Making Parks And Beaches Accessible, 19th Amendment Anniversary, Conspiracy Theories

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Gov. Tony Evers gives his first State of the State address in Madison, Wisconsin, at the state Capitol building on Jan. 22, 2019. Here, his wife Kathy Evers waves from the balcony. Emily Hamer/Wisconsin Center for Investigative Journalism

We talk with Governor Tony Evers and First Lady Kathy Evers about the centennial celebration for Wisconsin ratifying the 19th Amendment. We also hear about efforts to make public parks more accessible and discuss how conspiracy theories have figured into our mainstream politics and society.

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  • Wisconsin Governor, First Lady Discuss 100th Anniversary Of State's 19th Amendment Ratification

    On June 10, 1919, Wisconsin became the first state in the nation to ratify the 19th Amendment, which gave women the right to vote. Now, 100 years later, celebrations are underway. We hear from Governor Tony Evers and First Lady Kathy Evers about how they’re honoring the women’s suffrage movement, as well as finding new ways to educate citizens about Wisconsin’s role in it.

  • Making Milwaukee Parks And Beaches More Accessible

    An initiative in Milwaukee aims to make public spaces–such as parks and lake beaches–more accessible to people with disabilities. We’ll talk to the head of The Ability Center about what projects they are working on in the city.

  • Considering The Effect Of Conspiracy Theories On The American Psyche

    While conspiracy theories have long been a part of American consciousness, there’s a new surge of conspiracism according to our guest author. We discuss the state of modern conspiracy theories, consider the causes that help them take hold, and look at the future of American society.

Episode Credits

  • Rob Ferrett Host
  • Rachael Vasquez Producer
  • Chris Malina Producer
  • J. Carlisle Larsen Producer
  • Breann Schossow Producer
  • Tim Peterson Producer
  • Governor Tony Evers Guest
  • Kathy Evers Guest
  • Damian Buchman Guest
  • Anna Merlan Guest
  • Michele Gerard Good Technical Director

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