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The Beef Podcast Show

by Wisenetix

Do you want to be in the top 1% of the beef industry?-----------------------------------------------------Then learn how to improve beef production with high-impact strategies and through a modern podcast especially conceived and designed by and for the brightest minds of the global beef industry. Perfect for staying up to date with the latest research, trends and hot topics of the industry in a light and interesting way, while saving your time.

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Episodes

  1. Dr. Travis White: Building Immune Readiness Before Weaning | Ep. 204

    In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Dr. Travis White, Chief Veterinary Officer at Endovac Animal Health, explains how immune readiness can prepare calves for weaning, transportation, and other predictable stressors. He discusses preconditioning, vaccination timing, nutrition, bacterial...

  2. Dr. Argenis Rodas-Gonzalez: Remote Meat Inspection | Ep. 203

    World Food Day highlights how food moves from producers to consumers, including the processing capacity needed to keep local food systems functioning. In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Dr. Argenis Rodas González, Associate Professor at the University of Manitoba, explains how remote meat...

  3. Dr. Bob Larson: Heifer Development and Reproductive Momentum | Ep. 202

    In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Dr. Bob Larson from Kansas State University discusses heifer development and reproductive momentum in beef herds. He explains why body condition before calving matters, how first-calf heifers can fall behind reproductively, and why early calving, strong...

  4. Dr. Kendall Samuelson: Feeding High-Risk Calves for Health and Performance | Ep. 201

    In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Dr. Kendall Samuelson, associate professor at West Texas A&M University, discusses health and nutrition for high-risk receiving calves. She explains how transportation, weaning, commingling, and other stressors affect nutrient requirements, feed intake…

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  5. Dr. Temple Grandin: Grazing, Welfare, and Cattle Handling | Ep. 200

    In this special 200th episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Dr. Temple Grandin, professor at Colorado State University, explains how grazing management and low-stress cattle handling can support land stewardship, animal welfare, and productivity. She discusses rotational grazing, cattle behavior, and...

  6. Dr. John Basarab: Using Genomics to Improve Beef Cattle Decisions | Ep. 199

    In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Dr. John Basarab, Research Professor at the University of Alberta and CEO of Livestock Gentec, discusses how genomics turns DNA samples into practical decision-making tools for commercial beef producers. He explains hybrid vigor, breed composition…

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  7. Dr. Sam Wyffels: Smarter Salt Supplementation Strategies | Ep. 198

    In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Dr. Sam Wyffels, Assistant Professor and Extension Beef Specialist at Montana State University, explains how salt shapes supplement intake in beef cattle systems. He discusses salt-limited protein supplements, mineral consumption, regional water and…

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  8. Dr. Nicolas DiLorenzo: Silage in Beef Cattle Diets | Ep. 197

    In this special rerun episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Dr. Nicolas DiLorenzo discusses corn silage and sorghum silage as viable feed options for backgrounding and heifer development in beef cattle. He outlines performance outcomes, production costs, and labor considerations for integrating…

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  9. Dr. Dan Schaefer: Rumen Microbiology and Beef Efficiency | Ep. 196

    In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Dr. Dan Schaefer, Professor Emeritus in Animal Sciences at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, explains how rumen microbiology drives beef cattle productivity. He discusses fiber digestion, volatile fatty acids, microbial protein, monensin, bloat…

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  10. Gene Love: Calf Health Protocols That Reduce Stress | Ep. 195

    In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Gene Love, Manager of Idaho Land & Livestock, discusses practical strategies to improve calf health, reduce treatment costs, strengthen reproductive performance, and enhance overall herd management. He shares how management decisions, employee culture…

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  11. Dr. Carl Jiang: Stem Cell-Based Embryos for Cattle In Vitro Breeding | Ep. 194

    In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Dr. Carl Jiang, Associate Professor at the University of Florida, explains how stem cells may support future cattle breeding. He discusses early embryo development, cloning, gene editing, and stem cell-based embryos as long-term tools for reproductive...

