Podcasts about Pella

Two social media experts walk into Mysa Hus, and what comes out is a refreshingly honest take on the wins, the flops, and the algorithm mysteries nobody can fully explain. Alyssa Abbott from Olive and Vine Socials and Mary Clark from Pella swap stories about overworked carousels that flopped, lazy Saturday posts that crushed it, and why chasing every trending audio clip is a great way to end up in murky water. They also tackle the AI elephant in the room, and spoiler, authenticity wins every single time. Support the show - https://www.curiousbuilderpodcast.com/shop See our upcoming live events - https://www.curiousbuilderpodcast.com/events The host of the Curious Builder Podcast is Mark D. Williams, the founder of Mark D. Williams Custom Homes Inc. They are an award-winning Twin Cities-based home builder, creating quality custom homes and remodels — one-of-a-kind dream homes of all styles and scopes. Whether you're looking to reimagine your current space or start fresh with a new construction, we build homes that reflect how you live your everyday life. Sponsors for the Episode:  Pella Website: https://www.pella.com/ppc/professionals/why-wood/  Where to find the Guest:  Alyssa Abbott Website: https://oliveandvinesocials.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oliveandvinesocials/ Mary Clark Website: https://www.pella.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mary-clark-9b45b2119/ Where to find the Host:  Website - https://www.mdwilliamshomes.com/  Podcast Website - https://www.curiousbuilderpodcast.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/markdwilliams_customhomes/  Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/MarkDWilliamsCustomHomesInc/  LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-williams-968a3420/  Houzz - https://www.houzz.com/pro/markdwilliamscustomhomes/mark-d-williams-custom-homes-inc

“The Fourth Commandment: Two Great Reasons” based on Exodus 20:8-11, Deuteronomy 5:12-15, and Isaiah 58:13-14, given by Pastor Ryan Landt on June 21, 2026 at Cornerstone Church in Pella. Continue reading The post The Fourth Commandment: Two Great Reasons first appeared on Cornerstone Church.

“The Fourth Commandment: A Day of Protest” based on Exodus 20:8-11, given by Pastor Ryan Landt on June 14, 2026 at Cornerstone Church in Pella. Continue reading The post The Fourth Commandment: A Day of Protest first appeared on Cornerstone Church.

