I Am Home podcast

Gehrig Dieter is a former NFL wide receiver and Super Bowl champion with the Kansas City Chiefs. He played college football for Alabama, Bowling Green State, and Southern Methodist University. In high school, Gehrig set numerous Indiana state records including 437 yards in a single game, and was named Sports Illustrated Player of the Week for that. He is married to Meg and they have two beautiful daughters and three French Bulldogs. In this episode… Transitioning from professional football can be tough for some players. However, with some foresight, there are things a player can do to prepare for their new phase of life. When Gehrig Dieter retired from professional football, he was ready to take on a new sport and focus on a future in his new home. His love for animals and parenting has also kept him busy. Now, Gehrig joins us to talk about what else he has been up to. In this episode of the I Am Home podcast, co-hosts Tyler Wisecup, Hilary Woltemath, and Becca Sudbeck interview Gehrig Dieter, a former NFL wide receiver and Super Bowl champion with the Kansas City Chiefs, about being a football player and his tips for parenting. Gehrig also talks about his childhood memories, his love for dogs, and his transition to pickleball after retiring from professional football.

Keith Waldrum and Oscar Roselius are members of Nebraska Furniture Mart's visual merchandising team. Keith has been working with NFM for nearly eight years, since the opening of the Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas store. Oscar is one of the newer members of the team. They are incredibly talented and highly creative merchandisers, and both come to NFM with many years of experience in the creative field. In this episode… As a homeowner, there are things you can do to design the home of your dreams. Your hobbies, interests, Pinterest, and magazines can inspire creativity to build a personal space that is a reflection of you. The visual display team at Nebraska Furniture Mart spends a great deal of time coming up with creative ideas for designing homes. These creative spotlight displays are not only meant to showcase the company's products but also to help customers think of creative ideas to style their own homes. In this episode of the I Am Home podcast, co-hosts Tyler Wisecup, Hilary Woltemath, and Becca Sudbeck are joined by Keith Waldrum and Oscar Roselius from NFM's visual merchandising team. Keith and Oscar share their experience working on the recent Pride Month creative spotlight, how customers can use creative spotlights to design their homes, and hints of their future design projects.

In this episode… If you are going to college, what can you do to make campus life more comfortable? What items can you invest in to improve sleep, create a dedicated study spot, or decorate your small space? Life on campus should be as comfortable as your home. Whether you are a parent or student, there are a couple of things you can do to improve campus living, including investing in a more comfortable mattress, getting better quality bed sheets, or installing blackout curtains. How else can you make the college transition a breeze? In this episode of the I Am Home podcast, co-hosts Tyler Wisecup, Becca Sudbeck, Hilary Woltemath, and Amy Myers sit down to share back-to-campus tips for college students and empty nesters. They discuss ideas for designing small spaces, explain how to solve college sleeping problems, and talk about common food challenges new college students face. Stay tuned. Links… I Am Home | Podcast on Furniture and Family | NFM Outdoor | Nebraska Furniture Mart (nfm.com) About the hosts… Amy Myers is the Chief Marketing Officer at Nebraska Furniture Mart. She is responsible for creating and executing the overall strategy of NFM's Marketing Department to achieve alignment and consistency across all marketing channels and elevate the customer experience. Amy joined Nebraska Furniture Mart in 2019. She holds a bachelor's degree in business from the Kelley School of Business at Indiana University and a master's degree in economics from Indiana University. Tyler Wisecup is a Brand Manager at Nebraska Furniture Mart. He has more than 10 years of experience in planning, managing, and coordinating public relations, internal marketing, copywriting, communications, and executive account activities. He holds a bachelor's degree in journalism with a focus in public relations and advertising from the University of Nebraska, Omaha. Hilary Woltemath is the Visual Display General Manager at Nebraska Furniture Mart. She joined NFM as a Visual Merchandiser before moving up the ranks to her current position. She holds a bachelor's degree in business administration and marketing from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln with a minor in textiles, clothing, and design. Becca Sudbeck is the Brand and Creative General Manager at Nebraska Furniture Mart. She has been part of the NFM family since 2001 and has a long history rooted in the home furnishings industry. She holds a bachelor's degree in business administration from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

