Out Of The Darkness - Finding The Connection You May Need

Suicide isn't an easy conversation to have but it needs to happen.  Each suicide impacts 135 people.  In the time you listen to the Inside Iowa Podcast 2 more lives will have been lost.  However every kind word can cause a ripple effect.  Listen and then join us for the Out Of The Darkness Walk 202…

Iowa Donor Network Give Life 5K 2026

 At the Iowa Donor Network they like to highlight the power of one donor.  One organ donor can save up to 8 lives and one tissue donor can heal and enhance the lives of up to 300 people.  Here in Iowa there are over 600 people waiting for an organ transplant.  Learn how to become a donor and the im…

Food Bank Of Iowa Helping Strengthen Bodies and Minds

The Food Bank Of Iowa isn't just about giving people food. They give families hope and resilience. They provide the tools we all need to go to work and school and to be vital productive members of our communities.  The need continues to grow as does the Food Bank Of Iowa and their ways to help. 

Pony Express Riders Of Iowa 2026

There is more to The Pony Express Riders Of Iowa than you know.  As a matter of fact you don't even have to ride a horse to be a member.  It's about the giving back and supporting of disabled Iowans with Easter Seals and Camp Sunnyside.  

Animal Learning Day with Iowa State University

They are very much a part of the future of agriculture in Iowa.  This week we spoke with Tyler Pudenz and Lauren Meier with ISU College of Agriculture and Life Sciences with your invite to this year's Animal Learning Day.  It's FREE and OPEN TO EVERYONE.

Who Is Talent Collective DSM and How To Get Involved

This week we talked with the President of Talent Collective DSM.  There isn't a lack of workforce talent in Iowa but a pipeline shortage.  They exist to bridge that gap between the students in our community and what's needed in middle skill jobs in Iowa.  

American Parkinson's Disease Association Iowa Chapter

The people of the APDA Iowa Chapter and the community in general will go above and beyond to help you and get you everything you need.  If you're newly diagnosed and don't know where to turn don't be afraid to reach out to them.  The worst thing is to feel like you're going through this alone. 

Matt Mortvedt with the Iowa Insurance Fraud Bureau

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.  

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

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 Kids Radiothon.  Why a hospital in Memphis you may ask?  Listen to this week's show to answer that question and more. 

Suicide Prevention Love Yourself This Valentine's Day

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.