We talk to two humane societies about the funding and capacity challenges facing Wisconsin animal shelters. Then, we learn more about an archaeological discovery of an indigenous farm site. Then, we talk to the author of a new horror novel set in Wisconsin.
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Wisconsin animal shelters face capacity, funding issues
Wisconsin animal shelters are currently experiencing an ‘unprecedented’ number of pet surrenders, and many are struggling to keep up. We talk with two humane societies in Wisconsin about the challenges they’re facing.
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A groundbreaking discovery along the Menominee river
Along the Menominee River, archaeologists have discovered what they believe to be the largest intact remains of an ancient Native American agricultural site in the eastern U.S. We talk with a researcher and a tribal representative who worked on the report.
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Wisconsin Life: Surfing
We hear a story about surfing in Sheboygan, as part of WPR’s Wisconsin Road Trip series, which features pit stops across the state to explore some of the people, places and things that make Wisconsin summers special.
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Larger-than-life ticks invade Wisconsin in new horror novel
A Wisconsin filmmaker is out with his debut novel, “Tick Town,” about a small town in the Northwoods that becomes the feeding ground for a band of giant mutant ticks. We talk to the author about what makes Wisconsin ripe for horror fiction and why he thinks ticks are overdue for a creature feature.
Episode Credits
- Kate Archer Kent Host
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Alison Fotsch Guest
- Amy Good Guest
- Madeleine McLeester Guest
- David Grignon Guest
- Christopher Micklos Guest
- Beatrice Lawrence Producer
- Richelle Wilson Producer
- Tyler Ditter Technical Director
- Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
- Dean Knetter Executive Producer
- Tim Peterson Managing Producer
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