Ringside: An American Dairy Goat Podcast
- Episodes
- 350
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- Nov 10, 2026
About the podcast
Ringside: An American Dairy Goat Podcast brings you expert insights, real talk and barnyard banter on all thing's dairy goats, from breeding and showing to management and milk production, Jon Kain and Danielle Carolei guide you on your journey with dairy goats.
Episodes 350
Pressing The Hot Button Part 2
Send us Fan MailThis week Jon and Danielle continue to read Hot Button Topics of the dairy goat industry via their listeners! Do you need to be picky about where your goats go to? Do you really need to slam 3 …
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This week Jon and Danielle continue to read Hot Button Topics of the dairy goat industry via their listeners! Do you need to be picky about where your goats go to? Do you really need to slam 3 days of milk into your goats to make them look like they really are dairy goats at a show? Do you dress the part? Tune in and see if you align with your faithful hosts!
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Pressing The Hot Button Part 1
Send us Fan MailThis week Danielle and Jon answer some questions that the audience is wanting to hear about, but they aren't asking normal questions... no these are the things that the audience thinks …
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This week Danielle and Jon answer some questions that the audience is wanting to hear about, but they aren't asking normal questions... no these are the things that the audience thinks aren't talked about enough in our industry! That's right we're pressing the hot button and talking about it!
Breeder Bios: Michelle Cordova - SilverFire Ranch
Send us Fan MailFor the final episode of our Breeder Bio Series, we turn to the Nubian breed and an outstanding breeder of the Nubian breed at that, Michelle Cordova of SivlerFire Ranch. Find out what makes …
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For the final episode of our Breeder Bio Series, we turn to the Nubian breed and an outstanding breeder of the Nubian breed at that, Michelle Cordova of SivlerFire Ranch. Find out what makes this herd tick and what Michelle's breeding philosophies are that make her so successful.
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Breeder Bios: Evie Harry - Evie's Dairy Goats
Send us Fan MailThis week is for the Toggenburgs and newly added Oberhasli! Jon and Danielle get the pleasure of sitting down with Evie Harry of Evie's Dairy Goats to talk about how she got into …
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This week is for the Toggenburgs and newly added Oberhasli! Jon and Danielle get the pleasure of sitting down with Evie Harry of Evie's Dairy Goats to talk about how she got into Toggenburgs and how it quickly turned into her passion! She has one of the top herds in the country and her insight on breeding dairy goats is something you won't want to miss out on!
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Breeder Bios: Liz & Jon Etheridge - Coat Creek Farms
Send us Fan MailThis week Danielle and Jon are joined with Liz and Jon Etheridge of Coat Creek Farms in Mississippi. They breed beautiful Nigerian Dwarf Goats that can compete on a local and national level …
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This week Danielle and Jon are joined with Liz and Jon Etheridge of Coat Creek Farms in Mississippi. They breed beautiful Nigerian Dwarf Goats that can compete on a local and national level. Listen to their story and how they breed for their ideal Nigerian Dwarf
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Breeder Bios: Kelley Hines - Here Be Goats
Send us Fan MailThis week Jon and Danielle start their October Breeder Bio features and they're kicking it off with Kelley Hines of Here Be Goats in Florida. Kelley has Lamanchas and Nigerian Dwarf Goats …
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This week Jon and Danielle start their October Breeder Bio features and they're kicking it off with Kelley Hines of Here Be Goats in Florida. Kelley has Lamanchas and Nigerian Dwarf Goats but listen in on how she got her start and how she got to where she is today!
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Maybe She's Born With It... Maybe It's Maybelline!
Send us Fan MailWith show season winding down Danielle and Jon start to discuss something that comes to people's minds as they look at their own goats going into winter... Is this goat expressing all her …
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With show season winding down Danielle and Jon start to discuss something that comes to people's minds as they look at their own goats going into winter... Is this goat expressing all her genetic potential and was she born with it or was her management top notch?
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A Linear Appraisal Think Tank!
