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2020 Class A Boys #Basketball Championship! #Nebraska #HighSchoolBasketball #Shorts
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- 2020 Class A Boys #Basketball Championship! #Nebraska #HighSchoolBasketball #Shorts
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- 1:00
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Chucky Hepburn talks with Larry Punteney about playing in one of the only televised sporting events in America, the 2020 NSAA Boys' Basketball Championships, to take place in mid-March of 2020 as sporting events were getting canceled across the country. That night in the Class A title game, 2020 Nebraska Mr. Basketball Gatorade Player of the Year Chucky Hepburn led his Bellevue West squad from behind in the waning minutes of their game against Millard North to capture a championship.
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- The Last Game in Town- 2020 Class A Boys Basketball Championship | Nebraska High School Classics
- Runtime
- 56:56
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- As Covid-19 restrictions began to take place across the country, Nebraska was home to one of the only televised sporting events in America- the 2020 NSAA Boys' Basketball Championships. That night in the Class A title game, 2020 Nebraska Mr. Basketball Gatorade Player of the Year Chucky Hepburn led his Bellevue West squad from behind in the waning minutes of their game against Millard North to capture a championship.
Relive the excitement of this Nebraska High School Classic!
2020 NSAA Class A Boys' Basketball Championship Game
Millard North vs. Bellevue West
March 14, 2020
Pinnacle Bank Arena
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Nebraska High School Classics dives into the heart of Nebraska's sports legacy by dusting off treasured gems from Nebraska Public Media’s NSAA Championships archive, showcasing iconic games, nail-biting finishes, and unforgettable stories. Each episode presents ...
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- Pre-Season Special | Big Red Wrap Up | Nebraska Public Media
- Runtime
- 58:18
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Big Red Wrap-Up returns to preview the 2024 season
Original Air Date: 8/27/2024
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- Big Red Wrap-Up: Preseason Special, Including Interview with Nebraska Football Head Coach Matt Rhule
- Runtime
- 58:07
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- 🏈 The Husker Football season is about to begin! Join Mike’l Svere, Jay Moore, and Damon Bennin as they get us ready for this season. Sean Callhan gives us a quick look at the 2025 recruiting class. Also, don't miss our brand-new exclusive interview with Nebraska Football Head Coach Matt Rhule.
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Husker fans, during the football season, make sure to check out "Big Red Wrap-Up" as panelists on the show break down every Husker game. For more information, go to https://NebraskaPublicMedia.org/bigred.
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- UTEP vs. Nebraska Game Preview | Big Red Wrap-Up
- Runtime
- 6:06
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Mike'l Severe, Jay Moore, Damon Benning and Sean Callahan preview Nebraska's first game of 2024 against the UTEP Miners.
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Husker fans, during the football season, make sure to check out "Big Red Wrap-Up" as panelists on the show break down every Husker game. For more information, go to NebraskaPublicMedia.org/bigred.
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- Coach Rhule Talks the Upcoming 2024 Season | Big Red Wrap-Up
- Runtime
- 20:51
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Coach Matt Rhule sits down with Big Red Wrap-Up host Mike'l Severe to talk about the upcoming 2024 season, his thoughts surrounding Dylan Raiola and expectations he has in year two.
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Husker fans, during the football season, make sure to check out "Big Red Wrap-Up" as panelists on the show break down every Husker game. For more information, go to NebraskaPublicMedia.org/bigred.
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- A quick look at the 2025 recruiting class | Big Red Wrap-Up
- Runtime
- 3:59
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Sean Callahan and Mike'l Severe look at the 2025 recruiting class and who stands out among the group. Spotlights include the surprise addition of Mac Markway as a transfer from LSU, #Huskers 2025 QB target TJ Lateef and in-state prospect Christian Jones from Omaha.
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Husker fans, during the football season, make sure to check out "Big Red Wrap-Up" as panelists on the show break down every Husker game. For more information, go to NebraskaPublicMedia.org/bigred.