Anna Lisa Wärnlöf, alias Claque, har aldrig fått en framträdande plats i den svenska litteraturen. Men hon är en av våra stora stilister, tycker Ulrika Knutson som hyllar Pella-böckernas skapare. Lyssna på alla avsnitt i Sveriges Radios app. ESSÄ: Detta är en text där skribenten reflekterar över ett ämne eller ett verk. Åsikter som uttrycks är skribentens egna. Essän sändes första gången 2017. Varför är det så svårt att tala om det som betytt allra mest, också böcker? Därför att man är rädd att avslöja sitt innersta, förstås, och finna det banalt. Men om det skulle vara så, så är det inte Anna-Lisa Wärnlöfs fel. Någon sa häromdagen att om Anna-Lisa Wärnlöf, med signaturen Claque, hade varit karl, så hade hon stått ordentligt synlig på klassikerhyllan: avdelningen stilister, mellan Per Rådström och Claes Hylinger. Visst skulle det vara så! Men förklädd till flickbok och kåseri är Claque för alltid utstraffad från den riktiga litteraturen. Ha. På ofattbara sju år, 1958-1965 skriver hon de fyra romanerna om Pella, tre om den buttra Fredrike och hennes krets, och så den märkliga barndomsbiografin ”Boken om Agnes”, 1963. Detta är Claques litterära verk och värld, som nu alltså lever ett rikt liv under klassikerhyllan, under radarn, och älskas hett i hemlighet. Hon går som ett mycel genom bibiotek och antikvariat. Varhelst du minst anar det kan du hitta en läsare flaskmatad med Pella-sentenser. De sitter som slaktstämplar, går aldrig ur. Den som först kom ut ur garderoben som Pella-beroende var Gun-Britt Sundström, ett stilistiskt barn av Sören Kirkegaard – och Claque. Anna-Lisa Wärnlöf – född 1911, död 1987 – var som mest verksam under det tidiga sextiotalet, samtida med miljonprogrammet. Hennes ton gycklar med det andliga rivningsraseriet, den snabba nivelleringen i demokratins namn; en estetisk protest besläktad med Olle Adolphsons visor. Hos Claque finns samma ironiska melankoli, och sinne för ordens poesi. Hos Olle var det "nedisad Volvo med släp", och "kokt kummel med äggsås". Anna-Lisa har samma blick för det konkreta. Majorskan sitter i skymningen och "njuter av att ha två tummar", Pella kräks i duffelkragen vid tanken på att trassla till altaret i tolv meter organza. I fyrtio år övade hon sig som kåsör i Svenska Dagbladet, uppskattad men skygg. På fyrtio år satte hon inte sin fot på redaktionen. Men lilla Pella och farmor Majorskan och tant Signhild levde redan och verkade för fullt i tidningen när Wärnlöf romandebuterade med ”Pellas bok” 1958. När jag mötte Pella i början av sjuttiotalet var de här böckerna bara tio-femton år gamla, ändå speglade de en försvunnen värld, med exotiska inslag av flickskolor, hembiträden och bostadsbrist. Och spridda skurar av borgerlig bildning, som om det hade varit något fullt normalt och ingenting att oroa sig över. Pella själv läste böcker av Proust, Dickens och Cora Sandel – och hon gjorde det med ett självklart välbehag, utan känslor av skam. Detta var inte förenligt med min tonårskultur i början av sjuttiotalet, som utspelade sig i en atmosfär av V-jeans, tristess och symfonisk rock. Om jag hade velat spegla den atmosfären i litteratur så gav Kerstin Thorvall, Sven Wernström och Max Lundgren utmärkta möjligheter, i ungdomsromanens guldålder. Men böckerna om Pella ägnar sig inte bara åt spegling, utan gläntar på kommande liv. De kan man – till stora delar – läsa om, och växa med. Anna-Lisa Wärnlöf låter tonåringens världsbild möta riktigt gamla människors, och mycket små barns. En åtta månaders baby kan vara en stark personlighet hos Claque, som kan väcka dina antipatier också. Att föräldrar och barn, särskilt mödrar och barn, inte självklart finner varandra är en del av Claqueböckernas tidlösa innehåll. Och oavsett ålder får alla inblandade behålla sin integritet – och sina passioner. Passion kan uttryckas av också av det lilla barnet. Som i ”Boken om Agnes”, när småflickorna har skiljts åt och katastrofen ligger i öppen dager. Om hjärtat är krossat spelar det ingen roll om man är sex eller sextio år. Så här uttrycker sig den lilla Anna-Lisa: "Jag var Agneslös, och inte mer med det. Hur gör man när man hänger sig? Jag hade en pilbåge. Kanalen." Humor kan vara hjärtskärande, om den paras med livsinsikt. Att våra personligheter är så oföränderliga, att vi liknar oss själva som barn, är också en drabbande insikt. Inte särskilt behaglig. Det borde vi tänka lite mer på i vår tid, när vi vuxna är så stressade att vi inte står ut med att se barnen ha tråkigt. Eller ens tanken på att de har tråkigt! Hur de egentligen har det orkar vi inte ta reda på. Läste nyss en rubrik om att folk minutplanerar barnkalasen för att för död och pina inte riskera att barnen ser sin egen leda i vitögat. Vad skulle inte Claque kunna ha gjort av det ämnet? Vissa ämnen har hon klokt avstått ifrån – sexualiteten till exempel. Det bidrar till den goda tidlösheten. Erotiken uttrycks mer genom längtan och bilder som man inte glömmer: som Älskar du mig? sa Ulf Jacob. Obetydligt, sa jag, och tänderna mjuknade i min mun. Jag kan inte minnas att jag saknade explicit erotik – den fanns ju att tillgå överallt annars, för den som var läskunnig. Nej, Pella tillfredsställde andra behov. De två avgörande var den moralfilosofiska diskussionen, och stilens narkomani. Anna-Lisa Wärnlöfs stil är beroendeframkallande. Och smittsam. En pretentiös hållning ser jag automatiskt som "ett öde stort som en mössa". Att det inte är min egen bild ha jag glömt för länge sedan. Men ingen når Claques avvägda blandning av under- och överdrifter, och utförda aforismer, som kan rymma en världsbild: "Om ett barn ber om ett snöre, avfärda det inte med en kyss. Ge det ett snöre". Punktens placering är också viktig. Den surt förvärvade slutsatsens markering. Ge det ett snöre. Claque strör gärna ut små hälsningar till egna inspirationskällor. Den märkligaste möter vi i Pellas andra bok, där hon just har blivit kär i Ulf Jacob. På artonårsdagen ger han henne en nött gammal bok: "Läs den tös, du får den. Den är skriven för sådana som du och jag." Den repliken är lömsk, riktad till intellektuella flickstackare med garden nere – den går via trosorna, kan man säga. Men om man ska sublimera den boken får man jobba duktigt. Boken är ”En drömmares dagbok”, av den schweiziske artonhundratalsförfattaren Henri Frederic Amiel. Det blir en ganska rolig effekt när Pella och Ulf Jacob står och smusslar med Amiel, samtidigt som deras kompisar diggar Sinatra och Bill Haley på skivspelaren i rummet intill. Amiels ”En drömmares dagbok” blev på sin tid kult bland hyperkänsliga esteter i hela Europa, kärleksfullt översatt av en av den svenska litteraturens mest ömhudade kritiker, nämligen Klara Johanson; hon som recenserade allt, som inte kunde låta bli att recensera solnedgången. Ett nytt drama varje kväl. Klara Johansons andra stora idol var för övrigt Fredrika Bremer, vars spetsprydliga feminism viftar fram överallt i Pellas farmor Majorskans referenser. Klara Johanson är en av Claques viktiga förebilder bland estetiska ironiker – Oscar Wilde en annan – och så förstås Cora Sandel och Marcel Proust. Anna-Lisa Wärnlöf bakar också Madeleinekakor, med kärlek och smör, och psykiska trauman. En bild som återkommer i flera av böckerna, troligen självupplevd, är när några några clowner fallit i vattnet, och människorna på stranden skrattar av hjärtans lust, men tystnar när en av clownerna bärs bort, drunknad. Barnet grips av en förlamande ödslighet, identiteten brister. Som det står i ”Boken om Agnes”: "Det slog mig att jag kanske inte var någon liten flicka. Kanske var jag en pojke. Kanske var jag ett troll eller möjligen något slags djur." Det är det som alla Claques texter handlar om. Att skrapa ihop de spridda bitarna av sig själv, till ett slags mönster. Ulrika Knutson, journalist och författare Anna Lisa Wärnlöfs bibliografi Kåserier1949 Mans gamman (Bonnier)1954 För läsarens skull (Rabén & Sjögren/Vi, under signaturen Claque)1957 Om Ni behagar (Bonnier, under signaturen Claque)1958 Skaffa julgran (Bonnier, under signaturen Claque)Ungdomsböcker1958 Pellas bok (Svensk läraretidning)1959 Pellas andra bok1960 Pella i praktiken1961 Pojken en trappa upp1962 Fredrikes barn1963 Boken om Agnes1964 Ingkvist1965 Lennerboms: den fjärde boken om PellaÖvrigt"En diktare, en prins och Aldebaran". I: Något att lära av varandra (Relationskonsult, 1974)ÖversättningarElisabeth Janet Gray: Tomi i Tokyo (The cheerful heart) (Svensk läraretidning, 1962)Margaretha Shemin: De små ryttarna (The little riders) (Svensk läraretidning, 1965)Elaine L. Konigsburg: Jennifer och jag (Jennifer, Hecate, Macbeth, William McKinley, and me, Elizabeth) (Svensk läraretidning, 1968)Källa: Wikipedia

