In 2020, Kaitlyn Weldon launched The Active Historian blog as a way to share her graduate research. Five years later, it has grown into a platform that highlights her adventures and discoveries across the United States. While Kaitlyn enjoys exploring all aspects of history, her true passion lies in studying women and the American West. She continues to challenge herself through courses, research, and networking opportunities. Kaitlyn holds a Master’s degree in American History from Oklahoma State University, where she focused on women’s history in the American West during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries.

https://www.instagram.com/the_active_historian/

https://theactivehistorian.com/

Courses 

Google Digital Marketing and Ecommerce Course 

Adobe Content Creator Course 

Coursera 

Books 

Dare to Lead - Brene Brown 

Think Like A Horse 

Let Them - Mel Robins 

Tripod 

Phone Grip

This week’s guest is Baleigh Creed, a western wedding photographer whose artistry has been featured in multiple publications. She’s also the owner of Western Wedding Magazine and a 2025 COWGIRL 30 Under 30 honoree. Baleigh shares the story of how she found her way into photography, the journey of building her brand, and what life looks like for her now. You’ll usually find her in dark denim, good boots, and with a JBL speaker clipped to her belt loop—ready to capture the western lifestyle she loves.

https://baleighcreedphoto.com/

https://www.instagram.com/baleighcreedphoto/

https://www.facebook.com/baleighcreedphotography/
https://westernweddingmagazine.com/

As season 8 starts we are excited to share Brands & Blazers Inc. Brands & Blazers Inc. is a 501C3 nonprofit built to empower students through professional development and attire.

Brands & Blazers will officially launch September 1st! For more information and all the details follow Brands & Blazers on Facebook and Instagram.

https://www.brandsblazersinc.org/

It is time to wrap up the season after 18 epic episodes. I am excited to share with you what I am learning and my latest adventure that I hope to launch September 1st.

I am so thrilled to continue to bring students the resources they need to be successful.

This season of the podcast is sponsored by Texas Earth!

https://www.texasearth.com/

Becky Allan grew up all over the world, but when it came time to choose a college, there was no doubt in her mind—she was headed to Texas A&M. Today, she and her husband are entrepreneurs, owning and operating three businesses while raising three boys. No two days ever look the same in Becky’s world.

Though she doesn’t come from an agricultural background, Becky has intentionally built each of her businesses around the agriculture industry, blending her passion for people with a deep respect for the rural way of life.

https://www.thegenesource.com/

https://baracattle.com/

https://tbcpromotions.com/

This Week on the Podcast: We're joined by Victoria Heller, Senior Manager of Education at the Texas Beef Council. With a decade of experience under her belt, Victoria takes us behind the scenes of her work representing Texas cattle producers and shares some of the most exciting and impactful projects she’s been part of over the years.

A proud graduate of Texas A&M University, Victoria is passionate about bridging the gap between producers and consumers through education, promotion, and research. Whether you're a beef industry insider or just curious about where your food comes from, this episode is packed with insights, laughs, and a fresh look at the work being done across Texas to champion beef.

https://music.amazon.com/albums/B07SHMJJXZ?do=play&trackAsin=B07SGKG7S3&ts=1746646076&ref=dm_sh_wGAo6dVLwN4SK54EPWHIangXY

Get ready for a lively and heartfelt conversation with the dynamic mother-daughter duo, Sandra Lastovica and Stephanie Lastovica Marburger! Deeply rooted in the livestock industry and proud graduates of Texas A&M University, Sandra and Stephanie bring a unique blend of experience, passion, and energy to everything they do. Their family operates Milano Livestock Exchange and Lastovica Cattle Company, while Stephanie and her husband also run Marburger Media & Marketing.

In this episode, you'll get an inside look at their daily lives, their work in agriculture and marketing, and the special bond that comes from working together as a family. With Sandra’s 20-year background in education and Stephanie’s entrepreneurial spirit, their story is a true testament to faith, family, and the power of following your passions.

https://lastovicacattlecompany.com/

https://www.marburgermediamarketing.com/ 

https://www.milanolivestockexchange.com/

Kristen Brown was born and raised in the heart of the Texas Panhandle, where her roots in agriculture—particularly the feedlot industry—run deep. Today, she still calls the Panhandle home, balancing life as a wife, mother, and freelance professional.

This week, Kristen shares her inspiring career journey and the pivotal role internships played in shaping her path. Her passion for communications began early, with her own newspaper column, Kristen’s Corner, during high school. We also explore her family’s experience with homeschooling, offering a glimpse into how they’ve embraced this unique approach to education.

https://www.ffcalubbock.com/iconix-learning

Parenting Book

Kassi McPherson grew up in the heart of South Dakota, where her love for rodeo first took root. That passion carried her through college rodeo and into her academic journey. Eventually, Kassi made the bold move to Dallas to attend chiropractic school, blending her deep connection to the western lifestyle with a desire to help others heal. Today, she practices in Decatur, Texas, where she takes a truly holistic approach to wellness, focusing on helping her clients live healthier, more balanced lives. In this episode, Kassi shares how she’s bridged the gap between rodeo and medicine—including her incredible experience at the Pendleton Round-Up—and why she believes in treating the whole person, not just the pain.

Calley and Casey Means Podcast 

Good Energy Book by Casey Means 

Alex Clark Podcast 

https://www.totalhealthtexas.com/

Megan Terry serves as the Executive Director of the Montana Grazing Lands Coalition, where no two days look the same. In this episode, she shares how she found her dream career and what the journey looked like along the way. Megan opens up about the power of relationships in shaping her path and the responsibility she feels to support and guide the next generation of leaders.

This season of the podcast is sponsored by Texas Earth.

https://www.texasearth.com/