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- Breaking down the offensive and defensive side of the ball for Nebraska | Big Red Wrap-Up
- Runtime
- 8:03
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Jay and Damon have high hopes for a lot of different players. Hear which players they are looking forward to the most as they give a preview of Nebraska's offense and defense coming into the 2024 season.
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Husker fans, during the football season, make sure to check out "Big Red Wrap-Up" as panelists on the show break down every Husker game. For more information, go to NebraskaPublicMedia.org/bigred.
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- Nebraska Football is Back!! | Big Red Wrap-Up
- Runtime
- 6:23
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Mike'l, Jay, and Damon talk the excitement of the upcoming start of the 2024 season along with being on a new set to start year 2 of the Matt Rhule era at Nebraska. They also share their thoughts on freshman Dylan Raiola being named the starting quarterback against UTEP.
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Husker fans, during the football season, make sure to check out "Big Red Wrap-Up" as panelists on the show break down every Husker game. For more information, go to NebraskaPublicMedia.org/bigred.
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- State of Volleyball: Preview 2024 | Nebraska Public Media Sports | Nebraska Public Media
- Runtime
- 58:13
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Ana Bellinghausen hosts the in-depth look across the volleyball state with an exclusive interview with Husker Head Coach John Cook in the studio. Bellinghausen also travels to Creighton to preview the Bluejays’ season with Head Coach Kirsten Bernthal Booth. The program also includes interviews and season previews with Omaha Maverick Head Coach Matt Buttermore, Wayne State Head Coach Scott Kneifl, Nebraska-Kearney Head Coach Rick Squiers and Omaha Supernovas Head Coach Laura “Bird” Kuhn.
Plus, volleyball beat writer, Lincoln Arneal makes a guest appearance to discuss the world of volleyball. Catch player breakdowns, schedule analysis and cover the latest in volleyball news from the Cornhusker state.
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- Betty's Bees & Her Mustard Business | What If | Nebraska Public Media
- Runtime
- 7:03
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Follow Betty Sayers #entrepreneurial journey from teacher to magazine publisher to bee keeper to mustard maker in Holdrege, #Nebraska, with her business, Buzz Savories.
A story from the award-winning Nebraska Public Media series on innovation and creativity in Nebraska, "What If..."
More at nebraskapublicmedia.org/WhatIf and #WhatIfNebraska
#Bees #Beekeeping #Entrepreneurs #Mustard
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- Nebraska High School Classics Series Promo
- Runtime
- 1:46
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Join us in our love letter to Nebraska’s high school sports history.
From late game comebacks and heroics, to notable milestones and records, get ready to relive iconic games and unforgettable stories from Nebraska Public Media's high school championship archive in our new series "Nebraska High School Classics." Nebraska Public Media teamed with the Nebraska School Activities Association (NSAA), sports writers and directors to curate an extensive list of games representing the rich tapestry of Nebraska high school sports. The games aren’t all that’s featured in the new series. We’ve done contemporary interviews that give additional analysis and perspectives to the title games featured across our first season.
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"Nebraska High School Classics" dives into the heart of Nebraska's sports legacy by dusting off treasured gems from Nebraska Public Media’s NSAA Championships archive,...
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- Dream Like a Champion | Nebraska Public Media Originals | Nebraska Public Media
- Runtime
- 1:03:12
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Nebraska Volleyball: Dream Like a Champion is an inspiring look at Nebraska's own "Dream Team." From former head volleyball coach Terry Pettit to current coach John Cook, follow the Husker volleyball team on its journey to winning the 2006 National Championship title and along the way learn some of the history behind one of the nation's premier women's volleyball programs.
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- In The Deed The Glory : Memorial Stadium | Nebraska Public Media Originals | Nebraska Public Media
- Runtime
- 56:50
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Lincoln, Nebraska is home to a college football cathedral. For 100 years, a once simple stadium has become hallowed ground for a sport and a state.
