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8: Ben Mohorn - Videographer & Young Visionary

You can accomplish a lot in a small-town, even at an early age. YCDC sits down with Ben Mohorn to get a glimpse into his world of storytelling, creative pursuits, forgoing college (for now), and early career building.  He shares how love for photography and sports gradually led him to capturing engaging video and ultimately a can't-miss opportunity with Striv. Because when you're great at what you do, it's never too early to start charting that path...even as a teenager in Nebraska.
HOST:  Derek Dauel
This podcast is produced by the York County Development Corporation.  For more information, please visit https://www.yorkdevco.com/. 

7: Pam Petersen - Educator, NASA Ambassador & World Traveler

Small town science can take you places--just ask our local middle school science teacher. YCDC sits down with Pam Petersen to hear why real-world, transformational learning makes a difference.  She shares how her lifelong fascination with space exploration led her to being a NASA Ambassador and why she takes teenagers on Costa Rican field trips. Because winning the President's award for excellence in education is one thing, but establishing roots in rural Nebraska is everything. 
HOST:  Derek Dauel
This podcast is produced by the York County Development Corporation.  For more information, please visit https://www.yorkdevco.com/. 

6: Matt Brackhan - Teacher, Coach & Outdoorsman

Thriving career, a young family, and solid goals. YCDC sits down with Matt Brackhan to get the full picture of his surprising return to York.  Through a passion for football, wrestling and taking advantage of every opportunity, Matt carries a unique vision for investing in the lives of students and building a life in a small town.  Because teaching and coaching are about as admirable as it gets—especially when you come back home to do it.  
HOST:  Derek Dauel
This podcast is produced by the York County Development Corporation.  For more information, please visit https://www.yorkdevco.com/. 

5: Blake Woodruff - Third Generation Financial Advisor

Roots run deep, especially when you're from a small town.  YCDC sits down with Blake Woodruff to hear the story of coming back to his hometown to join the family business.  As a lifelong Nebraskan, he knows the value of MidWest living and investing the time in helping his clients and the community pursue what matters most...building a great life.  Blakes shares snapshots his basketball and cross country days at York High, to the brotherhood of fraternity life at UNL, and back home to build a career in the financial industry--just like Dad and Grandpa.  
HOST:  Derek Dauel
This podcast is produced by the York County Development Corporation.  For more information, please visit https://www.yorkdevco.com/. 

4: Justin Rodrigues - Passionate Coach & Sales Leader

Nebraska looks a lot different than California and you know...that's a good thing.  YCDC sits down with Justin Rodrigues to hear his journey from the Golden State to Oklahoma to the alluring small-town Nebraska life.  Through his contagious spirit and fierce leadership, Rodrigues shares a story of making an impact in high school coaching as a volunteer and paid staff, because coaching in the heartland isn't a job--it's a way of life.  With a growing family and a successful career in automotive sales, Justin has discovered why York County may be the hidden gem of the Midwest. 
HOST:  Derek Dauel
This podcast is produced by the York County Development Corporation.  For more information, please visit https://www.yorkdevco.com/. 

3: Chris Buller - Lawyer & Competitive Racer

No matter where you go or how many cars you hit along the way, all roads lead back to Nebraska.  YCDC sits down with Chris Buller to discuss the journey from small-town Nebraska to Clemson, Valparaiso, and back home to the heartland.  Through his previous work as a civic attorney to his current gig as the in-house counsel of Cornerstone Bank, Buller has seen a lot behind the scenes in 17-County.  But maybe most interesting is the lineage of competitive racing he belongs to.  There's no shortage of interesting stories when your family is all about hitting the speedway on the weekends. 
HOST:  Derek Dauel
This podcast is produced by the York County Development Corporation.  For more information, please visit https://www.yorkdevco.com/. 

2: Dade McDonald - Principal, Coach & Leader

Being a Nebraska journeyman gives a front row seat to much of what the state has to offer.  YCDC sits down with Dade McDonald to discuss his move from Elkhorn to McCool, the appeal of rural community education, and the hometown pride that comes with it.  Along the way McDonald shares his vision for investing in student athletes; local 6-man footballers in the New York Times; growing the Nebraska select basketball program; leadership as principal of a K-12 school; and much more.  
HOST:  Derek Dauel 
This podcast is produced by the York County Development Corporation.  For more information, please visit https://www.yorkdevco.com/.

1: Christi Lones - Educator & City Council Woman

The road from Montgomery, Alabama to York, Nebraska a long one, but it's worth it.  YCDC sits down with Christi Lones to discuss the appeal of small town life after leaving the big city hustle.  Along the way, Christi shares her passion for history education; making an impact at York College; building the York Geography Fair; finding strength in quiet leadership; and leaning into newfound opportunities as a City Councilwoman.  
HOST:  Derek Dauel 
This podcast is produced by the York County Development Corporation.  For more information, please visit https://www.yorkdevco.com/.

TRAILER: 17-County, A New Podcast

This is 17-County, a new podcast dedicated to the hidden gems of rural life, thriving small-town infrastructure and more.
Join us, for the next three months, as we explore some of the most interesting stories you may not have heard. Each week will bring a new episode venturing to all four corners of York County as we chat with some of best people the heartland has to offer.
Brought to you by the York County Development Corporation, here’s a small window into the voices and stories of we’ll be sharing from 17-County…
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TEAM:Lisa Hurley, Exec. Director Derek Dauel, Development Coordinator Mitchell Roush, Producer