In our first episode, we hear from David Baker, program director of KALA Radio at St. Ambrose University. He tells us about the woman named Sarah haunting the halls of Galvin Fine Arts Center. We also hear from a local ghost professional, Aaron Thompson, who gives us insight into why Sarah is still around today.

Campus Encounters | Episode 1: Sarah

In our second episode, we speak to St. Ambrose alum, Danielle (Baresel) Hollembaek, who shares her experience with a regular visitor while living in Davis Hall. We also hear from David Baker, program director of KALA Radio at St. Ambrose, again, as he introduces Danielle’s ominous time on campus.

Campus Encounters | Episode 2: Davis Hall

In episode three, we meet St. Ambrose alum Kasey Zielinski, whose experience with ghosts on campus went from bad to worse. In this two-part special we will hear firsthand how she meets Evelyn, along with other entities she encountered over the course of four years.

WARNING: This episode contains explicit language.

Campus Encounters | Episode 3:  Evelyn

From The Hive:  Episode 1 - February 10, 2023

Welcome to the 2015 documentary special "Men With Broken Wings:  The Ray Walton Story, Prisoner Of War," produced by the students, faculty and staff in the Department Of Communication at St. Ambrose University, Davenport, Iowa, USA.

KALA would like to thank The Walton Family for assistance in this production.

Here's a story the Quad Cities' ABC affiliate, WQAD, did about this radio special:

https://www.wqad.com/article/news/local/drone/8-in-the-air/radio-special-brings-world-war-ii-veterans-pow-diaries-to-life/526-ac8b66f5-7efb-43a3-8ea0-87e559df2e6b

2015 KALA Veterans Day Special Honoring Ray Walton:  "Men With Broken Wings"

Virtual Nursing: From Planning to Evaluation of Innovative Care Solutions

Description: In this episode, we explore an innovative approach to addressing nursing workforce shortages through virtual nursing programs. Explore how an inpatient virtual nursing program has made a significant impact, improving nurse retention, enhancing patient safety, and reducing length of stay in rural and critical access hospitals. Discuss model expansion that includes a virtual obstetrics nursing program aimed at improving maternal and neonatal outcomes in underserved areas and the impact these programs had on rural health. Join us as we discuss the technology, operational impact, and real-world results of these initiatives, including key metrics and anecdotal success stories.

Objectives

1.Discuss how virtual nursing programs are helping to alleviate nursing workforce shortages and improve patient care in rural hospitals.
2. Explain the integration of virtual obstetrics nursing and its potential to enhance maternal and neonatal outcomes in underserved areas.
3.Identify operational changes, technology, and impact of a virtual nursing program.
4. Describe how AI-driven monitoring and virtual nursing can improve patient safety by reducing falls and enhances nurse retention.
 
Guest/Bios

Karna Pfeffer, MSN, RN, RHNC

Karna Pfeffer serves as the Director of Clinical Excellence, Education and Quality at Avera St. Mary’s hospital in Pierre, SD. She has over 15 years of hospital nursing experience, specializing in process improvement and quality with a focus in rural healthcare. She received a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from South Dakota State University, and an MSN in Nursing Leadership from Western Governors University.

Kristine Becker, MA 

Kristine Becker serves as the director of Virtual Health at Avera Health in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. With nearly 20 years of experience in healthcare, Kristine is an experienced professional specializing in process improvement, healthcare technology and telehealth solutions. With a solid background in rural healthcare, she brings expertise in virtual and digital health initiatives and managing complex technology implementations and systems. Kristine holds a bachelor's and a graduate degree in anthropology from the University of Minnesota.

References

The Center for Health Workforce Studies (CHWS). Health Care Employment Projections: 2010-2020, March 2012. Retrieved from https://www.healthit.gov/sites/default/files/chws_bls_report_2012.pdf 2022 March of Dimes Maternity Care Report. Retrieved from https://www.marchofdimes.org/sites/default/files/2022- 10/2022_Maternity_Care_Report.pdf 

2023 South Dakota Department of Health Maternal Mortality in South Dakota. Retrieved from https://doh.sd.gov/media/2q4nzral/maternalmortality-1-pager_2023.pdf


Virtual Nursing: From Planning to Evaluation of Innovative Care Solutions

On this edition of "Summer Eats," AJ and Michael Tappa welcome KALA's David Baker to review Eddy's Snack Bar, 1132 W. Locust Street, Davenport, Iowa.

