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Analysis of the top stories, pop culture and living in Iowa!

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Analysis of the top stories, pop culture and living in Iowa!

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English


Episodes
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Why Iowa Is Suing Meta

4/10/2026
Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird joins to Jeff to talk about her lawsuit against Meta, a big ruling involving obscene books, and her Cold Case Unit; Simon Conway and Jeff discuss a lawsuit against ChatGPT; Jeff thinks the US will need to bomb more to bring about peace in Iran and discusses more details emerging in the murder of realtor Ashley Okland.

Duration:00:15:37

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Is Spring Flooding A Concern For Iowa?

4/9/2026
Jeff is noticing a LOT of rain in the forecast and asks State Climatologist Dr. Justin Glisan about the possibility of flooding; Joe Murphy of the Iowa Business Council reports there's an increasing level of optimism among Iowa business owners; Simon Conway and Jeff talk about the role of Israel in US/Iran peace talks then discuss a White Sox "Pope Hat" giveaway.

Duration:00:16:12

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Expert: The Ceasefire With Iran Won't Hold

4/8/2026
Middle East expert Dr. Asaf Romirowski tells Jeff why he thinks the ceasefire with Iran won't hold; Jeff asks WHO White House Correspondent Jon Decker if President Trump is preparing to pull out of NATO; Jeff marvels at the technology needed for the Artemis mission to successfully splashdown.

Duration:00:12:10

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Can We Drill Our Way To Lower Gas Prices

4/7/2026
Oil and gas insider R.T. Trevino answers listeners questions as to whether the US can drill its way to lower gas prices; Eben Brown reminds us that, in negotiating with Iran, we are negotiating with a "death cult;" Jeff spotlights his favorite moments from Orion's trip around the moon.

Duration:00:15:35

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The Success Of Artemis II Sends A Message To The World

4/6/2026
Jeff, Wendy, and Eben Brown discuss how the success of the Artemis II mission (toilet problems aside!) is sending a message to the world; Comedian Jeff Dunham talks about his new Discovery Channel show; Rory O'Neill reports on President Trump's deadline for Iran.

Duration:00:15:09

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WHY Are We Going Back To The Moon?

4/3/2026
Kevin Cirilli explains why it's important to go back to the moon; Alec Busse reacts to Audi Crooks entering the transfer portal; Pastor Jeremy Johnson confirms there is a spiritual revival underway in advance of Easter services in Iowa; Jonathan Savage explores what European nations are willing to do to reopen the Strait Of Hormuz; Dr. Joe Galati says a secret to long life is building up those glutes.

Duration:00:21:45

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Artemis II Update: The Toilet Is Fixed

4/2/2026
WHO National Correspondent Rory O'Neill describes what it's like to be at the Kennedy Space Center during the Orion launch and reports a toilet problem has been addressed; Simon Conway and Jeff discuss a former Congressman's claim that the government is breeding aliens and humans; Jeff analyzes President Trump's remarks on the Strait Of Hormuz, discusses a strategy to fund the Department Of Homeland Security, and reports that Iowa legislators are quietly raising the speed limit.

Duration:00:15:16

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What The President Will Say Tonight

4/1/2026
Jeff and Simon Conway speculate on what President Trump will say in his address to the nation while business expert Dan Varroney discusses the importance of the remarks to Iowa farmers and small businesses; Rory O'Neill calls from the Kennedy Space Center in advance of the Artemis II launch; Jeff explains why President Trump is so passionate about birthright citizenship; Dr. Jonathan Thorp discusses the loss of humor in the workplace in a perfect April Fools Day conversation; Monte Shaw explains why Iowans can by E-15 year-round but many other states can't.

Duration:00:38:06

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The End Of The Iranian War Is Near

3/31/2026
Jeff picks up a sign that the end of the war with Iran is near; Iowa House Speaker Pat Grassley provides an update on the legislature's debate over property taxes leading Jeff and Wendy to discuss a locally proposed $700,000 bathroom; Jon Decker asked White House Spokesperson Karoline Leavitt about diesel prices and the cost of the Iranian war - he joins Jeff to reveal the answers.

Duration:00:17:26

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It's Easy To Root For Iowa Athletes And Coaches

3/30/2026
Jeff notes that Iowa athletes and coaches are people that are easy to cheer on; there's still talk of a US ground invasion of Iran; the unbelievable Duke/UConn finish; an Iowa super speeder hits 114 mph; Jeff is distraught over the huge European KitKat theft; Border Czar Tom Homan says ICE agents may stay at airports; Jon Decker reports that even Republicans can't agree on ending the DHS shutdown.