In this episode… An exceptional backyard patio can offer a great opportunity to spend time outdoors and enjoy the warm weather. It can also make it easy to host and entertain family and friends. So what can you do to create a cozy and relaxing patio space? In this episode of the I Am Home podcast, co-hosts Tyler Wisecup, Becca Sudbeck, Hilary Woltemath, and Renee Quevedo sit down to discuss tips for creating the perfect patio space. They talk about picking patio lighting, using planters to add color to the space, and the importance of considering the outdoors when shopping for a new home. Links… I Am Home | Podcast on Furniture and Family | NFM Outdoor | Nebraska Furniture Mart (nfm.com) About the hosts… Renee Quevedo is a Brand Strategist at Nebraska Furniture Mart. Before joining NFM, Renee was a Creative Brand Manager at Four Sisters Boutique and an Associate Creative at Archrival. She holds a bachelor's degree in public relations, advertising, and applied communication from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Tyler Wisecup is a Brand Manager at Nebraska Furniture Mart. He has more than 10 years of experience in planning, managing, and coordinating public relations, internal marketing, copywriting, communications, and executive account activities. He holds a bachelor's degree in journalism with a focus in public relations and advertising from the University of Nebraska, Omaha. Hilary Woltemath is the Visual Display General Manager at Nebraska Furniture Mart. She joined NFM as a Visual Merchandiser before moving up the ranks to her current position. She holds a bachelor's degree in business administration and marketing from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln with a minor in textiles, clothing, and design. Becca Sudbeck is the Brand and Creative General Manager at Nebraska Furniture Mart. She has been part of the NFM family since 2001 and has a long history rooted in the home furnishings industry. She holds a bachelor's degree in business administration from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

Summer Kath is the Executive Vice President of Design at Cambria, industry-leading producer of quartz surfaces. She has been with Cambria for over 20 years and is the creative force behind all their new design launches. She is responsible for translating consumers' existing and unmet needs into product development, combining her trend-spotting, keen eye with the art and science behind quartz. Summer is also a mother of five kids. In this episode… No matter what industry you're in, you're going to face challenges. But your success relies on facing those challenges, having the courage to make mistakes, and learning from failures. With changes in technology and the marketing landscape, the team at Cambria has been forced to change how it manufactures and markets its products. This ability to pivot helps them stay on top of industry trends, refine their processes, and become more competitive. In this episode of the I Am Home podcast, co-hosts Tyler Wisecup, Becca Sudbeck, and Hilary Woltemath interview Summer Kath, the Executive Vice President of Design at Cambria, about investing in countertops. Summer also talks about the most important things homeowners need to know about selecting countertops, how Cambria's product launches have evolved over the years, and how to make sustainability part of a company's mission. Resources Mentioned in this episode Nebraska Furniture Mart Cambria Cambria's Bookmatching "Three Great Ways To Celebrate Father's Day"

Renee Quevedo is a Brand Strategist at Nebraska Furniture Mart. Before joining NFM, Renee was a Creative Brand Manager at Four Sisters Boutique and an Associate Creative at Archrival. She holds a bachelor's degree in public relations, advertising, and applied communication from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Tyler Wisecup is a Brand Manager at Nebraska Furniture Mart. He has more than 10 years of experience in planning, managing, and coordinating public relations, internal marketing, copywriting, communications, and executive account activities. He holds a bachelor's degree in journalism with a focus in public relations and advertising from the University of Nebraska, Omaha. Becca Sudbeck is the Brand and Creative General Manager at Nebraska Furniture Mart. She has been part of the NFM family since 2001 and has a long history rooted in the home furnishings industry. She holds a bachelor's degree in business administration from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. In this episode… What products can you use to throw a great Fourth of July party? What can you do to ensure that your friends and family enjoy the indoors or outdoors on this important day? In this episode of the I Am Home podcast, co-hosts Tyler Wisecup, Becca Sudbeck, and Renee Quevedo sit down to talk about throwing a better Fourth of July party. They share tips for enjoying the day and engage in a friendly debate on how two products can help in planning an awesome party. Stay tuned! Dynatrap insect trapper - https://www.nfm.com/dynatrap-full-acre-decora-insect-trap/52499407.html JBL PartyBox speaker - https://www.nfm.com/jbl-partybox-encore-essential-portable-party-speaker/61977153.html

