Podcast appearances and mentions of Kim Reynolds

A new study will look at how environmental factors affect Iowan's health. Governor Kim Reynolds reflects on her last legislative session as governor. And former residents of a teen treatment center in Missouri say they were abused there.

0000019e-92b4-d4fa-addf-debe9cf50000https://www.wvik.org/podcast/good-morning-from-wvik-news/2026-06-04/iowa-gov-kim-reynolds-signs-three-strikes-bill-and-other-criminal-justice-measures-into-lawJoseph LeahyIowa Gov. Kim Reynolds signs 'three strikes' bill and other criminal justi

Don Van Houweling from Van Wall Equipment and John Deere's Deanna Kovar discuss today's signing of legislation by Kim Reynolds exempting ethanol fuel in farm equipment from the state excise tax. Jamie Loecker from Syngenta joins the show today as well to discuss herbicide application. Jamey Kohake is the market analyst of the day. And we'll hear from Duane Murley once again from his Holiday Vacations trip in Alaska aboard the Discovery III in Fairbanks!

To be Governor or not to be Governor, that is the question his hour but only for 1 of these 2 guests because one of them already IS Governor! This hour SIMON talks to Congressman RANDY FEENSTRA about his campaign to be Iowa's next Governor. Later, SIMON and Governor KIM REYNOLDS discuss the bills she's signed recently, what she was happy to see come to her desk and what she plans to do after leaving office.

Iowa Governor KIM REYNOLDS is live in-studio with SIMON to talk about the bills that successfully reached her desk, what she was most excited to sign, what she hopes will happen in the future and the things she's looking forward to after leaving Terrace Hill.

With just days left until the primary SIMON asks "Have you seen, met or heard from ALL of the candidates?" Frustration seems to be building across Iowa that one candidate is difficult to locate. Later, SIMON talks to U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services, ROBERT F KENNEDY. He is in Iowa today to celebrate a MAHA bill signed by Governor Kim Reynolds.

U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services, ROBERT F KENNEDY JR was in Iowa today for the signing of a leading MAHA bill by Governor KIM REYNOLDS. He and SIMON talk about how this will create change for Iowa children as well as the Surgeon General's report that was released today with some shocking new information about screen times and the effects on our children.

The Iowa Primary is coming up on June 2nd. Josiah has been a low information voter this year, so Justin Comer from Rock Hard Caucus is here to tell him who to vote for.Follow Justin on Bluesky @justinkcomer.rockhardcauc.usCheck out Rock Hard Caucus: rockhardcauc.usBecome a Fruitless Patron here: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=11922141Check out Fruitless on YouTubeFind more of Josiah's work: https://linktr.ee/josiahwsuttonFollow Josiah on Twitter @josiahwsuttonMusic & Audio creditsFeel - NoCopyrightMusicBass - NoCopyrightMusicYesterday – bloom."Josh Turek - Underdog," Josh Turek on YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kCD3vVVAa7U"I'm Running for U.S. Senate," Zach Wahls for Iowa on YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oLlwK00ol_I"Ashley Hinson for Congress - WATCH IT," Ashley Hinson on YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fNSd0px_96Q"Sen. Joni Ernst defends Medicaid cuts, says 'well, we all are going to die'," Associated Press on YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wVxh7-_fkvg"2014, Joni Ernst - Squeal - political ad - closed captioned," Captioning for Everyone on YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zc8uLuHsNw0"Sarah Trone Garriott 2024," Sarah Trone Garriott on YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hon2AI7E8CE"Bohannan: Doing What's Right," Bohannan for Congress on YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lzZSYtSCJew"President Biden: I'm staying in the race!," C-SPAN on YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pk10PQ_h2io"Feenstra Formally Launches Campaign for Governor of Iowa," Feenstra for Governor on YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TLmqUgPTHuA"Good vs. Evil," Adam Steen for Governor on YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WAc6-rAYrvY"Zach Lahn - Defend our Land," Zach Lahn for Governor on YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0-DBn5FBN4o"Stealing is Bad - Rob Sand for Iowa," Rob Sand on YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bUiHlQRxPDcRob Sand's legalization ad on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/reel/4850102835216495In My Dreams - bloom. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

The city of Des Moines is expecting a budget shortfall after Governor Kim Reynolds signed a property tax bill into law. Democratic candidate for governor Rob Sand says he would address PBMs. And who are the Republicans running to represent Iowa's Second Congressional District?

Here in Iowa many people felt like the heavens opened up and the sun shined brightly today, especially MRS C, with Governor Kim Reynolds signing HF2794 into law. Unfortunately, in the UN they are still trying to decide if the sky is falling. SIMON talks to GREGORY WRIGHTSTIONE about the Intergovernmental Review Committee on Climate Change.

