A cybersecurity expert join us to explain why some lawmakers are seeking to ban Tik Tok in the United States. Then, a recovery center director and a policy expert join us to look at the opioid epidemic in Milwaukee and across Wisconsin.
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Lawmakers want TikTok banned from government devices. How much of a security risk does it pose?
A bill that would ban TikTok on government devices recently passed the U.S. Senate, and it’s not the only legislation of its type. We talk with a cybersecurity expert about what’s behind the recent push to regulate the popular video app.
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Overdose deaths in Milwaukee set to break record for fourth year in a row
More than 500 people died in Milwaukee County last year because of fentanyl, and even more deaths are expected this year. We talk to the director of a drug recovery center in Milwaukee about what she’s seen. Then, a policy expert shares his thoughts on how Milwaukee should spend the $70 million in opioid settlement money it’s set to receive.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Trina La Susa Technical Director
- Lorin Cox Producer
- Tim Peterson Producer
- Colleen Leahy Producer
- Dave Schroeder Guest
- Glenda O. Hampton Guest
- Rob Henken Guest
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