's paper, spreadsheets, or software. Listeners will walk away with simple steps to begin organizing herd records and using data to strengthen their operation. Learn more about CattleMax here: https://bit.ly/4aG7K5q  Links & Resources Learn more about Red Angus here: https://bit.ly/4iaU6bb  Learn more about At the Yards here: https://bit.ly/400T7mF  Catch more conversations like this one and learn more at https://www.casualcattleconversations.com/. 00:24 Meet Jacqueline Lewis 01:43 Goals Drive Data 03:18 Generational Ranch Benefits 05:19 What Organized Looks Like 07:11 Common Recordkeeping Challenges 10:48 Simple Starting Steps 12:23 Choosing Your Method 15:02 Team Approach on Family Ranches 15:54 Switching Platforms Without Overwhelm 19:19 Beyond Cattle Inventory 20:21 Key Takeaways and Next Steps 21:41 CattleMax Resources and Wrap-Up

In this episode of  Pop Culture Weekly, we're diving into two very different  but equally fascinating  corners of pop culture: sharp social body horror satire and good old-fashioned horror mayhem as Kyle McMahon is joined by Scared to Death horror legends Lin Shaye and Bill Moseley and Slanted's writer / director Amy Wang and stars Shirley Chen, Maitreyi Ramakrishnan & Amelie Zilber. First up, Kyle sits down with the stars and creators of the bold new film Slanted. Joining him are Maitreyi Ramakrishnan (Never Have I Ever), Amelie Zilber, Shirley Chen, and writer/director Amy Wang. They talk about how the film uses biting satire to explore identity, race, and the kinds of uncomfortable conversations that the best art refuses to avoid.Then we head straight into horror territory with two absolute legends. Bill Moseley (The Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2, House of 1000 Corpses) and the incomparable Lin Shaye (Insidious, Kingpin) join  to talk about their new horror-comedy Scared to Death. They get into their incredible careers, why audiences can't get enough of monsters and the emotional truth that makes a great horror movie stick with you long after the credits roll.It's thoughtful, funny, a little creepy and  there are definitely a few fanboy moments along the way.If you dig the show, subscribe, rate, and share - and tell your friend who's always stealing your streaming passwords.

Episode Description In this episode of Ask Yourself, Why Not?, Jayla and Shaye share reflections from a recent family/soccer team trip to Chile and how stepping outside of daily routines sparked a bigger conversation about women's health. So many women are experts at taking care of everyone else — scheduling appointments, managing households, and making sure the people they love are supported. But somewhere along the way, their own health checkups often get postponed. This episode is a reminder that preventative care and self-care aren't luxuries — they're essential. Shaye and Jayla talk about the mindset behind the "I'm fine" trap, why so many women delay their own medical appointments, and small ways to start treating your health like a priority again. Because the truth is: taking care of yourself is one of the most important things you can do for the people who rely on you. In this episode we talk about: Why women often put their own health last The "I'm fine" mindset that keeps us from scheduling checkups How travel and stepping outside your routine can shift perspective Simple ways to start prioritizing preventative care Modeling healthy habits for your kids and family Key Takeaway Your health deserves the same priority as everything else on your calendar. Not someday. Not when things slow down. Now.

In this solo episode of the Casual Cattle Conversations Podcast, Shaye checks in a little over two months into 2026 and shares a simple ranch audit process to avoid setting profit goals blindly and to create benchmarks for improvement. She explains that audits help ranchers understand where they stand before making changes. The three-step audit includes: (1) defining what success means for your ranch (unique to each operation), (2) ranking confidence from 1–10 in key areas such as finances/bookkeeping, reproduction, genetics, nutrition, grazing/resource management, and health, and (3) assigning measurable metrics to each area (e.g., break-even, pregnancy rate, calving interval, death loss, treatment costs, costs vs returns). She encourages prioritizing improvements that align with the ranch's definition of success and references her course Profit Foundations for Ranchers for a deeper process.   Links & Resources Learn more about Performance Livestock Analytics here: https://bit.ly/47PxY3W  Learn more about Red Angus here: https://bit.ly/4iaU6bb  Learn more about At the Yards here: https://bit.ly/400T7mF  Learn more about CattleMax here: https://bit.ly/4aG7K5q  Catch more conversations like this one and learn more at https://www.casualcattleconversations.com/   00:00 2026 Ranch Check In 00:20 Podcast Welcome Back 01:38 Why Ranch Audits Matter 02:12 Profit Mistakes To Avoid 03:51 Three Step Audit Plan 04:38 Define Ranch Success 06:36 Rank Confidence Areas 08:24 Add Metrics Benchmarks 09:36 Example Benchmarks 12:05 Prioritize Improvements 12:50 Course And Final Wrap

