Everyday Math, Research Integrity and Kids Co’Motion

Originally broadcast 07/17/2015
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Dr. Marc Chamberland, Professor of Mathematics at Grinnell College, talks about his book, "Single Digits: In Praise of Small Numbers" and brings a new perspective to math in everyday life.

Dr. Wolfgang Kliemann, Iowa State University Associate Vice President for Research gives us a perspective on research fraud and the conviction of Dr. Pong-Dyou Han, a research scientist at Iowa State University.

Later in the show, Valerie Williams from Kids Co’Motion tells us more about inspiration for dance, music and choreography for children. Kids Co'Motion will present "Bug Me!" on Friday, July 24 and Saturday, July 25 at 7:30 PM at the Ames City Auditorium.

Hosts: Varad Diwate and Paul Hertz

 

Story County Fair and 4-H History

July 15, 2015 - 7:00am -- ron

Originally broadcast 07/15/2015
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We highlighted the Story County Youth Fair, coming up on July 25-29, and 4-H, the organization that provides the structure for youth who participate in the fair.

This year, 2015, marks the 75th anniversary of the first countywide fair held at the Story County Fairgrounds in Nevada. We were joined by guests Carolyn and Ralph Manning, retired from ISU Extension, who have written a history of 4-H in Story County, and Melissa McEnany, an Extension employee who works with the Clover Kids, the 4-H program for children in grades K-3.

During the second half of the program, we talked with current 4-Hers Lauren Rosberg, Justine Rosberg, and Katie Hodge, who shared some of their experiences with 4-H and the Story County Fair.

We closed with our weekly Tuning In To Agriculture segment. Greta Anderson talked with sweet corn grower Chuck Brekke about the sweet corn harvest and ISU assistant professor and extension specialist Ajay Nair about growing degree days.

Youth Voices of Central Iowa

June 19, 2015 - 7:00am -- ron

Originally broadcast 06/15/2015
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The theme of the show was young people in Central Iowa. Max Ennes contributed a segment that he co-produced with Thea Brenner, both students at Ames High School. Their witty ideas on social media use were captured in their Teen Zone Report. Four podcasts from the Story County Stories Project were aired. They were produced by Leah Smith, Aaron Lewis, Michael Spencer, Jr., and Jordan Newbanks, who were Seniors at Ames High School this past year. And Gale Seiler brought us the story of Yesenia Ayala, a youth leader from the organization called Al Exito, serving Latino youth in Iowa. The show also aired Belinda Merritt’s weekly music update, and we shared a list of upcoming appearances of Presidential candidates.

History of Relations with Post-Soviet Russia

June 17, 2015 - 7:00am -- ron

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Cornelia Flora spoke with Neil Harl about why and how he started the Center for International Agricultural Finance at ISU in 1990 after the fall of the Berlin Wall. Susan Franzen spoke with Susan Lassila about how she started the original Iowa House (1994-2002) to provide lodging primarily for guests brought to Iowa State University during those years. Del Christianson followed with the story of IRIS, Iowa Resource for International Service (IRIS) , which continues the support of citizen ambassadors welcoming visitors from around the world. Greta Anderson introduced a new Local Talk feature, "Tuning in to Agriculture" with an interview about cover crops with Sarah Carlson from Practical Farmers of Iowa. Appropriate music from international farmers was featured.

Reiman Gardens, Bird Dogging, June Events

June 12, 2015 - 7:00am -- ron

Originally broadcast 06/12/2015
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Allyson Walters from the Convention & Visitors Bureau described the many public events happening in June that enliven our community. Here is a complete Calendar of Events

Reiman Gardens celebrates its 20th anniversary in 2015 with special events and exhibitions all year. We offer an overview of the garden's history, features, some of the people who help make the garden happen, and the current treehouse exhibition.

A training session at the Ames Library on Bird Dogging - how to prepare and ask tough questions of candidates, regardless of their political party - was given by a group called “Governing Under the Influence,” sponsored by the American Friends Service Committee. We pass along some of their advice, as we Iowans enter into the season for vetting candidates. More tips from “Governing Under the Influence,” can be found at their web site

Story County is looking for input for the Story County Cornerstone to Capstone Plan (C2C Plan) . Learn more, find a schedule, or to take the survey The C2C Plan is a coordinated long range plan that is intended to be physical and policy-based – a blueprint for how we grow and develop over the coming 20 years, identifying vision and goals, and quality of life aspects.

Cambridge Skunk River Valley Days

June 10, 2015 - 7:00am -- ron

Originally broadcast 06/10/2015
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Today's program featured Cambridge's Skunk River Valley Days. Marcia Kisner, representing the planning committee, served as our guide through the varied events of the festival. Special Features this year included a Barbecue Contest and the first International Drone Community Event showcasing the use of Drones for Agriculture. Scott Olson told us about the array of information and demonstrations of Unmanned Aviation Vehicle (UAVs) that will be available on Saturday. Ron Carson spoke with Randy Burke, whose band Randy Burk and the Prisoners will play for the Street Dance in Saturday Night. We listened to songs from their CD "Money, Heart, and Soul".

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