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Master Artists (Part 2 of 2) (#113)

Meet four contemporary Iowa artists--Cedar Falls artist Gary Kelley; Susan Chrysler White, an artist and University of Iowa professor; Cedar Rapids artist and Mount Mercy professor Jan Gilmor; and Paco Rosic, a Bosnian immigrant living in Waterloo.

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Program Description: Assignment Iowa examines the issues and events that shape what it means to be an Iowan. Hosted by Iowa Public Radio's Todd Mundt, the series explores a wide range of timely topics and the ways they affect Iowa and Iowans.

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  • Master Artists (Part 1 of 2) (#112)

    In this program, we will introduce you to four Iowa artists. Will their work have the power to move you? Will their passion compel you to look at art and life in new ways? The first artist's works have the power to enrich our daily experiences. You may be surprised to discover all the places you've seen the art of Cedar Falls artist, Gary Kelley. Next, Susan Chrysler White is an artist and University of Iowa professor. Her vivacious many- layered works have the power to awaken all of our senses. Cedar Rapids artist and Mount Mercy Professor Jane Gilmor's idiosyncratic sculpture investigates the power of memory, humor, and culture. The final artist is a Bosnian immigrant who embodies the power of youth, energy, and courage. Here's a quick look at Paco Rosic as he interprets the Sistine Chapel on his Waterloo restaurant's ceiling. Closed Captioning

  • Master Artists (Part 2 of 2) (#113)

    In this program, we will introduce you to four Iowa artists. Will their work have the power to move you? Will their passion compel you to look at art and life in new ways? The first artist's works have the power to enrich our daily experiences. You may be surprised to discover all the places you've seen the art of Cedar Falls artist, Gary Kelley. Next, Susan Chrysler White is an artist and University of Iowa professor. Her vivacious many- layered works have the power to awaken all of our senses. Cedar Rapids artist and Mount Mercy Professor Jane Gilmor's idiosyncratic sculpture investigates the power of memory, humor, and culture. The final artist is a Bosnian immigrant who embodies the power of youth, energy, and courage. Here's a quick look at Paco Rosic as he interprets the Sistine Chapel on his Waterloo restaurant's ceiling. Closed Captioning

  • Take One Step (#108)

    This episode explores the problem of obesity in Iowa, how big the epidemic is and who suffers from it. The program also includes Iowa native, Matt Hoover, winner of NBC's The Biggest Loser. Closed Captioning

  • Matters of the Heart (#106)

    Hear advice from experts in the fields of wellness, nutrition, and medical science on how we can take better care of our hearts so that they can take care of us. The program also features former Iowa State and NBA basketball star Fred Hoiberg as he talks about the discovery of a serious heart ailment that put an abrupt halt to his career, and saved his life. Closed Captioning

Past Episodes

These episodes of Assignment Iowa aired in the last few months on Iowa Public Television.

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