Arts

Portfolio Day with DMACC

When we got the invitation to Portfolio Day we weren't sure what it was so we called the folks at DMACC and they sent us Monte Ballard the Chair of the Graphic Design Department and student Molly Mack. We talked about what the event is, who can go and getting a job in graphic design.Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only business broadcast in the Des Moines Metro and a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications a full service advertising agency based in Des Moines.  Connect with us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour and, for more fun, here is our Facebook Page.

A Photo Start-Up that We Like!

We love sharing with you new start-ups and here is another. Amina Hall, a professional photographer has brought Capture Pod, an automated start-up to the Des Moines Metro. What a cool idea and a great way for your business to connect with your consumers. Think Trade Shows? We liked!  Here is that conversation:Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only business broadcast in the Des Moines Metro and a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications a full service advertising agency based in Des Moines.  Connect with us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour and, for more fun, here is our Facebook Page.

Stuff to Do in the Metro with Sheryl This Weekend!

Each week Sheryl Tessier from Eat, Play, Love Des Moines is with us with her picks of "Stuff to DO in the Metro this Weekend".  From date night to family fun she ticks down her list. Joining Sheryl and Michael is our producer Tyler Hackenmiller.  Yay! Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only business broadcast in the Des Moines Metro and a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications a full service advertising agency based in Des Moines.  Connect with us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour and, for more fun, here is our Facebook Page.

Des Moines Performing Arts WOW!

One event after another with the Des Moines Performing Arts. Eric Olmscheid came by the studio to talk about an amazing line up over the next week.  An amazing array of things to do...truly something for nearly everybody.Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only business broadcast in the Des Moines Metro and a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications a full service advertising agency based in Des Moines.  Connect with us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour and, for more fun, here is our Facebook Page.

Justin Mandelbaum on An Artistic Endevor

We love this project!  Justin Mandelbaum, whose family has been part of Des Moines for over 150 years, made the decision to come back to his home town and create something special.  Des Moines Arts is a non-profit development for artists which will be housed in the abandoned Century Link Building.  And, because Justin has done this before...he's not guessing at its success.  Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only business broadcast in the Des Moines Metro and a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications a full service advertising agency based in Des Moines.  Connect with us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour and, for more fun, here is our Facebook Page.

What's Brewing at Des Moines Performing Arts?

On Friday afternoons we take a break from the hard business news and interviews and spend some time in a "lifestyle mode". Today Cindy Hughes Anliker came by from the Des Moines Performing Arts. We spent some time getting to know more about her and the 300+ events this amazing group puts together each year.Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications a full service advertising agency based in Des Moines and is heard Monday - Friday from 5PM to 6PM on 1350-KRNT, Des Moines.  Connect with us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour and, for more fun, here is our Facebook Page.

Market Day Iowa with Cat Rocketship

We LOVE Market Day!  It's eclectic, fun and...FREE.  Here's Cat Rocketship with an overview of what Market Day is all about and why, on this Black Friday, it makes sense to head downtown Des Moines for something really unique! Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications a full service advertising agency based in Des Moines and is heard Monday - Friday from 5PM to 6PM on 1350-KRNT, Des Moines.  Connect with us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour and, for more fun, here is our Facebook Page

Dreams and Detours with Mike Pace

We all have things we are thankful for...and the News Hour has always been grateful for the friendship of Mike Pace.  We invited Mike back to the studio to chat more about his book, "Dreams and Detours - Reflecting on the Souvenirs of a Lifetime" and what this project has meant to not only him but his work with HCI - Hospice of Central Iowa.  Good stuff! Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications a full service advertising agency based in Des Moines and is heard Monday - Friday from 5PM to 6PM on 1350-KRNT, Des Moines.  Connect with us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour and, for more fun, here is our Facebook Page.

Girls' Weekend with Karen Schaeffer and Rod McCullough

A "home-grown" play is about to hit Des Moines.  Written by Karen Schaeffer "Girls' Weekend" sounds like a bawdy adventure...but loads of fun!  We visited with Karen and the managing director of the Des Moines Playhouse, Rod McCullough about the play and the business of taking it live.  Interesting conversation:Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications a full service advertising agency based in Des Moines and is heard Monday - Friday from 5PM to 6PM on 1350-KRNT, Des Moines.  Connect with us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour and, for more fun, here is our Facebook Page.

Strike Up the Band with Melissa Burkheimer

If you are "doing good" you'll catch our ear and thousands of others. Melissa Burkheimer is helping with a project that puts band instruments into the hands of some kids at Capitol View Elementary through the work of the Greater East Side Development Group. It's a cool project and we thought you should know more about it. Let's go!Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is heard Monday - Friday from 5PM to 6PM on 1350-KRNT, Des Moines.  Connect with us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour and, for more fun, here is our Facebook Page.