A human ecology professor shares the political and policy factors that play into school lunches in Wisconsin. Then, a Wisconsin meteorologist shares the latest on Hurricane Idalia hitting the coast of Florida. Later, we talk to a journalism professor about how to build more trust between local media and their audiences.
Featured in this Show
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The politics of school lunch
As kids head back to school, we take a look at the politics of school lunch, including compensation issues among school lunch workers, parental involvement with school meals, and the role of farmers in school lunches.
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2023 hurricane season gaining strength
It’s been an above-average hurricane season in the Atlantic this year. A local meteorologist brings us the latest, including updates on Hurricane Idalia, which made landfall in Florida earlier today.
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How to build more trust and engagement between journalists and audiences
Technological changes and attacks on media have eroded public trust in journalism and the news media. A UW-Madison journalism professor joins us to share her new book on how journalists can better engage their communities and build trust with their audiences.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
- Tyler Ditter Technical Director
- Colleen Leahy Producer
- Richelle Wilson Producer
- Lorin Cox Producer
- Jennifer Gaddis Guest
- Jonathan Erdman Guest
- Sue Robinson Guest
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