Why Compliments Are Important, A History Of Shutdowns, Wisconsin News Roundup

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Pam Harrison participates in a federal workers protest rally at the Federal Building Thursday, Jan., 10, 2019, in Ogden, Utah. Rick Bowmer/AP Photo

Today marks the twentieth day of the partial government shutdown, tying it for the longest government shutdown in U.S. history. We take a look at past shutdowns to get more context about the current situation. We also hear from a psychology professor about how to give authentic compliments and talk about this week’s top Wisconsin news.

Featured in this Show

  • State News Roundup – January 11, 2019

    Wisconsin-based retailer Shopko is filing for bankruptcy this month. We find out about the impact the move will have on employees and customers. We also look at the effects of the ongoing government shutdown in Wisconsin, including on craft brewers and meteorologists. Plus, ski lift speed dating!

  • Give More Compliments In 2019

    Do you remember a time that someone gave you a compliment? A genuine compliment can feel good to give and even better to receive. We talk to a psychology professor about how to effectively give compliments, at the appropriate times, and why it could be a simple boost in your life.

  • How Government Shutdowns Have Changed Over Time

    As the partial federal government shutdown logged its twenty first day Friday, it became tied for the longest government shutdown in U.S. history. We talk to an expert on the federal budgeting process about the history of shutdowns and how they’ve turned into the high-stakes negotiating battles we see today.

Episode Credits

  • Rob Ferrett Host
  • Derrell Connor Host
  • Dean Knetter Producer
  • Natalie Guyette Producer
  • Rachael Vasquez Producer
  • Rob Mentzer Guest
  • Nate Kornell Guest
  • Roy Meyers Guest

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