Embracing Bite-Sized Personal Development: How Small Steps Transform Your Growth In this episode, Shaye and Jayla discuss the power of small, manageable actions in personal growth and self-development. Perfect for busy minds, they emphasize that you don't need to finish every book or overhaul your entire routine — just taking one page or one action a day can lead to meaningful change.   Key Topics: The importance of bite-sized content in busy lives How completing all books isn't necessary; focus on snippets that inspire Personal experiences with favorite books like Rhonda Byrne's "Countdown to Riches" and Gabby Bernstein's programs The concept of taking one small, focused action daily inspired by "Atomic Habits" Managing expectations and perfectionism in personal development journeys How mental health benefits from simple, consistent micro-actions The significance of reducing pressure to "do it all" and embracing progress The role of technology apps in facilitating daily growth activities Reflections on past challenges and the power of persistence and small wins Timestamps: 00:00 - Welcome and episode intro: redefining personal growth with small steps 02:20 - Our relationship with self-help books and podcasts: finishing vs. consuming in bite-sized pieces 03:33 - How consuming varied content influences your mindset and persona 04:27 - The challenge of finishing books and embracing incomplete progress 05:49 - Focus on recent practices: Rhonda Byrne and Gabby Bernstein's 21-day programs 06:45 - The benefits of 21-day focus challenges on clarity and manifestation 07:42 - Introducing "The Pivot Year": building confidence with daily small insights 08:41 - Connecting "Atomic Habits" to daily micro-actions for lasting change 09:31 - Actionable tips: taking small steps during anxiety or overwhelm 10:30 - Revisiting the roots of the podcast and the power of consistent manifestation practices 11:18 - Tools and apps to support daily growth and reducing pressure 12:06 - Overcoming perfectionism: doing enough without the stress of "doing it all" 12:36 - Future plans for the podcast: deep dives, community episodes, and growth goals 13:04 - Gratitude for listeners and encouragement to share and support the community     Resources & Links:   Atomic Habits by James Clear Rhonda Byrne's Countdown to Riches  Gabby Bernstein's 21-Day Manifestation Challenge James Clear Podcast with Mel Robbins Your Favorite Meditation & Journaling App    Connect with Shaye & Jayla:   Instagram Website (if applicable)   Note: Remember, small consistent actions create profound long-term results. Don't stress over finishing everything — just showing up with a little effort each day is enough.              

In this episode of the Casual Cattle Conversations, Shaye interviews Tom and Terryn Drieling about ranch leadership on their Nebraska Sandhills ranch, where Tom has served as a ranch manager for about 10 years within a corporate ranch structure. They discuss how leadership sets workplace tone and impacts culture, profitability, efficiency, safety, and retention, emphasizing transparency, clear communication, attitude, and providing employees tools, autonomy, and support. Tom shares his shift from a default of anger toward more unbiased tone and open forums for crew input, along with accountability and continuing education requirements. Terryn highlights self-awareness, feedback, repair after poor interactions, and using stockmanship principles to assess energy and responses. They advise employees seeking better leadership to pursue education, ask curious questions, align around goals, and lead from any position, and they recommend resources such as universities/extension programs, podcasts, and paid options like Ranching for Profit.  Links & Resources Learn more about Red Angus here: https://redangus.org/ Learn more about At the Yards here: https://attheyards.com/  Learn more about CattleMax here: https://bit.ly/4aG7K5q 01:13 Meet Tom and Terryn Drieling 01:34 Why Leadership Matters 04:10 Tom's Ranch Manager Role 05:42 Culture Tone and Transparency 10:57 Accountability and Team Buy In 13:48 Traits of Great Leaders 15:21 Self Audit and Self Awareness 19:07 Leading Without the Title 24:34 Training and Learning Resources 29:05 Key Takeaways and Wrap Up 

