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 In this episode we sit down with Rachel Barth of the Lincoln Airport Authority to talk about her journey from Nebraska agricultural roots to helping lead one of the state’s most important transportation hubs. Rachel shares how her background in farming, family, and community shapes her approach to growing Lincoln Airport (LNK), and offers a behind-the-scenes look at the airport’s recent momentum—from a newly remodeled terminal to expanded airline service and new routes. The conversation highlights why LNK matters not just for travelers, but for economic development, business growth, and even recruiting talent to Nebraska (including Husker athletes!), and why the airport’s future is taking off in a big way. 

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 In this episode, we sit down with Jessica Rudolph, Ecosystem Manager at The Combine in Lincoln, to explore how Nebraska is emerging as a hub for agricultural innovation. Drawing on her background in production agriculture and entrepreneurship, Jessica shares how The Combine connects startups, producers, and investors to build practical, scalable ag and food technology solutions. 

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In this episode we sit down with Tom Walthers, a Burwell, Nebraska native and Officer in Charge for Nebraska with the USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service. Tom shares some stories growing up around the Burwell Livestock Market and how his early experiences shaped his understanding of open and competitive agricultural markets.

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In this episode we take an urgent look at the devastating wildfires sweeping across Nebraska, which have burned more than 700,000 acres and disrupted the heart of the state’s agricultural economy.  Our guest, Laura Field of the Nebraska Cattlemen, discusses the impact on ranchers, cattle operations, and rural communities, as well as how folks can help and get help through the Nebraska Cattlemen Disaster Relief Fund. 

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It’s March, which means its time for the cranes to descend on Nebraska. In this episode we visit with Brice Krohn, President and CEO of the Crane Trust, to talk about the migration, the conservation efforts that make it possible, and why this annual event is such a defining part of Nebraska.

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In this episode, we sit down with Eric Dinger—entrepreneur, conservation advocate, and proud Nebraskan—who has built a career at the intersection of business, land stewardship, and the outdoors.

Eric is the founder of Landoption, a new platform helping farmers and landowners unlock additional income from their land by connecting them with opportunities like carbon markets, conservation incentives, renewable energy development, and regenerative agriculture programs. Landoption aims to simplify a complex and rapidly growing ecosystem of land-based programs, helping producers find the options that best fit their land and their goals.

But as you’ll hear in this conversation, Landoption is just the latest chapter in Eric’s entrepreneurial journey. From building companies to advancing conservation initiatives, his work has consistently focused on strengthening the connection between people, land, and the outdoors.

At the center of Eric’s philosophy is a simple idea he often repeats: we need both “wild places and wild people.” Because if people never experience the outdoors, they’ll never feel compelled to protect it.

In this conversation, we talk about entrepreneurship in the heartland, the future of land-based revenue for farmers, the role of markets in conservation, and why reconnecting people to the outdoors may be one of the most important investments we can make.

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 During National FFA Week, we sit down with Adam Pavelka to explore how “Blue Jacket values” helped shape a career dedicated to serving Nebraska agriculture. From his early days in FFA to his legal education and ultimately leading Agri-Affiliates, Adam shares how leadership, integrity, and relationships remain at the heart of his work in agricultural land sales and leasing. We discuss current trends in Nebraska ag land values, evolving lease structures, and the real pressures facing producers in today’s challenging farm economy. It’s a conversation about stewardship and how the lessons learned in FFA continue to guide agriculture today. 

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 In this episode, we sit down with John Baylor, the unmistakable voice of Nebraska volleyball, former actor, longtime broadcaster, and recently named Sportscaster of the Year, for a conversation about the state he proudly calls home. Beyond the microphone, John is also the founder of the OnToCollege test preparation program, reflecting his passion for education and helping young people succeed. We talk about his remarkable career, the moments that have defined Husker volleyball, and why he believes Nebraska is the most beautiful state in the country. 

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In this episode we sit down with Morgan Bonifas, a young entrepreneur from Hamilton County, Nebraska whose business journey began at just three years old and continues to grow today. What started as an early spark for selling and creating eventually blossomed into Morgan’s Mums & More, a thriving seasonal business she launched while still in high school. From learning the intricacies of planting and pinching to navigating sales and customer demand, Morgan has cultivated more than just beautiful fall flowers—she’s built real-world business experience. Now a student at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln and enrolled in the Engler Agribusiness Entrepreneurship Program, she continues to run and expand her operation while pursuing her education, proving that with vision and grit, you’re never too young—or too busy—to grow something remarkable. 

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In this episode, we sit down with Hannah Klitz, founder and owner of Oak Barn Beef, to explore how she built a nationwide direct-to-consumer beef business from the ground up while still in college. Hannah shares the story behind Oak Barn Beef, the challenges of navigating logistics, branding, and growth, and why transparency and quality are at the heart of everything she does. From shipping beef to all 50 states to educating consumers about where their food comes from, this conversation offers an inside look at modern ag entrepreneurship and the mindset it takes to turn a small idea into a meaningful, scalable business.