Why does severe weather always seem to split right at I-44, and what does that 40% rain chance actually mean? 🌪️❄️

In this episode of Beyond the Gate, Jamie sits down with Meteorologist Nicolette Zangara of the Greene County Office of Emergency Management to pull back the curtain on the wild, unpredictable science of Ozarks weather! 🎙️⚡

Nicolette shares her lifelong fascination with cloud formations, her transition from broadcast news to community emergency management, and how the Missouri Ozarks sits smack in the middle of a national weather "battle zone". She breaks down the truth behind record-setting El Niño patterns, why winter weather models are like a layer cake, and the real-world items you actually need in your vehicle before winter hits 🚗🧤. Plus, Nicolette explains why you should view every forecast through the lens of personal risk rather than chasing perfection! 🛡️🌾

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Why does severe weather always seem to split right at I-44, and what does that 40% rain chance actually mean? 🌪️❄️
In this episode of Beyond the Gate, Jamie sits down with Meteorologist Nicolette Zangara of the Greene County Office of Emergency Management to pull back the curtain on the wild, unpredictable science of Ozarks weather! 🎙️⚡
Nicolette shares her lifelong fascination with cloud formations, her transition from broadcast news to community emergency management, and how the Missouri Ozarks sits smack in the middle of a national weather "battle zone". She breaks down the truth behind record-setting El Ni&ntilde;o patterns, why winter weather models are like a layer cake, and the real-world items you actually need in your vehicle before winter hits 🚗🧤. Plus, Nicolette explains why you should view every forecast through the lens of personal risk rather than chasing perfection! 🛡️🌾
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Nicolette Zangara: Ozarks Weather, El Niño, and Winter Hazards

What goes into improving cattle genetics one generation at a time? 🧬🐂In this episode of Beyond the Gate, Jamie sits down with Steven Rogers, owner of Show-Me Genetics in Strafford, Missouri! 🎙️🌾

Steven shares his journey from high school ag educator and Missouri FFA state staff member to purchasing a commercial bull stud after a routine trip to the vet’s office. He breaks down the high-stakes science of bull fertility, cryogenic freezing at negative 320 degrees, and how tools like artificial insemination, timed synchronization, and sexed semen can help both seedstock and commercial cattlemen build more profitable, consistent herds ❄️🧪.

Plus, Steven shares practical advice for first-generation ranchers and life lessons he'd give his 18-year-old self! 🤝🚜

What goes into improving cattle genetics one generation at a time? 🧬🐂In this episode of Beyond the Gate, Jamie sits down with Steven Rogers, owner of Show-Me Genetics in Strafford, Missouri! 🎙️🌾
Steven shares his journey from high school ag educator and Missouri FFA state staff member to purchasing a commercial bull stud after a routine trip to the vet&rsquo;s office. He breaks down the high-stakes science of bull fertility, cryogenic freezing at negative 320 degrees, and how tools like artificial insemination, timed synchronization, and sexed semen can help both seedstock and commercial cattlemen build more profitable, consistent herds ❄️🧪.
Plus, Steven shares practical advice for first-generation ranchers and life lessons he'd give his 18-year-old self! 🤝🚜

Show-Me Genetics: Improving Cattle Genetics One Generation at a Time

What happens when the host of Beyond the Gate is forced to sit in the guest chair? 🎙️👀

In this special role-reversal episode recorded on location at the Missouri State Fair, Jamie Johansen hands over the microphone to her husband, Kevin Johansen! 🎡🐄

Kevin digs into Jamie’s lifelong connection to the Sedalia fairgrounds—starting with riding an FFA school bus to the fair at just two years old in 1987. They share what it’s really like raising their two daughters in the show barns, balancing show mom duties with serving on the Missouri State Fair Commission, and how agriculture communication turned into storytelling for local communities and community banking. Plus, Jamie reveals what she would tell her 18-year-old self and dishes on her secret dream job outside of agriculture! 🕵️‍♀️✨

