Beyond the Backyard
Welcome to Beyond the Backyard: The Propane Podcast where we explore the energy that fuels more than you think.
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A Family Legacy Powered By Propane (opens the original)
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Samantha Reed-Johnson never expected to run her family's propane business, but when her father passed away suddenly, she stepped in to carry it forward. Now a third-generation owner of Reed Oil and Propane in Doniphan, Missouri, Samantha joins host Molly Kemna to talk about serving a rural community, leading in a male-dominated industry and why propane is the right fuel for the next generation.
Inside the Home: Propane Appliances That Perform (opens the original)
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Heat on a cold morning. Hot water when everyone needs a shower. Cooking that feels like a pro kitchen. Propane appliances make everyday comfort possible, and in this episode of Beyond the Backyard: The Propane Podcast , host Molly Kemna shares why they're a smart energy choice across Missouri. Learn how propane appliances outperform electric alternatives and provide peace of mind during outages, all with strong safety and professional installation standards.
Propane Perspectives: A Legacy of Leadership (opens the original)
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In this episode of Beyond the Backyard, we sit down with longtime industry leader Steve Ahrens for a wide-ranging conversation on the propane industry's evolution. From his start in 1999 to his retirement in 2024, Steve shares lessons learned, key milestones and the importance of advocacy, safety and education. He also explains why propane is more than just a backyard fuel—it's a clean, efficient and versatile energy source making an impact in homes, fleets and communities across Missouri and be
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