The 1960s and 70s may have been the peak of popular protest music, but political songs continue today. A music historian takes us through the past and present of protest songs. We also hear about the recovery effort behind the comeback of bald eagles in Wisconsin.
Featured in this Show
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How protest music has changed over the decades
The 1960s and 70s are remembered as an era of protest music, but songs continue to serve as political expression for musicians. We explore how protest music has changed over the decades and what forms it takes today.
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The great eagle comeback in Wisconsin
We discuss how bald eagles have rebounded in a big way in Wisconsin, after the raptors’ population had dropped to critical numbers several decades ago.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
- Lorin Cox Producer
- Tim Peterson Producer
- Alexander Shashko Guest
- Kathy Smith Guest
- Rich Staffen Guest
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