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Cowboy Ethics Indiana: Teaching Students Character, Honesty, and Leadership ↗
What can a cowboy teach today’s students? Dwight Moudy of Cowboy Ethics Indiana joins Trent Loos to show how honesty, perseverance, and respect become real-world tools for leadership and accountability. See why these timeless values are giving young people a stronger start in life.
Living Soil vs. Lifeless Dirt: Earthworms, Tillage, and Regenerative Agriculture ↗
Is your soil alive or just dirt? Damian Buckley of New Zealand and Iowa’s Howard Vlieger reveal what earthworms really do underground, why heavy tillage tears soil life apart like a ripped spider web, and why economic pressure is driving more farmers toward regenerative agriculture.
Who Owns the Ranch? Ed Ashurst on Arizona Cattle, Vanishing Grazing Land, and Beef Imports ↗
Why is America’s cow herd shrinking? Arizona ranch manager Ed Ashurst says drought insurance, hobby ranchers, and high-fence hunting are pushing real cattlemen off the land. He and Trent Loos also take on the NCBA and explain why cattle prices dropped about $400 a head as beef imports climbed.
Local Control vs. Federal Power: Why County Commissioners Matter with Kay LaCoe ↗
Is Washington taking over decisions that belong to your county? Trent Loos and Kay LaCoe reveal why local control means real accountability, what county commissioners owe the people they represent, and how your community can push back and be heard. Watch now.
October 7th Remembered: Inside the Trauma of Terror and Its Lasting Impact ↗
What did Israelis really live through on October 7th? Terrorism expert and psychiatrist Dr. Carole Lieberman takes Scott Hennen inside the trauma of that day. Then NDSU Turning Point USA students join Scott live to unpack how the attack happened and why its impact hasn’t faded.
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Trent Loos and Chris Earl on the State of America's Beef and Ranching Industry ↗
Cattle markets are shifting fast, and rancher Chris Earl knows why. Trent Loos and Chris break down skyrocketing costs, regulatory pressure, and the opportunities ranchers can't afford to miss. Curious where the beef industry is headed next? This candid, producer-first conversation has the answers.
Food Supply Crisis, Volcanic Warnings, and Global Threats with JC Cole ↗
Volcanoes erupting, food supply chains collapsing, missiles aimed at Europe, and a predicted 2027 global food crisis — JC Cole and Trent Loos reveal the warning signs hiding in plain sight. From Tyson's shutdown to Hoover Dam's cracks, this episode connects today's chaos to history's biggest turning points.
Gov. Kelly Armstrong Talks Special Session, Kratom Dangers & Socialism; Economist John Phelan on Minnesota's Boundary Waters Mining Ban ↗
Governor Kelly Armstrong breaks down what's really on the table for North Dakota's special session, plus why kratom has lawmakers worried. Then economist John Phelan tackles Governor Walz's shocking Boundary Waters mining ban and what it could cost Minnesota jobs and the economy. Watch now.
Human Trafficking, Monopolies, and Small Business Survival: Teresa Platt Speaks Out ↗
Teresa Platt joins Trent Loos to reveal explosive truths about human trafficking, monopolies squeezing workers, and small businesses crushed by big government. From refugee camps to COVID-19's hidden wealth transfer, this episode uncovers the forces shaping your freedom, wages, and everyday life. Don't miss it.
Who Owns Rural America? Daryl Lies Talks AI Data Centers, Farmland, and Food Labeling on Trent on the Loos ↗
AI data centers are moving onto farmland fast, and rural America is asking who really benefits. Trent Loos and farmer Daryl Lies dig into the land, water, and energy stakes, plus a heated debate over meat labeling that could change what you see at the grocery store.
Doni for Liberty Exposes How Animal Rights Laws Threaten Property Rights ↗
Animal rights laws aren't just about pets — they could cost you your land, your farm, and your freedom. Trent and activist Doni for Liberty pull back the curtain on hidden legislative traps threatening property owners nationwide. Don't let lawmakers legislate away your rights while you're not watching.
Flock Cameras, AI Data Centers, and North Dakota's Missile Defense with Mark Hagerott ↗
Flock cameras are sparking privacy backlash nationwide—and Scott Hennen wants answers. AI expert Mark Hagerott breaks down surveillance fears, booming AI data centers, and North Dakota's missile defense secrets. Then listeners call in with fiery opinions on artificial intelligence. Is AI protecting us or watching us? Tune in and decide.
Rural Route with Trent Loos: Jay Truitt Breaks Down Beef Plant Closures and Industry Shake-Ups ↗
Cattle expert Jay Truitt reveals why the Jocelyn, Illinois plant closure could cripple Northeast cattle feeders, exposes the shocking 90% lean beef shortage, and explains why small rendering plants almost never survive. Don't miss this insider look at the forces reshaping America's beef supply chain.
Saving Australia's Wild Brumbies: Legal Battles, Protests, and Healing Veterans ↗
Wild Brumbies are vanishing from Australia's outback, and a fierce legal battle plus worldwide protests are racing to save them. Discover how these rescued horses might also help American veterans heal from PTSD. Watch to see how one small population count could change everything.
Beef Processing Capacity Collapses as Grazing Acres Disappear ↗
Beef processing capacity in America is collapsing — only three major plants remain. Trent Loos and Damian Buckley expose the shocking closures, shrinking cattle herds, and the rewilding debate threatening ranchers' survival and the nation's food security. Don't miss this urgent conversation about the future of American beef.






