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Talk of Iowa

Actor Andrew Lopez is excited to highlight the flyover country on screen

By Charity Nebbe,
Samantha McIntosh, Caitlin Troutman
Published October 2, 2025 at 7:00 AM CDT
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Talk of Iowa, hosted by Charity Nebbe

Andrew Lopez is on FX's The Bear and Apple TV's Platonic with some of the biggest stars in Hollywood. He also has his own show in development with HBO. But it wasn't long ago that he was a kid growing up in Pella. On this episode of Talk of Iowa, host Charity Nebbe speaks with actor, writer and comedian Andrew Lopez.

Then, two Iowa storytellers talk about the first-ever Cedar Rapids Storytelling Festival.

Guests:

  • Andrew Lopez, actor, writer and comedian
  • Kory May, storyteller
  • Sue Schmitt, CEO of Teller's Bridge, festival organizer
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Charity Nebbe
Charity Nebbe is the host of 'Talk of Iowa'. 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 bachelor's degree from Iowa State University.
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Samantha McIntosh
Samantha McIntosh is an award-winning 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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Caitlin Troutman
Caitlin Troutman is an award-winning talk show producer for Iowa Public Radio. She holds a bachelor's degree from William Jewell College. Since 2022, Troutman has worked with IPR's talk team to bring news and features to IPR's listening audience.
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