Socialism is becoming more popular in America and already impacting the presidential race. We discuss what socialism is and why it’s gaining ground. We also look into when TV stations decide to interrupt programming with weather alerts, and discuss a new cell phone tower being built on Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior tribal land as part of a nationwide public safety project.
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When TV Meteorologists Interrupt Programming For Severe Weather Coverage
Video of a television meteorologist in Dayton, Ohio recently went viral for his scolding of viewers who were mad that he broke into “The Bachelorette” during a tornado warning. Our guest meteorologist explains how those decisions are made and how severe weather warnings are issued.
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Red Cliff Break Ground On New Cell Tower As Part Of Nationwide Public Safety Initiative
The Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa broke ground last week on a new 300-foot cell tower as part of a multi-billion, nationwide public safety initiative. We speak with one of the leaders of the project to learn more.
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What Is Socialism – And Why Is It Gaining Popularity In America?
A new poll shows that 43 percent of Americans say socialism would be good for the country. We discuss what socialism truly is, how people’s definition of it has changed, why its appeal is growing and how it’s affecting the U.S. presidential race.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Bill Martens Producer
- Bill Martens Interviewer
- Chad Franzen Guest
- Theron Rutyna Guest
- Jerald Podair Guest
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