In Part 2 of our Iowa Cancer Series, we sit down with Cody Smith to take a deeper look at one of the biggest environmental issues facing our state: nitrates in Iowa's water. Where are the nitrates coming from? Why have nitrate levels become such a major concern? And what do the latest studies, public officials, and water experts say about the potential impacts on public health?

This conversation explores the science, the policy, and the difficult questions surrounding Iowa's drinking water. Whether you're a farmer, homeowner, parent, or simply someone who cares about the future of Iowa, this is a discussion you won't want to miss.

This episode is part of our ongoing Against the Odds: Iowa Cancer Series, where we're talking with experts, researchers, and community leaders to better understand the issues affecting Iowans.