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Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast

Sheila Jenkinson

Sheila is the owner and host of the Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast which launches seven episodes each month: 🎙️GSTN Standard Episodes (Tourism/Events in small NE Towns) -2nd & 4th Tuesdays 🎙️Sheila"s Shoutouts (small business, attractions, activities in Nebraska) - 1st & 3rd Tuesdays 🎙️Foundation Fridays - through a partnership with the Nebraska Community Foundation (revitalizing, community building) - 1st & 3rd Fridays 🎙️Growing Nebraska & Beyond (travel/tourism throughout the US, other

society & culture places & travel

All Episodes

22:52

Growing Nebraska & Beyond Ep. 16: 2026 Visit...

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2026/03/27

This episode of Growing Nebraska & Beyond is part two of two episodes featuring the beautiful, cultural, musical, and more location of Shipshewana, Indiana, right in the heart of Amish Country! Host, Sheila Jenkinson, walks through her three day itinerary thanks to Visit Shipshewana. Hear about great food, buggy rides, pretzel making, basket making, and so much more as you make plans to visit for yourself! Subscribe and follow wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts!

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23:19

Ep. 83: Nebraska History Podcast, Chris Goforth

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2026/03/24

On this episode of the Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast, host Sheila Jenkinson talks with the host of The Nebraska History Podcast, Chris Goforth. Hear more about how his background in radio and his work at the Nebraska Historical Society led him to this unique podcast featuring authors and articles from the Nebraska History Magazine in audiobook form. Don't forget to like, follow, share, subscribe, and review and this podcast and do the same for the Nebraska History Podcast, wherever you love to

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19:30

Foundation Fridays Ep. 32: Coleridge Area Fund

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2026/03/20

In this episode of Foundation Fridays on the Growing Small Town Nebraska podcast we hear from Jacie Burbach and Annette Sudbeck from the Coleridge Area Fund as they share their experiences and insights on the importance of collaboration in strengthening community. Hear about their inclusive park, youth engagement, and more! Foundation Fridays launch the first and third Fridays each month thanks to a partnership with the Nebraska Community Foundation. Listen where you love to listen to all of your

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08:55

Sheila's Shoutout Ep. 55: I Wet My Plants, Ronnie's...

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2026/03/17

On this episode of Sheila's Shoutouts it's a plant store and more in Wayne that might make you giggle, a place to gather with friends for food or drinks in Burt County; Fashions, Frills & more in Phelps County, plus a trendy café in Grand Island that boasts big city feels. https://www.iwetmyplantsne.com/ https://fashionsandfrills.com/ https://www.thechocolatebargi.com/ Madness in March continues with a few more "extra shoutout episodes" – And still on the way this month, Foundation Fridays with

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10:04

Sheila's Shoutout Ep. 54: Lazlo's, Funk, DK Coffee

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2026/03/16

On this episode of Sheila's Shoutouts, enjoy creative comfort food and Nebraska brew in Lincoln, explore Funk through their community center and waterfowl production area, and grab a really good cup of coffee and some breakfast in Decatur. Madness in March continues with a few more "extra shoutout episodes" – And still on the way this month, Foundation Fridays with the Coleridge Area Fund, plus a chat with the host of the Nebraska History Podcast and part two of Visit Shipshewana, Indiana

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06:58

Sheila's Shoutout Ep. 53: Tres Compadres, Green River...

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2026/03/14

Featured in this episode of Sheila's Shoutouts: a Mexican restaurant in a small town with a big menu, a gardening center in Northeast Nebraska, a movie theatre that's a historic landmark, and a general store for your basics and more on main street in Lyons. It's a bit of madness this March with several episodes of Sheila's Shoutouts, so make sure to subscribe, like, and follow so you catch them all! https://www.holdregesun.com/ https://www.phelpscountyne.com/ Thanks to Tanner Ehrisman, audio

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09:42

Sheila's Shoutout Ep. 52: Coal & Feed, Boss City...

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2026/03/13

On this episode of Sheila's Shoutouts settle in to a quaint place for coffee and vittle, find great beverages and awesome friends in Cheyenne County, go down the rabbit hole for sweet treats intertwined with a classic story, and find trendy clothes and more in downtown Railside. It's a bit of madness this March with several episodes of Sheila's Shoutouts, so make sure to subscribe, like, and follow so you catch them all! https://www.coalandfeedvintage.com/ https://www.bosscitybrewing.com/

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07:49

Sheila's Shoutout Ep. 51: Lazy D Restaurant, 402...

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2026/03/12

On this episode of Sheila's Shoutouts, hats are welcomed at this bar and lounge in Western Nebraska, sip a brew and shop flowers and gifts in Butler County, discover a fiber arts store offering hard to find items and classes to learn how to use them, plus a place that serves up a modern take on a Swedish tradition. It's a bit of madness this March with several episodes of Sheila's Shoutouts, so make sure to subscribe, like, and follow so you catch them all! https://402floral.com/

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08:17

Sheila's Shoutout Ep. 50: The Drawer, Whiskey Barrel...

