Cloverchat

Cloverchat

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Cloverchat episodes

  • Cloverchat Episode 44 - 4-H Beyond Ready

    In this episode of Cloverchat, Ambassadors Vannah and Ryanna talk with Dr. Jennifer Skuza, Minnesota 4-H State Director, about the 4-H Beyond Ready initiative. They explore what young people need to feel prepared for their futures, how teens can lead with confidence, and why youth voice matters. The ambassadors share their own hopes for what’s ahead, and current and past 4-H’ers reflect on how 4-H has shaped their lives.

    39 min
  • Cloverchat Episode 43 - Seamus S. 2026 Youth in Action Award Finalist

    Minnesota 4-H State Ambassador Breckin chats with Seamus a 2026 Youth In Action Award finalist about how Seamus turned a challenge into an opportunity by creating Sugarloaf Community Theatre—a space where everyone feels welcome. What started as a 4-H project has grown into a thriving community theater, with Seamus writing and directing original musicals and leading workshops like “Taming Anxiety Through the Arts” at the Ignite conference.

    27 min
  • Cloverchat Episode 42 - Antonio B. 2026 Youth in Action Award Winner

    On this episode of Cloverchat Minnesota 4-H State Ambassador Vannah chats with 2026 Youth in Action Award winner Antonio whose 4-H journey began after a personal health challenge that changed his perspective on self-worth. With encouragement from his 4-H leader, Antonio became a Minnesota State 4-H ambassador, where he worked to create inclusive spaces and advocate for youth mental health—even speaking before congressional committees.

    18 min
  • Cloverchat Episode 40-Minnesota 4-H Alum Rebecca V. Am.

     In this inspiring episode, Minnesota 4-H State Ambassadors Caydence and Ryanna sit down with Minnesota 4-H alumna Dr. Rebecca Van Amber, a global leader in sustainable fashion. From her early days in 4-H to becoming a Senior Lecturer at RMIT University’s School of Fashion and Textiles in Australia, Rebecca shares how 4-H shaped her leadership skills and made her beyond ready for a career that’s transforming the fashion industry. 

    29 min

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The Minnesota 4-H State Ambassadors are role models for other 4-H'ers and they serve as positive representatives of the Minnesota 4-H program. In this podcast they will explore 4-H through interviews…