Best Marc Werkmeister Podcasts (2025)

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Randy Corley: The Voice That Defined North Platte Rodeo 45:12

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The roar of the crowd. The stomp of hooves. And the unmistakable voice that’s narrated it all for over 40 years. Randy Corley isn’t just a PRCA Hall of Fame rodeo announcer, he’s part of the very fabric of NebraskaLand Days. In this episode of the NebraskaLand Bank Podcast, Randy joins us for a heartfelt conversation about the career that’s taken h…

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Navigating Market Shifts: Insights with Marc Werkmeister 43:13

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In today's episode, we're diving into the financial landscape with a focus on recent market shifts following the 2024 election. We are excited to have Marc Werkmeister, owner of Professional Financial Advisors, with us to share his expert insights on how these changes might affect investors and the broader economy. Listen in as we talk about some o…

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Rib & Chop House Sets the Table in North Platte with CEO Yaron Goldman 36:21

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You’re in for a treat because we’re talking about food again today on the podcast! Yaron Goldman, CEO of Rib & Chop House is joining us to talk about the restaurant’s exciting new expansion into North Platte. He’ll share more about Rib & Chop House’s beginnings in Livingston, Montana, and how it has grown to become a beloved dining destination acro…

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Growing Together: The NebraskaLand Bank Story with Kim Schroll and Krista Heiss 45:00

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This week’s episode is certainly a special one! Today, we are joined by Executive Vice Presidents of NebraskaLand Bank, Kim Schroll and Krista Heiss. In all our time on the podcast, we’ve never dedicated an episode to our own journey as a bank, so we are so excited to have them on to share more about our business’ history, culture, and passion for …

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Taking The Leap: Chatting with Jen and Josh Kramer, owners of Dave's Place & Lounge 36:52

11M ago36:52

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One of our favorite subjects to talk about is food, which is why today’s episode is such a treat! We had the pleasure of sitting down with Josh and Jen Kramer, the duo behind Dave's Place, a beloved restaurant in North Platte. Known for its mouthwatering pizza and legendary wings, Dave's Place has been a staple in the community for decades. Josh an…

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Telling The North Platte Story featuring Lewys Carlini and Joan von Kampen 38:32

11M ago38:32

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In today’s episode, we’re thrilled to feature two seasoned media professionals: Lewys Carlini, Sales Manager at Eagle Radio, and Joan von Kampen, Managing Editor of The North Platte Telegraph. As the media landscape continues to evolve with rapid technological advancements and shifting consumer preferences, Lewys and Joan are dedicated to providing…

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Sampson Construction: Exciting New Projects in North Platte featuring Stuart Johnson 40:02

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If you’ve been living in North Platte for a while, it’s exciting to witness all the new developments happening in the area. This week, we’re thrilled to have Stuart Johnson from Sampson Construction as our guest to discuss this growth! From North Platte’s airport terminal project to major construction at Great Plains Health, there’s a lot to cover.…

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Brother's Tavern: Food, Football, and Friendship with Jim and Janelle Hawks 33:18

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Welcome to Season 3 of the NebraskaLand Bank Podcast! We're excited to bring you more episodes highlighting the latest developments in North Platte. You’ll also have the pleasure of meeting our new co-host, David, in today's conversation! To kick off this season, we're chatting with Jim and Janelle Hawks, proud owners of Brother's Tavern in North P…

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North Platte’s Newest Pizza Paradise 45:44

1+ y ago45:44

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Danielle’s favorite food just happens to be pizza but this new business coming to North Platte offers that and so much more! Join us as we sit down with Jeff and Shae Caldwell, owners of the soon-to-be Pizza Ranch. While Jeff and Shae are no strangers to business, getting a restaurant up and running has been a new, exciting challenge. We’ll learn a…

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Chatting With Clean Can Company’s Founders 39:05