Memorial Stadium, home of the Nebraska Cornhusker football team, is a mecca of the sport. On Saturdays in the fall, the fans that fill the stadium make it the third largest city in the state. To mark the 100th anniversary of Memorial Stadium, Nebraska Public Media will take viewers on a journey through the evolution of the stadium, from the original east and west stands built in 1923 to today’s 90,000 capacity venue that meets the changing expectations of diehard fans. Join us as we look back at the first 100 years of the stadium that is synonymous with Saturdays in Nebraska.
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- Artist in Exile | Science Fun Factory & More | Nebraska Stories | Nebraska Public Media
- Runtime
- 7:18
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Sharmila Seyyid, a human rights advocate and former exile from Sri Lanka, shares the gripping tale of her escape from political persecution amidst death threats in her homeland. After enduring years of turmoil, she and her family are now rebuilding their lives in the United States.
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- Science Fun Factory | Science Fun Factory & More | Nebraska Stories | Nebraska Public Media
- Runtime
- 5:37
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Omaha’s newest cultural gem, the Kiewit Luminarium, aims to spark curiosity in STEM careers among young visitors. The 82,000-square-foot museum sits along the Missouri River and features more than 120 exhibits that blend science, math, and technology with art, music, and local culture.
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- Volleyball Goes Supernova | Science Fun Factory & More | Nebraska Stories | Nebraska Public Media
- Runtime
- 4:29
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- The first-ever US pro volleyball league kicked off earlier this year with seven teams spread across the country, including one right here in Nebraska's biggest city. Meet the Omaha Supernovas, packing a punch with some ex-Husker players who've been tearing it up abroad. Now, they're ready to rock the pro scene for the first time at home.
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- Science Fun Factory & More | Nebraska Stories | Nebraska Public Media
- Runtime
- 27:34
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Science Fun Factory
Omaha’s newest cultural gem, the Kiewit Luminarium, aims to spark curiosity in STEM careers among young visitors. The 82,000-square-foot museum sits along the Missouri River and features more than 120 exhibits that blend science, math, and technology with art, music, and local culture.
Volleyball Goes Supernova
The first professional volleyball league in the US debuted earlier this year with 7 franchises across the country, including one based in Nebraska’s largest city. The Omaha Supernovas include a powerful roster, including several former Husker players who’ve been playing overseas and now, for the first time, are getting a chance to play professional volleyball in their home country.
Artist in Exile
In her own words, exiled Sri Lankan and human rights advocate Sharmila Seyyid shares her journey of escaping political persecution and rebuilding her life in the United States, following death t...
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- Where Data and Sports Meet
- Runtime
- 4:56
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Volleyball, football and many other sports in Nebraska are growing in popularity. For the athletes competing on the field, their training process has increasingly become more complex. Data is a large piece of that puzzle.
Advanced sensors and software can collect 1,000 data points per second of an athlete’s movement. These tests have proliferated in pro and collegiate sports, allowing athletes to fine tune their performances. As this tracking ability has trickled down to youth, how can athletes, coaches and parents use the data effectively to enhance athleticism, while keeping stress at a minimum?
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Nebraska Public Media has connected citizens with news, sports, education and entertainment since 1954. Providing global and compelling stories from PBS and NPR, the statewide public media network also produces award-winning local content. Its programs and services reach Nebraskans on telev...
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- Behind the Seams | Volleyball Day & More | Nebraska Stories | Nebraska Public Media
- Runtime
- 3:30
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Featuring everything from soldier uniforms and Elvis suits to animal costumes and vintage shoes, the Costume Library at Nebraska Wesleyan University boasts around 50,000 items, making it the largest collection of costumes in the area. Discover the Costume Library at Nebraska Wesleyan University, where actors of all ages and anyone dressing up for fun can find the perfect attire for any occasion.
