Reports and propaganda from the first-in-the-nation caucus state. Hosted by Justin K Comer, Natalie Harwood, Evan Jones, and Chuck Yanda.
You might know him from ZUUL or Lou Sherry or Dayvyd Lunch. This month, we got Denny Richards on the show to talk for an hour about how he got started in music, what he likes about music, and how long he skateboards. Much of Denny's work can be found at these links: https://dentalrecordsic.bandcamp.com https://iowacityzuul.bandcamp.com Here are some shows coming up: -V.VECKER / WEAPON X / EUDAEDUO - March 6th at Trumpet Blossom: https://www.trumpetblossom.com/shows-events/v-vecker-weapon-x-eudae-duo -THE VALUE OF HUMAN LIFE / RUNNING MAN / LOU SHERRY - March 7th at Octopus: https://www.octopuscollegehill.com/events/the-value-of-human-life-running-man-and-lou-sherry -DAYVYD LUNCH is playing POLYACHI FEST at GABE'S on March 14th -NEQUIENT / BLACK CROSS HOTEL / ASCENDED MASTER - March 28th at Frat House Find all the old iHearIC stuff at https://ihearic.com, and stay subscribed to Rock Hard Caucus to get future podcast episodes. There's a patreon too which helps me pay guests: https://patreon.com/ihearic https://rockhardcauc.us
Bodycam footage at the frat house, Sage on Wahls, and which legislative bills lived and died this week? Call us at (319) 849-8733! Go here for full episode notes: https://www.patreon.com/posts/151333711 https://rockhardcauc.us
Justin and Toni discuss an imprisoned cat. Watch the video of this teaser here: https://youtu.be/0dXdOd9HOFE Watch the full episode with a $5 subscription here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/151274822 Listen to the episode without video for just $1: https://www.patreon.com/posts/151274826 https://rockhardcauc.us
The healing power of crystals, the inevitable demise of Flock Safety, and a couple more harmful and ridiculous bills advancing in the Iowa Legislature. Call us at (319) 849-8733! Go here for full episode notes: https://www.patreon.com/posts/150850375 https://rockhardcauc.us
Justin, Evan, and Alan visit Scott's house to see his big TV. Watch the video of this teaser here: https://youtu.be/YiiMx10uaEM Watch the full episode with a $5 subscription here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/150654324 Listen to the episode without video for just $1: https://www.patreon.com/posts/150654318 https://rockhardcauc.us
Important endorsements, important college courses, and important legislative bills. Plus: Rob Sand got $250k from WHO?! Call us at (319) 849-8733! Go here for full episode notes: https://www.patreon.com/posts/150260900 https://rockhardcauc.us
Aaron, Evan, and Justin discuss Scotty from Star Trek. Watch the video of this teaser here: https://youtu.be/S881TGOEeiE Watch the full episode with a $5 subscription here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/150126638 Listen to the episode without video for just $1: https://www.patreon.com/posts/150126633 https://rockhardcauc.us
The great Chris Jones makes his third appearance on RHC. But this time, he means business. Agribusiness, that is! Visit his campaign website at https://chrisjonesforiowa.com Call us at (319) 849-8733! Go here for full episode notes: https://www.patreon.com/posts/149693683 https://rockhardcauc.us
Justin, Evan, and Josiah watch William Shatner hit on some old ladies. Watch the video of this teaser here: https://youtu.be/jEeOi-LSEZs Watch the full episode with a $5 subscription here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/149448110 Listen to the episode without video for just $1: https://www.patreon.com/posts/149448107 https://rockhardcauc.us
Internet scams, murder-for-hire, unregulated drugs. GOOD VS. EVIL!!!! Call us at (319) 849-8733! Go here for full episode notes: https://www.patreon.com/posts/149026524 https://rockhardcauc.us
It's the first iHearIC Radio of 2026 and we got a big guest: John Engelbrecht, who you probably know from his work as the Executive Director of Public Space One. Listen to his PS1 Weather Report podcast: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/john-engelbrecht Find something to do at PS1: https://www.publicspaceone.com/events Closing music by Antifahorn: https://antifahorn.bandcamp.com Find all the old iHearIC stuff at https://ihearic.com, and stay subscribed to Rock Hard Caucus to get future podcast episodes. There's a patreon too which helps me pay guests: https://patreon.com/ihearic https://rockhardcauc.us
