Drench Line Podcast

Sam Silvers & Logan Newsom

Most show families figure it out the hard way. They ask around, get partial answers, and fill in the rest on their own. Logan Newsom and Sam Silvers have been in the show industry long enough to have made most of those mistakes themselves — and they're sharing that wisdom with you. Drench Line is a podcast about sheep, goats, and everything that comes with life in the show world. When to vaccinate. How to pick your animal. What to expect at your first major show. What nobody standing on the sidelines will actually tell you. New episodes drop twice a month, and they don't sugarcoat a thing. Logan and Sam have been friends since they were teenagers working summers at a sheep ranch in Eden, Texas. Now they're both show dads raising their own families in world they grew up in. This show is their way of passing it on — not just to their kids, but to every family that's new to this and looking for someone to shoot straight. Coming soon! Drench Line is just getting started. Coming soon: voice memo questions answered on air, and guests who have genuinely shaped the show world — the breeders, stockmen, and industry figures whose names you already know. If there's someone you want to hear from, send your request to www.drenchline.com. Be part of the conversation! This show is built around the questions real families are asking. Got something you can't get a straight answer on? Submit your question at www.drenchline.com and it might just get answered on the next episode. Logan and Sam want to hear from you — that's not a throwaway line, it's the whole point.

Episodes

  1. Summer Show Livestock Management: New World Screwworm, Track Training & Keeping Them Cool

    5 days ago

    Summer Show Livestock Management: New World Screwworm, Track Training & Keeping Them Cool

    Episode 6 of The Drench Line comes to you live from Lajitas Golf Resort in far west Texas — mosquitoes, heat, and all. Sam Silvers and Logan Newsom sat down between tee times to tackle what's been on every show livestock producer's mind lately: New World Screwworm. They kick things off with a straightforward take — it's serious, it's manageable, and the worst thing you can do right now is nothing. Sam walks through what he's actually doing to protect Shep and Staton's show animals: logging every Dectomax treatment in a steno book — dates, dosages, and lot numbers — so he has documentation ready if USDA or Texas Animal Health Commission comes knocking. It's not required; it's just smart. If you're not keeping records right now, this episode will make you start. From there, they break down what the show barn protocol looks like in real time: a Dectomax shot for freshly banded or recently castrated animals (good for roughly 21 days of protection), screw worm aerosol on any open wounds, and a watchful eye — especially on banded wethers, where the wound isn't always easy to spot at a glance. Logan also flags an often-overlooked area: fine wool sheep with busted or shelled horns. That wound at the base of the horn is exactly where problems can start. The conversation shifts to the producer side, with Sam and Logan sharing how the screw worm situation has changed their flush and AI plans. Sam pushed his June flush back to July to get a solid protocol in place before putting ewes back on pasture. Logan breaks down what they've landed on: suture or staple every wound off the cart, hit it with Alu-Shield, spray with Dectomax, and hope that 21-day window carries you through. They also dig into fly systems, the wound coat vs. Alu-Shield debate (Sam is a purple wound coat guy; Logan makes a case for the silver spray in AI scenarios), and when Co-Ral still earns a spot in the rotation. Second half of the episode covers summer maintenance — what it looks like to keep show animals healthy, cool, and moving in the right direction without pushing too hard too early. Track introduction, treadmill training, halter breaking, stand training, and why waiting until you need conditioning is already too late. Subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube. Submit your questions at DrenchLine.com. Read related posts on screw worm and show livestock management at DrenchLine.com.

    41 min
  2. First Year Sheep Owner? Everything You Need to Know About Cocci, Heel Mites & Summer Care

    11 Jun

    First Year Sheep Owner? Everything You Need to Know About Cocci, Heel Mites & Summer Care

    Episode 5 of The Drench Line comes to you live from the legendary Friday Night Fever — one of the premier show goat sales in the United States — held in the Sheep and Goat headquarters of the world in San Angelo, Texas. Sam Silvers and Logan Newsom dig into a deep mailbag of listener questions covering show sheep and goat health, management, and everything in between. Listener Kristine kicked things off with a loaded first-year-sheep-owner question: vaccinations, cocci prevention, pen vs. pasture, companion animals, and what to do when an animal starts acting sick. Sam and Logan cover why a pen setup gives you better daily observation and handling, why a buddy animal reduces stress and improves outcomes, and how cocci management really works — fecal samples, a solid vet relationship, and the role of medicated feeds like those containing Rumensin or Decox. Irene asked about heel mites — and got a quick rundown on how to identify them, plus treatment options: Dectomax or Ivomec injectable, Prolate Lintox, or Ivomec pour-on on the heels. For the full breakdown, go back to Episode 4. Isaac asked two big ones: how to use Rumensin for coccidia prevention (answer: it's labeled for goats, off-label for sheep — get a vet script) and what to do when animals go off feed during a transition. Logan walks through the 75/25 blending strategy to ease that switch over 5–7 days without crashing their gut. Leonard wanted the real talk on dewormer dosing — should you double it on goats? Sam and Logan break down why metabolism matters and why products like Safeguard, Ivomec, Valbazen, and Cydectin aren't all treated the same way. Trace Titus asked about copper. Short answer: never for show sheep, required for goats. Logan also covers the mineral program he relies on with the Purify product. The guys wrap with a real-talk segment on summer vacation planning with livestock — yes, you can take a trip. But you need a plan and someone trustworthy lined up before you leave. Then, the big one: Kevin Mock, founder of Friday Night Fever, joins as the show's first-ever guest. He shares the origin story of the sale, what makes it different from every other sale out there, and his top three tips for show goat success. Subscribe to The Drench Line on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube. Got a question? Submit it at www.DrenchLine.com — we answer listener questions every episode. Check out related posts on cocci prevention, show sheep health, and feeding management on the blog.

