Trusted analysis of the top Iowa and national stories
Hour 3 begins with Simon talking to Linda Little, Child & Neighborhood Safety Expert from Neighborhood Service Organization (NSO.org) about ways to keep your children safe in the neighborhood this Halloween. She also shares some shocking statistics from the #DontTouchMe campaign - 90% of offenders are known to the victim, 70% are usually family members and only 20% are ever prosecuted. And later, Simon and Mrs C discuss the unbelievable misfortune on the USS NIMITZ over the weekend when they lost not 1 but 2 aircraft overboard in 30mins. The only worse luck than that was the sailor that had to repot it to the Captain!
Child and Neighborhood Safety Expert from Neighborhood Services Organization (NSO.org) discusses protecting your children from sexual predators during Halloween
Food Insecurity Expert, Chonnie Richey from IndependenceGardens.org
Simon loves any day that he gets to talk to a real life astronaut and today is no different. Clay Anderson, aka AstroClay, talks about the upcoming Artemus 2 launch and rekindling our interest in the moon. Hopefully, like the Apollo missions, this will spark a new generation of astronaut hopefuls and lovers of space. Later, Simon talks to Chonnie Richey, a Food Insecurity Expert, about what to do and how a family can prepare if the government shutdown continues. Almost 40M people rely on SNAP benefits that will be affected if the shutdown continues past November 1.
Happy Navy Day to all of our friends and listeners who have or are serving in the GREATEST NAVY IN THE WORLD! For hour 1 of today's show Simon talks...shutdown....again. Why? Because we are on GOVERNMENT SHUTDOWN DAY 27 with no end in sight. The show Financial Advisor, Bill Dendy from Alicorn Investment Management, Inc, explains what this means to financial markets, tax credits and YOU! As President Obama told us years ago, "Elections have consequences".
Doug Wagner (filling in for Simon Conway) chats with Chloe Zittergruen, FFA State Officer and new 2025/26 National #SpeakAgPioneer. Later, Doug and Mrs C talk Halloween, candy, costumes and traditions.
Doug Wagner (filling in for Simon Conway) chats with Chloe Zittergruen, FFA State Officer and new National #SpeakAgPioneer for 2025/26.
Doug Wagner fills in for Simon and talks to current NW IA Congressman & hopeful future IA Governor, Randy Feenstra who wants to "show the country what Iowa can do" and has plans to take "Iowa to new heights".
Filling in for Simon is his 'brother from another mother', Doug Wagner. Doug talks to Family Medicine physician, Dr Lindsay Rerko, who also has a child with Downs Syndrome, about DS Month. October is also Respect Life Month and Doug asks "has there been an evolution in society on how DS is viewed?" Later, Doug talks to current NW IA Congressman & hopeful future IA Governor, Randy Feenstra who wants to "show the country what Iowa can do" and has plans to take "Iowa to new heights".
Dr Lindsay Rerko & Doug Wagner (filling in for Simon Conway) discuss Downs Syndrome, abortion and the changing views of society towards a DS diagnosis.
Simon's brother from another mother, Doug Wagner, fills in for him on the show today. Doug kicks off the hour with guest Richard Battle, a motivational speaker and author of "AmeriCANs Who Made America" discussing the current situation with our government. Is the shutdown suddenly uncovering a 'dirty little secret' about Obamacare? And later, Doug spars with a caller from California that has a VERY unique and strong opinion.
Simon opens the show with news that a DSM high school student has been deported and the boldly outrageous statement released by the DSM School Board stating "we care about our students" and that they provide safe schools for students and teachers. How much do they really care given their complacency in the Ian Roberts debacle? Later, Simon talks to Kelli Klink, Government Relations Director of the IA Cattlemen's Association, about President Trump's comments and commitment to purchasing beef from Argentina.
Simon talks to Patrick Semmens, VP of National Right To Work, about the current NIL bill in Congress and the reactions of Senate Democrats and Union leaders. Also, there were 30 NBA players, coaches and staff arrested for sports betting today. ESPN talking head, Stephen A. Smith says this is "Trump's fault"! Simon asks why and how.
Simon talks to Sam Clovis after today's call for a DOJ investigation on John Brennen by Congressman Jim Jordan. Later, Simon talks NATO actions after Russia temps fate &patience in Lithuania.
Simon talks to good friend & American Patriot, USAF Col. (Ret) Sam Clovis who was maliciously targeted and spied on by the FBI, CIA and DOJ when we worked in the first Trump Administration.
Surprising conversation with Duane Deason from the Efficacy Group over the growing trend of employees not taking their earned paid vacation time. You might be just as surprised as Simon was to learn why!
Simon talks to Maureen Steele, co-founder of 'American Made Foundation', about the outrageous nightmare one family is living over their cancer patient son. Despite documented proof of his treatments CPS is now involved and their lives have been turned upside down. You won't believe this story! Later, Simon talks money, finance and the economy with David Fischer from Landmark Capital. Is the economy slowing? Do you have enough gold & silver? What effects will today's announcement from the US Treasury Secretary have on the markets?
Simon talks to Maureen Steele, co-founder of 'American Made Foundation', about the outrageous nightmare one family is living over their cancer patient son. Despite documented proof of his treatments CPS is now involved and their lives have been turned upside down. You won't believe this story!