Send us Fan MailWith a very high demand for herds wanting to take advantage of the ADGA Linear Appraisal Program and the reality of only have a handful of appraisers to take on the task (5). Jon and Danielle …
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With a very high demand for herds wanting to take advantage of the ADGA Linear Appraisal Program and the reality of only have a handful of appraisers to take on the task (5). Jon and Danielle discuss what the program is, the benefits of the program and Jon even presents an idea to make becoming an appraiser more enticing for those thinking about taking on the task.. Do the numbers add up? Will they ever? find out on this episode of Ringside!
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Driveway Breeding 101
Send us Fan MailThis week Danielle and Jon talk about the pros and cons when it comes to utilizing or offering driveway breedings to outside animals!we have merch!
Rabies in Goats with Dr. Melissa Holahan
Send us Fan MailWith the North Carolina Petting Zoo debacle regarding rabies we thought appropriate to talk about the disease, how its transmitted and how it effects goats. did you leave a review yet?reading …
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With the North Carolina Petting Zoo debacle regarding rabies we thought appropriate to talk about the disease, how its transmitted and how it effects goats.
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The Ringside Show String Fantasy Draft!
Send us Fan MailThis week Danielle and Jon pick their top picks to create their perfect show string! Will it consist of all milkers? Dry does? Who's the quarterback and who's the wide receiver? Find …
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This week Danielle and Jon pick their top picks to create their perfect show string! Will it consist of all milkers? Dry does? Who's the quarterback and who's the wide receiver? Find out who the top point getter is on this episode of Ringside!
The Showmanship Masterclass with Bri Burton!
Send us Fan MailThis week Danielle is flying solo, but fear not, she's joined by Bri Burton of Cherry Tree Farm Dairy Goats to talk about showmanship. Bri's showmanship career has been quite …
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This week Danielle is flying solo, but fear not, she's joined by Bri Burton of Cherry Tree Farm Dairy Goats to talk about showmanship. Bri's showmanship career has been quite impressive on a national level (she was this year's senior showmanship winner at Nationals) and she's here to help you create the perfect business partner and help you navigate the showmanship ring!
Fair Perception
Send us Fan Mailhave you left a review of our podcast yet? It's free... help your favorite podcast out!This week Danielle and Jon talk fair season. How the judge isn't the only one judging your goats …
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This week Danielle and Jon talk fair season. How the judge isn't the only one judging your goats. The public walking the barns is also judging your animals. Are you being a good agvocate? Are you showing off your animals in the best light? Find out how you can help change the perception of dairy goats at a county fair, this episode on RINGSIDE!
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Beyond The Stars: Understanding ADGA Milk Records with Jessica Bell
Send us Fan Mailwith ADGA updating NG and milk record from the past 6 years, we thought we need to remind people what is involved when it comes to milk records! What does milk test day look like? Whats owner …
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with ADGA updating NG and milk record from the past 6 years, we thought we need to remind people what is involved when it comes to milk records! What does milk test day look like? Whats owner sampler mean? How can we get our goats on test? Find out as Jon and Danielle are joined by Jessica Bell of Split Creek Farm to discuss how she survives milk test day on her dairy and many helpful insights about milk testing and production records!
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Helping Your Herd Recover from Show Ick with Dr. Melanie Richards
Send us Fan MailWith Fair season here, many people's herds are hitting shows that may include extended stays. With those longer stays, it increases the chance of your herd catching something. So what …
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With Fair season here, many people's herds are hitting shows that may include extended stays. With those longer stays, it increases the chance of your herd catching something. So what happens when they get home and everything gets sick? How can we help them recover, what are some things we need in our arsenal? Find out as we discuss with Dr. Melanie Richards owner of Bluebird Cfreek Farm!
The National Show Effect!
