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Busting myths about race in Iowa

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Talk of Iowa, hosted by Charity Nebbe

There’s a new Iowa history book that is designed to fill in some important gaps in the way Iowa history is traditionally taught and understood. Three of the many contributors to Represent: Racism and Resistance in Iowa join host Charity Nebbe to talk about how the book is intended to debunk some long held myths about Iowa.

Guests:

  • Katy Swalwell, co-founder Past Present Future Publishing
  • Lisa Covington, director of Iowa’s Ethnic Studies Leadership Academy
  • Leah Slick Driscoll, social studies teacher at the Meskwaki Settlement School
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.
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.