Toplines and Tales

Andy Frazier
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Toplines and Tales

Podcast about all things to do with livestock showing, past and present, including interviews, discussions and general chitchat.

  1. 1 DAY AGO

    188 - People in Livestock - Cathal O'Meara

    One of Ireland's hottest talents in the cattle show ring, Cathal talks about his influences and experience not just at the halter but also behind the scenes. Hailing from near Limerick, his skills have been in demand not just in Ireland but around UK and also Europe.

    39 min

  2. NOV 29

    187 - People in Livestock - Andrew Bishop

    An interesting chat with Andrew Bishop from Gloucestershire who would have been the top man to beat in the carcass lamb competitions throughout UK for two or three decades. Although winding his workload down now, there are some great snippets of wisdom for everyone in this podcast. And a bit of live racing from son Charlie in the background!

    45 min

  3. NOV 15

    186 - People in Livestock - Ben and Wendy Mayne - Texas Angus

    From a small Scottish based herd started 90 years ago, to selling the record price Angus bull, Texas Thunderstruck for $360,000, (£160,000) the Australian Texas Angus herd have become a dominant force of breeding throughout the world. Ben and Wendy Mayne talk us through the expansion of the herd to nearly 1000 pedigree cows, selling close to 400 bulls per year and how sustainability and minimum inputs have advanced their breeding system. We also hear a brief preview of the World Angus forum to be held in Australia next year.

    47 min

  4. NOV 1

    185 - People in Livestock - Dave Murray

    Dave Murray is well known in pedigree cattle circles, both as a breeder and judge. He talks us through his young years in the Angus breed and the changes that occurred including bringing in a measuring stick to try and improve them! Through a lifetime with both Angus and Charolais cattle we relive a bit of history, including him being in charge of the conception of the first Charolais to win Smithfield show.

    47 min

  5. OCT 7

    184 - Special Podcast - Live from Irish Aberdeen Angus Extravaganza

    A special podcast live from the Irish Aberdeen Angus Extravaganza in Tipperary, with some great chat with many breeders and other highly interesting characters over a two day spectacular weekend. Thanks to Shane Murphy and the society for asking me over to record the event.

    50 min

  6. SEP 27

    183 - People in Livestock - Jimmy Laing

    A man that needs no introduction, Jimmy has been involved in pedigree beef cattle  man and boy. Hailing from Ross-shire in Scotland, we hear of the herds and cattle he has worked with, including a few great stories, as well as his short venture into the oil business. in this entertaining episode.

    37 min

  7. SEP 22

    182 - Irish Aberdeen Angus Special - 1

    The Irish Aberdeen Angus Extravaganza will be held at Thurles, Tipperary on weekend 5th and 6th October. In the first of a series, this week I speak to secretary Shane Murphy about what to expect in this exceptional event.

    20 min

  8. SEP 13

    181 - Special Episode - Blue Tongue Virus

    There is a huge lack of clarity around the Blue Tongue Virus and its impact, spread symptoms and longer term risks on the UK livestock industry. I have a long chat with Phil Stocker, CEO of the National sheep association who is generally respected as an expert in the disease. Using questions raised on social media as well as my own inquisitiveness, Phil dispels some myths as well as providing some essential clarification on the situation.

    44 min
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About

Podcast about all things to do with livestock showing, past and present, including interviews, discussions and general chitchat.

Information

  • Creator
    Andy Frazier
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2024
  • Episodes
    100
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2020 All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    Toplines and Tales

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