On Iowa Politics Podcast

Iowa political reporters and columnists meet weekly to discuss the latest news and analyze what's happening in Iowa politics. Think in-depth updates from the Iowa Legislature and the campaign trail. This podcast is recorded and produced by The Gazette in Cedar Rapids and features journalists from news organizations across the state.

On Iowa Politics Podcast is a commentary podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 200 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

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  Potential running mate issues in Iowa's gubernatorial race

  Sep 11, 202645 min

  On Iowa Politics is a weekly news and analysis podcast that aims to recreate the kinds of conversations that happen when you get political reporters from across Iowa together after the day’s deadlines have been met. Tackling anything from local to state to national, On Iowa Politics is your weekly dose of analysis and insight into the issues affecting Iowa. This week, we talk about upcoming debates and potential running mate issues in Iowa’s gubernatorial election, and we’ll recall 9/11. This episode was hosted by Gazette Des Moines Bureau Chief Erin Murphy and produced by Gazette Deputy Digital Content Manager Bailey Cichon. It features Gazette Deputy Bureau Chief Tom Barton and Gazette columnists Althea Cole and Todd Dorman. Read the articles mentioned in this episode: (0:50) Iowa’s fall debate calendar is filling up. One major race is missing. (10:37) Wulf’s baggage is weighing down Lahn’s campaign Lenders, farmers accuse Lt. Gov candidate Derek Wulf of theft, fraud Iowa Lt. Gov. candidate Wulf addresses personal finances at conservative group’s meeting (23:25) How did The Sioux City Journal cover Sept. 11, 2001?

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  The Latest on the Campaign Trail

  Sep 3, 202639 min

  On Iowa Politics is a weekly news and analysis podcast that aims to recreate the kinds of conversations that happen when you get political reporters from across Iowa together after the day’s deadlines have been met. Tackling anything from local to state to national, On Iowa Politics is your weekly dose of analysis and insight into the issues affecting Iowa. This week, we’ll discuss Iowa Farm Bureau’s endorsements – and lack thereof – and talk about our team’s bountiful coverage from the campaign trail. This episode was hosted by Gazette Des Moines Bureau Chief Erin Murphy and produced by Gazette Deputy Digital Content Manager Bailey Cichon. It features Gazette Deputy Bureau Chief Tom Barton, Lee Des Moines Bureau Chief Hailey Peck, Sarah Watson of the Quad City Times, Jared McNett of the Sioux City Journal and Gazette columnists Althea Cole and Todd Dorman. Read the articles mentioned in the episode: (1:59) Iowa Farm Bureau endorsements skip governor’s race (10:17) Bird, McGowan cautious but optimistic during Sioux City GOP fundraiser (15:34) Democrat running for Iowa Treasurer wants to bolster IPERS, push for financial policies (22:28) Joe Mitchell warns of threat from left at Cedar Rapids rally (31:39) Iowa Democratic candidates make their cases at Polk County Steak Fry fundraiser

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  Iowa and the $126M Meta Settlement

  Aug 27, 202640 min

  On Iowa Politics is a weekly news and analysis podcast that aims to recreate the kinds of conversations that happen when you get political reporters from across Iowa together after the day’s deadlines have been met. Tackling anything from local to state to national, On Iowa Politics is your weekly dose of analysis and insight into the issues affecting Iowa. This week, we discuss Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird and the $17.1 billion-dollar multistage settlement with Meta over child safety. Plus, data centers are back in the news yet again. This episode was hosted by Gazette Des Moines Bureau Chief Erin Murphy and produced by Gazette Deputy Digital Content Manager Bailey Cichon. It features Lee Des Moines Bureau Chief Hailey Peck, Sarah Watson of the Quad City Times, Jared McNett of the Sioux City Journal and Gazette columnists Althea Cole and Todd Dorman. Read the articles discussed in this episode: (2:24) Salix City Council denies one-year data center moratorium Sioux City Council broaches data center discussion Tuesday (7:52) Iowa Attorney General: Meta settlement 'a massive win for keeping kids safe' (14:19) Opinion: ‘Save Our Bacon Act’ won’t save rural Iowa (22:27) Opinion: As election approaches, Republicans looking for points from less than ideal hand (33:37) Hailey Peck: Five things I learned from my first Iowa State Fair

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  The Gazette's Pints & Politics August 2026

  Aug 20, 20261h 21m

  Pints & Politics is a year-round gathering featuring The Gazette and special guests from across the state and party lines. National, state, and local issues are covered, with opportunities to zone in on the latest headlines. Attendees participate in audience polls, submit questions, and enjoy time with some of their favorite journalists, columnists, and guests! This beloved event and lively conversation invite attendees to learn more about the issues impacting their community. The Gazette and Presenting Sponsor Cedar Rapids Area Association of Realtors hosted this Pints & Politics event on August 13, 2026. This event was held at CSPS in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Special guest was University of Iowa political science professor Tim Hagle. This event’s panel included The Gazette’s Todd Dorman, Deputy Des Moines Bureau Chief Tom Barton, and The Gazette's Executive Editor Zack Kucharski, who moderated the session.

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  State Fair 2026 Edition

  Aug 20, 202633 min

  On Iowa Politics is a weekly news and analysis podcast that aims to recreate the kinds of conversations that happen when you get political reporters from across Iowa together after the day’s deadlines have been met. Tackling anything from local to state to national, On Iowa Politics is your weekly dose of analysis and insight into the issues affecting Iowa. With various meats on a stick and butter-drenched ice creams now clogging our arteries, this week we’re going to talk about candidates at the State Fair, the entire Trump administration in Iowa, another community talking data centers, and the world’s most famous vacuum. This episode was hosted by Gazette Des Moines Bureau Chief Erin Murphy and produced by Gazette Deputy Digital Content Manager Bailey Cichon. It features Gazette Deputy Bureau Chief Tom Barton, Sarah Watson of the Quad City Times and Jared McNett of the Sioux City Journal. Read the articles featured in this episode: (2:59) Chuck Grassley receives 'replacement vacuum' for 'Beth' from Sioux City staffer (9:03) In Rock Island, environmental, consumer groups advocate for state data center regulations (14:33) Salix City Council data center meeting delayed due to 'threats' (17:06) State Fair and Trump administration coverage

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