Goat Gab

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By: Laura Warren-Hughes and Cameron Jodlowski

A podcast by Goat People for Goat People! Between Laura and Cameron, the two have been raising, showing, milking, and managing goats for over 50 years. Tune in twice a month to listen to industry experts on all things dairy goats!

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The Canadian Connection w/ Adam Scanlan
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This and That
#157
10/10/2026

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Cameron and Laura catch up and share thoughts on the upcoming ADGA Convention.


2026 ADGA National Show Recap
#156
07/09/2026

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Cameron and Laura return for a recap of the ADGA National Show. 


Your Guide to Online Sales w/ Brenden Kuesel
03/30/2026

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CD&Ts 101 w/ Dr. Yalonda Burton & Dr. Katie Jackson
03/01/2026

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Talkin' Trailers with Tim Rake
#155
01/28/2026

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Are you drooling over new trailer ideas as a way to re-invest your tax refund?  Or just need some ideas on what you should consider in upgrading and maintaining your current chariot?  Tim Rake from I-39 Supply in Portage, WI joins Cameron and Laura to talk all things trailers.




The Episode Where We Talk About 6,7 with Craig Koopman
01/12/2026

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Gabbing All the Way with Joseph Larson
12/31/2025

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Everything Will Be Awesome
#149
11/17/2025

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We are back after a break......discussing the "longest breeding season," why Laura didn't do any AI breedings this year, reproductive technology, and some highlights from the 2025 ADGA Convention.  An informal "just gabbing" episode.


The Quest For Purple & Gold with Tom Considine
10/08/2025

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Know Your Lines
#147
09/24/2025

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On this episode of Goat Gab, Cameron and Laura are joined by Dr. Ed Jodlowski in a discussion about knowing your lines.....how knowledge of what is behind animals in pedigrees can positively (or negatively) impact your breeding plans.


Making Plans for World Domination
09/11/2025

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We are bacccckkkkk!!! Join in as Cameron and Laura visit on plans to dominate the world....or create their breeding list!


2025 ADGA National Show Recap
#144
07/30/2025

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We shared our "top 5 to do at the National Show" in our last episode, and this week we are sharing what our top 5 take aways were.  Join us for a fun recap of the 2025 ADGA National Show in Grand Island, NE.


National Show Top 5
#143
07/09/2025

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On this episode of Goat Gab, Laura and Cameron share their "top 5" to do's for the ADGA National Show.


Take a Walk Down Tangent Lane
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06/27/2025

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This return of Goat Gab we hit a wide array of topics. Welcome to Tangent Lane!


Show Prep Part 1 2025
05/11/2025

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We are back!  Cameron and Laura talk ADGA News, online sales, and then revisit show prep for 2025.  


March Madness
#138
04/03/2025

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Our March has been crazy--how about yours?  On this episode of Goat Gab, Cameron and Laura hit on several topics of "madness..." kidding, purchasing semen tanks, ADGA and etc.


What If?
#137
03/05/2025

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On this episode of Goat Gab, Laura and Cameron discuss some "what if's" in the dairy goat world.....come join us in some fantasy/outside the box dreaming and see if you agree.


Cracking the Casein Allele with LaDonna Foley
02/19/2025

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This week Cameron and Laura sit down with LaDonna Foley of Foley Farm Toggenburgs as we discuss the casein alleles in dairy goats.


Find Foley Farms Toggenburgs on the internet HERE: https://ladonnafoley.wixsite.com/foleyfarms


Becoming the Goat Doula with Robyn Van Wyk
02/05/2025

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This week Laura and Cameron sit down with Robyn Van Wyk to discuss 2025 kidding preparations. 

Find more info about Van Wyk Acres- HERE- https://www.facebook.com/vanwykacres


Catching Up with Craig Koopmann 2025
#154
01/24/2025

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Our annual "gab" with Mr. Craig Koopmann of Pleasant-Grove Dairy Goats focuses on the commercial dairy market, dairy goat sales, running a dairy and choosing animals for shows.  


New Year, New You
01/08/2025

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Our annual goal feature where Cameron and Laura discuss accountability, herd goals, and what we hope 2025 will hold.


