Discover Seward County Podcast

About Discover Seward County Podcast

Discover Seward County features interviews with people from Seward County Nebraska who are working to make the world a better place for their community and beyond. To see video interviews and other content, visit www.discoversewardcounty.com

Publisher

Sweet Tea Media

Category

news

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

20 Jun 2025

Latest episode

17 Oct 2025

Latest episodes

14 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   17 Oct 2025

   "We Are Consensus Builders By Nature" | Robbie McEwen, NE Appleseed | DSC

   Josh sits down with Robbie McEwen, Legal Director at Nebraska Appleseed and Seward resident.At Appleseed, Robbie and the rest of the organization works to address big-picture issue like child welfare, healthcare, economic justice, and immigration reform—through policy, legal action, and community organizing. He shares how the organization stays nonpartisan, collaborates across political lines, and often works quietly behind the scenes to make lasting change.Robbie gives us an inside look at the challenges of advancing long-term policy in Nebraska, from Medicaid expansion to foster care reform, and why community support is key to moving these efforts forward.Nebraska Appleseed: neappleseed.orgFacebook: www.facebook.com/neappleseedLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/neappleseed0:00 Intro0:21 Welcome Robbie!1:42 Nebraska Appleseed: A Hidden Gem of Advocacy4:11 Nebraska Appleseed Core Program Areas7:47 Navigating Political and Legal Shifts12:00 Public Perception in Nebraska15:41 Society's Struggle with Long-Term Policy Thinking18:11 The Challenges of Long-Term Public Policy24:05 Advocacy and Policy Changes in Nebraska29:42 Learn More About Nebraska AppleseedFIND & FOLLOW USdiscoversewardcounty.cominstagram.com/dsc.podcasttiktok.com/@dsc.podcastfacebook.com/people/Discover-Seward-County-Podcast/61577577200401

2. 

   9 Oct 2025

   "It Comes From People Who Are Invested In The Community" | Collin Hain | DSC

   Join Josh for his one-on-one sit-down with Collin Hain, the Executive Assistant & Event Planner for Cultivate Seward County. Learn more about the Cultivate itself, the many challenges that come with small-town obstacles, and how to connect with the Seward County community and beyond. With help from Collin and the next generation, Seward County can reap more than it can sow for years to come. 0:00 Intro0:49 Welcome back!2:00 Interview Begins3:12 Collin touches on Seward community strength4:32 Day-to-day operations at the Cultivate7:38 Collin tells Josh some common misconceptions8:47 What is Seward County Young Professionals?13:18 What is the Connecting Young Nebraskans Conference?17:11 OutroFIND & FOLLOW USdiscoversewardcounty.cominstagram.com/dsc.podcasttiktok.com/@dsc.podcastfacebook.com/people/Discover-Seward-County-Podcast/61577577200401

3. 

   9 Oct 2025

   "Community Should Feel Like An Inconvenience" | DSC

   Join Josh in the DSC Studio as he talks with the one and only, Alexa Axthelm McNally! Alexa is Studio Owner and Artistic Director of William Henry School of the Arts here in Seward, Nebraska. Sit down with the two as they discuss the many activities offered at WHSOTA, how to be a successful leader towards the kiddos, and the reality of how difficult supporting the community can be at times.William Henry School of the Arts: www.williamhenryschoolofthearts.comWHSOTA Facebook: www.facebook.com/WHSOTAWHSOTA Instagram: www.instagram.com/williamhenryschoolofthearts/0:00 Intro0:49 Welcome Back!2:09 Meeting Alexa5:19 Taking Over a Dance Studio9:08 Creating an Inclusive Dance Culture19:34 Future of William Henry24:19 Perfectionism and Community32:30 Registration at WHSOTA33:56 OutroFIND & FOLLOW USdiscoversewardcounty.cominstagram.com/dsc.podcasttiktok.com/@dsc.podcastfacebook.com/people/Discover-Seward-County-Podcast/61577577200401

4. 

