Simon Conway

Historical Hero & Headlines SIMON talks to one of his bucket list interviewees, famed Egyptologist, DR. ZAHI HAWASS, who was also the inspiration for 'Indiana Jones'! After 2 years of being followed by a film crew a new documentary about Dr. Hawass' life is being released called "The Man In The Hat". Then Simon and Mrs. C talk headlines of all types and topics.

SIMON talks to one of his bucket list interviewees, famed Egyptologist, DR. ZAHI HAWASS, who was also the inspiration for 'Indiana Jones'! After 2 years of being followed by a film crew a new documentary about Dr. Hawass' life is being released called "The Man In The Hat". Simon controlled his inner fanboy long enough to ask his history-hero about new discoveries and the recent debate from Italian scientists that claim there is a network of large tunnels deep under the pyramids connecting them all together.

Simon talks to BOB VANDER PLAATS, President and CEO of The Family Leader and sponsor of the Moms of Liberty debate. Bob gives his debate analysis, thoughts on the candidates and his insight on the race overall as a former candidate for the Governorship himself years ago.

As we get closer to November all eyes are turning to the Iowa Governor's race! After this week's Moms for Liberty debate with 4 of the 5 candidates, Simon still had a few questions he didn't get to ask so he's invited all 5 back to the studio! Today, ADAM STEEN, former Director of the Department of Administration, is back to answer questions about topics like mental healthcare, Iowa cancer rates, his plans for his administration and to share more of his personal "Iowa Grit" story. Later, Simon talks to BOB VANDER PLAATS, President and CEO of The Family Leader and sponsor of the Moms of Liberty debate. Bob gives his debate analysis, thoughts on the candidates and his insight on the race overall as a former candidate himself.

SIMON has ADAM STEEN, candidate for Iowa Governor, live in-studio. There were a few questions Simon didn't get to ask during the Moms for Liberty debate days ago so he is inviting all 5 candidates back to the show so Iowans can get to know them even better. Adam Steen, former Director of the Department of Administration, shares more of his vision for Iowa and answers Simon's questions about mental health, property tax, and cancer rates in IA. Adam is proud of his "Iowa Grit" and Iowa roots and he shares why...LISTEN NOW!

Iowa Secretary of Agriculture, MIKE NAIG is live in studio with SIMON to announce his re-election campaign and how he plans to continue to help and promote Iowa Ag and Iowa farmers.

From Washington DC to Minneapolis, MN to all of Iowa, Simon covers it in today's 1st hour beginning with President Trump's NEW plan to de-escalate the atmosphere in MN. His first big step was sending 'Border Tzar' Tom Homan there who gave a press conference today. Later, Iowa Secretary of Agriculture, Mike Naig is live in studio to announce his re-election campaign and how he plans to continue to help and promote Iowa Ag and Iowa farmers.

President Trump was in here in Clive, Iowa yesterday where he made a surprise visit to THE IOWA MACHINE SHED. Last time he visited he purchased 9 of their freshly made pies to take back to the White House staff. What did he buy to take back to Washington DC this time? Simon talks to MIKE WHALEN, owner of the Machine Shed, about the honor of hosting the President at his restaurant, the surprising initial phone call from the White House about his visit and the answer to what satisfied the President's sweet tooth this time!

It's the day after the gubernatorial debate, hosted by Iowa Moms for Liberty, and Simon has the rundown of who was there, who wasn't, who did well, who exceeded expectations and who over delivered. Who did Simon think won overall? He tells us as well as opening up the phone calls for listener's opinions. Also, President Trump was in here in Central Iowa yesterday. Before his rally he made a surprise visit to THE IOWA MACHINE SHED. Simon talks to MIKE WHALEN, owner of the Machine Shed, about the honor of hosting the President at his restaurant, including the surprising initial phone call from the White House.

It's debate night! WHO 1040am morning show host, Jeff Angelo, takes over the last hour of The Simon Conway Show while Simon prepares to moderate the Mom's for Liberty gubernatorial debate to between 4 of the 5 Republican candidates - Eddie Andrews, Zach Lahn, Brad Sherman and Adam Steen.