Summer Eats - Season 3:  Episode 1 (Eddy's Snack Bar, Davenport, Iowa)

KALA's David Baker interviews CeCe Madison to discuss the upcoming Youth-A-Fair School Supply Giveaway at Davenport's Fejervary Park Aug. 2, 2025.

School Supply Giveaway:  Saturday, August 2, 2025

Dr. Rosamund Bartlett, author and Royal Literary Fund Fellow at Brasenose College, in Oxford, England, joins the "ROI" team to discuss her book Tolstoy:  A Russian Life.

The host for the 620th edition in this series is Jay Swords, and the history buffs are Brett Monnard and Rick Sweet.

Opinions expressed in this program are those of the hosts and the guest(s), and not necessarily those of KALA-FM or St. Ambrose University. This program is recorded at KALA-FM, St. Ambrose University, Davenport, Iowa, USA!

Dr. Rosamund Bartlett - Tolstoy:  A Russian Life - ROI 620 - Full Program

From The Hive:  Episode 58 (September 10, 2025)

From The Hive:  Episode 60 (September 24, 2025)

From The Hive:  Episode 61 (October 01, 2025)

The Zodiac.....cat?

In this episode of crime chronicles, your host Liz has taken way too much caffeine, joined with her special guest.....a cat? Sit back and relax as she discusses the overall idea behind the Zodiac Killer. Will there be more episodes regarding them? Well, just wait and see (spoiler; yes).

Crime Chronicles Podcast:  Episode 3 - October 8, 2025

From The Hive:  Episode 62 (October 08, 2025)

KALA-FM's David Baker interviews Byron B.K. Davis, who has been performing and collaborating in Belize, about his current and upcoming projects.

All musical selections used with the permission of Byron B.K. Davis.

Steinway International Artist Byron BK Davis  Interview On KALA-FM:  October 11, 2025

Patrick Mahomes throws for 3 touchdowns and a rushing touchdown against the Lions. Huge scuffle after the game, Dan Campbell is upset. Bears get a huge revenge win over commanders. Jake Moody goes 4/5 on field goals and wins the game for the Chicago Bears. 

https://www.chicagobears.com

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tusKXv3o3hA

First Down Podcast:  Episode 4

From The Hive:  Episode 63 (October 15, 2025)

Welcome to Episode 4 of "The Tailgate Talk Podcast."  I'm your host Dominic Neely, and today we will be covering the Weeks 6 and 7 slate of College Football, touching on the importance of these upcoming conference games as well as rankings as we approach the second half of the season.

For more on CFB. Head to the ESPN link here: https://www.espn.com/college-football/


Tailgate Talk  Podcast:  Episode 4

From The Hive:  Episode 64 (October 22, 2025)

KALA's David Baker interviews comedian Donnell Rawlings about his upcoming performance at The Adler Theatre, Davenport, Iowa, on November 13, 2025.

David Baker Interviews Donnell Rawlings About His Upcoming Performance In Davenport Iowa:  11/13/25

Dr. Richard White, Margaret Byrne professor emeritus of American History at Stanford University, joins the "ROI" team to discuss:  "The Story Of The Gilded Age Wasn't Wealth, It Was Corruption."

The host for the 633rd edition in this series is Jay Swords, and the history buffs are John Kealey and Terri Toppler.

Opinions expressed in this program are those of the hosts and the guest(s), and not necessarily those of KALA-FM or St. Ambrose University. This program is recorded at KALA-FM, St. Ambrose University, Davenport, Iowa, USA!

