Brewers Season Preview, UW-Parkside To Test CBD Products, Media Critique Post-Mueller Probe

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A Milwaukee Brewers fan reads through the Spring Training Guide prior to a spring training baseball game between the Texas Rangers and the Brewers, Saturday, March 23, 2019, in Surprise, Ariz. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)

UW-Parkside plans to be one of the first universities in the state equipped with a lab to test hemp or cannabis products for THC. We learn more about the motivation and how students will be involved. We also discuss the state of the news media following the two-year investigation into whether President Donald Trump colluded with Russia during the 2016 campaign. Plus, we hear one sports reporter’s take on how much stake we should put in the Brewers this season. Play ball!

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  • Are The Brewers World Series Bound In 2019?

    The Milwaukee Brewers were one win shy of making it to the World Series last year. On this opening day, we recap what happened over the winter, preview the upcoming season and explore whether they can get over the hump in 2019.

  • What Now For The News Media After Mueller Probe Coverage?

    After the Mueller report concluded that there was no collusion between President Donald Trump and Russia during the 2016 campaign, our guest says the news media needs to do some soul-searching. He discusses how he says news outlets largely underperformed during the two-year investigation and what they can do to regain their credibility.

  • UW-Parkside Plans To Become Testing Facility For CBD And Other Products

    UW-Parkside plans to be one of the first universities in the state to have a lab with the equipment needed to test a product or plant for THC potency, a move that they say could help local farmers and businesses feel more secure about their product. We hear more about the new lab equipment and the university’s plans.

Episode Credits

  • Rob Ferrett Host
  • Bill Martens Producer
  • Natalie Guyette Producer
  • Bill Martens Interviewer
  • JR Radcliffe Guest
  • Jeffrey McCall Guest
  • Emmanuel Otu Guest
  • Lori Allen Guest

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