Exploring the people, projects, and progress behind Iowa’s transportation system. Roadside Chat is the official podcast of the Iowa Department of Transportation. Hosts take you behind the scenes of Iowa’s transportation network. From roads and bridges to licenses and public transit, each episode answers your questions, spotlights Iowa DOT experts, and explores the innovations that keep Iowans moving safely.
Iowa DOT’s participation in the America 250 Celebration
Iowa DOT’s participation in the America 250 Celebration
2/12/2026
In this fourth episode of Roadside Chat, hosts Jenny Butcher and Debbie McClung explore how the Iowa DOT is honoring America’s 250th anniversary with Brennan Dolan, Cultural Resource Team Leader and Tribal Liaison in the Iowa DOT’s Location and Environment Bureau.
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Bridging Past and Future: Lansing’s Iconic Crossing
Bridging Past and Future: Lansing’s Iconic Crossing
12/19/2025
Roadside Chat, hosts Jenny Butcher and Daniel Yeh explore the reconstruction of the iconic Lansing Bridge with Clayton Burke, Iowa DOT project manager for the Mississippi River River Bridge at Lansing project. The conversation takes a deep dive into why the nearly 100-year-old bridge must be replaced and why it cannot remain open during construction.
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Inside Iowa’s Winter Operations: How the Iowa DOT Keeps Roads Safe
Inside Iowa’s Winter Operations: How the Iowa DOT Keeps Roads Safe
11/21/2025
In this second episode of Roadside Chat, hosts Jenny Butcher and Daniel Yeh explore the behind-the-scenes work of Iowa’s winter maintenance operations with Craig Bargfrede, Winter Operations Administrator for the Iowa DOT, and guest Tina Greenfield from the Iowa DOT winter operations team.
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Parent-Taught Driver’s Ed: What Parents Should Know
Parent-Taught Driver’s Ed: What Parents Should Know
10/22/2025
In this first episode of Roadside Chat, hosts Jenny Butcher and Daniel Yeh explore the ins and outs of Iowa’s Parent-Taught Driver’s Education program with Vania Boyd, Driver Education Manager for the Iowa DOT.
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