Much more than shiny red slippers and tornados, Kansas has a wealth of agricultural products and commodities to offer the world. Get blown away by how much in this episode of Ag States of America.
Fun Facts:
- Helium gas was discovered at the University of Kansas in 1905.
- Kansas is home to the geographical center of the contiguous 48 states.
- Chicago may be known as the windy city, but Dodge City, Kansas, is the windiest city in America.
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About the Host
Charlie Berens is a comedian, New York Times Best Selling Author, Emmy-winning journalist, musician and creator of the Manitowoc Minute. He currently resides in Milwaukee and is a Wisconsin native who has been featured on Comedy Central, Fox, CBS, Funny or Die, TBS, Variety, MTV News and more. He creates weekly content for his various social platforms and has amassed over 5 million followers.
In 2017, Charlie began hosting his weekly comedic online news show, the Manitowoc Minute. In 2020, he paired up with Horseshoes & Hand Grenades alum Adam Greul to release the music/comedy album, Unthawed. His first book, The Midwest Survival Guide, was released in November of 2021 and immediately became a New York Times Best Seller. Charlie hosts the Cripescast podcast where he interviews musicians, artists, comedians, creators and more to talk about their story and connections to the Midwest.
