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How Healthcare Reform Affects Iowans

posted on September 24, 2009 at 7:15 PM

Health care reform was the buzz word of the summer as people sounded off to their federal lawmakers. Iowa was no different.

The Iowa Economy

posted on September 17, 2009 at 12:16 PM

How does the health of Iowa's economy rate with its mid-western neighbors and the country as a whole?

Web Exclusive: Iowa Economy Discussion

posted on September 16, 2009 at 4:55 PM

Economist talks about the health of Iowa's economy now and in the future in a full-length interview extra. This includes questions from Iowa Journal host Paul Yeager.

Economic Crises Short Overview

posted on May 22, 2009 at 10:11 AM

Economic Crises Short Overview Waiting for the economy to improve, what can be done in the meantime? We’ll explore that question as The Iowa Journal examines the outlook and strategies for job hunters.

Economic Crisis - Iowans Questions Answered - Live Call-in

posted on May 21, 2009 at 6:36 PM

Economic Crisis - Iowans Questions Answered - Live Call-in Viewers ask experts questions about financial difficulties due to layoffs and job hunting in this rocky economy. This hour-long program aired live on Iowa Public Television at 8pm, Thursday, May 21, 2009.

Council Bluffs - Omaha - Discussion of the Possible Economic Future

posted on May 1, 2009 at 5:36 PM

Council Bluffs - Omaha - Discussion of the Possible Economic Future Unlike the Quad Cities; Omaha-Council Bluffs has yet to find its full identity. But could that be changing? On this episode of The Iowa Journal, we’ll take a hard look the potential emergence of a new and powerful regional economy.

Council Bluffs/ Omaha: A Booming New Economy?

posted on April 30, 2009 at 2:25 PM

Council Bluffs/ Omaha: A Booming New Economy? Unlike the Quad Cities, Omaha-Council Bluffs has yet to find its full identity. But could that be changing? On this episode of The Iowa Journal, we’ll take a hard look the potential emergence of a new and powerful regional economy.

Iowa Economic Status Report

posted on April 9, 2009 at 3:05 PM

Iowa Economic Status Report Iowa business leaders discuss the state's economy.

Feature: Sustainable Colleges

posted on March 26, 2009 at 5:39 PM

Feature: Sustainable Colleges The Iowa Journal looks at going beyond being "green" and into becoming "sustainable."

Apprenticeships and Affordable Higher Education in Iowa

posted on March 18, 2009 at 10:23 AM

Apprenticeships and Affordable Higher Education in Iowa Can an old school approach to education work in the 21st century? Join us for the next Iowa Journal when we examine the rising use of apprenticeships -- programs that pay students to learn skills.

Discussion: Apprenticeships and Affordable Higher Education in Iowa

posted on March 5, 2009 at 10:48 AM

Discussion: Apprenticeships and Affordable Higher Education in Iowa Can an old school approach to education work in the 21st century? Join us for the next Iowa Journal when we examine the rising use of apprenticeships -- programs that pay students to learn skills.

Feature: The Future of Media

posted on February 26, 2009 at 6:11 PM

Feature: The Future of Media The Iowa Journal looks at the future of the media.

Discussion: How Arts & Culture Affect Business

posted on February 23, 2009 at 12:05 PM

Discussion: How Arts & Culture Affect Business The Iowa Journal will examine the role cultural enrichment plays in creating vital communities that attract and retain citizens.

Growing the Arts in Iowa

posted on February 19, 2009 at 6:26 PM

Growing the Arts in Iowa The Iowa Journal will examine the role cultural enrichment plays in creating vital communities that attract and retain citizens.

Discussion: Federal Stimulus Impact on Iowa

posted on February 13, 2009 at 5:06 PM

Discussion: Federal Stimulus Impact on Iowa Guests on this discussion include Thom Hart of the Iowa Department of Economic Development (IDED) who discusses his office's efforts to sift through thousands of requests from Iowa cities, counties and schools for stimulus funds. The IDED is setting the criteria and we'll talk about those standards for these shovel-ready projects.

Also joining the discussion is Tom Stanberry, President and CEO of West Bank and Chairman of the Iowa Bankers Association, who explains why Iowa banks are in good shape and their role in the stimulus.

Finally, David Swenson, an Iowa State University economist, helps make sense of all these ideas and what else can be looked at to help build durable value in the shortest amount of time.

Feature: Federal Stimulus Impact on Iowa

posted on February 12, 2009 at 5:17 PM

Feature: Federal Stimulus Impact on Iowa The Iowa Journal looks at Iowa's benefit and impact of the federal stimulus.

