Salt of the Earth Farm Stories

Ep 110: Lucy Godbolt

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2443776/fan_mail/new] Most 13-year-olds are thinking about school, sport, social media, or what’s for dinner. But for Lucy Godbolt, a lot of her spare time is spent thinking about cattle, genetics, temperament, and what makes a great animal stand out in the ring. Growing up in a livestock-focused family, Lucy has learned plenty from her dad, Pete Godbolt, a highly respected stud stock manager with Nutrien Ag Solutions. But she's also forging her own path in the industry. At just 13, Lucy is already making her mark at major events such as the Sydney Royal Easter Show, competing in cattle showing and junior judging competitions, and collecting an impressive list of ribbons and achievements along the way. In this episode, we chat about the excitement and nerves of show day, some memorable mishaps, her agricultural scholarship, and what keeps drawing her back to the cattle industry. We also find out her favourite cattle breed. It's a great conversation with one of the next generation of passionate young people helping shape the future of Australian agriculture.

Ep 109: Peter Godbolt _ Part B

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2443776/fan_mail/new] Peter Goldbolt. In this episode, we dive into the pressure and adrenaline of sale day — where Pete can be responsible for selling millions of dollars worth of livestock in a single day. As a Stud Stock Manager with Nutrien Ag Solutions, Pete gives a great insight into the modern stud stock world, from changing technology to the relationships that hold the industry together across Australia. We also get a behind-the-scenes look at auctioneering itself — including the difference between being a fast or slow padder, reading a crowd, and the skill involved in keeping a sale moving. There’s plenty of laughs in this one too, along with an honest chat about family life, long days on the road, and the balancing act that comes with working right across the country. Hope you enjoy Part B with Peter Godbolt.

Ep 108: Peter Godbolt _ Part A

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2443776/fan_mail/new] Peter Godbolt is a Stud Stock Manager with Nutrien Ag Solutions, working with livestock breeders and producers right across Australia. Spending close to 100,000 kilometres a year on the road, he’s constantly travelling between cattle sales, properties, shows and industry events. Growing up around Herefords, Pete says there’s no better place to grow up than on the farm — and his experience stretches across both the commercial and stud stock sectors of the livestock industry. In Part A, we talk auctioneering stories, life on the land, the evolution of cattle genetics, meat quality, temperament, and the people that make the industry what it is. There’s plenty of insight, a few laughs, and some great stories from behind the microphone and behind the rails.

Ep 107: The Unbreakable Farmer _ Part B

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2443776/fan_mail/new] After disaster hits a community, the damage isn’t always visible. Grief, uncertainty and the fear of what might come next can linger for years — especially in rural Australia, where many people live knowing another drought, fire or flood could be around the corner. In this episode, Warren Davies talks openly about resilience, adverse circumstances, and the importance of building capacity before life gets tough. We also check in on Warren himself, and discuss practical ways people can better support both themselves and those around them. There’s plenty of encouragement in this conversation too — including Warren’s challenge for people to find just one percent of their day to invest in their own wellbeing. This episode is about resilience, hope, community… and the small steps that can make a big difference. If this episode raises anything for you personally, please reach out for support. Lifeline is available 24/7 on 13 11 14.

Ep 106: The Unbreakable Farmer Part 1

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2443776/fan_mail/new] Warren Davies knows what it’s like to hit rock bottom — and rebuild from it. Known to many as The Unbreakable Farmer, Warren has become one of Australia’s most respected rural mental health speakers, travelling the country sharing hard-earned lessons on resilience, connection, and getting through tough seasons. In this episode of Salt of the Earth, Farm Stories, Warren opens up about the challenges facing rural Australia, the emotional toll disasters can take on rural families, and why building capacity before crisis matters so much. We also talk about the work he’s doing in disaster-hit communities around Australia, the importance of mateship and conversation, and how small steps can make a real difference when life feels overwhelming. This is a grounded and honest conversation. If this episode brings up anything for you, support is available. In Australia, you can contact Lifeline Australia on 13 11 14 or visit Lifeline Australia [https://www.lifeline.org.au/?utm_source=chatgpt.com] for 24/7 crisis support and counselling.