Criticism Of Walker’s Self-Insurance Plan, Lawyer Turned Chocolatier, Historic Airplane Coming Home, Aftermath Of Failed Health Care Bill

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Those who grew up during the 1950s and 60s in Wisconsin likely remember North Central Airlines and its signature plane, the DC-3. One of the aircraft is being restored to its former glory and may soon be returning home to the Sheboygan area. We talk with an aviation expert about the DC-3 he located and the history of North Central. We also discuss the political aftermath President Trump is left with following the failure of the American Health Care Act. During Wisconsin Life, the story of the lawyer who became a chocolatier. Plus, we find out why Governor Walker’s self-insurance plan was met with skepticism from the state’s budget committee.

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Episode Credits

  • Rob Ferrett Host
  • Veronica Rueckert Host
  • Haleema Shah Producer
  • Dean Knetter Producer
  • David Wahlberg Guest
  • Jon Helminiak Guest