We learn about a new Wisconsin supreme court ruling. Then we hear about new research on alcohol-related liver disease. Later, we hear about an upcoming film festival.
Featured in this Episode
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State Supreme Court clears way for Gov. Evers to pursue ban on conversion therapy
A state Supreme Court ruling says Governor Evers was in the clear to legally ban conversion therapy for LGBTQ+ people. The ruling has wider implications for the power of the governor’s office and how it relates to the Legislature. WPR’s state capitol reporter explains its impact.
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New research finds more dying from alcohol-related liver diseases
More Wisconsin residents are dying from alcohol-related liver disease and mirroring national trends, according to new national research and an analysis from the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. A doctor and a public health policy expert break down the rise in deaths from excess drinking.
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Farm culture film festival
Starting next weekend, Northcentral Technical College in Wausau will host its first ever Film Farm and Culture Fest, which will feature eight different independent films exploring rural life in cultures all around the world. We get a sneak preview from the festival organizer.
Episode Credits
- Kate Archer Kent Host
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Anya van Wagtendonk Guest
- Dr. Patrick Remington Guest
- Maureen Busalacchi Guest
- Jila Nikpay Guest
- Avery Lea Rogers Producer
- Trevor Hook Producer
- Beatrice Lawrence Producer
- Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
- Tyler Ditter Technical Director
- Dean Knetter Executive Producer
- Tim Peterson Managing Producer
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