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Talk of Iowa

Iowa Public Radio

Talk of Iowa is a place for Iowans to connect to our shared culture and what it means to live in Iowa. Host Charity Nebbe brings a mix of regular guests and a range of experts to discuss the arts, history, literature and everything else happening in Iowa. Every day brings something new — even if it"s in a recurring segment like Talk of Iowa Book Club or comes from a familiar voice on Horticulture Day.

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47:50

Why fall leaves change when they do

Talk of Iowa ·

2025/10/04

All you need to know about changing leaves and Autumn color

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48:01

'We crapped in our nest' a conversation with Art Cullen

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2025/10/03

The editor and co-owner of the Storm Lake Times Pilot discusses his new book, Dear Marty, We Crapped In Our Nest: Notes from the Edge of the World.

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47:52

Actor Andrew Lopez is excited to highlight the...

Talk of Iowa ·

2025/10/02

An interview with actor, writer and comedian Andrew Lopez, and a preview of the first Cedar Rapids Storytelling Festival

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47:52

'Choosing dance over despair' while living with...

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2025/10/01

Margalea Warner, who has lived with schizophrenia for more than four decades, discusses her about her new memoir. Then, we’ll talk with Iowa native and soprano opera singer Jessica Faselt.

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47:39

How climate change impacts health in rural America

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2025/09/30

A sociologist discusses the unique challenges rural communities face concerning climate change and health care. Then, a look at the Midwest Crossword Tournament.

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47:59

Prevent plant disease this year and next

Talk of Iowa ·

2025/09/27

The best ways to protect your vegetable garden from disease

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47:50

Academic freedom expert believes threats today are...

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2025/09/26

Legal scholar David Rabban discusses academic freedom during a moment when it is at risk. Also, Gazette reporters share their answers to reader questions as part of their Curious Iowa series.

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48:05

An inside look at the new Ames History Museum

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2025/09/25

The recently expanded Ames History Museum is full of surprises for all generations.

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47:39

Anti-racism as a daily practice

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2025/09/24

Author Jennifer Harvey joins the program to talk about her new book, Anti-Racism As Daily Practice: Refuse Shame, Change White Communities and Help Create a Just World.

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47:48

For Fred Armisen, comedy and music go hand-in-hand

Talk of Iowa ·

2025/09/23

Fred Armisen is coming to Iowa in October as part of his "Comedy for Musicians But Everyone is Welcome" tour. Also, we continue our Iowa Famous series by digging into the life and career of Donna Reed with her daughter.

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47:57

Give your perennials some tender loving care

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2025/09/20

Horticulturists offer advice on storing and saving tender perennials during an Iowa winter.

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47:28

Celebrating 50 years of education through art with...

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2025/09/19

A new exhibits look at 50 years of Iowa State University Museums.

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40:43

Famous Iowans, from former SNL cast member to Miss Piggy

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2025/09/18

From quirky t-shirts to SNL laughs to a glamorous Muppet — discover what makes these Iowans truly famous.

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39:42

'Divergent' author's latest series brings Polish...

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2025/09/17

Veronica Roth talks about her latest book, To Clutch a Razor, and becoming a bestselling author at 22-years-old.

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41:37

Nature, mental health and climate conversations at...

Talk of Iowa ·

2025/09/16

Author Florence Williams discusses the mental health benefits of nature and climate scientist Chris Gloninger talks about starting constructive conversations on climate change.

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39:23

Cool season annuals to keep your garden bright

Talk of Iowa ·

2025/09/13

These are the plants that will thrive as the temperature cools.

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42:29

A walk through a 'wild place' with Robin Wall Kimmerer

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2025/09/12

We tour the Corriell Nature Preserve with Robin Wall Kimmerer and talk about the tools of land preservation.

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40:23

A 'big city' museum in a town of a couple thousand...

Talk of Iowa ·

2025/09/11

The Kalona Historical Village in southeast Iowa may be a tourism spot geared toward the past, but its features and exhibits have constantly evolved.

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48:09

Freedom of Expression project gives a platform to...

Talk of Iowa ·

2025/09/10

A public arts and culture initiative provides a yearlong mentorship for around a dozen Iowa artists with disabilities who work across a variety of mediums. Then, playwright Mary Swander discusses her new one-man show, Coop.

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47:50

How empty nesters fill the void as children launch...

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2025/09/09

Some parents struggle to see their children leave home, while others see it as a new and exciting phase of their life. Empty nesters share their experiences.

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