On this episode of the Build Show podcast, host Matt Risinger sits down with Jim Gunn of South Pass Design Build in San Antonio, Texas — the builder behind the Build Show's live tour house. The conversation centers on the newly developed Build HD standard, a streamlined framework that builds on code to prioritize water management, air control, structural performance, and durability. Jim explains how the standard helps translate complex building science into clear expectations for trades and design decisions, from mechanical room placement to monopoly framing using Huber ZIP System sheathing. The two dig into why building to code alone isn't enough, and how thoughtful systems thinking from the design phase forward leads to homes built to last.  Huge thanks to our episode sponsor, Pella. Learn more at: https://www.pella.com/ Watch full episodes of Matt on Facebook, Instagram and Build Show Network. https://www.facebook.com/buildshownetworkhttps://www.instagram.com/risingerbuild/https://buildshownetwork.com/go/mattrisinger Don't miss a single episode of Build Show content. Sign up for our newsletter.

“Today” based on Luke 4:16-21, given by Pastor Ryan Landt at Cornerstone Church in Pella on June 7, 2026. Continue reading The post Today first appeared on Cornerstone Church.

(6) James Tabor examines how, during the Jewish Revolt (66–70 CE), the movement fled Jerusalem for a "hideout" in Pella, Jordan. However, Mary disappears from the historical record before this event, likely dying on Mount Zion in the 50s or 60s. Tabor notes her absence in Paul's letters and the later chapters of Acts, despite her earlier presence at Pentecost. He discusses the tradition of the Dormition, suggesting she remained in Jerusalem until her death. This disappearance marks a transition where the historical Mary was gradually "written out" of the emerging Christiannarrative.1842 Masada

“Jesus Christ Is Lord!” based on Philippians 2:5-11, given by Pastor Ryan Landt on May 31, 2026 at Cornerstone Church in Pella. Continue reading The post Jesus Christ is Lord! first appeared on Cornerstone Church.

“Remember and Pray” based on John 17:9-19, given by Pastor Ryan Landt on May 24, 2026 at Cornerstone Church in Pella. Continue reading The post Remember and Pray first appeared on Cornerstone Church.

In this episode of Experts Unleashed, I sit down with Sam Vande Weerd, managing partner and wealth advisor at Carson Wealth in Pella, Iowa, to dig into what financial planning actually looks like when it's done right. We talk about why 80% of what Sam does has nothing to do with money, his Ten-Ten-Eighty framework that he's never seen fail, the question most advisors never ask — "who do you want your money to bless?" — and why dying with the most money doesn't make you the winner. Sam also shares two client stories that completely redefine what a financial plan really is, including one that had a client coming up to him in tears at Christmas. Plus we get into needs, wants, and wishes, long-term care as a love letter to your children, and why there is only one way to retire — but multiple ways for your kids to pay for college.   

“Keep It Burning” based on Acts 2:1-13, given by Pastor Ryan Landt on May 17, 2026 at Cornerstone Church in Pella. Continue reading The post Keep it Burning first appeared on Cornerstone Church.

