We spend lots of time trying new things as kids, whether we want to or not, but as adults we tend to stick to what we know. We talk to the author of a new book about the value of being a beginner. We also talk with a national transportation research expert about the needs and direction of the United States’ infrastructure.
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What's Next For America's Infrastructure
Wisconsin’s roads recently received a D+ grade from The American Society of Civil Engineers. The Biden Administration is planning for a large bipartisan bill to improve America’s infrastructure. We talk with a transportation policy expert about how the funding models for infrastructure may not work anymore and why climate change is an additional challenge.
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For A Fresh Perspective On Life, Learn Something Completely New
Being a beginner at something is a unique feeling, forcing you to learn new rules and ways of thinking. We talk to the author of a new book who made it his mission to try out as many unfamiliar activities as he could because”learning new skills helps open new worlds.”
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Jana Rose Schleis Producer
- Natalie Guyette Producer
- Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
- Rocky Moretti Guest
- Tom Vanderbilt Guest
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