    57 min
  3. Vaccinations, Deworming, Halter Breaking & Building a Routine: First Steps at Home

    22 May

    Vaccinations, Deworming, Halter Breaking & Building a Routine: First Steps at Home

    You wrote the check. You loaded them up. Now what? Episode four of the Drench Line Podcast picks up exactly where episode three left off — Sam Silvers and Logan Newsom are walking you through everything that happens from the moment you back up to the pens and unload that new animal to the point where you've got a routine locked in and things are rolling. The guys kick things off with what they consider the foundation of a good start: stress management. New environment, new dirt, new weather, new pen mates — it all adds up fast. And when those first dominoes fall, you can find yourself chasing problems all summer long. Sam and Logan break down how to get ahead of it with a smart day-one protocol covering the six things they're thinking about right out of the trailer: cocci, respiratory issues, external parasites like heel mites, CDT vaccination, internal parasites, and ear ticks. From there, the conversation dives into product-specific talk — CDT boosters, Dectomax, Safeguard, Valbazen, Cydectin, nasal vaccines, Rumensin in the feed, Corid, and the Liquid Boost and Hydro Boost products they run through their medicators year-round. As always, they remind listeners: consult your veterinarian before doing anything.  The episode also covers halter breaking step by step, the importance of starting young and starting slow, building a daily routine that actually fits your family's schedule, getting animals introduced to the treadmill early, and why weight tracking throughout the year pays off when things start moving in the fall. Sam and Logan close with the biggest mistake families make in the first seven days — and let's just say "dumbassery" becomes an official podcast term. Listener Q&A wraps things up with Abigail asking about drenching protocol at summer jackpots — and the answer might surprise you. Have questions about your sheep or goat project? Submit them at drenchline.com

    1hr 5min
  4. How to Select Your Show Sheep: From the Basics to the Bells & Whistles

    15 May

    How to Select Your Show Sheep: From the Basics to the Bells & Whistles

    Episode three of the Drench Line podcast picks up right where the selection conversation left off. Hosts Sam Silvers and Logan Newsom are deep in project buying season, recording live from Texas Tech University ahead of the 806 Live sale, and they're getting real about what it actually takes to find the right animal — from first glance in the pen all the way to signing the check. What needs to catch your eye when walking into a pen of lambs? They think body shape, forearm, and big pins. Not complicated, but non-negotiable. The conversation also covers what separates a $3,500 sheep from a $15,000 one — AKA the bells and whistles. They give their honest thoughts on leg hair as an indicator of care, chest depth and chest-to-flank ratio, touch quality, and color. Logan and Sam also hit the one absolute deal-breakers that send them walking: chest width and bad hind leg structure. The guys dive into gut instinct versus checklist buying, and how rising prices in the show livestock industry have pushed even the most instinct-driven buyers toward doing their homework. Sam shares his three gut-check questions before committing to an animal, and Logan explains his hunter-gatherer approach to stocking a barn full of options for multiple families and multiple shows. To close, they tackle listener Q&A — covering whether to feed hay (and what kind) from Samantha, fine blades versus surgical blades for a Southdown from Chance, and the great chain halter vs. rope halter debate. Spoiler: rope halters don't have many fans in this room. Looking at you, #ropehaltercrew. Whether you're a seasoned Texas major show family or a first-time stock show dad just trying to figure it all out, this episode is loaded with practical, honest advice straight from two guys living it every day. Submit your questions and find more at drenchline.com

    1hr 17min
  5. Have a Plan: Selecting Your First Show Animal & Surviving Your First Live Sale