Welcome to The Daily, where we study the Bible verse by verse, chapter by chapter, every day. Get your Hosea Scripture Journal now. Our shout-out today goes to Joel Allman from Pella, IA. Thanks for your partnership in Project23. What does God do when the people he loves begin drifting away from him? He confronts them. Listen to our text today, Hosea 2:1-3. Say to your brothers, "You are my people," and to your sisters, "You have received mercy." "Plead with your mother, plead— for she is not my wife, and I am not her husband— that she put away her whoring from her face, and her adultery from between her breasts; lest I strip her naked and make her as in the day she was born, and make her like a wilderness, and make her like a parched land, and kill her with thirst. — Hosea 2:1-3 Hosea 2 opens with a powerful image. God speaks to the faithful within Israel—the "children"—and tells them to plead with their mother, a symbol of the nation itself. Israel has broken the covenant with God. The marriage relationship has been violated. God's words are direct: "She is not my wife, and I am not her husband." This language may sound shocking, but it reveals something deeply important about the way God relates to his people. Throughout the Bible, God describes his relationship with his people using the language of marriage. Israel was not simply a nation that God ruled. She was a bride God loved. That's why idolatry is not just disobedience—it is spiritual adultery. When Israel worshiped Baal and other false gods, they were not just breaking a rule. They were abandoning their covenant love. And the consequences were serious. God warns that if Israel continues in her unfaithfulness, the blessings that once covered the nation will be stripped away. The land will become like a wilderness—dry, barren, and lifeless. But notice something important here. Even in confrontation, God's goal is not destruction. It is restoration. The command to "plead" shows that God is still calling his people to repentance. The door is not closed. The covenant is not forgotten. God is confronting the sin because he still desires the relationship. This is how love works. Real love does not ignore betrayal. Real love calls it out so it can be healed. And the same principle applies to us today. When God confronts our idols, exposes our misplaced loves, or disciplines our hearts, it is not because he has rejected us. It is because he refuses to share our hearts with things that will ultimately destroy us. Today, take a moment to examine your own heart. Ask God to reveal any place where your love for him has grown cold—or where something else has taken his place. Then return to him. DO THIS: Take five quiet minutes today and honestly ask God to reveal anything that may be competing with your devotion to him. ASK THIS: Why do you think the Bible uses marriage to describe God's relationship with his people? What are some modern "idols" people turn to instead of trusting God? Is there anything in your life right now competing for the place God should hold in your heart? PRAY THIS: Father, search my heart and reveal anything that has taken your place in my life. Help me return to you with a renewed love and devotion. Amen. PLAY THIS: "Come Thou Fount"

“An Incredible Vision” based on Revelation 21:1-5a, given by Pastor Ryan Landt on May 10, 2026 at Cornerstone Church in Pella. Continue reading The post An Incredible Vision first appeared on Cornerstone Church.

“What's in Your Hand?” based on Exodus 4:1-17, given by Pastor Tom Dykman on May 3, 2026 at Cornerstone Church in Pella. Continue reading The post What's In Your Hand? first appeared on Cornerstone Church.

“Know God” based on John 10:26-30, given by Pastor Ryan Landt at Cornerstone Church in Pella on April 26, 2026. Continue reading The post Know God first appeared on Cornerstone Church.

“We Must” based on Acts 5:27-32, 40-42, given by Pastor Ryan Landt on April 19, 2026 at Cornerstone Church in Pella. Continue reading The post We Must first appeared on Cornerstone Church.

Matt Risinger hosts a conversation with Bill Spohn and Eric Kaiser of Tru Tech Tools, focusing on how testing and measurement shape modern building performance. The discussion centers on blower door testing, airflow diagnostics, and the growing role of data in verifying airtightness and system performance. They explore how builders and HVAC professionals use tools to identify leakage, improve indoor air quality, and fine-tune mechanical systems. The conversation also touches on training, evolving standards, and the shift toward performance-based construction, with practical insights into integrating diagnostics into everyday building workflows. Episode sponsor Pella is recognized for supporting the podcast. Huge thanks to our episode sponsor, Pella.  Learn more at: https://www.pella.com/ Watch full episodes of Matt on Facebook, Instagram and Build Show Network. https://www.facebook.com/buildshownetworkhttps://www.instagram.com/risingerbuild/https://buildshownetwork.com/go/mattrisinger Don't miss a single episode of Build Show content. Sign up for our newsletter.

