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This episode explores:

• Why quiet goodness often leaves the deepest impact
• The spiritual discipline of giving without being seen
• The humility required to receive help and grace
• How Christ’s gift sets the pattern for a transformed life

Whether you’re listening during the Christmas season or any time of year, this message is a reminder that true love does not announce itself. It simply shows up.

🎁 Bonus: Jared is also giving away a free digital copy of his book Searching for Home, Finding Grace. Find the download link in the show notes.

Merry Christmas, and may you be blessed as you strive to do good and leave no tracks.

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Discover how to design profitable, resilient agricultural landscapes using the principles of restoration agriculture. In this episode, Jared Sorensen hosts renowned agroforestry expert Mark Shepard for a deep, practical conversation about transforming degraded land, capturing water, integrating livestock, and building perennial ecosystems that thrive under stress.

Whether you're a rancher in the high desert, a farmer in the Midwest, or a land steward anywhere in between, Mark breaks down how to:

• Shape land to harvest and store water naturally
• Use perennial systems to build soil and long-term resilience
• Integrate crops, trees, and livestock into one profitable system
• Reduce inputs while increasing total ecosystem yield
• Apply restoration agriculture at backyard scale or large-acreage scale

Mark also shares insights from real projects across the U.S., and explains how restoration agriculture supports long-term profit, stewardship, and ecosystem regeneration.

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In this episode of the Profitable Steward Podcast, Jared sits down with AJ Richards, founder of FromTheFarm.org, to talk about the future of ranching, food security, and building a resilient, profitable direct-to-consumer model.

AJ shares his journey from ranching roots to creating a nationwide platform connecting consumers directly with farmers and ranchers—cutting out middlemen and helping producers keep more of the retail dollar.

They also dive into:
• The current state of the livestock industry
• The fragility of our modern food system
• Why herd numbers are at record lows
• AJ’s recent meetings in Washington D.C. advocating for producers
• The importance of public land grazing
• How consumers and ranchers can work together to change the system

If you’re a rancher looking for a better market, a consumer who wants real food from real people, or someone who cares about the future of American agriculture—this conversation is for you.

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In this episode of the Profitable Steward Podcast, Jared Sorensen sits down with rancher and marketing coach Amy Hay (Sell Beef Direct) to unpack a proven, step-by-step system for selling meat direct to consumer—without guesswork. You’ll learn how to build a simple sales platform, attract the right customers, and turn stewardship into sustainable profit.

What you’ll learn:

• The 5-piece platform that converts: social → website → landing page → email → store
• How to identify and target real buyers (not freebie seekers)
• Why landing pages beat websites for conversions (and what to put on them)
• Email that sells: subject lines, cadence, and tracking what works
• Pre-selling quarters/halves, deposits that reduce no-shows, and simple bundles
• Shipping vs. local drop points, and using subscriptions for steady cash flow

Guest:
Amy Hay — Rancher & Founder, Sell Beef Direct
https://www.sellbeefdirect.com/

Helpful for:
Cow-calf, stocker, mixed livestock, small to mid-scale producers, and anyone ready to launch or scale DTC meat sales.
Sign up to get personalized help to sell any farm-raised product.
https://www.sellbeefdirect.com/agsteward

Don’t miss the Profitable Regeneration Summit (FREE): https://legacy.agsteward.co/register-october

Two days of practical, profit-first strategies for regenerative farms and ranches—featuring Dr. David Kohl and

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In this episode of the Profitable Steward Podcast, host Jared Sorensen welcomes rancher and cowgirl Haley Potter, who joins live from cow camp in Montana. Haley shares her ranching heritage, the challenges of bookkeeping in agriculture, and how her work with Ambrook is helping ranchers and farmers gain financial clarity.

You’ll discover:

• Why keeping accurate books is key to stewardship and profitability.
• How ranchers can track enterprises like cattle, hay, or horses to make smarter decisions.
• Ways financial transparency reduces stress in generational transitions.
• How regenerative practices and financial tools can work together to keep families independent and resilient.

Whether you’re a rancher, farmer, or ag entrepreneur, this conversation offers real stories and practical tools to strengthen both your operation and your stewardship.

Resources Mentioned
👉 Learn more about Ambrook: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yiZ-5WTUAOM
👉 Register for the next Profitable Regeneration Summit: https://legacy.agsteward.co/register-october

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In this episode of the Profitable Steward Podcast, Jared Sorensen sits down with Dr. Shanon Brooks for a timely conversation on culture, freedom, and the future of agriculture. Together they explore:

• How regenerative practices like tighter grazing plans and soil health improvements build real profit.
• Why growing actual food creates resilience and independence.
• The cultural shifts shaping America and what that means for families and farms.
• How to navigate volatile markets without piling on debt.
• The timeless principles of stewardship that keep communities free and strong.

Whether you’re a rancher, farmer, or entrepreneur, this episode offers perspective, encouragement, and practical insights for building both profitability and freedom.

Guest Resources
📖 Dr. Shanon Brooks – Author of American: The Five Ideals That Define a Nation

Connect with Shanon at thecals.com

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In this conversation, Jared Sorensen welcomes Stanford Jensen to share the heart of his regenerative journey. Stanford opens up about the lessons, challenges, and joys he’s discovered along the way, and how they’ve shaped his unique perspective on being a profitable steward. Join us for an honest and inspiring exchange that will leave you seeing stewardship—and profitability—in a whole new light.

Want to learn more? Connect with Stanford and explore their products at https://supastures.net/

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Join host Jared Sorensen in a powerful conversation with Jonathan Rhoades as they explore what it truly means to grow as a steward who fulfills God-given responsibilities across every area of life. Together, they uncover practical wisdom and spiritual insight on how to faithfully navigate the callings of faith, family, and vocation.

Why listen?
* Gain meaningful guidance on balancing and deepening your stewardship in every sphere of life.
* Be inspired and equipped to lead with greater purpose and integrity.

Join Jonathan Rhoades for an 8-week journey with To Be Legacy—a program designed to help you recognize your infinite essence, transform identity, and elevate community.

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📌 Join our next 2-Day Virtual Event on August 20-21! Register here.

🌾 Be sure to check out our previous episodes or visit our YouTube channel.