A military historian gives us some context around President-elect Joe Biden’s pick to be the next Secretary of Defense, and why that person might be controversial. Then we talk to a Madison artist and art teacher about their project to communicate about the health of the Great Lakes using trash collected from them. And a law professor explains changes that have just taken effect on the U.S. citizenship test.
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Biden's Defense Secretary Pick Raises Concerns About Civil-Military Relations
President-elect Joe Biden will nominate retired General Lloyd Austin to be Secretary of Defense, a position that’s historically been held by civilians. We talk with a military historian about what the move means for the balance of power between civilians and military officials in the Pentagon.
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Artist Books Explore Beauty And Fragility of Great Lakes Ecosystem
A Wisconsin artist is getting people to think about the ecosystem of the Great Lakes through unique books filled with items she’s found on their beaches. She joins us to talk about her work and what she hopes people take away from it.
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Changes To The US Citizenship Test Now In Effect
Changes to the United States citizenship test went into effect this month, adding different questions and a new passing score. Some of those changes are raising concern for their political leanings. We talk with an expert on immigration law about what’s changing.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
- Dean Knetter Producer
- Richard Kohn Guest
- Geo Rutherford Guest
- Steven Lubet Guest
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