The @WorldFoodPrize officially set a new record in the Guinness Book of World Records (@GWR) by packing over 600,000 meals in one hour. We spoke with Governor Tom Vilsack, (CEO of The World Food Prize), Thomas Bradford, Adjudicator for Guinness Book of World Records, Iowa State Senator Renee Hardman, @DesMoinesGov Mayor Connie Boesen and Brooks Reynolds, founder of @BRBaconFest and @JRsSouthPork.

.@WettachForIowa is running for State Auditor, promising to carry on the work of current Auditor, Rob Sand. He says he's running to oppose corruption and we ask what corruption he's most concerned about. He also discusses a potential job Washington's DOGE cuts cost him. Wettach explained why he left New York City based law firm, Simpson Thacher & Bartlett in May of 2025 due to a Trump White House arrangement that concerned him. He also explains how DOGE's cost cutting recommendations cost him a new job with the US Treasury and his thoughts around government efficiency. 💡 Find this show on your favorite player: iowapodcast.com/taylor-wetta… 🐖 Get a free $30 gift card from Jethro's BBQ: iowapodcast.com/jethrosbbq

Huh? @RickStewart supports UBI? Does @LPIowa agree with @AndrewYang?

Peterson Hall Dorm Mates Before Founders: The Idea That Came First.

$25,000 Track Lights: An Iowa Startup's First Sales Reach Boston.

A US Manufacturer Told This Iowa Startup It Would Outsource to China Anyway.

From 'Two College Guys With an Idea' to a Real Team, Thanks to Iowa.

It's the Mario Kart Ghost, But for Track Runners.

Your flour isn't supposed to last forever.

Ugly field, bigger check: an organic farmer does the math.

You read that right, Community Choice Credit Union is now offering low-cost, monthly unlimited access healthcare plans for it's 50,000 members. CEO Josh Cook explains their crazy partnership with Hy-Vee Health Exemplar Care and how their plan will give members 24/7 access to doctors for a low monthly cost. Cook says there aren't plans to actually take your temperature and check your blood pressure while helping you on a small business or home loan (yet). Instead, he believes their first-of-a-kind partnership will have positive long-term impact on their customers and community. Health and finances are directly linked, he told us. Project Link: iowapodcast.com/josh-cook/

One shot of penicillin and this calf was no longer organic.

Pro tip for PR people: if you pitch a guest who has no connection to Iowa and doesn't live here, we aren't going to bother replying. We will just mark you as spam. Much love, 🫶 Justin

Candidate for Congress, @RickStewart of @LPIowa says he didn't collect signatures. He explains what he found inside a mysterious box dropped on his doorstep. @LPNational

What do you reach for if you want to wind down with a delicious cocktail, but don't want alcohol or THC? Your options are fruit juice or sparkling water. @simplyhealthyrd, co-founder of Pesche and a certified nutritionist, says that gap is an opportunity to create a new beverage product focused around positive health "moments." Pesche's husband and co-founder was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes in his twenties, which threw fuel on their inspirational fire to create a delicious, yet nutritious beverage using mushrooms, herbs, and minerals. Could they create a beverage that not only tasted good, but also aided calm, focus, or sleep? 💡 Find this show on your favorite player: iowapodcast.com/taylor-grass… ⚖️ Get guidance from Dentons Davis Brown: dentons.com/en/dentons-davis… 🐖 Get a free $30 gift card from Jethro's BBQ: iowapodcast.com/jethrosbbq

Iowans are milling their own flour at home now.

Congratulations to Plas-Tech for winning @SBAgov #MillionDollarPitch! We interviewed their CEO last month. Thank you @GrantCardone @NICKIMINAJ @jgebbia

Can't eat bread here, but fine in Italy? Iowa flour mill owner weighs in.

They Tore Down @Dave_Bushaw 's Middle School for a Dollar Tree. Then It Closed. xitter.cf/IowaPodcast/status/211…

Iowa State Treasurer Candidate @NorwoodJohn explains his IPERS concerns, discusses the problems with Iowa officials selecting lowest-bidders on state projects, and shares how he'd pull all state funds from national banks into Iowa banks. Despite Iowa Republicans being clear about supporting IPERS with no intention to change it, Norwood shares why he is still concerned. He also explains the economics behind moving 2.5 billion dollars of state funds into Iowa banks, he says even if the investment returns are lower, the overall state economic impact is worth it. 💡 Find this show on your favorite player: iowapodcast.com/john-norwood ⚖️ Hurt at work? Talk to Nate Boulton for free: workerslawyers.com 🐖 Get a free $30 gift card from Jethro's BBQ: iowapodcast.com/jethrosbbq