Building Community with Douglas County Community Foundation - We Are Extension
We are Extension - Douglas County, KS Podcast
Release Date: 07/28/2025
Buying Food on a Budget - Thriving Together
We are Extension - Douglas County, KS Podcast
It's rare to hear someone say, "Wow, that was cheap!" after going grocery shopping lately, us included! Everyone has different responsibilities and capacities when it comes to this shopping, meal planning, and more! This Thriving Together episode hopes to help you, no matter where you are in your food-prep / grocery-budget journey! Join in on the conversation as your hosts , and , speak on timely and useful tips for "Buying Food on a Budget". They provide tips and tricks for meal planning, cooking once and eating multiple times, and smart store and kitchen practices! K- State Extension...
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Building Capacity Through Partnership
We are Extension - Douglas County, KS Podcast
Enjoy another look behind the scenes of Extension! Our , is joined by as they tackle the topic of partnership! "We can't do our jobs in isolation, especially when we want to achieve systemic and community-wide change. What does that successful partnership look like?" Learn how both directors take on the responsibilities of building partnerships to positively impact their communities. In this episode, they discuss their past experience as co-facilitators who led discussions with their peers on this topic. They'll discuss: partnership strengths partnership roadblocks tips for building...
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Feed the Soil and the Soil will Feed You - Rooted in Ag
We are Extension - Douglas County, KS Podcast
We welcome back , for another episode of Rooted in Ag! She is joined by her guest, ., and they talk regenerative agriculture. More specifically, the cover crops side of regenerative agriculture and how they can build resilience, biologically, agronomically, and economically. Learn how to be a "student of the soil" as these two experts talk about the benefits and a little about how to navigate the risks of transitioning over to regenerative agriculture. Our non-farmer listeners can enjoy a brief lesson on the soil and a little bit about all the hard work it does in the "farm to...
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Framework to Build Leadership in Youth - Beyond Ready
We are Extension - Douglas County, KS Podcast
We all know the saying that every building needs a solid foundation to stand strong. However, it is seldom noted that the framework is also crucial in supporting the interconnected parts that carry the building's load. The same can be said for the youth in our community. Having a good foundation is just the start. Listen in as , shares her experience with her co-host, 4-H alum, and daughter, Claire. Learn from the perspectives of both the parent and the child on how being raised in 4-H helped build a solid framework of skills that are being used well into adulthood. Resources ...
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Collecting, Cleaning, and Sowing Seeds
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We hope you have "grown" fond of our weekly podcasts. If not, perhaps this wonderful new episode can help you change your mind! Our and our host another episode of Beyond the Bloom. This time they are sharing information about a potential new fun hobby for some and interesting facts/tips for others! Listen in to learn more about the value and charm of collecting, cleaning, and sowing seeds! Resources Learn More About Your Local Extension Unit Follow Us on Social Media!
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Safe Plates, Happy Gatherings!
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Your favorite Health and Wellness friends are back. Listen in as Kaitlyn and Ginny discuss simple yet important ways to safely prepare food for large gatherings. What should be left out at room temperature? How long should I let this thaw? Should my out-of-state relatives bring food? What are the “must-have” tools for food prep? They have the answers, resources, and more on this week’s Thriving Together! Hosts Resources Upcoming local Extension Food-Based programming:
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We Show our Real Colors at Extension!
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Green. Blue. Yellow. Orange. Which color are you? Join Marlin and his co-host, Elesha, as they discuss a Community Development resource available to organizations within our community upon request, "Real Colors." Real Colors is a personality type test workshop experience that not only facilitates introspection but also aids participants in how they view and communicate with others. Fun, engaging, effective, and available for you in Douglas County, Kansas! Hosts Resources Email Marlin for more information or to request him to facilitate this training for your organization.
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Rich History, Stories, Scenery, and Experiences. Kaw Valley Farm Tour!
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Hilary Kass, Kaw Valley Farm Tour Coordinator, is back again with some exciting guests as she continues to highlight the upcoming self-guided tour. From Sharon, who has been involved with the tour since the very beginning 21 years ago, to Saundra, who represents a historical site's first year on the tour, these guests have a wealth of history to share! Listen in as they share their wealth of knowledge and memories with you! Host Guests Sharon Vesecky, Farmer Baldwin, KS Saundra Hiller Vice President Lawrence, KS Resources
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4-H Membership Has its Perks and Rewards!
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Our 4-H and Youth Development Team is hosting another Beyond Ready segment. This time, they are expressing the importance of rewarding the hard work of the youth and volunteers alike. No one reward fits all, and they stress the importance of rewards being age-appropriate as well as expressing gratitude for volunteers! Such rewards provide satisfaction and feelings of accomplishment in youth, volunteer leaders, and parents/supporting adults. Listen in to learn what that looks like through the lens of 4-H of Douglas County! Hosts Show Resources
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Having and Maintaining an Enviable Lawn - Beyond the Bloom
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Enviable lawns in Kansas may not be an unattainable dream come true for some. Sharon, Horticulture and Natural Resources Agent, and Steve, Extension Master Gardener Volunteer, talk about lawn care. Listen in to learn about proper lawn care management, the struggles that could come with it, and the proper way to manage them. From critters like moles and armyworms to overwatering issues, Sharon and Steve offer research and experience-based tips for our listeners! Hosts , Horticulture and Natural Resources Extension Agent Steve Wood, Extension Master Gardener Volunteer K-State Publication...
info_outlineWe are continually collaborating to build community! Today we have our host, Marlin Bates, Douglas County Extension's Director, having a conversation with our friends at the Douglas County Community Foundation (DCCF).
Learn about community foundations, how they help, who they impact, and so much more. The unique insights of DCCF's Director of Philanthropy and Community Relations, Heather Hoy, as well as from their Director of Community Investment, Lori Trenholm, are sure to offer you a new perspective on charitable giving.
Show Hosts
Marlin Bates, County Extension Director/Agent
Heather Hoy, Director of Philanthropy and Community Relations
Lori Trenholm, Director of Community Investment
Show Resources
DCCF and Baldwin City 25 Years of Charitable Action Celebration Event Information
Douglas County Extension Council Giving Fund
Douglas County Extension Website
Douglas County Extension Facebook
Douglas County Extension Instagram