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Understanding ourselves through seeds in Diane Wilson's novel

Talk of Iowa, hosted by Charity Nebbe

The Seed Keeperby Diane Wilson takes place in Minnesota and tells the story of a Dakhóta woman who grew up isolated from her culture and her family. It’s the story of the Dakhóta people and the seeds they grew, depended on and protected for generations. It is also the story of this country, agriculture and the land. The Seed Keeper is the2024 All Iowa Readsselection.

Guests:

  • Diane Wilson, author 
  • Denise O'Brien, founder of Women Food and Agriculture Network  
  • Oogie Push, artist and filmmaker
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Charity Nebbe is the host of IPR's Talk of Iowa
Caitlin Troutman is a talk show producer at Iowa Public Radio