It's T-2 until debate night! While Simon prepares to moderate tonight's gubernatorial debate, his 'brother from another mother', Doug Wagner takes over for Hour 2 and keeps the phone lines open to callers.

It's debate night!!! Simon will be moderating the Moms for Liberty sponsored gubernatorial debate tonight with 4 of the 5 Republican candidates - Eddie Andrews, Zach Lahn, Brad Sherman and Adam Steen. Simon opened the phone lines and asked listeners to call in with what they would ask the candidates.

It's often a topic that makes people uncomfortable and doesn't get talked about near enough but it's a serious problem that needs attention - Domestic violence, sexual assault & trafficking. It's also a topic that's personally important to Simon, Mrs. C and everyone involved with S.A.F.E. Center of Iowa. They tell Simon about the new facility opening in late summer/early fall of 2026 that will increase their ability to help men and women in the most desperate of situations. Everything from clinical care, testing, education, counseling, law enforcement protection, legal assistance and most importantly ensuring these victims feel seen, heard, protected and empowered! Listen how you can become involved!

From international issues to local solutions, Simon covers both this hour. He begins by talking to Iowa's own, Matt Whitaker, who is currently serving as the U.S. Ambassador to NATO about last week's NATO conference in Davos, Switzerland. Later, he talks to the caring people behind S.A.F.E. Center of Iowa. They provide clinical & support services to victims of sexual assault here in Iowa.

With so much focus on Greenland and NATO there's no better expert than Iowa's own Matt Whitaker who is the currant Ambassador to NATO. He and Simon discuss the latest from last week's meeting of NATO allies and what the most likely outcome will be in the near future.

It's been a whirlwind of news coming out of Minnesota over the weekend with another shooting involving ICE officers with the death of protestor Alex Pretti, a nurse at the MN VA hospital. Simon discusses the facts we know so far, this morning's phone call between President Trump and MN Governor Tim Walz and the plan for coming changes that was announced in today's White House press briefing. Later, IA Governor Kim Reynolds tells Simon all about her surprise visit to Syria, Jordan, Iraq & Kuwait last week to see our deployed Iowa National Guard members. She says this experience is "the highlight of my entire career".

Iowa's Governor Kim Reynolds quietly slipped out of the state last week and visited our deployed Iowa National Guard troops in Syria, Jordan, Iraq & Kuwait. She had the honor of awarding a Purple Heart to the remaining wounded soldier that has already returned to duty and she administered the Oath of Reenlistment to 2 other Iowa National Guard members. She tells Simon all about her trip that she describes as "the highlight of my career".

Dr. Jonathan Thorp gives Simon the hot take on a new trend called 'Hot Take Dating'. Mrs. C shares a dating story and Simon has even more crazy headlines from around the country.

Dr. Jonathan Thorp gives Simon the hot take on a new trend called 'Hot Take Dating'. What was once taboo on a date - politics & religion - is now not only acceptable but is the first topic of conversation in Hot Take Dating. Are these too dangerous to discuss too soon or is it best to just jump in and rip the band aid off? Listen and decide for yourself!

Happenings and Headlines! Congresswoman Ashley Hinson gives Simon an update on the happenings in Washington DC this week including 12 bills that passed the U.S. House and Simon gives a rundown of headlines around the country.

Congresswoman Ashley Hinson gives Simon an update on the happenings in Washington DC this week including 12 bills that passed the U.S. House.

Greg Bovino, U.S. Border Patrol Chief, gives an update on the work his agents are doing all across the country, including arrests made in MN of illegals from 31 different countries that have been apprehended in the last 12 months

It's Friday & busier than ever! Rep. Megan Jones gives Simon an update on everything that happened in the Iowa House this week. Greg Bovino, U.S. Border Patrol Chief, gives an update on the work his agents are doing all across the country, including arrests made in MN of illegals from 31 different countries that have been apprehended in the last 12 months. And WHO"s very own "man on the ground", Nathan Fischer, calls in LIVE from "Hockey Day Minnesota" in Hastings where the Iowa Wild are playing. Tonight the Wild are playing on an outdoor rink in -8 degree weather. That means this is the COLDEST PLAYED HOCKEY GAME IN U.S. HISTORY, EVER!!!

