A meteorologist explains the risks of extreme cold weather. Then, health reporter discusses how the Trump Administration’s first year is affecting medical care in Wisconsin. And a young farmer talks about plans for owning his own farm and building a cattle ranch in Douglas County.
Featured in this Episode
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Stay warm through Wisconsin’s arctic winter blast
Wisconsin is facing a number of days of tremendous wind chills and freezing arctic temperatures. We talk with a local meteorologist about the risks of extreme cold weather and what precautions to take.
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How President Trump has changed the federal workforce
President Trump has moved to drastically reduce the federal workforce. WPR’s Danielle Kaeding reports on how current and former federal workers in Wisconsin are facing more stress on the job or finding ways to move on. It’s part of WPR’s series on how Trump is affecting life in Wisconsin.
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How health care has changed one year into second Trump administration
One year into the second Trump administration, health care has taken center stage as one of the biggest political issues. A longtime health reporter and a Wisconsin firm focused on health coverage reflect on a year of turbulent health news.
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Wisconsin Life
A Milwaukee-based band creates a purrrrfectly peaceful escape from human life at its concerts. The Hissy Kits, musicians dressed as cats, have been playing across the country since releasing a new album.
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Teen farmer pursues his dream of owning a cattle ranch
Kory Adams is one of the youngest farmers in Wisconsin and the new owner of what he hopes to turn into a 50-head-strong cattle ranch in Douglas County. We talk with Adams about pursuing a life of farming and following your dreams.
Episode Credits
- Kate Archer Kent Host
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Molly Hart Guest
- Kurt Kotenberg Guest
- Julie Rovner Guest
- Bobby Peterson Guest
- Kory Adams Guest
- Royce Podeszwa Producer
- Trevor Hook Producer
- Tyler Ditter Technical Director
- Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
- Dean Knetter Executive Producer
- Tim Peterson Managing Producer
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