Super Bowl gambling, New STEM museum, Economic forecast, Vocal cord dysfunction

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Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) passes against the San Francisco 49ers during the NFL Super Bowl 58 football game Sunday, Feb. 11, 2024, in Las Vegas.
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) passes against the San Francisco 49ers during the NFL Super Bowl 58 football game Sunday, Feb. 11, 2024, in Las Vegas. The Chiefs won 25-22 against the 49ers. (Adam Hunger/AP Photo)

We discuss the rise of sports gambling and bets on the Super Bowl with a Milwaukee casino. Then, we visit a new children’s museum in Wausau. Then, a UW-Madison economist outlines where nation’s financial fortunes appear headed. Then, an Oshkosh speech language pathologist explains vocal cord dysfunction.

Featured in this Episode

  • Potawatomi holds first Super Bowl betting

    Around 68 million Americans planned to bet on this year’s Super Bowl, according to a trade group for the gambling industry. An official at the Potawatomi Casino in Milwaukee discusses sports betting in the state.

  • New children’s museum in Wausau

    The new Children’s Imaginarium in Wausau is open to the public for STEM-focused learning. We talk with the museum’s leader about operating an engaging museum for kids.

  • Economist: Recession still possible in coming months

    Although the recent avoidance of a U.S. recession has surprised many economists, a downturn could still occur in the coming months. That’s the view of UW-Madison economics professor Menzie Chinn, who joins us to share his outlook.

  • Stress can cause vocal cord dysfunction. Breathing differently can treat it

    Everybody experiences vocal cord dysfunction from time to time, according to an Oshkosh speech language pathologist. They explain what causes vocal cord dysfunction, how to treat it, and whether or not you can diagnose yourself. Original air date: Oct. 17, 2023

Episode Credits

  • Kate Archer Kent Host
  • Justin Arnett Guest
  • Julie Bollmann Guest
  • Menzie Chinn Guest
  • Wendy Fabisiak Guest
  • Keegan Kyle Producer
  • Trevor Hook Producer
  • Royce Podeszwa Producer
  • Joel Patenaude Producer
  • Lee Rayburn Technical Director

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