The Art Of The Side Dish, Electric Trucks On The Way, How Wisconsin Handles Lead Abatement In Light Of The New EPA Rules

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We’re putting the side dish front and center this Food Friday. Our guest argues main dishes need a strong supporting cast. Then, after the Amazon announced a major van contract for electric vehicle maker Rivian, we talk to an auto journalist about this startup company. And we talk about how communities in Wisconsin are dealing with lead contamination abatement.

Featured in this Show

  • Food Friday: Side Dishes Edition

    Potatoes, vegetables, breads… according to our guest, side dishes may be sidekicks, but they can make or break a meal. We talk about how sides can elevate the dining experience, share tips and recipes, and invite you to tell us about your favorite side dishes.

  • How Wisconsin Handles Lead Abatement In Light Of The New EPA Rules

    The EPA unveiled its newest guidelines to combat lead contamination in drinking water on Thursday in Green Bay. We’ll talk about lead abatement projects in Wisconsin and what needs to be done to reduce lead poisoning, especially in children.

  • Electric Vehicle Company Rivian Scores Amazon Order

    Electric automaker Rivian will be producing 100,000 delivery vans for Amazon. We talk with an automotive journalist about the rise of the company and its future in the public vehicle market.

Episode Credits

  • Rob Ferrett Host
  • Bill Martens Producer
  • J. Carlisle Larsen Producer
  • Tim Peterson Producer
  • Dan Zuccarello Guest
  • John Arendt Guest
  • Micheline Maynard Guest

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