# heartland (audio feeds) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 6 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover heartland. Page: Feed: --- ## [The Climate Regulations Driving Up Costs Across America - #212](https://share.transistor.fm/s/3ddf8c53) _2026-08-17 · The Heartland Institute, Andy Singer, Linnea Lueken, Anthony Watts, Sterling Burnett · The Climate Realism Show_ California may be only one state, but are its climate regulations effectively becoming national policy? In Episode #212 of The Climate Realism Show, host Andy Singer is joined by Linnea Lueken, Anthony Watts, and H. Sterling Burnett to break down how California’s climate and environmental regulations can affect consumers, businesses, and supply chains far beyond the state’s borders. The main story… [Listen](https://2.gum.fm/op3.dev/e/pdcn.co/e/p.podderapp.com/1433414078/pdst.fm/e/dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/media.transistor.fm/3ddf8c53/d6c12f26.mp3) ## [The Climate Regulations Driving Up Costs Across America](https://share.transistor.fm/s/05807920) _2026-08-17 · The Heartland Institute, Andy Singer, Linnea Lueken, Anthony Watts, Sterling Burnett · Heartland Daily Podcast_ California may be only one state, but are its climate regulations effectively becoming national policy? In Episode #212 of The Climate Realism Show, host Andy Singer is joined by Linnea Lueken, Anthony Watts, and H. Sterling Burnett to break down how California’s climate and environmental regulations can affect consumers, businesses, and supply chains far beyond the state’s borders. The main story… [Listen](https://2.gum.fm/op3.dev/e/pdcn.co/e/p.podderapp.com/1433414078/pdst.fm/e/dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/media.transistor.fm/05807920/c3449b4f.mp3) ## [Why Socialism Fails - In The Tank #548](https://share.transistor.fm/s/315cdfda) _2026-08-13 · The Heartland Institute, Linnea Lueken, Sam Karnick, Chris Talgo · Heartland Daily Podcast_ Conservatives often point at socialism and more or less leave the argument at "these guys are crazy!" -- But the DSA do point to some real problems, like the cost of medical care, how big companies can run roughshod over ordinary Americans, and that public infrastructure is failing in our cities as well as rural communities. But socialist solutions from Medicare for All to eating the rich will… [Listen](https://2.gum.fm/op3.dev/e/pdcn.co/e/p.podderapp.com/1433414078/pdst.fm/e/dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/media.transistor.fm/315cdfda/80e0cd96.mp3) ## [Mason Via - Putting His Own Spin on Traditional Bluegrass Music!](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tastybrewmusic/episodes/Mason-Via---Putting-His-Own-Spin-on-Traditional-Bluegrass-Music-e3n7qbg) _2026-08-10 · Diana Linn · Tasty Brew Music_ I have to pinch myself sometimes on the blessings I havetalking to some of the most talented and influential artists in roots music, especially when it’s in support of a live performance in the Heartland. Young Bluegrass master Mason Via recently took the time to have a conversation with me after he’d been up all night jamming after a Owensboro Kentucky bluegrass festival. Phone interviews can be… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/95c5acc/podcast/play/124036912/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-7-10%2F7f9c029a-afeb-f196-322b-207303db681a.mp3) ## [The Muppets Mouth Climate Propaganda — The Climate Realism Show #21](https://share.transistor.fm/s/fb37bbf9) _2026-08-07 · The Heartland Institute, Jim Lakely, Linnea Lueken, Anthony Watts, Sterling Burnette · The Climate Realism Show_ There is no let-up in the culture’s attempt to scare our kids about climate change. The latest development is a segment on Sesame Street to teach kids not to be scared of extreme weather. The producers deny it’s a political climate message, but even The New York Times doesn’t buy that. On Episode 211 of The Climate Realism Show the Heartland Institute’s Anthony Watts, Linnea Lueken, Sterling… [Listen](https://2.gum.fm/op3.dev/e/pdcn.co/e/p.podderapp.com/1433414078/pdst.fm/e/dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/media.transistor.fm/fb37bbf9/c4b3d2dc.mp3) ## [Climate Scientist Fired. Was It For Countering the Narrative? — The Climate Realism Show #210](https://share.transistor.fm/s/0f429807) _2026-08-01 · Jim Lakely, Linnea Lueken, Sterling Burnett, Anthony Watts · The Climate Realism Show_ One of Denmark’s most internationally recognized climate researchers, Dr. Henrik