Talk of Iowa is a place for Iowans to interact with and learn from each other. Together, we delve into culture, history, art and literature. We want you to come away connected to our culture and what it means to live in Iowa.
Host Charity Nebbe brings a mix of regular guests and a range of experts to the microphone to discuss what’s happening in Iowa and what makes this a special place. 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 Day.
Talk of Iowa is produced by Caitlin Troutman, Danielle Gehr and Samantha McIntosh, and our digital producer is Natalie Dunlap. Our executive producer is Katherine Perkins. Our theme music is by The River Monks. Call into the live show on weekdays from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at 866-780-9100. Email the show's hosts and producers anytime at talkofiowa@iowapublicradio.org. Or download the latest episode to listen to the conversations you missed.
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The recently expanded Ames History Museum is full of surprises for all generations. -
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.
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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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From quirky t-shirts to SNL laughs to a glamorous Muppet — discover what makes these Iowans truly famous.
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Veronica Roth talks about her latest book, To Clutch a Razor, and becoming a bestselling author at 22-years-old.
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Author Florence Williams discusses the mental health benefits of nature and climate scientist Chris Gloninger talks about starting constructive conversations on climate change.
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These are the plants that will thrive as the temperature cools.
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We tour the Corriell Nature Preserve with Robin Wall Kimmerer and talk about the tools of land preservation.