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- Volleyball Day, Smashing Barriers | Volleyball Day & More | Nebraska Stories | Nebraska Public Media
- Runtime
- 6:04
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Nebraska set a new world-record attendance for women's sports as 92,0003 people gathered in Memorial Stadium to experienced Volleyball Day in Nebraska and 518,00 viewers tuned in around the world. Relive the thrill of this monumental event and hear how it's changed the landscape of women’s sports and the enduring impact it will leave for generations to come. We also celebrate the Huskers trip to the final four in Tampa, Florida as the sunshine state was taken over by a sea of red.
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- Volleyball Day & More | Nebraska Stories | Nebraska Public Media
- Runtime
- 25:57
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Volleyball Day, Smashing Barriers
Nebraska set a new world-record attendance mark for women's sports as 92,000 people gathered in Memorial Stadium to experienced Volleyball Day in Nebraska and 518,00 viewers tuned in around the world. Relive the thrill of this monumental event and hear why it changed the landscape of women’s sports and the enduring impact it will leave for generations to come. We also celebrate the Huskers trip to the final four in Tampa, Florida as the sunshine state was taken over by a sea of red.
Behind the Seams
Featuring everything from soldier uniforms and Elvis suits to animal costumes and vintage shoes, the Costume Library at Nebraska Wesleyan University boasts around 50,000 items, making it the largest collection of costumes in the area. Discover the Costume Library at Nebraska Wesleyan University, where actors of all ages and anyone dressing up for fun can find the perfect attire for any occasion.
Duck Pin Bowlin...
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- Pint-Sized Justice | A Place to be Ourselves and More | Nebraska Stories | Nebraska Public Media
- Runtime
- 3:53
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- The town of Arthur boasts what Ripley’s "Believe It or Not" once hailed as the world's smallest courthouse. Erected in 1914 and operational until 1961, this compact structure measures twenty-six by twenty-eight feet. Within its walls, visitors can explore an array of artifacts dating back to the 1920s. Adjacent to the courthouse stands a tiny jail, built just a year later using two by fours. Despite its modest size, the jail features two rooms and a solitary confinement cell, offering a glimpse into the town's early justice system. These historic buildings were the first government structures built in the newly formed Arthur County, officially organized in 1913.
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- A Place to be Ourselves | A Place to be Ourselves & More | Nebraska Stories | Nebraska Public Media
- Runtime
- 5:40
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Adeline Johnson is just your average second-grade teacher and mom who decided to create a community nonprofit in her very limited spare time. Johnson is the mother of a disabled daughter and discovered that daycare operations in her community of Hastings do not typically take children over the age of 12, which means special needs children age out of daycare programs, which poses a challenge for working parents of children with disabilities, as well as for the children themselves. That’s when she created Our Place After School Care, an innovative non-profit where teens with impairments can come after school to further their academic studies and learn social and life skills. It’s the first nonprofit of its kind in Nebraska.
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- A Place to be Ourselves and More | Nebraska Stories | Nebraska Public Media
- Runtime
- 25:40
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- A Place to Be Ourselves
Second-grade teacher and mom, Adeline Johnson, has a disabled teen daughter who, like all teens, wanted a place to hang out with friends. When Adeline discovered daycares in her community do not typically take children over the age of 12, the busy mom got a little busier when she decided to create a community nonprofit in her very limited spare time. She created Our Place, an innovative non-profit where teens with disabilities can come after school to further their academic studies and learn social and life skills. It’s the first nonprofit of its kind in Nebraska.
Pint-Sized Justice
Established in 1914 and operational until 1961, Arthur boasts what Ripley’s “Believe it or Not” recognized as the smallest courthouse in the world. The 26 by 28-foot courthouse showcases distinctive artifacts dating back to the 1920s. A tiny jail was constructed a year later using two by fours, comprised of two rooms and a solitary confinement ...