2y ago39:05

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This week on NebraskaLand Bank, we got the opportunity to chat with the duo behind Clean Can Company, a game-changer in Lincoln County's sanitation scene. Join us for a great conversation with Jordan Maassen and Jory Torres, the innovative minds behind the only trash can cleaning company in the region. Discover the unique and much-needed services t…

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Axes and Aces Coming Soon to North Platte 38:41

2y ago38:41

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Welcome to Axes and Aces, the newest entertainment hotspot for North Platte! Join us as we explore how this unique business went from an idea to reality – with axe throwing, pickleball, golf simulators, food, drinks and Double Dips ice cream – all in one place! We had the joy of sitting down with Lisa Citta and Brian Schimek, the owners and operato…

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Transforming District 177: Hot Spot for Development 33:02

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Join us as we explore the exciting projects at District 177, formerly known as "the Mall.” From retail to restaurants, housing and more - there's plenty of development in the works. Plus, an updated timeline on when you can expect these exciting projects to be completed! We’re thrilled to have Michael Works and Rachel Glock of Rev Development join …

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Restaurant Relocation the Runza Way with Josh Catlett 38:34

2y ago38:34

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We’re so excited to be back for season 2 of the podcast! Today we are joined by a very special guest, Josh Catlett. Josh and his family are the proud owners of the local Runza franchises in North Platte. He’s here to give us an inside look at Runza's history, community involvement, and plans for the future. As community leaders and local business o…

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Mailbag- Roth Contribution Limits, Saving For College and More 18:14

2y ago18:14

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We’ve received some great questions from clients recently. For instance, if you got a raise at work, but your household now makes too much money to contribute to a Roth IRA, what do you do? Where should your investments go if you like tax-free growth? Tune in to this episode as Marc answers this question and others, like how to use a health savings…

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Debt Ceiling Update and Playing the Long Game 16:12

2y ago16:12

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Today we’re tackling two meaty topics – the debt ceiling and playing the long game in investing. Last show, we talked a lot about the debt ceiling, so we wanted to give you an update. The Federal Reserve met recently and decided to pause rates, which was to be expected. In the media, it was doom and gloom last month, and now they’re not talking abo…

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Ep 40: What is a Debt Ceiling and Why Does it Matter to You? 16:56

2+ y ago16:56

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Today we're talking about the U.S. debt ceiling. You might be wondering, what is that? It’s basically a limit on the total amount of money our government is authorized to borrow. U.S. Treasury Secretary, Janet Yellen, says our country has enough money to pay our bills until June 1, so we’re coming up against that deadline. The president and House a…

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Ep 39: Improving Financial Literacy 18:25

2+ y ago18:25

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We have a lot to talk about on today’s show because it’s an exciting time of year! Tax season is behind us and we’re looking ahead. In honor of Financial Literacy Month, we’re sharing facts you need to know when it comes to your money. We’ll explain how financial literacy can impact you and how your money challenges and successes can impact your ch…

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Ep 38: How Will the Silicon Valley Bank Collapse Impact You? 20:24

2+ y ago20:24

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The collapse of Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank has been huge news in the financial sector and an event that many people worry could trigger even more fallout across the country. With 2008 still fresh in our mind, it’s justified to be concerned about what this might mean for your money. In this episode, Marc will break down the events leadin…

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Ep 37: Financial Checklist for 2023 17:19

2+ y ago17:19

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Today we’re sharing a great checklist you should follow to begin 2023. This will help you through the year if you’re interested in being better prepared for financial planning and for retirement. If you’re retiring this year, it’s essential to have some concrete answers to these questions we’re talking about on today’s show. If you’re still a few y…

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Ep 36: What You Need to Know About \SECURE Act 2.0 15:51

2+ y ago15:51

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In the New Year, it looks like we may have some changes to the retirement system. It may make things slightly more challenging for PFA and for consumers throughout the nation. New retirement legislation is on the horizon, and in this episode we will discuss some of the key points you will want to know about the SECURE Act 2.0. On this episode, we’l…

