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A monthly podcast featuring the staff and friends of the West Des Moines, Iowa, Parks and Recreation Department... more
FAQs about West Side Stories:How many episodes does West Side Stories have?The podcast currently has 14 episodes available.
April 01, 2019Public Art in West Des MoinesIn the fourth episode of West Side Stories, Allison speaks with the chair of the West Des Moines Public Arts Advisory Commission and the Director of Parks and Recreation. They discuss how public art in West Des Moines came to be, where they see it heading, and what citizens can do to become involved....more34minPlay
March 01, 2019How Programs Are PlannedIn the third episode of West Side Stories, Allison speaks with two members of the recreation division of West Des Moines Parks and Recreation Department. She asks them how they came to be professionals in the field, what steps are involved in creating a new program, and how they stay on top of recreation trends. They also provide insight into program inclusivity and program staffing....more26minPlay
February 01, 2019How Parks Are PlannedIn the second episode of West Side Stories, Allison speaks with two members of the parks division of West Des Moines Parks and Recreation Department. She asks them how they came to be professionals in the field, what steps are involved in creating a new park, if there are any common myths about their job they want to debunk. They also provide insight into playground safety certification and what their favorite parks are....more31minPlay
January 03, 2019Parks and Rec in Real LifeIn the debut episode of West Side Stories, Allison speaks with the administrators of the West Des Moines Parks and Recreation Department. She asks them why they chose careers in the parks and recreation field, what a typical work day looks like, and if there are any common myths they want to debunk. There are also a few funny stories of experiences that they often say could have been scripted into the sitcom "Parks and Recreation"....more31minPlay
FAQs about West Side Stories:How many episodes does West Side Stories have?The podcast currently has 14 episodes available.