{"podcast":{"title":"The Heart of Rural America","slug":"the-heart-of-rural-america-6476790","podcast_index_feed_id":6476790,"rss_url":"https://media.rss.com/theheartofruralamerica/feed.xml","website_url":"https://rss.com/podcasts/theheartofruralamerica","image_url":"https://media.rss.com/theheartofruralamerica/20260420_070435_abc42de39bc9d34c653b896c5a811ac2.jpg","author":"Amanda Radke","episode_count":157,"summary":"Welcome to the Heart of Rural America podcast. I’m your host, Amanda Radke ​-- a South Dakota cattle rancher, wife, mom of four, children’s book author, and motivational speaker. I started this show with a simple goal in mind -- to share the untold stories of the often-overlooked independent farmer and rancher. On this program, We’ll discuss the challenges that face rural America and the anti-animal agriculture agenda that seeks to eliminate our way of life. But in the face of these ongoing battles, we’ll explore impactful solutions and meaningful pathways to profitability in order to keep producers on the land, to safeguard our private property rights, and to keep meat, dairy, and eggs on the dinner table. And in stark contrast to the ugly, divisive headlines in today’s mainstream media, \"The Heart of Rural America\" will celebrate the faith, family values, patriotism, and work ethic of the incredible people I meet in my travels as an agricultural speaker. I hope you’ll be inspired by these agricultural entrepreneurs and rural families, just as I am. Now let’s hit the dusty trail together as we uncover The Heart of Rural America. - Amanda","last_synced_at":"2026-07-02T00:18:45.633684+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-heart-of-rural-america-6476790"},"episode":{"title":"The Heart of the Farm: Family, Finances & Facing the Hard Stuff Head On with Jolene Brown","slug":"the-heart-of-the-farm-family-finances-facing-the-hard-stuff-head-on-with-jolene-brown","published_at":"2026-03-04T14:35:24+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-heart-of-rural-america-6476790/the-heart-of-the-farm-family-finances-facing-the-hard-stuff-head-on-with-jolene-brown","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-heart-of-rural-america-6476790","url":"https://rss.com/podcasts/theheartofruralamerica/2495880","audio_url":"https://content.rss.com/episodes/220552/2495880/theheartofruralamerica/2026_01_27_17_55_38_e3fa013a-e4a8-48f0-a00b-bc888e5928a5.mp3","summary":"In this episode of The Heart of Rural America podcast, Amanda Radke welcomes back esteemed guest Jolene Brown, a nationally recognized speaker known for her expertise in supporting farm and ranch families. The discussion revolves around the unique challenges faced by agricultural families, particularly the balance of personal relationships and farm responsibilities. Jolene shares stories and advice on maintaining mental health, effective communication, financial planning, and the importance of support systems within rural communities. She emphasizes the need for humor, appreciating personal contributions, and having realistic strategies for family farms. The episode provides invaluable insights for ensuring both the success of farm operations and the well-being of those who dedicate their lives to them. 00:00 Welcome to The Heart of Rural America 00:13 Introducing Jolene Brown: A National Treasure 01:14 Challenges Faced by Farm Families 02:48 Balancing Marriage and Farm Life 07:03 The Importance of Self-Care 08:15 Building a Support Network 14:31 Financial Advice for Farm Families 15:49 Emergency Planning and Liquid Assets 16:17 Spending Limits and Transparency 17:04 Caution with Debt and Financial Responsibility 17:32 Preparing for Unexpected Departures 19:15 Communication and Family Meetings 21:20 Balancing Short-term and Long-term Goals 23:13 The Importance of Knowing Your 'Why' 28:00 Tough Conversations and Transition Planning 30:54 Final Thoughts and Parting Advice Follow Amanda Radke on social media and subscribe to The Heart of Rural America for more episodes featuring the voices shaping agriculture, rural values, and constitutional freedoms. 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