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Restoring Iowa's native wetland ecosystem

By Charity Nebbe,
Samantha McIntosh, Dani Gehr, Natalie Dunlap
Published October 8, 2024 at 7:00 AM CDT
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Talk of Iowa, hosted by Charity Nebbe

The Mann family in Marshall County has created a lasting legacy by transitioning the family farm to public land, restoring it to its native wetland ecosystem. Family member Lawrence Mann and the Marshall County Conservation Director Emily Herring join the conversation.

Plus, Sara Broers, author of 100 Things to Do in Iowa Before You Die, shares how she became a travel blogger in northern Iowa and the many places she's visited in research for her book. Through this and other upcoming publications, she hopes to debunk the state's reputation as fly-over country by highlighting the heartland’s gems.

A portion of this episode was originally produced August 10, 2022.

Guests:

  • Sara Broers, author, Travel with Sara
  • Lawrence Mann, member of the Mann family
  • Emily Herring, director, Marshall County Conservation
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Charity Nebbe
Charity Nebbe is IPR's 'Talk of Iowa' host. She also hosts IPR's podcasts 'Garden Variety' and 'Unsettled'. Since 2010, Nebbe has interviewed, conversed with, and shared ideas from guests of all backgrounds and locations, and has helped listeners better understand, appreciate, and explore their state and the world around them. Nebbe has a bachelors degree from Iowa State University.
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Samantha McIntosh
Samantha McIntosh is a talk show producer for Iowa Public Radio. She holds a bachelor's degree from St. Cloud State University. Since 2022, McIntosh has worked with IPR's talk team to bring news and features to IPR's listening audience.
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Dani Gehr
Dani Gehr is a talk show producer for Iowa Public Radio. She holds a bachelor's degree from Iowa State University. Since 2022, Gehr has worked with IPR's talk team to bring news and features to IPR's listening audience.
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Natalie Dunlap
Natalie Dunlap is an award-winning digital producer and writer for Iowa Public Radio. She holds a bachelor's degree from the University of Iowa. Since 2024, Dunlap has worked with IPR's talk team to bring news and features to IPR's digital audience.
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