It’s an important responsibility being first in the nominating process, and Iowans take it seriously. Candidates take us seriously too. From diners to coffee shops, living rooms to the state fair, they spend a year's worth of time listening, responding and working to convince caucus-goers that they are the one person best prepared to be President of the United States. After all that work, Iowans caucus — and a few candidates’ trips to the White House are one step closer. Join Iowa Public Radio hosts Clay Masters and Kate Payne to get a view into Iowa — into Caucus Land — as the road to the White House begins! Subscribe to Caucus Land today. And be sure to share the Caucus Land podcast with your friends!
21 Available Episodes (21 Total)Average duration: 00:24:24
Feb 06, 2020
Caucus Meltdown
00:21:36
The 2020 Iowa Democratic caucuses devolved into chaos when the system for reporting results failed. Technical issues, human error and reporting inaccuracies delayed the outcome for days, and the repercussions are still playing out. On the twentieth episode of Caucus Land, we take a look at the app that broke the caucuses and how Iowa Democrats are responding.
Jan 31, 2020
Caucus Curtain Call
00:19:39
What started as the largest and most diverse crop of Democratic presidential candidates in history has been cut down substantially ahead of the February 3rd Iowa caucuses. But it’s not just Iowa that’s winnowed the field. On the nineteenth episode of Caucus Land, we’ll talk about how we got here and what it could mean for the future of the Iowa caucuses.
Jan 23, 2020
What To Expect When You're Expecting To Caucus
00:30:33
Every four years, people have to basically relearn how the Iowa Democratic caucuses work. This year, a slate of new rules means caucus night could get even more confusing, and campaigns will have more ways than ever to spin the results out of Iowa. On the eighteenth episode of Caucus Land, we’ll break down what actually happens on February 3rd. Plus, conversations with two candidates: former Vice President Joe Biden and billionaire Tom Steyer.
Jan 09, 2020
That Other First In The Nation State
00:32:33
There are plenty of critics of the Iowa caucuses. This year, there's pressure from insiders and outsiders to change the process. On the seventeenth episode of Caucus Land, we'll talk about why some of those changes haven't happened with Lauren Chooljian, a host of the New Hampshire Public Radio podcast Stranglehold. Plus, conversations with two candidates: former South Bend, Indiana Mayor Pete Buttigieg and entrepreneur Andrew Yang.
Dec 20, 2019
A Historic Shift For LGBTQ Policy
00:27:53
When Barack Obama ran for president in 2008, he defined marriage as “between a man and a woman." A decade later, that position would be almost unimaginable in this cycle’s Democratic presidential race. On the sixteenth episode of Caucus Land, we’ll talk about how the candidates are approaching LGBTQ policy. Plus, we’ll wade into the debate over whether Iowa is diverse enough to be first in the nation.
Dec 06, 2019
Caucuses Test Candidates On K-12 Education
00:29:23
One of the surest ways to fire up Iowa Democrats at a campaign event? Bring up U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos. On the fifteenth episode of Caucus Land, we’ll hear how that outrage over K-12 policy is spilling over into presidential candidates’ plans. Plus, a conversation with Massachusetts Senator Elizabeth Warren.
Nov 22, 2019
How 2020 Could Change Immigration
00:28:00
President Trump built his 2016 campaign on stoking fears around immigration. Leading up to 2020, Democrats are running against his policies. On the fourteenth episode of Caucus Land, we’ll hear more about their immigration proposals. Plus, a look at a candidate who’s been campaigning in Iowa longer than anyone else this cycle.
Nov 14, 2019
The Climate Caucus
00:32:13
The scientific community says the world must zero out greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 to avoid the worst impacts of climate change. In response, Democratic presidential candidates are rolling out aggressive climate plans. On the thirteenth episode of Caucus Land, we'll talk about what it would take to meet those goals. And later, a conversation with Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders.
Oct 31, 2019
Gun Policy And The Caucuses
00:33:22
All the Democratic candidates have plans to tighten gun laws. Mass shootings have put the debate front and center. On the twelfth episode of Caucus Land, we’ll talk about the Democratic proposals with proponents, critics and experts. And later, a conversation with Minnesota Sen. Amy Klobuchar.
Oct 24, 2019
The High Cost Of The Caucuses
00:23:52
Running a presidential campaign isn’t cheap and one of the first places candidates spend their money is Iowa. On the eleventh episode of Caucus Land, we’ll talk about recent fundraising numbers and what they tell us about the state of the race. Plus, a conversation with New Jersey Sen. Cory Booker.
Feb 06 | 00:21:36
Caucus Meltdown
Jan 31 | 00:19:39
Caucus Curtain Call
Jan 23 | 00:30:33
What To Expect When You're Expecting To Caucus
Jan 09 | 00:32:33
That Other First In The Nation State
Dec 20 | 00:27:53
A Historic Shift For LGBTQ Policy
Dec 06 | 00:29:23
Caucuses Test Candidates On K-12 Education
Nov 22 | 00:28:00
How 2020 Could Change Immigration
Nov 14 | 00:32:13
The Climate Caucus
Oct 31 | 00:33:22
Gun Policy And The Caucuses
Oct 24 | 00:23:52
The High Cost Of The Caucuses
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