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Everyday Extension

Everyday Extension

By: Justine Johns
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Everyday Extension brings the expertise of the Central Kansas District Extension office to your community. Hosted by Justine Johns and other extension agents, this podcast covers livestock and crop production, horticulture, 4-H youth development, family resource management, family and community wellness, and community vitality. Whether you’re a farmer, gardener, parent, or community leader, we provide practical tips, expert insights, and research-based knowledge to help you thrive in everyday life. Tune in to discover how extension services are making a difference in the lives of Kansans like you!

Justine Johns 2025 Nature & Ecology Personal Development Personal Success Science
Episodes
  • Episode #1 with Cade Rensink: “What is Extension? Understanding K-State Extension and Its Impact for Kansans”

    Episode #1 with Cade Rensink: “What is Extension? Understanding K-State Extension and Its Impact for Kansans”
    Feb 13 2025

    In the inaugural episode of the Everyday Extension Podcast, host Justine Johns and guest Cade Rensink, the district director of the Central Kansas District Office, delve into the role of K-State Research and Extension. They discuss the importance of extension services, community vitality, and the various educational programming methods available to Kansans. Cade shares his journey into extension, the structure of the organization, and how it serves as a vital resource for the community. The episode emphasizes the accessibility of extension resources and encourages community involvement.

    Chapters

    00:00 Welcome to Everyday Extension Podcast

    01:53 Understanding K-State Research and Extension

    08:24 Community Vitality and Its Importance

    12:24 The Role of Extension in Kansas

    20:07 Agents vs. Specialists in Extension

    26:15 Educational Delivery Methods in Extension

    30:23 Accessing Extension Resources

    33:53 Community Involvement with Extension

    36:47 Key Takeaways About Extension

    38:52 Closing
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    39 mins
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