    24 Apr

    Have a Plan: Selecting Your First Show Animal & Surviving Your First Live Sale

    Sam and Logan are back for Episode 2 of the Drench Line, and they're getting right into it — this week is all about the buying process, from that very first conversation with a breeder all the way to pulling into your driveway with an animal in the trailer. The guys kick things off talking about what it actually looks like when a new family walks onto the property looking to buy their first show lamb or goat. Spoiler: the number one question breeders get isn't about genetics or bloodlines — it's about price. And while that's completely understandable, Sam and Logan both agree the more important conversation is about goals. What are you trying to accomplish? Who's judging? What show are you shoping for, and when? That dialogue between buyer and breeder is where the right animal gets found — and where families get set up for success instead of disappointment. From there, they dive into what it looks like to walk into a live sale as a first-time buyer. It's exciting, it's fast, and it can get expensive in a hurry if you don't have a plan. The guys break down exactly what that plan should look like: preview the animals beforehand, take notes, know your budget before you walk through the door, and — don't forget — have a way to haul your animal home. You'd be surprised. They also talk about the value of unbiased previews, why talking to the breeder before you bid can be a game changer, and what to do the moment that new animal arrives at your place (hint: CDT, wormer, vaccinations and a coccidia program are a good start). They wrap up teasing what's coming in future episodes — including a deep dive into why show animals cost what they cost, how IVF and flush programs play into pricing, and why the most expensive animal in the pen isn't always the right one for your kid. No question is a dumb question. Submit them on www.drenchline.com.

    29 min
  6. Welcome to the Drench Line: Two Show Dads, A Lot of Mistakes, and One Very Deep Hole in Eden, Texas

    15 Apr

    Welcome to the Drench Line: Two Show Dads, A Lot of Mistakes, and One Very Deep Hole in Eden, Texas

    Every podcast has to start somewhere — and for the Drench Line, it starts exactly the way it should: two guys from the show barn, a story about digging a hole, and a whole lot of honesty about what it actually takes to navigate the show sheep and goat world. Sam Silvers and Logan Newsom are the first to admit this is their first rodeo when it comes to podcasting. But when it comes to show livestock? Between the two of them, they've got decades of showing, feeding, fitting, judging, and yes — making just about every mistake in the book.  In this debut episode, Sam and Logan introduce themselves, tell the story of how they first met working summers for Rex Stultz in Eden, Texas, and lay out exactly what the Drench Line is going to be — raw, honest, and built for the families who need real answers from people who've actually been there. Here's what they get into: Sam's road from Salado to South Plains to Texas Tech, a two-year stint in the U.S. Border Patrol, and his current role with BioZyme Inc.Logan's journey from the Texas Panhandle to Angelo State football to full-time sheep producerThe infamous eight-foot hole they dug in Eden — and the mystery of filling it back inWhy sheep and goats are the perfect first livestock project for young exhibitorsWhat the Drench Line is really about: bridging the gap for first-time families who don't always know who to askSam and Logan are quick to say this show will only get better from here — and we believe them. Episode 2 is already going to be a problem: they're tackling how to pick out your show animal, and they already know they won't agree on a single thing. Hit follow so you don't miss it. 🐑 00:00 — Welcome to the Drench Line: Introducing the Show00:30 — Sam Silvers: Salado, Eden, South Plains & Texas Tech01:30 — Sam's Time in the U.S. Border Patrol — a Side Most People Don't Know02:00 — Logan Newsom: Texas Panhandle, Angelo State Football & Full-Time Sheep Producer03:30 — How Sam and Logan First Met at Rex Stultz's in Eden, Texas05:00 — The Hole Story: Rex Made Them Dig It — Then Made Them Fill It Back Up06:45 — Now They're Show Dads — and Their Boys Are Best Friends at the Stock Shows07:30 — Why Sheep and Goats Are the Perfect First Project for Young Exhibitors09:00 — What the Drench Line Is Really About: Honest Answers for Real Families10:30 — "I've Made Every Mistake in the Book" — Why That Matters More Than Being the Smartest Guy in the Room12:00 — Coffee Thoughts and Tapping Into Industry Knowledge13:00 — Future Episodes and Guests — Reaching Out to the People They Lean On13:30 — Next Episode Preview: Picking Out Your Show Animal (They Already Know They Won't Agree)

    14 min
  • 6 Episodes

About

Most show families figure it out the hard way. They ask around, get partial answers, and fill in the rest on their own. Logan Newsom and Sam Silvers have been in the show industry long enough to have made most of those mistakes themselves — and they're sharing that wisdom with you. Drench Line is a podcast about sheep, goats, and everything that comes with life in the show world. When to vaccinate. How to pick your animal. What to expect at your first major show. What nobody standing on the sidelines will actually tell you. New episodes drop twice a month, and they don't sugarcoat a thing. Logan and Sam have been friends since they were teenagers working summers at a sheep ranch in Eden, Texas. Now they're both show dads raising their own families in world they grew up in. This show is their way of passing it on — not just to their kids, but to every family that's new to this and looking for someone to shoot straight. Coming soon! Drench Line is just getting started. Coming soon: voice memo questions answered on air, and guests who have genuinely shaped the show world — the breeders, stockmen, and industry figures whose names you already know. If there's someone you want to hear from, send your request to www.drenchline.com. Be part of the conversation! This show is built around the questions real families are asking. Got something you can't get a straight answer on? Submit your question at www.drenchline.com and it might just get answered on the next episode. Logan and Sam want to hear from you — that's not a throwaway line, it's the whole point.

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  • Creator
    Sam Silvers & Logan Newsom
  • Years Active
    2k
  • Episodes
    6
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Alyce & Elizabeth Creative
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    Drench Line Podcast

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