Meet the Farmers Podcast

“How are you and how is life right now?”

Ben Eagle's signature gentle opening to establish a personal connection before diving into professional topics.

“Could you please introduce yourself to the audience?”

The standard opening for expert guests on 'The Big Debate' to establish their credentials and role.

“Was there a moment you decided that farming was going to be for you?”

Ben Eagle uses this to identify a key turning point in a guest's origin story, especially if they faced obstacles.

“What does your day-to-day job actually look like?”

A follow-up on 'The Big Debate' to move beyond a guest's official title to their practical responsibilities.

“How did it feel to write the personal parts of your book?”

When interviewing authors, Ben Eagle probes the emotional experience of the creative process.

“Take me back to that time; how significant was that moment for you?”

Ben Eagle's method for getting guests to elaborate on a pivotal, character-forming event they've mentioned.

“What does 'smarter farming' mean to you?”

When reporting from events, Ally Hunter Blair asks a core thematic question to multiple guests to compare perspectives.

“What's the one tech thing that keeps you up at night?”

A question used at events to surface common pain points and anxieties about agricultural technology.

“Does the fear of public speaking ever leave you?”

An example of Ben Eagle asking about the psychological management of a long-term personal challenge.

“What were you looking to change with the recent [government] consultation?”

A typical 'Big Debate' question to an official, asking for the specific goals behind a new policy or review.

“What does your ideal farm day look like in the future?”

A forward-looking question to get farmers to articulate their vision for a better work-life balance through technology.