Scott Pruitt Resigns As Head Of EPA, Wisconsin Insurers Sue Federal Government, Classic Summer Foods

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If you’re already growing a bit tired of your summer food rotation of brats, hot dogs, and ice cream, our Food Friday guest may have some ideas for you. We learn how to put new twists on classic summer staples. We also discuss why several insurers are suing the Federal Government over Affordable Care Act issues and take a look at a top news story.

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  • Scott Pruitt Resigns As Head Of EPA

    Scott Pruitt resigned Thursday as the head of the Environmental Protection Agency amid a string of scandals that have plagued him for several months. We speak to Nick Juliano of Politico PRO about Pruitt’s tenure and his interim replacement, Andrew Wheeler.

  • Health Insurers Sue Federal Government Over Delayed And Reduced ACA Payments

    More than 100 health insurers, including some Wisconsin-based companies, are suing the federal government for delaying reimbursements through the Affordable Care Act. We talk to Guy Boulton of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel to learn more about the legal action and what it might mean for the future of the ACA.

  • Food Friday: All-American Summer Classics

    When you think of classic American fare for summer, burgers, hot dogs, brats, potato salad and cherry pie may come to mind. In this week’s edition of Food Friday, we discuss how to put a fresh spin on our summer spreads and welcome your favorite dishes.

Episode Credits

  • Judith Siers-Poisson Host
  • Chris Malina Host
  • J. Carlisle Larsen Producer
  • Bill Martens Producer
  • Nick Juliano Guest
  • Guy Boulton Guest
  • Anna Thomas Bates Guest

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