River to River is a conversation about the news — from an Iowa perspective. Together, we dig into the story behind the headlines, talking with newsmakers and experts to find out how the news affects you.
Ben Kieffer hosts this national award-winning program, which takes on challenging topics, explores issues from all sides, frames community problems, and fosters conversation and understanding. On Mondays during the legislative session, hear conversations with lawmakers and those impacted by actions at the statehouse. Wednesdays bring in political analysts from around the state to help you dissect the week in politics. And Fridays, we buzz through the week’s biggest news stories.
River to River is produced by Caitlin Troutman, Danielle Gehr and Samantha McIntosh , and our digital producer is Natalie Dunlap. Our executive producer is Katherine Perkins. Our theme music is by The River Monks.
Call into the live show weekdays from noon to 1 p.m. at 866-780-9100 or email the show's hosts and producers at rivertoriver@iowapublicradio.org. If you miss the show, download the podcast to listen at any time.
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The USS Iowa is the first Virginia Class submarine built with accommodations for female crew members. -
Political scientists discuss the latest headlines, including another heated town hall held by Sen. Chuck Grassley and Gov. Kim Reynolds' decision not to seek reelection in 2026.
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A federal hiring freeze and layoffs at the National Weather Service are impacting the accuracy of forecasts and long-range outlooks.
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High valuations in recent years have increased the burden of property taxes on homeowners. Still, opponents argue that efforts to reform property taxes could harm services citizens rely on and take away local power.
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Federal funding cuts are hitting several areas here in Iowa. This hour, we learn about two of them.
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For better or worse, the COVID-19 pandemic forced Iowans to adapt.
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President Donald Trump's tariffs caused havoc in the stock market, and he later announced a pause on all tariffs, except those against China. Iowa political experts weigh in.
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Cold cases are resolved on an almost weekly basis by new investigative techniques and forensic technologies that can process DNA evidence from long dormant crime scenes.
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Statehouse reporters discuss the bills that did and did not make it through the second 'funnel' deadline — including legislation on DEI, libraries, Medicaid and more.
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Mara Liasson has worked for NPR for 40 years, covering Congress and the White House.