Goat Gab
A podcast by Goat People for Goat People! Between Laura and Cameron, the two have been raising, showing, milking, and managing goats for over 50 years. Tune in twice a month to listen to industry experts on all things dairy goats!
Episodes
149 episodes since 2020
Come to Lake Geneva--2024 ADGA Convention! with Anna Thompson-Hajdik
Do you have thoughts about attending the 2024 ADGA Convention to be held in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin? Anna Thompson-Hajdik, the local convention chair, gives you the inside scoop on what to expect and why YOU don't want to miss all of the e...
September 16, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 145
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1:00:15
The Yearling Debate w/ Jill Pritchett and Chuck Pederson
This week Laura and Cameron sit down with Jill Pritchett and Chuck Pederson of J-Haven Acres to discuss the yearling debate: dry or freshen. We visit with with the two on traits, decision making tips, stories and a whole of experience between t...
September 04, 2024
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1:07:29
The Best Laid Plans
This week Cameron and Laura talk about breeding plans, herd goals, and the importance of having these made.
August 23, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 143
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1:05:26
Rehash and Regroup
On this episode of Goat Gab, Cameron and Laura discuss their experience at the 2024 ADGA National Show--what was learned and how that impacts future goals. It's a long episode....but there is a hidden gem at the end.
July 31, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 142
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1:35:45
The ADGA Youth Events with The Experts
This week we sit down and talk about all things ADGA National Show YOUTH EVENTS not with adults, but with the people that actually do them- YOUTH! Laura and Cameron are joined by Regan Arney, Travis Arney and Bella Duong to discuss the ADGA You...
July 05, 2024
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Episode 140
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1:19:32
Small Herd on the Big Stage
Are you a small herd, and wondered why you should consider attending a National Show? On this episode of Goat Gab, Laura and Cameron visit with Megan and Jennifer Lawrence of Jen-Ma-Ka Kids, a small herd that has made a big impact on Lama...
June 26, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 139
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48:34
THE National Show Preparations Part #1
Laura and Cameron sit down to discuss what you should be doing you as prepare for the ADGA National Show for 2024
June 12, 2024
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Episode 138
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1:14:03
Show Prep 2024--the one with the Goats
On our second part focusing on show prep, we welcome special guest Erika Streeter to talk about traveling with dairy goats. Join us for. a laid back, around the tack pen discussion with laughs and fun!
May 15, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 137
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1:24:40
Show Prep 2024--The Equipment Edition
It's almost show season! On this week's episode of Goat Gab, Cameron and Laura talk about preparation of your necessary equipment.
April 24, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 136
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1:10:59
Building Your Veterinary Toolbox with Dr. Emma Kamps
Cameron and Laura welcome Dr. Emma Kamps, a veterinarian and dairy goat breeder, to discuss the importance of building your own veterinary toolbox.....what it should contain and the ONE important tool every vet will thank you to have on hand fo...
April 17, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 135
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1:30:43
Do's and Don't of Buying and Selling
Its the time of year when our barns are overflowing, kid sales are blooming, and breeders are looking to add their next new herdsire or new dam line! On this episode of Goat Gab, Laura and Cameron revisit the topic of being a good buyer o...
April 03, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 134
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1:16:24
Selections that Make You Smile with Scott Bice
We've talked for a couple years about "culling till you cry"--this year we are joined by Scott Bice from Redwood Hills/Vineyard View as we discuss the flip side of keeping your herd manageable---selecting the animals that make you smile. &...
March 13, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 133
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1:15:57
Kidding Potpourri 2024
Cameron and Laura with their annual "kidding potpourri" talking about raising kids, reproductive technology, farm news, and some laughs along the way.
February 25, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 132
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1:26:26
Kidding Season Prep with Jason Peckham
This week we come back with return guest Jason Peckham of Sublime Dairy Goats to talk about kidding season prep! Listen as Cameron, Laura and Jason unpack kidding and talk about all things from their experiences! Also, our first Q&A!!
February 08, 2024
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Episode 131
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1:39:19
Oh Those Nubians....
For this episode, we welcome back Paul Fox of Foxwood Nubians and Megan Tredway-Carter of Lakeshore Nubians, for a deep dive into the Nubian breed. We discuss yesterday, today and tomorrow, and discuss their favorite things related to the beaut...
January 31, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 130
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1:29:53
Catching up with Craig Koopmann and Pleasant-Grove
Our annual catching up episode with Mr. Craig Koopmann--where we talk about the current state of commercial dairying, what's happening in the Pleasant Grove herd of Alpines and Saanens, and how Craig gets through his "kidding marathon". &n...
January 13, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 129
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1:16:09
Hay 911--With Dr. Rocky Lemus
Its that time of year when many of us are looking at our dwindling hay piles and deciding if we have enough of "the good stuff" to make it to the first cutting of 2024. On this week's Goat Gab, we are thrilled to welcome back Dr. Rocky Le...
December 20, 2023
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Season 3
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Episode 128
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1:06:45
Catching Up and Catching Fire
We are so happy to be back after an unintended break! On our 127th episode, Cameron and Laura catch up, talk about the end of 2023 and "catch fire" talking about goals for 2024.
December 06, 2023
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Season 3
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Episode 127
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1:13:58
Take On Me!
This week, Cameron and Laura share their takes on current dairy goat topics, including the 2023 ADGA Convention and Board of Directors meeting.
November 09, 2023
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Season 3
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Episode 126
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1:06:03
LIVE from Tulsa! PopUp Goat Gab
Are you suffering from FOMO because you're not at the 2023 ADGA Convention? Join us for a "pop up" Goat Gab recording, with some returning guests and also some new friends! We chat about what has been going on, along with some highlights ...
October 21, 2023
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Season 3
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Episode 125
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41:17
Are You Covered? Discussing Farm Insurance with Travis Cockburn
No one ever wants to think about the "liability" of raising livestock....but it's important to plan for the unexpected. Whether you are hit with a tornado, earthquake, barn fire, or unexpected injury, what kind of coverage should you have...
October 11, 2023
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50:19
Deciphering Production with Ben Rupchis
On this 123rd episode of Goat Gab, we are thrilled to have Ben Rupchis back to talk about a fascinating topic--breeding for production. Ben's passion for using production data shines in this capitvating interview that will help you unders...
September 27, 2023
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Season 4
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Episode 122
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1:29:21