Root of the Matter

A podcast created by the Tennessee Farm Bureau where co-hosts Lee Maddox, Amy Beckham and Thomas Capps take turns interviewing folks on issues, events and news with the goal of getting to the root of the matter on what is defining our most important indus

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ROTM: Michael Oher

Posted March 12, 2025 • 00:10:26

On this episode of Root of The Matter Lee Maddox sits down with former NFL star, Super Bowl champion, and author Michael Oher. Oher talks about persevering...

ROTM: Paul Binkley

Posted March 5, 2025 • 00:14:23

Paul Binkley had a successful 45 year career with the Tennessee Farmers Cooperative. His last position with TFC before retiring was manager over the...

ROTM: Dr Andrew Muhammad On Ag Trade In 2025

Posted February 26, 2025 • 00:19:37

The economy was tough for agriculture in 2024. Will it be any better in 2025? On this episode of Root of The Matter Lee Maddox talks with trade expert,...

ROTM: AFBF President Zippy Duvall

Posted February 12, 2025 • 00:11:01

On this episode of Root of The Matter Lee Maddox sits down and talks with American Farm Bureau President Zippy Duvall. They discuss the 2025 AFBF Convention...

ROTM: New TCA President Gary Dering

Posted February 5, 2025 • 00:16:44

Fayette County beef producer Gary Dering was recently elected President of the Tennessee Cattlemen's Association. On this episode of Root of The Matter...