Ask A Kansan

09/16/2025

Congratulations to our previous guest, Michael Hinton! Check out his episode, Old Iron Kansan.

https://youtu.be/sy9SP4cwQtk?si=bZG9CKFzGl7ol36K

I am pleased to share the Official Media Release announcing my induction into The National Agricultural Center & Hall of Fame on Thursday, October 23, 2025. I am incredibly honored to be inducted alongside two Industry icons—former USDA Secretary Sonny Perdue, and pork industry innovator Wendell Murphy.

MEDIA RELEASE: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1LKwsDeGGlEVOxOTIfMKjeW61nySLhgrx/view

LEARN MORE at our NEWLY REDESIGNED website: https://talkingtractors.com/

This recognition is not just about my passion for preserving tractors; it's reflective of my efforts to strengthen the bond between past and present, honoring those who labored in the fields and advanced American farming, while inspiring others to connect with their agricultural roots and ensure that families and communities remain anchored in the values that built this Nation—serving as a steward of this Country’s agricultural soul.

Thank you ALL for your longstanding Support & Encouragement!

09/15/2025

In this episode, we sit down with Cash Hollistah, a local Kansan and creative force in the Salina arts community. Known for his music, storytelling, and leadership, Cash shares what inspires his artistry and how he uses his voice to spark connection and conversation.
We talk about the power of music in Kansas, how creativity can transform communities, and the intentional ways Cash invests his time and talent to make Salina a more vibrant place. His passion and thoughtfulness shine through in every story he shares, reminding us of the impact one person can have on the cultural fabric of our state.

Cash Hollistah (FB) - https://www.facebook.com/cashhollistah/
Cash Hollistah (Instah) - https://www.instagram.com/cashhollistah/

Sponsors
Renaissance Cafe - https://www.renaissancecafeassaria.com/
Cohort Digital - https://cohort.digital/

09/15/2025

🎙 Episode 22 is live!
Meet Cash Hollistah — Salina’s own emcee, creator of “The K-List,” and the force behind Hollistah Scholah. He’s using music, mentorship, and community to change what it means to be an artist from Kansas.

09/13/2025

🎙 Coming Soon:
A Salina native who’s more than just a musician — he’s built platforms, given back through scholarships, and used his art to lift up Kansas.
This one is going to hit different.

09/12/2025

Yesterday we had an epiphany, "why don't guests sign the green room wall?" So we would like to invite all previous guests back in to sign, and we can't wait to see the walls fill up with our future guests names!

09/09/2025

Gus and Syd ride the 110-year-old Ye Old Mill at the Kansas State Fair! 🎡✨ Have you been to the fair this year? Share your favorite memory or moment with us in the comments! We can't wait to hear from you!

09/08/2025

🎙 Episode 21 is live!
This week we’re joined by Trisha Smith, Director of the Maxwell Wildlife Refuge. Home to roaming herds of bison and elk, Maxwell is one of Kansas’ most unique places—where prairie, wildlife, and conservation all come together.

09/08/2025

In this episode of Ask A Kansan, we sit down with Smith, Director of Maxwell Wildlife Refuge (Friends of Maxwell) in Canton, KS. Trisha shares how a winding, resilient life journey led her to steward one of Kansas’s most remarkable prairie preserves. We talk about the refuge’s mission, the impact of bison and elk on native grasslands, and the community of volunteers and partners that make preservation possible. It’s a conversation about restoration—of land, purpose, and people.

Links
Space Pen - https://a.co/d/5cx3MML
Maxwell Wildlife Refuge: https://maxwellwildliferefuge.com/
Outro
Kansas Jayhawks Fans - https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1EkVQsNw3r/
I Grew Up in Kansas - https://www.facebook.com/share/16Dk2PQYNr/

Canton, Kansas

09/05/2025

🦬 This week, we’re heading out into the wild.
Our next guest spends her days surrounded by bison, elk, and the wide-open beauty of Kansas prairie. She knows what it takes to protect these landscapes—and why they matter to all of us.

09/01/2025

In this week’s Ask A Kansan, we’re honored to sit down with Jim Richardson, acclaimed photographer for National Geographic and contributing editor for TRAVELER Magazine. Over the course of his career, Jim has photographed more than fifty stories for National Geographic, traveling from volcanic peaks to the depths of the soil beneath our feet, from the Arctic to the Antarctic, and countless places in between.
ABC News Nightline even followed Jim into the field and behind the scenes at National Geographic headquarters, capturing the depth and dedication of his storytelling process. In our conversation, Jim reflects on how his Kansas roots shaped his perspective, the journey that launched his career, and the lessons learned from seeing the world through a lens.

Jim Richardson: https://www.jimrichardsonphotography.com/index
National Geographic: https://www.nationalgeographic.com/expeditions/experts/jim-richardson/
Crossbow Productions Bio: https://youtu.be/Bn04SCwE_GY?si=pIOarCTCdQFFXCX0

Sponsors
Cohort.Digiral - https://cohort.digital/
Renaissance Cafe - https://www.renaissancecafeassaria.com/

09/01/2025

🎙 Episode 20 is live!
We’re joined by Jim Richardson, National Geographic photographer and lifelong Kansan. From experimenting with his dad’s box camera on the farm to photographing landscapes and communities around the world, Jim shares what it means to tell stories through images.

08/30/2025

📸 From small-town Kansas to the farthest corners of the globe.
Our next guest has spent a lifetime capturing stories through a lens—showing the world’s beauty, struggles, and quiet details in ways few ever get to see.