Keep Molding Your Craft | Virginaleatherco | Mattie Beattie
Release Date: 02/11/2026
Pour Into People | Bethany Nichols
The Engler Journey
"This community was the first community I walked into and felt like I didn't need to change." Bethany has been empowered through the Engler program to grow into the person she is today and chase her dreams. Join Olivia Vanderford in welcoming Engler junior, Bethany Nichols! Bethany has learned so much about herself as an entrepreneur and because of her experiences she has plans to open a coffee shop/trailer! Through this business she wants to give back and make an impact on people through the joy of a simple cup of coffee. Tune into this episode to learn more about Bethany and how she is going...
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Growing Healthy Lives | Above Aronia | Bryson Rader
The Engler Journey
"I just thought oh I don't need it my business isn't going to go anywhere, but for every day you wait is just another day to find an excuse." Bryson is proof of the determination Engler students have to take that next step despite the excuses we may make for ourselves. Join Olivia Vanderford in welcoming Engler senior, Bryson Rader! Bryson is the owner and founder of Above Aronia where he creates aronia syrup, juice and jellies. He loves this business because he is helping people in his community stay healthy and boost their immune system. Tune into this episode to learn a little more about...
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Pictures Show More Than Just A Person | b6_media | Bryn Lampe
The Engler Journey
"I love to capture every moment that you didn't know you needed" Bryn takes this message to heart when she is taking photos because she loves capturing the everyday moments that will spark a memory for someone years from now. Bryn Lampe is an Engler sophomore, and is the owner and founder of b6_media! Being from a ranch she loves sharing the story of agriculture through photography, but also has expanded into family and senior photos. Tune into this episode to learn more about photography and the stories Bryn continues to share through her talents.
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Surf and Turf Truly Nebraska Agriculture | Big Red Shrimp Co. | Nolan Wellensiek
The Engler Journey
" I love a good shrimp scampi!" Even though Nebraska is known as the Beef State Nebraskans just like Nolan are contining to expand the industry. Join Olivia Vanderford in welcoming Engler junior Nolan Wellensiek! You may not expect to find a shrimp business in a triple land locked state but Nolan is proving doubters wrong. Through his business he is growing shrimp in his family's old hog barns, by having creativity and hardwork he is providing another food option. Tune into this episode to learn more about shrimp and you might even feel like you are out at sea.
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Building Connections Through Content | Jessie Lamp
The Engler Journey
"There is proof that Sam did ride a cow. I can't explain everything that happened, but we had so much fun with it!" Join Olivia Vanderford in welcoming Engler senior, Jessie Lamp! Jessie has served on the Engler communications team and has loved sharing the stories of Engler students through videography. She knows how much growth she has been given from being in this community and being pushed out of her comfort zone. Tune into this episode to learn more about how Jessie is capturing priceless footage that will last for years to come.
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A Home is more than a word | Y4 Containers Houses and Creations | Ainsley McConnell
The Engler Journey
"Our farm and ranch operation was established in 1884. I am very proud of that and our legacy." Join Olivia Vanderford in welcoming Engler sophomore, Ainsley McConnell! Ainsley is the owner and founder of Y4 Containers where she is serving the agricultural community that raised her through affordable housing. She is creating affordable houses out of shipping containers and has just sold her first home recently. Tune into this episode to learn more about this impactful business that Ainsley is creating and how she is positively impacting agriculture through her business.
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Keep Molding Your Craft | Virginaleatherco | Mattie Beattie
The Engler Journey
"I got a cheap kit from Amazon and it was probably $25. I jumped in, and I loved it!" Because of Engler Mattie pursued her dream of leather working. Join Olivia Vanderford in welcoming Engler senior, Mattie Beattie! Mattie is the owner and founder of Virginaleatherco where she creates hand crafted custom leather pieces. she is a 6th generation farmer and rancher and loves sharing her passion for agriuclture through her leather working business. Tune into this episode to learn more about the beautiful craft of leather working and the amazing journey Mattie has had in the Engler program!...
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What charms are you collecting in your life? | Ember Creatives | Emily Holz
The Engler Journey
"I just fell in love with the connection that I get to build with seniors during such a special time in their lives." Join Olivia Vanderford in welcoming Engler junior, Emily Holz! Emily is the owner of Ember Creatives, capturing lifestyle and livestock photography. She loves making an impact on others and providing photos that will bring people together. Tune into this episode to discover the incredible Engler story of Emily Holz.
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They run so he can ride | RK Performance Horses | Tom Ortner
The Engler Journey
"It wasn't something that we necessarily asked for it was just something that we went out and did." To start a business you can't wait for the right people to come to you, you have to go to them. Join Olivia Vanderford in welcoming Engler senior, Tom Ortner! Tom is a manager of RK performance horses and works with his family to breed high quality horses. He has always loved horses and wanted to breed horses that can do well both in the arena and on the ranch. Tune into this episode to learn more about how Tom is helping the horse industry thrive here in Nebraska.
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Get Popping | Gage Valley Produce | Zach Hirschman
The Engler Journey
"Connecting with people and going out there and getting your hands dirty is really the best part." Join Olivia Vanderford in welcoming Engler junior, Zach Hirschman! He grew up in St. Paul, Nebraska on a family farm and found a love for agricultural education. He is the owner of a popcorn business and partnered with agricultural education programs where the students sell the popcorn. Tune into this episode to discover how Zach is providing opportunities for students and learning how to teach others through Engler.
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"I got a cheap kit from Amazon and it was probably $25. I jumped in, and I loved it!" Because of Engler Mattie pursued her dream of leather working. Join Olivia Vanderford in welcoming Engler senior, Mattie Beattie! Mattie is the owner and founder of Virginaleatherco where she creates hand crafted custom leather pieces. she is a 6th generation farmer and rancher and loves sharing her passion for agriuclture through her leather working business. Tune into this episode to learn more about the beautiful craft of leather working and the amazing journey Mattie has had in the Engler program!
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