Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast

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Foundation Fridays Ep. 1: Leigh Legacy Fund

12/6/2024

This premiere episode of Foundation Fridays features the Leigh Legacy Fund, a vehicle for the philanthropy of individuals, businesses, and organizations that desire to make...


Sheila's Shoutout Ep. 20: Holiday Hollers (Your Shoutouts - part 1)

12/3/2024

On this episode of Sheila’s Shoutouts, I asked you to share some of your favorite stunning light displays, cozy gatherings, spirited annual events, places to see and experience...


Growing Nebraska & Beyond Ep. 3: Explore Siouxland Part 2, The Itinerary

11/21/2024

In part 2 of Explore Siouxland, host Sheila Jenkinson, takes you through the itinerary of her 3-day FAM trip with other members of the Midwest Travel Network as they explored...


Sheila's Shoutout Ep. 19: GSTN and NCF Celebrations, 386 Tap, Carhenge, Sallows Military Museum, Kiko's Cantina

11/19/2024

On this episode of Sheila’s Shoutouts there’s a lot of celebrating going on plus, find a place in Petersburg with local brews and live music too, a Nebraska landmark inspired...


Ep. 52: GSTN Podcast 2nd Year Anniversary Special, Part 1

11/12/2024

This episode is a celebration of year two of the Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast with clips, bloopers, and memories from episodes 28 through 38. It also includes an announcement...


Sheila's Shoutout Ep. 18: The Mixing Bowl, Coney Island Lunch Room, Chatterbox Brews, NE Firefighters Museumfighters

11/5/2024

On this episode of Sheila’s Shoutouts find Midwest German eats in Gering, big city comfort food in Grand Island, local history plus drinks, food, and live entertainment in...


Growing Nebraska & Beyond Ep. 2: Explore Siouxland Part 1, Kristen Heimgartner

10/25/2024

Kristen Heimgartner is the Destination Experience Manager for Explore Siouxland, where she plays a key role in promotion the Siouxland region as a top destination. Host of...


Ep. 51: Nebraska Community Foundation, Carrie Malek-Madani & Jeff Yost

10/22/2024

Sheila Jenkinson talks to Jeff Yost, President and CEO of the Nebraska Community Foundation (NCF), and Carrie Malek-Madani, NCF's Director of Marketing and Communications...


Sheila's Shoutout Ep. 17: Koffie Knechtion, Morgan's Cowpoke Haven, Scratchtown, & The Golden Husk

10/15/2024

On this episode of Sheila’s Shoutouts it’s off to Siouxland for a great place to find breakfast or brunch right next to two unique stays and find your cowpoke haven in western...


Ep. 50: Pfanny's Farm, Julie Pfanstiel

10/8/2024

Co-owner of Pfanny's Farm, Julie Pfanstiel, talks to host Sheila Jenkinson about the beginnings of this hands-on educational farm that draws in all ages and even large groups...


Sheila's Shoutout Ep. 16: NE Junk Jaunt Girls Trip Highlights 2024

10/1/2024

On this episode, it’s a Nebraska Junk Jaunt weekend recap, including a unique coffee shop we stopped at on the way that speaks to the creativity of small town Nebraskans....


Growing Nebraska & Beyond Ep. 1: RV There Yet? Kevin & Patrice

9/27/2024

On this first episode of Growing Nebraska & Beyond, Sheila talks to hosts of the RV There Yet TV Series, Kevin and Patrice McCabe during their visit to the Missouri River...


Ep. 49: Japanese Hall, Vickie Sakurada Schaepler

9/24/2024

Host Sheila Jenkinson talks to Vickie Sakurada-Schaepler, Coordinator of the Japanese Hall and History Project at Legacy of the Plains Museum in Gering, Nebraska. Vickie ...


Sheila's Shoutout Ep. 15: Master's Hand, Yanney Heritage Park, and busy Nebraska travels

9/17/2024

On this episode, find the gift shop and special lunch spot that prides itself on spreading joy like confetti, explore a stunning park full of flowers, sculptures, a tower...


