Our Way of Life Podcast

In this episode, we sit down with rancher, businessman, former politician, and family man Oren Lesmeister of Parade, SD. He shares a thoughtful insight from the halls of the capitol to the modern day advancements in agriculture.

In this episode, we hear from Andrew Streff, a Commodity Broker from Salem, SD. He shares how his family is passing the farm down to him, what that transition looks likes, and the many hats he wears both on and off the farm.

A walking/talking champion for the people of agriculture, she shares her credibility, authenticity, humor, and wisdom with audiences worldwide through her writing, keynotes, and workshops.

The Right to Repair is the freedom farmers across the U.S. want because for generations they repaired their own equipment and they want the right to continue doing so. Doug Sombke, President of South Dakota Farmers Union and Willie Cade, Director of the Theo Brown Society discuss this important policy issue on this episode of Our Way of Life.

Wayne Soren, a dedicated farmer from Lake Preston, has been a vital leader in South Dakota's agricultural community as Vice President of the South Dakota Farmers Union since 2010, advocating for cooperative development and grassroots policies.

Scott Sabers of Sabers Insurance Agency of Sturgis and Spearfish joins us this week to discuss the importance of customer service and community service. These are at the top of his mind, along with the team he puts together to serve his clients.

Jeff Kippley wears many hats, including VP of not just one, but TWO organizations, a dad, tax business owner, farmer & rancher, and many other jobs! We were excited to have him join us for another episode and learning his way of life.

A jack of all trades; college graduate, guardsman, band teacher and now insurance agent! David Schelske joins the podcast this week to talk about his journey to taking over the family business in the Mitchell, SD area.

In this episode, we connect with R-Calf President Brett Kenzy from south central South Dakota as he takes us along his life on the farm and ranch and how he came to be in the position he is today.

A previous law enforcement officer, basketball referee, Farmers Union Insurance agent and most importantly, a father and husband. Chris Goldsmith joins me as we discuss life and LRP!

Education is one of the most important aspects of what SDFU helps promote in South Dakota. Aeriel Eitreim joins us as a strong member and past camper of county camps and much more!

Farmers Union Insurance Agent Cameron Lux joins us this week and he has a great story of relationship building and the importance of service as an insurance provider.

South Dakota Farmers Union President, Doug Sombke helps kick off our new podcast - Our Way of Life!