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Episode 9

On the tenderloin trail

Featured in This Episode

Kelsey Sutter

Iowa Pork Producers Association

Alex Hide

Pork Producer

Jeff Bruning

Full Court Press, Inc.

Welcome to Episode 9 of the ChopTalk podcast, which explores the beloved tradition of the pork tenderloin sandwich. Guests discuss the Iowa Tenderloin Trail, a culinary adventure highlighting the state’s pork industry and unique local eateries. From small town diners to urban taprooms, each stop on the trail offers its own twist on the classic sandwich, showcasing the diversity and pride of Iowa’s agricultural heritage and farming traditions.

Episode Highlight Kelsey Sutter

The Iowa Tenderloin Trail highlights the state's pork industry and celebrates Iowa's unique culinary experience — the pork tenderloin sandwich.

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About the ChopTalk Podcast

Iowans love their bacon, yet not everyone has a direct connection to pig farming. Listen to the ChopTalk podcast, where the Iowa Pork Producers Association and host Laurie Johns connect you to Iowa pig farmers. Meet the people behind the pork, hear about the challenges they face, how they give back to their communities and the impact on us all.