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From Badge to Gavel: Wade Leist's Journey to World Champion Auctioneer

From Badge to Gavel: Wade Leist's Journey to World Champion Auctioneer

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From dash cam auction chants to competitive swimming and selling unusual items (think deer...genetics?), this episode delivers insights on perseverance, mentorship, and the unique world of livestock auctioneering. Join Ty deCordova and Casey Mabry as they sit down with Wade Leist, the reigning World Champion Livestock Auctioneer from Boyne City, Michigan. Wade shares his unconventional path from a decade in law enforcement to the auction block, revealing how skills from both professions overlap in surprising ways. The trio explores regional differences in cattle marketing between the northern and southern states, while trading stories from their 20+ years of friendship. Hit subscribe if you love what you hear!

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