Talk of Iowa

Road trips: the epic, the disastrous and everything in-between

By Charity Nebbe,

Published June 18, 2026 at 7:00 AM CDT

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A summer road trip is a ticket to adventure, and experienced road trippers know to expect the unexpected. On this episode of Talk of Iowa we’re hitting the road — we’ll hear stories about two of Iowa’s most over the top road trips, RAGBRAI and Relay Iowa, a cross-country journey with a few twists and a happily-ever-after, and much more.

Guests:

Jennifer Wilson, Peggy Fisher and Larry Stelter Chair of Magazine and Brand Media, Drake University; creator of the Slack Line Project
Molly Monk, runner based in Cedar Rapids
Brian Morelli, Assistant Director of Marketing and Communications, College of Engineering, University of Iowa
Kyle Munson, writer

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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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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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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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