Tyler Wisecup is a Brand Manager at Nebraska Furniture Mart. He has more than 10 years of experience in planning, managing, and coordinating public relations, internal marketing, copywriting, communications, and executive account activities. He holds a bachelor's degree in journalism with a focus in public relations and advertising from the University of Nebraska, Omaha. Becca Sudbeck is the Brand and Creative General Manager at Nebraska Furniture Mart. She has been part of the NFM family since 2001 and has a long history rooted in the home furnishings industry. She holds a bachelor's degree in business administration from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Renee Quevedo is a Brand Strategist at Nebraska Furniture Mart. Before joining NFM, Renee was a Creative Brand Manager at Four Sisters Boutique and an Associate Creative at Archrival. She holds a bachelor's degree in public relations, advertising, and applied communication from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. In this episode… For many, Dad is often the hardest family member to impress and celebrate. How many greeting cards, neckties, and golf clubs does a man need? It doesn't take a creative genius to make this day special. With just a little time, thought, and effort, it's easy to make this Father's Day a memorable one for your old man. In this episode of the I am Home podcast, co-hosts Tyler Wisecup, Becca Sudbeck, and Renee Quevedo discuss the greatest ways to celebrate dear old dad. Forget the usual gift card and necktie and impress him with thoughtful ideas. They bring three great themes and many gift ideas to use individually or all together to make your dad feel extra loved and celebrated on his day. With Father's Day just a few days away, this episode the NFM team talks the three greatest ways to celebrate dad. National Retail Federation - https://nrf.com/media-center/press-releases/fathers-day-spending-hit-201-billion-according-nrf Go Vintage MyHeritage/Deep-Nostalgia - https://www.myheritage.com/deep-nostalgia Record Players - https://www.nfm.com/cd-players-and-turntables Arcade Games - https://www.nfm.com/arcade-games Home Cookoff Waffles - https://www.nfm.com/waffle-makers Smoothies / Juice - https://www.nfm.com/blenders-and-juicers Fancy Coffee - https://www.nfm.com/coffee-makers Grilling - https://www.nfm.com/grilling Frozen Desert - https://www.nfm.com/frozen-dessert-makers Baked Peanut Butter Pie - https://www.traeger.com/recipes/haas-peanut-butter-pie Chill Outside Disc Golf Course search - https://www.pdga.com/course-directory/advanced Patio furniture - https://www.nfm.com/patio-furniture Outdoor Electronics - https://www.nfm.com/outdoor-electronics Pools - https://www.nfm.com/outdoor-activities

Tyler Wisecup is a Brand Manager at Nebraska Furniture Mart. He has more than 10 years of experience in planning, managing, and coordinating public relations, internal marketing, copywriting, communications, and executive account activities. He holds a bachelor's degree in journalism with a focus in public relations and advertising from the University of Nebraska, Omaha. Becca Sudbeck is the Brand and Creative General Manager at Nebraska Furniture Mart. She has been part of the NFM family since 2001 and has a long history rooted in the home furnishings industry. She holds a bachelor's degree in business administration from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Renee Quevedo is a Brand Strategist at Nebraska Furniture Mart. Before joining NFM, Renee was a Creative Brand Manager at Four Sisters Boutique and an Associate Creative at Archrival. She holds a bachelor's degree in public relations, advertising, and applied communication from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. In this episode… Do you have a reliable security system for your home? Do you worry about taking a long vacation and leaving your home unattended? What can you do to make your home more secure? Whether you are a homeowner or renter, living in a safe and comfortable house is important. Statistics show that less than 20% of homes in the US have a security system in place and that homes without security systems are 300% more likely to be broken into. However, since such systems have become more accessible and affordable, you have many reasons to invest in them to protect not only your property but also your family's peace of mind. Tyler Wisecup, Becca Sudbeck, and Renee Quevedo, co-hosts of the I Am Home podcast, sit down to discuss investing in home security systems. They talk about the most common security threats homeowners face, the frequencies of burglaries, and the key questions to think about when looking for a security system. Stay tuned.