Week 2 of the legislative session is complete. What happened under our 'Golden Dome'? Rep. Megan Jones gives Simon an update on everything that happened in the Iowa House this week, from property tax to a proposed audit of confiscated firearms for local LEOs to...whipped cream. Yep, whipped cream was discussion in the House this week. Why? You've gotta listen to find out!

Pleas and Trees. WHO News Reporter, Clair Burnette, was in the courtroom today as former DSM Superintendent Ian Roberts plead guilty to 2 federal charges of making a false statement for employment and for being "an illegal alien in possession of a firearm". She tells Simon what happened today and what will happen next for Ian Roberts. Later, Simon talks to tree expert, Dan Lewiston from Family Tree Care, about how this current nationwide freeze is causing trees to explode. Is this something Iowa needs to worry about tomorrow with our expected ZERO degree high? Listen and find out!

Gregory Wrightstone, author of 'Inconvenient Facts', talks to Simon about this week's Executive Order from the Trump Administration that withdraws the U.S. from the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) and other international bodies. Later, Simon and Mrs. C share plans for a future fundraiser to raise money and supplies for pregnant woman in need as a way to celebrate the Vice President & 2nd lady's announcement of their soon-to-arrive baby boy.

Gregory Wrightstone, author of 'Inconvenient Facts', talks to Simon about this week's Executive Order from the Trump Administration that withdraws the U.S. from the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) and other international bodies.

3 expert guests. 3 important topics. 1 packed hour! Congresswoman Miller-Meeks has introduced the Veterans Bill of Rights Act of 2026 with hopes it will pass with bipartisan support. Congressman Nunn shares details about President Trump's visit to Iowa next week to talk energy & the economy. Misty Darling, an Iowa realtor, explains how President Trump's Executive Order blocking Wall Street from purchasing single family homes will impact buyers, sellers and the local real estate market. All this AND MORE!

President Trump signed an Executive Order last week that will stop Wall Street from buying single family homes. Iowa realtor, Misty Darling, tells Simon what this means for local home buyers.

President Trump is coming to Iowa next week! Congressman Zach Nunn gives Simon all of the details of his upcoming visit.

Congresswoman Miller-Meeks has introduced the Veterans Bill of Rights Act of 2026 with hopes it will pass with bipartisan support.

Simon digs into why Greenland is so important to our security when he talks to counter intelligence expert, Casey Fleming, who is also the author of 'The Red Tsunami; the silent storm killing your freedom'.

Greenland - it's what everyone is watching and talking about, especially President Trump. Simon discusses all of the news from President Trump's speech in Davos, Switzerland about the need for an Artic Golden Dome. Then, Simon digs even deeper into why Greenland is so important when he talks to counter intelligence expert, Casey Fleming, who is also the author of 'The Red Tsunami; the silent storm killing your freedom'.

Simon has a fascinating conversation with Iowa Mother & Son, Mary Jo Starnes and Chuck Bickel, about the incredible way their father/grandfather was not only a part of history but also documented one of the greatest days in American history. Joe Hightower was serving aboard the USS JEROME COUNTY, a LST-542 class tank landing ship, on Sept 2, 1945. He witnessed history that day in Tokyo Bay when the Japanese signed their surrender to the United States on the deck of the USS MISSOURI. Joe kept journals during his time in the military and decades later his daughter, Mary Jo, discovered and read them. With the help of her son, Chuck, they turned Joe's personal journals into an amazing book of his first-person account of history. Iowans - part of history, witnessing history, documenting history so history is never forgotten.

As a 'Plague of Rage' continues to spread across the country the Department of State is focusing on the Immigration Overstay Rate with fresh emphasis on our Visa Bond Policy. Simon begins the hour talking to Psychiatrist, Dr. Carol Lieberman, about the new boldness of anger and bigotry that seems to be increasing across social media and in the streets of towns across the U.S. Later, he discusses how these actions are affecting the Department of State and it's employees.

