Goat Gab
141 episodes - English - Latest episode: 1 day ago - ★★★★★ - 70 ratingsA weekly meeting about all things Dairy Goat....shows, production, management, breeding, ADGA politics, youth.
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Episodes
Show Prep 2024--The Equipment Edition
April 24, 2024 14:00 - 1 hour - 48.8 MBIt's almost show season! On this week's episode of Goat Gab, Cameron and Laura talk about preparation of your necessary equipment.
Building Your Veterinary Toolbox with Dr. Emma Kamps
April 17, 2024 09:00 - 1 hour - 62.3 MBCameron and Laura welcome Dr. Emma Kamps, a veterinarian and dairy goat breeder, to discuss the importance of building your own veterinary toolbox.....what it should contain and the ONE important tool every vet will thank you to have on hand for your own herd health!
Do's and Don't of Buying and Selling
April 03, 2024 09:00 - 1 hour - 52.5 MBIts the time of year when our barns are overflowing, kid sales are blooming, and breeders are looking to add their next new herdsire or new dam line! On this episode of Goat Gab, Laura and Cameron revisit the topic of being a good buyer or a good seller, and what to avoid.
Selections that Make You Smile with Scott Bice
March 13, 2024 10:00 - 1 hour - 52.2 MBWe've talked for a couple years about "culling till you cry"--this year we are joined by Scott Bice from Redwood Hills/Vineyard View as we discuss the flip side of keeping your herd manageable---selecting the animals that make you smile.
Kidding Potpourri 2024
February 25, 2024 18:00 - 1 hour - 59.4 MBCameron and Laura with their annual "kidding potpourri" talking about raising kids, reproductive technology, farm news, and some laughs along the way.
Kidding Season Prep with Jason Peckham
February 08, 2024 12:00 - 1 hour - 68.2 MBThis week we come back with return guest Jason Peckham of Sublime Dairy Goats to talk about kidding season prep! Listen as Cameron, Laura and Jason unpack kidding and talk about all things from their experiences! Also, our first Q&A!!
Oh Those Nubians....
January 31, 2024 06:00 - 1 hour - 61.8 MBFor this episode, we welcome back Paul Fox of Foxwood Nubians and Megan Tredway-Carter of Lakeshore Nubians, for a deep dive into the Nubian breed. We discuss yesterday, today and tomorrow, and discuss their favorite things related to the beautiful long-eared goats!
Catching up with Craig Koopmann and Pleasant-Grove
January 13, 2024 16:00 - 1 hour - 52.3 MBOur annual catching up episode with Mr. Craig Koopmann--where we talk about the current state of commercial dairying, what's happening in the Pleasant Grove herd of Alpines and Saanens, and how Craig gets through his "kidding marathon".
Hay 911--With Dr. Rocky Lemus
December 20, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 45.9 MBIts that time of year when many of us are looking at our dwindling hay piles and deciding if we have enough of "the good stuff" to make it to the first cutting of 2024. On this week's Goat Gab, we are thrilled to welcome back Dr. Rocky Lemus to discuss hay quality, testing, and how to make sure your are buying the best hay available.
Catching Up and Catching Fire
December 06, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 50.8 MBWe are so happy to be back after an unintended break! On our 127th episode, Cameron and Laura catch up, talk about the end of 2023 and "catch fire" talking about goals for 2024.
Take On Me!
November 09, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 45.4 MBThis week, Cameron and Laura share their takes on current dairy goat topics, including the 2023 ADGA Convention and Board of Directors meeting.
LIVE from Tulsa! PopUp Goat Gab
October 21, 2023 18:00 - 41 minutes - 28.4 MBAre you suffering from FOMO because you're not at the 2023 ADGA Convention? Join us for a "pop up" Goat Gab recording, with some returning guests and also some new friends! We chat about what has been going on, along with some highlights about the upcoming Spotlight Sale.
Are You Covered? Discussing Farm Insurance with Travis Cockburn
October 11, 2023 09:00 - 50 minutes - 34.6 MBNo one ever wants to think about the "liability" of raising livestock....but it's important to plan for the unexpected. Whether you are hit with a tornado, earthquake, barn fire, or unexpected injury, what kind of coverage should you have to protect your farm? Travis Cockburn joins Laura and Cameron this week to discuss this important aspect of livestock farming.
Deciphering Production with Ben Rupchis
September 27, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 61.4 MBOn this 123rd episode of Goat Gab, we are thrilled to have Ben Rupchis back to talk about a fascinating topic--breeding for production. Ben's passion for using production data shines in this capitvating interview that will help you understand the "alphabet soup" of PTI, PTA and other important numbers.
Mechanics of Breeding Season
September 14, 2023 18:00 - 1 hour - 47.7 MBOn our 122nd Episode of Goat Gab, Cameron and Laura continue discussing breeding season, with a focus on when and who to breed... with a little off the rails discussion about shows.
Making a List, Checking It Twice
August 24, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 51.7 MBIt's that time of year.....breeding time! This week Cameron and Laura discuss making a breeding list and some things to consider when contemplating your breeding program.