 On this episode of the WB Download, host Jeff Wieland sits down with Nathan Madden and Brett Howard from Pella Windows & Doors to talk about a partnership that's been going strong since 2008.Nathan and Brett share how their relationship with Wieland Builders has evolved over the years from early collaboration to becoming a trusted, go-to trade partner. Brett reflects on his 21-year career with Pella and the team's recent recognition as the top trade team in the country for new construction, highlighting the culture, leadership, and consistency that set them apart.The conversation dives into what really matters in today's building industry: quality installation, strong communication, and delivering a top-tier customer experience. From navigating challenges with different builder personalities to ensuring products perform as designed, Nathan and Brett emphasize the importance of teamwork and accountability on every project.Jeff and the team also explore Pella's innovation pipeline, including new interior installation methods that improve efficiency and safety, as well as cutting-edge product lines like the Vista series, designed to meet the growing demand for larger windows, slimmer sightlines, and more natural light in today's custom homes.You'll also hear insights on:The importance of proper installation and protecting the building envelopeHow Pella supports builders with marketing, content, and boots-on-the-ground serviceIndustry trends driving demand for bigger glass and bold design choicesThe value of long-term relationships in the building processWhether you're a builder, designer, or homeowner, this episode offers a behind-the-scenes look at how strong partnerships and continuous innovation help bring exceptional homes to life. Pella Windows & Doors WebsiteEmail Jeff your comments, questions, and topic requests, or be a guest on The WB Download.Email: WBDOWNLOAD@wielandbuilders.comSee Wieland Builders custom home gallery  www.wielandbuilders.comReceive inspiration monthly in our monthly newsletter See podcast behind the scenes photosFollow us on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Houzz or Pinterest  

“The Chorus of Worship” based on Revelation 5:11-14, given by Pastor Ryan Landt on April 12, 2026 at Cornerstone Church in Pella. Continue reading The post The Chorus of Worship first appeared on Cornerstone Church.

Wie wird aus einem Prinzen ein Welteroberer? Diese Folge erzählt den Aufstieg von Alexander der Große – von seiner Kindheit in Pella bis zur Machtübernahme mit nur 20 Jahren. Geprägt von Philipp II. von Makedonien, erzogen von Aristoteles und angetrieben von Ehrgeiz, zeigt sich früh sein außergewöhnliches Talent – nicht zuletzt in der berühmten Episode um Bukephalos. Intrigen, Machtkämpfe und ein Mord verändern alles – und ebnen den Weg für eine der größten Karrieren der Geschichte.……Tickets für unsere Live-Tour im Mai! -……REIHE ALEXANDER/HELLENISMUS:His2Go#53 - Belagerung von TyrosHis2Go#100 - Kampf um Alexanders ErbeHis2Go#150 - Bibliothek von AlexandriaHis2Go#34 - Schlacht bei Actium und Ende des Hellenismus……PREMIUM - testet einen Monat lang gratis!His2Go unterstützen für tolle Vorteile - über Steady!Klick hier und werde His2Go Hero oder His2Go Legend……WERBUNGDu willst dir die Rabatte unserer weiteren Werbepartner sichern? Hier geht's zu den Angeboten!…….LITERATURGehrke, Hans-Joachim: Alexander der Große, 2009.Hammond, Nicolas: Alexander der Große, 2004…….UNTERSTÜTZUNGFolgt und bewertet uns bei Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Podimo oder über eure Lieblings-Podcastplattformen.Wir freuen uns über euer Feedback, Input und Vorschläge zum Podcast, die ihr uns über das Kontaktformular auf der Website, Instagram und unsere Feedback E-Mail: kontakt@his2go.de schicken könnt. An dieser Stelle nochmals vielen Dank an jede einzelne Rückmeldung, die uns bisher erreicht hat und uns sehr motiviert.…….COPYRIGHTMusic from https://filmmusic.io: “Sneaky Snitch” by Kevin MacLeod and "Plain Loafer" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: Creative Commons CC BY 3.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/Hier bekommt ihr die Tickets zur "His2Go - Live Tournee" Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“Absolutely Reasonable” based on Matthew 28:1-10 and Psalm 118:1-2, 14-24, given by Pastor Ryan Landt at Cornerstone Church in Pella on April 5, 2026. Continue reading The post Absolutely Reasonable first appeared on Cornerstone Church.

Take a full walk-through of Golden Eagle Log & Timber Homes' latest custom build in New Hampshire, The White Mountain Custom Home. Jon Wendt showcases every detail that delivers the “modern ski lodge” vibe the homeowners requested—floor-to-ceiling Pella windows, reclaimed ceilings, a center fireplace wrapped in stone, a chef's kitchen that mirrors the great room finishes, and a lower level stacked with a custom bar, gym, and bunk suite. If you're designing mountain or lake homes, this tour is loaded with layout ideas, material combinations, and staging cues you can adapt to your next project. Watch the full tour: https://youtu.be/J1LODPFzfpo SUBSCRIBE

“Lay It Down” based on Mark 11:1-10, given by Pastor Ryan Landt on March 29, 2026 at Cornerstone Church in Pella. Continue reading The post Lay it Down first appeared on Cornerstone Church.

Founder of Launching Arrows Kelsie Parton discusses the upcoming event, “A Night of Stars,” in mid-May.

Pella All-State Speech students Mia Peterson, Isaac Vandenberg, Adilynn Montgomery, and Olivia White discuss receiving nominations for the IHSSA All-State Individual Speech Festival.

Pella Christian Individual All-State Speech Students Jenna Vande Zande and Ella Hodgell discuss their recognition from the Iowa High School Speech Association.

City of Pella Recreation Director Spencer Winzenried discusses the latest in parks and recreation in Pella.

