New national COVID-19 vaccine requirements, The how of seasonal smells, Milwaukee Recreation earns accreditation

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A syringe is prepared with the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine at a clinic
In this Sept. 14, 2021 photo, a syringe is prepared with the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine at a clinic at the Reading Area Community College in Reading, Pa. President Joe Biden has directed OSHA to write a rule requiring employers with at least 100 workers to force employees to get vaccinated or produce weekly test results showing they are virus free. Matt Rourke/AP Photo

A vaccine law expert helps us understand how a new requirement from the Biden administration could look in practice. Then a neuroscientist explains why we find comfort in familiar odors, including holiday ones. And we learn about a national distinction for Milwaukee Recreation.

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Episode Credits

  • Rob Ferrett Host
  • Tyler Ditter Technical Director
  • Bill Martens Producer
  • Colleen Leahy Producer
  • Brian Abramson Guest
  • Veronica O'Keane Guest

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