Pints & Diplomacy

Rep. Sean Bagniewski and Mandy Newton Rosenow

We sit down with Sean Bagniewski and Mandy Newton Rosenow for a fun conversation about Mandy’s campaign for the Iowa House, Iowa politics, and what’s at stake in November

Chris Jones (Secretary of Agriculture)

This week we sit down with Democratic candidate for Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Chris Jones to talk about Iowa water quality, why so many farmers vote Republican, and h

Candidate for Iowa Treasurer JOHN NORWOOD

John Norwood joins Pints & Diplomacy to talk about his campaign for Iowa Treasurer and why he believes the office matters more than most people realize. We discuss protec

MOTHERS DAY SPECIAL w/ State Senator Catelin Drey

This Mother’s Day, we sit down with State Senator Catelin Drey for a fun, honest, and relatable conversation about balancing life under the Capitol dome and life at home

Taylor Wettach: Candidate for State Auditor

In this episode, we sit down with Taylor Wettach, who’s currently running for Iowa State Auditor, for a wide-ranging and entertaining conversation. Taylor opens up about

A Third Option at the Bar: Independent Dave Bushaw Joins Pints & Diplomacy

In this episode of Pints & Diplomacy, we sit down with Independent candidate Dave Bushaw for a wide-ranging conversation recorded live at Carl’s Place. Over a couple of

Iowa's Budget Crisis w/ State Rep. Megan Srinivas

This week on Pints & Diplomacy, we’re joined by Iowa State Representative and infectious disease physician Megan Srinivas. She discusses how her career in medicine shapes

Know Your Rights w/ Ben Lynch (Ben Lynch Law)

In this episode of Pints & Diplomacy, were joined by Des Moines attorney Ben Lynch to unpack the intersection of law, power, and everyday life. Ben discusses a Draft King

Interview with State Senator Zach Wahls (Candidate for US Senate)

This week on Pints & Diplomacy, we break down a slow news cycle, touching on Michigan football drama, Randy Feenstra’s rocky campaign, and the enduring appeal of Conan O’

Nathan SAGE Against the Machine joins Pints & Diplomacy

In this episode of Pints & Diplomacy, we sit down with U.S. Senate candidate Nathan Sage in the bar tucked beneath the historic Val Air Ballroom. Over a couple cold ones,

Chair of the Iowa Democratic Party Rita Hart

We sat down with Iowa Democratic Party Chair Rita Hart at Lua Brewing in Des Moines for a wide-ranging conversation over a few pints. We talked about the recent special

Building Cyclone Nation: A Conversation with Jamie Pollard

On this week’s episode of Pints & Diplomacy, we sit down with Iowa State Athletic Director Jamie Pollard for a wide-ranging conversation on the past, present, and future

US Senate Candidates Josh Turek & JD Scholten

We sit down with US Senate Candidates JD Scholten and Josh Turek as JD announces that he is suspending his campaign and endorsing Josh Turek. We hold the first sit down i

SPECIAL ELECTION Candidate Catelin Drey

This SPECIAL ELECTION Episode with SD-01 Candidate Catelin Drey covers everything you need to know for the upcoming August 26th Special Election. We touch on issues that

IA State Senator Matt Blake

From 4th of July Parade to the State Senate—and even deployments overseas—Matt Blake has a story worth hearing. In this episode of Pints & Diplomacy, we start with our Bu

IA State Senator Mike Zimmer Running for Re-Election

In this episode of Pints & Diplomacy, we sit down with Iowa State Senator Mike Zimmer as he officially announces his campaign for reelection. Over a beer, we dive into hi

Episode 18 - "Wicked" Author Gregory Maguire and the Supreme Court of Witches

What happens when you share a beer with the man who made Elphaba iconic? We sit down with Wicked author Gregory Maguire to talk about the political soul of Oz, the surpri

Episode 17 - Candidate for US Congress Travis Terrell & Supreme Court of Dream Bachelor Party Destinations

This week on Pints & Diplomacy, we sit down with Travis Terrell, candidate for Congress, to talk about why he's running, how his background shapes his political views, an

Episode 16 -- Supreme Court of Appetizers, Biles vs. Gaines, LA Protests & Wells Fargo Memories

In this episode of Pints & Diplomacy, we serve up a sizzling segment: the Supreme Court of Appetizers—where we debate the ultimate starter foods and lay down some snack-b

Episode 15 -- JD Scholten's BIG Announcement and Supreme Court of 90s Sitcoms

This week we get a surprise visit from JD Scholten and he discusses his recent candidacy for US Senate. We also cover our Supreme Court of 90s TV Show Sitcoms and recap t