Lifestock Podcast

Kurtis Reid

The livestock industry is the chosen lifestyle for many rooted in agriculture, community, education, and passion. I hope you enjoy as much as I do the stories and lessons from industry leaders and truly great people. I love to hear the history and journey of industry mentors to better myself and help to pass those along to all that wish to listen. The Lifestock Podcast is for all that want to build their knowledge, fuel their passion of the business and help to develop an understanding of your own brand.

  1. 11/28/2025

    57 - Part 6 - Canadian Livestock Judging Mini Series

    A mashup that hits close to home for me! This mini series to close out Season 5 is all about Livestock Judging as a Canadian in the USA. This is a big time passion for me as I was fortunate to compete on several judging teams and earn scholarships towards my tuition. It was one of the best experiences of my life and helped sharpen my skills and talents expending far outside of winning a judging contest. Plus I made friends that are like family and got to see America through the windshield of a 15 passenger van.  My Sr College coach used to tell us, it’s not about being a judger, it’s about becoming a better stockman.  I have this broken into 6 parts with different guests. I had planned on maybe a 3 parter but as per usual, I talked way too much.  The guests:  Part 1 - Jack Oattes Part 2 - Riley Lafrentz Part 3 - Tyson Hertz Part 4 - Lance Leachman Part 5 - Riley Leeson Part 6 - Codee Kopelchuk  This was a treat to put together with some outstanding people in the business. A little bit of looking back and a little bit of the current situation, a great mix of perspectives and insight from all the guests.  Thank you to Season 5 sponsors: Klassen Industries  Bovigen Reproductive Services RK Animal Supply Angus World F’d Up Farming Podcast Thank y'all for listening. Please leave us a 5 star rating and review on your favorite app.  Kurtis Reid Contact us: Lifestockpodcast@gmail.com Facebook @LifestockPod Instagram @LifestockPod Twitter @LifestockPod

    39 min
  2. 11/27/2025

    57 - Part 5 - Canadian Livestock Judging Mini Series

    A mashup that hits close to home for me! This mini series to close out Season 5 is all about Livestock Judging as a Canadian in the USA. This is a big time passion for me as I was fortunate to compete on several judging teams and earn scholarships towards my tuition. It was one of the best experiences of my life and helped sharpen my skills and talents expending far outside of winning a judging contest. Plus I made friends that are like family and got to see America through the windshield of a 15 passenger van.  My Sr College coach used to tell us, it’s not about being a judger, it’s about becoming a better stockman.  I have this broken into 6 parts with different guests. I had planned on maybe a 3 parter but as per usual, I talked way too much.  The guests:  Part 1 - Jack Oattes Part 2 - Riley Lafrentz Part 3 - Tyson Hertz Part 4 - Lance Leachman Part 5 - Riley Leeson Part 6 - Codee Kopelchuk  This was a treat to put together with some outstanding people in the business. A little bit of looking back and a little bit of the current situation, a great mix of perspectives and insight from all the guests.  Thank you to Season 5 sponsors: Klassen Industries  Bovigen Reproductive Services RK Animal Supply Angus World F’d Up Farming Podcast Thank y'all for listening. Please leave us a 5 star rating and review on your favorite app.  Kurtis Reid Contact us: Lifestockpodcast@gmail.com Facebook @LifestockPod Instagram @LifestockPod Twitter @LifestockPod

    39 min
  3. 11/26/2025

    57 - Part 4 - Canadian Livestock Judging Mini Series

    A mashup that hits close to home for me! This mini series to close out Season 5 is all about Livestock Judging as a Canadian in the USA. This is a big time passion for me as I was fortunate to compete on several judging teams and earn scholarships towards my tuition. It was one of the best experiences of my life and helped sharpen my skills and talents expending far outside of winning a judging contest. Plus I made friends that are like family and got to see America through the windshield of a 15 passenger van.  My Sr College coach used to tell us, it’s not about being a judger, it’s about becoming a better stockman.  I have this broken into 6 parts with different guests. I had planned on maybe a 3 parter but as per usual, I talked way too much.  The guests:  Part 1 - Jack Oattes Part 2 - Riley Lafrentz Part 3 - Tyson Hertz Part 4 - Lance Leachman Part 5 - Riley Leeson Part 6 - Codee Kopelchuk  This was a treat to put together with some outstanding people in the business. A little bit of looking back and a little bit of the current situation, a great mix of perspectives and insight from all the guests.  Thank you to Season 5 sponsors: Klassen Industries  Bovigen Reproductive Services RK Animal Supply Angus World F’d Up Farming Podcast Thank y'all for listening. Please leave us a 5 star rating and review on your favorite app.  Kurtis Reid Contact us: Lifestockpodcast@gmail.com Facebook @LifestockPod Instagram @LifestockPod Twitter @LifestockPod

