Nebraska Gems

Tom Stephens, David Sanderson & Mike Melbye
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Great stories. Shared by great Nebraskans. Nebraska Gems is a podcast that is here to shine a light on those who make the State of Nebraska the Good Life. Not all are famous but all Nebraskans have a famous story to tell, and that's what we hope to allow people to do. Give those who call Nebraska home a chance to tell their story. There are hidden gems everywhere.

  1. Episode 18: Bob Downey - Former President of the Capital Humane Society

    02/09/2023

    Episode 18: Bob Downey - Former President of the Capital Humane Society

    Tom chats with Bob Downey about all things involving our furry, four-legged friends. Plus a great discussion on how Bob helped get dog fighting outlawed in the state of Nebraska.

    59 min
  2. Episode 17: Tim 'Swede' Eliker - The man behind Der Viener Schlinger

    12/12/2022

    Episode 17: Tim 'Swede' Eliker - The man behind Der Viener Schlinger

    Mike chats with the man who shows up at not just sporting events (wait until you hear the most unusual place), but all over to shoot Fairbury Brand hot dogs out of the air cannon affectionately know as Der Viener Schlinger. Swede is also an avid hockey fan and you'll hear some stories from the road as well.

    47 min
  3. Episode 16: Part 2 with Lincoln & Omaha Radio Legend Tim Sheridan

    11/30/2022

    Episode 16: Part 2 with Lincoln & Omaha Radio Legend Tim Sheridan

    In part two of Mike's conversation with Tim Sheridan you'll get to hear one of the funniest bits Tim & The Animal ever did, and you'll hear about some goofy morning show guests. They also talk about some ghost hunting Tim has done, what he's doing today and you will learn what career whiplash truly is.

    1h 4m
  4. Episode 15: Lincoln & Omaha Radio Legend Tim Sheridan

    11/23/2022

    Episode 15: Lincoln & Omaha Radio Legend Tim Sheridan

    Mike caught up with one of the most talented and versatile people to ever work in radio, Tim Sheridan. They cover how Tim got started in his now over 45 year long career, and what he's doing today. You'll hear the origins of The Blaze and highlights of The Wheel of Formats that launched that station in 1992. This is part 1 of 2.

    1 hr
  5. Episode 14: Lincoln Radio Legend Joe Skare

    11/13/2022

    Episode 14: Lincoln Radio Legend Joe Skare

    Tom Stephens has an opportunity to talk to one of the most talented people to ever work in radio, Joe Skare. Joe shares stories from his time as part of the dynamic duo of Joe & Timmo and his long career co-hosting mornings with Gina Sherwood-Kline at B-107. We also toss in a couple of segments from The Best of Joe & Timmo CD where you'll learn how to order a thumb salad, and how to properly chase down a wig. We know you'll enjoy these stories!

    50 min
  6. Episode 13: Rex Amack - The Former Director of the Nebraska Game & Parks Commission

    11/05/2022

    Episode 13: Rex Amack - The Former Director of the Nebraska Game & Parks Commission

    Mike was honored to be able to chat with Rex Amack, the longest serving Director in the history of the Nebraska Game & Parks Commission. Rex shares stories from his childhood, and tells who helped shape him into the successful leader of fish, game & natural resource conservation he became. Plus a moving story involving his dog Becker, and the grandson of a close friend on his first hunt.

    1h 5m
  7. Episode 12: Ronni Willis - Founder of Lincoln Historical Ghost Quest

    10/27/2022

    Episode 12: Ronni Willis - Founder of Lincoln Historical Ghost Quest

    Halloween is right around the corner, and Mike was able to sit down with paranormal expert, Ronni Willis. You'll hear about personal super natural experiences, and about a couple of chilling incidents that happened at a favorite Lincoln, Nebraska restaurant. This episode is a spooktacular listen.

    51 min
  8. Episode 11: John Chapo - President Emeritus of the Lincoln Children's Zoo

    10/10/2022

    Episode 11: John Chapo - President Emeritus of the Lincoln Children's Zoo

    Tom Stephens sits down with the President Emeritus of the Lincoln Children's Zoo, John Chapo. A man who has made such a profoundly positive impact on the City of Lincoln and the State of Nebraska that words cannot describe it. Unless those words are his own. You'll hear them in this fantastic episode.

    48 min
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About

Great stories. Shared by great Nebraskans. Nebraska Gems is a podcast that is here to shine a light on those who make the State of Nebraska the Good Life. Not all are famous but all Nebraskans have a famous story to tell, and that's what we hope to allow people to do. Give those who call Nebraska home a chance to tell their story. There are hidden gems everywhere.

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  • Creator
    Tom Stephens, David Sanderson & Mike Melbye
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2023
  • Episodes
    19
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
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  • Show Website
    Nebraska Gems