Governor Kim Reynolds on Monday signed a bill into law that she says will provide about 4-billion dollars in property tax savings over six years.

The U.S. Supreme Court has filed to preserve telehealth access to the abortion pill mifepristone as new Iowa restrictions await Gov. Kim Reynolds' signature. On this Newsbuzz edition of River to River, we break down what this SCOTUS action means with law professor Jill Wieber Lens and what may come next for abortion pill access. Plus, we kick off our 2026 primary election preview series, get a spring crop update with Mark Licht, say farewell to IPR's Josie Fischels and groove into the weekend with Studio One host Cece Mitchell.

Michigan Senator Elissa Slotkin was in Iowa last night rallying Democrats. Gov. Kim Reynolds won't say why top officials for Iowa's public employee pension system were put on leave. And foster parent training requirements will change in Iowa.

Iowa's conservative tax reform story didn't happen by accident — and Governor Kim Reynolds made that crystal clear at the annual ITR/NFIB Tax Day Luncheon in Des Moines. With roughly 200 attendees packing the Hilton downtown, Chris Hagenow and John Hendrickson recap what the governor had to say about Iowa's decade-long transformation from one of the worst tax climates in the country to one of the best. From income tax reform to inheritance tax elimination to government efficiency, Reynolds made the case that Iowa's success is a model for the nation — and that the secret ingredient has always been fiscal discipline alongside the tax cuts, not instead of them.The numbers back it up. New IRS migration data for 2023 shows red states gained $37.2 billion in adjusted gross income and nearly 500,000 new tax filers, while blue states lost $41 billion and over 500,000 filers. Iowa is part of that story. Meanwhile, Washington State — which had no income tax — just enacted a 9.9% rate, and companies like Starbucks are already eyeing exits. Chris and John break down what this means for Iowa's competitive position and why the fiscal foundation Reynolds built is what makes continued reform possible.Property taxes are the unfinished business of Iowa's reform era, and Governor Reynolds called it plainly at the luncheon: it's the last big thing she wants to get done before leaving office. With the House, Senate, and governor each carrying a bill and session winding down, Chris and John dig into the state of negotiations — the 2% cap, growth factors, TIF reform, SAVE fund acceleration, and the importance of making sure whatever passes actually limits spending. The point is made clearly: if local governments can simply raise franchise fees, increase bonding, or find other workarounds, the reform won't deliver real relief to Iowa taxpayers.The governor's race got a quick update, with Congressman Randy Feenstra on television making the case for continuing to lower — and eventually eliminate — Iowa's income tax, Adam Steen hitting the mail, and Zach Lahn running a statewide tour focused on land ownership issues. The ITR Local Government Symposium is coming this summer — details ahead at taxrelief.org. Like and subscribe to ITR Live on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts, and share the show with someone who cares about Iowa taxes.00:00 Welcome & Intro00:58 Tax Day Luncheon Recap02:38 Trivia Question03:59 Iowa Tax Reform Legacy07:34 Fiscal Discipline & Tax Cuts11:16 Red State Migration Data14:20 Reynolds on Property Taxes16:01 Property Tax Cap Negotiations20:00 Local Government Efficiency23:05 Spending Cap Loopholes Warning27:46 Taxpayer Voice at the Capitol29:14 Governor's Race Update31:40 Feenstra on Income Tax33:45 One Size Fits All Debate38:22 Closing

One of Governor Kim Reynolds priorities this year has been to make improvements to Iowa's 520 plans. These savings plans have always been for educational uses but now they are expanding! Iowa Treasurer ROBY SMITH explains it all to SIMON and how beneficial this will be for Iowa's future generations. Isave529.com

Governor Kim Reynolds signed a bill that will temporarily raise taxes on HMO health insurance plans. Residents in Cedar Falls are concerned about a proposed cryptocurrency mine. And how Kansas communities deal with tumbleweeds.