   12 Sept 2025

   The Pat Chat - September 12th, 2025 | DSC Podcast

   Welcome to THE PAT CHAT!In the pilot episode of The Pat Chat, Pat dives into the history and changes that have shaped Seward County over the years. From the rise of grain elevators and their impact on farming, to how new families are bringing fresh energy to our small towns, Pat and the crew reflect on what makes rural life both challenging and charming. Along the way, they share stories of the prairie, talk about the beauty in everyday community life, and look ahead to exploring more of Seward County’s natural scenery.0:00 Intro0:21 The Pat Chat1:01 Seward County Grain Market History2:48 Farming's Industrial Revolution: A Prairie Transformation6:39 Nebraska's Pioneers and the Pace of Change9:06 The Changing World according to Pat16:07 "I rented a U-Haul..."17:26 OutroMEET THE CREWHost: Josh RauschContributor: Pat ColdironContributor: JJ MetschkeDirector & Producer: JJ MetschkeAssistant to the Producer: Malachi LimbackAssistant Director & Head Designer: Kennedy GoldsmithExecutive Producer: Kevin ZadinaFounding Committee Members: Kaitlyn Dallmann, Jonathan Jank, Joanie Brecka, and Stephanie CrostonFIND & FOLLOW USdiscoversewardcounty.cominstagram.com/dsc.podcasttiktok.com/@dsc.podcastfacebook.com/people/Discover-Seward-County-Podcast/61577577200401

5. 

   5 Sept 2025

   Collin Hain | DSC Podcast

   Join Josh for his one-on-one sit-down with Collin Hain, the Executive Assistant & Event Planner for Cultivate Seward County. Learn more about the Cultivate itself, the many challenges that come with small-town obstacles, and how to connect with the Seward County community and beyond. With help from Collin and the next generation, Seward County can reap more than it can sow for years to come.0:00 Intro0:49 Welcome back!2:00 Interview Begins3:12 Collin touches on Seward community strength4:32 Day-to-day operations at the Cultivate7:38 Collin tells Josh some common misconceptions8:47 What is Seward County Young Professionals?13:18 What is the Connecting Young Nebraskans Conference?17:11 OutroMEET THE CREWHost: Josh RauschContributor: Pat ColdironContributor: JJ MetschkeDirector & Producer: JJ MetschkeAssistant to the Producer: Malachi LimbackAssistant Director & Head Designer: Kennedy GoldsmithExecutive Producer: Kevin ZadinaFounding Committee Members: Kaitlyn Dallmann, Jonathan Jank, Joanie Brecka, and Stephanie CrostonFIND & FOLLOW USdiscoversewardcounty.cominstagram.com/dsc.podcasttiktok.com/@dsc.podcastfacebook.com/people/Discover-Seward-County-Podcast/61577577200401

6. 

   5 Sept 2025

   Farmers Market Mayhem with Pat and JJ | DSC Podcast

   What happens at the Farmers Market... stays at the Farmers Market... Pat and JJ have a very important mission this week: don't kill each other. Join them as they explore and discover the weekly Farmers Market in Seward, Nebraska! Learn more about how the Seward County community continues to support and build on this late-summer tradition.MEET THE CREWHost: Josh RauschContributor: JJ MetschkeContributor: Pat ColdironDirector & Producer: JJ MetschkeAssistant to the Producer: Malachi LimbackAssistant Director & Head Designer: Kennedy GoldsmithExecutive Producer: Kevin ZadinaFounding Committee Members: Kaitlyn Dallmann, Jonathan Jank, Joanie Brecka, and Stephanie CrostonFIND & FOLLOW USdiscoversewardcounty.cominstagram.com/dsc.podcasttiktok.com/@dsc.podcastfacebook.com/people/Discover-Seward-County-Podcast/61577577200401

7. 

