Irreverent Poetry For Parents, Working In A COVID-19 Emergency Room, How To Still Enjoy The Outdoors During The Coronavirus Restrictions

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An author shares poetry that addresses both the challenges and joys of parenthood. A Wisconsin nurse practitioner shares her experiences working in a COVID-19 ER in New York City. And we talk with a naturalist about some ways to still take advantage of our natural spaces while observing social distancing.

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Episode Credits

  • Rob Ferrett Host
  • Tim Peterson Producer
  • Judith Siers-Poisson Producer
  • Bill Martens Producer
  • John Kenney Guest
  • Jackie Christianson Guest
  • David Mizejewski Guest

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