Modern Air Pollution, Milwaukee Program Aims For Compassion And Conversation, State Budget Opposition

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Photo courtesy of Emerald Mills

An estimated 4.2 million premature deaths globally are linked to air pollution. We talk about the problems and possible solutions. Then, we head to Milwaukee to learn about a program that brings people together over a meal to create connections. We also discuss Republican opponents to their party’s state budget plan.

Featured in this Show

  • Looking At The Past, Future Of Air Quality And Pollution

    Air is essential to life. But when the air isn’t clean, it takes an environmental and human toll. Our guest joins us to talk about the effects of air pollution and efforts to build a cleaner future.

  • Milwaukee Program Builds Connection, Compassion Through Food And Conversation

    One Milwaukee organization is combining people, food and conversation in an effort to build compassion. We talk with the founder of the program about her efforts to foster connections in the community.

  • Two Republican Senators Will Vote Against State Budget Plan

    Two Republican state senators say they’ll vote against the current budget bill, meaning one more holdout from the majority party would likely prevent its passage. We find out what the objections are and where the process goes next.

Episode Credits

  • Rob Ferrett Host
  • Judith Siers-Poisson Host
  • Breann Schossow Producer
  • Dean Knetter Producer
  • Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
  • Beth Gardiner Guest
  • Emerald Mills Guest
  • Shawn Johnson Guest

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