Talk Dirt to Me

Logan Hanks
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Talk Dirt To Me is the no-filter podcast where two working farmers pull back the curtain on real American agriculture. Hosts Logan Hanks and Dr. Bobby Lee Hanks share boots-on-the-ground insight from running a full-time corn and soybean operation and a working cattle herd. Each week they dive into the business and lifestyle of modern farming. Row crops, beef cattle, agronomy, equipment, ag policy, markets, and rural grit with unfiltered stories, lessons learned, and interviews with farmers, ranchers, and ag industry leaders shaping the future of food, products, and fiber.

  1. 14H AGO

    Ep. 226: Farm Bill 2.0, TVA Eminent Domain Fight, and Trump's Glyphosate Order Explained

    This is a major episode of Talk Dirt To Me, covering some of the biggest stories currently impacting American agriculture, rural landowners, and national farm policy. We begin with the story of Gregory Family Farm in Sumner County, Tennessee, and their ongoing battle with the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) over eminent domain. This situation raises serious questions about private property rights, government authority, and what happens when multi-generation farmland stands in the path of federal infrastructure projects. We explain what is happening, why it matters beyond Tennessee, and what this case could mean for farmers and landowners across the country. Next, we break down President Trump's executive action protecting Glyphosate and Phosphorus and discuss why the decision is tied not only to agriculture but also to food security and national security. We examine how crop protection tools affect American production capacity, global competitiveness, and the stability of the U.S. food supply. The conversation then turns to an in-depth look at Farm Bill 2.0. This episode serves as our first comprehensive breakdown of the new legislation and what it includes for farmers and rural communities. Topics covered include strengthened farm safety nets, conservation funding through EQIP and CRP programs, efforts to improve export competitiveness, pesticide liability protections, increased farm loan limits, and provisions aimed at limiting the nationwide impact of California's Proposition 12. We also discuss potential concerns and areas that may change as amendments continue to shape the bill. We will continue updating listeners as new developments occur. Along the way, the episode includes classic Talk Dirt To Me conversation, including Memphis rap nostalgia, Logan's story about an interview with a legacy media outlet that will likely never air, and a recap of our experience at the National Farm Machinery Show in Louisville. Made in USA Product of the Week: the suppressor cover from T and K Hunting Gear, built for durability and performance in the field. If you want real discussions about farming, policy, rural America, and the culture surrounding agriculture, this episode delivers an in-depth and honest conversation you will not hear anywhere else. Go check out Agzaga! It is the ultimate online farm store. American owned and operated. Go check out their site and get what you need. Be sure to use the code TalkDirt20 to get $20 off your order of $50 or more! Visit them at: https://agzaga.com  👉 Listen now, hit subscribe, and leave Logan and Bobby Lee a 5-star review to keep the dirt talk rolling every week!  Follow us on social media: Talk Dirt to Me Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkdirtpodcast/  Bobby Lee: Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=hurricane%20creek%20farms Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/hurricanecreekfarm/ YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/c/HurricaneCreekFarms Logan: Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/LHFarmsTN Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/lo.hanks/ YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqYpTjKQtOMABFOc2Aw3_Ow

    1h 33m

  2. FEB 13

    Ep. 225: Near Murder on Facebook Marketplace, A Rock Climber Con Man & Farm Identity Wars

    This one goes everywhere. And we mean everywhere. In this episode of Talk Dirt To Me, we break down the most talked-about Super Bowl halftime shows and whether they've completely lost the plot or actually delivered. From iconic performances to questionable moments, nothing is off limits. Then things take a dark turn. A listener sends in an absolutely insane Facebook Marketplace story that nearly ended in murder. It is one of the wildest buyer-seller encounters we have ever heard, and it will make you think twice before meeting someone in a random parking lot. We also dive into the story of a rock climber turned con man who was living in a house while secretly hiding a camper so it would not get repossessed. The double life, the deception, and how long he kept it going is almost unbelievable. From there we get into why you might need a couple dangerous friends in your circle, whether modern society has gone soft, and whether so-called equine "farms" really qualify as farms or if we are redefining agriculture into something it was never meant to be. It is culture, crime, farming, common sense, and chaos all rolled into one episode. Made in USA Segment: This week we spotlight Rugg Snow Shovels. American-made, heavy-duty snow shovels built to actually work when winter hits. No flimsy junk. Just real tools built in the USA. If you like unfiltered conversations, real-world stories, agriculture talk, and zero corporate polish, this episode is for you. Go check out Agzaga! It is the ultimate online farm store. American owned and operated. Go check out their site and get what you need. Be sure to use the code TalkDirt20 to get $20 off your order of $50 or more! Visit them at: https://agzaga.com  👉 Listen now, hit subscribe, and leave Logan and Bobby Lee a 5-star review to keep the dirt talk rolling every week!  Follow us on social media: Talk Dirt to Me Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkdirtpodcast/  Bobby Lee: Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=hurricane%20creek%20farms Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/hurricanecreekfarm/ YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/c/HurricaneCreekFarms Logan: Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/LHFarmsTN Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/lo.hanks/ YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqYpTjKQtOMABFOc2Aw3_Ow

    1h 16m

  3. FEB 6

    Ep. 224: Why Farmers Are Fed Up- John Deere, Celebrity Elites, and the Real Cost of Survival

    In this episode of Talk Dirt To Me, we discuss one of the things, for better or worse, that separates us from a lot of the voices in ag influence. We are willing to say things out loud that may not always be popular or sponsor-friendly. We dive into frustrations many farmers have with John Deere, including right to repair and the growing disconnect between corporate ag and life on the farm. We also talk about Bobby Lee's highly applauded comment on one of Deere's Instagram posts, a moment that probably did not help our chances of landing a sponsorship but struck a nerve with farmers across the country. From there, we shift to celebrity virtue signaling and why it rings hollow for working Americans. Billie Eilish and other celebrities come up as examples as we discuss how disconnected elite celebrity culture has become from real life, rural America, and economic pressure. We then get into the numbers farmers are actually facing. With the USDA projecting farm income to drop again in 2026, we break down what that means on the ground, why farmers are becoming more reliant on government payments just to survive, and why understanding true equipment cost per acre is no longer optional. We also challenge the long-held idea that running equipment too long is always a bad decision, and why in today's high-interest, high-depreciation environment, holding onto iron longer may actually be the smarter move. We wrap the episode with our Made in USA highlight featuring Dobbins Lures, a North Carolina-based company producing American-made animal lures for trappers who still value craftsmanship, effectiveness, and products built by people who understand the outdoors. *Go Vote for us on the Tipton County Farm Bureau Women in Ag's poll: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfHbLDGeM06rLZG42WW_ps2CrgS0ktjILFeP3bSaQFdQOeQFQ/viewform Go check out Agzaga! It is the ultimate online farm store. American owned and operated. Go check out their site and get what you need. Be sure to use the code TalkDirt20 to get $20 off your order of $50 or more! Visit them at: https://agzaga.com  👉 Listen now, hit subscribe, and leave Logan and Bobby Lee a 5-star review to keep the dirt talk rolling every week!  Follow us on social media: Talk Dirt to Me Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkdirtpodcast/  Bobby Lee: Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=hurricane%20creek%20farms Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/hurricanecreekfarm/ YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/c/HurricaneCreekFarms Logan: Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/LHFarmsTN Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/lo.hanks/ YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqYpTjKQtOMABFOc2Aw3_Ow

    1h 26m

  4. JAN 30

    Ep. 223: Big Meat, Big Fertilizer, Big Problems in American Ag

    In this episode of Talk Dirt To Me, we kick things off with a rant every rural American can relate to, idiots driving on icy roads, avoidable wrecks, and Bobby Lee's road rage when common sense disappears in bad weather. From there, we dig into Rep. Tim Burchett's warnings about the Big 4 meat packers, why consolidation in the beef industry should concern every cattle producer, and our honest thoughts on the NCBA including how heavily they cater to the interests of the Big 4 and what that means for independent ranchers and cow-calf operators. We also break down Deputy USDA Secretary Stephen Vaden calling out Nutrien and Mosaic for alleged fertilizer price manipulation and supply control in the U.S., plus why John Deere is now catching heat in Washington as scrutiny ramps up on corporate power in agriculture. We wrap things up by responding to listener comments and emails, tackling questions and feedback straight from the audience. 🇺🇸 Made in America Segment: This week we spotlight Rain-X De-Icer, a simple, affordable, American-made winter essential that actually works when the weather turns nasty. If you care about agriculture, food supply consolidation, fertilizer prices, corporate power, rural life, and calling BS where it belongs, this is one you don't want to miss. Go check out Agzaga! It is the ultimate online farm store. American owned and operated. Go check out their site and get what you need. Be sure to use the code TalkDirt20 to get $20 off your order of $50 or more! Visit them at: https://agzaga.com  👉 Listen now, hit subscribe, and leave Logan and Bobby Lee a 5-star review to keep the dirt talk rolling every week!  Follow us on social media: Talk Dirt to Me Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkdirtpodcast/  Bobby Lee: Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=hurricane%20creek%20farms Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/hurricanecreekfarm/ YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/c/HurricaneCreekFarms Logan: Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/LHFarmsTN Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/lo.hanks/ YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqYpTjKQtOMABFOc2Aw3_Ow

