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Stuff to DO with Cityview Magazine - Jeff Pitts and Parker Reed

OK, it's time to stop being serious and have some Friday Fun. Here from Cityview Magazine is Jeff Pitts and Parker Reed and we'll check out the fun stuff to do in the Des Moines Metro this weekend and into next week. Things like the Jazz Fest, the Patio Fest, Iowa Cubs play, the Renaissance Faire, Iowa's BIGGEST Backyard Bash, Glow Wild and much more. Relax...it's the Weekend! 
The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday, hour-long business podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday starting at 5pm Central. You can subscribe on Google Play, PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday at 2pm on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour.

FlashDine DSM - It's a Family Affair

Coming up on Sunday 2 September it's FlashDine DSM. What? Think of a "flash mob" all dressed in white and all just showing up at a location, that is still secret, for dinner. Over the years it's been held in many places in Des Moines and today my Bride, Georgie (who is heading the project up this year) joins me to talk about...FlashDine DSM. It's a family affair....and you are invited! 
The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday, hour-long business podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday starting at 5pm Central. You can subscribe on Google Play, PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday at 2pm on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour.

The Business News Headlines 27 August 2018

Here are some of the top businss news stories for today along with what happened on Wall Street and why:
It's a deal! But nobody knows much about it. We're talking trade and the U.S. and Mexico;
Warren Buffett is taking a steak in a business he's never been in before;
How would you like a 46% raise in pay? We've got a story about that;
We've got two car stories for you;
Kiss property tax dollars goodbye as the Feds will build a new courthouse downtown Des Moines.
Those stories plus a conversation with Beau Fodor from Panache about three upcoming farm to table events and you are invited to each. Always a great interview...Beau Fodor in the news. Then we'll hear from Laura Kinnard from Drake University about some business education opportunities and networking for business. We'v got a packed day...click on through! 

A Place at the Table with Beau Fodor

Food with a flair...Coming up on the 1st of October and for the next three Monday evenings you are invited to experience A Place at the Table with Beau Fodor of Panache. Listen as we talk about Panache, the accomplishments the business has had and then break down each one of the three special evenings called A Place at the Table. And, yes you can get tickets now for the event on October 1st with former State Senator and newly elected Polk County Supervisor Matt McCoy. And here are tickets for the October 8th date at Plant Life Designs in Van Meter. And, to round out the three events here are tickets for the October 15th date at Honey Hills in Osceola. 
 The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday, hour-long business podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday starting at 5pm Central. You can subscribe on Google Play, PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday at 2pm on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour.

More Friday Fun and Stuff to DO with Cityview Magazine

Each Friday afternoon we play host to Cityview Magazine and our lifestyle contributors Jeff Pitts and Parker Reed. We kick off the weekend with Brad Banks and Seneca Wallace, head to the Des Moines Social Club and then it's Puddles Pity Party (don't ask) at Hoyt Sherman. Ingersoll Live kicks off on Saturday, Exile Brewing has a bash, Java Joe's goes...EMO (????). The Cloris Awards are on Sunday and next week we got to a garden party at Terrace Hill and the Iowa Cubs are in town....whosh! 
The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday, hour-long business podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday starting at 5pm Central. You can subscribe on Google Play, PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday at 2pm on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour.

Our Host for Out to Lunch - Meet Kelly Sharp from Vino 209

Each week we take a thought leader "Out to Lunch" where we talk business, politics and more. Our host for this month is Vino 209 in the Historic Valley Junction of West Des Moines, Iowa. We'll chat it up with owner Kelly Sharp and chef Andrew Phelps about this really unique cafe/wine bar that seems like it's straight out of Europe. Thanks to Kelly, Andrew and the wonderful Abby Rodewald who make our visits fantastic. Come see us, we're there each Tuesday at noon through September. 
The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday, hour-long business podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday starting at 5:00pm Central and you can subscribe using your favorite podcast platform like: Google Play, PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday at 2pm on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour.

The Business News Headlines 23 August 2018

Click through to learn more about these top business news stories and later two great interviews:
Markets hit a wall today and we'll share why;
So, is Tesla REALLY going private? We've got an update;
There is one job young people don't want even though it pays well;
Grocery store plastic bags on the way out;
No, Mr. President that is not the price of a Camero in China
Those stories the markets and our Restaurant of the Week is Central Standard. You've got to listen to our conversation with general manager Andy Crounse it's pretty clear why this new place was packed today at lunch.
Then you can click through to listen to Michael Lawrence the founder of something called BluJaket. He's pretty stoked about the mobile app and we were too once we heard what it can do for retail, restaurants and sporting/special events. 
Thanks for coming by...and subscribe by hitting the FOLLOW button...OK?
 

BluJaket - Targeted Special Offers for Retail, Restaurants and Special Events

You might say that Michael Lawrence the Founder/CEO of BluJaket is pumped. You might...and if you did you would be right! We went "Out to Lunch" with Michael to learn more about his mobile app, BluJaket. What is it? You know how you've got a drawer with coupons, rubber bands and other "stuff". It's where coupons go to die. How about an app that targets your current and future customers with an offer when they are in your area? Retail, Restaurants, Special Events....click through and learn more about BluJaket and what it can do for your business...and yeah...Michael is pumped. 
The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday, hour-long business podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday starting at 4:30pm here on Podbean, iTunes, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday at 2pm on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour.

Our Restaurant of the Week - Central Standard with Andy Crounse

We went "Out to Lunch" and met up with Andy Crounse the General Manager of Central Standard a restaurant that's been open for less than a month but...packed. So, what is it?  The food? The service? The price?  What if we told you it was all of that and more. Central Standard spent lots of time researching their customer base and then creating appeal. Click through and go Out to Lunch with us as we learn more about Central Standard of Waukee. 
The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday, hour-long business podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday starting at 4:30pm here on Podbean, iTunes, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday at 2pm on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour.

The Business News Headlines 16 August 2018

It's the Business News Hour Headlines for Thursday the 16th day of August, 2018. Thanks for coming by. Just ahead:
Trade Wars Explained, "It's sorta like a diet..."
Markets Rebounded on "Hope"
Booze makers look to pot to (sorry) grow their business
Look out Amazon here comes Walmart
Who Dies First? JC Penny or Sears - Some shocking numbers today
There is a new housing trend and you'll never guess what...but a home for $90K ain't bad!
Those stories and the markets just a click away!
The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday, hour-long business podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday starting at 4:30pm here on Podbean, iTunes, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday at 2pm on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour.