2010 Episodes
Forgiveness: How and Why? (Full Program) (#331)
Originally aired on May 28, 2010
The Iowa Journal will look at why experts claim forgiveness can be a long-term solution to problems large and small.
(28:46)
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Childhood Obesity in Iowa (Full Program) (#330)
Originally aired on May 20, 2010
Childhood obesity is the topic on this episode of The Iowa Journal. We travel to Grundy Center to experience the school's PE4Life program and the Global Forum For Physical Education.
(28:46)
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Iowa's Economy Now (Full Program) (#329)
Originally aired on May 13, 2010
The Iowa Journal looks at the state of Iowa's business climate and job opportunities.
(27:47)
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Music Education Cuts: What's Core, What's Not? (Full Program) (#328)
Originally aired on May 6, 2010
How important is music education in Iowa? Band and vocal programs and educators have been eliminated in some districts this past year because of drastic statewide budget cuts. The Iowa Journal looks at music education – should "rhythm" join the 3-Rs as a core part of every school's curriculum?
(28:48)
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Green Living in Iowa (Full Program) (#326)
Originally aired on April 22, 2010
Iowans look at how to build, work, and live in harmony with the earth on this 'Green Living' episode of The Iowa Journal.
(27:47)
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More on the 'Food, Inc.' Story: An Iowa Journal Special Edition (#325)
Originally aired on April 21, 2010
Food, Inc. examines the American agricultural system, and the impacts of increased production and lower costs. This Iowa Journal Special reflects on the claims of this film. Mark Pearson hosts.
(49:05)
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Iowans by Choice: One of the Best States to Live? (Full Program) (#324)
Originally aired on April 15, 2010
The Iowa Journal explores the current in-migration of non-Iowans to the state and the benefits to the local economies of the towns in which they choose to live.
(27:46)
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Innovations in Iowa Schools (Full Program) (#323)
Originally aired on April 1, 2010
The Iowa Journal will look at how some Iowa schools are using innovative ways, including the use of virtual reality technology, to help children learn.
(28:16)
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Iowans Discuss Chronic Mental Illness (Full Program) (#322)
Originally aired on March 4, 2010
Is there enough support in communities and from the state of Iowa to help those living with chronic mental illness? And we'll profile an Ames high school basketball player the experts call the best in the country.
(29:06)
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Iowa Refugee Services Ending (Full Program) (#321)
Originally aired on February 25, 2010
Critical programs that brought some 30,000 refugees to Iowa over the past 35 years are ending. The Iowa Journal examines changes to refugee services, what that means to the state, the people who live here and those wanting to come.
(27:46)
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Iowa Floods 2010? (Full Program) (#320)
Originally aired on February 18, 2010
The Iowa Journal looks at the potential for 2010 floods similar to those of 2008.
(27:47)
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How Will Proposed Changes in Iowa Tax Credits Affect Business Climate? (Full Program) (#318)
Originally aired on February 4, 2010
The Iowa Journal looks at how a call for reforms in tax credits may affect Iowa's business climate as well as affect the state budget for services Iowans depend upon.
(27:47)
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Iowa's Future (Full Program) (#317)
Originally aired on January 28, 2010
Iowa faces recession, unemployment and out-migration of young people. What does the future hold for those who stay in the state?
(28:46)
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Iowa's Natural Heritage (Full Program) (#316)
Originally aired on January 14, 2010
The Iowa Journal explores Iowa's role in the preservation and conservation of the state's and the nation's natural heritage.
(27:47)
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Crime Victims in Iowa (Full Program) (#315)
Originally aired on January 7, 2010
The criminal court system deals with those who commit a crime. Who helps the crime victims? On the next Iowa Journal, a look at crime victim's services and the victim justice rights movement in Iowa.
(27:45)
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Chronic Diseases - Iowa Prevention and Treatment (Full Program) (#311)
Originally aired on January 21, 2010
Discussion: How Does the New Health Care Law Affect Iowans? (#1)
Originally aired on March 25, 2010
Iowans discuss the immediate and long-term effects of the new national health care reform bill.
(28:50)
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The Show
Iowa Public Television produces The Iowa Journal, a regular, in-depth look at the issues that impact Iowans. The series analyzes various issues and events that are in the news. It also explores Iowa's variety and diversity.
The Hosts
A native of Minneapolis and graduate of Bowdoin College, Amy Johnson Boyle earned her masters degree in journalism from Northwestern University in 1987. After serving as a reporter and anchor at KGAN-TV in Cedar Rapids for more than 13 years, Amy left TV in 2001 to become Director of Marketing & Public Relations at Coe College. She accepted a position at the Cedar Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce in 2003, where she currently serves as Director of Marketing &...
Paul Yeager comes to IPTV after several stops around Iowa including north, eastern and central Iowa.
Paul started his full-time broadcasting career in Mason City at KIMT-TV as a reporter and eventually weekend anchor. Then it was six years in Davenport at KWQC-TV as weekend anchor and reporter. Most recently Paul worked at WHO-TV on the assignment...
David Yepsen is a Political Columnist for the Des Moines Register, and is widely recognized as an expert on the Iowa Political scene.
As a political writer for 30-years, Yepsen has covered campaigns and elections in Iowa, and the legislative business at the Iowa General Assembly, as well. Additionally, in the arena of presidential politics, Yepsen has come to be known for his expertise on the Iowa Caucus, and is a frequent contributor on national news-interviews...
