On this episode of River to River , guest host Katelyn Harrop is joined by emergency physician Dr. Hans House and Matthew Nonnenmann, associate professor of occupational and environmental health in the College of Public Health at the University of Iowa, to answer listeners' top questions about COVID-19 and the impact of the novel coronavirus.

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Your COVID-19 Questions Answered

Guest host Charity Nebbe speaks with several mental health experts about how to navigate mental health in times of crisis. They offer tips and share information about mental health resources that are available in Iowa.

Navigating Mental Health In Times Of Crisis

While much of our economy has ground to a halt, grocery store operations are ramping up amid the coronavirus pandemic. There is not a food shortage. Rather, grocers and markets are trying to meet increased demand and have had difficulties stocking shelves in a timely manner as supply chains have slowed. Additionally, stores have adjusted hours and are taking precautions to create a safe environment for shoppers and workers.

Iowa's Food Supply Chain Amid Pandemic

In the spirit of social distancing, lawmakers are keeping their distance from the Iowa Statehouse, which could impact what's accomplished during the 2020 legislative session.

With Lawmakers At Home, What's Next For Iowa's Legislative Agenda?

On this segment of River to River , host Ben Kieffer is joined by Iowa Public Radio news director Michael Leland and IPR reporters for an update on the impact of COVID-19 and recovery efforts within schools, prisons, hospitals and elsewhere across the state.

As Confirmed Cases Top 100, A Look at COVID-19 Across Iowa

On this “news buzz” edition of River to River , host Ben Kieffer speaks with Iowa State University economist Chad Hart and outlines the impact COVID-19 is likely to have on the Iowa economy. Later in the program, IPR's Eastern Iowa reporter Kate Payne shares concerns over prison safety with the community spread of COVID-19 and Superintendent of the Storm Lake School System, Stacy Cole, describes the enormous challenges public schools are facing with closures lasting at least 4 weeks. Katie Peikes, IPR's Western Iowa reporter, also joins the program to talk about parents adapting to having kids at home throughout the day. Guests: Chad Hart , associate professor of Economics at ISU Stacey Cole , superintendent of Storm Lake Community School District Kate Payne , IPR eastern Iowa reporter Katie Peikes , IPR western Iowa reporter

Iowa School Administrators And Parents Adjusting To School Closures

Large parts of our economy have nearly ground to a halt. On this episode of River to River, Ben Kieffer speaks with several Iowans, from a variety of industries, about how the coronavirus pandemic has affected their jobs, businesses and lives.

Iowans Feel Economic Impact of Coronavirus

On this episode of River to River , host Ben Kieffer talks with political scientists Rachel Caufield and Jim McCormick about how the country's leaders are handling the COVID-19 outbreak. Guest: Rachel Paine Caufield , professor of political science at Drake University Jim McCormick , professor of political science at Iowa State University

Political Leadership In Crisis

On this segment of River to River , U.S. Rep. City Axne IA-3 joins host Ben Kieffer live to address concerns surrounding COVID-19 and its economic impact on Iowans and Iowa businesses.

Rep. Axne Addresses COVID-19 Concerns

Iowa's legislative session will be suspended for at least 30 days as a means to help limit the spread of COVID-19, the disease caused by the novel coronavirus. Katarina Sostaric, IPR's statehouse reporter, speaks with River to River host Ben Kieffer on the latest news from the capitol.

LISTEN: Iowa Lawmakers On Legislative Suspension, COVID-19

The COVID-19 pandemic is changing lives dramatically, at least temporarily. On this episode of River to River , host Ben Kieffer speaks with Edith Parker, Dean of the University of Iowa College of Public Health, and Mike Pentella, director of the State Hygienic Public Health Laboratory in Coralville, about the quickly emerging public health emergency.

Health Experts Answer COVID-19 Questions

Emergencies can bring out the best, and unfortunately, also the worst in people. On this episode of River to River , host Ben Kieffer talks with Iowa Attorney General Tom Miller about price gouging and other scams related to the COVID-19 pandemic. IPR’s health reporter Natalie Krebs joins the program to discuss closures of all kinds, hospital restrictions and how suspected cases are being treated. Later on, Rabbi David Kaufman describes the changes he expects to see in his faith community and former Secretary of State Colin Powell’s Chief of Staff, Colonel Lawrence Wilkerson, shares his thoughts on how the current administration is handling the spread of COVID-19. Guest: Natalie Krebs , IPR health reporter Tom Miller , Iowa Attorney General David Kaufman , Rabbi at the Temple B’nai Jeshurun Lawrence Wilkerson , former Secretary of State Colin Powell’s Chief of Staff

COVID-19 Causing Price Gouging, Closures And Lifestyle Changes

On this episode of River to River , host Ben Kieffer is joined by political scientists Wayne Moyer of Grinnell College and Megan Goldberg of Cornell College, for analysis of the latest primary results and the state of the contest between Biden and Sanders. Listeners voice their reasons for supporting certain candidates, and they discuss how COVID-19 is posing political challenges across the world. Guest: Megan Goldberg , assistant professor of American politics at Cornell College Wayne Moyer, Rosenfield Professor of Political Science at Grinnell College

Analyzing March 10th Primary Results

Homo erectus evolved around 2 million years ago, and was the first known human species to walk fully upright. After Homo erectus dispersed from Africa, the species colonized the ancient world. Then, about 400,000 years ago, Homo erectus essentially vanished, with the lone exception of an Indonesian island.

Iowa Scientists Determine Period For Human Ancestor

River to River host Ben Kieffer speaks with Marc Schneider of Iowa State University's Center for Industrial Research and Service to discuss how the COVID-19 outbreak has impacted Iowa's trade economy. Guest: Marc Schneider, project manager at Iowa State University’s Center for Industrial Research and Service

Iowa Trade And COVID-19

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