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Land & Everything Else is dedicated to demystifying the world of alternative investments. Brought to you by the department of Agriculture and Consumer Economics within the College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences at the University of Illinois, Land and Everything Else will explore the nuts and bolts of non-stock and bond investing. From dirt to derivatives, this podcast will guide financial planners, wealth managers and consumers into the land of alternative investing.
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Markets now react to headlines in milliseconds. Algorithms scan reports, execute trades, and flood exchanges with activity before most humans finish reading the news. Yet agriculture still moves on a different clock. Crops grow over months, risk builds across seasons, and farmers face decisions that affect an entire year’s income. In this conversation, Dr. Craig Lemoine sits down with commodity trader Dave Chatterton to explore how farmers manage price risk and how commodity markets evolved f...
Farmland is no longer a purely local conversation. As global capital looks for stability, diversification, and long-term value, agriculture continues to draw interest from investors who may have never stepped foot on a farm. That shift brings opportunity, complexity, and new questions about how land is owned, managed, and passed on across generations. In this episode, Ed Blundy of Brown & Co. joins Dr. Lemoine to explore agriculture through an international lens shaped by both education a...
Money shows up in nearly every major life decision, but it almost never comes with clear guidance on how to use it in a way that actually supports our long-term satisfaction. In this episode, Dr. Craig Lemoine sits down with Professor Donovan Sanchez to explore how financial education is evolving and why happiness deserves a place in the conversation alongside returns, income, and planning models. The discussion moves through what the data says about income and well-being, how people adapt to...
Some opportunities only reveal themselves to people who pay attention, and that’s exactly what makes this conversation with Peter Lehman so interesting. From the strength of Midwest farmland to the global forces fueling demand for protein, Peter shares how he and his team have repeatedly found value where others weren’t looking. The stories behind those decisions are surprising, thoughtful, and full of insight for anyone watching today’s markets with a long horizon in mind. Key Topics: The gl...
Welcome back! We’re kicking off season 3 of Land and Everything Else with a conversation that bridges technology, trust, and transformation in wealth management. Dr. Craig Lemoine welcomes back Ilya Zlotnik, Partner and Managing Director at Vivaldi Capital Management, to explore how AI is changing the way advisors work and why it’s making the human element more valuable than ever. Together, they unpack what AI can (and can’t) do in the advisory space, how fintech tools are freeing up time for...
It’s the end of Season 2, and for the first time, Dr. Craig Lemoine takes the mic solo to reflect on how far Land and Everything Else has come. What started as a simple idea to connect agriculture and alternative investing in the classroom has grown into a full-scale learning platform with thousands of students, nine courses, and fifty-one guests who helped shape the conversation along the way. Two years later, this space has become a place where ideas turned into action, and stories turned i...
Artificial intelligence may change how we work, but it won’t replace what makes advisors invaluable: empathy, perspective, and real human connection. In this episode, Dr. Matt Goren, Chief Strategy Officer at Brett Danko Educational Center, joins Craig Lemoine to explore the intersection of AI, education, and financial planning. From calculators to ChatGPT, they discuss what’s worth keeping, what needs to evolve, and how the next generation of planners can balance efficiency with empathy. The...
Behind every innovation in land and agriculture, there’s a story of persistence, feedback, and people. In this episode, Acres.com co-founders Carter Malloy and Ben Maddox sit down with Brodrick Lothringer, our host for this episode, at the Land Investment Expo to share how their platform is reshaping the way professionals access and understand land data. They reflect on the scrappy beginnings of AcreTrader, the challenges of turning scattered records into usable insights, and the culture of c...
Financial conferences can be game-changers for advisors, but they can also be overwhelming. In this episode, PodPony founder Brodrick Lothringer talks about what makes these gatherings valuable, where they fall short, and why showing up ready to learn matters. This conversation covers the mix of association, custodial, and newer conferences like Future Proof and T3, while also digging into the culture that surrounds them, from late-night networking marathons to the challenges of keeping event...
John Heneghan, founder of Servant Financial and longtime partner in the Promise Land Opportunity Zone Fund, joins us live from the Land Investment Expo. With decades of experience in wealth management and alternative investments, John shares how his journey took him from CFO work to founding Servant Financial, and why faith and purpose guided the name of his firm. We dive into his investment philosophy, from farmland and private funds to the role of Bitcoin as a modern “digital gold.” John ex...
