Humming while you walk could be a boost for your health. We talk about some of the unique benefits from specific types of walking with the author of a new book on the activity. And a Marquette researcher tells us why a lot of rural Wisconsin towns are more walkable than suburbs. And a political scientist breaks down some of the tensions playing out in the national and state Republican party.
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Walking's surprising benefits, and walking in rural Wisconsin
We learn some different ways to think about the activity — and benefits — of walking. Then a researcher shares the results of data he analyzed looking at the walkability of rural Wisconsin towns.
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GOP divisions over the 2020 election, January 6 insurrection
The Republican National Committee recently sanctioned two Republican members of Congress, and deemed the January 6 insurrection “legitimate political discourse.” We look at the divide over those moves in the GOP, and talk about divisions that remain among Wisconsin Republicans over the 2020 election.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
- Tim Peterson Producer
- Rachael Vasquez Producer
- Annabel Streets Guest
- John D. Johnson Guest
- Susan Johnson Guest
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