I got mail, Kim Reynolds gave a speech, and a dork got mad in Kansas City. Call us at (319) 849-8733! Go here for full episode notes: https://www.patreon.com/posts/148466890 https://rockhardcauc.us
Justin and Evan listen to advice from Greg Gutfeld. Watch the video of this teaser here: https://youtu.be/oRgtX2FUeX0 Watch the full episode with a $5 subscription here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/148309299 Listen to the episode without video for just $1: https://www.patreon.com/posts/148309253 https://rockhardcauc.us
Once again, we hate ICE. Plus, a Nathan Sage campaign ad aired on television. Call us at (319) 849-8733! Go here for full episode notes: https://www.patreon.com/posts/147972447 https://rockhardcauc.us
Venezuela, small town police, and a scary library book. Welcome to 2026! Call us at (319) 849-8733! Go here for full episode notes: https://www.patreon.com/posts/147412396 https://rockhardcauc.us
On this, the final day of 2025, I looked back through the Iowa City releases on bandcamp and sampled a few albums that I hadn't already listened to. I found some good stuff! This episode features music by: Tinning (https://tinning.bandcamp.com) Sophie Mitchell (https://sophiemitchell.bandcamp.com) Ellie Lindhorst (https://claymo.bandcamp.com) Sand Art (https://sandartmusic.bandcamp.com) landethics (https://landethics.bandcamp.com) Tyler Carrington (https://tylercarrington.bandcamp.com) brzyrt (https://brzyrt.bandcamp.com) chaircrusher (https://chaircrusher.bandcamp.com) clarence johnson (https://drumbeats.bandcamp.com) ZUUL (https://iowacityzuul.bandcamp.com) P.I. (https://pitheband.bandcamp.com) ransomeware-installer (https://ransomware-installer.bandcamp.com) Justin Comer and Chris Emery (https://justinkcomer.bandcamp.com) IOWA CITY: go to the show at AlleyCat on January 2nd DES MOINES: go to the show at xBk on January 10th Find all the old iHearIC stuff at https://ihearic.com, and stay subscribed to Rock Hard Caucus to get future podcast episodes. There's a patreon too which helps me pay guests: https://patreon.com/ihearic https://rockhardcauc.us
Our last episode of the year: Flock, beef, and pennies. Hope next year is better! Call us at (319) 849-8733! Go here for full episode notes: https://www.patreon.com/posts/146805362 https://rockhardcauc.us
We talked to the mysterious H.C. van Pelt about his website (https://haveibeenflocked.com) and what he's learned about Flock Safety and local governments and law enforcement over the past few years. Call us at (319) 849-8733! Go here for full episode notes: https://www.patreon.com/posts/146359927 https://rockhardcauc.us
Justin and Toni discuss human hair on top of hedgehog hair. Watch the video of this teaser here: https://youtu.be/zRa2_L87Q2s Watch the full episode with a $5 subscription here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/146115810 Listen to the episode without video for just $1: https://www.patreon.com/posts/146115808 https://rockhardcauc.us
Justin and Evan listen to a caller's dream journal. Watch the video of this teaser here: https://youtu.be/NPIyQQF5gT0 Watch the full episode with a $5 subscription here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/145960029 Listen to the episode without video for just $1: https://www.patreon.com/posts/145960031 https://rockhardcauc.us
We're snowed in and getting upset at the news. That's winter in Iowa, I guess. Call us at (319) 849-8733! Go here for full episode notes: https://www.patreon.com/posts/145805820 https://rockhardcauc.us
Our friend Clara joins us again to report on her experience at the inaugural events for the University of Iowa's new Center for Intellectual Freedom. Here's a quick summary: dumb! Call us at (319) 849-8733! Go here for full episode notes: https://www.patreon.com/posts/145301616 https://rockhardcauc.us
Chris Jones might run for office, gas station misandry, and the Des Moines Register printed some super racist shit. Let's end November with a bang. Call us at (319) 849-8733! Go here for full episode notes: https://www.patreon.com/posts/144745224 https://rockhardcauc.us
Justin and Toni discuss war. Watch the video of this teaser here: https://youtu.be/KCvPuO76byc Watch the full episode with a $5 subscription here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/144609630 Listen to the episode without video for just $1: https://www.patreon.com/posts/144609633 https://rockhardcauc.us
