The Owls Nest

“Three Days in the Classroom — My Teaching Clinicals” This week on The Owl’s Nest , Jazmyn takes you behind the scenes of her three-day teaching clinicals — the first real taste of life as an ag teacher. From first-day jitters to heartfelt goodbyes, she shares what it’s really like stepping into the classroom not as a student, but as the teacher. Here’s what you’ll hear: Day One: nerves, name game...

In this heartfelt episode of The Owl’s Nest , Jazmyn sits down with someone who changed the course of her life — her former ag teacher and lifelong mentor, Gabby Power. From FFA memories to classroom chaos, they reflect on how their paths crossed, the lessons that stuck, and the power of mentorship in agricultural education. You’ll hear stories about awkward first days, unexpected moments of growt...

Hey friends, In this episode of The Owl’s Nest , I’m taking you inside my first month of college — the real, raw, messy version no one really talks about. From emotional goodbyes to figuring out class schedules and making friends from scratch, I’m sharing the lessons I’ve learned, the homesickness I didn’t expect, and the growth I’m starting to see in myself. If you’re about to leave home, already...

Step into the fields of Iowa with Bodee Volesky as he joins Jazmyn for an honest, wide-ranging conversation about the realities of modern farming. From the foundations of his family’s operation to weather wildcards, evolving ag tech, and the legacy he hopes to leave behind, Bodee brings insight, humor, and heart to The Owl’s Nest . In this episode, we explore: Daily life on the farm—from planting...

🎙 Episode 3: Through the Fire – Friendship, FFA, and Finding Ourselves Host: Jazmyn Dods | Guest: Juliana Luis In this heartfelt episode of The Owl’s Nest , I’m joined by someone who walked beside me through every season of FFA — my friend, teammate, and fellow ag alum, Juliana Luis . From last-minute speeches in hotel lobbies to late-night pep talks before contests, Juliana and I reflect on the r...

Welcome to The Owl’s Nest — where new owls land. I’m Jazmyn: Ag Ed major, former FFA member, and future agriculture teacher, here to share the real journey from student to educator. In this episode, I’m reflecting on how joining FFA “just to skip school” turned into a life-changing experience. From poultry judging to public speaking, I share the contests, challenges, and mentors that shaped me—not...

In this episode: My non-traditional ag story How FFA gave me purpose and confidence The ag teacher who inspired me to lead Why I created The Owl’s Nest 3 things I’m excited about as I start college (and 3 things that honestly scare me) Next Episode Preview: “FFA Shaped Me — Here’s How.” I’ll share stories from my years in the blue jacket and how those moments continue to shape the teacher and lead...