Send us Fan MailThis week Danielle and Jon discuss how once the medallions and awards are given out, the effect and trends it causes within the breeds. How can it help or hurt a breeding program and how can it …
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This week Danielle and Jon discuss how once the medallions and awards are given out, the effect and trends it causes within the breeds. How can it help or hurt a breeding program and how can it change your plans? Listen in as they discuss
Our National Show Recap
Send us Fan MailDanielle and https://www.dairygoatpodcast.com/merchJon are back from Nationals, partially recovered and ready to recap the week!we have merch!
The Road to Massachusetts Nichole Nadeau and Robin Danielle, Erika and Bill Pierce and Casey Prochniak (Spotlight Finale)
Send us Fan MailThe goats are ready for the big dance and are either already on their way or are getting ready to load up for Nationals! Jon and Danielle sit down with the final consigners of their awesome …
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The goats are ready for the big dance and are either already on their way or are getting ready to load up for Nationals! Jon and Danielle sit down with the final consigners of their awesome goats that will be in this year's spotlight sale. We've saved the best for last, listen in! first we visit with the Pierce's to discuss Crooked Wall Farm Saucy Minx then we talk with Casey Prochniak about her special Alpine Can-ter Vine RTH Rival and finally the dynamic duo Nichole Nadeau and Robin Danielle join us to talk about your next obsession, Rustic Woods Secret Obsession
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The Road to Massachusetts with Dr. Katherine Taylor and Cameron Jodlowski (Spotlight Special)
Send us Fan MailIn this episode Jon and Danielle are busy prepping for Nationals so you're going to want to sit down and listen to another awesome Toggenburg buck's breeders talk about him as …
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In this episode Jon and Danielle are busy prepping for Nationals so you're going to want to sit down and listen to another awesome Toggenburg buck's breeders talk about him as he's consigned to the ADGA Spotlight Sale. Taylor Ridge Spitty's Beach Bum looks to be no bum when it comes to general appearance and should be no slouch when helping his lucky breeder create the next generation of greatness in their barn!
The Road to Massachusetts- Holly Buroker (Spotlight Special)
Send us Fan MailWe're making a pit stop to talk about those lovely long eared goats everyone loves, Nubians! Holly Buroker of Hoanbu Dairy Goats has two lovely consignments in this year's Spotlight …
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We're making a pit stop to talk about those lovely long eared goats everyone loves, Nubians! Holly Buroker of Hoanbu Dairy Goats has two lovely consignments in this year's Spotlight Sale *B Hoanbu LL Kasanova and Hoanbu Stat Keeper of the Stars these are some impressive goats you're going to want to hear about
The Road to Massachusetts- Joseph Larson and Donna Lavery (Spotlight Special)
Send us Fan MailThe road to Massachusetts is hitting its mid-point with an awesome Alpine and Nigerian Dwarf Goat that you just won't want to miss out on hearing about! They both have the who's who in …
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The road to Massachusetts is hitting its mid-point with an awesome Alpine and Nigerian Dwarf Goat that you just won't want to miss out on hearing about! They both have the who's who in their respective breeds and truly deserve to be in this sale! So listen in to hear about Alpine Harmody SMT Hatkiva's Misiba and Nigerian Winning Streak F StartUrEngine
The Road to Massachusetts with Dr. Kirt Schnipke (Spotlight Special)
Send us Fan MailIn this episode we highlight two special Oberhasli offered in this year's spotlight sale, Ober-Boerd Nox a pedigree packed with power and prestige and a milking two year old Ober-Boerd T …
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In this episode we highlight two special Oberhasli offered in this year's spotlight sale, Ober-Boerd Nox a pedigree packed with power and prestige and a milking two year old Ober-Boerd T Vesi. Listen in as friend of the show Dr. Kirt Schnipke talks about what makes these animals worth spending the big bucks on!
