Charlie Rankin of Yanasa TV Featured on The Texas Boys' "Fearless Podcast" Episode 45
Originally aired April 5, 2024
Mount Pleasant, TX — On April 5, 2024, Charlie Rankin, co-founder and host of Yanasa TV and CFO of Meet My Neighbor Productions, joined The Texas Boys on their Fearless Podcast for an unfiltered and eye-opening discussion on regenerative agriculture, food freedom, and the battle for America's farming future.
In episode 45 of The Fearless Podcast, titled “In a Time of Deceit, Telling the Truth is a Revolutionary Act”, Rankin shared the powerful backstory of how he and his wife transitioned from successful corporate careers in North Carolina to full-time farming and agricultural media. The conversation covered the evolution of Meet My Neighbor Productions, the development of their Farm Series and upcoming American Bison documentary, and the broader implications of centralized control over the food system.
From real estate to raw milk, Rankin recounted how a life-changing series of events forced his family into a simpler, more intentional lifestyle. That shift not only brought them closer to nature and each other, but also exposed the concerning trends affecting farmers, ranchers, and homesteaders across the country.
“We realized we couldn't depend on the supply chain anymore. We had to be prepared ourselves,” Rankin explained. “And as we traveled, filmed, and educated ourselves on agriculture, we saw the growing need to protect the people who grow our food.”
Listeners were captivated by the candid and wide-ranging conversation that included:
The roots of Yanasa TV and the motivation behind launching Meet My Neighbor Productions
The weaponization of regulatory policy against small and independent farmers
How economic and ecological sustainability depend on working with—not against—natural systems
The vital importance of preserving both indigenous and Western agricultural knowledge
The deceptive redefinition of words like “sustainable” and “regenerative” for corporate gain
“We’re living through a slow erasure of agrarian history,” said Rankin. “Our goal is to document, educate, and reconnect people with the truth about food, farming, and freedom.”
As The Texas Boys' Fearless Podcast continues to amplify voices in the homesteading and liberty-minded communities, this episode stands out as a must-listen for anyone concerned about where their food comes from—and where the country is headed.
Listen to the full episode on YouTube or wherever you stream your favorite podcasts.
For more information about Charlie Rankin, Yanasa TV, and Meet My Neighbor Productions, visit:
www.yanasatv.com
www.meetmyneighbor.org
About The Fearless Podcast:
Hosted by The Texas Boys, The Fearless Podcast is a raw, truth-telling show exploring homesteading, food sovereignty, faith, and freedom. Each episode dives deep with guests committed to living intentionally in a world full of noise.
About Yanasa TV:
Yanasa TV is a media platform focused on rural lifestyle, homesteading, and regenerative agriculture, dedicated to providing thoughtful commentary and documentary-style storytelling that educates and inspires.
About Meet My Neighbor Productions:
Meet My Neighbor Productions is a nonprofit organization creating film and documentary content to highlight sustainable, humane, and regenerative farming practices around the globe.
“If you're listening to this transmission… you are the resistance.” — The Texas Boys