We hear about the impact on Wisconsin of plans to dismantle the National Center for Atmospheric Research. We also talk with three faith leaders about how they’ve supported their communities in new ways after a year of changes to food aid and health care. Plus, we meet the Milwaukee singer who the new movie ‘Song Sung Blue’ is based on.
Featured in this Episode
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Dismantling of climate research center could hinder science in Wisconsin
The Trump Administration is moving forward with plans to dismantle the National Center for Atmospheric Research, one of the most prominent hubs for atmospheric research in the country. We talk with the chair of UW-Madison’s Department of Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences for a review of how the loss of the center could affect weather research.
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Faith leaders discuss community needs after a year of safety net changes
Health care, food aid, and immigration enforcement all saw big changes in 2025. Many churches are finding new ways to help their congregations. We talk with three pastors from around Wisconsin about the needs they’re seeing.
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New movie tells the story of Milwaukee’s iconic Neil Diamond tribute band
A movie about Milwaukee’s legendary Neil Diamond tribute band, “Lightning and Thunder,” is set to open Christmas Day in theaters. It’s called “Song Sung Blue.” We hear directly from Claire “Thunder” Sardinia about her memories of performing with her late husband and how it feels to see her story told on the big screen.
Episode Credits
- Kate Archer Kent Host
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Ankur Desai Guest
- Breanna Illéné Guest
- Matthew Sauer Guest
- Charles Thompson Guest
- Claire Sardina Guest
- Royce Podeszwa Producer
- Richelle Wilson Producer
- Beatrice Lawrence Producer
- Tyler Ditter Technical Director
- Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
- Tim Peterson Managing Producer
- Dean Knetter Executive Producer
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