Training Better Science Writers, Quarantine Rules And Coronavirus, State Of The Union Recap

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President Trump delivers the State of the Union address on Jan. 30, 2018. Pablo Martinez Monsivais/AP Photo

A science journalist tells us about what goes into helping develop and improve other journalists working in her field. Then we look at Wisconsin’s quarantine rules, in the context of the Coronavirus outbreak. And we look back at last night’s State of the Union address.

Featured in this Show

  • The Science Behind Writing About Science

    We talk with the editor of a resource for aspiring science journalists about a new publication that breaks down some key elements of writing well about science.

  • How Do Public Health Officials In Wisconsin Prepare For Outbreaks Like Coronavirus?

    China has instituted severe quarantine procedures to try to stem the spread of the coronavirus, but what does that process look like in Wisconsin? We talk to a public health expert about the state’s rules around quarantines, and how local public health officials get ready for an outbreak.

  • A Look At The 2020 State Of The Union Address

    President Trump delivered his third State of the Union address Tuesday night, amid an impeachment trial into his conduct and the official start of the 2020 presidential election. We break down what he said, and what it tells us about Trump’s priorities for the last year of his first term in office.

Episode Credits

  • Rob Ferrett Host
  • Kealey Bultena Host
  • Tim Peterson Producer
  • Rachael Vasquez Producer
  • Siri Carpenter Guest
  • Dr. Patrick Remington Guest
  • Kathleen Dolan Guest
  • Kealey Bultena Interviewer

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