Electricity Rates, Congressional Check-In, One-In-Eight Birds Threatened With Extinction

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According to a new report, one-in-eight bird species are now threatened by extinction. We talk with a writer about the important role birds play in the world’s ecosystems, and what can be done to protect them well into the future. Then, we discuss proposed changes to electricity rates in Wisconsin, and find out what issues are in front of Congress this week.

Featured in this Show

  • Wisconsin Utility Companies Seeking Change To Electricity Rates

    Utility companies in Wisconsin are looking to change the way they charge for electricity. An energy researcher explains the proposed change, and what it would mean for utility companies and their consumers.

  • This Week In Congress – September 10, 2014

    USA Today Politics and Congress Editor Paul Singer joins Central Time for his weekly update on happenings in Congress.

  • Report: One-In-Eight Bird Species Threatened With Extinction

    According to a new report, one-in-eight bird species is threatened with extinction around the world. A writer talks about the important role birds play in the world’s ecosystems, and what can be done to protect them.

Episode Credits

  • Rob Ferrett Host
  • Veronica Rueckert Host
  • Chris Malina Producer
  • Galen Druke Producer
  • Steve Kihm Guest
  • Paul Singer Guest
  • Alanna Mitchell Guest

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