HeyJaredIowa State Fair Podcast
Welcome to “The Iowa State Fair Podcast.” It’s about time there was a podcast for Fair enthusiasts, curious minds, and anyone who just loves the Fair! Join us as we take you behind the scenes of one of America’s most iconic state Fairs.
- Indexed episodes, last 90 days
- 5
- Latest publication
- Aug 23, 2026
- Audience
- Checking…
- Earliest in this view
- Jul 16, 2026
Latest episodes
Live from the Fair: Part 3 (opens the original)
Read excerpt
The Iowa State Fair Podcast wraps up its special three-part live series from the Animal Learning Center with more of the people, traditions and stories that make the Fair one of Iowa’s most beloved events. Maxwell and Amy visit with legendary butter sculptor Sarah Pratt, who shares the story behind this year’s Jersey butter cow and special Pepsi Clock sculpture, the surprising age of the butter she works with, and even how those creations are dismantled after the Fair. Then, Lydia Miller takes u
Live from the Fair: Part 2 (opens the original)
Read excerpt
Maxwell and Amy set up inside the Animal Learning Center for another special edition of the Iowa State Fair Podcast, exploring three Fair favorites that entertain, educate and inspire visitors of all ages. Brooke Michael takes us behind the scenes at the Animal Learning Center, where more than 160 animals may be born during the Fair. From newborn calves and piglets to chicks and ducklings, visitors get an up-close look at agriculture — while FFA students gain hands-on experience that can help sh
Live from the Fair: Part 1 (opens the original)
Read excerpt
The Iowa State Fair Podcast is LIVE from the Fair! Max and Amy take the microphones to the Animal Learning Center for a special episode celebrating the people, food and unmistakable spirit that make the Iowa State Fair one of a kind. First, meet Mary Smith, a remarkable 100-year-old Iowa State Master Gardener, longtime Discovery Garden volunteer and blue-ribbon-winning fruit grower. Mary shares memories of her first Fair, her years as an elementary school teacher, tending her orchard and the gar
All about the 2026 Fair (opens the original)
Read excerpt
The countdown is on! With the Iowa State Fair just days away, hosts Maxwell and Amy sit down with Iowa State Fair CEO Jeremy Parsons for the ultimate preview of what promises to be one of the most memorable fairs in history. As America celebrates its 250th anniversary, this year's Fair blends beloved traditions with exciting new experiences that make 2026 unlike any other. Whether you're a lifelong fairgoer or planning your very first visit, Jeremy offers practical tips on parking, transportatio
The 2026 New Foods Event (opens the original)
Read excerpt
Bring your appetite! In this special Iowa State Fair Podcast, Maxwell and Amy take you inside one of the most anticipated events leading up to the Fair—the 2026 Top 11 New Foods Competition. From savory breakfast creations and gourmet comfort food to decadent desserts, you'll hear the stories behind the culinary creativity that keeps fairgoers coming back year after year. Drawing from a record field of more than 80 new food entries, this year's finalists celebrate innovation, Iowa agriculture, a
Publishing over time
Last 90 days. Choose a month to open its work.
Recurring subjects
Named in the text we hold. One piece can cover several.
Audience
No verified audience measurement yet.
About this data
Counts cover the work we have indexed. Tone needs enough text and a confident classification. Excerpts and episode notes are not full articles or transcripts.
Identity or attribution wrong? Suggest a correction.