Ep. 48: Stacie Roblyer, Nebraska's Junk Jaunt

9/10/2024

In this episode, host Sheila Jenkinson, summer intern for the GSTN Podcast, Jill Grovijohn, and the General Coordinator for Nebraska's Junk Jaunt, Stacie Roblyer, talk about...


Sheila's Shoutout Ep. 14: Meet our Audio Engineer, Thrifting Small, Downtown Market & more

9/3/2024

On this episode of Sheila’s Shout-Outs, you’ll meet the Audio Engineer for the Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast, Tanner Ehrisman. Host, Sheila Jenkinson, got thrifty in...


Ep. 47: Cortney Davis, Hastings

8/27/2024

On this episode of the Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast, host Sheila Jenkinson talks to Hastings business owner and community supporter, Cortney Davis about Hastings' ...


Sheila's Shoutout Ep. 13: Henry Doorly Zoo, Anthem Coffee, District Table & Tap, Lynne Morgan Boutique

8/20/2024

On this episode of Sheila’s Shout-Outs, life’s a zoo so a family day in Omaha is just the break my family needed. I’m talking coffee again, this time at a patriotic shop ...


Ep. 46: Amber Bridges, Bancroft

8/13/2024

On this episode of the Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast, host Sheila Jenkinson and Amber Bridges with Cuming County Economic and the Bancroft Community Club discuss why...


Sheila's Shoutout Ep. 12: Small Town Famous, Music in the Park, Just Love Coffee

8/6/2024

On this episode of Sheila’s Shout-Outs you’ll hear about a small town store in Hastings that is living up to it’s name, music in a park in Norfolk that’ll keep you moving...


Ep. 45: Elkhorn Valley Museum, Libby McKay

7/29/2024

On this episode of the Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast, host Sheila Jenkinson brings in Libby McKay who is the executive director of the Elkhorn Valley Museum in Norfolk...


Ep. 44: Colleen Johnson, Old West Balloon Fest

7/23/2024

On this episode of the Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast, host Sheila Jenkinson chats with Colleen Johnson, Executive Director of the Old West Balloon Fest which is celebrating...


Sheila's Shoutout Ep. 11: Mom's Influence, Aroma Circuit in Norfolk, Powerhouse in Scotts Bluff

7/16/2024

This episode of Sheila's Shoutouts is dedicated to Sheila's mom, Barbara.

Host, Sheila Jenkinson talks about how her love of being front and center came about and why her...


Ep. 43: Dana Steffensmeier, Beemer Play Daze

7/9/2024

On this episode of the Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast, host Sheila Jenkinson talks to Dana Steffensmeier of Beemer who highlights the role of the Beemer Community Club...


Ep. 42: The Good Life Small Business Podcast, Brian Blakely

6/25/2024

In this episode of the Growing Small Town Podcast, host Sheila Jenkinson teams up with Brian Blakely, host of the Good Life Small Business Podcast to talk about what they...


Sheila's Shoutout Ep. 10: Revitalized Studio, Billy May's, Midwest Travel Network, Waterloo Library & Midwest Small Town Podcast

6/18/2024

On this episode of Sheila’s Shoutouts, highlights include a studio in the Downtown Norfolk River Point district where kids and adults alike can find their inner artist, a...


Ep. 41: Ponca, Mayor DJ Smith

6/11/2024

Listen in as Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast host, Sheila Jenkinson, talks with the mayor of Ponca, DJ Smith, about Ponca State Park, Frog Days, a major water project...


Sheila's Shoutout Ep. 9: Hardware in Stanton, Clowning around in Plainview, "Check Out" the new Nebraska Podcast & more

6/4/2024

In this episode, Sheila talks about the Hardware store in Stanton that houses more than just hardware, a small town festival where it’s okay to be a clown, a new podcast ...


