RAGBRAI: Special Field of Dreams Stop and Mystery Guest

RAGBRAI: Special Field of Dreams Stop and Mystery Guest

It's no surprise RAGBRAI cyclists will soon pedal their way into Iowa, but what may be a surprise is this year's exclusive Field of Dreams stop and a mystery celebrity who's coming for a ride. RAGBRAI executive director, Matt Phippen explains the incredible town support, and memorable experiences that come with the Registers Annual Great Bike Ride Across Iowa. Phippen explains how the ride broke into another state briefly and the controversy that came with it. He also walks us through the incredible economic impact RAGBRAI brings, and how a few church ladies made a windfall making pie for riders. We also reflect on how two YouTube stars captured Iowa's ride perfectly. 💡 Find this show on your favorite player: https://iowapodcast.com/ragbrai-field-of-dreams/ [https://iowapodcast.com/ragbrai-field-of-dreams/] ⚖️ Hurt at work? Talk to Nate Boulton for free: https://workerslawyers.com [https://workerslawyers.com] 🐖 Get a free $30 gift card from Jethro's BBQ: https://iowapodcast.com/jethrosbbq [https://iowapodcast.com/jethrosbbq]

Outdoors Dan Young shares his best fishing and hunting advice

If you're an Iowa outdoors fanatic, you likely follow or have heard of Outdoors Dan. Dan Young has been a familiar voice on WHO Radio, ESPN Radio, and KXNO and The Outdoor Call Radio Network online. Young shares his best bow hunting and fishing advice, including taking down a bear, or two, or three. Young explains tips for beginners and pros including some of his favorite fishing spots. He also explains how to find areas to hunt on, how to get permission from Iowa landowners, and where to find public lands. If you're an outdoor beginner or expert, Outdoors Dan is your guy. 💡 Find this show on your favorite player: https://iowapodcast.com/outdoors-dan-young/ [https://iowapodcast.com/outdoors-dan-young/] ⚖️ Hurt at work? Talk to Nate Boulton for free: https://workerslawyers.com [https://workerslawyers.com] 🐖 Get a free $30 gift card from Jethro's BBQ: https://iowapodcast.com/jethrosbbq [https://iowapodcast.com/jethrosbbq]

Clear Lake 4th of July is like a Hallmark Movie

American is 250 years old and Clear Lake, Iowa is celebrating with a bang! Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce, Stacy Doughan explains why 60,000 Iowans squeeze into the town during this massive celebration, visitor FAQs, and why key decisions around lake restoration improved the local area. 💡 Official show page with links: https://iowapodcast.com/clear-lake-4th-of-july [https://iowapodcast.com/clear-lake-4th-of-july] ⚖️ Hurt at work? Talk to Nate Boulton for free: https://workerslawyers.com [https://workerslawyers.com] 🐖 Get a free $30 gift card from Jethro's BBQ: https://iowapodcast.com/jethrosbbq [https://iowapodcast.com/jethrosbbq] Doughan explains why Clear Lake is seeing a growth spurt as people seek out quiet, close-knit life. She also tells the encouraging story of how Clear Lake went from an eye-sore to something the local community is proud of. That growth however has come at a cost she says. Housing hasn't kept up with demand. What's being done about that?

Iowa County Fairs bring in over 1 billion dollars for Iowa!

County fairs are county-wide celebrations, but because of their local focus Iowans don't understand the incredible economic impact they have on our state. Thomas Barnes explains the billion dollar economic impact county fairs have, and why our 99 counties somehow have 106 county fairs. 💡 Find this show on your favorite player: http://iowapodcast.com/association-of-iowa-fairs [http://iowapodcast.com/association-of-iowa-fairs] ⚖️ Hurt at work? Talk to Nate Boulton for free: https://workerslawyers.com [https://workerslawyers.com] 🐖 Get a free $30 gift card from Jethro's BBQ: https://iowapodcast.com/jethrosbbq [https://iowapodcast.com/jethrosbbq] Barnes is the Executive Director of the Association of Iowa Fairs. He explains how the fair system in Iowa works, and the importance of programs like FFA and 4H. He explains some of the headwinds these programs face. Will Iowa capitalize on the national focus on agriculture, and homesteading?

Ice Cream Days in Le Mars, Iowa. A brief history and how to attend!

It's almost here! Le Mars Iowa hosts it's annual Ice Cream Days festival. Executive Director, Kristen Heimgartner explains the history of the special event, how you can get free ice cream, why their town is growing, and how their biggest employer, Wells, sources dairy from Iowa farms. 💡 Find this show on your favorite player: https://iowapodcast.com/ice-cream-days [https://iowapodcast.com/ice-cream-days] ⚖️ Hurt at work? Talk to Nate Boulton for free: https://workerslawyers.com [https://workerslawyers.com] 🐖 Get a free $30 gift card from Jethro's BBQ: https://iowapodcast.com/jethrosbbq [https://iowapodcast.com/jethrosbbq]