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Who am I?
Marketer. Writer. Podcaster. City boy turned country novice exploring what it means to live and love life in the Hudson Valley. Moved from the city to the country (New York City > Hudson Valley) and love it so much, have become a champion for others doing the same part or full time. Started the Cidiot podcast about the journey and my area and keep finding others doing the same in other parts of the country.
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What is my podcast about and/or how does it relate to the playlist topic you chose?
Cidiot is rooted in the personal experience of moving from New York City to a small town in the Hudson Valley. Its themes of appreciating the land and adapting to rural life can be applied nearly anywhere there are more cows than cars, and more trees than telephone poles.
What is my podcast playlist about?
There are many rural and regional podcasts based in a particular geography, so I’m highlighting a few favorites with appeal far beyond their physical borders.
1. The Cabincast
Why this podcast?
Positioned as “Your getaway primer,” this Wisconsin-based podcast is hosted by Kristin Lenz and Erik Torgeson and focuses on the lake and woods versus the farms and pastures. As Torgeson told me, “It’s all about making the most of your time spent in your special place.” Episodes include entertaining guests, local legends, music recommendations, and spotlights on various towns
The Cabincast
Kristin Lenz and Erik Torgeson
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The Cabincast is your Getaway Primer. You think about it all week, heading to your cabin, lake home, cottage, or retreat. Finally, Friday arrives, and you jump in your car after work and...have a four-hour drive. Begin your getaway right away with The Cabincast! You'll hear interviews from cabin lifestyle experts, chefs and distillers, musicians and authors, interior designers, and so much more! Our shows will entertain you, educate you, and make you laugh. It will give you new music to listen to and new recipes to try. You’ll find inspiration for living the cabin lifestyle and making your getaways more memorable. The Cabincast is hosted by Kristin Lenz from White Arrows Home & Erik Torgeson from Roughing It In Style.
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How many episodes does The Cabincast have?
The Cabincast currently has 119 episodes available.
What topics does The Cabincast cover?
The podcast is about Boating, Leisure, Home & Garden, Places & Travel, Society & Culture, Podcasts, Vacation, Fishing and Travel.
What is the average episode length on The Cabincast?
The average episode length on The Cabincast is 38 minutes.
How often are episodes of The Cabincast released?
Episodes of The Cabincast are typically released every 7 days, 2 hours.
When was the first episode of The Cabincast?
The first episode of The Cabincast was released on Aug 22, 2020.
2. Kaatscast: the Catskills Podcast
Why this podcast?
A bi-weekly podcast about the Catskills, covering outdoors, history and arts and culture, hosted by Brett Barry and produced by Silver Hollow Audio. Recently took top honors in Chronogram's 2022 Chronogrammies for regional podcast (Cidiot this time was runner-up!). Tune into our crossover event on Episode 77.
Kaatscast: the Catskills Podcast
Silver Hollow Audio
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Kaatscast: the Catskills Podcast is a biweekly series featuring Catskills culture, history, sustainability, local interviews, literature, and the arts. Shows are hosted by Brett Barry and produced by Silver Hollow Audio, in the heart of the Catskills. Subscribe and experience what reviewers have called “delightfully informative” storytelling with “great production quality.” Voted “Best Regional Podcast” three years in a row. Episode archives, transcripts, and a robust search engine at kaatscast.com. Enjoy!
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How many episodes does Kaatscast: the Catskills Podcast have?
Kaatscast: the Catskills Podcast currently has 131 episodes available.
What topics does Kaatscast: the Catskills Podcast cover?
The podcast is about Places & Travel, Society & Culture and Podcasts.
What is the average episode length on Kaatscast: the Catskills Podcast?
The average episode length on Kaatscast: the Catskills Podcast is 29 minutes.
How often are episodes of Kaatscast: the Catskills Podcast released?
Episodes of Kaatscast: the Catskills Podcast are typically released every 14 days.
When was the first episode of Kaatscast: the Catskills Podcast?
The first episode of Kaatscast: the Catskills Podcast was released on Jan 6, 2020.
3. A Farmish Kind of Life
Why this podcast?
Through a mix of shorter and longer episodes, host Amy Dingmann talks about “homesteading and farming — the deep thoughts that come from it and the good, bad, and ugly.” It all takes place on her life on Clucky Dickens Farm, a small farm in Minnesota. I like her voice, quick pace, candor, and what she shares not just about the animals and garden but getting under the skin of what homesteading is like as a lifestyle. It seems very real, like you’re sitting down to have coffee with a friend who will tell you the way it really is.
A Farmish Kind of Life
Amy Dingmann
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Listen to motivational misfit Amy Dingmann get real about life and how to live a good one, whether you live on a farm or not.
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How many episodes does A Farmish Kind of Life have?
A Farmish Kind of Life currently has 316 episodes available.
What topics does A Farmish Kind of Life cover?
The podcast is about Leisure, Home & Garden, How To, Podcasts and Education.
What is the average episode length on A Farmish Kind of Life?
The average episode length on A Farmish Kind of Life is 29 minutes.
How often are episodes of A Farmish Kind of Life released?
Episodes of A Farmish Kind of Life are typically released every 6 days, 23 hours.
When was the first episode of A Farmish Kind of Life?
The first episode of A Farmish Kind of Life was released on Jan 7, 2018.
4. Rural Matters
Why this podcast?
Focused on education, business, health and policy, this biweekly podcast is hosted by rural strategist and speaker Michelle Rathman. Some great guests, including Dr. David Kessler, Biden Administration’s Chief Science Officer of COVID response.
Rural Matters
Michelle Rathman
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Rural Matters is a biweekly, 30-minute podcast about rural education, business, and health. The podcast’s mission is to increase awareness, inform discussion, and expand the dialogue on the most important issues facing rural stakeholders every day. Guests on the podcast include rural education decision-makers, rural business owners and entrepreneurs, and rural health care representatives. The National Rural Education Association and the Center for Rural Affairs are marketing partners.
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How many episodes does Rural Matters have?
Rural Matters currently has 128 episodes available.
What topics does Rural Matters cover?
The podcast is about News, Business News, Podcasts and Education.
What is the average episode length on Rural Matters?
The average episode length on Rural Matters is 37 minutes.
How often are episodes of Rural Matters released?
Episodes of Rural Matters are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of Rural Matters?
The first episode of Rural Matters was released on Aug 9, 2019.
5. Midwest Farm Wives
Why this podcast?
Whitney & Kylie are two millennials who talk about being farmers, spouses, and moms in northeast Missouri.
Midwest Farm Wives
Midwest Farm Wives
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Grab your beverage of choice and hang out with Whitney and Kylie, your farm wife besties, on their bi-weekly podcast where they chat about midwest farm life, motherhood, rural living, plus so much more.
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How many episodes does Midwest Farm Wives have?
Midwest Farm Wives currently has 106 episodes available.
What topics does Midwest Farm Wives cover?
The podcast is about Society & Culture and Podcasts.
What is the average episode length on Midwest Farm Wives?
The average episode length on Midwest Farm Wives is 4 minutes.
How often are episodes of Midwest Farm Wives released?
Episodes of Midwest Farm Wives are typically released every 14 days.
When was the first episode of Midwest Farm Wives?
The first episode of Midwest Farm Wives was released on Jul 2, 2019.
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