Holidays are busy but they don't have to be stressful. That's what COE of the Iowa Machine Shed, Jeff Grunder, wants to help you avoid. Think smarter, not harder & spend time in the family room WITH THE FAMILY and not in the kitchen slaving away FOR THE FAMILY; Jeff tells you how!

As we enter the 'Season for Giving' Simon & Mrs. C want to highlight local nonprofit organizations that are working to do good in our local communities. Today we talk to Alana Trimble and learn about her passion project & nonprofit - Birthday Heroes! She gathers & provides birthday gifts for children ages 1-18yrs old who may not receive a gift due to family circumstances and/or personal hardships. Mrs C is 100% on-board with Alana's mission and getting involved any way she can...how about you? To learn more you can contact West Des Moines Human Services or email: BirthdayHeroesWDM@gmail.com

Simon talks to Elinore McCance-Katz, former Assistant Secretary of Health and Human Services for Mental Health and Substance Use about the current mental health crisis we are facing nationwide, including the shocking statistic that for every 100,000 Americans there are only 18 designated & available beds for those facing a mental health crisis!

Greg Chance, from Authentic Brand, presents a donation check LIVE on air to the Blue Star Mothers of America - Iowa Chapter. This year all proceeds from the Simon Conway Show Veterans Day hat went to the Blue Star Moms. Katie Ernst, Chapter Secretary, and April Conway, (Mrs. C) Chapter Vice President, share their appreciation and plans for 2026.

Recently, 6 federally elected Democrats made & released a video directed to our U.S. military that has caused quite the stir. Why you may wonder? Because they are openly encouraging our troops to disobey & defy orders from their commanders!! Simon had a lot to say about this...and so did some listeners! Later, he lightens the mood with Thanksgiving traditions. Does your family have a tradition they've done for years? Is there something you do with your children that you remember doing with your parents? Simon & Mrs C have a favorite tradition - A NAP!

Simon catches up with friend of the show, Gordie Seibring, an Iowa farmer who also lives & farms part of the year in Ukraine. Gordie has been our eyes & ears on the ground since before the Ukraine/Russia war began and as it continues Simon asks Gordie, "What does Ukrainian peace actually look like?"

Simon talks to Rich Marianos, former Assistant Director of ATF in Florida about a recent story of a father who's 15yr old was sold a vape illegally so he did what Dads do and tried to catch the person himself by setting up his own "drug bust". Then it all went horribly wrong!! Hear what happened, what should have happened and what needs to happen so nothing like this ever happens again!

Harvard Professor of Science and Astronomer, Dr Avi Loeb, talks to Simon about one of his most favorite topics - SPACE - specifically the anomalies of the 3I/ATLAS comet. It's the size of Manhattan, has anomalies unlike anything we've seen before and has scientist across the globe puzzled. What could it possibly be??? Later, Simon talks to David Fischer from Landmark Capital for his snapshot of today's financials and the economy, including the revaluing of gold and silver. How will this affect your pockets; will they become lighter or heavy enough to hold you down???

Harvard Professor of Science and Astronomer, Dr Avi Loeb, talks to Simon about one of his most favorite topics - SPACE - specifically the anomalies of the 3I/ATLAS comet. It's the size of Manhattan, has anomalies unlike anything we've seen before and has scientist across the globe puzzled. What could it possibly be???

Another day, another Epstein excuse-maker; this time it's Delegate Stacy Plaskett, representing the U.S. Virgin Isles in Washington DC. She was caught directly texting Epstein during a hearing and now she wants us to believe we live in the Land of Oz and "ignore the man behind the curtain" Later in the show, "Ivy from HyVee", Ivy Sprague, Director of Strategic Communications shares exciting news - the first ever HYVEE HOLIDAY PARADE on Nov 29th! She tells us all about the phenomenal things HyVee has planned this holiday season, including their new Holiday Meal Packs to make life a little easier for all of us this busy time of year!

Simon has a fascinating conversation with Bill Jasper, President of The John Birch Society, about the most recent challenge from a Democratic Socialist. After the recent election win in New York by Zohran Mamdani who are they targeting this time? Hakeem Jefferies!

Simon talks to former Florida Asst State Attorney, Keith Gross, about the discovery of (thus far!) 186,000 deceased Americans that are STILL RECEIVING SNAP BENEFITS. So, how exactly are the dearly departed still receiving and using welfare benefits??? How many more will be discovered? What are the plans to stop this fraud in it's tracks? All this and listener calls!

Simon talks to Iowa Attorney General. Brenna Bird, about multiple actions she's taking on behalf of Iowans. Today, Iowa won and injunction on behalf of 25 state to stop California from implementing yet another "green" regulatory tax. She also shares with Simon about the new addition to her staff of a nurse that specializes in sexual assault and will be able to focus on resources and special care for victims as well as walk with them through the legal process after trauma.

Both the U.S. House and Senate voted to release 'the Epstein files' tonight and that bill is now on it's way to President Trump's desk for his signature. What will we learn? Who will be named? Simon discusses this and more, plus listener calls on the topic!

Simon talks to his friend and psychologist, John Hubner, on how to survive the holidays with family, friends, work & stress.

What are 2 things we all hate about the holidays? Holiday travel & Holiday weight gain! Simon covers both when he talks to AAA's Brian Ortner and chef Nicolette Pace. What's good, what's bad and what should you avoid on both topics?

Simon celebrates care packages sent by the Iowa Blue Star Mothers starting to arrive overseas before he digs into the release of the Epstein files being completely released tomorrow. In the 2nd half of the hour Simon talks to Iowa Senate candidate Lucas Loftin who is running to fill the vacancy in District 16 by the passing of Sen Clair Celsi.

Simon talks to Leslie Corbly, an attorney and author of "Progressive Prejudice" about the current charges of mortgage fraud against some elected officials that should really know better!

MaryBeth Meyer is back...with her whole family, including Simon's birthday twin James...with the total raised from the Pinky Swear Foundation Radiothon. $237,973!!!!!!

Day 2 of the faces and families that Pinky Swear Foundation has helped!