   5 Sept 2025

   Ep. 7 - "Pat" to School in Seward County | DSC Podcast

   Summer in Seward County is over...but episode 7 has just begun! Join Josh, Pat, and JJ as they reminisce, debate, and (even at times) argue about the new school season!First, Pat gives us a taste of the past and present while talking about her one-room schoolhouse days, alongside her recent revelation with AI...Then, Josh sits down with teacher extraordinare Stacey Piskorski of Today Counts Preschool to discuss how to adapt to the new year, keeping kids' mental health sharp, and the future of education overall."Pat" to School in Seward County has something for everyone, if you can watch through Pat and JJ's bickering...0:00 Intro0:50 Welcome back!1:20 Pat vs AI3:22 Weeknd Storms in Seward County7:00 Pat's One-Room Schoolhouse Stories14:46 Josh sits down with Stacey Piskorski40:20 Ending42:09 Pat's Post CreditsMEET THE CREWHost: Josh RauschContributor: JJ MetschkeContributor: Pat ColdironDirector & Producer: JJ MetschkeAssistant to the Producer: Malachi LimbackAssistant Director & Head Designer: Kennedy GoldsmithExecutive Producer: Kevin ZadinaFounding Committee Members: Kaitlyn Dallmann, Jonathan Jank, Joanie Brecka, and Stephanie CrostonFIND & FOLLOW USdiscoversewardcounty.cominstagram.com/dsc.podcasttiktok.com/@dsc.podcastfacebook.com/people/Discover-Seward-County-Podcast/61577577200401

8. 

   5 Sept 2025

   Ep. 6 - Fantastic Fair Festivities! | DSC Podcast

   Step right up! It’s time for the Seward County Fair! As summer comes to a close in Seward County, Josh, Pat, and JJ discuss the busy County Fair weekend.After taking a chaotic phone call mid-recording, Pat discusses her exciting County Fair weekend alongside an important apology from the community of Seward.Later, JJ is back on the street as he (somewhat) helps Raegan, Lily, and Logan Hain prepare their heifer cows for the family's busiest weekend of the year. Finally, JJ sits down with superstar Ann Dobesh to talk about everything 4-H before Josh sets him loose to ask people about their favorite part of the Fair.So grab a funnel cake and join us in Seward County for Fantastic Fair Festivities!0:00 Intro0:54 Welcome back!6:18 Pat's Little Brown Box Tours13:47 Pat reads Community Apology18:51 JJ and the Hain's Family Prep the Heifers26:41 Sponsor27:14 JJ talks 4-H with Ann Dobesh39:46 JJ on the Street: County Fair Edition46:20 Ending MEET THE CREWHost: Josh RauschContributor: JJ MetschkeContributor: Pat ColdironDirector & Producer: JJ MetschkeAssistant to the Producer: Malachi LimbackAssistant Director & Head Designer: Kennedy GoldsmithExecutive Producer: Kevin ZadinaFounding Committee Members: Kaitlyn Dallmann, Jonathan Jank, Joanie Brecka, and Stephanie CrostonFIND & FOLLOW USdiscoversewardcounty.cominstagram.com/dsc.podcasttiktok.com/@dsc.podcastfacebook.com/people/Discover-Seward-County-Podcast/61577577200401

9. 

