In this episode of Pints & Diplomacy, we sit down with Iowa State Senator Mike Zimmer as he officially announces his campaign for reelection. Over a beer, we dive into his legislative goals, lessons from his time in office, and what’s next for Iowa politics.

🍺 Plus, in our Buzzed Briefings, we share a few headlines that caught our eye — some serious, some just plain strange.

🕵️‍♂️ Then we take a sobering turn and unpack the timeline of Donald Trump’s relationship with Jeffrey Epstein, tracing public statements and key moments that raise important questions.

From local races to global scandals, we’re bringing the conversation back to the table — one pint at a time.