A political scientist tells us why she has hope for the U.S. to repair its fractured democracy. Then, we talk to a Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources expert about the start of musky fishing season in the state. Later, two Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel reporters share their investigation into problems at a veterans home in Wisconsin.
Featured in this Show
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Political scientist: How to pull democracy back from the brink
A political scientist talks about the ways in which American democracy is damaged, and what it will take to repair it.
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A preview of musky season in northern Wisconsin
A DNR fisheries biologist joins the show to talk about the kickoff to musky season in northern Wisconsin, and to look at musky population management across the state.
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Investigation: A veterans home in Racine among the most troubled in the country
A Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel investigation found that among 117 CMS-certified veterans homes in the nation, Union Grove in Racine County ranks in the top five for violations and fines. The reporters share their findings.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
- Colleen Leahy Producer
- Rachael Vasquez Producer
- Julia Azari Guest
- Zach Lawson Guest
- Daphne Chen Guest
- John Diedrich Guest
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