Far Reaches

The podcast reunion kicks off with updates and a rockin' theme song, followed by discussions on life changes, relocations, family, parenthood, community, political engagement, ranching, and investment ventures.TChapters00:00 Podcast Reunion and Updates06:04 Family and Parenthood19:30 Ranching and Investment Ventures25:23 Red Hook: A Weekend Outing Turned Home36:05 The Role of a County Commissioner51:21 Agriculture and Food as the Backbone of Civilization01:03:50 Everyday Carry and Heirlooms

Season 4 is here Reachers!  That is right, the gang is back from the summer hiatus and fresh back from Pendleton Roundup and exploring Ireland.  This season is once again proudly brought to you by our amazing friends at B&K Auto Salvage in La Grande and Baker City.  Check em out and tell them the Far Reaches sent ya! http://bandkautosalvage.com/ Ralls is still digging out of summer hay duties, but Joel, Richard and Micah kick off the season with some updates during the world famous Far Reaches, Reach Around session.  The boys quickly fall into their old ways and tear into several great discussions including hurricanes, energy policy and finish off with a rousing examination of the us education system, bailouts, student loans, liberal arts and even a little on the Oregon governor race.  The gang also discuss having special guests more frequently, so if you know someone who deserves (either good or bad) to come explore the Reaches, or you yourself want to tell them a thing or two about a thing or two, let us know!  And most importantly,  keep on Reachin!

The gang is back in full force!  Life has been, well, being life.  Work has been on fire for everyone and it is that time of year that you have to make hay while the sun is shining!  Two of the Reachers suffered the sudden loss of one of their college roommates, which certainly reminded them of how lucky they truly are to have true friends, and the ability to talk on The Far Reaches as well.    Thank you again to our amazing friends at B&K Auto for all they do to help bring this podcast to your kitchen, pickup, tractor, swather, backhoe, exercise bike or any number of places that people say they listen.  We truly couldn't do it without them, so be sure and tell them thank you and listen for the exclusive promo code for Reachers! https://www.facebook.com/BkAutoSalvageInc Amy and Shandie are making their way through the Mongolian Outback in the world famous Mongol Derby!  Track them live right here and cheer them on....Because they can hear you!  https://equestrianists.com/mongol-derby/ The gang cover another wide range of topics, including a mind blowing theory on the tv show House, Joel's MVP softball season, Micah's gratitude and Ralls and little Buster tearing up the hay field! It's another instant classic and one you are sure to mark as a favorite!

Once again, we thank the great team at B&K Auto for their sponsorship and support of the Far Reaches.  Be sure and stop by and thank them, and keep them in mind for your scrap and parts needs! They serve the Northwest well, and be sure and tell them The Reachers sent ya!   The Reacher's are back and Richard and Micah do their best to keep the wheels rolling and the topics flying.  Richard has taken to buying jeans on Ebay and Micah has decided to wear the same color and style of shirt every day for work...Both have been traveling for work and Ralls and Joel have been busy with all things work and ranchin.    Richard brings up the fact that server farms use a lot of water and are using a tremendous amount of natural resources, both the land and the water.  Something to consider and look into for sure....Which inspires the Entertainment Spotlight of Chinatown.  One of many great movies about water and the struggle for the power to control it.

This episode of FRX is brought to you by a special guest sponsor, our amazing friends at Bieber Red Angus of South Dakota!  Craig and Peggy are amazing people and friends and we are honored to have them as part of this episode.  Check out their website, put one of their upcoming bull sales on your calendar and be prepared to catch some Bieber Fever! https://bieberredangus.com/ Shandie and Amy are entering the final weeks before they blast of to Mongolia in August...Yes, Mongolia to participate in one of the most epic horse races in the world, The Mongol Derby (https://equestrianists.com/mongol-derby/)   They step out of the saddle for a few minutes to give us some updates on their upcoming adventure!   They bring us up to speed on some of their training, gathering of final supplies and remind us all why they are chasing this quest!  They have some great stories of their training and the fun and joy of heading into town to do some shoppin...Because, well...they just don't get to town that often!    There is no doubt these two adventurers will represent Eastern Oregon, and all the ranchers out there with style...While sharing the kick ass, can do attitude that it takes to carve a place in this world.  They have several people to thank, for getting them this far, and the list will continue to grow for sure. We will be checking back in again, before they blast off in August.  So, give a watch, or a listen or both and be sure and share and let them know you are pulling for them!    Amy and Shandie want to especially thank the following for their SUPPORT and willingness to help a couple ranch women make it happen!   Everyone at The Mongol Derby for making this happen!  https://equestrianists.com/mongol-derby/ The AMAZING team at the Absolute Horse in Bend: https://theabsolutehorse.com/ The folks at The Colorful Cowgirl: https://thecolorfulcowgirl.com/ Some amazing gear from Kerrits! https://kerrits.com/ The amazing suggestions from the local REI: https://www.rei.com/ And certainly, all the amazing support...from the fine folks at Brooks! https://www.brooksrunning.com/en_us/brooks-running-sports-bra/

