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Gary Dolphin - Iowa 25-24 win Saturday
Rory O'Neill - Louvre Museum Theft
It was like something out of a movie… as thieves made off with jewels from the Louvre Museum over the weekend. NBC News Radio National Correspondent RORY O’NEILL joined Doug with the latest.
Rob Sand - Democrat Candidate for Governor
Doug spoke with State Auditor and Democrat candidate for Governor, Rob Sand. They discussed the upcoming re-audit of the Des Moines Public Schools, the lowering of state revenue expectations and what that means to Iowans, and his 100 city town hall tour. https://www.auditor.iowa.gov/
https://robsand.com/
Brian Moody - Safety Issues When Buying a Car for a Teen
Choosing the right car for a teen driver is no easy task. Parents want something safe, reliable, and budget-friendly while teens focus on style and freedom. Finding the right balance is critical, especially as the U.S. Department of Transportation reveals that teen car crashes are the leading cause of death among 15- to 18-year-olds. Doug spoke with Kelley Blue Book Executive Editor, Brian Moody, about what safety issues they see as critical. www.KBB.com
Ernie Goss, Ph.D. - Rural Mainstreet Index
Doug spoke with Creighton University Professor of Economic, Ernie Goss, Ph.D., about his monthly Rural Mainstreet Index. Prof. Goss says that the regional economy continues to soften, mainly due to lower crop prices and smaller markets due to tariffs. Heider College of Business
Zach Shefska - AI and Car Buying
CarEdge CEO Zach Shefska, joined Doug to talk about how AI is changing car buying -- and auto retail at large, leveling the playing field for everyday car shoppers. www.CarEdge.com
Randy Krejci - Friday Night Lights!
Randy Krejci, The Commish, joined Doug with a preview of Friday Night Lights!
Greg Morris - Penn State move in to Kinnick
The Shoe Guy, Greg Morris, joined Doug, to talk about the Penn State move in to Kinnick. Greg is the retired Football Equipment Manager, and is now the Locker Room Attendant for the visiting team. In other words, he’s the keeper of the pink locker room.
Chip Lupo - Wallethub
Are Americans traveling this winter like they have in the past? Despite the higher costs expected, yes. Doug spoke with Wallethub’s Chip Lupo about their Winter Travel Survey (2025)
Rory O’Neill - Will Ukraine get Tomahawk missiles from the U.S.
Today, President Trump will be meeting with Ukrainian President Zelensky at the White House. Will Ukraine get Tomahawk missiles from the U.S.? Doug spoke with Rory O’Neill, NBC News Radio National Correspondent, for the latest.