    1h 35m

  5. JAN 23

    Ep. 222: HB 0809 Explained: Pesticides, Farming Reality, and the Truth Behind the Fear

    In this episode of Talk Dirt To Me, we break down Tennessee House Bill 0809 (HB 0809) the controversial legislation surrounding pesticide liability, chemical manufacturers, and modern agriculture that has sparked heated debate online and across farm country. We cut through the noise and explain what HB 0809 actually does, what it doesn't do, and why, contrary to viral claims, this bill does not open the door to more chemicals in your food or water. We walk through the realities of farming today, including how little crop protection products are actually used, when chemicals are applied, why timing matters, and how strict label laws already govern every single application farmers make. We also directly push back on claims made by Shawn Ryan, addressing the fear-based narrative that this bill would somehow amplify chemical exposure or increase cancer risk. We explain why that argument falls apart when you understand EPA labels, state regulations, applicator licensing, and modern agronomy practices. From there, we dig into the pros and cons of HB 0809, why some farmers support it, why others are skeptical, and what it could mean for lawsuits, ag innovation, and rural economies moving forward. Then we shift gears to one of the biggest frustrations in agriculture right now. The complete punt of E-15 ethanol from the bill. Farmer groups across the country are furious, and for good reason. We discuss: Why E-15 matters for corn farmers How many bushels of corn nationwide E-15 could realistically consume What kind of price impact it could have had on corn markets Why this was such a massive missed opportunity for rural America We close out the episode with a lighter but honest conversation about California, sharing our firsthand experience and why the state isn't nearly as one-dimensional as social media makes it out to be. Our Made in America segment takes a different turn this week as we highlight Cloudlifter, a U.S.-based company building rock-solid audio gear that podcasters and creators actually rely on because supporting American manufacturing doesn't stop at agriculture. If you care about farming, food production, ethanol, policy, and the truth behind agriculture, this is an episode you don't want to miss. Go check out Agzaga! It is the ultimate online farm store. American owned and operated. Go check out their site and get what you need. Be sure to use the code TalkDirt20 to get $20 off your order of $50 or more! Visit them at: https://agzaga.com  👉 Listen now, hit subscribe, and leave Logan and Bobby Lee a 5-star review to keep the dirt talk rolling every week!  Follow us on social media: Talk Dirt to Me Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkdirtpodcast/  Bobby Lee: Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=hurricane%20creek%20farms Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/hurricanecreekfarm/ YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/c/HurricaneCreekFarms Logan: Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/LHFarmsTN Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/lo.hanks/ YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqYpTjKQtOMABFOc2Aw3_Ow

    1h 37m

  6. JAN 16

    Ep. 221: Farm Bureau Convention Live: Can Farmers Survive 2026? feat. Joby Young

    This week we went LIVE from the American Farm Bureau Federation Convention in Anaheim, California with our first-ever live show in front of a crowd. Logan and Bobby Lee kick things off with a no-BS conversation about the farm economy, the row crop squeeze, and why the barrier to entry for young farmers has gotten flat-out insane. Midway through, we're joined by Joby Young, Executive Vice President of the American Farm Bureau Federation, to break down what Farm Bureau really is (hint: it's way more than insurance), how their grassroots policy process works, and what they're fighting for right now to help farmers stay in business. We also get into the tough topics: input inflation, corporate chokeholds, farm payments that disappear in 48 hours, and how we create real demand so agriculture gets back to profitable. Joby shares his wild story of serving as Acting U.S. Secretary of Agriculture for 26 hours, plus what Farm Bureau is pushing on issues like year-round E15 and whole milk in schools. Farmers! Join your local Farm Bureau! Your state has one!  And yes… we close with a Made in America pick: Duckworth (Montana-made merino wool gear). Go check out Agzaga! It is the ultimate online farm store. American owned and operated. Go check out their site and get what you need. Be sure to use the code TalkDirt20 to get $20 off your order of $50 or more! Visit them at: https://agzaga.com  👉 Listen now, hit subscribe, and leave Logan and Bobby Lee a 5-star review to keep the dirt talk rolling every week!  Follow us on social media: Talk Dirt to Me Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkdirtpodcast/  Bobby Lee: Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=hurricane%20creek%20farms Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/hurricanecreekfarm/ YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/c/HurricaneCreekFarms Logan: Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/LHFarmsTN Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/lo.hanks/ YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqYpTjKQtOMABFOc2Aw3_Ow

    55 min

  7. JAN 9

    Ep. 220: California Farmers, Government Money & Playing the Game!

