A Google search for "The Rural Impact" (10/29/25) returns 284,000 results. Included in the results are multiple engagements with the respected organizations connected to our outstanding guests. Search your favorite podcast channel, and you'll find The Rural Impact. Our show is available on all major podcast platforms, and our subscriber list grows with the drop of every episode.

We collect data on who is listening, including their industry, job title, and other details that inform us of the content we create, which connect to the issues and interests that matter to them, their work, community, and causes. Because the numbers are always changing, we share downloads, page visits, and subscriber stats when partners are ready to explore possibilities.

Recognized as a top rural-focused podcast across several platforms, hosted by a 35+ year communications professional, also specializing in rural health strategy and policy, we're building more than our numbers; we're building a community of people and organizations whose lives and livelihoods are impacted by policy, and who are decision makers interested in solutions to rural challenges.

The guest experts we invite to each conversation are nationally known and highly regarded in their fields, representing several sectors, each with an impressive following, and are committed to sharing their Rural Impact conversation with their networks. 

As a podcast partner, we help you expand your rural reach beyond how many people listen.

As a special feature reserved for partners, The Rural Impact produces special feature episodes that tell their stories and share how partners are making a rural impact.  "What's Your Impact" special episodes are expertly produced by our award-winning team and shared across all our platforms, serving as a tool for partners to use in their client, community, or advocacy engagement efforts.

If you have an expert you believe could be a guest on one of our episodes, email us or reach out with a direct message on LinkedIn.

The Rural Impact On The Road is an excellent opportunity to bring excitement and a new level of attendee engagement to your conference or event. 

We bring the production to you, conduct interviews with key attendees, speakers, and sponsors, facilitate a panel discussion or fireside chat that is recorded and dropped as a special episode, and provide opportunities to add value to partnership investments.

Email partnerships@theruralimpact.com to request a consultation.

Michelle is a seasoned keynote speaker and facilitator.  Contact partnerships@theruralimpact.com with requests for an appearance.