Land & Everything Else

Dr. Craig Lemoine & Ailie Elmore
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Land & Everything Else is dedicated to demystifying the world of alternative investments. Brought to you by the department of Agriculture and Consumer Economics within the College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences at the University of Illinois, Land and Everything Else will explore the nuts and bolts of non-stock and bond investing. From dirt to derivatives, this podcast will guide financial planners, wealth managers and consumers into the land of alternative investing.  

  1. FEB 12

    56. International Agriculture with Ed Blundy

    Farmland is no longer a purely local conversation. As global capital looks for stability, diversification, and long-term value, agriculture continues to draw interest from investors who may have never stepped foot on a farm. That shift brings opportunity, complexity, and new questions about how land is owned, managed, and passed on across generations. In this episode, Ed Blundy of Brown & Co. joins Dr. Lemoine to explore agriculture through an international lens shaped by both education and lived experience. Ed was trained in practical agriculture before moving into land management, and brings a perspective that sits between working farms and institutional capital. He shares how that foundation informs his work at Brown & Co., before diving into the UK’s evolving inheritance tax landscape and the growing institutional interest in farmland across Europe, Australia, and beyond, connecting financial strategy with the realities of rural economies. Key topics and takeaways How farmland is emerging as a global asset class for institutional and family office investorsThe impact of inheritance tax changes on land ownership and succession in the UKWhy collaboration and data-sharing matter in cross-border agricultural investingWhat rising input costs, water constraints, and technology could mean for the future of farmingConnect with us! Ed Blundy on LinkedInBrown & CoDr. Craig Lemoine on LinkedInAgriculture Focused Financial PlanningLand & Everything Else YouTube Channel

    30 min

  2. JAN 15

    55. Money and Happiness with Professor Donovan Sanchez

    Money shows up in nearly every major life decision, but it almost never comes with clear guidance on how to use it in a way that actually supports our long-term satisfaction. In this episode, Dr. Craig Lemoine sits down with Professor Donovan Sanchez to explore how financial education is evolving and why happiness deserves a place in the conversation alongside returns, income, and planning models. The discussion moves through what the data says about income and well-being, how people adapt to comfort and convenience, and why experiences and relationships consistently matter more than most financial upgrades. The episode also takes a thoughtful turn into higher education, examining what it means to train future advisors and how research reshapes the way we think and question assumptions. Key topics discussed in this episode: How income relates to happiness and why the relationship is weaker than most people expectThe role of hedonic adaptation in everyday financial decisionsWhy experiences tend to create longer-lasting satisfaction than material purchasesHow spending on others strengthens relationships and personal well-beingWhat the research says about money, meaning, and life evaluationHow financial education can better connect numbers to human outcomes Connect with us! Donovan Sanchez LinkedInDr. Craig Lemoine on LinkedInAgriculture Focused Financial PlanningLand & Everything Else YouTube Channel

    43 min

  3. 12/11/2025

    54. Land, Real Estate, Private Equity & AI with Peter Lehman

    Some opportunities only reveal themselves to people who pay attention, and that’s exactly what makes this conversation with Peter Lehman so interesting. From the strength of Midwest farmland to the global forces fueling demand for protein, Peter shares how he and his team have repeatedly found value where others weren’t looking. The stories behind those decisions are surprising, thoughtful, and full of insight for anyone watching today’s markets with a long horizon in mind. Key Topics: The global protein shift reshaping agriculture and investment.Why farmland remains a resilient long-term store of value.How specialty sector funds create an edge through relationships.What fix-and-flip lending taught Peter about timing and risk.The career skills that become more valuable as AI accelerates. 0:00 - Setting The Stage: Durable Skills 0:24 - Granite Creek: Who We Are 2:52 - Why Farmland Belongs In Portfolios 6:11 - Rates, Cash Flow, And The New Math 10:55 - Macro Tailwinds: Water And Protein 14:16 - Buy, Sell, 1031: Playing Offense 18:20 - Stability Versus Bonds 22:16 - Building The Agribusiness Thesis 27:00 - Lessons From China’s Rise Connect with us! Peter Lehman on LinkedInGranite Creek Capital PartnersDr. Craig Lemoine on LinkedInAgriculture Focused Financial PlanningLand & Everything Else YouTube Channel

    29 min

  4. 11/13/2025

    53. The Financial Advisor Is Alive and Well: Season 3 Begins with Ilya Zlotnik

    Welcome back! We’re kicking off season 3 of Land and Everything Else with a conversation that bridges technology, trust, and transformation in wealth management. Dr. Craig Lemoine welcomes back Ilya Zlotnik, Partner and Managing Director at Vivaldi Capital Management, to explore how AI is changing the way advisors work and why it’s making the human element more valuable than ever. Together, they unpack what AI can (and can’t) do in the advisory space, how fintech tools are freeing up time for deeper client relationships, and what the rise of private markets means for investors and future planners. Key topics: The myth of the “dead advisor” in the AI eraHow AI tools like Copilot are reshaping efficiency and client serviceThe expanding role of alternatives and private marketsWhy emotional intelligence and trust still define great advisorsConnect with us! Ilya Zlotnik on LinkedInVivaldi CapitalDr. Craig Lemoine on LinkedInAgriculture Focused Financial PlanningLand & Everything Else YouTube Channel

