Building In A Small Town

Welcome to Building in a Small Town where we’re talking to entrepreneurs, community leaders, policy makers and more to find out how they’re building things in small towns. In each episode, we'll dive into the stories and experiences of everyday people who are shaping the future of small towns. From building businesses that defy expectations to building communities that stand the test of time, I am super excited to explore the challenges & opportunities that small-town life can bring. Follow along as we explore the crazy stories of those who are proving that yo

Building In A Small Town is a society podcast hosted by Shelby, with 35 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Shelby hosts Building In A Small Town, a society show with 35 episodes published.

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  Episode #34

  Episode 34: From Shabby Chic Barn Sales to Brick & Mortar - Brenda & Neal Schwager

  Jan 13, 20251h 15mS0

  <p> </p> <p>Hi Friends! Welcome back to Building in a Small Town. My guests today are Brenda & Neal Schwager of JB Knacker/Gin & Tarnish on Main Street in Jewell. Brenda is an O.G. in the junkin and repurposing industry. You’ll hear all about how the business was born out of necessity and has morphed to fit their lives over the years. She is FULL of knowledge & experience. I really enjoyed this episode, and I know you will too.</p> <p>A quick note to say, the audio quality of this episode isn’t up to my usual stan...

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  Episode #33

  Episode 33: The Milford Schoolhouse - Mollie & Josh Boersma

  Oct 28, 20241h 20mS0

  <p><br /></p> <p>Hi Friends! Welcome back to Building in a Small Town. My guests today are Mollie & Josh Boersma. They are the owners of The Milford Schoolhouse on the outskirts of Ames. In this episode, you’ll find out who started their first business when they were 10 years old, what it was like to walk away from the schoolhouse 3 times, and what their plans are for 27,000 square feet of one-of-a-kind space. I really enjoyed this conversation, and I know you will too.</p> <p>Before we get into the episode, I just wanted to take a moment to sa...

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  Episode #32

  Episode 32: From 'Just fine' to Living the Dream & the Local Movement- Hanna Nuss

  Sep 30, 20241h 37mS0

  <p> </p> <p>Hi Friends! Welcome back to Building in a Small Town. My guest today is Hanna Nuss of Denver, Iowa. Hanna is the founder of Local - which I would call a movement more so than just a business. She is a dedicated author, speaker, and social entrepreneur. Starting her journey with a personal journal podcast, she transformed her passion for storytelling into two impactful books and a mission to uplift and empower small towns. Hanna & I probably could have gone on for a few hours and I definitely see recording more episodes in our future. I really...

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  Episode #31

  Episode 31: From an independent grocery store to economic development to Empower Rural Iowa

  Sep 16, 20241h 4mS0

  <p> </p> <p>Hi Friends! Welcome back to Building in a Small Town. My guest today is Robin Bostrom. Robin is the Director of Empower Rural Iowa, a program housed within the Iowa Economic Development Authority. Robin was born & raised in Hawkeye and still resides in rural northeastern Iowa. You’ll hear about her time running a rural independent grocery store & how she started looking at data before it was cool, How she got into economic development, and details about grant programs that have just launched for Empower Rural Iowa. Stay tuned until the end of the episode to find ou...

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  Episode #30

  Episode 30: Collins Area Crime Update, We Bought 4 Acres, & The Back Yard - Shelby & Willie

  Sep 9, 202452 minS0

  <p>It's another husband and wife special! We update you on the crime situation in Collins, tell you about a recent land acquisition, and the upcoming opening for The Back Yard.</p>

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