Triple C Podcast - Cattle, Kids & Chaos

Follow Kennedy Here: https://www.instagram.com/the.legendairy.dietitian/ Book Recommendation Here: https://www.amazon.com/Healthy-Kids-Happy-Integrative-Pediatricians/dp/0358751179/ref=sr_1_1?crid=I6339T0X80TR&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.Qatt1aMy2Sd5AcU_QHKGrAsHyzk8WAbXhOvWBJ1XZkJ-PxIXRup74bQ9X0MufMa5GtJ7OePdgzgZdo_hjbaMJidBhIi-_YIIhAAAtSgH7ps.v7wjWtpqdrB7AFLcV8IP4h687plrSzrKesW2coDcnq4&dib_tag=se&keywords=h...

In this episode, we sit down with Lewellyn Melnyk, an author passionate about mental health in agriculture. She wrote the book " ROOTED How I stay small Town Strong WHEN LIFE GETS HARD and How You can Too". Together, we dive into the different aspects of mental health and what helped her get a grasp on things and help her better cope with the trials she was handed. Farmers face unique challenges a...

In this episode of The Triple C Podcast, we dive into farm safety with Katie, an experienced ER nurse who is also married to a Dairy Farmer. She has seen firsthand the dangers that come with agricultural work. She shares crucial insights into farm-related accidents and gives us 5 essential tools every farmer should have on hand to potentially save a life in the field. Whether it's simple safety me...

Follow Her Here: https://www.instagram.com/kourtney.talkington/ She also has a group coaching that is 8 Weeks, so if you feel called, you can check out some of the details here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSflDSuIk6XcL_A9Y5p5koJWN3XD5abdK1yi53_gXuIk_ZUS6Q/viewform?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaaVjHgdMvga4Vt2Th5ZBOuDwBrz_1mQwgcNzad2mDJ4DUhZWJwpxgurfbs_aem_noi01eMLY1Z40WtDT3HqVQ In this ep...

In this episode of The Triple C Podcast, I sit down with a good friend of mine who is a farm wife, mom, and works full-time off the farm. We dive into the realities of harvest season. We explore the struggles she faces balancing her job, raising two kids, and staying connected to her family while her husband works the fields. Despite the chaos, she shares how her faith keeps her grounded and offer...

In this deeply personal episode of The Triple C Podcast, I share the story of my husband Jared's farm accident—a moment that completely shifted our perspective on life and the importance of safety on the farm. I take you through what happened, the emotions that followed, and how I learned the importance of letting the little things go. Farming is unpredictable, and accidents are a harsh reality ma...

In this episode of The Triple C Podcast, we're joined by a seasoned Illinois crop farmer as she takes us behind the scenes of her busy harvest season. We dive deep into the unique challenges she faces on the farm and the strategies she’s developed to manage stress during the most hectic time of the year. From balancing the demands of the land to maintaining her well-being, she shares valuable insi...

Harvest season is one of the busiest and most demanding times on the farm, and for farm wives who are deeply involved in the operation, it can be a true balancing act. In this episode, I’m sharing an inside look at what harvest looks like on our farm, where I not only manage key aspects of our operation but also strive to be a loving wife and mom. Join me as I dive into the day-to-day challenges o...

Welcome to a special two-month Harvest Series on The Triple C Podcast! Harvest season is here, and with it comes the hustle, the hard work, and the inevitable chaos. In this introductory episode, we’re setting the stage for what’s to come – a collection of conversations with special guests who are here to help you stay positive, focused, and resilient through the challenges of harvest. Join us as...

In this episode of The Triple C Podcast, we dive into the vital role that Co-op boards play in the agricultural community. Join me, as I share my recent experience of being elected as a council member on our Land O' Lakes Co-op board and discuss the significance of getting involved in these leadership roles. We’ll explore why Co-ops are crucial for the success of farms, how you can make a differen...

In this episode I give a little update on our family and then also an update on the farm. I also share some ideas that have been coming to life for the podcast and what you can be looking forward to for the next couple of months here on the podcast. I talk about the YouDoYou82 challenge that I am doing to help build better habits as I walk into harvest. https://emilyreuschel.com/you-do-you-82 This...

Follow Renee on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/renee.capko/ Schedule an Interview: https://linktr.ee/renee.capko I would love to have you on the show to share your farm story! In this episode of The Triple C Podcast - Cattle, Kids & Chaos, we dive into the topic of failure and why it’s not only okay to stumble but also important for growth. Whether you're managing a farm, raising kids, or si...

Mental Health Episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/triple-c-podcast-cattle-kids-chaos/id1739679165?i=1000652219323 Gather & Growth Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/gather-in-growth/id1635683500?i=1000664012275 In this episode of The Triple C Podcast join me as we delve into the transformative journey of living in the moment, letting go of the little things, and discovering...

Follow Kennedy Here: https://www.instagram.com/the.legendairy.dietitian/ Follow me Here: https://www.instagram.com/renee.capko/ I am so glad that I was able to have Kennedy come onto the podcast to share some of her knowledge with us because fueling ourselves and fueling farmers is so important. She simplifies nutrition and reminds us that it really isn't as complicated as we make it out to be!

Come along as I talk a little bit about taking a seat at the table and allowing yourself to be a beginner. It can be so hard to walk in and maybe not being as knowledgable as everyone else at the table, but it will come with time. You can't expect to learn and grow if you never allow yourself to be a little bit uncomfortable.

Advocating for Agriculture: Moving the Needle in the RIGHT Direction! Thank you for tuning in and listening as I walk through a little of what we did for our Washington DC Trip and what our experience was like when we met with the Representative and 2 senators offices. It was a very cool experience for sure. It is for sure something I hope to continue doing and being involved in!

From Seeds to Sunshine: Farm Update After Planting Season Join me as I give a little farm/life update! I took a break to clear something off my plate because my plate felt overly full lately, but we are back here sharing a little bit of our farm life with all of you!

In this episode of The Triple C Podcast, we dive into technology in the world of dairy farming and explore how technology is revolutionizing this age-old industry. We talk about record keeping, automatic calf feeders and also herd monitoring systems for cows. Join me as I talk about how we have incorporated these things into our Dairy Operation and some of the pros & cons that come when adding tec...

Join us on a journey of resilience, growth, and self-discovery as we dive into the depths of mental health with Kayla Cowell. In "Breaking Barriers" Kayla fearlessly shares her personal mental health journey, shedding light on the challenges she faced and the transformative coping mechanisms she embraced.

Let's dive into the life of Illinois Farmer Kayla and Her Journey in Agriculture. We could have talked farming for hours, but we kept it to just over an hour. Come join us for a good conversation. She plants all the corn on her operation, but what you will find is that she really is the Jack of ALL trades on her operation and has learned how to just saddle up scared and DO THE DANG THING. Let's di...

A quick farm update and a little bit about how I am working to embrace pivots in my life. Learning that it really is okay to pivot and not just call it a failure. Life has been total chaos, but gosh, farm life is the BEST life. Thank you for tuning into our chaos.

Welcome Back :) We talk spring field work and a little spring yard work because that is how farm life works, it all seems to happen at the same time. We talk a little bit about what we are doing here on the farm to get things ready for spring planting season, which is literally right around the corner. We also talk about all the calves we are currently having here in the farm between our 75 beef c...

Today we talk about my mental health journey and how it has impacted my life. I know it can sometimes be challenging to talk about our mental health journey, but I think it is important to share our stories, so others don't feel so alone. Come along as we talk about how my mental health journey helped change my life and get me to the point where I am today. We are in this together, to empower and...

This episode is a little bit about me and our farm here in central, MN. We dairy farm, beef farm, raise our steers and grow all our own crops.... the chaos part in the little is kind of what life boils down to around here. We have a little boy who is just over a year old, who loves his daddy and any tractor with a buddy seat really. I am so glad you are hear and I hope you stick around for more ep...