On today’s episode of I AM HOME, our hosts Tyler, Hilary and Becca are joined by Ryan Davenport, an NFM buyer in Electronics Inventory Flow. This month we’re talking all things hot, and today’s sizzling summer episode covers the evolution of coolers. From simple insulated boxes to high-performance products, coolers have revolutionized outdoor adven…

When people come to Hollywood with dreams of making it big, they often encounter perplexing behaviors and responses. Many of these can be traced back to Hollywood's turbulent history and the monumental mistakes made by Studios, Directors, and Producers. These blunders have not only ended careers and destroyed studios but have also resulted in finan…

On today’s episode of I AM HOME, our hosts Tyler and Hilary take to the road and join us from Midwest Fest at LEVELUP ARENA in Kansas City. Our hosts give us a glimpse into the electrifying world of gaming and esports. Join us for exclusive interviews with content creators and gamers: Adrian Armour and Jaelaray. Both share their unique experiences,…

On today’s episode of I AM HOME, our hosts Tyler, Hilary, and Becca are joined by Ivy Hofstetter, a Division Merchandising Manager at NFM. This month we’re talking all things hot, and today’s sizzling summer episode covers small appliances and kitchen gadgets that are making a big splash this season. From pizza ovens and air fryers to ice cream mak…

On today’s episode of I AM HOME, our hosts Tyler, Hilary, and Becca are joined by Amy Gottula, a Senior Buyer at NFM. This month we’re talking all things hot, and today’s episode brings on a heated debate focusing on trends. Our hosts call out everything from all white kitchens and gallery walls to peel-and-stick DIY home projects. Whatever camp yo…

Send us a Text Message. Taking the Closing Time Podcast on the road! The Great Lakes NFM marketing team sat down with Loan Originator Dave Summers and Realtor Berry Aldridge to discuss all things Savanah, Georgia. Berry also works as the recruiter for the Savannah Bananas, a viral professional baseball exhibition team taking the world by storm. Lis…

On today’s episode of I AM HOME, our hosts Tyler, Hilary, and Becca are joined by Steve Coe, an outdoor BBQ specialist from Weber Grills. All this month, we’re debunking home and design myths; today’s focus is on grilling. Whether you're a seasoned pitmaster or a backyard beginner, this is one episode you don't want to miss! Our hosts dive deep int…

In today's workshop, we're going to be talking about cultivating a robust attitude so you can thrive in the media business. And specifically, I'm going to review some practical advice on surviving and thriving in what is an incredibly competitive industry. I think most people that work in the entertainment industry, at one point or another, find th…

On today’s episode of I AM HOME, our hosts Tyler, Hilary and Becca debunk home and design myths, focusing on dopamine decorating. Wondering what that is and how it works? Our team breakdowns the newest interior trend that showcases bold colors and prints, interesting textures and playing with décor that sparks joy and nostalgia. Join us for this in…

As creatives, we invest time, effort, ideas, intellectual property, and our reputation in the projects we do. A project that goes well becomes a stepping stone to other great projects. Failed projects, or projects we fail on, are thus damaging from many perspectives. Our work is more or less collaborative, based on our desire or willingness to coll…

On today’s episode of I AM HOME, our hosts Tyler, Hilary and Becca are joined by Ann Woodford, Jennifer Bryan and Derek Paben, NFM employees who are also parents. All this month we’re debunking home and design myths; today’s focus is on parenting. You’ve heard it all – those good and bad myths about being a parent. So, which ones do you brush off a…

Writers, actors, filmmakers, artists, designers, and other creatives are taught young that choosing to be a creative professional is risky business. It doesn't have to be. In this workshop you'll learn: Why earning a living as a creative looks like luck or magic from the outside. Why it is not the tight-rope walk you've been told it is since you we…

Only people have money to buy things. Whether it’s an independent producer with funds to purchase your screenplay, an investor with money to put into your film, a studio exec shopping for a book or podcast to license, or a director looking to hire an actor . . . only humans ever pull the trigger on purchasing things. That means you need a business …

This interview is designed to review good business practices that can help you side step a lot of legal hassles. Justin Sterling is founder of The Sterling Firm, a full-service civil litigation and transactional law firm devoted to Business Law, Entertainment Law, and Personal Injury cases. The Sterling Firm is dedicated to helping clients obtain m…

This is the perfect podcast to listen to if you want to produced one or more projects with a friend or family member. It provides very specific advice and step-by-step guidance that will help you avoid specific risks and stumbling blocks in forming businesses that incorporate on these relationships. Over time most of us working in the entertainment…

On today’s episode of I AM HOME, our hosts Tyler, Hilary and Becca are joined by Will Duncan and Russell Weaver, from NFM’s Electronics. All this month we’re debunking home and design myths; today’s focus is on smart home electronics. If you’ve been wanting to manage your thermostat, upgrade your security systems, even connect your sprinklers all f…

Send us a Text Message. Recently, Influencer Jordan Nutter was in town to discuss building your brand on social media. After our hit event, she sat down with Closing Time to delve deeper into the topic. Join hosts Kelli Sa and Kyle McCort as they learn from these two industry expertsBy NFM Lending - Great Lakes Division

