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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.

Iowa and the Economic Big Picture

posted on December 18, 2008 at 5:54 PM

Iowa and the Economic Big Picture What can business, the government and others do to help turn this economy around? Ten trillion dollars has already been committed to helping change the economic tide. Will gains be able to offset that expenditure? The Iowa Journal looks at the economic big picture.

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.

Iowa News Analysis: September 25, 2008 Sally Mason's Review, Economic Bailout, & Early Absentee Voting

posted on September 26, 2008 at 12:39 PM

David Pitt of The Associated Press talks about University of Iowa President, Sally Mason's, Board of Regents review; the impact of the economic bailout on Iowa and the first day of early absentee voting.

Iowa Congressional District #3 - A Profile

posted on September 17, 2008 at 10:57 AM

A profile of Iowa's 3rd Congressional District.

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.

Discussion: Mortgage Crises in Iowa

posted on December 5, 2007 at 3:35 PM

Discussion: Mortgage Crises in Iowa David Swensen, Iowa State University economist and Katherine Porter, associate professor of Law at the University of Iowa discuss the understand both the scope of the subprime mortgage crisis problem and to identify some of the regulatory and legal solutions.

Mortgage Crises

posted on December 3, 2007 at 4:13 PM

Mortgage Crises As home foreclosure rates soar concerns about financial security are also increasing. The shockwaves of the mortgage crises coupled with a turbulent economy can be felt nationwide.

Mike Ralston and Mike Tramontina Discuss Iowa Workforce Issues

posted on November 15, 2007 at 9:15 AM

Mike Ralston and Mike Tramontina Discuss Iowa Workforce Issues Michael Ralston is president of the Association of Iowa Business and Industry. Also joining us is Michael Tramontina, director of the Iowa Department of Economic Development. Both discuss concerns and complaints from about workforce needs in Iowa, as well as issues the government is facing in putting all this together.

Essay: Neil Harl on Subprime Mortgage Foreclosures

posted on November 14, 2007 at 3:33 PM

Essay: Neil Harl on Subprime Mortgage Foreclosures Just 23 years ago now, Iowa was facing the greatest crisis in its agricultural sector since the Great Depression. The farm debt crisis and the subprime mortgage foreclosure debacle of 2007 share several parallels. Professor Emeritus Neil Harl explains.

News Analysis: November 8, 2007

posted on November 8, 2007 at 6:01 PM

Jeneane Beck discusses a possible new source of renewable energy jobs for Iowa.

The Changing Demographics of Fairs

posted on October 16, 2007 at 4:33 PM

The county fairs, as well as the State Fair, are considered beloved institutions in the state -- which, like many others, now has a more urban population than when these fairs were established. Tom Barnes, with the Association of Iowa Fairs, and Gary Slater, CEO of the Iowa State Fair, discuss the situation with Todd Mundt.

Essay: Neil Harl on the Ethanol Boom

posted on October 16, 2007 at 3:33 PM

Essay: Neil Harl on the Ethanol Boom Ethanol has been much in the news of late and for good reason. It’s been driving the state’s commodity prices to levels not ever seen. But with an eye on history, seasoned Iowa State Economist Neil Harl cautions that gravity also applies to bull markets.

Discussion: The Economics of RAGBRAI

posted on October 16, 2007 at 1:33 PM

Brian Duffy and TJ Juskiewicz are the staffers of “The Des Moines Register” who are entrusted with administering the newspaper’s annual great bike ride across Iowa which, of course, is better known as RAGBRAI. The event is perhaps the best documented festival in the state.

News Analysis: October 15, 2007

posted on October 15, 2007 at 1:01 PM

News Analysis: October 15, 2007 Fun is a big industry to the state, but it’s seldom viewed as an important sector of the economy. Other sectors of the economy demand our attention as well tonight, and to help us address those matters, Jeneane Beck of Iowa Public Radio news joins us.

Overview of the Economics of Fairs and Festivals

posted on October 13, 2007 at 4:33 PM

Overview of the Economics of Fairs and Festivals Even though Iowans are hard working, they do enjoy having fun. With more than 2000 festivals in the state each year, there's never a lack for entertainment. David Swenson, of Iowa State University, says economists look at these events with an eye for two things: how much money is spent by locals, and how much comes in from out-of-town participants.

The Economic Impact of RAGBRAI

posted on October 13, 2007 at 1:33 PM

The Economic Impact of RAGBRAI The Register's annual bike ride across Iowa (RAGBRAI) has a unique economic impact. Economist David Swenson talks about how this 'festival on wheels' helps Iowa's small towns.

The Local Food Movement in Iowa

posted on October 12, 2007 at 1:05 PM

The Local Food Movement in Iowa The growing local food movement: Is it a flash in the pan or a long term trend? What can this "Buy Fresh, Buy Local" campaign mean for farmers, consumers and even the state of Iowa's economy? Panelists are Rich Pirog, associate director of the Leopold Center in Ames; and Larry Cleverly of Cleverly Farms in Mingo.

Entrepreneurship in Iowa

posted on October 9, 2007 at 12:00 AM

David Hensley, executive director of the Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center at the University of Iowa, and Maureen Collins-Williams, director of the University of Northern Iowa's regional business center/SBDC discuss Iowa's growing entrepreneurial culture with Todd Mundt.

Economics of Immigration

posted on April 19, 2007 at 12:00 AM

Economics of Immigration There are currently seven million undocumented workers in the U.S. Their impact is economic, political and cultural.

Neil Harl on the Economic Impact of Immigration

posted on April 19, 2007 at 12:00 AM

Neil Harl on the Economic Impact of Immigration An extended interview with noted Iowa State University economist Neil Harl on the economic impact of immigration.

The Minimum Wage in Iowa

posted on January 17, 2007 at 4:21 PM

The Minimum Wage in Iowa There are thousands of Iowans toiling at minimum wage, but even in the state’s poorest reaches, most workers are laboring for more money.

Discussion: Economic Issues & the Iowa Legislature

posted on January 17, 2007 at 4:21 PM

Todd Mundt hosts a discussion with David Yepsen, Lowell Junkins and Chris McGowan on the economic issues facing the Iowa Legislature.

The Impact of Renewable Energy in Iowa

posted on January 17, 2007 at 4:21 PM

The Impact of Renewable Energy in Iowa Much of Iowa's economic optimism is being fueled by an industry that hardly existed a decade ago. Renewable energy is no longer just the darling of granola crunching idealists. It’s become the consort of steely-eyed capitalists.

Discussion: Energy Issues & the Iowa Legislature

posted on January 17, 2007 at 4:21 PM

David Yepsen, Lowell Junkins and Chris McGowan discuss the energy issues facing the Iowa Legislature with host Todd Mundt.