Today I speak with Roman Panchenko, a first generation Ukrainian that has proudly made Dauphin his family's home. This is his story, and how he is committing his time and energy to help others call the Parkland home through the Parkland Ukrainian Family Fund.

Supports to welcome new Ukrainian Immigrants to the Parkland

Today on 'riehl conversations' I speak with farmer John of Crooked Creek Farms, we talk about holistic farming, his hopes for his fall rye crop, the state of winter wheat this spring, and expectations for this season.

Why Holistic Farming with Farmer John

Today I venture to Reit Syd of Dauphin to speak with owner operator Don Tarrant, and Chair of the Parkland Ukrainian Family Fund Rodney Juba.
 We discuss the origin of this meaningful project, its meaning to those involved, and some of the incredible people that have come together to work on this passion project which will assist Ukrainian immigrants from war torn Ukraine. Thus orchestrating an opportunity to settle in the Parkland area or (as I like to call it) "The Land of Milk and Honey".

Assisting Ukrainian Immigration with guest Don Tarrant and Rodney Juba

Today on 'riehl conversations' podcast I meet with Frank Scinocca of Parkway lanes. We give you a behind the scenes look, introduce you to some very talented league bowlers, their well practiced shots, and frank gives a Tutorial on how to pick a bowling ball and a brief lesson on how to bowl.

Parkway Lanes, roll, bowl and enjoy the show

Kayla Gillis of Canada's National Ukrainian Festival joins 'riehl conversations' podcast and shares all about Festival plans,  the infamous Zabavas, the upcoming Kick Off Party, and how you can het involved as a community, to support the festival this year( and earn your own weekend pass in the process!).

S'enough is CNUF... And back to Festival with Kayla Gillis

What an adventure to be had!! Today Farmer John of Crooked Creek Farms takes me touring all over the farm, to take a look at his fall rye and winter wheat fields, and to learn about soil degradation after the rains. Then he teaches me to drive 'little fergie'  one of the family farm's original tractors!

Farmer John, the open Manitoba wild and me

What a wet Spring it's been. If you're curious how it's been affecting our local Parkland farmers, look no further. Today I interview Rob Brunel of Ste. Rose, Mb in his office, AKA his tractor. He takes me corn planting, answers my many curious questions, and gives me a turn at the wheel!!

Tractors, Corn Plan'tn, and Dusty Trails with Rob Brunel

Today we film from Gilbert Plains, Manitoba. I have the opportunity to spend the afternoon with the Intermountain Gun Club and the Dauphin Handgun Club, to celebrate National Range Day. How do the new proposed gun laws adversely affect Rural dwellers  and farming communities in the Parkland? A discussion with Inky Mark, President of the Dauphin Handgun Club, and former Member of Parliament. And, an experience trying my hand at unfamiliar rifles and handguns with safe supervision!

On the Range with Tamara Michèle for National Range Day

Join me for a canadid and intimate 'riehl conversations' podcast with the President Of Canada's National Ukrainian Festival Kayla Gillis and Vice-president Nick Yakekmishen. We discuss the Kick Off party last weekend, we stop into Canada's National Ukrainian Festival office to meet Meagan Pitura CAO, and chat about community, the challenges of the last 2 years, and welcome all the upcoming excitement with this year's Festival. This year the CNUF is offering volunteer opportunities rewarded with day or weekend passes! Roll up your sleeves Parkland, our community Festival needs you more than ever!...Also this week, I learn the humbling value of tripods.

Canada's National Ukrainian Festival Kick Off Street Party with Nick and Kayla

Today we meet with Certified Firearms Safety Instructor Henrik Langer, to discover more on the discussion of ignorance, and instructional safety for the licensing requirements of restricted firearms in Canada.

Possessions and Acquisitions License in the Parkland: The Risks verses Instructional Safety

Today I have farmer John back with me on the show, and we are taking a look at the different stages and expectations of some of his seeded crops this year!

Rye, Wheat and Flax with Farmer John

Today we have a series of short special interviews for the Parkland Ukrainian Family Fund, with the Dauphin Consumers Co-op, discussing their contribution and the impact it has on our community. We also meet some of our new immigrant families through the Parkland Ukrainian Family Fund: Natalia, Yanna and Sophie, as they share some stories with us with Father Brent Kuzyk.

Making history with Coop's contribution to the Parkland Ukrainian Family Fund, and a conversation

This week I have the privilege of gardening with Patty Eilers. Learn about the Dauphin Community Gardening project, and how it can enrich your life, whether you are a local gardener, want to learn about gardening,  or want to volunteer!

Dauphin Community Gardens with Patti Eilers. How she shares her love of growing!

Today on the show I have Alex Lytwyn of Willpower Media. We are in Winnipegosis, Mb where Alex is sharing his story of extraordinary willpower and optimism, while advocating for people with a disability.

