The Nebraska Way: Recent Episodes
Governor Pete Ricketts
The Nebraska Way is a podcast hosted by Nebraska Governor Pete Ricketts. From craft brewers to lawmakers to sports coaches, The Nebraska Way podcast gives listeners the opportunity to hear from the people who are moving our state forward about the issues that matter most to Nebraskans.
Trev Alberts joined Governor Ricketts to discuss his experience playing college football, his tenure at the University of Nebraska-Omaha, and the current status of Husker athletics at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.
A veteran administrator and College Football Hall of Famer, Alberts returned to lead the athletic program of his alma mater in July 2021. As a student, Alberts was an All-American on and off the field, winning Nebraska’s first Butkus Award in 1993. That same year, he was first team All-American in all publications, Big Eight male athlete of the year, Big Eight Defensive Player of the Year, and the Football News National Defensive Player of the year. At the 1994 Red-White Spring Game, his No. 34 jersey was retired, and in 2015 he was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame. Alberts was the fifth pick in the 1994 NFL Draft by the Indianapolis Colts, where he played until he retired in 1996. Following his NFL career, he served as an analyst for both college and pro football on several major national sports networks.
Prior to his current role, Alberts spent 12 years as Athletic Director at the University of Nebraska-Omaha. There, he guided the program through a successful transition to the Division I level. Alberts and his wife, Angie, have three children: Chase, Ashtynne, and Breanna.
Jane Miller joined Governor Ricketts to discuss her community involvement, time at Gallup, and her upbringing in Lincoln.
Jane is a Nebraska native, growing up and living in Lincoln and Omaha. She graduated from the University of Nebraska Lincoln in 1984 and began working at Gallup. As President and COO of Gallup she ensured all systems, resources, and people were in place and aligned to achieve the company’s goals. Outside of her business career, she has been an active community leader serving as a board trustee for the Peter Kiewit Foundation and on the board of directors for Omaha Zoological Society, the TeamMates Mentoring Program, Nebraska Medicine, and the University of Nebraska Foundation.
Clayton Anderson joined Governor Ricketts to discuss his new role as President and CEO of the Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum, the future of the museum, and innovations in the aerospace industry.
Secretary Pompeo joined Governor Ricketts to discuss his experience in the Trump administration, how to deal with the People's Republic of China, and his opinion on the Russian Federation's invasion of Ukraine.
Congressman Don Bacon joined Governor Pete Ricketts today to discuss his upbringing, decorated Air Force career, and his opinions on our international relations.
Sergeant Tony Conner, president of the Omaha Police Officers Association, joined Governor Pete Ricketts on Episode 36 of The Nebraska Way to discuss his upbringing, motivation for joining the Omaha Police Department, and experiences he has had on the job
Norm Krug, CEO of Preferred Popcorn, joined Governor Pete Ricketts on Episode 35 of The Nebraska Way to discuss his passion for agriculture, his experiences with overseas markets, and his overcoming of struggles during the COVID-19 Pandemic.
Jeff Noordhoek, Nelnet’s Chief Executive Officer, joins Gov. Ricketts on the 34th episode of The Nebraska Way to discuss his love of hunting, support for Second Amendment freedoms, and his work as an ambassador for the State of Nebraska’s Good Life Is Calling campaign to recruit families and businesses to Nebraska.
Kristen Waggoner, General Counsel for Alliance Defending Freedom, joins Gov. Ricketts on the 33rd episode of The Nebraska Way to discuss her calling to protect First Amendment freedoms, her legal work to uphold religious freedom, and pivotal cases pending in the U.S. Supreme Court.
Ryan Anderson joins Governor Ricketts for episode 32 of The Nebraska Way to discuss his work as the president of the Ethics and Public Policy Center, the current state of religious liberty, and the ongoing fight against extreme gender ideology.
Bishop Robert E. Barron joins Governor Ricketts for episode 31 of The Nebraska Way to discuss his vocation to the priesthood, his success with Word on Fire a global media ministry, and the role of faith in politics. Thank you to Heidi Merrill for the use of “Cornhusker Strong” as the intro song for “The Nebraska Way.”
President of the Nebraska Farm Bureau Mark McHargue joins Governor Ricketts for episode 30 of the Nebraska Way to discuss his background in farming and livestock production, the importance of agriculture to Nebraska, and today’s fight to keep agriculture strong and growing here in the Good Life.
Thank you to Heidi Merrill for the use of “Cornhusker Strong” as the intro song for “The Nebraska Way.
Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds joins Governor Ricketts for episode 29 of the Nebraska Way to discuss her career in public service, her priorities as governor of Iowa, and today’s fight against the Biden Administration’s far-left agenda. Thank you to Heidi Merrill for the use of “Cornhusker Strong" as the intro song for “The Nebraska Way.”
Ambassador Andrew Bremberg of the Victims of Communism Memorial Foundation joins Governor Ricketts for episode 28 of the Nebraska Way to discuss his career in policy-making, representing the United States at the United Nations, and today’s fight against communism and authoritarianism.
Thank you to Heidi Merrill for the use of "Cornhusker Strong" as the intro song for "The Nebraska Way.”
Corey DeAngelis of American Federation for Children joins Governor Ricketts for episode 27 of the Nebraska Way to discuss expanding school choice and the importance of funding students instead of systems.
Thank you to Heidi Merrill for the use of "Cornhusker Strong" as the intro song for "The Nebraska Way."
Margaret Byfield of American Stewards of Liberty joins Governor Ricketts for episode 26 of the Nebraska Way to discuss private property rights and what people can do to push back on President Biden’s radical 30 x 30 plan.
Thank you to Heidi Merrill for the use of "Cornhusker Strong" as the intro song for "The Nebraska Way."
Dr. Gregory Brown joins Governor Ricketts for episode 25 of the Nebraska Way to discuss K-12 health education, fairness in women's sports, and other key issues in education and science. Thank you to Heidi Merrill for the use of "Cornhusker Strong" as the intro song for "The Nebraska Way."
University of Nebraska Cornhusker Football Coach Scott Frost joins Governor Ricketts for episode 24 of the Nebraska Way to discuss his work in building a team culture and other big opportunities on the horizon for Husker nation.
Thank you to Heidi Merrill for the use of "Cornhusker Strong" as the intro song for "The Nebraska Way."
Manhattan Institute Senior Fellow Christopher Rufo joins Governor Ricketts for episode 23 of the Nebraska Way to discuss the genesis of critical race theory and how it’s being applied in corporate America and higher education.
Thank you to Heidi Merrill for the use of "Cornhusker Strong" as the intro song for "The Nebraska Way."
Stanford University Professor of Medicine Dr. Jay Bhattacharya joins Governor Ricketts for episode 22 of the Nebraska Way to discuss COVID-19, public health, and the failures of lockdowns.
Thank you to Heidi Merrill for the use of "Cornhusker Strong" as the intro song for "The Nebraska Way."
Former Hong Kong legislator Nathan Law joins Governor Ricketts for episode 21 of The Nebraska Way to discuss his activism, the future of Hong Kong, and the 100th anniversary of the Chinese Communist Party.
Thank you to Heidi Merrill for the use of "Cornhusker Strong" as the intro song for "The Nebraska Way."