Todd Western on Being a Black Farmer in Iowa

Todd Western III talks about the legacy of being from one of the first black farming families in Iowa, building community between black farmers, and the inaugural Iowa Farmers of Color Conference.

Pete Kerns Looks for Lost Pigs

Pete Kerns remembers when his pigs escape into the woods of Iowa, and the week of searching with community members that ensued.

Lizzie Cusick, a Cat, and a Goose

Lizzie Cusick shares early memories of her grandfather's farm, and a surprise trade of a loving cat for a angry goose.

Tom Cotter Remembers His Dad

Tom Cotter is a fourth generation farmer from Austin, MN. He shares about the death of his dad, and appreciating the gift of storytelling in the field.

Jim Sayers and Donna Prizgintas

Jim Sayers (77) and Donna Prizgintas talk about his memories of growing on a farm in Humboldt, Iowa, the transition of the farm through generations and his hope for the future of the land and his family.

Gwen Benner interview of Margaret Sohm about her life growing up in rural Iowa in the 60's.

Gwen Benner: 2020-08-25 20:51:30 Gwen Benner talks with Margaret Sohm about her memories of life in rural Iowa and growing up from an adolescent to a young bride in college.

Words for Life

Chris tells shares with me what life was like growing up in the 80’s and what he has learned through his life that he believes is valuable to the people of today.