The Doctor is in....the kitchen!  Rachel Lucs of Ankeny, Iowa has been a physical therapist for 5 years, but not only is she a doctor of physical therapy helping those in need, but she is also doctoring up amazing cookies and cakes for you to come to her home, pick up and enjoy!

Dessert Doc has been open for just over a year now and business is starting to boom.  With the holidays around the corner, you don't want to miss out on this episode.  Join us as Rachel and I discuss her inspiration, her service and even hear my on air review of the box of cookies that she brought to the studio.

Hear the full show: https://iowapodcast.com/rachel-lucs-dessert-doc 

Anthony Hilleshiem is getting ready to launch a new and innovative business in the Carroll, Iowa area.  In early December, he will open the Big Bark Mobile Dog Gym for all of the customers who want their pooch to get what they need; exercise!

The 6 by 12 trailer will be coming to areas around Carroll and possibly much further for clients who may be interested.  Your dog can workout on the slat mill at their own pace to get their workout.  You can even watch your pet on a livestream while they are with Anthony. Join us as we tap Anthony's expertise and his love for dogs and learn all about this unique mobile dog gym!

Hear the full show: https://iowapodcast.com/anthony-hilleshiem-big-bark-mobile-dog-gym 

Planning an event? Wedding, fall festival, tree lighting? You'll likely have drinks for the folks that attend.  Anyone can have people go up to a bar and order one, but not everyone can have that "wow" factor of having a donkey walk around and bring your favorite beverage to you. That's where the Dinky Drinky Donkeys from Story City come in as your essential "beverage burros"!

Join me as I talk to Chris and Adrianne Vry about their venture to help make your event "kick ass" with their donkey duo that is sure to put a smile on your friends' faces at your next event.

Hear the full show: https://iowapodcast.com/dinky-drinky-donkeys  

Do you believe in ghosts? Many people don't want to admit to this for fear of sounding "crazy." John, Dan and Sam with Spirits Unleashed out of Ft. Dodge, Iowa are ready to believe you, and help you get to the bottom of your fears. When someone says they do not believe in ghosts, John Lyons says, "Don't believe what you see on TV. If you go to a haunted place you will have a different experience." And that is just what they do; visit the sites to confirm or debunk stories of the unknown.

All of their lives they have been researching the paranormal and know that ghosts and the supernatural are real occurrences. The Spirits Unleashed crew has all sorts of equipment to help channel the voices and the presence of the supernatural. Join us as we talk about their personal ghost encounters and the free service they offer to give people a piece of mind.

Hear the full show: https://iowapodcast.com/spirits-unleashed 

When Rod Murphy started reading the labels of various meat rubs and seasonings, he quickly realized the one ingredient that almost all of them had: sugar!  Being diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes he started to research all types of ways to make a rub that would fit the Keto and low carb lifestyle and so he and his wife Amy came up with Mad Murphy's Meat Rub.

This family business out of Saylor Township is only five weeks old, but they have been mixing up rubs for family and friends for 9 years with and without sugar.  "I want something everyone can enjoy," says Rod. From the signature "Sweet and Spicy" to the "Cock-a-doodle-woo" Mad Murphy's wants to rub your meat!

Hear the full show: https://iowapodcast.com/mad-murphys-meat-rub

Moriah Ha decided that she could use her background in design to branch off and do something new.  She would design....cookies!  It makes sense when you think about it.  All of those creative skills are now going into her 6 month old business of Sweet Treats by Moriah located in Iowa City, Iowa.

If you are looking for homemade treats from cookies and cupcakes, to cakes and scones, her Facebook page lets you order and pick up outside of her home.  Her passion for baking and for making people happy shines through on this episode.  Join us to hear her journey and what treat you can pick up today!

Hear the full show: https://iowapodcast.com/moriah-ha-sweet-treats 

The Weary Ramblers are Kathryn Fox and Chad Elliott, but their story and music are much more.  Combining the elements of classical and folk, interwoven with stories from their lives,  one can see why this Iowa duo is being considered for seven Grammy nominations.

Their first self-titled album, "Weary Ramblers" was recorded at Des Moines' own Golden Bear Records and features Chad on the guitar, Kathryn on strings (violin, and mandolin) along with local performers to complete the lyrics and vocals.  Join us as we talk all things folk music and listen to in-studio performances by the Weary Ramblers.

Hear the full show: https://iowapodcast.com/weary-ramblers 

Monica Eischeid decided to make her own salon with a light, open feel with a heavenly vibe.  It was this concept that led to one of the newest hair salons in Central Iowa, Ethereal Beauty Lounge on Ingersoll Avenue. Here you can get a new style or skin treatment in a relaxed unassuming environment from one of the 4 stylists that rent a space in this 6 week old enterprise

With the desire to spend more time with her two young children and work in a space that she created, Monica took the leap in starting a brick and mortar spot that would allow her the flexibility to create not only a new space, but new looks for people of all ages. Check out this episode as Monica lets us know why Ethereal Beauty Lounge is different from its competition!

Hear the full show: https://iowapodcast.com/monica-eischeid-ethereal-beauty-lounge

Bryce Walter and his friend Josh were sitting around the campfire and it came to them. Take Bryce's business mind and Josh's amazing skills with barbecue and start something new for Iowans to enjoy. With Bryce being a ranch guy and Josh being a farm boy, there was only one logical name for this new enterprise: Farm Boys Barbecue!

Join Bryce and me as we talk about the food trailer that can bring you simple, Texas style barbecue right here in Iowa. With his story of success and the menu of Farm Boys, you'll be craving BBQ by the end of the thirty minutes.

Hear the full show: https://iowapodcast.com/bryce-walter-farm-boys-bbq 

Soda, pop, Coke, call it what you will, Twist Soda Shop has what you need  with a cool idea of how to get it. Tiffany and Justin Simmons decided to leave their previous corporate careers and spend time doing something they enjoyed. After seeing similar walk up "build your own" fountain drink spots in Utah, they decided to start one in Central Iowa.

Justin built his own mobile fountain pop cart and then he and Tiffany built a cozy shop in the old downtown of Bondurant.  Most times of day there is a line, but it goes quickly because they believe in giving great customer service. Join us and hear how they made such a quirky idea into a must visit place for soda drinkers.

Hear the full show: https://iowapodcast.com/twist-soda