Rob Ferrett and Veronica Rueckert investigate how a DNR iron ore mine became a political hot potato this month, then search for commonality between two Wisconsin senators. They’ll also check in on threats to Monarch butterfly migration and explore a Wisconsin college with toasty underground tunnels.
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Two Senators Have Only A State In Common
Wisconsin Senators Rob Johnson and Tammy Baldwin are the most polarized pair of colleagues in the U.S. Senate. A reporter examines the differences between these Senators.
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Seasonal Monarch Migration In Danger Of Disappearing
Leading experts announced on Wednesday that the seasonal Monarch Butterfly migration between North America and Mexico may be in danger of disappearing entirely. Monarchs have been migrating to Mexico in steadily decreasing numbers and this year their colonies hit a record low.
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Underground Tunnels Keep Students Warm
While the bitter cold snap has students on most Wisconsin campuses shivering in their boots, Concordia University’s students walk to class in shorts – thanks to an underground tunnel network.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Veronica Rueckert Host
- Amanda Magnus Producer
- Galen Druke Producer
- Marika Suval Producer
- Jeremy Peters Guest
- Lincoln P. Brower Guest
- Craig McCarthy Guest
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