It is April Fool’s Day, but do we really know what makes things funny? It can often feel innate, but Veronica Rueckert hears from two authors who traveled to world to uncover the science behind humor. Then she explores a new photo project portraying the lives of Native Americans around the country. She’ll also find out why Wisconsin was the worst state in the nation, according to a new report, when it comes to the well-being of African-American children.
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Report: Wisconsin Worst State For Well-Being Of African-American Children
According to a national report, Wisconsin ranked last out of all states when it came to the well-being of African-American children. An advocate for the state’s children and families discusses what’s behind these findings, and what needs to change.
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Photography Project Seeks To Change Perception Of Native Americans
In Project 562, a Native American photographer is seeking to take pictures of members of all 562 Native American tribes to combat the misrepresentation of them in the media. She joins us to discuss the project and the misconceptions she hopes to dispel.
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A Global Search For What Makes Things Funny
Two writers have teamed up to find out the secret behind humor: what makes people laugh?
Episode Credits
- Veronica Rueckert Host
- Chris Malina Producer
- Amanda Magnus Producer
- Galen Druke Producer
- Ken Taylor Guest
- Matika Wilbur Guest
- Joel Warner Guest
- Peter McGraw Guest
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