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End of the Season Trivia 9:47

3y ago9:47

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We are announcing a big change today on the podcast; we will be changing up our format to include seasons! Season two will be starting in 2023. Listen to our new episode to learn more. To close out the end of this season, we will be doing trivia! Join in and see if you can answer correctly. Here’s some of what you’ll learn on this episode: · Our bi…

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Ep 35: Retirement on the Gridiron 14:50

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Today’s show combines our two favorite topics – finances and football. Believe it or not, planning for your financial future has some similarities to the sport of football. In retirement planning, some people try to be successful without having a coach at all. Others keep the same coach that they’ve had for years, even though things aren’t working …

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Listening to the Community with Senator Mike Jacobson 36:25

3y ago36:25

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Senator Mike Jacobson, along with a few employees, and a small group of local shareholders, founded NebraskaLand Bank in 1998. He is currently running for re-election in District 42, and has joined us to share some of his experiences. In this episode, senator Jacobson will share what he has learned on the campaign trail, knocking on over 4,000 comm…

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The Economic Outlook of North Platte and Nebraska with Anthony Goins 26:32

3y ago26:32

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You’ve probably noticed a lot of change and growth around the North Platte area, which has been exciting to follow. Many large projects have either started or been announced recently and there’s plenty to be optimistic about economically. That’s why we wanted to invite Anthony Goins to the podcast today. He’s the Director of Economic Development fo…

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Ep 34: Retirement and Medicare Planning 16:42

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Welcome to today’s show! If you haven’t heard of Professional Financial Advisors, LLC, we handle money management and financial planning and have been in business since 2003. We also help clients with Medicare plans. Within financial planning, we try to be holistic so we can handle all your needs. Find out more about our business and how we can hel…

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Behind the Scenes of Pal's Brewing Company with Paul Oettinger 53:42

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We are back with a local business owner, Paul Oettinger. Paul owns Pal’s Brewing Company in North Platte, which has been a popular business in a growing location. In this episode, we will discuss the ‘behind the scenes’ of some business decisions like where to expand, how to attract customers, and more! Each Friday in October, you can enjoy Pal’s b…

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Let’s Get Physical RERUN! Talking Wellness with Traci Cummings 35:32

3y ago35:32

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It's an oldie but a goodie! In today’s episode, we share our conversation with Traci Cummings, a holistic health coach, personal trainer, and owner of Your Wellness Journey. Traci shares her business background, how she keeps herself educated on the science behind diet and exercise, and how she continues to be successful in her own health journey w…

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North Platte Recreation Sales Tax Petition with Attorney Brock Wurl 37:17

3y ago37:17

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The North Platte City Council recently made the decision to send a sales tax initiative for a half-cent increase for a large recreational infrastructure project to a vote. It was a move triggered by a petition that picked up more than 2,000 signatures. Attorney Brock Wurl of Palooucek, Herman & Wurl was instrumental in this process so we wanted to …

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Previewing North Platte Football with Coach Kevin Dodson and Coach Kurt Altig 29:33

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With the high school football season right around the corner in North Platte, we know that many people are excited about the upcoming year and ready to get back out to the games. That’s why we invited head coaches Kevin Dodson of St. Pat’s and Kurt Altig of North Platte into the studio for this episode. As most fans know, there are some big changes…

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Ep 33: Developing a Medicare Plan with Whitney Kester and Marc Werkmeister 34:09

3y ago34:09

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(Note: Today's episode sounds a little different as it was originally produced for the NebraskaLand Bank Podcast) On this episode: Medicare can be confusing, especially with the various plans and supplements offered through different companies. So we're going to break down Medicare today with two experts on the topic, Whitney Kester, a specialized …

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The A, B, C (and D's) of Medicare with Whitney Kester and Mark Werkmeister 34:08