Feeling stuck in the February doldrums? You're not alone — and you're definitely not failing. In this episode, Shaye and Jayla unpack why motivation dips after January, how winter affects energy and mood, and why building small, consistent habits matters more than waiting to "feel ready." This is your permission slip to reset without guilt, stop chasing perfect discipline, and start focusing on simple actions that actually build confidence and momentum. Because real change doesn't come from overhauling your life. It comes from small wins — repeated consistently. Quick note: We're no longer numbering episodes. Think of AYWN like a drop-in conversation — not a series you have to keep up with. Jump in wherever you are. No catching up required. No pressure to listen to everything. Just press play on what resonates today. What we talk about: Why February can feel heavy (and why that's normal) Seasonal mood shifts and their impact on motivation Dopamine, momentum, and the science behind habit-building Why habits and discipline matter more than motivation Scaling goals so they feel doable instead of overwhelming Creating small daily actions that build self-trust Resetting routines without shame or "starting over" Practicing self-compassion when consistency feels hard Simple strategies for movement, mindfulness, and energy Celebrating progress instead of waiting for perfection Resources mentioned: Atomic Habits — James Clear Pomodoro Technique Seasonal Affective Disorder education + awareness resources Why Not Nudge of the Day: Get curious about your habits today. Not judgmental — curious. What's working? What feels heavy? What's one tiny shift that could make things easier? Connect with us: Follow along + stay in the community: Facebook @askyourselfwhynot_podcast askyourself-whynot.com Big change happens through small, consistent action. Share this episode with a friend who might need a reminder: You don't need to start over. You just need one small win today.

In this episode of the Casual Cattle Conversation, Shaye talks with Lydia, a first-generation farmer in southwestern Manitoba, about how non-family farm transitions can work. Lydia and her spouse started on leased land, built a direct-to-consumer livestock business, and later formed a structured transition partnership with a neighboring producer. They operate separate profitable businesses while collaborating on land, feeding, and asset purchases through clear written agreements and vendor financing. She shares that successful non-family transitions come down to trust, communication, solid business planning, and financial transparency. Lydia encourages new and aspiring farmers to live in the communities where they want to farm, build relationships, seek mentors, and work with advisors open to creative transition models. She also outlines red flags, including avoiding written agreements, weak financial management, and unclear profitability. Her message: with preparation, the right partners, and clear structure, non-family transitions are not only possible—they can be sustainable. Catch more conversations like this one and learn more at https://www.casualcattleconversations.com/  Learn more about CattleTags here: https://bit.ly/3Lf8yE3        

On today's episode of the Casual Cattle Conversation, Shaye welcomes Brittany Kelsey, a Missouri-raised cattle industry professional, wife, and mom who leads a remote team at CattleTags.com. They discuss why a solid animal identification system is the foundation for effective herd management, accurate record keeping, and improved profitability. Brittany covers how to choose the right tag by animal and purpose (large/calf tags vs. maxi and super maxi for mature cattle), color-coding strategies, and the advantages of Allflex laser-engraved, inked tags for lifelong readability versus marker-written tags that fade. They also discuss layout options (phone number, brand, birth date, sire info), one-piece vs. two-piece tag preferences and retention, and how to build practical management code/numbering systems that are easy to interpret and avoid duplicates—especially when retaining heifers. The conversation explores EID benefits including reducing human error, USDA compliance considerations in some states and markets, common misconceptions about what EIDs store, and matched EID/visual tag sets and TSU DNA sampling workflows. Brittany explains what to consider when purchasing EID readers, including desired data capture features, barcode scanning for DNA samples, ISO low-frequency compatibility, and avoiding proprietary systems. The episode highlights cattletags.com's producer support, including help designing systems, creating spreadsheets for random numbers and EID imports into software like CattleMax, and proactive order checks, and closes with a takeaway that animal ID is about building a management foundation beyond tags or compliance.  Learn more about CattleTags here: https://bit.ly/3Lf8yE3  Catch more conversations like this one and learn more at https://www.casualcattleconversations.com/  00:00 Welcome to Casual Cattle Conversations + Today's Guest Brittany Kelsey  01:33 Why Animal ID Systems Matter: Records, Management & Profitability  03:09 Choosing the Right Ear Tag: Size, Color & Readability in the Field  04:45 Laser Engraved vs Marker Tags + Custom Layout Options  06:53 One-Piece vs Two-Piece Tags: What Retains Best?  08:21 Building a Numbering/Management Code System (and Avoiding Duplicates)  12:33 Maxi Tags for Replacement Heifers: Longevity & Labor Savings  14:22 EID Tags 101: Benefits, Compliance & Common Misconceptions  16:34 Matched Sets + DNA/TSU Sampling: Keeping IDs Connected  17:55 Picking an EID Reader: Features, Compatibility & ISO Standards  20:25 Why Producers Choose CattleTags.com: Ranchers Helping Ranchers  22:20 Key Takeaway + Wrap-Up, Links, and How to Support the Podcast   