Simon starts the show with an update to the Creston, IA teacher who posted in celebration to the death of Charlie Kirk. How did a judge rule today on her 1st Amendment rights? Later, Simon talks to author of "DNA of Democracy", Richard Lyons about today's Congressional calls for former CIA Director, John Brennan, to be prosecuted for lying to Congress.
Simon learns about new groundbreaking work in food allergies and babies during his discussion with Dr Steve Goldberg and Health Track RX. Later, Simon talks to Marine Vet and former Federal Prosecutor, John Deaton about today's ruling in favor of President Trump allowing him to deploy troops to US states in protection of federal property and federal agents.
Tons of history in Hour 2! Simon starts with Tom Clavin, author of "Running Deep" and the incredible story of the deadliest sub in WW2, the TANG, including her heartbreaking torpedo #24. Then Simon interviews Director/Producer, Michael Pack, about his new film "Last 600 Meters" which opens over Veterans Day weekend. It is an inside look and firsthand interviews of those that were there in the deadly battles of Fallujah and Najaf.
Simon Conway interview with Border Czar Tom Homan
Simon opens the show with the history of other POTUS that have made changes & improvements to the White House over the years. Why is President Trump's ballroom construction any different? Later, Simon talks to Border Czar, Tom Homan, about the recent increases of violence on LEO and the recent call by Don Lemon for BIPOC to purchase firearms during the government shutdown. Homan also gives the latest numbers of arrests and deportations by his department.
How is the government shutdown affecting our federal judicial system? Simon and attorney Alan Ostergren answer that question and you'll be shocked. Are the current tariff changes going to change Christmas? Jason Woodward, CEO of Christmas Designers.com tells Simon everything he's seeing in the industry as December quickly approaches - will it be FA LA LALA LA or BAH HUMBUG?
Full 2nd hour with Simon asking Dr. Bo Kabala if there is a shift in age demographics within the Democratic Party after this past weekend's 'No King's Rally'. Later, Simon and Scott Walter, author of 'Arabella:The Dark Money Network of Leftist Billionaires Secretly Transforming America' discuss who is bankrolling the 'No King's' movement and why.
Simon tackles the day's biggest news headlines and them talks to IA Congresswoman Miller-Meeks about the continuing government shutdown, when it might reopen and what happens if the Continuing Resolution deadline expires.
Simon talks to Israel's new Consul General to the Midwest, Elad Strohmayer
Simon talks to Patent attorney, John Rizvi, about the "jam up" between Smuckers and Trader Joe's over the similarities between 'crustable' products. Also, Simon discusses the announcement by the DOJ that a man was arrested today in LA for being a Hamas militant involved in the atrocities of Oct 7, 2023 in Israel. And finally a few final words about this weekend's protests nationwide labled the "No Kings" protest.
Simon talks to Iowa Republican Chairman, Jeff Kauffman, who now also heads the RNC Presidential Nomination Committee. And later Simon talks to Country music icon and American patriot, Lee Greenwood, about his now song inspired by the movie 'Reagan'
Simon talks Friday headlines and the indictment of John Bolton. Later he discusses Gaza, the Middle East and South America developments.
Simon talks to Blue Star Mothers of Iowa President, Lisa Wilson and Vice President April "Mrs C" Conway about their upcoming care package campaign when they will mail 2700 care packages to Iowa service members around the world. Later, Simon has some fun with "Astro Clay", REAL Astronaut Clayton Anderson as they discuss Taylor Swift's comments about never wanting to go to "cold and dark space". Also, some fun was had talking about Simon's love of NASA and how close he came to going to grown up Space Camp!
Simon talks to NewsMax contributor and Author Chris Salcedo about his new book "Rise of the Liberty Loving Latino" and later Marjorie Dannerfesler from the Susan B Anthony Foundation is in studio discussing the upcoming Congressional races for Congresswoman Miller-Meeks and Congressman Nunn. Her organization are in Iowa to help both races and bring attention to the importance of voting Pro Life
Simon celebrates Mrs C's birthday before diving into a laundry list of headline news! He discusses the shutdown with Congresswoman Ashley Hinson and immigration regarding the recent arrest of a police officer who was also an ILLEGAL ALIEN WHO OVERSTAYED HIS VISA in Chicago
Simon talks to childhood cancer patient Mya and her Mom Brooke about her charity MyaStrong and how she's doing now through treatment. Later, Simon talks to Bill Dendy for a financial update and government shutdown and David Fischer from Landmark Capital about the current outlook of investments
Simon talks Mrs C's birthday gift - the Paul McCartney concert. Next he talks to Iowa Country music star Jason Brown followed by Kirk Leeds, CEO of Iowa Soybeans and the concerns of Iowa farmers
Powerful interview with freed Israeli hostage Yoni Diller and Charles Schneider from Iowans for Israel
Simon talks to Iowa Senator David Sires who is calling for the state to take over the DSM school system after Ian Roberts arrest and later talks to Mike Gonzalez from the Heritage Foundation about paid demonstrators
Simon talks to Attorney Alan Ostergren about the recent shocking arrest of Iowa Community leased
Simon and Dr. Oz discusses the problem of Autism.
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