3y ago34:08

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Medicare can be confusing, especially with the various plans and supplements offered through different companies. So we're going to break down Medicare today with two experts on the topic, Whitney Kester, a specialized Medicare insurance agent, and Mark Werkmeister a Certified Financial Planner. Unfortunately, the process of Medicare is a lot more …

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Dill Pickle Snow Cones with North Platte Investigator Lisa Citta 36:25

3y ago36:25

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Investigator Lisa Citta with the North Platte Police Department and Owner of Snowball Express joins us on today’s episode to explain a bit about her job and our community. More and more women are breaking glass ceilings in the police field. Lisa’s work has recently been spotlighted in the news as she was part of our local department's first all-wom…

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Fine Dining at North 40 Chophouse with Mark Hammond and Emma Watson 41:57

3y ago41:57

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What’s your go-to summer beverage? A nice beer, wine, or cocktail? Last week we explored everything economics so today we’re going to have some fun with the general manager of North 40 Chophouse Mark Hammond and his assistant Emma Watson. The restaurant scene in North Platte has grown dramatically in the past few years and with the establishment of…

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The State of the Economy with Mike Jacobson and Marc Werkmeister 38:04

3y ago38:04

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The current economic environment has many people worried. Interest rates are up, the stock market is volatile, bitcoin has lost tremendous value, and inflation seems to keep growing. So on today’s episode, we want to sit down and discuss the economy and the future trends we should expect to see with two economic experts, Mike Jacobson and Marc Werk…

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Ep 32: The State of the Economy with Marc Werkmeister and Mike Jacobson (Guest appearance on the NebraskaLand Bank Podcast) 38:05

3y ago38:05

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(Note: Today's episode sounds a little different as it was originally produced for the NebraskaLand Bank Podcast) On this episode: With a volatile market, rising interest rates, and high inflation, many people are worried about the state of the economy. On today’s show, two economic experts, Senator & NebraskaLand CEO Mike Jacobson and Certified Fi…

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Let’s Go Golf! The New Golfing Simulator at Lake Maloney Golf Club 39:21

3+ y ago39:21

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The Lake Maloney Golf club is one of the greatest progression stories. From sand greens to grass, the golf course has continued to improve over the years. Now, there is a new project on the horizon for golf lovers. On today’s episode, Will Peers, the Director of Golf at the Lake Maloney Golf Club, will break down his journey to North Platte and the…

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A New Recreation Center with Megan McGown and Leland Poppe 41:41

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A new community space may be on the horizon! On today’s episode, Megan McGown and Leland Poppe, co-chairs of the Wellness and Recreation Alliance join us to discuss the new recreation center project. This project has been in the works for over 20 years and their vision for the new recreation center is coming straight from the community: a larger bu…

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Meet Miss Nebraska Candidates Katelyn Bowers and Alexandra Thompson 43:04

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With the weather warming up across Nebraska, we’re excited to start making plans for the summer because there’s always a lot to do around North Platte. One of those events that we always try to make is the Miss Nebraska Scholarship Competition. The talented ladies that work so hard to prepare for the competition are always so impressive and make us…

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Leadership in Healthcare with Great Plains Health CEO Ivan Mitchell 35:44

3+ y ago35:44

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Do you watch Grey’s Anatomy? While the real-life medical world probably isn’t so dramatic, there are things about our own medical system we should stay in tune with. On today’s episode, the CEO of Great Plains Health, Ivan Mitchell, joins us to break down his new role as CEO, the healthcare business, and the projects he hopes to be a part of in the…

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Business Development Through the Years in North Platte with Edy Patterson 39:03

3+ y ago39:03

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Our guest today, Edy Patterson, is a former winner of the Women of Achievement award, the Nebraska State Diplomat of the year in 2015, and is a long-time business developer here in North Platte. Edy started her journey as a business owner when she was just a young mom. Starting her own nursery helped her reach personal and financial goals. After th…

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From CEO to Senator with Mike Jacobson 47:47