Just Gabbing, Summer 2023 Edition
August 09, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 50.2 MBCatching up with Cameron and Laura, and "gabbing" about some various topics concerning shows, buying and selling semen, and whatnot.
Three Stories of the 2023 ADGA National Show
July 26, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 46.4 MBThis week, Laura and Cameron get to chat with guests who tell their own stories of the 2023 ADGA National Show--Jen Funk and Jason Peckham, Alicia and Melanie Bohren, and Amanda Hanson. Join us to learn about their unique experiences of attending the national show in Redmond, Oregon.
What's Trending in Nigerian Dwarfs?
July 06, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour - 42.7 MBThe smallest breed of dairy goats has certainly made lots of progress since its acceptance into ADGA.....and this week we are joined by Cade and Travis Cockburn of Cade's Lil Farm to discuss the current trends seen in the Nigerian breed.
Crooked Wall Farms
June 21, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 41.9 MBOn this week's episode of Goat Gab, we welcome Erika and Bill Pierce to visit about their outstanding herd of Nigerian Dwarf dairy goats, and how they use their milk to provide food for their community.
Ask a Judge with Julie Matthys
June 08, 2023 18:00 - 1 hour - 53.2 MBOur episode is worth the wait this week.....we asked the question on the Goat Gab Facebook page "What would you like to ask a judge, if you could?" This week we welcome Julie Matthys to join Cameron and Laura to talk about things that new and not-so-new exhibitors might like to know.
I Hate Goats! (Not Really, but.....)
May 24, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 44.9 MBGot your attention! No, Cameron and Laura really DON'T hate goats, but sometimes they just make you crazy. This episode talks about the "not all rainbows and unicorns" parts of owning dairy goats......and then also why it's worth it.
Exhibitor-Friendly Shows
May 10, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 55.1 MBIt's show season--and of course if you are putting on a show, you want to host one that everyone talks about--in a good way! On this week's episode of Goat Gab, Laura and Cameron talk about things to consider to make YOUR show one that everyone puts on their calendars as a "never miss" event!
Master Marketing
April 26, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 45.3 MBAre you marketing your herd, or just advertising? On this episode of Goat Gab, Cameron and Laura discuss the 4 P's of marketing and how this can help drive relationships with your audience.
Rookie Mistakes
April 19, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 44 MBLaura and Cameron visit this week on rookie mistakes the two see from breeders across the nation! Don't forget to check out the website: https://goatgabpodcast.weebly.com/
Walking the Line With Dr. Kirt Schnipke
April 13, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 44.9 MBThis week Laura and Cameron sit down with Dr. Kirt Schnipke as we discuss linebreeding! We visit all things on not only how to line breed, but how to do it well.
Terrific Toggenburgs with Anna Thompson-Hajdik and Dr. Joan Dean Rowe
April 05, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 50.2 MBIf you are a Toggenburg enthusiast, or if you just want to learn more about this oldest breed of dairy goats, you'll love this episode. Join Cameron and Laura as they welcome special guests Anna Thompson-Hajdik and Dr. Joan Dean Rowe to discuss the beauty and history of the Toggenburg breed.
Spring Potpourri--A Bit of This and That
March 22, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 45.9 MBIt's spring, the season of rapid growth and new things. This week Cameron and Laura spend some time with "rapid fire" topics and some ADGA news.
Catching Up With Nathan Miller
March 15, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 44.9 MBThis episode we visit with Nathan Miller of Circle M Farms LA, LLC Southern Maids Dairy (http://www.circlemfarmsla.com) as we talk about his rapid growth in the last few months. Laura and Cameron focus on visiting about the business side and how Nathan incorporates his products into all of his avenues of distribution of his products.
Oh Those Kids! Challenges in Kid Raising
March 08, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 46.8 MBContinuing on our discussions of raising kids, Cameron and Laura are joined by Katherine Taylor, DVM, to discuss kid raising challenges such as coccidia, premature kids, floppy kid syndrome, and other bumps in the road that can arise while raising kids.
Growing The Next Generation--Basics of Raising Kids
March 01, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 49.2 MBOn this week's episode of Goat Gab, Cameron and Laura discuss the early days of raising kids, including colostrum, feeding milk, and other topics of the early weeks.
Building Your Goat Team
February 22, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 52.5 MBLaura and Cameron are back with a different format! We snake draft members of our dairy goat team to build the best team for our Dairy Goat herd.
Breed Clubs with Karen Goodchild
February 13, 2023 02:00 - 1 hour - 43.4 MBHow can you have a voice in the future of your own favorite breed or breeds? By becoming active in your Breed Clubs! This week, Cameron and Laura meet with Karen Goodchild to discuss the importance of being active in your breed-dedicated club.
Milk Test 101 With Priya Tuvell
February 01, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 44.2 MBLaura is on vacation this week so Cameron brings on another Warren to help him interview Priya Tuvell of Cascade Valley Heritage Farm (https://www.cascadevalleyheritagefarm.com). Priya is an expert in milk testing and a friendly face in the online communities of the DHIR world for dairy goats. We visit with Priya and discuss all things milk test and beyond!
