Underrepresentation in health care, Wisconsin budget priorities

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A Doctor's Office
Subconsci Productions (CC BY-SA 2.0)

We learn about efforts to increase racial representation in health care to improve health outcomes. Then, we talk to a researcher about the priorities in Wisconsin budget negotiations between Governor Tony Evers and the Republican-led state legislature.

Featured in this Show

  • Underrepresentation among physicians can create health disparities

    Research shows that underrepresentation in health care can create health disparities. A provider working to shape the next generation of physicians joins us.

  • The budget priorities of Governor Evers and the GOP

    Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers announced his state budget proposal on Wednesday night, while the Republicans who control the state legislature have offered different ideas for state revenue and spending. We talk to a policy expert about how Wisconsin builds its biennial budget and what makes this year unique.

Episode Credits

  • Rob Ferrett Host
  • Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
  • Emilie Burditt Producer
  • Lee Rayburn Producer
  • Dr. Alyx Porter Guest
  • Mark Sommerhauser Guest