Beyond the Marbling

Australian Wagyu Association
  • 0.0 (0)
  • EDUCATION
  • UPDATED SEMIMONTHLY

Join Australian agricultural identity Lyndsey Douglas in exploration of the Wagyu sector in Australia and around the world. There will be characters, there will be wisdom and there will be Wagyu, delicious Wagyu. Beyond the Marbling is produced by the Australian Wagyu Association and aims to build awareness of the Wagyu industry, its supply chains, its history and its future. In each episode, Lyndsey will engage with the sector’s most prominent experts, breeders, economists and scientists to go beyond the marbling and explain what makes Wagyu the world’s luxury beef.

  1. The Red Wagyu Revolution: Inside Akaushi Beef with HeartBrand

    JAN 29

    The Red Wagyu Revolution: Inside Akaushi Beef with HeartBrand

    Akaushi may be the lesser-known red cousin in the Wagyu family, but its impact on global beef markets is anything but small. In this episode of Beyond the Marbling, Georgia Stormont sits down with JoJo Carrales, VP of Cattle Operations at Heart Brand Beef in central Texas — the largest Akaushi producer in the world. They dig into the remarkable origin story of Akaushi genetics, imported from Japan in the 1990s, and how Heart Brand built a thriving, high-marbling herd from an incredibly small gene pool. JoJo explains why inbreeding diversity hasn’t been an issue, the role of DNA verification, strategic embryo transfer, and the importance of applying relentless selection pressure on functional traits like fertility, structure, growth, feet and legs, and overall herd health. This conversation goes beyond the romance of a single beautifully marbled steak. It’s about the full equation — feed economics, maturity, days on feed, carcase weights, third-party camera grading, natural vs hormone-free programs, and the commercial reality that over 50% of beef consumed in the US is mince. JoJo also breaks down the key differences between black Wagyu and red Akaushi, and why the magic lies in balance — genetics that deliver both production performance and predictable marbling outcomes. If you love beef science, supply-chain margins, and stories about breeds that earn their keep in every climate, this one’s for you.

    47 min

  2. 12/21/2025

    Jess Pryles - 2025 Christmas Special

    Merry Christmas and welcome to this special festive episode of Beyond the Marbling. In this relaxed and festive chat dives into what Christmas looks like around the table. From traditional favourites to Texan twists, and how to create a show-stopping meal without the stress. Whether you’re hosting a full house, cooking outdoors in the Aussie summer or dreaming about what should be on your Christmas table, Jess brings practical advice, humour and plenty of mouth-watering inspiration. From all of us at Beyond the Marbling, we wish you a very Merry Christmas and a safe, happy and delicious festive season.

    10 min

  3. 12/18/2025

    Season 2 - Ep 6. Wagyu Wisdom & Live Fire Cooking

    In this episode of Beyond the Marbling, Georgia Stormont is joined by the one and only Jess Pryles — live fire cook, meat science graduate, author, TV host, founder of Hardcore Carnivore and proud Melbourne export now based in Austin, Texas. Jess shares her journey from Australia to the heart of American barbecue culture, the moment Texas truly felt like home, and how her curiosity around food turned into a globally recognised brand. This is a wide-ranging, deeply practical conversation that blends meat science, storytelling, Wagyu education and the realities of building a premium brand in a noisy market. Whether you’re a producer, cook, Wagyu enthusiast or simply someone who loves a good food story, this episode delivers.

    39 min

  4. 11/26/2025

    Season 2 - Ep 5. Objective Technologies Insights

    In this episode of Beyond the Marbling, Georgia Stormont sits down with Aaron Van den Heuvel from the Australian Wagyu Association — one of the few people in the country whose job is literally to capture the inside story of a Wagyu carcase. Aaron travels across Australia using cutting-edge imaging technology to assess marbling, texture and quality traits that shape the future of the Wagyu industry. In this conversation, Aaron breaks down how the MIJ camera works, why accurate data matters and how the images he captures directly influence breeding selections, profitability and long-term herd improvement. He also shares his unlikely path from poultry science to meat science, why he fell in love with Wagyu and how technology is giving producers more confidence than ever before in their genetic decisions.

