Black Lives Matter Leaders In Milwaukee, The Legacy Of Glam Rock, Elections Are A Big Source Of Stress

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The deaths of rock legends David Bowie and Prince this year have many tracing the influences of their particularly sparkly brand of rock music through to modern popular music. We talk to a music critic about glam rock’s beginnings and its legacy today. Then we talk to a social work professor about the impact of the Black Lives Matter movement in Milwaukee. A new survey by the American Psychological Association shows that more than half of American adults are feeling stressed by the current election cycle. We get advice on how to alleviate the anxiety and stress leading up to November 8, and beyond.

Featured in this Show

  • #BlackLivesMatter Scholar Talks About The Movement's Role In Milwaukee

    University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee social work professor David Pate talks about the impact of the #BlackLivesMatter movement in Milwaukee ahead of an event featuring its co-founders.

  • Glam Rock's Legacy

    Glam rock, or glitter rock as it was popularly known in the US, was the feathered, sparkly and flamboyant precursor to punk music– iconified by stars like late David Bowie, T.Rex, Lou Reed, New York Dolls, Roxy Music and Queen. We talk to the author of a book about the legacy of glam rock, and the through-lines he sees connecting to today’s popular music.

  • Majority of Americans Stressed By The Election

    A recent survey by the American Psyshologial Association shows that Americans are experiencing a lot of stress related to this election season. We talk with one of the researchers involved about what they found, and how to reduce that anxiety and stress.

Episode Credits

  • Rob Ferrett Host
  • Veronica Rueckert Host
  • Kate Archer Kent Producer
  • Aarushi Agni Producer
  • Judith Siers-Poisson Producer
  • David Pate Guest
  • Simon Reynolds Guest
  • Dr. Vaile Wright Guest

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