Episodes 171
Avg. Duration 36m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 4.8 (65)
Since Mar 2018
Latest Episode Apr 2026

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Schedule
Every 2 Weeks
Format
Episodic
Hosting
www.ruralrevival.co

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About This Podcast

From farming and agriculture to amazing restaurants, vintage markets, and even tech start-ups, people are thinking outside the box, taking risks, and bringing life back to the hometowns and small communities we love. Our hope is this will be a place where you can be inspired to do the same. So jump in, hear the stories of people who are doing life in rural America and loving it, and start dreaming. And then let us know what you're up to so we can share your story, too!

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S8E169 170 | POWER IN THE PIVOT

Apr 17, 2026 16m

Join me for an update about the future of Rural Revival.SHOW NOTESSmall Town Dreamer book: https://amzn.to/42cKSotThe Farm Letters: thefarmletters.comMORE FROM RURAL REVIVALWEBSITEINSTAGRAMFACEBOOK

S8E169 169 | I’m writing a BOOK! And more fun announcements…

May 08, 2025 12m

Join me for a special episode of the Rural Revival podcast where I’m sharing details about my NEW BOOK — Small Town Dreamer — plus some other fun announcements!SHOW NOTESBook tour and stockist sign…

S8E168 168 | Tim and Morgann Boettner of A Well Worn Story

Mar 14, 2025 50m

Today we’re taking you to the charming little town of New Glarus, Wisconsin (pop. 2,208) where craftsmanship, community, and a whole lot of heart come together. I’m sitting down with Tim and Morgann…

S8E167 167 | Paige Heaton of No Roots Boots

Feb 21, 2025 46m

On today’s episode we're with Paige Heaton of No Roots Boots in Edelstein, Illinois (pop. 1,060).Join us at the Berch House, the charming headquarters of No Roots Boots, where we catch up with the…

S8E166 166 | Carli Ullrich of Rural Grit Co.

Feb 06, 2025 25m

Today we're with Carli Ullrich of Rural Grit Co. out of Kiron, Iowa (pop. 257). Carli shares her journey of starting her business at just 16 years old while still in high school, how she expanded her…

S8E165 165 | Michelle Myers of Dirt Road Candle Co.

Jan 23, 2025 35m

Today kicks off a brand new season of the podcast, and as announced, this year we are going back to interview some of the people and businesses featured in our first episodes to find out what they’ve…

S7E164 164 | Michelle Hamilton of Dandelion Naturals

Nov 28, 2024 33m

On today podcast episode we're with Michelle Hamilton of Dandelion Naturals in Hayfield, Minnesota (pop. 1,340). After 21 years in nursing, Michelle took a leap of faith two years ago and started…

S7E163 163 | Matt Dennis and Michael Stepp of Handlebend

Nov 15, 2024 44m

On today’s episode of the Rural Revival podcast we're with Matt Dennis and Michael Stepp of Handlebend in O'Neill, Nebraska (pop. 3,575), where they make handcrafted copper mugs and use their space…

S7E162 162 | Jordan Classen of Classen Land & Cattle

Oct 18, 2024 30m

On today's episode we're with Jordan Classen of Classen Land & Cattle and Classen Mercantile out of Albion, Nebraska (pop. 1,703), and we're talking all about what it takes to start and grow a…

S7E161 161 | Stacy Preston of Stacy Preston Photography

Oct 03, 2024 33m

On today's episode, photographer Stacy Preston is showing us how a creative business IS possible in a small town.Based out of Lynchburg, Tennessee (pop. 6,742), Stacy is sharing her love for…

S7E160 160 | Taylor Borkowski of The Cottage

Sep 19, 2024 36m

Today on the podcast we're with Taylor Borkowski of The Cottage in Denison, Iowa (pop. 8,172). Taylor and her mom bought out an existing business in January 2020, only to shut down six days after…

S7E159 159 | Josh and Sara Holmquist of Normal Roasting Company

Sep 06, 2024 34m

Today on the podcast we're with Josh and Sara Holmquist of Normal Roasting Company in Burwell, Nebraska (pop. 1,079). In this episode you'll find out how Josh and Sarah bought a coffee company on a…

S7E158 158 | Jessi Mason of The Market & Mill

Aug 22, 2024 33m

On today’s episode of the podcast we're with Jessi Mason of The Market & Mill in Anselmo, Nebraska (pop. 109). Jessi's sharing how she went from being a social worker with no business background…

S7E157 157 | The Ladies of Why Not Us and The Centennial

Jun 13, 2024 48m

On today’s episode of the Rural Revival podcast we’re with Deb McGinn, Ginny Showman, Jacque Andrew, Sara Ostrander, and Peg Raney of Why Not Us — a group of 72 women who pooled their resources to…

S7E156 156 | Luke and Jennifer Mahin of Irrigation Ales

May 30, 2024 47m

On today’s podcast episode we’re with Luke and Jennifer Mahin of Irrigation Ales in Courtland, Kansas (pop. 294). They’re sharing how they have built this business over time, starting with the…

S7E155 155 | Brett Hubka with A Mural Movement of Clay Center

May 16, 2024 25m

On today’s episode of the Rural Revival podcast we’re with Brett Hubka with A Mural Movement of Clay Center, Kansas (pop. 4,123).Brett's sharing how a simple service project around one mural turned…

S7 154 | OABCIG Middle School TAG Students

May 03, 2024 11m

This week we have a very special episode of the podcast featuring the OABCIG Middle School TAG students from right here in my hometown! I had the honor of getting to speak to them last week about my…

S7 153 | Eddie and Julie Flores of Nursing Back to Life

Apr 18, 2024 49m

On today’s episode of the Rural Revival podcast we’re with Eddie and Julie Flores of Nursing Back to Life, which follows their restoration of an old house in Lincoln, Kansas (pop. 1,171) that is now…

S7E152 152 | Dakota Dawn Johnson of the Cowgirl Confessions Podcast

Apr 04, 2024 48m

On today’s episode of the Rural Revival podcast we’re with Dakota Dawn Johnson, host of the Cowgirl Confessions podcast, in Mound City, Kansas (pop. 647). Dakota is a ranch wife, podcast host, and…

S7E151 151 | Laura Capp of Postscript

Mar 22, 2024 46m

On today’s episode of the Rural Revival podcast we’re with Laura Capp of Postscript, a stationery shop in Ashland, Nebraska (pop. 3,191). Laura’s sharing how the journey of becoming an English…

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