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An Iowan is working toward "period neutrality" among men and women

By Charity Nebbe,
Caitlin Troutman, Samantha McIntosh
Published March 28, 2023 at 7:00 AM CDT
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Talk of Iowa, hosted by Charity Nebbe

When environmental and other factors are right, girls and women learn at least a little about menstruation before they experience their first period.

For boys, men and others who don't menstruate, the menstrual cycle can remain something of a mystery.

Later in this episode of Talk of Iowa, host Charity Nebbe talks with an Iowan who is seeking to empower men with information with The Agenda and Manstruation: A Field Guide

First, we listen back to a conversation that was originally produced in October 2020 with Erika Billerbeck about her book, Wildland Sentinel: Field Notes From an Iowa Conservation Officer.

Guests:

  • Erika Billerbeck, author
  • Alyx Coble-Frakes, CEO of The Agenda.
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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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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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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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