The Wisconsin Senate president explains the Republican Party’s priorities for 2026. Then, we learn about how fusion energy might supply data centers with energy. And, we talk with a Madison ski jumper hoping to qualify for the Olympics.
Featured in this Episode
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2026 Republican legislative priorities
On Monday, Gov. Tony Evers outlined his agenda for his final year in office. We talk to Senate President Mary Felzkowski about what Republican lawmakers want from upcoming legislative sessions, and whether they’re planning to collaborate with Evers.
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The relationship between fusion energy investments and data center growth
Leaders in fusion energy research say the technology could reach the grid in the next 10 years. The new tech is coming right as data centers boom and cause enormous demand for new energy sources. We talk with the head of a local fusion startup and a Reuters Events reporter about the promise of fusion.
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Wisconsin Life
We hear a story about a new play that centers on a late artist from suburban Milwaukee and the drama surrounding her work and home.
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Madison ski jumper vying for a spot at the Olympics
Estella Hassrick is a high-level ski jumper from Madison who made the U.S. National Ski Jumping team last year and is aiming to qualify for the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy next month. Hassrick shares what it takes to compete at this level.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Kate Archer Kent Host
- Mary Felzkowski Guest
- Eduardo Garcia Guest
- Kieran Furlong Guest
- Estella Hassrick Guest
- Beatrice Lawrence Producer
- Royce Podeszwa Producer
- Trevor Hook Producer
- Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
- Tyler Ditter Technical Director
- Dean Knetter Executive Producer
- Tim Peterson Managing Producer
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