A space where compelling stories meet thought-provoking ideas. This podcast explores meaningful conversations that inspire change, with fascinating guests from all walks of life. From tackling big issues to uncovering unique perspectives, each episode challenges, informs, and inspires. Tune in for conversations that spark ideas and create meaningful change—one conversation at a time.
Oliver Bardwell Podcast
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Podcast Overview
A space where compelling stories meet thought-provoking ideas. This podcast explores meaningful conversations that inspire change, with fascinating guests from all walks of life. From tackling big issues to uncovering unique perspectives, each episode challenges, informs, and inspires. Tune in for conversations that spark ideas and create meaningful change—one conversation at a time.
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Recent Episodes
May 25, 2026
EP 97 Eddie Andrews: Republicans Must Think Through the Eyes of November | Iowa Governor Race
<p><strong>Governor candidate Eddie Andrews returns to The Oliver Bardwell Podcast</strong> for a deep conversation about Iowa’s future, leadership, medical freedom, education, property taxes, clean water, parental rights, and why he can win in November.Chapters<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lorNeV7-_9Q">00:00</a> Eddie Andrews on Winning in November<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lorNeV7-_9Q&t=65s">01:05</a> Serving in the House While Running for Governor<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lorNeV7-_9Q&t=200s">03:20</a> Helping Constituents & DHS Challenges<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lorNeV7-_9Q&t=340s">05:40</a> Faith, Service & Life-Changing Moments<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lorNeV7-_9Q&t=570s">09:30</a> Running a Statewide Campaign<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lorNeV7-_9Q&t=825s">13:45</a> Medical Freedom & Parental Rights<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lorNeV7-_9Q&t=1100s">18:20</a> Property Tax Reform & Legislative Wins<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lorNeV7-_9Q&t=1320s">22:00</a> Clean Water & Iowa’s Cancer Concerns<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lorNeV7-_9Q&t=1360s">22:40</a> Restoring the Iowa Education Model<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lorNeV7-_9Q&t=1645s">27:25</a> Rob Sand, Electability & Winning Independents<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lorNeV7-_9Q&t=1915s">31:55</a> Grassroots Campaigning Across Iowa<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lorNeV7-_9Q&t=1980s">33:00</a> Debate Controversy & Fairness Questions<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lorNeV7-_9Q&t=2245s">37:25</a> Convention Strategy & The Path to Governor<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lorNeV7-_9Q&t=2585s">43:05</a> Eminent Domain, Medical Freedom & Leadership<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lorNeV7-_9Q&t=2715s">45:15</a> Veterans, Autism Advocacy & Public Service<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lorNeV7-_9Q&t=2850s">47:30</a> Final ThoughtsWe discusses:• Serving in the Iowa House while running for governor• Property tax reform and government accountability• Restoring the “Iowa Model” of education• Clean water and Iowa’s cancer concerns• Medical freedom and parental rights• The Republican primary, Rob Sand, and electability• Debate controversy and the possibility of a convention race• Grassroots campaigning, faith, leadership, and service“You don’t win 49 states without appealing to people in the center.”— Eddie AndrewsIf you found this conversation valuable, please like, subscribe, and share the episode.<strong>SUPPORT THE SHOW:</strong><a href="https://www.patreon.com/OliverBardwell" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Patreon: patreon.com/OliverBardwell</a>FOLLOW:<a href="https://www.oliverbardwell.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">www.oliverbardwell.com</a><a href="https://www.oliverbardwell.com/home" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">www.oliver4iowa.com</a>X: @OliverBardwellFacebook: Oliver Bardwell Podcast<a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/eddieandrews">#EddieAndrews</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/iowapolitics">#IowaPolitics</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/iowagovernor">#IowaGovernor</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/robsand">#RobSand</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/propertytaxes">#PropertyTaxes</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/education">#Education</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/medicalfreedom">#MedicalFreedom</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/oliverbardwellpodcast">#OliverBardwellPodcast</a><br></p>
April 20, 2026
EP 96: “Something Is Wrong in Iowa” — Zach Lahn on Cancer, Farming & Education