Six years ago this week, the WHO declared COVID-19 a global pandemic — and within days, America shut down. Chris Hagenow and John Hendrickson mark the anniversary with a candid conversation about why the biggest policy event of a generation has been largely memory-holed, and why that's dangerous. Iowa, under Governor Kim Reynolds, was among the best-managed states in the country — but the national reckoning on government overreach, civil liberties violations, and accountability for public health officials has never arrived. Worse, the trillions in federal stimulus spending that followed are still rippling through Iowa's fiscal reality today in the form of inflation and a strained state budget.The Iowa Revenue Estimating Conference released its March forecast this week, and the numbers tell an important story. Iowa's FY2026 general fund revenues are projected at $8.111 billion — down 9.3% from the prior year, with the current year revised down an additional $46 million from December due to federal tax changes in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. The good news: Moody's and Fitch both reaffirmed Iowa's Triple-A credit rating, citing conservative budgeting and a strong fiscal foundation built over years of disciplined leadership. Revenue is projected to recover in FY2027 ($8.499B, +4.2%) and FY2028 ($8.717B, +2.9%) — and Iowa's 2018 sales tax base broadening, which doesn't get nearly enough credit, is showing up as a stabilizing force in the state's revenue mix right now.Not all the fiscal news is smooth. Iowa faces a $78 million Medicaid shortfall for FY2026 and a projected $200 million deficit for FY2027. Chris and John break down why Medicaid and education spending are the warning flags even the credit rating agencies are flagging, and why holding the line on spending discipline is the only path that keeps Iowa's landmark tax reforms intact. As Director Paulsen made clear: Iowa has the reserves to manage through this — but only if the legislature stays the course.Today is also the final deadline for Iowa candidates to file petitions for the June 2 primary, and ITR Live is tracking the field in real time. From the governor's race to legislative seats, Chris gives a live rundown of what to watch — including one Republican congressional candidate who dropped out this week. John also teases a new debate posted at ITRFoundation.org: a back-and-forth on "What is Conservatism?" that's worth your time. Subscribe to ITR Live on YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts — and share the show with someone who wants Iowa's most informed conservative commentary.0:00 - Welcome & Intro1:27 - Trivia: The Irish Confederate "Stonewall of the West"5:50 - COVID at 6 Years: The Reckoning America Isn't Having10:22 - Iowa vs. the Nation: How Reynolds Got It Right11:00 - COVID's Lasting Damage: Schools, Mental Health & Inflation14:16 - Stimulus Spending, Overreach & the Accountability Nobody Wants16:30 - March REC Forecast: Breaking Down Iowa's Revenue Numbers19:23 - Moody's & Fitch Reaffirm Iowa's Triple-A Credit Rating21:29 - Iowa's Medicaid Problem: $78M Now, $200M Coming in FY2723:47 - The 2018 Tax Reform Nobody Talks About (But Should)26:36 - First Look at FY2028 Revenue Projections30:21 - Iowa Candidate Filing Deadline: Who's In, Who's Out32:25 - New: The Conservatism Debate at ITRFoundation.org33:14 - Outro

0000019c-e758-db83-a79f-fffed0cd0000https://www.wvik.org/podcast/good-morning-from-wvik-news/2026-03-13/iowa-gov-kim-reynolds-kicks-off-legacy-tour-in-cedar-rapidsJoseph LeahyIowa Gov. Kim Reynolds kicks off legacy tour in Cedar Rapids

Gov. Kim Reynolds signed a bill into law that will likely affect cities that have local gender identity anti-discrimination protections. More candidates for governor and a U.S. Senate seat are submitting paperwork for the primaries. And a look at the effort to change Iowa's Medicaid income limits for people with disabilities.

The Iran War is reshaping the Middle East. ISU's Jonathan Hassid and Kelly Winfrey discuss the war and how it's reshaping the way we talk, think and argue about war itself. They also discuss a bill barring local civil rights protections that was signed by Gov. Kim Reynolds and the SAVE Act.

Iowa's 2026 governor's race is already drawing national attention — and this week it got expensive. Randy Feenstra launched a seven-figure statewide TV ad tying Rob Sand to the open borders left and positioning himself as the candidate who will "stand tall" on immigration. Chris Hagenow and ITR Foundation Policy Director John Hendrickson break down what the ad signals about the Republican primary, why immigration has become a centerpiece issue, and what it means for Sand as he tries to stake out a centrist lane in a state that keeps moving right.Rob Sand made waves this week with a social media reel blasting Iowa's budget continuation bill (SF 2461) — accusing Republicans of lacking accountability, calling out Education Savings Account vendor Odyssey, and strongly implying that if elected governor he should have the authority to force a government shutdown over budget disputes. Chris and John unpack the reel line by line: is Sand calling for shutdown power, or is this just a fundraising play? And what does his continued focus on ESA "accountability" tell us about his general election strategy — and its risks?Iowa just became the first state in the nation to receive a federal education waiver under the Trump administration's "Returning Education to the States" initiative — unlocking a $9.5 million block grant that gives Iowa parents and local schools dramatically more flexibility over how federal education dollars are spent. ITR Foundation's John Hendrickson, who wrote the definitive piece on this development, explains what the waiver actually does, why education belongs at the state level under the 10th Amendment, and why Iowa's track record on school choice — from ESAs to open enrollment to charter schools — makes it the ideal proving ground for this new model.ITR Tax Day Luncheon — April 1, 2026 at the Hilton Des Moines Downtown. Governor Kim Reynolds will be the featured speaker. Tickets and details at ITRFoundation.org. If you enjoy ITR Live, please subscribe, leave a review, and share the show — it helps us get the message out on the issues that matter most to Iowa taxpayers.0:00 - Welcome & Intro0:56 - Tax Day Luncheon Announcement (April 1 | Gov. Reynolds)1:41 - Trivia: The Only Man to Be Both Chief Justice and President5:27 - Feenstra Launches 7-Figure Ad in Iowa Governor's Race7:08 - Immigration as a Campaign Issue: Where Does Rob Sand Stand?12:12 - Rob Sand's Budget Reel: Shutdown Threat or Political Theater?15:11 - ESA Accountability Debate: Public Schools vs. Private Choice21:39 - Iowa Becomes First State to Win Federal Education Waiver28:26 - Why Education Belongs at the State Level (10th Amendment)31:38 - Outro & Where to Find ITR

