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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How inflatable tanks and other trickery saved thousands of soldiers' lives in WWII Europe
The Congressional Gold Medal was recently awarded to living and deceased members of the Ghost Army, a World War II deception unit that was kept secret for half a century after the war.
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Statehouse reporters recap the legislative session and bills awaiting Governor Reynolds' signature
The Iowa Legislature adjourned this past weekend, the eighth session in a row with Republican control.
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Severe weather rips through Midwest
Storms tore through parts of the Midwest this week, resulting in tornadoes in multiple states, including Iowa.
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How good is the economy, really?
Economists say that traditional indicators are favorable, yet one in six Iowans has trouble making ends meet. Exploring the disconnect between good economic news and how Iowans experience the economy
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The start of Donald Trump's first trial
Political scholars analyze the latest headlines, including the start of the fraud trial against Donald Trump, President Biden campaigning in Pennsylvania and the impeachment of Secretary Mayorkas.
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New EPA regulations aim to curb cancer-causing air pollution
A cancer cluster in Illinois was connected to a nearby chemical plant that emitted carcinogenic ethylene, a chemical targeted by new Environmental Protection Agency guidelines.
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.