Iowa News Analysis: February 12, 2009

posted on February 12, 2009 at 5:10 PM

David Pitt of the Associated Press and host Paul Yeager talk about Ellen Gordon as a finalist for the FEMA head job and her Iowa ties. Also the latest on the federal stimulus discussion and the creation of the populist caucus.

Iowa News Analysis: January 29, 2009

posted on January 30, 2009 at 3:51 PM

Iowa News Analysis: January 29, 2009 Paul Yeager shows a video of Governor Culver's statements on the 2010 budget, and discusses the state budget and the 700 million dollar bonding proposal and bright sectors of the economy with Associated Press reporter David Pitt.

Discussion - Government Efficiencies - New Ideas for Old Problems

posted on January 22, 2009 at 5:21 PM

Discussion - Government Efficiencies - New Ideas for Old Problems The Iowa Journal looks at ways the Iowa government can save money in this economy.

Financial Literacy Discussion with Tahira Hira and Adam Carroll

posted on January 21, 2009 at 2:49 PM

Financial Literacy Discussion with Tahira Hira and Adam Carroll The Iowa Journal examines financial literacy - what it is, why Americans may have to change their spending and savings habits, and how to navigate today's financial downturn.

Iowa News Analysis: January 15, 2009

posted on January 16, 2009 at 12:17 PM

James Lynch of the Cedar Rapids Gazette, and Jeneane Beck of Iowa Public Radio talk with host Paul Yeager about Iowa legislators response to the troubled state budget, how decisions at the federal level could affect Iowa's budget, and what's left for state legislators to do while they wait for news from the federal government.

Financial Literacy

posted on January 16, 2009 at 10:12 AM

Financial Literacy The Iowa Journal examines financial literacy - what it is, why Americans may have to change their spending and savings habits, and how to navigate today's financial downturn.

Public Service and Iowa - What's Needed Now

posted on January 12, 2009 at 10:39 AM

Public Service and Iowa - What's Needed Now President-elect Obama has his plans for increasing public service in America, and they are big plans, involving dozens of existing agencies and budgeting for hundreds of billions of dollars.

Will these plans include jobs and public improvements in Iowa? Will the price be too high? We ask some experts to shine a light into the future of public service on The Iowa Journal.

Discussion: Iowa and the U.S. Financial Crisis

posted on October 31, 2008 at 8:48 AM

Discussion: Iowa and the U.S. Financial Crisis Experts discuss the recent national financial crisis and look at the probable fall-out in Iowa.

Economic Crisis - U.S. Economy and Iowa

posted on October 30, 2008 at 5:00 PM

Economic Crisis - U.S. Economy and Iowa Experts discuss the recent national financial crisis and look at the probable fall-out in Iowa.

Discussion: 2008 World Food Prize Laureates Robert Dole & George McGovern

posted on October 17, 2008 at 3:01 PM

Discussion: 2008 World Food Prize Laureates Robert Dole & George McGovern "The Iowa Journal" discusses world hunger with the 2008 Laureates, former U.S. Senators Robert Dole and George McGovern.

World Food Prize - Fighting World Hunger

posted on October 17, 2008 at 2:46 PM

World Food Prize - Fighting World Hunger The contributions of U.S. Senators Robert Dole and George McGovern are summarized.

Discussion: Iowa Congressional District #4

posted on October 10, 2008 at 1:52 PM

Discussion: Iowa Congressional District #4 "The Iowa Journal" takes a look at the issues facing the state's 4th congressional district. The Iowa Journal speaks with Trent Rice, KASI Radio News Director from Ames, and Dr. John Epperson, Political Science Professor from Simpson College, in Indianola, to find out what might be major motivations for the voters and citizens this year.

News Analysis: Oct. 9, 2008 - A.I.G. Controversy and Economy Slump

posted on October 10, 2008 at 12:25 PM

Radio Iowa reporter Kay Henderson and host Paul Yeager discuss the state of the national economy and how it affects Iowa.

Flood and Storm Recovery 2008 - Iowa Disaster Overview

posted on September 11, 2008 at 4:45 PM

Flood and Storm Recovery 2008 - Iowa Disaster Overview Experts from flood and disaster agencies answer viewer questions on this live hour-long episode of The Iowa Journal, hosted by Paul Yeager.

Flood and Storm Recovery 2008: Your Disaster Questions Answered

posted on September 11, 2008 at 3:39 PM

Flood and Storm Recovery 2008: Your Disaster Questions Answered Experts from flood and disaster agencies answer viewer questions on this live hour-long episode of The Iowa Journal, hosted by Paul Yeager.

