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8/23/13 8:00am |
Week in Review: August 23 - Activists and opposition leaders say the Syrian government killed at least 130 people this week in a chemical attack near Damascus. In the Week in Review, Joy Cardin and her guests of opposing political perspectives discuss how the U.S. should respond to the allegations. Plus, they weigh in on the retroactive pay increase for Capitol Police Chief David Erwin, a push to raise Wisconsin's speed limit to 70 miles per hour, and more of the top national and state news stories.
Guest(s): Joe Wineke , Keene Winters |
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8/23/13 8:00am |
Week In Review: August 23 - Activists and opposition leaders say the Syrian government killed at least 130 people this week in a chemical attack near Damascus. In the "Week in Review," Joy Cardin and her guests of opposing political perspectives discuss how the U.S. should respond to the allegations. Plus, they weigh in on the retroactive pay increase for Capitol Police Chief David Erwin, a push to raise Wisconsin’s speed limit to 70 miles per hour, and more of the top national and state news stories.
Guest(s): Joe Wineke , Keene Winters |
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8/23/13 7:00am |
Women Delaying Childbirth Into 40s - More and more women are opting to delay childbirth into their 40s and the popular belief is that they are frittering away their fertility. But according to Joy's guest, this is not the case. Large numbers of women between the ages of 35-44 are getting pregnant naturally. They'll discuss the many advantages women have with delaying childbirth.
Guest(s): Elizabeth Gregory |
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8/23/13 6:00am |
What To See And Do In The Wisconsin Dells - Labor Day is almost here, along with the start of the school year. As the final throes of summer approach, we’ll talk about one possible vacation destination—the Wisconsin Dells, home to roller coasters, water parks, and state parks. And with spas, restaurants, and wineries, Joy Cardin’s guest says, there’s also plenty for the “grown-ups” to do in the Dells.
Guest(s): Romy Snyder |
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8/23/13 6:00am |
What to See and Do in the Wisconsin Dells - Labor Day is almost here, along with the start of the school year. As the final throes of summer approach, we'll talk about one possible vacation destination-the Wisconsin Dells, home to roller coasters, water parks, and state parks. And with spas, restaurants, and wineries, Joy Cardin's guest says, there's also plenty for the "grown-ups" to do in the Dells.
Guest(s): Romy Snyder |
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8/22/13 8:00am |
The Internet Police - Over the decades, the Internet has been the scene of countless crimes, from unwanted "spam" e-mail to child pornography and unwanted spying via webcam. Joy Cardin's guest this hour talks about the history of the effort to solve and prevent these crimes-despite significant impediments posed by the decentralized, anonymous nature of the Internet-plus the tradeoffs for privacy and civil liberties.
Guest(s): Nate Anderson |
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8/22/13 8:00am |
The Internet Police - Over the decades, the Internet has been the scene of countless crimes, from unwanted "spam" e-mail to child pornography and unwanted spying via webcam. Joy Cardin's guest this hour talks about the history of the effort to solve and prevent these crimes-despite significant impediments posed by the decentralized, anonymous nature of the Internet-plus the tradeoffs for privacy and civil liberties.
Guest(s): Nate Anderson |
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8/22/13 7:30am |
Political Fallout Of Capitol Crackdown? - Dozens of protesters, including a teenage girl, a Madison alderman and an 85-year-old woman, have been arrested at the state Capitol building over the past month for not having permits. A journalist was also recently arrested for obstruction. Joy Cardin's guest political scientist discusses the political fallout that may occur from the Capitol crackdown.
Guest(s): Charley Jacobs |
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8/22/13 7:30am |
Political Fallout of Capitol Crackdown? - Dozens of protesters, including a teenage girl, a Madison alderman and an 85-year-old woman, have been arrested at the state Capitol building over the past month for not having permits. A journalist was also recently arrested for obstruction. Joy Cardin's guest political scientist discusses the political fallout that may occur from the Capitol crackdown.
Guest(s): Charley Jacobs |
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8/22/13 7:00am |
Illegal Pay Raise For Capitol Police Chief? - Democratic state Rep. Jon Richards says the retroactive salary increase for the Capitol Police chief is illegal and warrants a Legislative audit. Joy Cardin talks with Richards about why he says the pay raise violates state rules and what he's hoping comes from a potential investigation.
