Live music resurgence, State Supreme Court conflicts

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Lights from a stage illuminate the dark sky. The silhouette of an attendee with arms extended can be seen in front of the lights.
A fan lifts his arms as Jai Wolf performs a DJ set Thursday, Sept. 2, 2021, during Summerfest in Milwaukee, Wis. Angela Major/WPR

We talk to a live music and culture historian about how the industry has bounced back from the pandemic, led by Taylor Swift. Then, a law professor joins us to go through the early conflicts in the new State Supreme Court.

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Episode Credits

  • Rob Ferrett Host
  • A. Emily Ralph Technical Director
  • Lorin Cox Producer
  • Colleen Leahy Producer
  • Steve Waksman Guest
  • Chad Oldfather Guest