Ep. 40: LaLene Bates, Stanton Veterans Memorial Park

5/28/2024

On this episode of the Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast, LaLene Bates, President of the Stanton County Veterans Memorial Park Committee, talks to host, Shela Jenkinson...


Sheila's Shoutout Ep. 8: NETA Brochure Swap, The Blue Fork, Special Scoops, Kay's in Stanton

5/21/2024

In this episode of Sheila's Shoutouts, Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast Host, Sheila Jenkinson highlights the NETA Brochure Swap, lunch at The Blue Fork with a sweet treat...


Ep. 39: Grace McDonald, Pure Nebraska

5/14/2024

In this episode, Sheila talks to Grace McDonald about the revitalization she's seen throughout the state on her adventures as a reporter for 1011's Pure Nebraska. Listen ...


Sheila's Shoutout Ep. 7: A Fab Norfolk Concert, Albion Retreat, Pizza and Range Day in Ponca

5/7/2024

In this episode of Sheila's Shout-Outs, Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast host, Sheila Jenkinson, talks about a fabulous concert in Norfolk, a retreat in Albion that is...


Sheila's Shoutout Ep. 6: The How To Podcast

4/30/2024

In this episode of Sheila's Shout-Outs, Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast host, Sheila Jenkinson, shares a podcast episode she was on when she went to a podcast meet up...


Ep. 38: Scott Asmus, SourceLink Nebraska

4/23/2024

In this episode, Marcie and Sheila talk to Scott Asmus, Program Director for SourceLink Nebraska about some of the amazing resources available to small business and where...


Sheila's Shoutout Ep. 5: Geocaching, Shopping, and Coffee in Wayne; Columbus Retreat

4/16/2024

In this episode of Sheila's Shout-Outs, Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast host, Sheila Jenkinson, talks about geocaching, shopping, and coffee in Wayne; a retreat in Columbus...


Sponsored Podcast 1: Jody L. Lamp, 2024 Legacy Author's Tour

4/12/2024

GSTN Sponsored Podcast Episode #1 - Listen as Jody L. Lamp talks about the 2024 National Legacy Author's Tour: Celebrating the 150th Anniversary of the Kentucky Derby.

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Ep. 37: David Branch, Cuming County Economic Development

4/9/2024

In this episode, Executive Director for Cuming County Economic Devlopment, David Branch, chats with us about the addition of several residential homes in Bancroft, Beemer...


Sheila's Shoutout Ep. 4: Steak in Cuming County, Norfolk Public Library, Coffee Corner in Sidney

4/2/2024

In this episode of Sheila's Shoutout's, Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast host, Sheila Jenkinson, talks about great steak at the Cuming County Fair, the Norfolk Public ...


Ep. 36: Susan Norris, Pierce County Economic Development

3/26/2024

In this episode, Executive Director for Pierce County Economic Devlopment, Susan Norris, talks about some exciting things happening in the communities of Hadar, Osmond, Pierce...


Sheila's Shoutout Ep. 3: WEB, Potter, Corned Beef, Coffee

3/19/2024

In this episode of Sheila's Shoutout's, Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast host, Sheila Jenkinson, talks about Women Embracing Business in Norfolk, Potter, Crofton and CJ...


Ep. 35: Alisha Juelfs, Cheyenne County E3 Entrepreneurial Navigator

3/12/2024

Alisha Juelfs of Potter, Nebraska, serves as the Entrepreneurial Navigator for Cheyenne County, Nebraska., through E3: Energizing Entrepreneurial Ecosystems. The role is ...


Sheila's Shoutout Ep. 2: Dinner Theater, Honeymoon in Nebraska & More

3/5/2024

In this episode of Sheila's Shoutout's, Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast host, Sheila Jenkinson, talks about the Norfolk Community Theatre Dinner Theater, MarkeTech goodies...