On Iowa Politics is a weekly news and analysis podcast that aims to recreate the kinds of conversations that happen when you get political reporters from across Iowa together after the day's deadlines have been met. Tackling anything from local to state to national, On Iowa Politics is your weekly dose of analysis and insight into the issues affecting Iowa.This week on the podcast: Gov. Kim Reynolds' private plane, republican gubernatorial candidate Randy Feenstra's ad buy and developments in property tax legislation at the Iowa Capitol.This episode was hosted by the Gazette Des Moines Bureau Chief Erin Murphy. It features Lee Des Moines Bureau Chief Maya Marchel Hoff, Jared McNett of the Sioux City Journal and Gazette columnists Althea Cole and Todd Dorman.This episode was produced by Gazette Social Video Producer Bailey Cichon.Read the articles mentioned in this episode:2:33 'A sobering reminder that our freedom is not free': Reynolds offers condolences to families of Iowa soldiers killed in Kuwaithttps://qctimes.com/news/state-regional/government-politics/article_78ef53ac-082d-4c34-a069-8123d78393ce.html3:21 Kim Reynolds clearly has earned her wings https://www.thegazette.com/opinion/kim-reynolds-clearly-has-earned-her-wings/article_1e5a4c72-ea6b-5a1d-bb54-1dd8508f9458.html15:50 Feenstra campaign touts '7-figure ad buy' highlighting hiswork with Trump https://siouxcityjournal.com/news/state-regional/government-politics/article_4058ccee-5505-4e93-b51d-1b4da2a56e26.html20:57 First public hearing held on one of many bills designed toaddress Iowans' property taxeshttps://www.thegazette.com/news/first-public-hearing-held-on-one-of-many-bills-designed-to-address-iowans-property-taxes/article_d56c3479-2703-55f3-a57b-1ecbbb94631e.html25:36 ‘It is a total overhaul': Key Iowa Senate lawmaker adamanton passing property tax relief in 2026https://qctimes.com/news/state-regional/government-politics/article_8edb3dd2-94ed-4d90-8a1d-96a3cff362e3.html

Governor Kim Reynolds is defending her use of a state-owned plane for official travel. Driver's license tests would only be offered in English under a bill in the state legislature. And ISU basketball player Audi Crooks is breaking records ahead of March Madness.

Gov. Kim Reynolds has proposed a bill that regulates local government civil rights rules. Linn County supervisors are drafting data center development regulations. And there's a bill that wouldn't allow some partnerships between public schools and public libraries.

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".

On the Iowa Business Report weekend edition:* An assessment of the health of the U.S. economy by policy analyst Phil Kerpen, president of American Commitment* Gov. Kim Reynolds outlines key provisions of her property tax reform proposal* In our business profile, you'll meet David Deeds of JSA Development of WaterlooThe Iowa Business Report is presented by the Iowa Business Council, online at iowabusinesscouncil.org. Additional support comes from the Iowa Secretary of State, sos.iowa.gov/protectyourbusiness.

Iowa Business Report Thursday EditionJan. 22, 2026    Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds outlines key components of her property tax reform proposal. 

Happy Martin Luther King Jr. Day! Governor Kim Reynolds is proposing Iowa to sell ivermectin over the counter. There's also a bill to regulate some general education requirements at Iowa's public universities.