    20 min

  5. 11/20/2025

    Special Episode - Introducing Your New Host, Georgia Stormont.

    In this special episode of Beyond the Marbling, we mark a new chapter for the show. Long-time host and storyteller, Lyndsey Douglas, hands over the microphone to agricultural sales coach, keynote speaker and soon-to-be published author Georgia Stormont. Georgia joins Lyndsey for a lively chat about her unconventional journey into agriculture — from weekends riding motorbikes in Romsey to supporting national sales teams across dairy, horticulture and beyond. They explore what makes selling in agriculture so uniquely emotional, why she fell in love with farmers and what excites her most about diving into the Wagyu world. Lyndsey also reflects on her standout interviews, including entrepreneurial powerhouse Dave Dreiling, globally recognised nutrition scientist Dr Anneline Padayachee, and the endlessly charismatic Bruce Cheung of Pardoo Wagyu. Plus, we get a behind-the-scenes look at Lyndsey’s booming rural content agency and why the time is right to pass on the hosting reins. This episode is warm, curious and full of admiration for the forward-thinking Wagyu community. Join us as we welcome Georgia to the Beyond the Marbling family.

    11 min

  6. 10/29/2025

    Season 2 - Ep 4. Wagyu in northwest Australia. Vision, resilience and reality

    Wagyu in north west Australia- Vision, resilience and reality In Part One, we explored what drove Bruce to establish Pardoo Wagyu, his passion, his purpose, and the vision behind one of Australia’s most remote Wagyu operations. Now, in Part Two, we dig into what it really takes to run a premium Wagyu enterprise in the northwest of Australia, where cyclones, isolation, bushfires and vast distances make farming unlike anywhere else. Bruce shares what’s operationally unique about his setup, from his innovative weaning program to his heavy reliance on artificial insemination and how he’s building resilience into every part of his business. It’s a raw and inspiring look at the challenges, the creativity and the determination that define Wagyu in the northwest. Tune in now for a grounded conversation about vision, resilience and reality, only on Beyond the Marbling.

    32 min

  7. 10/03/2025

    Season 2 - Ep 3. Wagyu Changed My Life: Bruce’s Journey from Farm to Forum

    Bruce Cheung founded Pardoo Wagyu in Western Australia's harsh Pilbara and Kimberley regions, driven by a desire to contribute to Singapore's food security. His journey led him to the remote Pardoo Station, where the discovery of the underlying Canning Basin aquifer convinced him the challenging, yet scalable, land was viable. The operation now spans over 800,000 hectares across five stations, focusing on producing premium Wagyu. Pardoo Wagyu markets its product in over a dozen global markets, including the demanding European Union, making it a significant contributor to Australia's premium beef export industry.

    32 min

  8. 08/29/2025

    Season 2 - Ep 2. Breeding with purpose. Producing in the north

    From the heart of Northern Australia, Laine from Marathon Wagyu joins Lyndsey Douglas on Beyond the Marbling to share how data-driven decisions, cutting-edge tools, and a deep commitment to the industry are shaping the future of Wagyu. As early adopters of the Progeny Test Program (PTP) and champions of MateSel genetic planning, Marathon is leading the charge in balancing genetic gain with diversity. In this episode, Laine reveals how PTP data has influenced their sire selections, why the northern environment demands a unique approach, and what the next wave of Wagyu innovation looks like.

    22 min
See All (31)

Trailer

About

Join Australian agricultural identity Lyndsey Douglas in exploration of the Wagyu sector in Australia and around the world. There will be characters, there will be wisdom and there will be Wagyu, delicious Wagyu. Beyond the Marbling is produced by the Australian Wagyu Association and aims to build awareness of the Wagyu industry, its supply chains, its history and its future. In each episode, Lyndsey will engage with the sector’s most prominent experts, breeders, economists and scientists to go beyond the marbling and explain what makes Wagyu the world’s luxury beef.

Information

  • Creator
    Australian Wagyu Association
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    31
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2024 All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    Beyond the Marbling

You Might Also Like