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A Toast to The 13th Congressional District !

The Toast Podcast - May 17, 2024 07:00 - 58 minutes ★★★★★ - 21 ratings
We're diving into the political world of John Duarte, Congressman of California's 13th District. We'll explore his background, including his upbringing in Modesto, education at San Diego State, and MBA from the University of the Pacific. We'll discuss his transition from a successful businessman...

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The 13th Congressional District w/ John Duarte

The Toast Podcast - May 17, 2024 07:00 - 58 minutes ★★★★★ - 21 ratings
We're diving into the political world of John Duarte, Congressman of California's 13th District. We'll explore his background, including his upbringing in Modesto, education at San Diego State, and MBA from the University of the Pacific. We'll discuss his transition from a successful businessman...

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Making Crime A Crime Again

The Toast Podcast - April 19, 2024 15:00 - 55 minutes ★★★★★ - 21 ratings
A Toast to Making Crime a Crime Again. In this episode we are joined with Merced County Sheriff Vernon Warnke who dives into nearly four-decades of  dedication to the Merced community. From his early days in law enforcement to specialized roles like SWAT team member Sheriff Warnke has left an in...

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Behind the Scenes with the Creators of My Job Depends on Ag

The Toast Podcast - March 20, 2024 00:00 - 56 minutes ★★★★★ - 21 ratings
A Toast to Unity: Behind the Scenes with the Creators of My Job Depends on Ag! Join us in this episode of The Toast as we sit down with the dynamic duo behind the My Job Depends on Ag sticker - Erik and Steve.  Discover the fascinating journey of how it all began, from the inception of the stick...

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From Seed to Table with Zach Wortiska

The Toast Podcast - March 08, 2024 13:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★★ - 21 ratings
"A Toast to educating on the ag industry" In this episode, we're joined by Zach Wortiskas, an expert in the vegetable industry and agricultural social media. We explore Zach's journey, from his early influences and education at Cal Poly to his role as the California Sales Manager for Seedway Veg...

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A Toast To: Celebrating The 2024 World Ag Expo!

The Toast Podcast - February 27, 2024 08:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 21 ratings
Join us for "OG Talk" a special episode of "The Toast" as we raise our glasses to the 2024 World Ag Expo! In this exclusive episode, we're thrilled to bring you live from The Ag Center booth at this year event. Our esteemed guests include John Yergat from JFS, Russel Harris representing The Almo...

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Celebrating The 2024 World Ag Expo!

The Toast Podcast - February 27, 2024 08:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 21 ratings
Join us for "OG Talk" a special episode of "The Toast" as we raise our glasses to the 2024 World Ag Expo! In this exclusive episode, we're thrilled to bring you live from The Ag Center booth at this year event. Our esteemed guests include John Yergat from JFS, Russel Harris representing The Almo...

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A Toast To: Investing in Agriculture

The Toast Podcast - February 08, 2024 21:00 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 21 ratings
 In this episode of The Toast we're jumping into the world of agriculture investments, featuring two prominent companies, Madera Pumps and Axia Water. Your host, Sam Looper dives into the rich history of Madera Pumps and Axia Water's recent acquisition that's making waves in the private equity s...

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A Toast To: Reducing Inflation & The Cost of Living

The Toast Podcast - January 19, 2024 12:00 - 58 minutes ★★★★★ - 21 ratings
In this episode of The Toast, we explore the political journey of Michael Maher. Covering his early influences, education, and tech involvement, we dive into Maher's diverse professional experiences, from the U.S Navy to leading a jet company. Addressing critical issues like inflation and supply...

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A Toast to: The Next Generation of Cain Trucking!

The Toast Podcast - December 11, 2023 19:00 - 46 minutes ★★★★★ - 21 ratings
In this episode of The Toast Podcast, we explore the rich history of Cain Trucking, a company celebrating a remarkable 100 years in the business. Special guest Paul Barcellos shares his personal connection to Cain Trucking, its origins, and the meaning behind its distinctive red and blue colors....

