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Talk of Iowa

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Talk of Iowa is a place for Iowans to connect to our shared culture and what it means to live in Iowa. Host Charity Nebbe brings a mix of regular guests and a range of experts to discuss the arts, history, literature and everything else happening in Iowa. Every day brings something new — even if it's in a recurring segment like Talk of Iowa Book Club or comes from a familiar voice on Horticulture ... more

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Author Jennifer Harvey joins the program to talk about her new book, Anti-Racism As Daily Practice: Refuse Shame, Change White Communities and Help Create a Just World.

Fred Armisen is coming to Iowa in October as part of his "Comedy for Musicians But Everyone is Welcome" tour. Also, we continue our Iowa Famous series by digging into the life and career of Donna Reed with her daughter.

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Horticulturists offer advice on storing and saving tender perennials during an Iowa winter.

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A new exhibits look at 50 years of Iowa State University Museums.

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Madison Deshae Duncan
Educator and filmmaker working on 'The Center Street Story, An Urban Renewal Retrospective.'
Episode: Anti-racism as a daily practice
Jennifer Harvey
Writer and educator with extensive experience in racial justice work, and author of 'Anti-Racism As Daily Practice.'
Vice President of Academic Affairs at Garrett Evangelical Theological Seminary
Episode: Anti-racism as a daily practice
Kaylin Jade
Artist from Cedar Falls
Episode: Celebrating 50 years of education through art with ISU museums
Natalie Diehm
Artist and lecturer in art and visual culture
Iowa State University
Episode: Celebrating 50 years of education through art with ISU museums
Adrienne Jeannette
Curator of the University Museums at Iowa State
Iowa State University
Episode: Celebrating 50 years of education through art with ISU museums
Lynette Pullman
Warren and Beverly Madden Endowed Director and Chief Curator of the University Museums
Iowa State University
Episode: Celebrating 50 years of education through art with ISU museums
Veronica Roth
Bestselling author, known for her Divergent series and her latest series that incorporates Polish folklore.
Episode: 'Divergent' author's latest series brings Polish folklore to Chicago
Chris Gloninger
Senior Climate Scientist at the Woods Hole Group, former Chief Meteorologist at KCCI.
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Episode: Nature, mental health and climate conversations at the IEC Conference
Florence Williams
Author of The Nature Fix, a book exploring the benefits of nature on well-being.
Episode: Nature, mental health and climate conversations at the IEC Conference

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Charity Nebbe
Host of Talk of Iowa

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 114 ratings
  • Maybe one day

    I listened to IPR for many years, but I have reached my limit of Fake News Enemy of the People. I do not, and will not waste any more time on anything pushing the Woke gospel of Lies, Hate and Division. Maybe once the country returns to sanity, I will try again, and contribute again. But as it stands now, I will not support Woke, and that includes NPR/IPR.

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    rue883
    United States4 years ago
  • Exquisitely informative, unassumingly entertaining

    In true Iowa fashion, Charity Nebbe welcomes her on-air guests with a tone of genuine intrigue that invites listeners and and guests alike into a space of sharing both educational and personal. Its nonchalant presentation makes this program the perfect companion to bouts of house chores or cooking, long drives, and moments of downtime. As a post-college student who's lived outside Iowa for years, I must thank Ms. Nebbe and the rest of the team for consistently renewing my Iowa pride and offering... more

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    Aliese G
    United States10 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the podcast's ability to connect personal stories to broader cultural themes in Iowa.
Some concerns mentioned about political bias in certain topics, highlighting a divide in listener perspectives.
High praise for the engaging and relatable hosting style, which creates a welcoming atmosphere for all listeners.

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Give your perennials some tender loving care
Q: When should you start bringing houseplants back inside?
Start when nighttime lows begin to hit the 50s, and clean the plants to dislodge any pests before bringing them indoors.
Give your perennials some tender loving care
Q: What is the basic plan for overwintering tender perennials?
Wait until a frost almost kills the foliage, then dig them up, let them dry a bit, and store them in a cool place at about 50 degrees.
Prepping for next year's perfect lawn
Q: When should I plan to fertilize my lawn?
Fertilization should happen in the fall, ideally now and then again in mid to late October.
Prepping for next year's perfect lawn
Q: Can I stop mowing?
No, you still need to mow following the one-third rule until the grass slows down significantly.
Prepping for next year's perfect lawn
Q: How often should a person be aerating their yard?
Newer yards should be aerated at least once a year, ideally twice, while older yards can be aerated every two to three years.

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Focusing on the unique culture and experiences of Iowans, this show covers a wide array of topics, ranging from the arts and literature to regional history and community issues. The discussions often feature engaging guests, including local experts and residents sharing personal stories and insights. Regular segments such as the Talk of Iowa Book Club and themed episodes centered around horticulture highlight the show's commitment to providing relevant and enriching content tailored specifically for the Iowa community. This creates a relatable atmosphere that invites listeners to reflect on the shared narratives that define Iowa living.

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Recent guests on Talk of Iowa include:

1. Madison Deshae Duncan
2. Jennifer Harvey
3. Kaylin Jade
4. Natalie Diehm
5. Adrienne Jeannette
6. Lynette Pullman
7. Veronica Roth
8. Chris Gloninger

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