Past, Present and Future Cars, Busting Star Wars Myths, Wisconsin Farmers, Ethanol Producers Say Trump Administration Fuel Program Falls Short

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We discuss where the American car has been, and where it’s headed. Then, a former Wisconsinite who’s back in the state for the Wisconsin Science Festival employs science to explain elements from the Star Wars movies. And we talk about Wisconsin corn farmers’ reaction to a new Trump Administration program that was intended to boost ethanol demand.

Featured in this Show

  • The Past, Present And – Potentially Driverless – Future Of The American Car

    The American automobile has played a major role in shaping our economy, infrastructure and culture. Our guest author helps us understand how our relationship with the car developed over time and what a driverless future could mean for us.

  • How 'Star Wars' And Other Fantasy Stands Up To Science

    We talk to a science explainer show host about some of the real — and not real — science behind the “Star Wars” movies and other pop culture.

  • Wisconsin Farmers, Ethanol Producers Say Trump Administration Fuel Program Falls Short

    A Trump Administration program aimed to boost demand for ethanol does not go far enough, according to Wisconsin corn growers and ethanol producers. We talk to a reporter about the news.

Episode Credits

  • Rob Ferrett Host
  • Judith Siers-Poisson Host
  • Breann Schossow Producer
  • Tim Peterson Producer
  • J. Carlisle Larsen Producer
  • Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
  • Dan Albert Guest
  • Kyle Hill Guest
  • Hope Kirwan Guest

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