Tyler Wisecup is a Brand Manager at Nebraska Furniture Mart. He has more than 10 years of experience in planning, managing, and coordinating public relations, internal marketing, copywriting, communications, and executive account activities. He holds a bachelor's degree in journalism with a focus in public relations and advertising from the University of Nebraska, Omaha. Becca Sudbeck is the Brand and Creative General Manager at Nebraska Furniture Mart. She has been part of the NFM family since 2001 and has a long history rooted in the home furnishings industry. She holds a bachelor's degree in business administration from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Renee Quevedo is a Brand Strategist at Nebraska Furniture Mart. Before joining NFM, Renee was a Creative Brand Manager at Four Sisters Boutique and an Associate Creative at Archrival. She holds a bachelor's degree in public relations, advertising, and applied communication from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. In this episode… The warm weather presents a great opportunity for families to spend time outdoors and have fun. From the start of the day to sunset, there are many activities families can take advantage of to bond, learn, and make good use of the day. The long summer break is also a great time for kids to enjoy backyard summer camps at home. Parents can come up with clever and creative activities to engage the whole family and bring the magic of summer camp right into their backyards, which can transform the home into great hubs for adventure. In this episode of the I Am Home podcast, co-hosts Tyler Wisecup, Becca Sudbeck, and Renee Quevedo sit down to share tips and DIY ideas for backyard summer camps. They discuss different crafts and activities kids can take part in to have fun at home, share resources for finding creative ideas, and talk about their favorite childhood camping memories. Stay tuned!

Renee Quevedo is a Brand Strategist at Nebraska Furniture Mart. Before joining NFM, Renee was a Creative Brand Manager at Four Sisters Boutique and an Associate Creative at Archrival. She holds a bachelor's degree in public relations, advertising, and applied communication from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Tyler Wisecup is a Brand Manager at Nebraska Furniture Mart. He has more than 10 years of experience in planning, managing, and coordinating public relations, internal marketing, copywriting, communications, and executive account activities. He holds a bachelor's degree in journalism with a focus in public relations and advertising from the University of Nebraska, Omaha. Hilary Woltemath is the Visual Display General Manager at Nebraska Furniture Mart. She joined NFM as a Visual Merchandiser before moving up the ranks to her current position. She holds a bachelor's degree in business administration and marketing from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln with a minor in textiles, clothing, and design. Becca Sudbeck is the Brand and Creative General Manager at Nebraska Furniture Mart. She has been part of the NFM family since 2001 and has a long history rooted in the home furnishings industry. She holds a bachelor's degree in business administration from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. In this episode… As the seasons change, homeowners have to control or manage the temperatures in their houses. One of the best ways to do so is using thermostats. Before tinkering with your thermostat, you need to know the basic maintenance steps to save on energy costs and generate optimum performance. Although there are different types of thermostats in the market, there are some basic maintenance steps that can help lower your energy bill, no matter what thermostat brand you have. In this episode of the I Am Home podcast, co-hosts Tyler Wisecup, Becca Sudbeck, and Hilary Woltemath are joined by Renee Quevedo, NFM's Brand Strategist, to discuss what it means to be in command of your thermostat. They share tips for maintaining thermostats, talk about ideal energy-saving settings, and discuss the main functions of thermostats. Stay tuned.