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Iowa Press

Iowa PBS
Republican Party
Iowa
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2024 General Election
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Ashley Hinson

Each week Iowa Press explores the issues affecting the lives of Iowans. Newsmakers, policy makers and elected officials join capitol reporters in a weekly discussion.

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On this edition of Iowa Press, Rep. Zach Nunn (R - Ankeny) discusses his work in the U.S. House.

Iowa Senate Democratic Leader Sen. Janice Weiner (D - Iowa City) discusses the 2026 legislative session and Senate Democrats’ agenda.

Iowa House Democratic Leader Rep. Brian Meyer (D - Des Moines) discusses the 2026 legislative session and House Democrats’ agenda.

Iowa Senate Majority Leader Sen. Mike Klimesh (R - Spillville) discusses the 2026 legislative session and Senate Republicans’ agenda.

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Recent Guests

Jennifer Konfrst
House Minority Leader in the Iowa House since June 2021, representing Windsor Heights
Iowa House of Representatives
Episode: Iowa House Democratic Leader
Brenna Bird
Iowa's Attorney General since January 2023, and a former aide to Congressman Steve King and Governor Terry Branstad.
Episode: Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird
Janice Weiner
Senate Minority Leader of Iowa
Iowa Senate
Episode: Iowa Senate Minority Leader Janice Weiner
Paul Pate
Former State Legislator and Iowa Secretary of State
Episode: Iowa Secretary of State
Chris Hagenow
President of Iowans for Tax Relief
Iowans for Tax Relief
Episode: Taxes and Fiscal Policy
Mike Owen
Deputy Director of Common Good Iowa
Common Good Iowa
Episode: Taxes and Fiscal Policy
Taylor Collins
Chair of the Higher Education Committee, Republican from Mediapolis
Iowa House of Representatives
Episode: Members of the Iowa House Higher Education Committee
Ross Wilburn
Ranking member of the Higher Education Committee, former mayor of Iowa City
Iowa House of Representatives
Episode: Members of the Iowa House Higher Education Committee
Jeff Kaufmann
Chairman of the Republican Party of Iowa
Republican Party of Iowa
Episode: Chairman of the Republican Party of Iowa

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Kay Henderson
Host of Iowa Press

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 10 ratings
  • OK but could be better

    Iowa Press has a good assortment of political content but should be better on some clarity & fact checking. They recently (11/19/21) discussed 2022 elections, school superintendent elections & how CRT is taught in grade schools, failing to mention CRT is a college-level education & it’s more a racial education ideology that is being debated. This journalistic failure is seen across the media right now. Iowa Press should strive to do better.

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    Jessica_981
    United States4 years ago
  • Video needed

    Great content. Would be nice to see this as a video podcast

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    5
    Cornfed2
    United States12 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the depth of discussion but sometimes express concerns about clarity and fact-checking.
The content is informative and tackles a wide range of political issues relevant to Iowans.
There is a strong desire from the audience for visual content to complement audio discussions.

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Ryan Melton
Q: Is there any part of those tax cuts that you would vote to keep?
Melton firmly opposes the Trump tax cuts, viewing them as detrimental to the US taxpayer and advocates for addressing corporate greed.
Ryan Melton
Q: What conversations are you having with voters about immigration?
Melton emphasizes the need for a robust immigrant labor program, aligning labor needs with federal coordination, and counters anti-immigrant sentiment with data.
Ryan Melton
Q: What policies do you think you would support at the federal level to improve the resiliency of communities?
Melton suggests advocating for community improvement earmark money and infrastructure investment to support local communities facing disasters.
Ryan Melton
Q: Why a second try at this?
Melton explains that the lack of candidates and the established infrastructure from his first campaign positions him to represent the people effectively in a challenging district.
Evolution of the Iowa GOP
Q: Can Republicans maintain support from working-class voters once Trump leaves the scene?
It will be challenging as Trump's appeal to these voters is unique, and sustaining their interest without him will require addressing their economic concerns.

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Focusing on the pressing issues that impact the lives of Iowans, the content covers a broad range of topics including politics, healthcare, education, and economic policies. Featuring interviews with newsmakers, policymakers, and elected officials, discussions often center on the Iowa legislature's actions and the implications of various laws and regulations. A highlight is the robust discussion around elections, legislative initiatives, and current affairs related to public policy, shedding light on the intricate dynamics of Iowa's political landscape. The format likely adds depth and relevance, making it a valuable resource for listeners looking to understand local and state governance.

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Iowa Press launched 18 years ago and published 26 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Iowa Press include:

1. Jennifer Konfrst
2. Brenna Bird
3. Janice Weiner
4. Paul Pate
5. Chris Hagenow
6. Mike Owen
7. Taylor Collins
8. Ross Wilburn

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