Svensmark, was just sacked from his long-time position at the Technical University of Denmark. Unlike many climate scientists, Svensmark conducted actual science experiments, and his work on the effects cosmic rays and clouds have on the climate was leading edge. He was fired after years of moves that look like they… [Listen](https://2.gum.fm/op3.dev/e/pdcn.co/e/p.podderapp.com/1433414078/pdst.fm/e/dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/media.transistor.fm/0f429807/f206edbf.mp3) ## [Joanna Dee Das - Faith Family and Flag: Branson Entertainment and the Idea of America](https://soundcloud.com/user-223689921/joanna-dee-das-faith-family) _2026-08-01 · Heartland History_ Joanna Dee Das - Faith Family and Flag: Branson Entertainment and the Idea of America Heartland History is the official podcast of the Midwestern History Association Hosts: Josh Kluever, Kevin Mason [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2369007464-user-223689921-joanna-dee-das-faith-family.mp3) ## [I Am The Science! Fauci Lied, People Died - In The Tank #547](https://share.transistor.fm/s/e538b0c2) _2026-07-30 · The Heartland Institute · Heartland Daily Podcast_ Anthony Fauci was recently hauled before the Senate to explain his role in the COVID 19 pandemic, and the multitude of lies he told as head of the National Institutes of Health’s National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases and advisor to the president. He pleaded the fifth more than 100 times during the hearing, refusing to answer pointed questions. Next steps are as unclear as his… [Listen](https://2.gum.fm/op3.dev/e/pdcn.co/e/p.podderapp.com/1433414078/pdst.fm/e/dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/media.transistor.fm/e538b0c2/9cc69b0b.mp3) ## [My Politic - Signs of Life - It's All Just Math](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tastybrewmusic/episodes/My-Politic---Signs-of-Life---Its-All-Just-Math-e3mn4gg) _2026-07-29 · Diana Linn · Tasty Brew Music_ Two immediate updates are required for this next episode of the Tasty Brew Music Podcast. Within 48 hours of me speaking to Kaston Guffey of the indie folk duo My Politic on the radio over the 2026 Fourth of July weekend, there was a last minute scheduling change at the Woody Guthrie Folk Festival in Okemah, Oklahoma. I was in fact able to finally able to see My Politic perform in person in the… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/95c5acc/podcast/play/123490256/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-6-29%2Fdaa8d1db-ad35-48be-c607-3d96485af581.mp3) ## [Lauren Wanamaker and Lucy Isabel - Bluebird Cafe Type Session on the Radio!](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tastybrewmusic/episodes/Lauren-Wanamaker-and-Lucy-Isabel---Bluebird-Cafe-Type-Session-on-the-Radio-e3mkd1o) _2026-07-27 · Diana Linn · Tasty Brew Music_ Fund Drive shows on community radio used to give me so much anxiety but over the years, and with well over 50 of them under my belt, I now approach them like any other broadcast. Have fun, entertain and put the spotlight on those artists who are underserved or ignored by main stream media. In the summer of 2026, I welcomed Nashville songwriters Lauren Wanamaker (making her radio debut) and Lucy… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/95c5acc/podcast/play/123400696/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-6-27%2Fab4d17c4-4c0d-a774-e9f0-a3395a2b5ca5.mp3) ## [Transcript-Driven Stock Discovery (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/eFMU7NViKoTA) _2026-07-27 · **Sponsored**_ Ranked, evidence-backed watchlists from indexed executive transcripts for 1–2 quarter horizons ## [S4 Ep8: So you want to drive a big rig? - Inside the trucking industry](https://audioboom.com/posts/8932917) _2026-07-27 · Random Acts of Knowledge · Random Acts of Knowledge_ Commercial trucking drivers remain remains a booming industry in the U.S. Brendon Nussbaum with Nussbaum Transportation talks about the modern state of the trucking industry and what individuals interested in gaining their license to drive a big rig should know. View the transcript here. [Listen](https://audioboom.com/posts/8932917.mp3?modified=1785784798&sid=4955367&source=rss) ## [Nicki White - Creating Sacred Spaces in the Omnipresence of the Divine](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tastybrewmusic/episodes/Nicki-White---Creating-Sacred-Spaces-in-the-Omnipresence-of-the-Divine-e3mk3vl) _2026-07-27 · Diana Linn · Tasty Brew Music_ I’ve been a Nicki White supporter for