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- Nebraska's Natural Beauty | Nebraska Stories | Nebraska Public Media
- Runtime
- 28:09
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Time and the River
A beautiful visual montage of the four seasons along the Platte River created from photographs taken by the Platte River Basin Timelapse project and featuring commissioned chamber music by Kurt Knecht, a composer from Kansas City, Missouri.
Inside Robber’s Cave
The subject of speculation, myth, and rumors, Robbers Cave has long been a popular site for clandestine meetings, romantic interludes, and curious explorers. We venture underground with author Joel Green to learn the curious history of one of Lincoln’s most timeless relics.
Sowbelly Canyon
A Pine Ridge paradise located near the town of Harrison, Sowbelly Canyon has experienced a number of natural disasters in the past decade including a major flood in 2015. Explore this little known treasure and meet the people who are working to preserve this oasis for all to enjoy.
Wildcat Hills
In a state known for its flat land, the Wildcat Hi...
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- Masquerade and More | Nebraska Stories | Nebraska Public Media
- Runtime
- 25:58
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Masquerade
In the 1940s and 50s, Nebraska artist Doane Powell created a series of strange and wonderful masks. As a former cartoonist for the Omaha Bee, Powell eventually moved to New York City and shifted his focus from drawing faces to sculpting them with layers of craft paper and adhesive, creating exaggerated caricatures and realistic likenesses of famous figures. From Clark Gable to Mae West to Hitler, the masks range from playful to a bit spooky. After years of neglect, many of Powell’s masks have been restored and are now in the collection of the History Nebraska Museum.
Football Fashion
Josh Sperle says it was growing up in Texas that spurred his passion for football and now, the Nebraska transplant has funneled that energy into his small business, Hide Park Apparel. The young entrepreneur recycles game-used footballs to make his unique hats.
D-Wayne
Meet D-Wayne, a young man who turned a love of beatboxing into a full-fled...
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- Akiho Scores Kaneko | Land of My Fathers and More | Nebraska Stories | Nebraska Public Media
- Runtime
- 8:31
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Grammy nominated composer Andy Akiho creates a groundbreaking orchestral work commissioned by the Omaha Symphony in honor of husband-and-wife artists Ree and Jun Kaneko. Akiho uses Kaneko’s sculptures not only as inspiration for the work but also as musical instruments that are “played” during the performance.
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- Land of My Fathers | Land of My Fathers and More | Nebraska Stories | Nebraska Public Media
- Runtime
- 9:42
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Arthur Jones, a Nebraska transplant from Michigan, stumbles upon the small town of Wymore, where he excitedly discovers that its rich Welsh settlement history draws similar parallels between his own journey and those of the people who migrated from Wales to Wymore.
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- Land of My Fathers and More | Nebraska Stories | Nebraska Public Media
- Runtime
- 25:55
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Land of My Fathers
Arthur Jones, a Nebraska transplant from Michigan, finds the community of Wymore, Nebraska and learns about the history of the people and the town, and the parallels between his own journey and those that came from Wales to Wymore.
Akiho Scores Kaneko
Grammy nominated composer Andy Akiho creates a groundbreaking orchestral work commissioned by the Omaha Symphony in honor of husband-and-wife artists Ree and Jun Kaneko. Akiho uses Kaneko’s sculptures not only as inspiration for the work but also as musical instruments that are “played” during the performance.
The Girl from Broken Bow
Sometimes a family treasure requires detective work. We follow a young woman as she finds a surprising story behind a homestead portrait taken by sod house photographer Solomon Butcher.
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- Older Workers, New Opportunities | Nebraska Public Media Connects | Nebraska Public Media
- Runtime
- 27:28
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- This program is brought to you by our Connects partner, Nebraska Dept of Labor.
Experts talk about the Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP). They inform people how they can become a part of the program, the benefits for both participant and employer partners and give some success stories of individuals who have graduated from the program and found successful employment in the workforce.