Potpourri 2024
12/21/2024

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On this week's episode of Goat Gab, Cameron and Laura end the year with an episode that captures the essence of "gabbing about goats".....topics that are on our minds.  


Santa's List for the Dairy Goat Enthusiast
12/04/2024

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On this week's episode of Goat Gab, Laura and Cameron accept the assignment of being Santa's helpers in seeking out the best gift options for the dairy goat enthusiasts in your life.  


Size Matters with Ringside Part 2
11/20/2024

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This week we bury the hatchet! Laura and Cameron continue their discussion with Ringside co-hosts Danielle and Jon on herd size and breaking down small, medium, big herd sizes! 


To Breed or To Buy: That is the Question
11/13/2024

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Laura and Cameron break down the old debate of is it better to breed or to buy? And what the dairy goat community thinks of buying goats vs the breeding of goats for a herd.


Being the Bigger Breeder
#148
11/07/2024

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On this episode of Goat Gab, Cameron and Laura talk about what it takes to be a better breeder--or the "bigger breeder" in the way you treat other breeders and buyers.  


2024 ADGA Convention Youth!
#147
10/31/2024

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Join us for our annual youth recording--a visit with the amazing and outstanding 2024 ADGA Youth who attended our National Convention held in Lake Geneva, WI.  


Keeping Up with the Bensons
#146
10/02/2024

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Meet Heidi and Jason Benson--a dairying duo from Wisconsin that make you wish you lived next door.  This week Cameron and Laura talk about their unique dairy operation and their venture into the ADGA show ring.  

By the way--happy 4th birthday to our Podcast!


Come to Lake Geneva--2024 ADGA Convention! with Anna Thompson-Hajdik
#145
09/16/2024

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Do you have thoughts about attending the 2024 ADGA Convention to be held in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin?  Anna Thompson-Hajdik, the local convention chair, gives you the inside scoop on what to expect and why YOU don't want to miss all of the excitement this October!


The Yearling Debate w/ Jill Pritchett and Chuck Pederson
09/04/2024

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This week Laura and Cameron sit down with Jill Pritchett and Chuck Pederson of J-Haven Acres to discuss the yearling debate: dry or freshen. We visit with with the two on traits, decision making tips, stories and a whole of experience between the two of them! 

See the J-Haven Herd at https://www.jhavenacres.net


The Best Laid Plans
#143
08/23/2024

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This week Cameron and Laura talk about breeding plans, herd goals, and the importance of having these made.  


Rehash and Regroup
#142
07/31/2024

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On this episode of Goat Gab, Cameron and Laura discuss their experience at the 2024 ADGA National Show--what was learned and how that impacts future goals.  It's a long episode....but there is a hidden gem at the end.


THE National Show Preparations Part #2
#141
07/11/2024

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The ADGA Youth Events with The Experts
#140
07/05/2024

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This week we sit down and talk about all things ADGA National Show YOUTH EVENTS not with adults, but with the people that actually do them- YOUTH! Laura and Cameron are joined by Regan Arney, Travis Arney and Bella Duong to discuss the ADGA Youth Events and give YOU tips and tricks to succeed on the big stage.


Small Herd on the Big Stage
#139
06/26/2024

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Are you a small herd, and wondered why you should consider attending a National Show?  On this episode of Goat Gab, Laura and Cameron visit with Megan and Jennifer Lawrence of Jen-Ma-Ka Kids, a small herd that has made a big impact on Lamanchas and Saanens throughout the United States.  


THE National Show Preparations Part #1
#138
06/12/2024

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Laura and Cameron sit down to discuss what you should be doing you as prepare for the ADGA National Show for 2024


Show Prep 2024--the one with the Goats
#137
05/15/2024

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On our second part focusing on show prep, we welcome special guest Erika Streeter to talk about traveling with dairy goats.  Join us for. a laid back, around the tack pen discussion with laughs and fun!


Show Prep 2024--The Equipment Edition
#136
04/24/2024

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It's almost show season!  On this week's episode of Goat Gab, Cameron and Laura talk about preparation of your necessary equipment.  


Show Prep 2024--The Equipment Edition
#136
04/24/2024

It's almost show season, and this week on Goat Gab we are chatting about show preparation--focusing on the equipment side of things.