Brands And Barbed Wire

Brands and Barbed Wire is a beef cattle podcast where Jim Johnson takes you behind the brands and looks through the barbed wire at the most iconic and historic beef cattle ranches in the world. We'll sit down and hear stories from prominent beef cattle operations and visit with the influential people who shaped the industry. So sit back, kick off your boots and prepare to be entertained and astounded as Jim introduces you to those captivating stories rarely, if ever been told.

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Recent Reviews

Feathercast

Great stories

First one I listened to was RA Brown Ranch, and really enjoyed the stories. Have not been disappointed with any of them since!
BZHutch

Great Listening

If you have any inkling of the cattle industry and the folks who have dedicated their lives to it this is a great listen. After spending over 30 years in this industry and knowing several of the people Jim has on his show I learned something about each of them. It’s great to hear how they and their families, often multiple generations, have changed the cattle industry. Great job, Jim!
blahblah002300

Great insight into agricultural history

Wether you’re involved in cattle or not I think this a great podcast to try. The stories from these historical ranches although mostly cattle specific are wildly entertaining and very easy to understand even if you have little background in agriculture.
Desco Charolais

R. A. Brown Ranch

Wow all three episodes were very entertaining and educational at the same time as these cowboys share their ups, downs passions and convictions. Mr. Browns purposes in life like up so level with my eyes got leaky when I heard them. If he loved white cattle we could be identical twin Brothers!
L-Town007

Rich history of the cattle industry

Love learning about these family’s and their path to where they are today. Jim’s voice & easy conversation was made for the podcast world!
Gpgoarmy

Great podcast!!

Not being in the cattle business my expectations were mixed about this podcast. However the host asked great questions and the guest’s colorful, honest and raw answers were very enjoyable to listen to. The show takes you back through cattle and cowboy history, one of the oldest American ventures, but cleverly weaves in the interesting science of today which focuses on not only profitability but sustainability as well. Can’t wait for the next episode!!!
sheepnick1

Such a cool and unique podcast

I love Jim’s podcast voice! This is gonna be a cool podcast for sure!
cattle insights

What a voice

Looking forward to hearing what you have to say. With a voice like that, you belong on the radio!
Pickle willy

Real deal!

Jim is a real cattleman that can entertain with the best of them. He does justice to each story and adds to the conversations through his knowledge and research. I know him personally, he’s as good as they come and serious about cattle.