Duration:00:19:41

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Is This Heaven? No, It's Iowa Baseball

3/27/2026
Broadcasting live from Principal Park on Opening Day for the Iowa Cubs, Jeff and Cubs announcer Jason Kempf talk about the magic of baseball and team general manager Randy Wehofer spotlights some major upgrades to the park.

Duration:00:21:02

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Is A Second Big Beautiful Bill On The Way?

3/26/2026
Senator Joni Ernst tells Jeff that a second big, beautiful bill could get TSA agents paid; Gary Dolphin previews Iowa vs Nebraska in the Sweet 16; Rory O'Neill says boots on the ground in Iran is still an option for President Trump; a Republican gubernatorial candidate withstands a challenge to his place on the ballot; Iowa legislators are considering a gas tax increase.

Duration:00:21:15

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Would You Ride To The Moon?

3/25/2026
News of a $2 billion dollar lunar base has Jeff, Wendy, and Duane discussing whether they'd be willing to travel to the moon; Jeff reacts to Secretary Of War Pete Hegseth's tough talk and suggests how the Republicans may end the Department Of Homeland Security funding crisis; Jonathan Savage says high-level talks to end the conflict with Iran could take place this week.

Duration:00:10:10

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Who Is Negotiating On Behalf Of Iran?

3/24/2026
President Trump says talks to end the war in Iran are productive - Jeff asks WHO White House Correspondent Jon Decker who is negotiating on behalf of a decimated Iranian leadership; Jeff also discusses how the immigration debate is impacting an Iowa zoo; Wendy Wilde talks top dogs; Jeff and Simon Conway celebrate Iowa basketball and discuss property taxes; Allison and Wendy from Variety Iowa detail their important work helping children; Jonathan Savage reports that a general election in Denmark will impact President Trump's aspirations to acquire Greenland.

Duration:00:21:44

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Let's Watch Basketball And Eat Snacks!

3/20/2026
Jeff spotlights the High Point University win over Wisconsin then samples chips and dip with Simon Conway and Ivy from Hy-Vee; Jeff Monosso joins to discuss lost productivity due to the NCAA tournament; Jeff analyzes President Trump's statement ruling out boots on the ground in Iran; an Iowa bill limiting a Governor's powers during an emergency brings back emotional memories for Jeff of his parents.

Duration:00:17:51

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Rep. Ashley Hinson: Operation Epic Fury Is Keeping America Safe

3/19/2026
Representative Ashley Hinson voices her unequivocal support for Operation Epic Fury and reactions to a donation drive at Eastern Iowa Airport for TSA agents; Jeff provides some key takeaways from the press conference on the arrest in the Ashley Okland murder case as well as looks at an Iowa House plan to reform the property tax system.

Duration:00:14:58

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An Arrest Made In The Murder Of Ashley Okland 15 Years Ago

3/18/2026
An arrest in an Iowa cold case; Will President Trump pull US out of NATO?; Listeners debate whether war with Iran was warranted; Dr. Asaf Romuirowski on the killing of Iran's top officials in target strikes; Iowans prepare the a/c as summer temperatures arrive (temporarily).

Duration:00:17:50

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More than 300 TSA agents have quit after not getting paid

3/17/2026
More than 300 TSA agents have quit after not getting paid; Eben Brown reports on President Trump's new fraud task force; activists prevent ICE agents from arresting a child rapist; Jonathan Savage previews an upcoming US-China summit; members of the Iranian women's soccer team "change their minds;" wildfires devastate Nebraska; President Trump tests allies in requesting help in the Strait Of Hormuz.

Duration:00:19:49

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Dealing With An Iowa Blizzard

3/16/2026
Craig Bargfrede of the Iowa Department of Transporation and Sgt. Alex Dinkla of the State Patrol describe the challenges of dealing with an Iowa blizzard; Jonathan Savage reports on reaction to President Trump's call to other countries for help in securing the Strait Of Hormuz.

Duration:00:11:32

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Selection Sunday Thoughts: Yes, It's OK To Watch Basketball At Work

3/14/2026
Iowans will have many home state teams for which to root in the NCAA tournament. In this special Selection Sunday podcast, Sherry Yellin, author of "The Science Of High Performance Leadership," tells Jeff bosses SHOULD let their employees watch basketball at work.

Duration:00:04:32