Warmly, Iowa
Warmly, Iowa Podcast
Welcome to Warmly, Iowa
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Welcome to Warmly, Iowa

This podcast is a love letter from me to Iowa.

Subtle beauty

“Let’s take a moment to remember what it’s like to be at home.”

My intention with this podcast is to explore the nuances that rest beyond the stereotypes.

In this first season, we’ll be exploring the answer to a question I was often asked over the years, “did you grow up on a farm?” For me, it’s more of a rhetorical question. I didn’t grow up on a farm, but I am Iowan. In my first full summer back, I learned about pizza farms and became very intrigued, discovering the reasoning behind it and the possibilities of farming and rural community building.

This season, you’ll hear from Anna Geyer, owner of the Land Alliance Folk School and Retreat Center in Oxford, Iowa. You’ll also hear from Kathy Byrnes, a teacher, writer, foodie, and climate activist, who is Founder and Director of Birds and Bees Urban Farm in Des Moines, Iowa. Last, you’ll hear from Dr. Brian Rumsey, Environmental Sustainability Administrator at Wartburg College, and Maren Beard, Owner and Operator of Luna Valley Farm in Decorah Iowa. And, this summer, I’ll begin again, taking you with me behind the scenes as I create the stories for the next season.

Thanks for listening to the trailer, and I look forward to rediscovering Iowa with you through this podcast and newsletter.

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Warmly, Iowa
Warmly, Iowa Podcast
Welcome to Warmly, Iowa, a podcast that takes you on a journey of rediscovery as we explore the beauty and complexity of life in Iowa. In this podcast, we'll follow the story of host Sarah Davis, who returns to her roots in Iowa after spending years away from home. We’ll meet the people she meets and find new joys as she writes her love letter to Iowa.
Through a series of interviews with a diverse range of people, we'll dive deep into the culture, history, and daily life of those who call Iowa home. From farmers and small business owners to artists and community leaders, we'll explore the many facets of life in Iowa and the stories of those who have made it their own.
Join us as we uncover the stories of the people who make Iowa such a unique and special place. We'll also talk to those who have left Iowa and have returned, exploring the reasons behind their decisions and the impact it has had on their lives. We'll take a closer look at the ways in which Iowa has changed over time, from its bustling cities to its rural communities and farmland.