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Average audio length:
28 minutes
Guest interviews
English
United States
29 episodes
since Feb. 26, 2026
episodic

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Discover the Wildlife Exhibit at the Dutchess County Fair with Bill from the Northern Dutchess Rod & Gun Club. From reptiles and Hudson River fish to taxidermy, archery, airsoft, hatchet throwing, and free fishing for kids, this longtime fair tradition offers a unique opportunity to learn about…

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From baby chicks and colorful eggs to giant 50-pound turkeys, the Dutchess County Fair Poultry Barn is full of surprises. In this Legacy of Agriculture and Community podcast, Vern Schrom Jr. shares what happens behind the scenes in the Poultry Barn, including how birds are cared for, how poultry is…
For more than 60 years, Gina Guercio Beckmann and her family have been part of the Dutchess County Fair. In this episode of the Legacy of Agriculture and Community podcast, Gina shares her family's generations-long connection to agriculture, dairy cattle, 4-H, and the fairgrounds. Hear how her…
Amanda has been part of the Dutchess County Fair since she was eight years old. In this episode of the Legacy of Agriculture and Community podcast, she shares her journey through 4-H, raising and showing dairy goats, and bringing the next generation of her family into the tradition. Learn about Tog…
John Prezzano has been part of the Dutchess County Fair for nearly 40 years. In this episode of the Legacy of Agriculture and Community podcast, he takes us inside the world of livestock showing and explains what it takes to raise, train, breed, feed, and show market pigs. With approximately 80 pig…
Meet Hilby, the “Skinny German Juggling Boy,” and discover the incredible story behind one of the Dutchess County Fair's longtime performers. From learning to juggle while traveling through Asia to performing at fairs, cruise ships, theaters, and venues across the country, Hilby has built a un…
For more than 50 years, Leon’s Leather has been part of the Dutchess County Fair. Amanda and Scott share the story of their family business, which began with Leon in 1966 and grew into a nationally traveling leather business known for its full-grain leather belts and handcrafted products. Learn how…
Join us for a fascinating conversation with Alan and Ingrid as we explore the history of the Pleasant Valley Train Station, its connection to Dutchess County agriculture, and how this historic structure was carefully moved and restored at the fairgrounds. We also visit the Antique Village, discuss …
For more than a century, the Grange has been part of the Dutchess County Fair. In this Legacy of Agriculture and Community podcast, Ryan Orton shares the story of his family's five-generation connection to the Grange, the 80-year history of the Grange Snack Bar, and the organization's con…
Ever wonder what happens behind the scenes to make the Dutchess County Fairgrounds look so spectacular? Tony from Phantom Gardener takes us behind the scenes of the gardens and grounds, revealing how nearly 14,000 annual flowers are planted and maintained for fair week, how historic trees are cared…
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