   25 Jul 2025

   Ep. 5 - The Great Folly Hunt & Heartfelt Seward | DSC Podcast

   How do you find a bird that doesn’t exist? Josh, Pat, and JJ attempt to answer that question in this week’s adventure-packed episode. First, the trio talk about Pat’s great week, JJ’s career prospects as a maid at Liberty House, and some history of Seward’s airport. Then, join JJ and Kaitlyn as they wander (and try not to kill each other) through North Seward on a wild goose chase for a bird that may or may not be real. Meanwhile, Tom Van Steenhoven and Court Croghan sit down with Josh in the DSC Studio to give us the mysterious backstory of this extinct bird. Later, Josh has a heartfelt conversation with Diane Krieser and Lynn Brumm, board members of Heartfelt Seward, about their mission to support families grieving the loss of a child. It’s a powerful and emotional segment that sheds light on how we, as a community, can show up for each other in the hardest moments. Whether you're here for the lighthearted scavenger hunt or the deeply important conversation about grief and community support, this episode of the Discover Seward County Podcast has something for everyone. Love the podcast? Want to help us keep creating community-connected content — or score one of those super cool DSC Podcast t-shirts? Sponsor season one and become a Friend of the Pod! Learn more here: discoversewardcounty.com/friends-of-the-pod If you’re a business interested in advertising, call 402-643-3678 or email us at podcast@discoversewardcounty.com. MEET THE CREW Host: Josh Rausch Contributor: JJ Metschke Contributor: Pat Coldiron Director & Producer: Kaitlyn Dallmann Assistant Director & Producer: JJ Metschke Art & Branding Designer: Kennedy Goldsmith Executive Producer: Kevin Zadina Development Coordinator: Misty Ahmic Founding Committee Members: Jonathan Jank, Joanie Brecka and Stephanie Croston FIND & FOLLOW US discoversewardcounty.com instagram.com/dsc.podcast tiktok.com/@dsc.podcast facebook.com/people/Discover-Seward-County-Podcast/61577577200401

10. 

    11 Jul 2025

    Ep. 4 – Parades, Pigeons & Philanthropy | DSC Podcast

    Join Josh, Pat, and JJ as they chat about their 4th of July adventures, debate the dead internet theory, and somehow end up talking about The Purge and giant purple gorillas. (Don’t worry… they still manage to share the stories of Seward County, NE, too.) You won’t want to miss JJ’s tour of Seward’s 4th of July extravaganza! Later, Josh sits down with Lance Larsen to talk about the Great Cordova Pigeon Race, happening Sunday, July 27, 2025. Who knew homing pigeons were still a thing? Meanwhile, JJ tries to figure out what the word “philanthropy” actually means… but thankfully, Preston Stuhr from the Utica Community Foundation has it covered. Preston shares how the Utica community is working together to fund and build a new playground. (Check out their site: uticacf.home.qtego.us) Love the podcast? Want to help us keep creating community-connected content — or score one of those super cool DSC Podcast t-shirts JJ modeled in this episode? Sponsor season one and become a Friend of the Pod! Learn more here: discoversewardcounty.com/friends-of-the-pod If you’re a business interested in advertising, call 402-643-3678 or email us at podcast@discoversewardcounty.com MEET THE CREW Host: Josh Rausch Contributor: JJ Metschke Contributor: Pat Coldiron Director & Producer: Kaitlyn Dallmann Assistant Director & Producer: JJ Metschke Art & Branding Designer: Kennedy Goldsmith Executive Producer: Kevin Zadina Development Coordinator: Misty Ahmic Founding Committee Members: Jonathan Jank, Joanie Brecka and Stephanie Croston FIND & FOLLOW US discoversewardcounty.com instagram.com/dsc.podcast tiktok.com/@dsc.podcast facebook.com/people/Discover-Seward-County-Podcast/61577577200401

11. 

