Beyond the Jacket

What does it take to represent hundreds of thousands of FFA members across the nation? On this episode of Beyond the Jacket, we sit down with National FFA President Thad to talk about leadership, service, and staying true to your roots while navigating life on the big stage.

From personal growth to the power of agricultural education, this is one conversation every FFA member, ag educator, and future leader needs to hear!

🎧 Tune in now and get inspired to dream bigger and lead stronger.

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This week on Beyond the Jacket, we’re featuring Abbygael Whitehead, a proud Dixie FFA member whose SAE focuses on aquaculture — a Florida staple that keeps our agriculture industry thriving! 🐟🌴 Tune in to hear her story and passion for ag. 💙🎙️

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We’re so excited to have Cacee Bellamy on this week’s episode! 🐷✨ From showing pigs to leading with purpose, Cacee is the definition of driven. Tune in to hear how she balances it all and inspires others along the way!

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Meet Addyson Shiveler from the LaBelle FFA Chapter — a young leader rooted in faith and fueled by purpose. 💙🌾 From life lessons to leadership, she’s proving that the impact of the blue jacket goes far beyond the corduroy.

🎙️ Don’t miss her inspiring episode of Beyond the Jacket — now streaming!

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Meet Mae Wedemeier – a dedicated FFA member and passionate advocate for dairy production through her SAE. She’s gone beyond the jacket by showing how early mornings, hard work, and a love for agriculture can make a lasting impact. 🐄💙

From leading with grit to inspiring others in and out of the barn, Mae’s story is one of perseverance, purpose, and heart.

🎧 Listen to her episode and more: https://www.youtube.com/@beyondthejacketpodcast

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This week on Beyond the Jacket, we’re joined by Aaron Lee, an FFA member with a passion rooted in plant science. From soil to harvest, Aaron shares how his SAE has helped him grow knowledge, confidence, and a deeper connection to agriculture. His story is a testament to the power of curiosity, hard work, and FFA leadership! 💪💙

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In this episode of Beyond the Jacket, Rachel and Paige sit down with Jagger Ferrie, a passionate young leader whose time in the FFA shaped his vision for the future. From his first experiences wearing the blue corduroy to how FFA helped him discover his voice, Jagger shares real talk on leadership, perseverance, and building a purpose-driven life. Tune in for insight, inspiration, and plenty of laughs as we explore how Jagger is carrying the values of FFA into every corner of his journey beyond the jacket.

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On this episode of Beyond the Jacket, we dig into the inspiring story of Carson Reiman, a high school senior from Gothenburg FFA whose SAE, Reiman Spuds, blends tradition, grit, and entrepreneurship. From planting potatoes with vintage equipment to selling them at local grocery stores and roadside stands, Carson proves that even a humble spud can have a profound impact on the community. Tune in to hear how Carson honors agriculture’s roots while planting seeds for the future.

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In this episode of Beyond the Jacket, Rachel and Paige sit down with Chloe to talk about blooming through leadership, service, and personal growth. From her first FFA event to becoming a role model for younger members, Chloe’s journey is a reminder that roots run deep, and when you stay true to your values, you can bloom anywhere.

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In this intro video, meet your hosts:

🌟 Paige Cruse — a current FFA member building her vision for the future through her SAE.

🌟 Lacie Evans — a mentor and content creator passionate about empowering the next generation.

🌟 Rachel Zumbach — a former Iowa FFA State Officer and current Chief Marketing Officer at Farm4Profit.

Together, they take you behind the scenes of Beyond the Jacket — a podcast created to inspire, educate, and connect current and former FFA members, ag educators, and supporters of youth in agriculture.

In this video, you’ll learn:

🔹 Why this podcast was created

🔹 Who it’s for (spoiler: it’s more than just FFA members)

🔹 What to expect in future episodes — real conversations, powerful stories, and a whole lot of heart

Whether you wore the blue jacket, supported someone who did, or are just passionate about leadership and agriculture, you're in the right place.

🎙 This is Beyond the Jacket — and this is just the beginning.

#BeyondTheJacket #FFA #AgEducation #Leadership #SAEStories #WomenInAg #YouthInAg Be sure to follow us on social media to stay up to date!

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