The Iowa Podcast

12/04/2024

A new global trend of no-cut sustainable Christmas trees is here, and Iowans are on “cutting” edge. Host Justin Brady sits down with Josh Johnson of QsTN to learn more about this movement.

Share with your friendsA new global trend of no-cut sustainable Christmas trees is here, and Iowans are on “cutting” edge. The locally grown trees use special pots that sit in the ground, but when Christmas time arrives, they are transported to your home. When Christmas is over, the tree is retu...

11/27/2024

The town of Winterset Iowa takes Christmas seriously. Known for the bridges of Madison County, they also have a vibrant town square with vendors coordinating for the ultimate Christmas experience. Amara Huffine, CEO of the Winterset Madison County Chamber of Commerce describes their Festival of Lights, Tree Lighting, parade, and how all vendors are decorating their store fronts.

Share with your friendsThe town of Winterset Iowa takes Christmas seriously. Known for the bridges of Madison County, they also have a vibrant town square with vendors coordinating for the ultimate Christmas experience. Amara Huffine, CEO of the Winterset Chamber of Commerce describes their Festival...

11/20/2024

In this episode of The Iowa Podcast, guest host Jim Langin interviews Troy Strawhecker, an entrepreneur and community leader known for his exceptional communication skills and dedication to giving back.

Share with your friendsIn this episode of The Iowa Podcast, guest host Jim Langin interviews Troy Strawhecker, an entrepreneur and community leader known for his exceptional communication skills and dedication to giving back. Strawhecker shares insights from his career and personal life, offering li...

11/13/2024

On this episode of the Iowa Podcast, guest host Jensen Cummings dives into Iowa’s vibrant food culture with Marvin Azzopardi, a passionate entrepreneur behind EatFuti, Local Bites Food Hall, and All-City Catering. Together, they explore the dynamic Des Moines Farmers Market— America's second-largest— and discuss how it shapes the local culinary scene.

Share with your friendsThis podcast episode of the Iowa Podcast features host Jensen Cummings exploring Iowa food culture with guest Marvin Azzopardi of the EatFuti app, Local Bites Food Hall and All-City Catering.  The discussion centers around the Des Moines Farmers Market, local restaurants, and...

11/06/2024

The Grout Museum District has a special museum devoted to Iowa Veterans, the Sullivan Brothers Iowa Veterans Museum. The Waterloo museum, to date, has captured over 2300 stories from Iowa veterans to date.

Join host Justin Brady as he interviews oral historian Pat Kinney to explain how oral history project works and shares the Iowa veteran stories that stand out.

Share with your friendsThe Grout Museum district has a special museum devoted to Iowa Veterans, the Sullivan Brothers Iowa Veterans Museum. The Waterloo museum, to date, has captured over 2300 stories from Iowa veterans to date. Oral historian Pat Kinney explains how oral history project works and s...

10/31/2024

What is beggars' night, and why is it unique to Iowa?
State Historical Society of Iowa curator Leo Landis says it started to prevent violence and vandalism from dangerous 1930s youngsters!

10/31/2024

What a week! Beggars night made national news thanks to Caitlin Clark, why do we celebrate that? Also have a major Presidential election, will Iowa change colors? Has it always been red? It may seem like a weird time in Iowa, but Iowans have always been just a little... well, weird. State Historical Society Curator, Leo Landis tells us why. State Historical Society of Iowa

Share with your friendsWhat a week! Beggars night made national news thanks to Caitlin Clark, why do we celebrate that? Also have a major Presidential election, will Iowa change colors? Has it always been red? It may seem like a weird time in Iowa, but Iowans have always been just a little… well, ...

10/24/2024

Halloween is ONE WEEK away. Did you get your Slaughterhouse Tickets yet? Save $3 per ticket using our code: IOWA.
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10/23/2024

After receiving an Iowa Tourism Award, a unique haunted house in Pocahontas, Iowa is back by popular demand for year two! Parker Aden, executive director of the Pocahontas Chamber of Commerce explains why The Pocahauntus - Poky Haunted House happens at the local fire house.

Share with your friendsAfter receiving an Iowa Tourism Award, a unique haunted house in Pocahontas, Iowa is back by popular demand for year two! Parker Aden, executive director of the Pocahontas Chamber of Commerce explains why The PocaHAUNTus Haunted House happens at the local fire house. The PocaH...

