Ringside: An American Dairy Goat Podcast
Ringside: An American Dairy Goat Podcast brings you expert insights, real talk and barnyard banter on all thing's dairy goats, from breeding and showing to management and milk production, Jon Kain and Danielle Carolei guide you on your journey with dairy goats.
The Bounty Fit for a Queen with Scott Bice of Vineyard View and Redwood Hills (Spotlight Sale Special)
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This episode the crew sits with Scott Bice to talk about Saanen doe kid Vineyard View Yuzu Kapi'olani and Alpine buck kid Redwood Hills Titan Bounty who he and sister Jennifer consigned into this year's spotlight sale. Join in to hear what makes Kapi'olani so royal and why the bounty is endless with bounty!
Redwood Hills website Spotlight Feature
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Spotlight Sale Special ft. Evie Harry, Trinity Smith and TeCoa Stroda
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Join Jon and Danielle as they interview more ADGA Spotlight Sale consigners. They talk about the purebred Toggenburg with Evie Harry, the LaMancha breeders trio with Trinity Smith and the Oberhasli with TeCoa Stroda.
Goat-Sans breeders Trio
Evie's Neon Lucerne
Cream-of=Kansas' Sugar Berry
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Spotlight Sale Special ft. Renee Wolf, Lacey Yates and Sarah Martin
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join Jon and Danielle as they sit down with Renee Wolf (Wolfivan Ranch) Sarah Martin (Kenzie's Dairy Goats) and Lacey Yates (Raising Arrow Nubians) to talk about their ADGA Spotlight Sale Consignments
Wolfivan Island Root
Raising Arrows Sweet Devotion
Kenzie's WLM Astoria
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Spotlight Sale Special ft. Thanh Duong and Sarah Martin
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On this week's first spotlight sale special episode we welcome Thanh Duong of CA Blackberrys. A wonderful herd and family who raise nationally recognized nubians and nigerians. Thanh sits down with us to talk about their nubian buck kid in the spotlight sale CA Blackberry's CM Isomalt then we sit down with Sarah Martin to talk about her recorded grade lamancha type doe kid in the sale Kenzie's FIF Dixie
Spotlight Sale Special ft. Erica & Jackson Noble and Meredith Lund!
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We're heading to Nationals to spotlight the animals consigned to the spotlight sale!
3G Family Farm Golden Dragon
Hoosier Homestead Vic’s Kaiser
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The Resurrection of the Spotlight Sale with Joseph Larson (Spotlight Special)
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After being declared dead last fall, the ADGA Spotlight Sale is back and it's rising with style! This week, we're joined by Joseph Larson co-char of the Spotlight Sale committee and breeder of one of this year's featured bucks, a Toggenburg named Michael Scott? We dive into what led to the sale's cancellation in 2024, how the committee brought it back to 2025 and what changes breeders can expect this year, We then dive into what makes Michael Scott so special and why he'll make any Togg breeder dig into their pockets looking for big bil...
Barn Hacks ft. the Community and AI?! (Dairy Goat Awareness Week Special Episode)
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This ones for the robots! We're wrapping up Dairy Goat Awareness Week by featuring the listeners and robocop, of course
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Cracking the Algorithm with Goats: DaNelle Wolford of Weed 'Em & Reap!
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This Dairy Goat Awareness Week special episode is all about making goats accessible and how DaNelle does it! How does she educate the masses, how hard has she been bitten by the show bug and is she ready to retire from YouTube? Listen in to find out!
Weed 'em & Reap
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Ask us Anything- Dairy Goat Awareness Week Edition!
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This episode is an AMA full of questions submitted by our listeners, did your special question got the answer you expected?
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Cull 'Til You Cry, Keep What Makes You Weep: Hard Decisions with Dr. Kirt Schnipke
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In this episode we're joined by Dr. Kirt Schnipke for a deep dive into the tough decisions that shape a successful breeding program. Kirt shares his approach to selecting promising kids, knowing when to refresh your does lines, and how to evaluate bucks with a critical eye. We talk about the emotional side of culling, why moving on from even good animals can be necessary, and how sending quality stock to new herds can strengthen the breed overall. Whether you're making cuts or keeping with conviction this episode is all about making meaningful cho...
ADGA Youth Rep Belle Duong (Dairy Goat Awareness Week Special Episode)
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It's Dairy Goat Awareness Week and we're putting the future in focus. This special episode, Jon and Danielle sit down with ADGA Youth Representative Belle Duong to talk about what it means to be a young leader in the dairy goat world. Belle shares her journey in the industry, how youth programs are shaping the next generation of breeders, and what she's doing to promote dairy goats.
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Conditioning Champions: Beth Williams on Feeding Nigerian Dwarfs!
