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EPISODE · Sep 24, 2025 · 22 MIN

Bonus! Homecoming with Nate Kaeding

from Tippie Leads · host Tippie College of Business | Nick Westergaard | University of Iowa

It’s Homecoming Week at the University of Iowa, and we’re celebrating with a special bonus replay of one of our most popular conversations from Season 2 on risk—recorded live at the legendary Hamburg Inn in Iowa City. In this episode, Tippie alum, Hawkeye legend, and NFL kicker turned entrepreneur Nate Kaeding shares his journey from the field to the front lines of small business ownership. After his football career, Nate returned home to Iowa City to take on a bold challenge: revitalizing the Hamburg Inn, a local institution beloved by students, locals, and even presidents on the campaign trail. His candid reflections bring to life the very real risks—and rewards—of entrepreneurship and community revitalization. It’s the perfect Hawkeye Homecoming story: one of our own coming back, taking chances, and making an impact in our community. Revisit this fan favorite from Season 2 on Risk, recorded live at the Hamburg Inn, and get ready: Season 3 of Tippie Leads launches next week, Wednesday, October 1st, diving into how artificial intelligence is reshaping the way we work and lead. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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