Dr. Richard White - The Story Of The Gilded Age Wasn't Wealth, It Was Corruption - ROI 633 - Podcast

From The Hive:  Episode 65 (October 29, 2025)

From The Hive:  Episode 67 (November 12, 2025)

Dr. Andrew Pfrenger, instructional assistant professor and director of Multi-Disciplinary and Inter-Disciplinary Studies at The University Of Mississippi, and Dr. John P. Sexton, professor of English at Bridgewater State University, join the "ROI" panelists to discuss "Podcast Influence In Teaching."

The host for the 635th edition in this series is Jay Swords, and the history buffs are Terri Toppler and Brett Monnard.

Opinions expressed in this program are those of the hosts and the guest(s), and not necessarily those of KALA-FM or St. Ambrose University. This program is recorded at KALA-FM, St. Ambrose University, Davenport, Iowa, USA!

Dr. Andrew Pfrenger & Dr. John P. Sexton - Podcast Influence In Teaching - ROI 635 - Full Program

Dr. Andrew Pfrenger & Dr. John P. Sexton - Podcast Influence In Teaching - ROI 635 - Podcast

From The Hive:  Episode 68 (November 19, 2025)

From the Hive:  Episode 69 (December 3, 2025)

In this episode of "Crime Chronicles," Liz goes over the shocking discovery some hikers made and how the unidentifiable person they found had many sides to them.

Crime Chronicles Podcast:  Episode 8 - December 9, 2025

Michael Richie, retired Lt. Colonel - U.S. Army - and blogger, joins the "ROI" team to discuss "The Camino de Santiago Pilgrimage."

The host for the 639th edition in this series is Jay Swords, and the history buffs are Brett Monnard and Terri Toppler.

Opinions expressed in this program are those of the hosts and the guest(s), and not necessarily those of KALA-FM or St. Ambrose University. This program is recorded at KALA-FM, St. Ambrose University, Davenport, Iowa, USA!

Michael Richie - The Camino de Santiago Pilgrimage - ROI 639 - Full Program

Michael Richie - The Camino de Santiago Pilgrimage - ROI 639 - Podcast

Dr. Richard Kopley, distinguished professor of English, emeritus, at Penn State University, joins the "ROI" panelists to discuss "Edgar Allen Poe:  A Life."

The host for the 640th edition in this series is Jay Swords, and the history buffs are Brett Monnard and Terri Toppler.

Special music used in this episode is "BMV578 Fuga In G (Fugue In G Minor)," James Kibbe/Bach Organ Works.

Opinions expressed in this program are those of the hosts and the guest(s), and not necessarily those of KALA-FM or St. Ambrose University. This program is recorded at KALA-FM, St. Ambrose University, Davenport, Iowa, USA!

Dr. Richard Kopley - Edgar Allen Poe:  A Life - ROI 640 - Full Program

Dr. Richard Kopley - Edgar Allen Poe:  A Life - ROI 640 - Podcast

"Conversations in Faith: Exploring The Questions You’re Afraid To Ask" is a podcast produced by Our Lady of The Prairie Retreat, and sponsored by St. Ambrose University's KALA Radio, The Catholic Messenger and The Congregation of the Humility of Mary.

Podcasts are released the first Friday of every month and feature two representatives of different faiths, who will explore questions submitted by you – questions you have been pondering but are uncomfortable asking. To submit questions, email them to: conversationquestions@chmiowa.org

Questions may be submitted for a particular faith or can be general questions to be answered by any faith.

This Interfaith podcast will offer perspectives from the intersection of faith and spirituality. It will feature regular people answering questions FROM their faith perspectives, not FOR their faiths.

Podcasts will be uploaded to popular podcast platforms such as Spotify, Soundcloud, Apple, Amazon, etc. Go to those sites and "favorite," or "like" the podcast, Conversations in Faith: Exploring The Questions You’re Afraid To Ask, and you will be directed to this podcast favorite each time you log in.

In this podcast episode, Barb Arland-Fye, host and moderator, welcomes Pastor Rogers Kirk and Associate Pastor Josh Cribbs from Third Missionary Baptist Church, Davenport, Iowa.

