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Mar 10th, 2025
In this episode of ITR Live, Chris Hagenow and John Hendrickson break down the latest ITR Foundation poll and what it reveals about Iowa voters’ priorities. The results show that fiscal issues are more important than ever, with tax policy, government spending, and inflation dominating voter concerns. Surprisingly, issu...
Feb 28th, 2025
In this episode of ITR Live, Chris Hagenow welcomes Alan Ostergren back to the podcast for a deep dive into government spending, conservative governance, and the broader fight against bureaucratic waste. The discussion kicks off with the ongoing push for transparency in federal spending, including revelations about Sta...
Feb 25th, 2025
In this episode of ITR Live, Chris Hagenow and John Hendrickson break down the latest legislative developments in Iowa, covering tax policy, energy reforms, and a controversial protest at the Capitol. The discussion opens with a look at the busy March legislative schedule, where key tax proposals—such as the “no income...
Feb 18th, 2025
In this episode of ITR Live, Chris Hagenow and John Hendrickson cover a range of hot topics, from anti-Trump protests at the Iowa Capitol and ongoing battles for conservative policy victories in Iowa. The discussion kicks off with the 50501 Protest Movement, which attempted to rally against Trump, DOGE (Department of G...
Feb 14th, 2025
In this episode of ITR Live, Chris Hagenow and Sarah Curry break down franchise fees, how they impact Iowa taxpayers, and why cities are increasingly turning to these hidden taxes. They explore how local governments justify new fees under the guise of funding public services while increasing spending on non-essential p...
Feb 12th, 2025
In this episode of ITR Live, Chris Hagenow and John Hendrickson discuss Governor Reynolds’ DOGE initiative, a new effort to cut government spending and improve efficiency in Iowa. They explore how DOGE aligns with Trump’s federal spending crackdown, particularly on foreign aid and bureaucratic waste.The hosts also anal...
Feb 5th, 2025
In this episode of ITR Live, host Chris Hagenow welcomes Alan Ostergren to discuss various political themes, including insights on the current legislative session, the importance of conservative governance, property tax discussions, immigration enforcement, executive orders, federalism, and education reform. The conver...
Feb 3rd, 2025
In this episode of ITR Live, Chris Hagenow and John Hendrickson discuss key developments in Iowa politics, including the unexpected passing of State Representative Martin Graber, ongoing debates over Iowa’s school funding formula, and concerns over the state’s growing government debt.The episode provides a deep dive ...
Jan 27th, 2025
In this episode of ITR Live, Chris Hagenow and John Hendrickson return to the Hendrickson Library to discuss a wide range of topics, including updates on the legislative session, Governor Reynolds’ Condition of the State address, and the early days of Donald Trump’s second presidency. The hosts dive into Iowa’s special...
Jan 14th, 2025
On this episode of ITR Live, Chris Hagenow and John Hendrickson break down the opening day of Iowa’s 91st General Assembly, featuring powerful speeches from key legislative leaders. The episode begins with an emotional address from Senate Majority Leader Jack Whitver, who provides an inspiring update on his health jour...
Jan 9th, 2025
In this episode of the ITR Live Podcast, Chris Hagenow welcomes Sarah Curry to discuss the pressing issue of property taxes in Iowa. The conversation dives into the state’s property tax system, highlighting a significant milestone: Iowa’s property tax collections have reached $7 billion annually, reflecting an unsustai...
Jan 7th, 2025
In this episode of the ITR Live podcast, Chris Hagenow and John Hendrickson kick off the new year from the Hendrickson Library at the Institute for the Preservation of Western Civilization. They explore what’s on the horizon for Iowa politics in 2025, focusing on key issues likely to dominate the legislative session, i...
Dec 16th, 2024
In this episode of ITR Live, host Chris Hagenow and Policy Director John Hendrickson dive into key developments shaping Iowa’s governance and tax policies. The discussion kicks off with the appointment of Iowa’s new Lieutenant Governor, Senator Chris Cournoyer. Known for her work on state realignment and efficiency, he...
Dec 10th, 2024
In this episode of ITR Live, host Chris Hagenow and John Hendrickson dive into the pressing topics shaping Iowa’s future. Broadcasting from the newly equipped Hendrickson Library, the discussion highlights the upcoming legislative session and its implications for property taxes, local government spending, and economic ...
Dec 3rd, 2024
In this episode of ITR Live, host Chris Hagenow and John Hendrickson dive into critical discussions about local and state government spending, upcoming legislative priorities, and broader national political issues. Government Spending and Transparency: The conversation explores both state and local government spending...
Nov 18th, 2024
In this episode of ITR Live, host Chris Hagenow and regular guest John Hendrickson welcome Amity Shlaes, a distinguished historian and leading expert on economic history. The conversation delves into the enduring significance of Presidents Calvin Coolidge and Warren Harding, exploring their relevance in today’s politic...
Nov 13th, 2024
In this episode of ITR Live, host Chris Hagenow and guest John Hendrickson provide an in-depth analysis of Iowa’s political landscape following the recent elections. They begin by discussing leadership elections in the Iowa House and Senate, emphasizing the re-election of key conservative leaders, including Senate Majo...
Nov 8th, 2024
In this episode of the ITR Live Podcast, host Chris Hagenow welcomes Sarah Curry to the show. Chris and Sarah delve into the recent November bond elections, a significant event under new legislation requiring bond measures to appear on November ballots. They discuss how this change has led to higher voter turnout and g...
Nov 7th, 2024
In this episode of ITR Live, Chris Hagenow and John Hendrickson take a deep dive into the 2024 general election results in Iowa. The conversation kicks off with reflections on the tense yet hopeful atmosphere of election night, providing listeners with a behind-the-scenes look at the ITR Election Night War Room. They e...
Nov 4th, 2024
In this episode of ITR Live, Chris Hagenow and John Hendrickson dive into the political landscape shaping Iowa’s upcoming elections. They explore recent polling data that presents a complex picture of voter sentiment, with particular attention to the surprising results from the Des Moines Register’s Iowa Poll showing K...
Oct 25th, 2024
In this episode of ITR Live, host Chris Hagenow is joined by Tom Sands and John Hendrickson to explore the far-reaching impacts of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act and its connection to Iowa’s tax policies. They dive into the significance of tax cuts for economic growth, focusing on how federal and state tax reforms shape Iow...
Oct 23rd, 2024
In this episode of ITR Live, Chris Hagenow and John Hendrickson dive into several key issues affecting Iowa taxpayers and government policies. They begin by discussing updates from the Hendrickson Library and insights from Iowa’s Revenue Estimating Conference, highlighting Iowa’s strong fiscal foundation despite recent...
Oct 18th, 2024
In this episode of ITR Live, host Chris Hagenow is joined by guest Sarah Curry to discuss Iowa’s upcoming bond elections, with a special focus on ‘repeat offenders’—local governments that continuously propose bond measures despite previous failures. The pair explore several case studies, highlighting how these proposal...
Oct 17th, 2024
In this episode of ITR Live, we welcome Dr. Ernie Goss, an expert on economics in the Midwest, to discuss the complex current economic conditions. Dr. Goss explores the disconnect between macroeconomic indicators and individual experiences, particularly in the context of manufacturing and agriculture. He highlights key...
Oct 15th, 2024
In this episode of ITR Live, hosts Chris Hagenow and John Hendrickson discuss various topics including new updates to the ITR Live Studio at the Hendrickson Center for the Preservation of Western Civilization. Shocking news as Iowa Democrats finally get fact-checked by the mainstream media, even though it came from a n...
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