In this episode of the Casual Cattle Conversations podcast, Shaye speaks with Dr. Emma Briggs about the significance of calf uniformity in the beef industry. Dr. Briggs, a faculty supervisor at Kansas State University Ag Research Center, dives deep into strategies for achieving uniform calf crops, discussing elements like calving windows, genetic selection, reproductive strategies, and management practices. The episode provides practical insights into how producers can enhance calf uniformity to improve overall herd management and productivity.   Links & Resources Learn more about CattleTags here: https://www.cattletags.com/   Sign up for the Profit Foundations for Ranchers here: https://www.casualcattleconversations.com/profit-foundations-for-ranchers   Learn more about the Ranch Channel here: https://bit.ly/ranchchannel   Catch more conversations like this one and learn more at https://www.casualcattleconversations.com/    00:00 Introduction to Casual Cattle Conversations 00:40 Guest Introduction: Dr. Emma Briggs 02:25 Understanding Calf Uniformity 07:52 Genetic Selection for Uniformity 10:58 Management Strategies for Uniform Calf Crops 12:52 Final Thoughts and Resources

In this episode of the Casual Cattle Conversations podcast, Shaye talks with Dr. Josh Maples about price risk management strategies for cattle producers. Dr. Maples discusses the importance of understanding risk tolerance and the various tools available to manage price risk, such as futures and options, and livestock risk protection (LRP). The conversation emphasizes the need for cattle producers to plan proactively rather than reactively. Topics include the financial and mental aspects of risk management, the role of diversification, and common mistakes producers make. Dr. Maples also shares useful resources for further information.   Links & Resources   Learn more about Ranching.com at https://bit.ly/3LMAizU   Sign up for the Profit Foundations for Ranchers here: https://www.casualcattleconversations.com/profit-foundations-for-ranchers   Learn more about the Ranch Channel here: https://bit.ly/ranchchannel   Catch more conversations like this one and learn more at https://www.casualcattleconversations.com/   00:44 Meet Dr. Josh Maples 02:26 Importance of Risk Management 04:58 Financial Considerations for Risk Management 07:50 Price Risk Management Tools 15:46 Common Mistakes and Best Practices 18:47 Final Thoughts and Resources

In this episode of the Casual Cattle Conversations podcast, Shaye interviews Shane White from Ceres Tag. They discuss new features aimed at maximizing cow performance, focusing on fertility, estrous alerts, and calving alerts. Shane highlights how Ceres Tag's technology automates cow behavior tracking via satellite, providing valuable data for improving reproductive efficiency and profitability. They also cover how the new subscription model makes this technology more accessible to ranchers. The episode emphasizes the importance of data-driven decisions to enhance the future of ranching.  Learn more about Ceres Tag here: https://bit.ly/45WlwfW Catch more conversations like this one and learn more at https://www.casualcattleconversations.com/ 00:15 Guest Introduction: Shane White from Ceres Tag  01:10 The Importance of Ag Technology  02:13 Overview of Ceres Tag's Offerings  03:48 Maximizing Cow Efficiency with Data  05:37 New Features: Fertility and Reproductive Capabilities  08:35 Natural Service and Mounting Scores  10:33 Synchronization and AI in Cattle  14:27 Calving Alerts and Behavior Metrics  18:51 Business Model and Cost Structure  22:43 Impact on the American Beef Industry  33:52 Final Thoughts and Contact Information 

