The rise in youth voting, We should talk about menopause

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Signs showing voters where to enter the Blackhawk Middle School polling place on Madison's north side
Signs showing voters where to enter the Blackhawk Middle School polling place on Madison’s north side on Nov. 3, 2020. Steven Potter/WPR

New U.S. Census Bureau data show Wisconsin at the top of young voter turnout nationwide in last November’s elections. We talk about what’s driving young voters to the polls. Then we discuss navigating menopause with a health reporter and author of a new book on the topic.

Featured in this Show

  • Breaking down Wisconsin's high youth voter turnout

    Wisconsin’s youth voter turnout in last November’s midterm elections was the highest in the nation, according to new data from the U.S. Census Bureau. An expert on civic learning and engagement and a student voting organizer tell us what’s bringing younger voters to the polls, and why Wisconsin stands out above the rest.

  • An entertaining guide to menopause

    A mental and physical health reporter shares some of her personal experience, and reported knowledge, about navigating the still-taboo topic of menopause.

Episode Credits

  • Rob Ferrett Host
  • Trina La Susa Technical Director
  • Lorin Cox Producer
  • Colleen Leahy Producer
  • Abby Kiesa Guest
  • Amanjot Kaur Guest
  • Jancee Dunn Guest

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