100 episodes
River to River Iowa Public Radio
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4.5 • 46 Ratings
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River to River is a conversation about the news with an Iowa perspective. Together we dig into the story behind the headlines - we talk with newsmakers and a diverse range of experts to find out how the news affects you. We take on challenging topics, explore issues from all sides, and foster conversation and understanding
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Hawkeye coach Bluder announces retirement and Caitlin Clark makes WNBA debut
On this week's Newsbuzz, a regional domestic violence intervention program is looking to fill the gap left by the impending closure of the University of Iowa's Rape Victim Advocacy Program.
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Bill eliminating human rights commissions awaiting Gov. Reynolds' signature this week
Gov. Kim Reynolds is expected to sign a bill into law this week that would merge, eliminate, and change the duties of many state boards and commissions.
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Brenna Bird shows support for Trump in hush money trials
Political analysts discuss the week's top headlines, including Blinken's surprise visit to Ukraine, funding for Israel, Trump's hush money trial and more.
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How ag is using AI
Scientists discuss some of the latest technology in the world of agriculture
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The convergence of mental health and criminal justice in Iowa
The Johnson County civil mental health court program, a first in the state, monitors mental health outpatients and connects them with treatment to help live independently.
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Iowa’s attorney general sues over new Title IX protections
The new federal rules aim to protect students across the country from discrimination based on gender identity and/or sexual orientation.
Customer Reviews
Invaluable
Providing balanced and insightful political commentary from a local perspective, River to River Politics Wednesday is an invaluable local treasure for those seeking to be well-informed Iowans. For me it answers the question: What is Iowa’s take? With the advent of this podcast I am overjoyed that I will never have to miss one again! Thank you IPR!
Great Content, Okay Host
The reporting is solid, but the host is prone to rambling, presumptive questions.
Terrible
The host only asks questions and does no push back to get real answers. No worth the time.