Ep. 34: 2023 Top Podcasts #1 Elmwood Pie Ride

2/27/2024

Our most popular podcast of 2023!! Elmwood's Pie Ride is a collaborative effort of family fun, pizza, pie and music in the park. Marie shares with us how the idea was formulated...


Ep. 33: 2023 Top Podcasts #2 Seth Varner

2/13/2024

2023 Top Podcasts~Seth Varner from Wandermore is in the #2 spot. This special guest has so much experience in touring 531 towns throughout the state. Seth's unique perspective...


Sheila's Shoutout Ep. 1: B&B, Escape Rooms, Kearney

2/4/2024

In this first episode of Sheila's Shoutout's, Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast co-host, Sheila Jenkinson, talks about Whispering Pines Bed and Breakfast in Nebraska City...


Ep. 32: NE Game and Parks, Jane Gustafson

1/23/2024

The Cornhusker state's great outdoors features so many opportunities for residents and visitors to enjoy. NE Game and Parks Marketing and Advertising Manager Jane Gustafson...


Ep. 31: JT Martin, The Corn Belt

1/9/2024

JT Martin is a 5th generation Nebraskan who created a social media sensation, “The Corn Belt,” which was seen over 17 million times this spring and summer. His commitment...


Ep. 30: Potter's Tin Roof Creative District

12/26/2023

Potter is a little town with big dreams, but with a population of 345, finances to accomplish those dreams are the crux. Community members have taken on the daunting task...


Ep. 29: Minden, Nebraska's Christmas Town

12/12/2023

Over 100 years of lights, pageants, and Christmas cheer in Minden’s town square continue this Christmas season. Minden’s Opera House Executive Director, Marcy, shares the...


Ep. 28: Veteran's Memorial Building Project

11/28/2023

Nebraska City’s Veteran’s Memorial Building was set to be torn down in 2011 until a group of community members took on the task of restoring it. The historical building now...


Ep. 27: 2023 Holiday Passport

11/21/2023

Only in its second year, the Holiday Passport is another way to experience Nebraska and small businesses with a holiday flare. Madison, the Passport Program Coordinator, ...


Ep. 26: Celebrating 1st Year - Part 2

11/14/2023

Nebraska tourism impacts small-town revitalization in so many ways. Festivals, events, and unique sites are a powerful draw for recreational travelers. We share what we learned...


Ep. 25: Celebrating 1st Year - Part 1

10/24/2023

We share our journey of producing a podcast and what we've learned from our guests about the revitalization movement sweeping across Nebraska. Oh yeah, and there are bloopers...


Ep. 24: Wisner, Building Opportunities

10/10/2023

Unfortunately, many small towns have empty buildings and need more housing. Wisner has tackled those issues head-on by creating new housing, business-building opportunities...


Ep. 23: Nebraska's Child Care Solutions

9/26/2023

The lack of child care is a concerning issue across the state that impacts small towns. Mike and Rachel discuss the groups and programs impacting this issue and how increased...


Ep. 22: Sidney Oktoberfest/High Plains Art Council

9/12/2023

Forty-nine years of tradition are wrapped up in Sidney's Oktoberfest. Sally joins us to share its history and upcoming events. Sidney's High Plains Art Council is committed...


Ep. 21: Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center, Nebraska City

8/22/2023

Doug Friedli, Executive Director of the Lewis and Clark Visitor Center, joins us on the podcast to share the ups and downs of the journey of adding this historical center...


Ep. 20: Charles and Linda, Norfolk Area Concert Association

8/8/2023

The Norfolk Area Concert Association is celebrating 70 years! Linda and Charles are enthusiastic about the mission of bringing the opportunity to experience the magic of ...


Ep. 19: Meagan & Amber, Waterloo Days

7/25/2023

Residents in Waterloo have fond memories of Waterloo Days as children. So after years of not having the event, a community group decided to bring Waterloo Days back for all...


Ep. 18: Jody Lamp, American Doorstop Productions

7/11/2023

Jody Lamp's passion for Nebraska agriculture and it's impact on small towns started with an agri-journalism degree and continues today in marketing, speaking, and video productions...