Conversations In Faith - Episode 5 - Baptist Church

Dr. Lucy Barnhouse, assistant professor of History and director of Medieval And Renaissance Minor at Arkansas State University, joins the "ROI" team to discuss "The Footnoting History" podcast.

The host for the 641st edition in this series is Jay Swords, and the history buff is Rick Sweet.

Opinions expressed in this program are those of the hosts and the guest(s), and not necessarily those of KALA-FM or St. Ambrose University. This program is recorded at KALA-FM, St. Ambrose University, Davenport, Iowa, USA!

Dr. Lucy Barnhouse - The Footnoting History Podcast - ROI 641 - Full Program

Dr. Lucy Barnhouse - The Footnoting History Podcast - ROI 641 - Podcast

Dr. James "Jim" Leary, Emeritus Professor of Folklore and Scandinavian Studies at The University of Wisconsin-Madison and co-founder of The Center For The Study Of Upper Midwestern Cultures, joins the "Relevant Or Irrelevant" panelists to discuss "Polkabilly."

The host for the 642nd edition in this series is Jay Swords, and the history buff is Rick Sweet.

Opinions expressed in this program are those of the hosts and the guest(s), and not necessarily those of KALA-FM or St. Ambrose University. This program is recorded at KALA-FM, St. Ambrose University, Davenport, Iowa, USA!

Dr. James Leary - Polkabilly - ROI 642 - Full Program

Dr. James Leary - Polkabilly - ROI 642 - Podcast

Marty Ryan:  Iowans Against The Death Penalty.

Marty Ryan:  Iowans Against The Death Penalty - ROI Show 261 - Web Segment

Marty Ryan:  Iowans Against The Death Penalty - ROI Show 261 - Full Program

The Institute for Person-Centered Care at St. Ambrose University is challenging the status quo of healthcare. In this monthly podcast, we explore what person-centered care is,  how it can be implemented and what it means for patients. Whether you’re a healthcare provider or a patient, there is something in these discussions for you!

This podcast is a collaboration with KALA-FM.

Learn more about the institute: https://www.sau.edu/institute-for-person-centered-care

Connect with us!
Email: ipcc@sau.edu
Facebook: facebook.com/SAUIPCC/
Twitter: @sau_ipcc

St. Ambrose University is located in Davenport, Iowa, USA.

Institute for Person-Centered Care Podcast - Introduction Episode

In this inaugural episode, the leadership of St. Ambrose University's Institute for Person-Centered Care discusses the need for person-centered practices and the goals of the institute. 

Podcast Host: Nicole Carkner, Executive Director of the Quad City Health Initiative. 

Guests:
Tom Higgins, Founder of the institute
Sandy Cassady, Dean of the College of Health and Human Services at St. Ambrose University

Learn more about this month's guests: https://www.sau.edu/institute-for-person-centered-care/ipcc-leadership

May Conference: PLEASE NOTE, OUR MAY CONFERENCE HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC

Connect with us!
Email: ipcc@sau.edu
Facebook: facebook.com/SAUIPCC/
Twitter: @sau_ipcc

St. Ambrose University is located in Davenport, Iowa, USA.

The Need for Person-Centered Care

In this episode of the IPCC Podcast, guest host Kurt Sturmer guides a  discussion about spirituality in medical care. The group talks about the importance of health care professionals discussing spiritual needs with patients and how patients and their caregivers can advocate for their spiritual needs.

Host: Kurt Sturmer, Assistant Professor of Nursing at St. Ambrose University. Learn more about him: https://www.sau.edu/kurt-sturmer

Guests: Lisa Killinger, D.C. - About: https://www.palmer.edu/directory/faculty/davenport-ia/

Becky David, Certified Spiritual Director - About: http://www.blackpearlcoaching.com/meet-the-team-1

Timothy Millea, M.D. - About: https://www.qcora.com/physician/timothy-millea/

May Conference: PLEASE NOTE, OUR MAY CONFERENCE HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC

Connect with us!
Email: ipcc@sau.edu
Facebook: facebook.com/SAUIPCC/
Twitter: @sau_ipcc

St. Ambrose University is located in Davenport, Iowa, USA.

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