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

On Iowa Politics is a weekly news and analysis podcast that aims to recreate the kinds of conversations that happen when you get political reporters from across Iowa together after the day's deadlines have been met. Tackling anything from local to state to national, On Iowa Politics is your weekly dose of analysis and insight into the issues affecting Iowa.This week, Gov. Kim Reynolds gives her penultimate — not her last — Condition of the State address, the Iowa Legislature's annual work has begun, and so much more.This episode was hosted by the Gazette Des Moines Bureau Chief Erin Murphy. It features Gazette Deputy Bureau Chief Tom Barton, Lee Des Moines Bureau Chief Maya Marchel Hoff, Sarah Watson of the Quad City Times, Jared McNett of the Sioux City Journal and Gazette columnists Althea Cole and Todd Dorman.Read the articles mentioned in this episode: McGowan touts endorsement from former Gov. Branstad, more than $500k in fundraising since June https://siouxcityjournal.com/news/local/government-politics/elections/article_7d7382a0-ba33-4475-a1c2-84b72fc05a5f.htmlQuad-Cities community response session organized after ICE shooting in Minnesota: https://qctimes.com/news/local/government-politics/article_aa0990a9-85b6-41c2-8fa5-19d573c54e0d.htmlIowa Gov. Reynolds, in final policy push, proposes property tax overhaul: https://www.thegazette.com/state-government/iowa-gov-reynolds-in-final-policy-push-proposes-property-tax-overhaul/Iowa Gov. Reynolds proposes $9.7B budget, again drawing from state reserve funds: https://www.thegazette.com/state-government/iowa-gov-reynolds-proposes-9-7b-budget-again-drawing-from-state-reserve-funds/Iowa eminent domain, landowner rights bill passes House committee: https://www.thegazette.com/state-government/capitol-notebook-iowa-eminent-domain-landowner-rights-bill-passes-house-committee/This episode was produced by Gazette Social Video Producer Bailey Cichon.

In this episode of ITR Live, Chris Hagenow and John Hendrickson break down the first full week of the 2026 Iowa legislative session, with a sharp focus on property taxes, government spending, and the tone being set by legislative leadership. After years of debate, property taxes are unmistakably front and center—across party lines—marking what could be a pivotal session for Iowa taxpayers.The hosts walk through opening-day speeches from Republican leaders and Kim Reynolds, highlighting a consistent message: spending drives taxation. Chris and John emphasize that Iowa's recent income tax reforms were only possible because of disciplined budgeting, and that the same principle must now be applied to property taxes. Proposals such as a 2% cap on local government budget growth are framed not as cuts, but as a way to slow growth to a level Iowans can afford.A significant portion of the conversation focuses on the predictable pushback from local governments and media voices, including familiar scare tactics suggesting that any restraint will lead to unsafe communities or failing infrastructure. Chris and John push back hard, noting that slowing the growth of spending is not the same as cutting essential services—and that similar warnings in past debates never materialized.The episode also dives into specific policy ideas emerging early in session, including limits on tax increment financing (TIF), efforts to redirect a larger share of the SAVE sales tax toward property tax relief, and incentives for local government consolidation and efficiency. While supportive of the overall direction, the hosts raise concerns about proposals like senior property tax freezes, warning that they risk creating unequal treatment within the tax code.The discussion closes on a cautiously optimistic note. With multiple major bills introduced in week one and clear alignment among Republican leaders, Chris and John argue that the opportunity for meaningful reform is real—but only if lawmakers stay focused on the core issue: controlling the growth of government spending so taxpayers can finally get lasting relief.

During what may be her last Condition of the State, Gov. Kim Reynolds said our government needs to be reminded that "money doesn't grow on trees" as she eyes limits to municipal revenue growth. House Minority Leader Rep. Brian Meyer countered after her speech that Iowa is in a "fiscal death spiral" due to previous tax cuts. On this Politics Day edition of River to River, political analysts Dave Peterson and Jonathan Hassid help us dissect Iowa Republicans' legislative agenda, a growing number of independents and the future of Affordable Care Act subsidies.

There's a bill in the Iowa House that would ban eminent domain for carbon pipelines. A Democrat has announced a campaign for state secretary of agriculture. And what did Gov. Kim Reynolds have to say in her Condition of the State last night?

It's the 'morning after the night before' when Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds gave her 9th and final State of the State address and as always, she gives Simon her first interview the day after to recap everything in her plan!

0000019b-bcef-d6e4-a59f-bcefa04a0000https://www.wvik.org/podcast/good-morning-from-wvik-news/2026-01-14/iowa-gov-kim-reynolds-calls-for-restricting-city-and-county-spending-to-reduce-property-taxes-during-condition-of-the-state-addressJoseph LeahyIowa Gov. Kim Reynolds calls for restricting city and county spending to r

Iowa has been awarded a $209 million federal grant to expand and improve health care across the state — the first installment of what officials say could total $1 billion over the next five years. The funding is part of the federal Rural Health Transformation Program and is aimed at strengthening access to care, equipment and workforce development in rural communities. Leaders from Iowa's critical access hospitals talk about what this funding could mean on the ground and why they say it falls far short of what rural providers are bracing for. We also discuss workforce shortages, the challenge of recruiting specialists like OB-GYNs, and the “hub and spoke” model Gov. Kim Reynolds has promoted to reshape rural health care delivery. Later, host Charity Nebbe announces Talk of Iowa's 2026 Book Club selections with IPR talk show producer, Caitlin Troutman.

