The Post Podcast

🎙️ Knight's Weekly #6 2025 featuring North Platte Community College Men's Basketball Coach Jacob Brandl

On today's episode of Knight's Weekly, Paxton sat down with Jacob Brandl, Head Coach of the North Platte Community College Men's Basketball team, to discuss an exciting victory over Garden City Community College and what he feels his team needs to focus on for the upcoming games.

Ogallala Council Vacancy, Police Recognitions, and City Updates with Kevin Wilkins

Ogallala City Manager Kevin Wilkins joins Allison Peck to recap this week’s City Council meeting. The council accepted the resignation of Councilman Dustin Holstein, discussed the process to fill the vacant seat, and recognized two members of the Ogallala Police Department for their years of service. Wilkins also shares updates on city projects, budget priorities, upcoming improvements, and winter preparations around town.

Investing in Students: Terri Burchell Talks Scholarships, Arts, and Community Impact in North Platte

Terri Burchell from the North Platte Public Schools Foundation explores all the ways the foundation is making a difference for students in the community. From scholarship day for the Class of 2026 and over $23,000 in awards, to classroom grants, arts programs, and food pantry support, discover how local efforts are helping students succeed both in and out of the classroom. Tune in to hear stories of generosity, student engagement, and community collaboration that are shaping the next generation.

Inside the Cage: MCF’s Salute to Veterans 5 with Russ Jones

Join Allison Peck as she sits down with Russ Jones, President of Midwest Championship Fighting, for an inside look at Salute to Veterans. From street fights to amateur and professional bouts, Russ shares what makes MCF events unique, the upcoming matchups, and how the organization celebrates local veterans. Discover how MCF provides a constructive outlet for fighters, supports the community, and brings exciting, high-level MMA action to Western Nebraska. Whether you’re a fight fan or just curious about the behind-the-scenes action, this episode gives you the full story before the big event.

🎙️ Knight's Weekly #5 2025 featuring North Platte Community College Men's Basketball Coach Jacob Brandl

On today's episode of Knight's Weekly, Paxton sat down with Jacob Brandl, Head Coach of the North Platte Community College Men's Basketball team, to discuss the opening weekend of action vs Laramie County Community College and Eastern Wyoming Community College and what he saw from his team. And what transpired on the Knights' first two road games earlier this week.

🎙️ Knight's Weekly #4 2025 featuring North Platte Community College Women's Basketball Coach Jeff Thurman

On today's episode of Knight's Weekly, Paxton sat down with Jeff Thurman, Head Coach of the North Platte Community College Women's Basketball team, and discussed the opening weekend of basketball and what he observed from the games. Coach Thurman also discussed how important culture is to a young team and how he sees its effects early on.

City Council Recap: Housing, Roads, and Annexations with Mayor Kelliher

North Platte is growing, and the city council is busy. Mayor Brandon Kelliher joins us to walk through November 4th city council meeting—housing projects, road discussions, pension updates, and annexations. Tune in for a behind-the-scenes look at local government in action.

Shutdown Impact: Congressman Smith on Nebraska Families and Farmers

Congressman Adrian Smith, representing Nebraska’s Third District, joins us to discuss the ongoing federal government shutdown — now tied for the longest in U.S. history — and what it means for Nebraskans. From SNAP benefits and USDA support for farmers during harvest, to innovations in local agriculture and the beef industry, Smith provides insight into how communities are navigating federal gridlock. He also shares his perspective on bipartisan efforts, rural healthcare, and steps Congress can take to get back on track. Tune in for an inside look at Washington’s shutdown and its real-world effects in Nebraska.

Harvest 2025: Paxton FFA’s Student-Led Test Plot with Landon Drews

Paxton High School junior and FFA Vice President Landon Drews joins Allison Peck to talk about his growing Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) project and this year’s Harvest 2025 celebration.
What started as a simple idea to farm school ground has evolved into a full-scale student-run test plot—complete with multiple seed dealers, community support, and hands-on learning opportunities for students of all ages.

Landon shares how the project came to life, what goes into managing a dryland test plot, and how he’s using the experience to educate younger students about agriculture while building leadership and responsibility.

Harvest 2025 takes place Tuesday, November 4th from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Mountain Time in Paxton, featuring a student, staff, and community hamburger feed.

🎧 It’s more than just a harvest—it’s a lesson in leadership, hard work, and community pride.

Beyond the Game: John Cook’s Lessons in Leadership and Life

After 25 years, four national championships, and a legacy that transformed Nebraska volleyball, former head coach of the University of Nebraska’s Women’s volleyball team, John Cook, listen for an inspiring conversation on leadership, trust, and growth. He shares what it means to lead with love, build genuine relationships, and embrace change, while reflecting on his transition from coaching to his new role with the Omaha Supernovas. John’s lessons reach far beyond sports, touching on mentorship, teamwork, and how the best leaders continue to evolve. Here’s some of what is discussed in this episode: 🎙️John’s transition from coaching to broadcasting 🤝 Why relationships are the foundation of great leadership 💬 How he transformed his coaching philosophy over time 💪 Building belief and confidence in others 🌄 What’s next for John Cook: family, travel, and the Supernovas