over 10 years inwhatever iteration she chooses… pop, blues, R & B, country, roots… she bends multiple genres seamlessly, works hard in multiple projects like “ Flat Susan ” and “ The Village Prairie ” in addition to solo songwriter gigs. Over the years, she has been most generous with her time and talent in support of KKFI including with me on the Tasty Brew… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/95c5acc/podcast/play/123391413/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-6-27%2F439820f7-ebdc-a98c-9c4f-20c0320b03d1.mp3) ## [Blame Canada! Smoky Skies and Climate Change — The Climate Realism Show #209](https://share.transistor.fm/s/1ad380fb) _2026-07-24 · The Heartland Institute · Heartland Daily Podcast_ Wildfires in Canada have become a major story in the US because the smoke from those fires have traveled a very long way, covering the skies of cities in the Upper Midwest as far south as Chicago, over nearly all of Michigan, and to major population centers in the Northeast. Much media coverage blames the fires on human-caused climate change. But what does the actual data say? On Episode 209 of… [Listen](https://2.gum.fm/op3.dev/e/pdcn.co/e/p.podderapp.com/1433414078/pdst.fm/e/dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/media.transistor.fm/1ad380fb/68f54aba.mp3) ## [Our Elections Are In Peril! - In The Tank Podcast #546](https://share.transistor.fm/s/4a2ac36f) _2026-07-23 · The Heartland Institute · Heartland Daily Podcast_ President Trump revealed that China has been interfering with our elections, especially the fraught 2020 election, in a speech that the mainstream media attempted to debunk before they even had the details. Trump brought receipts, and then as if to re-emphasize his point about election integrity, another bombshell dropped: illegals have been voting in New Jersey elections. The panel will discuss… [Listen](https://2.gum.fm/op3.dev/e/pdcn.co/e/p.podderapp.com/1433414078/pdst.fm/e/dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/media.transistor.fm/4a2ac36f/723518e9.mp3) ## [Giant Bond Villain Space Mirror Approved by Feds — The Climate Realism Show #208](https://share.transistor.fm/s/091b39cf) _2026-07-17 · Jim Lakely · The Climate Realism Show_ How many Bond villain schemes can climate alarmists come up with? Apparently one every month or so. The latest scheme to “save the planet” and help make solar installations viable at night is to put giant mirrors in space to reflect sunlight down on earth during the night. And the U.S. Federal Communications Commission, amazingly, just gave that idea the go-ahead. On Episode 207 of The Climate… [Listen](https://2.gum.fm/op3.dev/e/pdcn.co/e/p.podderapp.com/1433414078/pdst.fm/e/dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/media.transistor.fm/091b39cf/a899a83c.mp3) ## [Trump Restoring Real Climate Science — The Climate Realism Show #207](https://share.transistor.fm/s/517518a8) _2026-07-10 · Jim Lakely, Linnea Lueken, Anthony Watts · The Climate Realism Show_ For many years, the U.S. Global Change Research Program has been a font of climate alarmist propaganda instead of a federal department focused on science. That is now changing. The Trump administration, which shut down the office, is reopening it under new management with a real scientist who is not a climate doomer: friend of the show Matt Wielicki. On Episode 207 of The Climate Realism Show the… [Listen](https://2.gum.fm/op3.dev/e/pdcn.co/e/p.podderapp.com/1433414078/pdst.fm/e/dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/media.transistor.fm/517518a8/9ff7159f.mp3) ## [Cory Haala - When Democrats Won the Heartland: Progressive Populism in the Age of Reagan, 1978-1992](https://soundcloud.com/user-223689921/hh-when-dems-won-the-heartland) _2026-07-01 · Heartland History_ Cory Haala - When Democrats Won the Heartland: Progressive Populism in the Age of Reagan, 1978-1992 Heartland History is the official podcast of the Midwestern History Association Hosts: Josh Kluever, Kevin Mason [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2344873802-user-223689921-hh-when-dems-won-the-heartland.mp3) ## [We’re Winning! Climate Alarmism Is Losing Its Grip](https://share.transistor.fm/s/342b5006) _2026-06-26 · Jim Lakely, Anthony Watts, H. Sterling Burnett, Linnea Lueken · The Climate Realism Show_ Is the media’s nonstop climate panic finally losing steam? Major outlets are scaling back climate coverage. The Washington Post fired 13 Climate Desk reporters, NPR disbanded its climate desk, Politico is folding E&E News