The Rural Woman Podcast

Katelyn Duban
  • 4.8 (146)
  • SOCIETY & CULTURE
  • UPDATED WEEKLY

*We're taking a break from releasing new episodes of The Rural Woman Podcast. Subscribe/Follow wherever you listen to be notified when new episodes resume. Do you find yourself feeling alone living your Rural life? Are you searching for a community to be a part of? Have you been in the agriculture industry all your life or are you just starting out? Do you feel passionate about agriculture and have the spirit of a rural entrepreneur? Are you looking to be inspired by gutsy and resilient women in agriculture? The Rural Woman Podcast™ is a storytelling podcast that shares interviews from women with a passion for agriculture and rural life. These women may not farm, ranch, or homestead the same but their passion and pride for the Ag industry builds a special bond. City-slicker turned Farmer & Entrepreneur, host Katelyn Duban created The Rural Woman Podcast to celebrate and amplify the voices of Women in Agriculture. Katelyn brings a unique perspective to the table and strongly believes in the power of our stories. You can expect to hear honest conversations from Rural Women who grow food, tend livestock, raise families, run companies and so much more. Tune in every Friday to hear a wide range of topics such as mental health in agriculture, advocacy, innovation, and leadership in Ag. Learn more and connect with us at WildRoseFarmer.com

  1. 10/24/2025

    Sharing Stories That Connect Communities with Kass Patterson

    On this week's episode of The Rural Woman Podcast™, you'll meet Kass Patterson. Kass is a broadcaster and storyteller who has spent her career sharing community voices and offering a behind-the-scenes look at the world of chuckwagon racing with the World Professional Chuckwagon Association since 2019. Passionate about mental health and the healing power of horses, she uses her platforms in both social and legacy media to connect audiences with authentic stories from the track, the barn, and beyond. For full show notes, including links mentioned in the show, head over to wildrosefarmer.com/238 . . . THIS WEEK'S DISCUSSIONS: [08:09] - Transitioning from Agriculture to Journalism [17:41] - Introduction to Western Sports and Personal Journey [26:40] - The Importance of Horses in Western Sports [33:49] - The Impact of Chuck Wagon Racing Stories [37:01] - The Impact of Loss in Western Sports [40:22] - Transitioning to Summer Adventures . . . This week's episode is brought to you by Patreon . . . Let's get SocialFollow The Rural Woman Podcast on Social Media Instagram | Facebook Sign up to get email updates Join our private Facebook group, The Rural Woman Podcast Community Connect with Katelyn on Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | Pinterest . . .Support the ShowPatreon | PayPal | Become a Show Sponsor Leave a Review on Apple Podcasts | Take the Listener Survey Screenshot this episode and share it on your socials! Tag @TheRuralWomanPodcast + #TheRuralWomanPodcast . . . Meet the TeamAudio Editor | MixBär. Patreon Executive Producers Sarah R. | Happiness by The Acre . . . More with KatelynOne on One Podcast Consulting | Learn More

    45 min

  2. 10/17/2025

    The Power of Storytelling in Agriculture with Chelsea Finn

    On this week's episode of The Rural Woman Podcast™, you'll meet Chelsea Finn. Chelsea is a brand strategist and graphic designer who partners with women-led, land-based businesses to craft compelling brand stories and build a strong digital presence. With experience spanning global brands and hands-on farm life, she provides clear, actionable strategies that help rural entrepreneurs grow with confidence and focus on the work they love. For full show notes, including links mentioned in the show, head over to wildrosefarmer.com/237 . . . THIS WEEK'S DISCUSSIONS: [08:38] - From Corporate to Creative: A New Beginning [14:30] - The Journey to Flower Farming Apprenticeship [23:24] - Understanding the Disconnect in Marketing and Farming [35:15] - The Importance of Email Marketing [39:06] - Storytelling in Marketing [44:59] - Connecting with Agriculture . . . This week's episode is brought to you by Patreon . . . Let's get SocialFollow The Rural Woman Podcast on Social Media Instagram | Facebook Sign up to get email updates Join our private Facebook group, The Rural Woman Podcast Community Connect with Katelyn on Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | Pinterest . . .Support the ShowPatreon | PayPal | Become a Show Sponsor Leave a Review on Apple Podcasts | Take the Listener Survey Screenshot this episode and share it on your socials! Tag @TheRuralWomanPodcast + #TheRuralWomanPodcast . . . Meet the TeamAudio Editor | MixBär. Patreon Executive Producers Sarah R. | Happiness by The Acre . . . More with KatelynOne on One Podcast Consulting | Learn More

