With three tours in Iraq as a combat physician and countless lives saved in the process, Jon’s story is truly one of bravery and selflessness.

Join us on this new episode of the podcast as Jon Kerstetter shares his astonishing journey - one full of incredible transitions: from an impoverished upbringing on an Oneida reservation to becoming a flight surgeon and a combat physician with our armed forces in Iraq!

Learn even more by checking out Jon’s memoir, “Crossings: A Doctor-Soldier’s Story”, available now!

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The new Head Coach of Hawkeye Men's Basketball, Ben McCollum, joins us on the podcast for a great conversation on Leadership, Competition, and all things Iowa sports!

Coach McCollum currently holds a 10-2 record during his first season with the Hawks. Before coming to Iowa, McCollum built a reputation as one of the most successful coaches in collegiate basketball - spending one year leading Drake University’s team to a school-record 31 wins and an NCAA Tournament appearance. Prior to this, he also served as Head Coach of Northwest Missouri State for 15 seasons, where he won four NCAA Division II National Championships! 🏆🏆🏆🏆

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With over 1,000 members in Johnson County, Greater Iowa City, Inc is a network of business and public sector leaders who collaborate to support local companies, guide investment, and grow a resilient economy.

Recently, Greater Iowa City led the campaign to support the Local Option Sales Tax for five communities in Johnson County. This vote was passed in all of these communities, which will provide an additional $22 million in annual funding to the county!

Check out this great conversation between Gary and Greater Iowa City’s President & CEO, Nancy Bird, to learn more about the economic health of Johnson County!

Learn more about Greater Iowa City, Inc ➡️www.greateriowacity.com

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You may hear this power duo on The Morning Scramble every weekday from 6-10 AM, but do you know about Eric’s background in drama and speech? Clare’s first introduction into radio? How about how much of their morning show is scripted vs improv?? Learn these details and more on this new episode of the Watts Happening Podcast!

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This fall will be Dustin Elsbury’s second season as Regina’s Head Football Coach. This is in addition to his roles as a PE Teacher, Head Strength & Speed Coach, and Track Coach for the school.

Check out this new episode of the podcast to hear how Coach Elsbury is adapting to his role at Regina, a deep dive into his background as an athlete and leader, his goals for the 2025 football season, and much more!

You can also find a video version of this episode on Watts Group's YouTube page!

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We’re joined this week by the University of Iowa’s VP of Principal Gifts, Tom DePrenger! Tom has worked for the U of I for nearly 30 years and is an expert in helping donors align their passions with the Hawkeyes' greatest needs. Join Gary and Tom on this new episode of the pod as they discuss the U of I’s wide variety of publicly supported initiatives, Tom’s history as a Hawkeye, the many unique donations he’s experienced working with the university, and much more!

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With Iowa ranking 2nd highest for cancer rates in the country, it’s important to have access to the specialized treatment of physicians like Dr. James Byrne, a Radiation Oncologist at UIHC.

Join Gary and Dr. Byrne on this new episode as they discuss his UIHC’s unique cancer treatment methods, new innovations being found through cancer research, how “team science” collaboration is saving lives, and much more!

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From discussing electric vehicles to how tariffs may affect the auto industry, join Gary as he talks with Ryan Faul - General Manager of Junge Ford North Liberty.

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