{"podcast":{"title":"AgWarriors","slug":"agwarriors-6571522","podcast_index_feed_id":6571522,"rss_url":"https://www.spreaker.com/show/5923393/episodes/feed","website_url":"https://agwarriors.ca/","image_url":"https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/72e15058590e4ddad4a2beec71029466.jpg","author":"Thunderstruck Ag","episode_count":62,"summary":"Welcome to AgWarriors, where we dive into the dynamic world of agriculture, marketing, sales strategies, and the fascinating stories behind farmer-inventors from around the globe. Join us as we explore the intersection of innovation, entrepreneurship, and farming, sharing valuable insights and inspiration for agro-entrepreneurs and industry enthusiasts alike. In each episode, we bring you thought-provoking interviews with inventors, manufacturers, clients, farmers, and our dedicated staff, uncovering their remarkable journeys and the transformative impact they've made in the agricultural landscape. Hear firsthand accounts of their breakthrough products, powerful marketing strategies, and the tenacity it takes to succeed in this ever-evolving industry. Our podcast is built on a foundation of core values: honesty, respect, courage, and tenacity. We believe in fostering authentic connections, showcasing the integrity of our guests, and celebrating the resilience and grit demonstrated by farmers and inventors. From sharing practical sales tactics to discussing cutting-edge agro-marketing techniques, we provide you with actionable insights and real-world examples to propel your own agr…","last_synced_at":"2026-06-25T10:17:28.960999+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/agwarriors-6571522"},"episode":{"title":"Ag Warriors Ep. 41 | From Military Involvement to Farm Equipment Reporter","slug":"ag-warriors-ep-41-from-military-involvement-to-farm-equipment-reporter","published_at":"2025-11-13T23:59:07+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/agwarriors-6571522/ag-warriors-ep-41-from-military-involvement-to-farm-equipment-reporter","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/agwarriors-6571522","url":"https://www.spreaker.com/episode/ag-warriors-ep-41-from-military-involvement-to-farm-equipment-reporter--68559792","audio_url":"https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68559792/ep41_andycastillo.mp3","summary":"Andy Castillo grew up in Massachusetts without a farming background, and he believes that gives him a unique perspective when reporting on farm equipment and machinery as an editor at Farm Progress. In this episode, he shares some of the new technologies and standout stories he has covered over the years, emphasizing the opportunities in agriculture even for those who didn’t grow up in the industry. The conversation spans from his love of sports and travel, how he got his start in journalism alongside his military involvement, and the value of farm shows in creating educational opportunities for farmers. Andy also discusses the growing need in ag media to better understand the ROI of new technologies and equipment so information can clearly communicate the value behind these innovations.","meta_description":"Andy Castillo grew up in Massachusetts without a farming background, and he believes that gives him a unique perspective when reporting on farm equipment…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":2751,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/agwarriors-6571522/episodes/ag-warriors-ep-41-from-military-involvement-to-farm-equipment-reporter/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/agwarriors-6571522/ag-warriors-ep-41-from-military-involvement-to-farm-equipment-reporter.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}