  12. Dr. Saulo Zoca: Bull Fertility Evaluation | Ep. 193

    In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Dr. Saulo Zoca, Assistant Professor and Extension Beef Cattle Specialist at the University of Tennessee, explains how producers can evaluate bull fertility before breeding season. He discusses breeding soundness exams, semen morphology, physical…

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  13. Bill Couser: Better Hoof Health for Beef Cattle | Ep. 192

    In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Bill Couser, cattle and grain farmer at Couser Cattle Company in Iowa, explains how healthier cattle environments support hoof health and overall performance in confined beef operations. He discusses indoor feeding facilities, bedding management,...

  14. Dr. Ludmila Monteiro: Corn Grain in Feedlot Diets | Ep. 191

    In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Dr. Ludmila Monteiro from Kansas State University discusses how corn processing and high-amylase corn hybrids can improve starch availability and feed efficiency in feedlot cattle. She explains dry rolling, high-moisture corn, steam flaking, processing...

  15. Dr. Michael Jelinski: The Evolution of Beef Production | Ep. 190

    In this special rerun episode of The Beef Podcast Show, we’ll revisit a conversation with Dr. Michael Jelinski from Veterinary Agri Health Services discussing the evolution of beef cattle veterinary practice, feedlot health challenges, veterinary education, antimicrobial stewardship, and emerging...

  16. Dr. Zeno Hubbert: Vitamin A in Beef Cattle Nutrition | Ep. 189

    In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Dr. Zeno Hubbert, Technical Ruminant Expert at dsm-firmenich, explains the importance of vitamin A supplementation in beef cattle production. She explores the influence of vitamin A on immune support, reproductive health, carcass performance, colostrum...

  17. Dr. Leonor Gianechini: Parasite Resistance in Cattle | Ep. 188

    In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Dr. Leonor Gianechini, Assistant Professor at the University of Georgia, explains how parasite resistance is reshaping cattle health management. She outlines common deworming mistakes, the hidden production losses from gastrointestinal worms, and…

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  18. Nancy Heter: Brewer’s Yeast In Beef Nutrition | Ep. 187

    In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Nancy Heter from Rangen Group explains how brewer’s yeast supplements are being used to improve feed efficiency, digestibility, and cattle performance in feedlot systems. She discusses recent commercial research on finishing cattle, low-inclusion feeding...

  19. Cache Taylor: Gut Health That Drives Performance | Ep. 186

    In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Cache Taylor, Manager at Chris Drakos Enterprises, shares what led his team to adopt a new gut health and supplementation approach within their cow-calf operation. He discusses how the program was implemented across the herd and the outcomes observed in...

  20. Carollann Romo: Building Consumer Trust in Beef | Ep. 185

    In this special crossover episode of The Beef Podcast Show and Behind the Burger podcast, Carollann Romo, Executive Director of the New Mexico Beef Council and host of the Behind the Burger podcast, shares how strategic marketing, consumer education, and producer storytelling are helping…

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  21. Dr. Joey Bray: Sodium Bisulfate in Beef Production | Ep. 184

    In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Dr. Joey Bray, Technical Services Manager at Jones-Hamilton Co., discusses the fundamentals of pH management and its impact on ammonia control, bacteria growth, bedding conditions, and hoof health in cattle systems. He explains how sodium bisulfate is…

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  22. Dr. Dan Grooms: Rural Veterinary Medicine Shortage | Ep. 183

    In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Dr. Dan Grooms, Dean of Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine, discusses the rural veterinary shortage and its impact on beef producers. He explains how debt relief, mentorship, internships, community engagement, and new practice models can...

  23. Dr. Jody Wade: Early Calf Vaccination Strategies | Ep. 182

    In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Dr. Jody Wade, Senior Professional Services Veterinarian at Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health, explains how early calf vaccination, colostrum management, and proper timing influence immunity and health outcomes. He shares practical strategies for…

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  24. Dr. Alison Van Eenennaam: Genetics and Sustainability | Ep. 181

    In this special episode of The Beef Podcast Show, we bring back our conversation with Dr. Alison Van Eenennaam, Distinguished Professor of Animal Biotechnology and Genomics at UC Davis, who explores the role of genetics and biotechnology in building a more sustainable beef industry. She explains...

