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#142
August 31 · 15 min
142: What the Body Knows
Anna Ross didn't set out to become one of the more specialized practitioners in her field. Starting with massage therapy, she followed the evidence, and her clients, deeper into the body's lymphatic system. Now, through Yoganna, she works with people navigating chronic pain, complex health histories, and conditions that have often gone unanswered elsewhere. North Liberty is the headquarters of local media, regional financial and national transportation companies and home to solar energy and tech startups, and entrepreneurs getting their big ideas off the ground. Get to know your new business community.
#140
August 3 · 12 min
141: Like Father, Like Son
From the archive: When it comes time to pass the torch the hope is that the person receiving it will be as dedicated as the one passing it along. At All Seasons Automotive, owner Jim Neff has found this opportunity with his son and longtime employee, Justin Neff. Mechanics born out of a passion for the trade, when it comes to cars, motorcycles and racing, their interests and pursuits are often aligned. North Liberty is the headquarters of local media, regional financial and national transportation companies and home to solar energy and tech startups, and entrepreneurs getting their big ideas off the ground. Get to know your new business community.
#140
July 13 · 15 min
140: The Dutch Touch
Born in Rotterdam and trained as a master goldsmith in the Netherlands, Harold Van Beek's path to North Liberty began with a friendship his family forged with Iowans after World War II. Today, through Jewelry by Harold, he brings that same spirit of connection to everything he makes. North Liberty is the headquarters of local media, regional financial and national transportation companies and home to solar energy and tech startups, and entrepreneurs getting their big ideas off the ground. Get to know your new business community.
#139
June 22 · 13 min
139: Let's Keep Dancing!
Here's one from the archive, and after opening for Ballet Des Moines on North Liberty's new Hy-Vee Amphitheater. Not everyone braves following their passion that it can be their primary focus in life. But Debut Dance owner and director, Megan Snyder, has done just this by being fearless in her pursuits, maintaining dance as the core of her experience. North Liberty is the headquarters of local media, regional financial and national transportation companies and home to solar energy and tech startups, and entrepreneurs getting their big ideas off the ground. Get to know your new business community.
#138
June 1 · 11 min
138: The Confidence Cut
Barbering, at its highest level, is less about hair and more about confidence. Boda Bain IV built FadezByBoda on exactly that idea. Working out of North Liberty, across the Corridor and sometimes beyond, he's built a following that includes Hawkeyes athletes, professionals and anyone who understands the difference between a haircut and an experience. North Liberty is the headquarters of local media, regional financial and national transportation companies and home to solar energy and tech startups, and entrepreneurs getting their big ideas off the ground. Get to know your new business community.
#137
May 11 · 16 min
137: Par for the Course
Golf has always had a season, and for most Iowans, that season ends sometime around October. Dillon Baker wants to change that. A PGA teaching professional and one of the top Operation 36 coaches in the country, Dillon recently opened Elev8 Golf Club right here in North Liberty, a year-round indoor training facility built for golfers of every age and ability. North Liberty is the headquarters of local media, regional financial and national transportation companies and home to solar energy and tech startups, and entrepreneurs getting their big ideas off the ground. Get to know your new business community.
#136
April 17 · 15 min
136: Crate Expectations
Some people collect music. Others build a relationship with it through curious seeking, deep exploration, and being shaped by the ritual intrinsic to that communing process. For Isaac Smith, that journey started young and eventually became Zig Zog's, a space where physical media, personal taste, and a sense of discovery all come together. North Liberty is the headquarters of local media, regional financial and national transportation companies and home to solar energy and tech startups, and entrepreneurs getting their big ideas off the ground. Get to know your new business community.
#135
March 27 · 13 min
135: Strong for the Long Haul
After years as a mechanical engineer, Becca Fetter wanted to spend less time at a computer and more time making a difference in people's lives. That decision led her to a doctorate in physical therapy, and eventually to opening Enduring Strength, a fitness and physical therapy practice built specifically for people 55 and over. Her mission is simple: keep you doing everything you love to do, for as long as possible. North Liberty is the headquarters of local media, regional financial and national transportation companies and home to solar energy and tech startups, and entrepreneurs getting their big ideas off the ground. Get to know your new business community.
#134
March 6 · 15 min
134: Sweat Equity
Starting a journey in health as a cardiology assistant at the University of Iowa, Megan Turner began seeing patterns in people's personal habits with plenty of room for improvement. Through working on developing her own healthy lifestyle, Megan began teaching fitness classes at the Community Center and now does personal training to help share those positive discoveries with others. North Liberty is the headquarters of local media, regional financial and national transportation companies and home to solar energy and tech startups, and entrepreneurs getting their big ideas off the ground. Get to know your new business community.
#133
February 13 · 14 min
133: Confidence Looks Good on You
Style can be about clothes, but at Radiant Boutique by Rhi, it's really about confidence. Owner Rhiannon Ray focuses on personal connections, thoughtful styling, and a belief that shopping should feel celebratory to create a space where women don't just update their wardrobes, they show up more fully as themselves. North Liberty is the headquarters of local media, regional financial and national transportation companies and home to solar energy and tech startups, and entrepreneurs getting their big ideas off the ground. Get to know your new business community.