Gov. Kim Reynolds has created a nuclear energy task force. The superintendent of Sioux City Public Schools has officially resigned. Democratic lawmakers in the Iowa House are proposing tax rebates for homeowners and renters.

The Iowa Legislature gavels in for the 2026 session next week. On today's episode we take a closer look at the processes and people at the statehouse, starting with IPR reporters Katarina Sostaric and Isabella Luu to share their insights on reporting from the capitol. Then we talk about what's changed about the legislature over the decades with former state lawmaker Andy McKean and how Iowans can effectively get involved during the session with lobbyist Dustin Miller. Also, we talk with journalist and host of 'Iowa Press' on Iowa PBS O. Kay Henderson about Gov. Kim Reynolds' tenure and what's to come for her final year in office.

This week, we look back at the year that was. And what a year it was.On Iowa Politics is a weekly news and analysis podcast that aims to recreate the kinds of conversations that happen when you get political reporters from across Iowa together after the day's deadlines have been met. Tackling anything from local to state to national, On Iowa Politics is your weekly dose of analysis and insight into the issues affecting Iowa.This episode was hosted by the Gazette Des Moines Bureau Chief Erin Murphy. It features Gazette Deputy Bureau Chief Tom Barton, Lee Des Moines Bureau Chief Maya Marchel Hoff, Sarah Watson of the Quad City Times, Jared McNett of the Sioux City Journal and Gazette columnists Althea Cole and Todd Dorman.This episode was produced by Gazette Social Video Producer Bailey Cichon.Read the articles mentioned in this episode: U.S. Army identifies Iowa Guard soldiers killed in Syria: https://www.thegazette.com/federal-government/u-s-army-identifies-iowa-guard-soldiers-killed-in-syria/Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds announces she will not seek a third term: https://www.thegazette.com/state-government/iowa-gov-kim-reynolds-announces-she-will-not-seek-a-third-term/Iowa's Ernst makes it official, will not seek re-election to third U.S. Senate term: https://www.thegazette.com/campaigns-elections/iowas-ernst-makes-it-official-will-not-seek-re-election-to-third-u-s-senate-term/Reynolds declares ‘Lutheran Services in Iowa Day' as layoffs, federal interference imperil organization: https://siouxcityjournal.com/news/state-regional/government-politics/article_1287af14-fec6-11ef-9ae9-cb0f2001986f.htmlSioux City refugee family starting over, again, after apartment fire: https://siouxcityjournal.com/news/state-regional/government-politics/article_1287af14-fec6-11ef-9ae9-cb0f2001986f.htmlIndictment says Des Moines superintendent falsely claimed to be U.S. citizen: https://www.thegazette.com/crime-courts/indictment-says-des-moines-superintendent-falsely-claimed-to-be-u-s-citizen/Recount unlikely in C.R. schools' narrowly failed bond referendum: https://www.thegazette.com/k/recount-unlikely-in-c-r-schools-narrowly-failed-bond-referendum/Opinion: Tawana Grover has to go: https://www.thegazette.com/staff-columnists/tawana-grover-has-to-go/ This Iowa county made the biggest swing to Republican in the last 12 years.Here's what voters there said is the reason:

Gov. Kim Reynolds says a property tax relief plan is still in the works. Several businesses in Iowa City had to close because of the building owners' debt. And two Iowa Congress members say they'll push to get a full Farm Bill passed next year.

This week on the podcast we discuss Gov. Reynolds talking property taxes, THC drink limits in the government funding bill, a potential Democratic candidate for state ag secretary, and the Iowa delegation's votes on the Epstein files.On Iowa Politics is a weekly news and analysis podcast that aims to recreate the kinds of conversations that happen when you get political reporters from across Iowa together after the day's deadlines have been met. Tackling anything from local to state to national, On Iowa Politics is your weekly dose of analysis and insight into the issues affecting Iowa.This episode was hosted by the Gazette Des Moines Bureau Chief Erin Murphy. It features Lee Des Moines Bureau Chief Maya Marchel Hoff, Sarah Watson of the Quad City Times, Jared McNett of the Sioux City Journal and Gazette columnists Althea Cole and Todd Dorman.Read stories featured in this episode:Gov. Kim Reynolds plans to introduce property tax proposal during next legislative session: https://qctimes.com/news/state-regional/government-politics/article_171e89cc-bae9-43f2-a79a-2efb867e3f16.html'It would all go away': Iowa hemp retailers 'frustrated' by new law restricting products: https://qctimes.com/news/state-regional/government-politics/article_05f5bf06-f892-41b2-a1ed-325aa7ab7eba.htmlIowa's congressional delegation votes to release Epstein files: https://qctimes.com/news/state-regional/government-politics/article_1b5368b6-3cab-4190-8f2d-5f063363eb4f.htmlThis episode was produced by Gazette Social Video Producer Bailey Cichon.Get daily Iowa politics updates by signing up for the free On Iowa Politics Newsletter. (https://subscribepage.io/oniowapolitics)Comments: erin.murphy@thegazette.com, bailey.cichon@thegazette.com