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- Understanding Tourism Nebraska's Sleeping Giant | Connects | Nebraska Public Media
- Runtime
- 26:01
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- The tourism industry is Nebraska's third largest economic driver, behind agriculture and manufacturing.
The industry includes restaurants, hotels, destinations, activities, unique businesses, natural wonders, vibrant cities and off-the-beaten-path towns. Several agencies working together to make it successful. It’s something easily taken for granted, like water from the tap. You just turn it on and know it will come out. But…what happens if you don’t devote time and resources to tourism and bring awareness to it? The sleeping giant stays asleep and the state economy suffers the consequences.
In “Understanding Tourism,” people who work in the industry shed light on the importance of supporting tourism. Nebraskans, whether they think so are not, are affected by tourism, therefore making it in their best interest to see it succeed.
When people visit Nebraska, residents’ taxes are subsidized. And, when attractions and unique businesses o...
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- Love and Football | Willa Goes to Washington and More | Nebraska Public Media
- Runtime
- 3:31
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Denny and Joyce Korinek credit Memorial Stadium with playing cupid, as it's where the couple first met and their romance blossomed over their shared love of Husker football. The Korineks now reside in Florida, but travel back to Nebraska to watch games from Joyce's family seats - a tradition that's 90 years strong.
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- Willa Goes to Washington | Willa Goes to Washington and More | Nebraska Stories |NE Public Media
- Runtime
- 10:26
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- A 7-foot bronze statue of writer Willa Cather is now on display at the US Capitol, one of two statues representing Nebraska in the National Statuary Hall collection. We see the dramatic unveiling, speak with sculptor Littleton Alston, who created the work, and explore Cather’s long journey from a Pulitzer Prize-winning writer who created a new vision of the American frontier to a towering statue on display for the world to see at the US Capitol.
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- Willa Goes to Washington & More | Nebraska Stories | Nebraska Public Media
- Runtime
- 27:11
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- “Willa Goes to Washington”
A 7-foot bronze statue of writer Willa Cather is now on display at the US Capitol, one of two statues representing Nebraska in the National Statuary Hall collection. We see the dramatic unveiling, speak with sculptor Littleton Alston, who created the work, and explore Cather’s long journey from a Pulitzer Prize-winning writer who created a new vision of the American frontier to a towering statue on display for the world to see at the US Capitol.
“Love and Football"
Memorial Stadium’s ability to connect goes beyond the playing field. Husband and wife Denny and Joyce Korinek bonded over their shared love of Husker football and the stadium itself during their first meeting. Even though the couple now resides in Florida, the dedicated fans travel back for every Husker home game to sit in stadium seats that have been in Joyce’s family for 90 years. [In the Deed and the Glory]
“A Story Set in Stone”
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- Why Nebraska Volleyball Player Harper Murray Wears Number 27? | Nebraska Stories
- Runtime
- 4:08
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- In the late 1980s, Vada Murray, a safety for the Michigan Wolverines, wore number 27 under the coaching of the legendary Bo Schembechler. Sadly, Vada lost his two-year battle with cancer in 2011. In honor of her father, Nebraska Volleyball’s Harper Murray wears the number 27 and even has a tattoo of the number on her finger. Every time Harper steps onto the court, it's a heartfelt tribute to her beloved father.
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Poignant, funny, and always captivating, Nebraska Stories explores the richness of our state through the people who call it home. Watch our playlist featuring hundreds of stories: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLC417FA8FA359A688
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Your stories are “Nebraska Stories.” This video, “Dad's Number, Daughter's Game” is a part of the 15th season o...
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- Pouring Perfection | Pouring Perfection and More | Nebraska Stories | Nebraska Public Media
- Runtime
- 8:20
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- In a world where 2 billion cups of coffee are consumed every day, an Omaha man is on a mission to be the best barista on earth. He’s already a national champion and placed 4th in international competition. His name is Isaiah Sheese and he’s a rock star in the world of specialty coffee.
