Program promotes exercise to face trauma, Dodgeville mayor outlines goals

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A woman runs up a trail during sunset.
A woman runs up a trail during sunset. Cameron Venti (CC0)

Dodgeville’s mayor discusses how the community is navigating its challenges, such as affordable housing. But first, a sociologist explains how a Milwaukee program is seeking to address individual and community trauma through exercise.

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Episode Credits

  • Kate Archer Kent Host
  • Clara Neupert Producer
  • Joe Tarr Producer
  • Maria Lopez Technical Director
  • Amber Tucker Guest
  • Todd Novak Guest

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