GOP Bills Target School Fundraising Practices, Wisconsin’s Paranormal Investigators, Autism On Sesame Street

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Sesame Street has created a character with autism to reduce the stigma associated with the disorder. Our guest explains how this move will help familiarize kids with autism, and how it can make a difference. We also explore some of Wisconsin’s haunted areas with a couple paranormal investigators, and we get the latest on state GOP bills that would change the way schools can raise money.

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  • Sesame Street Introduces A Character With Autism

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Episode Credits

  • Rob Ferrett Host
  • Matt Oleson Producer
  • Karl Christenson Producer
  • Amanda Magnus Producer
  • Molly Beck Guest
  • Chad Lewis Guest
  • Apoorva Mandavilli Guest