Kidding Pre-Game Preparations with Jackson Noble
January 25, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 56 MBIt's that time of year again.....when kids start arriving! Each year we have done a "pre-kidding" episode and this year, we are thrilled to have Jackson Noble as our guest!
Sharing the Knowledge with Margaret Chamas
January 18, 2023 11:00 - 50 minutes - 35 MBOn this week's episode of Goat Gab, Laura flies solo with special guest Margaret Chamas, as they explore another way that dairy goat breeders can "give back" to others--by teaching classes about dairy goats.
Half the Herd with Craig Koopmann
January 11, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 46.3 MBFor our 100th episode, Goat Gab is happy to welcome back one of our favorite guests, Craig Koopmann of Pleasant-Grove Dairy Goats. In addition to managing a commercial dairy, Craig artfully breeds nationally-competitive Saanen and French Alpine (and a few Recorded Grade) dairy goats that are making an impact across the country. This episode focuses on buck selection, proving and management.
The Circuit
January 06, 2023 12:00 - 40 minutes - 27.5 MBJoin us for a SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT this week--The Circuit: A dairy goat showmanship contest powered by Goat Gab.
Merry Christmas 2022
December 24, 2022 13:00 - 5 minutes - 3.73 MBA special Christmas episode for our listeners.....from the Jodlowskis and the Warrens. (Credit to the Goat Lady at Goat-Link.com)
Fit Like a Boss
December 19, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 50.7 MBOn this episode of Goat Gab, Cameron and Laura (joined by Elizabeth and Caroline Warren) discuss what it takes to "fit your goat like a boss."
Forging a Good Relationship with your Veterinarian
December 07, 2022 15:00 - 54 minutes - 37.2 MBFor this 96th episode of Goat Gab, Laura and Cameron are joined by Dr. Yalonda Burton, of the Patterson Animal Hospital in Stillwell, OK. We are continuing with our series on working with your veterinarian, with a focus on the Veterinary Client Patient Relationship.
Antimicrobial Stewardship with Dr. Fauna Smith
November 30, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 42.9 MBThe winds of change are heading our way, when it comes to the availability of over-the-counter antibiotics for the dairy goat industry. We are pleased to have Dr. Fauna Smith join us this week to discuss the reasons behind this big change and what this means for the dairy goat industry.
Fall Potpourri
November 16, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 53.8 MBPumpkin spice, cinnamon and everything nice? Well, it IS fall.....this week on Goat Gab, Cameron and Laura discuss some fall tasks that you may want to consider as we head into the cold dark months of winter.
The Oberhasli Breed with Brandi Giachino and Nate Funk
November 09, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 65.7 MBOn this 93rd episode of Goat Gab, Cameron and Laura start their series of diving into each of the dairy goat breeds. This week we welcome Brandi Giachino and Nate Funk to share their thoughts on Oberhasli--both a historical look and also where the breed is going.
Goat Mythbusters
November 02, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 41.8 MBLike most industries, there are myths and "old wives' tales" in the dairy goat world. On this lighthearted episode of Goat Gab, Cameron and Laura bust some myths and talk about the truths that may lie behind others.
To Breed or Not To Breed....
October 26, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 45.5 MBThe eternal question that comes up every fall--do I breed this year's kids to freshen as yearlings? On this episode of Goat Gab, Laura and Cameron are joined by "Dr. Ed" to discuss this important question.
Around the Table with Randy and Mary Adamson
October 19, 2022 22:00 - 1 hour - 55.7 MBWe are so excited to have Randy and Mary as our guests this week! Join us as we talk about extended lactations, managing a commercial herd and other delightful aspects of the Marran herd in Wisconsin.
2022 ADGA Convention Wrap-Up with Melanie Bohren
October 12, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 45.5 MBA jam-packed week in Syracuse, NY at the 2022 ADGA Convention is the topic for this week, and Cameron and Laura are joined by Melanie Bohren from Colorado to recap all of the "goings-on" from ADGA's annual meeting.
Youth at the 2022 ADGA Convention
October 05, 2022 14:00 - 23 minutes - 16 MBIt's a dairy goat youth party! Join Cameron, Laura and the amazing ADGA youth who attended the 2022 ADGA Convention Youth Program to find out their thoughts about involvement in dairy goats.
Finding Hope and Moving Forward
September 21, 2022 11:00 - 55 minutes - 38.3 MBThis episode focuses on a topic that can be hard to discuss....mental health. We are joined by Courntey Spaulding, a dairy goat breeder from Waitsfield, Vermont, who holds a Bachelor’s of Science in Animal Science from Auburn University, a Master’s of Arts in Clinical Psychology from Saint Michael’s College, and is a current Ph.D. Student in Couple and Family Therapy at Antioch University New England. She is a Pre-licensed professional, working under licensed supervision, completing hours...