Hosted by @MRBImpact we are the podcast that focuses on connecting the dots between policy and rural everything. From health to education, agriculture to housing, broadband, transportation, much more, hear from thought leaders and experts who KNOW rural.https://bsky.app/profile/ruralimpactpodcast.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/ruralimpactpodcast.bsky.social/post/3mzimvhzwih2jPlanning your organization’s 2027 outreach? Consider a partnership with The Rural Impact. Connect your mission with conversations about rural healthcare, education, policy, leadership, and opportunity. Explore options: https://www.theruralimpact.com/podcast-sponsorship-information #RuralPartnerships04 Nov 2026 15:05 +0000at://did:plc:tkithpskuj4rewijamob525p/app.bsky.feed.post/3mzimvhzwih2jhttps://bsky.app/profile/ruralimpactpodcast.bsky.social/post/3mzgf5mwpa222@mrbimpact.bsky.social with a preview of our November 5th, episode talking about the Federal Workforce and much more. https://youtube.com/shorts/0suEzvlETQU?feature=share03 Nov 2026 17:41 +0000at://did:plc:tkithpskuj4rewijamob525p/app.bsky.feed.post/3mzgf5mwpa222https://bsky.app/profile/ruralimpactpodcast.bsky.social/post/3mzfvjqy6wl2sAt The Rural Impact, we believe informed conversations and civic participation are essential to understanding the issues shaping the future of rural America. Today, we recognize the importance of every community having a voice in the democratic process.03 Nov 2026 13:02 +0000at://did:plc:tkithpskuj4rewijamob525p/app.bsky.feed.post/3mzfvjqy6wl2shttps://bsky.app/profile/ruralimpactpodcast.bsky.social/post/3mzdtzwhyn32z📊 More than 2,200 rural voters. One important conversation. What do their perspectives reveal about affordability, healthcare, and the future of rural America? 🎙️ Join Michelle Rathman and guests from KFF for Episode 93. https://youtu.be/iyxbQNWbOng #RuralVoices02 Nov 2026 17:30 +0000at://did:plc:tkithpskuj4rewijamob525p/app.bsky.feed.post/3mzdtzwhyn32zhttps://bsky.app/profile/ruralimpactpodcast.bsky.social/post/3mzdp4zv5ez27Looking for a way to show your rural pride? Visit The Rural Impact shop for branded gear that celebrates our shared commitment to rural communities. Browse the collection: https://theruralimpact-shop.fourthwall.com/ #RuralPride02 Nov 2026 16:02 +0000at://did:plc:tkithpskuj4rewijamob525p/app.bsky.feed.post/3mzdp4zv5ez27https://bsky.app/profile/ruralimpactpodcast.bsky.social/post/3mzbpgyvbas2q🏥 Rising healthcare costs affect more than household budgets. They're shaping how rural Americans view policy and political leadership. Hear Sarah Jane Tribble discuss the impact in Episode 93 of The Rural Impact. ▶️ Watch the full conversation: https://youtu.be/iyxbQNWbOng01 Nov 2026 21:02 +0000at://did:plc:tkithpskuj4rewijamob525p/app.bsky.feed.post/3mzbpgyvbas2qhttps://bsky.app/profile/ruralimpactpodcast.bsky.social/post/3mz6obeov3v2jOne word. Endless possibilities. What one word comes to mind when you think of rural America? Share yours below and see what others have to say. #TheRuralImpact31 Oct 2026 16:03 +0000at://did:plc:tkithpskuj4rewijamob525p/app.bsky.feed.post/3mz6obeov3v2jhttps://bsky.app/profile/ruralimpactpodcast.bsky.social/post/3mz3w3qzc3727Groceries. Gas. Healthcare. Rising costs are shaping the priorities of rural voters ahead of the 2026 midterms. What does the latest KFF/AP survey reveal? 🎧 Explore the findings in Episode 93 of The Rural Impact. theruralimpact.com30 Oct 2026 13:45 +0000at://did:plc:tkithpskuj4rewijamob525p/app.bsky.feed.post/3mz3w3qzc3727https://bsky.app/profile/ruralimpactpodcast.bsky.social/post/3myzn6k3xpl27THROWBACK THURSDAY: Join Michelle Rathman and Leslie Dach of Protect Our Care for The Other Side of Transformation, a conversation about protecting healthcare access today while continuing to build a stronger, more equitable and accessible system for tomorrow. Listen now: theruralimpact.com29 Oct 2026 16:00 +0000at://did:plc:tkithpskuj4rewijamob525p/app.bsky.feed.post/3myzn6k3xpl27https://bsky.app/profile/ruralimpactpodcast.bsky.social/post/3mywspw6the2bBehind every episode are hours of research, outreach, recording, and production. Your support helps us keep meaningful rural