Willpower and Optimism with Alex Lytwyn

Today on the show uncle Gus aka Trevor Stoyko, a comedian and Radio Personality now in Merrit BC, helps me understand more about Dauphin Borscht, the passion he has for radio, his time in Dauphin, and his exuberance for all things Ukrainian.  Why does calls he Dauphin home?

Uncle Gus and Comedian Trevor Stoyko Yuks it up with me in Fort Quapelle, Sk

Today is a special broadcast as I host a double header! When I discovered that one of the forerunners in the race for the National Conservative Party Leadership Election, was in Brandon Manitoba, at the Victoria Inn Thursday August 4th...I hightailed it to the city next door for the 'Meeting at the Pierre Poilievre Balloting Party and Rally'. I was treated with respect as independent media, and I am able to bring the following coverage. Please be advised this episode is political in nature. Please check back for a second episode later tomorrow!

Meeting at Pierre Poilievre Balloting Party & Rally in Brandon MB, Aug 4th 2022

On our adventure today I travelled to Winnipegosis, Mb to talk with Alex Lytwyn of Willpower Media, and Ambassador of Manitoba Possible.
 He quickly helps me discover what has happened at the Winnipegosis Post Office, and why it's such a big deal for a small town to lose 
postal service, even if it's temporary.

Alex Lytwyn, and a conversation about the closure of the Winnipegosis Post Office

Today Marty Voth of Bede, Manitoba shares his time and knowledge about regenerative farming, Alfalfa hay, and his love of the land!

Farming Alfalfa hay in Bede Manitoba with Farmer Voth

Today we are out and about with Farmer John on his land,  where he shares his prized 1952 Farmall Tractor. Bullet proof and ready to work,  this tractor pulls a 6 foot heritage plow to make the 40 acre field black. Unable to seed with the late spring this year,  see what benefits summer fallow gives the land in a much needed break from production. Back to our farming roots!

On the Farm with Farmer John and his 1952 Farmall Tractor to plow the fields old-school!

Today Kerri Riehl is back to cohost with me, and we discuss how approximately 100 households have been displaced by an out of town investor who doesn't appear to play by the rules. We hear some horror stories first hand from locals which begs the question? How do we assist those in our community that don't understand how to navigate the system? Where do they turn for help, and to whom, when being unfairly treated?

The story a small community, affordable housing, and one new investor who's greed upsets the balance

In this episode, I have an opportunity to meet The Honorable Candice Bergen of the Conservative Party of Canada. She was in attendance on August 9th in Wasagaming, Manitoba, for a fundraising supper hosted by Dan Mazier, Member of Parliament. I have the privilege of bringing you her speech from that evening, as Conservatives across Canada collectively hold their breath for the leadership race of the Conservative Party of Canada and it's outcome September 10th, 2022.

Conservative Party of Canada Leader addresses local Conservatives for its leadership race on Sept 10

Today on the show I host Richard Bankert and his son!  We go behind the scenes for the "Our Crazy RV" vlog and I end up on a 9km hike up in Riding Mountain National Park. Richard shares how and his family and vlog commit to fund raise,  with a $100,000 goal for One Hope Canada, which runs our local Dauphin Bible Camp! You can donate at ourcrazyrv.com

Riehl Conversations meets Our Crazy RV

Today I was on the road again and met Steve Langston. We discuss rural rejuvenation and the exciting transition that is taking place over the last 3 years in Erickson Manitoba.

We view an old church that was rescued for community use 'The Good Street Hall', we take a look at the thrift shop 'The Score Store'  that serves the entire community of approximately 750 citizens, the exciting build through grant writing and community involvement for the food security/greenhouse, and the beautiful and quaint 'Iris Café'.

Meet Steve Langston, Investor and Visionary

This week farmer John invites me out to the farm to do some seeding. He teaches me about some older machinery, that works for him like a charm. We discover more about the John Deere hoe drill, and how it all works. "Goes Pretty Straight" Is all the GPS farmer John needs! See how winter wheat can begin germinating in as little as 24 hours.

Sowing winter wheat with Farmer John

Today we spend time with Lila and the Schroeder Family in the RM of Lakeshore. Learn about the different local  garlic varieties, and what hardships these farmers endured this year.  Also discover how farming together strengthens family bonds and healthy relationships!

Garlic Harvest with Lila and the Schroeder Family

Today I'm back in Bede, Manitoba, Canada with farmer Marty Voth. He walks me the through different ways his John Deere baler uses twine and wrap to secure hay bales. Marty introduces me to his Massey Ferguson combine, the benefits of older machinery for smaller farming, some moisture testing for his freshly harvested oats with the 1955 Labtronic testing apparatus and a final farm conversation about his bearded wheat field.

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