This kickoff episode of CS4NE introduces hosts Guy Trainin and Kimberly Ingraham-Beck as they preview the season’s focus on supporting computer science education across Nebraska. They discuss upcoming topics like physical computing, gamified learning, and pedagogy, and emphasize the importance of continuing CS instruction in the age of AI. Kimberly shares her personal experience feeling isolated as a solo CS teacher and how professional communities like CSTA and NETA have helped build connection and support. The episode encourages listener engagement and reinforces the podcast’s mission to build a collaborative, accessible CS education community statewide.