Way Out West! with the Colorado FFA Foundation
From corn farmer to cowboy, we want to hear voices that know western life and agricultural ties. Each week, we will be speaking with various leaders, businesspeople, policy makers, advocates, personalities, and everyone in between. You see, we're not just passionate about agriculture, but we’re interested in showcasing the people who feed America and getting to know what they’re all about!
This podcast is hosted by Aidan Datteri, a past Colorado FFA State Officer and fifth-generation agriculturalist who has a passion and intrigue for all things agriculture.
Way Out West! with the Colorado FFA Foundation
Latest Episodes
WOW! Ep. 21: Talking Ag Legislation w/ Colorado Representative Dusty Johnson
In this episode, we sit down with Colorado State Representative Dusty Johnson (HD 63) to discuss the intersection of policy and production agriculture. Drawing on her roots in 4-H, FFA, and her role on the House Agriculture, Water & Natural...
WOW! Ep. 20: 5 Rivers CEO and President- Mike Thoren
This week on Way Out West, we sit down with Mike Thoren, the President and CEO of Five Rivers Cattle Feeding, the largest cattle feeding operation in the world. Mike takes us behind the scenes of his impressive career, ch...
WOW! Ep. 19: Teacher Takeover! with Mr. Fong and Ms. Grimes
This week on Way Out West, we are shining a light on the frontline of agricultural literacy with a dynamic conversation featuring two exceptional educators: Mr. Fong of Pagosa Springs High School and FFA and Ms. Grimes of...
WOW! Ep. 18: Travis Grant- CEO of the Colorado Livestock Association
In this episode, we sit down with Travis Grant, the Chief Executive Officer of the Colorado Livestock Association (CLA), to look at the shifting landscape of Colorado’s $48-billion livestock industry. From the state legislature to...
WOW! Ep. 17- Beef is a Specialty with Dr. Ryan Rhoades
Today, we get to sit down with Dr. Ryan Rhoades, who is CSU Extension's Beef Specialist and professor at the university. In this conversation, we hear more about Dr. Rhoades background, personal and professional interests, and his deep wealth o...