On today’s episode of I AM HOME, our hosts Tyler, Hilary and Becca are joined by Will Duncan, from NFM’s Electronics Pro Services. All this month we’re talking about investing in your home; today’s focus is on outdoor entertainment. If you’re wanting to make your home the go-to hangout spot this summer, now’s the perfect time to consider enhancing …

On today’s episode of I AM HOME, our hosts Tyler, Hilary and Becca are joined by Sara Young & Kym Nastase, from NFM’s Kitchen and Bath department. All this month we’re talking about investing in your home; today’s focus is on bathroom remodels which can be an overwhelming and daunting project. But in this episode, our hosts breakdown how to create …

On today’s episode of I AM HOME we’re celebrating the Berkshire Hathaway Annual Shareholders Meeting! Our hosts, Tyler, Becca, and Hilary are joined by NFM’s Community and Public Relations Manager, Andy Shefsky to do some impromptu interviews with Berkshire Stockholders! Omaha is buzzing with Berkshire Fans from all over the world, with different b…

On today’s episode of I AM HOME, our hosts Tyler, Hilary and Becca are joined by Janet Lura, a long-time NFMer who specializes in patio buying for the store. All this month we’re talking about investing in your home; today’s focus is on everything outdoors. If the warmer weather is motivating you to spruce up your outdoor living spaces, this episod…

On today’s replay episode of I AM HOME, we’re celebrating the kickoff of Berkshire Hathaway’s Annual Shareholders Meeting! Our hosts are joined by Amy Myers, Chief Marketing Officer at NFM, for an in-depth interview with Todd Combs. Todd is multi-billion-dollar investment manager with Berkshire Hathaway and is also the President and CEO of GEICO. T…

On today’s episode of I AM HOME, our hosts Tyler and Becca are joined by Will Chapman, who is a member of NFM’s category analyst team. All this month we’re talking about investing in your home; today’s focus is on indoor recreation. From air hockey to darts, we’re diving into ways you and your friends and family can have fun at home. Will shares so…

On today’s replay episode of I AM HOME and in excitement for the upcoming Berkshire Hathaway Annual Shareholders Meeting, our hosts are joined by Amy Myers, NFM’s Chief Marketing Officer, to interview Ted Weschler. Ted is one of Berkshire Hathaway’s top investment managers and has been with the company since 2011, but Ted has been in the finance in…

On today’s episode of I AM HOME, our hosts Tyler and Becca are joined by Holli Wrieth and Kathy Cowles. Both are NFM team members with years of experience in gardening and landscaping. All this month we’re talking about investing in your home; today’s focus is on landscaping and how investing in your home’s curb appeal can be easy and affordable. J…

Send us a Text Message. Join us as we discuss Kyle and Brians military career, how they help veteran home buyers, the difficult transition to civilian life and much more.By NFM Lending - Great Lakes Division

On today’s episode of I AM HOME, our hosts Tyler, Becca and Hilary are joined by Papillion, NE native Cade Johnson, a professional wide receiver currently in free agency. Join us for this entertaining and insightful conversation where Cade shares childhood memories, what it’s like putting in work to play in the NFL, as well as the ups and downs he’…

Digital modes, like P25, NXDN, DMR and others will use FDMA, TDMA, or both allow multiple transmissions to share a single frequency at the same time. FDMA or Frequency Division Multiple Access divides a current carrier frequency into multiple parts, allowing for multiple users to operate on the same time on the same frequency. TDMA or Time Division…

On today’s episode of I AM HOME, our hosts Tyler, Becca and Hilary continue this month’s series on sustainability. They’re joined by Ryan Davenport, an NFM buyer in Electronics Inventory Flow, who shares more on the nationwide demand for environmentally friendly power tools. Join us for this educational conversation breaking down how to reduce your…

Do you program your scanner with FM or FM Narrowband? 🤔 Find out why the right choice matters in our latest Scanner Radio University episode. ==================================== 🛒 Check out our new Merch! ==================================== Squelchy opened his own store selling Scanner School merchandise! Show your love for the Scanner Radio Hobb…

On today’s episode of I AM HOME, our hosts Tyler, Becca and Hilary continue this month’s series on sustainability. If energy efficiency is something that’s important to you, and you’re in the market for new appliances, the hosts breakdown companies making sustainability part of their core brand and business practices. Join us for this informative c…

Imagine knowing that your scanner radio has a full signal, but you can't hear anything. Maybe you're listening to a p25 trunk system, but you can't listen to any of the activity. You can see your scanner is trying to go to a voice channel. It's trying to work. But you hear nothing. How frustrating does this sound? For many, this is a common occurre…

On today’s episode of I AM HOME, our hosts Tyler, Becca and Hilary are joined by Scott Evans, Horticulture Program Coordinator for UNL – Douglas-Sarpy County Extension. All this month we’re talking about sustainability; today’s focus is on gardening and how it plays a role in our community’s sustainable future. Evans shares how you can create a fri…