    39 min
  4. 11/25/2025

    57 - Part 3 - Canadian Livestock Judging Mini Series

    A mashup that hits close to home for me! This mini series to close out Season 5 is all about Livestock Judging as a Canadian in the USA. This is a big time passion for me as I was fortunate to compete on several judging teams and earn scholarships towards my tuition. It was one of the best experiences of my life and helped sharpen my skills and talents expending far outside of winning a judging contest. Plus I made friends that are like family and got to see America through the windshield of a 15 passenger van.  My Sr College coach used to tell us, it’s not about being a judger, it’s about becoming a better stockman.  I have this broken into 6 parts with different guests. I had planned on maybe a 3 parter but as per usual, I talked way too much.  The guests:  Part 1 - Jack Oattes Part 2 - Riley Lafrentz Part 3 - Tyson Hertz Part 4 - Lance Leachman Part 5 - Riley Leeson Part 6 - Codee Kopelchuk  This was a treat to put together with some outstanding people in the business. A little bit of looking back and a little bit of the current situation, a great mix of perspectives and insight from all the guests.  Thank you to Season 5 sponsors: Klassen Industries  Bovigen Reproductive Services RK Animal Supply Angus World F’d Up Farming Podcast Thank y'all for listening. Please leave us a 5 star rating and review on your favorite app.  Kurtis Reid Contact us: Lifestockpodcast@gmail.com Facebook @LifestockPod Instagram @LifestockPod Twitter @LifestockPod

    42 min
  5. 11/24/2025

    57 - Part 2 - Canadian Livestock Judging Mini Series

    A mashup that hits close to home for me! This mini series to close out Season 5 is all about Livestock Judging as a Canadian in the USA. This is a big time passion for me as I was fortunate to compete on several judging teams and earn scholarships towards my tuition. It was one of the best experiences of my life and helped sharpen my skills and talents expending far outside of winning a judging contest. Plus I made friends that are like family and got to see America through the windshield of a 15 passenger van.  My Sr College coach used to tell us, it’s not about being a judger, it’s about becoming a better stockman.  I have this broken into 6 parts with different guests. I had planned on maybe a 3 parter but as per usual, I talked way too much.  The guests:  Part 1 - Jack Oattes Part 2 - Riley Lafrentz Part 3 - Tyson Hertz Part 4 - Lance Leachman Part 5 - Riley Leeson Part 6 - Codee Kopelchuk  This was a treat to put together with some outstanding people in the business. A little bit of looking back and a little bit of the current situation, a great mix of perspectives and insight from all the guests.  Thank you to Season 5 sponsors: Klassen Industries  Bovigen Reproductive Services RK Animal Supply Angus World F’d Up Farming Podcast Thank y'all for listening. Please leave us a 5 star rating and review on your favorite app.  Kurtis Reid Contact us: Lifestockpodcast@gmail.com Facebook @LifestockPod Instagram @LifestockPod Twitter @LifestockPod

    43 min
  6. 11/23/2025

    57 - Part 1 - Canadian Livestock Judging Mini Series

    A mashup that hits close to home for me! This mini series to close out Season 5 is all about Livestock Judging as a Canadian in the USA. This is a big time passion for me as I was fortunate to compete on several judging teams and earn scholarships towards my tuition. It was one of the best experiences of my life and helped sharpen my skills and talents expending far outside of winning a judging contest. Plus I made friends that are like family and got to see America through the windshield of a 15 passenger van.  My Sr College coach used to tell us, it’s not about being a judger, it’s about becoming a better stockman.  I have this broken into 6 parts with different guests. I had planned on maybe a 3 parter but as per usual, I talked way too much.  The guests:  Part 1 - Jack Oattes Part 2 - Riley Lafrentz Part 3 - Tyson Hertz Part 4 - Lance Leachman Part 5 - Riley Leeson Part 6 - Codee Kopelchuk  This was a treat to put together with some outstanding people in the business. A little bit of looking back and a little bit of the current situation, a great mix of perspectives and insight from all the guests.  Thank you to Season 5 sponsors: Klassen Industries  Bovigen Reproductive Services RK Animal Supply Angus World F’d Up Farming Podcast Thank y'all for listening. Please leave us a 5 star rating and review on your favorite app.  Kurtis Reid Contact us: Lifestockpodcast@gmail.com Facebook @LifestockPod Instagram @LifestockPod Twitter @LifestockPod

    43 min

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The livestock industry is the chosen lifestyle for many rooted in agriculture, community, education, and passion. I hope you enjoy as much as I do the stories and lessons from industry leaders and truly great people. I love to hear the history and journey of industry mentors to better myself and help to pass those along to all that wish to listen. The Lifestock Podcast is for all that want to build their knowledge, fuel their passion of the business and help to develop an understanding of your own brand.