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- Pouring Perfection and More | Nebraska Stories | Nebraska Public Media
- Runtime
- 24:48
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- “Pouring Perfection”
In a world where 2 billion cups of coffee are consumed every day an Omaha man is on a mission to be the best barista on earth. He’s already a national champion and placed 4th in international competition. His name is Isaiah Sheese and he’s a rock star in the world of specialty coffee.
Quote Dad’s Number, Daughter’s Game”
In the late 1980s, Vada Murray, a safety for the Michigan Wolverines, wore number 27 under the coaching of the legendary Bo Schembechler. Sadly, Vada lost his two-year battle with cancer in 2011. In honor of her father, Nebraska Volleyball’s Harper Murray wears the number 27 and even has a tattoo of the number on her finger. Every time Harper steps onto the court, it's a heartfelt tribute to their beloved father.
“The Animal Whisperer”
A portrait of animal communicator, Cindy Downing of Papillion, who volunteers with area animal nonprofits to help resolve questions about animals i...
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- Collectors | Nebraska Stories | Nebraska Public Media
- Runtime
- 27:07
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- “The Relic Hunter”
Pete Peters was a young boy when he first visited an old trail outpost called Alkali Station. It was a stopping point on the Oregon Trail and though it was just a grassy pasture, the wagon ruts and the outline of the old post remained visible …as they still are today. Over Pete’s lifetime, he saw the Overland Trail evolve into the interstate highway system that still moves people from east to west and back again. Over the years, Pete amassed a collection of bottles, guns, arrowheads, and other things travelers left along the trail. We dig into the historic trail’s history with a man who’s spent his entire life living near it.
“Rockin’ Down the Highway“
If you feel the need. The need for speed. We are profiling the life of Nebraska businessman “Speedy” Bill Smith of Speedway Motors and taking a tour of the museum he founded - The Speedway Motors Museum of American Speed. We’ll see some of the fastest cars ...
- Title
- Nebraska Focused: Building Our Future | Nebraska Public Media Connects | Nebraska Public Media
- Runtime
- 58:21
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- A one-hour Connects program for the University of Nebraska Foundation focused on future workforce needs and research.
As the University of Nebraska plans for its own future, it also has a responsibility to the community. Through research and workforce development, the University is looking outward & preparing Nebraska.
- Title
- Nebraska: The Great American Water Machine | Nebraska Public Media Connects | Nebraska Public Media
- Runtime
- 57:10
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- In the middle of the "Great American Desert", more surface water flows out of Nebraska than flows into it. Nebraska ranks #1 in both irrigated acres and groundwater abundance in the U.S. Water is the lifeblood of the state. This program, produced in cooperation with the Nebraska State Irrigation Association, explores the relationships between groundwater and surface water, the different ways in which we use it, and how we work together to manage water for future generations.
- Title
- Welcome Homes: Fair Housing in Nebraska | Nebraska Public Media Connects | Nebraska Public Media
- Runtime
- 26:47
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Whether you’re buying, applying for a loan, or renting - you have a right to fair housing. Nebraska Public Media and the Nebraska Equal Opportunity Commission discuss ways to combat housing discrimination and how to identify illegal practices.
- Title
- Splitting Records | Running Down a Dream & More | Nebraska Stories | Nebraska Public Media
- Runtime
- 6:22
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Seward native Jesse Rood realized a childhood dream when he became a firefighter at the Nebraska Air Guard Base; however, this was just the beginning. A chance encounter sparked a new passion for him—axe throwing—and ignited a quest to set a World Record.
- Title
- William Henry Jackson: An Eye For History | Running Down a Dream & More | NE Stories | NE Pub Media
- Runtime
- 2:27
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- William Henry Jackson was one of the most prolific American artists of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He personally witnessed and recorded the expansion of the American West in thousands of photographs and in hundreds of drawings and paintings. His images conveyed the breathtaking beauty and unique natural features of the wilderness, convincing Congress to preserve Yellowstone. It became the nation's first national park in 1872. Today, the Oregon Trail Museum at Scotts Bluff National Monument holds the largest collection of William Henry Jackson paintings in the world. Park visitors can immerse themselves in Jackson's vibrant tapestry of American western history as seen through the eyes of an intrepid explorer and pioneer in American art and photography.
