Doug spoke with NAMI Linn County’s Kurt Rogahn, who recently lost his son to suicide. There are programs available for the entire family at NAMI.org

The federal government is perilously close to shutting down. Doug spoke with NBC News Radio National Correspondent, Scott Kimbler, about the latest short term fix in front of Congress.

In the wake of Donald Trump’s victory, the Biden administration has been frantically spending billions of dollars in green energy loan programs, closing on 16 green loans worth $24.9B and is racing to approve another 20 loans worth $51.1B. Doug spoke with Sterling Burnett, Ph.D., director of the Robinson Center on Climate and Environmental Policy at The Heartland Institute.

The assassin of the health insurance company CEO, who was an Iowa native, waived extradition proceedings and is now in custody in New York state. Doug spoke with Paul Kamenar, Lead Counsel for the National Legal and Policy Center, about the changes in the case because of a federal charge of terrorism that is to be unveiled soon.

With online shopping now a part of everyday life, how has the ease of using your computer or phone changed your shopping habits? Doug spoke with Trevor Wagener, Chief Economist and Director of the Research Center, Computer & Communications Industry Association for details.

The last news on scams from the Better Business Bureau here in Iowa. Doug spoke with Bobby Hansen, about the scams and Iowa Hoops. www.BBB.org/iowa

In a time of division, children and teens may be the best way to unite Americans. A writing and art contest, “America’s Field Trip,” from America250 invites students in grades 3-12 to share their perspectives on what America means to them. Doug spoke with America250’s Chair, Rosie Rios, about the nationwide celebration and commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. www.America250.org/fieldtrip

Chef Jamie Gwen joined Doug with some really, really good ideas for Christmas and New Years’ celebrations! www.DailyLounge.com

With Christmas only days away the list of the most dangerous toys has been released. NBC News Radio National Correspondent, Jack Crumley, joined Doug to run down the list, and why there is concern about their safety.