the Man, the Myth, The farmer:

Rob Sharkey

Rob Sharkey is a risk taker and out-of-the-box thinker. Better known by his digital alias, The SharkFarmer, Rob is an Illinois grain farmer, owner of a whitetail deer hunting outfitter, podcast & radio show host, and host of multiple TV shows on RFD-TV and PBS.

Rob married his high school sweetheart, Emily, and they've brought up their family in the heartland. Knowing every decision they make trickles down to impact their family, Rob and Emily strive to set examples of taking smart chances and learning from every failure.

Known for his authentic and honest storytelling on his podcast, Rob isn’t afraid to address controversial topics or share the struggles of being a modern farmer and business owner. His unfiltered words resonate with almost a million listeners weekly around the world.

Prioritizing his guests on the show with an ability to genuinely listen to their stories and respond with engaging questions, he has created a space for people to connect regardless of age, location or farm background. Rob knows risk is an essential ingredient to the recipe for success, and he’s not afraid of failure. His natural ability to connect with audiences – large or small – on a variety of subjects, makes Rob a highly sought-after influencer in the agriculture community. As the momentum builds, this Shark will continue to swim forward, sharing his story with whoever is listening.

Rob is changing new media.

Rob has been on Sirius XM Rural Radio for four years now, hosting a daily show during the week and a special weekend show focusing on agriculture, farming, and rural life.

Tune into channel 147 to be part of the frenzy.