How The Media Can Handle Suicide Responsibly, Wisconsin Primary Election Results, On Congress

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After the death of Robin Williams, some have criticized the media for how they’re covering the story. We talk to an expert on suicide and the media about how to cover the topic sensitively. Then we discuss primary election results in Wisconsin and learn about what Congress is up to this week.

Featured in this Show

  • Reporting On Suicide: How Media Can Handle Suicide Responsibly

    After the death of Robin Williams, there has been criticism over some of the media coverage. An expert on suicide and the media talks about how to cover the topic sensitively–and avoid inspiring others to attempt suicide.

  • Analyzing The 2014 Wisconsin Primary Election

    A political analyst will break down the winners and losers from Tuesday’s election, and preview the upcoming midterm elections.

  • This Week In Congress – August 13, 2014

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

Episode Credits

  • Rob Ferrett Host
  • Veronica Rueckert Host
  • Madelyn Gould Guest
  • Mordecai Lee Guest
  • Paul Singer Guest
  • Chris Malina Producer
  • Galen Druke Producer