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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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47:58

What to do about fall pests in your home

Talk of Iowa ·

2025/10/25

As it gets colder outside, you may notice some creepy crawly household invaders inside. Here's what you should do

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47:42

Learning about life with autism

Talk of Iowa ·

2025/10/24

A clinician who works with a range of patients with autism helps us understand autism spectrum disorder, and Iowans in the autism community share their thoughts and experiences.

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47:53

Documentary captures the life of barrier-breaking...

Talk of Iowa ·

2025/10/23

Opera legend Simon Estes and director Steve Schott discuss the making of their new documentary Simon Estes: A Heart and a Voice. Then, author John T. Price joins to discuss his latest work inspired by nature's ability to comfort through times of tragedy.

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47:55

The hidden costs of homeownership

Talk of Iowa ·

2025/10/22

When buying a home, a mortgage isn’t the only thing that can weigh down your finances. From repairs to maintenance, the true costs of owning a home can surprise you.

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47:55

Johnny Carson and other Iowa late-night connections

Talk of Iowa ·

2025/10/21

We discuss the Midwest origins of the "King of Late Night," plus the time a whole Iowa town came on Letterman's show. Then, we speak to a current producer for Seth Meyers.

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47:47

Planting fall bulbs for a beautiful spring

Talk of Iowa ·

2025/10/18

Learn how to plant tulips, daffodils and other bulbs this fall for vibrant blooms come spring

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47:53

Ruth Rabinowitz’s land healing journey

Talk of Iowa ·

2025/10/17

Ruth Rabinowitz talks about moving from California to Iowa for a more present role on her family's farm. Then, Cedar Rapids chef Anthony Leonard on competing in Hell’s Kitchen.

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47:55

Ruth Harkin shares how she broke ceilings with humor...

Talk of Iowa ·

2025/10/16

Ruth Harkin reflects on her career and memoir, When My Husband Ran for President and Other Short Stories. Plus, what gravestones can teach us about history ahead of the annual Oakland Cemetery walk.

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47:44

'Americanness' across two cultures and 70 years

Talk of Iowa ·

2025/10/15

The stories in Carol Roh Spalding's collection Waiting for Mr. Kim span more than 70 years and four generations of a Korean-American family.

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47:56

The long, slow process of repatriation of Indigenous...

Talk of Iowa ·

2025/10/14

Experts discuss the process of repatriating Indigenous cultural items and why it's important.

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47:54

Time to clean up your garden

Talk of Iowa ·

2025/10/11

Ajay Nair, professor and chair of horticulture at Iowa State University, guides us through his garden's bedtime routine. Then, horticulturist Aaron Steil answers your questions.

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47:20

The 2026 All Iowa Reads picks are here!

Talk of Iowa ·

2025/10/10

The All Iowa Reads committee reveals the titles for 2026. First, we revisit a conversation with educator Amanda Jones about her book, That Librarian: The Fight Against Book Banning in America.

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48:03

Decorah community and Crown Prince of Norway...

Talk of Iowa ·

2025/10/09

The City of Decorah was visited by royalty this week.

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48:05

Nick Offerman says woodworking is a superpower in...

Talk of Iowa ·

2025/10/08

Nick Offerman is coming to Des Moines Oct. 14 to talk about his new book aimed at children, “Little Woodchucks: Offerman’s Guide to Tools and Tomfoolery.”

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47:24

Remembering Jane Goodall

Talk of Iowa ·

2025/10/07

We honor Jane Goodall’s legacy with a look back at her 2025 conversation and reflect on her impact with wildlife biologist Jim Peases.

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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

Talk of Iowa ·

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...

Talk of Iowa ·

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

Talk of Iowa ·

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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