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Don't believe the web of lies about spiders

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Garden Variety, hosted by Charity Nebbe

With their eight legs and multiple sets of eyes, spiders often scare people. But many of them are harmless and can be released outside instead of being squashed.

Iowa State University Insect Diagnostician Zach Schumm joins the program to discuss which spiders can be found in Iowa and whether or not they are dangerous for humans.

Guests:

  • Zach Schumm, insect diagnostician, ISU Plant and Insect Diagnostic Clinic
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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.
Samantha McIntosh is a 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.
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.