conversations available to listeners. Consider contributing to The Rural Impact: theruralimpact.com #SupportRuralVoices28 Oct 2026 13:02 +0000at://did:plc:tkithpskuj4rewijamob525p/app.bsky.feed.post/3mywspw6the2bhttps://bsky.app/profile/ruralimpactpodcast.bsky.social/post/3myrykgo4gw2eExplore official The Rural Impact merchandise and find something that celebrates the communities and conversations you care about. Shop here: https://theruralimpact-shop.fourthwall.com/ #RuralPride #TheRuralImpact26 Oct 2026 15:03 +0000at://did:plc:tkithpskuj4rewijamob525p/app.bsky.feed.post/3myrykgo4gw2ehttps://bsky.app/profile/ruralimpactpodcast.bsky.social/post/3myq45cy2xc2sRural America has stories, challenges, innovations, and ideas that deserve a bigger audience. The Rural Impact brings these conversations together. Follow us, share an episode with someone who cares about rural communities, and help us amplify rural voices. #TheRuralImpact #RuralAmerica25 Oct 2026 21:02 +0000at://did:plc:tkithpskuj4rewijamob525p/app.bsky.feed.post/3myq45cy2xc2shttps://bsky.app/profile/ruralimpactpodcast.bsky.social/post/3myn2ysms4l2eEvery rural community has something worth celebrating. Is it neighbors showing up for one another, local businesses, schools, healthcare teams, or something else?  Tell us your community’s greatest strength in the comments. #RuralVoices #RuralAmerica24 Oct 2026 16:03 +0000at://did:plc:tkithpskuj4rewijamob525p/app.bsky.feed.post/3myn2ysms4l2ehttps://bsky.app/profile/ruralimpactpodcast.bsky.social/post/3mykkkiiuyi22Looking to connect with people who care about the future of rural America? Ask us about remaining 2026 sponsorship opportunities with The Rural Impact.  Learn more: https://www.theruralimpact.com/podcast-sponsorship-information #RuralLeadership #PodcastSponsorship23 Oct 2026 16:04 +0000at://did:plc:tkithpskuj4rewijamob525p/app.bsky.feed.post/3mykkkiiuyi22https://bsky.app/profile/ruralimpactpodcast.bsky.social/post/3myhpwgr4ha24🎙️ NEW EPISODE! What's on the minds of rural voters? Michelle Rathman welcomes Sarah Jane Tribble and Liz Hamel to explore the economic concerns, healthcare challenges, and priorities shaping the rural vote. ▶️ Watch or listen: theruralimpact.com #RuralAmerica #RuralVoters22 Oct 2026 13:02 +0000at://did:plc:tkithpskuj4rewijamob525p/app.bsky.feed.post/3myhpwgr4ha24https://bsky.app/profile/ruralimpactpodcast.bsky.social/post/3myhfv27ii32yTHROWBACK THURSDAY: Healthcare policy doesn’t affect every community in the same way. In Episode 90, Leslie Dach of Protect Our Care joins Michelle Rathman to discuss why changes in coverage and healthcare policy can have an outsized impact on rural communities.https://youtu.be/mbrnq-14dLM22 Oct 2026 10:02 +0000at://did:plc:tkithpskuj4rewijamob525p/app.bsky.feed.post/3myhfv27ii32yhttps://bsky.app/profile/ruralimpactpodcast.bsky.social/post/3myfwxea62n2kWhat does it take to build a community where people can truly thrive? It takes the whole community. Don't miss this conversation about well-being in America with Becky Payne on YouTube. https://youtu.be/pXLpon2UBqE21 Oct 2026 20:02 +0000at://did:plc:tkithpskuj4rewijamob525p/app.bsky.feed.post/3myfwxea62n2khttps://bsky.app/profile/ruralimpactpodcast.bsky.social/post/3myd4cmydgp2rRural pride looks good on you! Explore official The Rural Impact merchandise and find something that celebrates the communities and conversations you care about. Shop here: https://theruralimpact-shop.fourthwall.com/ #RuralPride #TheRuralImpact20 Oct 2026 17:00 +0000at://did:plc:tkithpskuj4rewijamob525p/app.bsky.feed.post/3myd4cmydgp2rhttps://bsky.app/profile/ruralimpactpodcast.bsky.social/post/3myafc2d5552x#NationalRuralHealthDay is one month away! Join @NOSORH and The Rural Impact on Nov. 19 as we celebrate the #PowerOfRural and recognize the impact of rural communities. See how to participate at powerofrural.org.19 Oct 2026 15:03 +0000at://did:plc:tkithpskuj4rewijamob525p/app.bsky.feed.post/3myafc2d5552xhttps://bsky.app/profile/ruralimpactpodcast.bsky.social/post/3my6c6thssb2pAre programs alone enough to transform the conditions causing people to struggle in the first place? In Episode 92, Becky Payne challenges leaders to think beyond individual programs and consider the interconnected systems and conditions that shape people's everyday lives. 