Iowa News Analysis - A Davenport Perspective

posted on August 22, 2008 at 3:52 PM

Iowa News Analysis - A Davenport Perspective The Iowa Journal broadcasts live from the spot where gambling in Iowa started, Davenport. Our News Analysts are: Mark Ridolfi, Editorial Page Editor/Quad City Times, and John Beydler, QC Online editor, columnist/The (Moline) Dispatch/The Rock Island Argus.

Discussion: Gambling in Iowa - A Davenport Perspective

posted on August 22, 2008 at 11:15 AM

Discussion: Gambling in Iowa - A Davenport Perspective The Iowa Journal broadcasts live from the spot where gambling in Iowa started, Davenport. Gambling money is still coming into the state's coffers, but at what cost? Have we saturated the market with gambling?

Gambling in Iowa - From Davenport to Council Bluffs

posted on August 21, 2008 at 2:21 PM

Gambling in Iowa - From Davenport to Council Bluffs Iowa Journal explores the history of gambling in Iowa - starting in Davenport in 1991. Gambling money is still coming into the state's coffers, but at what cost? Have we saturated the market with gambling?

Talking Trash (Feature)

posted on August 19, 2008 at 2:16 PM

Talking Trash (Feature) Americans like stuff: We buy it, sell it, and horde it. We have so much stuff that many of us have to rent storage space outside the home. When one tires of their stuff, it may eventually end up in a landfill. "The Iowa Journal" talks trash.

Discussion: What to do with Trash

posted on July 25, 2008 at 4:15 PM

Discussion: What to do with Trash Iowa Journal looks at the accumulation of possessions Americans buy, sell and horde and what happens to the environment when the stuff is finally thrown out.

Discussion - General Aviation in Iowa

posted on July 18, 2008 at 11:48 AM

Discussion - General Aviation in Iowa Iowa officials discuss general aviation in Iowa, infrastructure needs and potential employment options.

Iowa Journal - General Aviation in Iowa - Feature

posted on July 18, 2008 at 11:42 AM

Iowa Journal - General Aviation in Iowa - Feature Iowa Journal looks at the economic impact of general aviation in the state.

The Iowa Journal: June 19th Flood Report

posted on June 19, 2008 at 9:33 PM

The Iowa Journal: June 19th Flood Report This is an overview of flooding in towns across Iowa.

Ask the Experts: Your Disaster Questions Answered

posted on June 18, 2008 at 4:33 PM

Ask the Experts: Your Disaster Questions Answered Experts from flood and disaster agencies answer viewer questions on this live hour-long episode of The Iowa Journal, hosted by Paul Yeager.

Discussion: Iowa Natural Disasters 2008 - Looking Ahead

posted on June 12, 2008 at 11:25 AM

Discussion: Iowa Natural Disasters 2008 - Looking Ahead The economic impact from the storms is assessed with David Swenson, an Iowa State University economist and L.D. McMullen, retired CEO and General Manager of the Des Moines Water Works. He now consults on water resource planning with the engineering firm Snyder & Associates.

Flooding Across Iowa - 2008 Floods Overview

posted on June 12, 2008 at 11:22 AM

Flooding Across Iowa - 2008 Floods Overview The Iowa Journal takes a look at the widespread effects of extreme weather on Iowa so far this year.

Iowa Storms - Floods, Tornadoes, and Aftermath - News Analysis

posted on June 12, 2008 at 11:21 AM

Iowa Storms - Floods, Tornadoes, and Aftermath - News Analysis In the News Analysis segment, David Pitt of the Associated Press updates host Paul Yeager on the aftermath of tornado that killed four Boy Scouts at the Little Sioux Scout Ranch in western Iowa on June 11, 2008. The two also discuss how the Midwest floods are affecting corn prices.

News Analysis: Sen. Barack Obama's visit to Iowa

posted on May 19, 2008 at 5:23 PM

Associated Press reporter David Pitt joins host Paul Yeager for an analysis of headline news affecting Iowans: Sen. Barack Obama's visit to Iowa.

News Analysis: CIETC CEO Ramona Cunningham's mental competency hearing.

posted on May 19, 2008 at 5:22 PM

Associated Press reporter David Pitt joins host Paul Yeager for an analysis of headline news affecting Iowans: CIETC CEO Ramona Cunningham's mental competency hearing.

News Analysis: Immigration raid at Agriprocessors in Postville one week later

posted on May 19, 2008 at 2:02 PM

Associated Press reporter David Pitt joins host Paul Yeager for an analysis of headline news affecting Iowans: the immigration raid at Agriprocessors in Postville - one week later.

