How wolves impact the economy, Microsoft acquires gaming giant Activison-Blizzard

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We speak with an economist about how Wisconsin’s wolves affect the state’s roadways and economy. Then, we talk with an antitrust expert about Microsoft’s nearly $68 billion purchase of gaming company Activision-Blizzard.

Featured in this Show

  • How wolves weigh into Wisconsin's economy

    The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources says there were around 1,100 wolves in the state for the overwinter pre-hunt 2020-21 count. An economist explains how wolves make the state’s roadways safer and generate monetary benefits.

  • Microsoft deal comes after record year for corporate mergers

    Microsoft’s nearly $68 billion purchase of gaming giant Activision-Blizzard is one of the largest acquisitions in recent history. We talk with an antitrust expert about the move’s potential legal hurdles and merger sentiment in the U.S.

Episode Credits

  • Kate Archer Kent Host
  • Clara Neupert Producer
  • Royce Podeszwa Producer
  • Maria Lopez Technical Director
  • Corbett Grainger Guest
  • Wendy Arends Guest

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