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Talk of Iowa, hosted by Charity Nebbe

This episode is full of fignomenal gardening advice.

Talk of Iowa host Charity Nebbe and ISU horticulturist Suzanne Slack are getting figgy with it. Fresh figs are grown and eaten in many parts of the world. Here in Iowa they are a bit of a delicacy, but, with some careful planning with advice from our horticulture specialists, you too can grow figs. Consumer Horticulture Specialist Aaron Steil joins the program to answer listeners questions.

Guests:

  • Suzanne Slack, assistant professor of horticulture, Iowa State University
  • Aaron Steil, consumer horticulture specialist, Iowa State University
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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.
Aaron Steil is a Consumer Horticulture Specialist with ISU Extension and Outreach. Aaron contributes his expertise to the Garden Variety podcast and newsletter and to Talk of Iowa's Horticulture Day program.
Madeleine Willis is IPR's Production Assistant supporting the talk shows and The Sunny Side Project. Willis has experience in audio production, reporting, writing and editing stories and conversations. She's reported and produced conversations on womanhood, sports, and good news from across Iowa. Willis will receive her bachelors degree from the University of Iowa in May 2025.