Patio Ponderings
Exploring the Expected and the Obscure in Agriculture
From a lifetime in agriculture to deep dives into leadership, rural life, and the evolving food system, Patio Pondering is a podcast where thoughtful conversations meet the open air. Hosted by [Your Name], a seasoned Swine Nutritionist, agricultural thinker, and storyteller, this podcast explores the connections between our agricultural roots and the broader world.
What started as daily reflections—scribbled with a morning coffee in hand—has grown into a podcast that uncovers the insights, challenges, and sometimes-forgotten history of the industry that feeds us all. Whether solo pondering or engaging in candid discussions with guests, this show digs into everything from livestock production to food trends, rural business shifts, and the personal stories that shape agricultural life.
Now available in both audio and video formats, Patio Pondering brings these discussions to life on YouTube and podcast platforms alike. Whether you prefer to listen on the go or watch the conversation unfold, you’ll find fresh perspectives, candid storytelling, and the kind of conversations that make you think twice.
Subscribe and join the conversation—because agriculture is more than just dirt and livestock. It’s a story worth telling.
Patio Ponderings
Episode 30: Malachi Malcolm - Overcoming Mental Health Challenges and Celbrating Others
In this episode of Patio Pondering, we sit down with Malachi Malcolm, a passionate outdoorsman, mental health advocate, and creative entrepreneur from Laotto, Indiana. Malachi shares his personal journey through mental health struggles and highlights the importance of seeking help, supporting others, and breaking the stigma around teen suicide awareness.
We also discuss his deep connection to the outdoors through deer hunting and turkey hunting, along with his growing photography and videography business, MSM Studios. Malachi’s story is a powerful reminder that no one has to face struggles alone—and that finding healthy outlets, like nature and creativity, can make a difference.
If you or someone you know is struggling, help is available. You are not alone.
🔍 Topics Covered:
✔ Malachi’s journey with mental health awareness and teen suicide prevention
✔ How hunting and time outdoors support mental wellness
✔ Turning a passion for photography and videography into a business with MSM Studios
✔ The importance of asking for help and celebrating others' success
🎯 Perfect for listeners who are:
✅ Interested in mental health awareness & suicide prevention
✅ Passionate about hunting, the outdoors, and conservation
✅ Aspiring photographers, videographers, or entrepreneurs
📸 Follow Malachi & MSM Studios:
👉 Malachi’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/malachismalcolm/
👉 MSM Studios: https://www.instagram.com/msm.studios1/