  25. Dr. Andrew Griffith: Cattle Markets and Herd Expansion | Ep. 180

    In this special episode of The Beef Podcast Show, marking the Beef Month, we bring Dr. Andrew Griffith, Professor and Extension Livestock Economist at the University of Tennessee. He unpacks the current cattle market, covering record-high calf prices, the role of consumer demand, herd expansion...

  26. Dr. Jessica Newberry: Heifer Selection And Retention | Ep. 179

    In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Dr. Jessica Newberry, Livestock Health Associate Director of Marketing and Technical Service at Virbac, explains practical strategies for heifer development and retention. She shares about selection criteria, immune system management, nutrition planning,...

  27. Dr. Joao Sacramento: Technology in Beef Grazing Systems | Ep. 178

    In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Dr. Joao Sacramento, Research Associate at Michigan State University, explains how grazing management, methane emissions, and precision technologies are shaping modern beef systems. He shares insights on the Landscape Intelligence Network, integrating...

  28. James Davison: High Risk Cattle Success Foundations | Ep. 177

    In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, James Davison, Regional Sales Manager at Pro Earth Animal Health, shares practical strategies for managing high risk cattle. He explains how source, nutrition, water quality, and daily handling influence intake, immunity, and performance. With decades of...

  29. Dr. Sonia Moisá: Nutrigenomics in Beef Production | Ep. 176

    In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Dr. Sonia Moisá, Research Assistant Professor at the University of Tennessee, explains how beef nutrigenomics connects nutrition with gene expression to improve cattle performance. She explores fetal programming, early nutrition strategies, and biomarker...

  30. Dr. Riley Messman: Assisted Reproduction Strategies in Beef | Ep. 175

    In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Dr. Riley Messman, Assistant Professor at Oklahoma State University, explains assisted reproductive technologies in beef cattle, including artificial insemination, embryo transfer, and ovum pickup IVF. She highlights practical decision-making,...

  31. Dr. Logan Thompson: Beef Sustainability Explained | Ep. 174

    In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Dr. Logan Thompson from Kansas State University shares a practical view of sustainability in the beef cattle industry. He explains how grazing management, greenhouse gas measurements, and nutrient use connect to real production decisions. The conversation...

  32. Dr. Blaine Ellison: Cortisol Effects on Cattle Growth | Ep. 173

    In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Dr. Blaine Ellison, veterinarian and owner of Applied Biotechnologies, explains how the 21-day cortisol surge affects cattle metabolism, immune response, and early receiving performance. He explores how stress alters glucose use, influences frame...

  33. Dr. Marta Kohmann: Cover Crops and Soil Health | Ep. 172

    In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Dr. Marta Kohmann, Assistant Professor of Forage Systems Agroecology at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, explains how cover crops and alfalfa management influence soil health, nutrient cycling, and forage productivity. She discusses nitrogen fixation,...

  34. Dr. Daniel Cummings: Parasite Control Strategies | Ep. 171

    In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Dr. Daniel Cummings from Heritage Vet Partners explains the complexities of parasite control in beef cattle operations. He highlights the differences between parasite classes, application strategies, and the economic impacts of mismanagement. Learn how to...

  35. Paul Mitchell: Cow Nutrition & Calf Outcomes | Ep. 170

    In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Paul Mitchell from Imogene Ingredients shares how Farmatan can support cow and calf health in the beef cattle industry. Drawing from his background in cow-calf systems and animal nutrition solutions, Paul explains the science behind the Clean Cow and…

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  36. Dr. Eugene Janzen: Bovine Respiratory Disease Insights | Ep. 169

    In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Dr. Eugene Janzen from the University of Calgary breaks down how bovine respiratory disease has shifted in feedlot systems. He explains pathogen changes, the impact of co-mingling, and how modern data tools have reshaped pen riding and treatment…

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  37. Dr. Gregg Rentfrow: Advancing with the New Meats Lab | Ep. 168

    In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Dr. Gregg Rentfrow from the University of Kentucky explains how retail beef cutting has evolved and why product size, convenience foods, and consumer cooking confidence continue to shape the beef marketplace. He also discusses Kentucky’s new Meat and…

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  38. Dr. Tara Felix: Beef-on-Dairy Progress | Ep. 167

    In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Dr. Tara Felix from Penn State University explains how beef-on-dairy has evolved and what current research reveals about genetics, early-life nutrition, and health challenges in beef-on-dairy progeny. She discusses industry gaps, including rumen...

