Episodes

  • Tough Decisions in Iowa Schools

    Tough Decisions in Iowa Schools
    Mar 13 2026
    Jim Mertens talks with Bettendorf School Superintendent Dr. Michelle Morse about the changes the legislature is considering.
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    27 mins
  • Canadian Tariffs and Celebrating Irish Traditions and the Great Parade.

    Canadian Tariffs and Celebrating Irish Traditions and the Great Parade.
    Mar 7 2026
    28 mins
  • Learn to Read & Historic QC

    Learn to Read & Historic QC
    Feb 21 2026
    Jim Mertens talks with Christine Barth of the Scott Country Library System about their new collection of phonics based books and resources. He also talks with Christina Kastell, Putnam Museum Curator, about her new podcast that focuses on the history of the Quad Cities in the lead up to America's 250th birthday.
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    26 mins
  • Spotting Human Trafficking

    Spotting Human Trafficking
    Feb 14 2026
    Jim talks with Sara K. about the signs of human trafficking and also talks with wildlife biologist Kelly McKay about eagle counting.
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    27 mins
  • The State of Moline, IL

    The State of Moline, IL
    Feb 7 2026
    Jim talks with Moline Mayor Rayapati about the state of the city and what we can expect in this new year.
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    27 mins
  • Changing Iowa Universities

    Changing Iowa Universities
    Jan 31 2026
    Jim Mertens talks with Iowa State Rep. Taylor Collins about changing what's taught in Iowa universities and also talks with John Deere historian Neil Dahlstrom about John Deere's 222nd birthday.
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    28 mins
  • You Could Learn the Uke!

    You Could Learn the Uke!
    Jan 24 2026
    Jim Mertens talks with Rock Island Mayor Ashley Harris about the State of Rock Island. He also talks with Brian Alm, Egyptologist and CommUniversity lecturer, about the opportunities the community can take advantage of at CommUniversity.
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    27 mins
  • Illinois Legislative Session 2026

    Illinois Legislative Session 2026
    Jan 17 2026
    In this episode Jim Mertens talks with Illinois lawmakers, who have just returned to the state capitol for a new session, about what to expect in the new year.
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    26 mins