The Rooted Podcast
Welcome to The Rooted Podcast, where Alison and Michael Nezbeth—founders of Grassroots K9—talk dogs, business, and the joys of barely keeping it all together.
Expect real talk about training, running a business, and surviving life with working dogs (and each other).
It’s blunt, practical, and occasionally funny—like a conversation with someone who doesn’t have time for nonsense.
Tune in if you like your advice straightforward and your humor as dry as your dog’s kibble.
The Rooted Podcast
Episode 9 - Raised by Dogs
This episode is a little different and one of the most meaningful conversations we’ve recorded so far.
Today, we sit down with our daughters, Brielle and Ezra, for an open, unscripted conversation about what it’s really like growing up in a household where dogs aren’t just pets they’re part of the work, the lifestyle, and the family.
We talk about life behind the scenes of dog training, what they’ve learned from being around working dogs, how dogs have shaped their confidence and perspective, and the funny, honest moments that come with growing up Grassroots.
There’s no script, no agenda, just real dialogue, curiosity, laughter, and a glimpse into the family side of the dog world that rarely gets talked about.
Sponsor Shout-Out
A huge thank you to our sponsor, Worthless Handler, for supporting this episode.
Worthless Handler represents real handlers, real work, and the ability to take the job seriously without taking yourself too seriously. They’re a brand rooted in the dog community and proud supporters of trainers, handlers, and conversations that go beyond training and into real life.
We’re grateful to have them behind the podcast.