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Inside Iowa

It’s important to know the people, the events, the community and the concerns of those who live in it. Join us every week for Inside Iowa -- with Kim Chase. It"s a look at anything and everyone around us. Inside Iowa features interviews and discussions with members of our Des Moines community and surrounding areas who all have a story to tell. These stories affect you, your neighbors, and your loved ones. If you have a person, an organization or an idea for the show that you feel is important to

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18:56

Tina Smothers I AM HOME IOWA - Iowa Cares For St. Jude

Inside Iowa ·

2026/02/11

She is an Iowa native who is a leading Iowa entrepreneur now giving her time and money for our upcoming Iowa Cares For St. Jude Radiothon. Why a hospital in Memphis you may ask? Listen to this week's show to answer that question and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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21:57

Suicide Prevention Love Yourself This Valentine's Day

Inside Iowa ·

2026/02/05

We spoke this week with two people you definitely want on your side when you begin doubting your world and yourself. This Valentine's Day have some self compassion. Loving yourself is important to your well being.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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26:59

Hope On The Hoof with Jacqueline Schimel

Inside Iowa ·

2026/01/29

Mental Health is an issue we could all get better at talking about. This week learn about Hope On The Hoof. They are an Equine-Assisted Healing program born from a dream to combine the peaceful and healing nature of horses with a passion to help people through various mental health struggles.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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18:55

People Of Iowa Part 2 AJ Skogerson

Inside Iowa ·

2026/01/15

Why do the people of Iowa stay here. Those who have been here their whole lives. The people that have helped grow the state. The people behind the scenes that keep things running. Those who don't always get the spot light. This month it's Iowa native AJ Skogerson.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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15:04

The History Of The Des Moines Playhouse Is INTERNATIONAL

Inside Iowa ·

2025/12/30

Our first guest every year like clock work is Lee Ann Bakros Marketing and PR with the Des Moines Playhouse. Listen to this week's podcast to learn of the opportunities, excitement and memories to be made no matter what your talents (acting/carpentry/production) with the historical Des Moines Playhouse.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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15:04

Year End Recap 2025 Part 2

Inside Iowa ·

2025/12/23

Two of our topics this year included becoming a foster parent with the support of Foster Squad and helping our four legged friends transition from no home to a forever home with Oh My Dog Rescue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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15:12

Year End Recap 2025 Part 1

Inside Iowa ·

2025/12/20

Some of our topics this year included Crime Stoppers Of Central Iowa and how you can stay anonymous while helping keep our communities safe, staying fit for no one but ourselves and food insecurities including using your double up food bucks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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15:12

The People Of Iowa - Bill Freestone

Inside Iowa ·

2025/12/11

We've started a new segment on the Inside Iowa Show called The People Of Iowa. We'll do this once a month. We all have great stories to tell. I'd like to share some with you. This months guest is Bill Freestone...a Road Grader Driver or Superhero?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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20:18

Seasonal Safety Tips From Chief Mike Cardwell

Inside Iowa ·

2025/12/04

Our topics on this week's podcast are for all ages. From outside falls to inside falls, going out on the ice or keeping your Christmas trees hydrated. We also discussed the importance of making sure our older family members stay hydrated and more. Plus...do you know what the penguin walk is?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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24:24

Foster Squad Operation Santa 2025

Inside Iowa ·

2025/11/26

Traci Schermerhorn with Foster Squad talked with us regarding the number of children in just the state of Iowa alone in need of a foster home. We had a great conversation regarding what they do, how they help families adjusting to fostering and the upcoming Operation Santa for the holidays. Listen and find out how you can help.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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20:25

Hunger Free Holidays 2025

Inside Iowa ·

2025/11/20

We are in an era of unprecedented need for food and assistance which makes it an interesting time for food banking. The need is greater than they've ever seen before. Including during covid and over the past three years. Hunger Free Holidays is going on now and the way the Food Bank can stretch a dollar will astonish you.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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24:05

The Final Salute

Inside Iowa ·

2025/11/14

Studies show that there are over 12 million pounds of unclaimed cremated remains. Find out on this weeks show how Iowa based Final Salute is helping lay these men, women and children to rest with honor and dignity.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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20:16

Double Up Food Bucks - Healthiest State Initiative

Inside Iowa ·

2025/11/04

Jami Habrel is the Executive Director of Healthiest State Initiative. She came on the show this week with concerns of how the government shutdown is effecting food insecurities in Iowa. Are you familiar with "Double Up Food Bucks"? Listen this week for more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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17:40

Frenchie and Crimson Nerdvember 2025

Inside Iowa ·

2025/10/29

Nerdvember is going on it's 4th year. It's about individuals empowering themselves. Don't let the haters determine who you are or who you'll become. Nerdvember is about suicide awareness and knowing you are more than who you let others think you are.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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21:26

OH MY DOG RESCUE - Do You Have The Heart And Home to...

Inside Iowa ·

2025/10/16

This is a one of a kind dog rescue that doesn't have a brick and mortar location. Instead they find foster homes for all of their rescue dogs. Learn more about them and their upcoming Bingo fundraiser coming up on October 24th.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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28:00

It's Changing Of The Seasons - How To Stay Safe

Inside Iowa ·

2025/10/08

Yeah it's hard to believe that we are this far into the "new" year. But here we are. This week with spoke with our go to guy Chief Mike Cardwell with the Urbandale Fire Department on the things we need to plan for as our seasons change. It could save your home and your family.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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21:40

FITNESS FOR EVERYONE

Inside Iowa ·

2025/09/30

I recently met someone in the business of self fitness who makes it so simple and reassuring. Listen this week for yourself. No matter your age. No matter your weight. No matter your reasons. You don't need to be looking for a "Muscle Mike" bod to enhance your own well being.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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24:32

Chief David Lorenzen Retires

Inside Iowa ·

2025/09/25

After 48 years of service in Iowa Law Enforcement and working management with the Iowa Department of Transportation Chief David Lorenzen has retired. This week we talked about growing up in Iowa, his years of experience and what's on the horizon.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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22:42

Big Brothers Big Sisters Of Central Iowa Icons Of Impact

Inside Iowa ·

2025/09/18

BBBS of Central Iowa currently have 250 youths on a waiting list looking for a mentor. If you would like to have a positive impact on a young Iowan's life learn more on this week's podcast about the upcoming "Icons Of Impact Auction" coming up in October. It's life changing for both the 'BIG' and the 'LITTLE'.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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19:59

2025 WALK TO END ALZHEIMER'S

Inside Iowa ·

2025/09/11

The sobering fact is that 11% of adults over 65 in Iowa are living with Alzheimer's Disease. Plus 1 in 5 caregivers are caring with someone with Alzheimer's. Listen this week for more including where to get free help and camaraderie. Join us for our 2025 Walk To End Alzheimer's.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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