We all have a story. Della grew up in Templeton.  Her story includes family, farming, whiskey and Al Capone. Learn why she became a teacher, the different roads her six children took and her wisdom to those in school now considering a career in education.

We all have a story. Della grew up in Templeton.&nbsp; Her story includes family, farming, whiskey and Al Capone. Learn why she became a teacher, the different roads her six children took and her wisdom to those in school now considering a career in education.

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 spread the word about, please share at kim.chase@cumulus.com. Inside Iowa is a podcast supporting your local community on the Cumulus Media Des Moines Podcast Network.

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 spread the word about, please share at kim.chase@cumulus.com. Inside Iowa is a podcast supporting your local community on the Cumulus Media Des Moines Podcast Network.

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 spread the word about, please share at <a href="mailto:kim.chase@cumulus.com">kim.chase@cumulus.com</a>. Inside Iowa is a podcast supporting your local community on the Cumulus Media Des Moines Podcast Network.

PEOPLE OF IOWA - MEET DELLA WEEMS

Sergeant Paul Parizek has a career in law enforcement that extends right around 3 decades and his is the face and voice we trust.  Especially when the unexpected happens in Des Moines. Listen this week for a more in depth conversation on the post office shooting AND on staying vigilante while still living your life.

Sergeant Paul Parizek has a career in law enforcement that extends right around 3 decades and his is the face and voice we trust.&nbsp; Especially when the unexpected happens in Des Moines. Listen this week for a more in depth conversation on the post office shooting AND on staying vigilante while still living your life.

Sergeant and Public Information Officer Paul Parizek

This organization has raised over $15,000 to help those who struggle with their mental health.  Whether it has been challenged because of bullying, your sexuality or not getting the care and respect you deserve as a veteran. NERDVEMBER is here again.  How can you get involved? 

This organization has raised over $15,000 to help those who struggle with their mental health.&nbsp; Whether it has been challenged because of bullying, your sexuality or not getting the care and respect you deserve as a veteran. NERDVEMBER is here again.&nbsp; How can you get involved?&nbsp;

NERDVEMBER 2026

Do you have a senior citizen in your life?  Do you know who has not only their backs but yours?  Today's technology can make any of us victims.  This show is about making sure you're armed with what you need to protect yourself no matter your age.  

Do you have a senior citizen in your life?&nbsp; Do you know who has not only their backs but yours?&nbsp; Today's technology can make any of us victims.&nbsp; This show is about making sure you're armed with what you need to protect yourself no matter your age.&nbsp;&nbsp;

PEOPLE OF IOWA - MEET DELLA WEEMS

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