Rural Matters is a biweekly, 30-minute podcast about rural education, business, and health. The podcast's mission is to increase awareness, inform discussion, and expand the dialogue on the most important issues facing rural stakeholders every day. Guests on the podcast include rural education decision-makers, rural business owners and entrepreneurs, and rural health care representatives. The National Rural Education Association and the Center for Rural Affairs are marketing partners.
Rural Matters
Claim This Podcastby Michael Levin-Epstein
4.8(32 reviews)
113 episodes
Updated Weekly
Accepts GuestsHas SponsorsLocation 🇺🇸
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Rural Matters is a biweekly, 30-minute podcast about rural education, business, and health. The podcast's mission is to increase awareness, inform discussion, and expand the dialogue on the most important issues facing rural stakeholders every day. Guests on the podcast include rural education decision-makers, rural business owners and entrepreneurs, and rural health care representatives. The National Rural Education Association and the Center for Rural Affairs are marketing partners.
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Publishing Since
6/12/2020
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Recent Episodes
April 29, 2026
Reversing Brain Drain in Rural Haiti
Host Michael interviews Angela Galbreath and Lesly Joseph about how the University of Fondwa reverses rural brain drain through unique development and economic opportunities.
April 9, 2026
The Impact of School Closures on Rural Communities
Host Michael chats with Professor Mara Tieken about the profound impact of school closures on rural communities and common misconceptions surrounding them.
January 19, 2026
Responsible Energy Development in Rural Communities
Michael interviews Adam Ferrari, Phoenix Energy CEO, about responsible energy development in rural communities, current market conditions, and how landowners assess mineral rights offers.
113 total episodes available with 5 transcripts
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Adam Ferrari
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Andrea Fox
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Michael Backus
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Brian Fisher
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Dr Julia Clark
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Alan Morgan
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Max Silber
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Dr. Melissa Sadorf
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Dr. Steven Johnson
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Taylor McCabe-Juhnke
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Jenny Story
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- What is Rural Matters?
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This podcast updates weekly.
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This podcast is available on 9 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
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Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.
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