Cow Girl Talk

#33: In today’s episode of Cow Girl Talk, we’re thrilled to welcome two incredible women in agriculture, Amanda Borkowski and Katelin Benkoski! As fellow women in the dairy industry, we’re diving into a topic that has shaped all of our careers—the power of networking and building meaningful relationships.

Agriculture, especially dairy, often places many of us in rural areas, making it easy to feel isolated. With a smaller number of women in the industry, finding a supportive community can make all the difference. Today, Amanda, Katelin, Emily and Becca will share personal stories, experiences, and insights on how we’ve navigated these challenges and built connections that have empowered them professionally and personally.

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Plus, we’re wrapping up with our favorite travel hacks and products—perfect for those upcoming conferences or trips!

Tune in for an inspiring conversation full of actionable advice and heartfelt stories that’ll help you build your network and embrace the power of community!

You can learn more about the Dairy Girl Network National Conference happening from November 5th-7th in Kansas City, Missouri HERE: https://dairygirlnetwork.com/forward-together-registration/

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#32: In this episode, we dive into the concept of a Dopamine Menu—a curated list of small, joyful activities to boost your mood and keep you from falling into unhelpful habits like doom-scrolling. Inspired by social media, we talk about how creating this menu helps you embrace and enjoy the present moment.

Emily and Becca share their Highs, Lows, and Buffalos for the week, plus their personal Dopamine Menus—featuring everything from morning coffee rituals to decluttering and listening to great playlists. We also explore how being intentional with these small joys can make your daily life feel more fulfilling.

If you’re ready to “polish the present” and find more happiness in everyday moments, this episode is for you!

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#31: In the season 4 premiere of Cow Girl Talk, Emily and Becca dive into their August adventures, aka their summer break! Emily talks about all of the fun details from her first-ever women’s retreat in Costa Rica, Becca vents her frustrations about the seemingly endless house-hunting process, and we talk about all of the real life moments in between.

The sisters also engage in a lively debate over the official start of fall and the question of how early is too early to embrace the season. Join Emmy and Becca as they kick off the new season with candid conversations and plenty of laughs. Don’t miss the kick off of season 4!

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#30: In this episode, Emily and Becca interview Lindsey Rucks Pettit, a fourth generation Dairy farmer in Florida. Or more commonly known as the South Florida ice cream queen as we like to call her!

Lindsey shares her story of growing up on their family dairy farm and what led them to build an ice cream and milk bottling  business. Along with how she comes up with such unique and amazing flavors (they have over 60 flavors!!).

We wrap it up with Lindsey explaining how agritourism and “agritainment”  has helped build their business, and how she does all of this while also stepping into her role as a newer mom.

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#29: In this episode, Emily takes the reins as interviewer, turning the spotlight on her cohost Becca!

They dive into Becca's remarkable journey over the past decade in the corporate world, exploring how she's embraced the role of a “corporate cowgirl.” Becca candidly shares her invaluable insights and experiences, highlighting her best advice for navigating the corporate landscape and revealing the challenges she has faced as an employee rather than an entrepreneur.

Wrapping up on a lighter note, they share their top picks for summer coffee flavors, which surprise… the answer is more than one.

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#28: Join Emily and Becca this week as they dive into "Healthy Girl Summer," their take on the classic hot girl summer vibes.

Tune in for updates on the simplest and most effective strategies to maintain your physical and mental well-being throughout the sunny season, owning the body you’re in and embracing the joy of summer without sacrificing your health goals.

From nutrition tips to clever planning hacks and exercise routines, they share insightful ideas to help you feel your best. Don't miss out on their discussion filled with practical advice for a summer that's both fun and fulfilling!

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#27: Join Emily and Becca in this episode of their podcast as they sit down with Ashley Hagenow, the 76th Alice in Dairyland!

Ashley shares her journey to becoming Alice, giving insights into the responsibilities and joys of representing Wisconsin agriculture. From unexpected adventures to lesser-known facets of the industry, Ashley paints a vivid picture of her experiences.

The episode culminates in a delightful discussion about everyone's favorite ice cream flavors, including imaginative new creations, just in time to celebrate July as Ice Cream Month. Tune in for a blend of agricultural wisdom and sweet summer treats!

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#26: As it’s summer fair season, join Emily and Becca this week as they share laughter and stories about their experiences in 4-H and FFA, reminiscing about their best, worst, and most hilarious memories from those days.

From raising animals to competing in dairy shows and judging contests, they explore how the skills they acquired in these organizations have shaped their adult lives and careers. This episode wraps up with their weekly obsession, their favorite tunes of the summer, creating a perfect blend of nostalgia and sisters cackling together (you’ll just have to tune in to hear some of these weird, and maybe exaggerated, stories).

Don't miss out on this delightful journey down memory lane with Becca and Emmy!

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#25: In this episode, Becca and Emily are fan-girling as they sit down with Dr. Frank Mitloehner, popularly known on social media as the GHGGuru. They explore his journey from Germany to the U.S., and his passionate commitment to sustainability. Dr. Mitloehner shares compelling insights into why he champions animal agriculture globally, shedding light on its positive contributions often overlooked in environmental discussions.

This interview shares incredible wisdom and pivotal facts that challenge listeners to reconsider their perspectives on agriculture's impact, which includes self reflection on personal carbon footprints, from dietary choices (eating meat vs. eliminating it), to travel habits.

Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation that promises to reshape your understanding of sustainability and carbon emissions, especially around animal agriculture. He also shares his biggest culture shock coming from Germany to Texas, and winning his first bet (hint: it’s an eating challenge and everything is bigger in Texas).

You can find Frank on X and Instagram at “GHGGuru”, and find more resources about what we talked about in this episode at https://clear.ucdavis.edu/

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#24: Join Emily and Becca in this week's episode as they TALK ALL THINGS DAIRY!

June is Dairy Month, and the cow girls explore its roots and significance, and share why dairy is a powerhouse of nutrition, versatility, and value. They also get a little heated discussing common myths surrounding milk and dairy farming, and they offer insights and opinions that challenge common misconceptions.

To close out their conversation, they indulge in the ultimate dairy debate: picking their favorite dairy product, which might end up being harder to do than anticipated.

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