Podcasts
Welcome to the American Cattlemen Podcast, hosted by Gale McKinney, where information, entertainment, and the cow/calf industry come together. Whether talking to a country western entertainer, cow/calf producer, or industry professional, ACP promises a different ride than other podcasts.
Welcome to American Cattlemen’s Producer Profiles where Gale brings the business and lifestyle of the Cow/Calf industry together. Whether it’s the most recent production sale to your local county fair Gale brings you interviews with the grassroot folks of the industry.
Our audience is United States cow/calf producers and worldwide industry professionals derived from our extensive social media following of over 500,000 unique industry professionals. Each episode of the American Cattlemen Podcast will be promoted through our digital outlets and the American Cattlemen magazine and newsletter.
Previous Episodes
Cattle Health Issues Podcast
Cattle Health Issues Podcast
Cattle health issues are one of cattlemen’s key challenges for a profitable herd. The partnership between veterinarians and cattlemen is critical to a successful cattle operation, regardless of operation type and size. Dr. Shynia Peterman, DVM, of the Lyons Vet Clinic in Lyons, Kansas, and Gale McKinney, the Voice of the American Cattlemen, will co-host a new podcast series entitled Veterinarians and Cattlemen: A Partnership in Cattle Health.
Dr. Shynia Peterman is a native of Lyons, KS, graduating from Lyons High School in 2014. She attended Kansas State University, where she obtained her Bachelor of Science Degree in Animal Science in May of 2017. In May of 2021, Dr. Shynia graduated with her DVM Degree from the Oklahoma State University College of Veterinary Medicine. Dr. Shynia enjoys working on all animals but has a strong passion for beef cattle production. In her spare time, Dr. Shynia loves spending time with her cattle, horse, family, friends, and two Australian Shepherds, Daria and Moonpie.
Lyons Veterinary Clinic was founded in 1960 by Doc Downing as a mixed animal practice and is still operating as a mixed animal practice. Their clientele consists of 50% small and 50% large animals, with the occasional exotic animal. The clinic employs six full-time and four part-time employees, serving Rice County and extending to neighboring counties. The clinic offers routine animal care, hospitalization, surgery, and boarding. The Lyons Veterinary Clinic also has a sister clinic, Ark Veterinary Clinic, in Sterling, Kansas.
Gale McKinney, CPA, is the Co-Owner and Publisher of American Cattlemen Media. Gale obtained his Bachelor of Science Degree from Northwest Missouri State University. McKinney is a well-known voice in the cattle industry, with years of experience as a producer, financial, and marketing consultant. Gale’s broad knowledge base and deep sense of client service provide listeners and readers with a unique perspective. Gale and his wife Audra have taken a newsprint shopper magazine and developed it into one of the cattle industry’s leading marketing groups.
Each episode will explore different topics. We will bring you guests from across the industry, including other vets, producers, and industry providers. Each episode will provide practical advice and awareness of important existing and new cattle health issues. We will also hear different viewpoints from professionals across the cattle industry. New techniques that are revolutionizing the cattle health field will be introduced. All this information will be delivered in a casual, friendly format produced by one of the industry’s most recognized media organizations, American Cattlemen.
The first episode of Veterinarians and Cattlemen: A Partnership in Cattle Health, which will be available in a week or so, will be “Getting those Spring Calves off and Running.” Our guest will be Roger Osinchuk, DVM, a practicing veterinarian and Wagyu cattle producer from Springfield, Vermont.
Dr. Peterman and Dr. Osinchuk will provide some great contrasting thoughts on how to get the most out of these early days for those assets called calves!
We are excited to have you in the truck for Veterinarians and Cattlemen: A Partnership in Cattle Health. Be watching for announcements coming soon to watch on your favorite podcast platform.
For Dr. Shynia Peterman, this is Gale McKinney. We look forward to serving you, the American Cattlemen, Veterinarians and Cattlemen: A Partnership in Cattle Health.
May 2025
Fire Safety Tips and Solutions
Fire Safety Tips and Solutions. Today, we present an insightful interview with John Mollhagen and Marc Ahrens, of Moly Mfg., who will discuss the importance of controlled burns, safety issues surrounding these events, and fire safety on farms and ranches.
Join Gale, John, and Mark as they share experiences, advice, and solutions for this important and sometimes neglected area of farm safety!