In this episode of the Casual Cattle Conversations podcast, Shaye talks with Doug Ferguson, known as Mr. CattleMaster, about profitable strategies for selling, buying, and managing stocker cattle. The discussion covers various aspects of Doug's sell-buy marketing approach, the importance of managing high-risk cattle, and recognizing value in different cattle groups. Doug shares his insights on animal health protocols, the significance of knowing market trends, and the need for experience in handling different cattle types. The conversation also touches on common mistakes in the industry, how to make informed purchasing decisions, and strategies for maximizing profits in fluctuating markets.  Catch more conversations like this one and learn more at https://www.casualcattleconversations.com/ Links & Resources Start your free trial or learn more about CattleMax here: https://bit.ly/4aG7K5q Get a head start on your year with our Profit Foundations for Ranchers Course here: https://www.casualcattleconversations.com/profit-foundations-for-ranchers Learn more about the Ranch Channel here: https://bit.ly/ranchchannel  00:00 Welcome to Casual Cattle Conversations  00:18 Introducing Doug Ferguson: Mr. CattleMaster  02:36 The Sell-Buy Marketing Approach  03:19 Why Stocker Cattle?  04:17 Key Considerations for Buying Stockers  08:12 Appraising and Managing Stocker Cattle  15:28 Mistakes to Avoid When Buying Stockers  19:19 Marketing and Selling Strategies  25:28 Final Thoughts  

In this episode of the Casual Cattle Conversations podcast, Shaye interviews Terrell Miller, founder and CEO of CattleMax, the leading cattle management software. They discuss the importance of setting New Year's resolutions for ranchers, focusing on long-term profitability, goal-setting frameworks, and the significance of organized herd records. Terrell also shares insights on transitioning to digital records, using electronic IDs, integrating genomic testing, and the role of data in ranch management. Miller emphasizes the need for efficient data management to improve decision-making and ensure the sustainability of ranching operations for future generations. Learn more about CattleMax and start your free trial here: https://bit.ly/4aG7K5q  Catch more conversations like this one and learn more at https://www.casualcattleconversations.com/  00:16 Meet Terrell Miller: Founder of CattleMax 00:59 The Importance of New Year's Resolutions for Ranchers 02:49 Setting Goals for Long-Term Profitability 03:35 Effective Frameworks for Goal Setting 06:34 The Role of Organization in Ranching 08:52 Features of CattleMax Software 18:56 Electronic IDs and Genomic Testing 22:36 Data Sharing and Privacy in Ranching 25:14 Transition Planning for Ranchers 27:11 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

In this episode of the Casual Cattle Conversations podcast, Shaye discusses calf health during the calving season with Dr. Troy Dutton and Dr. Joseph Hochhalter, owners of Steele Veterinary Clinic. They delve into the importance of good nutrition, ensuring timely and adequate colostrum intake, and maintaining proper sanitation in calving barns to prevent diseases like scours and pneumonia. The conversation also covers differences in calving strategies based on seasonal weather conditions, emphasizing the need for preventive measures and good animal health practices year-round. This episode is filled with valuable insights for ranchers looking to improve calf health and overall herd productivity.  Catch more conversations like this one and learn more at https://www.casualcattleconversations.com/    Links & Resources  Start your free trial or learn more about CattleMax here: https://bit.ly/4aG7K5q  Get a head start on your year with our Profit Foundations for Ranchers Course here: https://www.casualcattleconversations.com/profit-foundations-for-ranchers   Learn more about the Ranch Channel here: https://bit.ly/ranchchannel  00:00 Introduction to the Podcast  00:17 Meet the Experts: Dr. Troy Dutton and Dr. Joseph Hochhalter  01:14 Importance of Calf Health During Calving  04:14 Challenges of Winter Calving  08:47 Spring Calving: Adjusting to Weather Changes  15:04 Preventative Measures for Calving Season  16:25 Year-Round Animal Health Strategies  18:16 The Critical Role of Colostrum  20:33 Final Thoughts and Key Takeaways  23:24 Conclusion and Podcast Support 

In this episode of the Casual Cattle Conversations podcast, Shaye discusses the importance and benefits of genomic testing for commercial heifers, a practice she uses on her ranch with her husband and father-in-law. Shaye explains the ease and process of taking tissue samples from the ear for DNA testing, the valuable data it provides, and how it helps in making informed decisions about heifer selection and bull selection, ultimately improving herd quality and productivity. She also shares personal insights into adapting to these advanced techniques on your own operation. Tune in wherever you listen to podcasts!     Catch more conversations like this one and learn more at https://www.casualcattleconversations.com/ Learn more about Profit Foundations for Ranchers here: https://www.casualcattleconversations.com/profit-foundations-for-ranchers   00:00 Introduction to the Podcast  00:17 Personal Insights on Genomic Testing  05:23 The Process of Genomic Testing  07:58 Benefits and Challenges of Genomic Testing  16:39 Conclusion and Contact Information