Ep. 17: Nebraska City Tourism & Commerce

6/27/2023

Tammy and Amy from NE City's Tourism & Commerce join us to share the challenge of building community and increasing tourism. They also share the highs and lows of creating...


Ep. 16: Ron Tillery, Phelps County Economic Development

6/13/2023

Phelps County Economic Development has a unique Go! Program that is boosting their county in so many ways. Join us as we talk with Ron Tillery about the people, places, and...


Ep. 15: Marie Gregoire, Elmwood's Pie Ride

5/23/2023

Marie and her biking group took their love of biking and turned it into a summer event in Elmwood, a Pie Ride. Hear how this event has grown and affected her small town and...


Ep. 14: Hunter Bergman, Entrepreneur & Community Leader

5/9/2023

Hunter has a passion for connecting people & businesses. He leads marketing campaigns, organizes networking events, and hosts the Build in Norfolk podcast. Hunter is dedicated...


Ep. 13: Nebraska Winery & Grape Grower's Association

4/25/2023

Nebraska's wineries and grape growers impact the state's economy and tourism. Listen in as we chat with Marketing Director, Kylie Schildt about the Wine Passport and the ...


Ep. 12: Seth Varner, Wandermore

4/11/2023

Traveling across Nebraska in 2020, Seth and his friends visited 531 towns. Seth shares his adventure and unique perspective of the Cornhusker State and what is helping its...


Ep. 11: One Property At A Time

3/28/2023

Blue Springs has around 300 residents, but they rallied together to make a change that brought back town pride. Rex Adams from One Property at a Time shares their journey...


Ep. 10: Cathy Lang, NBDC Executive Director

3/14/2023

Nebraska Business Development Center Director Cathy Lang shares details of this hidden secret in our state. The NBDC walks alongside small business owners to start and grow...


Ep. 9 Madison Co. Economic Development Director, Candice Alder

2/28/2023

Candice tells us about the journey of economic development in Norfolk and shares the vision of affecting a positive change for Madison County. We discuss current and upcoming...


Ep. 8: Valentine's Teamwork to Increase Opportunity & Tourism

2/14/2023

Valentine Mayor Kyle Arganbright shares this small town's collaboration with NDOT and a UNL Architecture class, to bring about a massive Main Street revitalization. We also...


Ep. 7: Knox County Team Making It Happen

1/24/2023

Knox County Economic Duo, Kelly and Stacy, are passionate about the amazing things to do and see in their small towns. Hear the tales of their experiences and strategies ...


Ep. 6: Robotics Team Impacts Small Town

1/10/2023

There are many reasons a robotics team can help revitalize a small town, from increasing educational opportunities to training a new workforce. However, this robotics team...


Ep. 5: Growing Together Initiative Pt. 2

12/27/2022

Our conversation continues with Angie Stenger, Executive Director of the Growing Together Initiative. In this episode, we talk about help for entrepreneurs and small businesses...


Ep. 4: Growing Together Initiative Pt. 1

12/13/2022

Angie Stenger, Executive Director of Northeast Nebraska Growing Small Together Initiative, joins Sheila and Marcie to share their plan to transform Northeast Nebraska's regional...


Ep: 3 David City's Hometown Christmas

11/22/2022

In 2019, David City's Fargo Assembly closed, losing 187 employees. A press release about the closure caught the eye of the Hallmark company. With their help and the over ...


Ep. 2: Stanton's Revitalization

11/8/2022

Hosts Sheila Jenkinson and Marcie Sextro talk with Tim Larson and Andrew Hoehne who are part of a revitalization committee that helped their town of Stanton receive a sizeable...


Episode 1: Meet the Hosts

10/25/2022

Meet the hosts of the Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast: Revitalization in the Cornhusker State! Sheila Jenkinson and Marcie Sextro introduce themselves in their premiere...