Historically, controlled burns have typically occurred from January to April, depending on geographic location. However, this limited timeframe can restrict the effectiveness of a burning program. Nowadays, prescribed burns can occur year-round, providing more opportunities for land management.
Fire safety is a significant concern for farmers and ranchers, impacting everything from fields to equipment and buildings. Every minute counts in emergencies! John experienced this firsthand when a controlled burn got out of control and nearly devastated a local community in Kansas.
With limited resources and predominantly volunteer firefighters, rural communities often struggle to manage large fires effectively. To address this critical need, Moly designed the Hydro Dragon, which is created explicitly for rural fire departments, farmers, and ranchers. This innovative solution is valuable for controlled burns, grass fires, and emergency response situations.
IN THE EVENT OF A FIRE, contact emergency SERVICES. Do everything you can to prevent fires from starting. Fires may begin despite your best prevention efforts. Everyone must be evacuated immediately when a fire breaks out in a farm building.
- DO NOT PANIC
- Call 911. Tell the dispatcher the type of fire (e.g., barn, shop, field), and give them your address and directions to your farm.
- Tell them the status of the fire. Is there smoke showing, or is the building fully engulfed in flames?
- Notify them if there are any people injured or trapped.
- Inform them if there are animals involved. Note the types of animals, whether they are loose or contained, and how many are still in the building.
- If the driveway is difficult to see or find, send someone out to meet the fire department. Many fire departments have delayed response times due to poor directions.
- Shut off all power sources to the building.
- DO NOT enter the building! No one will know you are inside if you are the only one present. If the roof is on fire, it may collapse at any time.
- Contain animals in a field, corral, or trailer away from the fire
2025
Elle TerHaar sits down with Gale to talk about what is going on at ReproScan
Welcome to another edition of the American Cattlemen Podcast. Just ahead we have Gale McKinney, he is the Publisher of American Cattlemen, and he sits down with Elle TerHaar with Repro-Scan Technologies. Elle will give you a little background on her personal and professional life. She will also share some information on the historical timeline and significant highlights for 
Repro-Scan. They will wrap up the conversation by discussing what sets Repro-Scan apart from the rest of the industry and some of the great training programs they offer.
For previous episodes of the American Cattlemen Podcast please check out the website: www.americancattlemen.com
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Farmland Auction Opportunity
Farmland Auction Opportunity. Welcome to another episode of the American Cattlemen Podcast. Today, Gale chats with Jacob Hart regarding their extraordinary listing, Pilgrim Farms, a 3,200-acre tract of land in Delta County, Texas.
High Point Land Company, in partnership with National Land Realty, is proud to present 3,200± acres offered in 40 tracts ranging from 10 to 500 +/- acres in Delta County, TX, selling at auction with bidding ending at 1 PM CST on May 22nd, 2025.
Pilgrim Farms offers a rare large-scale investment in Texas’ high-growth corridor, just 80 miles from DFW. With 3,200+/- acres of productive farmland, pasture, and riverfront, it provides diverse revenue streams from agriculture, livestock, grain storage, hunting leases, and potential solar/wind energy 
development. Its prime location, extensive infrastructure, and development potential make it an attractive asset for investors, PE funds, developers, and high-net-worth buyers seeking land appreciation, tax benefits, and long-term value in a rapidly expanding region.
This land has not had any chemicals or conventional fertilizer added to the cropland acres in over two years and would be an excellent opportunity to transition into certified organic hay or other crops with local markets.
Property Features:
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- Prime Location: In DFW’s growth path, ideal for developers & investors.
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- High-Yield Farmland: 2,800± tillable acres, 400± pasture acres for crops & grazing.
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- Turnkey Ag Operation: 480,000 BU grain storage, barns, & infrastructure in place.
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- Development Potential: Road frontage & utilities for ranchettes or residential projects.
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- Recreational Paradise: 1.75± miles of River, deer, turkey, & waterfowl hunting.
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- Energy Ready: Flat land & infrastructure potential for solar, wind, or ag expansion.
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- Luxury Ranch Estate: High-end main home, guest house, foreman’s home.
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- Ample water Sources with River frontage and multiple stock ponds.
For previous episodes of the American Cattlemen Podcast please check out the website: www.americancattlemen.com
Farmland Auction Opportunity
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Dustin Sits Down With Noah Porter to discuss everything SmaXTec
Welcome to another episode of the American Cattlemen Podcast. Today, Dustin chats with Noah Porter about SmaXTec, what it does and what makes it unique. Noah will then go into the benefit to having SmaXTec on Daires or Beef calves. 