What happens when the host of Beyond the Gate is forced to sit in the guest chair? 🎙️👀
In this special role-reversal episode recorded on location at the Missouri State Fair, Jamie Johansen hands over the microphone to her husband, Kevin Johansen! 🎡🐄
Kevin digs into Jamie&rsquo;s lifelong connection to the Sedalia fairgrounds&mdash;starting with riding an FFA school bus to the fair at just two years old in 1987. They share what it&rsquo;s really like raising their two daughters in the show barns, balancing show mom duties with serving on the Missouri State Fair Commission, and how agriculture communication turned into storytelling for local communities and community banking. Plus, Jamie reveals what she would tell her 18-year-old self and dishes on her secret dream job outside of agriculture! 🕵️&zwj;♀️✨

Jamie Johansen: Inside the Life of a State Fair Show Mom and Commissioner

What really happens behind the scenes when 450+ vendors, 70+ concessionaires, and thousands of hungry fairgoers descend on Sedalia? 🌭🎡

In this episode of Beyond the Gate, Jamie sits down with Missouri State Fair Concessions and Vendor Manager Steven Sims to pull back the curtain on the chaotic, high-stakes world of fair planning! 🎟️✨

Steve shares the reality of curating iconic fair foods (including a live taste test of Dubai chocolate-covered strawberries on "Snackin' with Steve"!), handling late-night emergencies like runaway raccoons and rogue pop-up stands, and why 65 vendors have returned every single year since 1995 🍓🤯. Plus, Steve gets personal about burning out, discovering his "Leadership on a Stick" philosophy, finding true purpose under pressure, and falling in love right on the fairgrounds! 💍❤️

What really happens behind the scenes when 450+ vendors, 70+ concessionaires, and thousands of hungry fairgoers descend on Sedalia? 🌭🎡
In this episode of Beyond the Gate, Jamie sits down with Missouri State Fair Concessions and Vendor Manager Steven Sims to pull back the curtain on the chaotic, high-stakes world of fair planning! 🎟️✨
Steve shares the reality of curating iconic fair foods (including a live taste test of Dubai chocolate-covered strawberries on "Snackin' with Steve"!), handling late-night emergencies like runaway raccoons and rogue pop-up stands, and why 65 vendors have returned every single year since 1995 🍓🤯. Plus, Steve gets personal about burning out, discovering his "Leadership on a Stick" philosophy, finding true purpose under pressure, and falling in love right on the fairgrounds! 💍❤️

Corn Dogs, Raccoons & Dubai Chocolate: Inside the Missouri State Fair with Steven Sims

What does it take to transform 600 acres of historic fairgrounds for the next century of agriculture? 🎡🚜

In this episode of Beyond the Gate, Jamie sits down inside the brand-new Michael L. Parson Arena with engineer, lifelong cattleman, and Missouri State Fair Foundation Chairman Chad Sayre! 🎙️🐄

Chad pulls back the curtain on the multi-million dollar master plan reshaping the Sedalia fairgrounds—from replacing 22-year-old barn sand to expanding across 600 acres, relocating Clarendon Road, and building a massive 600-site campground! He also shares why community feedback from all 114 Missouri counties is shaping the future, and why the state fair remains the ultimate "front porch" of Missouri agriculture.

What does it take to transform 600 acres of historic fairgrounds for the next century of agriculture? 🎡🚜
In this episode of&nbsp;Beyond the Gate, Jamie sits down inside the brand-new Michael L. Parson Arena with engineer, lifelong cattleman, and Missouri State Fair Foundation Chairman Chad Sayre! 🎙️🐄
Chad pulls back the curtain on the multi-million dollar master plan reshaping the Sedalia fairgrounds&mdash;from replacing 22-year-old barn sand to expanding across 600 acres, relocating Clarendon Road, and building a massive 600-site campground! He also shares why community feedback from all 114 Missouri counties is shaping the future, and why the state fair remains the ultimate "front porch" of Missouri agriculture.

Preserving 125+ Years: The Future of the Missouri State Fair

How did a 12-page catalog printed by a 17-year-old launch a global movement to save rare seeds?


In this episode of Beyond the Gate, Jamie sits down with Michelle and Andrew from Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company in Mansfield, Missouri. They take us inside one of the most biodiverse farms in the Midwest to explore how founder Jere Gettle built a seed empire, why Y2K supercharged the heirloom movement, and what it takes to trial 1,300+ rare plant varieties. Plus, get practical, stress-free advice on soil health, seed saving, and picking the right crops for your garden!

