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This week on the podcast, we have a slate of candidate announcements to talk through for state and federal offices.

Get to Know Gives Back talks to Kara Grafft from Foundation 2 Crisis Services about the services they provide and how to get involved.

Sage is the first Democratic challenger to formally launch a campaign to run for the seat now held by Republican U.S. Sen. Joni Ernst in what is expected to be a competitive Democratic primary.

This week on the podcast: the 2025 legislative session ends, plus candidates emerge for 2026 races.

Iowa women’s wrestling associate coach Gary Mayabb talks with host John Steppe, recaps Iowa’s second consecutive national title and talks about upcoming expectations and what’s next for the Iowa women’s wrestling.

Wearing a hand-embroidered blazer from Mexico, designed by a friend, with the message “Tu lucha es mi lucha” — your fight is my fight — Democrat Angel Ramirez raised her right hand and swore to faithfully discharge the duties of office. Ramirez was elected by southeast Cedar Rapids voters in a special election last month.

The tree climbing competition, hosted annually by the Iowa Arborists Association, encourages camaraderie and attracts a “unique breed of people.”