Rob Ferrett and Veronica Rueckert discuss the finding of asbestos fibers at a proposed mining site in Northern Wisconsin, and what’s behind the increase in consulting jobs in Wisconsin. Then, we’ll preview tonight’s FRONTLINE documentary on brain injury in major league football.
Featured in this Show
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Asbestos Fibers Found In Rock At Proposed Mining Site
Absestos fibers have been found in rocks at a proposed mining site in Northern Wisconsin, adding additional fuel to the fire in the mining debate. WPR’s reporter in Superior has the story.
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Epic Systems Spawns Lucrative Consulting Jobs
The growth of Epic Systems in Madison has spurred the growth of consulting companies that work with the healthcare software comapny.
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The NFL's Concussion Crisis
FRONTLINE producer and reporter Jim Gilmore shares his research on the effects of concussions and other brain injuries on professional football players. His documentary “League of Denial” airs on PBS affiliates at 8 p.m. on Tuesday, October 8.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Veronica Rueckert Host
- Chris Malina Producer
- Galen Druke Producer
- Mike Simonson Guest
- Kathleen Gallagher Guest
- Jim Gilmore Guest
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