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In this week's episode of Ringside, we're diving deep into the feed scoop... literally! While Jon and Danielle may not raise Nigerians themselves, they knew just who to call for expert insight, Beth Williams of Tucker Farm- Moon Station Nigerian Dwarf Goats. As one of the top breeders in the country, Beth joins us to break down how to feed Nigerian Dwarfs for peak performance in the milk pail and show ring. From prepping for that first local show to maintaining that champion bloom all season long, we're talking nutrition strategies, conditioning tips and...
Fork in the Road- How Your Decisions Impact Your Herd's Development
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Every breeder hits that fort in the road where they have decisions to make, will they continue to just meet the bare minimum or will they go the extra mile to make their herd great?
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Exhibitor Etiquette: The Unwritten Rules of the Ring!
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Whether you're brand new to the goat show scene or a seasoned exhibitor, there's one thing we all need to bring to the ring, RESPECT. In this episode of Ringside, Jon and Danielle dive into the unspoken rules of dairy goat show etiquette. Fro touching other people's animals s(don't) to ringside trash talk, we're laying it all out with a ix of humor, real talk and a little tough love.
We share our biggest show ring pet peeves, the small courtesies that make a big difference and how to be the...
Udder Clarity: Mastitis in Dairy Goats with Dr. Anne Jones
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In this episode Dr. Anne Jones of Latte Da Dairy in Texas joins Danielle and Jon to talk about clinical and subclinical mastitis. They talk about how it effects the udder, how to care for the udder and how to test and treat mastitis.
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Latte Da Dairy Goats
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Pink Pants, Big Wins and Bigger Rants!
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Now that kidding season is finished with the Ringside hosts, show season has quickly become the focus. Listen in as Danielle and Jon talk about their first two weeks of showing their goats and how they did. Listen in as jon rants about current things in the industry that bother him.
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The Ultimate Milk Machine Guide with Capralite's Jason Porter
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This week Jon and Danielle turn on their milk machines with Jason Porter and discuss the in's and out's of milk machines. The daily care and upkeep to keep your machine working correctly, simple tips to make life easier with your milk machine and insights on how it should be running. If you're looking into getting a new machine or just want some pointers, this episode is for you. In the market for a new machine? Ringside has you covered! If you make a purchase on the Capralite website you can receive 5% off y...
Burnout in the Barn
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This week Danielle and Jon talk about being burned out and how exhaustion and lack of passion can lead to issues and how simple things can make life on the farm easier every day.
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The Final Lap- Wrapping Up Lap AI with Tyler Ramirez
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This week Jon, Danielle and Tyler of Casa Ram Dairy Goats sit down and talk about the results of their lap ai session now that the kids are born. Find out who found success, what they would do differently and if they'd consider doing it in the future.
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From Kids to Champions: Raising Kids Right Part 2
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In part 2 of our "Raising Kids Right" series, we're diving into the daily care and practices that help turn those adorable babies into thriving future champions, We cover everything from preventing and managing coccidia, to bottle feeding techniques, introducing hay and grain and creating a safe and healthy barn environment for your kids.
Technical difficulties almost got us this time but we're still here
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From Kids to Champions: Raising Kids Right Part 1
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Raising a champion dairy goat starts long before they step into the show ring. It begins the moment that kid hits the ground. In this episode of Ringside we're kicking off part one of our deep dive into raising kids the right way. From evaluating newborns for show potential to setting them up for success with proper handling. We're covering everything you need to know about those crucial early months of that kid's life.
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Commercial Dairy Trends with Seth Loudenbeck
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In this episode of Ringside, we sit down with Seth Loudenbeck of Loudenbeck Farms Dairy Goats LLC to explore the future of the dairy industry. From emerging trends to the challenges and innovations shaping the field. Seth shares valuable insights on where the industry is headed, Whether you're a seasoned breeder or just curious about the evolving commercial side of the dairy goat world, this episode offers a fascinating look at what's next to come.
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When Kidding Goes Sideways: Troubleshooting Goat Births with Briana Desfosses
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Kidding season is full of surprises- some wonderful, some downright stressful! In this episode of Ringside, we're joined by Briana Desfosses to talk about everything from textbook deliveries to the most challenging dystocias. We discuss the signs of trouble, when to intervene, and how to handle mispresentations, breech births, and stuck kids. Whether you're a seasoned breeder or experiencing your first kidding season, this episode is packed with expert advice, real life stories, and practical tips to help you navigate the highs and lows of kidding.
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Raiding The Keeper Pen with Cameron and Katherine Jodlowski
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Online sales are a new concept to the dairy goat world. Last year, Cameron and Katherine Jodlowski started "the keeper pen sale" to help move dairy goats to the current century. This year they hold their 2nd keeper pen sale with numerous breeders from across the country, offering up the best genetics they can for the sale. Find out what drove the Jodlowski's to start the sale and how they curate it to hopefully offer something for anyone looking for their next keeper.