    51 min

  3. 10/10/2025

    Weathering the Challenges of Ranching with Leah Peterson

    On this week's episode of The Rural Woman Podcast™, you'll meet Leah Peterson. Leah is a fifth-generation rancher from Northeast Custer County, Nebraska, and founder of Clear Creek Ranch Mom, a community supporting farmers and ranchers with encouragement, resources, and humor. She is passionate about helping families transition operations to the next generation and advocating for self-care among busy moms. For full show notes, including links mentioned in the show, head over to wildrosefarmer.com/236 . . . THIS WEEK'S DISCUSSIONS: [04:29] - The Legacy of Homesteading [09:45] - The Burden of Responsibility in Agriculture [16:51] - Transitioning Back to the Ranch [28:27] - Impacts of Extreme Weather Events in Agriculture [39:27] - The Resilience in Women in Agriculture [42:55] - The Cost of Resilience [47:29] - Navigating Identity and Change in Agriculture . . . This week's episode is brought to you by Patreon . . . Let's get SocialFollow The Rural Woman Podcast on Social Media Instagram | Facebook Sign up to get email updates Join our private Facebook group, The Rural Woman Podcast Community Connect with Katelyn on Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | Pinterest . . .Support the ShowPatreon | PayPal | Become a Show Sponsor Leave a Review on Apple Podcasts | Take the Listener Survey Screenshot this episode and share it on your socials! Tag @TheRuralWomanPodcast + #TheRuralWomanPodcast . . . Meet the TeamAudio Editor | MixBär. Patreon Executive Producers Sarah R. | Happiness by The Acre . . . More with KatelynOne on One Podcast Consulting | Learn More

    1h 1m

  4. 10/03/2025

    Building an Equine Rehab Facility with Hilary Blanchette

    On this week's episode of The Rural Woman Podcast™, you'll meet Hilary Blanchette. Hilary, a third-generation rancher and owner of Holsom Equine, grew up learning the hard work and perseverance required to run a ranch. With a clear vision and business plan, she turned her passion for horses into a thriving equine rehabilitation and conditioning center in Southern Alberta. For full show notes, including links mentioned in the show, head over to wildrosefarmer.com/235 . . . THIS WEEK'S DISCUSSIONS: 10:21 - Starting an Equine Rehab Business 18:15 - Launching the Business: Plans and Challenges 25:33 - Rehabilitation and Recovery Stories 32:14 - The Growth of the Business 39:02 - Recognition and Community Impact . . . This week's episode is brought to you by Patreon . . . Let's get SocialFollow The Rural Woman Podcast on Social Media Instagram | Facebook Sign up to get email updates Join our private Facebook group, The Rural Woman Podcast Community Connect with Katelyn on Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | Pinterest . . .Support the ShowPatreon | PayPal | Become a Show Sponsor Leave a Review on Apple Podcasts | Take the Listener Survey Screenshot this episode and share it on your socials! Tag @TheRuralWomanPodcast + #TheRuralWomanPodcast . . . Meet the TeamAudio Editor | MixBär. Patreon Executive Producers Sarah R. | Happiness by The Acre . . . More with KatelynOne on One Podcast Consulting | Learn More