Jonathan Shively’s career started in the high-pressure world of institutional equity brokerage, working with global funds and billion-dollar portfolios. But a personal leap into farmland ownership reshaped how he thought about investing. Now, as Director of Capital Partnerships at Peoples Company, he helps connect farmers and landowners with the capital they need—while giving investors access to one of the most resilient asset classes out there. In this conversation, Jonathan shares how his c...
Garrett Jackson never imagined a career in finance when he was growing up in rural Kansas. In fact, his dream was always to become a doctor. However, some science courses made him realize that might not be his thing, even though the desire for helping others was unchanged. That desire, alongside some life twists, led him to discover personal financial planning. Today, Garrett leads a trust office in Kansas and helps urban investors and rural families with the challenges of land, legacy, and f...
Tax law changes, corn yields, and non-correlated assets might sound like a random jumble of words, but they all point to one thing: farmland. On this episode, we’re talking with Dr. Bruce Sherrick and Steve Bruere from Peoples Company to dive into the "Big Beautiful Bill", that newly passed legislation that's shaking things up for both agriculture and investors. They break down policies like the Section 45Z energy credits, which could mean big things for fuels made from crops, and the expansi...
California’s agriculture is just different. There’s an incredible diversity of products, it’s very exposed to changes in policies, and it suffers from water constraints almost every year. It really deserves special treatment. In this episode, live from the 2025 Land Investment Expo, we talk with Curtis Buono from Peoples Company to talk about all the things that make California’s farmland market so unique. It’s not just about the agriculture, but also about its impact on investment opportunit...
Estate planning is not always about “who gets what”. In fact, most of the time, it’s about the complications that arise when a family tries to decide it. In this episode of Land and Everything Else, Dr. Craig Lemoine welcomes Chicago attorney Tim Ritchey to talk through it all. They go from farmland and rental properties to blended families and sibling drama, and warn you about what can happen when life throws curveballs you are not prepared for. Tim also dives into a sensitive topic in estat...
One of the best ways of standing out as a financial advisor is connection. In this episode, Shana Orczyk Sissel—founder and CEO of Banríon Capital Management—shares how alternative investments can deepen client relationships while offering invaluable portfolio diversification. From private equity in sports teams to impact-driven funds, we explore how alts open the door to meaningful conversations that traditional assets often miss. Key takeaways: Most advisors underutilize alternatives, despi...
In this episode, we unpack the emotional baggage, regulatory blind spots, and real-world complexity that make alternative investments both fascinating and frustrating. From farmland and fractional art to NFTs and Opportunity Zones, Dr. Craig Lemoine, Ailie Elmore, and Brodrick Lothringer explore what it takes to move beyond the standard portfolio. They explain why liquidity isn't always your friend, how client education can bridge the alt knowledge gap, and why holding onto "Meemaw's peach or...
What if your investments could fight food insecurity, improve air quality, and revitalize communities—all at once? JaQ Campbell and Hope Lovell of Alexander Legacy Private Wealth share how they use real estate and agriculture to create “triple win” outcomes for investors, neighborhoods, and the environment. They unpack the “big RIA” approach (Real Estate, Insurance, and Alternatives), explain how Opportunity Zones are redefining placemaking, and share how urban agri-communities can tran...
Retirement planning has come a long way, and Income Lab is leading the charge with a smarter, adaptive approach. On this episode of “Land & Everything Else,” we bring on Dr. Michael Kothakota, Dr. Derek Tharp, and Dr. Justin Fitzpatrick. Instead of outdated "probability of failure" metrics, their software helps advisors create flexible, personalized spending plans that adjust to life’s inevitable changes. Key Takeaways: - Get beyond the 4% rule with real-world spending models - Optimize w...
How resilient is American agriculture in the face of escalating trade tensions? In this episode, we’re joined by Steve Bruere of Peoples Company and returning guest Dr. Bruce Sherrick for a thought-provoking conversation on the stability of farmland investments—especially when compared to the volatility of traditional stock markets. From global pressures to local impacts, we explore how current trade dynamics are reshaping the agricultural landscape. Tune in for insights on: - The growi...
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