They will then close the discussion by talking about how farms with SmaXTec Boluses are leveraging calving alerts to help protect these newborns. You won’t want to miss this amazing episode.
For previous episodes of the American Cattlemen Podcast please check out the website: www.americancattlemen.com
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Wagyu Beef Taste and Benefits
Wagyu Beef Taste and Benefits. Welcome to another episode of the American Cattlemen Podcast. Today, we have the publisher of the American Cattlemen and host, Gale Mckinney and he sits down with Chef Michael Scott. Chef Michael will get into how his passion 
for cooking started and a little about his background. Chef Michael is heavily involved in the Wagyu Beef Industry and has 40 years of culinary experience. As an esteemed World Master Chef, Chef Michael makes sure that this episode is one you won’t want to miss.
Chef Michael Scott, CEC, AAC, EWMCS is an award-winning Executive Chef and World
Master Chef with over 40 years of culinary experience. Known for his precision, passion, and warm personality, Chef Scott brings an unmatched level of excellence to every culinary endeavor.
Born in Santa Monica, California, and raised in Carmel Valley and Sausalito, Chef Michael began his culinary career at age 13, working in local restaurants and quickly rising through the ranks. His first major opportunity came when he trained under Master Chef Shoji Yan in Tokyo at Sushi Gen Japanese Restaurant, shaping the foundation for his global culinary perspective.
After returning to the U.S., Chef Michael spent the next decade working across California’s restaurant, hotel, and country club scene, eventually becoming General Manager, Managing Partner, and Executive Chef of Los Robles Restaurant in Santa Rosa. In 1997, he brought his talents to Texas as Executive Chef at Lakewood Country Club in Dallas, followed by a role as Corporate Chef at Yama Beef in 2004, where he trained chefs and promoted Kobe beef. That
same year, he opened Beverly’s Restaurant in Athens, Texas, and by 2005, became Executive Chef at Northwood Club in Dallas.
In 2015, Chef Scott took on the role of Executive Chef and Sales Manager for Rosewood Texas Wagyu Beef, helping elevate Texas-raised Wagyu to international recognition. In 2019, he launched The Bartonville Store and Jeter’s Meat Shop in Bartonville, Texas—a unique concept combining a restaurant, butcher shop, and live music venue. Despite launching during
the COVID-19 pandemic, the venture grew into a thriving $2 million business in a short time.
Chef Michael now works with Colinas Foods and Sam Wilson Premium Meats in Round Rock, Texas, where he is expanding the reach of Texas Wagyu into the vibrant Austin culinary scene. His vision is to bring world-class proteins and culinary excellence to chefs, restaurants, and discerning customers throughout the region.
Chef Scott’s accolades include induction into the American Academy of Chefs Honor Society, current service on the Board of the Texas Wagyu Association, and his roles as Continuing Education Chair for the American Wagyu Association and Director of Culinary for the World Wagyu Council. A natural host and devoted mentor, he is committed to teaching the next generation of culinarians and sharing his culinary journey, which has taken him across the
globe to cook, compete, and continuously master his craft.
For previous episodes of the American Cattlemen Podcast please check out the website: www.americancattlemen.com
Wagyu Beef Taste and Benefits.
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Dustin Sits Down With Frank Jusich To Discuss Pest Control For Cattle
Today, we have the Director of Business Development for the American Cattlemen Media Group and host; Dustin Hector & he sits down with Frank Jusich with Pertinent Eco-Solutions. During today’s episode, Dustin & Frank will discuss how to maintain fly control over your cattle herd. They will also get 
into how different varieties of flies reproduce and some steps producers can take to reduce the fly population in your herd. With lots of great information available, you won’t want to miss this episode.
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Gale Sits Down With Kevin Bennett To Discuss His Upcoming Production Sale
Welcome back to another episode of The American Cattlemen Podcast and this Special Producer Profile. Just ahead, we have Gale McKinney, the Publisher of The American Cattlemen, and Kevin Bennett with Sandrock Ranch Herefords, in Benton Wisconsin. They will get into the upcoming Sandrock Ranch Herefords production sale held on April 13th, 2025, at the ranch near Benton, 
Wisconsin. Kevin will then discuss some of the Bulls he is proud of and why you should consider Sandrock Ranch Hereford Genetics. With a passion for bulls and a love for quality, this is an episode that you won’t want to miss.
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