1066: Natalie Kovarik & Tara Vander Dussen - "DISCOVER AG"

Are you ready to dive into the world of agriculture from a fresh and dynamic perspective? In this episode of Thrive LouD with Lou Diamond, join Lou as he sits down with Natalie Kovarik and Tara Vander Dussen, the brilliant minds behind the Discover Ag Podcast and TV show. Key Highlights: Discover how Natalie and Tara, as fifth-generation dairy farmers and fourth-generation cattle ranchers, respectively, came together through social media to create the Discover Ag platform, aiming to bridge the gap between agriculture and consumers. Gain insights into the misconceptions about agriculture and how these inspiring women are debunking stereotypes, making agriculture cool and trendy again. Learn about the unique challenges and opportunities in the agricultural industry, including the ongoing conversation about big agriculture versus small farms. Explore how Natalie and Tara are bringing attention to trending topics within the ag and food space, combining their expertise and passion for storytelling to educate and entertain audiences. Hear about the seamless transition from podcast to television, as they visually showcase the intricacies of farming and ranching life while continuing to build their thriving community of "discos." Join Lou, Natalie, and Tara as they enlighten us on the nuances of agriculture, while also entertaining us with their witty and engaging podcasting style. You won't want to miss this inspiring and educational conversation!   Timestamp Overview 00:00 "Thrive LouD: Inspiring Agrarian Innovators" 06:33 Ag and Food Trends Simplified 07:19 Podcast Analyzes Weekly News Trends 12:32 Engaging Community Discussions 15:26 Big vs. Small in Agriculture 18:02 Farm-Focused Family Podcast 21:56 Emerging Country Artist: Jack Wharf 24:37 Rediscovering Offline Creativity 27:10 Future Plans: Family, Travel, Adventure Follow Us: 🔔 Subscribe to the Thrive LouD with Lou Diamond Podcast for more engaging conversations and powerful insights. 👍 Like this episode if you found it helpful. 💬 Comment your thoughts and questions below. 🔗 Share this episode with your network to spread the knowledge. ***CONNECT WITH LOU DIAMOND & THRIVE LOUD***