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2026/03/11

On this episode of Sheila's Shoutouts it's time to thrift, grab some lunch or dinner, get your pastry fix, and then shop some more as we explore several areas of the Cornhusker State! It's a bit of madness this March with several episodes of Sheila's Shoutouts, so make sure to subscribe, like, and follow so you catch them all! https://the-drawer-consignment-shop.myshopify.com/ https://www.centralmerc.com/ Thanks to Tanner Ehrisman, audio engineer for the podcast. Thank you to the GSTN

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14:57

Ep. 82: Intersect Coworking, 1MC Norfolk with Ben Gathje

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2026/03/10

On this episode of the GSTN Podcast, hear from the new Ecosystem Coordinator for Intersect Incubator Coworking and Office Space in Norfolk about his new position and why he thinks spaces like this throughout Nebraska are a great asset to a growing community. Ben shares a few of his ideas for the future and showcases what the space is all about, plus some of the weekly and month events that happen there, including 1MC Norfolk and family robotics. Listen where you love to listen and don't forget to

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22:53

Foundation Fridays Ep. 31: Columbus Area Future Fund

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2026/03/06

On this episode of Foundation Fridays, thanks to the Nebraska Community Foundation, hear from Columbus Area Future Fund members Lisa Kaslon and Dee Hanson as they share their passion for their community, their youth, and for leaving a legacy. Hear about the importance of getting involved, why anyone can and should, some of the amazing things that are and have been happening in the "City of Power and Progress" and more! Foundation Fridays launch the first and third Fridays each month. Listen on your

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12:15

Sheila's Shoutout Ep. 49: Tourism Award, Down South,...

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2026/03/03

On this episode of Sheila's Shoutouts, hear about a special honor received recently, plus get some good ole down-home food in Deweese, find a place to breath and belong in Bertrand, and enjoy a show in an arts center with a big city feel in small town Nebraska. Listen in on your favorite podcast platform and get ready for a bit of madness this March as several Sheila's Shoutout episodes come your way soon! Thanks for listening!

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20:48

Growing Nebraska & Beyond Episode 15: 2026 Visit...

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2026/02/27

This episode of Growing Nebraska & Beyond is part one of two episodes featuring the beautiful, cultural, musical, and more location of Shipshewana, Indiana, right in the heart of Amish Country! Host, Sheila Jenkinson, talks with CEO of Visit Shipshewana, Indiana, and Lagrange County CVB, about the cultural experiences available, plus the amazing concert and show venues in this small Indiana town that hosts tourists throughout the year. Subscribe and follow wherever you listen to your favorite

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25:07

Ep. 81: Nebraska Community Foundation, Chuck Hibberd...

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2026/02/24

On this episode of the GSTN Podcast, Sheila has an in-depth conversation with Nebraska Community Foundation Board Chair Chuck Hibberd, and President and CEO Jeff Yost. Hear the how and why behind this philanthropic organization that believes "We are the people we've been waiting for." Learn why "you belong here" through this future-focused state-wide public charity and the positive volunteer leaders who are continually working to build a Greater Nebraska. Listen where you find all of your podcasts

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21:01

Foundation Fridays Ep. 30: Verdigre Community...

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2026/02/20

On this episode hear from an "older" member of the Verdigre Community Foundation Fund and a brand new member as host, Sheila Jenkinson, talks with Ruth Frank and Jeanette Mervicker. They share why they think it's important to realize things don't always have to stay the same, the beauty of community in a small town, why and how to get more involved in community building, and more! Foundation Fridays launch the 1st and 3rd Fridays of each month, thanks to the Nebraska Community Foundation. Listen

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29:23

Ep. 80: Discover Red Cloud, Jarrod McCartney

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2026/02/10

On this episode Executive Director of Discover Red Cloud, Jarrod McCartney, reminisces with host Sheila Jenkinson about the FAM Trip she took this summer along with four other travel content creators. Hear about just a few of the fabulous things they all experienced on this jam-packed two day stay. Listen wherever you love to listen and don't forget for follow and share! https://www.visitredcloud.com/ https://www.willacather.org/visit/red-cloud https://www.willacather.org/

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16:50

Foundation Fridays Ep. 29: Atkinson Community...

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2026/02/06

On this episode of Foundation Fridays featuring the Atkinson Community Foundation Fund, Sheila chats with Mikelle Stoltenberg and Nicky Cadwallader about the importance of collaboration, youth involvement, and unrestricted endowments, plus some future plans and dreams for their small Nebraska town. They share their thoughts on these topics and more as they encourage others to get involved. Listen to this episode on your favorite podcast platform and please remember to follow, like, share, and

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11:59

Sheila's Shoutout Ep. 48: Local Roots, 2nd Chapter...

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2026/02/02

On this episode of Sheila's Shoutouts, it's flowers, gifts, and a creative outlet in Arapahoe, a book-themed brewery with a collaborative spirit in Ogallala, an old train depot-gone-restaurant in Nebraska City; and an Oakland Hardware store that knows how to have fun! Listen on your favorite podcast platform! https://localrootsfloralandgifts.com/ https://mylocalrootsboutique.com/ https://secondchapterbrewing.com/ https://www.gramsplacedepot.com/menu https://oaklandhardware.com/brand/scotts/

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20:37

Ep. 79: Sandhills Prairie Girl, Nicole Louden

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2026/01/27

On this episode of the Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast, Sheila talks with Nicole Louden, the voice behind Sandhills Prairie Girl, a photography and writing blog rooted in life in the Nebraska Sandhills. Nicole shares her story of how she started, things she's learned along the way, and why she believes in the importance of real stories in the age of AI. Listen where you find all of your favorite podcasts and don't forget to share, like, subscribe, and review! Thanks for listening!

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24:24

Growing Nebraska & Beyond Ep. 14: Travel With Sara,...

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2026/01/23

On this episode of Growing Nebraska & Beyond, Sheila talks with Sara Broers, a travel enthusiast from Iowa. She is the CEO of Travel With Sara, Co-Owner of Midwest Travel Network, and she and her husband recently started a YouTube channel, Go Crush It: Travel & Thrive. Sara is the author of 100 Things To Do In Iowa Before You Die and Perfect Day Iowa and is currently working on her third book. Hear how this passionate storyteller encourages others and helps destinations and attractions grow. Thank

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