Doug Wagner Morning Show

Doug Wagner Morning Show

Weekday Mornings 5 to 9

Episodes

Nate Whited - What’s Cookin’ Wednesday

December 10, 2025 • 7 mins
It’s What’s Cookin’ Wednesday and Doug spoke with Nate Whited from The Brick Kitchen in downtown Independence about what their customers are focusing on this Christmas season! www.TheBrickKitchenStore.com and all their social media.
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Jennifer Jolly - Final Fabulous Gift Picks

December 10, 2025 • 6 mins
The final holiday sprint is ON — at this point, we’re basically speed-shopping with cookies in one hand and gift wrap in the other. Tech-life columnist Jennifer Jolly is here with her final, fabulous picks of the year! www.Techish.com
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Christian Briggs - Trumps Payments to Farmers and Producers

December 10, 2025 • 4 mins
President Donald Trump initiated a new set of payments to farmers/producers because of China’s attempted punishment of them. Doug spoke with Minnesota native and economist, Christian Briggs, about what President Trump is attempting to do in reorienting the ag economy.
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Rory O’Neill - Digital Media Affecting Children's Brains

December 10, 2025 • 4 mins
A new study says that the consumption of digital media may be affecting the brains of children. NBC News Radio National Correspondent Rory O’Neill joined Doug with the story.
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Dr. Robert Cain - Difference Between MD and DO

December 10, 2025 • 4 mins
There are two medical degrees of note about which we’re talking today: MD and DO. DO is Doctor of Osteopathy. What does that mean and how do they shape healthcare in rural states like Iowa? Doug spoke with Dr. Robert Cain, President and CEO, The American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine, Chair, The Health Professions Associations. https://www.aacom.org/
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Joe Mitchell - What "Affordability" Means to Iowans

December 10, 2025 • 4 mins
Joe Mitchell is running for the US House of Representatives in Iowa’s 1st District. Recently, he’s had a number of high profile endorsements and has been traveling the 1st CD to listen to Iowans. He spoke with Doug about what “affordability” means to Iowans. www.JoeMitchell.com
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Rosie Rios - America250 Field Trip Contest

December 10, 2025 • 6 mins
In honor of America’s 250th anniversary in 2026, students in grades 3-12 are invited to enter a national writing and art contest reflecting on what America means to them. A total of 250 students will be awarded behind-the-scenes field trip experiences this summer or a cash prize, nearly double last year’s total. Doug spoke with the chair of America250, Rosie Rios, about how your student can get involved in America’s Field Trip. htt...
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Travis Ocken - DEA Aiming to Reduce Supply and Demand for Fentanyl

December 10, 2025 • 4 mins
The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is intensifying its fight against the deadly threat of synthetic opioids with the launch of Fentanyl Free America, a comprehensive enforcement initiative and public awareness campaign aimed at reducing the supply and demand for fentanyl. Doug spoke with DEA Assistant Special Agent In Charge, Travis Ocken, about what the DEA has been doing in Iowa and the Midwest. dea.gov/fentanylfree
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Mario Armstrong - Must Have Tech Gifts

December 8, 2025 • 4 mins
Overwhelmed by the constant stream of new gadgets and gifts? Don't worry! Digital Lifestyle Expert Mario Armstrong joined Doug to make it easy to "tech the halls," sharing his must-have tech gifts and ideas for the season. www.InTheNews.tv
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Tristan - New Years Eve at the Doubletree in Downtown Cedar Rapids

December 8, 2025 • 6 mins
It’s never too early to start planning for NYE! Tristan is the General Manager at The Doubletree in Downtown Cedar Rapids, and they’ve got a great night planned for you!
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Gary Dolphin - The Voice of the Hawkeyes

December 8, 2025 • 12 mins
The Voice of the Hawkeyes, Gary Dolphin, joined Doug to talk the Hawkeyes Bowl bid. Plus, Men’s and Women’s basketball head into the Iowa Corn Cy-Hawk series basketball games!
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Rory O’Neill - Citizenship for Children of Illegal Immigrants?

December 8, 2025 • 4 mins
Should children born in the United States become citizens even if their parents are in the country illegally? Doug spoke with NBC News Radio National Correspondent Rory O’Neill who shared details as the Supreme Court takes up the case.
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Joshua McNary - 2026 Tech Roadmap

December 8, 2025 • 5 mins
One of Doug’s top tech guests is Joshua McNary of McNary Marketing and Design. Recently, he sent out an email reminding people to start building their 2026 Tech Roadmap, if they hadn’t already started doing so. https://mcnarymarketing.com/subscribe
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Chef Michel Nischan - How Buying Local Foods Impacts our Bodies and Our Economy

December 8, 2025 • 6 mins
We need to eat much less ultra-processed foods. How can we make a connection between local farms, school cafeterias and local food banks? Doug spoke with Chef Michel Nischan for his thoughts on how shopping, buying and utilizing local farms can impact our bodies and our economy. About 5 — Chef Michel Nischan
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Ali Tager - National Cryptocurrency Association

December 5, 2025 • 4 mins
The gift giving season is upon us. Before you stock up on traditional gift cards, you may want to consider the gift of crypto. Ali Tager is the Head of Communications at the National Cryptocurrency Association, and Doug spoke with her about how to satisfy your crypto curiosity. www.NCA.org
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Coleman Peiffer - Energy Costs with Data Center Construction

December 5, 2025 • 7 mins
Coleman Peiffer, Senior Manager Data Center Services for Alliant Energy, joined Doug to talk about some of the false information out there regarding electricity production, usage and costs surrounding data center construction. https://www.alliantenergy.com/our-energy/data-centers
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Trisha Hershberger - Last Minute Gifts that Truly Impress

December 5, 2025 • 4 mins
Trisha Hershberger joined Doug to help last-minute shoppers find gifts that truly impress! www.DailyLounge.com
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Rory O’Neill - Lowered Gasoline Prices and Next Years Traveling Forcast

December 5, 2025 • 4 mins
A new study shows that the average price of gasoline is at a level not seen in four years. On the way to work, Doug saw $2.49/gal.! Meanwhile there’s a new survey out which reveals how and where Americans will be traveling next year. NBC News Radio National Correspondent Rory O’Neill joined Doug to discuss!
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Dr. Christopher Lieu and Michelle Cappel - Biomarker Testing for Colorectal Cancer

December 5, 2025 • 6 mins
Advances in biomarker testing are transforming colorectal cancer (CRC) treatment, offering patients precision-based therapies tailored to their cancer’s unique profile. Doug spoke with Dr. Christopher Lieu, oncologist, and Michelle Cappel, a colorectal cancer patient who was diagnosed with Stage IV metastatic Colon cancer in 2017. colorectalcancer.org/biomarkers
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Paul Steidler - Are Data Centers Raising Your Electricity Bills

December 5, 2025 • 4 mins
While Progressive Leftist politicians rush to blame new data centers for rising electricity bills, Paul Steidler, Senior Fellow with Lexington Institute, has the data that tells a very different story. He joined Doug to explain, as over $10 billion in data center/tech construction is set for the Cedar Rapids metro over the next decade.
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