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Meghan McKinney

Morning Edition Host/Reporter

Iowa Public Radio

Professional Bio

Meghan McKinney is an early career radio host and reporter based in Des Moines, Iowa. She is a proud first-generation college graduate from Missouri State University. Meghan was a finalist in NPR's 2023 College Podcast Challenge, and her reporting about emergency room wait times in southern Missouri has been recognized by the Missouri Broadcasters Association.

Company

Iowa Public Radio
2111 Grand Ave., Suite 100
Des Moines, IA 50312
http://www.iowapublicradio.org
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Education:
Missouri State University 2024 Journalism
Awards:
2023 NPR College Podcast Challenge Finalist
2024 MBA Best News Series, 2nd Place
2025 MBJA Eric Sevareid Investigative, Award of Merit
Job Role
Host, Reporter
Current Editor Corps
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