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Industry Trends You Need to Know
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This week the Ringside Crew talks about emerging trends in the dairy goat industry that the listeners should be aware of. Some of them for the better and some for the worse... tune in and you decide if you agree with their take on Industry trends you need to know!
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The Etiquette for Buying and Selling Goats
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Once goat kids start to hit the ground across the country, everyone seems to switch gears to buying or selling goats. There are ways to keep everyone happy during those transactions and today Ringside is here to help you figure out the etiquette behind buying and selling goats.
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Hot Button Topics (Winter 2025 Edition)
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In this episode we get so heated that Danielle has to publicly apologize to Jon...
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The Wolfivan Way: Renee Wolf's Path to Breeding Excellent Goats
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In this episode, we're diving deep into the breeding program at Wolfivan Ranch with Renne Wolf. Known for her impressive herd of Nigerian Dwarf Goats, Renee has rapidly built a reputation for excellence in the world of dairy goats. From developing a successful breeding stategy to earning accolades at a national level, Renee shares the secrets behind her herd's success.
-Join us as we discuss the Wolfivan Way= Renee's approach to breeding, her thoughts on linebreeding, performance programs, and what it takes to build a competitive herd. Whether you're just starting out...
Winter Goat Wellness: Nutrition and Care During the Dry Period with Morgan Allen
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When goats aren't milking and they're main focus is growing kids and staving off the cold, some farmers have a hard time balancing how to keep everyone in good shape. Jon and Danielle are joined by Morgan Allen of Haycreek Farm to discuss balancing nutrition so your goats can remain fit without growing huge kids and bigger bellies.
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Shop 'til The Kids Drop!
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Let's go shopping! That's right, Danielle and Jon are filling everyone in on whats in their kidding boxes and what they keep on hand when the magic of kidding season starts! Find our kidding supply lister on our website!
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Diving Into ADGA Genetics with Gene Dershewitz
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This week Jon is flying solo and decides to take a deep dive into ADGA Genetics with guest Gene Dershewitz! They don't just talk about the program itself, but they talk about utilizing certain features like searching for type and how to read the reliability of a buck.
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Your Guide to Becoming Kidding Season Preppers!
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This week Danielle and Jon discuss how they prep their does, their facilities and their lives for kidding season. Seriously, they talk about everything from clipping udders, prepping your milk machine to making sure you have enough towels. This is the episode where we talk everything kidding season prep!
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Exploring Canada with Ed Cavanagh
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After a much-needed break for the Holidays, your faithful hosts return and are joined by Ed Cavanagh to discuss how things are done in Canada when it comes to dairy goats. Find out what makes Canadian dairy goats so special and the challenges breeders face every day to be creative and mindful of their breeding.
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Goldenbrooke Dairy Goats
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Accountability By Setting Goals
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This week Danielle and Jon reflect on the 2024 season and the goals they had set. They think about the coming year and what they'd like to accomplish!
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What's The Policy?
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Do you take deposits when people put reservations on your goats? Do you make your buyers pay for health testing? Is it really that big of a deal if Jon's Spotify Unwrapped called him a Swifty? Find out on this episode of Ringside as we unwrap the policies, philosophies and practices of some breeders.
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Ringside Gets Judgy, Year 3!
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This week Danielle and Jon weigh in on a few reddit stories that need to be judged! One story the AITA author yelled at her boyfriend for selling buck rags, another wanted to start a creamery verses a goat yoga minded sibling. We hear about sheep? And a AITA for kicking out a roommate? Tune in to year 3 of Ringside getting judgy!
Collecting Bucks with CryoCaprine
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It's buck collection day and Jon and Danielle sit down with CryoCaprine owner Levi Campbell and assistant Jake Bradford to talk about the collection process and the do's and don'ts along the way. Schedule your stop with CryoCaprine today!
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Size Matters with Goat Gab Part 1
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what's it like to have a large herd? How about medium or small? Theres a different perspective for everyone based on herd size and purpose. Today Ringside is joined by fellow goat podcasters Cameron and Laura from Goat Gab. Listen in as the collab of the century (in the dairy goat world at least) unfolds and they all weigh in on the topic at hand.
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Lap AI Road Trip with Tyler Ramirez and Maeve
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Let's go on an adventure!! Today the Ringside crew with Tyler and Maeve in tow hit the road to Tufts to laparoscopic ai their goats. Find out how the trip went, why dunkin is for the birds (unless they sponsor us) and how the goats looked at time of the AI.
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Pioneer Breeder Karyl Dronen of Historic Herd Body Shop's
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This week we are joined by pioneer award winner Karyl Dronen of the newly crowned historic herd Body Shops. Karyl has bred some of the most influential oberhasli in the breed and some pretty special nigerian dwarf goats as well. She is one of the newest recipients of the Pioneer award handed out by ADGA and her herd name was set in the history books as a historic herd as well this year. Listen in to her life experiences the cherry pie days and so much more.
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