#132
January 23 · 17 min
132: Built, Not Given
Basketball can be a way out, a way through, or a way forward. For Darryl Moore, owner and head coach at Court 45, it's been all three. From a walk-on at the University of Iowa to a pro career overseas, and now a mentor shaping the next generation, Darryl has lived the long game, on and off the court. North Liberty is the headquarters of local media, regional financial and national transportation companies and home to solar energy and tech startups, and entrepreneurs getting their big ideas off the ground. Get to know your new business community.
#131
January 2 · 10 min
131: Where the Fun Doesn't Gutter
What starts as a simple game has a way of turning into something bigger; a place to gather, compete, celebrate, and laugh a little louder than usual. BowlDogs brings that energy to North Liberty with lanes, lights, and a lot of unexpected extras. Envisioned by owner Max Albrecht, it's part competition, part hangout and part community experiment. North Liberty is the headquarters of local media, regional financial and national transportation companies and home to solar energy and tech startups, and entrepreneurs getting their big ideas off the ground. Get to know your new business community.
#130
Dec 12, 2025 · 16 min
130: A Good Time on Tap
A neighborhood bar can be many things — a place to unwind, a place to celebrate, and sometimes where half the week's best stories begin. For nearly two decades, Amanda Lynn-Hruby, her husband John and their team, have kept that spirit alive at J&A Tap with home-cooked food, lively theme nights, and the kind of welcoming chaos only a true local hangout can offer. North Liberty is the headquarters of local media, regional financial and national transportation companies and home to solar energy and tech startups, and entrepreneurs getting their big ideas off the ground. Get to know your new business community.
#129
Nov 21, 2025 · 14 min
129: Birds of a Feather, North Liberty Together
Sometimes, all it takes to connect with nature is a quiet moment and a handful of seed. Wild Birds Unlimited in North Liberty is helping folks rediscover the wonder right outside their windows. Manager Isaac Caron and his team are bringing people and wilderness together—one feeder, one bird song, and one curious visitor at a time. North Liberty is the headquarters of local media, regional financial and national transportation companies and home to solar energy and tech startups, and entrepreneurs getting their big ideas off the ground. Get to know your new business community.
#128
Oct 31, 2025 · 14 min
128: Loteria, Better than Bingo
A warm meal, a welcoming space, and a full calendar of community events—this local spot offers more than meets the eye. In the heart of it all is Sarahi Rayo, owner of Rayo Mexican Bar and Grill. From early breakfasts to lively nights, her and her team/family are creating something that feels like home. North Liberty is the headquarters of local media, regional financial and national transportation companies and home to solar energy and tech startups, and entrepreneurs getting their big ideas off the ground. Get to know your new business community.
#127
Oct 10, 2025 · 16 min
127: Say it Forward
Some kids just need a little extra support to unlock big potential. At Enrichment Therapy & Learning Center, families are finding a team ready to help their children thrive. Founder, director and speech-language pathologist Sonia Strueby, has helped create a space where small steps in speech and learning add up to big leaps in confidence. North Liberty is the headquarters of local media, regional financial and national transportation companies and home to solar energy and tech startups, and entrepreneurs getting their big ideas off the ground. Get to know your new business community.
#126
Sep 19, 2025 · 31 min
126: Morning Radio with a Local Frequency
Every weekday morning, Clare Duffy and Eric Hanson step into the studio and start a conversation that feels like it could happen at any kitchen table in the area. Their show, The Morning Scramble on Z102.9, is built on instinct, timing, and a real connection to the people listening. North Liberty is the headquarters of local media, regional financial and national transportation companies and home to solar energy and tech startups, and entrepreneurs getting their big ideas off the ground. Get to know your new business community.
#125
Aug 29, 2025 · 15 min
125: Third Generation, First-Hand Care
In a shop filled with colorful, vibrant life and memories, Jordyn Christopherson brings generations of care to every stem and bloom. At the North Liberty Flower Shop, she carries forward the Sueppel legacy. From local regulars to our own mayor, she knows the names—and the needs—of the people who walk through her doors. North Liberty is the headquarters of local media, regional financial and national transportation companies and home to solar energy and tech startups, and entrepreneurs getting their big ideas off the ground. Get to know your new business community.
#124
Aug 8, 2025 · 14 min
124: A Brick, a Beam, a Ballard
Inside one of North Liberty's oldest buildings, architect Andrew Ballard is designing what's next. With Studio Combine, he turns complex projects into purposeful, enduring spaces. His approach favors curiosity, clarity, and collaboration, with a style shaped as much by experience as it is by intent. North Liberty is the headquarters of local media, regional financial and national transportation companies and home to solar energy and tech startups, and entrepreneurs getting their big ideas off the ground. Get to know your new business community.
#123
Jul 18, 2025 · 14 min
123: The Answer My Friend is Wattage from the Wind
More than half of Iowa's energy comes from the wind, which is significant and worthy of rerunning this episode about wind energy. Iowa is second in the U.S. for the production of wind energy and stands mightily with the top producers worldwide. For Jesse Bermel, Director of Midwest Developments at Triple Oak Power, this is a point of pride. Having discovered his own passion for conservation through his grandparent's garden, Jesse works with communities toward responsible development for a more sustainable future. North Liberty is the headquarters of local media, regional financial and national transportation companies and home to solar energy and tech startups, and entrepreneurs getting their big ideas off the ground. Get to know your new business community.

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