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Hosted by Rachel Zumbach, Paige Cruse · education · EN · 66 episodes
Connecting with FFA members & uncovering their journeys beyond the blue corduroy. Stories of passion, purpose & growth in ag. New episodes weekly!
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Signup to Generate a PitchConnecting with FFA members & uncovering their journeys beyond the blue corduroy. Stories of passion, purpose & growth in ag. New episodes weekly!
Beyond the Jacket is hosted by Rachel Zumbach, Paige Cruse. The show has published 66 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "What Happens AFTER the Blue Jacket?" (16 October 2026, 42 minutes), "YOU NEVER KNOW WHERE THE BLUE JACKET WILL TAKE YOU." (15 October 2026, 30 minutes), and "She Left FFA… Then Ended Up at Farm Progress Show | Ava Splear" (15 October 2026, 34 minutes).
Beyond the Jacket publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 28 minutes across 66 episodes.
Booking probability for Beyond the Jacket is 47%, and the host is rated Open on guests. Beyond the Jacket requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Beyond the Jacket's contact route on record: verified email.
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Rachel Zumbach, Paige Cruse hosts Beyond the Jacket, an education show with 66 episodes published.
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Episode #68
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 blue jacket! ️ Tune in now...
Episode #70
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, their FFA journey has taken them farther than they...
Episode #69
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 great reminder that the opportunities FFA gives you...
Episode #67
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 #farm4profit Be sure to follow us on social media...
Episode #66
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 you won’t want to miss. Watch the full episode...
Episode #65
"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! #beyondthejacketpodcast #nationalffa #farm4profit" Be...
Episode #64
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. ️ #beyondthejacketpodcast #nationalffa #farm4profit Be sure...
Episode #63
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 #farm4profit Be sure to follow us on social media to stay up...
Episode #62
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. Hear Chloe’s story, the lessons she’s learned, and...
Episode #61
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 lifelong connections. In this episode, we talk about...
Episode #60
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 Northwest Area Vice President. Heath shares how...
Episode #59
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 began with one idea and a willingness to start...
Episode #58
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 and embraces the organized chaos that comes with...
Episode #57
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 sparked his passion, working with production animals...
Episode #56
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 of Beyond the Jacket, Blake shares how...
Episode #55
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 shares how FFA shaped her voice, her purpose...
Episode #54
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 becoming a leading voice for agriculture online...
Episode #53
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 showcasing the people who make this organization so...
Episode #52
From serving as Georgia FFA's North Region Vice President to advocating for agriculture in Washington, D.C., Sadie Knight has built a career around making sure farmers' voices are heard. 🌽🇺🇸 In this episode of Beyond...
Episode #51
This week on Beyond the Jacket, we sat down with Lexi & Savanah from the Olney FFA Chapter to talk about leadership, personal growth, and the impact FFA has had on their lives. 💙🌾 From serving their chapter to...
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