DRG Media Group Beyond the Mic podcasts

Agriculture In-depth-- Focus on Agritourism during National Travel and Tourism Week (Episode 55)

Interest in agritourism experiences continues to increase, especially in rural states like South Dakota. In this episode, Jacey Ellsworth with Travel South Dakota shares information about what tourists and travelers are asking for and how to start an agritourism opportunity on your farm or ranch.

Agriculture In-depth-- The questionable future of AM and FM radio in vehicles (Episode 54)

Automobile manufacturers have been spreading the word that they will not be including AM radios in many of the new models they’re producing. In some cases, manufacturers are also saying FM radio won’t be included either. Former National Association of Farm Broadcasting president and past NAFB Broadcaster of the Year Brian Winnekins owns WRDN radio in Durand, WI. He's been diligently following this topic and joins DRG Media Group News and Farm Director Jody Heemstra to talk about it.

Players Perspective - Episode 44 - Lincoln Kienholz

Future Ohio State quarterback Lincoln Kienholz discusses his new-found celebrity status and more with DRG Media Group Sports Director David Burrall and Brian Oakland.

Agriculture In-depth-- Xylazine use in animal agriculture (Episode 53)

The South Dakota Department of Health has issued a warning to the public and medical professionals about the threat of fentanyl mixed with xylazine. The Drug Enforcement Administration has reported that this mixture is becoming increasingly widespread and poses a significant risk to public health.

Fentanyl is a potent synthetic opioid that is often mixed with other drugs to increase their effects. Xylazine is a sedative commonly used on large animals such as horses and is not intended for human consumption. The combination of these two substances can lead to respiratory depression, seizures and even death.

In this episode, South Dakota State Veterinarian Dr. Beth Thompson talks about xylazine, how its used and how it should be stored.

Agriculture In-depth-- Work zone safety and construction season (Episode 52)

As spring field work gets underway in South Dakota, construction season also starts to ramp up, so it’s not a coincidence that National Work Zone Awareness Week is held this time of year. South Dakota Department of Transportation Pierre Area Engineer Dean VanDeWiele says this year’s theme is Work Zone Safety . . . Work With Us.”

Players Perspective - Episode 43 - Lincoln Kienholz

The Pierre Governor and future Ohio State Buckeye discusses the advantages of playing well in multiple sports and his family with DRG Media Group Sports Director David Burrall and Brian Oakland.

Agriculture In-depth-- 2023 South Dakota Governor’s Ag Ambassador award (Episode 51)

The 2023 South Dakota Governor’s Ag Summit will be held in July 17-18 in Lake Area Technical College in Watertown. However, Friday, April 7, 2023, is the deadline to submit nominations for this year’s Governor’s Ag Ambassador honoree, who will be recognized at the Summit.

Players Perspective - Episode 42 - Lincoln Kienholz

Lincoln Kienholz talks about his fellow excellent athletes in his Riggs High senior class and about his future at Ohio State with DRG Media Group Sports Director David Burrall and DRG Media Group Sports' Brian Oakland.

Agriculture In-depth-- 100 years of Little International at SDSU (Episode 50)

South Dakota State University invites the public to attend the 100th SDSU Little International at the Animal Science Arena on the SDSU campus in Brookings March 31 and April 1, 2023.

The annual SDSU event is famous for its reputation as the nation’s largest two-day, student-run agricultural exposition in the country. This year’s theme is “Built on Tradition, Powered by a Vision.”

DRG Media Group News and Farm Director Jody Heemstra chatted with event Manager Cody Gifford to learn more about the significance of this year’s event.

Agriculture In-depth-- USDA Rural Development investing in meat processing in South Dakota (Episode 49)

U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development provides loans, grants and loan guarantees to help expand economic opportunities, create jobs and improve the quality of life for millions of Americans in rural areas. Under Secretary Xochitl Torres Small spent time in South Dakota seeing first hand how some of those funds are being used.