Iowa Business Report

Iowa Business Report

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.

Episodes

January 13, 2026 2 mins

Iowa Business Report Tuesday Edition
Jan. 13, 2026   

Joe Murphy, president of the Iowa Business Council, with information on the group's quarterly economic outlook survey, which indicates IBC members are optimistic about the first six months of the new year. 

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Iowa Business Report Monday Edition
Jan. 12, 2026   

Iowa Speaker of the House Pat Grassley says property tax reform is at the top of lawmakers' to-do list this session. 

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Iowa Business Report Wednesday Edition
Jan. 07, 2026   

Financial journalist Jordan Goodman on the lucrative nature of AI investments continuing in 2026.

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Iowa Business Report Thursday Edition
Jan. 08, 2026 

Financial journalist and author Dennis Kneale expects the U.S. economy to enjoy tremendous growth in 2026. 

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Iowa Business Report Friday Edition
Jan. 09, 2026   

U.S. Rep. Zach Nunn (R-IA03) on the prospects for avoiding another partial federal government shutdown before the end of this month. 

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Iowa Business Report Tuesday Edition
Jan. 06, 2026  

David Deeds of the Waterloo Regional Airport board on the valid alternatives for business and leisure travel offered by Iowa's regional airports. 

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Iowa Business Report Monday Edition
Jan. 05, 2026 

Joe Murphy of the Iowa Business Council on workforce issues facing Iowa businesses as 2026 begins. 

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On the Iowa Business Report weekend edition:

* Dr. Ernie Goss of Creighton University suggests some things to watch regarding the American economy in 2026

* National financial journalist Jordan Goodman breaks down the mixed bag of data released by the federal government in December

* In our business profile, you'll meet Natalie Paino of Hightail Delivery, based in Bremer County

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Iowa Business Report Friday Edition
Jan. 02, 2026   

Iowa Secretary of Agriculture & Land Stewardship Mike Naig on the success of the Choose Iowa program, creating local economic development for producers and consumers. 

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Iowa Business Report Thursday Edition
Jan. 01, 2026  

Financial journalist Jordan Goodman notes the key financial issue of 2025--tariffs and their on-going impact on the U.S. and global economy. 

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Iowa Business Report Wednesday Edition
Dec. 31, 2025 

Financial journalist Jordan Goodman on the mixed bag of economic data released by the federal government this month. 

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Iowa Business Report Tuesday Edition
Dec. 30, 2025          

Creighton University economist Dr. Ernie Goss with things to watch to determine the health of the U.S. economy in 2026. 

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Iowa Business Report Monday Edition
Dec. 29, 2025         

Nicole Crain of the Iowa Association of Business and Industry shares key findings from the group's Q1-2026 economic outlook survey

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Iowa Business Report Friday Edition
Dec. 26, 2025           

Creighton University economist Dr. Ernie Goss on the danger of expecting government payouts when an economic sector falters. 

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Iowa Business Report Thursday Edition
Dec. 25, 2025          

Iowa Secretary of Agriculture and Land Stewardship Mike Naig on the impact of the recently announced payment through USDA to farmers who lost revenue due to U.S.-imposed tariffs. 

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Iowa Business Report Wednesday Edition
Dec. 24, 2025         

Joe Murphy of the Iowa Business Council on the need for continued tax reform when the Iowa General Assembly reconvenes next month. 

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Iowa Business Report Tuesday Edition
Dec. 23, 2025        

Aaron Putze of the Iowa Soybean Association on the strength and confidence of Iowa's ag producers. 

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Iowa Business Report Monday Edition
Dec. 22, 2025        

Financial journalist Jordan Goodman on a strong start to the holiday shopping season, and all-time highs for precious metals. 

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