Episodes

In this episode of “Grazing,” Clint visits with Tony Reasoner, director of the Ridgetop Train Museum. Tony discusses the rich and fascinating history of the Ridgetop Train Tunnel — formerly the longest freestanding tunnel in the world — and all that the new museum has to offer.

On this episode of “Grazing,” Clint and Jordan discuss all things Independence Day, including traditions, memories, firework nicknames, Ray Charles, and potted meats.

In this episode, Clint visits with Rory Osborne, Director of Parks and Recreation for the city of Greenbrier, Executive Director Tracy Coleman, and Greenbrier Mayor Lanny Adcock to discuss the town’s longstanding “Turning of the Pig” festival. The event is a Greenbrier tradition that dates back to the early 1900s. Rory, Tracy, and Lanny also talk about the park system in general and other upcoming events it will be hosting.

In this episode of “Grazing,” Clint sits down with Jason Groppel, owner of BeeAttitudes Apiary, to discuss the art and science behind beekeeping and the sweet precious product that we can all appreciate, honey.

In this episode of “Grazing,” Clint visits with Jim Day, owner of Timbertop Farm, a naturally grown shiitake mushroom producer located in Ashland City, Tennessee. Jim gives insight into the process of growing shiitake mushrooms from locally sourced oak logs, among other fascinating things.

Kyle Martin, owner of Space Cowboy Coffee located in Ridgetop, Tennessee, describes the journey that led to him opening his company and provides some fascinating, behind-the-scenes details about the production of his coffee.

In this special Memorial Day episode of “Grazing,” Clint and his wife, Jordan, discuss interesting facts, statistics, and present-day traditions regarding this important American holiday.

In this episode of “Grazing,” Clint chats with fertilizer plant and propane manager Russell Bryant. Russell describes his roles with Co-op and the story of his journey from Alabama to Tennessee.

In this episode of “Grazing,” Clint visits with Will Elliott, CTE/EPSO Coordinator for Robertson County Schools, to discuss the career path and education opportunities available to students interested in agriculture and other technical trades.

Alex White, manager of White’s Jewelers located in Springfield, discusses the history of the family business and the fascinating science and art behind the jewelry industry.

In this episode of “Grazing,” Clint visits with Stephen and Kim Bone, owners of Nashville Goat Yoga. Stephen and Kim describe the journey that led to opening this quirky but rewarding business, located in Springfield, Tennessee.

In this episode of “Grazing,” fraternal twins Kayla (Grogan) and Kaysi (Ziolkowski) give insight into the fascinating world of twinship and the experience of being two-time state champion volleyball players.

In this episode of “Grazing,” Clint chats with Emily Nave, Associate Financial Officer for Farm Credit Mid America in Springfield. Emily talks about her journey from Cannon County to Springfield and how she is serving the farmers in Robertson County.

In this episode of “Grazing,” Award-winning country music artist Billy Dean reminisces about growing up on a farm in rural Florida and how he got his start in the music industry.

In this episode of “Grazing,” Clint visits Bernard Farms in Orlinda and chats with Jule Bernard. Julie gives an in-depth perspective of the adversities the Bernard family has had to overcome during their time as a local farm market, as well as future plans for the farm.

In this episode of “Grazing,” Clint talks with Kevin Vaughn, leader of a disaster relief team that recently hauled hay and fencing materials to cattlemen in areas of West Texas that have been effected by the devastating wildfires.

In this episode of “Grazing,” Clint visits with David Britton, Park Ranger and manager for Port Royal and Dunbar Cave State Parks. Britton discusses the rich and fascinating histories of the parks.

On this episode of “Grazing,” Clint and Jordan Grubbs discuss about the adventures of having a family milk cow.

Clint chats with Robertson Cheatham Farmers Co-op bulk fertilizer manager Bobby Ogg and his wife, Amanda, about a recent trip they took to Mexico to visit with some of their H2a workers and their families.

In this episode of “Grazing,” Clint visits with Tom and Stephanie Barnett of Ky-Tn Livestock Market. The Barnetts provide insight into how the staff operates and manages their sales each week, and discuss important issues that directly impact the beef cattle industry.

In this episode of “Grazing,” Clint visits with Lake Elliott of Robert Elliott and Sons Angus. Among other things, the two discuss the company’s upcoming 89th annual bull and female sale, which will be held February 26 with many prospective bulls and females available.

In this special episode of “Grazing,” Clint visits with Marty Raybon, lead vocalist for the Grammy-award winning band, “Shenandoah.” A few of their songs you may be familiar with include: “Two Dozen Roses,” “Next To You, Next To Me,” and “Church On Cumberland Road.” (Image courtesy of Country Thang Daily.)

In this episode of “Grazing,” Clint chats with Hannah Corn, co-owner of Redemption Ranch, a Robertson County nonprofit that uses horses and traditional farming as a means of therapy for teens and children.

In this episode of “Grazing,” Clint talks with Sean Haney — a transplant from Upstate New York to Springfield — about the differences in Tennessee and New York. Sean is very active in Robertson County organizations and clubs, and he provides advice for new people moving into the area on how to get involved in their community and make new acquaintances and friends.