A big building nobody wants, Polk County trying to get an indigenous person deported, the sale of our hometown newspaper, and more. How could one not flirt with violence under these conditions? Call us at (319) 849-8733! Go here for full episode notes: https://www.patreon.com/posts/144236731 https://rockhardcauc.us
The great Dan Padley returns for our milestone 150th episode. What has he been up to in the 2 years since I last spoke to him? This episode features music by: Dan Padley (https://danpadley.bandcamp.com) Gabi Vanek (https://netochkanezvanova.bandcamp.com) May + The Ladies (https://mayandtheladies.bandcamp.com) Ascended Master Wombat (https://wombatnoise.bandcamp.com) Wombat, Dan Padley, and Gabi Vanek at Trumpet Blossom 11/22: https://www.trumpetblossom.com/shows-events/wombat-dan-padley-gabi-vanek Find part two of this podcast and support Dan's work at https://patreon.com/danpadley Find all the old iHearIC stuff at https://ihearic.com, and stay subscribed to Rock Hard Caucus to get future podcast episodes. There's a patreon too which helps me pay guests: https://patreon.com/ihearic https://rockhardcauc.us
My wife had surgery this week (everything's fine) so we haven't had time to prep/record/edit a regular RHC episode. Instead, here's an episode of Rock Hard Call-Us we recorded with Anastasia a few months back. If you like it, you can subscribe at https://patreon.com/rockhardcaucus for a lot more episodes. And call us at (319) 849-8733 if you'd like to participate! https://rockhardcauc.us
Joseph introduces himself. Watch the video of this teaser here: https://youtu.be/GdRzH20dwcg Watch the full episode with a $5 subscription here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/143162141 Listen to the episode without video for just $1: https://www.patreon.com/posts/143162142 https://rockhardcauc.us
Investigating the results of last week's local elections, watching Randy Feenstra's announcement ad, and spearheading a movement against the new gas station. Call us at (319) 849-8733! Go here for full episode notes: https://www.patreon.com/posts/143195969 https://rockhardcauc.us
Eden and Justin discuss Weirdo Calvinism. Subscribe for the full episode: https://www.patreon.com/posts/141929756 https://rockhardcauc.us
History PhD candidate Greg Wickencamp and retired archivist David McCartney gave us an hour of their time to very patiently explain what's going on with the Iowa State Historical Society's building in Iowa City. Who wants to shut it down and why? Call us at (319) 849-8733! Go here for full episode notes: https://www.patreon.com/posts/142655203 https://rockhardcauc.us
Dungeon Mistress Lorelei introduces this year's theme. Subscribe for the full two-hour epic adventure: https://www.patreon.com/posts/141843934 https://rockhardcauc.us
Federal government deporting people, state government hiding emails, and normal people getting fired and going to jail for posting. Bleak! Call us at (319) 849-8733! Go here for full episode notes: https://www.patreon.com/posts/142042915 https://rockhardcauc.us
Another year has passed! Duroje's back! Lots of talk of health and religion this time around. This episode features music by Duroje Gwamna (https://dgwamna-music.com) and Justin K Comer (https://justinkcomer.com) Duroje's band Reggae Rapids is playing at Moco on Halloween: https://www.facebook.com/events/1180638440584086 Look at my upcoming shows too, like Wombat on 11/22: https://justinkcomer.com/shows Find all the old iHearIC stuff at https://ihearic.com, and stay subscribed to Rock Hard Caucus to get future podcast episodes. There's a patreon too which helps me pay guests: https://patreon.com/ihearic https://rockhardcauc.us
We all just want our enemies to suffer. And to laugh at cybertruck owners. Call us at (319) 849-8733! Go here for full episode notes: https://www.patreon.com/posts/141581337 https://rockhardcauc.us
Justin and Evan listen to a voicemail about colors. Which colors? Listen to find out. Subscribe to hear the full episode: https://www.patreon.com/posts/141149979 https://rockhardcauc.us
Our friend Clara is running for city council in the city of Iowa City, Iowa. Listen to all of these ideas she has about how things could be different, and you could vote for her on November 4th (if you live in IC). Her campaign website is http://claraforiowacity.com Call us at (319) 849-8733! Go here for full episode notes: https://www.patreon.com/posts/140774148 https://rockhardcauc.us
Justin and Toni discuss a paper's abstract. Listen to the full episode here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/140605688 https://rockhardcauc.us