The Road to Massachusetts Travis Arney and the Pitsenbargers (Spotlight Special)
Send us Fan MailIn this episode we highlight a special Toggenburg buck Woods River Relentless Taxxman and a really cool Alpine doe that just so happens to be the offspring of Spotlight Sales of the past LL …
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In this episode we highlight a special Toggenburg buck Woods River Relentless Taxxman and a really cool Alpine doe that just so happens to be the offspring of Spotlight Sales of the past LL Farms Titans Laufney
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The Road to Massachusetts- Garrett Moorse and Stacey Collins (Spotlight Special)
Send us Fan MailThis episode we highlight and awesome Saanen doe kid and an equally awesome Nigerian Dwarf Buck Kid! Garret Moorse of Moorse G Goats and Stacey Collins of Haymaker Farm talk about their …
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This episode we highlight and awesome Saanen doe kid and an equally awesome Nigerian Dwarf Buck Kid! Garret Moorse of Moorse G Goats and Stacey Collins of Haymaker Farm talk about their Spotlight Sale Consignments in this year's sale!
The Road to Massachusetts Levi Campbell, Ed Jodlowski and Heidi Vanderloop (Spotlight Special)
Send us Fan MailIt's that time of year where Ringside connects with the consigners of the Spotlight Sale to talk about their awesome goats! In this episode we're joined by Levi Campbell of Panacea …
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It's that time of year where Ringside connects with the consigners of the Spotlight Sale to talk about their awesome goats! In this episode we're joined by Levi Campbell of Panacea Dairy Goats and Heidi Vanderloop of Idle-a-Wile/Lymett Farms and Ed Jodlowski of Kickapoo Dairy Goats to talk about the animals they consigned to this year's Spotlight Sale being held at the 2026 ADGA National Show
A Spotlight Success Story with the Adamsons (Marran)
Send us Fan MailAs the Spotlight warms up for the big stage in a couple weeks, we are starting to highlight the anials consigned for the Spotlight Sale. Before we start talking pedigrees, lets talk about a …
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As the Spotlight warms up for the big stage in a couple weeks, we are starting to highlight the anials consigned for the Spotlight Sale. Before we start talking pedigrees, lets talk about a Spotlight Sale Success story. Who better than Randy and Mary Adamson who's spotlight sale purchase helped propel their herd to the next level!
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Making Space for Success: Raising Dairy Goats on Limited Acreage with Miru Kunst (ADGA Youth Rep)
Send us Fan MailThis week Jon and Danielle are joined by ADGA Youth Rep Miru Kunst to talk about how she finds success raising dairy goats in a more suburban setting and limited acreage. Mini Midori Farmwe have merch!
Advocacy From a Youth Perspective with Addy Wille (ADGA Youth Rep)
Send us Fan MailToday we handed the mic over to one of this year's ADGA youth representatives to talk about what she had on her mind and she didn't dissapoint. This week we are joined with Addy Wille …
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Today we handed the mic over to one of this year's ADGA youth representatives to talk about what she had on her mind and she didn't dissapoint. This week we are joined with Addy Wille to talk about advocacy in the dairy goat industry. What we're doing well and what we could improve upon. Listen in as we discuss how Jon's RBF isn't helping the industry.
Show Prep Like a Mom! with Tierney Kain
Send us Fan MailFor Mother's Day Danielle and Jon talk to the Mother of all show prep, Tierney Kain of Hillaire Farm of Scott's Circle aka Jon's awesome and better half! Tierney is on the show to …
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For Mother's Day Danielle and Jon talk to the Mother of all show prep, Tierney Kain of Hillaire Farm of Scott's Circle aka Jon's awesome and better half! Tierney is on the show to talk about how she preps for a show from weeks out the days before and the day of! Jon and Danielle talk about prepping the goats but this is more for the creature comforts to make show day easier on the goats and humans
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Preserving a Little Genetic Diversity with Tyler Ramirez
Send us Fan MailWe all know that the Nigerian Dwarf breed is a power house of a breed in sheer number alone but also quality. But how diverse are the genetics within the herd? What happens if the breed is …
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We all know that the Nigerian Dwarf breed is a power house of a breed in sheer number alone but also quality. But how diverse are the genetics within the herd? What happens if the breed is pigeon holed genetically and theres nowhere to turn? How do we as breeders preserve ND genetics? Find out on this episode of Ringside featuring guest Tyler Ramirez
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