Pella Police Department Administrative Services Director Marcia Slycord discusses the outdoor warning system in Pella as part of Severe Weather Awareness Week.

WorkSmart Hospitality and Culinary Arts apprenticeship student Cadyn Rollings is hosting an Italian Dinner as the culminating project of his apprenticeship on Friday, March 27th from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Maytag Student Center at Central

Amber Beyer with the Awakening Grace Foundation in Pella discusses their sixth annual Journey Through Grief Day Retreat on Saturday, March 28th.

On today’s Let’s Talk Pella, we continue our conversation with Matt Dowie of Yoke Ministries in Pella, discussing the non-profit organization, their mission, and Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Month.

Matt Dowie with Yoke Ministries in Pella discusses the non-profit organization, their mission, and Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Month.

Pella Christian Grade School Principal Ben Dirksen discusses his new career opportunity at Chicago Christian Schools and his time at Pella Christian over the last five years.

Pella Superintendent Greg Ebeling discusses the latest Pella School Board meeting.

Students Elliana Schlerman, Trisin Plants, and Malachi VanHaaften with the Business Professionals of America Pella Chapter discuss qualifying for the National Conference.

After hosting students from Greijdanus High School in October, Pella Christian High School students Maggie Vos, Sydney Bruxvoort, Greta Vos, and Maria Meinders discuss their trip to the Netherlands, which is happening now through March 27th.

2026 Tulip Queen Kenzie Kanis and Royal Court Members Riley Braafhart, Addie Van Arendonk, Abbie Brand, and Lexi Terpstra preview the annual debut performance on Tuesday, March 24th at the Pella Opera House and their upcoming promotion

The owner of the group responsible for operating the Pella Municipal Airport was recently honored for his work in teaching others how to fly. Shane Vande Voort has been awarded as the Iowa Certified Flight Instructor of

Marion County Bank's Board of Directors has announced that Klint Korver, currently serving as Chief Financial Officer, has been appointed Chief Executive Officer of Marion County Bank.

The World Food Prize Foundation continued their 2026 tour across Iowa with CEO Tom Vilsack visiting Pella High School and the Pella Area Community & Economic Alliance late last week. Hear more from the former Iowa Governor

In the spring of 2020, as isolation settled over Pella, Iowa, one woman's new beginning ended in violence.Tracy Mondabough was building a fresh start when a silver Cadillac began appearing in the background of her life. What followed was a confrontation caught between obsession and heartbreak, leaving investigators to untangle what was planned and what was simply justified after the fact.How to support:For extra perks including exclusive content, early release, and ad-free episodes -Go to - PatreonHow to connect:WebsiteInstagramFacebookTwitterTheme and Closing Track:Original compositions created for The Minds of MadnessPlease check out our sponsors and help support the podcast:Shopify - Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at shopify.com/madnessQuince - Upgrade your wardrobe with pieces made to last with Quince. Go to Quince.com/madness for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.Marley Spoon - This new year, fast-track your way to eating well with Marley Spoon. Head to MarleySpoon.com/offer/MADNESS for up to 25 FREE meals!HERS - Feel like your best self again, Visit forhers.com/MADNESS to get a personalized, affordable plan that gets you.NOCD - If you're struggling with OCD or unrelenting intrusive thoughts, NOCD can help. Book a free 15 minute call to get started: https://learn.nocd.com/MADNESSGranola - If meetings are eating up your day, Granola is a no-brainer. You can try it totally free for three months - just head to granola.ai/MADNESSNutrafol - Start your hair growth journey with Nutrafol. For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering our listeners ten dollars off your first month's subscription and free shipping when you go to Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code MADNESSResearch & Writing:Ryan DeiningerSources:Court TV Full TrialEmotional first day for Iowa woman on trial for fatally stabbing husband's girlfriend‘She Was The Provocation': Iowa Woman Found Guilty In 2020 SlayingChilling CrimesJury finds Michelle Boat guilty of first-degree murder in death of estranged husband's girlfriend'This is not a whodunit'She 'had so much love to give':'He don't belong to you'Pella woman sentenced to life in prisonWoman charged in Pella homicide investigation, victim identifiedWoman charged in Pella murder describes deadly stabbingSTATE OF IOWA v. MICHELLE LEE BOAT (2024) | FindLawObituaryIowa woman convicted of killing estranged hubby's girlfriendFacebook

Vermeer CEO and President Jason Andringa and Vice President of Operations Mindi Vanden Bosch discuss the latest at the company outside of their upcoming expansion in Bondurant. Hear more about that move here.