into its main operation, and the latest UN climate negotiations in Germany saw the fewest journalists in attendance in more than a decade. Are these signs that climate realism is… [Listen](https://2.gum.fm/op3.dev/e/pdcn.co/e/p.podderapp.com/1433414078/pdst.fm/e/dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/media.transistor.fm/342b5006/73c78b2b.mp3) ## [Housing Act Held Hostage Until Save America Is Passed — In the Tank Podcast #542](https://share.transistor.fm/s/4bc8b570) _2026-06-25 · Linnea Lueken, Jim Lakely, S.T. Karnick · Heartland Daily Podcast_ Trump is refusing to sign the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act unless lawmakers first pass the SAVE AMERICA Act, which Trump says is far more important. There is a lot of skepticism about whether or not the now-hostage Housing Act is a good idea anyway, the panel discusses the nuances. On another issue, Trump has also said that the administration is working on a National Right to Carry bill, but… [Listen](https://2.gum.fm/op3.dev/e/pdcn.co/e/p.podderapp.com/1433414078/pdst.fm/e/dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/media.transistor.fm/4bc8b570/f9b9e701.mp3) ## [Elon Musk, Trillionaire — In the Tank Podcast #541](https://share.transistor.fm/s/f2d3bafd) _2026-06-18 · Linnea Lueken, Jim Lakely, Christopher Talgo, S.T. Karnick · Heartland Daily Podcast_ One would think a major terror attack just occurred on U.S. soil, for all the reactions that Democrats and socialist friends are having to the news that Elon Musk's net worth just hit a trillion dollars. He is the first person in history to make that mark, and leftist progressives absolutely hate it. We will discuss the politics of ENVY, and how poisonous jealousy is to society and the economy.… [Listen](https://2.gum.fm/op3.dev/e/pdcn.co/e/p.podderapp.com/1433414078/pdst.fm/e/dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/media.transistor.fm/f2d3bafd/aca08b78.mp3) ## [Hire AI-Powered Freelancers Fast (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/2Dc540AWf9BJ) _2026-06-18 · **Sponsored**_ Browse and hire skilled professionals using AI tools — free to post, free to apply. ## [Godzilla El Niño is Coming! — The Climate Realism Show #205](https://share.transistor.fm/s/d281c886) _2026-06-12 · Jim Lakely, Linnea Lueken, Lois Perry, Anthony Watts · Heartland Daily Podcast_ Ocean temps are rising in the tropical Pacific Ocean, a natural and regular phenomenon called El Niño. Climate modelers say this year's could be one of the biggest ever, and some have nicknamed it "Godzilla El Niño!" That's a fun name, but what can we expect in this El Niño cycle? The Climate Realism Show's Anthony Watts, Linnea Lueken, Jim Lakely, and special guest Lois Perry will talk about… [Listen](https://2.gum.fm/op3.dev/e/pdcn.co/e/p.podderapp.com/1433414078/pdst.fm/e/dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/media.transistor.fm/d281c886/37d54856.mp3) ## [Europe Boils – The Climate Realism Show #204](https://share.transistor.fm/s/ed2df223) _2026-06-06 · Jim Lakely, Linnea Lueken, Anthony Watts, Chris Martz · The Climate Realism Show_ Summer has arrived in Europe a little early this year and alarmists in the media say it’s unprecedented, dangerous, all because of climate change. But what if it is not our fault? What if it’s not all that unusual? We will sweat the details. On Episode #203 of The Climate Realism Show, we will also cover some of the Crazy Climate News of the Week, including a comeback for coal power, bringing… [Listen](https://2.gum.fm/op3.dev/e/pdcn.co/e/p.podderapp.com/1433414078/pdst.fm/e/dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/media.transistor.fm/ed2df223/51945531.mp3) ## [Crys Matthews - Amplifying Voices and Shedding Light!](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tastybrewmusic/episodes/Crys-Matthews---Amplifying-Voices-and-Shedding-Light-e3kd459) _2026-06-05 · Diana Linn · Tasty Brew Music_ The community radio station for which I am a programmer has the following mission statement: We seek to stimulate, educate and entertain our audience, to reflect the diversity of the local and world community, and to provide a channel for individuals and groups, issues and music that have been overlooked, suppressed or under-represented by other media Crys Matthews has her own personal mission… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/95c5acc/podcast/play/121065065/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-5-5%2Fa6773ca9-a028-0c56-2e39-8aa36a97c0cf.mp3) ## [S4 Ep7: Dr. Wendy