The Ranch Podcast

Chris Anton manages Idaho’s endowment investments. These are accounts that fund several of our most fundamental services, like education and corrections. The system for these investments is incredibly complex but has a simple goal: deliver the greatest return as securely and safely as possible. Chris explained the system masterfully. Enjoy! The Ranch Podcast is supported by Truth In Media Foundati...

Lori Shandro is a health insurance broker and came on to help start unpacking why health insurance costs are high as well as additional considerations people can engage in to decrease overall costs. Enjoy! The Ranch Podcast is supported by Truth In Media Foundation, a non-profit media organization committed to unbiased, Idaho focused media.  The Ranch Podcast is the premier source for long format...

Jamie Utz and Chris Yarbrough are part of Idaho Fish and Game and came on to talk about the work they do with beavers. Problem beavers present unique opportunities to both resolve an issue with a native species that is causing problems for residents and to increase surface water storage. Beavers are known world wide as animals that help structure environments, and IDFG is working with Idahoans acr...

Frank Gariglio works with a team at Idaho Power to manage weather and water forecasting. Idaho leads the nation in percentage of power derived by hydrodams, typically generating around 50% of Idaho’s in-state power from these sources. Water forecasts, therefore, mean power supply forecasts. Frank came on to explain what Idaho Power sees in our near future and what management looks like. Enjoy! The...

Reid Stephan is the Chief Information Officer for St. Luke’s and came on the show to talk about where AI fits in medicine. The utilization of AI has both positive and negative potential, and Reid laid out an incredibly clear path forward that seems so much better for both patients and physicians alike. Enjoy! The Ranch Podcast is supported by Truth In Media Foundation, a non-profit media organizat...

Tracy Baggerly is the owner and organizer of the Eagle Rodeo and has worked to maintain this iconic event for over 25 years. This charity event has supported the community for decades and continues to grow and contribute as Tracy and his team work year round to make this event happen. Enjoy! The Ranch Podcast is supported by Truth In Media Foundation, a non-profit media organization committed to u...

Alexis Morgan came on not as a PTA president, public policy PHD candidate, community leader, but instead to come on and rock a show on the top ten episodes on the Ranch Podcast. Thank you for coming along for the journey. Enjoy! The Ranch Podcast is supported by Truth In Media Foundation, a non-profit media organization committed to unbiased, Idaho focused media.  The Ranch Podcast is the premier...

Matt Todd is a CA transplant to Idaho, father of three boys, and the host and producer of the Ranch Podcast. Secretary of State Phil McGrane kindly came onto the show to interview Matt about his origins, his story, and to help people understand what has driven Matt to commit his life to better communication and better understanding in this incredible state. Enjoy! The Ranch Podcast is supported by...

Paul Arrington is the executive director of the Idaho Water Users Association and came on as a final guest as we approach the 1,000th episode of the Ranch Podcast. He has been integral in helping me understand the water systems, struggles, and complexities. Enjoy! The Ranch Podcast is supported by Truth In Media Foundation, a non-profit media organization committed to unbiased, Idaho focused media...

Monica Church is a state legislator known for ruffling feathers in both parties as well as a multi-generation Idahoan, and came on as a final guest as we approach the 1,000th episode of the Ranch Podcast. She has been an integral part of my understanding about this incredible state, its culture, what it was and where she sees it going. Enjoy! The Ranch Podcast is supported by Truth In Media Founda...

Susie Keller is the CEO of the Idaho Medical Association and came on as a final guest as we approach the 1,000th episode of the Ranch Podcast. I didn’t know anything about the medical field or struggles when I moved to this state, and Susie has been a constant educator and friend as I fumbled down the road of understanding why Idaho ranks one of the lowest in physician access and what can be done...

Jess DeAngelo is a world class business coach, best selling author, and regular on the show and came on as a final guest as we approach the 1,000th episode of the Ranch Podcast. Jess has been an irreplaceable guide for me as I navigated the impossibly complex waters of entrepreneurship and a steadfast voice of reason and calm as I learned the podcasting world. Enjoy! The Ranch Podcast is supported...

Brandy Furiani is the former executive director of the Eagle Chamber of Commerce and came on as a final guest as we approach the 1,000th episode of the Ranch Podcast. Brandy was an integral part of the podcast and a beloved regular, and more than anything, she was and still is a friend on and off the show. Enjoy! The Ranch Podcast is supported by Truth In Media Foundation, a non-profit media organ...

