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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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University of Iowa historian Ashley Howard discusses her new book Midwest Unrest: 1960s Urban Rebellions and the Black Freedom Movement. And the Ingersoll in Des Moines reopens after more than a decade and $4.7 million in renovations, aiming to recla... more

On the Talk of Iowa book club, Charity Nebbe talks about Kaveh Akbar’s best selling novel and the themes that make it feel so relevant to this moment in time with the author and two expert readers, Paige Lewis and Rachelle Chase.

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As the Olympics near, we spotlight curling — a sport often forgotten outside of the winter games, but one that thrives year-round in eastern Iowa. We hear from Emily Nelson, marketing and communications coordinator for Cedar Rapids Curling, on the sp... more

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Our relationship with fruit trees is different from the way we interact with other trees. This hour, we’ll dig into pruning fruit trees, vines and bushes with Iowa State University horticulturist Suzanne Slack. Later, horticulturist Aaron Steil joins... more

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Suzanne Slack
Fruit production specialist and assistant professor of horticulture
Iowa State University
Episode: When to prune your fruit trees
Aaron Steil
Iowa State University Extension horticulture specialist
Iowa State University
Episode: When to prune your fruit trees
Ashley Howard
Assistant Professor of African American Studies and History
University of Iowa
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Amy Rutenberg
Associate Professor of History
Iowa State University
Episode: The common threads of American protest movements
Daniel K. Williams
Associate Professor of History
Ashland University
Episode: The common threads of American protest movements
Jose Yugar-Cruz
A Bolivian immigrant who was detained by ICE for 18 months after seeking asylum.
Episode: When ICE is involved, what are your rights?
Maria Acosta
Community organizer with Iowa Migrant Movement for Justice.
Iowa Migrant Movement for Justice
Episode: When ICE is involved, what are your rights?
Lucas Asbury
Attorney with Iowa Migrant Movement for Justice.
Iowa Migrant Movement for Justice
Episode: When ICE is involved, what are your rights?
Joanna Dee Das
Author and Associate Professor of Performing Arts
Washington University in St. Louis
Episode: Book examines the intersection of faith, patriotism and performance in Branson

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Charity Nebbe
Host of a show that emphasizes the cultural fabric of Iowa through conversations with local experts and community members.

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 123 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 States11 years ago

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The host is recognized for her warm and inviting style, making complex topics accessible to a wide audience.
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Q: What does it mean to you to perform again in your home state?
It means a lot to him, as he reconnects with his roots and appreciates the support from the audience.
Tom Arnold says being a dad and a Hawkeye is one of the few underrated things in life
Q: How do you think becoming a father changed you?
Tom Arnold believes that being a father is one of the few things that are not overrated.
The common threads of American protest movements
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The anti-abortion movement's partisan alliance has limited its national bipartisan appeal despite achieving some legislative successes.
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Q: Did protest have a lot to do with the change in political climate during the Vietnam War?
Protest had an influence on the change in political climate, but it's hard to determine exactly how significant that influence was compared to other factors.
When to prune your fruit trees
Q: Is there something we need to do to encourage healing or to protect that wound?
The later in the season you prune, the tree is able to heal itself a little bit better.

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Content is focused on the diverse cultural narrative of Iowa, exploring the arts, local traditions, and community stories that shape the state. Episodes feature interviews with a variety of guests, including authors, artists, educators, and community leaders, discussing their contributions to Iowa's identity and heritage. Unique insights into food culture, local events, and the importance of storytelling in connecting communities are also prevalent. The podcast celebrates the shared experiences of Iowans while offering a platform for voices that highlight both historical and contemporary issues relevant to the state.

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Talk of Iowa launched 13 years ago and published 141 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Talk of Iowa include:

1. Suzanne Slack
2. Aaron Steil
3. Ashley Howard
4. Amy Rutenberg
5. Daniel K. Williams
6. Jose Yugar-Cruz
7. Maria Acosta
8. Lucas Asbury

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