Fault Lines

Most policymakers and farmers misunderstand each other, yet trust is the foundation that can transform agriculture’s future. Rod Snyder is the founder of Junction Strategies. He shares how building genuine relationships with rural communities has reshaped climate and sustainability efforts over the last 20 years.
From a pioneering trip to the UN climate summit in Copenhagen to creating a new office dedicated to agriculture at the EPA, Rod reveals how authentic engagement and incremental progress are changing the game.You'll discover:
How rural communities and government agencies can overcome decades of mistrust through real human connection
The critical role of stakeholder collaboration across farmers, corporations, nonprofits, and policymakers in advancing climate solutions
Why embracing imperfect, incremental innovations (like no-till farming and biotech research) is essential to long-term sustainability
The long-term vision for technology transfer and decarbonizing the global food system by 2050
Practical strategies to turn skeptics into advocates by framing climate resilience as farm survival
In a time when the politics of sustainability threaten to stall progress, understanding how trust is rebuilt (layer by layer) can accelerate meaningful change. For anyone navigating agriculture, climate policy, or rural development, this episode offers actionable insights to foster collaboration, bridge gaps, and push forward with confidence.
Rod Snyder is a leading advocate for sustainable agriculture and climate solutions, with two decades of experience working across government, nonprofits, and the private sector to cultivate trust and create impact.
Perfect for policymakers, farmers, climate advocates, and stakeholders committed to shaping a resilient, equitable future in agriculture. Don’t miss these lessons on leveraging trust as your most powerful tool for transformation.
 

Trust isn't just an abstract concept. It's grounded in vulnerability, dependability, and the stories that shape us. In this debut pilot episode, host Richard Roman dives into what trust really means in our personal and professional lives. He sits down with Sarah Glenn, founder and CEO of Completely Coaching, whose work transforming careers and lives is built on the foundation of trust, both earned and rebuilt. Sarah shares how trust manifests through vulnerability and dependability, illustrated with powerful analogies like tree rings and lotus flowers, revealing why trust is a delicate dance of proving and proving worth. You’ll discover:
How personal trust is about vulnerability, and professional trust hinges on dependability
The surprising ways childhood experiences, like school sports and relationships, shape our trust patterns today
Why trust often breaks down in institutions and social media, and how that impacts our societal fabric
Practical frameworks Sarah uses to rebuild trust, trust in yourself, in others, and within teams
The importance of boundaries, active listening, and setting clear goals to foster trust in coaching and leadership
This episode is perfect for anyone feeling cautious about trust, navigating change, or seeking to strengthen connections in a skeptical world. Whether you’re a leader, a team member, or someone working on personal growth, understanding trust from Sarah’s expert perspective offers a roadmap to resilience, vulnerability, and transformation.
Sarah Glenn is a results coach, executive coach, and leadership strategist known for helping over 4,700 individuals and 200 businesses rebuild confidence and redefine success. Her insights are grounded in her own journey of trust, resilience, and lifelong learning.
Tune in to learn how trust, once broken, can be restored, and how cultivating it can unlock new levels of influence, authenticity, and personal power. Because at the end of the day, trust isn’t just about others; it’s about trusting yourself first.
Ready to explore the real structure of trust and how to rebuild it? Hit play now and start your journey toward deeper connection and greater impact.

What does trust mean to you? Is it a feeling? A decision? Or something you only notice when it’s gone? Get an inside look at Trust Be Told, premiering March 20th! 
Hosted by Richard Roman, this show dives into the real stories behind trust in relationships, business, leadership, and society.
Subscribe now and join us on this journey. Because trust isn’t just an idea—it’s the foundation of everything that works.New episodes launching soon!