Oil Train Safety Legislation, Wisconsin Shop Promotes Social Gaming, Irrational Parenting

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Cases of child abuse and kidnapping have been in decline for more than a decade, but many parents say they’re still uncomfortable letting their kids out of their front lawns. Our guest argues that we’re living in an age of irrational parenting. We also get the story behind a Wisconsin business promoting social gaming, and hear about legislation that would create new oil train safety regulations.

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  • Senator Baldwin Unveils Oil Train Safety Legislation

    Four United States senators, including Wisconsin’s Tammy Baldwin, unveiled legislation today that would set new safety standards for trains hauling crude oil throughout the country. The bill comes in response to the increase of crude oil travelling on the nation’s rails, as well as several high profile, fiery derailments. A rail safety advocate makes the case for the legislation, and breaks down what it would do.

  • The District Company Works To Build A Community Around Social Gaming

    The District Company in Eau Claire is trying to build a culture around people getting together and playing all kinds of games. One of the owners joins us to talk about how they’re building a community and bringing the social aspect back to gaming.

  • We Live In An Age Of Irrational Parenting

    National crime rates have been falling since the 1990s, but parents are increasingly reluctant to let their children out of their sight. An author and parent explains why she thinks we live in an age of irrational parenting.

Episode Credits

  • Veronica Rueckert Host
  • Chris Malina Producer
  • Amanda Magnus Producer
  • Alan Stankevitz Guest
  • Dustin Jepperson Guest
  • Jennifer Senior Guest