On this episode of the Build Show Podcast, host Matt Risinger sits down with longtime friend Branson Fustes, founder of Pilgrim Building Company and Enabler LLC in Austin, Texas. Branson traces his path from Colorado carpentry and cabinet work to running three companies — a custom high-end general contracting firm, an in-house labor/carpentry company that spun off partly for insurance reasons, and a newer service company. The conversation covers building reputation through architect relationships, the economics of self-performing labor, raising the bar on craftsman wages and benefits, and the ongoing challenge of attracting the next generation to the trades. A special thank you to today's sponsors, Pella Windows and Doors and Huber Engineered Woods.Huge thanks to our episode sponsors, Huber Engineered Woods and Pella. Learn more at: https://www.huberwood.com/https://www.pella.com/  Watch full episodes of Matt on Facebook, Instagram and Build Show Network. https://www.facebook.com/buildshownetworkhttps://www.instagram.com/risingerbuild/https://buildshownetwork.com/go/mattrisinger Don't miss a single episode of Build Show content. Sign up for our newsletter.

Discover the inspiring origin story of Shoberg Homes, a premier luxury custom home builder in Austin, Texas, featured on the Build Show Podcast. In this episode, Matthew Shoberg, founder of Shoberg Homes, shares how passion, craftsmanship, and integrity shaped one of the most respected high-end residential construction companies in the region. From building bespoke architectural homes with top Austin architects to expanding into expert millwork and finished carpentry, Shoberg Homes delivers unmatched quality and attention to detail. Learn valuable insights on building a successful construction business, hiring with character, and creating exceptional client experiences. Perfect for homeowners, architects, and builders seeking inspiration in custom home design, luxury building, and professional construction excellence. Huge thanks to our episode sponsors, Huber Engineered Woods and Pella. Learn more at: https://www.huberwood.com/https://www.pella.com/ Watch full episodes of Matt on Facebook, Instagram and Build Show Network. https://www.facebook.com/buildshownetworkhttps://www.instagram.com/risingerbuild/https://buildshownetwork.com/go/mattrisinger Don't miss a single episode of Build Show content. Sign up for our newsletter.

This week on Hoop Troop and Shooters Touch, we break down two wild weeks of Iowa high school basketball as the season hits the dog days and everything starts to shift across the state.We dive into:Big upsets and teams shaking up the rankingsWho's still undefeatedPlayers putting up silly numbersWho's surging and who's slipping as March gets closerWe also play “How Far Back Is Too Far Back?” — breaking down what a team really needs to be ranked to still have a legit shot at making the Iowa State Tournament.Plus all your favorite segments:Doug's Pick of the WeekTony's Spotlight AthleteTom's ShoutoutA new Lunch League LegendWe cover 40+ teams from all across Iowa, giving you a true statewide look at who's built for a run.Schools discussed include:Storm Lake, Solon, Cedar Falls, Johnston, Ankeny, Fort Dodge St. Edmond, Kuemper Catholic, Saydel, Ballard, ADM, Pella, and MOC-Floyd Valley.If you love Iowa high school basketball, rankings, upsets, player stats, and state tournament talk, this episode is for you.Hoops in Iowa — let's go. Shooters shoot.

