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Black Iowa News debuts print edition

By Charity Nebbe,
Dani Gehr, Madeleine Willis
Published June 27, 2023 at 7:00 AM CDT
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Talk of Iowa, hosted by Charity Nebbe

With decades of letters as her muse, Akwi Nij brought letter script to life through dance in her film Cor-re-spond-ence.

The mission of Black Iowa News is to prioritize, educate and uplift Black Iowans. Now, that mission will continue with a free print edition of the news site. Host Charity Nebbe is joined by Dana James, founder of Black Iowa News, on this episode of Talk of Iowa to discuss what the print product has meant to her readers.

Later in the episode, Iowa artist Akwi Nji and choreographer L.D. Kidd discuss the creative decisions that went into the Cor-re-spond-ence film. The film is the latest piece of an ongoing project that examines written communication and its ability to connect or unravel relationships.

Guests:

  • Dana James, founder & publisher, Black Iowa News
  • Akwi Nji, Iowa artist
  • L.D. Kidd, choreographer, co-producer of Cor-re-spond-ence film
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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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Dani Gehr
Dani Gehr is a talk show producer for Iowa Public Radio. She holds a bachelor's degree from Iowa State University. Since 2022, Gehr has worked with IPR's talk team to bring news and features to IPR's listening audience.
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Madeleine Willis
Madeleine Willis is IPR's Production Assistant supporting the talk shows and The Sunny Side Project. Willis has experience in audio production, reporting, writing and editing stories and conversations. She's reported and produced conversations on womanhood, sports, and good news from across Iowa. Willis will receive her bachelors degree from the University of Iowa in May 2025.
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