    49 min

  5. 09/26/2025

    Redefining Success and Self-Worth in Agriculture with Lori Kinnee

    On this week's episode of The Rural Woman Podcast™, you'll meet Lori Kinnee. Lori, a fourth-generation rancher and former corporate finance professional, returned to her family ranch to blend tradition with forward-thinking practices. Through RancHer by Lori, she mentors women in agriculture, helping them reclaim energy, balance their lives, and lead with confidence while preserving the legacy of family ranching. For full show notes, including links mentioned in the show, head over to wildrosefarmer.com/234 . . . THIS WEEK'S DISCUSSIONS: [00:23] - Celebrating Women in Agriculture [14:37] - Reflecting on the Journey to Ranching Success [17:07] - Balancing Work and Ranch Life [20:11] - Recognizing Burnout and Taking Action [29:30] - Redefining Self-Worth [35:54] - Empowering Women in Agriculture . . . This week's episode is brought to you by Patreon . . . Let's get SocialFollow The Rural Woman Podcast on Social Media Instagram | Facebook Sign up to get email updates Join our private Facebook group, The Rural Woman Podcast Community Connect with Katelyn on Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | Pinterest . . .Support the ShowPatreon | PayPal | Become a Show Sponsor Leave a Review on Apple Podcasts | Take the Listener Survey Screenshot this episode and share it on your socials! Tag @TheRuralWomanPodcast + #TheRuralWomanPodcast . . . Meet the TeamAudio Editor | MixBär. Patreon Executive Producers Sarah R. | Happiness by The Acre . . . More with KatelynOne on One Podcast Consulting | Learn More

    45 min

  6. 09/19/2025

    Sharing the People and Places Behind the Agricultural Industry with Kirbe Schnoor (Dirt Diaries Podcast)

    On this week's episode of The Rural Woman Podcast™, you'll meet Kirbe Schnoor. Raised on her family’s almond farm in California, Kirbe is passionate about educating audiences on agriculture and livestock—from where our food comes from to the people behind it. After college, she moved to Texas to work for Superior Livestock Auction, later becoming RFD-TV’s Western Lifestyle and Agricultural Reporter. Her work has taken her across the country, covering everything from rodeos to rural entrepreneurship. Now, as host of Dirt Diaries: The FarmHER + RanchHER Podcast, she shares real, unfiltered stories from women in agriculture. For full show notes, including links mentioned in the show, head over to wildrosefarmer.com/233 . . . THIS WEEK'S DISCUSSIONS: [02:36] - Kirbe Schnoor's Journey in Agriculture [16:27] - The Challenges and Rewards of Storytelling in Agriculture [26:01] - Launching the Podcast: Dirt Diaries [30:04] - Opportunities for Women in Agriculture [34:24] - Empowering Women in Agriculture . . . Check out Katelyn Duban's interview on Dirt Diaries with Kirbe Schnoor — Episode 13: Digging in with FarmHER Katelyn Duban - WATCH | LISTEN . . . This week's episode is brought to you by Patreon . . . Let's get SocialFollow The Rural Woman Podcast on Social Media Instagram | Facebook Sign up to get email updates Join our private Facebook group, The Rural Woman Podcast Community Connect with Katelyn on Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | Pinterest . . .Support the ShowPatreon | PayPal | Become a Show Sponsor Leave a Review on Apple Podcasts | Take the Listener Survey Screenshot this episode and share it on your socials! Tag @TheRuralWomanPodcast + #TheRuralWomanPodcast . . . Meet the TeamAudio Editor | a href="https://www.xn--mixbr-jra.at/" rel="noopener noreferrer"...