Pearlman on the Voices of Refugees](https://audioboom.com/posts/8912396) _2026-06-04 · Random Acts of Knowledge · Random Acts of Knowledge_ Individuals forced to flee their homes due to war, famine, crime, or natural disaster often struggle long after they have found a new place to live. Dr. Wendy Pearlman has interviewed hundreds of Syrian refugees and shared their stories in three books and a recent lecture at Heartland Community College. Dr. Pearlman discusses the impact that displacement has on individuals and the communities that… [Listen](https://audioboom.com/posts/8912396.mp3?modified=1780594425&sid=4955367&source=rss) ## [Robert M. Frame III - Making Mill City: Flour and Fortune in Minneapolis](https://soundcloud.com/user-223689921/making-mill-city-flour-and) _2026-06-01 · Heartland History_ Robert M. Frame III - Making Mill City: Flour and Fortune in Minneapolis Heartland History is the official podcast of the Midwestern History Association Hosts: Josh Kluever, Kevin Mason [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2325623345-user-223689921-making-mill-city-flour-and.mp3) ## [They Want to Dim the Sun to Save the Earth – The Climate Realism Show #203](https://share.transistor.fm/s/e29ac91c) _2026-05-27 · Jim Lakely, Linnea Lueken, Anthony Watts, H. Sterling Burnett, James Taylor · The Climate Realism Show_ The world seems to not lack for climate alarmist Bond villains with wild schemes to “save the earth” by way of geo-engineering that ranges from the silly to the dangerous. A company is now poised to “cool the earth” by spraying the skies of the world with “sunlight-reflecting aerosols.” What could possibly go wrong? On Episode #203 of The Climate Realism Show, we will also cover other Crazy… [Listen](https://2.gum.fm/op3.dev/e/pdcn.co/e/p.podderapp.com/1433414078/pdst.fm/e/dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/media.transistor.fm/e29ac91c/d0ec16e4.mp3) ## [Sky Smeed - One of the Heartland's Best Songwriters - Fight Me!](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tastybrewmusic/episodes/Sky-Smeed---One-of-the-Heartlands-Best-Songwriters---Fight-Me-e3ji82h) _2026-05-18 · Diana Linn · Tasty Brew Music_ I recently welcomed my friend Sky Smeed to spend an hour with me on the Mid-Coast Live! program on KKFI. I have a fifteen-year history with this Kansas songwriter; he was the first artist I had join me live in the KKFI studios as I launched The Tasty Brew Music Radio Show in 2010. I’ve hosted Sky at my home for a house concert. A good number of the songs masterfully captured by Barak Hill on his… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/95c5acc/podcast/play/120184337/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-4-18%2F7204ff3e-5313-ab62-e2c2-9af715e28660.mp3) ## [S4 Ep6: Student Profile: Oksana Perestoronia, displaced by war and finding a new life as a nurse](https://audioboom.com/posts/8902546) _2026-05-12 · Random Acts of Knowledge · Random Acts of Knowledge_ Oksana Perestoronina and her husband fled their home of Ukraine in 2022 when war came to their doorstep. Her search to start a new life led her to Heartland Community College, where she took English as a Second Language Courses. After gaining some confidence with language Oksana took the next steps toward a new career: nursing. View the transcript here. [Listen](https://audioboom.com/posts/8902546.mp3?modified=1778603955&sid=4955367&source=rss) ## [The Shandies - A Lovely Sip of Music from Springfield, MO!](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tastybrewmusic/episodes/The-Shandies---A-Lovely-Sip-of-Music-from-Springfield--MO-e3j6tn1) _2026-05-11 · Diana Linn · Tasty Brew Music_ I had my first experience as a panelist at a Folk Alliance Region Midwest mini-conference or “Farmette” in Emporia, Kansas. My co-presenter, Nick Carswell, and I were to share our insights and opinions on what an artist needed to have in their tool kit to be “radio ready”. During the day’s activities I had the pleasure to meet many Heartland artists for the first time, including The Shandies of… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/95c5acc/podcast/play/119813281/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-4-11%2F94608e8a-0780-2b79-cc4e-cef31bf5e2ed.mp3) ## [Kevin Mason - Retracing the Dragoon Trail in Iowa](https://soundcloud.com/user-223689921/retracing-the-dragoon-trail-in) _2026-05-01 · Heartland History_ Kevin Mason - Retracing the Dragoon Trail in Iowa: Environmental Transformation Along the Des Moines River Heartland History is the