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QC, THAT'S WHERE!

Hosted by Visit Quad Cities · leisure · EN-US

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About this Podcast:

The QC has some really unique stories to tell. Our new QC, THAT'S WHERE podcast (formerly QC Current), brings those stories to life. This bi-weekly half-hour show focuses on telling the untold stories of this must-experience riverfront destination. Through in-depth interviews with Quad Citizens, listeners will learn more about little-known local history, innovations, and unexpected entrepreneurs who capture the energy, culture, and spirit of the Quad Cities. Whether you're a long-time Quad Citizen, a recent transplant, or a visitor to the QC, you'll learn something new.

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32%

Guest openness

Selective

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What is QC, THAT'S WHERE! about?

The QC has some really unique stories to tell. Our new QC, THAT'S WHERE podcast (formerly QC Current), brings those stories to life. This bi-weekly half-hour show focuses on telling the untold stories of this must-experience riverfront destination.

Who hosts QC, THAT'S WHERE!?

QC, THAT'S WHERE! is hosted by Visit Quad Cities. The show has published 91 episodes to date.

What has QC, THAT'S WHERE! covered recently?

Recent episodes include "AI, That’s Where the Quad Cities Thinks Beyond Here" (13 October 2026, 40 minutes), "Do transplants have the best view of the QC?" (31 August 2026, 44 minutes), and "QC That’s Where Service Starts with Showing Up" (17 August 2026, 35 minutes).

How often does QC, THAT'S WHERE! publish?

QC, THAT'S WHERE! publishes roughly monthly, with episodes averaging 35 minutes across 91 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on QC, THAT'S WHERE!?

Booking probability for QC, THAT'S WHERE! is 32%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. QC, THAT'S WHERE! requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. QC, THAT'S WHERE!'s contact route on record: public web form.

About the host

Visit Quad Cities hosts QC, THAT'S WHERE!, a leisure podcast with 91 episodes published.

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Recent episodes

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  • Episode #5

    AI, That’s Where the Quad Cities Thinks Beyond Here

    Oct 13, 202640 minS6

    Send us Fan Mail AI is changing how we work, learn, create and make decisions — but what does responsible AI adoption look like for a community like the Quad Cities? In this episode, we sit down with Padmini Soni...

  • QC, THAT'S WHERE!

    Do transplants have the best view of the QC?

    Aug 31, 202644 min

    Send us Fan Mail Join sisters Alexey Knudsen and Katrina Keuning for a laugh-out-loud, nostalgic conversation as they reminisce about experiencing the Quad Cities as children and watching the place they once knew as...

  • Episode #4

    QC That’s Where Service Starts with Showing Up

    Aug 17, 202635 minS6

    Send us Fan Mail Jerry Jones has built a life around service. Not just to the Quad Cities, but to the people who call it home. In this conversation, we get to know the man behind that commitment, from growing up in the...

  • Episode #3

    QC That’s Where We CT Scan Mummies

    Apr 8, 202632 minS7

    Send us Fan Mail A Conestoga wagon that doubles as a kaleidoscope, Holocaust survivor violins that still fill a concert hall, and a triceratops headed for Iowa. That’s not a movie plot, it’s what’s happening across the...

  • Episode #2

    Quad Cities, Where Sports Tourism Grows

    Mar 6, 202625 minS7

    Send us Fan Mail We sit down with John David of Sports ETA to unpack the surge in sports tourism, the rise of women’s athletics, and how smart facilities turn weekend tournaments into lasting economic impact. Stories...

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  • Episode #1

    How The Quad Cities Wins Big On Group Tourism And Local Pride

    Feb 7, 202651 minS7

    Send us Fan Mail A train rumbles past our new Union Station studio as we kick off a candid, future-facing look at what makes the Quad Cities move: river, road, rail and a visitor economy ready to surge in 2026. We walk...

  • Episode #7

    Travels with Darley: Discovering the QC’s Hidden Gems with a Travel Trailblazer

    Oct 13, 202533 minS6

    Send us Fan Mail A city can whisper its story before anyone speaks—the curve of a bridge, the hum of a market, the glow of a fourth‑generation soda fountain. We sit down with PBS host and producer Darley Newman of...

