Old Man Strength: EP 7.2 Erin Kiernan

Old Man Strength: EP 7.2 Erin Kiernan

In this powerful and heartfelt episode of Old Man Strength, we sit down with Erin Kiernan, longtime journalist and anchor at WHO-TV 13, to talk about far more than headlines and newscasts.

Erin takes us back to the very beginning — growing up, discovering her passion for journalism, and the path that led her to a career in television news. From her early days in the industry to becoming a trusted voice in Iowa homes, she reflects on the lessons, challenges, and growth along the way.

The conversation then turns deeply personal as Erin opens up about her son Michael’s autism diagnosis — the moment her world shifted, the learning curve that followed, and how it reshaped her perspective as both a mother and a professional. She shares the emotional reality of navigating parenting, advocacy, and public life all at once.

We also dive into Erin’s decision to step back this past summer, her venture into using social media as a platform for awareness and honesty, and how advocacy has become a central part of her purpose. Finally, Erin looks ahead to the future — what it holds for Michael, for her family, and for continuing the conversation around autism with empathy and understanding.

This episode is raw, honest, inspiring, and a reminder that true strength often shows up off-camera.

Sponsored by Revelton Distilling Company, Iowa Beef Steakhouse, Naked Dave Seasoning, Kyle Lehman at Wintrust Mortgage, Styled by JJ Boutique and LIVE from the AKC Andrew Downs Studios.

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Old Man Strength EP: 7.12 Sean Roberts: From Chicago Kid to KXNO Legend – Radio Dreams, Fatherhood & Life After the Mic

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In this raw and reflective episode of Old Man Strength, Chris Shipley sits down with Sean Roberts — the longtime voice of Des Moines sports radio at KXNO. Sean opens up about his unlikely journey from...

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In this candid, no-filters episode of Old Man Strength, hosts Tim Johnson and Chris Shipley sit down with Ross Eveland, Democratic candidate for Story County Supervisor, for a real conversation about ...

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Old Man Strength EP 7.10: Maxwell Schaffer - 42 Years in Radio, Theater, Music & Iowa Life

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Join Tim Johnson and Chris Shipley LIVE from the AKC Andrew Downs Studios for Episode 7.10 of Old Man Strength with Iowa media legend Maxwell Schaffer.From his early days as a pipsqueak in Hershey, Pe...

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Old Man Strength: EP 7.9 J. D. Scholten

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In this episode of Old Man Strength, Chris Shipley is joined by Bill Blank as they sit down with former professional baseball player, Iowa State Representative, and Congressional candidate J.D. Scholt...

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