Marquette Law School Poll, Making Talk About Death Less Taboo

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While death seems far from dinner table talk, the author of a new book says we need to talk about our wishes for when our own time comes, before it’s too late. We get some tips for starting these conversations with loved ones, doctors and more. We also take a look at the latest numbers for Wisconsin’s gubernatorial race from the new Marquette Law School Poll.

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Episode Credits

  • John Munson Host
  • Breann Schossow Producer
  • Laura Pavin Producer
  • Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
  • Charles Franklin Guest
  • Michael Hebb Guest