A Farmer Joins the Show or "The Life and Passions of Dean Pakinas" - Ep 118

About this episode

Dean Pakinas shares his journey as a father, wrestling coach, and full-time farmer.

This week we are joined by Dean Pakinas from Swans Trail Farms. We hear about his life story as a father, wrestling coach and now, full time farmer (and still, father ;). We really enjoyed this discussion and hope you do as well! Brews: Apple Pie Sour by Claim 52 Brewing S.S.B. BBA Imperial Stout by Skookum Brewery

People in this episode

Host: Ian Lugg

Guest: Dean Pakinas

Topics covered

• farming
• fatherhood
• wrestling
• life stories
• passions

Keywords

• farming
• fatherhood
• wrestling coach
• Dean Pakinas
• Swans Trail Farms

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Swans Trail Farms, Claim 52 Brewing, Skookum Brewery

Products: Apple Pie Sour, S.S.B. BBA Imperial Stout

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