The remains of the schooner F.J. King is found 139 years after sinking in Lake Michigan near Door County. Then, we talk about the Portage County Historical Society’s award-winning transformation. Then, humor writer David Sedaris pays us a visit.
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Discovery of ‘ghost ship’ F.J. King witnessed by citizen scientists
Lost to the depths of Lake Michigan 139 years ago, the “ghost ship” F.J. King was recently found. We talk to Wisconsin Underwater Archaeology Association president Brendon Baillod, who led a large team of citizen scientists in the successful search.
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The Portage County Historical Society expands to meet its local mission
Moving from an all-volunteer staff to a professional one, the Portage County Historical Society has restored buildings, opened new exhibits and offered guided tours. We talk to society president John Harry and the Wisconsin Historical Society’s Janet Symour about local history work.
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David Sedaris appearing in Wisconsin
American humorist, comedian, author, and radio contributor David Sedaris joins us to talk about his love of touring, being discovered by Ira Glass and how he brings his essays to life.
Episode Credits
- Larry Meiller Host
- Brendon Baillod Guest
- John Harry Guest
- Janet Seymour Guest
- David Sedaris Guest
- Jill Nadeau Executive Producer
- Joel Patenaude Producer
- Lee Rayburn Technical Director
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