Best KRM Humor Podcasts (2024)

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Robert Warren Talks History and Headliners: Hoyt Sherman Place's Record-Breaking Year 48:28

6d ago48:28

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In this captivating episode of Maxwell’s Iowa CoffeeCast, Maxwell interviews Robert Warren, the dynamic CEO of Hoyt Sherman Place, about the historic venue’s remarkable success and transformation. Warren reflects on a record-breaking fiscal year, with Hoyt Sherman Place hosting over 100 headline events and bringing in $6 million in ticket sales—mor…

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Grant Gillon's Iowa Recipe for MasterChef Glory 35:06

13d ago35:06

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In this episode of Maxwell’s Iowa CoffeeCast, host Maxwell sits down with Grant Gillon, the 2023 winner of MasterChef, to discuss his journey from a small-town dad in Altoona, Iowa, to national fame as a self-taught culinary star. Grant opens up about what it was like transitioning from being a home cook to navigating the intense spotlight of a hit…

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The Weekend Pour: Building Dreams Inside HomeShowExpo 2024 with HBA's Dan Knoup & Kirk Mickelson of KRM Custom Homes 27:06

18d ago27:06

27:06

In this episode of Maxwell's Iowa CoffeeCast "Weekend Pour," Maxwell sits down with two key players in the Greater Des Moines' home-building scene: Dan Knoup, Executive Officer of the Home Builders Association of Greater Des Moines, and Kirk Mickelson, owner of KRM Custom Homes. Recorded on-site at KRM's stunning home in this year’s HomeShowExpo 20…

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Passion, Persistence, and TikTok: Patricia Holly’s Path to Music Success 48:44

20d ago48:44

48:44

In this episode of Maxwell's Iowa CoffeeCast, Maxwell interviews singer-songwriter Patricia Holly, whose musical journey to success began by simply having fun on TikTok. Initially, she gained followers by making satirical videos of the Johnny Depp-Amber Heard trial. Her humorous take on the courtroom antics struck a chord, and she quickly built a f…

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From Heartbreak to Hope: A Mother's Journey Through Childhood Cancer 30:51

27d ago30:51

30:51

In this emotional episode of Maxwell's Iowa CoffeeCast, Maxwell interviews MaryBeth Meyer, who shares the powerful story of her son James’s battle with cancer. James, now a healthy second-grader, was diagnosed with bilateral Wilms tumor, a rare kidney cancer, when he was just 15 months old. MaryBeth recounts the initial shock of the diagnosis and t…

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An Iowan Making Nashville Stars Shine: Andy Elliott 34:04

1M ago34:04

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In this episode of the Iowa CoffeeCast, Maxwell sits down with Iowan, Andy Elliott, SVP of Country Promotion with Red Street Records, who made a significant career shift to pursue a passion for promoting country music. Andy shares the story of his journey from behind the microphone, as a popular Iowa radio host and program director, to finding his …

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Reviving the Magic: A "Triple Espresso" Comeback Story for Patrick Albanese 41:06

2M ago41:06

41:06

In this episode of the Iowa CoffeeCast, Maxwell sits down with actor and magician, Patrick Albanese, known for his role in the long-running show "Triple Espresso," in which he has performed over 3,800 times. The comedy is remembered, historically, as Iowa's longest-running professional show at Des Moines Performing Arts' Temple Theatre. The convers…

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Building Legacy: Paul Despenas on Hard Work, Family Values, and Rock 'n' Roll 39:14

2M ago39:14

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In this episode of Maxwell's Iowa CoffeeCast, Paul Despenas details his Grandfather's journey from Greece to Mason City in the 1920s, driven by the promise of jobs at a cement plant. Despite an injury that ended his grandfather's work there, the family thrived by diversifying into produce. Paul's father, a Navy veteran, transitioned from jewelry sa…

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96 Years of Theatre and Jazz: Al Downey’s Remarkable Journey 38:37

2M ago38:37

38:37

Maxwell's Iowa CoffeeCast features a heartwarming and insightful interview with Al Downey, a 96-year-old Playhouse legend. Al and his wife, Ruth, sat down over coffee with Maxwell and he shared his incredible life story, starting with his birth in 1928 in Ottumwa, Iowa, delivered by his midwife grandmother. He recounts his early years, moving betwe…

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Brooks' Biz Sizzles at the Iowa State Fair 35:16

2M ago35:16

35:16

Welcome to Maxwell’s Iowa Coffee Cast! In this episode, Maxwell features Brooks Reynolds, co-founder of the Blue Ribbon Bacon Festival and operator of JR’s South Pork Ranch at the Iowa State Fair. Brooks shares his family’s deep-rooted history with the fair, dating back to the 1950s when his uncles sold radios and chickens. He describes his venture…

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From Farm Studio to Recording Rock Legends: Keith Brown's Iowa Music Journey 53:51

3M ago53:51

53:51

In the latest episode of Maxwell's Iowa CoffeeCast, Maxwell sits down with Keith Brown, a long-time Iowa resident and multi-talented musician. Keith shares fascinating stories from his extensive music career, including his early days performing with bands like The Shillings and The Pillars, and his experiences recording and engineering. Keith recou…

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Stress Survival: Dr. Bryan Hall on Managing Work and Home Pressures 38:04

3M ago38:04

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In this episode of Maxwell's Iowa CoffeeCast, Maxwell hosted Dr. Bryan Hall, a licensed Mental Health Counselor and Clinic Director at Ellie Mental Health in Clive, Iowa, for an in-depth conversation about contemporary anxiety issues among adults, particularly related to family and work. Dr. Hall highlighted that many of his clients' anxieties stem…

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Little League Dreams Inspire a Thrilling Baseball Spy Novel 21:49

3M ago21:49

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In this episode of Maxwell's Iowa CoffeeCast, Maxwell meets with Scott Reister, an Iowa television sports journalist, at the Urbandale Public Library to discuss Scott's debut novel, Baseball Spy. This juvenile mystery novel, which is selling well on Amazon and Barnes & Noble, originated from Scott's childhood fantasy while playing baseball, where o…

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Is This Iowa's Next Great Jazz Singer? 24:25

3M ago24:25

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This episode of Maxwell’s Iowa CoffeeCast features an engaging conversation with Aviana Gedler, a talented jazz vocalist from Des Moines. Aviana, known for her impressive jazz performances, shares her journey from growing up in Iowa to studying jazz vocal music in Boston. She discusses her early influences, including her brother and high school jaz…

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Here's What Happened to Max & Amy on the Radio 38:27

3M ago38:27

38:27

Maxwell's Iowa CoffeeCast, hosted by Maxwell Schaeffer, debuts with a candid conversation with his former radio morning partner, Amy Sweet. The duo previously hosted the popular Max and Amy morning show on WHO radio, only to be abruptly let go in early March of 2024. They were informed of their termination during a routine meeting, which turned out…

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Quiz Special! 1:53:43

2+ y ago1:53:43

1:53:43

KRM har rotat i arkivet och halat upp följande. Ett kanske inte helt nyinspelat (2 år and still rotting) men endock till höres aldrig tidigare lyssnat avsnitt där Saltetgänget quizzar. Nära på två timmar kommer det att ta, så glöm nu inte att pausa emellanåt!