How did a 12-page catalog printed by a 17-year-old launch a global movement to save rare seeds?
 In this episode of Beyond the Gate, Jamie sits down with Michelle and Andrew from Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company in Mansfield, Missouri. They take us inside one of the most biodiverse farms in the Midwest to explore how founder Jere Gettle built a seed empire, why Y2K supercharged the heirloom movement, and what it takes to trial 1,300+ rare plant varieties. Plus, get practical, stress-free advice on soil health, seed saving, and picking the right crops for your garden!

Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company: How a 17-Year-Old Started a Global Gardening Movement

How do you bridge the gap between 42 million consumers and the 3,600 dairy farm families who feed them? 🐄🥛

In this episode of Beyond the Gate, Jamie sits down with Stacy Dohle, a dairy advocate who literally wears two hats: one in corporate communications for Midwest Dairy and one in the barn at Ol' Rock Barn Creamery.

Stacy breaks down how the dairy industry has transformed over her 26-year career, the inner workings of the dairy checkoff, and why consumer trust relies on authentic storytelling. She also shares the terrifying yet rewarding leap her family took to diversify their farm by bottling their own cream line and A2 Jersey milk right near Pleasant Hope, Missouri. 

Plus, Stacy busts common consumer myths around raw milk, antibiotics, and homogenized milk, and gives a behind-the-scenes look at running the fan-favorite Gerken Dairy Center at the Missouri State Fair! 🎡

How do you bridge the gap between 42 million consumers and the 3,600 dairy farm families who feed them? 🐄🥛
In this episode of Beyond the Gate, Jamie sits down with Stacy Dohle, a dairy advocate who literally wears two hats: one in corporate communications for Midwest Dairy and one in the barn at Ol' Rock Barn Creamery.
Stacy breaks down how the dairy industry has transformed over her 26-year career, the inner workings of the dairy checkoff, and why consumer trust relies on authentic storytelling. She also shares the terrifying yet rewarding leap her family took to diversify their farm by bottling their own cream line and A2 Jersey milk right near Pleasant Hope, Missouri.&nbsp;
Plus, Stacy busts common consumer myths around raw milk, antibiotics, and homogenized milk, and gives a behind-the-scenes look at running the fan-favorite Gerken Dairy Center at the Missouri State Fair! 🎡

Stacy Dohle: The Truth About Raw Milk, Antibiotics, and Dairy Myths

What does it actually take to lead 30,000 members across the state? In this episode of Beyond the Gate, Jamie sits down with newly elected Missouri State FFA President Ellie Samek. Ellie opens up about her roots on a Southwest Missouri dairy farm, but this isn't your average farm-kid story. 🐄

She pulls back the curtain on the grueling, multi-day state officer selection process and shares a wild, unexpected side project: partnering with a local zoo to build a national blueprint for raptor rehabilitation. From winning four consecutive state titles to a massive plot twist on the day she found out she won the presidency, Ellie shares what true leadership looks like for the next generation. 🚜

What does it actually take to lead 30,000 members across the state? In this episode of Beyond the Gate, Jamie sits down with newly elected Missouri State FFA President Ellie Samek. Ellie opens up about her roots on a Southwest Missouri dairy farm, but this isn't your average farm-kid story. 🐄
She pulls back the curtain on the grueling, multi-day state officer selection process and shares a wild, unexpected side project: partnering with a local zoo to build a national blueprint for raptor rehabilitation. From winning four consecutive state titles to a massive plot twist on the day she found out she won the presidency, Ellie shares what true leadership looks like for the next generation. 🚜

Ellie Samek: The High-Stakes Journey Behind the Blue Jacket

What happens when you combine $1,000, a kitchen table, and a farm garage with a massive vision? 🚜

In this episode of Beyond the Gate, Jamie sits down with Eric Schnelle of S&H Farm Supply to chart the incredible growth of a family business that started in 1969 and expanded into seven physical locations across rural Missouri. Eric shares behind-the-scenes family history—including how a member of the Ozark Mountain Daredevils penned their legendary "S&H Country" jingle over a plate of cheeseburgers—alongside the modern realities of managing a multi-location equipment dealership in 2026.

From navigating global manufacturer boards and smart tractor telematics to recruiting high school FFA students straight into hands-on trade careers, Eric breaks down why trusting your gut and valuing local relationships beats a textbook business plan every single time. 👨‍🌾🌾

What happens when you combine $1,000, a kitchen table, and a farm garage with a massive vision? 🚜
In this episode of&nbsp;Beyond the Gate, Jamie sits down with Eric Schnelle of S&amp;H Farm Supply to chart the incredible growth of a family business that started in 1969 and expanded into seven physical locations across rural Missouri. Eric shares behind-the-scenes family history&mdash;including how a member of the Ozark Mountain Daredevils penned their legendary "S&amp;H Country" jingle over a plate of cheeseburgers&mdash;alongside the modern realities of managing a multi-location equipment dealership in 2026.
From navigating global manufacturer boards and smart tractor telematics to recruiting high school FFA students straight into hands-on trade careers, Eric breaks down why trusting your gut and valuing local relationships beats a textbook business plan every single time. 👨&zwj;🌾🌾

Eric Schnelle: The S&H Farm Supply Legacy

What happens when the heavy loads we carry move past everyday stress into a silent crisis? In this essential episode of Beyond the Gate, Jamie sits down with Laclede County native and nationally recognized psychologist Dr. Jeff Brown to discuss mental health in rural America.

With the agricultural community facing a suicide rate four times the national average, Dr. Brown breaks down the dangerous mix of physical isolation, overestimating worst-case scenarios, and the stigma that views asking for help as a weakness. He offers practical strategies on how to spot when a loved one is just "feeling off," how to leverage anonymous resources like 988, and why teletherapy is a game-changer for modern farmers. From raising resilient kids to managing the stress of farm succession, this candid conversation provides a roadmap for protecting your most valuable asset—your mind.

What happens when the heavy loads we carry move past everyday stress into a silent crisis?&nbsp;In this essential episode of Beyond the Gate, Jamie sits down with Laclede County native and nationally recognized psychologist Dr. Jeff Brown to discuss mental health in rural America.
With the agricultural community facing a suicide rate four times the national average, Dr. Brown breaks down the dangerous mix of physical isolation, overestimating worst-case scenarios, and the stigma that views asking for help as a weakness. He offers practical strategies on how to spot when a loved one is just "feeling off," how to leverage anonymous resources like 988, and why teletherapy is a game-changer for modern farmers. From raising resilient kids to managing the stress of farm succession, this candid conversation provides a roadmap for protecting your most valuable asset&mdash;your mind.

Dr. Jeff Brown: Breaking the Stigma of Mental Health in Rural America

Join host Jamie Johansen for Beyond The Gate, a podcast sharing the grit, growth, and spirit of rural life. From fields to front porches, this is where the heart of agriculture comes alive as we celebrate the people, challenges, and triumphs that define rural life.

Whether you’re in the tractor, at the kitchen table, or on the road, we’re bringing the heart of agriculture straight to you. The gate’s open… are you ready to step through?

Join host Jamie Johansen for&nbsp;Beyond The Gate, a podcast sharing the grit, growth, and spirit of rural life. From fields to front porches, this is where the heart of agriculture comes alive as we celebrate the people, challenges, and triumphs that define rural life.
Whether you&rsquo;re in the tractor, at the kitchen table, or on the road, we&rsquo;re bringing the heart of agriculture straight to you. The gate&rsquo;s open&hellip; are you ready to step through?

Beyond The Gate

Join host Jamie Johansen for Beyond The Gate, a podcast sharing the grit, growth, and spirit of rural life. From fields to front porches, this is where the heart of agriculture comes alive as we celebrate the people, challenges, and triumphs that define rural life.

Whether you’re in the tractor, at the kitchen table, or on the road, we’re bringing the heart of agriculture straight to you. The gate’s open… are you ready to step through?

Episodes drop every other Wednesday, starting TOMORROW, on YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts.

Join host Jamie Johansen for Beyond The Gate, a podcast sharing the grit, growth, and spirit of rural life. From fields to front porches, this is where the heart of agriculture comes alive as we celebrate the people, challenges, and triumphs that define rural life.
Whether you&rsquo;re in the tractor, at the kitchen table, or on the road, we&rsquo;re bringing the heart of agriculture straight to you. The gate&rsquo;s open&hellip; are you ready to step through?
Episodes drop every other Wednesday, starting TOMORROW, on YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts.

Beyond The Gate

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