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Body Shaping with Lance Farrell

When you mix nutrition with exercise and add in some motivation some amazing things can happen.  We spent some time with Lance Farrell who is the owner of Farrell's Extreme Body Shaping.  We talked about the evolution his company has been through and how it's led to success with, in January, 57 locations in the United States.  Here is that extended 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

Iowa Lottery Fun with Terry Rich

"I've never met a mic I didn't like!" And, so starts our interview with our friend and CEO of the Iowa Lottery, Terry Rich.  Sure, we talk about the lottery but also throw in some shout-outs to Chuck and Carla Offenburger, Mike Pace, Gov. Branstad, Gov. Ray...yes, the list gets long.  Fun stuff with a guy who truly loves his job.  Here is that extended 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

Workplace Harassment Answers with Jeff Garrison

The frequency of workplace harassment issues continues to surprise. Recent high-profile decisions have resulted in not only major fines but also brand embarrassment for the companies involved. We invited Jeff Garrison from Merit Resources to share with us what employers can do to mitigate their exposure as well as what employees need to know to feel safe and secure in reporting workplace harassment. Here is that 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.

Stuff to Do in the Metro with Sheryl This Weekend!

It's Friday so that means that Sheryl Tessier from Eat, Play, Love Des Moines is in with her list of "Stuff to Do in the Des Moines Metro" this weekend and beyond.  But...what?  Michael and Dustin have to reach out by...PHONE?  She is really THAT busy!  Here's your list: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.

New Austrian Cafe - Under Construction

The Strudel Haus is "under construction" here we take a walk through with owner Michael Leo to get a better handle on what this new restaurant will be serving, learn about the wine cellar and more.  And, yes, Michael actually is using a hammer!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.

Rural Economic Development with Bill Menner Part Two

This is part two of our extended interview about rural economic development with Bill Menner from the USDA Rural Economic Development Office for Iowa. 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.

Rural Economic Development with Bill Menner Part One

It's always a pleasure to learn more about what is happening in the rural areas of Iowa and nobody better to ask than Bill Menner from the USDA Rural Development Office for Iowa.  Here, in Part One, we talk about some of the challenges and opportunities for Rural Iowa. 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.

Breaking the Meth Addiction with Iowa Watch

The business of drugs, in Iowa, isn't going away.  In fact, it is getting worse. Today we visit with Lyle Muller the executive director - editor of Iowa Watch about a documentary done by Katie Kuntz who now works as a reporter for the Rocky Mountain Public Broadcasting Network. "Breaking the Meth Addiction" was a project she started while a student at the University of Iowa and looks at, what is becoming, a larger problem in the Hawkeye State then you may have imagined. 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.

Be Prepared - The $80K Pen

Each month Desmund Adams graces our studio to share with us some nugget of a story that offers insight on personal development and business development.  Today he's got a great story about always being ready and the lesson of the $80,000 pen.  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.