Discussion: Wind as Alternative Power Source in Iowa

posted on April 25, 2008 at 1:15 PM

Discussion: Wind as Alternative Power Source in Iowa Iowa has the fourth highest wind power installation in the country, producing enough electricity to serve more than 320,000 average Midwest homes. Becoming a national leader in wind generation is no accident.

Smoking, Drinking, and Gambling Addictions in Iowa

posted on April 25, 2008 at 10:49 AM

Smoking, Drinking, and Gambling Addictions in Iowa "The Iowa Journal" visits Iowa City for a look at the University of Iowa’s alcohol prevention efforts.

Out and About Iowa - Fairfield

posted on April 17, 2008 at 4:15 PM

Out and About Iowa - Fairfield Out and About correspondent Dan Kaercher travels to Fairfield and explores the cultural scene in the community. The arts are and always have been an important part of the town.

Wind Energy in Iowa

posted on April 17, 2008 at 1:09 PM

Wind Energy in Iowa Iowa has the fourth highest wind power installation in the country, producing enough electricity to serve more than 320,000 average Midwest homes. Becoming a national leader in wind generation is no accident.

Rural Development in Iowa (Discussion)

posted on April 11, 2008 at 1:58 PM

Rural Development in Iowa (Discussion) Rand Fisher, President, Iowa Area Development Group and Kathy Evert, President, Iowa Lakes Corridor, discuss how and why rural Iowa counties are setting up community foundations.

Community Foundations and Rural Development in Iowa

posted on April 10, 2008 at 1:38 PM

Community Foundations and Rural Development in Iowa If you can't "keep 'em down on the farm," can you at least keep some of the family money in the community? That's what many rural communities and counties are trying to do by creating community foundations. And in Iowa, they are establishing the foundations with the help of state gambling tax revenues.

Out and About Iowa - John Deere & Waterloo

posted on April 3, 2008 at 3:09 PM

Out and About Iowa - John Deere & Waterloo Iowa Journal visits the assembly line at John Deere in Waterloo.

News Analysis: March 27, 2008

posted on March 27, 2008 at 3:03 PM

News Analysis: March 27, 2008 Radio Iowa’s Kay Henderson and Paul Yeager talked about what is happening at the Iowa Legislature, or not happening on many fronts. Subjects covered were the labor bill, bottle bill and smoking debate.

Discussion: Rehabbing Old Iowa Malls

posted on March 27, 2008 at 3:01 PM

Discussion: Rehabbing Old Iowa Malls What does a community do with a failing mall? It’s a dilemma that threatens the tax base and economies of a growing number of cities. Saving retail dinosaurs and the communities where they are is at issue on “The Iowa Journal.”

Rehabbing Old Iowa Malls

posted on March 27, 2008 at 2:46 PM

Rehabbing Old Iowa Malls What does a community do with a failing mall? It’s a dilemma that threatens the tax base and economies of a growing number of cities. Saving retail dinosaurs and the communities where they are is at issue on “The Iowa Journal.”

Discussion: The Impact on Iowa of Five Years of the Iraq War

posted on March 24, 2008 at 10:46 AM

Discussion: The Impact on Iowa of Five Years of the Iraq War The Iowa Journal examines the economic costs to Iowa of the war in Iraq. HOST: Jeneane Beck, PROGRAM GUEST: Rep. McKinley Bailey, D-Webster City

Discussion: The Role of Community Colleges in Iowa

posted on March 17, 2008 at 10:15 AM

Rob Denson, President of Des Moines Area Community College, talks about how community colleges respond to the workforce needs of area businesses and students looking to begin their post-secondary education. Bob Mundt, President of the Council Bluffs Area Chamber of Commerce emphasizes the successful role of community colleges to train the future workforce.

Discussion: Juvenile Justice in Iowa

posted on February 29, 2008 at 1:45 PM

Discussion: Juvenile Justice in Iowa How big a problem is juvenile justice in Iowa? What treatments work? And what could make things work better? Iowa Journal explores.

Discussion: Iowa Infrastructure - Planes, Trains, and the Internet

posted on February 26, 2008 at 11:30 AM

Discussion: Iowa Infrastructure - Planes, Trains, and the Internet Is it time for Iowa to begin moving people, commerce and information differently? Is it time to overhaul the state’s infrastructure? The answers to those questions could define the state for the rest of the century. Iowa's Infrastructure is examined on The Iowa Journal. Program guest is Thom Hart, the state's new infrastructure guru. He works in the Iowa Department of Economic Development

Iowa Infrastructure - Planes, Trains, and the Internet

posted on February 26, 2008 at 11:30 AM

Iowa Infrastructure - Planes, Trains, and the Internet Is it time for Iowa to begin moving people, commerce and information differently? Is it time to overhaul the state’s infrastructure? The answers to those questions could define the state for the rest of the century. Iowa's Infrastructure is examined on The Iowa Journal. Program guest is Thom Hart, the state's new infrastructure guru. He works in the Iowa Department of Economic Development

Discussion: Casino's Impact on Economy and Politics in Iowa

posted on February 15, 2008 at 5:00 PM

Paul Yaeger interviews Wes Ehrecke, President of the Iowa Gaming Association and Jack Ketterer, Administrator for the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission.

Gambling in Iowa

posted on February 15, 2008 at 4:49 PM

Gambling in Iowa Gambling is a big part of the Iowa economy. Revenues since gaming was legalized have topped a billion dollars and continue to climb. Despite the fact that wagering is now tightly woven into the fabric of Iowa life, there are questions about its worth.

News Analysis: February 8, 2008

posted on February 11, 2008 at 8:54 AM

Governor Chet Culver's endorsement of Barack Obama, education spending and concerns with the Iowa economy are topics covered by Dave Pitt of Associated Press.

News Analysis: February 4, 2008

posted on February 6, 2008 at 9:27 AM

Todd Mundt and Jeneane Beck Iowa Public Radio News talk about the Iowa Lottery Touch Play settlement and higher state budget projections.

News Analysis: January 21, 2008

posted on January 22, 2008 at 11:42 AM

David Pitt of the Associated Press discusses issues facing the first week of the Iowa legislative session with host Todd Mundt, including funding for community colleges and the bottle deposit program.

News Analysis: January 10, 2008

posted on January 10, 2008 at 8:16 PM

David Pitt of the Associated Press discusses economic issues in the news, including the closing of a plant in Story City and post-holiday receipts for retailers, as well as tax issues facing the Iowa legislature.

The Economics of College Sports

posted on December 21, 2007 at 5:29 PM

Legend has it a college president once implored his faculty to make the university into something of which the football team could be proud. The logic, if not the principle, is understandable. Athletics may be worth more financially to the university than its academic performance.

Discussion: The Economics of College Sports

posted on December 21, 2007 at 5:28 PM

Discussion: The Economics of College Sports Michael Gartner, owner of the Iowa Cubs baseball team, and president of the Iowa Board of Regents, and Tom Witosky, a reporter for "The Des Moines Register" discuss the economics of college sports with host Paul Yeager.

Swift: One Year Later

posted on December 18, 2007 at 9:42 AM

For the nearly 30,000 residents of Marshalltown, IA, December 12, 2006, was the day their town made national headlines for all the wrong reasons. While proponents of stronger immigration policies are heartened by the rollback of illegal entries, the human and community impact of last year’s raids in Iowa endures.

Immigration Issues in Iowa

posted on December 17, 2007 at 6:01 PM

Immigration Issues in Iowa Iowa House Minority Leader Chris Rants and Sister Christine Feagan of Hispanic Ministries discuss the state of immigration in Iowa one year after the Swift raids in Marshalltown.

John Pappajohn (Extended Interview)

posted on October 8, 2007 at 12:00 AM

John Pappajohn (Extended Interview) In this web-exclusive extended interview, John Pappajohn discusses his entrepreneurial beginnings, his successes, and his hopes for the future of small business in Iowa.

News Analysis: October 8, 2007

posted on October 8, 2007 at 12:00 AM

In the headlines this week: There are worries about the market for Iowa's burgeoning ethanol industry, despite oil being at $80 a barrel; and the president has vetoed expanded funding for the health care of poor children. Dave Pitt of the "Associated Press" is here to brief us about these matters.

John Pappajohn on What Makes an Entrepreneur

posted on October 5, 2007 at 3:08 PM

John Pappajohn on What Makes an Entrepreneur With a personal fortune estimated at a half a billion dollars, he is giving much of it away. John Pappajohn is sharing his vision by financing five entrepreneurial education centers in the state. Since their inception a decade ago, the centers have produced nearly three thousand business startups in Iowa.

Megan Wettach, Young Entrepreneur

posted on October 4, 2007 at 2:20 PM

Megan Wettach, Young Entrepreneur This southeastern Iowa community may seem an unlikely location for a national clothing line that specializes in prom and pageant gowns. In 2001, as a 17-year-old senior in high school, Megan Wettach opened Premier Prom and Pageantry in her hometown of Mount Pleasant.