    27 Jun 2025

    Ep. 3 - The HOW and WHY Behind the 4th of JULY | DSC Podcast

    Can you hear fireworks yet? The 4th of July is almost here—and in Seward County, that means gearing up to welcome a crazy number of people to the City of Seward once again. In this episode, Josh basically interviews the entire town. Okay, not everyone, but it sure feels like it. We sit down with Mayor Josh Eickmeier, City Administrator Greg Butcher, Fire Chief Tayler Mifflin, and Seward Fire’s Community Outreach Coordinator Tyler Dickinson. Plus, Pat joins Josh to interview the one and only Mr. 4th of July himself—Clark Kolterman. They unpack how a small town pulls off such a massive event, and why the 4th is at the heart of Seward’s identity. Meanwhile, JJ has a strange dream and sets out on a mission to ask locals what they love most about 4th of July in Seward. He even makes a four-legged friend! As we wrap up a hectic month of launching this podcast, the DSC team is beyond ready for 4th of July festivities. Catch us recording live in downtown Seward on the 4th, and don’t miss Episode 4, dropping July 11! MEET THE CREW Host: Josh Rausch Contributor: JJ Metschke Contributor: Pat Coldiron Director & Producer: Kaitlyn Dallmann Assistant Director & Producer: JJ Metschke Art & Branding Designer: Kennedy Goldsmith Executive Producer: Kevin Zadina Development Coordinator: Misty Ahmic Founding Committee Members: Jonathan Jank, Joanie Brecka and Stephanie Croston FIND & FOLLOW US discoversewardcounty.cominstagram.com/dsc.podcasttiktok.com/@dsc.podcastfacebook.com/people/Discover-Seward-County-Podcast/61577577200401

12. 

    20 Jun 2025

    Ep. 2 - The Battle of the Brew | DSC Podcast

    So… anyone up for a coffee date? In this episode of the Discover Seward County Podcast, Josh sends Pat and JJ to the far reaches of the county on a highly caffeinated mission: to review as many local coffee shops as possible in what we’re calling the Battle of the Brew. Who will emerge victorious? And will JJ ever stop talking about his trip to Cordova? Meanwhile, Josh sits down with Trish Johnson, and later, Stephanie Croston, to talk about one of Seward’s most iconic fixtures: the World’s Largest Time Capsule, which is scheduled to open this 4th of July. Whether you're here for the coffee reviews, the unique preservation of small-town life, or just the banter, this episode brews up a little something for everyone. MEET THE CREW Host: Josh Rausch Contributor: JJ Metschke Contributor: Pat Coldiron Director & Producer: Kaitlyn Dallmann Assistant Director & Producer: JJ Metschke Art & Branding Designer: Kennedy Goldsmith Executive Producer: Kevin Zadina Development Coordinator: Misty Ahmic Founding Committee Members: Jonathan Jank, Joanie Brecka and Stephanie Croston

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    20 Jun 2025

    Ep. 1 - Discover Seward County | DSC Podcast

    It's time to DISCOVER Seward County! In the very first episode of the Discover Seward County Podcast, we're kicking things off with the basics. Host Josh sits down with contributors Pat and JJ to introduce themselves, share the story behind the podcast, and talk about what you can expect in future episodes. You’ll also hear a special interview with Sue Imig from the Seward County Historical Society as we explore the rich local history of Seward County, Nebraska. Oh—and the trio wastes no time getting into some lighthearted banter and shenanigans. Let's just say Pat is pretty knowledgable about the history of Seward County... Whether you’re a local, a history buff, or just curious about small-town life in Nebraska, this is the podcast for you. MEET THE CREW Host: Josh Rausch Contributor: JJ Metschke Contributor: Pat Coldiron Director & Producer: Kaitlyn Dallmann Assistant Director & Producer: JJ Metschke Art & Branding Designer: Kennedy Goldsmith Executive Producer: Kevin Zadina Development Coordinator: Misty Ahmic Founding Committee Members: Jonathan Jank, Joanie Brecka and Stephanie Croston

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    20 Jun 2025

    Discover Seward County Podcast | OFFICIAL TRAILER

    Introducing the Discover Seward County Podcast, where we explore the past, present, and future of Seward County and the people who make it great! Whether you're a lifelong resident or just curious about life in small town Nebraska, this podcast is for you. We are so excited for you to join in on the fun we've had preparing this podcast! You’ll laugh, you’ll learn, and you’ll fall in love all over again with the place we call home. Join us as we explore what makes Seward County so special—one story at a time. Check out our website and follow us on social media for all the latest updates! discoversewardcounty.com instagram.com/dsc.podcast tiktok.com/@dsc.podcast

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