Dirt Diaries EP #17: Digging in with Emily Sharkey

Today’s guest is someone you may not always see front and center, but I promise you’ve felt the impact of her work in a big way.

Emily Sharkey is the creative force behind the SharkFarmer brand—serving as Executive Producer of SharkFarmer Radio on SiriusXM Rural Radio Channel 147 and Producer of SharkFarmer TV on RFD-TV. She’s the heart and the hustle behind the SharkFarmer operation—and she also happens to be married to the SharkFarmer himself, Rob.

We met up while at Farm Progress to record this episode in front of a live audience at the RFD-TV booth stage! Emily opens up about her journey back to farming, the struggles her family faced across generations, and the innovative solutions that helped them stay afloat. We talk about the evolution of the SharkFarmer podcast and TV show, the importance of connecting with other farmers through honest storytelling, and the pride that comes from overcoming obstacles in both business and life.

In this conversation, we dig into her journey of finding purpose in agribusiness, the role women play in shaping the future of agriculture, and how Nationwide is making a real difference in rural communities. We also get personal—talking about her love of Las Vegas, country music, and the pride she has in her fiercely independent daughter.

Krista is the perfect mix of professional insight and charm, and you might finish this episode ready to book a trip to Sin City!

Let’s get dirty with Emily.

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