For those with visual impairments, crossing a busy street can be a challenging task unless it’s one of the small number of crosswalks in the state that have audible traffic signals. We learn more about the experience of pedestrians with vision impairments and other options that could help. We also hear about how to make this weekend’s grilling experience even better and take a look at a plan to freeze pay raises for federal pay raises.
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President Trump Cancels Scheduled Pay Raises For Federal Employees
President Trump announced plans to cancel a pay raise for federal workers scheduled to take effect in January. We talk with an economics reporter about the reasoning for the move and how Congress might respond.
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Challenges Faced By Visually Impaired Pedestrians
Audible traffic signals can be a tremendous help to blind and visually impaired pedestrians, but they are installed in only a tiny fraction of Wisconsin’s intersections. We’ll learn what it’s like to navigate those crossings, and what other options can help.
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How To Grill And Smoke Meat Like A Pro
The grill is hot. Now what? At the final stretch of backyard barbecue season, a chef gives tips and tricks on how to grill and smoke meat to perfection.
Episode Credits
- Judith Siers-Poisson Host
- Kate Archer Kent Host
- Dean Knetter Producer
- Judith Siers-Poisson Producer
- Kate Archer Kent Producer
- Kate Davidson Guest
- Denise Jess Guest
- Dave Heide Guest
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