From Farm Roots to Media Success – Katie Navarra Bradley’s Journey
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In this inspiring conversation, host Val Lavigne (@DairyGalVal) sits down with Katie Navarra Bradley to explore her farm roots and unique journey from growing up on a family farm to becoming a respected media professional, author, and entrepreneur in agriculture.
In this inspiring conversation, host Val Lavigne (@DairyGalVal) sits down with Katie Navarra Bradley to explore her farm roots and her unique journey from growing up on a family farm to becoming a respected media professional, author, and entrepreneur in agriculture. Katie shares how her roots in farming shaped her love for storytelling and fueled a career dedicated to amplifying voices within the ag industry.
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Pull Up a Bale Podcast is hosted by dairy farmer, homeschooling mom, and agvocate Val Lavigne. This podcast invites farmers, ranchers, educators, and everyday rural changemakers to pull up a bale and share what’s really going on, the challenges, the purpose, the grit, and the heart behind the work. From legacy and leadership to motherhood, mental health, and the power of storytelling, this show is a seat at the table for voices that often go unheard — and it’s all about building community through conversation. Listen to Pull Up a Bale Podcast now on your favorite podcast player or watch on YouTube!
From Farm Roots to Media Success – Katie Navarra Bradley’s Journey
Powered by the 1st American Dairy XPO!
In this inspiring conversation, host Val Lavigne (@DairyGalVal) sits down with Katie Navarra Bradley to explore her farm roots and unique journey from growing up on a family farm to becoming a respected media professional, author, and entrepreneur in agriculture. Katie shares how her roots in farming shaped her love for storytelling and fueled a career dedicated to amplifying voices within the ag industry.
Katie opens up about the transition from traditional employment to full-time freelance writing, a leap she made during the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. She offers real-world insights into the importance of planning, saving, and trusting the process when stepping into self-employment. Her story highlights resilience, adaptability, and the power of continuous learning.
Listeners will also discover Katie’s passion for horses and how they influence her leadership coaching and team-building work. She draws powerful parallels between working with horses and guiding people, emphasizing patience, trust, and clear communication as cornerstones of effective leadership.
Key takeaways from this episode include:
Farm Roots can take you anywhere!
Storytelling is essential in agriculture and media.
Networking and lifelong learning are keys to success.
Horses can teach valuable leadership lessons.
Small acts of kindness can have lasting impact.
Surrounding yourself with inspiring people fosters growth.
Whether you’re a dairy producer, entrepreneur, or simply someone looking for inspiration, Katie’s journey offers motivation to take risks, embrace change, and pursue your passions with confidence.
Tune in to this episode of Pull Up A Bale with Katie Navarra Bradley and be inspired to chase your own dreams.
Tune in to this episode and discover why embracing tough love, adaptability, and community can transform the way we approach farming, entrepreneurship, and life.
This episode runs on @WonderCowColostrum — shop at WonderCow and use code DAIRYGALVAL to save!
Grab your favorite drink, Pull Up a Bale, and listen in to this real, raw, and inspiring conversation.
Listen now atwww.pullupabale.com or wherever you get your podcasts and don’t forget to subscribe and share with a friend who loves agriculture stories!
Whether you’re in the barn, in the cab, or taking a break between chores, you’ll feel right at home.
Want to start sharing your own ag story? Visit dairygalval.com join the email list and grab Val’s free download: “Top 10 Ideas for Sharing Your Story.”
On this week’s episode of the Pull Up A Bale Podcast, host Val Lavigne (@DairyGalVal) sits down with California dairy farmer Justin Leyendekker, known on Instagram as @jfley1287. Justin brings a powerful blend of family legacy, innovation, and agricultural passion to the mic as he shares the story behind his 2,000-cow operation and the meaning behind the memorable name, Hoppy Cows Dairy.
In this episode of Pull Up a Bale Podcast, host Val Lavigne sits down with Samantha Allen to talk Farming, Flowers, Family and Faith. Samantha is the farmer, mom and creative force behind Lane House Florals.
Tune in to this episode of Pull Up A Bale with Katie Navarra Bradley and be inspired to chase your own dreams.
Tune in to this episode and discover why embracing tough love, adaptability, and community can transform the way we approach farming, entrepreneurship, and life.
Want to start sharing your own ag story? Visit dairygalval.com join the email list and grab Val’s free download: “Top 10 Ideas for Sharing Your Story.”