<p>This was one of the most meaningful conversations I’ve had on the podcast.What started as a one-hour interview turned into a deep, wide-ranging discussion on the biggest issues facing Iowa today — and why they matter for the future of our state.Gubernatorial candidate Zach Lahn doesn’t give surface-level answers. He walks through the systems, incentives, and root causes behind what we’re seeing in Iowa.<strong>We cover:</strong>* The rise in cancer rates and concerns around water quality* The loss of family farms and the future of agriculture* Regenerative farming and restoring soil health* Property rights, land ownership, and corporate consolidation* Parental rights and medical freedom (including SF304)* The future of education and innovative school models* How to bring young people back to Iowa<strong>This is Part 1 of a longer conversation</strong> — and we’re already planning Part 2.If you care about the future of Iowa, this is a must-listen.<strong>Chapters:</strong>00:00 Introduction & Why Zach Lahn is Running04:30 The Four Core Issues Facing Iowa06:00 Cancer Rates & Water Quality Concerns10:00 Data Gaps & Public Health Transparency12:00 What’s in Iowa’s Water? Nitrates & Chemicals17:45 Farming Practices & Environmental Impact22:00 Glyphosate, Paraquat & Chemical Exposure26:00 Who Decides “Safe” Levels?30:00 Corporate Influence & Liability Debate33:00 Solutions: Accountability & State Action36:00 Saving Family Farms & Ending Consolidation43:00 Land Ownership & Foreign Influence47:00 Regenerative Farming Explained52:00 Organic Farming Economics & Profitability58:00 Local Food Systems & Iowa Schools1:03:00 Parental Rights & Medical Freedom (SF304)1:10:00 Vaccine Policy & Government Role1:13:00 Education Decline in Iowa1:14:30 Wonder Schools & Education Innovation1:20:00 Socratic Learning & Critical Thinking1:28:00 Building Character & Life Skills in Students1:36:00 Fixing Public Education in Iowa1:41:00 The Future of Education & Workforce Readiness1:49:00 Final Thoughts & Vision for Iowa🎙️ <strong>The Oliver Bardwell Podcast</strong>https://oliverbardwell.com👉 <strong>Join the movement:</strong>https://patreon.com/OliverBardwell👉<strong> Iowans for Freedom:</strong>https://iowansforfreedom.com</p>
March 21, 2026
EP 95 | Brad Sherman | Running for Governor, Grassroots vs Establishment, Property Taxes
<p>In this episode of The Oliver Bardwell Podcast, I sit down with <strong>Brad Sherman</strong>, candidate for Governor of Iowa, for a wide-ranging conversation about faith, family, grassroots politics, medical freedom, property taxes, energy, and what it really takes to run statewide in Iowa.</p><p><strong>Brad shares his personal story,</strong> what shaped his convictions, how personal loss deepened his sense of calling, and what separates him from the other candidates in this race. We also discuss emergency powers, constitutional guardrails, grassroots activism, and the growing divide between establishment politics and the people on the ground.</p><p>This was a powerful and honest conversation about leadership, service, freedom, and the future of Iowa.</p><p><strong>Drill It Inc.</strong> – Directional Drilling & Underground Utilities<br />Electric • Water • Sewer • Fiber • Geothermal<br /><a href="https://drillitinc.com" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://drillitinc.com</a></p><p>If you appreciate these conversations and want to support independent media and grassroots efforts in Iowa, <strong>join my Patreon:</strong></p><p><a href="https://patreon.com/oliverbardwell" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://patreon.com/oliverbardwell</a></p><p><br /></p><p><strong>Learn More About Brad Sherman</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.shermanforiowa.com" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.shermanforiowa.com</a></p><p>0:00 Why Anyone Would Run for Office<br />0:06 Campaign Update and Signature Collection<br />3:14 Raising Patriotic Children in a Progressive Environment<br />6:01 Personal Journey and Leadership Development<br />9:02 Political Involvement and Running for Office<br />12:15 Impact of Personal Loss on Political Aspirations<br />15:03 Running for Governor: Motivations and Timing<br />18:15 The Role of Primaries in Political Growth<br />21:12 Foundations of Freedom and Medical Freedom Advocacy<br />24:18 Constitutional Guardrails and Individual Liberty<br />27:13 Executive Actions and Long-Term Vision<br />28:35 Sponsor – Drill It Inc.<br />30:39 Grassroots Experience and Political Distinction<br />32:37 Grassroots Activism and Party Dynamics<br />40:27 Establishment vs. Grassroots: A Candidate’s Perspective<br />45:23 The Personal Journey: Family and Commitment to Service<br />52:23 COVID-19 and Emergency Powers: A Legislative Perspective<br />57:02 Property Taxes and Transparency in Government Spending<br />1:02:04 International Relations: The Iran Situation and National Security</p><p>Brad Sherman, Iowa Governor Race, Iowa politics, Oliver Bardwell Podcast, grassroots politics, medical freedom, emergency powers, property taxes, Iowa Republican primary, constitutional rights, Iowa governor candidate interview</p><p></p>
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