Brian Brooks is an Idaho conservationist who has worked with organizations both in and out of the state of Idaho for over a decade to represent and preserve hunting, fishing, and recreation and came on as a final guest as we approach the 1,000th episode of the Ranch Podcast. Brian was the first real conservationist that I met and has been irreplaceable in my education about what Idaho does to prot...

Tracy Basterrechea is an American of Basque descent and came on as a final guest as we approach the 1,000th episode of the Ranch Podcast. Tracy has been incredibly influential in helping me understand Idaho’s Basque community and law enforcement community. Enjoy! The Ranch Podcast is supported by Truth In Media Foundation, a non-profit media organization committed to unbiased, Idaho focused media....

Zak Miller is the CEO of the Idaho Farm Bureau Federation and came on as a final guest as we approach the 1,000th episode of the Ranch Podcast. Zak has been instrumental in my education and understanding of Ag in this great state. Enjoy! The Ranch Podcast is supported by Truth In Media Foundation, a non-profit media organization committed to unbiased, Idaho focused media.  The Ranch Podcast is the...

Rex Force is the Senior Vice President of Health Sciences for Idaho State University and came on to talk about the groundbreaking work ISU is engaging in to not only educate the next medical work force, but also to serve and save rural Idaho’s health and pharmacy systems. Enjoy! The Ranch Podcast is supported by Truth In Media Foundation, a non-profit media organization committed to unbiased, Idah...

Elizabeth Baggerly is a homegrown Idahoan and the proprietor of the Proletariat Winery in Garden City. She came on to talk about her journey of opening her winery and offering the Treasure Valley an incredible option for food and drink. Enjoy! The Ranch Podcast is supported by Truth In Media Foundation, a non-profit media organization committed to unbiased, Idaho focused media.  The Ranch Podcast...

Eric Phillips is the Mayor of Caldwell and came in to talk about the state of the city, growth, management, and where Caldwell is headed. Enjoy! The Ranch Podcast is supported by Truth In Media Foundation, a non-profit media organization committed to unbiased, Idaho focused media.  The Ranch Podcast is the premier source for long format interviews and information in the Treasure Valley and great s...

Matt Clifford is the Ada County Sheriff and Shannon Garza is an SVU detective working with CSAM (Child Sexual Abuse Material) cases. They both came in to talk about the rampant crimes occurring around internet pornography and exploitation of children. This is a sobering topic but also one of great importance.  The Ranch Podcast is supported by Truth In Media Foundation, a non-profit media organiza...

Jon Stoner is the Director of ISU’s Idaho Accelerator Center and came on to talk about Copper 67, an isotope that ISU created to help fight cancer across the world. Enjoy! The Ranch Podcast is supported by Truth In Media Foundation, a non-profit media organization committed to unbiased, Idaho focused media.  The Ranch Podcast is the premier source for long format interviews and information in the...

Rick Naerebout is the CEO of the Idaho Dairymen’s Association and came in to talk about the state of dairy in Idaho. Enjoy! The Ranch Podcast is supported by Truth In Media Foundation, a non-profit media organization committed to unbiased, Idaho focused media.  The Ranch Podcast is the premier source for long format interviews and information in the Treasure Valley and great state of Idaho. The Bo...

Mike Crapo is an Idaho US Senator and came in to talk about a number of issues, including tax cuts, veteran mental health, national debt, marijuana in the US, conservation, and more. Enjoy! The Ranch Podcast is supported by Truth In Media Foundation, a non-profit media organization committed to unbiased, Idaho focused media.  The Ranch Podcast is the premier source for long format interviews and i...

Dr. Paul Marotta is a nuclear scientist engaged in designing and creating the molten salt nuclear battery, a smaller nuclear energy source that allows for numerous benefits over other designs. Enjoy! The Ranch Podcast is supported by Truth In Media Foundation, a non-profit media organization committed to unbiased, Idaho focused media.  The Ranch Podcast is the premier source for long format interv...

Ryan Davidson is a current Ada County Commissioner running for re-election and came on to talk about why he thinks residents of Ada County should vote for him. Enjoy! The Ranch Podcast is supported by Truth In Media Foundation, a non-profit media organization committed to unbiased, Idaho focused media.  The Ranch Podcast is the premier source for long format interviews and information in the Treas...