3+ y ago47:47

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How are you adjusting to daylight savings? There is a new bill working its way through the senate and house right now proposing an end to the time change, the Nebraska Lock the Clock Bill. Our guest today, the CEO of the NebraskaLand Bank and newly appointed Senator Mike Jacobson, knows a lot about this bill and joins us to discuss his journey from…

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Evaluating the Housing Market in North Platte 26:19

3+ y ago26:19

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As many of us have probably noticed, the housing market has become a real issue in the past few years. Today, two of our senior Vice Presidents, Tonya Duncan and Josh Harm, join us to discuss the real estate market in North Platte. Tonya is our mortgage lending manager and Josh is our business banking manager. They work with clients throughout the …

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North Platte Guitarist, Jack Bunger 37:03

3+ y ago37:03

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On today’s episode, North Platte guitar prodigy, Jack Bunger joins us in the studio. Jack is a senior at North Platte High School and one of our students in the NebraskaLand University Program. Jack and the Pros will be playing a variety of blues-rock at the Fox Theater on Saturday, March 5th. Taking after his father, guitar quickly became one of J…

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Community Projects Coming to Lincoln County with Chris Bruns 42:25

3+ y ago42:25

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A lot of new community projects are coming into the area! On today’s episode, Chris Bruns, the chairman of the Board of Lincoln County Commissioners, joins us to discuss some of these community developments. Continuing our conversation about the new rail park proposal, Chris shares why projects like this need support. Last year in the legislature, …

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Making the North Platte Rail Park a Reality with Gary Person 41:22

3+ y ago41:22

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We are excited to be joined by Gary Person on today’s show. He’s the president and CEO of the North Platte Area Chamber and Development Corporation. On today’s show, we are going to discuss the proposed North Platte rail park and explore its significance to the community. The North Platte rail park is currently in the application phase to the Nebra…

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The North Platte Plainsmen with Bryan Frew 18:50

3+ y ago18:50

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Have you heard the exciting news? This summer the North Platte Plainsmen will make their debut. On today's episode, Bryan Frew the owner of the Hastings Sodbusters joins us to discuss North Platte’s new baseball team and their future in the community. This team of collegiate division one players will play their first game on May 24th, 2022 at Histo…

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10-Minute Year in Review 10:16

3+ y ago10:16

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In this ten minute recap, Ty and Danielle share their favorite moments from the podcast in 2021. Hear about what's to come in 2022 and learn how to enter a special giveaway for our loyal listeners! Follow us on Social: Facebook: facebook.com/NebraskaLandBankPodcast YouTube: youtube.com/NebraskaLandBank Instagram: instagram.com/NebraskaLandBank This…

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We Called, Santa Answered featuring the one and only Santa Claus 26:09

3+ y ago26:09

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Grab the kids for our 25th episode with the one and only, SANTA! We're still not sure how we pulled it off, we got Santa Claus - yes, THE Kris Kringle- to join us for our latest episode. Despite his hectic holiday schedule, Santa joined us for an exclusive interview. Ty and Danielle made sure to grill Saint Nick with burning questions from local ki…

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Ep 31: Talking Finances with the NebraskaLand Bank Podcast 39:38

4y ago39:38

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I was recently a guest on NebraskaLand Bank Podcast and spoke with hosts Ty Lucas and Danielle Remus. Today I’m sharing our conversation on my podcast. Here are some of the highlights. What should people be thinking about with retirement planning? As far as the end of year, a lot of it centers on capital gains, taxable events by mutual funds, maxin…

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No Stone Unturned with Marc Werkmeister, Professional Financial Advisors 38:28

4y ago38:28

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This episode we sit down with our neighbor, Marc Werkmeister, a Certified Financial Planner and the managing partner of PFA. We learn about the full spectrum of services that PFA provides and the philosophy to how they approach their business. We talk retirement planning, crypto, alternative investments like reAlpha, Dave Ramsey and more! To top of…