What's Trending (Ep. 42): Microsoft vs Google

Today on the pod Jessica, Raegan, and Dom discuss using Microsoft vs. Google on campus and battle of the brands.


What's Trending (Ep. 42): Microsoft vs Google

In this edition of “Schiestel Speaks Sports” from Feb. 13, 2025, host Ryan Schiestel talks all things St. Ambrose University Sports. To start the episode, Ryan breaks down the beginning of the regular seasons for SAU baseball and softball. Then, it’s a recap of the track and field performances from the conference championships. The first half concludes with an update on the SAU wrestling season. 

After a station break, Ryan talks about two more victories in cheer and dance. Then, he discusses the steady play of men’s volleyball. Finally, host Ryan Schiestel discusses basketball at St. Ambrose, as the Fighting Bees push towards the postseason. 

All episodes of “Schiestel Speaks Sports” air live on KALA HD-2, 106.1 FM in the metro Quad Cities, starting at 6:30 P.M. Central Thursday nights. All opinions shared in this show are those of the host, and not necessarily those of KALA Radio or St. Ambrose University.


Schiestel Speaks Sports:  February 13, 2025

In this edition of “Schiestel Speaks Sports” from Feb. 20, 2025, host Ryan Schiestel talks all things St. Ambrose University Sports. To begin the episode, Ryan talks about the cancellation of SAU baseball’s weekend series. Then, he covers the continued success of softball’s early season. After reviewing the track and field team preparing for nationals, Ryan concludes the first half with an update on three victories for the cheer team. 

After a station break, it’s a season preview of the men’s lacrosse team, and an update on the men’s volleyball season. To conclude the episode, Ryan discusses the elimination of women’s basketball from postseason contention, and the last chance efforts for the men’s team.

All episodes of “Schiestel Speaks Sports” air live on KALA HD-2, 106.1 FM in the metro Quad Cities, starting at 6:30 P.M. Central Thursday nights. All opinions shared in this show are those of the host, and not necessarily those of KALA Radio or St. Ambrose University.


Schiestel Speaks Sports:  February 20, 2025

In this edition of “Schiestel Speaks Sports” from Feb. 27, 2025, host Ryan Schiestel talks all things St. Ambrose University Sports. To begin the episode, Ryan talks about the SAU baseball team’s struggles in Indiana. Then, he covers the red hot softball team. Afterwards, he covers the upcoming track and field national meet, and two wrestlers competing in the national tournament. Ryan concludes the first half by previewing the upcoming cheer and dance competitions. 

After a station break, it’s the slow start for men’s lacrosse, and a preview of the women’s season. Ryan also provides an update on the strong start to the men’s volleyball season. To conclude the episode, Ryan discusses the success of SAU’s basketball programs on senior day, and the elimination of the men’s team in round one of the playoffs.

All episodes of “Schiestel Speaks Sports” air live on KALA HD-2, 106.1 FM in the metro Quad Cities, starting at 6:30 P.M. Central Thursday nights. All opinions shared in this show are those of the host, and not necessarily those of KALA Radio or Saint Ambrose University.


Schiestel Speaks Sports:  February 27, 2025

Lifespan Relativity

Have you ever wondered what it would feel like to be a fly and only live for 24 hours?  This week on "Midweek Musings," learn about whether time feels the same to different species, a topic we're calling "Lifespan Relativity." 

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Art, Literature, and Mental Illness

There is an undeniable connection between artists, writers, and mental illness.  From Vincent Van Gogh to Michelangelo, to Sylvia Plath, many famous, successful people in creative professions have struggled with mental illnesses.  The question that remains is whether or not these people are creative because of their mental illness, or in spite of it.

Midweek Musings:  Art, Literature, and Mental Illness (Episode 60)

Tiana Washington welcomes Whitney Joyner to KALA to discuss the Saturday, May 3, 2025 concert, featuring international star Boosie Badazz, at The Vibrant Arena, Moline, Illinois.

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In this edition of “Schiestel Speaks Sports” from April 24, 2025, host Ryan Schiestel talks all things St. Ambrose University Sports. To begin the episode, Ryan discusses the baseball and softball teams, as both programs look to end their regular season. Then, Ryan recaps the bowling team at nationals. To end the first half, Ryan assesses the women’s golf conference championship, and the men’s golf regular season finale. After a short station break, Ryan talks about SAU tennis ending their seasons. Then, it’s the track and field teams in their outdoor season. The episode concludes with Ryan referencing the men’s lacrosse team ahead of the conference championship. 

All episodes of “Schiestel Speaks Sports” air live on KALA HD-2, 106.1 FM in the metro Quad Cities, starting at 6:30 P.M. Central Thursday nights. All opinions shared in this show are those of the host, and not necessarily those of KALA Radio or St. Ambrose University.


Schiestel Speaks Sports:  April 24, 2205

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.

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