Broadcast from KSQD, Santa Cruz on 11-06-2025:>/p> Dr. Dawn interviews Cindy Jackonette and Dr. Michael Alexander about a fundraiser for pancreatic cancer awareness on November 15th at Bargetto Winery from 2-5pm, supporting the Santa Cruz Cancer Benefit Group. Dr. Alexander explains pancreatic cancer has only 10-15% five-year survival rates and is difficult to screen for. Screening involves complex endoscopy procedures examining pancreatic ducts, CT scans and biomarker scans. The disease represents 3% of cancer cases but 8% of deaths. Immune checkpoint inhibitors show limited success except in Lynch syndrome patients with DNA repair defects. The Santa Cruz Cancer Benefit Group donates annually to local cancer organizations and is all volunteer-run with minimal overhead. An emailer asks when her 56-year-old half-African American son should get colon cancer screening given his father and uncle both had the disease. Dr. Dawn explains African Americans have increased risk and recommends immediate colonoscopy despite the ideal screening window being 10 years ago. She emphasizes identifying whether he produces polyps, which would require surveillance every 3-5 years. Unlike pancreatic cancer, colon cancer is highly curable when detected early, with death rates dropping 30-40% since colonoscopies became standard in the mid-1990s. She recommends preventive measures including daily 200mg ibuprofen (if no ulcer history) and a high-fiber diet rich in colorful vegetables containing antioxidants that reduce oxidative stress and DNA damage from free radicals. An emailer from Israel asks about supporting his 38-year-old son's rectal adenocarcinoma treatment. Dr. Dawn recommends nutritional strategies including juicing 10 different fruits and vegetables daily, 20mg melatonin for synergy with chemotherapy, vitamin D supplementation, and L-glutamine as primary food for bowel healing and lymphocyte function. She suggests DHA fish oil to enhance chemotherapy effectiveness, green tea for oncogene inhibition, astragalus herb to increase phagocytic activity and natural killer cells, and rotating water-extracted mushroom formulas with beta-glucans, particularly maitake and shitake. Glutamine also protects mucous membranes from radiation burns. Dr. Dawn discusses alarming cancer rate increases among young adults in Corn Belt states including Iowa, Nebraska, Illinois, Minnesota, Indiana, and Kansas. Since 2015, these states show 5% higher cancer rates for ages 15-49 compared to national averages, with particularly elevated kidney and skin cancer rates. Young women face 66% higher skin cancer risk than peers in other states. . Governor Kim Reynolds invested $1 million for research while Bayer's attempt to shield Roundup from lawsuits failed. Dr. Dawn notes Roundup now contains diquat after removing glyphosate. It has taken decades to accumulate evidence of glyphosates harms, She warns that absence of evidence of Diquats being harmful isn't evidence of safety and that Ames testing suggests high mutation potential. An emailer shares a JAMA article on lithium for Alzheimer's disease. Dr. Dawn explains that calcium dysregulation through NMDA receptors plays an upstream role in Alzheimer's pathology. Lithium, a bipolar disorder treatment, can reset deranged calcium gates, inhibiting mitochondrial damage and tau protein production. She emphasizes tau protein as the true culprit in Alzheimer's while amyloid beta is more symptomatic. Correcting calcium homeostasis allows neuronal autophagy systems to clear waste more efficiently rather than being overwhelmed. She reports dramatic peanut allergy declines following 2017 pediatric recommendations for introducing peanuts at 4-6 months based on the LEAP study showing 81% reduction. Between 2017-2020, peanut allergies dropped from 0.79% to 0.45% of all children under 3, with overall food allergies declining 36%. Studies also show pregnant mothers eating peanuts reduces offspring allergy risk by promoting immune tolerance. We conclude with breakthrough wireless retinal implants for macular degeneration, where cameras on glasses convert images to near-infrared signals to retinal implants which stimulate surviving retinal neurons. The prototype allowed patients to improve by two lines on eye charts and perceive facial expressions and read smaller print.

Simon talks one on one with Governor Kim Reynolds for an update on her statewide roundtable tour, DOGE, property taxes, IPERS and much more.

