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Rush Hour AgHow a 20‑Year‑Old Campaigner Built Run GenZ and Now Runs HUD in the Great PlainsThis week on Rush Hour Ag, Louis and Elliott sit down with Joe Mitchell, a former Iowa State Representative, founder of Run Gen Z, and now the Great Plains Regional Administrator for HUD. Joe opens up about launching his political career in his early 20s, why Gen Z voices matter in government, and what it's like to serve in a major federal leadership role before 30. If you’re interested in politics, public service, or the power of starting young, don’t miss this episode!
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⚠️ Heads up: There are some technical difficulties in this episod...2025-07-3053 minRush Hour AgMinerals, Money & Mayhem: What Landowners Really Need to KnowThink you know what your land is worth? Think again. Louis and Elliott sit down for a no-filter convo on mineral rights, solar farm payouts, ending property tax, and all the wild cards in rural land ownership. This one's packed with truth bombs rural America needs to hear.
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Email u...2025-07-2329 minRush Hour AgPower, Policy & Property: What Renewable Energy Means for Rural AmericaIn this follow-up episode of Rush Hour Ag, Gary dives into the evolving landscape of renewable energy tax credits. He breaks down the key components of the latest energy bill and what they mean for rural Iowa, landowners, and the future of agriculture.
We talk about:
🔋 How renewable energy projects are funded
🏭 Why energy policy is becoming a major factor in rural economies
📉 The long-term impact of tax credits on local property taxes
🌬️ The balance between energy expansion and ag preservation
Gary’s decades of experience in public affairs and policy give him a front-row seat to the decisions that shape our commun...2025-07-1627 minRush Hour AgThe Hidden Cost of Living Rural: Property Taxes, Policy Battles, and What’s Next with Gary GrantWhat’s really driving property tax hikes in rural communities—and what can be done about it? 💸 We sat down with public affairs veteran Gary Grant to dig deep into the policy decisions impacting small-town survival. From disaster recovery to chronic disease advocacy to ag-specific legislation, Gary's 25-year career is all about shaping the future of rural America. 🚜
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#RushHourAg #GaryGrant #RuralAmerica #PropertyTaxes #AgPolicy #HeartlandVoices #SmallTownStruggles #FarmPolicy #AgPodcast #IowaPolitics #VeteranVoices #LegislativeInsight #AgAdvocacy #CivicLeadership #RuralPolicyMatters #PublicAffairs #HeartlandStrategies #AgricultureInCrisis #CommunityImpact #MidwestMattersBe sure to follow us on social media to stay up to date!
Got th...2025-07-0945 minRush Hour AgInside the Fight to Save Family Farms & Fix Government: Emily Schmitt Spills the TruthWhat’s really going on behind the scenes in Iowa agriculture and government? Emily Schmitt — a third-generation leader in ag manufacturing and champion for rural communities — breaks down the biggest challenges facing Iowa.
From fighting for tax breaks on grain bins, navigating tariffs that hit manufacturers hard, to pushing for government efficiency and better childcare in small towns, Emily pulls no punches.
She shares the real story of passing down the farm and what the future of rural Iowa looks like. This episode is packed with insider knowledge and hope for the heartland. Tune in now and get the straight talk y...2025-07-0250 minRush Hour AgMillions at Stake: The Fund That Could Make or Break Iowa FarmersIn this episode of Rush Hour Ag, Iowa House Rep. Norlin Mommsen joins Louie and Elliott to break down the Grain Indemnity Fund upgrade — why expanding limits, defining credit sales, and boosting protections matter for Iowa farmers. Tune in to hear real-world impact straight from the Capitol.
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See...2025-06-2531 minRush Hour AgThis Agronomist Just Exposed the Real Ag AgendaIn this episode, helps us dig into the battle between truth and disinformation, what it’s like to sit across from lawmakers, and how precision ag and rural voices are shaping the next chapter of American farming.
If you care about where ag is headed, this one’s for you.
🔗 Hit play, share with your crew, and let’s set the record straight.
#RushHourAg #AgTruth #SarahLovas #FarmPolicy #GlyphosateDebate #AgTech #FamilyFarming #RuralLeadership #WomenInAg #AgMisinformationBe sure to follow us on social media to stay up to date!
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Email us anytime at...2025-06-1849 minRush Hour AgThe Truth About Glyphosate, FIFRA, and Why Modern Ag Alliance Is Fighting BackIn this episode of Rush Hour Ag, Elizabeth Burns-Thompson joins us for a fast-paced, insightful conversation on what it really means for farmers to "play offense" in today’s ag landscape.
