How To Prevent Political Violence, Coronavirus Cases Rise On Menominee Reservation, New Apples

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protesters carry rifles near the steps of the Michigan State Capitol building
In this April 15, 2020 file photo, protesters carry rifles near the steps of the Michigan State Capitol building in Lansing, Mich. Paul Sancya/AP Photo

We discuss politics-related violence, and how it’s tolerated in America, with a journalist. Then a physician from the Menominee reservation talks with us about the rise in coronavirus cases they’re seeing recently. And an orchard owner shares some recommendations for uncommon apple varieties to sample this fall.

Featured in this Show

  • Avoiding Political Violence In An Angry Election Year

    Surveys show the number of Americans saying they’re comfortable with political violence has grown over the last several years. We talk about how we can all try to avoid it, and look at what we can learn from countries where political violence is common.

  • Menominee Reservation Sees Sharp Incline In COVID-19 Cases

    Though cases of COVID-19 largely remained in check on the Menominee reservation over the summer, they spiked last month, leaving some hospitalized or in serious condition. Some infants were infected. We get an update on the virus’ impact within the reservation.

  • Beyond The Tried-And-True Favorites: Apple Varieties To Try This Fall

    There’s McIntosh, Cortland and Honey Crisp, but what do you know about the Macoun, Fireside or Connell Red? We talk with a Wisconsin orchard owner about what lies beyond apple season’s greatest hits.

Episode Credits

  • Rob Ferrett Host
  • Dean Knetter Producer
  • Laura Pavin Producer
  • Natalie Guyette Producer
  • Amanda Ripley Guest
  • Dr. Amy Slagle Guest
  • Kurt Leiterman Guest
  • Sarah Hopefl Technical Director

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