In this episode of ITR Live, Chris Hagenow and John Hendrickson dive into two big stories shaping Iowa's political and fiscal landscape: Randy Feenstra's official entry into the 2026 governor's race and Iowa's sharp rise in national tax competitiveness rankings.The conversation opens with Feenstra's long-anticipated announcement. Chris and John break down what the move means for the Republican field, why Feenstra is considered the frontrunner, and how his campaign message of “America First for Iowa” could play out on the state level. They question what the slogan really means in policy terms and whether Iowa voters will see it as substance or branding.The hosts then turn to the Tax Foundation's new State Business Tax Climate Index, where Iowa jumped from 20th to 17th in overall tax competitiveness — a major improvement from its 44th-place ranking just a few years ago. Chris and John explain what that ranking means, how Iowa's flat tax continues to boost the state's position, and where more work is needed — particularly on property taxes.As the episode unfolds, the discussion moves from rankings to reform. The hosts preview property tax debates coming in the 2026 legislative session and emphasize Governor Kim Reynolds' continued push to apply the same fiscal discipline that delivered Iowa's flat tax to local governments. They also highlight the ongoing need for efficiency and consolidation among Iowa's 99 counties and local entities to reduce costs for taxpayers.The episode closes with a spirited exchange about South Dakota's new property tax task force and why the key to lasting relief isn't tinkering with formulas — it's cutting government spending. As always, Chris and John remind listeners that the solution to Iowa's tax challenges begins and ends with responsible budgeting and smaller government.

Gov. Kim Reynolds says IPERS is not going anywhere. Polk County and crowdfunding sources are trying to fund water sensors throughout the state. And what do we know about high E. coli levels in Iowa's waterways?

Gov. Kim Reynolds signed an executive order that requires work authorization checks for new state employees. The Iowa Supreme Court is deciding if low-income Iowans should have to pay court fees if their case is dismissed. And methane from landfills in Dubuque is converted into natural gas to power homes.

Gov. Kim Reynolds says Iowa school performance is progressing because of her administration's policies. New law enforcement technology is coming to an eastern Iowa town, despite residents' pushback. And UnityPoint nurses in central Iowa say the company is trying to stop union efforts.

In this episode of ITR Live, Chris Hagenow and John Hendrickson reflect on a season of transition in Iowa politics. The conversation begins with the sad news of State Senator Claire Celsi entering hospice care, followed by the major announcement that Senate Majority Leader Jack Whitver will not seek reelection. Chris and John take time to honor Whitver's service and leadership, calling it the end of an era for Iowa conservatives.They describe Whitver as one of the most consequential leaders in Iowa's history, whose partnership with Governor Kim Reynolds helped deliver transformational tax reform, prudent budgeting, and a new era of fiscal conservatism. Whitver's ability to communicate clearly, lead a caucus, and raise the resources necessary to secure and expand a Republican majority is highlighted as a central reason for Iowa's recent wave of conservative victories.The discussion then shifts to John Hendrickson's new role on the advisory board of the Center for Intellectual Freedom at the University of Iowa. Chris and John share their excitement about the center's mission: encouraging civic education, free speech, and a return to teaching the Constitution and America's founding principles. They emphasize that these initiatives are not partisan but essential for a healthy democracy and a well-rounded education.The episode wraps up with listener feedback on a recent discussion about Christian martyrs in American history, including reactions to bold statements made on the show. As always, Chris and John remind listeners that ITR Live exists to defend ideas, encourage thoughtful debate, and keep taxpayers at the center of Iowa's policy discussions.

President Trump has proposed scaling back federal funding for low-income renters as part of his budget for the next fiscal year that starts in October. Developers are already responding by scaling back projects that rent to people who depend on that aid to pay their rent. Denice Wint of EAH Housing, a low-income housing developer, explains more.And, Gov. Kim Reynolds explains why she went around the legislature to overhaul the state's child care system.Then, rising costs, tariffs and funding cuts to public education are heightening the debate over who should be paying for school supplies — parents or teachers? Chabeli Carrazana, an economy and child care reporter for The 19th, joins us.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Steve and the crew discuss the scuffling of Trump's nominee for United States attorney for the District of Columbia, Ed Martin, and why it's emblematic of the overall posture of the Republican Party. Then, Bob Vander Plaats of the Family Leader joins the program to discuss the precarious situation Iowa is in with Governor Kim Reynolds' announcement she's not running for re-election. Hour Two is Ask Deace Anything, featuring questions from Steve's audience on Facebook. TODAY'S SPONSORS: FAST GROWING TREES: https://www.fast-growing-trees.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=audio&utm_campaign=Steve+Deace+Show code DEACE BEAM: https://shopbeam.com/products/sleep-powder?discount=steve&variant=40436356710455&selling_plan=787415095&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=sponsorship&utm_campaign=steve and use code STEVE at checkout PREBORN: https://give.preborn.com/preborn/media-partner?sc=IABSD0123RA JASE MEDICAL: https://jasemedical.com/ and enter code “DEACE” at checkout for a discount on your order Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices