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ISU researchers are working to improve accuracy in criminal eyewitness lineups

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River to River, hosted by Ben Kieffer

On this episode of River to River, host Ben Kieffer talks with two researchers at Iowa State University about a new procedure they've developed to capture more information from eyewitnesses during police investigations and better detect a suspect's guilt or innocence.

Also, we talk with two Jefferson women behind a grassroots movement that brought new life to a nearly 150-year-old downtown building and helped renew local dining and tourism.

A portion of this episode was originally produced February 9, 2023. Another portion of this episode was originally produced March 9, 2023.

Guests:

  • Andrew Smith, ISU assistant professor of psychology
  • Nydia Ayala, ISU doctoral candidate
  • Peg Raney, board president, Why Not Us?
  • Sara Ostrander, owner/chef, The Centennial
Ben Kieffer is the host of "River to River." Since 2007, Kieffer has interviewed, conversed with, and shared ideas from guests of all backgrounds and locations, and has helped listeners better understand, appreciate, and explore their state and the world around them. Kieffer has a bachelor's degree from the University of Iowa.
Samantha McIntosh is a talk show producer for Iowa Public Radio. She holds a bachelor's degree from St. Cloud State University. Since 2022, McIntosh has worked with IPR's talk team to bring news and features to IPR's listening audience.
Dani Gehr is a talk show producer for Iowa Public Radio. She holds a bachelor's degree from Iowa State University. Since 2022, Gehr has worked with IPR's talk team to bring news and features to IPR's listening audience.