In this week’s episode of Unscripted, Tyne Morgan and Clinton Griffiths are joined by Farm Journal’s master storyteller, Chris Bennett, and constitutional attorney Josh Windham for a powerful conversation on the growing tensions between property rights and government authority. At the center: the Open Fields doctrine—a nearly century-old legal loophole that allows warrantless searches on private land across 1.2 billion acres in the U.S. From hidden trail cameras to drone surveillance, they unpack how modern technology is colliding with outdated legal precedent.

Windham, a senior attorney at the Institute for Justice, explains how he’s using state constitutions to challenge these intrusions—arguing that it’s time to overturn the 1924 Hester decision and restore true Fourth Amendment protections.

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In this episode of Unscripted, hosts Tyne Morgan and Clinton Griffiths are joined by Colin Woodall, CEO of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, for a deep dive into the challenges and opportunities in the cattle industry. They cover everything from surging beef demand and the carnivore diet trend to cattle prices and the Maha Movement’s influence. The conversation also explores the looming threat of the New World Screwworm fly, the hurdles in controlling its spread, and Secretary Rollins’ controversial decision to close the border. They discuss the risks of misinformation in the market and the debate over 24/7 agricultural futures trading—highlighting its potential impact on volatility and costs for farmers and ranchers.

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In this episode of Unscripted, hosts Tyne Morgan and Clinton Griffiths welcome Callie Eideberg from The Vogel Group for a candid, behind-the-scenes breakdown of the most pressing issues in agriculture policy today. From the high-stakes reconciliation bill to looming cuts that could reshape the Farm Bill as we know it, this conversation covers the intersection of politics, policy, and rural livelihoods.

We unpack the ripple effects of slashing $230 billion from House Ag’s jurisdiction, the future of the SNAP program, and the delicate balancing act between commodity support and nutrition funding. With trade uncertainty rising—especially with China and the UK—Callie and the team dig into the vital role advocacy plays in keeping American ag strong on the global stage.

As journalists and television hosts, scripts are a lifeline. Hosts Tyne Morgan and Clinton Griffiths are now throwing out the script all together and going “Unscripted”. Each week, we’re joined by fellow Farm Journal hosts and editors to peel back the layers on stories we’ve shared throughout the week for your chance to meet the personalities behind the personalities.

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