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In the Balance Podcast

Posted on May 30, 2023 at 8:08 AM by Marissa Gaal

May marked the 20th anniversary of the Iowa Judicial Branch building's opening. In honor of the anniversary, I sat down...

Posted on April 25, 2023 at 12:00 AM by Marissa Gaal

This month I connected with the Iowa Appellate Clerk of Court, Donna Humpal, to discuss what a day in her...

Posted on March 28, 2023 at 12:00 AM by Marissa Gaal

In recognition of Women’s History Month, I went looking for women throughout Iowa’s history to cover for this episode. As...

Posted on February 28, 2023 at 9:09 AM by Marissa Gaal

In recognition of Black History Month this February, I spoke with sculptor James Ellwanger, the artist behind the Shattering Silence...

Posted on January 3, 2023 at 12:00 AM by Marissa Gaal

This episode we are focusing on the important work of our county courthouses clerks of court. I spoke with Jackie...

Posted on November 29, 2022 at 12:00 AM by Marissa Gaal

This month we are highlighting an essential role in Iowa’s Judicial system: the court reporter. I spoke with Laura McFall,...

Posted on October 25, 2022 at 12:00 AM by Marissa Gaal

This month we are discussing electronic search warrants. In 2017, the Iowa Legislature amended Iowa Code Chapter 808 to allow...

Posted on September 27, 2022 at 12:00 AM by Marissa Gaal

This month I spoke with District 6 Judge Kevin McKeever about Iowa’s jury service. To learn more about the history...

Posted on August 30, 2022 at 12:00 AM by Marissa Gaal

This month, in recognition of the upcoming Constitution Day, celebrated on September 17 every year, I sat down with Justice...

Posted on July 26, 2022 at 12:00 AM by Marissa Gaal

This month I spoke with Juvenile Court Officer Chris Castrey about what a typical day might look life for a...
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