🎧 TheRuralImpact.com.18 Oct 2026 19:02 +0000at://did:plc:tkithpskuj4rewijamob525p/app.bsky.feed.post/3my6c6thssb2phttps://bsky.app/profile/ruralimpactpodcast.bsky.social/post/3my3rq76k6a24Rural America has stories, challenges, innovations, and ideas that deserve a bigger audience. The Rural Impact brings these conversations together.  Follow us, share an episode with someone who cares about rural communities, and help us amplify rural voices.  #TheRuralImpact #RuralAmerica17 Oct 2026 19:02 +0000at://did:plc:tkithpskuj4rewijamob525p/app.bsky.feed.post/3my3rq76k6a24https://bsky.app/profile/ruralimpactpodcast.bsky.social/post/3mxzs3cmk7y2zWhat happens when the generation that once reported the highest levels of thriving becomes the generation reporting the lowest?🎧 Hear the conversation about young adults, well-being, and why meaningful engagement must be part of the path forward. Listen at TheRuralImpact.com.17 Oct 2026 00:03 +0000at://did:plc:tkithpskuj4rewijamob525p/app.bsky.feed.post/3mxzs3cmk7y2zhttps://bsky.app/profile/ruralimpactpodcast.bsky.social/post/3mxf2auq4wy2xIn this NEW episode of The Rural Impact, Michelle Rathman sits down with Becky Payne, President and CEO of The Rippel Foundation, for a conversation about well-being in America and what communities can do to create meaningful change. 🔗https://tinyurl.com/bdedmtk908 Oct 2026 18:03 +0000at://did:plc:tkithpskuj4rewijamob525p/app.bsky.feed.post/3mxf2auq4wy2xhttps://bsky.app/profile/ruralimpactpodcast.bsky.social/post/3mwqfnt2qqm2sReady to make your rural impact? Sponsorship can increase visibility, align your organization with meaningful rural conversations and support a platform elevating rural leaders and perspectives. Let's make an impact together: theruralimpact.com/podcast-sponsorship-information30 Sep 2026 13:01 +0000at://did:plc:tkithpskuj4rewijamob525p/app.bsky.feed.post/3mwqfnt2qqm2shttps://bsky.app/profile/ruralimpactpodcast.bsky.social/post/3mwocmsu4c32zWear your rural impact. Show your support for the people, conversations, and communities building stronger rural futures with an official Rural Impact T-shirt. Because rural isn't just a place. It's an impact. Shop: https://theruralimpact-shop.fourthwall.com/29 Sep 2026 17:02 +0000at://did:plc:tkithpskuj4rewijamob525p/app.bsky.feed.post/3mwocmsu4c32zhttps://bsky.app/profile/ruralimpactpodcast.bsky.social/post/3mwllhibqgp26Sponsorship can do more than promote a brand. It can support a mission. Partnering with The Rural Impact helps elevate rural perspectives, examine policy and spotlight people working toward solutions. Make an impact with us: theruralimpact.com/podcast-sponsorship-information28 Sep 2026 15:02 +0000at://did:plc:tkithpskuj4rewijamob525p/app.bsky.feed.post/3mwllhibqgp26https://bsky.app/profile/ruralimpactpodcast.bsky.social/post/3mwjieg5pas2qReady to make your rural impact? Sponsorship can increase visibility, align your organization with meaningful rural conversations, and support a platform elevating rural leaders and perspectives. Let's make an impact together: theruralimpact.com/podcast-sponsorship-information27 Sep 2026 19:01 +0000at://did:plc:tkithpskuj4rewijamob525p/app.bsky.feed.post/3mwjieg5pas2qhttps://bsky.app/profile/ruralimpactpodcast.bsky.social/post/3mwgntpzlf32mRural voices deserve a bigger platform. Sponsoring The Rural Impact helps bring rural leaders, experts and innovators into conversations connecting policy with everyday community realities. Help make those conversations possible: theruralimpact.com/podcast-sponsorship-information26 Sep 2026 16:01 +0000at://did:plc:tkithpskuj4rewijamob525p/app.bsky.feed.post/3mwgntpzlf32mhttps://bsky.app/profile/ruralimpactpodcast.bsky.social/post/3mwe5g2pwab2jWhat's your rural impact? Sponsorship helps sustain a platform where important rural issues are explored, diverse perspectives are heard, and listeners are encouraged to turn knowledge into action. Help us keep the conversations going: theruralimpact.com/podcast-sponsorship-information25 Sep 2026 16:02 +0000at://did:plc:tkithpskuj4rewijamob525p/app.bsky.feed.post/3mwe5g2pwab2j