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A Toast To: Westside Equipment

The Toast Podcast - November 03, 2023 15:00 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 21 ratings
In this episode, we're bringing you the perfect blend of technology and industry know-how. None other than Westside Equipment's CEO, Robert Huckaby, is here to bring you the latest updates, along with our host, Sam Looper. In this exciting segment, Robert shares his wealth of experience in agric...

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A Toast To: The Future of The Ag Center

The Toast Podcast - September 22, 2023 19:00 - 20 minutes ★★★★★ - 21 ratings
We're back and ready for Season 5! In our kickoff episode, Doug Brunner and Sam Looper discuss the upcoming transformations at The Ag Center and the preparations farmers and growers should make. Discover the newly enhanced E-commerce platform set to revolutionize the farming perspective! Navigat...

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Toast to: The world's first and only autonomous orchard sprayers -- GUSS Automation

The Toast Podcast - December 28, 2021 10:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 21 ratings
He is the COO of GUSS Automation, the company that developed the world's first and only autonomous orchard sprayers. Today we get to talk to Gary Thompson, one of the influential men behind the technology that is helping solve some of the most pressing challenges in the agriculture industry: lab...

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Toast to: Staying Grounded in Ag with Jay Mahil

The Toast Podcast - December 14, 2021 15:00 - 36 minutes ★★★★★ - 21 ratings
One of Madera's finest, Jay Mahil from Creekside Farming, comes on The Toast with our host Doug Brunner. Tune in as he talks about the importance of investing in our youth  in the agriculture industry, diversification,  the immense opportunities this country has to offer if you're willing to wor...

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Toast to: Getting your WATTS UP!

The Toast Podcast - November 03, 2021 17:00 - 40 minutes ★★★★★ - 21 ratings
One of the top up and coming entrepreneurs in the ag service industry, Kyle Espinola, unpacks what it takes to build a successful business and how he got to where he is today - running 3 powerful ag service businesses in the Central Valley. Tune in as he introduces his newest company, Watts Up S...

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Toast to: Ag Tech

The Toast Podcast - October 05, 2021 12:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 21 ratings
This week, Doug Brunner gets to welcome The Ag Center's newest affiliate Cultivated Technology Group on The Toast Podcast! Tune in as Doug Brunner and John Paul discuss how John's background in farming gave him better understanding of a farmer's needs when starting up an ag tech company.  Grab a...

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A Toast to: Entrepreneurs

The Toast Podcast - September 21, 2021 15:00 - 34 minutes ★★★★★ - 21 ratings
Welcome back to Season 4 of The Toast Podcast! If you've tuned in before, you know by now that The Ag Center is all about entrepreneurs, so much so that we dedicated a whole series to it! In this episode, Doug Brunner interviews Luis Gil, Farm Manager for Harris Family Farms. Tune in to listen f...

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A Toast to: Lorenzo Neal!

The Toast Podcast - April 20, 2021 16:00 - 45 minutes ★★★★★ - 21 ratings
Today we are talking about America's favorite sport with one of Doug Brunner's favorite NFL players, Lorenzo Neal! Tune in as this hometown hero talks about Faith, Family, and Sports to finish off Season 3 of The Toast.  Sponsors: 🛒 Shop at The Ag Center for your fertilizers and field supplies ...

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A Toast to: Lorenzo Neal!

The Toast Podcast - April 20, 2021 16:00 - 45 minutes ★★★★★ - 21 ratings
Today we are talking about America's favorite sport with one of Doug Brunner's favorite NFL players, Lorenzo Neal! Tune in as this hometown hero talks about Faith, Family, and Sports to finish off Season 3 of The Toast. 

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A Toast To: sustainibeef!

The Toast Podcast - April 06, 2021 17:00 - 47 minutes ★★★★★ - 21 ratings
The Ag Center is all about entrepreneurship, and this week we were lucky enough to host Tony Lopes, agriculture enthusiast and business owner. Tony is the founder of sustainibeef, a monthly subscription box of premium quality and locally grown beef, and Precision Genetic Solutions, genetic consu...

