AREA Podcast

About AREA Podcast

The Ames Regional Economic Alliance presents the AREA Podcast, showcasing the voices shaping Ames and the surrounding region. Each episode will feature in-depth conversations with community and business leaders, sharing their personal stories, professional journeys, and insights into the innovation and growth driving our area forward. Tune in to discover the people and ideas making a difference in our vibrant region. The AREA Podcast is presented by Flynn Wright.

Publisher

Ames Regional Economic Alliance

Category

business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

27 Feb 2025

Latest episode

24 Sept 2026

Latest episodes

31 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   24 Sept 2026

   #030 - Rob Sand

   On AREA Podcast episode #030, we’re joined by Rob Sand, 2026 Democratic nominee for Governor of Iowa. He shares his journey from Decorah to public service, his experience as Iowa State Auditor, and his perspective on the economy, public education, costs, and the future of Iowa. The AREA Podcast is presented by Flynn Wright - https://www.flynnwright.com Iowa State University Research Park - https://www.isupark.org Northcrest Community - https://www.northcrestcommunity.org Heartland Roofing, Siding, and Solar - https://heartlandroofingandsiding.com

2. 

   24 Sept 2026

   #029 - Zach Lahn

   On AREA Podcast episode #029, we’re joined by Zach Lahn, 2026 Republican nominee for Governor of Iowa. He shares his journey as a sixth-generation Iowan, businessman, and farmer, his experience running a statewide campaign, and his vision for the future of Iowa. The AREA Podcast is presented by Flynn Wright - https://www.flynnwright.com Iowa State University Research Park - https://www.isupark.org Northcrest Community - https://www.northcrestcommunity.org Heartland Roofing, Siding, and Solar - https://heartlandroofingandsiding.com

3. 

   18 Aug 2026

   #028 - Jamie Pollard

   On AREA Podcast episode #028, we’re joined by Jamie Pollard, Endowed Cyclone Director of Athletics at Iowa State University. He reflects on 21 years of leadership at Iowa State, the transformation of Cyclone athletics, his decision to retire, the vision behind CyTown and the future of Iowa State Athletics. The AREA Podcast is presented by Flynn Wright - https://www.flynnwright.com Iowa State University Research Park - https://www.isupark.org Northcrest Community - https://www.northcrestcommunity.org Heartland Roofing, Siding, and Solar - https://heartlandroofingandsiding.com

Who has been a guest on AREA Podcast

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Valerie Grubb
• Wendy Wintersteen
• Emily Schmitt
• Kevin Dresser
• Paul Schlueter

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

5 ratings

Spotify

3.7 / 5

3 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 15 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

16

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

32

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Guest appearances

Books guests

Based on episode analysis; this does not confirm that the show is currently accepting guests.

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