The Baker & The Farmer
Join Daniel (the baker, Seasons' Yield Farm & Bakery) and Buddy (the farmer, Big Spring Farm) as they share their own entrepreneurial stories of their place-based businesses and listen in as they sit down with other brick and mortar business owners as they share their own stories.
Episodes
66 episodes
Episode 63 - Simplifying Farming: The Babylon Micro-Farms Story
In this episode of The Baker and The Farmer Podcast, we sit down with Graham Smith, CTO and co-founder of Babylon Micro-Farms — a startup born at the University of Virginia that’s making it easier th...
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Episode 62 - Houff Corporation: Neil Houff’s Journey in Agriculture & Business
In this episode, Daniel and Buddy sit down with Neil Houff, president of Houff Corporation, to hear his incredible journey from a passion for farming to leading a thriving business in the trucking and fertilizer industry. Neil shares how he got...
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Episode 61 - Words to Live By: Some of our Favorite Quotes
In this episode, Daniel and Buddy dive into some of the most impactful quotes they’ve encountered and how these words have shaped their perspectives on life, business, and leadership. From wisdom on resilience and hard work to insights on faith...
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Episode 60 - Spring Update: New Ventures, Family Business & The Power of Gratitude
As spring rolls in, Daniel and Buddy sit down to share what’s on the horizon for each of them. Buddy talks about raising more of their own food on the farm and how he’s encouraging his kids to start their own businesses. Daniel shares some exci...
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Episode 59 - From Architecture to Authentic Texas BBQ: The ZZQ Story
In this episode, Daniel and Buddy sit down with Chris and Orange, the dynamic duo behind ZZQ Texas Craft BBQ and Eazzy Burger in Richmond, VA. Chris, a...
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Episode 58 - (Part 2) Joel Salatin on Hard Work, Frugality, the Future of Farming and His Advice to the Next Generation of Farmers
Conversation with Joel Salatin PART 1In this second conversation with the legendary Joel Salatin of Polyface Farms, Buddy and Dani...
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Episode 57 - (Part 1) The "Lunatic Farmer" Speaks: Joel Salatin on Food & Freedom
In this episode, Daniel and Buddy sit down with the one and only Joel Salatin, the self-proclaimed Lunatic Farmer of Polyface Farms. Fresh off attending the Make America Healthy...
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Episode 56 - From Living in the Basement to Early Financial Freedom with Chris Miller of Miller Tree Experts
In this episode, Buddy and Daniel sit down with Chris Miller, owner of Miller Tree Experts, to hear his incredible story of perseverance and grit. Growing up in a large family, Chris lear...
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Episode 55 - Alex Griffith's Real Estate Development Journey From California Dreams Back to His Richmond Roots
In this episode, Buddy and Daniel sit down with Alex Griffith of Two Creeks Development. Alex shares his inspiring journey from working construction jobs in college to moving to California and partnerin...
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Episode 54 - 2024 Recap: What Worked, What Didn't, and Our Plans for 2025
Listen in as Daniel and Buddy take a moment to reflect on their business journeys in 2024. In this episode, they share their biggest wins, including unexpected successes and growth moments that shaped their year. They also discuss the tough les...
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Episode 53 - Smoke In Chimneys (Part II): Ty Walker Shares A Deeper Dive into Life, Business, and Sustainability
In this second episode with Ty Walker, owner of Smoke In Chimneys, Daniel and Buddy explore Ty's holistic philosophy on life and bus...
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Episode 52 - Smoke In Chimneys (Part I): Trout Farmer Ty Walker’s Return to His Roots and His Passion to Succeed
In this episode, Daniel and Buddy sit down with Ty Walker, owner of Smoke In Chimneys, a trout farm nestled in the mountains of Virginia. Ty shares the fascinating twists and turns of his story—from...
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Episode 51 - We Took a Break: Life Updates, Fall Fest Recap, and Planning Our Next Physical Challenge
In this episode, Daniel and Buddy sit down to catch up on recent life events. From navigating an unexpected family emergency to sharing the latest updates on Seasons' Yield's much-anticipated Fall Fest, they give an inside look at what they've ...
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Episode 50 - Back to the Land: Steve Hart’s Vision for Family, Farming, and Building Community
In this episode, Daniel and Buddy sit down with Steve and Christina Hart, Buddy’s neighbors and fellow farmers, to explore Steve’s inspiring journey from a career in the U.S. Army to fulfilling his lifelong dream of living on a family farm. Ste...
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Episode 49 - A New Vision for Seasons' Yield Cafe and Insights from Tatte Bakery
In this episode, Daniel and Buddy share exciting updates on their businesses. Daniel unveils the new vision he and Fawn have for Seasons' Yield Cafe, highlighting fresh ideas for the future of the café. He also reflects on a recent, inspiring m...
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Episode 48 - The World's Largest Place-Based Business: Walmart and What We Can Learn From Founder, Sam Walton
In this episode, Daniel and Buddy look at the life and legacy of Sam Walton, the visionary founder of Walmart. Drawing from his business philosophies, they discuss key principles that guided Walton’s journey from a single store in Arkansas to a...
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Episode 47 - Brick-and-Mortar in a Digital World: The Story of Walkabout Outfitter
In this episode, we sit down with Tina & Kirk Miller, owners of Walkabout Outfitter, a thriving outdoor supplies store with six locations across Virginia. They share their journey from bootst...
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Episode 46 - Cold Plunge & Community
In this episode, Daniel and Buddy share stories from their recent guys' trip with the founder of Ice Barrel. Tune in to hear about their icy adventures, the conversations that sparked new perspectives, and th...
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Episode 45 - A Year of Growth: Ben Beichler (Creambrook Farm) on Navigating Growth and Challenges in the Raw Milk Industry
In this episode, Buddy and Daniel sit down with Ben Beichler of Creambrook Farm, home to the world's largest raw milk dairy herd share. Almost a year has passed since Ben last joined the podcast, and he shares the significant developments and g...
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Episode 44 - What Drives Your Business?: A Recap of Our Trip To Virginia Beach
In this episode, Buddy and Daniel sit down to reflect on their recent trip to Virginia Beach, where they had the chance to interview a diverse range of entrepreneurs. They dive into the highlights of their conversations, sharing the key insight...
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Episode 43 - From Wedding Photographers to Residential Redevelopers : Troy & Aimee Grover Share Their Entrepreneurial Journey
Join us in this inspiring episode as we sit down with Troy and Aimee Grover, a dynamic duo who started their entrepreneurial journey as wedding photographers. Listen as they share how their passion for capturing beautiful moments evolved into l...
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Episode 42 - Financial Peace with Leland Gross, Founder of Peacelink Financial Planning: Comprehensive Financial Care for Entrepreneurs
In this episode, we sit down with Leland Gross, the inspiring founder of Peacelink Financial Planning. Leland shares his incredible journey of starting Peacelink during one of the most stressful period...
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Episode 41 - Gospel-Centered Business with John & Steve Bishard of Bishard Homes
Join us as we talk with Steve and John Bishard of Bishard Homes in Virginia Beach. They share their journey from humble beginnings to becoming a prominent name in the home-building industry. In this po...
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Episode 40 - Entrepreneurial Wisdom: Hunter Hanger on Business, Conflict, and Motivation
In today's episode, we dive deep into the entrepreneurial journey of Hunter Hanger, founder of Hanger Law in Virginia Beach. Join us as we explore the ins and outs of starting multiple businesses, the dynamics of doing business with friends, ef...
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Episode 39 - Community Builders: John Powers of Powers & Rawls Realtors Shares the Power of Community in Business and Personal Life
Join us in this episode as we delve into the inspiring journey of John Powers (Buddy’s younger brother) of Powers & Rawls, Realtors in Virginia Beach. Discover how John and his team took over the family real estate business, emphasizing the...
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