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Season 2.. The Edge.. it’s a wrap. Listen in as Austin and I recap the highlights of some amazing conversations. Nine weeks … wow! It’s been awesome. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! I can’t wait for 2023!

This week we finish a 2 week conversation with Kandy Schminke. In part 1 we discussed her journey in the stock show world, this week we cover her health. Kandy bravely shares with us her journey through a long illness with a final diagnosis that led to a kidney transplant. With two autoimmune diseases wreaking…

In Part 1 of a 2 week series, we get to meet Mrs. Kandy Schminke… famously known for Schminke Genetics, World Renowned Judge, and friend to all. I have to admit that when I started Ladies In the Lead, Kandy was on my top ten list to get to interview! I might have been a…

In this week’s episode we meet Mrs. Mallory Knapp. Co-owner of MK Livestock, she’s a proud wife to Kade, a new mother to MaKenna, and a strong cattle producer. When we sat down she was in the middle of helping her Mom decorate her antique store where she graciously took the time to share her…

In this week’s episode we meet Cassidy Moore. Stay tuned as the podcast ends, you’ll hear we jump right in with a funny, but let’s be honest, truthful story of how the trailer lot in Kansas City needed help! After 4 hours of waiting, this Lady in the Lead stepped out and got things moving!…

In this week’s episode we meet Miss Brooklyn Curtin. The oldest of three, Brooklyn has certainly made her mark in and out of the show ring. She works extremely hard, has unwavering dedication, and big goals to achieve. The Curtin Family knows what it takes to get there and Brooklyn is definitely making her mark.…

In this week’s episode we meet Mrs. Casey Anderson. Casey grew up showing heifers and loved the Junior National Simmental scene. The best part for her… the contests! In fact, during her first Junior Nationals she didn’t even take a calf, she went for the experience. She is the Co-Chair of the Iowa Governor’s Charity…

In this week’s episode we meet Shae Becker. Currently a 4th year pharmacy student at the University of Iowa, a full-time athlete on the row team, she knows how to manage the details and make things happen. I’ve watched her year after year show and she is a force. She’s competitive, smart, and knows what…

In this week’s episode we meet Miss Molly Mormann. A native from Manchester, Iowa, an Iowa State Grad, a cattle producer, and a Business Marketer! She is professional, hard working, and committed to promoting agriculture. I love that she sees “stock show” as being confident, respectful and presenting yourself in your best light. When we…

In this week’s episode we meet Ava Noonan, a junior at Cascade High School. This young lady has had the summer of her life. Listen as she talks about the work, the fun, and the big goals achieved. Oh and don’t think she’s done yet! She has a steer Ozzy that she absolutely adores and…

We are just too excited for the next season of Ladies in the Lead that we just had to release a sneak peak! Check out these clips from conversations with Ava Noonen, Molly Moorman, and Shea Becker as a teaser for what’s to come. Thank you to Kabela Brothers Cattle for sponsoring this episode- be…

Wow can you believe it? Season 1 is a wrap. Enjoy as I recap my favorite moments, capture the big ah ha’s, and share a little more about the platform, my dream, and love for George Strait! Season 2 it’s coming…. don’t worry I’ve got big plans ….. and I can’t wait to share them…