The gang is back, and in full Reacher Force!  After a brief spring break, the gang is in the house and in your kitchen in full 5.0 stereo!   Everyone has been busy with cows, and travel and life in general.  The gents do their best to catch up on some of the latest happenings in our great country and wild world.   As you might expect, they touch on a lot and wander off the subject a few times.  They even find time for a few of their favorite old school jokes!   None of this would be possible, without the amazing team at B&K Auto Salvage, so be sure and use your Far Reaches promo code, or just call or message them and tell them thanks for all they do!    After several discussions about Led Zeppelin, t shirts and a couple westerns, they decide to take a couple loyal listeners suggestion and feature the new documentary, 2000 Mules...Party Mom suggested and Opie shared this link as a way to watch.  https://bestnewshere.com/2000-mules/ The gang agreed to check it out and see what it is all about.   Strap in and get ready to travel the spectrum with the team.  And remember, Keep on Reachin!

The Reachers are back and better than ever.  They have all been busy doing what makes them happy and a Full On Reacher!  Ralls has been calving, Richard is counting the days until turnout, Joel is a dart throwing fool, and Micah has been battling plumbing and chaos in general!    They bring up a couple past Entertainment Spotlights of Old Henry and Open Range...And since we haven't all seen and talked about them yet, we keep them on the list to review.  Richard also suggests that we all pick our favorite Led Zeppelin song and discuss the next time...  The gang talk about the Nitrogen Cycle, buying local beef, who will run for president next time and inflation.   Strap in, sit down, listen, watch, share and enjoy!!

We are pleased to sit down with Eastern Oregon's own Jason Brandt, owner and operator of Brandt Trucking.  Jason was faced with a tough decision when his long time employer implemented policies that he felt removed his freedom of choice.  This husband of 25 years and father of two had a tough choice.  He could either give in and comply, or stand by his word and do what he felt was right to maintain his rights and freedoms by striking out on his own to do whatever it takes to provide. Jason has an amazing story, and most importantly, an inspirational outlook on life.  He is sure to inspire you to be the positive light in your community.  This is sure to be a favorite episode and one that you will go back and listen to time and time again.  Strap in and come along for an amazing ride!   To contact Brandt Trucking by email:[email protected]   Jason wants to be sure and thank those who helped him along the way.  First and foremost, his amazing wife Emily and his children!    Also, Joe and Dana @ J&D Hill Farms and Joe Hill Consulting  Parker Warner @ Flying J Trucking

Thank you again to our friends at B&K Auto for helping to bring the magic live and all up in your kitchen!  We couldn't do it without them. Remember to listen for the exclusive Far Reaches promo code as well.  Be sure and check out B&K for parts, scrap and just to thank them for making all this possible!    The gang is all back, and all have been busy!  Ralls and Richard are dealing with calving and a wild spring.  Joel is up to his eyes in darts and cooking steaks.  Micah is fresh back from the Daytona 500 and freezing his arse off in Wisconsin the next week.   The gang give a classic Reach Around and cover some of the in your face topics that they love to dive into.  It is a slow time in the world, so they struggle to find anything to talk about!    Richard and Ralls have been extra busy, so they hadn't watched the last entertainment spotlight, Old Henry...That doesn't stop Ralls from picking the next one too, Open Range!  Another great western classic!     This episode is stuffed full of classic Reaching and one you are sure to save for a snowy day.  Sit down, strap in, and listen up ya'll.  And remember, Keep on Reachin!

Hang on kids, all the Reacher's are back and on point!  Thank you again to the amazing folks at B&K Auto for making all this brilliance and pontification to the world.  Remember, listen to this episode to get the Far Reaches Promo code!    The gang are all in fine form and cover the spectrum on the very slow week in news! HA!  The next entertainment is the recent and soon to be classic film, Old Henry. Be sure to watch and send us your thoughts! ...https://www.imdb.com/video/vi961003545?playlistId=tt12731980 They cover the spectrum and lay down the law, so strap in tight and have some fun!  And remember, keep on Reachin!