  39. Dr. Kraig Peel: Tools for Beef Cattle Efficiency | Ep. 166

    In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Dr. Kraig Peel from Adisseo breaks down how amino acid nutrition is opening new doors for efficiency in beef cattle systems. He covers nitrogen utilization, liver health, carcass value, and reproductive performance across cow-calf, stocker, and feedlot...

  40. Dr. Juliana Ranches: Virtual Fencing Benefits | Ep. 165

    In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Dr. Juliana Ranches from Oregon State University explores the science and practical applications behind virtual fencing in beef cattle production. She explains how the technology improves grazing precision and herd management while addressing animal…

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  41. Dr. W. Mark Hilton: Maximize Your Beef Returns | Ep. 164

    In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Dr. W. Mark Hilton, a beef cow-calf consulting veterinarian, unpacks six key profit-boosting strategies every producer should be using right now. From herd genetics to calf implants, Dr. Hilton explains how data-driven decisions can lead to healthier…

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  42. Don Scarrow: Potato Waste for Finishing Cattle | Ep. 163

    In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Don Scarrow, a feedlot owner and operator, shares how he finishes cattle while using potato waste as his main starch source. He explains the challenges he faced early on with bloat and acidosis-related losses and the strategies that helped stabilize rumen...

  43. Dr. Gastón Alfaro: Improving Knowledge Transfer | Ep. 162

    In this episode, we close the year with a special conversation featuring Dr. Gastón Alfaro from the National University of Córdoba, bringing insights to plan the year ahead with stronger strategies by overcoming challenges of knowledge transfer in beef production. He explains the key barriers in...

  44. Dr. Megan Van Emon: Winter Nutrition for Cattle | Ep. 161

    In this special Christmas episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Dr. Megan Van Emon from Montana State University shares timely winter nutrition strategies for beef herds as producers enter the coldest months of the year. She discusses forage quality, smart supplementation planning, body condition...

  45. Dr. Cecilia Rocha: Artificial Intelligence and Estrus Detection | Ep. 160

    In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Dr. Cecilia Rocha from the University of Missouri unpacks strategies for improving reproductive success in beef cattle operations. She explains the critical role of estrus detection, precision breeding, and the use of artificial intelligence tools, such…

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  46. Dr. Blaine Ellison: 21-Day Cortisol Surge | Ep. 159

    In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Dr. Blaine Ellison from Applied Biotechnologies explains the origin of the 21-day cortisol surge and why it remains a major challenge for beef cattle health and performance. He breaks down how this stress response disrupts glucose use, masks early…

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  47. Johnny Rogers: Grazing & Profitability | Ep. 158

    In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Johnny Rogers, Extension Associate at North Carolina State University and Rogers Cattle Company owner, discusses the importance of adaptive grazing techniques and their role in improving livestock performance and soil health. He explains how…

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  48. Dr. Zeno Hubbert: Vitamin E and Meat Quality | Ep. 157

    In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Dr. Zeno Hubbert from dsm-firmenich explains the science and economics behind vitamin E supplementation in beef cattle. She discusses its critical role in meat quality, immune health, and reproduction, and how producers can optimize supplementation for…

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  49. Kevin Thibault: Smart Gut Health Practices | Ep. 156

    In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Kevin Thibault from Gem State Angus Ranch explains how his operation evaluated and implemented new gut health practices within a seedstock program. He shares what motivated the change, how the protocols were applied, and the performance results observed…

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  50. Dr. Melissa Jolly-Breithaupt: Fall & Winter Cattle Nutrition Tips | Ep. 155

    In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Dr. Melissa Jolly-Breithaupt from Lallemand Animal Nutrition discusses how cattle producers can optimize nutrition as they prepare for fall and winter. She explains how forage testing, probiotic live yeast supplementation, and strategic nutrition planning...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Do you want to be in the top 1% of the beef industry?-----------------------------------------------------Then learn how to improve beef production with high-impact strategies and through a modern podcast especially conceived and designed by and for the brightest minds of the global beef industry. Perfect for staying up to date with the latest research, trends and hot topics of the industry in a light and interesting way, while saving your time.

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