A 'Plague of Rage' seems to be stretching far and wide and spreading like wildfire! Why? What's changed that people feel this behavior is acceptable? Simon talks to Psychiatrist, Dr. Carol Lieberman, about what she is observing in the world of mental health, social media, and how daily headlines contribute to how people behave.

Simon talks to friend and combat veteran, Mark Lucas, Founder and COO of Veteran Action about the Veterans Bill of Rights Act of 2026 introduced by Iowa Congresswoman Miller-Meeks as well as announcing his full endorsement for her upcoming election.

Packed first hour discussing the day's headlines, including President Trump's unexpected appearance at today's White House press conference. Later, Simon talks to friend and combat veteran, Mark Lucas, Founder and COO of Veteran Action about the Veterans Bill of Rights Act of 2026 introduced by Iowa Congresswoman Miller-Meeks.

Simon's 'brother from another mother', Doug Wagner fills in and hits all the highs and lows in the news today.

Doug talks to author and motivational speaker, Richard V Battle, about his recent book, 'AmeriCAN Century' highlighting 40 people who helped the country with their "can do" attitudes and actions. One of those incredible AmeriCANs is Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr who we honor and remember today on MLK Day! Yesterday protesters disrupted a church service in Minneapolis with Don Lemon in tow to target and shout down a pastor who is also a regional director with ICE. Doug discusses what happened with NewsBusters Curtis Houck and how this was a violation of the FAITH Act.

Doug talks to author and motivational speaker, Richard V Battle, about his recent book, 'AmeriCAN Century' highlighting 40 people who helped the country with their "can do" attitudes and actions.

DIY Botox is a thing???? Apparently so. Simon talks about it with Dr. Bruce Herman, Dallas plastic surgeon and host of the Nip Tuck Show.

Alright, Alright, Alright...Simon and The Patent Professor, John Rizvi, discuss voice technology and AI after Matthew McConaughey trademarked his signature phrase from the movie Dazed & Confused. And later, DIY Botox is a thing???? Apparently so. Simon talks about it with Dr. Bruce Herman, Dallas plastic surgeon and host of the Nip Tuck Show.

Simon talks to Major General Stephen Osborn about his 'Condition of the Guard' to the Iowa Legislature yesterday as well as the upcoming homecoming of over 1800 Iowa National Guard. Later, Simon and Mrs C announce their upcoming listener trip to Washington DC and they have a little fun on this Fun Friday.

Simon talks to Major General Stephen Osborn about his 'Condition of the Guard' yesterday before the Iowa Legislature as well as the loss experienced this deployment and the upcoming return of over 1800 Iowa National Guard in the coming months.

Week 1 is done 'Under the Golden Dome' so Simon gets the latest on what's happened and what's to come this year from Rep. Megan Jones.

Phase 1 of President Trump's 20pt Plan in Gaza is almost complete and Simon talks about what's to come for Phase 2. Later, he talks to Rep Megan Jones about how the first week of the 2026 Legislative session went and what to look for in the coming weeks. And of course, it's Fun Friday and everyone had fun and a good laugh at Mrs C over her on-air booboo. Oops!

Simon talks to Mrs C's "sister from another mister", Jessica Lapen who is the mom to an autistic son, Micah. This week Mattel released a new doll - Autism Barbie - what does she think of this? Blessing or Blasphemy?

Simon talks to U.S. Border Tsar, Tom Homan, about what's happening in Minnesota and around the country. Later, Simon talks to Mrs C's "sister from another mister", Jessica Lapen who is the mom to an autistic son, Micah. This week Mattel released a new doll - Autism Barbie - what does she think of this? Blessing or Blasphemy?

Simon talks to long time friend and U.S Border Tsar, Tom Homan, about the recent events in Minnesota and around the country

Simon has some fun talking to the "Voice of the Iowa Wild", Ben Gialason, about the upcoming Military Appreciation Night. Later, he gets serious when he talks to Bill Jasper, President of the John Birch Society, about the recent raid and search of a Washington Post journalist who may or may not have been in possession of classified information.