As the United States looks ahead to potential military conflicts in the future, some say we should have a universal draft. Rob Ferrett and Veronica Rueckert discuss the debate over whether or not this is a good idea. They also talk to a physics professor about how math and physics can be used to understand some of the coolest things in science fiction and fantasy, from teleportation to interstellar travel. And they talk about to a state capitol reporter about the vote to remove Representative Bill Kramer from his role as Majority Leader in the state Assembly.
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Assembly Republicans Unanimously Vote To Oust Bill Kramer As Majority Leader
Today Wisconsin State Assembly Republicans unanimously voted to remove Representative Bill Kramer over sexual harassment allegations. WPR’s State Capitol Reporter was at the vote and gives us an on-the-ground report.
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Using Physics And Math To Understand Popular Science Fiction, Fantasy
From teleportation to interstellar travel, and everything in between, a professor of physics talks about using math and physics to try and explain the cool stuff seen in popular science fiction and fantasy.
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Should We Have A Universal Draft?
The United States is winding down its involvement in Afghanistan after over a decade in the region, but potential conflicts with Syria and Iran weigh over Congress. As the United States weighs further military use in the 21st century some say a universal draft is in order. Those in favor say it would force the government to be more cautious if they had to consider sending their own children into war. Harper’s executive editor James Marcus lays out the debate: should there be a universal draft?
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Veronica Rueckert Host
- Amanda Magnus Producer
- Chris Malina Producer
- Galen Druke Producer
- Shawn Johnson Guest
- Charles Adler Guest
- James Marcus Guest
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