SHOW 12-25-25 THE SHOW BEGINS WITH DOUBTS ABOUT THE MODERN STORY OF MARY AND HER FAMILY. 1868 NAZARETH SEPPHORIS AND THE HISTORICAL CONTEXT OF MARY'S LIFE Colleague James Tabor. Tabor identifies Sepphoris, a Roman capital near Nazareth, as Mary's birthplace. He reimagines Jesus and Joseph as "tektons" (builders) working in this urban center rather than simple carpenters. This proximity meant Mary witnessed Romanbrutality and the city's destruction, influencing her family's spiritual views on the Kingdom of God. NUMBER 1 INVESTIGATING THE NAME PANTERA Colleague James Tabor. Tabor explores the name "Pantera," found in rabbinic texts and on a Roman soldier's tombstone. He suggests this might be a family name rather than a slur, investigating the possibility that Jesus's father was a relative or soldier, which challenges the theological narrative of a virgin birth. NUMBER 2 RECLAIMING THE HISTORICAL JEWISH FAMILY Colleague James Tabor. Highlighting the Protoevangelium of James, Tabor contrasts its depiction of a perpetual virgin Mary with historical evidence of a large Jewish family. He argues Mary had numerous children and that her parents were likely wealthy property owners in Sepphoris, integrating Jesus into a close-knit extended family. NUMBER 3 JAMES THE JUST AS TRUE SUCCESSOR Colleague James Tabor. Tabor asserts James, Jesus's brother, was the movement's true successor, not Peter. Citing Acts and the Gospel of Thomas, he notes James led the Jerusalem council and stood at the cross. Tabor argues the "beloved disciple" entrusted with Mary's care was this blood brother, not Johnthe fisherman. NUMBER 4 THE HEADQUARTERS ON MOUNT ZION Colleague James Tabor. Tabor describes excavations on Mount Zion, identifying a first-century house foundation as the "upper room" and headquarters of the early movement. He visualizes Mary as the matriarch in this courtyard, welcoming pilgrims and apostles like Paul, and establishes James as the leader of this house synagogue. NUMBER 5 THE FLIGHT TO PELLA AND MARY'S DEATH Colleague James Tabor. Tabor discusses the Christian flight to Pella during the Roman revolt. He speculates Mary died before this event, likely around 49–63 CE, and was buried on Mount Zion. Consequently, she disappears from the New Testament record, which shifts focus to Peter and Paul after the Jerusalem church's dispersal. NUMBER 6 THE TALPIOT TOMB AND DNA EVIDENCE Colleague James Tabor. Discussing the Talpiot tomb, Tabor details ossuaries bearing names like "Jesus son of Joseph" and "Mariamne." He argues statistical clusters and potential DNA evidence suggest this is the Jesus family tomb, positing that physical remains support historical existence without necessarily negating the concept of spiritual resurrection. NUMBER 7 THE Q SOURCE AND MARY'S TEACHINGS Colleague James Tabor. Tabor identifies the "Q" source as a collection of ethical teachings shared by Matthew and Luke. He attributes these core values—such as charity and humility—to a family tradition taught by Mary to Jesus, James, and John the Baptizer, aiming to restore Mary'shistorical influence as a teacher. NUMBER 8 VIRGIL'S RURAL ORIGINS AND AUGUSTAN CONNECTION Colleagues Scott McGill and Susanna Wright. The guests discuss Virgil's birth in 70 BCE near Mantua and his rural upbringing, which influenced his poetry. They trace his move to Rome during civil war and his eventual connection to Augustus, noting that Virgil promised a grand epic for the emperor in his earlier work, the Georgics. NUMBER 9 TRANSLATING THE SOUND AND METER OF VIRGIL Colleagues Scott McGill and Susanna Wright. The translators explain choosing iambic pentameter over dactylic hexameter to provide an English cultural equivalent to the original's epic feel. They describe their efforts to replicate Virgil's auditory effects, such as alliteration and assonance, and preserve specific line repetitions that connect characters like Turnus and Camilla. NUMBER 10 THE AENEID'S PLOT AND HOMERIC INFLUENCES Colleagues Scott McGill and Susanna Wright. McGill and Wright summarize the plot, from Troy's destruction to the war in Italy. They analyze Virgil's dialogue with Homer, noting how the poem's opening words invoke both the Iliad's warfare and the Odyssey's wanderings. They also highlight the terrifying, visual nature of Virgil's depiction of the underworld. NUMBER 11 ROMAN EXCEPTIONALISM VS. HUMAN TRAGEDY Colleagues Scott McGill and Susanna Wright. They discuss whether the Aeneid justifies Roman empire or tells a human story. McGill argues the poem survives because it creates sympathy for antagonists like Dido and Turnus. They explore how Virgil portrays the costs of empire and Aeneas's rage, complicating the narrative of Augustan propaganda. NUMBER 12 CLODIA'S PRIVILEGE AND CICERO'S AMBITION Colleague Douglas Boin. Boin introduces Clodia, a privileged woman from an ancient Roman family on Palatine Hill. He contrasts her aristocratic, independent nature—manifested in her name spelling—with the rise of Cicero, a talented outsider. Boin frames their eventual conflict as a clash between established power and ambitious newcomers. NUMBER 13 THE POLITICS OF TRIBUNES AND REFORM Colleague Douglas Boin. Boin details the divide between the Optimates and Populares. He explains how Clodia and her brother Clodius used the office of Tribune—the "people's protector" with veto power—to enact reforms. This strategy allowed them to challenge the Senate's authority and set the stage for Clodius's political dominance. NUMBER 14 THE TRIAL OF RUFUS AND CICERO'S MISOGYNY Colleague Douglas Boin. Boin describes a trial where Clodia accused her ex-lover Rufus of poisoning. Cicero defended Rufus by launching misogynistic attacks on Clodia, calling her "cow-eyed" and alleging incest. Boin argues this famous speech unfairly solidified Clodia's negative historical reputation while obscuring the political power she wielded. NUMBER 15 THE DEATH OF CLODIUS AND THE REPUBLIC'S END Colleague Douglas Boin. Boin recounts the violent death of Clodius by rival gangs, marking a turning point toward the Republic's collapse. He views Clodia's subsequent disappearance from history as a symbol of the loss of women's influence and civic rights, framing her story as a cautionary tale about political violence. NUMBER 16

THE FLIGHT TO PELLA AND MARY'S DEATH Colleague James Tabor. Tabor discusses the Christian flight to Pella during the Roman revolt. He speculates Mary died before this event, likely around 49–63 CE, and was buried on Mount Zion. Consequently, she disappears from the New Testament record, which shifts focus to Peter and Paul after the Jerusalem church's dispersal. NUMBER 6

Professor Barry Strauss. Three Jewish factions fought for control of Jerusalem, destroying their own grain supplies and exacerbating the famine. While rebels used guerrilla tactics against Rome, Rabbi Yochanan ben Zakkai escaped in a coffin to preserve Judaism at Yavneh, and Christians reportedly fled to Pella for safety. 1492

The Historical Disappearance of Mary: Colleague James Tabor explains that following the crucifixion, Mary disappears from the biblical record, likely dying before the 70 AD destruction of Jerusalem; while early Christians fled to Pella under Simon's leadership, traditions suggest Mary died on Mount Zion, with Tabor arguing she was "written out" of the story by later traditions. 1650