official podcast of the Midwestern History Association Hosts: Josh Kluever, Kevin Mason [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2309265200-user-223689921-retracing-the-dragoon-trail-in.mp3) ## [Ship everywhere from one CLI (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/vGJdzXwa3qvH) _2026-05-01 · **Sponsored**_ One codebase, hosted runners, encrypted credentials, and automated submissions across stores ## [S4 Ep5: From worms to squids and more: STEM Anatomy Workshops for kids](https://audioboom.com/posts/8897158) _2026-04-29 · Random Acts of Knowledge · Random Acts of Knowledge_ Getting kids interested in biology can start from the inside out. Instructor Jacinda Shoot discusses the STEM Anatomy Workshops that bring middle and high school kids into a Heartland Community College lab. Jacinda also talks about an interesting hobby that requires some heavy lifting. View the transcript here. [Listen](https://audioboom.com/posts/8897158.mp3?modified=1777489016&sid=4955367&source=rss) ## [S4 Ep4: Documentary chases the cultural impact of tornadoes](https://audioboom.com/posts/8891400) _2026-04-17 · Random Acts of Knowledge · Random Acts of Knowledge_ The impact of a tornado can extend far beyond the damage done to persons and property. In his documentary "A Brief History of Chasing Storms," filmmaker Curtis Miller travels to towns defined by tornadoes in one form or another. The film will kick off the Heartland Hawk Film Festival on May 6, 2026 at the Normal Theater. View the transcript here. [Listen](https://audioboom.com/posts/8891400.mp3?modified=1776442344&sid=4955367&source=rss) ## [Caleb Nelsen - Grit and Honesty from a First Responder](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tastybrewmusic/episodes/Caleb-Nelsen---Grit-and-Honesty-from-a-First-Responder-e3hurp3) _2026-04-15 · Diana Linn · Tasty Brew Music_ Some things never get old…. Like the opportunity tointroduce a songwriter from the Heartland to a radio audience for the first time. I had the opportunity during a recent “Pledge Drive” on KKFI to introduce songwriter and Topeka, KS firefighter Caleb Nelsen to the Heartland’s airwaves. Caleb’s has over a decade of writing and performing behindhim… a sound that is a mix of Americana roots, shaped… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/95c5acc/podcast/play/118500579/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-3-15%2Fb41edc9b-1c2e-2df8-d061-08865052ccb4.mp3) ## [Of a Feather - Sara Morgan and Kelly Hunt's Dynamic Duo](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tastybrewmusic/episodes/Of-a-Feather---Sara-Morgan-and-Kelly-Hunts-Dynamic-Duo-e3hkc9l) _2026-04-08 · Diana Linn · Tasty Brew Music_ I have dedicated most of my discretionary time and income tocommunity radio in Kansas City for the past 25 years. One of the perks from that association is to be introduced to and become friends and acquaintances with some amazingtalent. Songwriters Sara Morgan and Kelly Hunt, who individually made their radio debuts with me over ten yearsago, are now creating music and touring together as the duo… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/95c5acc/podcast/play/118157045/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-3-8%2F4f77a3e7-5bfc-1ca9-d0c6-9b02d9c6b0c8.mp3) ## [S4 Ep3: Peer Supports Specialists can provide a missing piece for addiction recovery](https://audioboom.com/posts/8883717) _2026-04-06 · Random Acts of Knowledge · Random Acts of Knowledge_ Clinical services for substance abuse and mental health disorders are an important part of every community healthcare system. Yet, even in a clinical environment, individuals might struggle to engage in recovery. Clinical psychologist Charles Drebing, PhD, discusses the value that Peer Support Specialists -- individuals with lived experience in mental health or substance use recovery who are… [Listen](https://audioboom.com/posts/8883717.mp3?modified=1785786744&sid=4955367&source=rss) ## [Mike Westbrook - Introduction to Radio and the Heartland Music Community](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tastybrewmusic/episodes/Mike-Westbrook---Introduction-to-Radio-and-the-Heartland-Music-Community-e3hglmq) _2026-04-06 · Diana Linn · Tasty Brew Music_ As is often the case, songwriter Mike Westbrook was referred to me by a fellow songwriter. Relatively new to theHeartland via Louisiana and Oregon, Westbrook came to songwriting in his mid-20’s and is actively pursuing the muse and a lyrical life. The youngest of three in a family not knownfor pursuing