- Title
- Running Down a Dream & More | Nebraska Stories | Nebraska Public Media
- Runtime
- 26:24
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- “Running Down a Dream”
Bellevue middle schooler Jaiya Patillo gained social media fame with a video showcasing her impressive running skills, hitting 17 mph on a treadmill at just 12 years old. Now, she’s not only competing against, but beating college track athletes in the 400 meters. Jaiya has already secured the title of national champion, with the fastest time recorded in all AAU (Amateur Athletic Union) divisions. With a growing following and garnering national attention, Jaiya is on the fast track to success, clinching junior championships and setting her sights on the Olympics.
“William Henry Jackson: An Eye for History”
William Henry Jackson was one of the most prolific American artists of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He personally witnessed and recorded the expansion of the American West in thousands of photographs and in hundreds of drawings and paintings. His images conveyed the breathtaking beauty and unique natural featu...
- Title
- Running Down a Dream | Running Down a Dream & More | Nebraska Stories | Nebraska Public Media
- Runtime
- 4:13
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Bellevue middle schooler Jaiya Patillo gained social media fame with a video showcasing her impressive running skills, hitting 17 mph on a treadmill at just 12 years old. Now, she’s not only competing against, but beating college track athletes in the 400 meters. Jaiya has already secured the title of national champion, with the fastest time recorded in all AAU (Amateur Athletic Union) divisions. With a growing following and garnering national attention, Jaiya is on the fast track to success, clinching junior championships and setting her sights on the Olympics.
- Title
- A Century of Gridiron Glory | A Century of Gridiron Glory & More | NE Stories | NE Public Media
- Runtime
- 8:37
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Lincoln is home to a college football cathedral. For one hundred years, Memorial Stadium has been the heart of Husker football. The origins of this revered landmark are rooted in post-World War I America when the public was resolute in honoring those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service of their country. Step back in time to learn what it took to build this Nebraska icon.
- Title
- A Century of Gridiron Glory and More | Nebraska Stories | Nebraska Public Media
- Runtime
- 26:08
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- "A Century of Gridiron Glory"
Lincoln is home to a college football cathedral. For one hundred years, Memorial Stadium has been the heart of Husker football. The origins of this revered landmark are rooted in post-World War I America when the public was resolute in honoring those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service of their country. Step back in time to learn what it took to build this Nebraska icon.
"Cornhusking, Harvesting Heritage"
Before farming became mechanized, picking corn by hand and pitching ears into a horse-drawn wagon was how harvesting was done. In the late 19th century, local contests were held to determine the best corn picker in the community. By the 1930s, hand corn husking became the fastest-growing sport in America, drawing over 100,000 spectators at national contests. Nebraska is one of nine states still hosting competitions. Join us in the field to follow competitors at the Nebraska State Hand Cornhusking Contest held at the Stu...
- Title
- Cornhusking, Harvesting Heritage | A Century of Gridiron Glory & More | NE Stories | NE Public Media
- Runtime
- 6:36
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Before farming became mechanized, picking corn by hand and pitching ears into a horse-drawn wagon was how harvesting was done. In the late 19th century, local contests were held to determine the best corn picker in the community. By the 1930s, hand corn husking became the fastest-growing sport in America, drawing over 100,000 spectators at national contests. Nebraska is one of nine states still hosting competitions. Join us in the field to follow competitors at the Nebraska State Hand Cornhusking Contest held at the Stuhr Museum.
- Title
- A Moment of Zen - Chocolate
- Runtime
- 0:34
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- A behind-the-scenes look at the yummy chocolates made right here in Nebraska.
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