Now in its sixth year, the "Iowa Business Report” is a weekly half-hour radio program featuring interviews about business, government, the economy, jobs, trade, and investments. Each program also includes a “Business Profile” segment, telling the story of one Iowa-based company and its impact. The "Iowa Business Report" also airs as a weekday two-minute feature. The "Iowa Business Report" is presented with support from the Iowa Business Council (iowabusinesscouncil.org). The program is a copyrighted production of Totally Iowa Media, which is solely responsible for its content.
Iowa Business Report Wednesday Edition
April 17, 2024
U.S. Sen. Charles Grassley (R-IA) on dim prospects for a new five-year farm bill to be passed by Congress this year.
Iowa Business Report Tuesday Edition
April 16, 2024
Financial journalist Jordan Goodman on the impact of California's new $20-per-hour minimum wage law.
Iowa Business Report Monday Edition
April 15, 2024
Iowa Economic Development Authority director Debi Durham on what many misunderstand about the agency's work.
On this edition of the Iowa Business Report:
The latest quarterly survey of Iowa Business Council members is very optimistic, due in part to high anticipated sales. IBC president Joe Murphy shares d…
Iowa Business Report Friday Edition
April 12, 2024
Lt. Gov. Adam Gregg discusses rural economic development issues as they pertain to small towns in our state.
Iowa Business Report Thursday Edition
April 11, 2024
Mike Ralston of the Iowa Association of Business and Industry notes a few items for the Iowa legislature to take action on before adjournment la…
Iowa Business Report Wednesday Edition
April 10, 2024
Rob Mauritz, president and CEO of LBS in Des Moines, which has been employee-owned for the past decade.
Iowa Business Report Tuesday Edition
April 09, 2024
Joe Murphy of the Iowa Business Council with a "to-do" list for Iowa lawmakers before they adjourn this month.
Iowa Business Report Monday Edition
April 08, 2024
Financial journalist Jordan Goodman breaks down the better-than-expected jobs and economic report released last Friday.
On this edition of the Iowa Business Report:
The world comes to Des Moines for the 10th annual Global Insurance Symposium later this month. Event co-chair Aaron Pearce previews the event.
Joe Murphy o…
Iowa Business Report Thursday Edition
April 05, 2024
Aaron Pearce, co-chair of the Global Insurance Symposium, with a preview of the 10th annual event to be held in Des Moines this month.
Iowa Business Report Thursday Edition
April 04, 2024
Joe Murphy of the Iowa Business Council says near-record optimism for sales is boosting overall economic confidence among IBC members.
Iowa Business Report Wednesday Edition
April 03, 2024
Iowa Association of Business and Industry president Mike Ralston with data from the group's new quarterly member survey, showing caution but stil…
Iowa Business Report Tuesday Edition
April 02, 2024
Automotive and mobility expert Ken Chester on the outlook for electric vehicles.
Iowa Business Report Monday Edition
April 01, 2024
Financial journalist Jordan Goodman outlining the impact of the recent settlement of an antitrust lawsuit against a national realtors' group.
On this edition of the Iowa Business Report:
The 8th Iowa Rural Summit takes place in Ames in April. Iowa Rural Development Council executive director Bill Menner gives a preview.
Legendary college …
Iowa Business Report Friday Edition
March 29, 2024
Legendary football coach Lou Holtz compares the teams he coached to growing businesses.
Iowa Business Report Thursday Edition
March 28, 2024
Bill Menner of the Iowa Rural Development Council identifies some of the key challenges Iowa's rural areas are currently facing.
Iowa Business Report Wednesday Edition
March 27, 2024
U.S. Rep. Zach Nunn (R-IA03) on the positive outcomes of the protracted federal budget debate.
Iowa Business Report Tuesday Edition
March 26, 2024
U.S. Sen. Charles Grassley (R-Iowa) reacts to the Biden Administration's change in electric vehicle mandates.