music as a vocation or even a hobby, Mike is finding his way by writing new songs and is open to… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/95c5acc/podcast/play/118035610/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-3-6%2Fd3f8f734-9053-4209-1212-d1bd28588410.mp3) ## [Jameson Sweet - Mixed-Blood Histories: Race, Law, and Dakota Indians in the 19th-Century Midwest](https://soundcloud.com/user-223689921/mixed-blood-histories-race-law) _2026-04-01 · Heartland History_ Jameson Sweet - Mixed-Blood Histories: Race, Law, and Dakota Indians in the Nineteenth-Century Midwest Heartland History is the official podcast of the Midwestern History Association Hosts: Josh Kluever, Kevin Mason [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2291885885-user-223689921-mixed-blood-histories-race-law.mp3) ## [S4 Ep2: Beyond the Verdict: Barton McNeil](https://audioboom.com/posts/8870106) _2026-03-05 · Random Acts of Knowledge · Random Acts of Knowledge_ Was 3-year-old Christina McNeil killed by her own father or, instead, by a suspect who later would be convicted of another murder? Barton McNeil is serving a 100-year sentence for the killing of his daughter. He has long claimed that the murder was committed by an estranged girlfriend, Misook Nowlin, who would later be convicted of killing her mother-in-law. With the help of the Illinois Innocence… [Listen](https://audioboom.com/posts/8870106.mp3?modified=1772728873&sid=4955367&source=rss) ## [Sid Shroyer - When Once Destroyed: A Historical Memoir of the Life and Death of a Small Town](https://soundcloud.com/user-223689921/sid-shroyer-when-once) _2026-03-01 · Heartland History_ Sid Shroyer - When Once Destroyed: A Historical Memoir of the Life and Death of a Small Town Heartland History is the official podcast of the Midwestern History Association Hosts: Josh Kluever, Kevin Mason [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2275368074-user-223689921-sid-shroyer-when-once.mp3) ## [Opium Slavery: Civil War Veterans and America's First Opioid Crisis](https://soundcloud.com/user-223689921/opium-slavery-civil-war-veterans-and-americas-first-opioid-crisis) _2026-01-30 · Heartland History_ Jonathan Jones - Opium Slavery: Civil War Veterans and America's First Opioid Crisis Heartland History is the official podcast of the Midwestern History Association Hosts: Josh Kluever, Kevin Mason [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2257343777-user-223689921-opium-slavery-civil-war-veterans-and-americas-first-opioid-crisis.mp3) ## [S4 Ep1: Navigating the barriers of reentry after incarceration](https://audioboom.com/posts/8826432) _2026-01-05 · Random Acts of Knowledge · Random Acts of Knowledge_ Resources for individuals who are leaving prison are available but many incarcerated people have no idea what is really waiting for them on the other side. Support for formerly incarcerated people extends beyond just navigating the rules of release but also includes a change of mindset, according to Toy Beasley, with the Illinois Coalition to End Permanent Punishments. View the transcript here. [Listen](https://audioboom.com/posts/8826432.mp3?modified=1770049863&sid=4955367&source=rss) ## [Episode 134: DJ BIG CHEAUX HEARTLAND HIP HOP INTERNET RADIO MIX VOL 134](https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/heartlandpodcast/episodes/2026-01-01T16_39_56-08_00) _2026-01-02 · Brandon Dix · Heartland Hip Hop_ Happy New Year DJ Big Cheaux put together another mix for you. Check it out today FREE DA GUYS LIKE COMMENT SHARE Pricing: Club / Event DJ Sets: Starting at $250–$400 per set (includes curated setlist, crowd engagement, and promotion on my platforms)Private Events (Weddings, Corporate, Parties): $500+, depending on hours and setup needsMixtape Hosting & Promotion: Packages starting at $150… [Listen](https://pdcn.co/e/heartlandpodcast.podomatic.com/enclosure/2026-01-01T16_39_56-08_00.mp3?_=1767314403.17646093) ## [Episode 133: DJ BIG CHEAUX HEARTLAND HIP HOP COOPER COVE DEMO MIX PART 2 @MrRugs](https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/heartlandpodcast/episodes/2026-01-01T07_38_28-08_00) _2026-01-01 · Brandon Dix · Heartland Hip Hop_ Happy New Years and FREE DA GUYS. It was a great year, I did tour dates, TV spots, spoke on panels, learned a lot about how to interact with other people and I even had a son. this mix a Demo mix for Cooper Cove, hopefully if I am selected to be in a high class spot like that I can show them that I will be an asset and not a liability. Pricing: Club / Event DJ Sets: Starting at $250–$400 per set… [Listen](https://pdcn.co/e/heartlandpodcast.podomatic.com/enclosure/2026-01-01T07_38_28-08_00.m4a?