Advancing the Legacy
Advancing the Legacy highlights generational succession planning in the Beef Industry. We tell families' stories about navigating successes, troubles, and humor around passing the baton from one generation to the next.
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Episodes
40 episodes
Robert and Shari Kurtz: Family Beyond the Fences
Robert and Shari Kurtz: Family Beyond the FencesIn this episode, we sit down with Robert and Shari Kurtz, lifelong farmers from east-central Kansas, to talk about what it means to steward both land and legacy. Shari, the only sibl...
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Episode 39
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46:13
Dan McCarty: Where the Dream Meets the Dirt
In this episode, we hear from Dan McCarty, a fourth-generation Coloradan with deep roots in the cattle industry. Dan shares stories about his family's history in agriculture, going all the way back to his great-grandfather, a medical doctor who...
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Episode 38
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39:39
Mark Roeber: 135 Years of Legacy
Today we head to Paonia, Colorado, to sit down with Mark Roeber. He operates Mt Lamborn LLC and Mt Lamborn Triple LLP. This multi-generational operation’s story begins in 1889, when the first generation purchased the property from the ...
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Episode 37
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49:06
Tim Canterbury: Public Lands, Private Values
We are replaying one of our favorites! Today, I’m joined by Tim Canterbury, a longtime family friend and true cattleman. My kids know him as “Uncle Tim.” He’s played Barbie dolls and many rounds of checkers ...
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Episode 36
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1:02:32
Bill Gray: A Legacy Gets His Wings
Today we're replaying an episode I recorded about a month ago with someone very special to Terry and me, Bill Gray of Gray Ranches in Ordway, Colorado. When I first came into the CCA world, I honestly thought Bill was the associatio...
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Episode 35
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29:14
Rachel Gabel: The Unknown Plan
My guest today is my friend Rachel Gabel, writer, ag advocate, and host of the Pro Ag podcast. She’s known for her work in The Fence Post, the Denver Gazette, and the Colorado Springs Gazette. Rachel knew Terry and leaned on him for his stea...
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Episode 34
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45:37
Aidan Datteri: Raising Leaders
Aiden Datteri shares his journey as a young agriculturalist, discussing his experiences with livestock, particularly rabbits, goats, and cattle. He reflects on his involvement with FFA, the importance of succession planning in agriculture, a...
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Episode 33
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47:40
Robert Farnam: How Leaving Home Created a Legacy
In this engaging conversation, Robert Farnam shares his journey from a ranch in California to becoming a successful business owner in the cattle supply industry. He discusses the importance of mentorship, the challenges of running a business...
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Episode 32
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1:17:24
CCA: Leadership in Action with Erin Spaur
I’m joined again by Erin Spaur, Executive Vice President of the Colorado Cattlemen’s Association. She addresses previous guest issues. The rising cost of production — which often means ranchers need a second job — and the importance of under...
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Episode 31
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33:39
Lisa Fuller: The Strength to Keep It Rolling
Lisa's journey began in Western Kansas, where she grew up on a large farm. The hay business in Emporia faces unique climate challenges, impacting yield. Multi-generational ranching is a significant aspect of Lisa's family history. Gary's...
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Episode 30
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52:01
Bill Gray: A Legacy in Motion
In this conversation, Bill Gray shares his extensive experience in ranching, spanning over 53 years, and discusses the importance of family heritage in succession planning. He reflects on the challenges of transitioning the ranch to the next...
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Episode 29
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28:38
Terry Fankhauser: Legacy on the Line
We are replaying Terry's episode for his birthday this week! Join us as we discuss: Terry’s family's long history in ranching and the importance of passing down practical skills and r...
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Episode 28
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52:02
Steve Wooten: Defending the Land
Steve Wooten is a rancher, conservation leader, and past president of the Colorado Cattlemen’s Association. Steve’s family has stewarded Beatty Canyon Ranch in southeastern Colorado for nearly a century, and his leadership has stretched ...
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Episode 27
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59:36
Todd Inglee: Branding a Legacy
Today we’re joined by Todd Inglee, the Brand Commissioner for the State of Colorado. Todd has been a great friend to Terry and someone who’s spent years working with Colorado’s beef community. I’m excited to catch up with him and hear about ...
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Episode 26
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50:15
Willie Altenburg: A Legacy, Reimagined
Willie Altenburg shares his journey from growing up on a dairy farm in Wisconsin to building a successful cattle business in Colorado. He discusses the challenges and rewards of ranching, the importance of family and community, and his e...
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Episode 25
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46:07
Don Ament: Still Standing for Agriculture
In this conversation, Don Ament shares his extensive journey through agriculture and politics, emphasizing the importance of community involvement and the need for the next generation to engage in public policy. He discusses his family's leg...
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Episode 24
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56:18
T. Wright Dickinson: Early Lessons, Lasting Leadership
In this conversation, T. Wright Dickinson shares his journey in ranching, detailing the unique challenges and rewards of operating in a remote area of Colorado. He discusses the historical context of ranching in his family, the importance of...
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Episode 23
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1:03:41
Matt Perrier: Practically Legacy
Matt Perrier is a rancher from Eureka, Kansas, where he helps lead his family’s Dalebanks Angus Ranch. His roots in the beef industry run deep. He and Terry were both in county 4H together. Today, along with ranching, Matt ...
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Episode 22
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1:03:34
Preston Beeman: Legacy in Progress
In this conversation, Preston Beeman shares his journey in ranching, detailing his family's legacy and the evolution of their cattle operation. He discusses the importance of custom cattle buying, the challenges of modern ranching, and the s...
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Episode 21
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34:22
Ross T. Hendrickson: Legacy Lives in Transparency
Ross T. Hendrickson shares his journey from a political career to managing the Hendrickson Cattle Company, emphasizing the importance of family legacy, community involvement, and the challenges faced in the cattle industry. He discusses the ...
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Episode 20
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57:37
Jo Stanko: Ranching at the Edge of Change
Joe Stanko has been involved in Colorado agriculture since 1974.Her family has a generational ranching legacy dating back to 1907.Conservation easements are a strategic decision for ranch sustainability.Urban growth poses s...
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Episode 19
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1:00:03
Lance Woodbury: Pass the Torch. Keep the Family. Protect the Ranch.
In this conversation, family business consultant Lance Woodbury discusses the complexities of succession planning in family-owned agricultural businesses. He emphasizes the importance of maintaining family relationships alongside asset transfer...
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Episode 18
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38:02
Cody Wright: Passion for Teaching Animal Science
In this conversation, Cody Wright, a professor of animal science at South Dakota State University, shares his journey from growing up in South Dakota to becoming an educator. He discusses the diverse agricultural landscape of South Dakota, the ...
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Episode 17
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56:22
CCA: Big Beautiful Bill Update with Erin Spaur
Erin Spaur, EVP from Colorado Cattlemen’s Association, is back with us to unpack the latest updates tied to Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill.” She walks us through some key changes that matter to producers—including updates to estate and deat...
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Episode 16
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