From The Hive: Episode 29 (May 14, 2024)

KALA's David Baker catches up with Josh Duffee to discuss the upcoming Bellson Music Fest, June 8, in Rock Falls, Illinois.  This festival pays tribute to drummer Louis Bellson, who would have celebrated his 100th birthday this summer.

Photo:  Louie Bellson (Poland, 1980), An American Jazz Drummer (Photographed by Wojciech Soporek).

Bellson Fest 2024 Interview

KALA's David Baker has a discussion with members of REM Iowa in the Quad Cities.  Services are available for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and other complex challenges.  Employment opportunities for listeners seeking a career with REM Iowa are also discussed.

For more information visit:  https://www.remiowa.com/

Learn More About REM Iowa And REM Iowa Employment Opportunities

KALA's David Baker caught up with Blake Banks who is performing concerts from coast to coast with his unique style of rap/hip-hop and country music.

Introduction and closing music includes a segment of Blake Banks' single "Tequila Sunrise."

For more information visit:

https://blakebanks.com/

Blake Banks Interview On KALA - June 11, 2024

Rocktown Entertainment is presenting Mario Canon live in concert at The Village Theater, 2113 East 11th Street, Davenport, Iowa, on Friday, June 14 with DJ Candyman and special guest Styles Dim.

KALA's David Baker got a chance to talk with Mario, who is currently a featured performer on the Play To Win Tour.

Tickets now at Eventbrite.

Photo courtesy:  The Hype Magazine 

https://www.thehypemagazine.com/2023/03/rapper-mario-canon-rising-to-the-top-independently/

Mario Canon Interview - 88.5 FM - KALA Radio - June 12, 2024

AJ and Michael Tappa are back for the summer of 2024 with the award-winning "Summer Eats." On this episode, Olympic Gyros at 207 W. 53rd St., Davenport, Iowa, is featured in this lunchtime review. Special guests for this episode include David Baker, general manager of KALA, and Tappa friend Colin Saunders.

Music for this season's podcast is used with permission ("Summer Eats," lyrics and concept by David Baker, music created through AI within terms of service from udio.com).

The opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and not necessarily those of KALA-FM or St. Ambrose University!

Summer Eats - Season 2:  Episode 2 (Olympic Gyros)

KALA's David Baker has a nice chat with Motown Records Artist HD4 President before his performance tonight (June 14, 2024) in the Quad Cities at The Village Theater.  

Thanks to Rocktown Entertainment Group for helping arrange this interview.  (Photo courtesy of Motown Records)

HD4 President Interview On KALA - June 14, 2024

Author Austin Frerick joins the "ROI" team to discuss Barons:  Money, Power, And The Corruption Of America's Food Industry.  

The host for the 571st edition in this series is John Kealey, and the history buffs are Rick Sweet 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!

Austin Frerick - Money, Power And The Corruption Of America's Food Industry - ROI 571 - Full Program

Welcome to "Quad Cities Boots On The Ground Speaks" with hosts Elder Daniel Teague and Ashley Harris. This series focuses on community issues and solutions to problems facing the Quad Cities region.  This series is recorded at KALA-FM, Davenport, Iowa, USA! The opinions expressed on this program are those of the hosts and the guests and not necessarily those of KALA-FM or St. Ambrose University.  Introduction and closing music for this episode is from Harold Melvin And The Blue Notes' "Wake Up Everybody (Part 1)," written by John Whitehead, Gene McFadden and Victor Carstarphen. This song was originally released on Philadelphia International Records.

BOOTS ON THE GROUND SPEAKS - EPISODE 26 - SEPTEMBER 1, 2024

In this edition of “Schiestel Speaks Sports” from August 29, 2024, host Ryan Schiestel talks all things St. Ambrose University Sports. 

To start the episode, Ryan talks about the men’s soccer team, who is ready to start their season. Following men’s soccer, Ryan breaks down the beginning of women’s soccer. As the team starts relatively slow, Ryan carries much hope for the season.  To conclude the first half, Ryan discusses the SAU cross country teams, as they get set to travel for the first race of the season. 
Following a station break, Ryan turns the spotlight to the women’s volleyball team. As the team has played good volleyball, Ryan talks about preparing for a big week ahead. The episode concludes with Ryan breaking down the beginning of St. Ambrose’s football season. Ryan continues to remain hopeful for SAU sports.

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 Thursdays. 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:  August 29, 2024

In this edition of “Schiestel Speaks Sports” from Sept. 5, 2024, host Ryan Schiestel talks all things St. Ambrose University Sports. 

To start the episode, Ryan talks about the men’s soccer team, whose season is off to a slow start.  Following men’s soccer, Ryan breaks down the women’s soccer team, who is looking to get back in the win column.  To conclude the first half of the episode, Ryan discusses the first tournaments for SAU’s men’s and women’s golf teams.  Following a station break, Ryan turns the spotlight to the women’s volleyball team.  After a winless week, Ryan discusses the importance of the next handful of games. Cross country is the next sport, as the Bees finished their first race of the year.  The episode concludes with Ryan breaking down SAU football’s win in week one, and previewing their matchup with a ranked opponent. Ryan continues to remain hopeful for SAU sports.

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:  September 5, 2024

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Austin Frerick - Money, Power And The Corruption Of America's Food Industry - ROI 571 - Full Program

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