_=1767281911.17645764) ## [Katie Batza and René Esparza - AIDS in the Midwest Roundtable](https://soundcloud.com/user-223689921/katie-batza-and-rene-esparza-aids-in-the-midwest-roundtable) _2026-01-01 · Heartland History_ Katie Batza - AIDS in the Heartland How Unlikely Coalitions Created a Blueprint for LGBTQ Politics René Esparza - From Vice to Nice: Midwestern Politics and the Gentrification of AIDS Heartland History is the official podcast of the Midwestern History Association Hosts: Josh Kluever, Kevin Mason [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2222426696-user-223689921-katie-batza-and-rene-esparza-aids-in-the-midwest-roundtable.mp3) ## [Episode 132: DJ Big Cheaux Heartland Hip Hop Demo For Cooper Cove @mrrugs](https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/heartlandpodcast/episodes/2025-12-24T14_37_01-08_00) _2025-12-24 · Brandon Dix · Heartland Hip Hop_ Happy Holidays,, Merry Christmas and FREE DA GUYS. Thank you everyone for the support all year to end the year I want to show you how I am spending all 2026, in the spot DJing for the people. Those "spots" maybe digital, virtual or in person. Here is my Demo Mix I made for Mr. Rugs of Cooper Cove. I appreciate y'all for just listening. Pricing: Club / Event DJ Sets: Starting at $250–$400 per set… [Listen](https://pdcn.co/e/heartlandpodcast.podomatic.com/enclosure/2025-12-24T14_37_01-08_00.mp3?_=1766615830.17639700) ## [(BONUS) - Derifield - We Were Still Ladies - MHA Book Talk](https://soundcloud.com/user-223689921/bonus-derifield-we-were-still-ladies-mha-book-talk) _2025-12-24 · Heartland History_ Coreen Derifield - We Were Still Ladies: Gender and Industrial Unionism in the Midwest After World War II Heartland History is the official podcast of the Midwestern History Association Hosts: Josh Kluever, Kevin Mason [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2235471380-user-223689921-bonus-derifield-we-were-still-ladies-mha-book-talk.mp3) ## [Episode 131: Dj Big Cheaux Heartland Hip Hop Chris Brown It Depends Fr. Byrson Tiler x T Hood Girls In The Party](https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/heartlandpodcast/episodes/2025-12-14T16_01_36-08_00) _2025-12-15 · Brandon Dix · Heartland Hip Hop_ Rest in peace T Hood , Heartland Hip Hop is still rocking with your music. Here is a blend of Chris Brown Ft. Byrson Tiller with T Hood [Listen](https://pdcn.co/e/heartlandpodcast.podomatic.com/enclosure/2025-12-14T16_01_36-08_00.m4a?_=1765756897.17630873) ## [S3 Ep52: Heartland Q&A: Whitney Rapp](https://audioboom.com/posts/8813282) _2025-12-01 · Random Acts of Knowledge · Random Acts of Knowledge_ Whitney Rapp is Director of the Electric Vehicle Career Pathway Program at Heartland Community College. One of the projects Whitney works on is to promote the Certified Manufacturing Associate Pre-Apprenticeship Training Program. This program consists of students completing modules that are set to be completed throughout a 5-week time span. During this time, students learn the basic skills needed… [Listen](https://audioboom.com/posts/8813282.mp3?modified=1765312018&sid=4955367&source=rss) ## [Daniel Clark - Listening to Workers: Oral Histories of Metro Detroit Autoworkers in the 1950s](https://soundcloud.com/user-223689921/daniel-clark-listening-to-workers-oral-histories-of-metro-detroit-autoworkers-in-the-1950s) _2025-12-01 · Heartland History_ Daniel Clark - Listening to Workers: Oral Histories of Metro Detroit Autoworkers in the 1950s Heartland History is the official podcast of the Midwestern History Association Hosts: Josh Kluever, Kevin Mason [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2215101788-user-223689921-daniel-clark-listening-to-workers-oral-histories-of-metro-detroit-autoworkers-in-the-1950s.mp3) ## [Episode 130: DJ BIG CHEAUX HEARTLAND HIP HOP INTERNET RADIO MIX VOL 130](https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/heartlandpodcast/episodes/2025-11-28T18_32_51-08_00) _2025-11-29 · Brandon Dix · Heartland Hip Hop_ This mix was created by DJ Big Cheaux in Atlanta, Georgia for you to enjoy for over 2 hours of music ranaging from Beyonce, Lil Kim, Megan The Stallion, D'Angelo and may others. Subscribe on all channels, like, comment and subscribe. email HeartlandHipHop@gmail.com for everything. [Listen](https://pdcn.co/e/heartlandpodcast.podomatic.com/enclosure/2025-11-28T18_32_51-08_00.mp3?_=1764383584.17615776)