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Talk of Iowa, hosted by Charity Nebbe
Talk of Iowa

Travel writer is working to make Iowa a vacation destination

By Charity Nebbe,
Samantha McIntosh, Caitlin Troutman, Natalie Dunlap
Published August 11, 2022 at 7:00 AM CDT
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Talk of Iowa, hosted by Charity Nebbe

Iowa isn’t well-regarded as a vacation spot in the country, but for those in the know there is a lot to do and see in the state — including the Meskwaki Powwow happening this week.

Sara Broers, author of 100 Things to Do in Iowa Before You Die, shares how she became travel blogger in northern Iowa and the many places she's visited in research for her book. Through this and other upcoming publications she hopes to debunk the state's reputation as fly-over country by highlighting the heartland’s gems.

Later in the hour, the Meskwaki Nation is preparing for their annual Powwow after two years of cancellations due to COVID-19. Johnathon Buffalo joins host Charity Nebbe to detail the history and significance of the celebration held on the only Indian settlement in Iowa. The four-day festival occurs on the second full weekend of August, beginning Thursday.

Guests:

  • Sara Broers, author, Travel with Sara
  • Johnathon Buffalo, historic preservation director of the Meskwaki Nation
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Charity Nebbe
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.
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Samantha McIntosh
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.
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Caitlin Troutman
Caitlin Troutman is a 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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Natalie Dunlap
Natalie Dunlap is an award-winning digital producer and writer for Iowa Public Radio. She holds a bachelor's degree from the University of Iowa. Since 2024, Dunlap has worked with IPR's talk team to bring news and features to IPR's digital audience.
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