State Budget Votes, National Politics Update, Doing Things Alone

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Recent studies show doing things alone, like seeing a movie or going to dinner, can be just as fun as doing them with a friend. Our guest gives us some tips on how to be comfortable doing things alone. We also cover the latest news out of Washington in our weekly politics roundup, and talk about what Wisconsin lawmakers are up to this week, including votes on some of Governor Walker’s budget proposals.

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    It’s a busy week for the Wisconsin State Legislature, including votes on budget proposals, among other things. WPR’s state government reporter discusses the latest news from under the Capitol dome.

  • This Week In Washington – June 24, 2015

    Harry Enten, senior political writer and analyst for FiveThirtyEight, joins Central Time for our weekly look at the most pressing issues in national politics.

  • Anxious About Going Out Alone? Research Suggests You're Missing Out

    For many people, going to a place or participating in an activity alone is unappealing, and sometimes fear-inducing. But a new study suggests that going to places alone has benefits. A writer breaks down the latest research.

Episode Credits

  • Rob Ferrett Host
  • Veronica Rueckert Host
  • Chris Malina Producer
  • Galen Druke Producer
  • Shawn Johnson Guest
  • Harry Enten Guest
  • Jesse Singal Guest

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