Beyond the Jacket

Their SAEs Are Anything But Ordinary 👀

Two Ames FFA members. Unique SAEs. One competitive mindset. 🔥 These Iowa members are proving that the blue jacket is just the beginning. Tune in to hear their story! #b

He Put on the Blue Jacket… But What He Gained Went Way Beyond Ag 👀💙

Logan Bauer joins Beyond the Jacket to share his FFA journey and how the lessons, relationships, and opportunities that come with the blue jacket can make an impact long

What Happens AFTER the Blue Jacket? 👀💙

What happens when your year as a National FFA Officer ends? 👀 Abrah Wright joins Beyond the Jacket to share the journey, lessons, and opportunities that go far beyond the

YOU NEVER KNOW WHERE THE BLUE JACKET WILL TAKE YOU. 💙

FFA can take you places you never expected, introduce you to people you never would have met, and open doors you never knew existed. For the Iowa FFA State Officers, thei

She Left FFA… Then Ended Up at Farm Progress Show 👀 | Ava Splear

From the blue jacket to the other side of the agriculture industry. 🎙️ Ava Splear is an FFA alum who now works with the Farm Progress Show, and her journey is a pretty g

What REALLY Happens at the Sale of Champions? 👀

The champion is crowned… then the real story begins. Mike Doran takes us behind the scenes of the Iowa State Fair Sale of Champions. #beyondthejacketpodcast #nationalffa

🎤 What Does a Country Music Star Have to Do With FFA?

Drew Baldridge is stepping Beyond the Jacket 🎤 From country music to the lessons that stick with you long after you leave the blue jacket behind, this conversation is one

The Journey to Iowa FFA State President

"Iowa FFA State President Nora Pickhinke joins Beyond the Jacket to talk leadership, FFA, and making the most of every opportunity. 🎙️ Listen to Nora’s episode now! #be

You Don’t Have to Do It Alone

Success looks different when you stop trying to do it all alone. Adam Reinhold shares how FFA, leadership, and the people who supported him shaped his journey. 🎙️ #beyon

Saydee’s Episode Is HERE! 🎙️💙

From an unexpected FFA journey to lessons she’ll never forget—Saydee’s story is one you don’t want to miss. 🎧 Listen now! #beyondthejacketpodcast #nationalffa #farm4pro

She Never Expected THIS to Be Her Path 👀

From welding and poultry production to finding her place in FFA, Chloe Beal shares how hands-on experiences have helped shape her path and prepare her for the future. 💙🔥

Bella Baker: Finding Purpose Through FFA

From a farm girl in northeast Missouri to a national leader in agricultural communications, Bella Grace Baker shares how FFA helped her find purpose, confidence, and life

Heath Laubach on Leadership, Legacy & FFA

The blue jacket is more than corduroy—it's a commitment to serving others. This week on Beyond the Jacket, we're joined by Heath Laubach, the 2025-2026 Oklahoma FFA Nort

Start Small, Make a Big Impact

What if the hardest part of building something meaningful is simply taking the first step? In this episode of Beyond the Jacket, Savannah shares how Ag Awareness Avenue

The Heart of Agricultural Education | Annie Brooke

Some teachers educate. Others leave a legacy. This week on Beyond the Jacket, we're joined by Annie Brooke, an agriculture educator who teaches students in grades 6–12 a

Seeing Both Sides of the Industry

From the show ring to production agriculture, Jackson Ritter of Mt. Vernon FFA shares how his SAE has shaped his perspective on the pork industry. While showing hogs spar

Finding Your Place with Blake

What happens when you step outside your comfort zone? For Blake, it led to lifelong friendships, leadership opportunities, and even a state championship. In this episode

Finding Your Voice in Agriculture with Josie Kelly

From state officer to national stage, Josie Kelly’s FFA journey is built on leadership, growth, and a deep commitment to agriculture advocacy. 🌾🇺🇸 In this episode, she sh

From Hay Bales to State Office: Saydee Longhurst’s FFA Journey

This week on Beyond the Jacket, we're joined by Saydee Longhurst! From launching her own hay business as an SAE project to serving as Idaho State FFA President and becom

One year ago, we hit record on an idea.

One year ago, we hit record on an idea. Today, Beyond the Jacket is celebrating ONE YEAR of sharing stories, highlighting FFA members from across the country, and showca