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A Toast To: Ag On Wheels

The Toast Podcast - March 16, 2021 17:00 - 39 minutes ★★★★★ - 21 ratings
There is definitely a place for women in the agriculture industry, and on today's episode of The Toast, Michelle Martin proved that. Michelle is a mother, wife, entrepreneur, ag enthusiast/educator, tv show host, and magazine owner. Michelle came to The Ag Center to visit and film for her tv sho...

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A Toast To: Sustainability.

The Toast Podcast - March 02, 2021 18:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 21 ratings
In order to continue to provide food for the entire world and its growing population, farmers need to become more efficient and also more sustainable. Tune in as we talk about sustainability within the agriculture industry, the issues farmer's face today, and educate listeners on the way that fa...

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A Toast To: Major Williams

The Toast Podcast - February 16, 2021 19:00 - 47 minutes ★★★★★ - 21 ratings
We’re back with a very special guest on Episode 6 of Season 3 of The Toast! The Republican candidate for the Governor of California 2022 race, Mr. Major Williams, joined The Ag Center for a full day of discussion, education, and fun! On this episode of The Toast, listeners have the opportunity t...

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A Toast To: Friendships

The Toast Podcast - February 02, 2021 18:00 - 39 minutes ★★★★★ - 21 ratings
Tune in to our latest episode of The Toast! Today we are talking with Brendan Johnson, a friend of many and a huge supporter of The Ag Center. Listen along as Doug Brunner and Brendan dive into their backgrounds and discuss the success of The Ag Center. Find out why it is a great opportunity for...

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A Toast To: Doug Brunner

The Toast Podcast - January 19, 2021 18:00 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 21 ratings
Welcome back to The Toast! We are in our 4th episode of season 3 and we are switching things up a bit! Tune in as Josh Dowell of Water and Land Solutions interviews Doug Brunner, founder of The Ag Center, as he takes us back to his initial vision for The Ag Center and how he sees it progressing ...

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A Toast To: Boots!

The Toast Podcast - January 05, 2021 18:00 - 16 minutes ★★★★★ - 21 ratings
In this episode of The Toast, we are happy to have Scott Peters, owner of Sebastian Boot Company with our founder, Doug Brunner. Scott is a local from Fresno, CA and has put a modern twist to western wear with his boots. Tune in as he explains everything from his dreams as a designer to the enti...

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A Toast To: Boots!

The Toast Podcast - January 05, 2021 18:00 - 16 minutes ★★★★★ - 21 ratings
In this episode of The Toast, we are happy to have Scott Peters, owner of Sebastian Boot Company with our founder, Doug Brunner. Scott is a local from Fresno, CA and has put a modern twist to western wear with his boots. Tune in as he explains everything from his dreams as a designer to the enti...

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A Toast To: Ag On The Field

The Toast Podcast - December 22, 2020 18:00 - 19 minutes ★★★★★ - 21 ratings
We’re back with another episode of The Toast! For our second episode of season 3, we welcome Fresno State football commit Jordan Hornbeak as he sits down with Doug Brunner to discuss the dreams and goals he has for his career in football. Jordan also takes us down memory lane by sharing his expe...

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A Toast To: Yields!

The Toast Podcast - December 03, 2020 18:00 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 21 ratings
Tune in and listen to The Toast's  FIRST episode, kicking off season 3! In this episode, we are happy to have one of our affiliates, Matt Nicoletti with Penny Newman, and their two partners from Aqua Yield. Listen as we hear about the collaborations between Penny Newman & Aqua Yield in their pro...

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A Toast To: Yields!

The Toast Podcast - December 03, 2020 18:00 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 21 ratings
Tune in and listen to The Toast's  FIRST episode, kicking off season 3! In this episode, we are happy to have one of our affiliates, Matt Nicoletti with Penny Newman, and their two partners from Aqua Yield. Listen as we hear about the collaborations between Penny Newman & Aqua Yield in their pro...

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