10/17/2024

Is the carbon pipeline in Iowa safe? Shelby County Supervisor Steve Kenkel discussed the hazard it could pose and why Iowans feel deceived.

Share with your friendsIs the Iowa Carbon pipeline safe? The project is set to run through Iowa, but many Iowans have safety and legal concerns. They believe residents, farmers, and landowners are being misled. Steve Kenkel, Chairman of the Shelby County Board of Supervisors says pipeline leaks have...

10/09/2024

One year ago, the world watched in horror as Hamas terrorists invaded Israel slaughtering as many Jews as they could find. Jarad Bernstein of the Jewish Federation of Greater Des Moines joined us one year ago with hope the international community would fully support Israel and the Jewish people. What happened instead is tragic: the international community turned its back on Israel and the Jewish people, as did people in our own country. Our Iowa leaders have something to say about that.

Share with your friendsOne year ago, the world watched in horror as Hamas terrorists invaded Israel slaughtering as many Jews as they could find. Jarad Bernstein of the Jewish Federation of Greater Des Moines joined us one year ago with hope the international community would fully support Israel and...

10/03/2024

Host Justin Brady sits down with Professor Neil Hamilton, creator of The Iowa Nature Summit and Drake law professor. According to Prof. Hamilton, we apply pesticides to over 25 million acres of farmland each year, but what impact is that really having?

Share with your friendsDiscussion in recent weeks has centered around pesticides and toxins in the food we grow, much of it from Iowa. According to Professor Neil Hamilton, creator of The Iowa Nature Summit and Drake law professor, we apply pesticides to over 25 million acres of farmland each year,....

09/25/2024

Van Harden of WHO Radio’s Van and Bonnie Show has been retired from radio for years. He sat down to discuss what he’s been up to, his reaction to seeing the famous WHO Radio microphone in the Reagan film, and he reacts to local radio’s struggle to maintain focus on their community.

Share with your friendsVan Harden of WHO Radio’s Van and Bonnie Show has been retired from radio for years. He sat down to discuss what he’s been up to, his reaction to seeing the famous WHO Radio microphone in the Reagan film, and he reacts to local radio’s struggle to maintain focus on their...

09/24/2024

BREAKING: Iowa State Men's Basketball revealed new basketball jerseys! Images and story here:

The Iowa State Cyclones basketball team revealed new jerseys on X late Monday night. The retro look is the result of years of planning.

09/19/2024

It's apple picking season, and we did a round up of state-wide favorites near you! Thanks to Iowa Orchard, Wilson's Orchard & Farm, The Community Orchard, Deal's Orchard, Smalls Orchard, Ditmars Orchard & Vineyard, Center Grove Orchard, Wills Organic Orchard, and The Big Apple.

Bryan Etchen, the owner of Iowa Orchard says where to pick your own apples.

09/18/2024

Why did the Libertarian Party lose ballot access in Iowa? "181 minutes," says candidate for Congress, Marco Battaglia. When he approached the Iowa Secretary of State Paul Pate office he claims he was informed it wouldn't be an issue. Listen to our exclusive interview:

Marco Battaglia, challenger for GOP Congressman Nunn was removed because Libertarians voted 181 minutes early. He explains the lawsuit...

09/12/2024

🎃 Slaughter House is back for its 12th season, starting September 27th! We are SUMPER pumped they've partnered with us! Use code IOWA at checkout for $3 off tickets.

We brought founder Ian Miller into the studio to discuss the 20,000 square feet of subterranean terror in Downtown Des Moines. He explained how he combines 50 live actors, special effects, and a clever mind games to scare the 💩out of visitors in Des Moines' most immersive haunted attraction. (And he also told us when Slipknot is visiting.)

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09/11/2024

What's behind the Iowa State Football win over Hawkeye Football? ... it's the new uniforms.

Iowa State Athletics equipment director Jon Sedgwick explained the process, high-tech helmet scanning tech, and how Nike collaborated with Coach Matt Campbell on the final design.

Share with your friendsFor the next year, Iowa is a Cyclone state. In the annual CyHawk face-off, the Iowa State University Cyclones beat the University of Iowa Hawkeyes and all the bragging rights that come with it. How’d they do it? It was the uniforms. Their head of equipment breaks down the en...