Iowa Public Television

Map of Midwest States

Parklands of the Midwest Broadcast Schedule

Taste of the Midwest
Broadcast Schedule

Best of the Midwest
Broadcast Schedule

Best of Iowa
Broadcast Schedule

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Get the very best of what the Midwest has to offer! Join Dan Kaercher, recently retired Editor-in-Chief of Midwest Living Magazine, on three separate journeys through 12 Midwest states.

• In Parklands of the Midwest, Dan discovers the enchanting diversity of Midwestern parklands, from forests, refuges and scenic byways to rivers, lakes and grasslands.
• In Taste of the Midwest, Dan is on a “culinary mission.” Programs in this series highlight some of the heartland's unique places including restaurants, breweries and farms.
• In Best of the Midwest, Dan travels on a sentimental journey to experience some of the enchantment Middle America has to offer.
• In Best of Iowa, Dan sets out to find the best of Iowa. He revisits some of the treasures he found on previous road trips and uncovers some new gems, too.

Video Clips

Illinois
Army & Lou's, Chicago
City of Chicago
Frontera Grille, Chicago
Red Light, Chicago
Taste of Chicago