{"podcast":{"title":"To The Front","slug":"to-the-front-7845090","podcast_index_feed_id":7845090,"rss_url":"https://api.riverside.com/hosting/ET5Y6ohP.rss","website_url":"ttfnutrition.com","image_url":"https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/78eee60c-1987-40dc-93d9-6f60410ddbd2/logos/cec8d284-35bb-4a79-b287-f00099c10b5f.jpeg","author":"TTF Nutrition","episode_count":8,"summary":"The show that answers questions for stock show families. Whether you show cattle, pigs, sheep or goats hosts Tony Morris and Thomas Gross along with special guests are here to listen to your challenges and guide you on the path to becoming a more confident feeder and more successful show family. New episodes weekly on YouTube and anywhere you listen to podcasts. To The Front is presented by TTF Nutrition - Livestock Supplements that Get You To The Front.","last_synced_at":"2026-06-18T22:20:31.178625+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/to-the-front-7845090"},"episode":{"title":"Electrolytes, Hard Bodied Gilts and Goats are Picky Eaters","slug":"electrolytes-hard-bodied-gilts-and-goats-are-picky-eaters","published_at":"2026-05-21T18:38:42+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/to-the-front-7845090/electrolytes-hard-bodied-gilts-and-goats-are-picky-eaters","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/to-the-front-7845090","url":"https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/1b4d30d2969d1cfb616b88c60db9e842147b791b931b0cf1946cf33547a63958/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJhOGVhNjZmMC05MzZhLTQ2ODItOGRlMy1lNjZiMzVmNTBmNDQiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI3OGVlZTYwYy0xOTg3LTQwZGMtOTNkOS02ZjYwNDEwZGRiZDIiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTgyMmJiZmEwNzU3MGQ3MGQwNmU5MzIiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmEwZjQ4NjUyZjcwYTVhZTU4N2FkM2ZlL2JqLWVpY2tzLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTUtMjFfXzIwLTEtOS5tcDMifQ==.mp3","audio_url":"https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/1b4d30d2969d1cfb616b88c60db9e842147b791b931b0cf1946cf33547a63958/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJhOGVhNjZmMC05MzZhLTQ2ODItOGRlMy1lNjZiMzVmNTBmNDQiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI3OGVlZTYwYy0xOTg3LTQwZGMtOTNkOS02ZjYwNDEwZGRiZDIiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTgyMmJiZmEwNzU3MGQ3MGQwNmU5MzIiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmEwZjQ4NjUyZjcwYTVhZTU4N2FkM2ZlL2JqLWVpY2tzLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTUtMjFfXzIwLTEtOS5tcDMifQ==.mp3","summary":"Electrolytes, Hard Bodied Gilts and Goats are Picky Eaters In this episode of To The Front, Tony Morris and Thomas Gross answer listener questions about using electrolytes at jackpot shows, managing hard-bodied gilts while controlling weight, and helping picky-eating goats stay on feed and in condition. Key Topics & Timestamps 00:02:20 – 00:04:36 | Why Should You Use Electrolytes at Jackpot Shows? Tony and Thomas explain why electrolytes aren’t just for major target shows. They discuss how trailer rides can dehydrate animals quickly and why starting an electrolyte program early helps animals stay hydrated and come off the trailer looking their best. They also explain how jackpot shows are a great opportunity to test which hydration program works best for each animal. 00:04:36 – 00:08:46 | Feeding Hard Bodied Gilts The conversation shifts to managing hard-bodied gilts while staying within weight limits. The hosts discuss using high-fiber feeds to expand body shape without excessive weight gain, saving pounds for the final push before a target show, and strategies to improve gut fill and appearance while keeping animals fresh and functional. 00:08:46 – 00:14:47 | Boosting Goat Appetite with Thrive™ Tony and Thomas tackle a question about goats that won’t eat. They explain why goats are naturally picky eaters, how gut health and digestion impact appetite, and how Thrive™ may help increase feed intake by supporting the digestive microbiome. They also share practical feeding tips, including fresh feed, clean water buckets and adding calorie-dense supplements to help goats maintain condition and stay on feed.","meta_description":"Electrolytes, Hard Bodied Gilts and Goats are Picky Eaters In this episode of To The Front, Tony Morris and Thomas Gross answer listener questions about u…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":1006,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/to-the-front-7845090/episodes/electrolytes-hard-bodied-gilts-and-goats-are-picky-eaters/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/to-the-front-7845090/electrolytes-hard-bodied-gilts-and-goats-are-picky-eaters.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}