The National Land Podcast

Debt, Deficits, and The Big Beautiful Bill: With Economist Scott Baier

In this episode of the National Land Podcast, host Mac Christian sits down with Dr. Scott Baier, Professor of Economics and Associate Dean of Research at Clemson University, to unpack the economic realities behind tariffs, global trade, and the growing U.S. national debt.

We delve into how U.S.-China trade tensions, tariffs on Canada and Mexico, and the evolution of trade agreements like NAFTA to USMCA are influencing supply chains and U.S. manufacturing. Dr. Baier explains the real impact of tariffs on consumers, businesses, and jobs, and why many economists remain skeptical of their long-term benefits.

The conversation also covers:

• How global supply chain risks are shifting post-COVID

• The legal challenges facing the presidential tariff authority

• The connection between federal deficits, debt, and entitlement programs

• What’s driving the national debt, and what realistic solutions exist to reduce it

• Why Social Security and Medicare are central to the deficit conversation

• Whether offshoring is truly harming American manufacturing jobs

Packed with insights and clear economic breakdowns, this episode is a must-listen for anyone following U.S. economic policy, global trade, or national fiscal health.

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Market Watch Q2: How Tariffs and Trade Wars Are Shaping U.S. Agriculture in 2025

In this episode, Mac Christian hosts Jackson Takach, Chief Economist and Director of Strategy, Research, & Analytics at Farmer Mac, for a frank discussion on the real economic challenges facing American agriculture. Tackling everything from rising tariffs and interest rates to farmland values and global trade tensions, Jackson breaks down the complexity of today's economic landscape.

You’ll learn about:

• The debut of Farmer Mac’s new Farmland Price Index

• The ripple effects of the “Big Beautiful Bill” on agriculture

• The reality behind the reshoring of manufacturing and trade strategy

• Why economists feel more like weather forecasters today

• What’s stalling the Farm Bill—and whether a name change could help

If you're a farmer, ag lender, policy nerd, or just someone trying to make sense of the macroeconomic mess, this episode delivers insight, data, and some much-needed perspective.

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SRA 831(b) Admin Could Be a Financial Lifesaver For Your Business

Today, we are talking about insurance! Exciting and insurance are two words we wouldn’t normally associate with each other, but this is a fascinating topic. We recently encountered SRA 831(b) Admin. Yes, that is the name of the company. A company that is making maximum use of SEO, which of course, we love. SRA 831(b) Admin is owned by fellow Idahoan (Mac lives in Idaho), Van Carlson, and is built around I.R.S. Code 831(b). This tax law establishes micro-captive insurance companies. If none of this makes sense to you, Van Carlson is here today to tell you how his company can help you create your own tax-friendly insurance program to offset risks to your business. There are a lot of moving pieces to this tax code, but that’s why this company exists. This may be a game changer for you and your business.

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Bowhunting, Land Leases, and Managing for Monster Bucks

In this episode of the National Land Podcast, host Mac Christian sits down with Christian Berg, Editor-in-Chief of Bowhunter Magazine, and Aaron Sutton, a land broker with National Land Realty and president of NLR's hunting lease division. Christian shares his journey to becoming one of bowhunting's most influential media voices, while Aaron recounts how he built a career centered around land & hunting.

The conversation dives deep into the challenges and benefits of leasing hunting land, and how managing hunting pressure and property access are key to growing trophy whitetails. They discuss the rising popularity of hunting leases, the impact of skyrocketing land values, and the critical need for clear expectations and contracts between landowners and lessees.

Whether you're a seasoned hunter, landowner, or just want to understand how leasing can provide better access to quality hunting, this episode is a masterclass in the intersection of land and wildlife management.

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Understanding The Carbon Credit Market: With Sky Harvest CEO, Will Clayton

Carbon credits have been a hot topic since the inception of carbon credit markets. This is an often discussed topic that can be difficult to get an understand of. Today, we are talking to National Land Realty agent, Keith Morris.  Keith Morris is a land real estate with a unique specialty background in minerals and devices such as carbon credits.  We are also talking with Will Clayton, CEO of Sky Harvest. Sky Harvest is taking a new approach to carbon credits with shorter-duration carbon credit agreements. In this episode, we discuss the carbon credit market, options available to landowners, how to take advantage of carbon credits, and of course, what sets Sky Harvest apart.

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How Land.com & Land Magazine Connect Buyers to Property

If you’ve ever searched for land for sale, chances are you have come across Land.com. Land.com is owned by Costar Group, the owner of brands such as Apartments.com, Loopnet and Homes.com. Today is a conversation with Tom Alexander. He is a fellow traditional bow enthusiast and the Publisher of Land Magazine. We discuss what goes on behind the scenes at Land.com, how it works, and what is in store for the future.

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Need a Loan for Farmland or a Ranch? Conterra Discusses the Marketplace

If you want to buy land and don’t have cash on hand, the process is challenging and complex. Land financing can be difficult if you are not aware of all of the resources available to you. Today, we are talking with Matthew Manuel, Robby Frantzis, and Tim Jett of the agricultural lending institution Conterra. Our discussion covers land loans, alternative financing, equipment loans, interest rates, and the current conditions of the land real estate market.

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Market Watch 2025: Q1 Land Values

Tariffs are a huge topic in the news cycle right now. If you own farmland, this topic is especially important. Today, we will discuss this topic and much more with one of the United States' top economic minds. We are once again talking to Jackson Takach, Chief Economist, Vice President of Strategy, Research, & Analytics for Farmer Mac. Those of you listening for the first time, this is an absolutely special treat. Farmer Mac functions as the secondary marketplace for land loans. In other words, this is where most land loans originate. Get ready for a terrific episode! 

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