Rob Sand interviewed in a mop closet, Ashley Hinson endorsed by an important figure in the RHC canon, Zach Nunn says "muy" on Fox News, and a whole bunch of other stuff. We hate ICE. We love beans. Call us at (319) 849-8733! Go here for full episode notes: https://www.patreon.com/posts/140445991 https://rockhardcauc.us
Justin and Evan discuss old emails and new encounters. Subscribe to listen to the full episode: https://www.patreon.com/posts/140061954 https://rockhardcauc.us
Like the title says, this is the most extremely local episode of this podcast yet. Two candidates running for office in the Coralville city election on November 4th. This one's pretty much just for my neighbors. Call us at (319) 849-8733! Go here for full episode notes: https://www.patreon.com/posts/139908661 https://rockhardcauc.us
I'm too busy this month, so we're doing another solo episode. At least I had a lot to talk about! Go to the Unseen//Unheard album release recital at The James on 9/26: https://www.facebook.com/share/1Cpmu8YCxa/ Go to the Filament / Moscow Puzzles / Weapon X / Grain Bin Operettas show at Trumpet Blossom on 9/27: https://www.trumpetblossom.com/shows-events/moscow-puzzles-filament-nyc-weapon-x-grain-bin-operettas This episode features music by: Stelladrone (https://stelladrone1.bandcamp.com) Moscow Puzzles (https://moscowpuzzles.bandcamp.com) Rose Bishop & Heather Neuenschwander (https://unseenunheard.bandcamp.com) Grain Bin Operettas (https://www.instagram.com/grain_bin_operettas) Deivore (https://bensmasher.bandcamp.com) Filament (https://filamentnyc.bandcamp.com) Weapon X (https://wombatnoise.bandcamp.com) Find all the old iHearIC stuff at https://ihearic.com, and stay subscribed to Rock Hard Caucus to get future podcast episodes. There's a patreon too which helps me pay guests: https://patreon.com/ihearic rockhardcauc.us
The sheriff tried to get the county and the city to make a big jail together, and then he stopped trying. I talked to Iowa City Councilor Laura Bergus about it for a little while. Call us at (319) 849-8733! Go here for full episode notes: https://www.patreon.com/posts/139229288 https://rockhardcauc.us
Justin and Toni read a Sonic fanfic from 1995. Listen to the full episode here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/138995457 https://rockhardcauc.us
Fairfield, Iowa was mentioned in Jeffrey Epstein's 50th birthday book, so we called up our pal Dom to give us a little context. We tried our best, but... questions remain. Call us at (319) 849-8733! Go here for full episode notes: https://www.patreon.com/posts/138825222 https://rockhardcauc.us
Evan, Justin, and Lorelei discuss the "Spit It Out" music video. Watch the video of this teaser here: https://youtu.be/cK_HGZYPJYA Watch the full episode with a $5 subscription here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/138155534 Listen to the episode without video for just $1: https://www.patreon.com/posts/138155574 https://rockhardcauc.us
I went to a Rob Sand town hall. Joni Ernst is dropping out for real. Ashley Hinson is going to replace her. And Rod Blum is maybe going to replace Ashley. So who will replace him? Wait, who was he again? Call us at (319) 849-8733! Go here for full episode notes: https://www.patreon.com/posts/138362107 https://rockhardcauc.us
Justin and Toni discuss Sally's contorted body. Watch the video of this teaser here: https://youtu.be/5JKvHSkEkvc Watch the full episode with a $5 subscription here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/137558832 Listen to the episode without video for just $1: https://www.patreon.com/posts/137558829 https://rockhardcauc.us
On this week's episode, we discuss: a local connection to Palestine, those damn Flock cameras, ICE shutting down a Cedar Rapids street, and Joni Ernst. Call us at (319) 849-8733! Go here for full episode notes: https://www.patreon.com/posts/137796154 https://rockhardcauc.us
For the past couple months, we've been slowly reading and reviewing Joseph Dobrian's third novel, Hard-Wired. We released the third episode earlier this week on patreon, so I thought now might be a good time to let the free listeners check out the first part of this series. If you like it, you can find a whole lot more stuff at https://patreon.com/rockhardcaucus https://rockhardcauc.us
Eden and Justin discuss parenting. Listen to the full episode here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/137343320 https://rockhardcauc.us
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