We break down the recent victory in Iowa that allows ag businesses the flexibility to meet label guidelines, and dive into the growing pressure around glyphosate use and the future of science-based regulation. Elizabeth calls on farmers to raise their voices, stay engaged, and advocate for the future they want to see.
🎙️ Whether you’re in the tractor or on your commute, this episode is packed with perspective, policy, and passi...2025-06-1145 minRush Hour AgKeep the Government from Taking the Family Farm: A Conversation on Stepped Up BasisLouie and Elliott break down one of agriculture’s most misunderstood and hot-button issues: stepped-up basis. From inheritance taxes to the future of land ownership, this episode of Rush Hour Ag gets real about what farmers and rural landowners need to know.
They cover:
✅ What stepped-up basis really means
✅ Why it’s such a critical issue in estate planning
✅ What changes could mean for your operation
✅ And how ag policy connects directly to your family’s legacy
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#RushHourAg #SteppedUpBasis #FarmPolicy #FamilyFarm #AgPodcast #EstateTax #AgTalk #FarmInheritance #AgLegislation #SaveTheFamilyFarmBe sure to follow us on social m...2025-06-0445 minRush Hour AgWind Turbines, Solar Power and Senator Dan ZumbachWe’re back with Part 2 of our conversation with Iowa Senator Dan Zumbach, and this time, we’re digging even deeper.
From the long-term impact of ag policy to navigating government involvement in rural land use, Dan shares more of his candid thoughts on the tough issues shaping agriculture today.
If you thought Part 1 was insightful, Part 2 brings even more honesty, experience, and perspective straight from the State Capitol.
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#RushHourAg #DanZumbach #AgPolicy #Farm4ProfitMedia #AgLeadership #IowaAg #RuralAmerica #SolarFarms #WindTurbines #RightOfFirstRefusal #FamilyFarms #AgPodcast #Part2 #FarmTalk #AgLegislation #StraightTalkAg...2025-05-281h 10
Farm4Profit PodcastPolicy That Moves the Needle - Rush Hour Ag Podcasthttps://www.youtube.com/@RushHourAgWe interview Louie Zumbach, a farmer and former Iowa State Representative and County Supervisor, and Elliot Henderson, a farmer and ag communicator, about their new venture—the Rush Hour Ag podcast.They explain what inspired the show, why they felt farmers needed more accessible and engaging policy discussions, and what they’ve learned from being on both sides of the ag-politics fence. We talk about how current and proposed local, state, and federal policies are shaping what farmers can grow, how they grow it, and how profitable their operations can be.2025-05-2257 minRush Hour AgSenator Dan Zumbach, Right of First Refusal & Land AppraisalsIn this episode, Louie and Elliott kick off part one of their conversation with Iowa State Senator Dan Zumbach, diving into important ag policy topics that continue to shape rural communities.
They cover everything from first right of refusal to how land values are appraised, and the behind-the-scenes decisions that impact family farms across the state.
This honest, informative discussion brings real insight to the policy conversations that matter most in agriculture.
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#RushHourAg #AgPodcast #DanZumbach #LouieZumbach #ElliottHenderson #AgPolicy #FirstRightOfRefusal #LandValues #Farm4Profit #RuralLeadership #IowaFarming #RealAgTalkBe sure to follow us on social media to stay up...2025-05-2158 minRush Hour AgLouie's Legacy, Zumbach History & Stepped Up BasisIn Episode 2 of Rush Hour Ag, we turn the mic toward co-host Louie Zumbach—a lifelong Iowan, farmer, former legislator, and passionate advocate for agriculture.
Louie shares his story from growing up on a multi-generational farm to serving in the Iowa House of Representatives. We dive into his deep family roots in farming, what drove him into public service, and how those experiences shape his perspective today.
We also unpack one of the most critical topics in ag policy: the stepped-up basis. Louie breaks down what it means, why it matters to family farms, and how policy decisions in D.C...2025-05-1436 minRush Hour AgElliott's History, Osama Bin Laden & Iowa CornIn our very first episode of Rush Hour Ag, we hit the ground running by introducing co-host Elliott Henderson—a farmer from Independence, Iowa, with boots firmly planted in both the fields and the future of agriculture.
Elliott opens up about his background, his deep-rooted connection to farming, and why launching this podcast is more than just a mic—it’s a mission. From growing up on a farm in the 80's to recognizing the growing gap between policy and producers, Elliott shares why Rush Hour Ag is the platform he believes agriculture needs now more than ever.
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