Nine Wisconsin counties will be asking residents for their ideas on marijuana legalization this November. We talk about the push for medicinal and recreational use in the nation and our state. We also hear about whether or not 80s PBS star Bob Ross,well known for painting his “happy little trees”, is taken seriously enough in the art world and we discuss a preliminary NAFTA deal between the U.S. and Mexico, announced Monday by President Trump.
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U.S., Mexico Reach Preliminary Deal On NAFTA
The United States and Mexico have reached a preliminary bilateral agreement on the North American Free Trade Agreement. We talk to a reporter about the implications of a sweeping new deal, and whether Canada is likely to go along with the changes.
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The Growing Fanbase Of 'Happy Little Trees' Painter Bob Ross
The fanbase of public television host and instructor of “The Joy of Painting” is growing, and so is their interest in making a bigger name for Bob Ross in the art world. We talk to a reporter about the Bob Ross revival and where his place is in the art world.
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A Look At Local And State Pot Initiatives On The November Ballot
Four more states – North Dakota, Michigan, Utah and Missouri – could legalize marijuana in some form this November. In addition, nine Wisconsin counties will be asking pot-related advisory referendum questions. We examine the growing push for medicinal and recreational marijuana use.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Judith Siers-Poisson Host
- J. Carlisle Larsen Host
- Rachael Vasquez Producer
- Natalie Guyette Producer
- Bill Martens Producer
- Megan Cassella Guest
- Kelly Crow Guest
- Sam Kamin Guest
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