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Paint it Back boasts bold colors, sounds and ideas in Clinton
Clinton artists Gabi Torres and Chris Shannon have helped put the city of Clinton on the map with their annual Paint it Back event. Starting as an ef…
1 month, 3 weeks ago
Understanding how aging impacts safe driving
Losing the ability to drive can mean that an older person can no longer live independently. On this episode, we talk about aging, driving and how to …
1 month, 4 weeks ago
Diagnosing your tomato plants
Eating a ripe tomato fresh from the garden is one of the true pleasures of summer, but growing tomatoes can be challenging — especially if your plant…
2 months ago
A look into the butter cooler with the Iowa State Fair butter sculptor
On this episode, we listen back to some of our favorite state fair interviews. We talk with Iowa State Fair butter sculptor Sarah Pratt and her appre…
2 months ago
Memoir explores an Iowa farmer's stewardship legacy, sustainable practices
In 1973, Ron Rosmann gave up his plans to go to graduate school and moved back home to Westphalia to run the family farm. In 1973, he did something r…
2 months ago
'The Book Thief' still has a lasting impact on readers two decades later
On this episode of the 'Talk of Iowa' Book Club, we talk about 'The Book Thief' with author Markus Zusak and two expert readers. It's a story about a…
2 months ago
ISU study observes parent-teen relationships over decades
The teenage years can be tough for parents and kids and new research from Iowa State University tells us that the consequences of that conflict can l…
2 months ago
Mum's the word
Beautiful fall mums will soon be everywhere. But, getting them to grow in your home landscape takes more planning.On this horticulture day episode, h…
2 months, 1 week ago
Hoover Presidential Library and Museum reopens after $20 million renovation
The Herbert Hoover Presidential Library and Museum in West Branch first opened on Aug.10, 1962. It reopened on Aug. 6, 2026, after a $20 million comp…
2 months, 1 week ago
Smithsonian Museum features the work of Iowa State Fair competitors
The 2026 Iowa State Fair is almost here. On this episode, we meet some of the winningest State Fair competitors of all time. Dr. Rod Zeitler is a mas…
2 months, 1 week ago