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Land Investor episodes

May 07 Revisited: Todd Graham on Optimizing Ranch Performance
Over two years after it first aired, Todd Graham's episode on optimizing ranch performance remains one of the most actionable conversations we've published. This week, Matt and Ryan revisited it with fresh commentary — connecting Todd's framework on stock water, grazing distribution, and the "performance trough" directly to what they're seeing in today's market. With cattle markets staying tight, operating costs running high, and investor-backed buyers demanding real execution over aesthetics, this one hits differently in 2026. If you're buying, selling, or simply trying to understand what separates a ranch that pencils from one that doesn't, this one's worth your time.

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Learn more about Todd Graham and Ranch Advisory Partners at https://www.ranchadvisory.com/people
1 hr 24 min
April 16 How to Buy a Ranch: Buyer Readiness Checklist
In this episode of the Land Investor podcast, Matt and Ryan break down what it takes to enter the land market as a prepared, credible buyer. They cover how to define your intent, choose the right broker, demonstrate financial readiness, plan efficient property tours, and navigate diligence and offer strategy with more confidence.

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56 min
April 02 Preparing Your Ranch for Market
In this episode of Land Investor, Matt and Ryan walk through the practical steps ranch owners can take before bringing a property to market, from aligning family decision-makers and pricing strategically to organizing records, improving showability, and addressing maintenance concerns. The conversation focuses on reducing buyer uncertainty, protecting seller leverage, and presenting a ranch with a clear, credible story that supports stronger outcomes. Subscribe now at https://landinvestor.com/ Check out what we are doing over at Fay Ranches, https://fayranches.com/
55 min
March 19 The Return of the Cattle Ranch: Why Grass Is Driving Land Value
Operational cattle ranches are gaining renewed attention in the Western land market. In this episode of the Land Investor podcast, Matt and Ryan discuss why strong beef demand, limited cattle supply, and the value of grass and water are shifting how buyers evaluate ranches. They break down what sophisticated investors look for, from carrying capacity to infrastructure, and where buyers can get into trouble. If you're curious why working ranches are having a moment again, this conversation explains what's driving it.

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36 min
March 05 How Private Landowners Fund Conservation in the West
In this episode of the Land Investor podcast, Western Landowners Alliance CEO and founding member Lesli Allison joins Matt and Ryan to break down how private land stewardship strengthens wildlife habitat, water resources, and the long-term health of working lands across the American West. The conversation centers on a new report quantifying $407 million in annual out-of-pocket conservation investment by Western landowners, and what that data reveals about public-private partnerships, policy, and practical stewardship on the ground.

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Learn more about Lesli Allison and Western Landowners Alliance at https://westernlandowners.org/team/lesli-allison/
55 min
February 19 Bison, Biodiversity, and Building a Ranch
What does it look like to go from suburban Chicago and environmental policy to starting a bison ranch from scratch in Montana? Matt and Ryan sit down with Matt Skoglund of North Bridger Bison Ranch for a practical look at bison production, rotational grazing designed to mirror natural movement, and why biodiversity matters on a working landscape. They also dig into conservation easements, navigating neighbor dynamics, and the "field harvest" model that connects buyers directly to the source of their food.

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Learn more about Matt Skoglund and North Bridger Bison Ranch at https://www.northbridgerbison.com/our-story
1 hr 27 min
February 05 Top Seller Questions for 2026
In this episode of the Land Investor podcast, Matt and Ryan break down the most important questions sellers can ask in 2026 to position a ranch, farm, or recreational property for a strong, defensible sale. They explain unbiased comps, building a clear story backed by proof, and how early inspections and addressing water, access, and title issues can keep a transaction moving smoothly to closing.

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31 min
January 22 Top Buyer Questions for 2026
In this episode of the Land Investor podcast, Matt and Ryan break down the top questions buyers are asking as they evaluate ranches and recreational land in 2026, from water rights and access to insurance, pricing, and exit strategy considerations. Drawing on real-world transactions, they explain how informed buyers can reduce risk, validate value, and avoid late-stage surprises by asking the right questions early in the process. Subscribe now at https://landinvestor.com/subscribe Check out what we are doing over at Fay Ranches, https://fayranches.com/
53 min
January 08 Modern Ranch Management at Scale with Justin Howe from A Bar A Ranch
In this episode of the Land Investor Podcast, hosts Matt and Ryan sit down with Justin Howe, manager of the iconic A Bar A Ranch in Wyoming, for an in-depth discussion on modern ranch management in the American West. Drawing on decades of on-the-ground experience, Justin explains how today's ranch managers balance cattle operations, guest ranch hospitality, conservation initiatives, technology, and landowner goals to steward large-scale working landscapes effectively.

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Learn more about Justin Howe at https://www.abararanch.com/about/meet-the-ranch-leadership-team/
56 min
December 18, 2025 2025 Highlights: The Conversations Shaping Landownership Today
This end-of-year episode of the Land Investor podcast brings Matt and Ryan together for a thoughtful recap of 2025, highlighting standout conversations on land investment, stewardship, and the forces shaping ownership across America. Through select clips and commentary, they revisit timely discussions on cattle markets, land management, public lands, and the cultural tensions surrounding land use. This episode offers a clear-eyed look at why these topics continue to matter and sets the stage for the conversations ahead in the coming year.

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29 min

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Agents at Fay Ranches have the opportunity to ride around in trucks, or side by sides, or helicopters…with some of the world's most interesting people. They see the most beautiful landscapes, gain knowledge on an incredible array of topics, and accumulate some outrageous stories. Laugh and learn through interviews and stories centered around land investing, hunting and fishing, conservation, and anything else loosely related to our passions. The cast of characters will be diverse, with guests including land investors, hunting and fishing guides, executives, relevant topic experts, and random folks who will make you laugh aloud while sharing relevant (or irrelevant) knowledge.