    43 min

  7. 09/12/2025

    The Rewards and Realities of Rural Entrepreneurship with Kay Isbell

    On this week's episode of The Rural Woman Podcast™, you'll meet Kay Isbell. Kay is a small business owner and entrepreneur. She owns and operates an event rental company, operates a direct-to-consumer beef company and had a short stint as a coffee shop owner. She believes in strong local communities and would like to encourage other women to be business owners.  For full show notes, including links mentioned in the show, head over to wildrosefarmer.com/232 . . . THIS WEEK'S DISCUSSIONS: [04:31] -Building a Farm from Scratch [11:21] - The Shift to Direct Consumer Sales [19:42] - Challenges of Farming in California [25:28] - Starting Your Rural Business Journey . . . This week's episode is brought to you by Patreon . . . Let's get SocialFollow The Rural Woman Podcast on Social Media Instagram | Facebook Sign up to get email updates Join our private Facebook group, The Rural Woman Podcast Community Connect with Katelyn on Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | Pinterest . . .Support the ShowPatreon | PayPal | Become a Show Sponsor Leave a Review on Apple Podcasts | Take the Listener Survey Screenshot this episode and share it on your socials! Tag @TheRuralWomanPodcast + #TheRuralWomanPodcast . . . Meet the TeamAudio Editor | MixBär. Patreon Executive Producers Sarah R. | Happiness by The Acre . . . More with KatelynOne on One Podcast Consulting | Learn More

    32 min

  8. 09/05/2025

    Balancing Farming, Family, and Female Leadership with Alexandra Brochu

    On this week's episode of The Rural Woman Podcast™, you'll meet Alexandra Brochu. Alex, a grain and flower farmher in Northern Alberta's Peace Country, runs a successful floral business alongside her farming operations. As part of The Northern Rural Chicks committee, she empowers women in agriculture through events, workshops, and markets focused on connection, health, and farming expertise. For full show notes, including links mentioned in the show, head over to wildrosefarmer.com/231 . . . THIS WEEK'S DISCUSSIONS: [05:36] - Farming Practices and Challenges[13:35] - Evolving Roles on the Farm[16:10] - Transitioning Roles on the Farm[21:43] - Transition Planning in Family Farming[28:10] - Community Impact and Support for Rural Women[35:31] - Planning Women's Events in Rural Communities . . . This week's episode is brought to you by Patreon . . . Let's get SocialFollow The Rural Woman Podcast on Social Media Instagram | Facebook Sign up to get email updates Join our private Facebook group, The Rural Woman Podcast Community Connect with Katelyn on Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | Pinterest . . .Support the ShowPatreon | PayPal | Become a Show Sponsor Leave a Review on Apple Podcasts | Take the Listener Survey Screenshot this episode and share it on your socials! Tag @TheRuralWomanPodcast + #TheRuralWomanPodcast . . . Meet the TeamAudio Editor | MixBär. Patreon Executive Producers Sarah R. | Happiness by The Acre . . . More with KatelynOne on One Podcast Consulting | Learn More

    42 min
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*We're taking a break from releasing new episodes of The Rural Woman Podcast. Subscribe/Follow wherever you listen to be notified when new episodes resume. Do you find yourself feeling alone living your Rural life? Are you searching for a community to be a part of? Have you been in the agriculture industry all your life or are you just starting out? Do you feel passionate about agriculture and have the spirit of a rural entrepreneur? Are you looking to be inspired by gutsy and resilient women in agriculture? The Rural Woman Podcast™ is a storytelling podcast that shares interviews from women with a passion for agriculture and rural life. These women may not farm, ranch, or homestead the same but their passion and pride for the Ag industry builds a special bond. City-slicker turned Farmer & Entrepreneur, host Katelyn Duban created The Rural Woman Podcast to celebrate and amplify the voices of Women in Agriculture. Katelyn brings a unique perspective to the table and strongly believes in the power of our stories. You can expect to hear honest conversations from Rural Women who grow food, tend livestock, raise families, run companies and so much more. Tune in every Friday to hear a wide range of topics such as mental health in agriculture, advocacy, innovation, and leadership in Ag. Learn more and connect with us at WildRoseFarmer.com

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  • Creator
    Katelyn Duban
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2025
  • Episodes
    320
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © The Rural Woman Podcast™ | Wild Rose Farmer Inc. | All Rights Reserved
  • Show Website
    The Rural Woman Podcast

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