A new pope, Potential port fees, Surviving climate change disasters

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Mark W. Barker sails into the Twin Ports
The Mark W. Barker arrives in the Twin Ports. (Danielle Kaeding/WPR)

First we hear from local Catholics about their reaction to the selection of the new pope. Also, we learn how potential port fees could affect trade through the great lakes. Then, we speak to survivors of climate change disasters about their experiences.

Featured in this Episode

  • Vatican elects a new, American pope

    Yesterday, Catholics around Wisconsin celebrated Sunday mass in honor of their new pope with Midwestern roots. A Wisconsin nun and a bishop react to Pope Leo XIV.

  • Tariffs: Wisconsin’s maritime industry, import regulations

    To restore American shipbuilding, the Trump administration plans to enact port fees for Chinese-built ships. The head of Fraser Shipyards in Superior discusses the Great Lakes maritime industry. Then, a Wisconsin customs broker details federal import regulations, including taxes on goods.

  • Surviving disaster

    Seemingly every week, climate change brings more fires, floods and storms that force people from their homes. But what does it mean to lose your home — and what does it teach you about life and your community? We seek wisdom from two people who have survived disasters.

Episode Credits

  • Rob Ferrett Host
  • Kate Archer Kent Host
  • Julia Walsh Guest
  • Bishop Donald J. Hying Guest
  • Patrick Kelly Guest
  • Sandi Siegel Guest
  • Nick Mortensen Guest
  • Mike Perkins Guest
  • Beatrice Lawrence Producer
  • Courtney Everett Producer
  • Joe Tarr Producer
  • Tyler Ditter Technical Director
  • Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
  • Dean Knetter Executive Producer
  • Tim Peterson Managing Producer

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