  • Episode #6

    QC, That's Where Community is Stronger Than Cancer

    Sep 11, 202526 minS6

    Send us Fan Mail Discover the remarkable story behind the Mississippi Dragon Boat Festival, a new event coming to the Quad Cities waterfront that blends ancient tradition with a compassionate purpose. At the heart of it...

  • Episode #5

    Gary Thrapp: The power of youth sports and the strategies to make the most of the wonder years

    Jul 16, 202545 minS6

    Send us Fan Mail The most profound truth about youth sports might just surprise you. For Gary Thrapp, founder of Beyond the Baseline and veteran coach with 40 years of experience, it's not about trophies or...

  • Episode #4

    Game, Set, Match: The PPA Challenger Series Comes to the Quad Cities

    Jul 7, 202524 minS6

    Send us Fan Mail Dylan Wiemers, Club Director at the QC Tennis Club, brings a unique perspective to the local sports scene. Growing up in Coal Valley and training at the very facility he now manages, his journey from...

  • Episode #3

    QC, That’s Where a glowing gift to the Quad Cities becomes Iowa’s largest public art display

    Apr 30, 202537 minS6

    Send us Fan Mail Something extraordinary is about to light up the Quad Cities skyline. The Figge Art Museum's glass façade will soon transform into Evanescent Field – a breathtaking light installation and the largest...

  • Episode #2

    World, meet the QC. QC, meet the World.

    Mar 11, 202534 minS6

    Send us Fan Mail We're diving deep into the transformative power of cultural exchange, as our guest, Emerald Johnson from the Iowa Resource for International Service, shares her insights on what it means to welcome...

  • Episode #1

    'QC, That's Where' your next cat might be at a cat lounge

    Feb 26, 202522 minS6

    Send us Fan Mail Captivating and unique, Books & Meows is not your average spot for coffee and cuddles. This podcast episode dives deep into the establishment's heart, exploring how Nicole Puryear has created a...

  • Episode #12

    'QC, That's Where' we're nurturing tomorrow's leaders today

    Nov 13, 202437 minS5

    Send us Fan Mail Rene Gellerman, President and CEO of United Way, joins us to share the inspiring journey behind her new book, "Adventures of Kids United: The Glass Bridge." Her personal story translates into a powerful...

  • Episode #11

    QC, That's Where the Marching Illini Celebrates Labor Day!

    Aug 30, 202422 minS5

    Send us Fan Mail What sparks a lifelong passion for music? Join us as we uncover the journeys of Jack and Anna, two spirited members of the University of Illinois Marching Illini, as they prepare for a heartfelt return...

  • Episode #10

    An Epic Canoe Journey with Dana Starkell: From Childhood Adventures to Record-Breaking Feats

    Jul 24, 202459 minS5

    Send us Fan Mail Do not attempt the feats described in this podcast unless with a trained guide or professional. Always practice safety on the water. Find paddlecraft info on the US Coast Guard's website, here...

  • Episode #9

    'QC, That's Where' You'll Find A Legacy of Flight and Festivities

    Jun 10, 202437 minS5

    Send us Fan Mail Can you imagine an air show that not only fills the sky with breathtaking maneuvers but also rocks out with three incredible concerts? Join us for an enlightening chat with Evan Hopper, the Vice...

  • Episode #8

    QC, That's Where Tradition Tastes Sweet at Whitey's Ice Cream

    May 31, 202439 minS5

    Send us Fan Mail What does it take to keep a family business thriving for generations? Join us as we sit down with Annika and Jon Tunberg from Whitey's Ice Cream, a beloved staple in the Quad Cities community. Jon...

  • Episode #7

    QC, That's Where We're Navigating Parenthood with 'Quad Cities Mom'

    May 2, 202422 minS5

    Send us Fan Mail Join us as we delve into the unique world of Midwest parenting with Sierra Stuart and Alyssa Williams, of Quad Cities Mom. They share their journey of creating a digital space for parents, filled with...

  • Episode #6

    A Haven for Literature Lovers and Coffee Enthusiasts

    Apr 26, 202431 minS5

    Send us Fan Mail There's a special kind of connection that occurs when books and coffee come together, and this episode's guest, Kara Taghon from The Atlas Collective, is a true magician in that respect. With the scent...

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