Mining In Wisconsin, Maternal Healthcare In U.S., Market Cooking

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Wisconsin’s state Assembly passed a bill that lifts a moratorium on mining for gold, copper, and other sulfides in the state. A reporter shares the details. The rate of pregnancy related deaths for mothers in the United States is higher than any other developed country. We find out what’s holding back the state of maternal health care and what efforts are showing promise to improve it. We’re also joined by a chef to discover how fresh ingredients can make us reimagine our favorite flavors and dishes.

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  • Bill Lifts Moratorium On Sulfide Mining In Wisconsin

    Wisconsin state Assembly passed a bill that lifts a moratorium on mining for gold, copper, and other sulfides in the state. Supporters say the legislation would be an economic boost for northern Wisconsin, while conservationists and tribes have said that it hurts the environmental integrity of Wisconsin. A reporter shares the details with us.

  • Maternal Healthcare In The U.S. Ranked Worst Among Developed Countries

    The U.S. has the highest rate of maternal deaths in the developed world. We take a look at why maternal healthcare in our country has fallen so far behind.

  • Food Friday: Market Cooking With David Tanis

    Acclaimed chef and writer David Tanis shares his philosophy of “market cooking” on this Food Friday. The philosophy centers on being inspired by the ingredients that are freshest at the market. He shares his techniques and tips for cooking with vegetables and other ingredients, as well as a few recipes.

    What are some of your favorite ingredients to incorporate into your cooking? What do you look for as inspiration when you go shopping? What’s your favorite kind of simple cooking? What local ingredients are you cooking with this season?

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Episode Credits

  • Rob Ferrett Host
  • Haleema Shah Producer
  • Karl Christenson Producer
  • Amanda Magnus Producer
  • Laurel White Guest
  • Robin Fields Guest
  • David Tanis Guest

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