    36 min

  5. 10/30/2025

    52. Season 2 Finale: The Journey Behind Land and Everything Else

    It’s the end of Season 2, and for the first time, Dr. Craig Lemoine takes the mic solo to reflect on how far Land and Everything Else has come. What started as a simple idea to connect agriculture and alternative investing in the classroom has grown into a full-scale learning platform with thousands of students, nine courses, and fifty-one guests who helped shape the conversation along the way. Two years later, this space has become a place where ideas turned into action, and stories turned into lessons. In this season finale, Craig looks back with gratitude for every voice that’s helped build it, and with curiosity for what comes next. Connect with us! Dr. Craig Lemoine on LinkedInAgriculture Focused Financial PlanningLand & Everything Else YouTube Channel

    12 min

  6. 10/16/2025

    51. Why Financial Planning Still Needs a Human Touch with Dr. Matt Goren

    Artificial intelligence may change how we work, but it won’t replace what makes advisors invaluable: empathy, perspective, and real human connection. In this episode, Dr. Matt Goren, Chief Strategy Officer at Brett Danko Educational Center, joins Craig Lemoine to explore the intersection of AI, education, and financial planning. From calculators to ChatGPT, they discuss what’s worth keeping, what needs to evolve, and how the next generation of planners can balance efficiency with empathy. They also dive into the changing face of advisor education, scaling classroom experiences without losing the human touch, and why the profession’s future depends on how we teach and who we attract to the field. Key takeaways: How AI is reshaping, but not replacing, the financial planning professionWhy empathy and experience are the new competitive edge for advisorsThe evolution of CFP education in the age of automationHow hybrid learning models are preparing the next generation of plannersWhy compensation transparency and new fee models are shaping the industry’s futureWhat upcoming leadership changes at CFP Board and FPA could mean for practitioners Connect with us! Dr. Matt Goren on LinkedInDanko EducationDr. Craig Lemoine on LinkedInAgriculture Focused Financial PlanningLand & Everything Else YouTube Channel

    49 min

  7. 10/02/2025

    50. Building Acres.com: Data, People, and the Future of Land Tech with Carter Malloy and Ben Maddox

    Behind every innovation in land and agriculture, there’s a story of persistence, feedback, and people. In this episode, Acres.com co-founders Carter Malloy and Ben Maddox sit down with Brodrick Lothringer, our host for this episode, at the Land Investment Expo to share how their platform is reshaping the way professionals access and understand land data. They reflect on the scrappy beginnings of AcreTrader, the challenges of turning scattered records into usable insights, and the culture of curiosity that continues to drive Acres forward. Along the way, they explain why advice can be more powerful than feedback, and how staying people-focused has become just as important as advancing technology. In this episode: The origins of AcreTrader and the launch of Acres.comWhy quality data and human input remain essential in an AI-driven worldThe role of culture, character, and curiosity in building teamsHow land use is evolving beyond farming into energy, housing, and technology Connect with us! Carter Malloy on LinkedInBen Maddox on LinkedInAcresAgriculture Focused Financial PlanningLand & Everything Else YouTube Channel

    35 min

  8. 09/18/2025

    49. Is Going to Conferences Worth It? with Brodrick Lothringer

    Financial conferences can be game-changers for advisors, but they can also be overwhelming. In this episode, PodPony founder Brodrick Lothringer talks about what makes these gatherings valuable, where they fall short, and why showing up ready to learn matters. This conversation covers the mix of association, custodial, and newer conferences like Future Proof and T3, while also digging into the culture that surrounds them, from late-night networking marathons to the challenges of keeping events professional.  Topics we cover: Which events stand out in the wealth and land spaceThe role of alcohol, ego, and behavior at conferencesHow to get real takeaways instead of just checking a boxThe strange but true stories that come with being on the roadConnect with us! Brodrick LothringerPodPonyDr. Craig Lemoine on LinkedInAgriculture Focused Financial PlanningLand & Everything Else YouTube Channel

    30 min
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Land & Everything Else is dedicated to demystifying the world of alternative investments. Brought to you by the department of Agriculture and Consumer Economics within the College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences at the University of Illinois, Land and Everything Else will explore the nuts and bolts of non-stock and bond investing. From dirt to derivatives, this podcast will guide financial planners, wealth managers and consumers into the land of alternative investing.  

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  • Creator
    Dr. Craig Lemoine & Ailie Elmore
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    56
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    Clean
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