Every month I answer your questions on the podcast. If you have a question you would like me to answer, please leave me a voicemail at 516-308-2885 or by visiting www.scannerschool.com/ask This month, we are pulling questions that were asked via Facebook Messenger. ▶︎ How do I log P25 Radio IDs? ▶︎ Where can I find a manual for a Uniden BC950XLT? ▶…

Send us a Text Message. In this episode we sit down with Andy and Lesley Beigel to discuss their recent hike up Kilimanjaro and how they continue to reach new peaks in the business world as a powerhouse couple.By NFM Lending - Great Lakes Division

On today’s episode of I AM HOME, our hosts Renee, Becca and Hilary are joined by Bethany Bratches and Chelsea Heppner, two of NFM’s Interior designers in Omaha’s Design Gallery. Closing out our home improvement series, we discuss window treatments - everything from blinds, shutters, curtains and more! If you’re wanting to refresh your windows, our …

The Nextel Conundrum: Originally established as a convenient communication solution for small businesses, Nextel swiftly expanded its services to include cellular telephony. However, the positioning of Nextel within the RF spectrum, sandwiched besides public safety frequencies, combined with its network built for capacity, led to unprecedented chal…

On today’s bonus episode of I AM HOME, our hosts Tyler, Becca and Hilary are joined by Candi Jones, Executive Director of Girls Inc. As we celebrate Women’s History Month, we’re highlighting the incredible work being done at Girls Inc. where young girls are prepared for the world. The hosts learn more about volunteer mentoring, the organization’s f…

On today’s episode of I AM HOME, our hosts Renee, Becca and Hilary are joined by Bethany Bratches and Chelsea Heppner, two of NFM’s Interior designers in Omaha’s Design Gallery. Continuing with our home improvement series, we discuss how wallpaper is a canvas for creativity in every room! Whether you’re looking for minimal or texture, big and bold …

Once upon a time, we only had analog trunked radio systems. These systems all had analog voice talk groups. These systems included Motorola Type I, Motorola Type IIi, Motorola Type II, EDACS, and LTR systems. Today, we are living in a digital trunked environment, where there are no analog voice channels. All voice is done using a form of digital mo…

On today’s bonus episode of I AM HOME, we celebrate Women’s History Month! Join us for this thoughtful and insightful discussion with a panel of NFM’s esteemed leaders. Amy Myers, Chief Marketing Officer, hosts this conversation on leadership, navigating workplaces and celebrating the accomplishments of women. Included in this panel are Nastasia Wi…

On today’s episode of I AM HOME, our hosts Tyler, Renee, Becca and Hilary breakdown the history and tradition of Spring Cleaning. If you’re ready to declutter, join us for this helpful conversation on the importance of a clean space, the mental health benefits, as well as the tools and techniques to achieve the deep cleaned, comfortable home you’ve…

There are two distinct flavors of trunked radio systems that we need to be aware of when programming our scanners. There are systems that require that every frequency for each site be programmed into their pre-determined channel number, and those that do not. Systems that require every frequency be programmed into our scanners in their designated s…

On today’s episode of I AM HOME, our hosts Tyler, Renee, Becca and Hilary are joined by Dave Chambers, NFM’s Director of Flooring. If you’re exploring the idea of updating and finding new flooring, this episode is for you! Refreshing your floors is a home improvement project, and with that in mind our hosts share the research you need to do ahead o…

Every month I answer your questions on the podcast. If you have a question you would like me to answer, please leave me a voicemail at 516-308-2885 or by visiting www.scannerschool.com/ask Don't forget to join us on YouTube on the first Tuesday of every month for our live Q&A session. Click here to Subscribe! Questions answered on this week's podca…

Send us a Text Message. Welcome to Closing Time, the podcast where we delve into the world of mortgages and real estate. Join us as we sit down with industry professionals, each offering unique perspectives and specialized knowledge. In this episode we dive into the world of home staging with the dynamic duo behind Live Beyond Blonde, Amber and Ash…

On today’s episode of I AM HOME, our hosts Tyler, Renee, Becca and Hilary are joined by Nora Gomez, Chief Merchandising Officer for NFM. The hosts learn about NFM’s newest in-house and exclusive to NFM collection, 37B, that has hand-picked furniture and unique accents encouraging you to discover a style that’s all your own. Join us for this fun and…

Did you know that trunked radio systems are just like an orchestra? There are several parts in each that work in harmony. In our latest podcast, we compare the two to make it easier for you to understand exactly how a trunked system works. We also dive into why trunked systems are an excellent way of utilizing the limited radio frequency resources.…

On today’s episode of I AM HOME, our hosts Tyler, Renee, Becca and Hilary breakdown NFM’s most popular pins on Pinterest. Whether it’s form, function or style you’re saving to your Pinterest board, you’re sure to learn more about the latest trends. Join us for this fun and informative conversation where our hosts share their favorite finds and some…

Conventional is the "OG" when it comes to scanning. Every scanner radio that has ever been sold can receive conventional (analog) signals. This week's session of Scanner Radio University will break down several modes of conventional transmissions you can receive with your scanner radio. 🎬 Watch this podcast on YouTube: https://www.scannerschool.com…