    In this episode of Talk Dirt To Me, Logan Hanks and Bobby Lee are packing their bags and heading west to California for the American Farm Bureau National Convention, where they'll be performing a live podcast on Saturday, January 10th representing everyday farmers on a national stage. You can live stream it at FB.org! It's at 3pm PST.  But this episode isn't about glitz. It's about reality. Logan breaks down what the farm economy really looks like heading into 2026, and it's not pretty. After putting pencil to paper, even with drastically cut input costs, reduced equipment expenses, and average yields, the profit margins are razor-thin, barely enough to keep most operations alive. This is the side of farming no one wants to talk about. The guys also tackle California agriculture, sharing why they have deep respect for the farmers who choose to stay and fight for food production in a state that has made it increasingly difficult to operate. Politics may be broken, but California farmers aren't giving up. Then things get even more interesting… There are strong rumblings of a large government farm payment coming this fall, and Logan and Bobby break down what it could mean. Finally, they wrap with listener questions, including one that's got people wondering: Can you legally list a friend as the operator of your farm for a year to reset USDA beginner loan eligibility? That question alone could change how some farms survive. The Made in America segment this week features Fill-Rite Nozzles — rugged, American-made equipment farmers depend on when it matters most. If you want the truth about American agriculture, not the press-release version, this episode delivers it. Go check out Agzaga! It is the ultimate online farm store. American owned and operated. Go check out their site and get what you need. Be sure to use the code TalkDirt20 to get $20 off your order of $50 or more! Visit them at: https://agzaga.com  👉 Listen now, hit subscribe, and leave Logan and Bobby Lee a 5-star review to keep the dirt talk rolling every week!  Follow us on social media: Talk Dirt to Me Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkdirtpodcast/  Bobby Lee: Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=hurricane%20creek%20farms Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/hurricanecreekfarm/ YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/c/HurricaneCreekFarms Logan: Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/LHFarmsTN Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/lo.hanks/ YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqYpTjKQtOMABFOc2Aw3_Ow

    1h 9m

  8. JAN 2

    Ep. 219: No Excuses: Our 2025 Farm Results & 2026 War Plan

    We wrap up 2025 the only way real farmers can, by telling the truth about what worked, what didn't, and what it actually took to survive another year in agriculture. In this episode of Talk Dirt To Me, Logan Hanks and Bobby Lee Hanks go back through the goals we set at the beginning of 2025 and give a brutally honest breakdown of whether we hit them or missed them. From hay production to cattle performance, equipment costs, and what it really takes to keep a farm moving forward, nothing is sugar-coated. From there, we roll straight into our 2026 game plan. We talk about increasing hay output, tightening up cattle health and death loss, cutting waste and equipment expenses, and continuing to scale up production of our homemade sauerkraut at the farm store. These aren't just goals on paper. They're the moves that decide whether a family farm grows or disappears. Toward the end of the episode, Bobby Lee also weighs in on the recent Tucker Carlson interview about veterinary medicine, pulling back the curtain on what the public doesn't see and what those conversations get right and wrong about the realities of animal health, regulations, and modern livestock care. We also highlight this week's Made in USA product, the Scrusher Boot Brush, a simple but essential tool for anyone who lives in mud, manure, and real work. To everyone who's been riding with us through 2025, thank you! We hope you and your families have a strong, healthy, and prosperous 2026. Go check out Agzaga! It is the ultimate online farm store. American owned and operated. Go check out their site and get what you need. Be sure to use the code TalkDirt20 to get $20 off your order of $50 or more! Visit them at: https://agzaga.com  👉 Listen now, hit subscribe, and leave Logan and Bobby Lee a 5-star review to keep the dirt talk rolling every week!  Follow us on social media: Talk Dirt to Me Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkdirtpodcast/  Bobby Lee: Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=hurricane%20creek%20farms Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/hurricanecreekfarm/ YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/c/HurricaneCreekFarms Logan: Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/LHFarmsTN Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/lo.hanks/ YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqYpTjKQtOMABFOc2Aw3_Ow

    1h 20m
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Talk Dirt To Me is the no-filter podcast where two working farmers pull back the curtain on real American agriculture. Hosts Logan Hanks and Dr. Bobby Lee Hanks share boots-on-the-ground insight from running a full-time corn and soybean operation and a working cattle herd. Each week they dive into the business and lifestyle of modern farming. Row crops, beef cattle, agronomy, equipment, ag policy, markets, and rural grit with unfiltered stories, lessons learned, and interviews with farmers, ranchers, and ag industry leaders shaping the future of food, products, and fiber.

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  • Creator
    Logan Hanks
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    227
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Show Website
    Talk Dirt to Me

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