Beyond the Jacket

This week on Beyond the Jacket, we’re sitting down with Summit Browning — a cowboy-turned-entrepreneur proving that the FFA jacket doesn’t just build students, it builds CEOs. From raising livestock to roasting coffee, Summit’s journey shows how ag skills and passion can turn into a thriving business. Tune in to hear how agriculture shaped his purpose—and how he’s paying it forward through innovat...

On this episode of Beyond the Jacket, we’re chatting with Macy Philipp from Iowa! 🐴 Her Equine SAE highlights the dedication, skill, and passion it takes to work with horses. Tune in to hear her story and the lessons she’s learned through FFA! 💙💛 #BeyondTheJacket #FFA #SAE #EquineScience #IowaFFA #AgEducation #FutureFarmers Be sure to follow us on social media to stay up to date! Got thoughts o...

This week on Beyond the Jacket, we’re heading all the way to the Golden State to meet Blake Reed, a senior from the Reedley FFA Chapter in California! 🌾 Blake takes us through his journey of showing market hogs and the many lessons he’s learned both in and out of the show ring. But what really shines through in this episode is the influence of his dad, a one-of-a-kind supporter who’s always pushi...

On this week’s episode of Beyond the Jacket, Rachel and Paige sit down with Shannon Latham, the new Director of the Iowa FFA Foundation, to talk about her journey, her leadership philosophy, and her vision for the future of Iowa FFA. From her deep roots in agriculture and business to her passion for helping young leaders thrive, Shannon brings a wealth of experience and energy to the Foundation. T...

This week on Beyond the Jacket, we sit down with Indiana FFA member Ellie Taylor to dive into her SAE in Agricultural Communications. 📸📝 From running chapter media to building engagement across multiple platforms, Ellie shows us how storytelling can grow a program and inspire a community. 🌾💙 #beyondthejacket #FFA #AgCommunications #BlueJacketLegacy #IndianaFFA #SAE #AgEducation #Leadership #Fu...

This week on Beyond the Jacket, we sit down with Abby Walters to talk about her passion for showing sheep, the dedication it takes to bring new breeds into her project, and how her time in the FFA has shaped her into a confident leader. From the show ring to chapter leadership, Abby proves that success comes from both grit and vision. 💙💛 #BeyondTheJacket #FFAStories #SheepShowmanship Be sure to...

This week on Beyond the Jacket, we’re joined by Hannah Thompson, an FFA alum who credits her blue jacket journey for leading her to her dream career as a dolphin trainer. 🐬💙 You don’t want to miss this inspiring episode! #BeyondTheJacket #FFAAlumni #FromFFAToCareer #AgEducation #Leadership #BlueJacketLegacy #CareerJourney #DolphinTrainer #InspiringStories Be sure to follow us on social media to...

This week, hosts Paige and Rachel chat with Jenna Lawler, Indiana FFA State Reporter! 🌟 She shares how not one, not two, but three SAE projects shaped her journey—and how leadership took her story beyond the jacket. #BeyondTheJacket #FFA #SAE #Leadership #IndianaFFA #AgEducation Be sure to follow us on social media to stay up to date! Got thoughts on today’s episode or want to be a guest? Email u...

Join hosts Rachel and Paige as they sit down with Brier Englemann, a 10th grader with a passion for the show ring and a thriving competitive show swine SAE. 🐖✨ From daily dedication to the big moments in the ring, Brier shares what it takes to succeed, the lessons she’s learned, and why she loves telling her story through FFA. 🎧 Tune in now—you won’t want to miss this inspiring conversation! #B...

This week on Beyond the Jacket, Lacie and Paige sit down with Cooper Davis to dive deep into the world of mentoring livestock showmen. From the lessons learned in the barn to the drive it takes to step into the ring, Cooper shares how mentorship plays a key role in building not only better showmen, but stronger leaders for the future of agriculture. He opens up about the impact of guiding young pe...

What does it take to represent hundreds of thousands of FFA members across the nation? On this episode of Beyond the Jacket, we sit down with National FFA President Thad to talk about leadership, service, and staying true to your roots while navigating life on the big stage. From personal growth to the power of agricultural education, this is one conversation every FFA member, ag educator, and fut...

This week on Beyond the Jacket, we’re featuring Abbygael Whitehead, a proud Dixie FFA member whose SAE focuses on aquaculture — a Florida staple that keeps our agriculture industry thriving! 🐟🌴 Tune in to hear her story and passion for ag. 💙🎙️ #BeyondTheJacket #FFA #DixieFFA #Aquaculture #FloridaAg #BlueJacket #SAE #AgEducation #FFAStories #GrowingLeaders Be sure to follow us on social media to...

We’re so excited to have Cacee Bellamy on this week’s episode! 🐷✨ From showing pigs to leading with purpose, Cacee is the definition of driven. Tune in to hear how she balances it all and inspires others along the way! #BeyondTheJacket #FFA #ShowPigLife #WomenInAg #LeadershipMatters #StockShowStrong #NextGenAg #BlueAndGold #AgEducation #LivestockLeadership Be sure to follow us on social media to...

Meet Addyson Shiveler from the LaBelle FFA Chapter — a young leader rooted in faith and fueled by purpose. 💙🌾 From life lessons to leadership, she’s proving that the impact of the blue jacket goes far beyond the corduroy. 🎙️ Don’t miss her inspiring episode of Beyond the Jacket — now streaming! #BeyondTheJacket #FFA #LaBelleFFA #FaithInAg #Leadership #Agvocate #FFAFriday #WomenInAg #BlueJacketLe...

Meet Mae Wedemeier – a dedicated FFA member and passionate advocate for dairy production through her SAE. She’s gone beyond the jacket by showing how early mornings, hard work, and a love for agriculture can make a lasting impact. 🐄💙 From leading with grit to inspiring others in and out of the barn, Mae’s story is one of perseverance, purpose, and heart. 🎧 Listen to her episode and more: https:...

This week on Beyond the Jacket, we’re joined by Aaron Lee, an FFA member with a passion rooted in plant science. From soil to harvest, Aaron shares how his SAE has helped him grow knowledge, confidence, and a deeper connection to agriculture. His story is a testament to the power of curiosity, hard work, and FFA leadership! 💪💙 #BeyondTheJacket #FFA #PlantScience #SAEStories #AgEducation #FutureO...

In this episode of Beyond the Jacket, Rachel and Paige sit down with Jagger Ferrie, a passionate young leader whose time in the FFA shaped his vision for the future. From his first experiences wearing the blue corduroy to how FFA helped him discover his voice, Jagger shares real talk on leadership, perseverance, and building a purpose-driven life. Tune in for insight, inspiration, and plenty of la...

On this episode of Beyond the Jacket, we dig into the inspiring story of Carson Reiman, a high school senior from Gothenburg FFA whose SAE, Reiman Spuds, blends tradition, grit, and entrepreneurship. From planting potatoes with vintage equipment to selling them at local grocery stores and roadside stands, Carson proves that even a humble spud can have a profound impact on the community. Tune in to...

In this episode of Beyond the Jacket, Rachel and Paige sit down with Chloe to talk about blooming through leadership, service, and personal growth. From her first FFA event to becoming a role model for younger members, Chloe’s journey is a reminder that roots run deep, and when you stay true to your values, you can bloom anywhere. #BeyondTheJacket #FFA #BloomWhereYourePlanted #WomenInAg #AgLeaders...