Guest(s): Jon Richards |
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8/22/13 6:00am |
Canning and Preserving Your Garden's Bounty - As you harvest the fruits and vegetables from your garden, you may want to consider canning or preserving some of your bounty so you can enjoy a taste of summer during the long, cold winter. Joy Cardin's guest food preservation expert shares some tips on how to safely can, dry and preserve your produce, and welcomes your questions and comments.
Guest(s): Barbara Ingham |
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8/22/13 6:00am |
Canning And Preserving Your Garden's Bounty - As you harvest the fruits and vegetables from your garden, you may want to consider canning or preserving some of your bounty so you can enjoy a taste of summer during the long, cold winter. Joy Cardin's guest food preservation expert shares some tips on how to safely can, dry and preserve your produce, and welcomes your questions and comments
Guest(s): Barbara Ingham |
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8/21/13 8:00am |
The Common Credo and how we can agree in politics. - Is America as divided as some say it is? According to Joy Cardin's guest, neither liberals nor conservatives have the answers to solve either our current economic woes or other problems the majority of Americans care about. Instead, he says, the key to moving forward is to look back to the Founding Fathers, whose definition of freedom can unite Americans and provide clear policy solutions. We'll discuss his proposed "common credo" for American governance after 8.
Guest(s): John Schwarz |
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8/21/13 7:00am |
Big Question: Boycott Sochi Olympics? - Russia's new law targeting homosexual propaganda has prompted calls to boycott the 2014 Winter Olympic Games in Sochi (SO-chee). Also, Republican U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham had supported a boycott due to Russia granting asylum to NSA leaker Edward Snowden. Joy Cardin's guest Russia expert explains why she says a boycott is unlikely to succeed, but that the games are helping to put the country's human rights violations in the spotlight. Plus, weigh in on this week's Big Question: Should the U.S. boycott the Russian Olympics? Online poll: www.wpr.org/joy
Guest(s): Sasha de Vogel |
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8/21/13 6:00am |
Inside Whistleblower Laws - The biggest fraud case in Wisconsin's history is being investigated by the Department of Justice and involves the sale of drugs by a pharmaceutical company without a prescription. The case has garnered national attention. Joy Cardin's guest discusses whistleblower laws and how this case came to light.
Guest(s): Nola Cross |
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8/20/13 9:00pm |
On Your Money: August 20 - A prominent fast-food chain is taking some heat for helping its workers spend less money. In this week's edition of On Your Money, Joy Cardin and financial planner Kevin McKinley discuss what the uproar was about and how it may cost the company money. Plus, he has advice for retirees on how much money they can spend each month, and some tips on saving money on your kids' school lunches.
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8/20/13 8:00am |
On Your Money: August 20 - A prominent fast-food chain is taking some heat for helping its workers spend less money. In this week's edition of On Your Money, Joy Cardin and financial planner Kevin McKinley discuss what the uproar was about and how it may cost the company money. Plus, he has advice for retirees on how much money they can spend each month, and some tips on saving money on your kids' school lunches.
Guest(s): Kevin McKinley |
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8/20/13 7:00am |
Speed Limit 70 MPH in Wisconsin? - Under a bill being crafted in the state Legislature, Wisconsin's speed limit on interstates and other highways would rise from 65 to 70 miles per hour. Joy Cardin's guest lawmaker discusses what he says is "a common sense, straightforward" approach. Her second guest says speed limits should be based on how fast free-flowing traffic is moving. Then, her guest critic says higher speed limits lead to more crashes and more traffic deaths.
Guest(s): Paul Tittl , John Bowman , Russ Rader |
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8/20/13 6:00am |
The Beloit Mindset List: Class of 2017 - The incoming college class of 2017 will be digitally well-connected and more in debt than their parents. It's unlikely that they've ever had chicken pox, but if they did, they'd happily share it. What else shapes the mindset of this year's college freshmen? Joy Cardin's guests discuss the latest Beloit Mindset List, after 6.
Guest(s): Tom McBride , Ron Nief |
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8/19/13 9:00pm |
African Americans and the Foreclosure Crisis - The foreclosure crisis has turned more than ten million people from their homes since 2007, evaporating the equity families had invested in those homes. Joy Cardin's guest says this hit African American families especially hard, and is another setback in a struggle for home that has plagued them since the days of slavery.
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